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Jeff Bezos prepares for a massive prenup to protect his $138 billion fortune
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Jeff Bezos prepares for a massive prenup to protect his $138 billion fortune
Close-up of Jeff Bezos delivering keynote address.
Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez’s engagement has not only brought joy to the couple, but it has also set their attorneys up for a prosperous future. Billionaire groom-to-be Bezos is the richest groom in history, while his fiancée Sánchez is no stranger to success herself.
As reported by Page Six, Bezos and Sánchez sealed their engagement aboard the luxurious $500 million superyacht named the Koru. During a sighting in Cannes, France, the dazzling brunette proudly displayed a breathtaking 20-carat engagement ring worth an estimated $2.5 million.
While Bezos, 59, did not have a prenuptial agreement in place for his previous marriage to MacKenzie Scott, which ultimately cost him $38 billion, Benzinga expects that the Amazon.com founder will take extensive measures to protect his multibillion-dollar fortune as he embarks on his second marriage with Sánchez, 53.
Sánchez, a successful businesswoman in her own right, also has substantial assets to safeguard. The couple already shares joint property assets and philanthropic endeavors, adding to the complexity of their pending nuptial agreement.
Financially, the stakes are undeniably high for this power couple. Bezos’s net worth, as estimated by Forbes, stands at $138 billion, securing his position as the third-richest person in the world, trailing behind LVMH CEO Bernard Arnault and Tesla CEO Elon Musk. Despite experiencing a $57 billion drop in his net worth last year because of a decline in Amazon’s stock price, Bezos maintains his elite status among the world’s wealthiest individuals.
Since its inception in 1997, Amazon has evolved into a global powerhouse, dominating various industries and expanding its services worldwide. The company serves customers in 40 countries, spanning from India to Brazil and across most of Europe. Its reach extends far beyond online retail, with ventures like Amazon Web Services (AWS) providing essential infrastructure for major websites and businesses worldwide.
In 2022, Amazon made a significant move in the entertainment industry by acquiring MGM’s extensive entertainment catalog for $8.5 billion. The acquisition included renowned film franchises such as James Bond, along with a vast collection of TV shows. Amazon Prime Video has also entered the sports broadcast market, securing exclusive rights to “Thursday Night Football” and garnering an impressive 15 million viewers for its inaugural game.
Beyond its digital footprint, Amazon boasts a vast physical presence as well. The company operates its own airline, Amazon Air, with a fleet of planes dedicated to delivering packages around the globe. Bezos also owns The Washington Post, a renowned newspaper that holds historical significance and wields considerable influence in Washington D.C.
As for Bezos’ real estate ventures, his portfolio is valued at over $500 million. His most notable property is a 10-acre mansion in Beverly Hills, California, purchased from film studio executive David Geffen for $165 million in 2020. He also owns multiple properties in Manhattan, New York, and Washington D.C., including a stunning Georgian-style residence in the capital city’s upscale Kalorama neighborhood.
Meanwhile, Sánchez brings her own multimillion-dollar assets to the table. She runs Black Ops Aviation, a company specializing in aerial videos, and has worked with esteemed clients such as ABC News Network, Sony Group Corp. and Netflix Inc. In terms of real estate, Sánchez possesses a substantial $6.2 million home in Washington, acquired following her divorce from talent agent Patrick Whitesell.
The couple’s passion for exploration extends to the skies and beyond. In 2000, Bezos founded Blue Origin, a private aerospace company with ambitions of advancing space travel. Recently, Blue Origin has gained profitability through cargo payloads and space tourism flights. Bezos himself embarked on the company’s maiden voyage to space in July 2021, fulfilling a lifelong dream.
Bezos is the proud owner of a fleet of private jets, including top-of-the-line models like the Gulfstream G650ER and the Bombardier Global Express. These aircraft grant him the ability to jet around the globe in style and luxury.
With such substantial personal and joint assets, it is evident that Bezos and Sánchez’s impending marriage holds significant financial implications. As they prepare to tie the knot, both parties are expected to take meticulous steps to protect their wealth and ensure a secure future together.
This story was produced by Benzinga and reviewed and distributed by Stacker Media. | 2023-07-26T06:11:25+00:00 | localnews8.com | https://localnews8.com/stacker-entertainment/2023/07/25/jeff-bezos-prepares-for-a-massive-prenup-to-protect-his-138-billion-fortune/ |
- Automotive Cells Company & ProLogium Technology have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to join forces in a new strategic partnership.
- Both companies are leveraging their own expertise to jointly develop state-of-the-art EV solutions based on solid-state battery: the battery technology considered the most promising in terms of safety, energy density, hyper fast-charging capability, recyclability, weight optimization, costs, & lifetime.
- ACC strengthens its position as a European leader in automotive battery development and manufacturing.
- ProLogium solidifies its position as a leader in solid-state battery technology.
BORDEAUX, France, Oct. 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Automotive Cells Company (ACC) and ProLogium Technology have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to cooperate in the development of electric vehicle (EV) solid-state battery. Under the MOU, ACC and ProLogium will focus their joint efforts on the collaboration for solid-state EV battery development. "ProLogium Inside" EV battery solutions will be developed for customers based on ProLogium's leading-edge solid-state battery technology and subsequent supply chain and/or industrial agreement concluded by both parties.
"We are very pleased to partner with ACC and further build on our pioneering role in enabling the fast transition to electric driving," said Vincent Yang, founder and Chief Executive Officer of ProLogium Technology. "We are a major innovator in battery technology with already proven manufacturing capabilities, and we aim to develop a large-scale overseas manufacturing footprint and cross-culture operational capability as a driver for a more sustainable world with our high-performance, safe and affordable technologies."
"ACC's purpose is to develop and produce battery cells and modules for electric vehicles with a focus on safety, performance, and competitiveness, while ensuring the highest level of quality and the lowest carbon footprint. As one of our key partners, ProLogium will help us to deliver EV products with advanced battery technology and establish an adequate supply chain to enable a more enjoyable and safer driving experience." said Yann Vincent, Chief Executive Officer of ACC.
Earlier this year, ACC confirmed the construction of its first gigafactory in Billy-Berclau (Hauts-de-France) with the aim of achieving an installed capacity of 120 GWh in Europe by 2030. ProLogium has also confirmed the search for its first overseas gigafactory site for next-generation solid-state batteries in Asia, Europe, or USA in light of the exponential growth in demand for electric vehicles over the next decade. The battery maker has been in discussion with multiple agencies in these regions.
About ACC
Born in the 2020s, we're built for the fast-paced, high-tech environment that's the modern energy industry. We thrive in the world of EV battery technology. We are the result of an initiative undertaken by Stellantis and TotalEnergies —together with its subsidiary Saft—joined by Mercedes-Benz, and strongly supported by France, Germany, and the European Union.
Our new R&D Expertise Center is already up and running in Bruges (Bordeaux), along with a state-of-the-art Pilot Plant in Nersac, France (Nouvelle Aquitaine). Our first Gigafactory is being built in Billy-Berclau Douvrin, Hauts-de-France. Then there's our new Applied Engineering Center and a second Lithium-ion Gigafactory planned in Germany for 2025. And we've announced a new Gigafactory in Termoli in Italy (subject to further confirmation).
That's a total €7 billion of investment, and it's just the beginning. We're putting down long-term roots across the world, securing a global network of R&D associates, industrial partners, and suppliers.
ABOUT PROLOGIUM
Founded in 2006, ProLogium is a global leader in innovative next-generation battery technologies for vehicle, consumer, and industrial applications. ProLogium is the first battery company in the world to mass-produce solid-state lithium ceramic batteries. Its proprietary technologies cover nearly 600 (applied and awarded) patents worldwide. ProLogium's automated pilot production line has provided nearly 8,000 solid-state battery sample cells to global car manufacturers for testing and module development. ProLogium's GWh level solid-state lithium ceramic battery plant will be the first in the world to go online in early 2023, and it aims to begin scaling up by the second half of the year, followed by capacity expansion plans in major markets worldwide. Further information can be found at www.prologium.com
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NEW YORK, Aug. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- WhiteHorse Finance, Inc. ("WhiteHorse Finance" or the "Company") (Nasdaq: WHF) today announced its financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2022. In addition, the Company's board of directors has declared a distribution of $0.355 per share with respect to the quarter ending September 30, 2022. The distribution will be payable on October 4, 2022 to stockholders of record as of September 20, 2022.
Second Quarter 2022 Summary Highlights
- Net Asset Value of $347.4 million, or $14.95 per share
- Investment portfolio(1) totaling $766.5 million
- STRS JV investment portfolio totaling $318.8 million
- Gross investment deployments(2) of $48.1 million for the second quarter, including new originations of $28.9 million and $19.2 million of fundings for add-ons to existing investments
- Net investment income of $7.9 million, or $0.339 per share
- Core net investment income of $7.8 million, or $0.334 per share(3)
- Second quarter distribution of $0.355 per share
Stuart Aronson, WhiteHorse Finance's Chief Executive Officer, commented, "Despite economic headwinds, our well-diversified portfolio continued to perform well this past quarter, and WhiteHorse ended the quarter with no investments on non-accrual status. We believe, given the modest leverage levels that we underwrite our loans to, that the majority of our portfolio companies will be able to service our debt in a rising interest rate environment. Additionally, as a result of elevated repayment activity during the quarter, we remain comfortably below our leverage targets and have capacity to redeploy capital to higher yielding assets. While our pipeline for future deal flow is at record levels, due in part to our differentiated three-tiered sourcing approach and relationship with the leading H.I.G. platform, we have a cautious approach and are selectively taking advantage of market conditions. Our investment portfolio is also well-positioned to benefit from a rising interest rate environment as nearly 100% of our debt portfolio is comprised of floating rate debt investments. Combined with the reset of three-month LIBOR and SOFR contracts and the full impact of our increased ownership in the Ohio STRS JV, we expect to achieve earnings accretion in the coming quarters."
Portfolio and Investment Activity
As of June 30, 2022, the fair value of WhiteHorse Finance's investment portfolio was $766.5 million, compared with $800.4 million as of March 31, 2022. The portfolio as of June 30, 2022 consisted of 105 positions across 68 companies with a weighted average effective yield of 9.9% on income-producing debt investments. The average debt investment size (excluding investments in STRS JV (as defined below)) was $7.9 million with the overall portfolio comprised of approximately 80.3% first lien secured loans, 2.9% second lien secured loans, 3.5% equity and 13.3% in investments in STRS JV. Almost all loans were variable rate investments (primarily indexed to the London Interbank Offered Rate or Secured Overnight Financing Rate) with fixed rate securities representing only 0.4% of loans at fair value. Nearly all performing floating rate investments have interest rate floors.
During the three months ended June 30, 2022, WhiteHorse Finance made investments in four new portfolio companies for a total of $28.9 million, added a total of $19.2 million to existing portfolio companies, and made net fundings of $1.4 million to revolver loans. Proceeds from sales and repayments totaled approximately $66.1 million for the three months ended June 30, 2022, driven by five full realizations in IvyRehab Intermediate II, LLC, What If Holdings, LLC, RLJ Pro-Vac, Inc., Tensar Corporation and Education Networks of America, Inc.
In addition to the transactions discussed above, during the three months ended June 30, 2022, WhiteHorse Finance transferred assets comprised of one new portfolio company and one add-on investment, totaling $17.8 million to STRS JV in exchange for cash proceeds.
WHF STRS Ohio Senior Loan Fund LLC
As of June 30, 2022, STRS JV's portfolio totaled $318.8 million, consisted of 32 portfolio companies and had a weighted average effective yield of 8.7% on its portfolio.
Results of Operations
For the three months ended June 30, 2022, the Company's net investment income was approximately $7.9 million, compared with approximately $6.1 million for the same period in the prior year, representing an increase of approximately 29.5%. The increase in net investment income for the year-over-year period was primarily attributable to higher investment income from interest income and STRS JV due to larger portfolio sizes in both the Company and STRS JV and higher accretion income due to more repayment activities. This was partially offset by higher interest expense incurred due to higher leverage balances and higher interest rates. For the three months ended June 30, 2022, the Company's investment in STRS JV generated an annualized, gross investment yield of approximately 12.1%.
For the three months ended June 30, 2022, core net investment income(3) was $7.8 million, or $0.334 per share, compared with $7.0 million, or $0.338 per share for the same period in the prior year.
For the three months ended June 30, 2022, WhiteHorse Finance reported a net realized and unrealized loss on investments and foreign currency transactions of $0.5 million. This compares with a net realized and unrealized gain on investments and foreign currency transactions of $4.4 million for the three months ended June 30, 2021. The decrease for the year-over-year period was primarily attributable to markdowns on the portfolio in the current quarter, partially offset by a $1.7 million realized gain from the recovery proceeds received from the RCS Class B Units investment.
WhiteHorse Finance reported a net increase in net assets resulting from operations of approximately $7.3 million for the three months ended June 30, 2022, which compares with a net increase of $10.5 million the three months ended June 30, 2021.
WhiteHorse Finance's net asset value was $347.4 million, or $14.95 per share, as of June 30, 2022, compared with $347.9 million, or $14.99 per share, as of Mach 31, 2022.
Liquidity and Capital Resources
As of June 30, 2022, WhiteHorse Finance had cash and cash equivalents of $18.6 million, compared with $21.3 million as of Mach 31, 2022, inclusive of restricted cash. As of June 30, 2022, the Company also had $96.3 million of undrawn capacity under its revolving credit facility.
Distributions
The Company's Board of Directors has declared a distribution of $0.355 per share with respect to the quarter ending September 30, 2022. The distribution will be payable on October 4, 2022 to stockholders of record as of September 20, 2022.
On May 10, 2022, the Company declared a distribution of $0.355 per share for the quarter ended June 30, 2022, consistent with distributions declared for the thirty-ninth consecutive quarter since the Company's initial public offering. The distribution was paid on July 5, 2022 to stockholders of record as of June 20, 2022.
Distributions are paid from taxable earnings and may include return of capital and/or capital gains. The specific tax characteristics of the distributions will be reported to stockholders on Form 1099-DIV after the end of the calendar year and in the Company's periodic reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
Conference Call
WhiteHorse Finance will host a conference call to discuss its second quarter results for the period ended June 30, 2022 at 1:00 p.m. ET on Wednesday, August 10, 2022. To access the teleconference, please dial 800-459-5346 (domestic and international) approximately 10 minutes before the teleconference's scheduled start time and reference Conference ID #WHFQ222. Investors may also access the call on the investor relations portion of the Company's website at www.whitehorsefinance.com.
If you are unable to access the live teleconference, a replay will be available beginning approximately two hours after the call's completion through August 17, 2022. The teleconference replay can be accessed by dialing 800-839-6911 (domestic and international). A webcast replay will also be available on the investor relations portion of the Company's website at www.whitehorsefinance.com.
About WhiteHorse Finance, Inc.
WhiteHorse Finance is a business development company that originates and invests in loans to privately held, lower middle market companies across a broad range of industries. The Company's investment activities are managed by H.I.G. WhiteHorse Advisers, LLC, an affiliate of H.I.G. Capital, LLC, ("H.I.G. Capital"). H.I.G. Capital is a leading global alternative asset manager with $50 billion of capital under management(4) across a number of funds focused on the small and mid-cap markets. For more information about H.I.G. Capital, please visit http://www.higcapital.com. For more information about the Company, please visit http://www.whitehorsefinance.com.
Forward-Looking Statements
This press release may contain "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Statements other than statements of historical facts included in this press release may constitute forward-looking statements and are not guarantees of future performance or results and involve a number of risks and uncertainties. Actual results may differ materially from those in the forward-looking statements as a result of a number of factors, including those described from time to time in filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The Company undertakes no duty to update any forward-looking statement made herein. All forward-looking statements speak only as of the date of this press release.
SCHEDULE 1
As a supplement to GAAP financial measures, the Company has provided information relating to core net investment income, which is a non-GAAP measure. This measure is provided in addition to, but not as a substitute for, net investment income determined in accordance with GAAP. The Company's non-GAAP measures may differ from similar measures by other companies, even if similar terms are used to identify such measures. Core net investment income represents net investment income adjusted to exclude the net impact of costs associated with the refinancing of the Company's indebtedness, the accrual of the capital gains incentive fee attributable to net realized and unrealized gains and losses, and excise or other income taxes related to such net realized gains and losses (net of incentive fees). There were no excise or other income taxes related to net realized gains and losses nor did the Company incur any costs with refinancing any of its indebtedness for the quarters ended June 30, 2022 and June 30, 2021.
The following table provides a reconciliation of net investment income to core net investment income for the three months ended June 30, 2022 and June 30, 2021 (in thousands, except per share data):
Contacts
Stuart Aronson
WhiteHorse Finance, Inc.
212-506-0500
saronson@higwhitehorse.com
or
Joyson Thomas
WhiteHorse Finance, Inc.
305-379-2322
jthomas@higwhitehorse.com
or
Robert Brinberg
Rose & Company
212-257-5932
whitehorse@roseandco.com
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Debuts New Technology Uniquely Tuned to You for Personalized Performance and the World's Best Noise Cancellation
FRAMINGHAM, Mass., Sept. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The brand that invented noise cancelling headphones is once again transforming the industry. Today, Bose announces its next generation of truly wireless noise cancelling earbuds — the Bose QuietComfort® Earbuds II. With Bose CustomTune™ sound calibration technology, QC Earbuds II intelligently personalize audio and noise cancellation performance to the unique shape of every ear — resulting in an unprecedented listening experience and the world's best noise cancellation from any headphone — banded or in-ear.
The QuietComfort Earbuds II have an all-new design. Each bud is about one-third smaller than its predecessor, weighs less than a quarter of an ounce, and they come in a pocketable charging case. And for further personalization, they also include an eartip Fit Kit featuring a new two-piece system with interchangeable stability bands and eartips — delivering the all-day comfort and wearability the QuietComfort name is known for.
The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II are available in Triple Black starting today for $299 on Bose.com. A Soapstone color variant is also available for pre-order and will ship later this year.
"Since we brought noise cancellation to market, we've remained passionate about pushing boundaries in engineering, technology, and design — and the QuietComfort Earbuds II are the latest result of that commitment," said Raza Haider, chief product officer for Bose.
"We believe in the power of sound — it can transport you to your favorite concert, evoke a meaningful memory, or simply brighten your mood. QC Earbuds II do exactly that.
They're uniquely tuned to you — delivering immersive audio that brings you closer than ever to your content."
CustomTune for Improved Audio, Noise Cancellation, and Aware Mode with ActiveSense
CustomTune sound calibration technology makes its debut in the QuietComfort Earbuds II. This pioneering innovation is triggered every time the buds are removed from their case and placed in your ears. A proprietary tone is played, and a microphone inside the earbud measures your ear canal's acoustic response. That information is then used to precisely tailor both audio and noise cancellation performance especially for you — all within less than half a second.
For audio, CustomTune fully optimizes the sound frequency profile to the unique properties of every ear, so the sound that reaches the eardrum is just as the artist intended — lifelike, balanced audio with nuance, clarity, and depth. For more powerful noise cancellation, CustomTune also calibrates the noise reduction signal to your ears, enabling a significant performance improvement. It targets frequencies that were previously difficult to reduce — like voices of nearby coworkers, screaming babies on the bus, or family distractions in your home office — so now they fade away without you ever knowing they were there. And CustomTune continuously adapts to changing noise in your environment, ensuring the best level of noise cancellation is maintained.
The intelligent personalization provided by CustomTune also enhances Aware Mode with ActiveSense. In Aware Mode, it delivers improved transparency allowing your surroundings to pass through the earbuds sounding as natural and lifelike as possible. And when loud disruptions happen nearby, ActiveSense responds with just the right level of noise cancellation — tuned specifically to your ear — to reduce noise as it happens, and only for as long as it lasts.
The QC Earbuds II use four microphones in each bud — one on the inside and three on the outside — to sense, measure, and send unwanted noise to a proprietary electronic chip loaded with an exclusive algorithm. Together with tiny transducers, the system responds with a precise, equal, and opposite signal in less than a fraction of a millisecond. The result is dramatic and exclusive to Bose.
New Eartip Fit Kit for Comfort and Stability
The revolutionary advancement in noise cancellation technology provided by the QuietComfort Earbuds II starts with ensuring an optimal fit to your ears. The QC Earbuds II separate the traditional single-piece eartip into a two-piece system: a stability band which hugs the contour of your ear, and an umbrella-shaped silicone eartip to create a firm seal at your ear's opening.
A Bose Fit Kit included with the QC Earbuds II supplies three sizes of eartips and three sizes of stability bands — allowing for up to nine customization options for each bud. And, because no two ears are the same — even on the same person — all of the pieces are designed to be interchangeable, so you find a fit that feels comfortable and stays in place all day. Advanced materials and manufacturing techniques keep the stability bands and eartips soft and compliant, yet durable and easy to change.
As a final step to ensure an ideal fit, a Fit Test available in the Bose Music app checks for an accurate seal by using the same tone employed by the CustomTune sound calibration to check for leaking sound, so the QC Earbuds II can deliver the best personalized audio and noise cancellation performance.
Compatibility, Connectivity, Battery Life, and More
The new Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II are compatible with both Apple and Android devices. They feature improved voice pickup enabled by an updated noise removal algorithm and include Bluetooth® 5.3 capability, have an IPX4 rating for sweat and water resistance, and work with a mobile device's built-in voice assistant. The buds offer up to six hours of battery life with three additional charges provided by the case. The case can fully charge the buds in one hour, while a quick 20-minute charge provides up to two hours of playback. The case itself fully recharges in three hours via USB-C®.
They feature intuitive capacitive touch controls on both the left and right earbuds that provide access to common commands such as play and pause content, volume control, skip track, and answer and end calls. Additionally, the Bose Music app provides more functionality like shortcut settings, noise cancellation Modes, and adjustable EQ, and updates will be released over time to add new features and benefits.
About Bose Corporation
Bose is world renowned for its premium audio solutions for the home, on the go, and in the car. Since its founding in 1964 by Dr. Amar Bose, the company has been dedicated to delivering amazing sound experiences through innovation. And its passionate employees — engineers, researchers, music fanatics, and dreamers — have remained committed to the belief that sound is the most powerful force on earth; its ability to transform, transport, and make us feel alive. For nearly 60 years, this belief has driven us to create products that have become iconic, changing the way people listen to music.
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Record quarter with continued improvement in operating margin
STOCKHOLM, Oct. 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Loomis achieved all-time high revenues and operating profit in the third quarter. Revenues in Europe and Latin America have returned to pre-pandemic levels with the opening of societies and increased tourism and travel. The automated solutions with SafePoint in the USA have continued to be successful. Loomis Pay transaction volumes continued to grow and the pilot project in Spain developed according to plan.
The record high revenue has been supported by continued strong organic growth across all geographies, which amounted to 15.5 percent (5.7) in the third quarter, as well as changes in exchange rates. The Group's operating margin (EBITA%) increased to 12.5 percent (11.3). The margin was positively impacted by increased volumes but slightly impacted by labor shortages as well as general supply chain issues. Excluding Loomis Pay, the operating margin reached 13.1 percent (12.0).
Comments on quarter 3
- Revenue for the quarter was SEK 6,739 million (5,135). Real growth was 15.9 percent (10.8) of which organic growth was 15.5 percent (5.7).
- Operating income (EBITA) 1) for the period was SEK 845 million (581) and operating margin (EBITA) was 12.5 percent (11.3). Excluding Loomis Pay, the operating margin amounted to 13.1 percent (12.0).
- Operating income (EBIT) before items affecting comparability for the period was SEK 808 million (540) and operating margin (EBIT) before items affecting comparability was 12.0 percent (10.5).
- Income before taxes was SEK 708 million (437) and net income was SEK 503 million (297).
- Earnings per share before dilution were SEK 6.92 (3.96) and after dilution 6.91 (3.95).
- Cash flow from operating activities 2) amounted to SEK 911 million (555), equivalent to 108 percent (96) of operating income (EBITA).
- Björn Züger took office as President and CEO of Loomis USA during the quarter
- Loomis AB repurchased 704,000 own shares during the third quarter and the Board of Directors has resolved to continue the repurchase of own shares that was initiated earlier this year.
1) Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Amortization of acquisition-related intangible fixed assets, Acquisition-related costs and revenue and Items affecting comparability.
2) Cash flow from operating activities is exclusive of impact from IFRS 16.
This press release is also available on the company's website, www.loomis.com
October 28, 2022
CONTACT:
Jenny Boström
Head of Investor Relations
Mobile: +46 79 006 45 92
Email: jenny.bostrom@loomis.com
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BERLIN (AP) — A major gas pipeline from Russia to Germany was shutting down for annual maintenance on Monday amid German concern that Russia may not resume the flow of gas as scheduled.
The Nord Stream 1 pipeline, Germany's main source of Russian gas, is scheduled to be out of action until July 21 for routine work that the operator says includes “testing of mechanical elements and automation systems.” The operator said the gas flow was reduced progressively starting at 6 a.m., German news agency dpa reported.
German officials are suspicious about Russia's intentions, particularly after Russia's Gazprom last month reduced the gas flow through Nord Stream 1 by 60%. Gazprom cited technical problems involving a gas turbine powering a compressor station that partner Siemens Energy sent to Canada for maintenance and couldn't be returned because of sanctions imposed over Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
Canada said over the weekend that it would allow the part to be delivered to Germany, citing the “very significant hardship” that the German economy would suffer without a sufficient gas supply.
German politicians have dismissed Russia's technical explanation for last month's reduction in gas flows through Nord Stream 1, saying the decision was a political gambit to sow uncertainty and push up prices.
German Vice Chancellor Robert Habeck has said he suspects that Russia may cite “some little technical detail” as a reason not to resume gas deliveries through the pipeline after maintenance.
Germany and the rest of Europe are scrambling to reduce their dependence on Russian energy imports. Germany, which has Europe’s biggest economy, has been getting about 35% of its gas to power industry and generate electricity from Russia.
Last month, Habeck activated the second phase of Germany’s three-stage emergency plan for natural gas supplies, warning that Europe’s biggest economy faced a “crisis” and storage targets for the winter were at risk.
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RICHMOND, Va. (AP) — Voters in a Richmond-based Virginia congressional district will settle a special election Tuesday for the open seat previously held by the late Democratic U.S. Rep. Donald McEachin, who died in November shortly after being elected to a fourth term.
Democratic nominee Jennifer McClellan, a veteran state legislator who if elected would be the first Black woman to represent Virginia in Congress, is widely seen as the heavy favorite. She faces Republican pastor Leon Benjamin, a Navy veteran who has espoused conspiracy theories about the coronavirus pandemic and election fraud.
“Jenn’s going to win this race,” U.S. Sen. Tim Kaine declared at a rally Saturday for McClellan in Richmond.
Virginia’s blue-leaning 4th Congressional District has its population center in the capital city and stretches south to the North Carolina border. McEachin had represented it since 2017.
McClellan easily clinched her party’s nomination after a high-speed, one-week campaign in December. She won a four-way firehouse primary with about 85% of the vote.
A 50-year-old corporate attorney, McClellan has represented parts of the Richmond area in the General Assembly since 2006, when she joined the House of Delegates. In 2017, she was elected to the state Senate, filling a seat previously held by McEachin, following his election to Congress. In 2021, she unsuccessfully sought the Democratic nomination for governor.
At the Capitol, McClellan has cultivated a reputation as a deeply knowledgeable legislator and consensus builder. She’s carried many of Democrats’ top legislative priorities in recent years, including bills that expanded voting access and abortion rights and legislation that set ambitious clean energy goals.
During this campaign, McClellan has largely avoided discussing her opponent, whom she has far outraised, focusing instead on touting her record and pushing get-out-the-vote efforts. She and Benjamin have not met for a joint appearance.
Benjamin previously lost twice to McEachin, including by 30 points in 2022.
On the campaign trail and in media appearances, he has pledged if elected to address inflation, reduce government spending and promote school choice. He has also expressed opposition to American support for Ukraine in its war with Russia.
“With the education, with the crime, I can’t keep saying that enough: Families don’t care about Ukraine. Families care about their children’s education and who’s going to keep them from getting shot in the streets,” he said in a recent interview with right-wing radio host John Fredericks.
At Saturday’s rally with Kaine and other elected officials and volunteers, McClellan said that in Congress she would prioritize the same issues she’s worked on at the state level.
“Now I get to go to Congress and fight for reproductive freedom. I get to go to Congress and fight for voting rights, for worker rights, to protect our environment and for clean energy. And I’m so excited to be able to take my now 18-year record and passion for public service and level up,” she said.
Early voting has been underway since early January. Polling places will be open Tuesday from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. | 2023-02-21T21:48:35+00:00 | mytwintiers.com | https://www.mytwintiers.com/news-cat/political-news/ap-politics/ap-voters-picking-mceachin-successor-in-virginias-4th-district/ |
The dispute between Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and Disney has ratcheted up this week. The governor said he might build a prison next to their theme parks near Orlando.
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The dispute between Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and Disney has ratcheted up this week. The governor said he might build a prison next to their theme parks near Orlando.
Copyright 2023 NPR | 2023-04-18T21:12:03+00:00 | wlrn.org | https://www.wlrn.org/national-politics/national-politics/2023-04-18/florida-gov-desantis-said-he-may-put-a-prison-next-to-disney-parks-amid-dispute |
NEW YORK — After matching a franchise record with the home run ball in their first series of the season — going deep multiple times in all three games against the Giants — the Yankees’ bats stayed hot in their series-opening win over the Phillies on Monday night.
The Yankees stroked two more home runs at Yankee Stadium, giving them nine already this season. Factor in a five-run explosion in the fifth inning — with a strong first start of the year from left-hander Nestor Cortes — and the Yankees cruised to an 8-1 victory.
Second baseman Gleyber Torres and first baseman Anthony Rizzo both homered in the blowout. Torres’ solo shot in the third, off Phillies right-hander Taijuan Walker, was the 100th of his big-league career, all coming with the Yankees. He reached in all five of his trips to the plate on Monday, going 2-for-2 with three walks.
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Hitting two more home runs on Monday, this season marks just the fourth time in franchise history that the Yankees have homered twice in each of their first four games of the year (also 2011, 2003 and 1969).
Rizzo’s blast came in the fifth, plating DJ LeMahieu who had two hits out of the leadoff spot. It was Rizzo’s first homer in 2023, hooking around foul pole and into the second deck in right.
Later in the inning, right fielder Franchy Cordero laced his first hit in pinstripes into right-center field. The two-run double from Cordero sizzled off his bat at 112.8 mph, the hardest hit ball of the night. Cordero came around to score a few batters later on an RBI single from catcher Jose Trevino, who also had a multi-hit game.
Cortes pitched five innings to earn his first win of the year, allowing one earned run with three strikeouts. He gave up seven hits, but induced weak contact throughout. Relievers Ian Hamilton, Jonathan Loáisiga and Clay Holmes recorded the final 12 outs.
NOTABLE
-- Torres is the 45th player to ever hit 100 home runs with the Yankees.
-- Hamilton pitched well in his Yankees debut, tossing 1 2/3 scoreless innings with three hits and two strikeouts. It was just the sixth time Hamilton has pitched in an MLB game since 2018.
-- Aaron Judge is now hitting .412 (7-for-17), leading the Yankees through four games.
-- Holmes pitched the ninth inning for the Yankees, allowing one infield hit and striking out two. It was a bounce-back performance for the right-hander, who gave up two earned runs in his first outing of the year on Saturday against the Giants.
LOOKING AHEAD
Tuesday: Phillies at Yankees, 7:05 p.m., Amazon Prime Video, TBS. LHP Matt Strahm (4-4, 3.83 in 2022) vs. RHP Domingo Germán (2-5, 3.61 in 2022)
Wednesday: Phillies at Yankees, 1:05 p.m., YES. RHP Aaron Nola (0-0, 12.27) vs. Gerrit Cole (1-0, 0.00)
Thursday: Yankees at Orioles, 3:05 p.m., YES. TBA vs. TBA
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After months of anticipation, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis formally entered the Republican presidential primary contest on Wednesday.
As of now, he is considered former President Donald Trump’s strongest GOP rival in the crowded 2024 contest, but many voters are only starting to get to know the 44-year-old governor.
Here are five things to know about DeSantis, the Republican Party’s newest presidential contender:
DESANTIS’ EARLY LIFE
A Florida native with family roots in the Midwest, DeSantis was a standout baseball player in his younger years. He represented the Dunedin, Florida, squad in the 1991 Little League World Series before becoming the captain of Yale University’s team.
After a short stint teaching high school, he went on to Harvard Law School. He then became a Navy Judge Advocate General officer, a position that took him to Iraq and the Guantanamo Bay detention camp.
DeSantis ran for Congress in 2012, won his Orlando-area district and became a founding member of the far-right Freedom Caucus on Capitol Hill. Like many conservatives in Congress at that time, he pushed for changes to Medicare and Social Security, including one measure that would have raised the retirement age to 70.
He served in Congress for three terms before launching what was considered a long-shot bid for governor in 2018. He won that race by less than 1 percentage point before securing a dominant reelection last fall.
ANTI-WOKE WARRIOR
Perhaps more than any Republican official in the nation, DeSantis has fought for and enacted policies that enflame the nation’s cultural divisions. He calls it his war on “woke.”
He just concluded a legislative session that establishes him as perhaps the most aggressive and accomplished conservative governor in the country’s bitter culture wars
He signed and then expanded the Parental Rights in Education bill — known by critics as the “Don’t Say Gay” law, which bans instruction or classroom discussion of LGBTQ issues in Florida public schools for all grades. He also signed a law that bans state and federal funding for diversity, equity and inclusion programs at state colleges and universities.
This spring, he signed a law banning abortions at six weeks, which is before most women realize they are pregnant. He single-handedly removed an elected prosecutor who pledged not to charge people under Florida’s new abortion restrictions or doctors who provide gender-affirming care.
DeSantis also enacted a law this spring allowing Florida residents to carry a concealed firearm without a permit. He pushed new measures that experts warn would weaken press freedoms. He also he took control of a liberal arts college that he believed was indoctrinating students with leftist ideology.
DESANTIS’ BATTLE WITH DISNEY
DeSantis is willing to fight anyone or anything that gets in his way.
There may be no better example than his feud with the entertainment giant Disney, one of his state’s largest employers.
The fight began last year after Disney, beset by significant pressure both internally and externally, publicly opposed the “Don’t Say Gay” law. In retaliation, DeSantis took over Disney World’s self-governing district through legislation passed by Florida lawmakers and appointed a new board of supervisors that would oversee municipal services for the sprawling theme parks and hotels.
DeSantis has threatened to build a state prison near park property.
The dispute has drawn condemnation from business leaders and his Republican opponents, who said the moves are at odds with small-government conservatism.
Disney has filed a lawsuit against the DeSantis administration, a legal battle likely to follow DeSantis through the 2024 presidential contest. Amid the fight, Disney announced last week that it was scrapping plans to build a new campus in central Florida that would have employed 2,000 people.
IS DESANTIS A MORE ELECTABLE TRUMP?
DeSantis’ allies claim than he is more electable than Trump in a general election.
Just six months ago, DeSantis won his Florida reelection by a stunning 19 percentage points — even as Republicans in other states struggled. His victory represented the largest margin of victory in any Florida governor’s race in decades. He even won Miami-Dade County, a longtime Democratic stronghold packed with voters of color.
Of course, it’s unclear whether that success would translate to the national stage. Voters often view elections for governor differently from those for federal office. Still, DeSantis’ team has signaled it will highlight electability in a clear contrast with Trump, who faces multiple legal threats and presided over Republican losses in three consecutive national elections.
DeSantis’ super political action committee recently distributed flyers to primary voters describing him this way: “A conservative leader who fights and wins.”
Still, there are questions about his ability to connect with both voters and party leaders on a personal level.
Largely for that reason, most of Florida’s Republican congressional delegation have already endorsed Trump over DeSantis. Numerous anecdotes have also emerged in recent weeks revealing the extent to which DeSantis has ignored fellow Republican officials in Florida and elsewhere throughout his political career.
He has also struggled to maintain close network of senior staff. To this day, his wife, former television news journalist Casey DeSantis, is considered his chief political adviser.
While courting voters, DeSantis also struggles at times to display the campaign-trail charisma and quick-on-your-feet thinking that often defines successful candidates at the national level. He has gone to great lengths to avoid unscripted public appearances and media scrutiny while governor, which is difficult, if not impossible, as a presidential contender.
HOW TRUMP AND DESANTIS WENT FROM ALLIES TO RIVALS
There may be bad blood between DeSantis and Trump, but it wasn’t always that way.
DeSantis has acknowledged that he likely would not have become the Florida governor without Trump’s endorsement in 2018. DeSantis has also adopted Trump’s fiery personality, his populist policies and even some of his rhetoric and mannerisms.
But in recent months, Trump has has been almost singularly focused on undermining the Florida governor’s political appeal. That’s largely because Trump and his team believe that DeSantis may be his only legitimate threat for the Republican nomination.
From Trump’s perspective, nothing is off limits.
Trump has referred to DeSantis as “Ron DeSanctimonious” and “Meatball Ron,” among other derisive nicknames. During his rallies, Trump questions DeSantis’ loyalty. In paid ads and social media posts, Trump has also taken aim at DeSantis’ record on Social Security and Medicare.
He has even questioned DeSantis’ sexuality while sharing social media posts suggesting that DeSantis behaved inappropriately with underage students when he briefly taught high school in his early 20s.
DeSantis was slow to defend Trump after he was indicted earlier by New York prosecutors this spring. At the time, DeSantis said only that he didn’t know “what goes into paying hush money to a porn star to secure silence over some type of alleged affair.” More recently, he has gone after Trump’s record on abortion.
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Gadgets that offer an easier life
The best gadgets don’t force you to change your established habits so you can fit them into your life. They also aren’t complicated devices that require a doctorate in high-tech just to operate. If you want your life to be easier, you need simple tools that solve a problem in an innovative way, like a smart vacuum.
This list of products ranges from bidet attachments to unique skillets, ensuring there is something here for everyone. If you’d like to infuse your life with convenience, peruse this list of affordable items to see what appeals to you.
No-brainer products that make your life easier
PetSafe Drinkwell Pet Fountain
Keep your pet hydrated with this convenient pet fountain for cats and small dogs. It holds 1 gallon of water and has a falling stream that encourages your pet to drink. The carbon filter ensures only the freshest, cleanest water fills the bowl. Sold by Amazon and PetSmart
Suprus Rechargeable Electric Arc Lighter
Matches are one-time-use items. Plus, if you’re not careful, you can burn yourself. This rechargeable lighter has a bendable neck and can light candles, stoves, grills, fireworks and more. It is ideal for camping and hiking. One charge offers up to 500 windproof lightings. Sold by Amazon
If you just want to control a few lights or electronic devices without the hassle of turning your entire house into a smart home, these plugs are for you. Whether you are at home or away on vacation, you can control appliances from your phone. If you do wish to use voice control, these plugs also work with Alexa and Google Home Assistant. Sold by Amazon
If you’ve ever misplaced an essential item, such as your keys or a phone, you know how stressful life can become in an instant. This Bluetooth tracker has a 200-foot range, so you will never have to worry about losing items in your home again. Sold by Amazon
OXO Good Grips Soap Dispensing Palm Brush
This nylon brush is contoured to fit in the palm of your hand to provide a comfortable, ergonomic cleaning experience. The handle features a non-slip grip and can be filled with dish soap, which can be dispensed with a press of a button whenever needed. Sold by Amazon, Kohl’s, Macy’s and Staples
Collapsible Stainless Steel Drinking Straws (two-pack)
If you like drinking with a straw and you also like saving the planet, you no longer have to choose between the two. This portable, collapsible straw has a keychain design, so you can bring it with you wherever you go. It is a reusable straw made of stainless steel to help reduce environmental pollution. Sold by Amazon
It’s tough to snack while working on your computer or gaming. Greasy fingers can make a mess of your keyboard or controllers. These convenient chopsticks slip onto your fingers to let you snack without getting your hands dirty. Sold by Amazon
Oster Cordless Electric Wine Bottle Opener
Uncorking a bottle of wine can be challenging, even if you are a connoisseur. This cordless bottle opener accomplishes the task effortlessly in seconds with just the push of a button. For your convenience, the purchase includes a free foil cutter as well. Sold by Amazon
Some research suggests that your keyboard is dirtier than your toilet seat. Still, cleaning it can be such a nuisance that you neglect the task. This biodegradable gel can be pressed onto nearly any uneven surface, such as a keyboard or a car vent, to remove dust and loose dirt quickly. Sold by Amazon
Masterpan Nonstick 3 Section Meal Skillet
Cook an entire meal in a single pan. This three-compartment skillet has a riveted steel handle with a silicone grip. The dishwasher-safe skillet is also oven-safe up to 350 degrees. It has a PFOA-free nonstick coating. Sold by Amazon
Luxe Bidet Non-Electric Bidet Toilet Attachment
This bidet toilet attachment can be installed quickly by a DIYer. It features two nozzles for gentle front and rear washing. Not only will you save toilet paper, but you will be cleaner and feel fresh. For peace of mind, this bidet attachment comes with an 18-month warranty. Sold by Amazon
FlexiSnakeDrain Millipede Hair Clog Tool for Drain Cleaning
Nobody enjoys a clogged drain. However, with this handy, affordable device, you no longer have to have an anxiety attack when the water stops draining. The micro hooks snag hair, not plumbing parts, to let you clear hair clogs in mere minutes. Sold by Home Depot
With its clever graphics, this 32-ounce water bottle encourages you to stay hydrated. The insulated sleeve helps keep your beverage cool, and the convenient one-click lid pops open at the press of a button. The bottle is made from BPA-free plastic. Sold by Amazon
If you love plants but find yourself constantly forgetting to water them, a self-watering globe is the perfect no-brainer product for you. This ingenious device will water your plants … even when you go on vacation. These hand-blown glass globes feature a bird design and come in a pack of three. Sold by Amazon
Kitchen Gizmo Snap N Strain Pot Strainer
This clever strainer snaps onto nearly any round pot or bowl. It is smaller than the typical strainer and is ideal for homes with compact kitchens. The strainer is made of food-grade silicone that is dishwasher-safe and suitable for temperatures up to 440 degrees. Sold by Amazon
This portable crumb bucket fits under your counter, over a drawer or cabinet and holds up to 2 quarts of food scraps. It comes with a convenient scraper, so you can just brush your countertop clean when you are done preparing food. Sold by Amazon
Drop Stop The Original Patented Car Seat Gap Filler
This best-selling item is the epitome of a simple yet great idea. The Drop Stop fills the gap between your car seat and center console to keep small items such as food and change from falling into hard-to-reach areas. Each purchase includes two fillers — one for the driver’s side and one for the passenger’s side. Sold by Amazon
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Ozaukee County I-43 crash; northbound lanes reopen at County C
MILWAUKEE - All lanes on northbound I-43 have reopened at County C in Ozaukee County Thursday, Feb. 16. This, after a crash.
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GERMANTOWN, Tenn., May 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Mid–America Apartment Communities, Inc., ("MAA") (NYSE: MAA) today announced that shareholders elected new directors, John Case and Tamara Fischer, to the Board of Directors at the company's 2023 Annual Meeting of Shareholders held on May 16, 2023. Both directors will serve as independent directors until the 2024 Annual Meeting of Shareholders. In conjunction with the appointments, the Board of Directors increased the size of the board to 13, as it executes its long–term director succession plans. Mr. Case has been appointed to serve on the Real Estate Investment and Compensation Committees and Ms. Fischer will serve on the Real Estate Investment and Audit Committees.
Claude B. Nielsen, Chairman of the Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee stated that, "We are pleased that MAA shareholders showed overwhelming support for the additions of Tammy and John to our board. They bring a wealth of experience and knowledge that will maintain critical expertise on our board as we say goodbye to Phil Norwood, who provided 15 years of dedicated service to MAA and its shareholders."
Mr. Case served as the CEO, President and member of the board of directors of Realty Income Corporation from 2013 to 2018, after serving as President in 2013, and EVP, Chief Investment Officer from 2010 to 2013. Prior to joining Realty Income Corporation, Mr. Case worked as a real estate investment banker from 1991 until 2010. Mr. Case served as Partner and Senior Advisor of Ares Management Corporation from 2020 until early 2023 and has served as Chairman and Principal of Bunker Hill Group since 2019.
Ms. Fischer currently serves as the Executive Chairman of National Storage Affiliates Trust, having previously served as President and CEO from 2020 until April 1, 2023. From 2018 to 2019, Ms. Fischer served as President and CFO, after serving as EVP and CFO from 2013 until 2018. Prior to joining National Storage Affiliates Trust, Ms. Fischer served as EVP and CFO for Chateau Communities, Inc. from 1993 until 2003 and held various positions with Coopers & Lybrand (now PricewaterhouseCoopers) from 1984 until 1992.
Commenting on the appointments, H. Eric Bolton, Jr., Chairman of the Board of Directors and Chief Executive Officer, said, "In addition to Tammy and John's extensive expertise with real estate investments and REIT structures, their current and prior service on other public REITs as well as their extensive participation and leadership on numerous industry associations will be helpful in our strategy endeavors towards building value for MAA shareholders."
Mr. Case's public board experience includes currently serving on the board of directors of EPR Properties and past service on the board of directors for Duke Realty Corporation from 2018 until 2022, and Realty Income Corporation from 2013 until 2018. Ms. Fischer's public board experience includes currently serving on the board of directors for National Storage Affiliates Trust since 2020 and past service on the board of directors of Duke Realty Corporation from 2020 until 2022.
About MAA
MAA, an S&P 500 company, is a real estate investment trust (REIT) focused on delivering full–cycle and superior investment performance for shareholders through the ownership, management, acquisition, development and redevelopment of quality apartment communities primarily in the Southeast, Southwest and Mid–Atlantic regions of the United States. As of December 31, 2022, MAA had ownership interest in 101,986 apartment units, including communities currently in development, across 16 states and the District of Columbia. For further details, please visit the MAA website at www.maac.com or contact Investor Relations at investor.relations@maac.com, or via mail at MAA, 6815 Poplar Ave., Suite 500, Germantown, TN 38138, Attn: Investor Relations.
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SOUTH BEND, Ind. (AP) — Jessika Carter had 22 points, nine rebounds and four blocks, Anastasia Hayes added 11 points, seven rebounds and five assists and Mississippi State beat Illinois 70-56 on Wednesday night to begin the NCAA Tournament in a First Four game.
Mississippi State (21-10) advances to the field of 64 to take on No. 6 seed Creighton. The Bulldogs improved to 14-3 in the NCAA Tournament since the 2016-17 season.
Freshman Debreasha Powe scored four points during Mississippi State’s 11-2 run to begin the third quarter for a 42-32 lead. The Bulldogs extended it to 52-38 at the end of the quarter after shooting 53%. Kourtney Weber sank a 3-pointer to cap a 9-1 run to begin the fourth quarter for a 61-39 lead.
After Mississippi State’s lead was cut to 12 points with 4:19 left, Carter scored four straight points to reach 20-plus for the sixth time this season.
JerKaila Jordan also scored 11 points for Mississippi State. Weber finished with eight points.
Carter scored 10 points in the first half to help build a 31-30 lead. Makira Cook scored 11 points for Illinois, which shot 48% from the field but didn’t attempt a free throw compared to Mississippi State’s 10 of 12.
Cook, averaging 18.2 points per game, scored 21 points and Genesis Bryant added 17 for Illinois (22-10), which had one of the best turnarounds in the country after finishing last season with a record of 7-20. Illinois’ first free throws of the game came with 5:35 left in the third quarter.
The Illini were making their eighth trip to the NCAA Tournament, the first since 2003.
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CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — NASA’s Orion capsule made a blisteringly fast return from the moon Sunday, parachuting into the Pacific off Mexico to conclude a test flight that should clear the way for astronauts on the next lunar flyby.
The incoming capsule hit the atmosphere at Mach 32, or 32 times the speed of sound, and endured reentry temperatures of 5,000 degrees Fahrenheit (2,760 degrees Celsius) before splashing down west of Baja California near Guadalupe Island. A Navy ship quickly moved in to recover the spacecraft and its silent occupants — three test dummies rigged with vibration sensors and radiation monitors.
NASA hailed the descent and splashdown as close to perfect.
“I’m overwhelmed,” NASA Administrator Bill Nelson said from Mission Control in Houston. “This is an extraordinary day … It’s historic because we are now going back into space — deep space — with a new generation.”
The space agency needed a successful splashdown to stay on track for the next Orion flight around the moon, currently targeted for 2024. Four astronauts will make the trip. That will be followed by a two-person lunar landing as early as 2025.
Astronauts last landed on the moon 50 years ago Sunday. After touching down on Dec. 11, 1972, Apollo 17′s Eugene Cernan and Harrison Schmitt spent three days exploring the valley of Taurus-Littrow, the longest stay of the Apollo era. They were the last of the 12 moonwalkers.
Orion was the first capsule to visit the moon since then, launching on NASA’s new mega moon rocket from Kennedy Space Center on Nov. 16. It was the first flight of NASA’s new Artemis moon program, named after Apollo’s mythological twin sister.
“From Tranquility Base to Taurus-Littrow to the tranquil waters of the Pacific, the latest chapter of NASA’s journey to the moon comes to a close. Orion back on Earth,” announced Mission Control commentator Rob Navias.
While no one was on the $4 billion test flight, NASA managers were thrilled to pull off the dress rehearsal, especially after so many years of flight delays and busted budgets. Fuel leaks and hurricanes conspired for additional postponements in late summer and fall.
In an Apollo throwback, NASA held a splashdown party at Houston’s Johnson Space Center on Sunday, with employees and their families gathering to watch the broadcast of Orion’s homecoming. Next door, the visitor center threw a bash for the public.
Getting Orion back intact after the 25-day flight was NASA’s top objective. With a return speed of 25,000 mph (40,000 kph) — considerably faster than coming in from low-Earth orbit — the capsule used a new, advanced heat shield never tested before in spaceflight. To reduce the gravity or G loads, it dipped into the atmosphere and briefly skipped out, also helping to pinpoint the splashdown area.
All that unfolded in spectacular fashion, Nelson noted, allowing for Orion’s safe return.
The splashdown occurred more than 300 miles (482 kilometers) south of the original target zone. Forecasts calling for choppy seas and high wind off the Southern California coast prompted NASA to switch the location.
Orion logged 1.4 million miles (2.25 million kilometers) as it zoomed to the moon and then entered a wide, swooping orbit for nearly a week before heading home.
It came within 80 miles (130 kilometers) of the moon twice. At its farthest, the capsule was more than 268,000 miles (430,000 kilometers) from Earth.
Orion beamed back stunning photos of not only the gray, pitted moon, but also the home planet. As a parting shot, the capsule revealed a crescent Earth — Earthrise — that left the mission team speechless.
Nottingham Trent University astronomer Daniel Brown said the flight’s many accomplishments illustrate NASA’s capability to put astronauts on the next Artemis moonshot. The space agency expects to announce the crew within the next six months. Orion, meanwhile, should be back at Kennedy by the end of this December for further inspections.
“This was the nail-biting end of an amazing and important journey for NASA’s Orion spacecraft,” Brown said in a statement from England.
The moon has never been hotter. Just hours earlier Sunday, a spacecraft rocketed toward the moon from Cape Canaveral. The lunar lander belongs to ispace, a Tokyo company intent on developing an economy up there. Two U.S. companies, meanwhile, have lunar landers launching early next year.
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HIGHLIGHTS (1)
- ATTRIBUTABLE & ADJUSTED ATTRIBUTABLE THIRD QUARTER DILUTED EPS OF $(0.12) AND $(0.07) PER SHARE, RESPECTIVELY
- QUARTERLY PRODUCTION OF 106,919 GOLD EQUIVALENT OUNCES
- YEAR-TO-DATE PRODUCTION OF 441,164 OUNCES AT PRODUCTION COSTS OF $955 AND AISC of $1,331 PER OUNCE
- YEAR-TO-DATE CAPITAL RETURNS OF $144 MILLION, A 5% YIELD
- RESTARTED ҪӦPLER OPERATIONS IN THE THIRD QUARTER; RAMP-UP PROGRESSING SMOOTHLY
- TARGETING FULL YEAR PRODUCTION OF 620,000 - 655,000 GOLD EQUIVALENT OUNCES; PRODUCTION COSTS OF $960 - $990 PER OUNCE AND AISC OF $1,315 - $1,345 PER OUNCE
- CLOSED THE SALE OF THE PITARRILLA PROJECT IN MEXICO
- RECEIVED ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT FOR PHASE ONE OF THE ÇAKMAKTEPE EXTENSION PROJECT
- SUBSEQUENT TO THE QUARTER, ANNOUNCED THE CONSOLIDATION OF THE ÇӦPLER DISTRICT WITH THE ACQUISITION OF AN INCREMENTAL 30% INTEREST IN THE KARTALTEPE JOINT VENTURE FOR $150 MILLION IN CASH
DENVER, Nov. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - SSR Mining Inc. (NASDAQ: SSRM) (TSX: SSRM) (ASX: SSR) ("SSR Mining" or the "Company") reports consolidated financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2022. In addition, the Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.07 per common share payable on December 19, 2022 to holders of record at the close of business on November 18, 2022. This dividend qualifies as an 'eligible dividend' for Canadian tax purposes.
Rod Antal, President and CEO said, "Despite the headwinds we faced during the third quarter at Çöpler, our business remains in an incredibly strong position, with a robust balance sheet and a capital returns program that is expected to deliver nearly $160 million to shareholders by year-end. With these returns, 2022 will represent the second consecutive year we have delivered a capital return yield greater than 5%. Our foundation of strong free cash flow generation and low capital intensity growth remains firmly intact and will be reflected in our fourth quarter performance and beyond as our operations return to steady state.
During the third quarter, a number of actions were taken to ensure a strong finish to the year at each operation. Planned maintenance was accelerated at Çöpler to maximize plant availability in the fourth quarter, we prioritized underground development at Seabee in order to access a higher grade portion of the ore body in the fourth quarter and stacked more than 135,000 recoverable ounces at an average recoverable grade of 0.63 g/t during the second and third quarters at Marigold. Despite these efforts and the expectations of what will be a strong fourth quarter, we have reduced our guidance targets for the year. The combination of a measured ramp-up at Çöpler and delayed access to oxide material from Çakmaktepe, as well as the slower than expected recovery of ounces at Marigold, has deferred some production into 2023. Positively, since the quarter end, all four of our operations have delivered and are poised for strong production and free cash flow in the fourth quarter of 2022 and into 2023."
Third Quarter 2022 Highlights (1):
(All figures are in U.S. dollars unless otherwise noted)
- Operating performance: Delivered third quarter production of 106,919 gold equivalent ounces at production costs of $1,099 per gold equivalent ounce and AISC of $1,901 per gold equivalent ounce, reflecting the inclusion of $31.1 million of cash costs incurred at Çöpler during the suspension. Year-to-date production is 441,164 gold equivalent ounces at production costs of $955 per gold equivalent ounce and AISC of $1,331 per gold equivalent ounce. Despite the expectations of a strong fourth quarter, full year production guidance has been revised to gold equivalent production of 620,000 to 655,000 ounces. Reflecting the lower production guidance, production costs have increased to $960 to $990 per ounce and AISC guidance has increased to $1,315 to $1,345 per gold equivalent ounce.
- Financial results: Attributable net loss in the third quarter was $25.8 million, or $0.12 per diluted share, and adjusted attributable net loss was $13.5 million, or $0.07 per diluted share. For the nine months ended September 30, 2022, operating cash flow was $42.8 million and free cash flow was $(73.4) million. Cash generated by operating activities before working capital adjustments over the nine months ended September 30, 2022, was $212.7 million, and free cash flow before working capital adjustments was $96.5 million. Strong fourth quarter production is expected to feature a drawdown of inventories that benefits quarterly free cash flow generation.
- Execution of peer-leading capital returns program: In the third quarter, SSR Mining returned nearly $100.0 million to shareholders, consisting of $14.3 million in dividends and $85.4 million in share repurchases. Since the Normal Course Issuer Bid ("NCIB") program's inception on June 20, 2022, the Company purchased a total of 6,053,126 shares at an average price of $16.53 per share for total consideration of approximately $100.0 million. In addition, the Board declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.07 per share to be paid on December 19, 2022. Including the December 19th dividend, the Company is expected to return approximately $160.0 million to shareholders in 2022 or a yield of approximately 5.5%.
- Resilient balance sheet: At the end of the third quarter, the Company had a cash and cash equivalents balance of $748.5 million, after $53.4 million in scheduled debt repayments, $44.4 million in dividend payments to equity shareholders, $100.0 million in share repurchases, and $34.5 million in dividends to joint venture partners in 2022. Non-GAAP net cash totals $464.8 million as of September 30, 2022.
- Çöpler production restarted late September: Received the required regulatory approvals from Türkiye's government authorities on September 22nd, 2022 and subsequently restarted all operations. Maintenance previously scheduled for the fourth quarter of 2022 was accelerated and completed during the third quarter, including scheduled partial relining of the face bricks in Autoclave 1. With this maintenance work now complete, no major scheduled sulfide plant maintenance shutdowns are planned at Çöpler for the remainder of 2022. Due to the measured ramp-up of operations at the sulfide plant and the later than expected access to oxide ounces from Çakmaktepe in the third quarter, Çöpler's full year production guidance has been revised to 180,000 to 190,000 ounces at production costs of $1,000 to $1,030 per ounce and AISC of $1,345 to $1,375 per ounce.
- Marigold stacked 65,000 recoverable ounces in third quarter; record ounces stacked in October: Produced 52,236 ounces of gold in the third quarter, in line with expectations for a fourth quarter weighted production profile. Higher grade ore stacked in the second and third quarters of 2022, along with record recoverable ounces stacked in October, are expected to support strong quarterly production at Marigold in the fourth quarter and into 2023. Despite this strong close to the year, some of the higher grade ounces stacked in the second half of 2022 are not expected to be recovered until 2023. As a result, Marigold's full year production guidance has been revised to 195,000 to 205,000 ounces at production costs of $1,065 to $1,095 per ounce and AISC of $1,410 to $1,440 per ounce.
- Seabee underground development accelerated to access high grade ounces: Produced 20,493 ounces of gold in the third quarter at production costs of $908 per ounce and AISC of $1,304 per ounce as Seabee accelerated underground development in order to access higher grade ore in the fourth quarter. Seabee is on track for the lower end of its 150,000 to 160,000 ounces production guidance at production costs of $455 to $485 per ounce and AISC of $715 to $745 per ounce.
- Puna continues to deliver strong mill performance: Produced 2.7 million ounces of silver at production costs of $15.47 per ounce of silver in the third quarter and AISC of $15.91 per ounce of silver. Throughput averaged more than 4,700 tonnes per day during the quarter. Puna is on track for full year guidance of 8.25 to 8.75 million ounces of silver at production costs of $17.25 to $17.75 per ounce and AISC of $15.00 to $15.50 per ounce.
- Exploration activities progressed across the portfolio: The Company recently announced exploration results from Çakmaktepe Extension ("Ardich"), highlighting strong results that support potential Mineral Reserve and Resource growth expected to be included in the Çöpler technical report summary in 2023. In addition, the Company expects to release exploration results from resource expansion and development programs across the portfolio in the fourth quarter of 2022.
- Completed the sale of the Pitarrilla project: During the quarter, the Company closed the sale of the Pitarrilla project to Endeavour Silver. As consideration for the sale, SSR Mining received $35 million in cash, $35 million (2) in shares of Endeavour Silver, and a 1.25% net smelter return royalty on the Pitarrilla property. The sale was originally announced on January 13, 2022.
- Consolidated ownership of the Çöpler District: Subsequent to the quarter, the Company announced an agreement to acquire an additional 30% ownership interest in the Kartaltepe Mining Joint Venture at the Çöpler District from partner Lidya Mining for total consideration of $150 million in cash, streamlining operating, financial and exploration activities across the Ҫӧpler District while creating tangible synergies. The transaction is expected to be completed in the fourth quarter of 2022. Upon completion of the transaction, SSR Mining will own 80% of the entirety of the Çöpler District.
Full Year 2022 Guidance (1)
Ҫӧpler: Production restarted at Ҫӧpler at the end of September following the suspension. During this time, the Company accelerated and completed planned maintenance in Ҫӧpler's sulfide plant that had been previously planned for the fourth quarter of 2022, which included scheduled partial relining of the face bricks in Autoclave 1. With this maintenance work now complete, no major scheduled sulfide plant maintenance shutdowns are planned for Ҫӧpler for the remainder of 2022.
For the month ended October 31, 2022, production ramped up to approximately 18,000 ounces. Despite this strong start to the quarter, production guidance has been revised downward to 180,000 to 190,000 ounces of gold as a result of the measured ramp-up of operations and the later than expected access to oxide ounces at Çakmaktepe in the third quarter. Full year production cost guidance is now of $1,000 to $1,030 per ounce and AISC of $1,345 to $1,375 per ounce. Oxide production previously expected in the fourth quarter of 2022 is now expected to be recovered in the first quarter of 2023.
Marigold: In third quarter of 2022, Marigold stacked 65,000 recoverable ounces, bringing total recoverable ounces stacked in the second and third quarters of 2022 to more than 135,000 ounces at a recoverable grade of 0.63 g/t. However, given reduced shovel availability and the continued delay in heap leach recovery due to finer ore from the north pits, some of the ounces previously expected in the fourth quarter are now likely to be recovered in 2023. As such, Marigold's full year production guidance has been revised to 195,000 to 205,000 ounces of gold at production costs of $1,065 to $1,095 per ounce and AISC of $1,410 to $1,440 per ounce.
Seabee: During the third quarter, the Company accelerated development to access a high grade area of the Santoy Reserves that is expected to drive strong production in the fourth quarter of 2022. Seabee remains on track for the lower end its 150,000 to 160,000 ounces production guidance at production costs of $455 to $485 per ounce and AISC of $715 to $745 per ounce.
Puna: With mill throughput targeted to remain at or above 4,500 tonnes per day for the rest of 2022, Puna is on track for production guidance of 8.25 to 8.75 million ounces of silver at improved production costs of $17.25 to $17.75 per ounce and AISC of $15.00 to $15.50 per ounce.
Financial and Operating Highlights
A summary of the Company's consolidated financial and operating results for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2022 and September 30, 2021 are presented below:
Çöpler, Türkiye
(amounts presented on 100% basis)
For the three months ended September 30, 2022 and 2021, Çöpler produced 3,733 and 82,975 ounces of gold, respectively. For the nine months ended September 30, 2022 and 2021, Çöpler produced 125,763 and 237,207 ounces of gold, respectively. Çöpler mine operations were suspended in late June until late September in response to a leak of leach solution containing diluted cyanide at the Çöpler mine site on June 21, 2022. After completing improvement initiatives in early August, the Company received the required regulatory approvals on September 22, 2022 from Türkiye's Government authorities and all operations were subsequently restarted. Production costs were $118 per ounce in the third quarter, while AISC were $14,972 per ounce reflecting the limited production as a result of the temporary suspension.
During the quarter, the Company accelerated and completed planned maintenance in Ҫӧpler's sulfide plant that had been previously planned for the fourth quarter of 2022, which included scheduled partial relining of the face bricks in Autoclave 1. With this maintenance work now complete, no major scheduled sulfide plant maintenance shutdowns are planned for Ҫӧpler for the remainder of 2022. For the year ended December 31, 2022, Ҫӧpler is expected to produce 180,000 to 190,000 ounces of gold at production costs of $1,000 to $1,030 per ounce and AISC of $1,345 to $1,375 per ounce.
Marigold, USA
For the three months ended September 30, 2022 and 2021, Marigold produced 52,236 and 52,049 ounces of gold, respectively. For the nine months ended September 30, 2022 and 2021, Marigold produced 131,793 and 177,877 ounces of gold, respectively. During the third quarter, production costs were $1,079 per ounce and AISC were $1,444. Marigold stacked 65,000 recoverable ounces in the third quarter as mining of higher grade ore continued in the quarter.
For the year ended December 31, 2022, Marigold's production guidance has been revised to 195,000 to 205,000 ounces of gold at production costs of $1,065 to $1,095 per ounce and AISC of $1,410 to $1,440 per ounce.
Seabee, Canada
For the three months ended September 30, 2022 and 2021, Seabee produced 20,493 and 22,589 ounces of gold, respectively. During the third quarter, the Company accelerated underground development to access another high grade area of the Santoy Reserves. For the nine months ended September 30, 2022 and 2021, Seabee produced 111,416 and 83,318 ounces of gold, respectively. The increase in gold production during the first nine months of 2022 compared to the prior year was the result of a 21.4% increase in mill feed grade to 11.84 g/t and increased mine and mill productivity levels. Exploration and definition work is continuing at the high grade zone mined in the first quarter which, if successful, could enable mining in this area in 2023. During the third quarter, production costs were $908 per ounce and AISC were $1,304.
For the year ended December 31, 2022, Seabee remains on track for the lower end of its 150,000 to 160,000 ounce production guidance at production costs of $455 to $485 per ounce and AISC of $715 to $745 per ounce.
Puna, Argentina
For the three months ended September 30, 2022 and 2021, Puna produced 2.7 million and 2.2 million ounces of silver, respectively. The year-over-year increase is primarily driven by the higher grade of silver ore processed. For the nine months ended September 30, 2022 and 2021, Puna produced 6.0 million ounces of silver in both periods. Third quarter production costs were $15.47 per ounce of silver sold and AISC were $15.91 per ounce of silver sold.
During the quarter, the Company restarted exploration drilling at Puna for the first time since 2018. SSR Mining's exploration team has identified a number of in-pit and near mine targets that, if successful, could provide mine life extension opportunities. The Company is on track for production guidance of 8.25 to 8.75 million ounces of silver at improved production costs of $17.25 to $17.75 per ounce and AISC of $15.00 to $15.50 per ounce.
Conference Call Information
This news release should be read in conjunction with the Company's Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended September 30, 2022, filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") and available on the SEC website at www.sec.gov or www.ssrmining.com.
- Conference call and webcast: Tuesday, November 8, 2022, at 5:00 pm EST.
- The conference call will be archived and available on our website. Audio replay will be available for two weeks by calling:
Dividend Declaration
On November 8, 2022 the Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.07 per common share, payable on December 19, 2022 to holders of record at the close of business on November 18, 2022. This dividend qualifies as an eligible dividend for Canadian income tax purposes.
The dividend payment applies to holders of SSR Mining's common shares, which trade on the Toronto Stock Exchange and the Nasdaq under the symbol SSRM, and to holders of its CHESS Depositary Interests (CDIs), which trade on the Australian Securities Exchange under the symbol SSR. Each CDI confers a beneficial interest in one common share. Therefore, CDI holders are entitled to a dividend calculated on the same basis as the holders of SSR Mining's common shares.
SSR Mining has sought and been granted a temporary waiver of certain of the ASX Settlement Operating Rules. Under the authority of the waiver, the processing of conversions of common shares to CDIs, or CDIs to common shares, lodged on or after or after November 17, 2022, will be deferred until after the record date of November 18, 2022. The key dates with respect to the dividend are as follows:
Payments to Canadian shareholders will be made in Canadian dollars based on the exchange rate on the record date as reported by the Bank of Canada. Payments to other shareholders will be made in U.S. dollars. For CDI holders, payments will be made in Australian dollars, and it is expected to be based on the prevailing exchange rate sourced from the wholesale foreign exchange market on or around 5 business days after the record date.
About SSR Mining
SSR Mining Inc. is a leading, free cash flow focused gold company with four producing operations located in the USA, Türkiye, Canada, and Argentina, combined with a global pipeline of high-quality development and exploration assets. In 2021, the four operating assets produced approximately 794,000 gold-equivalent ounces. SSR Mining is listed under the ticker symbol SSRM on the NASDAQ and the TSX, and SSR on the ASX.
SSR Mining Contacts:
F. Edward Farid, Executive Vice President, Chief Corporate Development Officer
Alex Hunchak, Director, Corporate Development and Investor Relations
SSR Mining Inc.
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Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Information and Statements:
Except for statements of historical fact relating to us, certain statements contained in this news release constitute forward-looking information, future oriented financial information, or financial outlooks (collectively "forward-looking information") within the meaning of applicable securities laws. Forward-looking information may be contained in this document and our other public filings. Forward-looking information relates to statements concerning our outlook and anticipated events or results and, in some cases, can be identified by terminology such as "may", "will", "could", "should", "expect", "plan", "anticipate", "believe", "intend", "estimate", "projects", "predict", "potential", "continue" or other similar expressions concerning matters that are not historical facts.
Forward-looking information and statements in this news release are based on certain key expectations and assumptions made by us. Although we believe that the expectations and assumptions on which such forward-looking information and statements are based are reasonable, undue reliance should not be placed on the forward-looking information and statements because we can give no assurance that they will prove to be correct. Forward-looking information and statements are subject to various risks and uncertainties which could cause actual results and experience to differ materially from the anticipated results or expectations expressed in this news release. The key risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to: local and global political and economic conditions; governmental and regulatory requirements and actions by governmental authorities, including changes in government policy, government ownership requirements, changes in environmental, tax and other laws or regulations and the interpretation thereof; developments with respect to the COVID-19 pandemic, including the duration, severity and scope of the pandemic and potential impacts on mining operations; and other risk factors detailed from time to time in our reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on EDGAR and the Canadian securities regulatory authorities on SEDAR.
Forward-looking information and statements in this news release include any statements concerning, among other things: forecasts and outlook; preliminary cost reporting in this document; timing, production, operating, cost, and capital expenditure guidance; our operational and development targets and catalysts and the impact of any suspensions on operations; the results of any gold reconciliations; the ability to discover additional oxide gold ore; the generation of free cash flow and payment of dividends; matters relating to proposed exploration; communications with local stakeholders; maintaining community and government relations; negotiations of joint ventures; negotiation and completion of transactions; commodity prices; Mineral Resources, Mineral Reserves, conversion of Mineral Resources, realization of Mineral Reserves, and the existence or realization of Mineral Resource estimates; the development approach; the timing and amount of future production; the timing of studies, announcements, and analysis; the timing of construction and development of proposed mines and process facilities; capital and operating expenditures; economic conditions; availability of sufficient financing; exploration plans; receipt of regulatory approvals; expectations regarding COVID-19, its ongoing impact on us and any interruptions it may cause on our operations; renewal of the NCIB program; and any and all other timing, exploration, development, operational, financial, budgetary, economic, legal, social, environmental, regulatory, and political matters that may influence or be influenced by future events or conditions.
Such forward-looking information and statements are based on a number of material factors and assumptions, including, but not limited in any manner to, those disclosed in any other of our filings on EDGAR and SEDAR, and include: the inherent speculative nature of exploration results; the ability to explore; communications with local stakeholders; maintaining community and governmental relations; status of negotiations of joint ventures; weather conditions at our operations; commodity prices; the ultimate determination of and realization of Mineral Reserves; existence or realization of Mineral Resources; the development approach; availability and receipt of required approvals, titles, licenses and permits; sufficient working capital to develop and operate the mines and implement development plans; access to adequate services and supplies; foreign currency exchange rates; interest rates; access to capital markets and associated cost of funds; availability of a qualified work force; ability to negotiate, finalize, and execute relevant agreements; lack of social opposition to our mines or facilities; lack of legal challenges with respect to our properties; the timing and amount of future production; the ability to meet production, cost, and capital expenditure targets; timing and ability to produce studies and analyses; capital and operating expenditures; economic conditions; availability of sufficient financing; the ultimate ability to mine, process, and sell mineral products on economically favorable terms; and any and all other timing, exploration, development, operational, financial, budgetary, economic, legal, social, geopolitical, regulatory and political factors that may influence future events or conditions. While we consider these factors and assumptions to be reasonable based on information currently available to us, they may prove to be incorrect.
The above list is not exhaustive of the factors that may affect any of the Company's forward-looking information. You should not place undue reliance on forward-looking information and statements. Forward-looking information and statements are only predictions based on our current expectations and our projections about future events. Actual results may vary from such forward-looking information for a variety of reasons including, but not limited to, risks and uncertainties disclosed in our filings on our website at www.ssrmining.com, on SEDAR at www.sedar.com, on EDGAR at www.sec.gov and on the ASX at www.asx.com.au and other unforeseen events or circumstances. Other than as required by law, we do not intend, and undertake no obligation to update any forward-looking information to reflect, among other things, new information or future events. The information contained on, or that may be accessed through, our website is not incorporated by reference into, and is not a part of, this document.
Cautionary Note to U.S. Investors
This news release includes terms that comply with reporting standards in Canada under National Instrument 43-101 – Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects ("NI 43-101"), including the terms "Mineral Reserves" and "Mineral Resources". NI 43-101 is a rule developed by the Canadian Securities Administrators that establishes standards for all public disclosure an issuer makes of scientific and technical information concerning mineral projects. The standards of NI 43-101 differ significantly from the requirements of the SEC. Accordingly, information concerning mineral deposits set forth herein may not be comparable with information made in accordance with U.S. standards.
Cautionary Note Regarding Non-GAAP Financial Measures
We have included certain non-GAAP financial measures to assist in understanding the Company's financial results. The non-GAAP financial measures are employed by us to measure our operating and economic performance and to assist in decision-making, as well as to provide key performance information to senior management. We believe that, in addition to conventional measures prepared in accordance with GAAP, certain investors and other stakeholders will find this information useful to evaluate our operating and financial performance; however, these non-GAAP performance measures do not have any standardized meaning. These performance measures are intended to provide additional information and should not be considered in isolation or as a substitute for measures of performance prepared in accordance with GAAP. Our definitions of our non-GAAP financial measures may not be comparable to similarly titled measures reported by other companies. These non-GAAP measures should be read in conjunction with our consolidated financial statements.
Cash costs, AISC per ounce sold, adjusted attributable net income (loss), free cash flow, and net cash are Non-GAAP Measures with no standardized definition under U.S GAAP.
Non-GAAP Measure – Net Cash
Net cash and net debt are used by management and investors to measure the Company's underlying operating performance. The Company believes that net cash is a useful measure for shareholders as it helps evaluate the strength of liquidity and available cash.
The following table provides a reconciliation of cash and cash equivalents to net cash:
Non-GAAP Measure - Cash Costs and AISC
The Company uses cash costs per ounce of precious metals sold to monitor its operating performance internally. The most directly comparable measure prepared in accordance with GAAP is production costs. The Company believes this measure provides investors and analysts with useful information about its underlying cash costs of operations and the impact of by-product credits on its cost structure. The Company also believes it is a relevant metric used to understand its operating profitability and ability to generate cash flow. When deriving the production costs associated with an ounce of precious metal, the Company includes by-product credits. Thereby allowing management and other stakeholders to assess the net costs of gold and silver production. In calculating cash costs per ounce, the Company also excludes the impact of specific items that are significant, but not reflective of its underlying operations.
AISC includes total production costs incurred at the Company's mining operations, which forms the basis of cash costs. Additionally, the Company includes sustaining capital expenditures, sustaining mine-site exploration and evaluation costs, reclamation cost accretion and amortization, and general and administrative expenses. This measure seeks to reflect the ongoing cost of gold and silver production from current operations; therefore, expansionary capital and non-sustaining expenditures are excluded. Certain other cash expenditures, including tax payments and financing costs are also excluded.
The Company believes that AISC represents the total costs of producing gold and silver from current operations and provides the Company and other stakeholders with additional information about its operating performance and ability to generate cash flows. It allows the Company to assess its ability to support capital expenditures and to sustain future production from the generation of operating cash flows.
When deriving the number of ounces of precious metal sold, the Company considers the physical ounces available for sale after the treatment and refining process, commonly referred to as payable metal, as this is what is sold to third parties.
The following tables provide a reconciliation of production costs to cash costs and AISC:
The following tables provide a reconciliation of production costs to cash costs and AISC used in our 2022 guidance:
Non-GAAP Measure - Adjusted Attributable Net Income (loss)
Adjusted attributable net income (loss) and adjusted attributable net income (loss) per share are used by management to measure the Company's underlying operating performance. We believe this measure is also useful for shareholders to assess the Company's operating performance. The most directly comparable financial measures prepared in accordance with GAAP are net income (loss) attributable to equity holders of SSR Mining and net income (loss) per share attributable to equity holders of SSR Mining. Adjusted attributable net income (loss) is defined as net income (loss) adjusted to exclude the after-tax impact of specific items that are significant, but not reflective of the Company's underlying operations, including impairment charges; foreign exchange (gains) losses and inflationary impacts on tax balances; transaction, integration, and SEC conversion expenses; and other non-recurring items.
The following table provides a reconciliation of net income (loss) attributable to equity holders of SSR Mining to adjusted net income (loss) attributable to equity holders of SSR Mining:
Non-GAAP Measure - Free Cash Flow
The Company uses free cash flow, cash flow from operating activities before changes in working capital, and free cash flow before changes in working capital to supplement information in its condensed consolidated financial statements. The most directly comparable financial measures prepared in accordance with GAAP is cash provided by operating activities. The Company believes that in addition to conventional measures prepared in accordance with US GAAP, certain investors and analysts use this information to evaluate the ability of the Company to generate cash flow after capital investments and build the Company's cash resources. The Company calculates free cash flow by deducting cash capital spending from cash generated by operating activities.
The following table provides a reconciliation of cash provided by operating activities to free cash flow:
Starting in this period, we are presenting operating cash flow before working capital adjustments and free cash flow before working capital adjustments as non-GAAP cash flow measures to supplement our operating cash flow and free cash flow (non-GAAP) measures. We believe presenting both operating cash flow and free cash flow before working capital adjustments, which reflects an exclusion of net changes in operating assets and liabilities, will be useful for investors because it presents cash flow that is actually generated from the continuing business. The Company calculates cash flow from operating activities before changes in working capital by adjusting cash provided by operating activities by the net change in operating assets and liabilities. The Company also calculates free cash flow before changes in working capital by deducting cash capital spending from cash flow from operating activities before changes in working capital.
The following table provides a reconciliation of cash provided by operating activities to free cash flow before changes in working capital:
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SHREVEPORT, La. (KTAL/KMSS) – Several Caddo Parish middle school students graduated from the Summer Youth Leadership Academy organized by the Caddo Parish District Attorney’s office.
The students took part in a week-long leadership academy where they learned leadership skills and the processes of the judicial system.
“My desire is to inspire young people in our community to continue to make good decisions,” said James Stewart, Caddo Parish District Attorney.
Organizers hope the academy inspires these children to take control of their destinies and chase after their dreams.
“We are showing the children positive images, and letting them know they too can achieve and become the doctor, the lawyer, and even the judge,” says Brittney Green, Assistant District Attorney and Headmaster of the Academy. “We want our children to know they are the captain of their own destiny!”
The youth academy held its inaugural graduation in Judge John Mosley’s courtroom, at the Caddo Parish Courthouse.
The academy was organized in partnership with the Shreveport Community Renewal friendship house. | 2023-07-22T00:43:30+00:00 | ktalnews.com | https://www.ktalnews.com/news/local-news/caddo-parish-da-holds-youth-leadership-academy/ |
Former Alabama RB Brian Robinson Jr. cleared to practice after shooting
WASHINGTON (WAFF) - On Aug. 28, Washington Commander’s rookie running back Brian Robinson Jr. was shot during what the team reported to be an attempted robbery or carjacking.
Now just 38 days after being shot, Robinson Jr. has been cleared to return to practice according to the Washington Commanders.
Robinson Jr. played for Alabama from 2017-2021 and was the team’s starting running back in 2021. During that season, he rushed for 1,343 yards and 14 touchdowns.
He was then drafted in the third round of the 2022 NFL draft by the Commanders.
At the time of the shooting, Robinson Jr. was pushing forward in the Commander’s running back room. A day before the incident, NBC Sports wrote an article about the team’s 53-man roster and said it projected Robinson Jr. to be the top running back after a great camp.
Copyright 2022 WAFF. All rights reserved. | 2022-10-05T15:56:21+00:00 | waff.com | https://www.waff.com/2022/10/05/former-alabama-rb-brian-robinson-jr-cleared-practice-after-shooting/ |
Award Places BDA in Top 6 Percent of All Companies Vetted Worldwide
WOODINVILLE, Wash., June 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Bensussen Deutsch & Associates, LLC (BDA), the nation's premier Merchandise Agency™ for iconic brands including Major League Baseball, Johnson & Johnson, The Home Depot, NBC, and Mercedes Benz, today announced they're North American operations have received a Gold-level rating from EcoVadis, a leading sustainability ratings provider. A gold rating is the second highest level of achievement that an organization can receive, and recognizes BDA's ongoing efforts in Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR). This complements BDA's European operation's Platinum EcoVadis rating, awarded last October.
EcoVadis partners with more than 100,000 companies in over 175 countries and 200 industries each year to collaborate on sustainability with a common platform, universal scorecard, benchmarks and performance improvement tools. Using innovative technology and sustainability expertise, companies are graded on a variety of criteria, including environmental factors, labor and human rights, ethics, and sustainable procurement. BDA has earned an advanced score in each of the respective categories, placing the company in the 94th percentile, or top 6 percent of the companies assessed.
"I'm so proud of the entire team at BDA for prioritizing a better tomorrow and earning this gold-level rating from EcoVadis. We begin every engagement with our clients by asking what will have the greatest impact on our client's objectives and do no harm to the environment?" said Jay Deutsch, CEO and Co-founder of BDA. "Since our early days, doing the right thing for our clients, the planet, and all the people involved in making and transporting the products we provide has been a key priority. Over a decade ago, BDA was the founding member of the industry's first distributor advocacy group to ensure promotional product companies were focusing on both product safety and the long-term health of the of the earth, not just short-term profits for their companies. I appreciate the acknowledgment of by EcoVadis and the significant work of their organization."
The gold ranking further reinforces BDA's commitment to progressing sustainability efforts, including adherence to comprehensive environmental and business ethics procedures, commitment to employee health and wellness, and the company's first annual ESG report which will be published in the coming months.
About BDA
Bensussen Deutsch & Associates, LLC (BDA), is an award-winning modern Merchandise Agency™ for iconic brands, providing customized marketing, merchandising, e-commerce, and fulfillment solutions for major sports and entertainment properties and Fortune 1000 enterprises. A global firm with over 36 years of experience, BDA operates over 100 locations in 50 cities around the globe. Clients like Dell, ExxonMobil, The Home Depot, Johnson & Johnson, and Major League Baseball rely on BDA to activate, motivate, and promote their events, employees, and brands. For more information on the power of merchandise, visit www.bdainc.com.
About EcoVadis
EcoVadis is a purpose-led company whose mission is to provide robust and trusted business sustainability ratings. Businesses of all sizes rely on EcoVadis' expert intelligence and evidence-based ratings to monitor and improve the sustainability performance of their business and trading partners. Its actionable scorecards, benchmarks, carbon action tools, and insights guide an improvement journey for environmental, social and ethical practices across 200 industry categories and 175 countries. Industry leaders such as Amazon, Johnson & Johnson, L'Oréal, Unilever, LVMH, Salesforce, Bridgestone, BASF and JPMorgan are among the 100,000 businesses that collaborate with EcoVadis to drive resilience, sustainable growth and positive impact worldwide. Learn more on ecovadis.com, Twitter or LinkedIn.
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PALO ALTO, Calif., July 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- DyAnsys, Inc., has announced that Primary Relief, a percutaneous electrical neurostimulation device, has been clearedto treat pain following a Caesarean-section (C-section).
The percutaneous electrical nerve stimulator (PENS) system can be used for up to three days for symptomatic relief of post-operative pain following a C-section delivery.
"This device has been shown to make a difference for patients, effectively relieving pain without reliance on opioids or other analgesics. This is a significant advancement in providing options to women," said DyAnsys Chief Executive Srini Nageshwar. "We look forward to connecting with physicians and hospitals to providing this alternative to their patients."
The wearable, battery-operated device is designed to administer periodic low level electrical pulses to the ear over 72 hours from the activation of the device. The electrical pulses are delivered to branches of the cranial nerves on the ear through a wire assembly and stimulation needles.
The effectiveness of the device was demonstrated in a single-center, double arm, randomized, controlled, parallel assignment prospective study involving 44 participants who underwent C-section delivery. The analysis showed that minimally invasive nerve stimulation intervention using Primary Relief device reduced the pain score faster than the standard analgesics. No additional opioid analgesics were required. No complications or adverse events were observed in any of the participants during the study period.
The nonclinical testing of Primary Relief device included biocompatibility testing, electrical safety (electromagnetic compatibility and safety), performance bench testing and software verification and validation.
DyAnsys offers two companion PENS devices - First Relief, with FDA clearance for the treatment of diabetic neuropathic pain, and Drug Relief, with FDA clearance as an aid to drug withdrawal.
DyAnsys Inc. is a global company headquartered in California with subsidiaries in Switzerland and India. DyAnsys provides advanced medical diagnostic and monitoring systems to clinicians in individual practices and hospitals. DyAnsys, ANSiscope. First Relief, Primary Relief and Drug Relief are registered trademarks, of DyAnsys, Inc.
Website: www.dyansys.com
For more information, contact Srini Nageshwar, (888) 950-4321
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LAS VEGAS (AP) — Sunday’s Billboard Music Awards will include performances by Travis Scott, Ed Sheeran, Becky G and other artists who have enjoyed chart-topping success.
Sean “Diddy” Combs will emcee the show, which is being broadcast live from the MGM Grand Arena and will air live beginning at 8 p.m. Eastern on NBC and its Peacock streaming service.
Becky G, who released the album “Esquemas” on Friday, will perform her hit song “MAMIII,” which topped the Billboard’s Hot Latin Songs chart. Sheeran will deliver a remote performance from Northern Ireland, where he is on tour.
Other acts taking the stage include Scott, who’s nominated in the dance/electronic music category, as well as Miranda Lambert, Meghan Thee Stallion, Morgan Wallen, and Grammy Awards darlings Silk Sonic.
Nominees are determined by Billboard chart rankings and winners are selected based on several criteria, including their album and digital song sales, airplay and streaming success and touring. | 2022-05-15T17:43:18+00:00 | cenlanow.com | https://www.cenlanow.com/entertainment-news/billboard-music-awards-to-feature-travis-scott-becky-g/ |
NEW YORK (AP) — New York City has agreed to pay $7 million to a man who spent 23 years behind bars for a murder he didn’t commit, Comptroller Brad Lander said Monday.
Grant Williams was exonerated last July in the 1996 shooting of Shdell Lewis outside a Staten Island public housing complex.
Williams, 51, had been paroled in 2019. After being cleared last year, he filed a notice of claim, a first step toward suing the city. The comptroller’s office has the authority to settle such claims without court action and occasionally does so, including in the 2014 police chokehold death of Eric Garner.
Williams’ lawyer, Irving Cohen, said the city “did the right thing” by settling quickly.
“This will assist him in going forward and trying to get back on his feet,” and finally putting the ordeal behind him, Cohen said.
He said the state recently settled a separate claim from Williams for $5 million. A message inquiring about the matter was left for state officials.
Lander, a Democrat, said he was pleased that the city was “able to move quickly to a fair and early resolution of this claim.”
The case against Williams had rested largely on the testimony of a couple of eyewitnesses. One was a police officer who chased the gunman — and initially gave a description that didn’t match Williams.
Prosecutors at his trial also sought to suggest a connection between Williams and a baseball cap that the shooter dropped at the scene, though the hat was never tested for DNA that could have pointed to its wearer. It was emblazoned with the logo of Wu-Tang Clan. Williams had worked at the multiplatinum-selling rap group’s Staten Island studio, but his lawyer notes that there was no telling how many hometown fans might have had Wu-Tang Clan hats at the time.
No physical, forensic or digital evidence tied Williams to the crime, and some witnesses testified that he wasn’t the gunman.
Another eyewitness, a friend of the victim’s, had also told investigators that Williams wasn’t the gunman. But police didn’t tell prosecutors about it until after he was indicted, and that witness didn’t testify at the trial.
Williams unsuccessfully appealed his conviction for years before Staten Island District Attorney Michael McMahon’s office agreed to review it. Prosecutors ultimately joined Williams in seeking the dismissal of his conviction, saying they now believe he’s innocent.
Williams told reporters at the time that he never lost faith that he would be exonerated and used to tell other inmates they’d see it on the news someday.
“And today is that day,” he said with relatives, supporters and friends including Wu-Tang member Ghostface Killah by his side.
Since then, Williams has been adjusting to restarting his life, Cohen said. He said his client, who earned an associate’s degree behind bars, hopes to help other wrongfully convicted people and help people steer clear of crime.
“He’s very resilient,” Cohen said.
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Associated Press writer Michael R. Sisak contributed. | 2022-05-23T18:17:46+00:00 | pix11.com | https://pix11.com/entertainment/ap-entertainment/nyc-to-pay-7m-to-man-wrongfully-convicted-in-1996-killing/ |
The Tecolotes Dos Laredos defeated the Piratas de Campeche 2-0 Tuesday to claim yet another series victory.
With the result, the Tecos are up 2-0 over the Piratas in the three-game series. Dos Laredos aims to go for the sweep in Wednesday’s 7:30 p.m. matchup.
What allowed the Tecolotes to be victorious was solid pitching and early runs.
The Tecos’ two runs came over the first two innings. They struck early in the first inning as Kevin Medrano hit an RBI single. Then later in the second, Juan Martinez hit an RBI single to put the team up 2-0. From there, Dos Laredos’ pitching held off Campeche.
Brandon Brennan made his first start for the Tecolotes on Tuesday. He tossed two innings, allowing a hit and striking out one as the team works slowly to build his pitch count. Luis Ramirez was credited with the win as he threw two innings, allowing three hits. Donnie Hart got his fourth save of the season as worked the final frame, allowing a hit and striking out one.
Alonzo Harris (2-3, R) and Roberto Valenzuela (2-4, R) both tallied multi-hit performances for the Tecos as the team recorded nine hits in the victory. | 2022-07-20T14:35:01+00:00 | lmtonline.com | https://www.lmtonline.com/sports/article/Tecolotes-beat-Piratas-de-Campeche-2-0-17316743.php |
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) _ The winning numbers in Tuesday evening's drawing of the Indiana Lottery's "Daily Three-Evening" game were:
7-6-9, SB: 8
(seven, six, nine; SB: eight)
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) _ The winning numbers in Tuesday evening's drawing of the Indiana Lottery's "Daily Three-Evening" game were:
7-6-9, SB: 8
(seven, six, nine; SB: eight) | 2023-01-18T05:40:56+00:00 | sfgate.com | https://www.sfgate.com/lottery/article/Winning-numbers-drawn-in-Daily-Three-Evening-17724484.php |
How major US stock indexes fared Thursday, 7/13/2023
Wall Street’s winning streak barreled into a fourth day following the latest signal that inflation is easing its chokehold on the economy.
The S&P 500 rose 0.8% Thursday for its highest close since April 2022. The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 0.1%, and the Nasdaq composite rallied 1.6% as Big Tech stocks led the way.
Treasury yields tumbled further in the bond market after a report showed inflation at the wholesale level cooled by more in June than expected. That has traders increasingly betting the Federal Reserve may end its blistering run of hikes to interest rates very soon.
On Thursday:
The S&P 500 rose 37.88 points, or 0.8%, to 4,510.04.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 47.71 points, or 0.1%, to 34,395.14.
The Nasdaq composite rose 219.61 points, or 1.6%, to 14,138.57.
The Russell 2000 index of smaller companies rose 17.51 points, or 0.9%, to 1,950.89.
For the week:
The S&P 500 is up 111.09 points, or 2.5%.
The Dow is up 660.26 points, or 2%.
The Nasdaq is up 477.85 points, or 3.5%.
The Russell 2000 is up 86.23 points, or 4.6%.
For the year:
The S&P 500 is up 670.54 points, or 17.5%.
The Dow is up 1,247.89 points, or 3.8%.
The Nasdaq is up 3,672.09 points, or 35.1%.
The Russell 2000 is up 189.64 points, or 10.8%.
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Subway unveils its first vending machine
(CNN) – Subway has good news for sandwich fans who want their food now and don’t care about a lot of customization.
The restaurant unveiled a new vending machine filled with pre-made sandwiches Monday.
Subway plans to install the machines at places you might expect, including college campuses, airports and hospitals.
The company claims the machines use artificial intelligence to accept verbal orders.
The concept of pre-made sandwiches isn’t new for Subway. It started selling them at places like casinos, gas stations and airports back in 2020.
The grab-and-go experience has helped fill the void left by shuttered restaurants.
Subway’s brick-and-mortar presence has been shrinking for the past five years.
The company said it has seen “record-setting sales” across its 20,000 locations.
It’s hard to know how accurate that statement is since Subway is privately owned and not subject to the same reporting laws as publicly held companies.
Copyright 2022 CNN Newsource. All rights reserved. | 2022-11-15T00:35:56+00:00 | newschannel6now.com | https://www.newschannel6now.com/2022/11/14/subway-unveils-its-first-vending-machine/ |
NEW YORK, July 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Compliancy Group to host a webinar, "HIPAA Pays Off: Why You Should Invest in Compliance."
Everyone knows that running a healthcare business is expensive. You need to do many things to ensure your organization is running smoothly, but putting HIPAA compliance on the back burner can be detrimental.
Investing in HIPAA compliance comes with a host of benefits, including:
- Reducing risk: employees of HIPAA compliant organizations understand their role in protecting patient information reducing the likelihood of breaches and fines.
- Increased profit: HIPAA compliance allows you to scale your business. You cannot work in healthcare if you're not compliant.
- Patient loyalty: patients feel safer when they know their information is protected.
Join us for our upcoming webinar and find out how investing your time and money into HIPAA compliance can increase revenue.
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Country singer Kenny Chesney has a soft spot in his heart for rescue dogs. That’s because his own pit bull Ruby, who recently passed away, was a rescue.
In honor of Ruby, Chesney has released a song he wrote about her, and all proceeds from the sale of the song will benefit Stray Dogs of St. Louis in Missouri. Called “Da Ruba Girl” (Ruba is pronounced like “roob-eye”), the acoustic guitar-heavy tune lasts a little over six minutes.
It includes sweet lyrics like, “You needed her, she needed you/To hold, to help fill a space/Last in line, last cage at the rescue/It was a love that no one could replace,” and mentions Ruby’s best friend Poncho; her love of Frosty Paws popsicles and chasing away squirrels, turkey, and deer; and her dislike of the lawnmower.
Chesney tweeted the announcement on Dec. 8, the day before releasing the song.
“No one had a bigger, bolder heart than Ruby,” he wrote. You can see the full message below.
No one had a bigger, bolder heart than Ruby. I'm proud to say #DaRubaGirl will be available to download and stream for the first time Friday. All proceeds from the song will go to @StrayRescue.
Pre-save/pre-add & donate to this great organization: https://t.co/EJ6hl4dQ2Z pic.twitter.com/tRdLvso3yl
— Kenny Chesney (@kennychesney) December 8, 2022
Chesney had not previously released “Da Ruba Girl,” but played it on his SiriusXM No Shoes Radio channel where it became popular.
“People loved the song, I think, because they all knew a dog who had the same kind of spirit or heart, you know, the kind who was an underdog, who wasn’t the obvious choice,” he told People.
Chesney chose to donate to a dog rescue because he says stray dogs can be harder to find adoptive homes for.
But when they do, the singer said, “it seems like they rescue their people far more than they’re actually rescued. They give so much love, so much joy and loyalty. People don’t realize that, so these dogs have a much harder time getting adopted.”
On Dec. 9, Chesney also posted a photo of his beloved dog, writing, “Losing Ruby has left a hole there are no words for.”
Losing Ruby has left a hole there are no words for… To honor her life, it only made sense to let "Da Ruba Girl," the song she inspired, pay it forward by helping the incredible people at Stray Rescue of St. Louis. #DaRubaGirl is out now. Listen here: https://t.co/2DxK1LrQ1m pic.twitter.com/NKrNMiZ5OH
— Kenny Chesney (@kennychesney) December 9, 2022
When Ruby passed, Chesney wrote about how his longtime girlfriend, Mary Nolan, was the one to pick her out from the shelter.
“Ruby lived her life never holding anything against anybody. She had an ancient, calming soul. She was honest and authentic,” he posted to Instagram. “Ruby loved the sun and how it felt on her face. She and I had that in common. Today I know Ruby is sitting somewhere with the sun on her face happy and grateful to have slipped her skin and body that was full of cancer.”
You can hear the song on YouTube.
You can buy the song on any streaming music service. If you’d like just to donate you can go to Chesney’s website.
This story originally appeared on Simplemost. Checkout Simplemost for additional stories. | 2022-12-13T15:21:09+00:00 | wkbw.com | https://www.wkbw.com/kenny-chesney-releases-song-honor-his-late-dog |
Golden Knights vs. Panthers Stanley Cup Final Game 5: Odds, total, moneyline and other Vegas lines
The Florida Panthers go on the road to play the Vegas Golden Knights for Game 5 of the Stanley Cup Final on Tuesday, June 13, starting at 8:00 PM ET on TNT, truTV, CBC, SportsNet, and TVAS. The Golden Knights have a 3-1 advantage in the series. The Panthers are underdogs (+165) in this decisive matchup against the Golden Knights (-200).
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- When: Tuesday, June 13, 2023 at 8:00 PM ET
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- Where: T-Mobile Arena in Paradise, Nevada
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- The Golden Knights have been victorious in 15 of their 20 games when they were favored on the moneyline this season (75.0%).
- The Panthers have secured an upset victory in 11, or 64.7%, of the 17 games they have played as an underdog this season.
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--Focus on renal disease and mRNA platform portfolios--
--Build out commercialization capabilities in preparation for the potential approval and launch of Nefecon and Xerava in China in 2023--
--Leverage both in-house discovery and strategic business development to establish industry leadership and global footprint--
SHANGHAI, Jan. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Everest Medicines (HKEX 1952.HK, "Everest"), a biopharmaceutical company focused on the development, manufacturing and commercialization of innovative medicines and vaccines, today announced its strategic plans for the next two years and beyond as the Company progresses to becoming a fully-integrated biopharmaceutical company with expertise and capabilities across the full biotechnology value chain, including proven self-discovery and in-licensing, clinical development, and established manufacturing and commercialization . The Company's renal disease and mRNA platform portfolios, both of which comprise multiple promising early- and late-stage therapeutic candidates, will be Everest's core areas of focus.
"Everest had impressive growth over the past five years, evolving from its successful in-licensing model to developing strong capabilities in both self-discovery and business development, both of which we will continue to leverage as we transition into a fully integrated biopharma company and establish ourselves as an Asia-based industry leader with a global footprint," said Rogers Yongqing Luo, Chief Executive Officer of Everest Medicines. "In this next phase of corporate growth, we are focused on building commercialization capacities that will enable the successful launch of multiple late-stage assets over the next five years spearheaded by Nefecon."
The potential approval and launch of Nefecon, the Company's lead renal portfolio product candidate, is expected in China in the second half of 2023. China has the world's highest prevalence of primary glomerular disease and IgA nephropathy is the most common glomerular disease with around 5 million patients in the country.
In parallel, the Company aims to initiate clinical trials and file an Emergency Use Authorization application in 2023 in China for its lead mRNA candidate, EVER-COVID19-M1, a bivalent COVID-19 booster. In just under 16 months since its partnership with Providence Therapeutics Holdings Inc., Everest has completed industrial-scale technology transfer, advanced its clinically-validated mRNA platform, and successfully carried out trial production runs at its commercial-scale manufacturing facility in Jiashan, China. In addition to its COVID-19 program, Everest will continue to harness the full potential of its mRNA technology platform to drive development of preventive and therapeutic vaccines against various infectious diseases and cancers.
In addition to the Company's focus on renal diseases and mRNA platform, it is also pursuing several product candidates in the pipeline with best-in-class potential, including Xerava which is also expected to receive NDA approval in 2023, and etrasimod for the treatment of ulcerative colitis.
About Everest Medicines
Everest Medicines is a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing, manufacturing and commercializing transformative pharmaceutical products and vaccines that address critical unmet medical needs for patients in Asian markets. The management team of Everest Medicines has deep expertise and an extensive track record from both leading global pharmaceutical companies and local Chinese pharmaceutical companies in high-quality discovery, clinical development, regulatory affairs, CMC, business development and operations. Everest Medicines has built a portfolio of potentially global first-in-class or best-in-class molecules, many of which are in late-stage clinical development. The Company's therapeutic areas of interest include cardio-renal diseases, autoimmune disorders, and infectious diseases. For more information, please visit its website at www.everestmedicines.com.
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JUNEAU, Alaska (AP) — Bill Allen, a central figure in a corruption scandal that rocked Alaska politics, has died. He was 85.
Allen's death was reported by Alaska media, citing a brief death announcement on the website for a Colorado funeral home, which said Allen died on June 29. A person who answered the phone there on Wednesday declined to provide more details.
Allen was CEO of the oil services company VECO Corp., which did contracting work for oil producers. He also was a former publisher of the now-defunct Anchorage Times newspaper. In 2009, he was sentenced to three years in prison and fined $750,000 on charges including bribery related to efforts to win support for legislation favored by the company. He served a shorter period.
Sentencing for Allen and a former VECO vice president was delayed more than two years as they cooperated with federal prosecutors in cases against elected officials.
Allen at sentencing said he thought he could do good in pushing tax legislation that was favorable to oil companies.
The FBI approached him in 2006 with plans to prosecute. Agents showed him a videotape of him interacting with a legislator in a Juneau hotel room.
“I could tell I was half drunk and I didn’t like what I looked at,” he said. He said he decided to quit drinking and to cooperate with investigators.
“I went over the line,” he said.
Allen resigned as VECO chairman after his plea agreement. The company also was sold.
Allen also was a star witness in the government's case against U.S. Sen. Ted Stevens, a one-time friend.
Stevens was charged with failing to report gifts, including renovations by Allen’s company to Stevens’ home in Girdwood. A jury verdict against Stevens was set aside and the indictment dismissed amid charges of prosecutorial conduct. But by then, he had lost a 2008 bid for reelection. Stevens died in 2010. | 2022-07-06T21:17:53+00:00 | sfgate.com | https://www.sfgate.com/news/article/Bill-Allen-key-figure-in-Alaska-corruption-17288272.php |
Which high-end queen sheet sets are best?
While your pillow and mattress keep your head, shoulders, hips and spine well-aligned for restorative sleep, comfortable, soft queen sheets can help regulate your body temperature and pamper your skin throughout the night.
The California Design Den 400 Thread Count 100% Cotton Queen Sheet Set is a first-class, high-end queen sheet set made with thick, soft cotton.
What to know before you buy a high-end queen sheet set
Weave
The two most common weaves for cotton sheets are sateen and percale.
- Percale: In a percale weave, the cotton fabric has the same number of threads going horizontally, known as the weft, as it does running vertically, known as the warp. Cotton percale sheets are an excellent option if you usually sleep hot since the fabric has a cool, crisp feel.
- Sateen: A sateen weave has more threads running vertically than horizontally, which creates a lightweight, silky fabric with a sheen. A sateen weave is a great option if you like extremely soft sheets, but they’re not as durable as percale sheets.
Fabrics
Most people like to buy cotton sheets since they offer durability, breathability and comfort. However, there are several other fabrics to choose from with their own benefits, including silk, modal, bamboo, microfiber, cotton/poly, jersey knit and flannel.
Silk sheets are luxurious and delicate, but they also tend to be high-maintenance and expensive. Modal sheets are durable, don’t pill and become softer every time you machine-wash and dry them. Bamboo sheets are hypoallergenic, naturally antimicrobial, breathable, comfortable and soft.
Search for a set of warm and cozy cotton flannel sheets if you usually get cold at night. Lightly brushed cotton flannel fabric has a slight nap, which helps hold in body heat and feels great against your skin.
When you’re purchasing flannel, it’s the flannel weight rather than the thread count that matters. Flannel weight is measured in ounces per square yard. Buy cotton flannel sheets with at least a 5-ounce weight, but higher is better and warmer. By contrast, regular cotton sheets typically only weigh about 3 ounces per square yard.
Washing
Wash your sheets at least weekly, if not more often, since you need to remove the sweat, body oils, dead skin cells and allergens. Pretreat possible stains and protect your sheets by folding them in half one way, then in half the other way, to decrease the risk of fabric wear.
What to look for in a quality high-end queen sheet set
Size
The fitted queen sheet should measure 80 by 60 inches. Measure the depth of your mattress before purchasing the sheet set. The top queen sheet should measure about 102 by 90 inches to give you some fabric to tuck in. Queen pillowcases should measure 30 by 20 inches, while standard pillowcases measure about 26 by 20 inches.
Colors and patterns
High-end queen sheet sets come in diverse patterns and colors, including black sheets, neutrals, brights and pastels.
Thread count
A thread count of 200 to 400 works best if you want a cool, light fabric, and a count of 400 to 600 works well if you want heavy, warm sheets.
How much you can expect to spend on a high-end queen sheet set
Queen sheet sets tend to cost about $20-$70 based on the set’s manufacturer, fabric and size. These sheets cost slightly more than twin sheet sets and less than king sheet sets.
High-end queen sheet set FAQ
What are your options if you want eco-friendly sheets?
A. Pure organic cotton is one of the best kinds of comfortable, eco-friendly sheets. There are advantages to long-staple cotton sheets, but organic cotton is created without any synthetic fertilizers or pesticides, and it’s either dyed with organic dye or left natural.
Bamboo is another stellar green choice for eco-friendly sheets. Bamboo is chemically processed into rayon, but the bamboo plant grows quickly and needs much less fertilizer and water than cotton.
What are the softest queen sheets?
A. Silk sheets are the softest, but they might also be more expensive than you can afford, or you might just not want to bother with the delicate care needs of silk sheets. Sateen-weave Egyptian or Pima cotton sheets are the next softest, but microfiber sheets are also incredibly soft. Buy a microfiber sheet set if you’re on a budget, and choose the Pima or Egyptian cotton if you like to pamper yourself.
What are the best high-end queen sheet sets to buy?
Top high-end queen sheet set
California Design Den 400-thread Count 100% Cotton Queen Sheet Set
What you need to know: This high-quality, all-cotton sheet set resists wrinkles and is an excellent option all around.
What you’ll love: This product provides comfort and quality, doesn’t wrinkle easily and washes well. Customers love the thickness of these cotton sheets.
What you should consider: These sheets are stiffer than some competitors, and there are issues with pilling after multiple washes.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Top high-end queen sheet set for the money
Nestl Bedding Luxury Microfiber Queen Sheet Set
What you need to know: This option by Nestl is a marvelous choice if you want a hypoallergenic, soft sheet set.
What you’ll love: These queen-size sheets wash well with little to no pilling. They’re acclaimed for their attractive color, hypoallergenic design, softness and coolness.
What you should consider: The quality of this set could be better, and the material is too thin.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Worth checking out
SouthShore Fine Living 21-inch Extra-deep Pocket Sheet Set
What you need to know: This soft queen sheet set comes in 18 colors to match the decor of your guest room or bedroom.
What you’ll love: This set resists color fading, wrinkles and shrinkage and accommodates mattresses up to 21 inches tall. The sheets are composed of a double-brushed, machine-washable microfiber.
What you should consider: The microfiber material in this sheet set is not very breathable, which is an issue for some.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
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Police: Deaf man dies after being punched in the head; attacker arrested
PORTLAND, Ore. (KPTV/Gray News) - Oregon authorities say a man with a long criminal past has been arrested after a person he punched died.
KPTV reports that 35-year-old Aaron Reed-Jones punched a hearing-impaired man on March 17 when the two were at a Portland-area deli.
Portland police said they were called to the store regarding a man, later identified as 62-year-old Curtis Davies, suffering life-threatening injuries.
According to authorities, security footage from the store showed Reed-Jones walk up to the counter to buy a box of cigarettes. Davies then approached the counter and tried to communicate with him.
According to court documents, Davies tapped Reed-Jones on the shoulder with the suspect responding, “Don’t touch me.” The 62-year-old then tapped the man again and that’s when Reed-Jones punched Davies three times in the head.
Authorities said Davies fell to the ground on his back after the third punch.
An officer reported that Reed-Jones could be seen walking out of the store saying, “Don’t touch me again, [expletive].”
Detectives said Davies was rushed to the hospital and underwent two surgeries on his brain to relieve swelling but ultimately died on March 23.
A medical examiner stated Davies’ cause of death was subdural hematoma due to blunt force trauma and with his death ruled a homicide.
Authorities said multiple people were able to help them identify Reed-Jones as the suspect in the surveillance video. He was taken into custody on Tuesday.
Reed-Jones told police that he remembered getting into it with an older man that day who kept touching him while he was trying to buy cigarettes. He admitted to punching him once in the chin, court documents stated.
The 35-year-old is facing charges that include first-degree manslaughter, negligent homicide and second-degree assault.
Portland police said Reed-Jones has a long criminal past and was also involved in a recent shooting where several bullets were fired at a vehicle.
He was booked into jail and is currently being held without bond.
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NEW YORK, July 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- SMX (Security Matters) plc (NASDAQ:SMX; SMXWW) announces that on July 20, 2023, it received a delinquency notification letter from the Listing Qualifications Staff of the Nasdaq Stock Market LLC due to the Company's non-compliance with Nasdaq Listing Rule 5550(a)(2), as the bid price of the Company's ordinary shares on the Nasdaq Global Market was below $1.00 for 30 consecutive business days, from June 6, 2023 to July 19, 2023.
The Company is addressing the delinquency and is preparing a plan to regain compliance within the 180 calendar day compliance period under Nasdaq rules. As previously announced, the Company has called an Extraordinary General Meeting of Shareholders to be held on Tuesday, August 1, 2023 at 10:00 a.m., Eastern time (subject to adjournment), for all holders of record as of the July 5, 2023 record date (the "Meeting"). At the Meeting, the Company is seeking shareholder approval to consolidate every 22 ordinary shares of the Company in the authorized but unissued and in the authorized and issued share capital of the Company into one ordinary share with a nominal value of US$0.0001 per share (the "Reverse Split"). The Company expects to regain compliance with the Minimum Bid Price Requirement as a result of the Reverse Split; however, the Company can give no assurance that it will obtain requisite shareholder approval at the Meeting to effect the Reverse Split.
Please refer to the Company's Report on Form 6-K filed with the Securities and Commission on July 21, 2023 for further information.
About SMX
As global businesses face new and complex challenges relating to carbon neutrality and meeting new governmental and regional regulations and standards, SMX is able to offer players along the value chain access to its marking, tracking, measuring and digital platform technology to transition more successfully to a low-carbon economy.
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The information in this press release includes "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, statements regarding expectations, hopes, beliefs, intentions, or strategies regarding the future. In addition, any statements that refer to projections, forecasts or other characterizations of future events or circumstances, including any underlying assumptions, are forward-looking statements. The words "anticipate," "believe," "contemplate," "continue," "could," "estimate," "expect," "forecast," "intends," "may," "will," "might," "plan," "possible," "potential," "predict," "project," "should," "would" and similar expressions may identify forward-looking statements, but the absence of these words does not mean that a statement is not forward-looking. Forward-looking statements in this press release may include, for example, the Company's ability to regain compliance with applicable Nasdaq standards or comply with the continued listing standards of Nasdaq even if the Company regains compliance. These forward-looking statements are based on information available as of the date of this press release, and current expectations, forecasts and assumptions, and involve a number of judgments, risks and uncertainties. Accordingly, forward-looking statements should not be relied upon as representing views as of any subsequent date, and no obligation is undertaken to update forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances after the date they were made, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as may be required under applicable securities laws. As a result of a number of known and unknown risks and uncertainties, actual results or performance may be materially different from those expressed or implied by these forward-looking statements. Some factors that could cause actual results to differ include: the ability to maintain the listing of the Company's shares on Nasdaq; changes in applicable laws or regulations; the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on SMX's business; the ability to implement business plans, forecasts, and other expectations, and identify and realize additional opportunities; the risk of downturns and the possibility of rapid change in the highly competitive industry in which SMX operates; the risk that SMX and its current and future collaborators are unable to successfully develop and commercialize SMX's products or services, or experience significant delays in doing so; the risk that the Company may never achieve or sustain profitability; the risk that the Company will need to raise additional capital to execute its business plan, which may not be available on acceptable terms or at all; the risk that the Company experiences difficulties in managing its growth and expanding operations; the risk that third-party suppliers and manufacturers are not able to fully and timely meet their obligations; the risk that SMX is unable to secure or protect its intellectual property; the possibility that SMX may be adversely affected by other economic, business, and/or competitive factors; and other risks and uncertainties described in SMX's filings from time to time with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
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BEIJING, Dec. 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- With the world paying close attention to China-Arab relations as the two sides further promote their friendship this week, a latest poll showed that over 70 percent of more than 5,000 respondents in China and Arab countries agree with "closer China-Arab" relations in the future, while China is also chosen by most Arabs as their "friend" among major powers in the world.
This poll, which was jointly conducted by the Global Times Research Center and School of Arabic Studies of Beijing Foreign Language Studies University, was based on membership database sampling. It processed 5,100 valid questionnaires from respondents aged from 18 to 70 years old in cities across China and six Arab states - Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, Egypt, Jordan and Algeria from November 8 to 25.
The questionnaires are made up of three parts – how much Chinese and Arabs know about each other; how Arabs see China-Arab relations, and how Chinese people think about bilateral relations. It included detailed questions on respondents' attitudes toward China-Arab relations, their understanding of relations with other countries and also on the channels for the peoples to know each other and how they value future cooperation.
The poll was released against the backdrop of the China-Arab States Summit which will be attended by Chinese President Xi Jinping on December 9. Observers hailed it as a watershed moment in China-Arab ties, and both China and Arab countries are eager to take bilateral relations to new heights.
The questionnaires sent to Arab and Chinese respondents began with questions on how well they know each other. Over 70 percent of Chinese and Arab respondents believe they have some knowledge of each other, while more Arab respondents believe they are very familiar or relatively familiar with China. The poll shows that 42.8 percent of the respondents in Arab states have had contact with China, including paying visits to China or having Chinese friends.
According to the poll, Arabs are very interested in participating in bilateral educational cooperation programs. 79.1 percent of Arab respondents are interested in studying in China or participating in language and other programs provided by Confucius Institutes. According to analysts, there has been a growing trend in several Arab states of studying Chinese, and Chinese movies and TV shows are becoming popular in the region.
Nearly 60 percent of Arab respondents agree on China's role as a builder in Arab regions, with people from Qatar and Egypt giving the highest approval rating, while more than 60 percent of Chinese respondents see Arab states as supporting and benefiting from the Belt and Road Initiative.
More than 71 percent of Arab respondents expect deeper relations with China in the future, with 43 percent anticipating expanded collaboration and 28.2 percent believing Arab countries need China's help and cooperation in regional and global issues. The poll also finds that 44.5 percent of Arab respondents anticipate economic collaboration with China.
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MALANG, Indonesia (AP) — Panic and a chaotic run for exits after police fired tear gas at an Indonesian soccer match to drive away fans upset with their team’s loss left at least 125 dead, most of whom were trampled upon or suffocated, making it one of the deadliest sports events in the world.
Attention immediately focused on the police use of tear gas, and witnesses described police beat them with sticks and shields before shooting canisters directly into the crowds.
The president of FIFA called the deaths at the stadium “a dark day for all involved in football and a tragedy beyond comprehension,” while President Joko Widodo ordered an investigation of security procedures. While FIFA has no control over domestic games, it has advised against the use of tear gas at soccer stadiums.
Violence broke out after the game ended Saturday evening with host Arema FC of East Java’s Malang city losing to Persebaya of Surabaya 3-2.
Disappointed with their team’s loss, thousands of supporters of Arema, known as “Aremania,” reacted by throwing bottles and other objects at players and soccer officials. Witnesses said fans flooded the Kanjuruhan Stadium pitch and demanded that Arema management explain why, after 23 years of undefeated home matches against Persebaya, this one ended in a loss.
The violence spread outside the stadium where at least five police vehicles were toppled and set ablaze. Riot police responded by firing tear gas, including toward the stadium’s stands, causing panic among the crowd.
“The stadium turned into a smoke-filled battleground when police fired tear gas,” said Rizky, who came with his cousin to watch the game.
“I felt hot and stinging in my eyes, I couldn’t see clearly while my head was dizzy and everything went dark … I passed out,” he said. When he woke up, he was already in the emergency room. He said his cousin died because of head injuries.
“We wanted to entertain ourselves by watching a football match, but we got disaster,” he said.
Another spectator, Ahmad Fatoni, said police had started beating the fans with sticks and shields, and they fought back.
“Officers fired tear gas directly at spectators in the stands, forcing us to run toward the exit,” he said. “Many victims fell because of shortness of breath and difficulty seeing due to tear gas and were trampled.”
He said he climbed the roof of the stands and only came down when the situation calmed down.
Others suffocated and were trampled as hundreds of people ran to the exit to avoid the tear gas. In the chaos, 34 died at the stadium, including two officers, and some reports include children among the casualties.
“We have already done a preventive action before finally firing the tear gas as (fans) began to attack the police, acting anarchically and burning vehicles,” East Java police chief Nico Afinta said in a news conference early Sunday.
More than 300 were rushed to hospitals but many died on the way and during a treatment, Afinta said.
National Police Chief Listyo Sigit Prabowo said the death toll had been revised to 125 from 174, after authorities found some of the victims were counted twice. More than 100 were receiving intensive treatment in eight hospitals, 11 of them in critical condition.
Indonesia’s soccer association, known as PSSI, suspended the premier soccer league Liga 1 indefinitely in light of the tragedy and banned Arema from hosting soccer matches for the remainder of the season.
Grieving relatives waited for information about their loved ones at Malang’s Saiful Anwar General Hospital. Others tried to identify the bodies laid at a morgue while medical workers put identification tag on the bodies of the victims.
“I deeply regret this tragedy and I hope this is the last soccer tragedy in this country, don’t let another human tragedy like this happen in the future,” Widodo said in a televised speech. “We must continue to maintain sportsmanship, humanity and a sense of brotherhood of the Indonesian nation.”
He ordered the sports minister, the national police chief and the PSSI chair to conduct a thorough evaluation of the country’s soccer and its security procedure.
Youth and Sports Minister Zainudin Amali expressed regrets that “this tragedy happened when we were preparing for soccer game activities, both national and international level.”
Indonesia is due to host the 2023 FIFA U-20 World Cup from May 20 to June 11, with 24 participating teams. As the host, the country automatically qualifies for the cup.
“Unfortunately, this incident has certainly injured our soccer image,” Amali said.
In a statement, FIFA President Gianni Infantino expressed condolences on behalf of the global football community, saying “the football world is in a state of shock.” The statement did not mention the use of tear gas.
At the Vatican, Pope Francis said he was praying for “all those who have lost their live and were injured in the clashes that erupted after a soccer game in Malang, Indonesia.”
Ferli Hidayat, local police chief of Malang, said there were some 42,000 spectators at the game Saturday, all of whom were Arema supporters because the organizer had banned Persebaya fans from entering the stadium in an effort to avoid brawls.
The restriction was imposed after clashes between supporters of the two rival teams in East Java’s Blitar stadium in February 2020 caused 250 million rupiah ($18,000) in damage. Brawls were reported outside the stadium during and after the semifinals of the East Java Governor’s Cup, which ended with Persebaya beating Arema 4-2.
Rights groups responded to the tragedy by blaming the use of tear gas in the stadium by police.
Citing FIFA’s stadium safety guidelines against the use of “crowd control gas” by pitch side stewards or police, Amnesty International called on Indonesian authorities to conduct a swift, thorough and independent investigation into the use of tear gas at Kanjuruhan stadium.
“Those who are found to have committed violations are tried in open court and do not merely receive internal or administrative sanctions,” said Usman Hamid, executive director of Amnesty International Indonesia.
He said tear gas should only be used to disperse crowds when widespread violence has occurred and when other methods have failed. People must be warned that tear gas will be used and allowed to disperse. “No one should lose their lives at a football match,” Hamid said.
Despite Indonesia’s lack of international accolades in the sport, hooliganism is rife in the soccer-obsessed country where fanaticism often ends in violence, as in the 2018 death of a Persija Jakarta supporter who was killed by a mob of hardcore fans of rival club Persib Bandung in 2018.
Saturday’s game is already among the world’s worst crowd disasters, including the 1996 World Cup qualifier between Guatemala and Costa Rica in Guatemala City where over 80 died and over 100 more were injured. In April 2001, more than 40 people are crushed to death during a soccer match at Ellis Park in Johannesburg, South Africa.
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Karmini reported from Jakarta, Indonesia. Associated Press journalists Edna Tarigan and Andi Jatmiko in Jakarta contributed to this report. | 2022-10-02T13:53:07+00:00 | fox59.com | https://fox59.com/news/national-world/ap-international/ap-127-soccer-fans-police-killed-at-indonesias-soccer-match/ |
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The Gullah Geechee people of the Sea Islands of South Carolina and Georgia have a history that spans centuries — to a time well before the establishment of a United States of America. They came over as enslaved members of West African tribes and eventually set up residence in the Lowcountry. Because of their physical separation from the rest of the South and an almost instinctual commitment to preserving their roots, their culture lives on, and indeed thrives, in people like Meggett.
Meggett has lived in the Gullah community for her entire life, and counts 50 grandchildren and great-grandchildren among her heirs. For the first time, her recipes are now documented in a book that’s part history and part living culture.
One of the grains West Africans brought to the Americas was rice, and along with it, they brought their know-how for cultivating it. Rice thrived in the Lowcountry thanks to their skills and remains today a staple of their cuisine.
“Red rice is a beautiful, earthy one-pot rice dish that borrows from the traditions of my African ancestors. Sometimes called Charleston red rice, red rice really owes a great debt to the enslaved Africans who brought their knowledge of rice and vegetable farming to the United States,” Meggett writes.
It may be a cousin of jambalaya and jollof, but red rice is its own dish. “Here on Edisto, Wednesdays and Fridays were seafood days. We had shrimp or fish with red rice, so it was something to look forward to. Back in the day, you didn’t use tomato paste and sauce, you used the tomatoes you’d planted in your garden. The tomato paste works just as good, though and Gullah Geechee red rice is one of the best dishes you can enjoy,” Meggett explains.
She notes that cooking red rice takes more skill than your average pot of rice. Tomatoes contain different levels of moisture, and if the ratio of liquid to rice is off, “it will come out like mush. If you have too much rice, you can add water, but the texture will be uneven. Early in the cooking, you want to use your spoon to feel the weight of the rice, and make sure it's cooking evenly.”
The finished rice should glisten red, each grain slicked with a touch of pork fat, but not be clumpy. Still, Meggett is encouraging: “Don't let this dish intimidate you — with well-seasoned vegetables, slices of sausage, and perfectly cooked rice, you've just about got yourself a meal. Oh, and when you put some fatback in there? Now you're talking.”
Red Rice
- This won’t be traditional red rice without the pork >> but you can omit it if you want.
- Want to skip the onion? >> Use more celery or bell pepper in its place.
- I haven’t tried this with brown rice >> but if you want to, consider letting the brown rice soak in water for a few hours before cooking, to help speed the cooking process along.
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Ingredients
- 3 thick slices bacon or about 3 ounces salt pork, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
- 1 medium yellow onion (8 ounces), diced
- 1 bell pepper (any color), diced
- 2 stalks celery, chopped (about 1/2 cup)
- 8 ounces smoked pork sausage, sliced into 1/4-inch thick rounds or chopped into bite-size pieces
- 6 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 1/2 cups water
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 3/4 teaspoon Nature's Seasons, sazón, powdered adobo or other similar salted seasoning blend, plus more to taste
- 1 cup (about 6 ounces) long grain white rice, unrinsed
Step 1
In a large pot over medium heat, fry the bacon or salt pork, stirring occasionally, until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes. Add the onion, bell pepper and celery, and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender, 5 to 7 minutes. Stir in the sausage, and cook until lightly browned, stirring as needed, about 5 minutes. Stir in the tomato paste, letting it coat all of the vegetables and meat, and then add the water. Increase the heat to high and bring to a boil.
Step 2
Stir in the crushed red pepper flakes and Nature’s Seasons or other spice mix. Taste, and adjust the seasoning, if needed. Add the rice and cook, stirring frequently to keep the rice from sticking, until most of the liquid has been absorbed and the rice is just about done, about 10 minutes. Adjust the heat if necessary to maintain a high and steady simmer, and don’t forget to scrape the bottom when you stir. Decrease the heat to the lowest possible setting, cover the pot and steam, fluffing occasionally with a wooden spatula or fork, for an additional 25 to 30 minutes, or until the rice has absorbed all the liquid, and is light, tender and fluffy. Remove from the heat and serve family-style.
Nutrition Information
Per serving (2 cups), based on 4
Calories: 481; Total Fat: 26 g; Saturated Fat: 9 g; Cholesterol: 49 mg; Sodium: 732 mg; Carbohydrates: 46 g; Dietary Fiber: 4 g; Sugars: 6 g; Protein: 15 g.
This analysis is an estimate based on available ingredients and this preparation. It should not substitute for a dietitian’s or nutritionist’s advice.
Adapted from “Gullah Geechee Home Cooking: Recipes from the Matriarch of Edisto Island” by Emily Meggett (Abrams, 2022).
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Tuesday: Leek and Lentil Gratin
Wednesday: Vegetarian Frito Pie | 2022-04-21T12:41:41+00:00 | washingtonpost.com | https://www.washingtonpost.com/food/2022/04/21/charleston-red-rice-recipe-gullah-geechee/ |
WASHINGTON — When former President Donald Trump returned briefly recently to his office at Trump Tower in New York, he was joined by his son Eric Trump and the top executive of a Saudi Arabian real estate company to sign a deal that creates new conflict-of-interest questions for his just-launched presidential campaign.
The deal is with a Saudi real estate company that intends to build a Trump-branded hotel, villas and a golf course as part of a $4 billion real estate project in Oman. The agreement continues a practice that had been popular for the Trump family business until Trump was elected president — selling branding rights to an overseas project in exchange for a generous licensing fee.
But what makes this project unusual — and is sure to intensify the questions over this newest transaction — is that by teaming up with the Saudi company, Trump is also becoming part of a project backed by the government of Oman itself.
The deal leaves Trump, as a former president hoping to win the White House again, effectively with a foreign government partner that has complex relations with the United States, including its role in trying to end the war in Yemen and other important foreign policy agenda items for Washington.
The deal Trump signed was with Dar Al Arkan, the Saudi-based real estate company that is leading the project in collaboration with the government of Oman, which owns the land. It is the second deal signed recently between Trump and his family that has direct financial ties to a Middle East government.
The Trump Organization also hosted the Saudi-government-backed LIV Golf tournaments at family-owned golf clubs in New Jersey and Florida. The Saudi government’s $620 billion Public Investment Fund has financed the LIV Golf effort, which then paid venues like Trump National Doral in Miami and Trump National Golf Club Bedminster in New Jersey to host two of its tournaments this year.
The Trump administration, including Jared Kushner, Trump’s son-in-law, had close ties with Saudi Arabia during Trump’s tenure in the White House. Kushner has also received financial support from the Saudi government, a $2 billion investment in his newly formed private equity firm, Affinity Partners.
Before being elected president, Trump and his family had signed deals to license the Trump name in locations including Indonesia, Turkey, the Philippines, Dubai, India, Panama and Canada, and it owns golf resorts in Scotland and Ireland. One planned skyscraper deal in Dubai, announced in 2005, involved Nakheel, a Dubai-government-controlled real estate company. But that project was eventually abandoned.
Eight months before Trump entered the presidential race in 2015, the family company announced plans to license its name for a 33-story hotel in Baku, Azerbaijan, and the partner there was the son of a government minister. That project was also ultimately abandoned.
Elsewhere, the Trump Organization’s foreign deals generally did not directly involve a financial role by a foreign government, or at least any public acknowledgment of direct foreign government financing or a major land contribution, according to an examination of the transactions by The New York Times.
During Trump’s time in the White House, Trump International Hotel in Washington was frequently a destination for foreign government officials, including delegations in town for planned meetings with Trump. The governments of Malaysia, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, the United Arab Emirates, Turkey and China each spent money at the hotel, according to documents that his former accounting firm turned over to Congress. The hotel received more than $3.75 million from foreign governments from 2017 to 2020, the House investigators estimated.
The Trump Organization has asserted that it paid all profits from these hotel stays to the Treasury Department through annual voluntary payments.
But this new deal — in which the Trump Organization benefits from land or financial capital provided by foreign governments — only elevates the potential for a conflict of interest to emerge, as Trump continues his dual roles as a White House candidate and business executive, ethics lawyers said.
“This is yet another example of Trump getting a personal financial benefit in exchange for past or future political power,” said Kathleen Clark, a law professor at Washington University in St. Louis. “The Saudis and Oman government may believe that giving Trump this licensing deal will benefit them in the future, should Trump become president again. This deal could be a way to ensure that they will be in Trump’s good graces.”
The Aida project in Oman is slated to be built 20 minutes outside the capital city of Muscat, on a series of hills overlooking the Arabian Sea on land controlled by the Omani Company for Development and Tourism, an Oman-government-owned tourism agency. It will include 3,500 luxury villas, two hotels with a total of 450 rooms and a golf course, as well as various restaurants and stores.
The project is part of what the government there is calling Oman Vision 2040 to try to diversify the small nation’s economy by building new hotels and golf courses and other tourist attractions. Officials in Oman did not respond Sunday to a request for comment on the project, nor did representatives for Dar Al Arkan, which is one of Saudi Arabia’s largest real estate companies.
Relations between the United States and Oman were not nearly as warm during Trump’s tenure as they were with Saudi Arabia. Oman declined to sign the agreement, called the Abraham Accords, that normalized relations between other Middle East nations and Israel.
Executives at Riyadh-based Dar Al Arkan sent out a news release last week confirming the deal with Trump Organization for the new project in Oman, while also distributing photos of Donald and Eric Trump at Trump Tower in New York with executives from Dar Al Arkan.
It is one of the first times since Trump was elected president that he has publicized his role in a new family real estate deal. The Trump family stopped signing new international deals after Trump was elected. The real estate deal with the Saudi partner in Oman is the first since he left the White House.
Ziad El Chaar, CEO of Dar Al Arkan Global, who attended the deal-signing event, used to work at Damac Properties, the Trump family’s partner in Dubai, where the family has licensed its name to what is known as Trump International Golf Club Dubai and Trump Estates at DAMAC Hills, a gated community adjacent to the fairways.
“We are confident the relationship with Trump will further enhance the beauty of Aida and attract investors from around the world looking to be part of an exceptional project,” El Chaar said in the statement released on Sunday.
Eric Trump, in a statement, said that the family company did not believe the new deal represented a conflict, and since the time his father was in office, it has worked to avoid any such conflicts. “We are excited to expand our golf and hotel portfolio in this incredible location,” he said Sunday. “It is going to be an exceptional project.”
Steven Cheung, a spokesperson for Donald Trump’s campaign, responded to questions about the Oman deal, or whether the former president will be more involved with his business now, with a statement attacking the Biden administration.
The Oman deal was announced just as Trump was kicking off his third campaign for the White House, and while the Trump family, and Trump himself, are the target of a collection of civil and criminal investigations, including tax fraud charges against the Trump Organization and its long-serving chief financial officer, Allen Weisselberg.
If the company is convicted, it will face fines and potential blowback from lenders and business partners that might shy away from doing business with a felon; a conviction could also present new political challenges for Trump. But the maximum possible fine in the tax fraud case is only $1.62 million, a small amount for the company. In his most recent financial disclosure report, filed in early 2021 as Trump left the White House, Trump reported assets worth at least $1.3 billion. | 2022-11-27T15:20:00+00:00 | seattletimes.com | https://www.seattletimes.com/business/trump-familys-newest-partners-middle-eastern-governments/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=Referral&utm_campaign=RSS_business |
Posted: Mar 10, 2023 / 04:04 PM CST Updated: Mar 10, 2023 / 04:04 PM CST SHARE NEW YORK (AP)St. John’s fires men’s basketball coach Mike Anderson after four seasons and a 68-56 record. | 2023-03-11T19:57:00+00:00 | siouxlandproud.com | https://www.siouxlandproud.com/sports/ncaa-basketball/st-johns-fires-mens-basketball-coach-mike-anderson-after-four-seasons-and-a-68-56-record/ |
SAN FRANCISCO – The president of Stanford University said Wednesday he would resign, citing an independent review that cleared him of research misconduct but found “serious flaws” in five scientific papers on subjects such as brain development in which he was the principal author.
Marc Tessier-Lavigne said in a statement to students and staff that he would step down Aug. 31.
The resignation comes after the board of trustees launched a review in December following allegations he engaged in fraud and other unethical conduct related to research and papers that are in some cases two decades old (1999, 2001, 2001)
Tessier-Lavigne, a neuroscientist, says he “never submitted a scientific paper without firmly believing that the data were correct and accurately presented.” But he says he should have been more diligent in seeking corrections regarding his work and he should have operated laboratories with tighter controls.
Panelists found multiple instances of manipulated data in the 12 papers they investigated, but concluded he was not responsible for the misconduct. Still, they found that each of the five papers in which he was principal author “has serious flaws in the presentation of research data” and in at least four of them, there was apparent manipulation of data by others.
Tessier-Lavigne said he was aware of issues with four of the five papers but acknowledged taking “insufficient” steps to deal with the issues. He said he’ll retract three of the papers and correct two.
The papers were published before Tessier-Lavigne became Stanford president.
Misconduct allegations about the work were first aired on PubPeer, a website where members of the scientific community can discuss research papers, the report stated. Questions resurfaced after The Stanford Daily, the university's student-run newspaper, published several stories about the integrity of reports published by his laboratories.
The aggressive reporting merited investigations editor and then-college freshman Theo Baker a special George Polk journalism award. Baker told The Associated Press Wednesday that the retractions and corrections would not have occurred otherwise.
“The fact that we’re able to contribute to the scientific record being corrected for five widely cited papers is important,” he said.
The panel cleared Tessier-Lavigne of the most serious allegations, that a 2009 paper published in the scientific journal Nature was the subject of a fraud investigation and that fraud was found. There was no investigation and no fraud discovered, the panel ruled. The paper proposed a model of neurodegeneration, which could have great potential for Alzheimer’s disease research and therapy, the panel wrote in its report.
But the panel also concluded the paper had multiple problems, including a lack of rigor in its development and that the research that went into the paper and its presentation contained “various errors and shortcomings.” The panel did not find evidence that Tessier-Lavigne was aware of the lack of rigor.
“People tend to think of scientists as these individuals that they’ve heard of like Einstein and Marie Curie,” said H. Holden Thorp, editor-in-chief of the Science family of journals. “The truth is that researchers run laboratories filled with people, and everything that happens in that laboratory is a product of many individuals there.”
While the report cleared Tessier-Lavigne of research misconduct, Thorp said ultimately the boss is responsible for what happens in the lab – and shouldn’t be distracted by doing other jobs. He pointed to the report’s finding that lab culture played a role.
Tessier-Lavigne says he’s stepping down because he expects continued debate about his ability to lead the university. He will remain on faculty as a biology professor. He also said he will continue his research into brain development and neurodegeneration.
The board named Richard Saller, a classics professor, as interim president starting Sept. 1, said board chair Jerry Yang.
In a statement, Yang said Tessier-Lavigne was key to creating the university’s first new school in 70 years, the Stanford Doerr School of Sustainability, and in 2019, he unveiled a strategic long-range plan that will continue to guide the university’s growth.
Tessier-Lavigne has been president for nearly seven years.
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Associated Press reporter Lauran Neergaard contributed to this report from Washington. | 2023-07-20T02:34:34+00:00 | local10.com | https://www.local10.com/news/national/2023/07/19/stanford-university-president-announces-resignation-over-concerns-about-his-research/ |
WOOD,
Catherine LaVerne
Age 83, of Monroe, MI, passed away January 16, 2023. Born September 30, 1939, in Florence, KY, to Aquilla Mathias Simms and Marie (Brunswick) Simms. Attended St. Henry's H.S. in Florence, KY. She married Merrell J. Young, Florence, KY 1959, and then in 1985 she married Michael R. Wood, Sarasota, FL.
LaVerne retired from U.S. Airways. She loved to spend her time with those she loved.
Survived by her Children Leslie Young, Christopher Young, his wife Christina, Karen Montgomery; Stepchildren Brad Wood, Tammy Hutton and her husband Scott Hutton; Grandchildren Steven Young, Sean Young, Brittany Fowler, Hannah Montgomery, Eli Montgomery, Joseph Young, Jonathon Young, Autumn Hutton-Labruzza, Tiffany Hutton, Scott Hutton Jr., Jared Hutton, Abigail Eckman; Great-Grandchildren Caleb, Nicolas and Chloe Young, Xaiver, Lawrence and Isabella Young, Gavin and Gracelyn Fowler, Owen, Noah and Olivia Young, Scott Hutton III, Finnegan Labruzza; Numerous Nieces and Nephews; Siblings Richard, Paul and David Simms, Ellen Coyle
Preceded in death by her Son Harold Young; Husband Mike Wood; Brothers Ralph and Jack Simms; Sister Anna Mae Suarez.
Our mother, stepmother, grandmother and friend, was a person to be reckoned with! She was so strong willed, a two-time breast cancer survivor and a fierce fighter. She was genuine and down to earth. LaVerne did not beat around the bush, and she took no B.S. After finally going through several illnesses and finally, a pulmonary embolism, she passed away peacefully knowing she was loved and that she would be dearly missed.
A small memorial service will be held at Woodland Cemetery and Arboretum, 118 Woodland Ave., Dayton, OH 45409, in the Mausoleum near the main gate on Friday, January 27, 2023, at 3:00 PM. There will be an informal gathering after at Marion's Pizza, 711 Shroyer Rd., Dayton, OH 45419.
In lieu of flowers a donation to the American Cancer Society can be made. | 2023-01-22T07:26:24+00:00 | springfieldnewssun.com | https://www.springfieldnewssun.com/obituaries/wood-catherine/JXC2NH7HRRA5LMQ4H7RC2HQTEQ/ |
- All 12 Margarita Flavors Available at Taco Cabana San Antonio Locations Starting
July 20, 2022 and Across Texas Starting August 3, 2022 -
- Taco Cabana Launches New Happy Hour, Welcomes the Return of the TC Salsa Bar and Extends Location Hours Across San Antonio Starting Week of July 18, 2022 -
SAN ANTONIO, July 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Following three wildly successful launches of Taco Cabana's popular MargaritaPalooza over the last two years, Taco Cabana announced today its plans to establish its Texas locations as "Margarita Headquarters," featuring 12 permanent margarita offerings on the TC menu. Available flavors will include beloved frozen classics like Lime, Strawberry, Mango, Strawberry Mango and Mangonada, in addition to returning favorites like Blue Curacao, Watermelon, Dragonfruit, Blood Orange, Green Apple and new exciting flavors including Coconut and Pineapple. Each will be available for $3 all day, every day.
"Margaritapalooza was a game changer for Taco Cabana," said Ulyses Camacho, Chief Operating Officer at Taco Cabana. "There was so much fun and excitement for both guests and team members when we previously executed it across the TC system. We pride ourselves on listening to what our guests want, and they have consistently asked us for on-going, everyday margarita innovation and variety, not just during certain times of the year. We are now thrilled to establish ourselves as the 'Margarita Headquarters' with so many margarita flavors for our guests to choose from each and every day."
In addition to the 12 margarita flavors, a rotating thirteenth flavor will also be seasonally available for $4. Previous seasonal margarita offerings have included flavors like Pickle, Pumpkin Spice and Cherry among others. New or returning seasonal margaritas will be announced on an ongoing basis. Margarita Headquarters launches in San Antonio on Wednesday, July 20, 2022 and across all other Texas TC markets on Wednesday, August 3, 2022.
In addition to launching "Margarita Headquarters," Taco Cabana will offer a summertime happy hour from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Sunday through Thursday for dine-in and drive-thru guests starting July 20, 2022 at all San Antonio locations.
Happy hour items will include:
- $2 Lime or Strawberry Margaritas
- $2 domestic beer
- Half-price bean & cheese nachos
- $1.50 bean & cheese chalupa
- $1 bean & cheese taco
Effective today, Taco Cabana is also extending its drive-thru hours of operation at all restaurants across San Antonio. Below are the new hours of operation for all San Antonio location drive-thrus:
- Open Sunday through Thursday from 6:00 a.m. to 12:00 a.m.
- Open Friday and Saturday from 6:00 a.m. to 2:00 a.m.
- Dining rooms will continue to close at 10 p.m.
Lastly, Taco Cabana will welcome the return of its beloved salsa bar in all restaurants in San Antonio on Wednesday, July 20, 2022. The salsa bars will include Roja, Fuego, Salsa Ranch, Taco Cabana's new salsa Verde, Pico de Gallo and pickled jalapeños.
"Not only are we bringing margarita variety to our TC fans, we're also bringing tremendous value to our newly created summertime happy hour, launching first in San Antonio with plans to extend across Texas very soon," continues Camacho. "Our guests are experiencing challenging times right now with high costs in many categories of their daily lives, and we want TC to be a solution when they consider what and where to eat. We also know that many of our guests want to enjoy TC late-night as well. By extending our late-night hours, first in San Antonio, we will be able to serve delicious variety - food and alcohol - to a greater number of guests looking to solve that late-night craving."
All new menu items can be ordered in-restaurant, via online ordering for front counter and curbside pick-up, in the drive-thru or by mobile order when using the MY TC!® App or TacoCabana.com. For more information on Taco Cabana's menu items, visit TacoCabana.com.
About Taco Cabana:
Taco Cabana, a subsidiary of YTC Enterprises, LLC, was founded in 1978. The brand specializes in Tex-Mex-inspired food including enchiladas, fajitas, quesadillas, flautas, burritos, tacos, freshly-made flour tortillas and a selection of made-from-scratch salsas and sauces. Restaurants feature open-display cooking, a selection of bottled beer and signature tequila margaritas, patio dining, drive-thru windows, curbside pick-up and delivery. As of July 18, 2022, Taco Cabana operates 142 company-owned restaurants in Texas. For more info, visit www.tacocabana.com.
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UPDATE: Driver Crashes into Front Entrance of Mills Church
It's been a rough week for the Mills Plaza.
Yesterday someone drove into the front entrance of Fort Ministry, a church located in the Mills Plaza next to Family Dollar.
Officer Buckhholz with the Mills Police Department said nobody was hurt. It was a mere "whoopsie" while trying to park. They went to hit the brakes, but instead hit the gas.
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The day before (Tuesday) the Mills Police Department said a dump truck had a misshap where the back end lifted up and ripped one of the power lines. Nobody was hurt, but the power line came crashing down and knocked the dump truck on its side.
K2Radio News has reached out to Fort Ministry and will update with more information when and if that becomes available.
Casper Poll Sites Show Democracy in Action
If there was one word to describe the voting process in Casper on Tuesday, it would be 'Steady.' | 2022-11-10T17:19:56+00:00 | k2radio.com | https://k2radio.com/driver-crashes-into-front-entrance-of-mills-church/ |
71-year-old dies in Death Valley as temperatures soared past 121 degrees
DEATH VALLEY, Calif. (Gray News) – A 71-year-old man died in Death Valley National Park on Tuesday as temperatures skyrocketed to 121 degrees at the time of his death.
Park officials suspect heat was a factor in his death, although the Inyo County Coroner’s Office has not determined an official cause yet.
Park officials said the temperature at nearby Furnace Creek was 121 degrees, but the temperatures inside Golden Canyon where the man was found were “likely much higher” due to the canyon walls radiating the sun’s heat.
The man, who has not been identified, was found collapsed outside the restroom at Golden Canyon. He was wearing a sun hat and hiking clothes and was carrying a backpack. Officials found his car in the parking lot of the popular hiking trail.
According to a news release, other hikers discovered the man and called 911.
A medical helicopter was unable to respond due to the excessively high temperatures. Park rangers responded and performed CPR and used an AED, but they were unable to save the man.
The National Park Service is reminding people to visit Death Valley safely in the summer by walking short distances from their vehicles or hiking in the park’s cooler mountains.
The 71-year-old man’s death is the second heat-related death in Death Valley this summer. A 65-year-old man died on July 3.
Copyright 2023 Gray Media Group, Inc. All rights reserved. | 2023-07-20T16:39:17+00:00 | kalb.com | https://www.kalb.com/2023/07/20/71-year-old-dies-death-valley-temperatures-soared-past-121-degrees/ |
CT New York NY Zone Forecast for Monday, December 26, 2022
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The in-person and streaming event features customer experience and AI experts ready to inspire customer support leaders to transform their strategies.
SAN FRANCISCO, Aug. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Forethought, the human-centered AI platform, today announced the agenda for its upcoming virtual Forward conference taking place on Sept. 8, 2022. The event, curated for customer support leaders, will be available virtually in addition to an in-person component in San Francisco.
Forward is the premier customer experience event for businesses eager to redefine customer experience with scalable yet human-centered support solutions. With more than 20 experts leading and speaking, three inspiring tracks, and a celebrity fireside chat, audiences don't want to miss this exciting event.
The conference begins with a welcome and opening keynote from Forethought CEO Deon Nicholas and guest Brandon Savage, VP of Customer Experience at Upwork. The opening keynote, celebrity fireside, and closing keynote will be live and in person. The remaining session content will be streamed to virtual attendees. Participants can choose from three tracks: Lead (for executives), Connect (for customer experience professionals) and Create (Forethought product-focused track).
Forethought developed Forward for customer support industry stakeholders and will deliver best practices, learnings, AI advancements, and more.
The event features notable industry thought leaders, including Dan Gingiss, "The Experience Maker®"; Myra Golden, a customer experience designer and training partner to Fortune 500 companies; Chris Manning, renowned NLP luminary and Professor of Computer Science and Linguistics at Stanford University; and Sabina Pons, a top-100 customer success strategist. The event will also include a fireside chat with a surprise celebrity guest, the details of which will be announced next week.
"These experts bring rich experience, innovation, and excitement to the customer support and success conversation. Attendees will appreciate their commentary and will certainly walk away with new ideas about how to be more customer-centric and what tools businesses need to do this well consistently," Ryan Van Wagoner, Forethought's Head of Marketing, said of the lineup.
The event is poised to be anything but a typical virtual conference, with a DJ and interactive components. Whether participants are onsite or online, they'll be able to learn, network, and have fun.
"Forward brings together the top minds in customer experience who will share their perspectives on transforming the entire customer support journey," Nicholas said. "It's a full day of inspiring ideas. We're excited to see how attendees can implement these now to help overcome the challenges that organizations face in connecting with and engaging customers."
The complete agenda and registration for Forward are available at forward.forethought.ai.
ABOUT FORETHOUGHT
Launched in 2018, Forethought is a leading AI company providing customer service solutions that transform the customer experience. Forethought's products enable seamless customer experiences by infusing human-centered AI at each stage of the customer support journey: resolving common cases instantly, predicting and prioritizing tickets, and assisting agents with relevant knowledge — all from one platform.
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AUSTIN, Texas (AP) _ The winning numbers in Thursday evening's drawing of the Texas Lottery's "Daily 4 Evening" game were:
3-3-2-8, FIREBALL: 5
(three, three, two, eight; FIREBALL: five)
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) _ The winning numbers in Thursday evening's drawing of the Texas Lottery's "Daily 4 Evening" game were:
3-3-2-8, FIREBALL: 5
(three, three, two, eight; FIREBALL: five) | 2022-11-18T00:34:19+00:00 | expressnews.com | https://www.expressnews.com/lottery/article/Winning-numbers-drawn-in-Daily-4-Evening-game-17593549.php |
CLIFTON, N.J., May 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Have you ever thought about what it takes for clean drinking water to flow from your faucet? Drinking Water Week recognizes the hardworking people performing various roles to ensure tap water is "There When You Need It." Drinking Water Week is May 1-7 this year.
Passaic Valley Water Commission (PVWC) and partners throughout North America are observing Drinking Water Week by recognizing the vital role tap water plays in daily life, the infrastructure that is required to carry it to and from homes and businesses, and the important work of water professionals "behind the scenes."
Whether it's a customer service representative assisting a customer with questions, a lab technician ensuring the safety and quality of drinking water or a member of a pipe crew replacing lead line services in our community, PVWC water professionals work around the clock to ensure clean drinking water is there when you need it.
"I am proud to be associated with the work performed by our water professionals," said Passaic Valley Water Commission's Executive Director, Jim Mueller. "These professionals continuously perform important work to ensure that our customers receive clean drinking water because clean water is essential to life."
To commemorate the week, water utilities, water organizations, government entities, environmental advocates, schools and others throughout North America and beyond are encouraging people to learn more about the importance of water services and water infrastructure.
About Drinking Water Week
For several decades, American Water Works Association and PVWC have celebrated Drinking Water Week, a unique opportunity to recognize the vital role water plays in daily lives because, clean water is essential to life. Free materials for download and additional information about Drinking Water Week are available at www.pvwc.com/dww2022
Visit www.PVWC.com or follow us on Facebook (@thePVWC), Instagram (@passaic_valley_water) and/or Twitter (@PVWC).
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The Apple Valley candidate for the Minnesota Senate who left a Democratic-Farmer-Labor Party endorsement convention early because she was in labor will continue her campaign to the August primary.
Erin Maye Quade, a former state representative and candidate for lieutenant governor, announced Monday she would continue to seek the DFL nomination after party members endorsed her opponent Justin Emmerich.
Maye Quade lost the endorsement after leaving the convention early to give birth. Video of a campaign speech she gave while in labor and having contractions grabbed national attention on social media.
For many, it represented the extraordinary challenges and sacrifices women face in politics.
Maye Quade went into labor hours before the April 23 convention began and gave birth to daughter Harriet Blake Maye Quade on April 24, according to her wife Alyse Maye Quade’s social media posts.
Emmerich and District 56 DFL Party chair Nancy Stroessner both said they agreed to whatever accommodations she requested. But Maye Quade’s campaign manager, Mitchell Walstad, said they didn’t feel comfortable requesting the endorsement process be suspended or rescheduled.
Walstad questioned whether a candidate experiencing another type of medical emergency, such as a heart attack or stroke, would have received the same treatment.
Maye Quade trailed Emmerich after early voting and suggested the candidates both continue to the primary. Emmerich said she left for the hospital before he could respond to the request.
Emmerich eventually won the party endorsement with 71 percent of the vote. The remaining 29 percent voted not to endorse a candidate.
They are competing for a state Senate seat currently held by Greg Clausen, DFL-Apple Valley, who is retiring. The winner of the primary will likely face Republican Jim Bean.
Party endorsements are a pivotal step in choosing candidates for the fall ballot, but contested primaries are not uncommon.
In a statement, Maye Quade said she decided to continue her campaign because of a number of factors, including the recent leak of a draft U.S. Supreme Court opinion that would upend federal protections for abortion.
“I don’t make this decision lightly. I have received countless messages from our community encouraging me to continue my campaign because they believe in my experience and leadership,” her statement said. | 2022-05-17T05:17:36+00:00 | twincities.com | https://www.twincities.com/2022/05/16/mn-state-senate-candidate-who-left-convention-in-labor-will-run-in-august-primary/ |
Mara Liasson is a national political correspondent for NPR. Her reports can be heard regularly on NPR's award-winning newsmagazine programs Morning Edition and All Things Considered. Liasson provides extensive coverage of politics and policy from Washington, DC — focusing on the White House and Congress — and also reports on political trends beyond the Beltway. | 2022-12-15T22:06:41+00:00 | wyomingpublicmedia.org | https://www.wyomingpublicmedia.org/2022-12-15/how-2022-has-gone-for-president-biden |
COLUMBUS, Ohio — Joe Mixon said he was out to show everyone he was “still that dude.”
After rushing for more than 1,200 yards in the run-up to the Super Bowl last year, Mixon was averaging 3.4 yards per carry this seaosn, had only three plays of more than 15 yards and scored just three touchdowns.
Then last week against the Carolina Panthers, Mixon went “crazy,” as teammate Tyler Boyd said, biting off chunks of yards and scoring touchdowns early as the Bengals raced to a 35-0 halftime lead. Mixon averaged 7 yards per carry in rushing for 153 with four touchdowns. He added another 58 receiving yards and a TD catch.
“I knew at some point the dam would break,” Mixon said. “I tried to come out here and prove to myself that I’m still that dude.”
His four rushing TDs were the most by an NFL player in a single game this season and his five total TDs were a Bengals single-game franchise record. The performance earned him AFC offensive player of the week honors.
“The best I’ve ever seen — that was it, right there,” Boyd said. “But I expect that out of Joe. I know he always has those games each year where he goes crazy, but this is the craziest one yet that I’ve seen.”
The 26-year-old Mixon delivered it at a critical time for the Bengals. Playing without injured star receiver Ja’Marr Chase, Cincinnati was embarrassed the previous Monday night at Cleveland 32-13 and slipped to 4-4, with the Carolina game standing between it and a much-needed week off.
Mixon’s performance and the 42-21 rout was a monumental shot for the Bengals' morale. Their 5-4 record is identical to last year’s at the nine-game mark. But they were 0-3 against AFC North foes in the first half and open the second half at Pittsburgh (2-6) on Nov. 20. Cincinnati will be trying to avenge a 23-20 overtime loss to the Steelers in Week 1.
“It’s different when Joe Burrow is having a day like that, but when Mixon is running the ball, it kind of creates the dominance of our team on all three phases,” said safety Jessie Bates III, who had one of Cincinnati’s two interceptions of Carolina’s P.J. Walker. “Joe (Mixon) was definitely running with a different type of pop. Like I said, it got going, not just through the offense, but through our defense and special teams, as well.”
That also peeled some of the pressure off Burrow, who passed for 206 yards and the TD to Mixon.
“If we run the ball like we did, it’s tough to stop us,” Burrow said. “We’re getting healthy again; we’ll get some key guys back after the bye and continue to get guys back after that. That’s going to be big for us, to get everyone healthy and ready to go.”
If Cincinnati can continue to get Mixon loose, defenses will have to adjust, which should give Burrow some more room to find his receivers.
“The way that we were balanced, I feel like it’s going to pay huge dividends down the road because we ran the ball effectively, and also we threw the ball,” Mixon said. “When Chase comes back ... we start opening the offense even more, because the run game is going, and the pass is on.
“I feel like it’s only going to get crazier.”
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AP NFL: https://apnews.com/hub/NFL and https://twitter.com/AP_NFL | 2022-11-10T19:29:29+00:00 | washingtonpost.com | https://www.washingtonpost.com/sports/nfl/mixons-big-day-before-bye-energizes-bengals-for-second-half/2022/11/10/e829c3fc-6128-11ed-a131-e900e4a6336b_story.html |
BRYAN, Texas — Two men who were allegedly involved in the murder of a 19-year-old man in late November were arrested, according to Bryan Police.
21-year-old Armando Martin Mejia and 23-year-old Preston Jamal Thurmon went into custody on Friday in connection the homicide of David Lopez, who was killed on the evening of Nov. 30.
Authorities say shortly after 10 p.m. that night, Bryan Police Department dispatchers received a call stating that individuals entered into a house and that a man, who would later be identified as the deceased Lopez, was on the floor.
One witness told police another person in the house was woken up after hearing yelling from Lopez's room. The witness said they heard someone say "Where is the money?" and later led to an exchange of gunfire, the police report said.
The witness later found Lopez dead, according to Bryan PD's investigation report.
During investigation, police began to piece together the identities of the men. Authorities also received a Crime Stoppers tip on Dec. 5 that identified Mejia as one of the suspects involved, according to reports.
Later that same month, authorities were able to identify a silver Hyundai, which eventually led to the arrests of Mejia and Thurmon.
When interviewed by police, Thurmon allegedly admitted that he and Mejia went to Lopez's home to rob him because Lopez "had weed and money," and was promised a portion of the money.
Mejia and Thurmon are being held Brazos County jail on $800,000 and $802,806 bonds respectively. | 2023-01-14T00:22:37+00:00 | kagstv.com | https://www.kagstv.com/article/news/crime/armando-mejia-preston-thurmon-arrest-jan-13-2023/499-49a5fd6f-8ffa-4e24-9314-0364c11db37f |
BRUSSELS (AP) — Hundreds of tractors driven by angry farmers protesting a plan to cut nitrate levels were headed to Brussels on Friday, with major traffic disruption expected across Belgium’s capital city.
The BB farmers union and several others were combining efforts and were expecting more than 2,000 tractors. Police warned that disruptions could last until the end of the day and recommended people use public transportation instead of personal cars.
The Flemish regional government is struggling to find a deal to cut nitrate pollution over farmers’ objections that it would put many out of business.
Farmers also claim that their trade has to make much deeper cuts than industry and want to see a more equitable spread. Negotiations have lingered for weeks and weakened the regional government of northern Belgium to breaking point.
The debate over agricultural pollution is increasingly turning into a political issue in many of the EU’s farming nations. It is to be a focal point of Dutch elections in two weeks’ time and is also affecting Belgium, another EU nation where intensive farming has put environmentalists against the agricultural lobby. | 2023-03-03T11:47:13+00:00 | siouxlandproud.com | https://www.siouxlandproud.com/news/international/ap-massive-farmers-protest-expected-to-disrupt-brussels-traffic/ |
Taylor Fritz 2023 Wimbledon Odds
Taylor Fritz meets Yannick Hanfmann to begin play in Wimbledon (in the round of 128). In his previous tournament (Viking International Eastbourne), he was knocked out by Mackenzie McDonald in the round of 16. Fritz's monyeline odds to win it all at AELTC Wimbledon Qualifying and Community Sports Ground are +5000.
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Fritz at 2023 Wimbledon
- Next Round: Round of 128
- Tournament Dates: June 25 - July 16
- Venue: AELTC Wimbledon Qualifying and Community Sports Ground
- Court Surface: Grass
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Fritz's Next Match
Fritz will meet Hanfmann in the round of 128 of Wimbledon on Monday, July 3 at 6:00 AM ET.
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Taylor Fritz Grand Slam Odds
- US Open odds to win: +3300
- Wimbledon odds to win: +5000
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Fritz Stats
- In his last match, Fritz was defeated 6-7, 6-7 versus McDonald in the Round of 16 of Viking International Eastbourne.
- In 24 tournaments over the past 12 months, Fritz has gone 46-23 and has won a pair of titles.
- In four tournaments on grass over the past 12 months, Fritz has gone 4-4.
- Fritz, over the past 12 months, has played 69 matches across all court types, and 26.0 games per match.
- Fritz, over the past year, has played eight matches on grass, and 28.3 games per match.
- Fritz, over the past year, has won 83.4% of his service games and 25.3% of his return games.
- Fritz has been victorious in 83.3% of his service games on grass over the past 12 months and 24.1% of his return games.
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‘Tragic outcomes’: Mentally ill face fatal risk with police
By ANDREW SELSKY and LEAH WILLINGHAM
Associated Press
SALEM, Ore. (AP) — People experiencing mental health crises have been being killed by police in America. But how many is unknown. Federal law requires the Department of Justice to collect and publish data on that. But the law doesn’t require police departments to tell the DOJ how many people their officers killed, and many aren’t doing so. The National Alliance on Mental Illness says the killings highlight a larger systemic problem in helping people who are struggling with their mental health or are in crisis. Two killings, in Oregon and West Virginia, show how system failures had tragic results. | 2022-09-01T23:04:43+00:00 | keyt.com | https://keyt.com/news/2022/09/01/tragic-outcomes-mentally-ill-face-fatal-risk-with-police-2/ |
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Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) opened his morning remarks on the floor Thursday by expressing his concern over Queen Elizabeth II’s medical condition and praising her as a “historic friend of the United States.”
The GOP leader said “our thoughts and our prayers” are with the queen as she battles illness.
McConnell said he and many Americans are closely following reports about the British queen’s health as members of the royal family have rushed to her side. The queen is the longest-reigning British monarch in the country’s history.
“The Senate and the American people are watching the news regarding our friends in the United Kingdom and the health of their beloved Queen Elizabeth,” McConnell said.
McConnell praised the 96-year-old queen, who was coronated in 1953, as “an exemplar of steady leadership and a beloved figure around the world.”
“She’s been a historic friend of the United States,” he added. “The decades of her reign have seen a profound deepening of the special relationship between our two countries that has literally changed the world.”
Prince Harry and his wife Meghan, the Duchess of Sussex, have also arrived in Britain from the United States. The two stepped back from their royal duties in 2020.
The queen’s appearance sparked concern earlier this week when she met with new British Prime Minister Liz Truss at Balmoral Castle in Scotland. Photographs of the meeting revealed purplish blue markings on the back of the queen’s hand.
Updated at 11:54 a.m. | 2022-09-08T21:44:05+00:00 | krqe.com | https://www.krqe.com/hill-politics/mcconnell-our-thoughts-and-our-prayers-are-with-queen-elizabeth-ii/ |
Highly decorated Marine officer nominated to be next commandant
By LOLITA C. BALDOR
Associated Press
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden has nominated a highly decorated Marine officer who’s been involved in the transformation of the force to be the next commandant of the Marine Corps. Gen. Eric Smith is now the assistant commandant and his nomination had been widely expected, The current top Marine is Gen. David Berger, and he’s wrapping up his four-year term. Smith is a career infantry officer who’s commanded at every level and served multiple tours in Afghanistan and Iraq. He worked on a sweeping campaign to transform the Marine Corps to better be able to fight amphibious wars in the Pacific after years of battling terrorist groups in the Middle East. | 2023-05-31T15:41:52+00:00 | localnews8.com | https://localnews8.com/news/2023/05/31/highly-decorated-marine-officer-nominated-to-be-next-commandant/ |
JAZMIN: IN CENTRAL FLORIDA, WE TALK ABOUT ROCKETS AND LAUNCHES ALL THE TIME. BUT WE’RE CREATING OUR OWN THIS MORNING WITH OUR FRIENDS AT THE ORLANDO SCIENCE CENTER. HERE’S WESH 2’S ALEX ALECCI WITH THIS WEEK’S EPISODE OF "THE SCIENCE OF IT." ALEX: HELLO AND WELCOME TO ANOTHER EDITION OF "THE SCIENCE OF IT." I MET THE ORLANDO SCIENCE CENTER WITH YOU. >> THE COOL THING ABOUT ROCKETS IS THEY COME IN ALL SIZES AND VARIETIES. WE ARE NOT SENDING A ROCKET TO THE MOON OR MARS. WE WILL LEAVE THAT TO NASA AND SPACEX, BUT WE WILL USING SOME OF THE ROCKETS TODAY. ALEX: ICY PAPER. >> WE WILL BE MAKING PAPER ROCKETS. WHEN YOU ARE LAUNCHING A ROCKET, YOU NEED A FORCE OFF THE BOTTOM. THIS RUNS ON NEWTON’S LAWS. THE LAW WE ARE WORKING WITH TODAY SAYS FOR EVERY ACTION, THERE IS AN EQUAL AND OPPOSITE REACTION. IF WE APPLY FORCE TO THE BOTTOM, IT WILL SHOOT IN THE AIR. TODAY, WE WILL BE USING A CHEMICAL REACTION WITH ALKA-SELTZER AND AIR PRESSURE. THESE ARE SOME OF MY FAVORITES AND REALLY COOL. WE ARE GOING TO MAKE SOMETHING LIKE THIS ON A MUCH SMALLER SCALE THAT WILL FIT AROUND THIS. CHOOSE A COLOR. ALEX: WHAT ARE THESE? >> GOOD POINT. THESE ARE FILM CANISTERS. BACK IN THE ANCIENT DAYS, WE USE TO USE THESE WEIRD THINGS CALLED CAMERAS THAT WOULD HAVE TO PRODUCE FILM ON STRIPS. NOWADAYS, WE HAVE CELLPHONES. THEY ARE COOL. THEY CAN HOLD ONTO THE FILM ROLES. WE ARE USING THEM AS A CONTAINER TO LAUNCH THE ROCKETS. YOU CAN USE ANYTHING LIKE THIS. AS LONG AS A HAS A POP TOP, IT WILL BE GOOD TO GO. LET’S MAKE SOME ROCKETS. YOU CAN CHOOSE WHATEVER COLOR YOU WOULD LIKE. GO FOR IT. ALL RIGHT. GOT THAT ONE READY TO GO. WE ARE USING A CHEMICAL REACTION WITH ALKA-SELTZER TABLETS AND WATER. I AM GOING TO POUR IN WATER-BASED PAINT WITH THE TABLET. THE PRESSURE WILL BUILD UP INSIDE AND WILL BE TOO MUCH, POPPING THE TOP OFF AND LAUNCHING IT IN THE AIR. I WILL GIVE YOU ONE OF THOSE. I WILL TAKE ONE AS WELL ALEX: THIS IS SOMETHING YOU CAN TRY AT HOME? >> YOU CAN. JUST MAKE SURE THAT YOU WEAR EYE PROTECTION. YOU CAN USE THIS WATER-BASED PAINT TO MAKE SOME COOL ARTWORK. LET’S SEE IF WE CAN DO THAT. I AM GOING TO GRAB A PAINT. CHOOSE A COLOR. WE WANT TO PUT JUST A SQUIRT, NOT VERY MUCH, JUST ENOUGH TO COAT THE BOTTOM REALLY. ALEX: PERFECT. >> NAILED IT. MAKE SURE THE TOP FITS SNUG BEFORE YOU PUT THE ALKA-SELTZER IN. TOP THAT OFF. WE WANT TO PUT PROBABLY ONE THIRD OF A TABLET. WE DON’T WANT TO PUT THE WHOLE TABLET IN BECAUSE THAT WILL CREATE THE REACTION TOO QUICKLY. WE WANT TIME TO PUT IT DOWN BEFORE IT EXPLODES. THIS WILL HAPPEN REALLY QUICKLY. WE HAVE TO NAIL IT ON OUR FIRST TRY. POP THE TABLET IN, SQUEEZE THE TOP ON TIGHT. FLIP IT UPSIDE DOWN. THEN YOU’RE GOING TO PUT THE ROCKET DOWN AND WAIT FOR IT TO GO IN THE AIR. READY? HERE WE GO. OOP. [LAUGHTER] YOURS HAPPENED IMMEDIATELY. MINE WILL TAKE A MOMENT. I WILL WAIT FOR IT. I THINK IT IS GOING TO GO. THE FUN, ANXIOUS PART IS WAITING TO SEE IF IT WILL POP. RIGHT NOW, THE PRESSURE IS BUILDING UP. THE CHEMICAL REACTION IS CREATING PRESSURE INSIDE, SO IT IS PRESSURIZED. THERE WE GO! FANTASTIC! AS YOU CAN SEE, IT LAUNCHED INTO THE AIR. DEPENDING ON THE NOSE CONE AND FIN, IT WILL CHANGE TRAJECTORY. YOU CAN EXPERIMENT WITH THAT. IF YOU NEEDED TO GO FURTHER, YOU NEED A BIGGER FORCE. THANKFULLY, I HAVE SOME PREMADE SO WE DON’T HAVE TO MAKE THEM. THESE ARE STOP ROCKETS. THESE ARE STOMP ROCKETS. WE MADE IT WITH PVC PIPING. YOU HAVE THE ANGLE HERE. IT IS THE IDEAL ANGLE, 45 DEGREES. YOU CAN CHANGE THE ANGLE TO MAKE IT GO HIGHER OR LOWER AND NOT AS FAR. WE ARE PUTTING A TWO LEADER BOTTLE -- TWO-LITER BOTTLE ON THE END. WANT TO TRY IT? FANTASTIC. ALEX: THESE SHOULD BE GOING FURTHER. >> THE LITTLE ROCKETS WE HAD DID NOT PRODUCE MUCH FORCE. THIS WILL BE A LOT MORE. WE ARE GOING TO TRY TO FORCE IT ALL OUT AT THE SAME TIME INTO THE ROCKET. ALEX: ALL OF THE AIR IS GOING THROUGH THE TUBE AND INTO THE ROCKET. >> HOW FAR DO YOU THINK THEY WILL GO? ALEX COLOME AT LEAST THREE FEET. >> I THINK YOU ARE RIGHT. I AM HOPING IT WILL GO EVEN FURTHER. 3, 2, 1. ALEX: NICE. >> THAT IS 10 OR 15 FEET. ALEX: HIGH IS GOOD, JUMP AS MUCH AS YOU CAN. >> 3, 2, 1. WHOA! YAY! ALEX: MINE GOT HEIGHT BUT NOT SO MUCH DISTANCE. >> CAUGHT THE WIND A LITTLE BIT. ALEX: YOU CAN DO IT MORE THAN ONCE. >> THE BOTTLES ARE REUSABLE. THEY LOOKED CRUSHED BUT IF YOU BLOW INTO THEM, THEY WILL POP OUT. YOU CAN PROBABLY GET 10 OR 15 USES OUT OF THEM. THAT IS PRETTY MUCH IT. YOU CAN DO THIS AT HOME. I RECOMMEND IT. IT IS SUPER FUN. YOU CAN DO IT FOR HOURS AND LEARN SCIENCE. ALEX: THANK YOU SO MUCH. THANK YOU FOR JOINING US ON "THE SCIENCE OF IT." JAZMIN: I DON’T THINK I’M GOING TO BE ABLE TO UNHEAR "WHOA." IF YOU WANT SEE WHAT OTHER COOL STUFF HAPPENING AT THE ORLAN
Webb telescope sees once invisible structures inside spiral galaxies
Updated: 7:17 PM EST Feb 18, 2023
Astronomers have used the James Webb Space Telescope to peer inside the heart of spiral galaxies, where young stars carve out glowing paths.The space observatory can see the universe in infrared light, which is invisible to the human eye, making the telescope uniquely poised to look through the dust that obscures some galactic features when less powerful telescopes are used.Researchers participating in the PHANGS collaboration, or Physics at High Angular resolution in Nearby Galaxies, are using Webb’s infrared capabilities to study 19 spiral galaxies.So far, the telescope has observed five of them in detail, including galaxies M74, NGC 7496, IC 5332, NGC 1365 and NGC 1433.In visible light, the galaxies appeared dark and dim. But Webb’s Mid-Infrared Instrument was able to see the ways that stars and star clusters can shape galactic structures. The never-before-seen details captured in the Webb images show how these intricate networks within galaxies are influenced over time as stars form and evolve.“We are directly seeing how the energy from the formation of young stars affects the gas around them, and it’s just remarkable,” said Erik Rosolowsky, a PHANGS team member and an associate professor of physics at the University of Alberta in Canada, in a statementStars releasing energy created giant bubbles of gas and dust, or luminescent cavities, that gather around the spiral arms of the galaxies, and sometimes these bubble-like features overlap to form shells and a structure similar to a spiderweb.“The PHANGS team has spent years observing these galaxies at optical, radio, and ultraviolent wavelengths using NASA’s Hubble Space Telescope, the Atacama Large Millimeter/submillimeter Array, and the Very Large Telescope’s Multi Unit Spectroscopic Explorer,” said Adam Leroy, a PHANGS team member and professor of astronomy at Ohio State University, in a statement.“But, the earliest stages of a star’s lifecycle have remained out of view because the process is enshrouded within gas and dust clouds.”The observation program will continue to focus on different galaxies, conduct a census of star formation, and unlock more insights into the life cycle of stars and how these stellar objects influence the galaxies they call home.
Astronomers have used the James Webb Space Telescope to peer inside the heart of spiral galaxies, where young stars carve out glowing paths.
The space observatory can see the universe in infrared light, which is invisible to the human eye, making the telescope uniquely poised to look through the dust that obscures some galactic features when less powerful telescopes are used.
Researchers participating in the PHANGS collaboration, or Physics at High Angular resolution in Nearby Galaxies, are using Webb’s infrared capabilities to study 19 spiral galaxies.
So far, the telescope has observed five of them in detail, including galaxies M74, NGC 7496, IC 5332, NGC 1365 and NGC 1433.
In visible light, the galaxies appeared dark and dim. But Webb’s Mid-Infrared Instrument was able to see the ways that stars and star clusters can shape galactic structures. The never-before-seen details captured in the Webb images show how these intricate networks within galaxies are influenced over time as stars form and evolve.
“We are directly seeing how the energy from the formation of young stars affects the gas around them, and it’s just remarkable,” said Erik Rosolowsky, a PHANGS team member and an associate professor of physics at the University of Alberta in Canada, in a statement
Stars releasing energy created giant bubbles of gas and dust, or luminescent cavities, that gather around the spiral arms of the galaxies, and sometimes these bubble-like features overlap to form shells and a structure similar to a spiderweb.
“The PHANGS team has spent years observing these galaxies at optical, radio, and ultraviolent wavelengths using NASA’s Hubble Space Telescope, the Atacama Large Millimeter/submillimeter Array, and the Very Large Telescope’s Multi Unit Spectroscopic Explorer,” said Adam Leroy, a PHANGS team member and professor of astronomy at Ohio State University, in a statement.
“But, the earliest stages of a star’s lifecycle have remained out of view because the process is enshrouded within gas and dust clouds.”
The observation program will continue to focus on different galaxies, conduct a census of star formation, and unlock more insights into the life cycle of stars and how these stellar objects influence the galaxies they call home. | 2023-02-19T01:12:50+00:00 | wesh.com | https://www.wesh.com/article/webb-telescope-sees-once-invisible-structures-inside-spiral-galaxies/42970697 |
The aura of Cloris infuses annual theatre awards
8/3/2022Central Iowa continues to celebrate a special Oscar-winning actress who continued to maintain a strong relationship with her hometown, Des Moines. Cloris Leachman departed this mortal stage in January of 2021, joining a celestial band of fellow performers and luminaries. One special legacy she left behind was her support and endorsement of the region’s premier stage production awards: The Cloris Leachman Excellence in Theatre Arts Awards.
Since its inaugural celebration in 2015, The Clorises have bestowed recognition to participating theatre companies in the Greater Des Moines area for their work. A group of qualified judges attend the shows throughout each season (defined as qualifying productions happening between Aug. 1 through the following July 31), compiling their adjudications through a regimen of guidelines. These guidelines have been developed through collaboration with a group of representatives from each participating company.
As many as 11 theatre companies have participated each year, depending upon schedules and ambitions of some of the independent companies. Dozens of productions fill the season, giving fans of live theatre a bounty from which to select.
The initial two events were held in the Kum & Go Theatre of the now-defunct Des Moines Social Club. Response for this gathering of kindred spirits soared, and the event quickly outgrew that space. Hoyt Sherman Place Foundation invited the Cloris Awards committee to use its theater, while also serving as fiscal agent for underwriters. The show did go on.
Until 2020. When the pandemic hit the world, live theatre was one of countless cultural casualties. The 2020 Cloris Awards were suspended, as judging only half a season would not be fair. The 2021 event was held virtually, with many unique awards being given in recognition of innovative ways that companies that did produce shows did so in responsible ways to keep their audiences and production personnel safe. A cautious return to a new normalcy evolved during this current season, and plans for an innovative Cloris Awards were laid.
First time at new venue
An end-of-summer celebration seems only best when held outdoors, and the folks in West Des Moines have agreed to host this year’s Cloris Awards at the sublime setting of the Jamie Hurd Amphitheater on Sunday, Aug. 28 (with a rain date of Aug. 29). This will be an open invitation for a true “Sunday in the park with George” … and, anyone else who wants to drink in the enthusiasm of Central Iowa’s theatre scene. Expect recognition, performances and the chance to interact with many of our region’s performing arts creatives.
This season ramped up significantly in producing shows from the COVID-truncated 2019-2020 season. Eleven theater companies received special “DIY Cloris Awards,” as only 27 of the 45 Cloris-eligible shows were staged in 2019-2020. The participating unanimously agreed to stand in solidarity with those unable to produce and honor the efforts that were made through the “do-it-yourself” recognition of how each company kept the flames of future shows burning.
Due to COVID, the Cloris Awards were suspended for the 2021 event. The 2022 Cloris Awards will represent a bounty of season-filling productions, from world premieres to musicals to plays to children’s theatre. Seven companies presented 36 productions to tens of thousands of patrons from August 2021 through July 2022. These productions were delivered mostly by a cadre of dedicated volunteers: on stage, in production work, as ushers, and more. They engage in working on shows beyond their personal passions, but to share performance art with the community. The audiences they served should attend the Cloris Awards, as they contributed to the process. They will enjoy reliving some select scenes performed and appreciate the recognition bestowed upon stellar theatre arts from the past season.
This year’s representative companies include Ankeny Community Theatre, Carousel Theatre of Indianola, Des Moines Community Playhouse and Kate Goldman Children’s Theatre, Des Moines Young Artists’ Theatre, Iowa Stage Theatre Company, Tallgrass Theatre Company, Urbandale Community Theatre. The event is free, and the ClorisAwards.org website will gladly accept contributions, all of which are used to sustain this community-wide recognition project. ♦
John Busbee is a creative project developer, critic, playwright, author, producer and media professional. He has produced his weekly show, The Culture Buzz, on KFMG since 2007. | 2022-08-03T19:09:53+00:00 | dmcityview.com | https://www.dmcityview.com/center-stage/2022/08/03/the-aura-of-cloris-infuses-annual-theatre-awards/ |
Third year fellowship cohort includes program's first content creators alongside pitmasters, chefs and entrepreneurs, celebrating professionals across the barbecue industry
OAKLAND, Calif., May 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Kingsford announced the 2023 class of Preserve the Pit® fellows. The six barbecue professionals chosen from across the industry include pitmasters, caterers, restaurant owners and the program's first digital storytellers.
Each fellow will receive immersive training, the fuel and ingredients to celebrate their selection with a barbecue in their home communities, a grant to help support their business goals and one-on-one mentorship from our network of industry leaders and experts, as they invest in preserving the future of Black barbecue culture.
The new class, along with their mentor partners, will come together at this year's Memphis in May World Championship Barbecue Cooking Contest in Memphis, Tennessee, where they'll have the chance to share their stories in person, learn from each other's grilling expertise, and further connect over their love for barbecue.
"We are excited to announce our third class of fellows and to celebrate and share their stories with the barbecue community," said Cassandra Lewis, associate director of brand marketing at Kingsford. "The level of passion, pride and commitment to community displayed by these fellows embodies Preserve the Pit. We can't wait to kick off in Memphis and see what they're throwing on the grill."
Introducing the 2023 Class of Preserve the Pit Fellows:
- Ronald Payne – Memphis, Tenn.: Ron is a third generation pitmaster of the Memphis barbecue institution, Payne's Bar-B-Q. Since 1972, Payne's has been serving up their signature chopped pork sandwich and famous mustard sauce that attracts barbecue aficionados from across the world. Today, Ron works the pit alongside his mother, Flora Payne, and sister Candice Payne-Parker as they preserve 36 years of history first ignited by his father, mother, and grandmother.
- Caleb & Sabrina Henley – Pilot Point, Texas: Founders of Yearby's Barbecue & Waterice who specialize in Halal BBQ, Sabrina and Caleb introduced their hometown flavors of Philly and New Orleans to the folks in Dallas, becoming a local staple. Sabrina, originally from Philadelphia, preserves the city's waterice tradition while her husband and partner Caleb grills up delicious Texas-inspired barbecue. Together they've combined their knowledge, skills and love of food and barbecue to bring their consumers their interpretation of home.
- Darren W. Carter – Euclid, Ohio: Darren and his wife Theresa M. Carter are co-owners of Carter's BBQ. A barbecue enthusiast at heart, Darren handles all the smoking while attempting to honor and grow in the craft. Theresa, who comes from a long line of comfort food matriarchs, prepares all the side dishes and keeps the business running behind the scenes. Darren is also the founder of The Unknowns Black Pitmasters, a podcast and community, which highlights Black BBQ enthusiasts and pitmasters across America to honor the craft of barbecue past and present.
- Tay Nelson – Fountain Inn, S.C.: Tay Nelson is the owner of Bobby's BBQ. He mastered the art of smoking meat through video tutorials and mentorship from esteemed pitmasters. Passionate about Central Texas-style barbecue, Tay and his wife opened Bobby's BBQ in 2018. The menu boasts wood-smoked brisket, pulled pork, ribs, turkey, homemade sausage, and even jackfruit for vegans. Tay's proprietary blend of Bobby's All-Purpose Seasoning perfectly complements the meats and homemade sides and was inspired by his late father and brother, the restaurants namesakes, Bobby Sr. and Jr.
- Deah Berry Mitchell – Dallas: A fifth-generation Texan, historian, and food writer, Deah works diligently to preserve Black cultural heritage and amplify the voices of Black-owned restaurants in her city. Deah contributes to The New York Times and Fort Worth Report where her weekly column, The Dish with Deah, highlights some of the best barbecue businesses in Dallas and Fort Worth. Deah is currently producing a new series titled, "Soul of a City" that will highlight black owned restaurants across the nation while also completing her PhD. in History at the University of North Texas, where she is focusing on Black Texas Foodways Post-Emancipation and Juneteenth celebratory food traditions.
- Nate Figaro – Knightdale, N.C.: Nate is the owner of 8020 Creole BBQ & Rub, where he infuses the flavors of his Creole heritage into his signature line of Creole-inspired barbecue rubs and grilled meats. Nate also teaches online cooking classes and hosts pop up cooking events to share his tips, tricks and unique flavor with the community.
Kingsford opened applications for the third year of the Preserve the Pit® fellowship in February 2023, announcing Rasheed Philips as the newest member to join Kingsford and its mentor network including – Kevin Bludso, Dr. Howard Conyers, Amy Mills, Bryan Furman, Rashad Jones, Devita Davison and Pat Neely.
To learn more about Preserve the Pit®, visit PreserveThePit.com and follow along on Kingsford's Instagram to keep up with our Fellows and Mentors as they share family traditions, grilling hacks and pro tips to inspire your backyard grilling all season long. Visit www.kingsford.com to stay up to date on the latest company news and offerings.
About Kingsford
The Kingsford Products Company is a wholly owned subsidiary of The Clorox Company, headquartered in Oakland, Calif.
The Clorox Company (NYSE: CLX) champions people to be well and thrive every single day. Its trusted brands, which include Brita®, Burt's Bees®, Clorox®, Fresh Step®, Glad®, Hidden Valley®, Kingsford®, Liquid-Plumr®, Pine-Sol® and Rainbow Light®, can be found in about nine of 10 U.S. homes and internationally with brands such as Ajudin®, Clorinda®, Chux® and Poett®. Headquartered in Oakland, California, since 1913, Clorox was one of the first U.S. companies to integrate ESG into its business reporting, with commitments in three areas: Healthy Lives, Clean World and Thriving Communities. Visit thecloroxcompany.com to learn more.
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OKLAHOMA CITY, Aug. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- As children head back to school, many families lack the school supplies needed to start the school year off on the right track. The YMCA of Greater Oklahoma City teamed up with Oklahoma Complete Health to help hundreds of children of the Oak Grove community prepare for back-to-school. The event was hosted at the Oak Grove Y Clubhouse and featured Former NFL players Howard Richards, Kenny Blair, and Kenyatta Wright. The families lined up early while the children played and picked out their favorite color of backpack and school supplies.
Oklahoma Complete Health provided 300 children with school supplies including backpacks, folders, notebooks, pens, pencils, and crayons for the upcoming school year. The children and guests enjoyed a free dinner, athletic activities, and opportunities to meet the NFL players. Additionally, to support community involvement, all children were offered free enrollment in YMCA fall sports.
"Through the YMCA of Greater Oklahoma City's Y Clubhouse program, we offer spaces for youth in Oklahoma City Housing Authority communities to thrive and grow through free afterschool and summer programs," said Lacy Kendrick, Executive Director of Social Responsibility for the YMCA. "Y Clubhouse is grateful to partners like Oklahoma Complete Health that allow us to not only provide a safe environment during out-of-school time hours but set our youth up for success in the classroom."
"Alleviating the stress and expense of preparing a child for school is one way Oklahoma Complete Health is investing in our community," said Clay Franklin, CEO of Oklahoma Complete Health. "We are proud to partner with the YMCA to provide the needed supplies for these children to start the school year ready to learn."
The event is part of Oklahoma Complete Health's ongoing commitment to health equity. Research shows that adults with higher education attainment live healthier and longer lives. By donating school supplies, the YMCA and Oklahoma Complete Health can help level the playing field for children that lack school resources, allowing them to pursue their education uninhibited.
Oklahoma Complete Health is a Care Management Organization that serves the needs of Oklahomans through a range of health insurance solutions. Oklahoma Complete Health serves our communities by focusing on under-insured and uninsured individuals through its federal insurance marketplace plan (Ambetter) and its Medicare Advantage Plan (Wellcare). Oklahoma Complete Health is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Centene Corporation, a leading healthcare enterprise. For more information visit www.oklahomacompletehealth.com.
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CARMEL, Ind., Nov. 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The holiday season is a perfect time to reflect and help others in need. Wild Birds Unlimited (WBU), a specialty retail franchise with more than 350 locations across North America, is proud of its many franchisees who give back in their local community. In honor of GivingTuesday, franchisees are encouraging their customers to join them in support of local community organizations.
For more than 30 years, Kaye Cohn, owner of the Oklahoma City, OK WBU, has been involved with her community. Cohn has an ongoing partnership with Martin Park Nature Center. One of the projects they worked on together was a bird blind, a wooden fence with peek holes to look at the bird habitat on the other side. Cohn has donated a bird feeding station, bird feeders and food, along with other bird-feeding related products throughout the park.
"It has been such a pleasure to work with the folks at the Martin Park Nature Center," said Cohn. "The blind lets children and adults see the birds up close, while not disturbing their natural activity and interactions. It is such a joy to see the birds this close and view their behaviors. If you haven't visited the Nature Center, please do, it's so fun and relaxing to be out in nature."
Across the WBU system, franchisees have partnered with 1,300 local organizations and devoted 8,400 hours to service. Last year, as a group, WBU franchisees donated approximately $500,000 to local organizations. When factoring in their nine national strategic partnerships, donations are close to $750,000.
Participating in GivingTuesday is as simple as sharing gratitude for someone who has helped you in a time of need, volunteering your time or making a donation.
Wild Birds Unlimited is the original and largest franchise system of backyard bird feeding and nature specialty stores with more than 350 locations throughout the United States and Canada. Wild Birds Unlimited specializes in bringing people and nature together with bird feeding and nature products, expert advice and educational events. Listen to our podcast, Nature Centered, to learn more about feeding the birds and enjoying nature in your backyard. Episodes can be found here, https://www.wbu.com/podcast. Visit our website and shop online at www.wbu.com. To learn how you can open your own Wild Birds Unlimited, visit www.wbufranchise.com.
GivingTuesday, the global generosity movement, is a celebration of all types of generosity. GivingTuesday inspires people around the world to give gifts of time, skills, goods, advocacy, and more, showing that everyone has something to give and every act of generosity counts. What started in 2012 at New York's 92nd Street Y as a simple idea – a day that encouraged people to do good, has grown into a worldwide phenomenon inspiring millions of people to give back and reach out in kindness each year.
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Creating a deeper connection between the community - and those who are visually impaired.
That’s the purpose of a Santa Barbara County organization called Blind Fitness.
Brianna Petit links local volunteers with people who are visually impaired to help them be more active.
Whether it’s walking, running, or even surfing - she aims to boost physical and emotional health.
Petit says this population is already prone to isolation and depression - which got worse during the pandemic.
Through Blind Fitness, she hopes to break down barriers for the visually impaired and for them to feel more a part of the community.
“Getting outside, breathing fresh air - taking a walk. That’s personally how I got through a lot of those difficult times through the pandemic and I wanted to make sure that was available to people with vision loss,” said Brianna Petit, Blind Fitness Executive Director.
Daniel Broz is one of the athletes who is impacted by vision loss. He started as an athlete with Blind Fitness and eventually became one of the organization's brand ambassadors.
“This is a sense of community," said Broz. "This is a sense of people coming together to hey, I wanna learn how to guide. I want to learn how to run while visually impaired. I want to learn how to lead someone who is visually impaired - and that type of acceptance and inclusion brings us out of our shells.”
About 100 people, between volunteers and those with vision loss, are involved with Blind Fitness.
Saturday is White Cane Awareness Day - and Petit hopes to raise awareness surrounding vision loss and get more people involved with her organization.
Find out how you can help at www.blindfitness.com. | 2022-10-15T00:49:14+00:00 | ksby.com | https://www.ksby.com/news/local-news/helping-people-with-vision-loss-through-fitness |
Which goth eye makeup is best?
Whether you have a true passion for gothic industrial music or you just like to look a little mysterious sometimes, goth eye makeup can be a great way to express yourself. It looks awesome no matter the color or shape of your eyes or the color of your skin. Anyone can enjoy being as goth as they feel. It’s one of those subcultures that accepts you just as you are, and the best goth eye makeup is the Melt Cosmetics She’s In Parties Eye-Shadow Palette.
What to know before you buy goth eye makeup
How to be goth
Being goth is mainly about liking goth music. There are definitely certain styles associated with the subculture, but the truth is, there really are no rules. Black eyeliner and dark eye shadow are easy ways to do recognizable, goth-inspired eye makeup. You can also use lots of colors, if that’s what you like, and still call yourself goth. If you want especially gothy colors, purple and acid green will brighten up your eye looks but pair beautifully with black clothes and hair.
Staying power
If you like going to goth events, you’ll want to ensure your products stay on your face for the whole night, especially if you’re going to be dancing. Many goth-inspired looks involve several layers of makeup, so using both primers and good quality products will ensure you look fresh even by the time you go home. This is also applicable if you like to wear your goth makeup to work, too.
Brands
There are specific makeup brands that have a distinctly goth aesthetic, but you don’t have to be limited just to those. If you find products from a cute pink brand that fit the look you’re going for, go ahead and get them. All that matters is that you like how you look.
What to look for in quality goth eye makeup
Eyeliner
For especially elaborate eye makeup that gives off the perfect dark, witchy aesthetic of a classic goth look, eyeliner is a must. Look for products that are easy to apply and last as long as you need them to. Generally, eyeliners with a very thin tip and good product flow are going to be easier to apply.
Eye shadow
If you just want a simple goth look, you can easily buy a single shade of black eye shadow and call it a day. However, if you want to experiment and add dimension and uniqueness to your style, consider getting an eye-shadow palette with a range of shades. Ideally, there should be one black shade, but the rest can be a mix. If you’re a goth who primarily wears black, consider choosing a palette with some color as a fun contrast. A palette of deep purple shades, especially with some shimmery ones, will look fantastic. Consider also how these shades will go with your dark lipsticks.
Primer
To ensure your eyeliner and shadow stay put, eyelid primer is your best friend. Even the best eye makeup is likely to smudge or smear without it. You should consider investing in a good quality primer even if you’re on a budget because it can make more affordable makeup last longer.
How much you can expect to spend on goth eye makeup
The price of eye makeup depends on the brands and products you get, not that it’s “goth.” You can expect to spend anywhere from $1 for the cheapest drugstore eyeliner to $50 or more for a full-range color palette from a top brand.
Goth eye makeup FAQ
Can you be goth if you don’t wear black eye makeup?
A. Yes. If you like goth music and identify with its themes and ideas, you can be goth even if you wear neon colors. People dress goth both because they enjoy the aesthetic and because they want to signal to other goths that they share a common interest. Don’t feel pressured to look a certain way if you enjoy the music and the scene.
What makes eye makeup goth?
A. Truthfully, it comes down to whether the wearer identifies as goth. The classic goth aesthetic is generally black, spooky and witchy. If that interests you, try thick black eyeliner and dark eye shadow. Paired with black or dark purple lipstick, it’s an easy way to signal that you belong to the subculture.
What’s the best goth eye makeup to buy?
Top goth eye makeup
Melt Cosmetics She’s In Parties Eye-Shadow Palette
What you need to know: This smokey purple palette is perfect for adding a little shimmer and color to a dark goth look.
What you’ll love: Featuring pigmented, moody shades of purple, any goth will have a great time building a complex or minimalist eye look with these options. You can create looks that are as subtle or as bold as you feel. These colors will go perfectly with your deep, dark lipsticks.
What you should consider: There are no black shades, and some users have reported receiving broken shades from poor packaging.
Where to buy: Sold by Sephora
Top goth eye makeup for the money
Stila Stay All-Day Waterproof Liquid Eye Liner
What you need to know: While not a goth-oriented brand, Stila’s liquid eyeliner is of great quality for the price.
What you’ll love: Featuring an incredibly fine tip, this waterproof eyeliner is designed to go on smoothly and easily and create incredibly sharp winged looks. It dries quickly to minimize transfer to your upper lids.
What you should consider: The fine tip will make applying a thicker line more arduous for those who like a more impactful winged liner for their goth looks.
Where to buy: Sold by Sephora, Ulta and Amazon
Worth checking out
Urban Decay Eye-Shadow Primer Potion
What you need to know: A long-time fan favorite in the beauty community, this primer does the job.
What you’ll love: Urban Decay’s Primer Potion is easy to apply and provides a great base for eyeliner and shadow alike. It dries quickly and works well for oily eyelids. Primer protects your eye makeup from creasing or smudging.
What you should consider: Customers with mature skin report having more issues with application because it intensifies wrinkles.
Where to buy: Sold by Sephora, Ulta, Macy’s and Kohl’s
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TSA stopped over 3,200 firearms at security checkpoints for 1st half of 2023
The Transportation Security Administration has intercepted approximately 3,251 firearms at airport security checkpoints as of June 30, which marks the first half of 2023, according to an agency news release.
On average, 18 firearms were seized a day, the TSA said, and of those firearms, more than 92% were loaded.
The number of guns found at airport checkpoints for the first half of 2023 has increased compared to the first half of last year. Of the 3,053 firearms seized during the first half of 2022, 86% were loaded.
"I applaud the work of our Transportation Security Officers for their dedication to our transportation security mission, ensuring these firearms do not get into the secure area of the airport and on board aircraft," said TSA Administrator David Pekoske.
In the first five days of July 2023, TSA agents intercepted 90 additional firearms which brings the 2023 total to 3,341 as of July 5.
The number of firearms caught during airport checkpoints in the first half of 2023 has increased 6% compared to the first half of 2022, but the TSA also noted that the volume of passengers traveling through airports has increased 15%.
These percentages actually show a decline in the number of firearms being brought through airport security checkpoints in 2023 thus far, the TSA said.
Passengers who wish to travel with a firearm must ensure it is properly packed and it must be checked. Additionally, travelers must declare that they have packed a firearm at the ticket counter.
"Passengers who bring a firearm to the security checkpoint present a security risk, and there are consequences for doing so," Pekoske said.
Firearm possession laws vary depending on the state and local governments but firearms are prohibited at TSA security checkpoints, in secure areas of an airport and on board the aircraft, even if the traveler has a concealed carry permit, the agency said.
For more information about how and what travelers can bring with them or must get checked at airports, click here.
This story was reported from Los Angeles. | 2023-07-11T11:41:16+00:00 | fox6now.com | https://www.fox6now.com/news/tsa-stops-over-3200-firearms-at-security-checkpoints-for-1st-half-of-2023 |
The Kentucky Derby is plagued by two more horses dyingat Churchill Downs on Saturday.
That brings the total number in recent days to seven.
Chloe’s Dream, a 3-year-old gelding, and Freezing Point, a 3-year-old colt, were injured in the undercard races and euthanized.
Chloe's Dream injured his right front knee, and Freezing Point suffered a left ankle injury in the Pat Day Mile, according to the Associated Press.
The sport of horse racing is already dealing with doping suspensions, and new rules are set to go into place later this month.
On Friday, Churchill Downs announced that trainer Saffie Joseph Jr. had been suspended after two horses trained by him died in the last week.
In a statement, Churchill Downs called the deaths of Parents Pride on Saturday and Chasing Artie on Tuesday "highly unusual" and "sudden."
Besides the two horses trained by Joseph that died, two other horses sustained musculoskeletal injuries and were euthanized.
According to Churchill Downs, Wild on Ice died April 27 after training on the dirt track, and Take Charge Briana died Tuesday after training on the turf track.
Hours prior to the horses’ deaths, Mage, a 15-1 shot, won the Kentucky Derby.
SEE MORE: Kentucky Derby trainer suspended after deaths of 2 of his horses
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Doug Johnson was answering emails at the Miami East hotel on May 30 when his phone rang with the call he had been awaiting for more than two months: Major League Baseball was taking over San Diego Padres’ television broadcasts the next day from financially troubled Diamond Sports.
“Immediately headed over to the stadium and got a chance to meet for the first time with the game announcers,” said Johnson, hired in March as MLB’s senior vice president and executive producer of local media. “I had to call every single person that worked the Padres’ home games and basically introduce myself and hire them.”
Johnson’s job was to ensure a seamless transition of Padres’ telecasts from Miami on May 31 and June 1 while getting ready for the start of a homestand on June 2. He and his staff are following that playbook again this week after MLB took over Arizona Diamondbacks’ telecasts from Bally Sports Arizona starting with Tuesday’s game at Atlanta.
MLB’s takeover ended blackout restrictions tied to San Diego’s deal with Diamond, and the league says Padres games are now accessible to 3.26 million homes, up from 1.13 million under Diamond’s Bally Sports San Diego. Through the All-Star break, MLB says viewership is up 14% over the comparable period last year.
Arrangements to make that change could have filled an entire offseason. MLB had to compress that to 1 1/2 days.
“It was everything from a graphics package, to the truck, to the crew, to how are you going to get transmission done, who’s going to do master control, who’s going to do commercial insertion and then finally how do we deliver it to the distributors?” said Billy Chambers, who started in February as MLB’s executive vice president of local media following 20 years at Fox.
MLB recognized late in 2022 that Diamond might not be able to fulfill its contracts to broadcast games for its 19 regional sports networks and the sport began making contingencies. That started with hiring Chambers and Johnson, who immediately went on alert when Diamond entered bankruptcy proceedings in March.
Johnson was headed to San Diego on March 29 in case MLB took over for the Padres’ season opener against Colorado the following day.
“I was somewhere over New Mexico when I got the text from Billy Chambers saying that Diamond had called the Padres and informed them that they would make that payment,” Johnson recalled. “By the time I landed, the payment already had been made.”
MLB’s first takeover occurred at an awkward time, for the second game of a three-game road series. About 18 people were involved in the Padres’ portion of the telecast, which also relied on some of the 30 Marlins’ TV production staffers.
Johnson was among four MLB employees on site to supervise, joined by Kendall Burgess, MLB vice president of local media operations; Tim Fryer, the MLB Network’s senior segment producer of live events; and Timothy Bausch, a MLBN senior graphics operator.
Marc Caiafa, MLBN’s senior vice president of production, had built a graphics package since February that was shipped to Florida and loaded into the truck. It was built off designs created for MLB’s world feed during the pandemic.
“Everything is very hypercentric to the team,” Johnson said. “So we had to take that look, which was dominant red, white and blue, and convert it to Padres colors. Normally it takes months to build out a package like this. They were able to do it in about two weeks.”
Arrangements had to be put in place with Mobile TV Group, which supplies production trucks, cameras and replay devices for about 4,500 events annually. The company had two engineers at LoanDepot Park, and they redirected cables from the mobile unit to MLB’s connection point from Bally’s.
“We were released by one and hired by the other,” Mobile TV President Philip Garvin said.
Broadcast technicians such as camera operators, video and audio engineers and replay operators had been contracted by Bally from Program Productions Inc. PPI assigned a senior manager, client lead, crew manager and ProCrewz software expert to the ballpark. The cost of the technicians was reassigned to MLB, which had its office take over paying the bills.
“During this entire process there had been a million rumors and five million scuttlebutts about what’s happening or what might happen,” PPI chairman Robert Carzoli said. “We’re going to be responsible for probably over 30,000 event days this year. So it was a matter of adjusting ourselves and just saying, ‘OK, let’s take the people that we already have, let’s put some of our corporate staff on the ground to answer your questions and then it’s simply a matter of rebuilding the job.’”
The broadcast signal was transmitted to Comcast Technology Solutions in Denver, where commercials were inserted and the signal fed to the distributors for delivery to consumers. As part of the changeover, a switch was made to fiber from satellite.
“Much more cost effective and we think a better signal,” Chambers said. “The lines that we had coming out of the stadium have a higher bandwidth and lower latency.”
Padres broadcasters Don Orsillo and Mark Grant, who had red mike flags with a white “B” for the May 30 game, switched to MLB logos the next day. Bob Costas taped an introduction touting “the dawning on a new era of Padres television coverage.”
Chambers watched the first broadcast from MLB’s office in New York. Johnson was on a headset next to Fryer.
Miami won 2-1 when Jean Segura and Nick Fortes hit run-scoring singles in the ninth off Josh Hader. The game ended at 9:05 p.m. and Johnson headed to Nusr-Et Steakhouse, about a 15-minute drive away.
“I took the entire crew out to celebrate a great broadcast,” Johnson said. “We all toasted after that one.”
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BEIJING (AP) — China’s leader Xi Jinping has called for “more quickly elevating the armed forces to world-class standards,” in a speech just days after a top diplomat warned of the growing possibility of conflict with the U.S. unless Washington changes course.
China must maximize its “national strategic capabilities” in a bid to “systematically upgrade the country’s overall strength to cope with strategic risks, safeguard strategic interests and realize strategic objectives,” Xi said Wednesday.
His remarks to delegates in the ceremonial parliament representing the People’s Liberation Army, the military wing of the ruling Communist Party, and the paramilitary People’s Armed Police, were carried by the official Xinhua News Agency.
Xi issued a series of calls to accelerate the build-up of self-reliance in science and technology, bolster strategic capabilities in emergency fields, make industrial and supply chains more resilient and make national reserves “more capable of safeguarding national security.”
The program laid out by Xi dovetails with a number of national strategies already underway, including the “Made in China 2025” campaign to make China dominant in 10 key fields from integrated circuits to aerospace, and a decades-old campaign for civilian-military integration in the economy.
Xi also mentioned the need for “achieving the goals for the centenary of the PLA in 2027,” a date by which, according to some U.S. observers, China intends to have the capability of conquering self-governing Taiwan, an American ally, by military means.
China has defined the centenary goals in mostly vague terms, such as greater “informatization” and raising the PLA to “world-class standards.”
China needs to build “a strong system of strategic deterrent forces, raise the presence of combat forces in new domains and of new qualities, and deeply promote combat-oriented military training,” according to a speech Xi gave last year.
On Tuesday, Foreign Minister Qin Gang had warned in unusually stark terms about the possibility of U.S.-China frictions leading to something more dire.
“If the United States does not hit the brake, but continues to speed down the wrong path, no amount of guardrails can prevent derailing and there surely will be conflict and confrontation,” Qin said in his first news conference since taking up his post last year.
“Such competition is a reckless gamble, with the stakes being the fundamental interests of the two peoples and even the future of humanity,” he added.
That echoed remarks made by Xi on Monday to delegates that seemed to underscore Chinese frustration with U.S. restrictions on access to technology and its support for Taiwan and regional military blocs in unusually blunt terms.
“Western countries led by the United States have implemented all-round containment, encirclement and suppression of China, which has brought unprecedented grave challenges to our nation’s development,” Xi was quoted as saying by the official Xinhua News Agency.
A State Department spokesperson, Ned Price, responded by saying Washington wants to “coexist responsibly” within the global trade and political system and has no intention of suppressing China.
“This is not about containing China. This is not about suppressing China. This is not about holding China back,” Price said in Washington. “We want to have that constructive competition that is fair” and “doesn’t veer into that conflict.”
Meanwhile on Wednesday, Gen. Laura J. Richardson, Commander of the U.S. Southern Command, which is responsible for South America and the Caribbean, testified before the House Armed Services Committee that China and Russia were “malign actors” that are “aggressively exerting influence over our democratic neighbors.”
China is “spreading its malign influence, wielding its economic might, and conducting gray zone activities to expand its military and political access and influence,” Richardson said.
“This is a strategic risk that we can’t accept or ignore,” she added.
Among other activities, China has built a massive embassy in the Bahamas, just 80 kilometers (50 miles) off the coast of Florida.
“Presence and proximity absolutely matter, and a stable and secure Western Hemisphere is critical to homeland defense,” Richardson said.
On Thursday, Beijing’s Foreign Ministry dismissed U.S. questions and criticisms of Chinese intentions as an attempt to “make excuses for its military expansion and pursuit of hegemony.”
“Before criticizing and blaming other countries, the U.S., as the only military superpower armed to the teeth, should reflect on what it can and should do,” spokesperson Mao Ning said at a daily briefing.
In a nod to a China-U.S. relationship that has sunk to its lowest level in decades, she said Washington “should meet China halfway and push China-U.S. relations back on the track of sound and stable development, which is beneficial to both countries and the world.” | 2023-03-09T16:23:29+00:00 | abqjournal.com | https://www.abqjournal.com/2579954/chinas-xi-calls-for-more-quickly-elevating-armed-forces.html |
MENLO PARK, Calif. and LONDON, June 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Singletrack, the capital markets client engagement and analytics expert, today announced a significant capital growth investment from Accel-KKR, a leading technology-focused private equity firm. The investment will enable Singletrack to accelerate expansion plans into global markets and execute on strategic M&A. Founded in 2009, Singletrack is an engagement, research management and analytics platform purpose-built by industry professionals for capital markets, helping clients on both the sell and buy sides maximise revenue, efficiency and profitability.
"Our success within the space can be measured in several ways: from our client base, which includes top performing independent investment banks, to our 29-country global footprint and our expanded product offerings which serve both buy and sell sides," says Stuart Berwick, co-founder and CEO of Singletrack. "As the capital markets grow in opportunity and complexity, we are poised for aggressive market expansion. This investment from Accel-KKR is a great catalyst for Singletrack and our mission."
Singletrack's heritage is rooted in capital markets. Founders Stuart Berwick and Paul Dyson have decades of experience driving innovation at global investment banks. They developed Singletrack in 2009 as a radical new approach to capital markets CRM. Singletrack's sell side platform leverages assets and information for sales and trading, research, events and corporate finance, using an array of advanced tools including AI and machine learning to surface deep client behaviour insights and inform client strategy. On the buy side, the company offers a vendor relationship platform that seamlessly captures interactions of all types with brokers and other research providers, handles voting, manages contracts and more. The resultant data informs research acquisition strategies, vendor management, and allocation of research finance.
"Singletrack recognised early on the potential in combining on-demand technology and advanced analytics for a purpose-built CRM solution for capital markets. Seasoned leaders like Paul and Stuart draw on deep experience within the global investment banking industry and their informed approach has differentiated the company, propelling Singletrack to the forefront of financial CRM tools and positioning it to capitalise on a fragmented marketplace. We are excited to partner with Singletrack as they grow," says Phil Cunningham, Managing Director at Accel-KKR and Lead for the firm's Emerging Buyout Partners fund.
Singletrack was recently named among "The Most Influential Technology Firms of 2022" by Harrington Starr. Singletrack is used by some of the most successful institutional brokers, independent investment banks and research providers on four continents. Customers include D. A. Davidson, Liberum, Peel Hunt, and Seaport Global Securities.
About Singletrack:
Singletrack provides client engagement, research management and analytics for capital markets. With over 50 clients in 29 countries, we are the go-to choice for ambitious capital market firms. On the sell side, our purpose-built platform boosts performance across sales, trading, research, investment banking, operations, strategy, corporate access and compliance. On the buy side, Singletrack enhances provider relations with a platform that enables asset managers to track, measure and evaluate services from brokers and other sell side firms with ease.
Using Singletrack's fast-to-implement platform, firms say that the AI-driven advanced analytics and guided user behaviour help them create deeper capital markets relationships and generate significant additional value by maximising revenue, profitability and workflow efficiency. Visit Singletrack to learn more.
About Accel-KKR:
Accel-KKR is a technology-focused investment firm with $14 billion in capital commitments. The firm focuses on software and tech-enabled businesses, well-positioned for topline and bottom-line growth. At the core of Accel-KKR's investment strategy is a commitment to developing strong partnerships with the management teams of its portfolio companies and a focus on building value alongside management by leveraging the significant resources available through the Accel-KKR network. Accel-KKR focuses on middle-market companies and provides a broad range of capital solutions, including buyout capital, minority-growth investments, and credit alternatives. Accel-KKR also invests across various transaction types, including private company recapitalisations, divisional carve-outs and going-private transactions Accel-KKR is headquartered in Menlo Park with additional offices in Atlanta, London and Mexico City. Visit accel-kkr.com to learn more.
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Police suspect a driver's medical incident caused a sedan to collide into the entrance of a Rapid City business on Wednesday.
The white Mazda 6 crashed into the entrance of Trendz Salon at 1301 West Omaha Street at about 10:30 a.m. The car was traveling west in front of the strip mall before veering into the building.
A.J. Robinson, a stylist at the salon, said she was working the front desk when the vehicle crashed into the glass entrance. Robinson said three clients and three stylists were in the salon at the time. All walked away unharmed.
"I'm very glad everyone is okay," she said.
According to a witness and the Rapid City Police Department, the woman's foot remained pressed down on the vehicle's gas pedal after the collision. The vehicle's passenger side front tire wore down to the rim, causing the salon to fill with smoke, according to Brendyn Medina, spokesperson for the RCPD.
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An ambulance transported the driver to the hospital. Police have not released the woman's name.
Sarah Moyes, an employee at Bella Tan — which shares an entry vestibule with Trendz Salon — saw the collision from about 10 feet away.
"I was sitting at the front desk," Moyes said. "I heard like a thump, and I looked out the window and I saw her hit the curb and zoom right into the building. I could see her shaking in the driver's seat. I instantly called 911 and started telling the girls that were in the beds to get out."
Bella Tan and its workers and patrons did not incur damage or injuries but the business will remain closed for the remainder of the day.
RCPD patrol and crash investigation units responded along with Rapid City Fire Department fire and medic units. | 2022-07-27T20:49:51+00:00 | rapidcityjournal.com | https://rapidcityjournal.com/news/vehicle-hits-omaha-street-business-driver-reportedly-had-medical-incident/article_ef982ffd-43f6-57cd-9ae6-04dd11e633c8.html |
(The Hill) – The phrase “Let’s Go Brandon” started off as a dig at President Biden that spread quickly online and became a political slogan adopted by the president’s critics on the right, including former President Trump.
The phrase became popular among Trump’s base after a reporter interviewing NASCAR driver Brandon Brown mistakenly interpreted the crowd’s background chanting of “f— Joe Biden” as “Let’s Go Brandon.”
But recently, the use of the phrase has shown signs of shifting.
The White House has attempted to reclaim the “Let’s Go Brandon” catchphrase in the wake of recent wins by the Biden administration via a new “Dark Brandon” meme that has flooded the internet.
The precursors to the “Dark Brandon” meme first started to make the rounds online shortly after Biden was elected, when a Chinese illustrator attempted to make unflattering images of the president, according to Politico.
But on Sunday, some of those images started to gain popularity on Twitter when they were co-opted as part of the more complimentary “Dark Brandon” meme.
“Dark Brandon is crushing it,” tweeted deputy White House press secretary Andrew Bates, who shared a photo of Biden with laser red eyes that said: “Your malarkey has been going on for long enough, kiddo.”
Rob Flaherty, White House director of digital strategy, tweeted a similar image on Sunday — one which showed the commander in chief with ominous, glowing red eyes, à la “The Terminator.”
Sen. Chris Murphy (D-Conn.) also joined in online, tweeting out an image of Biden with glowing yellow eyes.
A senior administration official told The Hill that the White House decided to “lean into” the “Dark Brandon” imagery to make an important point about the president delivering what they referred to as a “staggering” amount of wins in a short period time.
Recently the Biden administration has racked up a number of achievements, including a July jobs report that shattered economists’ expectations, the drone strike on al Qaeda leader Ayman al-Zawahiri and passage of a $430 billion climate, health care and tax overhaul.
Tobin Stone, who has been credited with first posting the “Dark Brandon” memes, told The Hill that he created the meme to “celebrate” recent administration wins.
“After a year of bad news for Democrats, the past two weeks have seen the Biden administration get more wins than any other period of his presidency, and like many other Democrats, I’ve wanted to celebrate,” he added.
According to Stone, the Dark Brandon meme has given Democrats a way to “turn the right wing’s ‘Let’s Go Brandon’ meme against them.”
However, some members of the GOP have been quick to criticize another meme shared by Bates, styled to look like the poster for a Batman film. Some conservatives were claiming the image in the meme used “Nazi” symbols.
Donald Trump Jr. took to Twitter on Monday to criticize some of Bates’s tweets, saying, “Biden’s Deputy White House Press Secretary, @Andrewjbates46, is posting literal Nazi memes on Twitter and our corrupt media is completely silent about it.”
The White House staffers’ use of the meme also received significant coverage on Fox News overnight Monday and into Tuesday morning.
But Stone, who created the meme inspired by the poster for “The Dark Knight Rises,” reiterated his comments on the eagle to The Hill, saying, “The eagle is not, and was never intended to be the reichsadler — it was just intended to be a representation of America’s national bird, the bald eagle, and any reasonable person would interpret it as such.”
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FIRSTAR BANK EXPANDS COMMERCIAL LENDING DIVISION WITH KEY HIRES
Chris Rector, Regional President for Firstar Bank, recently announced the expansion of Firstar Bank’s commercial lending team with the hiring of Shawn Stephens and Alex Sedlacek.
With 16 years of tenure in the banking industry, Stephens has extensive experience in commercial lending across many industries including manufacturing, commercial real estate, and professional services.
Stephens has served the communities of Bixby and Glenpool in both civic and government positions. He was the charter president of the Glenpool Optimist Club, served as a commissioner with the Glenpool Board of Adjustments and City Planning Commission and was the 2018 Bixby Metro Chamber Board Chairman.
He holds a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and Finance from Northeastern State University and has completed the American Bankers Association Graduate Commercial Lending School program at Southern Methodist University. Stephens has also completed Bank Operations School and the Intermediate School of Banking with the Oklahoma Bankers Association.
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Stephens commented, “I am dedicated to the success of local businesses and organizations. My focus will be guiding clients on the broad range of lending services Firstar offers to help them achieve their goals.”
Sedlacek is a Tulsa native with more than a decade of financial industry experience. Prior to joining Firstar Bank, Sedlacek was Senior Commercial Relationship Manager at INTRUST Bank.
He holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics from the University of Oklahoma as well as a Master of Business Administration and a Juris Doctor (Law) degree from the University of Tulsa.
“Firstar Bank is a true community bank with the flexibility of local decision-making and a full suite of business lending services.” said Sedlacek. “I am thrilled to join their growing team.”
Rector remarked, “Shawn and Alex are outstanding additions to our team of experienced lenders. They have deep financial expertise and a strong commitment to helping clients meet their business objectives.”
Opened in 2007, Firstar Bank’s Tulsa branch is located on the southwest corner of 101st and Mingo. The Tulsa operation currently holds over $160 million in deposits and $310 million in loans.
Firstar Bank is a locally-managed community bank with locations in Eastern Oklahoma and Arkansas. Named one of the 21st Century’s Highest-Performing Community Banks, the organization holds $820 million in total assets and $700 million in total loans. In addition, the bank’s investment division holds over $280 million in assets under management.
For more information, call (918) 681-1650 or visit www.firstar.bank.
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ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) _ The winning numbers in Monday evening's drawing of the New Mexico Lottery's "Pick 3 Evening" game were:
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ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) _ The winning numbers in Monday evening's drawing of the New Mexico Lottery's "Pick 3 Evening" game were:
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Rent growth is expected to return to more predictable trendlines this year
SANTA BARBARA, Calif., Jan. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Multifamily rent growth began to slow in late 2022 as economic pressures, including the impact of inflation, took root. The 2023 Multifamily Outlook from Yardi® Matrix expects that rent growth will be closer to its historical average in 2023.
Last year, U.S. rents increased by 6.4 percent after peaking near 16 percent in 2021, according to Yardi Matrix. Those were record figures, the highest seen in a century. The 2022 increase is expected to drop by half this year.
"All eyes are on interest rates and how quickly inflation recedes. Economic growth will likely wane in the second half as the impact of rapid rate hikes take effect," states the outlook. "This year we foresee rent growth dropping in half to 3.1 percent as demand lessens and deliveries remain high."
Demand is decreasing due to less renter migration, a dip in new household formation and declining affordability. Meanwhile new units are coming online nationwide. The forecast calls for 440,000 new deliveries in 2023, a stock increase of 2.9 percent.
Deliveries will be concentrated in fast-growing markets, including Dallas, Austin, Charlotte, Nashville and Orlando. However, starts are expected to decline due to rising construction costs, a shortage of construction workers and planning/permitting delays.
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From GPS-guided bombs to electronic warfare, Russia improves its weaponry in Ukraine
Ukrainian troops are probing Russian defenses as spring gives way to a second summer of fighting, and Kyiv’s forces are facing an enemy that has made mistakes and suffered setbacks in the 15-month-old war. But analysts say Moscow also has learned from those blunders and improved its weapons and skills.
Russia has built heavily fortified defenses along the 1,000-kilometer (600-mile) front line, honed its electronic weapons to reduce Ukraine’s edge in combat drones, and turned heavy bombs from its massive Cold-War-era arsenal into precision-guided gliding munitions capable of striking targets without putting its warplanes at risk.
The changing Russian tactics along with increased troop numbers and improved weaponry could make it challenging for Ukraine to score any kind of quick decisive victory, threatening to turn it into a long battle of attrition.
U.S. Joint Chiefs chairman Gen. Mark Milley said in an interview with The Associated Press on Tuesday that while Ukraine’s military is well-prepared, as time goes on, “this will be a back-and-forth fight for a considerable length of time.”
Most attention last week focused on catastrophic flooding in southern Ukraine caused by the destruction of the Kakhovka dam that both sides blame on each other.
At the same time, however, Ukrainian troops have unleashed a series of attacks in several parts of the front that so far have made only marginal gains against multilayered Russian defenses.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Saturday that counteroffensive and defensive actions are underway against Russian forces, asserting that his commanders are in a “positive” mindset about its success. Ukrainian authorities have stopped short of announcing the start of a full-blown counteroffensive.
A day earlier, Russian President Vladimir Putin said that it had begun, but that Ukraine failed to make any headway and suffered “significant” losses.
Sir Richard Barrons, a retired general who led the U.K. Joint Forces Command, said the Russian military has built “textbook” defensive lines and adjusted its tactics following its hasty retreat from wide swaths of the Kharkiv and Kherson regions last fall under the brunt of a swift Ukrainian campaign.
He pointed at the improved Russian ability to both counter and use drones and also noted that Moscow has learned to keep key assets like command headquarters and ammunition dumps out of artillery range.
“And they have sharpened up how they can fire at Ukrainian artillery and tanks when they spot them,” he told AP. “So if you add all that together, everybody knows this will be a harder fight than for Kherson or Kharkiv in the autumn of last year.
“People are still using those two successes, and they were successes, as benchmarks, which I think is unfair, unreasonable in the circumstances,” he said.
Russia has fielded more troops to protect the long front line, even though many of them could be poorly trained, he said.
At the start of the war, Russian military convoys stretched for miles to become easy prey for Ukrainian artillery and drones during a failed attempt to capture Kyiv, in what was seen as a major blunder.
Ukrainian missiles then sank the Russian cruiser Moskva, the flagship of its Black Sea Fleet, in a major blow to Moscow’s pride; Kyiv’s rockets pummeled Russian ammunition depots and command headquarters; and Kremlin forces hastily pulled back from large areas in the east and the south in the fall.
Despite those setbacks, Russia dug in to defend broad parts of Ukrainian territory it captured early in the invasion. Last month, it claimed control of the eastern city of Bakhmut after the war’s longest and bloodiest battle.
Fundamental Russian weaknesses remain.
Russian troops continue to suffer from low morale, there are shortages of ammunition, and coordination between units has remained poor. Vicious infighting has erupted between the military brass and the Wagner private military contractor, which has fielded tens of thousands of mercenaries to the battlefield to spearhead the battle for Bakhmut.
A major factor still limiting Russia’s capability has been its decision to keep its air force from forging deep into Ukraine after it suffered heavy losses in the war’s initial stages. Its attempts to knock out Ukraine’s air defenses have failed. Thanks to supplies of Western weaponry, Ukraine now poses an even more formidable challenge to Russian aircraft.
Barrons emphasized it’s essential for military leaders in Kyiv to continue keeping its adversary’s warplanes at bay so that “the counteroffensive isn’t the moment the Russian air force suddenly finds its capability and courage and romps … all over Ukraine.”
Ukrainian military analyst Oleh Zhdanov notes that Moscow has maintained a numerical advantage in troops and weapons, despite any weaknesses.
While Russia has increasingly tapped its Cold-War arsenals, deploying tanks dating to the 1950s to replenish its massive, early losses, such old weapons can still perform well, Zhdanov said.
“It doesn’t matter what tanks they have; they have thousands of them,” Zhdanov told AP, noting Russia put many of them to use as stationary weapons in their defensive lines, including in the Zaporizhzhia region where they proved effective.
He acknowledged Russian success in hitting Ukrainian military depots. relying on Moscow’s agents and collaborators, but said such losses were “tolerable.” He also said the Russians increasingly use drones and improved electronic warfare to jam those from Ukraine.
Russia has stopped using battalion-sized tactical groups it deployed early in the war and shifted to smaller units, Zhdanov said.
While the Russian air force has operated in relatively small numbers, it has modernized its stock of bombs to turn them into gliding weapons that have proven efficient, he said. The 500-kilogram (1,100-pound) bombs adapted with a GPS module can inflict massive damage.
“The Soviet Union produced those bombs in uncountable numbers,” Zhdanov said, adding that the Russians drop up to 50 a day for a “major psychological effect.”
One such bomb accidentally released over the Russian city of Belgorod near the border with Ukraine in April blasted a huge crater and slightly injured one person.
Russian military bloggers hailed the punch of the gliding bombs and their ability to hit targets up to 70 kilometers (over 43 miles) away. One former military pilot said in his blog that work is under way to convert 1,500-kilogram (3,300-pound) bombs into gliding munitions.
These conversions allow the Russian air force to ramp up strikes on Ukrainian forces without risking its warplanes.
The Royal United Service Institute, a London-based think-tank that focuses on defense and security issues, listed these gliding bombs along with other improvements in Russian weapons and tactics.
“Although they only have limited accuracy, the size of these munitions poses a serious threat,” RUSI said in a recent report, adding Russia was working to improve their accuracy.
Russian engineers have shown prowess in building field fortifications and complex obstacles along the front line, including concrete-reinforced trenches and command bunkers, wire-entanglements, ditches, anti-tank hedgehogs or “dragon’s teeth” and complex minefields, the report said.
Extensive placement of sophisticated mines for use against tanks and infantry poses “a major tactical challenge to Ukrainian offensive operations,” the RUSI authors said.
Other Russian improvements noted in the report include better thermal camouflage for tanks; nimbler deployment of artillery into multiple positions, including integration with drones to avoid losses; and attacking Ukrainian artillery with loitering munitions — drones that hover until they acquire a target.
Such responsive Russian fire represents “the greatest challenge to Ukrainian offensive operations,” the RUSI report said.
Improved Russian electronic warfare systems have destroyed about 10,000 Ukrainian drones a month, while they also have been able to intercept and decrypt Ukrainian tactical communications in real time, it added.
They also have learned to intercept GPS-guided rockets fired by Western-supplied launchers like the U.S.-made HIMARS, which embarrassed the Russians and inflicted major damage, the report said.
Russia’s military “is able to improve and evolve its employment of key systems,” RUSI said, but noted it could struggle to respond to similar quick adjustments by Kyiv that could make Moscow’s units ”likely to rapidly lose their coordination.”
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Associated Press writers Danica Kirka in London, Tara Copp in Normandy, France, and Yuras Karmanau in Tallinn, Estonia, contributed.
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WASHINGTON, Oct. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The TV Parental Guidelines Monitoring Board (TVOMB) today released the results of its bi-annual national survey, which revealed that parental satisfaction with the accuracy of TV Parental Guidelines (i.e., the TV ratings system) remains extremely high and that parents find the TV ratings system a valuable resource when determining the age appropriateness of television programs. Specifically, the survey revealed that 90% of American parents found the TV ratings system helped them determine whether to allow their children to watch a particular show and nearly all parents (95%) expressed satisfaction with the accuracy of the TV ratings system for TV shows overall.
The online survey, conducted by Hart Research Associates during August and September 2022, included more than 1,050 American parents of children ages two to 17. The survey is part of the Monitoring Board's ongoing tracking of parents' awareness of and attitudes towards the TV ratings system.
"The television landscape has changed dramatically over the past few years as more and more programming options have been made available to American families," said Charles Rivkin, Chairman of the Monitoring Board and Chairman and CEO of the Motion Picture Association (MPA). "This survey demonstrates the value and trust that parents place in the TV Parental Guidelines to help them navigate the age-appropriateness of TV programs. The Monitoring Board is proud to remain a trusted partner of parents when they are making critical decisions about the shows their children can watch."
Among other significant findings, the survey revealed that:
- More than 9 in 10 parents (92%) say they understand the parental ratings for television.
- Nearly 80% of parents (78%) hold a favorable view of the parental ratings for TV programs.
- Most parents (79%) report using parental ratings sometimes or often when deciding whether their child can watch a particular TV show.
- More than three quarters of parents (79%) reported using the parental ratings often or sometimes when deciding what programs their children can watch.
- Most parents feel the TV ratings descriptors (S, L, V, D, FV) are important to know about each of the types of content indicated in the content labels when determining what their children can watch.
- Ninety-five percent (95%) of parents feel it is important to know about sexual situations (S), and 88% say it is important to know about violence (V).
- Virtually all parents (99%) who have used parental controls (V-chip) say they are useful.
- Digital streaming services remain the most common way children watch TV shows, with 86% of parents reporting their children using streaming services to watch TV shows in the past two weeks.
Overall, parents have an overwhelmingly favorable view of TV ratings, with most parents satisfied with the accuracy of the TV ratings for shows on TV today. Parents' level of satisfaction with the content labels also holds steady across all children's age groups. The Monitoring Board will continue to provide premier service in creating a safe environment for children and families to view TV programs and will strive to keep parents overwhelmingly satisfied with TV ratings.
For a downloadable copy of the survey, please visit the TV Parental Guidelines website at www.tvguidelines.org, or access it here.
About the TV Parental Guidelines
The TV Parental Guidelines were created in 1996 to help parents monitor and control what their children watch on the increasing number of TV channels available in American homes each day. Designed by leading organizations of the TV industry to give parents more information about the age-appropriateness and content of TV programs, the Guidelines, modeled after the familiar movie ratings, are easily recognizable and easy to use. They apply to most television programs, including those geared towards young children. The TV Parental Guidelines Monitoring Board is responsible for overseeing the TV Parental Guidelines and for ensuring uniformity and consistency in the application of the Guidelines. The Board is comprised of up to 24 members from the broadcast and cable television industries, as well as the program production and public interest communities. The Board of Directors consists of the chief executive officers of the Motion Picture Association (MPA), NCTA – The Internet & Television Association, and the National Association of Broadcasters (NAB). For more information, please visit www.tvguidelines.org.
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GUIYANG, China, Aug. 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- A news report by Huanqiu.com:
In recent years, Guiyang city, capital city of China's Guizhou province, has taken the advantage of the development in big data, seized the opportunity on implementing digital strategy to boost the transformation and upgrading of its industry.
From traditional to intelligent manufacturing
Hi-tech companies are making breakthroughs, and traditional industries are also undergoing transformation and upgrading. The integration of digital technologies, such as big data, cloud computing, artificial intelligence and 5G technology with traditional industries, has accelerated, which has effectively promoted the traditional industries.
As a state-owned enterprise with more than 50 years in Guiyang, the production workshop of Guiyang Yongqing Instruments & Electronics Science & Technology Co., Ltd. is very different from the past.
"In the past, our production was traditional, and the production capacity was limited. In recent years, the company has implemented the transformation of intelligent manufacturing digital factories, which has greatly improved production capacity, production efficiency,and yield."said Zhou Nan, assistant of general manager of Guiyang Yongqing Instruments & Electronics Science & Technology Co., Ltd.
In recent years, Guiyang has accelerated its development on the road of high-quality development, accelerated the transformation of new and old kinetic energy, and built intelligent factories that have become one of the practices of Guiyang's development of the big data industry.
Yang Jin, factory manager of Guiyang Zhenxin Technology Co, intelligent, said the factory can produce 40,000 high-quality integrated circuit boards per day. In 2021, the company's total production value is more than 170 million yuan and the products were sold to South Korea, Japan, Europe, the United States and Southeast Asia.
With the help of the government, Guiyang put emphasis on integrating the development of big data with the real economy, injects new impetus into the transformation and upgrading of traditional industries with big data.
Guiyang's digital industry continues to grow. Three 100-billion-level industrial clusters of data center aggregation and a number of big data leading enterprises have accelerated to form new industries.
Guiyang's information technology service industry cluster has been approved as the first batch of national strategic emerging industry clusters, and a number of local enterprises continue to grow. Platform economy and sharing economy continue to grow rapidly, initially forming five billion-level industrial demonstration area along the Big Data Road.
Data show that the added value of Guiyang's digital economy has reached 164.9 billion yuan in 2020, a year-on-year increase of 10.8%, accounting for 38.2% of GDP, and has become a new engine driving the city's economic development.
Innovation drives industrial upgrading and development
The transformation of enterprises is just a microcosm of the intelligent manufacturing enabled by big data in Guiyang.
As the core area of China's first national-level big data pilot area, Guiyang began to promote the layout of the industrial Internet in 2016, steadily implemented the industrial Internet development strategy, and realized the high-quality development of industrial intelligence.
Data showed that a total of 251 projects have been included in Guiyang's integration of big data and industry, and 30 smart manufacturing projects with a total investment of 1.85 billion yuan were promoted up to now.
In the future, Guiyang is expected to give full play to its new electronics components industry and develop the intelligent terminal industry's growing market competitiveness. By 2025, the annual output value of the city's electronics information manufacturing industry is expected to hit 100 billion yuan.
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SOURCE Huanqiu.com | 2022-08-29T14:02:34+00:00 | waff.com | https://www.waff.com/prnewswire/2022/08/29/intelligent-manufacturing-boosts-guiyangs-industrial-breakthrough/ |
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – As Albuquerque and several other New Mexico cities have seen several days of 100-degree heat in recent weeks, summer 2023 has proven to be one of the hottest on record. Those record or near record temperatures are expected to continue through much of the week.
This week on the New Mexico News Podcast, Chris McKee and Gabrielle Burkhart host an expert from the National Weather Service, Scott Overpeak, to discuss the significance of this summer’s temperatures, and when people can expect some relief. Overpeak is a Warning Coordination Meteorologist for the NWS Albuquerque Office.
In an extended interview, Overpeak discusses how the 2023 heat wave compares with other historical heatwaves in Albuquerque and New Mexico. Overpeak also discusses the science behind why the Land of Enchantment is staying so hot.
Should people re-think swamp coolers for their homes next summer? Which areas are considered at ‘high risk’ for long heatwaves? Those questions and more in this week’s 30 minute weather-focused conversation.
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PHOENIX (AP) — The hardest task these days for the Boston Celtics might be staying humble.
Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown each scored 25 points, Malcolm Brogdon added 16 off the bench and the rolling Celtics embarrassed the sloppy Phoenix Suns 125-98 on Wednesday night.
“You enjoy the moment, but you’ve got to understand why you did it,” Celtics coach Joe Mazzulla said. “Then you’ve got to know that it’s a long year. This could happen to us. It might not, but we’re going to go through some type of obstacles throughout the year.”
For now, the Celtics are making it look easy.
Boston won for the eighth time in nine games, improving its NBA-best record to 21-5. The Suns — who came into the game with the best record in a crowded Western Conference race — lost for the third time in four games.
Tatum said that after a couple rough trips to Phoenix over the past couple years that ended in losses, there was a particular emphasis on this game.
“We remembered that,” Tatum said. “That was fresh on our minds. We wanted a different outcome.”
The expected showdown between two of the league’s top teams never materialized with the Celtics leading by 45 points. The Celtics took a 31-21 lead after one quarter over the cold-shooting Suns, who missed all eight of their 3-point attempts.
It only got worse for Phoenix.
“We didn’t compete the way we needed to compete tonight,” Suns center Deandre Ayton said.
Boston continued to build its lead in the second, taking a 69-42 lead into the break. Brown led the Celtics with 17 points in the first half, while Tatum had 14. Grant Williams and Brogdon both added 12.
“Phoenix is a great team and I thought the way we played showed the respect we had for them,” Mazzulla said.
The second half was essentially an afterthought. Tatum hit a free throw with 7:01 left in the third to push Boston’s advantage to 40.
Phoenix’s night was summed up in the third quarter when Mikal Bridges, Chris Paul and Devin Booker all tried to grab a loose ball, only to collectively bobble it away into the hands of Boston’s Marcus Smart, who scored an easy layup.
“It feels like that game should count as two losses, but the good thing is it is still only one,” Booker said.
Later, the three-time All-Star added: “You can’t blame scheme, you can’t blame rotation or anything on coach. We have to look at the mirror as a team and we have to fix it.”
The Suns welcomed back Paul, who missed the past 14 games with a sore right heel. That’s good news for the team’s long-term prognosis, but having the 12-time All-Star on the court didn’t help much on Wednesday.
Josh Okogie led the Suns with a career-high 28 points off the bench, while Booker added 17. Paul finished with four points, four rebounds and four assists in 24 minutes.
The Celtics have another big game ahead of them on Saturday, when they travel to face the Warriors. Boston lost to Golden State in six games in the Finals last season.
TIP-INS
Celtics: F Al Horford missed the game after entering the league’s health and safety protocol … Brogdon returned after missing one game because of a non-COVID illness. … Luke Kornet had 12 points on 6 of 6 shooting. Grant Williams also made all six of his shots and finished with 14 points.
Suns: F Torrey Craig (right groin) was back in the starting lineup after missing three games. … Hosted a sellout crowd for the 41st consecutive game. … Shot just 8 of 32 (25%) from 3-point range. … Okogie made 8 of 14 shots, including 4 of 6 from 3-point range.
UP NEXT
Celtics: At Golden State on Saturday night.
Suns: At New Orleans on Friday night.
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Biden’s appeals court nominee faces rare Democratic scrutiny
WASHINGTON (AP) — One of President Joe Biden’s nominees to a federal appeals court has generated rare concern from some Democrats and outside groups over his signature on a legal brief defending a parental notification law in New Hampshire, injecting the issue of abortion into his confirmation fight from an unexpected flank.
Michael Delaney, nominated for the 1st U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals, based in Boston, said in written testimony to senators that he did not write the 2005 brief and otherwise had “extremely limited involvement” in the case that was brought while he was deputy attorney general in New Hampshire.
But the signing of the brief, along with scrutiny of his representation of St. Paul’s School, a private boarding school in New Hampshire that was sued in connection with a sexual assault, is complicating a confirmation fight in which the White House has little room for error.
The close attention on an abortion case also shows how stakes are ever-higher in a post-Roe v. Wade world. Access to abortion could hinge on lower-level judges now that the U.S. Supreme Court has overturned the constitutional right to the procedure, and advocates on both sides want near-certainty as they assess nominees. The issue helped derail one proposed Biden pick last summer when the White House decided not to nominate an anti-abortion lawyer in Kentucky following an outcry from Democrats.
Delaney’s case will test how far Biden will push Democrats to support his nominees to the federal bench even after the White House set records in the number of appointments in his first two years. It will also test the power of personal persuasion in the clubby Senate, whose members can often be influenced by fellow members whose counsel they trust.
In this case, both New Hampshire Democratic senators, Jeanne Shaheen and Maggie Hassan, strongly back Delaney and are deeply respected by other senators. Both are also fierce supporters of abortion rights.
At issue is a New Hampshire law, passed in 2003 but repealed in 2007, that required minors to tell their parents before they obtained an abortion. As the state’s deputy attorney general, Delaney was among those who signed a brief submitted to the U.S. Supreme Court that defended the law because it “does not present a substantial obstacle to any woman’s right to choose an abortion.”
The law, according to the brief filed in the case, Ayotte vs. Planned Parenthood of Northern New England, “promotes compelling state interests, not the least of which is protecting the health of the pregnant minor by providing an opportunity for parents to supply essential medical history information to the physician.”
Delaney’s involvement is detailed in response to written questions from Sen. Dianne Feinstein, D-Calif., that he submitted after his confirmation hearing last month. But his signature on the brief has caused consternation for Sen. Richard Blumenthal, D-Conn., a member of the Senate Judiciary Committee and a strong supporter of abortion rights.
“For me personally, reproductive rights is a fundamental, core issue,” Blumenthal told The Associated Press. “And I think I’d want to know why he put his name on the brief and what it reflects in his personal view.”
Besides Blumenthal, two other Democratic members of the closely divided Senate, Cory Booker of New Jersey and Mazie Hirono of Hawaii, have also expressed general reservations about his nomination, particularly as it relates to the St. Paul’s case. And at least one other Democrat on the Senate Judiciary Committee is concerned about Delaney’s involvement in the Planned Parenthood case, according to a person familiar with the senator’s thinking who spoke to the AP on the condition of anonymity to discuss ongoing deliberations over the nomination.
One factor being weighed is how much Delaney’s involvement in the brief was just a matter of course in his job. Delaney told senators that he was not involved in the decision to appeal the case to the Supreme Court, nor did he represent New Hampshire during oral arguments there. He was not directly involved in formulating the brief’s arguments, he said, and while he read the brief before it was submitted, he said he does not recall whether he offered substantive feedback.
In a statement to the AP, former New Hampshire Gov. John Lynch, a Democrat, said: “Mike Delaney strongly supports women’s reproductive freedom.”
Lynch said he disagreed with then-Attorney General Kelly Ayotte on the Planned Parenthood case. “When Mike became my legal counsel, he worked with me to successfully repeal the law at issue in the case,” he said.
Still, in private conversations, groups that support abortion access have similarly raised questions about why Delaney signed a brief that defended abortion restrictions. They have been dissatisfied with the responses.
In a previously unreported letter, the National Council of Jewish Women said it would oppose the confirmation of Delaney, the first nominee from the Biden administration that it has rejected. The group pointed to his representation of St. Paul’s as well as to his signature on the Planned Parenthood brief.
Saying federal judges should have a record that “evidences fairness, independence, fidelity to constitutional values, and respect for the individuals who appear before the court seeking justice,” the group wrote in the letter that “unfortunately, after reviewing the record, we do not think that Mr. Delaney possesses those important qualifications.”
The White House continues to support Delaney’s nomination. Privately, White House officials are concerned that focusing on one motion or case could set a precedent for Republican opponents of Biden’s picks to undermine other candidates for the bench, according to a person with knowledge of the internal deliberations who insisted on anonymity to discuss them.
“This was the first we had heard that anyone was interested in more information beyond his 116 pages of thorough, under-oath answers,” White House spokesman Andrew Bates said in a statement. “Michael Delaney has three decades of legal experience, including his service as Attorney General and Deputy Attorney General of New Hampshire, and he is well-qualified to serve in this important position. The White House expects Senators to take his full record into account when evaluating his nomination.”
Planned Parenthood Federation of America, a potent political force in Democratic politics, was noncommittal on Delaney’s nomination, saying in a statement: “Planned Parenthood conducts a review of the records of federal judicial nominees. Our review of this nominee and his involvement in the Ayotte case is ongoing.”
Biden nominated Delaney for the appeals court in January, almost a year after Shaheen’s office first contacted him to discuss filling the vacancy. Since then, Shaheen and Hassan have been Delaney’s biggest patrons, despite a rocky confirmation hearing that even Democrats say did not go well for him after he faced repeated questions from Republican senators who attacked his handling of the St. Paul’s case.
Shaheen and Hassan have worked privately to lobby colleagues. In a closed-door lunch with other Democratic senators earlier this month, Shaheen and Hassan made their case while offering what attendees described as more context and history on his involvement in the St. Paul’s case. During that meeting, the two senators also distributed copies of an endorsement letter from Susan Carbon, a longtime state judge in New Hampshire who served as director of the Office on Violence Against Women during the Obama administration.
“He has the experience, the intellect, the character and commitment to justice, and a broad, broad amount of support, including from advocates for victims,” Hassan said. Delaney has been rated well qualified by the American Bar Association, and Judiciary Committee Chairman Dick Durbin, D-Ill., says he will support him.
Still, concerns persist among a handful of Democrats.
Booker said he had some “preliminary concerns” about how Delaney handled the sexual assault case. Hirono said she was prepared to support him after his confirmation hearing but said she was now reviewing his written testimony and added: “So we shall see.”
Blumenthal added: “Having concerns doesn’t necessarily mean that any of us will oppose his nomination.” Still, most Democrats on the committee said they were undecided on whether to confirm him.
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Former Washington State University football coach Nick Rolovich was in a Spokane courtroom Thursday, asking a federal judge to allow his case to continue against his former employer for firing him after his refusal to get the COVID-19 vaccine.
Seated behind him was former Gonzaga University and Utah Jazz star John Stockton, who lost his season tickets to his alma mater for refusing to comply with public health measures during the pandemic, and Spokane Catholic Bishop Thomas Daly. Stockton said he’d reached out to Rolovich, who was fired along with four assistant coaches in October 2021, and was present to show his support for the former coach. He noted that his own skepticism about the vaccine’s effectiveness isn’t pertinent to the Rolovich case. .
“That’s a whole different issue,” Stockton said after the hearing. “The law’s a different game.”
Rolovich contends that WSU and Athletic Director Pat Chun fired him without just cause, which under his contract should have entitled him to 60% of the remaining base salary on his $2 million deal that was supposed to run through June 2025. Rolovich says he should have been provided a religious exemption to a law requiring state employees to get the vaccine. The university contends that Rolovich did not raise religious concerns about the vaccine’s development until a deadline approached for him to get the shots, and that WSU’s denial of his exemption was based on its inability to accommodate his coaching under pandemic-related guidelines and skepticism about the sincerity of his beliefs.
Zach Pekelis, an attorney for Chun and WSU, told U.S. District Court Judge Thomas O. Rice that Rolovich’s justifications for refusing to get the vaccine had been “a moving target” since the summer of 2021, when questions began to swirl about the state mandate and his future with the team. Pekelis, in filings to the court and in oral argument Thursday, accused Rolovich of employing “pseudo-scientific skepticism” in his opposition to the mandate, and argued the case should be thrown out, instead of moving forward.
“The beliefs have kind of shifted over time,” Pekelis said.
Pekelis noted that there’d been hundreds of challenges to vaccine mandates in the federal courts, and that they’d largely been unsuccessful. That included a ruling by Rice in November 2021 denying a request by a couple dozen Spokane firefighters who refused the vaccine but wanted their jobs back with the city.
Brian Fahling, representing Rolovich, said his client had sincere religious beliefs based in Catholicism that called for him to act on his conscience and his moral convictions. Those beliefs were found to be credible following a double-blind review by the university’s human resources department, Fahling said, and that efforts by Chun to get Rolovich vaccinated prior to the 2021 season amounted to coercion.
“Mr. Rolovich lost the job of his dreams, and it was based in our estimation on a fundamentally wrong basis,” Fahling told Rice.
Daly, who shared a handshake with Rolovich after the hearing, said his relationship with the coach goes back decades, when he was the priest at Rolovich’s church in California. He attended Thursday’s hearing in support of Rolovich’s Catholic faith, he said.
“When they called into question his Catholic faith early on, I wrote a letter saying I’ve known him, this is not something that he just discovered,” Daly said after the hearing. He added that Rolovich had consulted with him as he weighed the decision whether to seek vaccination.
Stockton said he believed in protecting the right of people to control what is put in their bodies, and that he applauded Rolovich for standing up for his principles.
Rolovich declined to comment after the hearing. Rice said he would file a written order with his decision about whether the discrimination lawsuit will proceed. | 2023-05-12T00:07:17+00:00 | seattletimes.com | https://www.seattletimes.com/sports/wsu-cougar-football/former-wsu-football-coach-nick-rolovich-asks-for-vaccine-related-firing-lawsuit-to-continue/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=Referral&utm_campaign=RSS_all |
Philip Baker Hall, of ‘Hard Eight,’ ‘Seinfeld,’ dies at 90
NEW YORK (AP) — Philip Baker Hall, the prolific character actor of film and theater who starred in Paul Thomas Anderson’s first movies and who memorably hunted down a long-overdue library book in “Seinfeld,” has died. He was 90.
Holly Wolfle Hall, the actor’s wife of nearly 40 years, on Monday said Hall died Sunday surrounded by loved ones in Glendale, California. She said Hall had been well until a few weeks earlier, and spent his final days in warm spirits, reflecting on his life.
“His voice at the end was still just as powerful,” said Wolfle Hall.
Born in Toledo, Ohio, Hall had been a well-traveled stage actor and bit-part presence in films and TV before a then-little-known Paul Thomas Anderson sought him out to star in his 1993 short film “Cigarettes & Coffee.” After the short, with Hall playing an itinerate gambler, made it into the Sundance Film Festival, Anderson expanded it into his feature debut, 1997′s “Hard Eight,” which catapulted Hall’s career. Anderson would cast him again in “Boogie Nights” and “Magnolia.”
To many, Hall was instantly recognizable for one of the most intense guest appearances on “Seinfeld.” In the 22nd episode of the sitcom in 1991, Hall played Lt. Joe Bookman, the library investigator who comes after Seinfeld for years-overdue copy of “Tropic of Cancer.” Hall played him like an old-school noir detective, telling Seinfeld: “Well, I got a flash for ya, Joy-boy: Party time is over.”
Hall’s other credits included playing Richard Nixon in Robert Altman’s 1984 drama “Secret Honor.” He had parts in “The Truman Show,” “The Insider,” “Zodiac,” “Argo” and “Rush Hour.”
Hall is survived by his wife, four daughters, four grandchildren and his brother.
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College Station Fire investigating early morning apartment fire
Published: May. 23, 2022 at 5:55 AM CDT|Updated: 3 hours ago
COLLEGE STATION, Texas (KBTX) - The College Station Fire Department is investigating an apartment fire in the 400 block of Harvey Road.
College Station Police say they received calls just after 4:00 a.m. about reports of smoke in the apartment. When firefighters arrived on scene, there was heavy smoke and an active fire according to CSPD.
Firefighters were able to put out the fire. No injures have been reported.
Structure Fire Working | THE PEARL (401 HARVEY) | Cross Streets: GEORGE BUSH DR E/STALLINGS DR | 04:03
— College Station Fire Incidents (@CSFDIncidents) May 23, 2022
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German company sells heat pump business to US firm Carrier
BERLIN (AP) — Germany’s Viessmann Group is selling its business with heat pumps, viewed as a key technology in making heating more climate-friendly, to Florida-based Carrier Global Corp. as part of a 12 billion-euro ($13.2 billion) deal.
The sale of Viessmann’s “climate solutions” business, which includes heat pumps and which both companies announced late Tuesday, comes as Germany is putting into place plans to phase out gas and oil heating systems as a way to curb global warming. Heat pumps are seen as important to weaning Germans off those systems.
German Vice Chancellor Robert Habeck, who is leading those plans, said the Viessmann deal showed that the market for heat pumps “is so attractive that it is drawing investment.” He said in a statement that the government would examine the deal.
“It is important that the advantages of our energy policy and profits that are made with it continue to benefit Germany as a location,” he said. “We will pay attention to this.”
Senior opposition lawmaker Jens Spahn, in comments to the RND newspaper group, accused the government of piling pressure on manufacturers to step up their production fast or risk losing market share to Asian competitors.
“Apparently foreign investors are needed for that,” he said, arguing that the government’s policies were leading to “a sell-off of the German heat pump.”
The deal entails Carrier paying 80% in cash and 20% in Carrier shares to Viessmann. It will see family-owned Viessmann become one of the biggest shareholders in Carrier, of Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. The German company’s CEO, Max Viessmann, will join Carrier’s board of directors when the deal is completed, which is expected around the end of the year.
Carrier, whose business activities include refrigeration, said the Viessmann climate solutions division will provide it with “an iconic, premium brand in the highest growth segment of the global heat pump and energy transition markets.”
Viessmann said the U.S. firm’s “global reach, broad product portfolio, financial strength and shared commitment to sustainability” would enable its business to “maximize our impact on Europe’s independent energy transition.”
The German company said the two sides have agreed to rule out layoffs for three years, and to guarantee the future of the Viessmann division’s major production, research and development sites for five years and its headquarters in the central German town of Allendorf for 10 years.
The division has about 11,000 employees. Viessmann said 106 million euros will be paid out to them as a one-time bonus marking “106 years of success” once the deal is completed.
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Jury is chosen to decide Florida school shooter’s sentence
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (AP) — A jury of seven men and five women was tentatively chosen Tuesday for a penalty trial to decide whether Florida school shooter Nikolas Cruz should be sentenced to death or get life in prison for the 2018 attack, capping a nearly three-month winnowing process that began with 1,800 candidates.
The jurors were picked from a final group of 53 candidates by prosecutors and defense attorneys. Those chosen survived three rounds of questioning that began on April 4 and dragged on through numerous delays caused by illnesses and other factors. Eight of 10 alternates were selected before Circuit Judge Elizabeth Scherer adjourned late Tuesday.
The jury will be finalized Wednesday. Both sides still have peremptory challenges that could change the main panel’s final makeup — the defense has two and the prosecution has six.
The jury will decide whether Cruz, 23, receives the death sentence or life in prison without parole for the murders of 14 students and three staff members at Parkland’s Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School on Feb. 14, 2018. Opening statements, originally expected in May, are now scheduled for July 18.
Cruz pleaded guilty in October to those murders and 17 counts of attempted murder, so the jurors will only decide his punishment. They must be unanimous for Cruz to get the death penalty — if at least one votes for life, that will be Cruz’s sentence.
The jurors currently on the main panel are two banking executives and two technology workers, a probation officer, a human resources professional and a Walmart store stock supervisor. Also included are a librarian, a medical claims adjuster, a legal assistant, a customs officer and a retired insurance executive. The defense used a late peremptory challenge as alternates were being chosen to remove a retired health care executive who had originally been seated on the main panel.
At least five currently seated are gun owners.
The panel will have a task never faced by a U.S. jury — no American mass shooter who killed at least 17 people has ever made it to trial. Nine others died during or immediately after their shooting attacks, killed either by police or themselves. The suspect in the 2019 slaying of 23 at a Walmart store in El Paso, Texas, is awaiting trial.
In the first phase of jury selection, the prospective panelists were simply asked if their employment and life circumstances would allow them to serve the four months the trial is expected to last. About 80% were eliminated because their employers wouldn’t pay them, they are self-employed, or they had school obligations or vacations planned.
In the second phase, the 300 remaining panelists were asked their opinions on the death penalty and whether they could be fair to Cruz. Finally, about 85 were asked about their lives and work histories, whether they could stomach seeing gruesome crime scene and autopsy photos and even if they play violent video games and believe white people have advantages in society not available to racial minorities.
The selection process was upended several times. One day, the sheriff’s deputies who guard the courtroom thought some potential jurors were about to attack Cruz and pulled him to safety as they quickly removed the threatening panelists. On another day, Scherer had to dismiss a group of potential jurors because one wore a T-shirt referencing the shooting that supported the victims and survivors. Selection also was delayed for two weeks when lead defense attorney Melisa McNeill contracted COVID-19.
The jurors will be exposed to graphic evidence, including crime scene and autopsy photos and tour the three-story classroom building where Cruz methodically stalked the halls, shooting at anyone in front of him and into classrooms. It has not been cleaned since the shooting and remains bloodstained and bullet-pocked, with Valentine’s Day gifts strewn about.
Copyright 2022 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. | 2022-06-29T01:27:44+00:00 | foxcarolina.com | https://www.foxcarolina.com/2022/06/28/jury-is-chosen-decide-florida-school-shooters-sentence/ |
WASHINGTON — It was the last chance for what many headlines dubbed a "once-in-a-lifetime" sight.
Thousands of people hit the beaches in Charleston, South Carolina on a partly cloudy August day, donning plastic-and-cardboard glasses and squinting up into the cloudy sky, hoping for a glimpse of the U.S.'s first total solar eclipse in decades. Others packed rooftops or lined the streets.
Reports from the time say there was no statewide estimate of visitors to South Carolina for the 2017 eclipse, which blotted out the sun for a narrow swath of land from Salem, Oregon to Charleston. While a Charleston official told The Post and Courier that the city and two beachfront parks saw less traffic and crowding than on the Fourth of July, the mayor of nearby McClellanville described larger-than-expected crowds that completely lined the streets.
"There was no way for us to predict the impact that this was going to have," said Explore Charleston VP Doug Warner. "Because we're on the ocean, we're the last point of when that eclipse left the United States ... so there really was an awful lot of focus on us."
Warner said Explore Charleston started planning for the eclipse about a year before it happened. On top of a marketing campaign and coordination with local hospitality businesses, the organization ordered 100,000 eclipse glasses to distribute at visitors' centers, hotels and restaurants.
"We did not have enough," Warner said. The specialized sunglasses, which are the only safe way to look directly at the sun during an eclipse, were in short supply for many last-minute searchers.
The U.S. will see its next total solar eclipse on April 8, 2024 — less than 7 years from what headlines in 2017 proclaimed "The Great American Eclipse." It'll sweep from Texas to Maine, bringing with it the last chance to see a solar eclipse from the U.S. for decades.
"If you're within an easy few hours of getting into the line of totality, you need to take the opportunity to do it," said KSDK meteorologist Scott Connell. "I mean, it is something you will never ever forget."
Connell covered the 2017 eclipse from St. Louis, which is near the spot where the two eclipses' paths cross — giving residents the rare chance to see two total solar eclipses from home.
"Most people aren't going to get to see (a total solar eclipse) in the world. You're very lucky if you get to see something like this," he said.
According to a recent map from NASA, the entire contiguous U.S. will have the chance to see a partial eclipse during the 2024 event. The effect will be less dramatic the further you are from the eclipse's path. Even a spot with just a sliver of sun visible will be a different experience from true totality, Connell said.
One factor that's hard to plan for: Weather. While many cities and tourists will make their plans far in advance, weather forecasts won't have much certainty until one week out — a situation eclipse-watchers in Charleston may remember well.
"There was a pretty dramatic storm moving in, coming from the west to the east," Warner said. "The clouds were really building as it got dark, including a lot of electricity."
But, he said, it was "spectacular." | 2023-04-10T22:55:25+00:00 | wthr.com | https://www.wthr.com/article/news/nation-world/2024-total-solar-eclipse-us-planning-past-eclipse/507-09f13c25-fcda-4b31-9220-19f6616afbfc |
AZMARIN, Syria (AP) — A powerful 7.8 magnitude earthquake rocked wide swaths of Turkey and Syria early Monday, toppling hundreds of buildings and killing more than 1,300 people. Hundreds were still believed to be trapped under rubble, and the toll was expected to rise as rescue workers searched mounds of wreckage in cities and towns across the area.
On both sides of the border, residents jolted out of sleep by the pre-dawn quake rushed outside on a cold, rainy and snowy night. Buildings were reduce to piles of pancaked floors, while major aftershocks, some nearly as strong as the first, continued.
Rescue workers and residents in multiple cities searched for survivors, working through tangles of metal and concrete. A hospital in Turkey collapsed, and patients, including newborns, were evacuated from facilities in Syria.
In the Turkish city of Adana, one resident said three buildings near his home were toppled. “I don’t have the strength anymore,” one survivor could be heard calling out from beneath the rubble as rescue workers tried to reach him, said the resident, journalism student Muhammet Fatih Yavus.
“Because the debris removal efforts are continuing in many buildings in the earthquake zone, we do not know how high the number of dead and injured will rise,” Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said. “Our hope is that we recover from this disaster with the least loss of life possible."
The quake, felt as far away as Cairo, was centered north of Gaziantep, a Turkish provincial capital.
It struck a region that has been shaped on both sides of the border by more than a decade of civil war in Syria. On the Syrian side, the swath affected is divided between government-held territory and the country’s last opposition-held enclave, which is surrounded by Russian-backed government forces. Turkey, meanwhile, is home to millions of refugees from that conflict.
The opposition-held regions in Syria are packed with some 4 million people displaced from other parts of the country by the fighting. Many of them live in buildings that are already wrecked from past bombardments. Hundreds of families remained trapped in rubble, the opposition emergency organization, called the White Helmets, said in a statement.
Strained health facilities and hospitals were quickly filled with wounded, rescue workers said. Others had to be emptied, including a maternity hospital, according to the SAMS medical organization.
The region sits on top of major fault lines and is frequently shaken by earthquakes. Some 18,000 were killed in a similarly powerful earthquakes that hit northwest Turkey in 1999. The U.S. Geological Survey measured Monday's quake at 7.8. At least 20 aftershocks followed, authorities said, including one that measured 7.5.
Buildings were reported collapsed in a wide area extending from Syria’s cities of Aleppo and Hama to Turkey’s Diyarbakir, more than 330 kilometers (200 miles) to the northeast. Nearly 3,000 buildings came down in Turkey, according to Erdogan. A hospital collapsed in the Mediterranean coastal city of Iskanderoun, but casualties were not immediately known, his vice president Fuat Oktay, said.
Offers of help — from search-and-rescue teams to medical supplies and money — poured in from dozens of countries, as well as the European Union and NATO.
In Turkey, people trying to leave the quake-stricken regions caused traffic jams, hampering efforts of emergency teams trying to reach the affected areas. Authorities urged residents not to take to the roads. Mosques around the region were opened to provide shelter for people unable to return to damaged homes amid temperatures that hovered around freezing.
The quake heavily damaged Gaziantep’s most famed landmark, its historic castle perched atop a hill in the center of the city. Parts of the fortresses’ walls and watch towers were leveled and other parts heavily damaged, images from the city showed.
In Diyarbakir, hundreds of rescue workers and civilians formed lines across a mountain of wreckage, passing down broken concrete pieces, household belongings and other debris as they searched for trapped survivors while excavators dug through the rubble below.
In northwest Syria, the quake added new woes to the opposition-held enclave centered on the province of Idlib, which has been under siege for years, with frequent Russian and government airstrikes. The territory depends on a flow of aid from nearby Turkey for everything from food to medical supplies.
The opposition’s Syrian Civil Defense described the situation there as “disastrous.”
In the small Syrian rebel-held town of Azmarin in the mountains by the Turkish border, the bodies of several dead children, wrapped in blankets, were brought to a hospital.
The Directorate-General of Antiquities and Museums in Syira said the earthquake has caused some damage to the Crusader-built Marqab, or Watchtower Castle, on a hill overlooking the Mediterranean. Part of a tower and parts of some walls collapsed.
The USGS said the quake was centered about 33 kilometers (20 miles) from Gaziantep. It was 18 kilometers (11 miles) deep.
More than 900 people were killed in 10 Turkish provinces, with more than 5,400 injured, according to Turkey's president. The death toll in government-held areas of Syria climbed over 330 people, with some 1,000 injured, according to the Health Ministry. In rebel-held areas, more than 200 people were killed, according to the White Helmets, though the SAMS medical organization put the toll at more than 135; both said hundreds were hurt.
In Damascus, buildings shook and many people went down to the streets in fear. The quake jolted residents in Lebanon from beds, shaking buildings for about 40 seconds. Many residents of Beirut left their homes and took to the streets or drove in their cars away from buildings, terrorized by memories of the 2020 port explosion that wrecked a large portion of the city.
Huseyin Yayman, a legislator from Turkey's Hatay province, said several of his family members were stuck under the rubble of their collapsed homes.
“There are so many other people who are also trapped,” he told HaberTurk television by telephone. “There are so many buildings that have been damaged. People are on the streets. It’s raining, it’s winter.” | 2023-02-06T12:43:36+00:00 | ksby.com | https://www.ksby.com/news/powerful-quake-rocks-turkey-and-syria-kills-more-than-1-300 |
US Army soldier killed in bear attack on Alaska base
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (KTUU) - A U.S. Army soldier has died following a bear attack that occurred during a training exercise at Alaska’s Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson.
JBER Spokesperson Erin Eaton wrote in a press release that while training in an area west of the Anchorage Regional Landfill, a soldier was attacked by a bear and died from the injuries, KTUU reports.
The 673d Security Forces Squadron initially responded to the incident, and Alaska Wildlife Troopers are still searching for the bear involved in the attack.
JBER officials say more information about the incident will be announced as it becomes available, and the name of the soldier who died will be released pending next-of-kin notification.
Copyright 2022 KTUU via Gray Media Group, Inc. All rights reserved. | 2022-05-11T04:19:11+00:00 | live5news.com | https://www.live5news.com/2022/05/11/us-army-soldier-killed-bear-attack-alaska-base/ |
WASHINGTON (AP) — House Republicans kicked off an investigation Monday into the origins of COVID-19 by issuing a series of letters to current and former Biden administration officials for documents and testimony.
The Republican chairmen of the House Oversight Committee and the subcommittee on the coronavirus pandemic requested information from several people, including Dr. Anthony Fauci, surrounding the hypothesis that the coronavirus leaked accidentally from a Chinese lab.
“This investigation must begin with where and how this virus came about so that we can attempt to predict, prepare or prevent it from happening again,” Rep. Brad Wenstrup, R-Ohio, chair of the virus subcommittee, said in a statement.
Rep. James Comer, R-Tenn., chairman of the oversight committee, added that Republicans will “follow the facts” and "hold U.S. government officials that took part in any sort of cover-up accountable.”
The letters to Fauci, National Intelligence Director Avril Haines, Health Secretary Xavier Beccera and others are the latest effort by the new Republican majority to make good on promises made during the 2022 midterms campaign.
Wenstrup, who is also a longtime member of the House Intelligence Committee, has accused U.S. intelligence of withholding key facts about its investigation into the coronavirus. Republicans on the committee last year issued a staff report arguing that there are “indications” that the virus may have been developed as a bioweapon inside the China's Wuhan Institute of Virology.
That would contradict a U.S. intelligence community assessment released in unclassified form in August 2021 that said analysts do not believe the virus was a bioweapon, though it may have leaked in a lab accident.
The letters sent Monday do not require the cooperation of recipients. But in announcing the Republican staff report in December, Wenstrup said that lawmakers would issue subpoenas if potential witnesses didn't cooperate.
It is extremely difficult for scientists to establish definitively how diseases emerge, but studies by experts around the world have determined that COVID-19 most likely emerged from a live animal market in Wuhan, China.
Initially dismissed by most public health experts and government officials, the hypothesis that COVID-19 originated from an accidental lab leak began to receive scrutiny after President Joe Biden ordered an investigation into the matter in May 2021.
The 90-day review was meant to push American intelligence agencies to collect more information and review what they already had. Former State Department officials under President Donald Trump had publicly pushed for further investigation into virus origins, as had scientists and the World Health Organization. But the review proved to be inconclusive, with intelligence agencies saying that barring an unforeseen breakthrough, they wouldn't be able to conclude the origin either way.
Many scientists, including Fauci, who until December served as Biden’s chief medical adviser, say they still believe the virus most likely emerged in nature and jumped from animals to humans, a well-documented phenomenon known as a spillover event. Virus researchers have not publicly identified any key new scientific evidence that might make the lab-leak hypothesis more likely.
But Republicans have accused Fauci of lying to Congress when he denied in May that the National Institutes of Health funded “gain of function” research — the practice of enhancing a virus in a lab to study its potential impact in the real world — at a virology lab in Wuhan. Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, even urged Attorney General Merrick Garland to appoint a special prosecutor to investigate Fauci’s statements.
Fauci, who served as the country’s top infectious disease expert under both Republican and Democratic presidents, has called the GOP criticism nonsense.
Cruz and Sen. Rand Paul, R-Ky., have previously said that an October 2021 letter from NIH to Congress contradicts Fauci. But no clear evidence or scientific consensus exists that “gain of function” research was funded by NIH, and there is no link between U.S.-funded research to the emergence of COVID-19. NIH has repeatedly maintained that its funding did not go to such research involving boosting the infectivity and lethality of a pathogen.
Nonetheless, Fauci indicated in November that he would “cooperate fully and testify” if Republicans followed through with their plans to investigate COVID's origin.
“I have no trouble testifying — we can defend and explain everything that we’ve said," he told reporters during a White House briefing last year. | 2023-02-13T23:59:23+00:00 | ourmidland.com | https://www.ourmidland.com/news/politics/article/gop-launches-probe-into-covid-origins-with-letter-17782306.php |
DENVER (KDVR) — Lightning hit a home in Wheat Ridge Wednesday, causing a hole in the roof, multiple holes in the ceiling, as well as other damage.
Photos shared by West Metro Fire Rescue showed the damage done to the home, which is located in the 3800 block of Everett Street.
The force of the strike also blew out the plugs of an electrical outlet, charring the wall.
Because the strike also compromised the wiring, the family living in the home will have to stay somewhere else until it is fixed.
How common is lightning in Colorado?
According to the National Weather Service, the Centennial State ranks 19th in the nation between 2009-2018 for the number of cloud-to-ground lightning flashes.
Lightning strikes have been known to cause wildfires, knock out power and even cause death.
“Based on data since 1980, lightning causes 2 fatalities and 12 injuries per year in the State of Colorado,” the NWS site says.
The NWS says there is an average of 500,000 lightning strikes in the state per year. The county with the highest number of deaths and injuries due to lightning is El Paso County, according to NWS. | 2023-05-24T23:06:02+00:00 | kdvr.com | https://kdvr.com/news/local/lightning-hits-wheat-ridge-home-causes-holes-in-roof-and-ceiling/ |
On the 60th anniversary of John F. Kennedy’s moonshot speech, President Biden came to the Kennedy Library in Boston to supercharge his campaign to cut cancer deaths in half over the next 25 years.
The event on Monday renewed efforts initially spearheaded by Biden in 2016 when he was vice president, and restarted in February 2022. Standing in a room of patients, medical experts, and politicians, he said that the long-term goal would be to cure cancers once and for all.
“President Kennedy called for a moonshot,” he said. “We didn’t have all the tools and experience we needed. With our cancer moonshot today, we do.”
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Biden’s speech echoed Kennedy’s commitment to scientific advancement and technological innovation that helped land a man on the moon in 1969.
On Monday, Biden detailed a vision that included vaccines that could prevent cancer and molecular “zip codes” that could deliver drugs and gene therapies to the right place. He envisioned a blood test that could detect cancer early, and a single shot that could replace grueling chemotherapy treatments.
The commitment to battling cancer is deeply personal to Biden, who lost his son Beau to brain cancer in 2015. He remarked that after Beau’s death, Ted Kennedy’s wife, Vicki Kennedy, wrote to him. She recalled that after John Kennedy died, Kennedy’s father wrote a letter remarking that when a loved one’s life is cut short, it makes you wonder what you’ll accomplish with the rest of yours.
“For so many of us, that’s what we’re trying to do. Live a life worthy of the loved ones we have lost, and the loved ones we can save,” Biden said.
As part of the effort, Biden announced that Dr. Renee Wegrzyn, an executive at Ginkgo Bioworks of Boston, will be the inaugural director of the Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health, which will focus on biomedical research and innovation.
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While some in health care have expressed skepticism that cancer deaths could be cut so dramatically in so short a time, Dr. Bill Hahn, executive vice president and chief operating officer at the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, said there was no better time to double down on the moonshot initiative, given the discoveries of the human genome, the advent of immunotherapy, and the promise of advances in early detection.
Those efforts could address cancers that have been incredibly challenging to confront, such as pancreatic cancer and brain tumors. In 2022, the American Cancer Society estimates, 1.9 million new cancer cases will be diagnosed and 609,360 people will die of cancer diseases.
“We’re at an important juncture where a lot of progress has been made and there’s a lot of potential, but there’s a lot of hard work that will require more than the usual people involved. His vision is just in line with what is needed,” said Hahn, after attending Biden’s speech.
Biden also signed an executive order to launch a National Biotechnology and Biomanufacturing Initiative, aimed at boosting domestic biomanufacturing and identifying research and development needs in bioscience and biotechnology.
The president’s Cancer Cabinet, formed seven months ago to help realize a vision of eradicating cancer as we know it, has also been busy, noting that the National Cancer Institute launched a national trial for multicancer detection through blood tests. Research is also progressing with a program, created by the Department of Defense, to better understand the links between cancer and military toxic exposure.
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The cancer moonshot was launched in early 2016, when President Barack Obama announced that Biden would lead the initiative. While out of office, Biden and his wife, Jill Biden, founded the Biden Cancer Initiative, a nonprofit that worked to coordinate new approaches to cancer medicine with multiple organizations.
In February, Biden relaunched the moonshot initiative with a new goal — reducing cancer death rates by 50 percent by 2047 and improving the experience for cancer patients and families.
Biden’s cancer moonshot echos the war on cancer launched by President Richard Nixon, who in a December 1971 address said that “the same kind of concentrated effort that split the atom and took man to the moon should be turned toward conquering this dread disease.”
In October 2016, speaking at the Edward M. Kennedy Institute for the US Senate, next door to the JFK library, Biden remarked that progress on Nixon’s vision was slow-going but technological advancements, many of which occurred in Boston, had changed the outlook.
Kate Walsh, chief executive of Boston Medical Center, who also attended Monday’s speech, said she was struck by the idea of bringing the power of the US government behind the challenge, especially to focus on reducing the disparities in care and outcomes. She also noted Biden’s comments that health systems had to smooth the experience for families going through the disease.
Katie Murphy, president of the Massachusetts Nurses Association and a nurse at Brigham and Women’s Hospital, said the focus on cancer would propel progress in other diseases.
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Lisa Lacasse, president of the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network, said she appreciated that Biden’s focus was on more than just research and treatments, but also on screenings and the broader continuum of care.
Biden’s speech was also well attended by many in Boston politics, including US Secretary of Labor Martin J. Walsh, a child cancer survivor; US representatives Stephen Lynch, Ayanna Pressley, Lori Trahan, and Jake Auchincloss; state Senate President Karen Spilka; and Boston Mayor Michelle Wu.
As he set out a broad vision, Biden met with those who were confronting cancer more immediately. Dr. Daphne Haas-Kogan, chair of the Department of Radiation Oncology at Dana-Farber Brigham Cancer Center, said she saw her own patient, who is battling a brain cancer, seated in front of her. Her eyes were red, and the patient told her said she had wept on Biden’s shoulder.
“He handed her his handkerchief and she was holding on to it for dear life, saying, ‘This will be my good luck charm,’” Haas-Kogan said. “To think such an important leader touched her in such a personal way brought me to tears. It was really something.”
Jessica Bartlett can be reached at jessica.bartlett@globe.com. Follow her on Twitter @ByJessBartlett. | 2022-09-13T02:14:44+00:00 | bostonglobe.com | https://www.bostonglobe.com/2022/09/12/metro/channeling-jfk-boston-visit-biden-breathes-new-life-into-cancer-moonshot/ |
Public launch powers decentralized exchange WOOFi DEX and outlines roadmap
NASSAU, Bahamas, Oct. 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Orderly Network, a robust decentralized trading infrastructure that offers permissionless spot and futures order-book trading, built on the NEAR blockchain is coming to the mainnet on October 11th. The scheduled launch will power decentralized exchange WOOFi DEX with Orderly's order book infrastructure, allowing pro traders access to deep liquidity.
"This launch comes after our successful testnet, which generated over 75,000 users in just ten weeks, $2.2billion WOOFi DEX volume, and 764,000 on-chain transactions. Starting with WOOFi DEX, we will offer centralized finance-level trading infrastructure by leveraging the experiences of our incubator WOO Network and NEAR in building trading platforms and decentralized exchanges," said Ran Yi, Co-founder at Orderly Network.
Along with the launch, Orderly Network also outlined its roadmap of innovations that are coming to the infrastructure including perpetual swaps, on-chain order-book, community pool, lending and borrowing, and swap functionality, among others.
"We have also outlined our roadmap that is aligned with our goal of providing the most robust liquidity layer infrastructure for any (decentralized apps) dApps to build on. The steps that we are taking will further break down the barrier to entry for building (decentralized finance) DeFi applications while advancing the overall offering of DeFi on NEAR," Yi said.
"We're excited for the Orderly Network team's mainnet launch on NEAR," said NEAR Co-Founder Illia Polosukhin. "Orderly takes a unique approach, bringing self-custody and composability to a DEX while keeping the exchange user experience on par with custodial analogs. This can become the new fairer, faster standard of trading and open up more use cases in the NEAR DeFi ecosystem.
In July this year, Orderly Network raised more than USD20 million from strategic investment rounds from a group of crypto venture heavyweights and a financial institution, including Pantera Capital, Dragonfly Capital, and Sequoia China.
To ensure that trading pairs are liquid after Orderly's public launch, market makers AlphaGrep, Kronos Research, and LedgerPrime will provide the initial liquidity. To further enhance liquidity, Orderly Network will launch community lending pools where token holders can lend assets to market makers while enjoying a single-sided liquidity provision with sustainable yields.
As DeFi rapidly evolves, Orderly Network strives to fulfill the needs of pro traders and institutional clients by providing infallible access to digital assets. Leveraging top 10 crypto exchange WOO Network, and NEAR, a leading public layer-1 blockchain for a wide array of dApps, Orderly enables traders to execute orders directly utilizing smart contracts while providing desired flexibility with order sizes and pricing.
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DETROIT - On Wednesday, the Detroit Tigers get set to take on the New York Mets in a doubleheader, part of their three-game series.
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The reason for another two-gamer for the Tigers was because of more of that lovely weather that has been around the region for the past couple of weeks.
The Tigers are coming off a rough series in the first half of this current stretch at Comerica Park. Though they had their moments against the Baltimore Orioles, but they were unable to get the job done, losing three of the four games. Detroit’s offense was a little more prevalent than in some past games, averaging 4.5 runs per game against the O’s.
Coming into Wednesday, they sit in third place in the American League Central, 2.5 games back of the Cleveland Guardians for second, and six back of the division-leading Minnesota Twins.
The Mets are also in the midst of a battle in their division. They are coming off a big series with the Atlanta Braves, who New York is chasing in the National League East. After losing two in the three-game set, the Mets are second in the division, 3.5 games back of the Braves.
This will be the first time the Mets and Tigers have met since the 2019 season.
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New York Mets (16-13) vs. Detroit Tigers (10-17)
When: Wednesday, May 3
Where: Comerica Park (Detroit, Mich.)
Channel: Bally Sports Detroit
Stream: FuboTV (Free Trial), DirecTV Stream
GAME 1
Time: 1:40 p.m. ET
- PROBABLE STARTERS
- DET: Joey Wentz (0-3, 6.45 ERA)
- NYM: Joey Lucchesi (1-0, 2.19 ERA)
GAME 2
Time: 6:40 p.m. ET
- PROBABLE STARTERS
- DET: Michael Lorenzen (0-1, 7.07 ERA)
- NYM: Max Scherzer (2-1, 3.72 ERA)
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Stream Tigers games live: FuboTV (Free Trial), DirecTV Stream | 2023-05-03T10:03:50+00:00 | mlive.com | https://www.mlive.com/tigers/2023/05/how-to-watch-the-new-york-mets-vs-detroit-tigers-mlb-5323-channel-stream-preview.html |
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NEWPORT BEACH, Calif., July 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Pardon is proud to announce the launch of Optimism Digital, the organization's in-house professional services firm. Optimism Digital equips the organization's growing collection of digital media brands with the tools, partnerships, and insights needed to become profitable and thriving ventures.
Pardon assembled the Optimism Digital team with specialists from across its portfolio of companies to provide specialized services to meet the unique needs of each in-house digital media brand, while also leading enterprise-wide initiatives. Optimism Digital's main areas of focus include Advertising Sales & Partnerships, Revenue Operations, Data & Analytics, and Marketing & Growth.
Peter Chang, who has been named the Chief Operating Officer of Optimism Digital, will lead the organization. Peter was previously the Chief Revenue Officer of Likemind (a Pardon company) and has over 20 years of leadership experience in the digital media and advertising industries for leading firms including Content IQ (a division of Perion), Lifescript, Experian, SpinMedia, and IAC. Rounding out the leadership team is Tyler Paschke (Vice President, Analytics & Growth) and Jason Terry (Vice President, Revenue Operations).
"I am excited to build Optimism Digital and so grateful to the Pardon team for entrusting us to help drive our digital media brands with rapid growth," said Peter Chang. "The ability to service the individual needs of our unique digital media brands while unlocking enterprise-wide opportunities incorporates the best of both worlds."
"Pardon's digital media portfolio is our flagship operation, a set of engaging brands that reach 12 million readers every month. We've already seen that these brands have benefited tremendously from the skill and expertise of this team, and we are thrilled to formally launch Optimism Digital as a dedicated venture as our entire portfolio grows," said Nicholas Pardon, Founder of Pardon.
Pardon is a modern family office and venture studio creating brands that transform how people see the world. As a team of creative-minded entrepreneurs, we conceptualize and launch ventures that foster community, encourage new ways of thinking, and create the space for positive change to occur. Pardon's original ventures include a digital travel magazine, an uplifting daily news publication, and a collection of media brands that spark wonder and curiosity, all of which are enjoyed by millions of readers every day.
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SOURCE Pardon, Inc. | 2022-07-13T15:17:36+00:00 | wsfa.com | https://www.wsfa.com/prnewswire/2022/07/13/pardon-announces-launch-optimism-digital/ |
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