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WASHINGTON (AP) — A defiant House Speaker Kevin McCarthy said Wednesday the debt ceiling standoff was “not my fault” as he sent Republican negotiators to the White House to finish out talks, but warned the two sides need more time as they try to reach a budget deal with President Joe Biden.
McCarthy said he remained optimistic they could reach an agreement before a deadline as soon as next week, when the Treasury Department could run out of cash to pay its bills. Financial markets are teetering as Washington edges closer to a debt default crisis that would be unprecedented in modern times, sending shockwaves around the globe.
Late in the day, Fitch Ratings agency placed the United States’ AAA credit on “ratings watch negative,” warning of a possible downgrade because of what it called the brinkmanship and political partisanship over lifting the debt ceiling.
The White House blamed the Republicans led by McCarthy for risking a devastating default that would hit “every single part of the country” as they demand “extreme” spending cuts that would hurt millions of Americans.
“We’re not going to default,” McCarthy, R-Calif., assured.
The Republican speaker said the negotiators “made some progress” at the White House. “I want to work as hard as we can and not stop.”
Debt ceiling negotiations are locked on a classic problem that has divided and disrupted Washington before, particularly the last time Republicans used the borrowing limit as leverage to extract priorities a decade ago: Republicans want to roll back federal government spending, while Biden and other Democrats do not.
From the White House, Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre decried what the administration called a “manufactured crisis” set in motion by Republicans pushing “extreme proposals” that would hurt “every single part of the country, whether you’re in a red state or a blue state.”
Time is short to strike a deal. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen said Wednesday that “it seems almost certain” that the United States would not make it past early June without defaulting. That would be catastrophic, as the government risks running out of cash to pay its bills as soon as June 1.
“We are seeing some stress already in Treasury markets,” Yellen said at a Wall Street Journal event.
Failure to raise the nation’s debt ceiling, now at $31 trillion, would risk a potentially chaotic federal default, almost certain to inflict economic turmoil at home and abroad. Anxious retirees and social service groups are among those making default contingency plans.
While Biden has ruled out, for now, invoking the 14th Amendment to raise the debt limit on his own, Democrats in the House announced they have all signed on to a legislative “discharge” process that would force a debt ceiling vote. But they need five Republicans to break with their party and tip the majority to set the plan forward.
“Sign the bill!” Democrats yelled on the House floor after Republican Majority Leader Steve Scalise, R-La., announced lawmakers could keep plans to recess on Thursday, but could be called back for votes.
Dragging into a third week, the negotiations over raising the nation’s debt limit were never supposed to arrive at this point.
The White House insisted early on it was unwilling to barter over the need to pay the nation’s bills, demanding that Congress simply lift the ceiling as it has done many times before with no strings attached.
The newly elected speaker visited Biden at the Oval Office in February, urging the president to come to the negotiating table on a budget package that would reduce spending and the nation’s ballooning deficits in exchange for the vote to allow future debt.
Cheered on by a hard-charging conservative House majority that hoisted him to power, McCarthy was not swayed by a White House counter-offer to freeze spending instead. “A freeze is not going to work,” McCarthy said.
“We have to spend less than we spent last year. That is the starting point.”
Negotiations are focused on finding agreement on a 2024 budget year limit. Republicans have set aside their demand to roll back spending to 2022 levels, but say that next year’s government spending must be less than it is now. But the White House instead offered to freeze spending at current 2023 numbers.
By sparing defense and some veterans accounts from reductions, the Republicans would shift the bulk of spending reductions to other federal programs, an approach that breaks a tradition in Congress of budget cap parity.
Agreement on that topline spending level is vital. It would enable McCarthy to deliver spending restraints for conservatives while not being so severe that it would chase off the Democratic votes that would be needed in the divided Congress to pass any bill.
But what, if anything, Democrats would get if they agreed to deeper spending cuts than Biden’s team has proposed is uncertain.
McCarthy and his Republican negotiators said what the Democrats get is a debt ceiling increase — typically something both parties take responsibility for doing.
“The problem is not the White House. The problem is Kevin McCarthy and the extreme Republicans,” said Rep. Pramila Jayapal, D-Wash., the chair of the progressive caucus. “They are the ones holding this economy hostage, that are putting all these cuts on the American people.” The White House has continued to argue that deficits can be reduced by ending tax breaks for wealthier households and some corporations, but McCarthy said he told the president at their February meeting that raising revenue from tax hikes is off the table.
The negotiators are now also debating the duration of a 1% cap on annual spending growth going forward, with Republicans dropping their demand for a 10-year cap to six years, but the White House offering only one year, for 2025.
Republicans, however, are pushing additional priorities as the negotiators focus on the $100 billion-plus difference between the 2022 and 2023 spending plans as a place to cut.
They want to beef up work requirements for government aid to recipients of food stamps, cash assistance and the Medicaid health care program that the Biden administration says would impact millions of people who depend on assistance.
All sides have been eyeing the potential for the package to include a framework to ease federal regulations and speed energy project developments. They are all but certain to claw back some $30 billion in unspent COVID-19 funds now that the pandemic emergency has officially been lifted.
The White House has countered by keeping defense and nondefense spending flat next year, which would save $90 billion in the 2024 budget year and $1 trillion over 10 years.
McCarthy promised lawmakers he will abide by the rule to post any bill for 72 hours before voting, making any action doubtful until the weekend — just days before the potential deadline. The Senate would also have to pass the package before it could go to Biden’s desk to be signed.
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Associated Press writers Seung Min Kim, Fatima Hussein, Kevin Freking, Darlene Superville and Mary Clare Jalonick contributed to this report. | 2023-05-25T19:45:14+00:00 | everythinglubbock.com | https://www.everythinglubbock.com/news/politics/ap-mccarthy-says-debt-ceiling-standoff-not-my-fault-as-white-house-warns-of-economic-risks/ |
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) _ The winning numbers in Tuesday evening's drawing of the Texas Lottery's "Pick 3 Night" game were:
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AUSTIN, Texas (AP) _ The winning numbers in Tuesday evening's drawing of the Texas Lottery's "Pick 3 Night" game were:
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(four, four, seven; FIREBALL: zero) | 2022-12-14T05:05:35+00:00 | sfgate.com | https://www.sfgate.com/lottery/article/Winning-numbers-drawn-in-Pick-3-Night-game-17652708.php |
On April 18, the ASUW Senate met to discuss two previously introduced resolutions, R-29-13 and R-29-6, and heard the first readings of three other pieces of legislation.
The gist:
The three new pieces of legislation all come from primary sponsor senator Andrew Line, the senate representative of the Residential Community Student Association, and aim to improve student life.
The senate voted on R-29-13, the resolution calling to amend Executive Order No. 31, to move to the Academic and Administrative Affairs Committee.
R-29-6, the resolution seeking for UW to formally condemn the Russian invasion of Ukraine, continues to stump the senate, and didn’t move to a committee.
On improving student life
The three pieces of legislation that were introduced to the senate — R-29-14, R-29-15, and R-29-16 — all seek to improve student life in some manner. The first two resolutions address student safety by calling for additional lights and an additional safety officer on campus, respectively, while the third resolution would see Housing & Food Services (HFS) increase the options for healthy food on campus.
The resolutions were formed by senators that represent HFS halls, after they heard complaints about on-campus issues that their constituents were facing.
“The lights are not sufficient for [students] to see,” senator Haley Chee, a representative from Terry Hall, said. “They feel unsafe.”
Resolution R-29-15 brought about more debate, as the senate discussed whether an additional campus safety officer would help address the larger issue of student safety. Ultimately, all three resolutions successfully moved to the On-Campus, Off-Campus, and General Affairs Committees, respectively.
Amending Executive Order No. 31
R-29-13, a resolution introduced to the senate last week that seeks for UW to amend Executive Order No. 31, was successfully moved on to the Academic and Administrative Affairs Committee. The resolution would strike several passages from the executive order to ensure UW is adhering to the Davis Standard, a free speech standard established in the Supreme Court ruling of Davis v. Monroe County Board of Education.
The executive order outlines UW standards of nondiscrimination and affirmative action and details how UW addresses cases of discrimination among all people affiliated with UW. It also provides specific definitions for the terms “discrimination,” “harassment,” and “retaliation.”
R-29-13 specifically targets three sections in the executive order, including the first section, which states that UW has the ultimate authority to take action during cases of inappropriate conduct, regardless of “whether the conduct rises to the level of unlawful discrimination, harassment, or retaliation.” The resolution calls this passage a violation of both the Davis Standard and the First Amendment rights of students, and hopes to make Executive Order No. 31 less vague.
“This policy is a travesty and it gives way too much power to the institution, [and] doesn’t give much power to the students,” senator Liam Solberg, the primary sponsor of the bill, said.
Several senators raised issues with R-29-13, including senator Rohini Kilaru, who pointed out that the resolution doesn’t address any previous legislation the senate has passed on free speech. Kilaru brought up R-20-4, a resolution passed in 2013 which condemns “free speech zones” and all methods that violate students’ free speech on campus.
After Solberg explained how R-29-13’s sponsors would work with a committee to include more information in the resolution, the senate sent the resolution onward. The Academic and Administrative Affairs Committee will continue reviewing the resolution next week.
The ASUW Senate meets every Tuesday from 5 to 7 p.m. in Smith 120 and over Zoom. The link to their meetings can be found on their website.
Reach reporter Shira Zur at news@dailyuw.com. Twitter: @shira__zur
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NEW YORK, Oct. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Student Leadership Network (SL Network) will host its 15th (Em)Power Breakfast on October 12th, celebrating 25 years of the organization's students and their accomplishments. The annual gathering of more than 450 guests will celebrate the achievements of students impacted by six The Young Women's Leadership Schools (TYWLS) in New York City and 18 Young Women's Leadership Network (YWLN) schools nationwide. The event also recognizes business and philanthropic leaders for their continued commitment to disrupting the cycle of poverty through equalizing education.
Deborah Roberts, ABC News Senior National Affairs Correspondent, will serve as Mistress of Ceremony for this year's milestone event as notable friends of the Network will honor three exceptional alumnae who have gone on to do impactful work in their communities and industries nationwide.
- Mayor Eric Adams has dedicated his life to giving back to his city and giving a voice to a diverse coalition of working families in all five boroughs. In 2021, Adams was elected mayor on the agenda of improving public safety, growing the economy, reducing inequality, and building a stronger, healthier city for all New Yorkers. He will be honoring TYWLS alumna Seantell Campbell who was born and raised in East Harlem and attended TYWLS East Harlem 7th to12th grade. In 2020 she Co-Founded The Barrio Fridge on 106th Street between First Avenue and Second Avenue. Open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, The Barrio Fridge is an actual refrigerator on the sidewalk stocked with fresh fruits, vegetables, non-perishable goods, and prepared meals donated from all over for anyone who needs them.
- Mary Schmidt Campbell, Ph.D., is president emerita of Spelman College, a leading women's college dedicated to the education and global leadership of Black women. Before coming to Spelman, she served for over two decades as dean of New York University's Tisch School of the Arts. She will be honoring TYWLS alumna Jahleese Hadley, who graduated from The Young Women's Leadership School of East Harlem in 2006 and went on to get her B.A. in African American Studies from Smith College. Jahleese has spent the last 6 years building the college access program at YWLN affiliate school, The Girls Leadership Academy of Wilmington in Wilmington, NC. She was honored to help design the state-of-the-art culinary teaching lab at GLOW that students learn and work in daily.
- Lynn Nottage is a playwright, screenwriter, and the first woman in history to win two Pulitzer Prizes for Drama. Her recent work includes the libretto for Intimate Apparel the Opera, the book for MJ The Musical, and Clyde's. Other work includes Sweat (Pulitzer Prize, Obie Award, Susan Smith Blackburn Award), Mlima's Tale (Lortel Award Nomination, Outer Critics Circle Nomination), Meet Vera Stark (Drama Desk Nomination, Lilly Award), and Ruined (Pulitzer Prize, Obie Award, Lortel Award). She was also a writer and producer on the first season of the Netflix series,She's Gotta Have It, directed by Spike Lee. She will honor Kara Young, a graduate of The Young Women's Leadership School of East Harlem. Kara made her Broadway debut in Lynn Nottage's Clyde's, for which she received a Tony nomination for Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play and a Drama Desk Nomination for Outstanding Featured Actress. She recently received the inaugural Florence Mills Rising Star Award at the first ever Black Women on Broadway ceremony, the Clarence Derwent Award from Actors Equity for promising performance of the season, and a Theater World Award for her debut Broadway performance.
"For 25 years, we have worked towards removing barriers to higher education by helping students gain access to resources and develop leadership skills that help prepare them for success in college and beyond. What started as a trailblazing NYC public all-girls school in 1996 has grown to a network of 24 public all-girls schools, nationwide. Today we impact approximately 20,000 students annually, supporting them to access educational opportunities that help them fulfill their dreams." said Ann Rubenstein Tisch, SL Network Founder and President. "When The Young Women's Leadership School (TYWLS) of East Harlem first opened its doors in 1996, it was groundbreaking in its mission to provide girls from underserved communities with the same college preparatory opportunities and resources as students who attend the city's elite private schools. With the support of programs that inspire and empower the whole girl, TYWLS students and alumnae continue to shine as leaders in their schools, communities, and nationwide."
Nearly 100% of TYWLS students graduate from high school each year, with graduates securing an estimated $1 billion in college scholarships and financial aid since 2001. TYWLS students also graduate from college at nearly four times the rate of their peers.
"We are extremely appreciative of Deborah Roberts, Mayor Eric Adams, Mary Schmidt Campbell, and Lynn Nottage's contributions and their support for educational access, setting an incredible example for our students," added Yolonda Marshall, SL Network's CEO.
The (Em)Power Breakfast is made possible by support from generous donors, including Warburg Pincus, Bloomberg Philanthropies, Estee Lauder Companies, and Proskauer.
Past (Em)Power Honorees have included: Jill Beraud (PepsiCo), Tory Burch (Fashion Designer and Philanthropist), Fabrizio Freda (Estee Lauder Companies), Thelma Golden (The Studio Museum of Harlem), Susan Lyne (Gilt Groupe), Idina Menzel (Tony Award-winning Broadway star), Judith Rodin (The Rockefeller Foundation), Tracee Ellis Ross (Actress and Philanthropist), Yara Shahidi (Actress and Philanthropist), Lesley Stahl (CBS News 60 Minutes Correspondent), and Malala Yousafzai (Nobel Prize winning activist) among others.
Student Leadership Network empowers young people from underserved communities to access educational opportunities that prepare them to lead successful lives. SL Network impacts students across the country with its three pillar programs – The Young Women's Leadership Schools, CollegeBound Initiative, and Young Women's Leadership Network.
The Young Women's Leadership Schools (TYWLS) are six New York City public schools grades 6–12 that promote high-quality student learning opportunities in and out of the classroom. TYWLS provide a single-sex educational choice for students who are often the first in their families to attend college. Students are admitted based on their interest in, and commitment to, obtaining a single-sex college preparatory education. TYWLS are open to students of all academic abilities. The success of the TYWLS model has inspired dozens of single-sex YWLN affiliate schools to open nationwide, including in California, Maryland, Missouri, New York, Nevada, North Carolina, and Texas.
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NEW YORK (AP) — A man suspected of abruptly pulling a gun and killing a stranger on a New York City subway train was arrested Tuesday, with police saying his motive for the unprovoked attack was “a big mystery.”
Andrew Abdullah, 25, was expected to face a murder charge in the death of 48-year-old Daniel Enriquez, who was shot to death while heading to Sunday brunch.
Abdullah “targeted this poor individual for reasons we don’t know,” Chief of Detectives James Essig said at a news conference.
The arrest came hours after police posted Abdullah’s name and photo on social media and implored the public to help find him. But after the arrest, police disclosed that officers briefly stopped him after the shooting but let him go because his clothes didn’t match the description they were given.
The Legal Aid Society, which is representing Abdullah, said it was just beginning to review evidence and urged the public not to make assumptions about the case.
“Mr. Abdullah deserves vigorous representation from his defense counsel, and that is what The Legal Aid Society will provide,” the organization said in a statement.
About six weeks after another subway shooting wounded 10 people, witnesses Sunday saw a man pacing the last car of a Q line train heading from Brooklyn to Manhattan, muttering to himself, Essig said. The only words witnesses could make out: “No phones.”
Then the man pulled out a gun and fired at Enriquez at close range, hitting him once in the chest, police said. The shooter fled after the train arrived at Manhattan’s Canal Street and ditched his gun by handing it to a stranger on the subway stairs, Essig said. Police eventually found the recipient and the gun, which had been reported stolen in Virginia in 2019.
About a block and a half away, officers stopped Abdullah and asked him what he was doing, Essig said. But he wasn’t wearing the black hoodie mentioned in the initial suspect description, and he had a backpack that hadn’t been mentioned. Officers let him leave but took down his name.
Only later, when viewing surveillance video, did police realize that the gunman had removed the sweatshirt after the shooting, Essig said.
The Legal Aid Society said it had tried since Monday night to arrange for Abdullah to surrender in the subway shooting, but authorities instead made a “completely unwarranted and inappropriate” decision to apprehend him outside the organization’s office. An inquiry was sent to police.
Abdullah was on parole until last June after serving 2 1/2 years behind bars on a conviction on conspiracy and attempted weapon possession charges in a gang case, according to parole records and police. Court records show he has open criminal cases stemming from an April 24 vehicle theft and an alleged assault in 2020. He hasn’t entered a plea in either of those cases; messages seeking comment were left with his lawyers.
“This horrific crime should never have happened,” Police Commissioner Keechant Sewell said at a news briefing Tuesday, calling Abdullah “a repeat offender who was given every leeway by the criminal justice system.”
Before his arrest, Enriquez’s sister Griselda Vile implored the city Tuesday to tackle crime more effectively.
“I’m pleading that this not happen to another New Yorker,” she told Fox News. “I don’t want my brother just to be a passing name in the media, a passing name in our normalcy post-pandemic.”
Enriquez worked for the global investment research division at Goldman Sachs, where CEO David Solomon called him a dedicated and beloved employee who “epitomized our culture of collaboration and excellence.”
A child of Mexican American parents, Enriquez spent his early childhood in Brooklyn before his family moved to California and then to Seattle, his partner, Adam Pollack, told the New YorkPost.
Enriquez returned to New York City in the mid-1990s to pursue a master’s degree in Latin American studies at New York University. His yen for learning didn’t stop there — during the coronavirus pandemic, he learned to play the guitar and to speak Portuguese and Italian, his family and partner said.
“He was constantly in self-improvement mode,” brother-in-law Glenn Vile told Fox News.
The eldest of five children, Enriquez texted his siblings about an hour before he was killed to advise them to check on their parents, who have health problems, she said.
The seemingly random shooting further shook a city already on edge about public safety. Many types of crime have rebounded after dipping dramatically earlier in the pandemic when people were staying home.
In the first five months of 2022, the number of shootings in the city dropped slightly over the same period a year earlier, and the number of murders is down 12% so far over last year. But New York is still on pace to have its second-highest number of homicides since 2011, after nearly a decade of record lows.
In terms of violent crime, the city remains substantially safer now than it was during the 1970s, ’80s, ’90s and early 2000s. But crime is now city voters’ top concern by far, according to a Quinnipiac University poll released this month. It surveyed 1,249 registered city voters and has a margin of error of +/- 2.8 percentage points.
Mayor Eric Adams, a Democrat who campaigned on promises to make the city safer, said his administration will evaluate how it is deploying officers across the sprawling subway system.
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Associated Press journalists Mary Altaffer and Tom Hays contributed. | 2022-05-25T17:13:19+00:00 | cenlanow.com | https://www.cenlanow.com/national/suspect-under-arrest-in-deadly-new-york-city-subway-shooting/ |
Harper vows to play this year, but no date for return
PHILADELPHIA - Bryce Harper has three pins in his left thumb, a cast on his left hand and an unyielding belief that he will return from injury this season to try and lead the Phillies to their first playoff appearance in 11 years.
"I'll be back," Harper said.
With those three words, Harper injected genuine expectations in the franchise and the fan base that the reigning NL MVP will play again at some point this season — and with a hope the Phillies are still in the wild-card hunt when he returns.
Harper declined to put a timetable on when he could he return to the lineup as the feared designated hitter in the middle of the order that led the team on a summer surge and put Philadelphia in the thick of a real pennant race.
"I don’t want to give anybody a timetable because I don’t know," Harper said. "If I knew a specific date that I’d be back, I’d tell you. I just don’t think it’s fair to anybody. I’ll be back when I’m ready to go."
Harper was injured last month when he was hit by a 97 mph pitch from San Diego Padres left-hander Blake Snell. Harper had pins inserted last week and will need them in the thumb for at least another three weeks. He is in a cast and unable to throw or do much of a workout.
"I don’t want to hope or think about anything," Harper said. "I just want to go day by day and be back when I can, whenever I feel healthy, whenever that is to help this team win. Granted, if we’re out of it, I’m going to come back and play no matter what, just so I know that I can go out there and play the game. I don’t want that to be my last day playing this year. No matter what the outcome, I'm going to come back and I'll be playing."
The 29-year-old Harper, who signed a $330 million, 13-year deal with the Phillies in 2019, is hitting .318 with 15 home runs, 48 RBIs and a .985 OPS. Harper talked Tuesday before the Phillies were set to open a three-game set against Harper's former team, the Washington Nationals.
Philadelphia is 4-3 in Harper’s absence and entered Tuesday only one game back of the final NL wild-card spot.
"I hate sitting there watching," Harper said.
Harper had already surrendered his spot in right field earlier this season because of because of a small tear in the ulnar collateral ligament of his throwing elbow. He last played the field at Miami on April 16. Harper did not have a scheduled checkup on the elbow last week because of the surgery but he said it could happen in another two weeks.
"I'm not going to rush the elbow," Harper said. "If it feels good, I'm gonna go. I want to play out there, I want to be out there, I want to be helping this team."
Harper said he did not expect to travel with the Phillies — who have the longest playoff drought in the National League — on an upcoming nine-game road trip that opens Friday in St. Louis and included stops in Toronto and against the Marlins.
"I don't really feel the need for me to go anywhere, especially with appointments for the next two weeks with the doctors," he said. "If I didn't have those appointments, I'd be going on this road. After the break, I'll be kind of a little more open to going on the road and travel and get the things done I need to." | 2022-07-05T23:47:11+00:00 | fox29.com | https://www.fox29.com/news/harper-vows-to-play-this-year-but-no-date-for-return |
ANDOVER, Kan. (KSNW) – Rescue and recovery efforts have now turned into clean-up efforts in Andover as hundreds of people work to pick up what’s left of their homes and businesses.
Since Saturday morning, the Kingman wrestling team, as well as some teachers and staff from Kingman, have dedicated their weekend to help out one of their own, coach Bobo Hall. Hall said this means everything to him.
“No, we get to put the hard work in to help his family,” said Collin Schreiner, a freshman wrestler at Kingman High School.
Wrestling students at Kingman High School said their coach has helped them on, and off the mat.
“He is basically just like family to us and this whole wrestling community is a whole family to us,” said Gage Squires, also a freshman wrestler at Kingman High School.
Head wrestling coach Bob Hall said even before the tornado hit his home, staff at the high school was reaching out.
“She heard about warnings in the area and she said, ‘Hey, are you guys okay?’ and I said I am looking at a tornado right now,” said coach Hall.
By daybreak on Saturday, a crew of students was helping their coach grapple with the situation.
“It is so surreal when you see it in real life, for these kids to just donate their time and become a part of it and help,” said Coach Hall.
With Coach Hall’s home still mostly intact, students have been taking time to help out others in the area.
“I went around the block and there was just all houses destroyed, like all down the street, all the houses are destroyed,” said Squires.
“They are so supportive, you know, they were like ‘Coach we got you, we are gonna help you,'” Hall said.
Coach Hall said some of the first responders have gotten to know the students, calling them “Hall’s wrestling kids” as they go around the neighborhood and help out. | 2022-05-02T12:36:24+00:00 | ksn.com | https://www.ksn.com/weather/weather-stories/kingman-wrestling-team-helps-out-coach-impacted-by-andover-tornado/ |
Company expands its "Fairness-as-a-Service" solution to reduce algorithmic bias in the
insurance industry
LOS ANGELES, Aug. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- FairPlay, the world's first "Fairness-as-a-Service" solution for algorithmic decision-making, today announced the launch of Input Intelligence, a bias detection product for insurance carriers. This is an expansion of FairPlay's existing fairness solutions for the financial services industry.
Algorithms are increasingly being used to make high-stakes decisions about people's lives in insurance, lending, employment, and other areas. FairPlay's new Input Intelligence tool will help insurance companies review their data for bias, ensuring they are not proxies for protected characteristics such as race or gender. Insurance companies will benefit from reaching more customers, especially from historically disadvantaged groups, and meeting growing consumer and regulatory demands for greater fairness in insurance.
FairPlay's insurance division will be led by Josh Hershman, former Deputy Commissioner of the State of Connecticut Insurance Department. During his time as Deputy Commissioner, Hershman worked with stakeholders to establish guidelines around the use of big data, AI/ML models for insurance providers in the state of Connecticut.
"Consumers are demanding a better experience from insurance carriers, and the industry is meeting those demands using AI/ML at every stage of the consumer journey," said Hershman. "Data variables used correlate to risk but may cause disparities for historically disadvantaged groups. AI/ML in insurance must be executed fairly and ethically, not only to meet consumer demand but also to give insurers better reach into underserved communities. I am thrilled to team up with FairPlay and work with carriers and regulators to alleviate this problem."
Input Intelligence will also draw on FairPlay's redlining technology, which identifies unfair practices based on where people live so that insurance carriers can ensure their marketing and products are not excluding low- and moderate-income neighborhoods.
"Lenders use FairPlay because it's good for people, profits, and progress. Now, insurers can do the same," said Kareem Saleh, Founder & CEO of FairPlay. "Regulators and consumers are demanding more fairness from insurers than ever before. FairPlay's new Input Intelligence solution helps carriers debias their data and reach more customers in ways that are good for their company and the communities they serve."
The product is available immediately.
FairPlay is the world's first "Fairness-as-a-Service" solution for algorithmic decision-making. The company provides lenders with easy-to-use tools that assess and reduce bias in credit algorithms. FairPlay was founded to combat the threats algorithmic systems pose to the safety of consumers and society, by building fairness infrastructure to de-bias digital decisions on the internet in real-time. The company is based in Venice Beach, California.
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Rescue rats trained to search for disaster survivors
(CNN) - A nonprofit is outfitting rats with high-tech backpacks and training them to help search for survivors of natural and man-made disasters.
Natural disasters like earthquakes and hurricanes can level entire communities, and for search and rescue teams, it’s a painstaking task as they work against time to find survivors.
But unlikely saviors are being trained to help out: rats with tiny, high-tech backpacks carrying video cameras.
The project, conceived by Belgian nonprofit APOPO, trains the rats to help first responders search for survivors among rubble in disaster zones.
“Rats are typically quite curious and like to explore – and that is key for search and rescue,” said Donna Kean, a behavioral research scientist and leader of the project.
Some rats have been trained for other emergency situations, like sniffing out landmines and even detecting tuberculosis.
“Even if our rats find just one survivor at a debris site, I think we would be happy to know it’s made a difference somewhere,” Kean told CNN.
Not every rodent can become a part of the rescue pack. APOPO’s programs use African giant pouched rats, which have a longer lifespan in captivity than the common brown rat.
Copyright 2022 CNN Newsource. All rights reserved. | 2022-10-25T10:47:40+00:00 | kxii.com | https://www.kxii.com/2022/10/25/rescue-rats-trained-search-disaster-survivors/ |
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Corporate Highlights
- Successful leadership transition with Jody Staggs named President and Interim Chief Executive Officer and Yvette Heinrichson named Chief Financial Officer
- Closed three new transactions during the quarter, totaling $57.5 million of committed capital
- Subsidiary Enteris achieved $5.0 million milestone with Cara Therapeutics; SWK will retain $2.5 million
- Repurchased 34,463 shares of common stock during the quarter for a total cost of $0.6 million
- Third quarter 2022 GAAP net income was $6.6 million or $0.51 per diluted share
Finance Receivables Segment Update
- Third quarter 2022 GAAP net income was $6.6 million, compared with $2.2 million for the third quarter 2021. Third quarter 2022 finance receivables segment adjusted non-GAAP net income was $6.0 million, compared with $7.7 million for the third quarter of 2021
- As of September 30, 2022, non-GAAP tangible financing book value per share was $19.14, a 9.4% increase from September 30, 2021
- Third quarter 2022 finance portfolio effective yield was 14.3%, near the high-end of the company's historical range
- Third quarter 2022 finance portfolio realized yield was 17.5%
- As of September 30, 2022, total investment assets were $222.2 million, a 7.7% increase from September 30, 2021
- During the third quarter of 2022, $13.1 million of royalty payoffs and paydowns were received, bringing the total loan and royalty repayments to $112.8 million over the last twelve months
- For the trailing twelve months ended September 30, 2022, SWK's core finance receivables segment generated a 11.1% adjusted return on tangible book value, compared with 14.3% for the same period of the prior year
DALLAS, Nov. 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- SWK Holdings Corporation (Nasdaq: SWKH) ("SWK" or the "Company"), a life science focused specialty finance company catering to small- and mid-sized commercial-stage companies, today provided a business update and announced its financial and operating results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2022.
"The third quarter was a productive period at SWK with three financings closed, progress towards improving our capital structure, a leadership transition, and further strengthening and development of our team," stated Jody Staggs, President and Interim CEO of SWK. "Importantly we've done this while maintaining focus on our core mission of being the leader in custom financings for small and mid-sized commercial-stage life science companies. Our focus is driving results as our total investment assets are at an all-time high while our 17.5% realized yield demonstrates attractive pricing."
Mr. Staggs continued, "We believe SWK's solutions are well positioned for the current market environment with many innovative life science companies finding it difficult to raise equity capital. Our deal pipeline is strong with a balance of first lien loan and royalty opportunities. In order to capitalize on this attractive opportunity, we are evaluating responsibly adding leverage to our balance sheet, which will provide additional dry powder and optimize our cost of capital. Our ongoing 10b-5 program reflects the Board of Director's confidence in our strategy and financial position and illustrates our ongoing commitment to accretive capital deployment."
"Looking ahead, our strategy will remain focused on identifying companies, entrepreneurs, and intellectual property to which our financing structures are well suited and where we believe strong risk-adjusted returns are likeliest to be achieved. We believe this strategy will drive value creation for SWK, translating to solid returns for our shareholders."
Third Quarter 2022 Financial Results
For the third quarter 2022, SWK reported total revenue of $13.6 million, a 42.4% increase compared to $9.6 million for the third quarter 2021. The $4.0 million increase in revenue was primarily due to $5.0 million of milestone revenue related to Enteris' License Agreement with Cara received during the three months ended September 30, 2022, which did not occur during the three months ended September 30, 2021. The increase in revenue was partially offset by a $0.9 million net decrease in Finance Receivables segment revenues. The decrease in Finance Receivables segment revenue was due to a $1.3 million net decrease in royalty income primarily due to the achievement of return premiums that caused a step down in royalty rates, which was partially offset by a net increase of $0.4 million in interest and fees earned on finance receivables.
Income before taxes for the quarter was $8.6 million compared to $2.8 million for the same period the previous year, an increase of 195%. The year-over-year increase is primarily due to a $4.9 million increase in income from our Pharmaceutical Development segment and $1.8 million of other income, net on the change in fair value of our warrant assets and marketable investments. The increase was partially offset by a $0.9 million decrease in revenues from our Finance Receivables segment and a $0.8 million increase in general and administrative expense.
GAAP net income for the quarter ended September 30, 2022, increased 195% to $6.6 million, or $0.51 per diluted share, from $2.2 million, or $0.17 per diluted share for the third quarter 2021.
For the third quarter 2022, non-GAAP adjusted net income was $8.3 million, a 94.8% increase from $4.3 million for the third quarter 2021. Non-GAAP adjusted net income for the Finance Receivables segment was $6.0 million, a 22.3% decrease from $7.7 million for the third quarter 2021.
During the last twelve-month period, there were $112.8 million of loan repayments and royalty paydowns, which were partially offset by $93.0 million of new and existing investment funding. As a result, income-producing assets (defined as finance receivables and corporate debt securities) totaled $213.1 million as of September 30, 2022. This is an 8.6% increase compared with income-producing assets of $196.3 million as of September 30, 2021. Total investment assets, which include income-producing assets plus equity-linked securities, totaled $222.2 million as of September 30, 2022, compared to the September 30, 2021, total investment assets of $206.3 million.
Book value per share was $21.62 as of September 30, 2022, compared to $20.36 as of September 30, 2021. Non-GAAP tangible financing book value per share totaled $19.14 as of September 30, 2022, a 9.4% increase from $17.50 as of September 30, 2021. Management views non-GAAP tangible financing book value per share as a relevant metric to value the Company's core finance receivable business. Non-GAAP tangible financing book value per share removes the value of the deferred tax assets and Enteris net asset value.
Tables detailing SWK's financial performance for the third quarter 2022 are below.
Portfolio Status
SWK closed three loans during the quarter, deploying $46.0 million with another $11.5 million in unfunded commitments. We believe the two $25.0 million transactions closed during the quarter demonstrate that SWK's platform can add value to larger borrowers.
- $7.5 million senior secured credit facility with Exeevo, a provider of modern technology for life sciences organizations to revolutionize customer and patient experiences. $5.0 million was funded at close.
- $25.0 million senior secured credit facility to Aziyo Biologics (Nasdaq: AZYO), a commercial-stage regenerative medicine company. $21.0 million was funded at close.
- $25.0 million senior secured credit facility to MedMinder, a leading connected pharmacy care solution for seniors and polypharmacy patients. $20.0 million was funded at close.
For the third quarter 2022, the realized yield of the finance receivables portfolio was 17.5%, versus 18.8% for the same period the previous year. The realized yield is inclusive of all fees, including all realized unamortized fees, amendment fees, and prepayment fees, and is calculated based on the simple average of finance receivables at the beginning and end of the period. The realized yield is greater than the effective yield due to actual cash collections being greater than modeled.
As of September 30, 2022, non-accrual loans totaled $9.8 million, while non-accrual royalty purchases, net of credit loss allowances, totaled $3.0 million. The $9.8 million loan to Flowonix Medical, Inc. remains on non-accrual, and SWK continues to work with the company to achieve a resolution.
As of September 30, 2022, SWK had $12.9 million of unfunded commitments.
Total portfolio investment activity for the three months ended September 30, 2022, and 2021 was as follows (in thousands):
Adjusted Non-GAAP Net Income
The following table provides a reconciliation of SWK's reported (GAAP) consolidated net income to SWK's adjusted consolidated net income (Non-GAAP) for the three-month periods ended September 30, 2022 and 2021. The table eliminates provisions for income taxes, non-cash mark-to-market changes on warrant assets and equity securities, amortization of Enteris intangible assets and any non-cash impact on the remeasurement of contingent consideration.
In the table above, management has deducted the following non-cash items: (i) change in the fair-market value of equities and warrants, as mark-to-market changes are non-cash, (ii) income taxes, as the Company has substantial net operating losses to offset against future income, (iii) amortization expense associated with Enteris intangible assets, and (iv) (gain) loss on remeasurement of contingent consideration.
Finance Receivables Adjusted Non-GAAP Net Income
The following table provides a reconciliation of SWK's consolidated adjusted income before provision for income taxes, listed in the table above, to the non-GAAP adjusted net income for the Finance Receivable segment for the three-month periods ended September 30, 2022 and 2021. The table eliminates Enteris operating (income) loss. The adjusted income before income taxes is derived in the table above and eliminates income tax expense, non-cash mark-to-market changes on warrant assets and equity securities.
Conference Call Information
SWK Holdings will host a conference call and live audio webcast on Thursday, November 10, 2022, at 10:00 a.m. ET, to discuss its corporate and financial results for the third quarter 2022. Interested participants and investors may access the conference call by dialing either:
(844) 378-6488 (U.S.)
(412) 317-1079 (International)
Passcode: 10172367
An audio webcast will be accessible via the Investors Events & Presentations section of the SWK Holdings' website: https://swkhold.investorroom.com/events. An archive of the webcast will remain available for 90 days beginning at approximately 11:30 a.m. ET, on November 10, 2022.
Non-GAAP Financial Measures
This release includes non-GAAP adjusted net income, non-GAAP finance receivable segment net income, and non-GAAP tangible financing book value per share, which are metrics that are not compliant with generally accepted accounting principles in the United States (GAAP).
Non-GAAP adjusted net income is adjusted for certain items (including (i) changes in the fair-market value of public equity-related assets and SWK's warrant assets as mark-to-market changes are non-cash, (ii) income taxes as the Company has substantial net operating losses to offset against future income, (iii) changes in the fair-market value of contingent consideration associated with the Enteris acquisition as these changes are non-cash, and (iv) depreciation and amortization expenses, primarily associated with the Enteris acquisition.
In addition to the adjustments noted above, non-GAAP finance receivable segment net income also excludes Enteris operating losses.
Non-GAAP tangible financing book value per share excludes the deferred tax asset, intangible assets, goodwill, Enteris PP&E, and contingent consideration associated with the Enteris transaction. Adjusted return on tangible financing book value is calculated by dividing finance receivables segment adjusted non-GAAP net income by tangible financing book value.
These non-GAAP measures may not be directly comparable to similar measures used by other companies in our industry, as other companies may define such measures differently. Management believes that these measures are useful to investors and management in understanding our ongoing operations and in analysis of ongoing operating trends and provides useful additional information relating to our operations and financial condition. The company encourages investors to carefully consider its results under GAAP, as well as its supplemental non-GAAP information and the reconciliation between these presentations, to more fully understand its business. Non-GAAP financial results are reported in addition to, and not as a substitute for, or superior to, financial measures calculated in accordance with GAAP. Further, non-GAAP financial measures, even if similarly titled, may not be calculated in the same manner by all companies, and therefore should not be compared.
About SWK Holdings Corporation
SWK Holdings Corporation is a life science focused specialty finance company partnering with small- and mid-sized commercial-stage healthcare companies. SWK provides non-dilutive financing to fuel the development and commercialization of lifesaving and life-enhancing medical technologies and products. SWK's unique financing structures provide flexible financing solutions at an attractive cost of capital to create long-term value for all SWK stakeholders. SWK's solutions include structured debt, traditional royalty monetization, synthetic royalty transactions, and asset purchases typically ranging in size from $5.0 million to $25.0 million. SWK also owns Enteris BioPharma, whose Peptelligence® and ProPerma™ drug delivery technologies create oral formulations of peptide-based and BCS class II, III, and IV small molecules. Additional information on the life science finance market is available on the Company's website at www.swkhold.com.
Safe Harbor Statement
This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Statements including words such as "believes," "expects," "anticipates," "intends," "estimates," "plan," "will," "may," "look forward," "intend," "guidance," "future" or similar expressions are forward-looking statements. Because these statements reflect SWK's current views, expectations and beliefs concerning future events, these forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties. Investors should note that many factors, as more fully described under the caption "Risk Factors" and elsewhere in SWK's Form 10-K, Form 10-Q and Form 8-K filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission and as otherwise enumerated herein, could affect the Company's future financial results and could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed in such forward-looking statements. The forward-looking statements in this press release are qualified by these risk factors. These are factors that, individually or in the aggregate, could cause the Company's actual results to differ materially from expected and historical results. You should not place undue reliance on any forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date they are made. We assume no obligation to publicly update any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future developments or otherwise.
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Following the passage of the first gun control measures in decades, NPR's Michel Martin asks Columbia Law professor Jeffrey Fagan about how the impact of firearms laws can be measured.
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Following the passage of the first gun control measures in decades, NPR's Michel Martin asks Columbia Law professor Jeffrey Fagan about how the impact of firearms laws can be measured.
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PORTLAND—Bishop Robert Deeley is pleased to announce that Mike Sullivan has accepted the position of development director for the Diocese of Portland. Sullivan is currently development officer for Thomas College in Waterville and succeeds David DiNapoli, who has accepted a position in the Archdiocese of Denver, Colorado.
“The Diocese of Portland is blessed to have found an enthusiastic and faith-filled individual like Mike to lead our development efforts,” said Bishop Deeley. “He has experience designing and implementing fundraising initiatives throughout Maine, and we are thrilled that the diocese will benefit from his fresh ideas and innovative vision.”
“I am honored and humbled to have the opportunity to serve the priests and parishioners of the Diocese of Portland,” said Sullivan. “I look forward to helping to ensure that the diocese and the many ministries it provides to the people of Maine will continue to thrive and grow.”
Sullivan has served at Thomas College since 2020, overseeing the school’s planned giving program and successfully managing donor portfolios during the pandemic. Prior to Thomas College, he was a major gifts officer for World Vision United States, a Christian organization that works to lift communities around the world out of poverty through sustainable approaches and spiritual and social transformation.
He has also served as lead grant officer for MaineGeneral Health in Augusta, major gifts officer for the American Red Cross, executive director for Sullivan Development Consulting, and manager for Rise Against Hunger.
Sullivan earned a master’s degree in non-profit management, with a concentration in global development, from Northeastern University in Boston, and holds a bachelor’s degree in epidemiology and community health education from the University of Maine at Farmington.
His first day at the Diocese of Portland will be July 25. | 2022-07-09T21:24:33+00:00 | bangordailynews.com | https://www.bangordailynews.com/2022/07/09/bdn-maine/bishop-deeley-names-new-development-director-for-the-diocese-of-portland/ |
Patrol: Fatal shooting in Oakland, NE was done in self-defense
NORFOLK, Neb. (KTIV) - No arrests have been made and no charges are pending in a case surrounding a reported domestic disturbance and shooting in Oakland, Nebraska at the end of September.
It was on Sept. 27 when the Oakland Police Department and Burt County Sheriff’s Office responded to reports of a domestic disturbance and shooting in the 300 block of North Oakland Avenue, in Oakland, around 9 p.m.
According to a news release by the Nebraska State Patrol, when officers arrived they found 32-year-old Ryan Schuman with a gunshot wound. Schuman was transported to the hospital where he died.
The Burt County Attorney requested for the state patrol to investigate the incident, the preliminary investigation suggested the parties involved were engaged in a domestic physical altercation, when one of the subjects, who claimed self-defense, discharged a firearm a single time.
The investigation has shown that Schuman had attempted to prevent two people, a man and a woman, from leaving an apartment. Schuman then attacked the woman, striking her repeatedly. At that time, the man fired one shot at Schuman to end the attack. The two then exited the apartment to get help and call 911. The woman was treated for injuries at the scene.
Following a thorough investigation and consultation with the Burt County Attorney, the state patrol said all evidence and statements collected substantiate the assertion of self-defense.
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Paris Hilton is now a mom. The 41-year-old pop culture icon has just announced that she and her husband Carter Reum have welcomed a baby boy into their family, via surrogate.
Hilton has expressed her desire to be a mother for a while. She took steps to preserve her fertility by freezing her eggs back in 2020, as the COVID-19 shutdowns gave her plenty of time to be at home and focus on her dreams of becoming a mom.
“We started going and doing it like a few months in because the world was shut down,” Hilton said to People about her egg-freezing procedures. “We knew we wanted to start a family, and I was like, ‘This is perfect timing. Usually, I’m on a plane 250 days out of the year, and let’s just get all of the eggs stocked and ready,’ and we have tons of them just waiting.”
And, now, her dreams of motherhood have come true. This week Hilton shared an image of her newborn baby’s tiny hand gripping hers on Instagram, captioning the beautiful picture: “You are already loved beyond words.”
The post quickly received lots of love, with stars like Lindsay Lohan, Kris Jenner, Naomi Campbell and Nina Dobrev sharing their congrats and best wishes.
Hilton and Reum married in November 2021 in a lush three-day affair that included a carnival at the Santa Monica Pier. Reum is a tech startup entrepreneur, and the pair have known each other for 15 years, but it wasn’t until his sister, Halle Hammond, had Hilton over for Thanksgiving dinner in 2019 that the two finally fell in love.
Shortly after they started dating, they knew they were meant to be, and they were eager to start a family.
“I always loved kids, but I just never found the person that I could trust to do that with,” Hilton told E! News last December. “But now that I did, I just can’t wait. He’s gonna be the best father and we’re just gonna have the most magical life together.”
Congrats to the happy parents!
By Bridget Sharkey, for Scripps News.
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Yuma Proving Ground Airborne Test Force getting ready to participate in the Yuma Airshow
The U.S. Army will be alongside MCAS Yuma to entertain and inform the community about what they do - 13 On Your Side's Vanessa Gongora reports
YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA, KECY) - The Yuma Airshow is returning after four years and Yuma Proving Ground (YPG) has been a part of it for decades, including the Airborne Test Force.
YPG's Airborne Test Force is in charge of inspecting airborne equipment for both personnel and cargo for the entire military.
Sergeant First Class Eric Danisa says it's a process putting on the parachute, but it's all for safety precaution.
They will have a booth at the airshow displaying parachutes and equipment used.
The best part is that kids will be able to try it all on.
"It's always fun to place the parachute on them and see their faces and see them struggle to put it on because of the weight and even the helmet," explains Sgt. Danisa. "The weight of the helmet, they struggle standing up when they put their parachute and helmet on."
This will be Sgt. Danisa's first appearance at the Yuma Airshow and expects lots of fun.
"I'm excited to meet the people of yuma and to see planes," says Sgt. Danisa.
In addition to the Airborne Test Force, the Military Freefall School that trains at YPG will be in action, according to Mark Schauer, U.S. Army YPG Public Affairs Officer.
"They're going to jump in the ceremonial baton to kickoff the air show," says Schauer.
Many firsts will also be taking place.
"For the first time ever, the public is going to be able to see in Yuma, the infantry squad vehicle that was tested extensively here at Yuma Proving Ground," continues Schauer.
Working alongside Marine Corps Air Station Yuma is something YPG always looks forward to.
"I think it's always good to show that regardless what military force you're with, that we are one," says Sgt. Danisa.
It's a show you don't want to miss.
The Yuma Airshow will be on Saturday, March 11th from 10:30 a.m to 2 p.m.
Gates to access the show open at 9 a.m. and close at 12 p.m. | 2023-03-03T05:06:16+00:00 | kyma.com | https://kyma.com/news/military/2023/03/02/yuma-proving-ground-airborne-test-force-getting-ready-to-participate-in-the-yuma-airshow/ |
LONDON (AP) — A pop-up urinal crushed a man to death in London’s theater district Friday, police said.
Firefighters used a winch to free the man after he became trapped under a hydraulic urinal at Cambridge Circus, a busy intersection in the city’s West End.
The Metropolitan Police force said the man “is thought to have sustained crush injuries while working on a telescopic urinal.” The force said that “despite the efforts of emergency services,” he was pronounced dead at the scene.
His identity was not released.
The retractable urinals are dotted throughout London’s entertainment districts, stored below ground during the day and raised at night. | 2023-01-29T20:45:17+00:00 | keloland.com | https://www.keloland.com/news/national-world-news/man-crushed-to-death-by-urinal-in-london/ |
NEW YORK (AP) — The second game of the American League Division Series between the New York Yankees and Cleveland Guardians was postponed because of rain the forecast and rescheduled for 1:07 p.m. Friday.
Major League Baseball called the game Thursday more than seven hours before the scheduled 7:37 p.m. pitch.
New York won Tuesday’s opener of the best-of-five series 4-1, and the rainout followed an unusual scheduled off day between Games 1 and 2.
With the rainout, the teams could play four days in a row.
Games 3 and 4 are scheduled to be played in Cleveland this weekend. If Game 5 is needed, it will be played Monday night at Yankee Stadium.
The winner advances to the AL Championship Series against Houston or Seattle.
Nestor Cortes (12-4) was scheduled to pitch Game 2 for the Yankees and 2020 AL Cy Young Award winner Shane Bieber (13-8) for the Guardians.
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WASHINGTON (AP) — Israeli President Isaac Herzog has been invited to address a joint meeting of Congress as Israel prepares to celebrate the 75th anniversary of its founding, which congressional leaders called a “historic and joyous milestone.”
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, D-Calif., and Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., issued the invitation to Herzog in a joint letter Tuesday. They said the two nations have shared “an unbreakable bond rooted in common security, shared values, and friendship.”
The date for Herzog’s address has not been set. The State of Israel was proclaimed on May 14, 1948. President Harry S. Truman recognized the new nation the same day. In their letter, Pelosi and Schumer said Truman’s swift action “has always been a point of pride for our Country.”
“Across the decades, the United States Congress has been proud to stand in solidarity with Israel on a bipartisan and bicameral basis,” Pelosi and Schumer wrote. “It is our hope that the Congress will have the opportunity to hear from you at this historic and joyous milestone in the success of the State of Israel and the U.S.-Israel alliance.”
Herzog began a two-day visit to Washington on Tuesday, meeting with Pelosi and with Secretary of State Antony Blinken among other U.S. officials. He was scheduled to meet with President Joe Biden on Wednesday. | 2022-10-26T19:08:47+00:00 | nwahomepage.com | https://www.nwahomepage.com/news/politics/ap-herzog-invited-to-address-congress-as-israel-turns-75/ |
From California to New York RD is sharing stories of humanity and kindness
NEW YORK, Sept. 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Reader's Digest is pleased to announce the 2022 Nicest Places in America. The annual search for the places where people are kind, differences are celebrated, and the golden rule is as instinctive as "please" and "thank you. "Places" can be anything or anywhere from towns, neighborhoods, businesses, or someone's busy front porch.
Each year the editorial staff gets help from a selected panel of judges to choose the stories to be crowned "Nicest Places." This year's panel of judges includes Mitch Albom, Philanthropist and author of Tuesdays with Morrie: 25th Anniversary Edition, Shawn Johnson, Olympic Gold Medalist and Philanthropist, Monica Guzman, Director of Digital Storytelling at Braver Angels and author of I Never Thought of It That Way, Sean Patel, 2021 Nicest Places in America Winner and owner of the Quality Inn in Kodak, TN, Bonnie Kintzer, CEO of TMB, andJason Buhrmester, Chief Content Officer at Reader's Digest. Together, they named the Nicest Places in America.
- Coulterville, CA
- The Kingsport Carousel in Kingsport, TN
- Lucky Candy Bodega in Bronx, NY
"Every year, our search for the Nicest Places in America uncovers incredible stories of kindness in communities across the country," said Jason Buhrmester, Chief Content Officer at Reader's Digest. "As we comb through news stories and reader submissions from coast to coast one thing is always clear: People take care of each other."
Read the full stories on RD's Nicest Places in America here.
Reader's Digest, a TMB. brand, simplifies and enriches consumers' lives by discovering and expertly selecting the most interesting ideas, stories, experiences and products in health, home, family, food, finance and humor. Reader's Digest is available online at RD.com; in print; via digital download on iPad, mobile apps and tablets; and can be accessed via its social media channels: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, and Pinterest.
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Launching today, "Gray Malin in Vail" captures six decades of legendary experiences and alpine lifestyle in celebration of Vail Mountain's 60th Anniversary season
- Gray Malin draws inspiration from the early days of Vail Mountain, recreating iconic 1960s photographs in a modern vintage aesthetic
- Vail Mountain launches new, interactive guest experiences inspired by the Gray Malin in Vail series
- The vintage collection is the second installment of the Gray Malin in Vail series, following the first collection of aerial photos shot in a doorless helicopter over Vail Mountain's legendary back bowls and terrain
VAIL, Colo., Jan. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Sixty years young with an energy that never goes out of style, Vail Mountain today announces the launch of Gray Malin in Vail, the second installment of fine art photographer Gray Malin's collection celebrating the legendary resort's 60th Anniversary. Following Gray Malin's aerial shoot over Vail Mountain released last month, the new Gray Malin in Vail series brings the mountain's storied emotions to the forefront through a series of photographs inspired by the Vail lifestyle in the 1960s. Known for effortless fun and energy around every turn, the classic spirit of Vail Mountain comes to life in a modern, vintage aesthetic that is unique to Gray Malin.
Diving deep into Vail Mountain's photo archives, Gray Malin drew inspiration from the early days of Vail Mountain; from its vast terrain, limitless views, and seven legendary back bowls to its laidback après ski culture with spontaneous mountain picnics and ice bars made from snow. The Gray Malin in Vail series breathes new life into these nostalgic mountain moments in an iconic way that guests and fans will love.
"Gray Malin's Vail series captures the beauty of our mountain's vast terrain and the classic moments in our history that have shaped the mountain experience over the last 60 years," said Beth Howard, Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of Vail Mountain. "We are excited to bring these photographs to life around the mountain through a series of nostalgic guest experiences and opportunities to interact with the artwork."
"Gray Malin in Vail is a new fine art series that transports you to historic mountainside moments through a modern, vintage aesthetic," said fine art photographer Gray Malin. "Looking through the Vail Mountain archives for inspiration, I sourced detailed props and wardrobe from the 1960's, 1970's and 1980's to turn back time: the collection was shot entirely on the mountain from the Legendary Back Bowls to Eagle Bahn Gondola. This special series is full of après ski cheer, snowy adventures, and awe-inspiring views that I hope will evoke timeless nostalgia for the alpine lifestyle."
The Gray Malin in Vail series is now available to the public and infused throughout the entire resort experience. Vail Mountain has displayed "then-and-now" images across the mountain, as well as launched new guest experiences inspired by the collection.
- On-Mountain Fine Art Gallery: Vail Mountain has re-imagined restaurant and bar Bistro 14 to an on-mountain, fine art gallery complemented by 14,000 ft. views. Guests who enter the dining and cocktail space will be surrounded by Gray Malin's aerial and vintage-inspired artwork.
- Ice Bar Après: After visiting Bistro 14, step outside and bring the après spirit from Vail's early days to life at one of Vail Mountain's two new Ice Bars. The first ice bar popped up on Vail Mountain in 1964 and was recreated by Gray Malin in his new vintage series. After sipping a cocktail during one of Vail's legendary blue-sky days and dancing to a DJ, retreat inside of one of four new Snow Bungalows for a private mountain-top moment.
- Vail Mail: The Gray Malin in Vail series is featured in a new interactive experience called Vail Mail, located at the Legacy Hut at the top of Vail Mountain. Here, guests can request a free postcard featuring a signature Vail Mountain photo by Gray Malin, postage courtesy of Vail Mountain. Send a letter from the highest mailbox in Vail - in true throwback and analogue fashion.
- Gray Malin Icelantic Skis: Looking for a truly unique set of skis? Gray Malin's popular aerial photograph of The Legendary Back Bowls is featured on a limited-edition collection of Icelantic skis. A limited supply is available for resort guests to purchase at Vail Sports locations and True North, located at The Hythe.
- Travel Like Gray Malin: Follow Gray Malin's Travel Guide to Vail and experience his favorite slopes, après locations, and places to stay including The Lodge at Vail, the first hotel to open in 1962, and The Hythe, Vail's newest luxury resort where the old and new come to life.
For more information about Gray Malin in Vail visit Vail.com and GrayMalin.com/gray-malin-in-vail. Follow along on social media at @GrayMalin this week for the chance to win a print from the Gray Malin in Vail series.
- Gray Malin in Vail: Vintage Series
- Gray Malin in Vail: Aerial Series
- 60th Anniversary photos and Gray Malin appearances
- Credit format: "Gray Malin's Vail series titled The Legendary Back Bowls, Vail"
Vail Resorts is a network of the best destination and close-to-home ski resorts in the world including Vail Mountain, Breckenridge, Park City Mountain, Whistler Blackcomb, Stowe, and 32 additional resorts across North America; Andermatt-Sedrun in Switzerland; and Perisher, Hotham, and Falls Creek in Australia. We are passionate about providing an Experience of a Lifetime to our team members and guests, and our EpicPromise is to reach a zero net operating footprint by 2030, support our employees and communities, and broaden engagement in our sport. Our company owns and/or manages a collection of elegant hotels under the RockResorts brand, a portfolio of vacation rentals, condominiums and branded hotels located in close proximity to our mountain destinations, as well as the Grand Teton Lodge Company in Jackson Hole, Wyo. Vail Resorts Retail operates more than 250 retail and rental locations across North America. Learn more about our company at www.VailResorts.com, or discover our resorts and pass options at www.EpicPass.com.
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GAZA CITY, Gaza Strip (AP) — A fire set off by stored gasoline in a residential building killed 21 people Thursday evening in a refugee camp in the northern Gaza Strip, the territory’s Hamas rulers said, in one of the deadliest incidents in recent years outside the violence stemming from the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
The blaze erupted on the third floor of a three-story building in the crowded Jabaliya camp, according to the Palestinian militant group Hamas. No one inside the house survived.
The Civil Defense in Gaza, which is run by Hamas, attributed the cause of the fire to gasoline that was being stored in the building. It was not immediately clear how the gasoline ignited. Officials said an investigation was underway.
Flames were seen spewing out of the windows of the burning floor as hundreds of people gathered outside on the street, waiting for fire trucks and ambulances.
Gaza, ruled by Hamas and under a crippling Israeli-Egyptian blockade, faces a severe energy crisis. People often store cooking gas, diesel and gasoline in homes in preparation for winter. House fires have previously been caused by candles and gas leaks.
Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas offered condolences to the families of the dead and declared Friday a day of mourning.
Tor Wennesland, the United Nations’ Middle East peace envoy, expressed “heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families, relatives and friends of those who died in the accident; the Government, and the Palestinian people.”
Hussein Al-Sheikh, a senior Palestinian Authority official, called on Israel to open its border crossing with Gaza to allow for the evacuation of those injured who need advanced medical care to Palestinian hospitals in the West Bank and Jerusalem. It was later confirmed that all in the house had died.
COGAT, the Israeli body controlling the Erez Crossing with the Gaza Strip, did not comment.
But Israel’s Defense Minister Benny Gantz sent his condolences to the Palestinians, writing on Twitter that “we have offered our assistance in evacuating injured civilians to hospitals via COGAT. The State of Israel is prepared to provide life-saving, medical aid to Gaza residents.” | 2022-11-18T13:44:33+00:00 | nwahomepage.com | https://www.nwahomepage.com/news/international/ap-international/ap-palestinian-officials-say-house-fire-in-gaza-strip-kills-21/ |
The helicopter that crashed into the Gulf of Mexico on Thursday was found by the U.S. Coast Guard on Monday, according to a statement from the employees' companies.
All four bodies — a pilot and three offshore workers — have been recovered, according to a joint statement released by Rotorcraft, Walter Oil & Gas Corporation and Island Operating Co.
"The response to the incident has been a joint effort involving Walter (owner of the offshore platform near where the helicopter went down in the water), Island (employer of the three passengers) and RLC (operator of the helicopter and employer of the pilot), along with the U.S. Coast Guard and the Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement," the statement reads.
"We extend our sincere condolences to the families and friends of the pilot and passengers on board the aircraft. We will continue to cooperate fully with the agencies investigating this tragic incident including the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) and the Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement."
The helicopter reportedly was in the process of departing a Walter Oil & Gas Corporation platform when it crashed about 8:40 a.m. Thursday. The helicopter was owned and operated by Rotorcraft Leasing Co. of Broussard and the passengers were employed by Island Operating Co., based in Lafayette.
One of the passengers — David Scarborough — was identified by his family in Mississippi. The Clarke County Tribune reported on Dec. 29 that Tim Graham, of Quitman, Mississippi, was also one of the people on board.
The identity of the other two victims is still unknown.
The Coast Guard searched approximately 180 square miles for 8 hours before suspending the search for potential survivors. | 2023-01-03T19:49:03+00:00 | theadvocate.com | https://www.theadvocate.com/acadiana/news/all-four-bodies-recovered-in-gulf-helicopter-crash-two-identified/article_4980db02-8b88-11ed-9955-9b8d4dd586fc.html |
HOUSTON, Sept. 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- KBR (NYSE: KBR) announced today that it has signed a master license and engineering agreement with Giammarco-Vertrocoke S.R.L. for KBR to license its carbon capture technology globally.
This carbon capture technology is well proven, energy efficient, flexible and can be integrated across the value chain for blue ammonia, petrochemical, and refining industries today.
"We are excited to enter into this agreement with Giammarco-Vetrocoke, as it enables us to integrate and deploy critical carbon capture solutions today to help our clients meet their sustainability targets," said Doug Kelly, KBR President, Technology. "Further, by leveraging this solution across the breadth of our portfolio, we believe we can implement smart and efficient carbon capture solutions on both existing and new projects."
"Expanding our working relationship with KBR will grow our footprint in industries globally," said Luigi Tomasi, General Manager, Giammarco-Vetrocoke. "This agreement aligns with Giammarco-Vetrocoke's mission to reduce the impact of climate change by capturing as much CO2 as possible."
KBR strives to create a better, safer and more sustainable world and we are committed to developing sustainable solutions that meet the world's most pressing challenges.
We deliver science, technology and engineering solutions to governments and companies around the world. KBR employs approximately 28,000 people performing diverse, complex and mission-critical roles in 34 countries.
KBR is proud to work with its customers across the globe to provide technology, value-added services, and long-term operations and maintenance services to ensure consistent delivery with predictable results. At KBR, We Deliver.
Visit www.kbr.com
Giammarco-Vetrocoke is a world-renowned licensor for CO2 Capture Processes based on activated Hot Potassium Carbonate (HPC) solution. Throughout its 70 years of activity has developed 15 main patents extended worldwide and licensed to almost 400 industrial applications. Giammarco-Vetrocoke is located in Venice, Italy and serves clients around the world.
The statements in this press release that are not historical statements, including statements regarding future financial performance, are forward-looking statements within the meaning of the federal securities laws. These statements are subject to numerous risks and uncertainties, many of which are beyond the company's control that could cause actual results to differ materially from the results expressed or implied by the statements. These risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to: the significant adverse impacts on economic and market conditions of the COVID-19 pandemic and the company's ability to respond to the resulting challenges and business disruption; the recent dislocation of the global energy market; the company's ability to manage its liquidity; the outcome of and the publicity surrounding audits and investigations by domestic and foreign government agencies and legislative bodies; potential adverse proceedings by such agencies and potential adverse results and consequences from such proceedings; changes in capital spending by the company's customers; the company's ability to obtain contracts from existing and new customers and perform under those contracts; structural changes in the industries in which the company operates; escalating costs associated with and the performance of fixed-fee projects and the company's ability to control its cost under its contracts; claims negotiations and contract disputes with the company's customers; changes in the demand for or price of oil and/or natural gas; protection of intellectual property rights; compliance with environmental laws; changes in government regulations and regulatory requirements; compliance with laws related to income taxes; unsettled political conditions, war and the effects of terrorism; foreign operations and foreign exchange rates and controls; the development and installation of financial systems; the possibility of cyber and malware attacks; increased competition for employees; the ability to successfully complete and integrate acquisitions; and operations of joint ventures, including joint ventures that are not controlled by the company.
The company's most recently filed Annual Report on Form 10-K, any subsequent Form 10-Qs and 8-Ks, and other U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission filings discuss some of the important risk factors that the company has identified that may affect its business, results of operations and financial condition. Except as required by law, the company undertakes no obligation to revise or update publicly any forward-looking statements for any reason.
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Multiple Sclerosis: How music therapy helps keeps the mind and body in harmony.
World Music Day is June 21st
World Music Day is a time to spotlight the power of music and the impact it can have on your body, mind, and soul.
Interestingly, those powerful physical reactions – like goosebumps – that happen when listening to a certain song can also be harnessed to help with chronic neurological diseases, such as multiple sclerosis.
Dancer and choreographer Courtney Platt shares her journey living with Multiple Sclerosis.
For more information visit: https://www.msinharmony.com/
ABOUT COURTNEY PLATT:
Courtney Platt was 23 years old and on tour as an All-Star on Season 7 of So You Think You Can Dance when she started experiencing alarming symptoms, such as numb legs, shocks down her spine, and unshakable fatigue. She
was diagnosed with MS, a disease of the central nervous system that affects nearly 1 million people in the United States. Since then, Courtney has never stopped dancing and has lent her talents to numerous TV shows, while remaining heavily involved with MS advocacy organizations and the community. | 2022-06-20T20:23:43+00:00 | kgun9.com | https://www.kgun9.com/the-morning-blend/multiple-sclerosis-how-music-therapy-helps-keeps-the-mind-and-body-in-harmony |
Today we celebrate the 1,000th concert the Tiny Desk team has captured and published, and I can't imagine a more inspiring spirit to help us celebrate than Angélique Kidjo. Originally from the West African country of Benin, the singer and activist plays a crucial role in spreading the music of Africa and the spirit of love in all that she does.
When I started the Tiny Desk series in April 2008, I never imagined its impact. So many artists' voices have been raised and shared with music fans worldwide through these performances. When Angélique was preparing for her Tiny Desk concert, she thought it would be a good idea to watch some past concerts for inspiration. It's then she saw Sampa The Great's home concert from Zambia and immediately reached out in hopes of collaborating. Now here they are, at NPR, brought together by a series that has been blessed with so much talent and a global audience with big ears and open arms.
Angélique Kidjo's band drives the energy and melody as they perform songs from her 2021 album Mother Nature and then dig back a decade to perform the song "Afirika," encouraging strength for the African people. The celebration concludes as Angélique Kidjo pays tribute to her friend and mentor Miriam Makeba by performing her 1967 global hit, "Pata Pata." It was a lovely way to shine a light on how we can impact each other's lives through music.
SET LIST
MUSICIANS
TINY DESK TEAM
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OLYMPIA, Wash. (AP) _ The winning numbers in Tuesday evening's drawing of the Washington Lottery's "Daily Game" game were:
1-0-9
(one, zero, nine)
OLYMPIA, Wash. (AP) _ The winning numbers in Tuesday evening's drawing of the Washington Lottery's "Daily Game" game were:
1-0-9
(one, zero, nine) | 2022-07-13T05:11:58+00:00 | seattlepi.com | https://www.seattlepi.com/lottery/article/Winning-numbers-drawn-in-Daily-Game-game-17301398.php |
PURCHASE, N.Y., July 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- PepsiCo, Inc. (NASDAQ: PEP) PepsiCo announced the closing of a new $1.25 billion 10-year Green Bond. The Company will use an amount equivalent to the net proceeds from the offering to fund Eligible Green Projects which will focus on its pep+ (PepsiCo Positive) agenda – the Company's strategic, end-to-end transformation that places sustainability and human capital at the center of how it will create growth and value. Investments under PepsiCo's new Green Bond will focus on investments to deliver key environmental sustainability initiatives under two pillars of its pep+ agenda: Positive Agriculture and Positive Value Chain. This will help the company deliver on its aim to operate within planetary boundaries and inspire positive change for the planet and people.
The new Green Bond is PepsiCo's second since 2019, with $858 million in equivalent proceeds from the $1 billion first Green Bond already allocated to Eligible Green Projects across six continents in categories of sustainable plastics and packaging, decarbonization of our operations and supply chain, and water sustainability.
"We were one of the first food and beverage corporations to issue a Green Bond and that initial funding has played a critical role in our sustainable transformation so far," stated Jim Andrew, Chief Sustainability Officer, PepsiCo. "While tackling the climate crisis requires a collaborative effort, it is clear that the private sector must play a leadership role. Our new Green Bond will be pivotal to channeling investment into the critical areas required to build a more sustainable and resilient food system."
PepsiCo's new Green Bond Framework outlines the categories where funding can be directed, each one aligning with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), which include:
- Regenerative agriculture: PepsiCo's business starts with agriculture, sourcing more than 25 crops and ingredients from more than 30 countries. As part of its Positive Agriculture pillar of pep+, PepsiCo is working to source key ingredient crops such as potatoes, whole corn and oats in a way that accelerates regenerative agriculture. Investments from the new Green Bond can be used to adopt regenerative agriculture practices across PepsiCo's supply chain, including towards farmer training, practices to reduce fertilizer and watershed enhancement and improvement projects.
UN SDG Alignment: SDG 2 – Zero hunger and SDG 8 – Decent work and economic growth - Decarbonization and climate resilience within our operations and value chain: By 2030, the Company aims to reduce its absolute greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by more than 40% against a 2015 baseline, more than doubling its previous climate goal. Equivalent net proceeds from the Green Bond may be used for initiatives to further these goals including on-site sustainable energy generation such as solar installations, investments in greener buildings that receive third-party verified certifications, energy efficiency and/or reducing GHG emissions at facilities, and upgrading of vending and cooling equipment. The funding may also be used towards the expansion of cleaner transportation, such as electric vehicles.
UN SDG Alignment: SDG 7 – Affordable and Clean Energy, and SDG 11 Sustainable Cities and Communities - Circular economy and virgin plastic waste reduction: One of PepsiCo's key pep+ goals is to strive to use 50 percent recycled plastic content in its packaging by 2030. The Company is already one of the largest users of food-grade rPET (recycled PET plastic) in the world, and the new Green Bond will enable PepsiCo to continue its work to increase the use of more sustainable product packaging including recycled, compostable and reusable materials. In addition, PepsiCo's new Green Bond Framework enables the Company to direct funding to projects that strengthen recycling infrastructure and increase recycling rates in key markets.
UN SDG Alignment: SDG 9 – Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure, and SDG 12 - Responsible Consumption and Production - Pursuing net positive water impact in owned operations and throughout PepsiCo's value chain, including those projects positively contributing to communities. Water stewardship has long been one of PepsiCo's top priorities and PepsiCo has a vision to become Net Water Positive in its operations by 2030 through reducing absolute water use and replenishing back into the local watershed more than 100% of the water used. The new Green Bond equivalent proceeds may be allocated to water recycling and reuse projects, including water efficiency improvements, as well as to investments to replenish watersheds in high water-risk areas through initiatives such as tree plantings, rainwater harvesting and wetlands rehabilitation. PepsiCo is also looking to fund the scaling of drip irrigation or other water savings technologies for the farmers who supply the Company with key crops and ingredients.
UN SDG Alignment: SDG 6 - Clean Water and Sanitation, SDG 12 – Responsible Consumption and Production, and SDG 15 – Life on Land
As part of its Green Bond governance, PepsiCo plans to publish an annual update of the allocation of the proceeds, throughout the term of the Green Bond and until all proceeds have been allocated. The full framework can be viewed here and the annual update will be reported publicly on PepsiCo's website.
PepsiCo recently published its first Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Summary since the launch of pep+, laying out progress against each of its key pillars. The summary can be viewed here.
For more information, please contact pepsicomediarelations@pepsico.com
About PepsiCo
PepsiCo products are enjoyed by consumers more than one billion times a day in more than 200 countries and territories around the world. PepsiCo generated more than $79 billion in net revenue in 2021, driven by a complementary beverage and convenient foods portfolio that includes Lay's, Doritos, Cheetos, Gatorade, Pepsi-Cola, Mountain Dew, Quaker, and SodaStream. PepsiCo's product portfolio includes a wide range of enjoyable foods and beverages, including many iconic brands that generate more than $1 billion each in estimated annual retail sales.
Guiding PepsiCo is our vision to Be the Global Leader in Beverages and Convenient Foods by Winning with PepsiCo Positive (pep+). pep+ is our strategic end-to-end transformation that puts sustainability and human capital at the center of how we will create value and growth by operating within planetary boundaries and inspiring positive change for planet and people. For more information, visit www.pepsico.com.
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WASHINGTON (AP) — When President Joe Biden suggested that Republicans want to slash Medicare and Social Security, the GOP howls of protest during his State of the Union address showcased a striking apparent turnaround for the party that built a brand for years trying to do just that.
Biden is not about to let Republicans off easily and forget that history.
The record ranges from President George W. Bush’s ideas about privatizing Social Security to House Speaker Paul Ryan’s sweeping Medicare overhaul plan to current Sen. Rick Scott’s idea of allowing those and other federal programs to “sunset.”
As budget negotiations move ahead, expect the long history of GOP efforts to slash the popular entitlement programs for seniors to remain a politically powerful weapon the White House intends to wield.
“They sure didn’t like me calling them on it,” Biden said Wednesday about his address that drew heckling from Republicans the night before.
He headed to political battleground Wisconsin, home of Republican Sen. Ron Johnson, who has proposed forcing Congress to authorize spending for Social Security every year.
Speaking at a union training facility in DeForest, Biden pulled out a copy of Scott’s campaign proposals and quoted Johnson as well as Republican Sen. Mike Lee of Utah to warn that Republicans would target Social Security and Medicare.
Referring to the loud GOP objections at the State of the Union, he said, “When I called them out on it last night, it sounded like they agreed to take these cuts off the table.”
“Well, I sure hope that’s true,” he said. “I’ll believe it when I see it.”
The political shift among Republicans is happening in real time, helping set the parameters for the budget negotiations as Biden and Congress try to come up with a plan for raising the nation’s debt limit by a summer deadline.
House Speaker Kevin McCarthy has insisted that cuts to Medicare and Social Security are “off the table” — and many House and Senate Republicans vehemently agreed during Biden’s State of the Union address, some shouting “liar!” as he suggested they were proposing reductions.
But it’s unclear what Republicans will demand instead of entitlement cuts as they leverage the upcoming negotiations to extract federal spending reductions. They say they want to put the government on a path toward a balanced budget, but that’s a daunting if not impossible challenge without painful cuts elsewhere — in defense or other domestic accounts that Washington has been unable to make.
Johnson accused the president of “lying” about the senator’s approach. “I want to save these programs,” Johnson said in a statement Wednesday. “We need a process to prioritize spending and decease our deficits.”
The White House has insisted that Republicans make their budget plans public for Americans to judge for themselves. That hasn’t happened yet.
“No more saying one thing and doing another,” said White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre. “Let’s see exactly what they want to do.”
Efforts to halt the explosive growth of the federal safety net programs for older Americans have stirred and stalled for years, particularly as the nation’s population ages and more and more money is needed to shore up Medicare and Social Security.
Mandatory spending on the programs accounted for about $2.1 trillion in fiscal 2022, which ended last June 30 — a sizable chunk of the nation’s $5.8 trillion federal budget. Both funds are on track for insolvency, and the nation’s debt is climbing, already edging past the $31 trillion limit.
In 2005, then President Bush floated a proposal to partially privatize Social Security, the retirement income program mostly for seniors. Republicans in 2010 seized control of the House and elevated House Budget Chairman Ryan, the architect of a Medicare proposal to shift toward a private insurance option, to be the party’s 2012 vice presidential nominee. More recently, Scott, leader of the Senate GOP’s campaign arm, put forward his own plans for overhauling the entitlement systems for older Americans.
Biden quickly zeroed in on Scott’s proposal when the senator first introduced it more than a year ago, using it to portray Republicans as extreme. White House officials credit that with helping Democrats hold onto the Senate in last fall’s midterm elections. It’s a game-plan the president appears to be eager to deploy again as he gears up for a 2024 reelection bid.
“Politically it was genius to tag the party with this idea that this party wants to do away with Social Security,” said William Arnone, chief executive of the National Academy of Social Insurance, an advocacy organization for Social Security. “The reaction from Republicans in the room is they want nothing to do with that idea.”
Scott’s 12-point plan calls for all federal spending legislation to sunset in five years, subject to votes in Congress that could preserve programs.
“If a law is worth keeping, Congress can pass it again,” Scott’s Rescue America website states.
Scott said in a written response to the president’s State of the Union address that for Biden “to suggest that this means I want to cut Social Security or Medicare is a lie, and is a dishonest move.”
“Does he think I also intend to get rid of the U.S. Navy? Or the border patrol? Or air traffic control, maybe?” Scott asked in the statement. “This is the kind of fake, gotcha BS that people hate about Washington. I’ve never advocated cutting Social Security or Medicare and never would.”
Scott’s sunset ideas have a following among some Republicans in Congress, but at the same time the Republican Party is moving toward what appears to be a public unwillingness to touch the entitlement programs.
Senate Republican leader Mitch McConnell has distanced the party from Scott’s ideas, and the Florida Republican lost an internal party bid to oust McConnell from leadership after the 2022 midterm elections.
Sen. Mitt Romney of Utah, the party’s 2012 presidential nominee who chose Ryan as his running mate is proposing a bipartisan “Trust Act,” which would create a “Rescue Commission” for the nation’s endangered trust funds with a mandate to come up with legislation that would extend their long-term solvency.
Romney’s plan, which is gaining traction among both Republicans and Democrats, is reminiscent of the 2010 bipartisan National Commission on Fiscal Responsibility and Reform, otherwise known as the Bowles-Simpson commission. Headed by two former Democratic and Republican lawmakers. it proposed one of the most sweeping overhauls yet of the nation’s entitlement and budget programs.
Those recommendations proved politically toxic, and the Obama administration quickly distanced itself, as did many members of Congress.
During the last debt ceiling go-around, in 2011, Biden, as Obama’s vice president, helped broker deals to ease the standoff. Among the ideas? A bipartisan “Super Committee” to propose budget cuts.
It, too, was unable to have political staying power, and the cuts were never fully put in place. | 2023-02-09T03:21:31+00:00 | wishtv.com | https://www.wishtv.com/news/national/biden-warns-of-gop-plans-for-medicare-social-security-cuts/ |
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (AP) _ The winning numbers in Tuesday afternoon's drawing of the Illinois Lottery's "LuckyDay Lotto Midday" game were:
02-09-13-16-38
(two, nine, thirteen, sixteen, thirty-eight)
Estimated jackpot: $300,000
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (AP) _ The winning numbers in Tuesday afternoon's drawing of the Illinois Lottery's "LuckyDay Lotto Midday" game were:
02-09-13-16-38
(two, nine, thirteen, sixteen, thirty-eight)
Estimated jackpot: $300,000 | 2022-10-11T19:32:42+00:00 | seattlepi.com | https://www.seattlepi.com/lottery/article/Winning-numbers-drawn-in-LuckyDay-Lotto-Midday-17501952.php |
Feds: Investigation into Black man’s death after arrest ‘may take some time’
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — The U.S. Attorney’s Office said Wednesday the federal investigation into the death of a Black man who died after a violent arrest by Memphis police “may take some time.”
Speaking during a news conference, U.S. Attorney Kevin G. Ritz said his office is working with the Justice Department’s Civil Rights Division in Washington as it investigates the case of Tyre Nichols, who died three days after his Jan. 7 arrest.
Ritz said he has met with Nichols’ mother, father and aunt.
Nichols’ death has led to three separate law enforcement investigations. And the five Black officers — identified as Tadarrius Bean, Demetrius Haley, Emmitt Martin III, Desmond Mills, Jr. and Justin Smith — were fired last week after an internal police probe determined they used excessive force and failed their duties to intervene and render aid. All five officers were hired between March 2017 and August 2020, the police department has said.
The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation also was looking into into the use of force used by the officers. The state police agency typically investigates when police are involved in arrests that lead to deaths.
Video footage of the arrest has not been made public, but local officials have pledged to release it this week or next week.
Shelby County District Attorney Steve Mulroy told The Associated Press on Tuesday that local and state investigators want to complete as many interviews as possible before releasing the video. The timetable has rankled some activists who expected the video to be released after Nichols’ family viewed the footage, which occurred Monday.
Ben Crump, the attorney who’s representing Nichols’ family, said police video the family viewed showed Nichols — a 29-year-old FedEx worker and father — was shocked, pepper sprayed and restrained when he was pulled over for a traffic stop near his home. He was returning home from a suburban park, where he had taken photos of the sunset. The legal team said officers beat Nichols for three minutes in a “savage” encounter reminiscent of the infamous 1991 police beating of Los Angeles motorist Rodney King.
Crump released a statement Tuesday saying a forensic pathologist who was hired by the family conducted an independent autopsy that showed extensive internal bleeding. The statement did not state a cause of death or include the independent pathologist’s report. The statement said further details would be released later. Tennessee authorities have not released an autopsy of Nichols.
Relatives have accused the police of causing Nichols to have a heart attack and kidney failure. Authorities have only said Nichols experienced a medical emergency.
Two Memphis Fire Department employees have also been removed from duty while the agency conducts an investigation into Nichols’ death. The employees were involved in the initial patient care of Tyre Nichols, the Memphis Fire Department said in a statement.
The fire department employees were “relieved of duty” last week while an internal investigation is conducted, the agency said. No further information was released.
Nichols was arrested after officers stopped him for reckless driving. The day after the encounter, police said in a statement that “a confrontation occurred” as officers approached the vehicle and Nichols ran; they said officers caught up to him and that “another confrontation occurred” while they were taking him into custody. Police said Nichols complained of shortness of breath and was taken to a hospital, where he died three days later.
Copyright 2023 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. | 2023-01-25T16:56:02+00:00 | wbrc.com | https://www.wbrc.com/2023/01/25/feds-investigation-into-black-mans-death-after-arrest-may-take-some-time/ |
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WREG) — A video shows the moment two men in Memphis, Tennessee, were ejected from their car earlier this month, sending one of them flying into a local business.
Another man, sitting in his car in the parking lot, is now recalling the moment he saw the out-of-control vehicle landing on top of his own.
“It’s actually terrifying to see a car flying in the air and just landing on top of your car, and there’s nothing you can do about it,” said Orlanda Williams, who was making his monthly stop at Smith’s Pools to grab some chemicals for his pool company, Cool Pool Services. He was sitting in his car, in the parking lot, for no more than than three minutes when that ordinary morning turned to tragedy.
That’s when he looked out the window to see a car barreling toward him.
“‘Final Destination,'” said Williams, likening the sight to something out of a horror film. “The movie ‘Final Destination.’ That’s what was going through my head.”
Williams crawled his way out of the passenger-side door, only to see the crashed car had come to a rest over the driver’s side of his vehicle.
“I was kind of dizzy. I got out of the car, walked around the parking lot about ten or fifteen times, and that’s when I noticed one of the guys on the ground; his body was twisted. And the other guy flew through the window of the business,” he said.
Williams escaped pretty much unharmed, with just a minor bump on his head. He said someone was looking after him that day, and he’s now thankful for every day moving forward.
“The only thing I can tell you is to live your life every day that you can, one day at a time. Bless those who bless you, and make sure that you’re straight and continue blessing everybody that you can help,” he said.
Meanwhile, Memphis Police say excessive speed and reckless driving are to blame for the crash. Sadly, the passenger did not survive, and the driver is recovering from his injuries at Regional One. | 2023-05-23T20:48:46+00:00 | wjhl.com | https://www.wjhl.com/news/national/final-destination-man-recalls-crash-that-sent-men-flying-into-building/ |
DETROIT (AP) _ Ally Financial Inc. (ALLY) on Thursday reported first-quarter net income of $655 million.
The Detroit-based company said it had profit of $1.86 per share. Earnings, adjusted for non-recurring costs, came to $2.03 per share.
The results topped Wall Street expectations. The average estimate of eight analysts surveyed by Zacks Investment Research was for earnings of $1.93 per share.
The auto finance company and bank posted revenue of $2.13 billion in the period, which missed Street forecasts. Six analysts surveyed by Zacks expected $2.14 billion.
Ally Financial shares have fallen almost 9% since the beginning of the year. The stock has dropped roughly 8% in the last 12 months.
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URBANA, Ill., (WCIA) — Students across the country are getting ready to walk across the graduation stage, and at U of I, students aren’t letting construction at one campus spot stop them.
Big renovations are underway at Altgeld Hall and that means cranes and fences are lining the outside and could be in the back of graduation photos.
Students and families line up each year to catch a picture at Alma Mater, that’s right outside of the iconic building.
So, crews disguised the fences.
“I’m hoping that Alma Mater and us in our regalia will be the main focus,” Emily Morrissette, a graduate, said. “If you do an angle if you’re lower and up you probably can’t see much of the background because of how the angle is.”
U of I’s graduation is next weekend on May 13. | 2023-05-07T01:38:05+00:00 | wcia.com | https://www.wcia.com/news/local-news/altgeld-renovations-not-holding-grads-back-from-celebrations/ |
MADISON, N.J., May 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Anywhere Real Estate Inc. (NYSE: HOUS), a global leader in residential real estate services, today announced that Chief Executive Officer and President Ryan Schneider will participate in the KBW Virtual Real Estate Finance & Technology Conference on Wednesday, May 24, 2023.
'Anywhere Real Estate Inc (HOUS) Fireside Chat', featuring Chief Executive Officer and President Ryan Schneider, is scheduled for Wednesday, May 24, 2023 at 8:10 a.m. EST. The remarks will be webcast, with access instructions available at www.anywhere.re under "Investors." The webcast will be archived on the site for 90 days.
About Anywhere Real Estate Inc.
Anywhere Real Estate Inc. (NYSE: HOUS) is moving the real estate industry to what's next. A leader of integrated residential real estate services in the U.S., Anywhere includes franchise, brokerage, relocation, and title and settlement businesses, as well as mortgage and title insurance underwriter joint ventures, supporting approximately 1.2 million home transactions in 2022. The diverse Anywhere brand portfolio includes some of the most recognized names in real estate: Better Homes and Gardens® Real Estate, CENTURY 21®, Coldwell Banker®, Coldwell Banker Commercial®, Corcoran®, ERA®, and Sotheby's International Realty®. Using innovative technology, data and marketing products, high-quality lead generation programs, and best-in-class learning and support services, Anywhere fuels the productivity of its approximately 191,600 independent sales agents in the U.S. and approximately 146,600 independent sales agents in 118 other countries and territories, helping them build stronger businesses and best serve today's consumers. Recognized for twelve consecutive years as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies, Anywhere has also been designated a Great Place to Work five years in a row, named one of America's Most Innovative Companies 2023 by Fortune, and honored on the Forbes list of World's Best Employers 2022.
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SAN MATEO, Calif. — A man in San Mateo, California allegedly stabbed a woman to death Wednesday before posting the video of it on Facebook, officials say.
In a news release, San Mateo Police Department said on Wednesday just before 4 p.m., officers were contacted by Nye County Sheriff’s Office in Nevada about a person who called to report that she witnessed a “stabbing” on Facebook. The woman provided investigators with the name and phone number of the person who posted the video.
Nye County Sheriff’s Office “pinged” the phone number and it came back to a large apartment complex in the 200 block of 37th Avenue in San Mateo. Police say they deployed officers to the complex to try to identify the suspect. Officers conducted a canvas door-to-door of the apartment complex to find the victim as well as the suspect. After about three hours, officers were able to determine a possible connection.
Investigators learned that the suspect was not at the scene so they began to search for him, police said. Officers in the meantime found the victim and two hours later, the suspect was located in San Jose.
The suspect was later identified as Mark Mechikoff, 39, according to The Associated Press. Mechikoff was arrested about 30 miles south of where the victim was found deceased in an apartment.
The victim was identified as Claribel Estrella, according to the AP.
Mechikoff on Friday was charged with a count of murder with enhancements for inflicting great bodily injury and the use of a knife by the San Mateo County District Attorney’s Office, the AP reported.
“While the motive for stabbing the victim is still under investigation, we do know Mechikoff mercilessly filmed the last moments of the victim’s life and posted the video to Facebook, then fled the area,” police said.
Mechikoff reportedly knew the victim, but according to the AP, the relationship is unclear. | 2023-07-29T16:56:50+00:00 | whio.com | https://www.whio.com/news/trending/man-accused-stabbing-woman-death-posted-video-facebook-police-say/DIUBRPYDINC3LO7DQ5KNFORVRQ/ |
SEATTLE, Oct. 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- International Airlines Group (IAG) has announced that its shareholders approved an agreement with Boeing [NYSE:BA] to order a total of 50 737-8-200s and 737-10s, plus 100 options.
Boeing and IAG announced the agreement that was subject to shareholder approval in May 2022. The firm order for 50 737s will be reflected on Boeing's Orders & Deliveries website in November.
"We welcome today's decision by IAG's shareholders to approve a firm order for 50 737-8-200s and 737-10s, with options for 100 more, and we look forward to working with IAG on reintroducing the 737 in to the Group's fleets," said Ihssane Mounir, Boeing's senior vice president of Commercial Sales and Marketing.
The largest model in the family, the 737-10 seats up to 230 passengers in a single-class configuration and can fly up to 3,300 miles. The fuel-efficient jet can cover 99% of single-aisle routes, including routes served by 757s.
The 737-8-200 will enable IAG to configure the airplane with up to 200 seats, increasing revenue potential and reducing fuel consumption.
The 737 incorporates the latest-technology CFM International LEAP-1B engines, Advanced Technology winglets and other improvements to deliver the highest efficiency, reliability and passenger comfort in the single-aisle market. The 737 family of airplanes is on average 14% more fuel-efficient than today's most efficient Next-Generation 737s and 20% more efficient than the original Next-Generation 737s when they entered service.
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Calm a stressed cat with carriers for scared cats
If you have a skittish cat, you know how difficult it can be to travel with an anxious pet. Whether you’re going for a simple car ride, boarding a train or bravely attempting to fly with your kitty, a stressed-out cat can put a damper on your travels. But even more importantly, a scared cat is an unhappy cat, and as a pet owner, you will want to make your feline feel as safe and comfortable as possible. The best way to achieve that is to pick one of the best cat carriers for calming an anxious cat’s worries.
Shop this article: Diggs Passenger Travel Carrier, Amazon Basics Two-door Top Load Hard-Sided Dog and Cat Kennel Travel Carrier, Apollo Walker Pet Carrier Backpack.
These cat carriers may reduce transportation distress
One of the best carrier options for cats under travel duress is a hard-sided plastic carrier with openings in both the top and front. These are durable and easiest to get a cat in and out of (even if they resist). Another vital factor to consider is size; a carrier should be 1 ½ times the cat’s size. Other carriers for anxious cats depend on how you’re traveling (by airplane vs. by car or walking around). These cat carriers will keep your pet close to your body and make it easy to clean pet messes on the go.
Best cat carriers for anxious cats
Richell Space Capsule Pet Carrier and Bed
This cat carrier also moonlights as a bed, which can help your anxious cat create a positive association with it over time. With a capsule shape and clear window/door that lets cats peek out, there is a snug, round cushion inside, making it best for smaller cats and short-term travel.
Diggs Passenger Travel Carrier
This travel carrier accommodates cats up to 18 pounds. Designed for easy pet mess cleanup, Diggs Pee Pads attach to the bed and can be removed through the side panel without further disturbance. Measuring 18 inches by 10 inches by 10.75 inches inside, its collar tether clip prevents nervous roaming or squirming.
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This cat carrier is, first and foremost a tote for quick travels within walking distance. It measures 16 inches by 10 inches by 6.5 inches and can hold up to 11 pounds. It features ventilated mesh material, a removable liner and an easy-access zippered top.
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Amazon Basics Two-door Top Load Hard-Sided Dog and Cat Kennel Travel Carrier
With a 4.6-star rating and over 50,000 reviews, this carrier is hard-sided and made of plastic and steel. It features two doors for easy top- or front-loading access and carries up to 20 pounds. Measuring 22.8 inches by 15 inches by 13 inches, it keeps air flowing through its many ventilation holes, soothing anxious cats.
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Funny Fuzzy Square Breathable Foldable Portable Pet Carrier Cat Backpack
This backpack-style cat carrier is lightweight and made from breathable mesh and Oxford fabric, which keep the interior well ventilated, so your cat can breathe calmly. It has a front and side entrance, a soft pad inside and a built-in safety leash that provides enough slack for your cat to move comfortably.
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Apollo Walker Pet Carrier Backpack
A ventilated design, reinforced zipper, two-sided pockets and an escape-proof leash make this carrier ideal for quick trips — whether walking to the vet around the corner or gliding through airport security. It also features soft padding, which you rarely see in hard-sided carriers, and is collapsible for convenient storage.
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Necoichi Portable Stress-Free Cage Carrier and Litter Box
Collapsible, durable, foldable and portable, this carrier is lightweight and includes a kitty head-shaped design that doubles as a ventilation hole. It folds up, so it can be easily stored under a car seat or in front of you on the airplane. It holds cats up to 7 pounds, and its twin zippers can’t be opened from the inside, so you don’t have to worry about panicked escapes. It also includes a litter pad.
Petkit Ventilated Cat Backpack Carrier with Inbuilt Fan and Light
This cat carrier can hold up to 17 pounds, and it features a unique, wide-tinted window that offers UV protection, blocking out bright light that could disrupt your cat. In addition to its multiple air vents, it also has a quiet, built-in fan that runs on both auto and manual settings and an interior light that is activated by double-tapping the controls.
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- The Whisker City Two-door Pet Carrier is hard-sided, measures 19 inches by 12.6 inches by 10 inches and opens from the front and the top for easy loading.
- If you are looking for a cat carrier that doubles as a car seat, the Pet Gear View 360 Pet Carrier comes with a booster seat frame and belts to the seat.
- For cat owners who prefer a top-load-only carrier, the Petmate Top Load Cat Kennel opens from the top hatch, which can be completely detached if needed.
- The Airline Approved Soft-Sided Portable Animal Travel Bag is designed for smaller pets. Still, it comes in small, medium and large sizes, features a compartment for more ventilation and space and is washable.
- For quick trips, the Cat-in-the-Bag Cozy Comfort Carrier keeps your cat close to you while you’re en route but also holds cats securely while the vet administers medications or cuts their nails, relieving any travel- or vet-induced anxiety.
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Invited speakers for the inaugural conference include Secretary of Energy Jennifer Granholm and Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer.
Walker-Miller Energy Services, one of the largest African American and woman-owned energy efficiency companies in the country, and Real Times Media, a leading producer of news and programming for Black audiences, are partnering to organize the Resilience and Equity in the Clean Energy Sector Summit (RECESS23). This groundbreaking event, to be held from October 30 to November 1, 2023, in Detroit aims to increase equitable access and resources for Black and Brown leaders in the clean energy industry.
RECESS23, subtitled the “Black and Brown Clean Energy Conference,” will provide a unique platform for engagement, bringing together global thought leaders, policymakers, and disruptors in the field. The summit will shed light on the crucial relationship between clean energy and social equity, while showcasing educational, career, and entrepreneurial opportunities for historically underserved communities.
Carla Walker-Miller, founder and CEO of Walker-Miller Energy Services, emphasizes the significance of RECESS23, stating, “The clean energy industry represents an unprecedented opportunity for historically excluded communities to participate in a major economic revolution. However, representation from Black and Brown communities in this sector remains disappointingly scarce.” RECESS23 aims to bridge this divide by cultivating an inclusive and equitable environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and tangible change.
Real Times Media CEO Hiram E. Jackson highlights the significance of Detroit as the summit’s host city, saying, “Detroit’s rich diversity and burgeoning innovation hub make it a fitting stage for this pivotal discussion. With its population comprising 80 percent Black and nearly 90 percent ethnic minority individuals, Detroit is uniquely positioned to lead the conversation on equitable access to the benefits of clean energy.”
With an estimated 600 attendees, RECESS23 will feature influential keynote speakers, thought-provoking panel discussions, and engaging workshops. The summit will explore various pivotal topics, including the equitable energy transition, renewable energy, energy storage, energy efficiency, and clean mobility. The interplay between clean energy and social justice will also be a key focus of the event. RECESS23 is sponsored in part by the Aspen Institute, a global nonprofit organization dedicated to driving change through dialogue, leadership, and action.
Leaders from academia, government, non-profit organizations, and private industries passionate about integrating clean energy and social equity are invited to participate in RECESS23. Keynote speakers invited include Secretary of Energy Jennifer Granholm and Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer.
RECESS23 offers a transformative platform for individuals and organizations to influence change, guide the future of clean energy, and contribute to a sustainable and equitable tomorrow. The summit organizers are accepting proposals for presentations, panel discussions, and workshops that align with the themes of the event. The deadline for proposal submissions is September 15, 2023.
For more information about RECESS23 and to submit proposals or sign up for event updates, visit www.recess23.com. | 2023-07-13T17:04:35+00:00 | atlantadailyworld.com | https://atlantadailyworld.com/2023/07/13/walker-miller-energy-services-and-real-times-media-partner-to-empower-black-and-brown-leaders-in-clean-energy/ |
Missing man’s body recovered and identified after boat capsizes in lake on Memorial Day
MANDEVILLE, La. (WVUE/Gray News) - The body of a man that went missing after a boat capsized at a Louisiana lake on Memorial Day has been recovered and identified according to authorities.
The body of 33-year-old native Kevin Childs was recovered after authorities conducted a search at Lake Pontchartrain near Mandeville, Louisiana, said Ponchatoula’s Darrell Williams, owner of the 31-foot cigarette boat. The St. Tammany Parish Coroner’s office confirmed Childs’ identity Tuesday morning.
Williams said that Childs was visiting the area from California and had never been on a boat before.
Williams said he has no idea what happened, noting that he took the boat out a few weeks ago and it was fine. Around 3:30 p.m. on Monday, he and five other friends were out on the boat for not even 15 minutes to get some dinner when the back end started to take on water.
Williams said that he got everyone situated with a life jacket except for himself and he held onto the hull of the boat that was still sticking up.
Everyone was floating in the water but Childs did not have the life jacket fastened properly and was struggling and panicking in the rough waters. He slipped out of the jacket and slipped under.
The men had to wait 45 minutes to be rescued. A Good Samaritan noticed Williams waving his T-shirt and took their boat out to rescue them.
Williams said Childs just had a baby two weeks ago and that everyone involved today is devastated.
Around 3:30 p.m. Tuesday, St. Tammany Marine Division responders were dispatched to the scene, just west of the cabins at Fontainebleau State Park.
Deputies with the Marine Division assisted Louisiana Wildlife and Fisheries in the search.
Copyright 2022 WVUE via Gray Media Group, Inc. All rights reserved. | 2022-06-01T00:33:16+00:00 | waff.com | https://www.waff.com/2022/05/31/missing-mans-body-recovered-identified-after-boat-capsizes-lake-memorial-day/ |
Signing up for Saudi riches to play for LIV Golf was always going to come at a cost.
One risk was thought to be eligibility for the majors, which turned out to be a false alarm, at least for the top players. Augusta National kept its criteria, while U.S. Open and British Open organizers have said they would honor everyone eligible, with minor tweaks.
The PGA of America is soon to announce its field for the PGA Championship on May 19-22 at Oak Hill. Its chief championships officer, Kerry Haigh, has said it will strive to deliver the strongest field, as always.
Even players from LIV Golf?
“Absolutely,” Haigh said two months ago.
That's as it should be. The mission of the major championships is to produce a thorough test for the best players in the world, regardless of where they make their living. It worked just fine at the Masters, where everyone seemed to get along at the Masters Club dinner, in the locker room and inside the ropes.
Further down the road, yet increasingly in view, is the Ryder Cup. LIV Golf will be in the Chicago suburbs the week before the Sept. 28-Oct. 1 matches. There should be no need for any American to catch a flight to Rome.
Haigh made it clear LIV Golf players would have a difficult time earning one of the six automatic spots “if the only events they get in are the majors.”
That's because the U.S. points list is based on money from PGA Tour-sanctioned events (including majors). And the tour has 10 tournaments that offer more prize money than the majors. Those are tour events Dustin Johnson, Brooks Koepka and the rest of LIV can't play.
Earning one of the six spots will require winning at least one major along with a top finish in another one. Koepka and Phil Mickelson tied for second at the Masters and moved up to No. 17 and No. 23, respectively.
The question becomes the six captain's picks.
Are they worthy?
U.S. captain Zach Johnson will have to base that on how they perform in 11 of the 54-hole events or the four majors.
Perhaps the bigger question is do the Americans even need them?
The current six qualifiers are Scottie Scheffler, Max Homa, Cameron Young, Jordan Spieth, Sam Burns and Patrick Cantlay. Right behind are two-time major champion Collin Morikawa, Justin Thomas and Xander Schauffele.
And then there is a mix of newcomers to be considered, such as Kurt Kitayama.
“No decisions have been made,” Johnson said last week at the Zurich Classic of New Orleans, the team event where his partner was Steve Stricker, the previous U.S. captain and an assistant for the Rome matches.
Stricker thought he had it tough because his Ryder Cup was delayed one year by the COVID-19 pandemic, and he had to change the qualifying criteria to account for so much uncertainty. That turned out to be a breeze.
Johnson has to consider players who have big names, big games, and who have defected to a rival league that has offered them generational wealth just for joining.
There's still plenty of time for this to sort itself out. With three majors and five $20 million designated events to come, the U.S. team won't become clear for another two months.
Johnson also suggested he would take from the model of Paul Azinger — the real “Captain America” in golf — who in 2008 created a pod system in which the automatic qualifiers had the strongest voice on who was picked.
“So I don’t know who those six are going to be, obviously, but their ownership and their opinions will weigh heavily into what I — what we — decide to do,” he said.
That doesn't account for team unity, whether to bring in players who “turned their back” — the phrase Tiger Woods used last July — on the tour they now want to represent.
Besides, what does the captain really know about LIV players except for their reputations? As he told Sports Illustrated at the RBC Heritage two weeks ago, “It’s probably a little bit more difficult because I’m not face-to-face, nor am I witnessing their games.”
“I don’t know what the conditions are like, probably don’t know what the golf courses are like,” Johnson said. “I mean, there’s competent players out there. But it’s hard to really decipher, I guess, what’s really going on. And frankly, I don’t know how they go about their work. I don’t really follow up much, but I might want to start.”
Dustin Johnson is overwhelmingly regarded as the one LIV Golf player everyone on the PGA Tour misses. He is a freak talent, to be sure, but he also has a reputation of never saying anything bad about anyone.
Johnson's name appeared in recent days for disparaging remarks about PGA Tour Commissioner Jay Monahan, prompting a swift and emphatic denial that he had said anything other than, “No comment.” Turns out it was Pat Perez — shocking — who made the remarks, and Perez owned it.
Johnson told the Sydney Morning Herald he would love to be on the Ryder Cup team, noting he “played pretty well” in the last one. Johnson went 5-0 at Whistling Straits, the first such record by an American since 1979. Then again, he had a 7-9-0 mark going into that week.
“If I play well for the rest of the year,” Johnson said, “hopefully I'll get a consideration.”
After four LIV Golf events, he is No. 17 in the standings. He tied for 48th at the Masters, 20 shots behind Jon Rahm. Johnson is a long way from consideration. That goes for the rest of the Americans who defected to LIV.
They chose guaranteed Saudi cash. The trade-off is the Ryder Cup. The U.S. team is strong enough it doesn't need the distraction.
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AP golf: https://apnews.com/hub/golf and https://twitter.com/AP_Sports | 2023-04-25T15:31:02+00:00 | clickorlando.com | https://www.clickorlando.com/sports/2023/04/25/column-team-usa-strong-enough-that-it-doesnt-need-liv-help/ |
NEW DELHI (AP) — Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Washington in June was expected to reduce India’s dependence on Moscow for arms, economic ties and technology as New Delhi and Washington try to strengthen the Quad partnership, which also includes Japan and Australia, to contain growing aggression from China.
India considers Russia a time-tested ally from the Cold War era with key cooperation in defense, oil, nuclear energy and space exploration. But that partnership has become fraught since Moscow started developing closer ties with India’s main rival, China, because of the war against Ukraine.
Here’s where things stand with India-Russia ties.
India started building a strong relationship with the then-Soviet Union in the mid-1950s during the Cold War, then strengthened those ties over conflicts with Pakistan.
The Soviet Union helped mediate a cease-fire between India and Pakistan to end the 1965 war over control of the disputed Himalayan territory of Kashmir. Then, during India’s war with Pakistan in December 1971, the Soviet Union used its veto power to support India at the United Nations, while the U.S. ordered a task force in the Bay of Bengal in support of Pakistan.
India and the Soviet Union signed a treaty of peace, friendship, and cooperation in August 1971. Following the dissolution of the Soviet Union, it was replaced by the Treaty of Indo-Russian Friendship and Cooperation in January 1993.
India has so far avoided voting against Russia or criticizing Russian President Vladimir Putin since the invasion of Ukraine began in February 2022.
Facing pressure from the United States and European nations, Prime Minister Narendra Modi told Putin in September, “Today’s era is not an era of war.” He said democracy, diplomacy and dialogue have kept the world together.
Modi and Putin met in September on the sidelines of a meeting of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization summit in the Uzbekistan city of Samarkand.
India started looking for Soviet arms after its bloody war with China in 1962.
In the early 1990s, the USSR represented about 70% of Indian army weapons, 80% of its air force systems, and 85% of its navy platforms.
India bought its first aircraft carrier, INS Vikramaditya, from Russia in 2004. The carrier had served in the former Soviet Union and later in the Russian Navy.
India’s air force presently operates more than 410 Soviet and Russian fighters, comprising a mix of imported and license-built platforms. India’s inventory of Russian-made military equipment also includes submarines, tanks, helicopters, submarines, frigates and missiles.
India has been reducing its dependency on Russian arms and diversifying its defense procurements, buying more from countries like the U.S., Israel, France and Italy. But experts say it may take 20 years to get over its dependence on Russian supplies and spares.
After Russia invaded Ukraine, the United States and European nations set a cap of $60 a barrel for Russian oil to control Moscow’s rising revenue. India’s oil purchases from Russia have risen sharply despite the sanctions.
Indian officials have defended buying oil from Russia, saying the lower price benefits Indian consumers.
Russian oil now accounts for nearly 20% of India’s annual crude imports, up from just 2% in 2021, according to Indian media reports.
European Union Foreign Policy Chief Josep Borrell recently suggested that the EU should take a harder line on India reselling Russian oil into Europe as refined fuel. India says its understanding of the EU regulations is that Russian crude, if substantially transformed in a third country, is not treated as Russian anymore.
India, with the world’s second-largest army, fourth-largest air force and seventh-largest navy, is trying to develop into a defense manufacturing hub. But it lacks a strong industrial base for military equipment.
India’s been acquiring new technologies and reducing reliance on imports.
Under Donald Trump’s administration, the U.S. and India concluded defense deals worth over $3 billion. Bilateral defense trade increased from near-zero in 2008 to $15 billion in 2019, including long-range maritime patrol aircraft, missiles and drones.
U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin discussed upgrading the partnership with India during his visit to New Delhi in early June.
Joint production and manufacture of combat aircraft engines, infantry combat vehicles, howitzers and their precision ordnance were discussed in May at a meeting of the U.S.-India Defense Policy Group in Washington, and a decision is likely to be announced during Modi’s visit to Washington. | 2023-06-22T18:29:54+00:00 | wjhl.com | https://www.wjhl.com/news/international/what-to-know-about-indias-ties-with-russia/ |
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GAITHERSBURG, Md. (AP) — Americans may soon get a new COVID-19 vaccine option -- shots made with a more tried-and-true technology than today’s versions. The big question: Why should they care?
After long delays, the Food and Drug Administration is expected to decide within weeks whether to authorize Novavax's vaccine. It’s late in the pandemic for a new choice, with about three-quarters of U.S. adults already vaccinated.
But the company is hoping to find a niche among some of the unvaccinated millions who might agree to a more traditional kind of shot -- a protein vaccine — and also to become a top choice for boosters, regardless of which type people got first. Only about half of vaccinated adults have gotten a booster.
The Novavax vaccine already is used in parts of Europe and multiple other countries, but FDA clearance is a key hurdle. And health experts are closely watching to see if a new tool offers advantages, either in enticing vaccine holdouts or maybe even offering somewhat broader immunity.
“What I’ve seen of the Novavax data so far is it’s a really impressive protein vaccine,” said University of Pennsylvania immunologist E. John Wherry.
WHAT’S DIFFERENT?
The Novavax vaccine trains the body to fight the coronavirus by delivering copies of its outer coating, the spike protein. Those spike copies are grown in insect cells, purified and packaged into nanoparticles that to the immune system resemble a virus, said Novavax research chief Dr. Gregory Glenn.
Then an immune-boosting ingredient, or adjuvant, that's made from the bark of a South American tree is added that acts as a red flag to ensure those particles look suspicious enough to spark a strong response.
“It’s basically a soap bubble. It’s made of stuff that you find in root beer,” Glenn said. “When an immune cell sees that, it becomes quite activated. ... We supercharge the immune response.”
Protein vaccines have been used for years to prevent hepatitis B, shingles and other diseases.
It’s a very different approach than the Pfizer and Moderna shots. Those so-called mRNA vaccines have saved countless lives and changed the course of the pandemic but still, some people are uncomfortable with the new technology that delivers genetic instructions for the body to make its own spike copies. A third U.S. option, from Johnson & Johnson, isn't as widely used.
WHY SO LATE?
Manufacturing problems held up the vaccine globally, but Novavax CEO Stanley Erck said those problems have been resolved and “are well behind us.” The company said more than 40 million doses had been distributed by March to countries in Asia, Europe and elsewhere.
Novavax, a small biotech company, created the vaccine in its research lab, but the Serum Institute of India, the world’s largest vaccine maker and other factories produce the shots.
Erck said the Serum Institute recently passed an FDA inspection, clearing the way for the agency to finish evaluating the vaccine.
HOW WELL DO THE SHOTS WORK?
Earlier in the pandemic, large studies in the U.S., Mexico and Britain found two doses of the Novavax vaccine were safe and about 90% effective at preventing symptomatic COVID-19. When the delta variant emerged last summer, Novavax reported a booster dose revved up virus-fighting antibodies that could tackle that mutant.
Now an even more contagious branch of the coronavirus family tree is dominant, the omicron mutant and its relatives. While none of the world’s COVID-19 vaccines have proved as strong against omicron, Glenn said lab tests show Novavax shots do trigger cross-protective antibodies.
Like other vaccine makers, Novavax is brewing shots updated to better target omicron. It opened a study in Australia to test how well an omicron-targeted booster revs up immunity in people who initially got Pfizer or Moderna doses.
And in flasks full of insect cells in the company’s Maryland-based research lab, scientists are designing spike proteins to match even newer omicron siblings, in case they’re needed.
WHAT'S NEXT?
On June 7, the FDA’s scientific advisers will publicly evaluate evidence backing the Novavax vaccine for adults -- and almost certainly will debate when and how it might be used as a booster. If the FDA authorizes the vaccine, the next step would be recommendations from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on how to use it.
European regulators are considering expanding Novavax shots to teenagers based on a U.S. study of those as young as 12 during last summer's delta wave. The company plans further tests in younger children soon.
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─Chemomab to Host Webcast and Conference Call for Investors Today, August 12 at 8:00 am ET─
TEL AVIV, Israel, Aug. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Chemomab Therapeutics, Ltd. (Nasdaq: CMMB), a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on the discovery and development of innovative therapeutics for fibrotic and inflammatory diseases with high unmet need, today announced financial and operating results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2022 and provided a corporate update.
"We continued to make good progress on multiple fronts in the second quarter," said Dale Pfost, PhD, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Chemomab. "We advanced our clinical programs for CM-101, our first-in-class monoclonal antibody that neutralizes CCL24, a novel disease target at the confluence of fibrosis and inflammation; we added to our intellectual property portfolio for CM-101; we presented important new data at major scientific meetings; and we added several highly experienced staff essential to progressing our scientific and clinical priorities."
Dr. Pfost continued, "Congratulations to our research team for gaining issuance of a new U.S patent covering the use of CM-101 in liver diseases such as primary sclerosing cholangitis (PSC), thereby further extending our proprietary protection for disease targets involving hepatic and cholestatic conditions. I am also very pleased at how active our researchers and consultants have been in the past few months educating their scientific and medical peers by presenting data on CCL24 and CM-101 at major international scientific meetings. We recently added several outstanding research and clinical experts to our team to help ensure rapid advancement of our preclinical and clinical programs. In addition, we added a new director, Jill Quigley, JD, who brings a wealth of biotechnology strategic and operational expertise to our board. These are exciting times for our company, and I look forward to reporting more details on our progress in the coming months."
Clinical Update:
Phase 2 Liver Fibrosis Trial in NASH patients
Chemomab concluded the treatment phase of its randomized, placebo-controlled Phase 2 liver fibrosis trial that included a total of 23 NASH patients, with patients in the active arm receiving 5mg/kg of CM-101 delivered subcutaneously in 8 doses administered once every two weeks. This sets the stage for a planned topline study read-out before year-end. Importantly, these data represent the first read-out of CM-101's activity in patients with established liver disease. The main study outcome is safety and tolerability. Additionally, based on the encouraging signs of activity observed in the CM-101 Phase 1b study in patients with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, the company believes that evaluations of similar secondary outcomes in this patient population with more severe liver fibrosis and inflammation could be informative, and may provide useful insights in support of the overall CM-101 clinical development program. The trial results should also generate the pharmacokinetic and tolerability data needed to inform next steps in the development of the subcutaneous formulation of CM-101.
Phase 2 Trial in Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis patients
Chemomab previously indicated its intention to increase its efforts in the rare disease primary sclerosing cholangitis, or PSC, including expanding the size and scope of the ongoing randomized, placebo-controlled Phase 2 trial. The company is adding an open label extension and a dose finding component intended to better inform selection of the optimal dose of CM-101 to advance into late development. These revisions have been finalized and global regulatory filings supporting the trial expansion have been initiated, while new sites in Europe and the U.S. continue to open. The company plans to enroll a total of 93 patients: 25 patients in each of the three dosing cohorts, which include the current 10mg/kg dose along with a lower 5 mg/kg dose and a higher 20mg/kg dose. Another 18 patients are receiving placebo. All outcome measures in the trial, including evaluations of serum ALP levels, serum biological markers, and Fibroscan, remain unchanged, except that the primary outcome now is safety. Consistent with this change, the study is not formally powered to assess efficacy. However, cohort sizes sufficient to detect, with expected variability, a clinically relevant improvement in serum ALP levels (defined as change from baseline), which is a key secondary outcome for studies in PSC, have been maintained. A blinded interim Drug Monitoring Committee safety review of the current cohort is planned for late this year, and Chemomab anticipates reporting topline data from the trial in the second half of 2024.
Phase 2 Trial in Systemic Sclerosis patients
Chemomab has made significant progress in delineating the design of its upcoming Phase 2 trial in systemic sclerosis, or SSc, working closely with a number of top systemic sclerosis experts. The company aims to establish biological proof of concept on clinically relevant aspects of this complex disease, focusing on CM-101's potential activity in modifying the skin, lung and vascular pathophysiology observed in SSc patients. Plans to launch the trial by the end of this year remain on track. A special webcast to provide details on the final trial design is planned in the next several months.
Recent Highlights:
- Awarded U.S. Patent No.11365246, "Anti CCL24 (eotaxin 2) Antibodies for Use in the Treatment of Hepatic Disease," a new method of use patent that covers the use of CM-101 and other anti-CCL24 antibodies and binding fragments in the treatment of a range of fibro-inflammatory liver diseases, including primary sclerosing cholangitis and other cholestatic-related disorders. The new patent extends Chemomab's intellectual property protection for CM-101 in the U.S. for another three years through at least 2038, with additional extensions possible.
- At a poster presentation at the EULAR European Congress of Rheumatology (June 1-4, Copenhagen, DK), Chemomab collaborator Professor Francesco Del Galdo of the University of Leeds presented a poster further supporting the role of CCL24 as a therapeutic target for systemic sclerosis. This study, which examined the role of CCL24 in longitudinal cohorts of diffuse cutaneous SSc patients, reported elevated serum levels of CCL24 in these patients and showed that high circulating CCL24 levels were correlated with disease activity and worse prognosis, as reflected by high fibrotic activity and deterioration of lung function over time.
- In an oral presentation at the 2022 EASL International Liver Congress (June 22-26, London, UK), Chemomab researchers presented data from a preclinical PSC model that used advanced technologies to reveal unique liver macrophage subpopulations as the major source of CCL24 production in the area of the bile duct that is damaged in PSC. Chemomab scientists also demonstrated in this model that treatment with CM-101 interfered with core PSC disease pathways in a way that is potentially associated with therapeutic activity.
- At the first international Extracellular Matrix Pharmacology Conference (June 23-25, Copenhagen DK), Chemomab researchers presented a poster that included both preclinical and early clinical data demonstrating that CM-101 attenuates biomarkers associated with extracellular matrix (ECM) expression. ECM expression is involved in PSC pathophysiology and is closely related to CM-101's mechanism of action. Importantly, this dataset supports the company's efforts to translate findings on preclinical biomarkers associated with ECM remodeling in the liver to the use of similar serum biomarkers in patients in its clinical trials.
- Appointed Jill M. Quigley, JD, to the Chemomab board of directors. Ms. Quigley brings more than 20 years of biotechnology industry leadership experience encompassing executive management, corporate operations, legal affairs, financings, and board membership. Previously Ms. Quigley was Chief Operating Officer at Passage Bio.
- Appointed Ilan Vaknin, PhD, MBA, as Vice President of Research & Development. Dr. Vaknin brings Chemomab more than 20 years of biotechnology drug discovery and development experience in immunology, translational research, antibody development and manufacturing, and bioassay development, including more than a decade in senior science roles at Compugen, Ltd.
- Appointed Christina Crater, MD, as Vice President of Clinical Development. Dr. Crater brings Chemomab an extensive background in medical affairs and clinical trial design and execution, across a broad range of therapeutic indications. She has served as medical monitor, safety physician, therapeutic expert and study director in all phases of clinical development. Dr. Crater's experience spans pharmaceutical firms including Bristol-Myers Squibb, as well as major clinical research organizations including PRA Health Sciences and PAREXEL International.
- Presented at the JMP Securities Life Sciences and HC Wainwright Global Investment Conferences. Recorded webcasts from these events can be accessed at Chemomab's website at https://investors.chemomab.com/events.
Second Quarter 2022 Financial Highlights
- Cash Position: Cash, cash equivalents and bank deposits were $51.8 million as of June 30, 2022, compared to $57.5 million at March 31, 2022. The company currently expects its runway to last through the end of 2023, consistent with the update provided last quarter.
- Research and Development (R&D) Expenses: R&D expenses were $2.9 million for the quarter ended June 30, 2022, compared to $1.3 million for the same quarter in 2021. The increase in R&D expense quarter-over-quarter primarily reflects the ramp-up in activities supporting the company's clinical programs for CM-101.
- General and Administrative (G&A) Expenses: G&A expenses were $3.3 million for the quarter ended June 30, 2022, compared to $1.5 million for the same quarter in 2021. The increase in cash G&A in the second quarter partly reflects key additions to the senior management team, as well as a non-cash charge for previously disclosed equity-based compensation plus a provision accrued for a potential tax liability, the majority of which arises from transactions that took place prior to the company's reverse merger in March 2021.
- Net Loss: Net loss was $6.2 million, or a net loss of approximately $0.03 cents per basic and diluted ordinary share, for the second quarter of 2022, compared to $2.8 million, or a net loss of approximately $0.01 per basic and diluted ordinary share, for the quarter ended June 30, 2021. The weighted average number of Ordinary Shares outstanding, basic and diluted were 228,173,276 (equal to 11,408,664 ADS's) for the quarter ended June 30, 2022.
For further details on Chemomab's financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2022, refer to the Form 10-Q, which will be filed with the SEC today, August 12, 2022.
Live Webcast and Conference Call at 8:00 am Eastern Time, Friday, August 12, 2022
Chemomab management will host a webcast and conference call today, Friday, August 12, 2022, beginning at 8:00 a.m. Eastern Time to discuss these results and answer questions. Shareholders and other interested parties may participate in the conference call by clicking this Webcast link to access the live webcast or replay, or by dialing 877-407-9208 (in the U.S.) or 201-493-6784 (outside the U.S. and in Israel) and entering passcode 13730646. Please call 5-10 minutes before the scheduled start time, enter the conference passcode and ask the operator for the Chemomab conference call. The webcast link is also available on the company's website at https://investors.chemomab.com/events
A replay of the call will be available on Chemomab's website for 90 days at www.chemomab.com.
About Chemomab Therapeutics Ltd.
Chemomab is a clinical stage biotechnology company focusing on the discovery and development of innovative therapeutics for fibrotic and inflammatory diseases with high unmet need. Based on the unique and pivotal role of the soluble protein CCL24 in promoting fibrosis and inflammation, Chemomab developed CM-101, a monoclonal antibody designed to bind and block CCL24 activity. CM-101 has demonstrated the potential to treat multiple severe and life-threatening fibrotic and inflammatory diseases. It is currently in Phase 2 trials for primary sclerosing cholangitis and liver fibrosis, with a Phase 2 trial in systemic sclerosis expected to begin in late 2022. For more information, visit chemomab.com.
Forward Looking Statements
This press release contains "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act. These forward-looking statements include, among other things, statements regarding the clinical development pathway for CM-101; the future operations of Chemomab and its ability to successfully initiate and complete clinical trials and achieve regulatory milestones; the nature, strategy and focus of Chemomab; the development and commercial potential and potential benefits of any product candidates of Chemomab; and that the product candidates have the potential to address high unmet needs of patients with serious fibrosis-related diseases and conditions. Any statements contained in this communication that are not statements of historical fact may be deemed to be forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are based upon Chemomab's current expectations. Forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties. Because such statements deal with future events and are based on Chemomab's current expectations, they are subject to various risks and uncertainties and actual results, performance or achievements of Chemomab could differ materially from those described in or implied by the statements in this presentation, including: risks related to Chemomab's ability to effectively implement the revised clinical strategy and its ability to achieve the anticipated results; risks related to the projections and associated benefits in pursuing the contemplated changes to the clinical strategy; risks associated with the ongoing transitions of certain of our executive officers; the uncertain and time-consuming regulatory approval process; risks related to Chemomab's ability to correctly manage its operating expenses and its expenses; Chemomab's plans to develop and commercialize its product candidates, focusing on CM-101; the timing of initiation of Chemomab's planned clinical trials; the timing of the availability of data from Chemomab's clinical trials including any potential delays associated with Chemomab's contemplated revised clinical strategy; the timing of any planned investigational new drug application or new drug application; Chemomab's plans to research, develop and commercialize its current and future product candidates; the clinical utility, potential benefits and market acceptance of Chemomab's product candidates; Chemomab's commercialization, marketing and manufacturing capabilities and strategy; Chemomab's ability to protect its intellectual property position; and the requirement for additional capital to continue to advance these product candidates, which may not be available on favorable terms or at all. Additional risks and uncertainties relating to Chemomab's and its business can be found under the caption "Risk Factors" and elsewhere in Chemomab's filings and reports with the SEC. Chemomab expressly disclaims any obligation or undertaking to release publicly any updates or revisions to any forward-looking statements contained herein to reflect any change in Chemomab's expectations with regard thereto or any change in events, conditions or circumstances on which any such statements are based, except to the extent required by applicable law.
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SAN JOSE, Calif., and GUADALAJARA, Jalisco, June 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Flex (NASDAQ: FLEX) announced it is expanding its automotive industry operations in Jalisco, Mexico. The company is building a new 145,000-square-foot state-of-the-art facility that will serve as the strategic in-region automotive manufacturing hub dedicated to producing advanced electronic components that will accelerate the era of electric and autonomous vehicles.
"Innovative and reliable electronic technologies are essential ingredients for ushering in the next generation of mobility. Our Guadalajara site provides advanced manufacturing capabilities, a robust supply chain with global reach, and the technical domain expertise needed to deliver the highest value to our automotive customers as they pursue their goals toward an autonomous and electrified future" said Rodrigo DallOglio, Head of Operations for LatAm.
This expansion reaffirms Flex's commitment to the region and to continue to be the leading employer and largest exporter in Jalisco.
About Flex
Flex (Reg. No. 199002645H) is the manufacturing partner of choice that helps a diverse customer base design and build products that improve the world. Through the collective strength of a global workforce across 30 countries and responsible, sustainable operations, Flex delivers technology innovation, supply chain, and manufacturing solutions to diverse industries and end markets.
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LOUISVILLE, Ky., July 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Dealer Trade Network, the inventory optimization solution for new car dealerships, announced today a partnership with Automotive Ventures' DealerFund, and that Steve Greenfield will serve as a Strategic Advisor to the company effective immediately. The Automotive Ventures DealerFund has the most progressive, technology-driven dealership principals as limited partners, and Greenfield brings his extensive industry expertise to Dealer Trade Network, as the company continues to expand its value proposition and its data footprint to enhance its position as America's Trading Floor for New Cars.
"We are passionate about developing cutting edge tools for our industry and dealer customers that ultimately allow us to deliver the best end-to-end new car trade and fulfillment services," said Christian Miller, Dealer Trade Network's CEO. "Steve's experience and passion for shepherding evolutionary solutions in the automotive industry will be a major catalyst for Dealer Trade Network."
Greenfield has over 20 years of experience in the automotive industry, has overseen more than $1 billion in automotive technology acquisitions, is the author of the book, "The Future of Automotive Retail," and is the founder and CEO of Automotive Ventures, a VC firm focused on the next wave of innovation in transportation technology.
"Dealer Trade Network has done an incredible job integrating technology and data into traditional locator services, and, backed by our new DealerFund, I am looking forward to assisting the team to accelerate their development of new solutions for the benefit of the automotive industry," said Greenfield. "I am thrilled to have an opportunity to strategically help the company build upon the amazing value they've already delivered to dealers."
With Greenfield as a Strategic Advisor, Dealer Trade Network will be launching several new strategies and products for its dealership customers. The initial focus being on data driven solutions and visibility.
ABOUT DEALER TRADE NETWORK
With a combination of proprietary software, trusted industry relationships, and deep market expertise, Dealer Trade Network manages the end-to-end trade and fulfillment process that moves new vehicles between franchise dealerships so that dealers can match their floor plans with local market demands. The company moves over 1,000 new vehicles each month across its network of 4,000+ franchise auto dealers. For more information, visit dealertradenetwork.com.
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CLEVELAND, Ohio – Scribbles in my notebook as the 2-2 Browns play host to the 2-2 L.A. Chargers:
1. If the Chargers had Joey Bosa, I wouldn’t be writing this kind of story. Or if they had Keenan Allen. Or if they were averaging more than than 2.7 yards per game running the ball. Or if their defense wasn’t ranked 30th in allowing points – 27 per game. Or if they hadn’t lost 38-10 to Jacksonville ... in Los Angeles!
2. But all of those things are facts. Just as it’s a fact the Chargers are averaging only 23 points a game, the Browns are at 26.3. Hard to believe Cleveland would be outscoring the Chargers after four games this season. It points to some problems for coach Brandon Staley’s team.
3. That said, the Chargers have Justin Herbert, who leads the NFL in passing yardage. He’s completing 67% of his passes, with nine TD passes compared to a pair of interceptions. Even with some very sore ribs, he’s still a big-time QB.
4. Coach Kevin Stefanski on Herbert: “They also have a quarterback who does a nice job of getting the ball out of his hands ... at a hint of trouble, he is going to get rid of the ball, and he is not going to take a sack.”
5. Which brings me to Browns defensive coordinator Joe Woods. If Woods is going to play soft zone coverage, Herbert will embarrass the Browns. Remember how Pittsburgh’s Ben Roethlisberger would play a quick tempo, moving the ball all over the field? Yes, he could throw long. But he chewed up defenses with short and medium passes. Herbert is the same way.
6. Let’s see if Woods will trust his defensive backs to play tight man-to-man coverage. Yes, there is a risk of giving up some long gains. But last year they lost 47-42 to the Chargers. Twice, they left star receiver Mike Williams wide open – TD catches of 72 and 42 yards. Williams was in L.A., the closest Cleveland defender appeared to be in Parma. Overall, three major blown coverages, 26 points allowed in the fourth quarter.
7. Woods on last year’s game: “I thought we played really well (in the first half) ... In the second half, it was a wild, wild game. I don’t want it to be that way. I hope it’s not that way. You have to play for 60 minutes.”
8. Browns safety John Johnson III was right when he said at his press conference the Browns will “get torched if they aren’t locked in” on defense. Pay attention to the fourth quarter. In four games this season, the Browns have allowed 17-17-3-13 points in the fourth quarter.
9. I talked to an NFL executive who gave me the comparison of Herbert to Roethlisberger in terms of quickly getting rid of the ball. The executive said the Browns need to understand it’s hard to sack Herbert, who has taken only four sacks in four games. They need to tell their pass rushers to keep their arms up. They can deflect passes.
10. According to Pro Football Focus, Herbert has had four passes batted down this season. That’s above average. Cleveland’s Jacoby Brissett has had two. Former Brown Baker Mayfield is off to a rough start in Carolina. He leads NFL with nine passes batted down. He’s completing only 55% of his passes with 4 TDs and 3 interceptions. He’s ranked 30th out of 33 starting QBs by ESPN.
11. Why do I think the Browns can win? Part of it is the Charger defense. It’s ranked 30th in the NFL, allowing 27 points a game. In its last three games, it has allowed a run for at least 50 yards. The Chargers are allowing 5.6 yards per rush this season. Can you say Nick Chubb and Kareem Hunt?
12. Yes, the Chargers have Derwin James Jr., a superb defensive back “who is a linebacker type,” according to Browns offensive coordinator Alex Van Pelt. “He is a guy where we have to know where he is at all times.” The Chargers also have Khalil Mack, an edge rusher with five sacks. He’s not quite up to his old Defensive Player of the Year standards from 2016. He is a six-time Pro Bowl selection and can be a force. But the Charger defense is much like Cleveland’s – the parts look much better than the whole. Something is off with these guys – as with both teams.
13. The longer I write about this game, the less I feel confident in my original idea the Browns should win. I wonder how Amari Cooper could have only one catch for 9 yards in last week’s loss to Atlanta. This came after back-to-back 100-yard receiving games. Jacoby Brissett only threw to him four times. It was odd, and can’t happen again. It’s not as if Atlanta has a great defense and was determined to constantly double team Cooper. The Browns just didn’t make a point of getting him the ball.
14. Remember that fourth-and-3 near the goal line in the first quarter against Atlanta? It led to a strange play with Brissett rolling out to his right and then heaving the ball out of the end zone. Van Pelt admitted: “They gave us an un-scouted look we hadn’t seen before.” I heard Atlanta usually blitzed five-to-seven players near the goal line. Instead, they dropped eight into coverage, confusing Brissett.
15. OK, my prediction: Browns 31, Chargers 29. My prediction record is 2-2 this season.
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Study finds brain abnormality that could be linked to sudden infant death syndrome
(CNN) - Sudden infant death syndrome, or SIDS, is the leading cause of death for babies in their first year of life and the cause has been a mystery.
Most of the time it happens when the baby is asleep.
Scientists looked into one theory for the cause of SIDS, which is a disruption of breathing.
A team studied 58 babies who had died of SIDS and compared them to a control group of a dozen babies whose causes of death were unknown.
They found an abnormality in the brain receptor of the SIDS babies.
The receptor is involved in the body’s protective response to low oxygen, causing us to awaken and gasp for air.
An abnormality could interfere with that kick-start breathing process.
The finding suggested that a larger group of SIDS cases may be related to this brain receptor abnormality.
The study was published in the Journal of Neuropathology and Experimental Neurology.
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Florida man finds naked roommate in daughter’s bed, charged in shooting, police say
(Gray News) - A man is facing charges in Florida for shooting at his two roommates after he discovered one of them had gotten into bed naked with his teenage daughter, according to police.
The Cape Coral Police Department responded to the home of Dayne Victor Miller, 44, early Wednesday morning after Miller called police to say “one of his roommates was naked in his teenage daughter’s bedroom, which sparked him to shoot at both roommates through a closed bedroom door,” the department said in a news release.
Officers learned Miller and his roommates, a married couple renting a room from Miller, had been “drinking heavily” Tuesday night.
One roommate, who “acknowledged drinking in excess earlier in the night,” said he got up to use the restroom and mistakenly went into the bedroom of Miller’s sleeping teenage daughter, got into bed beside her and fell asleep.
Miller’s daughter got up to tell Miller once she woke and “realized a naked male was sleeping next to her.”
Police said the daughter “did not allege a crime had occurred against her.”
The naked man’s spouse woke him up and shouted at him that he wasn’t in their bedroom, and they returned to their own room.
Miller approached their door and began pounding on it after discovering they’d locked it, shouting, “I’ll kill you.” He shot his handgun three to four times “into the floor outside the bedroom door in a rage.”
The responding officers “saw shell casings and bullet holes through the bedroom door of the victims,” according to the news release.
Police did not specify whether there were any injuries. Miller cooperated with officers, was quickly arrested and taken to Lee County Jail.
He’s charged with aggravated assault with a deadly weapon and shooting into an occupied dwelling.
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Q: Ira, the Kevin Durant saga is over the top. He’s 34, past his prime, and exactly how many championships has he won without Stephen Curry/ Klay Thompson/Draymond Green? Zero. How many NBA Finals has he made without Russell Westbrook/James Harden/Serge Ibaka? Zero again. Giving away a young All-Star and multiple first round picks for a player that is past his prime and never really made those around him better is way too high a price. – Phil, Boca Raton.
A: First, let’s not do this. Let’s not, amid the risk of coming up short, devalue the prize. Kevin Durant is among the very best players in today’s game, among the best of all time. So, yes, you pursue and you pursue hard. But if you don’t land him, you also don’t walk away saying the chase wasn’t worth it. Put it this way: If you heard Kevin Durant was available and your team didn’t make its best offer, how would you feel about your team? But that also doesn’t mean your team didn’t/doesn’t have enough to compete without such a blockbuster.
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Q: I can see Ben Simmons averaging double digit assists and providing elite defense in a Erik Spoelstra position-less system. – David, Venice.
A: This has been raised as a talking point because for the Nets to take in Bam Adebayo in any possible trade for Kevin Durant, Ben Simmons would have to be dealt by the Heat. And, yes, Erik Spoelstra’s position-less defensive system would seem tailor made for Ben. But so many questions remain with Ben, including actually getting on, and staying on, the court. Plus a Simmons-Jimmy Butler reunion could be a hoot.
Q: For me, Bam Adebayo is only untouchable on this roster, due to the fact the Heat would have no defenders at the four and five – Alt.
A: First, if you get a Kevin Durant, you have a defender at power forward. And it’s not as if Bam Adebayo was shutting down the game’s biggest centers. As with Bam, if he were to be moved in a deal, then Erik Spoelstra would adjust a system to his new personnel. That’s what the best coaches do. You can be wed to a player; you can’t be wed purely to a system. Bam is unique, thus the unique defensive approach these past few seasons. | 2022-07-28T10:16:21+00:00 | sun-sentinel.com | https://www.sun-sentinel.com/sports/miami-heat/heat-blog/fl-sp-miami-heat-ask-ira-kevin-durant-cost-20220728-56nk5hdktrgh7j5jqwfsyqqo3m-story.html |
JOINT BASE ELMENDORF-RICHARDSON, Alaska (AP) — Two U.S. Army helicopters collided and crashed Thursday in Alaska while returning from a training flight, killing three soldiers and injuring a fourth.
Two of the soldiers died at the scene of the crash near Healy, Alaska, and a third died on the way to a hospital in Fairbanks. A fourth soldier was being treated at a hospital for injuries, the Army said in a statement.
The names of those killed were being withheld until relatives could be notified, the Army said.
Each AH-64 Apache helicopter was carrying two people at the time of the crash, John Pennell, a spokesperson for the U.S. Army Alaska, said earlier Thursday.
The helicopters were from the 1st Attack Battalion, 25th Aviation Regiment at Fort Wainwright, based near Fairbanks.
“This is an incredible loss for these soldiers’ families, their fellow soldiers, and for the division,” Maj. Gen. Brian Eifler, commanding general of the 11th Airborne Division, said in the Army statement. “Our hearts and prayers go out to their families, friends and loved ones, and we are making the full resources of the Army available to support them.”
The Army said the cause of the crash was under investigation and more details would be released when they become available.
The crash is the second accident involving military helicopters in Alaska this year.
In February, two soldiers were injured when an Apache helicopter rolled after taking off from Talkeetna. The aircraft was one of four traveling to Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson in Anchorage from Fort Wainwright.
In March, nine soldiers were killed when two U.S. Army Black Hawk medical evacuation helicopters crashed during a routine nighttime training exercise about 30 miles (48 kilometers) northeast of Fort Campbell, Kentucky.
Healy is located about 10 miles (16.09 kilometers) north of Denali National Park and Preserve, or about 250 miles (402 kilometers) north of Anchorage.
Healy is a community of about 1,000 people located on the Parks Highway in Alaska’s interior region. It is a popular place for people to spend the night while visiting the nearby park, which is home to Denali, the continent’s tallest mountain.
Healy is also famous for being the town closest to the former bus that had been abandoned in the backcountry and was popularized by the book “Into the Wild” and the movie of the same name. The bus was removed and taken to Fairbanks in 2020. | 2023-04-28T11:59:51+00:00 | cenlanow.com | https://www.cenlanow.com/news/ap-top-headlines/2-us-army-helicopters-crash-in-alaska-on-training-flight/ |
RABAT, Morocco (AP) — The game was sparsely attended; it was midweek and the match wasn’t going to be a nail-biter: the Association Sportive des Forces Armees Royales, a powerhouse in women’s soccer here, ended up crushing its Moroccan national women’s professional league opponent 7-0.
One young fan in the stands was excited regardless.
Dressed in a jersey reading “Morocco” in Arabic, 5-year-old Aliae Benazzouza descended to the pitch to meet the players. A favorite of hers, Fatima Tagnaout, who plays for Morocco’s national women’s team and for the armed forces team known as ASFAR, wrapped her arms around Aliae as they posed for photos. Aliae waved at another player. During the game, she would make her way to the front of the stands for a better view.
“I was very happy,” Aliae said.
After years largely in the margins, Moroccan women’s soccer is gaining new ground, capturing the imagination of some girls like Aliae, winning the hearts and minds of more parents, and chipping away at a traditional view of soccer as a men’s game. Morocco’s national team, dubbed the Atlas Lionesses, will make its debut this month at the FIFA Women’s World Cup, the first to qualify from the Arab world, where many are wild for the men’s game.
“I teach (my daughters) confidence, not fear,” said Idriss Benazzouza, Aliae’s father. “Sports don’t differentiate between genders.”
He said the Lionesses’ achievement “shows how women’s soccer has progressed” in the North African country and has filled him with joy. He added, though, that not everyone he knows shares his enthusiasm due to conservative views or religious beliefs against women wearing shorts.
The national team’s upcoming Women’s World Cup appearance follows their male counterpart’s history making feat as the first African or Arab team to reach the World Cup semifinals. Last year’s run galvanized support from other Arab countries.
Morocco’s 2022 hosting of the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations drew large numbers of spectators and catapulted the country to the upcoming global tournament. It marked a watershed moment in perceptions for many, soccer officials and players say.
“The qualification of the women’s team for the finals at the Africa Cup of Nations, the media momentum and the wide audience that followed … breathed new life into women’s soccer in Morocco,” said Khadija Illa, president of the national women’s soccer league.
The on-the-pitch victories, she said, were the culmination of efforts in recent years by the Royal Moroccan Football Federation to develop soccer, including for women. Female players and teams traditionally suffered from neglect here and in the Arab world.
“Everything related to women requires struggling for,” Illa said. “We’re not 100% where we want to be, but we have put sound structures in place.”
Those include the hiring of Atlas Lionesses’ coach Reynald Pedros and moves by the Moroccan federation to support women’s clubs with such things as salaries. Providing financial help was part of an agreement announced in 2020 for the growth and professionalization of female soccer; goals included establishing a national under-17 championship and increasing the number of female players.
“There’s no success without financial support,” Illa said. Still, she said, large salary gaps exist between male and female players at Moroccan clubs, adding, “We’re still at the beginning of the road.”
She cited a sports-study program that searches for youthful talent and provides girls who qualify with housing, schooling and soccer practice.
Bahya El Yahmidi, who oversees women’s soccer at ASFAR, said with victories, attitudes have been evolving.
“In the beginning, there was such talk as ‘You belong in the home or in the kitchen’ … or girls would wait for their fathers or brothers to leave before they could sneak out to play,” she said. “But later, a brother would come with his sister, a father with his daughter.”
For Hiba Karami, who plays for another local team, Fath Union Sport, the advancement in women’s soccer has made a dream of hers a reality.
Last year, Karami was one of the players representing Morocco in the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup. Karami loved soccer because her older sister played.
When there were naysayers, Karami paid little heed.
“Some kids or men would say that women belonged in the kitchen and weren’t made for soccer,” she said. “I knew that I loved the game and that I will play.”
Boys in the neighborhood accepted her “because I played better than they did,” she said.
In recent years, Karami said, she’s seen women’s soccer receive more attention. She was overjoyed to see many turn up to support the national team during the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations.
She only wishes that had happened sooner; her sister died.
“I wish she were here to witness my achievements,” Karami said, breaking into tears.
The senior Lionesses’ ascent fuels her resolve. “This has made me work harder, aspire for more, dream.”
Atlas Lionesses’ and ASFAR player Ghizlane Chebbak is increasingly seeing the star power she and some of her peers are enjoying in the eyes of young fans.
“Our efforts and perseverance in the field of soccer haven’t gone in vain; people have understood that we have the right to play this sport,” the 32-year-old said.
Nouhaila Benzina, who also plays for the national team and ASFAR, said her soccer career has opened up new worlds for her. The 25-year-old never saw soccer at odds with her modest attire and the Islamic headscarf she wears on and off the pitch.
Many, she said, depict her as a role model.
“This … makes me want to work harder to show girls that they can achieve great things.”
In parts of the Middle East and North Africa, women’s soccer can be shackled by lack of financing or conservative attitudes in some areas, while making new pushes in others when there are official efforts to develop the game.
Illa said the Moroccan team’s rise offers hope.
“Nothing is impossible,” she said. “If they work and plan, other teams can make it too.”
Attitudes vary in Arab cities.
In Gaza, ruled by the militant Hamas group, shopkeeper Ahmed Qoffa said he rooted for Morocco’s men’s team but takes issue with female players wearing shorts.
“If it is within the legal, cultural and societal limits, then there is no problem,” he said.
Elsewhere in the region, many were unaware of the Atlas Lionesses’ breakthrough.
“They always give attention to men’s sports more than women’s, especially in our countries,” said Hadeel Sleiman. She is a fan from Lebanon.
In Egypt, 61-year-old Hassan Yousef argued that soccer “is a rough game that is not at all fit for women,” adding he wouldn’t enjoy watching women play.
Dr. Husam Mokhtar, a Libyan in Egypt, said he doubts women’s soccer can become as popular as men’s, adding that “soccer is a men’s game.”
His 13-year-old daughter, Miral, disagreed. “Every sport should be played by everyone,” she said.
Back in Morocco, Fath Union Sport players practiced on a recent day.
Among them was 11-year-old Inass Belattar, who once thought only boys could play soccer because she had never seen girls playing on the street.
She now dreams of a career as a soccer player, or a coach, but also an engineer.
“Girls can do anything,” she said. “I want to play abroad and be famous around the world.”
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Associated Press journalists Wafaa Shurafa in Gaza City, Gaza Strip and Kareem Chehayeb in Beirut contributed reporting.
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DALLAS (AP) — DALLAS (AP) — Kronos Worldwide Inc. (KRO) on Wednesday reported a loss of $15.2 million in its first quarter.
On a per-share basis, the Dallas-based company said it had a loss of 13 cents.
The maker of titanium dioxide pigments posted revenue of $426.3 million in the period.
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"This feels like a moment where I'm restarting, in a way ... a career that I've worked so hard at for so long," says 2022 Tiny Desk Contest winner Alisa Amador, reflecting on what was likely one of the craziest months of her life.
Just a few days after finding out she won this year's Contest, Amador flew from her Boston home to Washington, D.C. for her Tiny Desk concert – the first show at my Desk with an audience in over 2 years. The day after that performance Amador hit the road, headlining our month-long, cross-country Tiny Desk Contest On The Road tour.
NPR's video team recently caught up with Amador in Brooklyn at our final tour stop to hear how her life has changed – from the first time she entered the Contest, 6 years ago, to finding out her 2022 entry, "Milonga accidental," rose to the top of the thousands we received. This is her journey.
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Senate Appropriations Committee Chairwoman Patty Murray (D-Wash.) and Sen. Susan Collins (Maine), the top Republican on the panel, on Tuesday pledged “to find common ground” in the upper chamber in the face of a looming standoff with the House over government funding.
Murray and Collins in a joint statement said they would work together amidst growing speculation about a likely government shutdown later this year after Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R-Calif.) promised conservative rebels in his conference that he would insist on capping spending at fiscal year 2022 levels — something that Democrats are dismissing as a non-starter.
“As the incoming chair and vice chair of the Senate Appropriations Committee, we take our responsibility to govern seriously and look forward to working in a bipartisan way here in the Senate to find common ground and move our country forward,” the senators said in a joint statement.
In addition to his pledge to cut discretionary spending, McCarthy also promised to pass the 12 annual appropriations bills individually to avoid having to vote on another year-end omnibus spending bill.
Murray and Collins jointly expressed support for taking up the annual appropriations bills in a more timely manner in the Senate. Not a single regular spending bill came up for a vote on the Senate floor last year until the chamber considered the omnibus package in December — something that angered many Senate Republicans.
“There are so many pressing challenges our nation faces right now — both here at home and abroad — and it is our responsibility as members of Congress to do the hard work to listen to one another, find common ground, and then reach sensible solutions that help the American people,” they said. “This starts with funding the government in a responsible and bipartisan manner — that means marking up our appropriations bills and bringing them to the floor in a timely way.”
The Senate didn’t vote until Dec. 22 on a consolidated package of spending bills while the House passed six appropriations bills in July.
The Senate didn’t pass any regular appropriations bills in 2021, either, as Democrats were consumed by negotiations over President Biden’s Build Back Better Agenda, which stalled in mid-December after Sen. Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) balked at several of its core provisions.
The upper chamber later passed an omnibus spending package for fiscal 2022 in March of 2022, nearly six months after the end of the previous fiscal year. | 2023-01-10T21:16:58+00:00 | wjhl.com | https://www.wjhl.com/hill-politics/top-senate-appropriators-pledge-to-keep-government-funded-in-face-of-house-uncertainty/ |
In firing head football coach Karl Dorrell on Sunday, Colorado athletic director Rick George bought himself some time.
After a bye this week, CU has seven games remaining and George isn’t expected to announce the Buffs’ next full-time head coach until after the Nov. 26 finale against Utah.
It’s quite a change from the 10-day process George went through to find Dorrell in February of 2020. George has time and intends to take advantage of it to find a new leader for the program.
“I promise you that I will work hard, as hard as it possibly takes, to return our football program to glory,” he said. “I’m more confident than ever in Colorado football and we will find a leader that will get us back to prominence. I’m energized about going out to find that individual.
“The next leader of our football program will be someone who is an incredible motivator, someone who has a passion for winning and molding young men into leaders both on and off the field.”
George said he doesn’t have a specific profile for what he’s looking for, other than finding someone with “high energy” and strong motivational and leadership skills.
Surely, he has a list of candidates he wants to pursue. That list may or may not include some of the names being thrown around publicly. But, here’s BuffZone’s initial list of candidates to keep an eye on as the Buffs go through their hiring process.
Blake Anderson, Utah State head coach: Aggies are off to a rough start (1-4), but Anderson led them to the Mountain West title last year, his first in Logan, Utah. He also won two Sun Belt titles during his time at Arkansas State. In eight-plus seasons as a head coach, he has a 63-44 record with three bowl appearances. Also has extensive experience as an offensive coordinator.
Marcus Arroyo, UNLV head coach: After going 2-18 in his first two years at UNLV, Arroyo is 4-1 with the Rebels this year (including a win over Anderson’s Aggies). Has more to prove as a head coach, but built a great reputation as an assistant, most recently as the offensive coordinator at Oregon from 2017-19. A California native and former San Jose State quarterback, he has deep roots in the Pac-12 footprint.
Troy Calhoun, Air Force head coach: Whenever CU needs a coach, his name has come up, in part because he has shown some level of interest. After CU fired Dan Hawkins in 2010, Calhoun was in the running for the job. He interviewed for the job in 2020. Would he leave Air Force for Boulder this time? He is 115-76 with 11 bowls in 16 seasons with the Falcons.
Matt Entz, North Dakota State head coach: The previous two NDSU head coaches, Craig Bohl and Chris Klieman, are now enjoying successful runs at Wyoming and Kansas State, respectively. Now in his fourth season at NDSU, Entz has won two FCS national titles and has a 41-5 record. Prior to being a head coach, he was a defensive coach for 20 years.
Jeff Grimes, Baylor offensive coordinator: Has never been a head coach, but he’s had very prolific offenses as a coordinator, both at Baylor the last two seasons and at BYU (2018-20). A long-time offensive line coach, he knows Boulder. He was the Buffs’ line coach/assistant head coach from 2007-08. Has spent the past 22 seasons coaching at either BYU or Power 5 schools.
Alex Grinch, USC defensive coordinator: Another highly respected assistant who has yet to be a head coach. He transformed the Washington State defense as the Cougars’ coordinator from 2015-17. After spending 2018 at Ohio State, he was hired as the defensive coordinator at Oklahoma in 2019. This year, he followed head coach Lincoln Riley from Norman to Los Angeles.
Bryan Harsin, Auburn head coach: It’s only a matter of time before Auburn pulls the plug on Harsin, who is only in his second year with the Tigers. He’s never been a great fit and has a 9-9 record there. Prior to that, however, he went 69-19 with three Mountain West titles in seven seasons at Boise State. Won the Sun Belt title in his only year at Arkansas State (2013). Overall, he’s 85-33 and his teams have always been bowl eligible.
Tom Herman, CBS Sports: He was fired by Texas on Jan. 2, 2021, four days after his depleted roster routed CU, 55-23, in the Alamo Bowl. He went 32-18 with four bowl wins and three consecutive top-25 finishes in four seasons at Texas, but that wasn’t good enough for Texas. It’s more than good enough in Boulder. Herman also went 22-4 in two seasons as Houston’s head coach (2015-16). Prior to being a head coach, he spent 10 years as an offensive coordinator at four stops (Texas State, Rice, Iowa State, Ohio State).
Jay Hill, Weber State head coach: A Utah lifer, he may not have interest in CU – and he’s clearly a lower profile name than most on the list – but it’s worth a look. The Wildcats are 4-0 this year (including beating Utah State) and Hill is 62-36 with four Big Sky titles and five FCS playoff appearances in nine years. Prior to that, the Lehi, Utah, native and former Utah cornerback was a long-time assistant with the Utes (2001-13).
Bronco Mendenhall, unemployed: He resigned from his head coach position at Virginia in December because he wanted time off. CU could offer him a shot to get back into coaching – and close to his native Utah. He has a career record of 135-81 at BYU (2005-15) and Virginia (2016-21), with 14 bowl appearances. His first year at Virginia was his only losing season.
Dan Mullen, ESPN: Like Herman, he was fired from his last job because he couldn’t live up to the high expectations. But, he still had a successful run at Florida from 2018-21, going 34-15, with three bowls and three top-13 finishes. Prior to that, he was 69-46 with eight consecutive bowls at Mississippi State (2009-17). Only history out west was as Utah’s QB coach from 2003-04.
Gary Patterson, Texas special assistant: His incredibly successful run at TCU came to an end after he and the school parted ways midway through the 2021 season, after the Horned Frogs started 3-5. From 2001-20, though, he went 178-73 with 17 bowls and seven top-10 finishes. The defensive-minded coach is in his first season with Texas. Hiring Patterson would make for an intriguing 2023 opener, as the Buffs visit TCU.
Bobby Petrino, Missouri State head coach: There is plenty of baggage from Petrino’s past and it would be a hard sell to CU administration because of that. But, Petrino is a winner. He’s 15-11 at Missouri State, but 134-65 overall as a head coach, with stops at Louisville (twice), Arkansas and Western Kentucky. Took teams to 11 bowls in 14 seasons at the FBS level. The Montana native also has several years experience as an offensive coordinator.
Mike Sanford, Colorado interim head coach: He would need to win a few games down the stretch this season to get serious consideration. In his previous head coaching opportunity, he went 9-16 in two seasons (2017-18) at Western Kentucky. An offensive coordinator at several stops, Sanford has to figure out how to get CU’s offense rolling the rest of this season.
Troy Taylor, Sacramento State head coach: The engineer of high-powered offenses, Taylor finally got a head coaching opportunity in 2019 at Sac State. In his two full seasons (the 2020 season was canceled), he led the Hornets to two conference titles and he was Big Sky coach of the year both times. This year, his team is 4-0 (for the first time since 1982) and ranked No. 5 in the FCS. He was Utah’s offensive coordinator from 2017-18 and spent one year (1995) as a graduate assistant at CU.
Jeff Traylor, UTSA head coach: Now in his third season at UTSA, Traylor is the reigning Conference USA coach of the year. He led the Roadrunners to a 12-2 record and C-USA title last year. He is 22-9 overall (3-2 this year). The Texas native has previously worked as an assistant at Texas, SMU and Arkansas.
Ryan Walters, Illinois defensive coordinator: A rising star in the coaching profession, Walters is a former Buff, playing safety at CU from 2004-08. He spent the 2009 season as a student assistant at CU. Last year, his first at Illinois, the defense allowed just 21.9 points per game – a 13-point improvement from the previous year and the lowest for an Illini defense since 2011. This year, Illinois is 4-1 and leading the country in scoring defense (8.4 points per game allowed). Walters was the defensive coordinator at Missouri from 2016-20.
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FLAGLER COUNTY, Fla. (WFLA) — A Florida condo association president was arrested for the third time after deputies said he allegedly recorded at least four people in their homes.
Authorities said 59-year-old Robert Orr, who served as the President of the Las Brisas Condominium Association in Flagler County, is accused of installing a hidden video camera inside a condo without the owner’s permission.
According to deputies, the camera was focused on the master bedroom.
Investigators said they first found the hidden camera on Aug. 30 after a woman staying at the condo discovered a USB camera hidden inside a flower pot.
Since then, Orr has been arrested a total of three times. He was most recently arrested on Dec. 14, when he was charged with five counts of video voyeurism and four counts of unlawful use of a two-way communications device.
Investigators said they have identified at least four victims recorded as far back as 2018. All the victims were unknowingly being recorded by hidden cameras within the condo, they said.
Orr now faces a total of twelve counts of video voyeurism and six counts of unlawful use of a two-way communications device, deputies said. He has posted a total of $90,000 in bail.
“We knew when we arrested this pervert this was likely not his first time,” said Sheriff Rick Staly. “Our Major Case Unit has combed through his seized technology and worked hard to bring justice to the victims in this case. I encourage anyone else that thinks they may have been a victim to contact us.”
Those who believe they may have been a victim of similar voyeurism are asked to call the Flagler County Sheriff’s Office at (386) 313-4911. | 2022-12-24T18:49:12+00:00 | siouxlandproud.com | https://www.siouxlandproud.com/news/national-news/pervert-florida-deputies-say-president-of-condo-association-arrested-3-times-for-allegedly-hiding-cameras-in-homes/ |
For weeks, the stock market has fluctuated dramatically due to the debt ceiling stalemate. A default could send stocks into a free fall with a direct hit to retirement savings plans.
Zach Moller, the economic program director at the center-left think tank Third Way, says time is of the essence.
"If we are in default for a very long time, like some studies have been estimating, then yeah, a 45% drop in the stock market is entirely plausible," he said.
A Gallup Poll last year found almost two-thirds of Americans own stocks, either individually or through mutual funds and 401(k) accounts.
The success of those 401(k) accounts is tied directly to the success of the stock market.
SEE MORE: Biden, McCarthy meeting Monday for debt ceiling talks
Moller and his team estimate a default could cause the S&P 500 to drop about 22%, wiping out years of earned wealth for millions of households, particularly those nearing retirement.
"[For] a typical 401(k) for someone near retirement, which is about a quarter of a million dollars, that would be about a $20,000 drop in your assets," he said.
Again, Moller says the financial pain depends on how long the U.S. is in default, adding that the current stalemate is economically damaging in its own right.
"The longer that we are potentially at risk of default, the more damaging that this is for confidence in the United States more broadly and for our financial institutions," he said.
The last time the U.S. faced default was in 2011, with the Treasury reporting that retirement accounts lost $800 billion.
But, as Moller points out, many investors recouped their losses as stocks rebounded shortly after.
Trending stories at Scrippsnews.com | 2023-05-22T21:47:54+00:00 | kivitv.com | https://www.kivitv.com/the-debt-ceiling-could-hurt-your-401-k-here-s-what-you-need-to-know |
Do your kids love LEGOs? If they do, it’s a smart idea to invest in a LEGO table so they can have their very own station for all their building projects.
LEGO tables consist of a plain kids’ table with a baseplate tabletop. LEGO tables offer far more workable space than a regular baseplate, which gives kids plenty of room to set up entire cities, kingdoms, or command centers.
Find the right LEGO table for your kids with help from this buying guide. At the end, we’re sharing our favorite designs for your consideration. UTEX 2-in-1 Construction Play Table tops our shortlist for its convenient under-table storage.
What to know before you buy a LEGO table
Tabletop size
Tabletop size varies among LEGO tables, with smaller ones measuring around 15 x 24 inches, and larger ones peaking at 36 x 50 inches.
In terms of choosing a suitable size, consider how large your kids’ build projects are.
If they prefer small-scale projects, like some LEGO village or vehicle sets, smaller LEGO tables are ideal. However, if they enjoy sprawling projects, like those seen in LEGO Star Wars or LEGO Architecture kits, they’ll be better served by a larger table.
Height
One of the most important considerations for LEGO tables is height. Kids that prefer sitting while they build may enjoy low-sitting tables, whereas other kids might prefer sitting in a chair.
If you’re learning toward a traditional table and seating design, keep in mind that there are kids’ and adult LEGO tables on the market. For adults who partake in LEGO projects alongside their kids, the latter might be a more practical option depending on the kids’ ages or heights.
Table vs. set
In addition to comparing LEGO tables, take time to consider LEGO table sets. In some cases, it’s more cost-effective to invest in these.
Sets typically include the LEGO table with at least a pair of matching chairs. Some consumers feel it’s a smarter investment than just a table, mostly because it takes the guesswork out of finding chairs at the right height.
What to look for in a quality LEGO table
Construction
Most LEGO tables are made from wood, wood composite, or high-density plastic.
Wood tables are considered the best option if you’d like to invest in quality and durability. Many of these designs are available in multiple finishes or colors to blend in with other furniture.
Wood composite tables are more affordable than wood tables. They often appear and feel just like wood, though they’re nowhere as durable. Some lower-quality composite tables are prone to chipping or peeling as well.
Plastic tables are the most affordable option. They’re lightweight and are easy to keep clean since they can be wiped or vacuumed. and lightweight. However, plastic LEGO tables lack the curb appeal of wood and wood composite tables.
Storage
If your kids have an impressive LEGO collection, it’s worth considering a LEGO table with storage.
A few designs feature below-deck storage in the form of drawers or pockets. Others have wells in the middle or down the sides of the table. There are also LEGO tables with removable tabletops that reveal large storage areas.
Convertible tabletop
A growing category of LEGO tables are those with convertible tabletops.
As multipurpose furniture, they’re considered versatile and cost-effective, especially for small or mixed-use spaces.These designs feature removable or flippable baseplates with a plain tabletop on the other side. The flat side is often used for coloring, arts and crafts, or even remote learning.
How much you can expect to spend on a LEGO table
Affordable plastic LEGO tables cost $60 and below. Tables made with wood or wood composite run between $50 and $150, whereas the best-quality LEGO tables with the most play space run as high as $250 to $400.
LEGO table FAQ
How difficult is it to assemble a LEGO table?
A. For the most part, LEGO tables have simple construction, and it won’t take too long to put them together. However, some LEGO tables can prove challenging to assemble if they have ill-fitting components or confusing instructions.
How do I clean a LEGO table?
A. Wood and wood composite LEGO tables should be cleaned with wood- and finish-safe cleaning products, namely those that are non-toxic and kid-safe. As for the baseplate, you can clean it with a diluted mixture of white vinegar and warm water.
What’s the best LEGO table to buy?
Top LEGO table
UTEX 2-in-1 Construction Play Table
What you need to know: As one of the more durable designs, this LEGO table earns praise from parents and kids alike.
What you’ll love: Equipped with two below-deck storage compartments. Baseplate is compatible with Duplo and LEGO bricks. Tabletop flips over to a flat surface to enjoy other activities.
What you should consider: Some consumers felt the storage area could have been made better.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Top LEGO table for the money
Humble Crew Building Blocks Activity Table
What you need to know: This bright, welcoming design has a round design that accommodates four little builders.
What you’ll love: Comes with two matching chairs. Two-in-one design includes a regular table cover for non-building activities. Despite its plastic construction, it’s rather durable.
What you should consider: Center compartment for bricks is pretty shallow.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Worth checking out
KidKraft Gray 2-in1 Square Play Table
What you need to know: Geared toward preschoolers, this low-sitting table has rounded edges and other safety features.
What you’ll love: Assembly is straightforward with step-by-step directions. Comes with a set of third-party bricks. Sprawling play area is accommodating to side-by-side play for several kids.
What you should consider: Younger kids might have difficulty reaching the middle of the table.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon and Wayfair
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- ICESECRET study interim findings presented at the Urological Association Conference in Eilat, Israel
- ProSense was found to be a safe and effective treatment method for renal lesions smaller than 5 cm in patients not suitable for kidney-preserving surgery
- ProSense is approved for the treatment of benign and malignant kidney tumors in the U.S., Europe, and numerous other countries
CAESAREA, Israel, Dec. 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --- IceCure Medical Ltd. (Nasdaq: ICCM) (TASE: ICCM) ("IceCure" or the "Company"), developer of minimally-invasive cryoablation technology, the ProSense® System that destroys tumors by freezing, today announced interim results from the ICESECRET study for the treatment of patients with small renal masses ("SRM") who cannot be offered kidney-preserving surgery. Data were presented on December 14, 2022 at the Urological Association Conference in Eilat, Israel. The presentation titled "Renal Mass Cryoablation - Interim Analysis ICESECRET Study" was delivered by Dr. Nasir Said of Bnai Zion Medical Center.
According to the presentation, out of the 115 patients enrolled, 107 patients (112 lesions) returned for follow-up with a mean duration of 22.8 months and a range 12-60 months.
- In a subgroup of patients with no previous history of kidney cancer on the same kidney and a lesion ≤3 cm, an 89.5% recurrence-free rate was observed at a mean follow-up time of 22.2 months when the procedure protocol was followed.
- The recurrence-free rate was 85.1% for the 107 patients (91 patients, including 13 patients who underwent a second cryoablation), at a mean follow-up period of 16.5 months.
- 5 serious adverse events were reported, 4 of which were of mild severity and were treated conservatively and resolved within 1-5 days, with one severe complication of a new onset of ipsilateral hydronephrosis 7 months after the cryoablation procedure that led to nephrectomy.
- Cryoablation time and hospitalization time were relatively short, up to approximately 25 minutes and 2 days, respectively.
- The presentation concluded that, based on these interim results, cryoablation is safe and effective for treating renal masses under 5 cm.
According to the American Journal of Roentgenology, small renal masses, which may be malignant or benign tumors in the kidney, have been rising in incidence over the past two decades. According to the American Cancer Society, in 2022, in the U.S., an estimated 79,000 new cases of kidney cancer will be diagnosed, with about 14,000 dying from the disease. Globally, there were more than 430,000 new cases of kidney cancer in 2020 and about 180,000 deaths according to World Cancer Research Fund International.
"These impressive interim results demonstrate the value of ProSense for urologists and interventional radiologists as a therapeutic alternative when patients are not eligible for surgery," stated IceCure's Chief Executive Officer, Eyal Shamir. "We believe the findings will support further use of ProSense in the jurisdictions in which our cryoablation system is approved for use with benign and malignant tissues of the kidney. The growing body of data on ProSense's efficacy and safety across a broad range of indications supports commercialization momentum, particularly in facilities that benefit from one device that can be used across multiple specialties."
ICESECRET, a prospective, multicenter, single-arm clinical trial is being performed at Bnai-Zion Medical Center, Haifa, Israel, and Shamir Medical Center, Zerifin, Israel, and led by Principal Investigator Prof. Halahmi Sarel. The trial included 115 patients (138 lesions) with localized SRM of ≤5 cm who were treated with ProSense cryoablation under CT guidance. Full engulfment of the renal lesion, including a safety margin of 0.5 cm was achieved in approximately 96% of the procedures where there was no anatomical limitation. Follow-up visits are performed 6 weeks, 6 months, 1 year, and then annually up to 5 years after the procedure. During the follow-up visits, data related to local recurrence, based on CT imaging, is collected. Safety was determined by monitoring procedure-related adverse events throughout the study.
About IceCure Medical Ltd.
IceCure Medical Ltd. (Nasdaq: ICCM) (TASE: ICCM) develops and markets ProSense®, an advanced liquid-nitrogen-based cryoablation therapy for the treatment of tumors (benign and cancerous) by freezing, with the primary focus areas being breast, kidney, bone and lung cancer. Its minimally invasive technology is a safe and effective alternative to hospital surgical tumor removal that is easily performed in a relatively short procedure. The system is marketed and sold worldwide for the indications cleared to-date by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and approved in Europe with the CE Mark.
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Lately, drag has been dragged through the mud.
The art form has been cast in a false light in recent months by right-wing activists and politicians who complain about the “sexualization” or “grooming” of children. Opponents often coordinate protests at drag events that feature or cater to children, sometimes showing up with guns. Some politicians have proposed banning children from drag events and even criminally charging parents who take their kids to one.
Performers and organizers of events, such as story hours in which colorfully clad drag queens read books to children, say the protesters are the ones terrorizing and harming children and making them political pawns — just as they've done in other campaigns around bathroom access and educational materials.
The recent headlines about disruptions of drag events and their portrayal as sexual and harmful to children can obscure the art form and its rich history.
WHAT IS DRAG?
Drag is the art of dressing and acting exaggeratedly as another gender, usually for entertainment such as comedy, singing, dancing, lip-syncing or all of the above.
Drag may trace its roots to the age of William Shakespeare, when female roles were performed by men. The origin of the term is debated, but one possibility is that it was coined after someone noticed the dresses or petticoats that male actors wore onstage would drag along the floor. Another casts it as an acronym — an unproven notion that notes in scripts would use “DRAG” to indicate the actor should “dress as a girl.”
Drag performances could later be seen on the vaudeville circuit and during the Harlem Renaissance. They became a mainstay at gay bars throughout the 20th century, and remain so.
RuPaul took things a step further with his reality-competition show “RuPaul's Drag Race," which became an award-winning hit and allowed drag to explode in popularity — and into the mainstream.
IS DRAG SEXUAL?
Many drag opponents cite nudity in their objections. Every performer makes different choices, but drag queens often wear more, not less, clothing than you’d see on a typical American woman of the 21st century, at a public beach or on network TV.
Their costumes tend toward extravagant, sometimes floor-length gowns. Drag queens may use false breasts, wear sheer costumes, and use makeup or other means to show cleavage and appear exaggeratedly feminine.
The difference, performers note, is that opponents of drag see sexual deviance in the cross-dressing aspect.
Drag does not typically involve nudity or stripping, which are more common in burlesque, a separate form of entertainment. Explicitly sexual and profane language is common in performances meant for adult audiences. Such routines can consist of stand-up comedy that may be raunchy — or may pale in comparison with some mainstream comedians.
SHOULD CHILDREN SEE OR DRESS IN DRAG?
It's up to parents and guardians to decide that, just as they decide whether their children should be exposed to or participate in certain music, television, movies, beauty pageants, concerts or other forms of entertainment, parenting experts say.
Performances in nightclubs and brunches meant for adults may not be suitable for children, while other events, such as drag story hours, are tailored for children and therefore contain milder language and dress.
Drag performers and the venues that book them generally either don’t allow children if a performance has risque content, or else require children to be accompanied by a parent or guardian — basically, how R-rated movies are handled by theaters.
Drag story hours, in which performers read to children in libraries, bookstores or other venues, have become popular in recent years. The events use a captivating character to get their child's attention — any parent whose kid can't take their eyes off Elsa from “Frozen” gets the idea. The difference here is that the goal is to get kids interested in reading.
Some children have performed drag at age-appropriate events. One 11-year-old who dons a princess dress and tiara was scheduled recently to perform at a story and singing event at an Oregon pub — but was downgraded to “guest of honor” after protests outside broke out into fighting.
“Part of keeping our children safe is allowing them to be children, to be playful, to take risks, and to be silly, without it necessarily meaning anything deeper or more permanent," says Amber Trueblood, a family therapist. "Many parents are OK with children dressing as assassins, evil villains or grim reapers, yet they seldom take the costume choice to mean anything more than playful and fun.”
THREATS AND ‘GROOMING’
Opponents of drag story hours and other drag events for audiences of children often claim they “groom” children, implying attempts to sexually abuse them or somehow influence their sexual orientation or gender identity.
The term “grooming” in a sexual sense describes how child molesters entrap and abuse their victims. Its use by opponents of drag, as well as by protesters in other realms of LGBTQ opposition, seeks to falsely equate it with pedophilia and other forms of child abuse.
Perpetrators of the false rhetoric can then cast themselves as saviors of children and try to frame anyone who disagrees — a political opponent, for example — as taking the side of child abusers.
The objections are often religious in nature, with some opponents citing the devil at work. Threats to drag events, and story hours in particular, have increased along with the rhetoric. In addition to the protest in Oregon that failed to suppress one such event, organizers of a recent one in Florida did cancel theirs after what they said were threats from hate groups.
The threats are likely an attempt to scare parents into not taking their children to such events, leading them to fizzle out and push drag back into the closet, observers say. Some organizers, parents and performers have dug in their heels, insisting they won't cave.
In another tactic to discourage attendance, drag opponents have been known to attend performances, take and post a video that lacks context, and then troll or “dox” the performer or venue.
One such video clip showed a profane drag act in front of a young child and framed it as abuse — though the child was with adults and the venue had advised attendees about coarse content, suggested parental discretion and required any children to be accompanied by parents.
Other undermining efforts include a false claim that a performer flashed children at a Minnesota library and another false claim that the head of the Drag Queen Story Hour organization was arrested for child pornography.
Despite some opponents' claims, drag cannot “turn” a child gay or transgender, although its playful use of gender may be reassuring to kids who are already questioning their identity. That way, therapist Joe Kort wrote in a blog post in Psychology Today, gender-nonconforming kids can have “other templates as they begin to sort out their feelings about who they authentically are.” | 2022-10-29T15:45:47+00:00 | lmtonline.com | https://www.lmtonline.com/living/article/EXPLAINER-Drag-queens-and-how-they-got-pulled-17543265.php |
Acquisition combines two leading outsourced sales development firms offering service globally in North America, EMEA , LATAM, and APAC and charts the path for further geographic and service-line expansion
TYSONS, Va. and LONDON, July 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- memoryBlue, LLC today announced the acquisition of Operatix, Ltd. and Operatix, Inc. (together, "Operatix"), a sales acceleration services provider for B2B technology companies headquartered in London, UK, with additional offices in the US and Singapore. The strategic merger unifies two market leaders in the outsourced sales development industry in order to provide a global solution to customers and further support professional growth and career opportunities for employees. Aurelien Mottier and Robert Westell, Operatix's co-founder and CEO and COO, respectively, will be assuming meaningful leadership roles within the combined company alongside memoryBlue's existing management team, led by Chris Corcoran and Marc Gonyea, both Managing Partners and co-founders.
"Our merger with Operatix represents a key strategic milestone for memoryBlue," said Chris Corcoran. "Not only does Operatix represent our first acquisition, but the transaction enables us to serve technology clients across the globe and be their go-to partner for business development efforts across North America, LATAM, the public sector, and now EMEA and APAC. This global reach is a capability we have long sought but haven't been able to offer until now."
"We couldn't be more thrilled to partner with Operatix to deliver a truly differentiated global solution to customers – all while maintaining the highest delivery standards for clients and best-in-class culture and career opportunity for our people," said Marc Gonyea. "We are uniquely positioned as a combined company to drive a high ROI for our clients' new business development efforts given our outsourced delivery model and our differentiated, local access to key global markets – particularly for enterprise customers who require access to international growth markets."
"We're incredibly proud of what we've built at Operatix over the past decade and believe that partnering with memoryBlue is the most logical next step in our growth plan not only because of our complementary service offerings but also alignment on culture, values, and vision," remarked Aurelien Mottier, who will serve as the President of the combined business. "I look forward to leading the combined company alongside Chris and Marc, two founders that I really admire for what they have built with memoryBlue over the last 20 years. Through our combined efforts, we'll be offering comprehensive worldwide coverage with over 20 languages and a team of 750+ employees. Our aim is to become the go-to-partner for B2B technology companies looking to accelerate their revenue and scale their sales operation worldwide."
Operatix provides outsourced sales development services to high-growth technology companies. Its sales professionals work alongside customers' internal sales teams and focus exclusively on pipeline generation. Using a tailored, collaborative, and multi-touch approach that leverages the latest sales technology, they identify, contact, and qualify prospective customers in order to help generate qualified leads and increase sales. Operatix also offers channel acceleration services and an outsourced marketing solution to help drive qualified new business leads for clients.
Immediately following close, the priority of the business will be to implement an integration plan that enhances the quality of service and provides service expansion opportunities for clients, while also delivering enhanced professional opportunities for employees given the growth of the combined global footprint.
memoryBlue is a portfolio company of Avesi Partners, a leading private equity firm with $880 million of equity capital under management.
About memoryBlue
Founded in 2002, memoryBlue is a sales development consulting firm that specializes in helping technology companies accelerate new business growth. In addition to providing outsourced sales development, the company also has a direct hire offering that places candidates directly into technology sales roles and a sales training service called Academy. memoryBlue is headquartered in Tysons, Virginia, with additional offices in Boston, Austin, Silicon Valley, Denver, and Seattle. For additional information on memoryBlue, visit memoryblue.com.
About Operatix
Operatix is a sales acceleration partner for the B2B software industry. The company provides outsourced sales development and marketing services to emerging, mid-sized, and enterprise technology businesses to help build pipeline and accelerate revenue growth. Operatix was founded in 2012 and is headquartered in London with additional offices in Dallas, San Jose, and Singapore. Learn more at https://www.operatix.net/.
About Avesi Partners
Avesi Partners is a leading private equity investment firm with $880 million of equity capital under management. Based in Stamford, CT with an office in Richmond, VA, Avesi focuses on partnering with lower-middle market, privately-held, and family-owned businesses in key sectors of the economy, including healthcare, business services, insurance, and technology. Avesi seeks to provide the expertise and resources to empower businesses to attain their full vision in a time and capital efficient manner. Avesi collaborates with families, founders, and executives in an effort to accelerate growth and expansion, while positioning businesses to achieve long-term success and enduring value. Additional information is available at https://avesipartners.com/.
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BOSTON, Oct. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Goulston & Storrs, an Am Law 200 firm, is pleased to announce that it has earned the Mansfield 5.0 Certified Plus 2022 designation from Diversity Lab. Attaining "Plus" status means that the firm met or exceeded the pipeline consideration requirements for certification and successfully reached at least 30% diverse lawyer representation in a notable number of current leadership roles. The firm is one of 165 law firms that achieved Mansfield 5.0 Certification.
The Mansfield Rule Certification 5.0 measures whether law firms have affirmatively considered at least 30% women, underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, LGBTQ+ lawyers, and lawyers with disabilities for recruitment, governance roles, equity partner promotions, and inclusion in formal pitch presentations to clients. It was created to expand the representation of diverse attorneys in law firm leadership by ensuring that a broad pool of candidates are considered for these opportunities.
"We have participated in the Mansfield certification process for four years and are proud of the diversity, equity, and inclusion progress we have made so far at our firm," said Kerry Spindler, a Director at Goulston & Storrs and Co-Chair of the firm's Inclusion Advisory Committee. "It is not an easy process. It requires a commitment to constant self-evaluation and a dedication to tackling oftentimes difficult issues related to who we are and who we want to be as a firm."
"The Mansfield Rule keeps us accountable and strategically focused on continuous improvement," added Bill Dillon, Co-Managing Director at Goulston & Storrs. "It is an important baseline for us to meet and exceed, which makes it an excellent tool for reinforcing the values that are most important to us. Making sure that every attorney at our firm feels a true sense of inclusion and belonging is key to our well-known collaborative and collegial environment. We take this work very seriously and are excited to continue this journey in the coming year."
About Diversity Lab
Diversity Lab is an incubator for innovative ideas and solutions that boost diversity and inclusion in law. Experimental ideas are created through Hackathons and piloted in collaboration with more than 300 top law firms and legal departments across the country. Diversity Lab leverages data, behavioral science, design thinking, and technology to further develop and test the ideas, measure the results, and share the lessons learned. For more information, visit www.diversitylab.com.
About Goulston & Storrs
Collaboration is not just a pillar of our strategy; it is the key to our competitive advantage and approach to clients, community, and each other. At Goulston & Storrs, we practice law with excellence and integrity. We are a place where mutual respect and collaboration drive open discussion, transparency, creativity and optimal results for our clients. We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive workplace where sophisticated business is conducted with genuine camaraderie. To learn more about us, visit www.goulstonstorrs.com.
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SEATTLE, June 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- LumiThera Inc., a commercial stage medical device company offering photobiomodulation (PBM) treatment for ocular damage and disease, today announced detailed findings in its LIGHTSITE III, multi-center clinical trial in non-neovascular (dry) Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD) subjects treated with Photobiomodulation (PBM) using the Valeda® Light Delivery System.
LIGHTSITE III, a prospective, double-masked, randomized, multi-center clinical trial, was conducted at ten leading US retinal centers. The objective was to treat non-neovascular (dry) AMD subjects with PBM every four months for a duration of 24 months. One hundred (100) subjects were enrolled in a 2:1 ratio of PBM to sham in the treatment groups. The mean age was 75 years and mean dry AMD duration since diagnosis was 4.9 years prior to trial enrollment. Baseline best corrected visual acuity (BCVA) letter scores observed were a mean + SEM of 69.4 + 0.8 and 70.1 + 0.7 in the sham and PBM treatment groups, respectively. The majority of subjects were considered to have intermediate dry AMD. The analysis included 91 eyes in the PBM treatment group and 54 eyes in the sham treatment group in the modified intent to treat population.
The trial results demonstrated statistically significant improvement in the prespecified primary endpoint in BCVA at 13 months in the PBM treatment group over the sham-treatment group (p = 0.02). A sustained, mean increase in ETDRS letter score of ~5.5 letters from baseline was seen at the 13-month timepoint in PBM-treated subjects (p < 0.0001). In the PBM treatment group responders, 55% of the subjects showed a >5 letter improvement on the standard EDTRS eye chart with a mean of 9.7 letters and 26% achieved a >10 letter improvement with a mean of 12.8 letters.
In addition to improvements in BCVA, anatomical measurements in PBM-treated subjects demonstrated no significant increase in drusen pathology at 13 months compared to baseline while sham subjects continued to see numerical increases in drusen deposition. Drusen deposition is the hallmark pathology for diagnosis of dry AMD which leads to chronic inflammation and is associated with disease progression and cell loss. A negative correlation was observed between lower drusen volume pathology and improvement in BCVA with PBM (Spearman correlation, -0.3, p = 0.004).
The advance to later stage disease pathology such as the neovascular (wet) form or the development of Geographic Atrophy (GA), i.e., loss of retinal tissue in naïve patients was evaluated. The % conversion of dry AMD to the wet form was 1.8% for sham, 5.4% for PBM and 8.3% for the non-study eye groups at month 13. A few patients had GA (9 eyes at screening), and were distributed evenly between 5 PBM and 4 sham eyes at baseline. At month 13, 6 additional eyes progressed with new GA identified. Overall, a total of five of 55 sham eyes progressed to new GA (9.1%) versus only 1 of 93 PBM eyes progressed to new GA (1.1%) at month 13.
"The subjects had good starting vision with approximately 70% having between 20/32 to 20/40 vision. Study subjects were only enrolled in the study if their vision was 20/32 to 20/100 and no evidence of GA in the central macula." stated Diana Do, MD, and Quan Dong Nguyen, MD, MSc, FARVO, Professors of Ophthalmology and members of the Retina Division at the Byers Eye Institute at Stanford University, a clinical site for the LIGHTSITE III trial. "Intermediate dry AMD patients have pathology and visual impairment consistent with earlier stages in the disease and have not lost retinal tissue by progressing to GA. Thus there is an opportunity to improve their vision while retinal tissue is still viable. Therapy with PBM using the Valeda Light Delivery System may serve a significant unmet need for many of our patients with dry AMD who now have the potential to improve their visual acuity with treatment."
"The safety results from the LIGHTSITE III trial through the 13-month timepoint were excellent," stated René Rückert, MD, MBA, Chief Medical Officer, LumiThera. "We now have patients that have exited the 2 year study. We will continue to follow all patients for the full 24 months for safety. To date the results are consistent with a very favorable safety profile and a non-invasive treatment that can target patients earlier in disease."
"A non-invasive approach such as PBM treatment with the Valeda Light Delivery System could have potential for high impact on the quality of life for dry AMD patients." said Eleonora Lad, MD, PhD, Associate Professor and Director of Ophthalmology clinical research at Duke University Medical Center, a participating site. "We have many patients that would be excited to benefit from any treatment that recovers or improves vision."
"Overall, the clinical results show improvements in vision; what is further interesting is the lack of drusen deposit in the PBM treated group, and potentially less patient conversions to wet form of disease," remarked Glenn Jaffe, MD, Robert Machemer Professor of Ophthalmology; Chief, Vitreoretinal Division and Director, Duke Reading Center, the central imaging center for the LIGHTSITE III study. "Patient progression to new GA was also evaluated and was less in the PBM group, and while the new GA progression numbers are small in this study group, all outcomes point in favor for PBM as a novel approach to treat dry AMD patients earlier in disease."
"The study continues to strongly support that Valeda PBM treatments can improve visual acuity." stated Clark Tedford, PhD, President and CEO, LumiThera. "Our commercial and clinical trial experience has demonstrated an excellent safety and clinical benefit profile and we plan on submitting a PMA to the FDA for U.S. approval."
The LIGHTSITE III data will be presented at the 34th International Congress of German Ophthalmic Surgery (DOC), which will take place in Nuremberg, Germany from June 23rd - 25th 2022. The LIGHTSITE III data will also be discussed at the OIC/WAVE 22 retina conference held in Vail, Colorado from June 22-25, 2022.
AMD is a leading cause of vision loss for people aged 65 and older. Losing central vision can make it harder to see faces, drive, or do close-up work, such as cooking or home repairs. The overall prevalence of AMD is estimated to increase 7-fold with age, from 4.2% in those aged 45–49 years, to 27.2% in those aged 80–85 years. Globally, the prevalence is estimated to increase by 20% between 2020 (195.6 million) and 2030 (243.3 million).
LumiThera is a commercial-stage medical device company focused on treating people affected by ocular damage and disease including dry age-related macular degeneration, a leading cause of blindness in adults over 65. The company is a leader in the use of PBM for treatment of visual disorders. The company is commercializing the office-based Valeda® Light Delivery System to be used by eyecare providers as medical treatments.
The Valeda Light Delivery System has been granted authorization to use the CE Mark by an EU Notified Body as required for commercial use in the European Union. Valeda is also available in select countries in Latin America. Valeda is not approved for use by the Food & Drug Administration (FDA) in the USA.
LumiThera recently acquired Diopsys, Inc. to further offer diagnostic and monitoring capabilities to eyecare specialists. Diopsys is a leader in modern visual electrophysiology medical devices that help eye care professionals analyze the entire visual pathway for visual and neuro-visual disorders.
Visit the Company's website at www.lumithera.com.
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Claudia Jaramillo Appointed Chief Financial Officer, Effective August 14, 2023
Kevin Berryman to Serve as Special Advisor to CEO Bob Pragada
DALLAS, Jan. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Jacobs (NYSE: J) today announced that Claudia Jaramillo, currently Jacobs Executive Vice President, Strategy and Corporate Development, will succeed Kevin Berryman as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, effective August 14, 2023. At that time, Berryman will serve as Special Advisor to Jacobs Chief Executive Officer, Bob Pragada.
Ms. Jaramillo has a proven track record of driving continuous operational improvement and disciplined capital allocation through complex business cycles. She joined Jacobs in July 2022 in her current role following more than 20 years with Schlumberger, the world's largest energy services company. During her tenure, Ms. Jaramillo successfully led multiple global operational finance roles, including most recently leading strategic capital deployment as head of treasury.
Jacobs CEO Bob Pragada said, "Claudia's record of leadership and operational execution ideally positions her to serve as Jacobs' next CFO and further advance our 'Boldly Moving Forward' strategy. Since joining Jacobs last year, Claudia's strategic thinking and financial acumen have already made a considerable impact. She has a deep understanding of the compelling growth opportunity across our strategic accelerators of climate response, data solutions and high value consulting and advisory, and her diverse background driving innovative solutions for multi-national companies across industrial sectors aligns with our own ambitious growth objectives. Her experience in driving cultural transformation will further enhance our continued commitment to create a diverse and inclusive company like no other that attracts and retains best in class talent."
Pragada continued, "As a key member of our executive leadership team since 2014, Kevin has been instrumental in transforming Jacobs to a higher growth, higher value technology enabled solutions provider. During his tenure, Kevin has been a proactive partner in forming and implementing our strategies and has driven strong financial performance focused on disciplined cost control, robust cash flow generation and effective capital deployment, in addition to committed leadership to our cultural transformation."
Berryman said, "Claudia is absolutely the right person to continue Jacobs' focus on delivering value to all key stakeholders and is steadfastly committed to compounding returns for our shareholders. The last eight years as Jacobs' CFO have been inspiring. I am proud of our accomplishments in propelling Jacobs' transformational journey and redefining our business portfolio and capital deployment strategy. Our success has resulted in significant, sustainable value creation for our shareholders and has established Jacobs as one of the world's most admired companies. I'm looking forward to continuing to work with Bob as Special Advisor beginning in August."
About Claudia Jaramillo
Ms. Jaramillo joined Jacobs in July 2022 as Executive Vice President, Strategy and Corporate Development.
Prior to joining Jacobs, Ms. Jaramillo spent more than 20 years at Schlumberger where she served in multiple executive roles with increasing senior leadership responsibility in finance and general management. She has worked in several high growth markets and geographies, including Europe, Asia, the Middle East and the U.S., and was the top financial executive of the largest region – responsible for overseeing $16 billion of annual revenue as the financial controller of the North America business. She also led significant organizational restructuring and transformation initiatives. Most recently, she served as Vice President Group Treasurer and Corporate Officer and had significant engagement with the Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) function at Schlumberger. She set up sustainability-linked financing and represented the company on the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC) CFO Task Force, whose goal is to reshape the future of corporate finance and investment as a catalyst for growth, value creation and social impact.
Ms. Jaramillo serves as Chair of the Audit Committee of the Board of Generation USA and as a member of the Board of the Wharton Club of Houston. Previously, she served on the Board of Arabian Drilling ADC.
She is a graduate of Pontificia Universidad Javeriana, where she earned a Bachelor of Science in electrical and electronics engineering followed by an MBA from The Wharton School.
About Jacobs
At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good. With $15 billion in revenue and a talent force of more than 60,000, Jacobs provides a full spectrum of professional services including consulting, technical, scientific and project delivery for the government and private sector. Visit jacobs.com and connect with Jacobs on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter.
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The Patriots don’t necessarily need another quarterback.
That, however, won’t stop Bill Belichick from selecting another slinger on draft weekend (April 27-29). The Patriots coach has tabbed a baker’s dozen worth of quarterbacks during his New England tenure (throw up a hand if you remember Rohan St. Patrick Davey!) and this spring should be no different.
It’s a very top-heavy quarterback class, with up to five players possibly being plucked in the first round. After that quintet, it could be a while before another quarterback hears his name called.
That doesn’t mean there isn’t a quality player that can be had on Day 3 or as an undrafted signee. This is the likely range for the Patriots, who have Mac Jones and Bailey Zappe on the roster and will need another arm to get through rookie, mini, and training camps.
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An intriguing under-the-radar candidate is East Carolina’s Holton Ahlers, who played 55 games (50 starts) over five seasons with the Pirates.
Ahlers has good size (6 feet 3 inches, 227 pounds) with deceptive athleticism and mobility. He can extend plays with his feet and does a nice job keeping his eyes downfield.
What really jumps out on tape is Ahlers’s coolness.
Despite consistent chaos around his pocket — protection was often a problem — Ahlers has consistently demonstrated the ability to calmly read through his progressions and deliver accurate passes to tight windows.
An extremely productive player (he threw for 13,938 yards and 97 touchdowns for his career), Ahlers is coming off an exceptional final season, in which he threw for 3,708 yards and 28 touchdowns and was named MVP of the Birmingham Bowl, the NFLPA Collegiate Bowl, and the Hula Bowl.
Ahlers also rushed 469 times in his career for 1,446 yards and 25 TDs.
Though his footwork will need polishing, he possesses many of the traits the Patriots covet in their quarterbacks: leadership (he’s a four-time captain), intelligence (he’s a four-time AAC all-academic team selection), and protecting the ball (he threw just five picks in 469 attempts in 2022).
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As a bonus, Ahlers is a southpaw, which could help the Patriots at practice as they prepare to face Miami’s Tua Tagovailoa twice a season.
As the Patriots are currently armed with eight Day 3 picks (and multiple open spots for undrafted rookies), Ahlers could be an ideal addition to New England’s QB room.
Here’s a look at some of the top QBs in this year’s draft:
Will Levis, Kentucky. Projected round: 1
This dude looks like he stepped right out of central casting for the prototypical big (6-3, 229 pounds), strong-armed pocket passer ... The Massachusetts native started 24 straight games for the Wildcats after transferring from Penn State and threw for 5,233 yards and 43 TDs ... Has a rapid release and smooth throwing motion. He throws an NFL-caliber tight spiral ... A clutch performer, he completed 72 percent of his third-down passes in 2022 ... Will need to improve his ball security (25 interceptions in 2022) ... Was voted a team captain in both seasons in Kentucky ... Fun fact: Levis’s grandfather, David Kelley, played football, lacrosse, and wrestled at UMass in the ‘60s.
Bryce Young, Alabama. Projected round: 1
The latest blue-chip prospect to come out of Quarterback U (apologies, Miami), Young is an exceptionally quick thinker and accurate passer ... After backing up Mac Jones in 2020, he started 17 straight games, throwing for more than 8,000 yards with 79 TDs, against just 12 interceptions — with Bill O’Brien as his offensive coordinator ... Put together one of the all-time great seasons in 2021, passing for 4,872 yards, 47 TDs, and collecting the Heisman Trophy ... His size (5-10, 204 pounds soaking wet) has been a hot topic his whole career and it’s fair to wonder whether he can absorb the beating an NFL QB can take ... Fun fact: Was born in the same Pennsylvania hospital (Lankenau) as Kobe Bryant.
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C.J. Stroud, Ohio State. Projected round: 1.
Similar to Young, Stroud put together a phenomenal two-year run after backing up an eventual first rounder (Justin Fields) his first season ... He started 25 games and threw for 8,123 yards, 85 TDs, and 12 INTs ... Career completion percentage of 69.3 percent is ridiculous ... Well built at 6-3, 214 pounds (with room to grow), he answered questions about his athleticism in the national semifinal against Georgia when he showed exceptional escapability to extend plays and threw for 348 yards and 4 TDs ... Has really good arm strength and exquisite touch ... Fun fact: Won a pair of titles with the Steelers in rapper Snoop Dogg’s youth football league in Southern California.
Anthony Richardson, Florida. Projected round: 1.
A big (6-4, 244 pounds) and insanely athletic prospect, Richardson likely would be getting more buzz as the No. 1 overall pick if not for his comparatively short résumé ... He started just 13 games in a three-year career and threw for 2,549 yards with 17 TDs and 9 INTs in 2022 ... He can throw the ball through a brick wall and can bust through a brick wall (like the Kool-Aid man) as a ball carrier ... Will need a lot of patience and polishing at the next level, but has the potential to develop into an elite dual-threat force (think prime Cam Newton) ... Fun fact: His senior season at Eastside High (Gainesville, Fla.) was featured in “QB1: Beyond the Lights,” the exceptional Netflix documentary series.
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Hendon Hooker, Tennessee. Projected round: 1-2.
A late-season ACL tear interrupted a magical two-season run for Hooker, who threw for 6,080 yards and 58 TDs (with just five picks!) in 24 starts for the Volunteers ... After a four-year run at Virginia Tech, he flourished in Josh Heupel’s offense ... Possesses a very strong arm and good athleticism ... May need a year of development (and rehab) before he becomes an impactful player ... Fun fact: Co-authored a book with his brother, Alston (a QB at North Carolina A&T), called “The ABCs of Scripture for Athletes.”
Best of the rest: Jake Haener, Fresno State; Tanner McKee, Stanford; Max Duggan, Texas Christian; Aidan O’Connell, Purdue; Stetson Bennett, Georgia.
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NEW YORK, June 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Pinwheel, the market-leading income layer for financial services, furthers its commitment to setting the market-leading security standards for consumer-permissioned access to payroll data by receiving the highest security certification in the industry. Pinwheel is now an ISO/IEC 27001:2013 certified provider whose Information Security Management System (ISMS) has received third-party accreditation from the International Standards Organization.
With this latest certification, Pinwheel continues to set the security standards for consumer-permissioned access to payroll data by attaining the ISO/IEC 27001:2013 certification.
ISO/IEC 27001:2013 is an information security management system standard published in October 2013 by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) and the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC).
A-LIGN, an independent, third-party auditor, found Pinwheel to have technical controls in place and formalized IT Security policies and procedures. A-LIGN is an ISO / IEC 27001 certification body accredited by the ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB) to perform ISMS 27001 certifications. Pinwheel implemented several security measures and countermeasures that protect it from unauthorized access or compromise, and IT personnel were found to be conscientious and knowledgeable in best practices.
"This certification demonstrates Pinwheel's dedication to the security and privacy of our customers' information," said Jeff Hudesman, Chief Information Security Officer, at Pinwheel. "Last year, Pinwheel became SOC 2 Type 2 compliant and became a Consumer Reporting Agency (CRA), making us the only provider in the space offering Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA)-compliant income and employment data. At Pinwheel, we're working to create a fairer financial system, and a huge component of that is ensuring that all consumers' data remains secure."
Pinwheel is the market-leading income layer for financial services. Fintechs and financial institutions alike trust Pinwheel to access the data and controls within traditional and non-traditional payroll platforms to update direct deposits, streamline income and employment verification, improve underwriting, power earned wage access, and build innovative new products. With consumer permissioning, Pinwheel connects to the majority of these providers, covering over 1,500+ platforms and nearly 80% of anyone receiving a paycheck in the US, enabling leading companies, like Block (formerly Square), to easily access and update the payroll data of more than 100 million US-based employed people. Pinwheel's platform is enterprise-grade with best-in-class security protocols. Pinwheel is a Consumer Reporting Agency (CRA), making the company the only provider in the space offering Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA)-compliant income and employment data that lenders can use actively in decisioning. To learn more, visit www.pinwheelapi.com.
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Alec Baldwin reaches out to followers for a birthday gift for wife Hilaria: “Please” follow her on Instagram
Posted/updated on: January 6, 2023 at 1:48 pmIn an effort to do something nice for wife Hilaria's birthday — or possibly because he was out of ideas after all the "push gifts" for the woman who bore him seven kids — Alec Baldwin has asked his social media followers for help getting her a present.
"I would like to ask you for a small favor," the actor said in a post Thursday. "It seems she is just centimeters shy of a million followers on Instagram. And I would like to ask you, as a birthday gift ... would you follow her on Instagram."
The 30 Rock veteran continued, "Obviously I love my wife. I'm crazy about my wife, blah blah ... My wife's the most fabulous person I've ever met in my life...But I would like a great, great surge of people to follow my wife ... to say happy birthday. Would you do that for me, please?"
For the record, Hilaria Baldwin currently has 966,000 Instagram followers.
In the past, she has weathered controversy on social media, such as when a Twitter user called her out on her "decade long grift where she impersonates a Spanish person."
The claim was accompanied by a clip of her in a Today show cooking segment "pretending not to know how to say cucumber in English," and others.
Ultimately, that furor led her to post a now-deleted video in which she clarified, "I was born in Boston and grew up ... between Massachusetts and Spain. My parents and sibling live in Spain and I chose to live ... in the USA."
She added, "If I get nervous, I tend to mix the two [languages]," adding, "It's not something I'm playing at."
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ANKARA – A Turkish court on Monday released pop star Gulsen from jail but placed her on house arrest as she awaits trial on charges of “inciting hatred and enmity” for a joke she made about Turkey’s religious schools.
Last week, the 46-year-old singer and songwriter, whose full name is Gulsen Colakoglu, was taken away from her home in Istanbul for questioning, and ordered arrested and jailed pending a trial. Her arrest sparked outrage on social media and deepened concerns about the Turkish judiciary, whose independence has been questioned by opposition parties.
The charges were based on a joke the singer made during an April concert, where she quipped that one of her musicians’ “perversion” stemmed from attending a religious school.
Acting on a request submitted by Gulsen's lawyer, an Istanbul court released her from jail on the condition that she not leave her home, the state-run Anadolu Agency reported. The court cited the fact that the singer has a small child to look after, is not a flight risk and was unlikely to tamper with evidence, the agency said.
Gulsen’s lawyer, Emek Emre, said he welcomed the fact that Gulsen would “spend the night at her own home with her child,” but said he would also seek her release from house arrest.
Government critics said the singer's arrest was an effort by Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan to consolidate support from his religious and conservative supporters ahead of an election next year.
The singer had previously become a target in Islamic circles due to her revealing stage outfits and for unfurling an LGBTQ flag at a concert. A video of the singer’s comment on religious schools began circulating on social media recently, with a hashtag calling for her arrest.
Erdogan and many members of his Islam-based ruling party are graduates of religious schools, which were originally established to train imams. The number of religious schools in Turkey has increased under Erdogan, who has promised to raise a “pious generation.” | 2022-08-29T13:59:08+00:00 | ksat.com | https://www.ksat.com/entertainment/2022/08/29/jailed-turkish-pop-star-released-to-house-arrest-over-joke/ |
Global leader in employee recognition and culture makes the list for the ninth consecutive year
SALT LAKE CITY, Oct. 31, 2022/PRNewswire/ -- O.C. Tanner, the global leader in employee recognition and workplace culture, today announced that it has once again been named a top honoree in the Large Business category of The Salt Lake Tribune's 2022 Utah Top Workplaces program. A total of 155 companies were recognized as a part of this year's program, with 35 in the Large Business category. Since the launch of the program in 2014, O.C. Tanner has made the Top Workplaces list every year - one of only four Utah companies to do so.
"It is core to who we are for O.C. Tanner to deliver an exceptional workplace experience to our people every day, every year, no matter what," said Mindi Cox, chief people and marketing officer at O.C. Tanner. "With so much going on in the world and in our people's lives, it is more important than ever to make sure employees feel the community and belonging our workplaces are uniquely situated to provide; everyone must feel cared for and appreciated. Awards like this assure us our employees continue to have a great experience with their teams, their leaders, and their own opportunities to make amazing contributions at O.C. Tanner."
The list is based solely onemployee feedbackgathered through a third-party survey administered by employee engagement technology partnerEnergage, LLC. The anonymous survey uniquely measures 15 culture drivers that are critical to the success of any organization: including alignment, execution, and connection, just to name a few.
"Earning a Top Workplaces award is a badge of honor for companies, especially because it comes authentically from their employees," said Eric Rubino, Energage CEO. "That's something to be proud of. In today's market, leaders must ensure they're allowing employees to have a voice and be heard. That's paramount. Top Workplaces do this, and it pays dividends."
With a focus on its people from the beginning, this honor comes on the heels of O.C. Tanner celebrating its 95th anniversary. In addition to being named as a Top Workplace, O.C. Tanner also received the Manager award due to the large number of positive responses to the following prompts:
My manager helps me learn and grow
My manager cares about my concerns
Multiple O.C. Tanner staffers praised their managers for their engaged approach, offering plenty of one-on-one feedback while leaving room for independence and experimentation.
About O.C. Tanner
O.C. Tanner is the global leader in software and services that improve workplace culture through meaningful employee recognition experiences. Our Culture Cloud™ employee recognition platform helps millions of people thrive at work.
Our team of more than 1,500 programmers, researchers, designers, client professionals, and craftspeople hail from 58 countries and speak 62 languages. Together, we create the technology, tools, and awards that help our clients shape productive work environments, drive innovation, and fuel positive business results. Learn more at octanner.com.
About Energage
Energage is a purpose-driven company that helps organizations turn employee feedback into useful business intelligence and credible employer recognition through Top Workplaces. Built on 16 years of culture research and the results from 27 million employees surveyed across more than 70,000 organizations, Energage delivers the most accurate competitive benchmark available. With access to a unique combination of patented analytic tools and expert guidance, Energage customers lead the competition with an engaged workforce and an opportunity to gain recognition for their people-first approach to culture. For more information or to nominate your organization, visit energage.com or topworkplaces.com.
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Ongoing commitment supports Equitable Food Access and Military Hunger Advocacy efforts
WALTHAM, Mass., May 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- More than 38 million people in America — one in eight — experience food insecurity. To help accelerate hunger relief among people most at risk, specifically underserved communities and military families, Raytheon Technologies is expanding its commitment to Feeding America®'s Equitable Food Access and Military Hunger Advocacy initiatives.
Raytheon Technologies' $3 million investment in equitable food access grants will allow food banks across the country to secure and distribute food to the communities most in need, including military families.
The grants will also enable those food banks to start or expand local programs to identify and act on racial and geographical barriers to food access, as well as enable members to build relationships with congressional offices to champion causes that benefit servicemembers.
"Strong and healthy communities start with food security," said Pam Erickson, Raytheon Technologies' chief communications officer and head of corporate social responsibility. "In partnership with Feeding America, we are committed to making progress in the fight against hunger by alleviating the everyday struggles of too many people trying to access nutritious food for their families."
"No one should have to face uncertainty when it comes to feeding their family," said Vince Hall, Chief Government Relations Officer at Feeding America. "Raytheon Technologies' continued commitment is vital in our charge to drive even greater change in our nation by ensuring equitable access to food, especially within communities that are most at risk of hunger."
This recent investment is an extension of Raytheon Technologies' ongoing commitment to Feeding America. In 2020, the company supported Feeding America's COVID-19 Response Fund. Raytheon Technologies' contributions to this fund helped support 17 food banks across the U.S. and Puerto Rico and launched a volunteer campaign in nine states to distribute more than 675,000 pounds of food to communities in need. In 2021, Raytheon Technologies continued to support the organization through financial donations and volunteer events with select Feeding America member food banks, distributing more than one million meals.
To continue the conversation about food insecurity challenges within the military community, Feeding America and Raytheon Technologies will host a food distribution event at Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center in Colorado Springs on May 26 at 10 am MT. For more details, please contact Joanna@careandshare.org.
Raytheon Technologies Corporation is an aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. With four industry-leading businesses ― Collins Aerospace Systems, Pratt & Whitney, Raytheon Intelligence & Space and Raytheon Missiles & Defense ― the company delivers solutions that push the boundaries in avionics, cybersecurity, directed energy, electric propulsion, hypersonics and quantum physics. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Waltham, Massachusetts.
Feeding America® is the largest hunger-relief organization in the United States. Through a network of more than 200 food banks, 21 statewide food bank associations, and over 60,000 partner agencies, food pantries and meal programs, we helped provide 6.6 billion meals to tens of millions of people in need last year. Feeding America also supports programs that prevent food waste and improve food security among the people we serve; brings attention to the social and systemic barriers that contribute to food insecurity in our nation; and advocates for legislation that protects people from going hungry. Visit www.feedingamerica.org, find us on Facebook or follow us on Twitter.
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McCafé At Home Taps Slackliner and World Record Holder, Alexander Schultz, to Bring Morning Coffee to Inspiring New Heights in Celebration of Its Second Year of Partnership
BURLINGTON, Mass. and FRISCO, Texas, March 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Keurig Dr Pepper is celebrating McCafé At Home's second year of partnership with Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) to support families with children who are sick. To launch year two of the partnership, McCafé At Home has committed to an increased donation and is celebrating by partnering with Alexander Schulz, Slackliner and World Record Holder. Through the partnership, Schulz is bringing awareness to how the most daring of stunts cannot measure up to the resilience of RMHC families.
To support this worthy cause and demonstrate that McCafé At Home is 'More Than Just A Cup,' Alexander enjoyed a cup of McCafé At Home coffee while slacklining 7,316 feet in the air at World Record-breaking altitude—not to show the world how courageous he is, but to help bring awareness to the resilient families at RMHC. McCafé At Home's second year of partnership with RMHC is intended to continue the work done during the partnership's first year.
"It's nice to see that a big company seems to truly care for people and kids. From the very beginning, it was clear to me that this partnership was different because RMHC is truly such an extraordinary organization," said Schulz. "Walking this slackline specifically was a unique experience unlike any other I've ever done. Aside from walking between two hot air balloons, the most meaningful part for me was the noble cause associated with it."
McCafé At Home helps RMHC give families with children in the hospital a comforting and supportive home away from home during such a difficult time. The partnership is intended to increase awareness for the work of the Charity, help support the families who rely on the organization and encourage others to get involved.
"McCafé At Home is beyond proud to be supporting Ronald McDonald House Charities for the second year in a row as we bring back the 'More Than Just A Cup' platform," said Christine van den Broeck, Senior Director of Marketing at Keurig Dr Pepper. "We're hopeful that our partnership will be able to provide even more comfort for the strong families at RMHC.
McCafé At Home Coffee is "more than just a cup," because when you purchase McCafé At Home products for a select time, a portion of sales will be contributed to RMHC to bring even more comfort help support these families.
"We're so appreciative to be working with McCafé At Home for the second year in a row," said Joanna Sabato, Chief Marketing and Development Officer at RMHC Global. "Their support and generosity throughout this partnership has been outstanding, helping us provide comfort, care and kindness when families need it most."
Additionally, McCafé At Home is on track to donate over $430,000 to the Charity in year two and will supply select RMHC Chapters in the U.S. with additional McCafé At Home K-Cup® pods, to use with Keurig® brewers donated as part of the 2022 partnership.
Learn more about the donation details and the "More Than Just A Cup" platform at www.mccafeathome.com and view the longform content for "Most Extraordinary Cup" on Schultz's world record. Additional spots from the campaign include "More Than Just a Cup" and "Home Away from Home."
About Keurig Dr Pepper
Keurig Dr Pepper (KDP) is a leading beverage company in North America, with annual revenue of more than $14 billion and approximately 28,000 employees. KDP holds leadership positions in soft drinks, specialty coffee and tea, water, juice and juice drinks and mixers, and markets the #1 single serve coffee brewing system in the U.S. and Canada. The Company's portfolio of more than 125 owned, licensed and partner brands is designed to satisfy virtually any consumer need, any time, and includes Keurig®, Dr Pepper®, Canada Dry®, Clamato®, CORE®, Green Mountain Coffee Roasters®, Mott's®, Snapple®, and The Original Donut Shop®. Through its powerful sales and distribution network, KDP can deliver its portfolio of hot and cold beverages to nearly every point of purchase for consumers. The Company's Drink Well. Do Good. corporate responsibility platform is focused on the greatest opportunities for impact in the environment, its supply chain, the health and well-being of consumers and with its people and communities. For more information, visit www.keurigdrpepper.com.
About Ronald McDonald House Charities:
Ronald McDonald House Charities® (RMHC®), is a non-profit, 501(c)(3) corporation that creates, finds and supports programs that directly improve the health and well-being of children and their families. Through a global network of over 260 Chapters in more than 60 countries and regions, RMHC enables, facilitates and supports family-centered care through three core programs: the Ronald McDonald House®, the Ronald McDonald Family Room® and the Ronald McDonald Care Mobile®. RMHC programs help families with ill or injured children stay together and near leading hospitals and health care services worldwide, ensuring they have access to the medical care their child needs while fully supported and actively involved in their child's care. For more information, visit RMHC.org.
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Radar shows increase in smoke plumes in central Iowa
Radar shows increase in smoke plumes in central Iowa
BREAKING NEWS. AND THAT BREAKING NEWS HAS BEEN UNFOLDING OVERNIGHT JUST NORTH OF THE DES MOINES RIVER, DOWN NEAR RUNNELS IN SOUTHEASTERN POLK COUNTY. THE MASSIVE FIRE HAS CONTINUED TO BURN OVERNIGHT. WE’RE TAKING A LIVE LOOK IN THE AREA THIS MORNING. YOU CAN TAKE A LOOK ON YOUR SCREEN RIGHT NOW. YOU CAN SEE THAT ORANGE GLOW FROM THAT FIRE IN THE SKIES, EVEN THOUGH IT’S STILL DARK OUT THERE. SEVERAL DEPARTMENTS DID RESPOND TO THIS FIRE LAST NIGHT. SO IT’S BEEN GOING ON FOR A WHILE NOW AND AS YOU SEE, STILL VERY ACTIVE. VIEWERS DID SAY THAT THEY COULD SEE SMOKE FOR MILES AND IT BURNED FIELDS AND TREES YESTERDAY. POLK COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT HAS NOT TOLD US WHAT THEY BELIEVE SPARKED THAT FIRE, BUT THEY DO SAY THE FLAMES ARE NOT A THREAT AT THIS MOMENT. WE’LL CONTINUE TO
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Radar shows increase in smoke plumes in central Iowa
The gorgeous weather got more Iowans out of the house this past weekend and around fire pits.In fact, the National Weather Service in Des Moines has proof. The weather service tweeted on Sunday that numerous smoke plumes were showing up on radar.The breezy conditions made it easier for fire to spread. A Sunday night field fire near Runnells spread for miles.Fortunately, crews have been able to control that fire and officials say there's no immediate threat to the public.
DES MOINES, Iowa —
The gorgeous weather got more Iowans out of the house this past weekend and around fire pits.
In fact, the National Weather Service in Des Moines has proof. The weather service tweeted on Sunday that numerous smoke plumes were showing up on radar.
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The breezy conditions made it easier for fire to spread. A Sunday night field fire near Runnells spread for miles.
Fortunately, crews have been able to control that fire and officials say there's no immediate threat to the public. | 2023-04-10T14:28:01+00:00 | kcci.com | https://www.kcci.com/article/radar-shows-smoke-plumes-in-central-iowa/43552214 |
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NEW YORK (AP) — The company behind the TurboTax tax-filing program will pay $141 million to customers across the United States who were deceived by misleading promises of free tax-filing services, New York’s attorney general announced Wednesday.
Under the terms of a settlement signed by the attorneys general of all 50 states, Mountain View, California-based Intuit Inc. will suspend TurboTax’s “free, free, free” ad campaign and pay restitution to nearly 4.4 million taxpayers, New York Attorney General Letitia James said.
James said her investigation into Intuit was sparked by a 2019 ProPublica report that found the company was using deceptive tactics to steer low-income tax filers away from the federally supported free services for which they qualified — and toward its own commercial products, instead.
“For years, Intuit misled the most vulnerable among us to make a profit. Today, every state in the nation is holding Intuit accountable for scamming millions of taxpayers, and we’re putting millions of dollars back into the pockets of impacted Americans,” James said in a statement. “This agreement should serve as a reminder to companies large and small that engaging in these deceptive marketing ploys is illegal.”
“As part of the agreement, Intuit admitted no wrongdoing, agreed to pay $141 million to put this matter behind it, and made certain commitments regarding its advertising practices,” representatives for Intuit said in a blog post Wednesday. “Intuit already adheres to most of these advertising practices and expects minimal impact to its business from implementing the remaining changes going forward.”
Until last year, Intuit offered two free versions of TurboTax. One was through its participation in the Internal Revenue Service’s Free File Program, geared toward taxpayers earning roughly $34,000 and members of the military. Intuit withdrew from the program in July 2021, saying in a blog post that the company could provide more benefits without the program’s limitations.
The company also offers a commercial product called “TurboTax Free Edition” that is only for taxpayers with “simple returns,” as defined by Intuit.
According to documents obtained by ProPublica, Intuit executives knew they were deceiving customers by advertising free services that were not in fact free to everyone.
“The website lists Free, Free, Free and the customers are assuming their return will be free,” an internal company PowerPoint presentation said. “Customers are getting upset.”
Under the agreement, Intuit will provide restitution to consumers who started using the commercial TurboTax Free Edition for tax years 2016 through 2018 and were told that they had to pay to file even though they were eligible for the version of TurboTax offered as part of the IRS Free File program.
Consumers are expected to receive a direct payment of approximately $30 for each year that they were deceived into paying for filing services, James said. They will automatically receive notices and checks by mail.
“We empower our customers to take control of their financial lives, which includes being in charge of their own tax preparation,” an Intuit spokesperson told ProPublica in a statement in 2019.
The spokesperson added that a “government-run pre-filled tax preparation system that makes the tax collector (who is also the investigator, auditor and enforcer) the tax preparer is fraught with conflicts of interest.” | 2022-05-04T16:39:05+00:00 | wnct.com | https://www.wnct.com/news/national/intuit-to-pay-141m-settlement-over-free-turbotax-ads/ |
Missouri attorney general urges Kansas City police to enforce transgender care restrictions law
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey on Wednesday vowed to take “any legal action necessary” against Kansas City if its police department does not enforce a law banning transgender transition procedures for minors.
Bailey, a Republican, said in a letter to the Kansas City Board of Police Commissioners that the board has a constitutional duty to enforce the law, which was passed by the Missouri Legislature this month. Republican Gov. Mike Parson has not yet signed the bill but is expected to do so.
The letter comes after the Kansas City Council on May 11 approved a resolution designating the city as an LGBTQ+ sanctuary city. The resolution said the city will not prosecute or fine any person or organization that seeks, provides, receives or helps someone receive gender-affirming care such as as puberty blockers, hormones or surgery.
The city also said if the state passes a law imposing criminal or civil punishments, fines, or professional sanctions in such cases, personnel in Missouri’s largest city will make enforcing those requirements “their lowest priority.”
Kansas City, a Democratic stronghold in a largely Republican state, is currently the only city in Missouri that does not control its police department. Instead, the board of police commissioners, made up the mayor and four members appointed by the governor, oversees the department.
Bailey said because the board is state-controlled, following the city council’s resolution would violate the board’s legal duties. He also said state law preempts contradictory local ordinances.
“It is the Board’s constitutional duty to enforce the law and ensure that children are protected from these dangerous, experimental gender transition interventions,” Bailey wrote. “As Missouri’s top legal officer, I will take any legal action necessary against the City to ensure our state laws are enforced.”
Earlier this week, Kansas City Police Chief Stacey Graves said in a statement that the law is outside the police department’s jurisdiction because its provisions “do not pertain to criminal conduct, but rather seeks enforcement through medical licensing and civil action.”
“I want to assure Kansas City, we will continue to serve all the members of the community equitably regardless of race, ethnicity, age, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression or sexual orientation,” Graves said.
Bailey had sought to implement an emergency rule in April that would have required adults and minors to undergo more than a year of therapy and fulfill other requirements before they could receive gender-affirming treatments such as puberty blockers, hormones and surgery. He withdrew the rule after lawmakers passed the law banning transgender care for minors.
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BEIJING, March 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- A news report from Beijing Review:
Qin Yanbei, general manager of a private company, attended a special meeting in China's capital where he met Premier Li Keqiang in February. Li chaired the seminar, soliciting opinions on the draft government work report, which reviews the government's performance in 2022 and outlines priorities for the coming year.
Qin's company, in Ningbo, Zhejiang Province, manufactures and sells household items such as toys, festive decorations, candles and lamps. During the gathering, he shared his suggestions drawn from the perspective of his work, such as further relieving the financial difficulties of small and medium-sized companies, and increasing subsidies for research and development projects of these enterprises.
Noting the challenges private companies face in China, Li urged more efforts to stabilize the economy and boost economic recovery.
Aside from Qin, representatives from a range of other fields also expressed their thoughts and opinions. Similar gatherings take place every year in the lead-up to the annual session of the National People's Congress (NPC). This year's session will get underway on March 5 in Beijing. The NPC is China's supreme state authority, composed of deputies elected by provinces, autonomous regions, municipalities, special administrative regions and armed forces.
There is an online opinion-seeking campaign as well, inviting the general public to offer advice and suggestions. All suggestions will be considered or included in the government work report to be delivered by the premier at the session's opening meeting. This is a way people, regardless of social or professional status, can participate in their country's decision-making process.
"I have served as a representative of construction workers, especially migrant workers from rural areas, in the hopes of further improving their living and working conditions. I will continue to do so at the upcoming NPC session," Zou Bin, an NPC deputy and a quality control manager at China Construction Fifth Engineering Bureau in Hunan Province, said.
Approximately 30 percent of NPC deputies are officials, while workers and farmers account for less than 20 percent, but their proportion has been on the rise.
China's major policies and decisions are not rubber-stamped during the annual legislative session; they need to undergo several rounds of public solicitation, discussion and revision, Chai Baoyong, head of the Institution of Intraparty Rules and Regulations and State Supervisory Studies at the University of Chinese Academy of Social Sciences (UCASS), told Beijing Review. "It's a long incubation process," he said. "The reports presented to the public at the NPC session are relatively mature. But still, modifications will be made after deputies have discussed them."
NPC deputies serve as a link connecting government and public. Part of their role includes regularly carrying out field research to gain understanding of economic and social development, performance of duties by government agencies, as well as public opinion. Based on this insight, they formulate suggestions, which they then submit to the NPC. Government agencies are obligated to consider these suggestions and give feedback. As legislators, deputies can also put forward motions on making, amending and interpreting laws.
The proposed agenda items for the First Session of the 14th NPC this year include routine tasks such as reviewing the government work report and deliberating on the annual plan for social and economic development, as well as the plans for central and local budgets.
Lawmakers are also slated to review a draft amendment to the Legislation Law, which regulates the legislative process. In addition, the 14th NPC is expected to elect and appoint leaders of state institutions during this session.
The Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference National Committee, the country's top political advisory body that usually holds its annual session in tandem with the NPC, will also elect a new leadership this year.
Zhou Shaolai, Deputy Dean of the UCASS School of Government, believed one of the focuses at this year's sessions will be on the economy. "Following a three-year-long battle against COVID-19, economic recovery and employment are the government's top priorities," he said.
In February, the International Monetary Fund projected that China's economy will grow by 5.2 percent in 2023, 0.8 percentage points higher than its forecast in October last year.
"Boosting consumption is a key issue. It is crucial to boost consumer and market confidence and improve overall expectations for the future," Chai said.
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EAST LANSING, Mich. (AP) — When the texts began coming in about a shooter at Michigan State University, training that many students started receiving as schoolchildren automatically kicked in.
They ran. They found a place to hide. They locked and barricaded the doors. They turned out the lights. Then they waited as a gunman who killed three students and wounded five more eluded police for about four hours.
They are part of a generation that has grown up with active shooter drills. Schools and districts across the U.S. implemented such training after the 1999 Columbine High School massacre and the practice has evolved and grown since the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting in Newtown, Connecticut, that killed 20 children and six educators.
“First, we were taught to be quiet. Run. And then to fight if you are caught,” said Michigan State junior James Cameron, who added that the first lockdown he experienced was in elementary school, when there was a shooting a block away.
Many school districts use ALICE training, which stands for alert, lockdown, inform, counter and evacuate.
Fighting back is a final option. Students and educators are taught to use scissors, pencils, pens, books, fire extinguishers and any other item they can find as weapons.
“Our generation has never been safe at school and in places of celebration and in places of peace,” said Jacob Toomey, a Michigan State student who is also a commissioner in nearby Eaton County, who recalled his high school’s active shooter drills while speaking at an event Wednesday at the Michigan Capitol in Lansing.
All of the people shot at Michigan State on Monday night were students. The lockdown ended after the gunman, 43-year-old Anthony McRae, killed himself miles away when confronted by police. Authorities were still trying to determine a motive Wednesday and have said he has no known connection to the university.
Senior Jamison Bandivas ran into a Target store after hearing someone had been shot at the student union nearby. He and others barricaded themselves in the back of the store, he said, and he watched another student write a “goodbye letter” on a Valentine’s Day card.
Architecture student Clay Griffith hid in an office, then texted his friends about the best places to hide because “the shooter’s path was my daily walk,” he said. But he also said Americans are no longer shocked by mass shootings — or the preparations their children undergo.
“I’m not surprised, especially when my 9-year-old sister comes home with a homework assignment of what to do if there’s a school shooter,” he added. “These past few days we’ve been saying all the slogans and mechanisms that we’ve been learning since we were children.”
For some students, it was not their first experience with a mass shooting. A few attended Oxford High School, where four teens were killed 14 months earlier, on Nov. 30, 2021, some 70 miles west of Michigan State.
Matthew Riddle recalled the conversations he had with his daughter, now a Michigan State student, after she survived the Oxford shooting.
”‘Lightning doesn’t strike twice, right? This has happened to you and it can’t happen again, right? To Oxford, to you or anybody else,’ and frankly that’s not true,” Riddle told NBC News.
Maya Manuel, organizer of Wednesday’s protest, asked people to raise their hands if they had “experienced lockdown drills.” Almost all of the MSU students seated on the Capitol steps in front of Manuel had their arms up in the air.
Democratic U.S. Rep. Elissa Slotkin suggested parents and others might benefit from witnessing the drills their children experience.
“I think there’s a generational divide. And I heard a couple of students say they wanted to invite our elected officials to participate in these lockdown drills, have them experience what it’s like with our third graders,” Slotkin told The Associated Press. “And I think there’s something to that because, even for me, I didn’t experience it.”
Later Wednesday, hundreds of students gathered for a campus vigil also attended by school officials, religious leaders, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and Hall of Fame basketball coach Tom Izzo, whose son Steven is a Michigan State student.
Izzo said Steven “was at one of the buildings two nights ago about 10 minutes after things happened.”
He also said he, Whitmer and others visited the hospital where the injured students are “fighting for their lives.”
“I can’t begin to imagine what all of you are going through,” he told the students, who poured into a site near “The Rock,” a community gathering place that has become a makeshift memorial in the days since the attack.
The event concluded with all in attendance singing the alma mater, arms around each other, swaying to the song.
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Associated Press writer Corey Williams in West Bloomfield, Mich., contributed to this story. | 2023-02-16T12:41:59+00:00 | siouxlandproud.com | https://www.siouxlandproud.com/news/national/ap-michigan-state-students-training-kicked-in-during-shooting/ |
NEW YORK, July 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Gross Law Firm issues the following notice to shareholders of Tupperware Brands Corporation.
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WASHINGTON (AP) — A Tennessee man who authorities say came to Washington ahead of the Jan. 6, 2021, riot prepared for violence in a car full of weapons and assaulted officers who were trying to defend the Capitol was sentenced Friday to more than five years behind bars.
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Ronald Sandlin, 35, of Millington, Tennessee, pleaded guilty in September to conspiracy to obstruct an official proceeding and assaulting, resisting, or impeding officers.
Two other men were separately each sentenced Friday to four years in prison Friday for their actions connected to the riot.
Sandlin, who authorities say adhered to the QAnon conspiracy theory, and two other men traveled from Tennessee to the Washington area in a rental car packed with two pistols, two magazines of ammunition, cans of bear mace, gas masks, body armor, several knives and other gear, according to prosecutors.
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Two days before the insurrection, Sandlin posted on social media a picture of another man lying on bed holding a gun and wrote: “My fellow patriot ... sleeping ready for the boogaloo Jan 6,” according to court papers. Authorities say “boogaloo” referred to to civil war.
On Jan. 6, prosecutors say Sandlin led the mob's charge against officers at two points at the Capitol, shoved officers and tried to rip the helmet off of one of them. He shouted at officers: “Your life is not worth it.. you’re going to die, get out of the way,” according to court papers.
Inside the building, Sandlin smoked a marijuana joint in the Rotunda of the Capitol and stole a book from an office, prosecutors say.
Sandlin's lawyer wrote in court papers that his client “allowed himself to believe in lies and disinformation.” In a letter to the judge, Sandlin apologized to the officers he assaulted and the lawmakers at the Capitol.
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“I believe January 6, 2021 was a national tragedy for everyone involved and I hope my judgement will help the healing process moving forward," he wrote.
Separately on Friday, Nicholas Ochs, 36, the founder of the Hawaii Proud Boys chapter, and Nicholas DeCarlo, 32, a Fort Worth, Texas man who was with Ochs on Jan. 6, were each sentenced to four years in prison for their roles in the riot.
Ochs, a onetime Republican candidate for the Hawaii House of Representatives, and DeCarlo both pleaded guilty in September to obstructing Congress’ certification of the vote.
Ochs and DeCarlo were captured in a widely shared photo giving a thumbs up sign in front of a Capitol door that had been defaced with the words “Murder the Media," — the name of the social media channel they shared. Authorities say DeCarlo scrawled the words on the door.
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They attended the “Stop the Steal” rally near the White House on the morning of Jan. 6 and then marched together to the Capitol.
Video shows them throwing smoke grenades toward a line of police trying to keep the mob from the stage set up for Biden’s inauguration, authorities say. DeCarlo also rummaged through a Capitol police officer’s bag and stole a pair of plastic handcuffs, prosecutors said.
Ochs posted on Twitter a picture of the men smoking cigarettes inside the Capitol, and the caption said: “Hello from the Capital lol,” according to court papers.
Ochs' attorney, Ed MacMahon, said in court papers that his client, who served in the Marines, “regrets and is deeply embarrassed by his juvenile behavior exhibited at the Capitol.” After the hearing, MacMahon called the punishment a “long prison sentence for somebody that didn’t commit a single act of violence.”
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DeCarlo's lawyer wrote that his client has expressed remorse and "in order to help make amends" voluntarily conducted a lengthy interview with the House committee investigating the attack.
Ochs and DeCarlo are among dozens of members and associates of the Proud Boys who have been charged in the Capitol riot.
The group’s former national chairman, Enrique Tarrio, and other leaders are set to stand trial this month on seditious conspiracy and other serious charges for what authorities allege was a plot to stop the transfer of presidential power from Republican Donald Trump to Democrat Joe Biden.
More than 900 people have been charged in the riot with offenses ranging from misdemeanors for illegally entering the Capitol to seditious conspiracy.
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The longest sentence so far has been 10 years in prison for a former New York City police officer who used a metal flagpole to assault an officer at the Capitol.
Last month, Oath Keepers founder Stewart Rhodes and the leader of the group's Florida chapter Kelly Meggs were convicted of seditious conspiracy for their roles in the riot. They are awaiting sentencing. | 2022-12-09T22:56:26+00:00 | seattlepi.com | https://www.seattlepi.com/news/article/Rioter-who-assaulted-cops-at-Capitol-gets-5-years-17643777.php |
Check out the lists below to see the daily stat leaders for Tuesday, Sept. 13, in three statistical categories: goals, assists and saves.
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Public-private partnerships provide innovative opportunities and jobs for a more sustainable future in this episode of Made In America: American Innovators
CHARLOTTE, N.C., June 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Consensus Digital Media presents episode #6 of Made In America: American Innovators, featuring Envision Charlotte, a public-private partnership between the city of Charlotte, Cisco, Charlotte Center City Partners, Duke Energy and the U.S. Department of Energy. Come along and see the environmental impact, job creation, and economic competitiveness thriving in the heart of an innovation center making waves in the Tar Heel State and setting a national example.
In this episode, we meet Amy Aussieker, Executive Director of Envision Charlotte–she's at the helm of the Innovation Barn. This retrofitted old barn houses entrepreneurs and innovators leading the way toward creating and sustaining a circular economy. The industrialists at the Innovation Barn offer new solutions and ways to scale composting, recycling glass, using fly larvae to reduce food waste, and fostering "volunteer" forests.
Between creating a circular economy and energy monitoring and efficiency, Envision Charlotte has already helped the city of Charlotte and local companies save millions of dollars while also having a significant impact on carbon reduction. From a Smart City building project to Carolina Urban Lumber and Crown Town Compost, we meet just a few leaders and entrepreneurs stepping up to find solutions with the help of Envision Charlotte.
"Consensus is thrilled to tell the story of this exciting group of innovators in the Tar Heel State," said Conor Gaughan, Consensus publisher and CEO. "The city of Charlotte and the surrounding areas will continue to reap the rewards from this public-private partnership for decades. Creating and sustaining a circular economy is just one of the ways Envision Charlotte and the community will take Charlotte into the future."
The holistic community-wide approach we see in episode six to improving the environment, creating a circular economy, and curbing changes to the climate is showing up in cities and towns across the United States, following Charlotte's example.
View this episode of Made In America: American Innovators at https://youtu.be/o5OhoT1pZn0.
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Age 82 of Fairfield, passed away at Sanctuary Pointe Nursing and Rehab Center on Tuesday, June 28, 2022. Lynn was born in Hamilton, Ohio, on September 24, 1939, to Earl and Mary Eva (Faucett) Pottenger. Lynn is survived by numerous nephews and nieces. Lynn was preceded in death by his parents; and his siblings, Edna, Marilyn, Earla, Alva, Albert, Donald, Virginia, and Howard. Funeral service will be held at Brown Dawson Flick Funeral Home, 330 Pershing Ave., Hamilton, Ohio, on Tuesday, July 5, 2022, at 11:00 AM. Burial will follow at Greenwood Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, July 5, 2022, from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at Brown Dawson Flick Funeral Home. Condolences may be left at browndawsonflick.com.
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HELSINKI (AP) — NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg said Sunday that Turkey has “legitimate concerns” over terrorism and other issues that need to be taken seriously.
Turkey has accused Finland and Sweden of supporting Kurdish militants and says it will not back the two Nordic nations joining NATO until they change their policies.
Speaking at a joint news conference with Finnish President Sauli Niinisto, Stoltenberg stressed that “no other NATO ally has suffered more terrorist attacks than Turkey” and pointed to its strategic geographic location with neighbors like Iraq and Syria.
“These are legitimate concerns. This is about terrorism, it’s about weapons exports,” Stoltenberg said. “We have to address the security concerns of all allies, including Turkish concerns about the terrorist group PKK.”
He spoke at Finland's presidential summer residence Kultaranta in western Finland.
After decades of military non-alignment, Russia’s war in Ukraine pushed Finland and Sweden to apply to join NATO in May. Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, however, accuses the Nordic nations of supporting Kurdish militants deemed by Turkey to be terrorists and has vetoed their entry into the 30-member alliance.
“When a vital key ally as Turkey raises concerns on terrorism then of course we have to sit down and take them seriously. And that’s exactly what we do,” Stoltenberg said.
The demands from Ankara to Helsinki and Stockholm also include lifting restrictions on arms exports to Turkey and extraditing members of certain Kurdish organizations that are opposed to Erdogan’s government.
In the past weeks, NATO’s chief has been trying to resolve the dispute but he did not disclose Sunday whether any progress has been made.
He was to attend an annual discussion panel in Kultaranta later Sunday together with Finnish and Nordic politicians, foreign and security policy experts and military representatives.
Stoltenberg will visit Sweden on Monday for talks with the Swedish Prime Minister Magdalena Andersson.
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Evacuations lifted after Placer County spot fires halted
Crews have gained control of two fires in Placer County that have led to evacuations for nearby residents Friday afternoon, according to Cal Fire, the state's fire management agency. Those evacuation orders and warnings have since been lifted.The fires were reported around 4:05 p.m., Cal Fire said. They are burning near Sheridan Lincoln Boulevard between the town of Sheridan and the City of Lincoln.Cal Fire at 5:02 p.m. said forward progress has been stopped for both fires. One fire burned about 25 acres, and the other stopped about 30 acres. When fire officials say they stop the forward progress of a fire, that means they have stopped the flames from spreading in a particular direction(s).Homes on Ranch House Road were ordered to evacuate, according to the Placer County Sheriff's Office. Evacuation orders are issued when there is an immediate threat to life, and it is mandatory to leave immediately.The sheriff's office said at 4:51 p.m. that Camp Far West to Ranch House Road is under an evacuation warning. With evacuation warnings, you are not required to leave but are encouraged to be ready to leave at a moment's notice in case fire behavior becomes threatening to safety.
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Crews have gained control of two fires in Placer County that have led to evacuations for nearby residents Friday afternoon, according to Cal Fire, the state's fire management agency. Those evacuation orders and warnings have since been lifted.
The fires were reported around 4:05 p.m., Cal Fire said. They are burning near Sheridan Lincoln Boulevard between the town of Sheridan and the City of Lincoln.
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Cal Fire at 5:02 p.m. said forward progress has been stopped for both fires. One fire burned about 25 acres, and the other stopped about 30 acres. When fire officials say they stop the forward progress of a fire, that means they have stopped the flames from spreading in a particular direction(s).
Homes on Ranch House Road were ordered to evacuate, according to the Placer County Sheriff's Office. Evacuation orders are issued when there is an immediate threat to life, and it is mandatory to leave immediately.
The sheriff's office said at 4:51 p.m. that Camp Far West to Ranch House Road is under an evacuation warning. With evacuation warnings, you are not required to leave but are encouraged to be ready to leave at a moment's notice in case fire behavior becomes threatening to safety.
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Acquisition provides Company with new platform that complements existing ready-to-drink alcohol portfolio and non-alcohol business in Canada
BURLINGTON, Mass. and FRISCO, Texas, June 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. (NASDAQ: KDP) announced today a definitive agreement to acquire the global rights to the non-alcoholic, ready-to-drink cocktail brand Atypique from Station Agro-Biotech, a Quebec-based company that specializes in the manufacturing and marketing of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. Terms of the deal, which is expected to close in early Q4, were not disclosed.
Atypique is a highly unique offering in the emerging and fast-growing non-alcohol cocktail segment, providing a range of ready-to-drink cocktails, such as margaritas, gin & tonic and mojitos. In Canada, non-alcoholic cocktails grew more than 30 percent in retail dollar sales during the last year, and Atypique now has a 42 percent market share of that segment, where it is distributed.
The agreement includes a multi-year collaboration between the two companies to fuel accelerated growth for Atypique, leveraging Station Agro-Biotech's R&D expertise in the category and KDP's robust sales and distribution network.
"At Keurig Dr Pepper, we strongly believe in innovation to drive growth to meet the evolving beverage needs of consumers," said Ozan Dokmecioglu, CFO & President of International. "We are excited to add this new platform to our powerful portfolio in Canada, and the global rights to Atypique provides optionality to further expand the brand's growth potential." Olivier Lemire, President of Keurig Dr Pepper Canada, added, "Atypique is a great complement to our successful ready-to-drink alcohol portfolio, and we look forward to continue innovating around this brand to drive accelerated growth."
"We were looking for the best way to bring Atypique to the next level. This agreement represents an exceptional opportunity to work with a beverage industry leader, and Keurig Dr Pepper will bring market knowledge and strength to the Atypique brand," said Jonathan Robin, President, Station Agro-Biotech. "At the same time, we are delighted to have the opportunity to keep growing and innovating within a category in full effervescence and have more time to spend doing R&D in the broader beverage space."
Étienne Boulay, cofounder of Atypique, ex-Canadian star football player, TV and radio host added, "Atypique is meant to push the limits of the ready-to-drink industry by offering outside-the-box, beyond-the-normal-standard products, and this collaboration will allow the brand to continue to do just that. I can't wait to see where this will take Atypique."
About Keurig Dr Pepper
Keurig Dr Pepper (KDP) is a leading beverage company in North America, with annual revenue approaching $13 billion and approximately 27,000 employees. KDP holds leadership positions in soft drinks, specialty coffee and tea, water, juice and juice drinks and mixers, and markets the #1 single serve coffee brewing system in the U.S. and Canada. The Company's portfolio of more than 125 owned, licensed and partner brands is designed to satisfy virtually any consumer need, any time, and includes Keurig®, Dr Pepper®, Green Mountain Coffee Roasters®, Canada Dry®, Snapple®, Bai®, Mott's®, CORE® and The Original Donut Shop®. Through its powerful sales and distribution network, KDP can deliver its portfolio of hot and cold beverages to nearly every point of purchase for consumers. The Company is committed to sourcing, producing and distributing its beverages responsibly through its Drink Well. Do Good. corporate responsibility platform, including efforts around circular packaging, efficient natural resource use and supply chain sustainability. For more information, visit www.keurigdrpepper.com.
About Station Agro-Biotech
Located in the heart of the Saint-Hyacinthe Agri-Food Technopole, Station Agro-Biotech specializes in the manufacturing and marketing of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. It has its own laboratory dedicated to research and development and focuses on innovation during the creation process.
The Station Agro-Biotech brings together several companies under one roof, including the Noroi distillery, the Le Bilboquet microbrewery and Atypique non-alcoholic beverages.
Distributed in more than 3,000 food stores across Quebec, the various products can be found on the shelves of grocery stores, specialty stores, convenience stores and at the SAQ. The company founded in 2019 is also developing its marketing outside Quebec. To learn more about Station Agro-Biotech: stationabt.com
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Which jigger is best?
If you want to make good cocktails, a jigger will ensure they are consistently delicious. It is designed to measure out liquid so that drinks are made with the correct amount of alcohol every time. The best jiggers are molded from materials that won’t rust or damage easily, so you can bartend repeatedly without the need to replace one of your main tools.
If you’re looking for a quality jigger, the A Bar Above Japanese Style Jigger features an attractive design and lines for every quarter-ounce to give you an accurate measurement.
What to know before you buy a jigger
Shot glass vs. jigger
A shot glass is 1.5 ounces, the typical measurement for a single cocktail. If you are using a single type of liquor, you could substitute a shot glass for a jigger in a pinch. However, when you are using multiple liquors in smaller increments, it will be best to have a jigger with the appropriate measurements on it. Some jiggers come in bartender kits that also include other tools.
Why you’re buying the jigger
Perhaps you are a beginner who needs something simple, stable and easy to use. Or maybe you are a professional bartender at a high-end event and need a very accurate, detailed jigger. In either situation or any in between, know why you need this item to be sure you find the right tool for you. The level and style of bartending will determine what is necessary.
Structure
There are several different sizes and shapes of jiggers. They are designed as single cups or double-sided, flat-edged or lipped, triangular-shaped and wide-mouthed. You may require a larger, sturdy jigger for one event or a more detailed Japanese-style jigger for fine-dining style pours. In all cases, it is important to have a durable and rust-proof tool.
What to look for in a quality jigger
Clear measurements
Jiggers have measurements engraved or printed on them to indicate the amount poured. Most made in the United States identify ounces, but everywhere else in the world it’s milliliters. Most fit at least 2 ounces of liquid and indicate where to stop for smaller portions. These precise measurements let you pour the same way every drink.
Double cup
Each jigger provides some indication of the pour, but the style you get determines how detailed your drink can get. Single cups have several measurements inside, but you can get double the options with a two-sided jigger. This lets you create more complex cocktails.
Strong grip
A slowdown in service happens when you drop your tools and have to re-wash them. Several varieties of jiggers have firm grips to prevent slippage. Some double-sided jiggers have a metal grip and others have nylon or other material to encourage friction. And you want your jigger to grip the bar. A quality jigger should sit still on a bar top when not in use.
How much you can expect to spend on a jigger?
You will spend anywhere from $10-$25 on a quality jigger.
Jigger FAQ
How do I use a jigger?
A. Hold it with your thumb and index or middle finger, near the glass, but not over it — any overspill could spoil the recipe. Pour liquor into the jigger all the way to the top or exactly to the measuring line, so you get a full measure. Then simply flip your wrist and dump the contents into the glass.
Why is it called a jigger?
A. No one really knows. One theory is that British sailors, perhaps unhappy with its size, nicknamed their daily ration of grog after the smallest mast on a ship, the jiggermast. Another is that an illicit distillery was known as a “jigger” in the 1800s and that the name then was applied to the tool. A third is that the word comes from the slang term “thingamajig.”
What’s the best jigger to buy?
Top jigger
A Bar Above Japanese Style Jigger
What you need to know: This jigger is made of stainless steel and is double-sided with measurements included inside the cups.
What you’ll love: It has a modern style that includes a lip to minimize spill. The measurements allow accurate drinks to be made at a fast pace. The stainless steel build is easy to handle and won’t rust or break.
What you should consider: A few reviewers reported being disappointed with how the jigger was made — theirs was either broken or had inaccurate measurements.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Top jigger for the money
What you need to know: This is durable and double-sided, with specific measurements.
What you’ll love: A non-slip grip makes this an ideal jigger for a bartender. It’s easy to use, with measurements on both sides of the tool for detailed drinks.
What you should consider: A handful of users say the wide mouth makes it easier to spill liquid out when pouring.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Worth checking out
A Bar Above Double-Sided Bell Jigger
What you need to know: This style of jigger is great for beginner use as it has easy-to-read increments and a wide mouth.
What you’ll love: This stainless steel jigger can be ordered with a copper or gold finish, letting it look great sitting on any bar top. Its wide mouth makes it easy to pour into and sit stable when at rest.
What you should consider: There are reports of its measurements being incorrect, resulting in heavy pours.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
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Consumers in Colorado will be the first to purchase Meati™ Chicken and Steak offerings in
retail at select Sprouts Farmers Markets and on-menu at all Birdcall locations
BOULDER, Colo., July 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Eat Meati™, the juicy, delicious alternative whole-food proteins made from mushroom root by Meati Foods, today hit retail shelves for the first time at three Sprouts Farmers Market locations in the Denver-Boulder area.
This entrance to retail comes alongside their expanded partnership with Birdcall, an all-natural fast-casual restaurant group. This marks a major step in Meati Foods' mission towards accessibility, with plans to achieve a national, omni-channel footprint by late-2023, including all Sprouts Farmers Market locations by the end of 2022.
"We're thrilled to have the support of such well-recognized, respected and purpose-driven partners like Sprouts Farmers Market and Birdcall as we bring our category-first whole-food cutlets and steaks to shelves and plates in our home state of Colorado," said Scott Tassani, President of Meati Foods. "Given the consistent record-breaking sellouts of our Meati products online, we're eager to pilot on-shelf with Sprouts with an eye toward rapid expansion in the coming months."
Meati Foods currently operates from its Pilot Ranch and this fall will expand production to its Mega Ranch, which has the capacity to produce more than 45 million pounds annually, significantly scaling production to accommodate national retail and foodservice demand.
"As a trusted grocer for those looking to discover new, better-for-you products and ingredients, we're excited to be the first to offer Meati on shelves at three of our Colorado locations, and soon enough nationwide," said Matt Pratta, Culinary Director of Sprouts Farmers Market. "We're impressed by Meati's ability to set new standards in an ever-crowded category and know that Sprouts customers are going to love the taste, nutrition and clean labels that their products offer."
Beginning today, consumers can purchase the Meati Classic Cutlet, Meati Crispy Cutlet and Meati Classic Steak at Sprouts Farmers Market's Boulder (#312), Denver (#334) and Wheat Ridge (#326) locations in the refrigerated and prepared meal sections. Meati is now available at all nine Birdcall locations in Colorado and Arizona as the official alt-protein-of-choice to sub in any sandwich or salad offering and as part of Meati's namesake sandwich menu item.
For those who aren't based in Colorado or Arizona, consumers can still purchase the Meati Classic Cutlet, Crispy Cutlet and Steak Filet online at Meati.com. For more information, connect with Meati on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook or at Meati.com.
Founded in 2017, Meati Foods is working to change the way we eat by democratizing access to delicious, nutrient-rich, complete protein in a way that protects and preserves our planet's water, land and air. Eat Meati™ is the debut product line from Meati Foods featuring whole-food cutlets and steaks made from mushroom root utilizing modernized yet ancient and natural processes in a toxicity-free environment with no heavy metals, pesticides or antibiotics. Eat Meati™ made its retail debut in July 2022 after multiple months of record sellouts on its direct-to-doorstep online shop, with plans for a national omni-channel footprint by late-2023. Meati's textures and flavors have won the enthusiastic support of some of food's biggest icons, including David Chang (chef and founder of Momofuku and Majordomo Media); John Foraker (Once Upon a Farm CEO and former Annie's Organic CEO); Nicolas Jammet and Jonathan Neman (co-founders of Sweetgreen); Sam Kass (former White House senior policy advisor for nutrition and partner at Acre Venture Partners).
Sprouts is the place where goodness grows. True to its farm-stand heritage, Sprouts offers a unique grocery experience featuring an open layout with fresh produce at the heart of the store. Sprouts inspires wellness naturally with a carefully curated assortment of better-for-you products paired with purpose-driven people. The healthy grocer continues to bring the latest in wholesome, innovative products made with lifestyle-friendly ingredients such as organic, plant-based and gluten-free. Headquartered in Phoenix, and one of the largest and fastest growing specialty retailers of fresh, natural and organic food in the United States, Sprouts employs approximately 31,000 team members and operates approximately 380 stores in 23 states nationwide. To learn more about Sprouts, and the good it brings communities, visit about.sprouts.com.
Colorado-based Birdcall opened its first location in Denver's historic Five Points neighborhood in 2016, offering a new kind of fast-casual dining experience that encompasses fresh and natural ingredients; superior hospitality and service; innovative art and design, and cutting-edge technology. Known for its 100-percent all-natural crispy chicken sandwiches and chef-inspired salads, Birdcall is changing the way people view fast-casual food, making high-quality meals approachable and affordable. The brand has quickly grown to nine locations in six years in addition to five locations planned for 2022, including Birdcall's first out-of-state locations in Arizona and Texas. For more information about Birdcall, visit eatbirdcall.com.
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NEW YORK (AP) — Hours after the Baltimore Orioles called up Colton Cowser, manager Brandon Hyde said he was hoping the touted prospect could give his scuffling team a spark.
That’s exactly what he did.
Cowser hit an RBI single in his major league debut and scored the go-ahead run when fellow rookie Jordan Westburg followed with a two-run triple, sending Dean Kremer and the Orioles past the New York Yankees 6-3 on Wednesday night.
“What a nice debut. Huge hit for us, first walk,” Hyde said. “He played a really good game.”
Ryan O’Hearn lined a two-run homer in the ninth inning, and All-Star relievers Yennier Cano and Félix Bautista combined to get the final six outs as the second-place Orioles won for only the second time in eight games.
“It was awesome. A cool ballpark, kind of soaked it in and once I did that, I took a moment and then was like, `All right, let’s go,’” said Cowser, whose parents were in the stands. “Honestly, I was more nervous the wait before the game. Once I got through my daily schedule, I was like, same game, just go out and play.”
Josh Donaldson and Anthony Volpe homered for the Yankees, who had won the first two games of this four-game series between AL East playoff contenders. Kyle Higashioka had an RBI single.
Kremer (9-4) struck out a career-high 10 in seven innings of four-hit ball.
“That’s probably as good as I’ve seen him. He had a little presence with everything,” New York manager Aaron Boone said.
Brought up from the minors to make a spot start necessitated by last Friday’s rainout in St. Louis, rookie Randy Vásquez gave the Yankees five excellent innings and was removed with a 2-0 lead after 75 pitches.
Cedric Mullins doubled with one out in the sixth against left-hander Nick Ramirez (0-1) and went to third on Aaron Hicks’ sharp single that was stopped by a diving Donaldson behind third base.
Cowser, just summoned from Triple-A Norfolk, singled to right field for his first career hit, chasing Ramirez. Westburg, another top prospect who was brought up from the minors late last month, tripled on Michael King’s first pitch past a diving Jake Bauers in left field to put Baltimore in front 3-2.
“We both kind of knew there might be an opportunity at some point this year for us to both be together here,” Westburg said. “It’s just awesome. Where we’re at as a team, all we’re trying to do is fill roles where we’re asked to and help this club win.”
Bauers said he lost the ball in the lights as he went into his dive.
“Got a good jump on it, took a good route to it. Right when I went to dive, it got stuck in the lights and I was kind of flying blind at the end there trying to knock it down, do anything I could,” Bauers said. “Unfortunately, it got by me and I feel like it would have been a different game had I come up with it.”
With the infield in, Westburg then scored ahead of Volpe’s throw to the plate on Adam Frazier’s RBI grounder to shortstop.
New York began the day with the best bullpen ERA in the majors.
Volpe’s solo homer off Cano made it 4-3 in the eighth, but Bautista got four outs to preserve Kremer’s gem with his 23rd save.
“I think I had everything kind of working,” Kremer said.
SHORT STAY
After the game, Vásquez was optioned back to Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre.
TRAINER’S ROOM
Orioles: All-Star LF Austin Hays (bruised hip) sat out a third consecutive game. Hyde said Hays is getting better every day and might be available off the bench before hopefully returning to the lineup in a day or two.
Yankees: CF Harrison Bader was given a planned night off after getting hit on the left wrist by a pitch Tuesday. … OF Billy McKinney was out of the starting lineup again after fouling a ball off his toe recently. But he reached on an infield single as a pinch-hitter in the eighth and remained in the game in left field. Boone said McKinney would hopefully return to the starting lineup Thursday night. … DH/OF Willie Calhoun (left quadriceps strain) has started to swing the bat a little bit but there’s no timeline for his return and it won’t be until after the All-Star break.
UP NEXT
Orioles RHP Kyle Bradish (4-4, 3.58 ERA) faces RHP Luis Severino (1-3, 6.30) in the finale of the four-game series Thursday night.
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WA Marine Warnings and Forecast for Tuesday, November 15, 2022
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SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY
URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
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751 PM PST Mon Nov 14 2022
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM PST TUESDAY...
* WHAT...East winds 15 to 25 kt.
* WHERE...West Entrance U. S. Waters Strait Of Juan De Fuca and
Central U. S. Waters Strait Of Juan De Fuca.
* WHEN...Until 1 PM PST Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
A Small Craft Advisory means that wind speeds of 21 to 33 knots
and/or seas 10 feet or higher are expected to produce hazardous
wave conditions to small craft. Inexperienced mariners,
especially those operating smaller vessels should avoid
navigating in these conditions.
* WHERE...Coastal Waters From Cape Flattery To James Island Out 60
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Optoma highlights new ML1080 series projectors, interactive education software and more
ORLANDO, Fla., June 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Optoma, the No. 1 4K UHD and DLP® brand worldwide and in the Americas in projection technology,¹ elevates its InfoComm 2023 presence with a wide array of products that showcase the company's leadership in developing innovative professional display solutions. Ranging from its new portable, premium RGB triple laser ML1080 series and high brightness WUXGA laser projectors, to its interactive flat panel displays (IFPs) and display software management solutions, Optoma is exhibiting its breadth of solutions at booth #2043.
"Optoma strives to enhance the user experience, executing impactful immersive solutions that create, connect and inspire any audience," said Maria Repole, Head of Marketing Communications, Optoma. "As the professional installation market continues to evolve, we remain focused on empowering our customers by providing cutting-edge and new eco-friendly solutions for a broad range of installation environments."
Optoma ML1080 and ML1080ST
The award winning Optoma ML1080 and ML1080ST are first-of-its-kind portable, premium RGB triple laser projectors offering a wide BT2020 color gamut and 1,200 lumens of brightness. Addressing the growing demand for compact laser projectors with sharp color accuracy and high brightness, the Optoma ML1080 series was designed with RGB triple laser light source technology to meet the various needs of installation environments and professionals on-the-go.
Weighing about two pounds, the ML1080 and ML1080ST sport a minimalistic, award-winning* design, and have the lowest carbon footprint of any Optoma product, with a chassis made from 50% post-consumer recycled materials. The ML1080ST offers an impressive 0.78:1 short throw ratio alternative, delivering up to 100-inch images from five feet away from display surfaces for use in smaller spaces.
Powered by Optoma's VIOSO Nano 6, a customized all-in-one content playback solution for warping and blending, the ML1080 and ML1080ST will be on display in an immersive dining experience featuring 360° visuals developed in partnership with Zanim8tion. Specializing in immersive content, Zanim8tion is carving a niche in immersive experiences and dining adventures that rely on the technical aspect of 360° visuals using our proprietary tools and processes.
Mozaik's mozaBook Education Software and Optoma's 5-Series Interactive Flat Panels
Optoma and Mozaik have joined forces to bring the best in education content with its mozaBook education software, available on Optoma's Creative Touch 5-Series Interactive Flat Panels. This powerful education platform provides a wealth of interactive resources with its interactive whiteboard tools, quizzes, 3D content and multimedia materials, including interactive 3D animations or laboratory tools to elevate the learning experience. At InfoComm, visitors can receive a free trial until August 31st, 2023.**
The IFPs offer multiple easy-to-use annotation tools and extensive connectivity features along with a unique whiteboard application for enhanced learning, sharing and collaboration in classrooms, lecture halls, boardrooms and other professional environments.
Optoma High Brightness WUXGA Projectors
Experience engaging projection mapping demonstrations featuring the award-winning ZU2200 and ZU920T projectors, powered by Optoma's VIOSO Nano 6 for warping and blending. The ZU920T is a fixed lens, WUXGA laser short throw projector, featuring 9,800 lumens and 4K and HDR compatibility to meet the demand for high brightness projectors that do not require interchangeable lenses.
At 17,000, 19,000 and 22,000 lumens respectively, the Optoma Ultra Bright Series ZU1700, ZU1900 and ZU2200 projectors establish an incredibly high brightness benchmark to the category, as well as extreme flexibility with eight interchangeable lenses to meet the needs of even the most complex installations.
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The best taco José Ralat ever ate made him cry.
After trying the jardinero — or gardener — taco at Carlos Salgado’s Michelin Star restaurant Taco Maria in Orange County, California, the taco editor for Texas monthly headed home and started writing about it for his book, “American Tacos: A History and Guide.”
“I just lost it. I was bawling, ugly, crying,” he says, “because this taco not only tasted great, but it also told the story of our ancestors, of our grandfathers, of our fathers who broke their backs to give us better lives so that someone like me could write a book about tacos and have the world’s best job.”
Tacos served at a place like Taco Maria aren’t the same ones sold out of trucks in Los Angeles. But the story of any taco sold in the U.S. starts in Mexico, Ralat says.
Tacos de Matamoros, a simple beef taco with cheese on top, is named after the city of Matamoros in Mexico where the dish originates. Matamoros borders Brownsville, Texas. In this cattle country region of southern Texas and northern Mexico, people utilize every part of the cow to make cheese, sweetbreads and more.
“The border is neither here nor there. The border is not the U.S., it’s kinda not Mexico. It’s a little bit of both,” Ralat says. “It’s a third space where basically all bets are off. Things happen there that don’t happen any place else. And that’s part of the magic.”
Ralat knows a thing or two about tacos — and he shared some insight into what makes them excellent.
There’s no right kind of taco shell
Debates over hard or soft, corn or flour get heated. But Ralat believes there’s a right time for every type of shell.
Flour shells date back more than 400 years to northern Mexico, he says, and the first taco recipes were fried.
“Any discussion about this, I think, really needs to focus on, well, is it fresh? Is it freshly fried? Because if it is, oh my God, it’s amazing,” he says. “Is it freshly rolled out? Is a freshly nixtamalized? That’s what we need to be talking about.”
‘You can’t just throw something into a tortilla and then magically call it a taco’
When selling tacos, one must consider who benefits from the transaction and who gets left behind, Ralat says.
“If the answer is only white people are or only X people, then maybe you shouldn’t be selling that taco. Maybe that’s not what the taco should be,” he says. “There’s a difference between thoughtfully placing ingredients into a tortilla and shrinking a $40 entree into a $4 taco.”
Ralat writes about how the history of tacos — especially the role of Mexican and Indigenous women who created them — and the role of Tex-Mex sometimes get obscured.
The rich history of Tex-Mex is often whitewashed when it should tell the story of Mexicans and Mexican-Americans who made better lives for their families. For example, a grandmother in Dallas sent her grandson to Harvard Business School and then opened more restaurants, Ralat says.
“That’s not white people food,” he says. “That’s an American-Mexican triumph.”
And yet, even some Latinos and Tejanos believe Tex-Mex was made by white people, for white people.
“No, that is wrong,” Ralat says. “And it dismisses the opportunities that these Mexican immigrants and Mexican-American families gave their children.”
Get creative with vegetables
“There’s a long tradition of vegetarian and vegan options because meat’s expensive, so don’t be afraid to throw vegetables in there,” Ralat says. “I love asparagus.”
Lynn Menegon produced and edited this interview for broadcast with Todd Mundt. Allison Hagan adapted it for the web.
This article was originally published on WBUR.org.
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BOSTON, Sept. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Biolojic Design, a pioneer in the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in antibody design, today announced the appointment of Ronald Herbst, Ph.D. as Chief Scientific Officer, effective October 3, 2022. A 28-year industry veteran with a proven track record of scientific leadership in Big Pharma and small publicly traded biotechnology companies, Dr. Herbst joins Biolojic Design as the company is expanding its U.S. operations and advancing more computationally designed, smart antibodies into the clinic.
"Having an accomplished scientist and drug developer of Dr. Herbst's caliber at the helm of our U.S. hub demonstrates our commitment to delivering smart therapeutics to patients," said Yanay Ofran, Ph.D., Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Biolojic Design. "Ron brings an unmatched blend of executive experience, intimate understanding of cancer and immunology, and a proven track record in drug development. He will play an important role in expanding our U.S. operations and realizing our vision of bringing our AI-designed, smart antibodies into the clinic.
"I am thrilled and honored to join the team at Biolojic Design and contribute to the inspiring work that Yanay and his team have been pursuing over the past ten years," said Dr. Herbst. "The ability to computationally redesign human antibodies and give them new, never before seen capabilities can revolutionize the treatment of cancer and immunological diseases. The ingenuity at the core of Biolojic Design brings together the best of the biotech and tech industries. I look forward to working with Yanay and the team at Biolojic Design to shepherd a whole new generation of smart therapeutics."
During his 28-year career in the biopharmaceutical industry, Dr. Herbst has applied his expertise to multiple companies and development opportunities, spanning from early-stage to globally established companies. As CSO at Pyxis Oncology, Dr. Herbst was responsible for building out the company's research team and guiding its transition into a clinical-stage company. During his tenure at Pyxis, the company also completed an initial public offering (IPO) that raised $168 million. Previously, he served as Vice President of Research and Development and Head of Oncology Research at MedImmune, the global biologics research and development arm of AstraZeneca, and under his leadership, the oncology group brought 10 novel targets to the clinic. Dr. Herbst's earlier work at MedImmune focused on the respiratory, inflammation, and autoimmunity areas, where he helped to advance four novel molecules into the clinic. Before joining MedImmune, Dr. Herbst served as Senior Principal Investigator in oncology at DNAX, a Schering-Plough biotechnology subsidiary. After earning his Ph.D. at the Ludwig-Maximilian University of Munich, Dr. Herbst conducted his postdoctoral research in the Department of Biology at Stanford University. Dr. Herbst has (co)-authored more than 100 publications and is co-inventor on 17 pending or granted patents.
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Man saves grandfather, 3 grandkids from fiery car crash
REGISTER, Ga. (WJCL) - A Georgia man was in the right place at the right time to save a grandfather and his three grandchildren after their truck veered off the road and burst into flames.
Grandfather Steven Wild was driving down Georgia Highway 46 when he fell asleep at the wheel, according to the Georgia State Patrol. His F-250 was hauling a dozen cattle in a trailer, and his grandchildren were with him in the truck.
GSP says Wild shifted into the opposite lane and went off the road at an embankment. His truck flipped on its side before bursting into flames.
Shortly after, Sam Pitout and his daughter drove by and spotted the smoke.
“When I first saw the truck, I assumed there were no survivors in it,” Pitout said.
But Pitout quickly jumped into action when he realized that there were four people alive in the burning car.
“I climbed on top and between him [Wild] and I, we were able to pry that driver’s door open maybe about a foot and had three small kids get out,” Pitout said.
Once the children were out, Pitout rescued Wild, as well. Within five minutes, he says the entire truck was engulfed in flames.
“It could’ve been a lot worse. Let’s put it that way. I was just happy everybody made it out,” Pitout said.
Pitout says he doesn’t think he’s a hero but “just an average guy.” He and a friend were able to herd 10 cows back after the crash, but two are still missing.
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BERLIN (AP) — The founder and CEO of the RSG Group of gym outlets, Rainer Schaller, has been confirmed dead after the crash off a small plane off Costa Rica late last month, the company said Friday.
The plane, a nine-seat Italian-made Piaggio P180 Avanti, disappared from radar just off the Central American country’s Caribbean coast on Oct. 21. RSG Group, whose outlets include Gold’s Gym and McFit, confirmed shortly afterward that Schaller, family and friends had been on board.
On Friday, it said in a statement that “today, it is with great dismay that we share the news that Rainer Schaller and his son have been identified as the deceased from the plane crash off the coast of Costa Rica.”
“His life partner, her daughter, our colleague and the pilot, who were also on board, are still among the missing,” it added.
The aircraft disappeared from radar as it was heading to Limon, a resort town on the coast. Costa Rica’s security ministry said the flight had set out from Mexico.
All five passengers were German citizens. The plane’s pilot was Swiss.
Schaller was born in 1969 in the southern German city of Bamberg and set up his first gym in Wuerzburg in 1997. The RSG Group is a conglomerate of 21 fitness, lifestyle and fashion brands that operates in 48 countries and has 41,000 employees, either directly or through franchises.
In 2010, he was in the news as an organizer of the Love Parade techno festival. A mass panic at the event in the German city of Duisburg killed 21 people and injured more than 500. Schaller himself did not face investigation over the disaster, and a trial of people who were accused of planning and security failures was closed without a verdict in 2020. | 2022-11-04T21:52:48+00:00 | upmatters.com | https://www.upmatters.com/news/business/ap-business/ap-german-gym-outlets-ceo-confirmed-dead-after-costa-rica-crash/ |
DENVER, Oct. 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Palantir Technologies Inc. (NYSE: PLTR) today announced that the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) will expand its work with the company to help modernize the agency's approach to food supply chain and resilience through the 21 FORWARD Initiative. Palantir will act as the central operating platform for proactive food supply chain disruption monitoring and crisis response. The contract is worth $22 million.
21 FORWARD, powered by the Palantir platform and a part of the FDA's "New Era of Smarter Food Safety" blueprint, brings together multiple data sources from several government agencies, including the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), to identify areas of the food supply chain where there will likely be disruptions. The Office of Food Policy and Response (OFPR) leads the 21 FORWARD initiative and was established to implement a modernized approach to food safety for both domestically produced and imported foods.
"Now more than ever public health preparedness is central to our security and safety as a nation and we are honored to support our leading institutions with best in class technology to anticipate and plan for these events," said Dr. William Kassler, Chief Medical Officer, Palantir. "By leveraging technology, the FDA is investing in a foundational data-driven approach to improve outcomes for our country."
Launched as a pilot with Palantir in 2020, 21 FORWARD sought to enable users and key stakeholders to dynamically understand and mitigate how domestic COVID-19 incident rates impacted segments of the food system and production — and most recently was leveraged as part of the federal response once infant formula shortage reached a crisis point. The shortage, brought on by the recall of formula, underscored the need for centralization and integration of inter-agency and commercial data sources. Over the past two years and following these two major events, the FDA recognized the real impact a data-driven platform can have and took immediate action to extend this effort.
21 FORWARD now serves as a coordination hub to support decision-makers with the information they need to respond to similar crises. This contract empowers the FDA to address a broader food safety scope and focus not only on crisis response, but also identify and plan preventative measures in the case of food safety events.
Since partnering with Palantir to support 21 FORWARD, the agency has been able to quickly stand up a scalable infrastructure. With the evolving nature of public health supply chains, it was essential that OFPR have an environment for rapid application configuration. In a matter of weeks, the platform was established as the central operating platform on supply chain analytics related to infant formula earlier this year.
Additionally, the FDA will leverage investments it has already made in modernized infrastructure and lead with a cloud-first approach. 21 FORWARD is deployed in the Palantir Federal Cloud Service (PFCS), Palantir Technologies' FedRAMP Moderate cloud environment. The initiative's hosting infrastructure and operations are a managed, standardized, tested, and externally audited Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) platform that scales to meet demand. Palantir is certified compliant with the following industry standards and frameworks to provide the highest levels of security to the FDA, including: SOC 2 Type 2 (Security, Confidentiality, and Availability), FedRAMP (Moderate), and IL6 DoD SRG.
Palantir has deep experience in the public and commercial health sectors and is a proven leader in delivering mission critical software across the public health supply chain.
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To celebrate a world-first regulatory milestone that brings the future of food one step closer to U.S. consumers, UPSIDE is sharing the news with those who will benefit most: chickens
BERKELEY, Calif., Nov. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- To commemorate a groundbreaking regulatory milestone for UPSIDE Foods and for the future of food, UPSIDE Foods founder and CEO Uma Valeti published an open letter in today's New York Times to those who will benefit most from the news: chickens. UPSIDE Foods is the leading cultivated meat, poultry, and seafood company and grows delicious meat directly from animal cells.
Valeti — a trained cardiologist and life-long animal lover — addressed the chickens of the world in their native bawk-filled language. He announced that UPSIDE Foods is the first company in the world to receive a "No Questions" letter from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). This means that after a rigorous evaluation, FDA has accepted UPSIDE's safety conclusion. UPSIDE's first product will be a chicken filet, and it will be available following USDA inspection and label approval. "The affirmation from FDA is a watershed moment in the history of food," says Valeti, "and an even bigger moment for chickenkind."
In the Times open letter, Valeti wrote, "In the future, we might be eating just as much meat as we always have. But a lot fewer animals are going to have to suffer for it. We wanted you, the chickens of the world, to be the first to know. And we hope it brings a smile to your beaks." Read the full English translation at upsidechickenletter.com.
UPSIDE Foods selected chicken as its first commercial offering because it's the most commonly eaten meat in the U.S. and is quickly becoming the meat of choice for consumers around the world. Every year, Americans consume an estimated 8 billion chickens — or roughly 100 pounds per person — a number that has doubled since the 1970s. This growth in demand has been accompanied by an exponential increase in high-intensity industrial chicken farming resulting in more animal suffering.
UPSIDE Foods' chicken is cultivated directly from animal cells. It's not vegan or vegetarian – it's delicious meat, made without the need to raise and slaughter billions of chickens. In fact, at full commercial scale, UPSIDE could use a small amount of animal cells to cultivate the same amount of poultry meat that could come from hundreds of thousands of traditionally farmed birds.
In regulatory terms, UPSIDE's "No Questions" letter marks a major step towards a new era in meat production where Americans will soon have the opportunity to buy delicious chicken that's grown directly from animal cells.
On top of all this, it's projected that cultivated meat production at scale will use less water and land than conventionally-produced meat. And because it's made in a controlled environment subject to high standards of testing for safety and quality control, it has the potential to help reduce the risk of harmful bacterial contamination.
This announcement comes after a series of milestones as UPSIDE Foods approaches commercialization, including a $400M Series C placing their valuation at over $1 billion, the acquisition of cultivated seafood company Cultured Decadence, a partnership with three-Michelin starred chef Dominique Crenn, and the opening of its Engineering, Production, and Innovation Center (EPIC), one of the world's most advanced cultivated meat production facilities. Next, UPSIDE Foods will continue to work with the USDA's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) to secure the remaining approvals that are required before UPSIDE Foods' cultivated chicken can be sold to consumers. More details on the timing of the launch will follow.
About UPSIDE Foods
Based in Berkeley, CA, UPSIDE Foods grows meat, poultry and seafood directly from animal cells. These products are not vegan or vegetarian—they are delicious meat, made without the need to raise and slaughter billions of animals. Founded as the world's first cultivated meat company in 2015, UPSIDE Foods has achieved numerous industry-defining milestones, including being the first company to produce multiple species of meat (beef, chicken and duck). The company believes that people shouldn't have to choose between the foods they love and a thriving planet, and is working to build a better food system with access to delicious, humane, and sustainable meat, poultry, and seafood. UPSIDE Foods has won various industry awards, including New York Times' Good Tech Awards, FastCo's Next Big Thing in Tech, and the Best and Brightest Companies to Work For in the Nation by the National Association for Business Resources. UPSIDE Foods has raised a total of $608 million, including from the Abu Dhabi Growth Fund (ADG), Baillie Gifford, Bill Gates, Cargill, Future Ventures, John Doerr, John Mackey, Kimbal and Christiana Musk, Future Ventures, Norwest, Richard Branson, Softbank, Temasek, Threshold, Tyson Foods, and others. For more information, please visit www.upsidefoods.com.
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WS Development is increasing its Wilmette presence with the purchase of the Plaza del Lago shopping center.
Following January’s announcement that it had acquired Wilmette’s Edens Plaza Shopping Center, WS Development, the Massachusetts-based real estate developer, announced June 16 it has now obtained the approximate 100,000 square foot Plaza del Lago outdoor shopping center.
Located in the 1500 block of Sheridan Road, Plaza del Lago opened in the 1920s. Featuring Spanish-style architecture, the shopping center is the home to a Jewel-Osco supermarket and many other retail outlets.
“We are thrilled to expand our footprint in Wilmette, Illinois with Plaza del Lago,” WS Development President Samantha David said in a statement. “It’s rare you find a place with such history and innate charm. We look forward to working with the community and the Village of Wilmette to ensure that Plaza del Lago remains an iconic community landmark for decades to come.”
Wilmette officials warmly greeted the WS announcement.
“We are thrilled that WS Properties has purchased the shopping center,” Village Manager Michael Braiman wrote in an email. “They have the proven experience with similar open air shopping centers to revitalize the plaza and ensure it remains a destination for shoppers and diners in the North Shore.”
Braiman wrote WS Development purchased Plaza del Lago from Indianapolis-based Kite Realty Group. The shopping center was acquired in Jan. 2018 by Retail Properties of America, which last year merged with Kite.
Braiman added there are not any plans for renovations at the shopping center at this time.
In its statement, WS said it now has greater than 100 mixed-use properties across the country.
Over at Edens Plaza, preparations continue toward Wayfair, the Boston-based retailer, is poised to start operations in the building once occupied by the Carson’s department store, which closed in 2018.
A WS spokeswoman anticipated a mid-2023 opening for Wayfair.
Daniel I. Dorfman is a freelance reporter with Pioneer Press. | 2022-06-28T17:50:29+00:00 | chicagotribune.com | https://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/wilmette/ct-shopping-center-purchased-tl-0630-20220628-ippcjkkypra67ilnldvj4tergi-story.html |
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — The southbound lanes of Interstate 77 in south Charlotte will be closed for an indefinite amount of time due to a deadly helicopter crash involving a WBTV news chopper, authorities said Tuesday.
The crash happened around noon, just off the southbound side of I-77 between Tyvola Road and Nations Ford Road. Charlotte-Mecklenburg police blocked access to I-77 Tuesday while crews investigated the crash and secured the scene. Two people were pronounced dead at the scene.
I-77 lane closures in Charlotte
I-77 south is closed between Tyvola Road and Arrowood Road. Drivers cannot access the highway in this area until further notice. All southbound drivers are being diverted from I-77 at Tyvola Road. Drivers can follow Tyvola to either South Tryon Street or South Boulevard to access I-485 and eventually I-77.
Shortly before 4:30 p.m., CMPD said it would be reopening two lanes on I-77 south.
"I don't anticipate that opening anytime soon," CMPD Chief Johnny Jennings said. "Avoid the area. If that's a route to your destination, please avoid it at all costs if possible."
Jennings said he anticipates the I-77 closure to last through rush hour and possibly overnight. He said crews could open a lane or two to allow traffic to flow if the investigation allows it.
I-77 detours
To avoid the crash site, I-77 southbound drivers should take Exit 13A for Interstate 85 southbound. After 8 miles, drivers should take Exit 30A for Interstate 485 outer loop. Drivers will follow that for 10 miles, where they can rejoin I-77 near the South Carolina state line.
Northbound I-77 drivers from South Carolina can take Exit 1B for the inner loop of I-485. After 10 miles, drivers can take Exit 10 for I-86 northbound. After 8 miles, drivers can rejoin I-77.
Drivers should anticipate very slow commutes as secondary roads are overflowing with traffic. These routes include Nations Ford Road, Tryon Street, South Boulevard, Woodlawn Road, Clanton Road and Old Pineville Road.
How to access Charlotte Douglas International Airport
Drivers can get to Charlotte Douglas by taking Interstate 85 to Billy Graham Parkway. You can follow Billy Graham to the exit for the airport and directly to airport parking.
Drivers can get to the airport from Woodlawn Road at I-77, but there is significant traffic in the area due to the interstate closure.
Heading to Rock Hill, Fort Mill, Columbia and other destinations in SC
To avoid the crash site, I-77 southbound drivers should take Exit 13A for Interstate 85 southbound. After 8 miles, drivers should take Exit 30A for Interstate 485 outer loop. Drivers will follow that for 10 miles, where they can rejoin I-77 near the South Carolina state line.
Crash investigation
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) will investigate the cause of the crash.
While specifics have not yet been released, the NTSB has a standard process it typically follows in the aftermath of an aviation crash.
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