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Penn State’s Carter among impactful frosh for Nittany Lions
By TRAVIS JOHNSON
Associated Press
STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) — Freshman linebacker Abdul Carter has already made a big impact for No. 11 Penn State. For a team that’s been fueled by freshman running backs Kaytron Allen and Nick Singleton on offense, Carter is one of a handful of rookies who have emerged in Manny Diaz’s deep defense. Singleton’s 10 rushing touchdowns are the most by a freshman in program history, two more than the previous mark. Combined, Allen and Singletown have rushed for 1,432 yards and fellow freshmen Dani Dennis-Sutton and Zane Durant have also contributed more on defense as the season’s worn on.
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2022-11-16T00:56:57+00:00
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kyma.com
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https://kyma.com/sports/ap-sports/2022/11/15/penn-states-carter-among-impactful-frosh-for-nittany-lions/
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NEW YORK, Aug. 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- InvestorsObserver issues critical PriceWatch Alerts for U, OXY, MSFT, BABA, and AMD.
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2022-08-09T14:51:35+00:00
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kmvt.com
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https://www.kmvt.com/prnewswire/2022/08/09/thinking-about-trading-options-or-stock-unity-software-occidental-petroleum-microsoft-alibaba-or-advanced-micro-devices/
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Epson ColorWorks and BarTender by Seagull Scientific Software Deliver Streamlined Label Management to Provide Accurate, Consistent and Durable GHS Labels for Polysciences
LOS ALAMITOS, Calif., Dec. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Legally compliant Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals (GHS) labeling requires a precise number of unique red icons per each formulation. Polysciences, a global manufacturer of specialty chemical materials for industrial, consumer, academic research, and biotechnology applications, prints 1,000 to 3,000 product labels per day and needed a comprehensive and compliant labeling solution that meets GHS requirements. To help ensure high-quality, accurate, consistent, and durable labels, they turned to Epson ColorWorks® on-demand color label printers.
After using a "two ribbon" thermal transfer printing system, Polysciences' label production manager, Kim Doherty, recognized they were spending entirely too much time compensating for the inefficiencies of their label data management and printing system. Thermal transfer printers required precise setup and registration and frequently encountered misalignment of red and black text, broken characters and illegible small fonts. With a backend makeover designed to eliminate disconnected databases, Integrated Productivity Systems (IPSi) helped Polysciences revamp its label management system to include ColorWorks C6500A color label printers and BarTender enterprise label software.
"The waste with the thermal label printer was tremendous – in terms of materials, consumables and time spent. It is a vast improvement to have a printer that does not require ribbon changes or manual adjustments of print heads by way of a screwdriver," said Doherty. "We expect we will save between 350 to 400 man-hours over the course of a year by using the ColorWorks over the thermal transfer printers due to the automation and ease of use."
Polysciences worked with Rick Schilling, owner of IPSi, to integrate the new labeling solution. "It's really quite simple – people enjoy not having to deal with issues when it comes to workflow and technology," said Schilling. "The potential of a system that works in the businesses' favor to make it easier for people to do their job should not be understated."
Durable labels are critical in the chemical industry. The labels must withstand harsh conditions including freezing temperatures and chemical exposure. Before switching to the Epson ColorWorks printers, Doherty and her team evaluated the printer and put the Epson labels to the ultimate durability test by exposing them to chemicals and more than two months in a CRYO freezer. "Nothing we did compromised the quality of the print on the label," noted Doherty.
Polysciences has over 4,000 SKUs, all of which require very small 3- or 4-point fonts and color icons included on labels. For its contract packaging operations, labels must have precise color matching and branding information. With the ColorWorks color label printers and BarTender software, Polysciences cut its label inventory from 10 sizes to just four and now only requires six or seven BarTender Intelligent label templates. "The impact has been felt across the departments," said LeeAnn Everitt, director of business technology, Polysciences.
"Legacy monochrome printers are simply not suitable to meet today's GHS labeling needs," said Andy Scherz, senior product manager, Commercial Labels, Epson America, Inc. "ColorWorks printers enable companies like Polysciences to generate high-definition color labels on-demand at an advantageous cost per label, which can improve operational efficiency and reducie label waste."
A full case study on Polysciences' use of ColorWorks can be found here. For additional information about Epson's ColorWorks color label printers, visit www.epson.com/colorworks.
About ColorWorks
Epson's ColorWorks desktop color label printers are designed for businesses that require the flexibility of on-demand, color label printing in-house, helping to increase productivity and eliminate the costs and waste associated with pre-printed labels. The ColorWorks line is used by a range of businesses for applications for color labels: GHS-compliant labels, healthcare, pharmacy, retail, food and beverage, industrial labels, and more. For more information, visit www.epson.com/colorworks.
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Epson is a global technology leader whose philosophy of efficient, compact and precise innovation enriches lives and helps create a better world. The company is focused on solving societal issues through innovations in home and office printing, commercial and industrial printing, manufacturing, visual and lifestyle. Epson's goal is to become carbon negative and eliminate use of exhaustible underground resources such as oil and metal by 2050.
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2022-12-06T09:11:35+00:00
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wymt.com
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https://www.wymt.com/prnewswire/2022/12/06/polysciences-installs-epson-colorworks-on-demand-printers-ghs-labeling/
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Amid a renewed push for answers, archeologists planned to resume digging Tuesday at the remote site of a former Native American boarding school in central Nebraska, searching for the remains of children who died there decades ago.
The search for a hidden cemetery near the former Genoa Indian Industrial School in Nebraska gained renewed interest after the discovery of hundreds of children’s remains at Native American boarding school sites in the U.S. and Canada since 2021, said Dave Williams, the state's archeologist who's digging at the site with teammates this week.
The team hadn't found any remains by Monday afternoon, but the dig had only just begun.
“Where is the cemetery and how many people are buried there? It's the big question that's hanging in the air,” said Alyce Tejral, a board member of the nearby Genoa U.S. Indian School Foundation Museum.
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Genoa was part of a national system of more than 400 Native American boarding schools that attempted to assimilate Indigenous people into white culture by separating children from their families, cutting them off from their heritage and inflicting physical and emotional abuse.
Judi gaiashkibos, the executive director of the Nebraska Commission on Indian Affairs, whose mother attended the school in the late 1920s, has been involved in the cemetery effort for years. She said it’s difficult to spend time in the community where many Native Americans suffered, but the vital search can help with healing and bringing the children’s voices to the surface.
Williams, the archeologist, said finding the location of the cemetery and the burials contained within it may provide some peace and comfort to people who have suffered a long period of not knowing exactly what happened to their relatives who were sent to boarding schools and never came home.
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The school, about 90 miles (145 kilometers) west of Omaha, opened in 1884 and at its height was home to nearly 600 students from more than 40 tribes across the country. It closed in 1931 and most buildings were long ago demolished.
Newspaper clippings, records and a student’s letter indicate at least 86 students died at the school, usually due to diseases such as tuberculosis and typhoid, but at least one death was blamed on an accidental shooting.
Researchers identified 49 of the children killed but have not been able to find names for 37 students. The bodies of some of those children were returned to their homes but others are believed to have been buried on the school grounds at a location long forgotten.
As part of an effort to find the cemetery, last summer dogs trained to detect the faint odor of decaying remains searched the area and signaled they had found a burial site in a narrow piece of land bordered by a farm field, railroad tracks and a canal.
A team using ground-penetrating radar last November also showed an area that was consistent with graves, but there will be no guarantees until researchers finish digging into the ground, Williams said.
The process is expected to take several days.
If the dig reveals human remains, the State Archeology Office will continue to work with the Nebraska Commission on Indian Affairs in deciding what’s next. They could rebury the remains in the field and create a memorial or exhume and return the bodies to tribes.
Last year, the U.S. Interior Department — led by Secretary Deb Haaland, a member of Laguna Pueblo in New Mexico and the first Native American Cabinet secretary — released a first-of-its-kind report that named hundreds of schools the federal government supported to strip Native Americans of their cultures and identities.
At least 500 children died at some of the schools, but that number is expected to reach into the thousands or tens of thousands as research continues.
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Ahmed reported from Minneapolis. Scott McFetridge contributed from Des Moines, Iowa.
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2023-07-11T17:04:17+00:00
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nbcchicago.com
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https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/national-international/search-for-childrens-remains-continues-at-former-native-american-assimilation-school-in-nebraska/3184018/
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Chicago's kicking off the weekend with blue skies, lots of sunshine and a cool breeze.
After a wet and gloomy day, Saturday does a complete turnaround with mostly sunny skies, less humid and highs in the mid-70s to low 80s, though cooler by the lakefront.
The breeze coming in from Lake Michigan, however, is expected to bring 3-6-foot waves, according to the NBC 5 Storm Team.
Sunday will likely be similar with sunny skies, though the lake breeze might not stretch as far inland, causing slightly warmer highs in the mid-80s.
The next chance for rain is Monday to start the work week, with some scattered showers expected in the morning and heavier storms arriving in the evening, meteorologists predict.
The Chicago area should remain dry from Tuesday into next weekend, with partly sunny skies on tap throughout the week.
After temperatures are expected to reach around 90 degrees Monday, a slight cool down into the 80s should follow through Thursday until creeping back up to 90 on Friday.
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2022-07-09T13:51:12+00:00
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nbcchicago.com
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https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/chicago-forecast-mostly-sunny-breezy-and-less-humid/2877516/
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The 2023 Wells Fargo Championship Odds & Preview: Xander Schauffele
The 2023 Wells Fargo Championship in Charlotte, North Carolina at Quail Hollow Club from May 4- 7 will feature Xander Schauffele as part of the field, as the golfers take on the par-71, 7,538-yard course, with a purse of $20,000,000.00 on offer.
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Xander Schauffele Insights
- Schauffele has finished under par 14 times and posted 15 rounds with a better-than-average score over his last 20 rounds.
- He has recorded a top-five score three times and a top-10 score six times in his last 20 rounds.
- Over his last 20 rounds, Schauffele has finished within three strokes of the best score of the round five times, and within five strokes of the top score of the day on 10 occasions.
- Schauffele has finished in the top 10 twice in his past five tournaments, and as high as the top five in one.
- Schauffele has finished within three shots of the leader in one of his past five tournaments. During that same span, he's posted a better-than-average score three times.
- Schauffele has a top-20 finish in three consecutive tournaments.
- Schauffele hopes to make the cut for the ninth straight time.
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Wells Fargo Championship Insights and Stats
- In Schauffele's previous three appearances at this tournament, he has finished in the top 20 once. His average finish has been 37th.
- In his last three attempts at this event, he's made the cut every time.
- Schauffele last competed at this event in 2021 and finished 14th.
- The Tour has played courses with an average length of 7,295 yards in the past year, while Quail Hollow Club is set for a longer 7,538 yards.
- Players have recorded 69.75 strokes per round and an average score of -5 in the past year on the Tour. Events hosted on this course have a higher scoring average of -1.
- The average course Schauffele has played i the last year (7,333 yards) is 205 yards shorter than the course he'll be playing this week (7,538).
- Events he has played in the past year have seen players average a score of -4. That's lower than this course, which has a scoring average of -1.
Schauffele's Last Time Out
- Schauffele finished in the 46th percentile on the 16 par-3 holes at the RBC Heritage, with an average of par.
- He shot well to finish in the 92nd percentile on par 4s at the RBC Heritage, averaging 3.82 strokes on those 44 holes.
- Schauffele was better than 85% of the field at the RBC Heritage on the tournament's 12 par-5 holes, averaging 4.42 strokes per hole compared to the field average, which was 4.63.
- Schauffele carded a birdie or better on three of 16 par-3s at the RBC Heritage (the other competitors averaged 1.5).
- On the 16 par-3s at the RBC Heritage, Schauffele had three bogeys or worse (more than the tournament average of two).
- Schauffele had more birdies or better (11) than the field average of 6.2 on the 44 par-4s at the RBC Heritage.
- At that last tournament, Schauffele's showing on the 44 par-4s included a bogey or worse three times (the field's average was worse, at 5.1).
- Schauffele ended the RBC Heritage carding a birdie or better on six par-5 holes, while the field averaged 3.8 on the 12 par-5s.
- The field at the RBC Heritage averaged 0.7 bogeys or worse on the 12 par-5s, but Schauffele finished without one.
Wells Fargo Championship Time and Date Info
- Date: May 4- 7, 2023
- Course: Quail Hollow Club
- Location: Charlotte, North Carolina
- Par: 71 / 7,538 yards
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2023-05-02T18:40:21+00:00
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wbrc.com
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https://www.wbrc.com/sports/betting/2023/05/06/xander-schauffele-wells-fargo-championship-pga-odds/
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What IHSAA sectional shuffle means for Bloomington-area schools
The sectional square dance is going to be getting some new partners next fall and winter.
While Edgewood's football team, in rising to Class 4A, expected to find itself in a new setting, Bloomington North and South were also tossed into new lineups in basketball and football, while soccer also got a new visitor from up north.
Lighthouse Christian will also see some changes as will Eastern Greene.
Here's a look at what the IHSAA's changes mean:
Class 4A basketball/volleyball
Ever since class sports arrived in 1998, Bloomington and Columbus have been sectional foes in boys' and girls' basketball. Some of the teams around them have changed, Martinsville and East Central for two years, then Center Grove and Greenwood for two. Franklin and East Central for one, then East Central. Shelbyville was there from 2004-7 and 2012-19.
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On the boys' side, it was a raw deal for the non-Bloomington schools with North and South swallowing up all but two sectional titles in 25 years (East Central in 2008, Columbus North in 2013). On the girls' side, there's been far more parity. Sectional 14 has been won by nine different schools and by North and South just six times.
Now, North, South and Martinsville have been paired up with Center Grove and Greenwood again, along with Mooresville in a new Sectional 13.
During the class era, Center Grove has won just five titles, Greenwood two and Mooresville just one (1998). The Mooresville girls have won six Sectional 12 titles and five in Sectional 13; Center Grove has won six class-era sectionals.
"There's always been talk of East Central getting out because of the distance," South boys' coach J.R. Holmes said. "But I surprised they went the route they went. I heard they were going to shake things up, but I didn't know how.
"It makes it a little tough. It's always been tough, but now it's tougher."
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And that's certainly the case in volleyball. North and South now go from butting heads with Columbus East (12 class era sectional titles) to Center Grove, which has won 21 since 1998. Greenwood and Columbus North have never won a sectional title, Mooresville's drought goes back in 1998.
"I haven't had time to wrap my mind around (the changes," North volleyball coach Disney Bronnenberg said. "But I don't know if it changes our outlook. I think it's exciting tossing the sheets and moving us around a little bit."
The new Sectional 14 includes Columbus East, Columbus North, East Central, Franklin Community, Shelbyville and Whiteland. No changes were made to sectionals 15 and 16.
Area football reset
All kinds of changes took place at the Class 4A football level as expected, but the IHSAA also altered things in 5A.
Edgewood is now grouped with schools mostly from the southeast: Bedford North Lawrence (4-6 last year), East Central (10-3), Greenwood (2-8), Jennings County (1-9), Martinsville (7-5), Shelbyville (1-6) and Silver Creek (5-4).
Most of them play 4A-5A-6A heavy schedules except for Silver Creek (just 5A Floyd Central), East Central (two 4As, plus two Ohio schools) and Edgewood (two 4As, Indianapolis Washington and Northview).
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In 5A, North and South are no longer tethered to foes 110 miles away on I-69, now paired up with Columbus East and Seymour in Sectional 15. The Olympians are now on North's schedule in Week 7 while South has added Seymour on Week 9 and will open with Columbus East starting in 2023.
"I think it's really exciting to have a new lineup," North coach Scott Bless said. "I think since we've gone to six classes, we've had a different lineup every two years.
"From a geographical standpoint, it makes a lot of sense."
Castle and Evansville North have now been paired with New Albany and Floyd Central, with Jeffersonville moved up to 6A and placed with Center Grove, Franklin Central and Columbus North.
The other southern 5A sectionals are (14): Franklin, Terre Haute North, Terre Haute South and Whiteland; and (13) Decatur Central, McCutcheon, Plainfield and West Lafayette.
In 1A, Sectional 48, Eastern Greene saw Providence and South Spencer added to the field with North Daviess, Rock Creek, Springs Valley, Tecumseh and West Washington. North Central was moved to a sectional up north with Cloverdale and Dugger (Union), while Perry Central went up to 2A.
In 3A, Owen Valley's sectional replaced Sullivan, Edgewood and Brown County with powerhouse Gibson Southern, Mt. Vernon (Posey) and West Vigo. In 2A, Linton, North Knox and Sullivan were moved to a more northerly sectional with Cascade, Greencastle, North Putnam, South Vermillion and Southmont. Brown County is in a southeastern sectional with Brownstown.
More basketball/volleyball
Indian Creek has been added to the 3A Sectional 26 lineup that includes Edgewood with Brownstown dropping to 2A. Christian House and Purdue Polytechnical (in 2023-24) are additions to Sectional 28 where IC was located.
In 2A for Eastern Greene, its boys' basketball sectional includes Eastern Greene, Linton, Mitchell, North Knox, Paoli, South Knox and Sullivan. The girls' basketball sectional has the same teams plus North Daviess. And in volleyball, the lineup is Eastern Greene, Linton, North Daviess, North Knox, South Knox, Sullivan
And in 1A, Union Dugger's addition to Sectional 57 where Lighthouse Christian competes in basketball, means Eminence is being moved to a more Indy-area all-private school sectional. LCA's volleyball team is also being moved to Sectional 57 with the same mix as the basketball sectionals.
Soccer changes
North and South boys and girls soccer teams have both had Center Grove added to their Sectional 14 lineup, with Bedford North Lawrence moved south to Sectional 15 and Northview dropped to 2A. That also leaves Terre Haute North, Terre Haute South and Martinsville.
North or South boys have won 15 of the last 16 sectional titles in the area while a Bloomington team has won a sectional title the last 22 years.
In 2A boys, Edgewood's Sectional 29 now includes Brown County, Greencastle, Indian Creek, Northview, Owen Valley, South Vermillion and West Vigo. The 2A girls Sectional 29 has Edgewood, Indian Creek, Monrovia, Northview, Owen Valley and West Vigo.
And in 1A, Lighthouse Christian's squad has been placed in a rebuilt Sectional 43 with Bloomfield, Eminence, Greenwood Christian Academy and White River Valley.
Contact Jim Gordillo at jgordillo@heraldt.com and follow on Twitter @JimGordillo.
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2022-05-05T17:27:58+00:00
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heraldtimesonline.com
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https://www.heraldtimesonline.com/story/sports/2022/05/05/high-school-sports-ihsaa-class-section-changes-schools-bloomington-indiana/9637900002/
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Register to virtually attend the Zephyr Developer Summit on June 27-30
SAN FRANCISCO , June 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the Zephyr® Project announced that Analog Devices (ADI) has joined as a Platinum member as well as Arudino and Technology Innovation Institute (TII) as Silver members. Zephyr, an open source project at the Linux Foundation that builds a secure, connected and flexible RTOS for future-proof and resource-constrained devices, is easy to deploy and manage. It is a proven RTOS ecosystem created by developers for developers.
The project recently achieved several milestones including surpassing 80,000 commits since it was released in open source in 2015. This is an average of almost 2 commits per hour, which was made recently by 490 individuals, including 166 first-timers, who contributed to the 3.4 release. Zephyr RTOS supports over 450 boards running embedded microcontrollers from Arm and RISC-V to Tensilica, NIOS, ARC and x86 as single and multicore systems.
"The Zephyr Project brings together a diverse community of developers, engineers and experts at all levels to make an industry-supported solution they can trust for the lifecycle of their products," said Kate Stewart, Vice President of Dependable Embedded Systems. "Our focus on integrating key technologies and the fact that it is backed by a complete ecosystem, have made it an ideal platform for rapid time to market products."
A few products that are powered by Zephyr include:
- CuteCircuit's Soundshirt is a wearable device that brings music and media to life in a way that can be felt physically, in real-time and on the body in a tactile language unique to each piece of music, cinema, games, or VR experiences. This opens new and diverse ways of enjoying media of many kinds. Soundshirt was named one of Time's Best Inventions.
- Lilbit is a leading provider of pet trackers, which is a lightweight device that attaches to the collar and pairs with a smartphone. Lildog and Lilcat show you how your dog(s) and cat(s) are doing in their environments. Not only do they track location in real time, but they also check temperature, sleep patterns, activity level and eating habits.
- SODAQ TRACK Solar is an innovative asset tracking device, specifically engineered to withstand demanding industrial environments. This device is designed to provide a wide range of readings and data points, making it easier for you to connect assets online and manage them effectively. With TRACK Solar, you are in control of your supply chain. Its use cases include Ground Support Equipment and Unit Load Devices.
A Growing Community
Zephyr RTOS has a growing set of software libraries that can be used across various applications and industry sectors such as Industrial IoT, wearables, machine learning and more. It is built with an emphasis on broad chipset support, security, dependability, long-term support releases and a growing open source ecosystem.
ADI joins other Platinum members including Antmicro, Baumer, Google, Intel, Meta, Nordic Semiconductor, NXP, Oticon, Qualcomm Innovation Center and T-Mobile. Rob Oshana, Senior Vice President of Engineering and Solutions at ADI, will join the Governing Board.
"At ADI, we are proud to support the Zephyr Project and join the vibrant ecosystem they have cultivated," said Rob Oshana, Senior Vice President of Software Engineering Solutions at ADI. "Embedded software plays a pivotal role in delivering industry-leading digital products to our customer base, which exceeds 125,000 across new and emerging markets. By contributing to Zephyr, we continue to show our commitment to the open source community and to our customers."
Arduino and TII join AVSystem, BayLibre, Blues, Golioth, Infineon, IRNAS, Laird Connectivity, Linaro, Memfault, Parasoft, Percepio, SiFive, Silicon Labs, Sternum, Synopsys, Texas Instruments and Wind River as Silver members.
"Arduino is proud to support the Zephyr Project and join the remarkable community," said Fabio Violante, CEO of Arduino. "It has been exciting to watch the project emerge as a powerful open source RTOS. We believe that Zephyr OS is a truly special project that will play a significant role in the Arduino ecosystem and will be a big priority for us."
"The Technology Innovation Institute's strategic collaboration with Zephyr RTOS is a significant stride towards our mission of developing innovative, secure, and resilient embedded systems and networks," said Dr. Shreekant (Ticky) Thakkar, Chief Research Officer at the Secure Systems Research Center at TII. "We tackle challenges such as vulnerability testing in real-world environments, runtime assurance, and meeting power and performance requirements and are dedicated to developing a zero-trust-based, secure, resilient, and autonomous system for embedded network interactions. By joining the Zephyr Project, we aim to weave a robust security layer into vital software components."
The 3.4. Release
This new release is a testimony to Zephyr's increased adoption for a wide range of applications. Several companies are already using Zephyr for building embedded controllers—microcontroller-powered applications that support a computer in handling low-level system tasks—and some of the enhancements in 3.4 are helping streamline efforts in this area. For example, Zephyr 3.4 is adding new APIs and driver implementations to interact with NVMe disks, SMBus peripherals, and real-time clocks in a uniform way.
Zephyr 3.4 also introduces several improvements to its built-in testing framework (Twister) that make it possible to write more comprehensive tests than in previous versions. Developers can now use popular third-party testing frameworks such as pyTest, GoogleTest, and RobotFramework to write end-to-end tests running on real or emulated hardware, and potentially connecting to e.g. IoT servers.
Support for 30+ new boards has been added, including: BeagleBoard Freedom Connect, Arduino GIGA R1, or Wio Terminal, and dozens of new drivers have also been added, from environmental sensors to audio DSPs and on-board SoC peripherals. Learn more on the Zephyr blog.
Zephyr Developer Summit
The Zephyr community will be at the Zephyr Developer Summit, which takes place on June 27-30 in Prague, Czech Republic, and virtually as part of the first-ever Embedded Open Source Summit (EOSS). Launched in 2021, the annual Zephyr Developer Summit is for developers using or considering Zephyr RTOS in embedded products. While the in-person attendance has sold out, it is still possible to register virtually and attend one of the 75+ sessions focused on Zephyr's technical details, products that leverage the RTOS and the ecosystem. Check out the complete schedule here.
Virtual attendance costs US $50. Register here.
Embedded Open Source Summit could not be possible without the support of all of the sponsors. The Zephyr Project would like to specifically thank member companies such as Antmicro, Google, Intel and Meta for being Diamond sponsors; Blues and NXP for being Gold sponsors; Analog Devices and Nordic Semiconductor for being Silver sponsors; and AVSystem, Golioth, Memfault and Sternum for being Bronze sponsors.
About the Zephyr Project
The Zephyr® Project is an open source, scalable real-time operating system (RTOS) supporting multiple hardware architectures. To learn more, please visit www.zephyrproject.org.
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2023-06-20T14:36:41+00:00
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kalb.com
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https://www.kalb.com/prnewswire/2023/06/20/zephyr-project-welcomes-analog-devices-arduino-technology-innovation-institute-new-members-it-launches-34-release/
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DARRINGTON, Wash. (AP) — The U.S. Forest Service has given the green light to install new seismometers on Glacier Peak, classified as one of the most dangerous volcanoes in the United States.
There’s only one monitor there now, according to federal agencies. More early warning sensors could provide precious time to evacuate, the Everett Herald reported.
The U.S. Forest Service determined the project would have no significant impact on the environment. Two groups opposed the use of helicopters in a wilderness area. The Forest Service considered a “full range of alternatives” in making the decision to move forward. Crews carry equipment in backpacks, cutting down on flight time.
The U.S. Geological Survey can start installing four new monitors and upgrade the old one, as part of a 30-year special use permit. Government officials estimate the GPS stations could detect eight times as many earthquakes.
The seismometers could be installed as soon as this summer. But the work might not happen until at least next year, according to USGS.
Glacier Peak is one of the region’s most active volcanoes. About 13,000 years ago, the volcano blew off five times as much rock as the 1980 explosion of Mount St. Helens.
The Forest Service estimates 11,000 people visit the Glacier Peak Wilderness annually.
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2022-07-06T20:45:32+00:00
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knkx.org
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https://www.knkx.org/environment/2022-07-06/forest-service-green-lights-new-monitors-on-glacier-peak
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Pennsylvania Democratic Senate nominee John Fetterman is expected to get a boost from President Biden and former President Obama just two weeks from the midterms.
A senior Pennsylvania Democrat told The Hill Biden and Obama will stump for Fetterman and Democratic gubernatorial nominee Josh Shapiro on Nov. 5.
Axios was the first to report on the visits.
Fetterman is competing against Republican nominee Mehmet Oz, a celebrity doctor, in a Senate race that’s tightened recently and will play an influential role in the power balance of the upper chamber.
A CNN poll released on Monday shows Fetterman, the state’s lieutenant governor, with the edge, earning 51 percent of support among likely voters surveyed to Oz’s 45 percent.
Updated at 6:34 p.m.
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2022-10-27T16:26:48+00:00
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upmatters.com
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https://www.upmatters.com/hill-politics/obama-biden-to-campaign-for-fetterman-in-pennsylvania/
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2022-10-05T06:13:32+00:00
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lancasteronline.com
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https://lancasteronline.com/obituaries/deaths/deaths-reported-for-oct-05-2022/article_762a90b6-823e-58ef-a576-1d98f285ae94.html
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Certified B Corp Best for the World™ company offers 10% off sitewide, including up to $880 off mattresses.
LOS ANGELES, Oct. 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The holidays start early with Avocado Green Mattress. The makers of certified organic and eco-luxury products launched an epic holiday sale early with 10 percent off sitewide, with huge savings on certified organic mattresses, sustainable wood bed frames, adjustable bases, organic certified sheets and pillows, luxurious robes and pajamas, and clean skin + body products. Customers can even buy now and pay later, with up to 0% APR through Affirm.
This holiday, customers can give gifts with purpose. As part of Avocado's partnership with 1% For the Planet, they'll donate 1% of revenues during the Holiday Sale and beyond to Protect Our Winters, a nonprofit dedicated to safeguarding the outdoors from climate change.
And the savings are unprecedented. Customers can save up to $880 on Avocado's top-rated certified organic mattresses. Using code SAVE10 at AvocadoMattress.com, shoppers will get 10% off the Organic Green Mattress, Organic Luxury Mattress, crib mattresses, and the radically affordable Eco Organic Mattress. Using the same code, shoppers can also save up to $340 on bed frames, including solid wood frames handcrafted in Avocado's own sustainable woodshop, or adjustable bases that quietly glide into the most restful, supportive position.
Shoppers will save 10% on bedding, which covers luxurious, naturally breathable, sheets, duvet covers, and pillowcases made with GOTS certified organic linen, cotton, and hemp. The SAVE10 code is also good for 10% savings on all pillows, toppers, dog beds, and bath products.
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2022-10-27T15:36:01+00:00
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wlbt.com
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https://www.wlbt.com/prnewswire/2022/10/27/happy-holidays-avocado-launches-its-biggest-sale-ever/
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LOS ANGELES (AP) — In 2024, control of the U.S. House could hinge on congressional districts in one famously liberal state: California.
Command of the narrowly divided chamber will again be in play next year, and leaders in both parties agree on this much: The outcome in a string of contested California districts will be critical in determining the balance of power, after the state played a pivotal role in securing the gavel for Republicans in 2022 and installing Rep. Kevin McCarthy of Bakersfield as speaker.
The decisive fight for the House “will run through California,” predicts Rep. Pete Aguilar, the third-ranking Democrat in the chamber, who lives in Redlands, east of Los Angeles. North Carolina Rep. Richard Hudson, who heads the House Republican campaign arm, is bullish about gaining ground, even in a state known as a Democratic monolith.
“I think we can actually pick up seats in California,” said Hudson, chair of the National Republican Congressional Committee.
The 10 competitive House districts belie California’s reputation as a liberal protectorate — Democrats hold every statewide office, dominate the Legislature and congressional delegation and outnumber registered Republicans statewide by a staggering 2-1 ratio.
Still, Republicans retain pockets of political clout in the Southern California suburbs and the state’s vast rural stretches, including the Central Valley farm belt, sometimes called America’s salad bowl for its bountiful agricultural production.
With the chamber divided 222-212, with one vacancy, only a handful of seats separate the two parties.
Though the state’s March primary election is months away, the narrative from both parties has taken shape. Democrats are warning about threats to abortion rights, immigration and unchecked gun violence, while Republicans are faulting the party that dominates state politics for high taxes, inflation, vexing crime rates and an out-of-control homeless crisis.
Also on the ballot will be California itself.
A national debate is underway — fanned by Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom in California and Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis in Florida — in which the state is alternately depicted as an ascendant progressive nation-state or a testament to the ravages of liberal excess.
Recent polling has found that two out of three voters foresee bad economic times over the next year, and its once-booming population that neared 40 million is now in decline.
“A lot will depend on the economy. The problem for Democrats is wages did not keep up with inflation. That may be changing, but if people have less money to spend next year, that will be a big problem up and down the Democratic ticket,” said Claremont McKenna College political scientist Jack Pitney.
A string of California House districts has proved volatile in recent elections, spotlighting their importance to both parties as they look to control the chamber. Democrats snatched seven seats from Republicans in 2018, then Republicans seized four from Democrats in 2020.
In the 2022 elections, Republicans gained one seat, from 11 to 12, while Democrats dropped to 40 seats from 42, after California lost a House seat in reapportionment after the 2020 census. Overall, the state dropped to 52 districts from 53.
Aguilar’s top targets are five districts that Joe Biden won in 2020 in the presidential contest that are now held by Republicans. “We are going to win back the House,” Aguilar told reporters on a recent stop in Los Angeles.
Hudson said the GOP’s top target is a closely divided coastal district in the one-time Republican stronghold of Orange County, being vacated by Democratic Rep. Katie Porter, a prolific fundraiser who is running to replace Democratic U.S. Sen. Dianne Feinstein.
Porter’s seat, Hudson said, is “probably our best pickup opportunity in the country.” Former legislator Scott Baugh, who narrowly lost to Porter in 2022 after she spent a stunning $28 million to defend the seat, is the leading Republican in the race.
Hudson sees other ripe targets in the Central Valley and the 49th District that straddles Orange and San Diego counties, where Democratic Rep. Mike Levin got a last-minute stopover from President Biden in 2022 to help him hold the seat.
Levin expects another close race. But he thinks Democrats have been focusing on issues of concern to his constituents — including infrastructure projects and protecting reproductive rights. He said Republicans, meanwhile, have been engaged in issues irrelevant to voters, including the recent censure on a party line vote of California Democratic Rep. Adam Schiff for comments he made several years ago about investigations into Donald Trump’s ties to Russia.
“This is a competitive political environment,” Levin said. “We don’t take anything for granted.”
The House contests will be shadowed by the presidential campaign, but to what degree it influences the races isn’t yet clear.
Aguilar sees former President Trump as an asset for Democratic candidates, should he win the GOP nomination.
“I don’t think there could be a more extreme person running on the Republican side than Donald Trump,” Aguilar said. “I think that’s going to turn off moderate, independent voters, and I think that’s going to lead to better Democratic turnout.”
Biden remains popular in California given its Democratic tilt, even as his national approval rating sits at a lackluster 41%, according to polling from The Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research. And Democratic turnout typically surges in presidential election years.
Hudson said it’s difficult at this point to predict the influence of the presidential race on individual House contests. He noted that the GOP has attracted larger numbers of Latino and working-class voters, who tend to turn out robustly in presidential election years.
“Regardless of what happens at the top of the ticket, I think what you’ll see is higher turnout,” he said.
In the first major election since the Supreme Court overturned the landmark Roe v. Wade decision, the abortion debate helped Democrats largely fend off an expected Republican wave in the 2022 midterm elections, when the party in power in the White House typically loses seats in Congress.
This time, Biden has sought to energize Democrats by warning that Republicans are seeking a nationwide abortion ban. That threat needs to be reinforced with California voters, Aguilar said, in a state where abortion rights are protected.
Hudson was dubious.
“I think voters are more concerned about … inflation, the economy, public safety,” he said.
Both parties are vowing to invest millions of dollars to sway races and recruit candidates that fit the political complexion of districts. The GOP picked up seats in 2020 with a slate of candidates that was strikingly diverse for a party that remains predominantly white: two South Korean immigrants, both women, and two men who are sons of immigrant parents from Mexico and Portugal.
Those four districts remain targets for Democrats: Reps. Young Kim and Michelle Steel, anchored in Orange County, Rep. Mike Garcia in a district north of Los Angeles and Rep. David Valadao in the Central Valley.
Democrats also want to pick off GOP Rep. John Duarte in the farm belt, who prevailed by fewer than 600 votes in 2022.
Hudson also is eyeing Democratic Rep. Josh Harder in the farm belt as another potential gain — a district Newsom lost in his 2022 reelection.
“We know how to win Central Valley seats,” Hudson said.
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2023-07-06T12:11:33+00:00
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nwahomepage.com
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https://www.nwahomepage.com/news/politics/ap-kingmaker-california-us-house-control-could-hinge-on-district-battles-in-famously-liberal-state/
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PHOENIX — An Arizona judge on Friday declined to put her order that allowed enforcement of a pre-statehood law making it a crime to provide an abortion on hold, saying abortion rights groups that asked her to block the order are not likely to prevail on appeal.
The ruling from Pima County Superior Court Judge Kellie Johnson means the state's abortion providers will not be able to restart procedures. Abortions were halted on Sept. 23 when Johnson ruled that a 1973 injunction must be lifted so that the Civil War-era law could be enforced.
Republican Attorney General Mark Brnovich sought the order lifting the injunction. Attorneys with his office told the judge that, since the U.S. Supreme Court's June 24 decision said women do not have a constitutional right to obtain an abortion, there was no legal reason to block the old law.
Planned Parenthood and its Arizona affiliate had urged Johnson to keep the injunction issued shortly after Roe v. Wade was decided in 1973. They argued that laws enacted by the state Legislature in the ensuing 50 years should take precedence.
Planned Parenthood's lawyers on Monday asked Johnson to put her ruling on hold to allow an appeal.
Before last Friday's ruling allowing enforcement of the old law, abortions were legal in Arizona until the fetus was viable, usually at about 24 weeks of pregnancy. But on Saturday, a law enacted by the state Legislature last spring banning abortion at 15 weeks took effect.
Gov. Doug Ducey has said that law takes precedence, but his lawyers did not seek to argue that position in court. Brnovich and some Republican lawmakers insist the old law is in force.
Brittany Fonteno, president and CEO of Planned Parenthood of Arizona, said she was "outraged" by the ruling.
"It is impermissible that Arizonans are waking up each morning to their elected officials making conflicting statements about which laws are in effect or claiming that they do not know, and yet the court has refused to provide any clarity or relief," Fonteno said.
Some clinics in Arizona have been referring patients to providers in California and New Mexico since Johnson lifted the injunction on the old law, and they were prepared to restart abortions. The pre-statehood law carries a sentence of two to five years in prison for doctors or anyone else who assists in an abortion. Last year, the Legislature repealed a law allowing charges against women who seek abortions
Ashleigh Feiring, a nurse at abortion provider Camelback Family Planning in Phoenix, said her office will keep looking for ways to serve patients.
"We're trying to think of everything we can to get loopholes in the law," Feiring said Friday, adding that the facility would be willing to once again provide the procedure.
Feiring said her office continues to do post-miscarriage care and provide patients with ultrasounds so they know how many weeks pregnant they may be. That's important, because abortion pills can only be used in the first 10-12 weeks of a pregnancy.
Feiring said some patients are able to get an abortion pill prescription from a provider in Sweden and get it filled through the mail by a pharmacy in India, but that takes about three weeks. Arizona law bans delivery of the abortion pill through the mail, and U.S. providers generally will not take that risk.
Since Roe was overturned, Arizona and 13 other states have banned abortions at any stage of pregnancy. About 13,000 people in Arizona get an abortion each year, according to Arizona Department of Health Services reports.
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2022-10-01T10:46:04+00:00
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nprillinois.org
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https://www.nprillinois.org/2022-10-01/an-arizona-judge-wont-suspend-her-ruling-that-halted-abortions-in-the-state
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OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) — The Roman Catholic Diocese of Oakland filed for bankruptcy Monday due to hundreds of new child sex abuse claims, becoming the second diocese in California to do so.
The San Francisco Bay Area diocese faces more than 330 lawsuits brought under a California law allowing claims that would have otherwise expired, Bishop Michael C. Barber said in a letter posted to the diocese’s website.
Most of them allege abuse that dates back to the 1980s and earlier, according to Barber, and by priests who are no longer active in ministry or deceased. He said a Chapter 11 bankruptcy reorganization would ensure “a fair and equitable outcome for survivors” and allow the church to continue its work.
SNAP, a survivors’ network for clergy sex abuse victims, criticized the bankruptcy filing, calling it a ploy to keep information hidden. In a statement, it said the Oakland diocese could sell off property to compensate victims.
“The Diocese of Oakland is morally bankrupt, but they do not deserve to be declared financially bankrupt,” SNAP said.
In March, the Diocese of Santa Rosa became the first in California to file for Chapter 11 protection, saying it could not pay out potential claims topping 200.
The Oakland Diocese serves about 550,000 Catholics in the East Bay region.
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2023-05-09T11:27:14+00:00
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ourquadcities.com
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https://www.ourquadcities.com/news/national-news/oakland-2nd-california-diocese-to-seek-bankruptcy-over-abuse/
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NEW YORK, March 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ --
WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, reminds purchasers of VBit Technologies Corp., VBit Mining LLC (Collectively, "VBit") securities, which were unregistered in the form of investment contracts, between January 1, 2019 and February 13, 2023, inclusive (the "Class Period"), of the important April 17, 2023 lead plaintiff deadline.
SO WHAT: If you purchased VBit securities, which were in the form of investment contracts, during the Class Period you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out of pocket fees or costs through a contingency fee arrangement.
WHAT TO DO NEXT: To join the VBit class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=12202 or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email pkim@rosenlegal.com or cases@rosenlegal.com for information on the class action. A class action lawsuit has already been filed. If you wish to serve as lead plaintiff, you must move the Court no later than April 17, 2023. A lead plaintiff is a representative party acting on behalf of other class members in directing the litigation.
WHY ROSEN LAW: We encourage investors to select qualified counsel with a track record of success in leadership roles. Often, firms issuing notices do not have comparable experience, resources or any meaningful peer recognition. Many of these firms do not actually handle securities class actions, but are merely middlemen that refer clients or partner with law firms that actually litigate the cases. Be wise in selecting counsel. The Rosen Law Firm represents investors throughout the globe, concentrating its practice in securities class actions and shareholder derivative litigation. Rosen Law Firm has achieved the largest ever securities class action settlement against a Chinese Company. Rosen Law Firm was Ranked No. 1 by ISS Securities Class Action Services for number of securities class action settlements in 2017. The firm has been ranked in the top 4 each year since 2013 and has recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for investors. In 2019 alone the firm secured over $438 million for investors. In 2020, founding partner Laurence Rosen was named by law360 as a Titan of Plaintiffs' Bar. Many of the firm's attorneys have been recognized by Lawdragon and Super Lawyers.
DETAILS OF THE CASE: According to the lawsuit, defendants violated provisions of the Exchange Act by making false and misleading statements and omitting material information concerning VBit's mining operations. The lawsuit also alleges that defendants violated the Securities Act by offering, selling and soliciting unregistered securities.
To join the VBit class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=12202 or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email pkim@rosenlegal.com or cases@rosenlegal.com for information on the class action.
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2023-03-10T02:20:02+00:00
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kwch.com
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Black Friday 2022 is Friday, Nov. 25.
Here is everything you need to know about banks for Black Friday 2022:
Are banks open on Black Friday?
All banks are open on Black Friday, including the following major bank chains:
Are there Black Friday 2022 sales?
We scoured the internet and found several Black Friday 2022 sales. Here are five of the bigger sales:
- Walmart’s “Deals for Days” sale with rollbacks across all departments, including toys, electronics and clothing
- Samsung’s huge deals on TVs and Galaxy Z Flip and Fold phones
- Amazon’s 48-hour Black Friday sale with deep discounts across the site, including Alexa-enabled devices
- Wayfair’s Black Friday sale with massive markdowns on furniture and other home products
- Nordstrom’s holiday deals sale on fashion, handbags, shoes and home goods
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2022-11-24T06:17:08+00:00
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nj.com
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https://www.nj.com/business/2022/11/are-banks-open-tomorrow-on-black-friday-2022.html
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Hyundai is recalling more than 53,000 newer vehicles for a sudden loss of power under certain conditions, the NHTSA disclosed Monday.
In vehicles equipped with Hyundai’s 8-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission, the high-pressure electric oil pump can trigger a software error saying it has failed. In this condition, the cars enter a “fail-safe” mode that impedes power fro 20-30 seconds before completely shutting motive power down because the transmission clutches disengage from the drive gears.
Before or as it is happening, drivers may notice multiple warning lights in the gauge cluster, in addition to a warning message.
The issue was first directed in the 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz, but N models with the 8-speed DCT and a few other models that use it are also being recalled. Those models include the 2021-2022 Hyundai Santa Fe, 2021-2022 Hyundai Sonata, 2022 Hyundai Elantra N, 2021-2022 Hyundai Veloster N, and 2022 Hyundai Kona N.
Hyundai has confirmed 229 incidents from June 1 to Sept. 26 that are attributable to the error.
Owners can expect notification by mail of the recall as early as Dec. 5. They’ll be instructed to bring the affected vehicles in for an inspection. The transmission will be reprogrammed—but if that doesn’t cure it, the car’s transmission will be replaced at no charge to owners, regardless of the warranty. Any out-of-pocket expenses incurred by owners prior to the recall are subject to reimbursement.
For more info, contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460 or visit Hyundai’s recall site.
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2022-10-17T21:46:21+00:00
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fox44news.com
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https://www.fox44news.com/automotive/internet-brands/hyundai-recalls-2021-2022-dual-clutch-cars-for-power-loss/
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INDIANAPOLIS — Three men were convicted Friday for their roles in a quadruple homicide three years ago.
Cameron Banks, Desmond Banks, and Lasean Watkins were convicted for the February 2020 shooting deaths of Braxton Ford, Kimari Hunt, Jalen Roberts and Marcel Wills, the Marion County Prosecutor's Office announced.
All three defendants were convicted on four counts each of murder, felony murder and robbery resulting in serious bodily injury.
A fourth suspect, Rodrience Anderson, pleaded guilty in October 2022 to four counts of robbery resulting in serious bodily injury in exchange for his cooperation with prosecutors in the case.
The shooting happened on Shady Oak Drive on Feb. 5, 2020. The victims were between the ages of 19 and 21.
Three of the suspects were seen on surveillance video entering the residence, then later fleeing to a vehicle after the shooting. Anderson denied being involved at first, but later admitted driving the other suspects to the scene after the men had planned a robbery.
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2023-03-04T02:59:35+00:00
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wthr.com
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https://www.wthr.com/article/news/crime/three-convicted-for-indianapolis-quadruple-homicide/531-75eea5db-113e-4f0c-af0b-cf56effb0020
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LONDON (AP) — Britain’s new Treasury chief on Saturday acknowledged mistakes made by his predecessor and suggested that he may reverse much of Conservative Prime Minister Liz Truss’ tax-cutting plans in order to bring stability to the country after weeks of economic and political turbulence.
Jeremy Hunt, who was brought in Friday to replace Kwasi Kwarteng as Treasury chief and restore order in Truss’ administration, warned of “difficult decisions” to come. He said taxes could rise and public spending budgets would likely be squeezed further in the coming months.
Truss on Friday fired Kwarteng and ditched her pledge to scrap a planned increase in corporation tax as she sought to hang on to her job — after just six weeks in office.
Truss, a free-market libertarian, had previously insisted that her tax-cutting plans were what Britain needs to boost economic growth. But a “mini-budget” that she and Kwarteng unveiled three weeks ago, which promised 45 billion pounds ($50 billion) in tax cuts without explaining how the government would pay for them, sent the markets and the British pound tumbling and left her credibility in tatters.
The policies, which included cutting income tax for those on the highest incomes, were also widely criticized for being tone-deaf in the face of Britain’s cost-of-living crisis.
Hunt said Truss recognizes her mistakes and he is going to put them right. Hunt is expected to meet with Treasury officials later and with Truss on Sunday.
“It was wrong to cut the top rate of tax for the very highest earners at a time where we’re going to have to be asking for sacrifices from everyone to get through a very difficult period,” Hunt told the BBC Saturday.
“And it was wrong to fly blind and to announce those plans without reassuring people with the discipline of the Office for Budget Responsibility that we actually can afford to pay for them,” he added. “We have to show the world we have a plan that adds up financially.”
Hunt also indicated that taxes could rise and warned “it’s going to be difficult,” though he declined to give details about how he plans to balance the books ahead of a full fiscal statement expected on Oct. 31.
“Spending will not rise by as much as people would like and all government departments are going to have to find more efficiencies than they were planning to. And some taxes will not be cut as quickly as people want,” he said.
Hunt, who twice ran in the Conservative Party’s leadership contests, is an experienced lawmaker who previously served in top government posts including as foreign secretary.
His comments Saturday suggested he may dismantle much of the economic pledges that Truss campaigned for and tried to implement during her first weeks in office.
Truss’ U-turn on her pledge to stop a planned rise in corporation tax came after an earlier climbdown on her plans to cut the top rate of income tax for the highest earners.
Her position remains fragile. She has faced heavy pressure from across the political spectrum, including reports that senior members of her Conservative Party were plotting to force her from office.
On Friday she avoided repeated questions about why she should remain in office when she and Kwarteng were equally responsible for the government’s economic plan and the fallout it triggered.
“I am absolutely determined to see through what I have promised,” she said.
Asked Saturday how long Truss would remain as leader, Hunt said that “what the country wants now is stability” and she would be judged by what she delivers until the next general election in 2024.
“She has been prime minister for less than five weeks and I would just say this – I think that she will be judged at an election,” he said.
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2022-10-15T23:25:29+00:00
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wdtn.com
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https://www.wdtn.com/news/u-s-world/ap-international/ap-new-uk-treasury-chief-mistakes-were-made-tax-rises-coming/
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FREDERICK, Md. (AP) — A tanker truck hauling a flammable liquid crashed on a Maryland highway Saturday and caught fire, killing the driver and damaging several homes and vehicles, authorities said.
The truck crashed around noon on U.S. 15 in Frederick, about an hour’s drive west of Baltimore. Photos showed massive flames and billowing smoke.
Fire crews arrived within minutes of receiving several emergency calls and found the truck completely engulfed in a fire that had also spread to three homes and automobiles, Frederick Fire Chief Tom Coe said at a news conference
One of those homes was extensively damaged, displacing the residents. The other two sustained minor damage, Coe said.
The tanker driver, who was not immediately identified, died but no other injuries were reported, Coe said.
Authorities said the exact chain of events that led to the crash is under investigation. Officials are also working to determine exactly what substance the tanker was hauling, though Coe said it was believed to be a commonly transported flammable liquid like gasoline or diesel fuel that poses no threat to the general public.
Crews will be monitoring the air quality and isolating the area where the liquid saturated soil for cleanup, he said. Officials said there was no breach of the city’s sewer system or a nearby creek.
The crash initially shut down U.S. 15, which runs through the city of about 80,000 people, in both directions, the State Highway Administration said.
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2023-03-05T08:54:16+00:00
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ktalnews.com
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https://www.ktalnews.com/news/u-s-world/fiery-tanker-crash-kills-driver-burns-maryland-homes/
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This week, a college student home for break took portraits of shelter animals, Harry Styles told NPR's Leila Fadel she gave "the best commencement address in Northeastern history," and Tom Cruise reminded us that "no one asked Gene Kelly why he danced."
Here's what NPR's Pop Culture Happy Hour crew was paying attention to — and what you should check out this weekend.
I Was Better Last Night: A Memoir by Harvey Fierstein
Actor, writer and activist Harvey Fierstein has just released his memoir I Was Better Last Night. It's a good read, but it's a great listen because he narrates the audiobook and his voice is so iconic.
And Fierstein's got stories to tell. He talks about coming of age in New York City, Andy Warhol's Factory, off-off-Broadway theater, drag shows, his struggles with alcoholism and, of course, the AIDS epidemic. Fierstein remains righteously angry about straight culture's lack of urgency towards the AIDS crisis, and does a great job documenting the fear that straight people had of him, even as they were throwing him awards. I Was Better Last Night is a chronicle of a history that I don't think we can afford to forget, by someone who lived through it. It's dishy, candid and undoubtedly worth the read. –Glen Weldon
The second season of Bling Empire on Netflix
Bling Empire is sort of like a Crazy Rich Asians reality TV show, but I remember feeling that the first season was trying to do way too much. They were trying to culturally educate audiences while also emphasizing that they were just like any other reality show. It just didn't work.
But in the second season, it seems like they've settled into what the show actually is, which is a trashy reality show. Just very straightforward: someone says something bad about someone else, the person they're talking to takes that piece of information and goes directly to the person being trash talked and everything gets messy. I was pleasantly surprised by the show just serving as enjoyable reality TV and not trying to be more than it is. —Tobin Low
"A Warning From The Future About The Time Traveler's Wife" by Kathryn VanArendonk
Sometimes you have to acknowledge that you have written about something, but someone else has written about it better. I really have to recommend that you read Kathryn VanArendonk's "A Warning From The Future About The Time Traveler's Wife." It is a review of the very strange TV adaptation of the novel The Time Traveler's Wife, which follows the not very well-regarded film adaptation.
It is incredibly difficult to find a way into a disappointing show, but Kathryn found a way by incorporating time travel into her review of The Time Traveler's Wife. She speaks to herself as a critic starting the show, she receives dispatches from herself having watched the entire show, and she speaks to her 2010 self (for a few reasons). It is a wonderful conceit, and I am always here for an inventive, vivacious way of reviewing not-good television. So, while I cannot recommend The Time Traveler's Wife, I can recommend this review. —Linda Holmes
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2022-05-25T00:00:11+00:00
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klcc.org
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https://www.klcc.org/2022-05-20/whats-making-us-happy-a-guide-to-your-weekend-listening-and-viewing
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(CNN) — Will Smith is “deeply remorseful” about slapping Chris Rock at the Academy Awards in March.
Smith posted a video to his verified Instagram account on Friday that began with the words on screen, “It’s been a minute.”
“Over the last few months, I’ve been doing a lot of thinking and personal work…,” the statement reads. “You asked a lot of fair questions that I wanted to take some time to answer.”
Smith can then be heard sighing, he enters the screen and addresses to camera why he didn’t apologize to Rock during his Oscars acceptance speech following his win for best actor for his role in “King Richard.”
“I was fogged out by that point,” Smith says. “It’s all fuzzy. I’ve reached out to Chris and the message that came back is that he’s not ready to talk and when he is, he will reach out. So I will say to you Chris, I apologize to you. My behavior was unacceptable and I’m here whenever you are ready to talk.”
CNN has reached out to representatives for Rock for comment.
Smith also apologizes to Rock’s mother, family and his brother, Tony Rock, who had starred in the 2007 sitcom “All of Us,” which was created by Smith and his wife Jada Pinkett Smith.
“We had a great relationship,” Smith says. “Tony Rock was my man and this is probably irreparable.”
Smith walked on stage at the Oscars and slapped Chris Rock, who was presenting at the time, after he made a joke about Smith’s wife’s shaved head.
Pinkett Smith suffers hair loss due to alopecia, an autoimmune condition that can lead to hair loss.
In his video, Smith also answers the question as to whether or not his wife, after rolling her eyes at Rock’s joke, had asked him to do something in that moment by saying she did not.
He also apologizes to her, their children, and his fellow Academy Award nominees in the post.
Smith says he “spent the last three months replaying and understanding the nuance and the complexities of what happened in that moment.”
“I’m not going to try to unpack all of that right now, but I can say to all of you, there is no part of me that thinks that was the right way to behave in that moment,” he says. “There’s no part of me that thinks that is the optimal way to handle a feeling of disrespect or insults.”
Smith adds that it hurts him to know that he didn’t live up to the image people had of him.
“Disappointing people is my central trauma,” he says.” I hate when I let people down so it hurts.”
Smith directs a message to his supporters, saying he’s committed “to putting light and love and joy into the world.”
“If you hang on I promise we’ll be able to be friends again,” he concludes.
The Academy has sanctioned Smith by banning him from attending the Oscars for the next 10 years.
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2022-07-29T17:19:41+00:00
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wishtv.com
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https://www.wishtv.com/news/entertainment-news/will-smith-addresses-oscars-slap-in-new-video/
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VIGO COUNTY, Ind. (WTHI) - The Vigo County School Corporation is working hard to keep your children safe. On Monday, the board of trustees presented an update on a new security measure. It's a project that's been in the works for months now.
All three Vigo County High Schools -- Terre Haute North, Terre Haute South, and West Vigo Middle and High school will be receiving new updated, HD security cameras.
They'll go both in the hallways and surrounding the building.
Dr. Tom Balitewicz, Director of Student Services, says this is a necessary upgrade.
"These are one camera with four different views, so it's economical and also more effective of course," Dr. Balitewicz said.
At North High School, for example, Dr. Balitewicz says they'll essentially be moving from 30 camera views to 130 views.
"Cameras can't be everywhere and you're not going to get a view of everything, but this will make the probability a lot higher."
The corporation is working with Joink on this project. The company was the lowest bidder at around $230,000 in total cost.
The cameras will operate through a cloud-based rather than a DVR. That means it'll allow for more storage with other advantages.
"Administrators will be able to view that on their phone. A lot nicer to have that accessibility."
All Vigo County Elementary and Middle Schools are already home to new cameras or are currently in the process of installation. The hope is to have these new cameras installed by the end of this year, but it all depends on when Joink gets the materials in.
In other agenda items, the board of trustees approved the corporation's 2023 budget. Monday was the third and final step of the adoption process.
They're working with a $168 million budget for next year. It's mainly made up of the education and operation money - which sits at $144 million.
Donna Wilson is the Chief Financial Officer. She wants to remind people that the numbers are estimates. She says the last few months of this year will play a big role budget-wise.
"We're processing bills and payroll and all of those things through the end of the year, all of those things are taken into account when the DLGF actually works our budget," Chief Financial Officer Donna Wilson said.
They are also waiting for property tax collection revenue to come in. Wilson hopes to have the final numbers by January 1st. The 2023 budget can be viewed on Gateway and the VCSC website.
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2022-10-11T05:45:12+00:00
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wthitv.com
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https://www.wthitv.com/news/updated-security-cameras-are-coming-soon-to-vigo-county-high-schools/article_eca72fee-490b-11ed-8f0e-afe24ca57bce.html
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How to Watch the Wings vs. Fever Game: Streaming & TV Channel Info for July 9
Published: Jul. 9, 2023 at 9:29 AM CDT|Updated: 44 minutes ago
The Indiana Fever (5-13) will look to break a six-game losing streak when hosting the Dallas Wings (9-9) on Sunday, July 9, 2023 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. This matchup is at 4:00 PM ET on ESPN3, BSSW, and BSIN.
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Wings vs. Fever Game Info
- Game Day: Sunday, July 9, 2023
- Game Time: 4:00 PM ET
- TV: Bally Sports
- Arena: Gainbridge Fieldhouse
- Live Stream: Watch on Fubo!
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Key Stats for Wings vs. Fever
- The 83.9 points per game Dallas scores are only two fewer points than Indiana gives up (85.9).
- This season, Dallas has a 41.5% shooting percentage from the field, which is 2.7% lower than the 44.2% of shots Indiana's opponents have knocked down.
- In games the Wings shoot better than 44.2% from the field, they are 4-1 overall.
- Dallas shoots 28.6% from three-point range, 8.2% lower than the 36.8% Indiana allows to opponents.
- Dallas and Indiana rebound at about the same rate, with Dallas averaging four more rebounds per game.
Wings Recent Performance
- The Wings' offense has been worse over their last 10 games, scoring 82.7 points a contest compared to the 83.9 they've averaged this year.
- Dallas has been more porous on the defensive side of the ball lately, giving up 83.3 points per game over its past 10 outings compared to the 83.1 points per game its opponents average over the 2023 season.
- The Wings are trending down from beyond the arc over their last 10 outings, making 5.7 threes per game and shooting 27.3% from long range in comparison to their season-long averages of 6.7 makes and 28.6% from distance in the 2023 season.
Wings Injuries
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2023-07-09T15:13:59+00:00
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newschannel10.com
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https://www.newschannel10.com/sports/betting/2023/07/09/wings-vs-fever-wnba-live-stream-tv/
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How to Watch the Oilers vs. Golden Knights Game: Streaming & TV Channel Info for NHL Playoffs Second Round Game 1
Published: May. 2, 2023 at 10:12 PM EDT|Updated: 58 minutes ago
Game 1 of the NHL Playoffs Second Round features the Edmonton Oilers and the Vegas Golden Knights squaring off at 9:30 PM ET on Wednesday, May 3 on ESPN.
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You can watch the Oilers attempt to beat the the Golden Knights on ESPN.
Oilers Live Stream, TV Channel and Game Info
- When: Wednesday, May 3, 2023 at 9:30 PM ET
- TV Channel: ESPN
- Live Stream: Watch this game on Fubo!
- Where: T-Mobile Arena in Paradise, Nevada
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Oilers vs. Golden Knights Head-to-Head
Oilers Stats & Trends
- Defensively, the Oilers are conceding 256 total goals (3.1 per game) to rank 17th in league play.
- The Oilers' 325 total goals (4.0 per game on 6.6 assists per contest) lead the NHL.
- In their past 10 matchups, the Oilers have gone 8-0-2 to earn 80.0% of the possible points.
- On the defensive end, the Oilers have given up 25 goals (2.5 per game) over those 10 outings.
- They have put up 41 goals during that time.
Oilers Key Players
Golden Knights Stats & Trends
- The Golden Knights' total of 225 goals given up (2.7 per game) is 11th in the NHL.
- With 267 goals (3.3 per game), the Golden Knights have the NHL's 14th-ranked offense.
- In the last 10 contests, the Golden Knights have secured 75.0% of the possible points with a 7-1-2 record.
- On the defensive side, the Golden Knights have allowed 21 goals (2.1 per game) in those 10 outings.
- They have put up 34 goals during that stretch.
Golden Knights Key Players
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2023-05-03T04:24:09+00:00
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mysuncoast.com
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https://www.mysuncoast.com/sports/betting/2023/05/03/oilers-golden-knights-nhl-nhl-playoffs-second-round-game-1-live-stream-tv/
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ST. PETERSBURG, Russia (AP) — Russian media say a famous military blogger has been killed in an apparent bombing attack at a cafe in St. Petersburg.
- FBI: Kidnapped man bragged in Laredo about stealing from cartel
- Missing juvenile and $64K found at STX checkpoint
- Affidavit: Man punched juvenile, 14, in the face during fight outside...
- Horse ejected from trailer after crash on San Antonio highway
- Out & About: Laredo nightlife lovers spotted at Hals, Luna Discotek
- UISD announces threat, United High School student arrested
- Affidavit: Man asked girl to 'play with his little toy'
- Woman crashed into ex's car while having their baby in the vehicle
- Affidavit: Gang member shot himself, lied about it
- Laredo's 550 Pizzeria crowned World Pizza Champions in Las Vegas
- Doctors Hospital reports notice of vendor breach incident
- Pellot sentenced to life in prison for murdering his wife
- Hundreds line up for chance to visit Hello Kitty truck in Laredo
- Muñoz's family addresses Pellot after life sentence
- Quiroga has been solid in lone year with Bulldogs
- Alexander 'honored' to advance to Sweet 16
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2023-04-02T17:07:00+00:00
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lmtonline.com
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https://www.lmtonline.com/news/world/article/alert-russian-media-say-a-famous-military-17874298.php
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Bugatti sets world auction record for new car
Published: Feb. 2, 2023 at 9:12 AM EST|Updated: 31 minutes ago
(CNN) - Someone with deep pockets has a new set of wheels.
A one-of-a-kind Bugatti Chiron Profilée was auctioned off for $10.7 million Wednesday in Paris.
This sets a world auction record for the amount of money paid for a new car.
Although the unnamed winner should probably resist the temptation, the car can reach 236 miles per hour.
The Profilée will be Bugatti’s last purely-gas powered supercar.
Copyright 2023 CNN Newsource. All rights reserved.
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2023-02-02T14:45:17+00:00
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live5news.com
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https://www.live5news.com/2023/02/02/bugatti-sets-world-auction-record-new-car/
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OLYMPIA, Wash. (AP) _ The winning numbers in Sunday evening's drawing of the Washington Lottery's "Match 4" game were:
02-09-20-22
(two, nine, twenty, twenty-two)
OLYMPIA, Wash. (AP) _ The winning numbers in Sunday evening's drawing of the Washington Lottery's "Match 4" game were:
02-09-20-22
(two, nine, twenty, twenty-two)
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2022-06-27T04:37:54+00:00
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lmtonline.com
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https://www.lmtonline.com/lottery/article/Winning-numbers-drawn-in-Match-4-game-17267368.php
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The Senate Armed Services Committee passed a draft version of the annual defense bill on Friday with little fanfare one day after the corresponding House panel cleared its own contentious version of the spending legislation.
The Senate measure, passed 24-1 during a closed session this week, matches the $886 billion in total defense spending in the House bill and supports measures to give servicemembers the largest pay raise in two decades, bolster the U.S. posture in the Indo-Pacific region and deliver another $300 million in security assistance to Ukraine.
Although one provision puts limitations and oversight on pay for officials working solely on promoting diversity in the Defense Department, Senate lawmakers avoided including the divisive amendments on culture wars that were advanced on the House side.
Those amendments, forced through by House Republicans, led to hours of fighting with Democrats. They target diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) and other programs on social and cultural topics they object to at the Pentagon.
One amendment on the Senate side does require the Pentagon to write up a report on the “legality” and process of a new policy that reimburses servicemembers for travel costs when crossing state lines to seek an abortion. That policy has led Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Ala.) to hold up the nominations of more than 200 general and flag officers.
Sen. Jack Reed (D-R.I.), the panel’s chairman, called the legislation a bipartisan effort that “makes our country stronger and safer,” noting initiatives to address competition with China and Russia and adapt to changing technology, such as hypersonic missiles and artificial intelligence.
“It invests in the people, platforms, and programs we need to deter adversaries and safeguard the nation,” Reed said in a statement. “This bill makes real progress.”
The Senate bill meets President Biden’s budget request and the debt limit deal he reached with Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R-Calif.) at the end of May to lower spending across federal agencies.
While defense spending was largely unchanged from the deal, more hawkish Senate leaders complained the $886 billion lags behind inflation.
The senators reportedly made a deal with Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) to pass a supplemental package to increase spending levels later this year.
Sen. Roger Wicker (R-Miss.), the ranking member on the committee, said the draft bill advances American interests but “does not adequately fund our defense needs,” pledging to increase the topline spending.
“I will work to increase the Department of Defense top level as the bill progresses,” Wicker said in a statement. “This is the best way to deter conflict around the globe.”
The Senate bill tackles major challenges for the U.S., including multi-year contracts for the industrial base. That addresses a key need to ramp up production of munitions, an issue exposed over the past year by how fast Ukrainians have used up munitions like artillery shells.
Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand (D-N.Y.) and Sen. Marco Rubio (R-Fla.) also secured more funding for the All-domain Anomaly Resolution Office (AARO), an office created roughly two years ago to study the phenomenon of UFOs.
“Fully funding AARO is essential to our national security,” Gillibrand said in a statement. “The office provides the opportunity to integrate and resolve threats and hazards to the U.S., while also offering increased transparency to the American people and reducing the stigma around this issue of high public interest.”
The bill also supports continued funding for the research of the SLCM-N nuclear sea-launched missile, considered a tactical nuclear weapon.
Although it was included in the House bill, SLCM-N funding met some opposition from House Democratic lawmakers, who say it is unnecessary and could affect submarines equipped with the tactical weapons traveling to international ports. President Biden did not include funding for the weapon in his budget request.
The legislation also forces the Navy to buy a new amphibious warship to the tune of $1.9 billion. The service did not have the ship in its budget, though the Marine Corps publicly pressed lawmakers to include it.
The money for the ship is more than double what the House Armed Services Committee included for it in its version of the NDAA, and House appropriators didn’t include the ship at all in their defense spending plan.
In addition, the bill allows the retirement of 42 A-10 Warthogs. The A-10 program, long kept alive as the Air Force and Congress butted heads over what to do with the attack plane, is finally on track to end, with the Air Force hoping to sunset all aircraft by 2029.
The A-10 is known for its close air support and was used often in Iraq and Afghanistan in the past 20 years. The Air Force, however, views the slow-flying aircraft as unsurvivable in a fight against an adversary like China.
The defense bills in both the House and the Senate will now head to the full floor in each chamber for consideration.
A bicameral committee will then reconcile the differences between the pieces of legislation before sending it to Biden’s desk, usually in November or December.
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2023-06-23T23:50:20+00:00
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wboy.com
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https://www.wboy.com/hill-politics/senate-armed-services-clears-defense-bill-dodging-contentious-house-amendments/
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Cuba is a country in crisis. Poverty is widespread, wages are stagnant, unofficial unemployment figures are high and food costs are rising. But with its citizens leaving at historic rates on rafts or by crossing dangerous Central American jungles, and with more than 1,000 political prisoners in its jails, the Cuban regime has decided to try to save … baseball.
After more than a decade of flaming out in international competitions, and with the 2023 World Baseball Classic earlier this month, the government of President Miguel Díaz-Canel allowed players currently playing in the United States and in other foreign professional leagues to return to the national team, revoking a ban that had been in place for more than six decades.
By law, Cuban athletes who are not associated with Cuban sports federations — that is, those who developed their careers abroad without government sponsorship — cannot play on national teams. But, determined to keep the public’s spirits up in difficult times, the regime dropped its ideological intransigence and welcomed those whom it had denounced for decades as “sellouts” or “traitors”.
The measure was met with skepticism and some hostility by sectors of the Cuban exile community. They pointed out that the doors of the team were not open to all baseball players. Several had not been called up due to their outspoken stances against the government, or for having escaped from official delegations during visits abroad.
Other players refused to be part of the team, arguing that it was impossible for them to wear the national jersey again if it meant representing an oppressive regime. Only a few Cuban stars from the MLB took the government up on its offer. Luis Roberts and Yoán Moncada from the Chicago White Sox joined up, while greats such as José Abreuç from the Houston Astros, Yuli Gurriel from the Miami Marlins and Aroldis Chapman from the Kansas City Royals, among others, held back.
The “traitors” who did return to the team played in Taiwan and Japan, where the World Classic qualifying phase took place. They did not, however, travel to the pretournament training in Havana, where the team met with Díaz-Canel. The meeting was denounced by Cuban exiles as mere show, aimed at selling a symbolic “opening” that in reality had no substance.
Even with the injection of talent, the national team looked weak in the early games. The Cubans suffered two consecutive defeats, in which the talent-delta between the major league players and those playing in Cuba and other professional leagues became very apparent. But the Cuban squad recovered in time, managing to make it to the semifinals, something it had not been able to do since 2006.
The semis were played in Miami, the beating heart of the Cuban exile community. And, adding another layer of symbolism, the opponent in Miami was the United States’ national team. Before the game, the surroundings of LoanDepot Park were filled with Cuban exiles protesting the regime and demanding the release of Cuban political prisoners and the end of the dictatorship. To avoid confrontations inside the stadium, the organizers prohibited fans from bringing in signs with political content. The prohibition did not work. Once the game started, the stands were filled with placards. Three times during the game, Cuban exiles stormed the field carrying signs protesting the regime.
The event perfectly encapsulated the broader Cuban world today. The nation is in trouble, the people are divided, the government is trying to maneuver to save face and its team lost on the field. But while many of the most outspoken in the exile community wanted Cuba to lose, wore U.S. jerseys and waved the American flag, many others cheered for the Cuban team and wore its colors. There was a palpable desire among many Cubans to recover a common sense of unity that had long been out of reach.
Despite losing the game, the Cuban squad became a potent symbol transcending any attempts at political manipulation. The regime turned to the exile community to save its national enterprise, and as a result it succeeded in creating something that represented all Cubans in ways that it clearly did not anticipate.
The episode is ultimately a hopeful one. A struggling team came to represent a fragmented country seeking to reunite. As the message on the back of a fan’s shirt in the stands of LoanDepot Park said: “I’m free, Mom. But I miss you.”
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2023-03-28T10:43:09+00:00
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washingtonpost.com
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https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/2023/03/28/cuba-baseball-miami-symbol/
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COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Masked gunmen fired without warning into a crowd at a late night teen party at a South Carolina park over the weekend, wounding nine people, a sheriff said.
All nine hit by gunfire are expected to live, as well as a woman who was injured when she was run over by a fleeing car and another person who was cut on the hand, Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott said in a Sunday update on the Saturday shooting.
“So fortunate and so glad and so thankful that right now we believe that everybody is going to survive,” Lott said. “It’s not because those who were doing the shooting didn’t try.”
Deputies were called to Meadowlake Park near Columbia around 1:20 a.m. Saturday and found only a few people at the scene. Not long after, hospitals started reporting several gunshot victims arriving in emergency rooms, deputies said.
Teenagers from several high schools had gathered at the park for the afterhours “flash party” that was announced on social media and not sponsored by the local recreation commission, Lott said.
“This was people putting it out on social media and saying, ‘Come,’ and the bad people came,” the sheriff said.
The shooting appeared to be unprovoked, Lott said.
“If you think wearing a mask, sneaking around a building and shooting into a crowd makes you a man — no, you are a coward,” the sheriff said,
Many of the wounded were hit in the back as they tried to run away, Lott said.
Dozens of shell casings from several different weapons have been collected at the park, but Lott said he wasn’t ready to say exactly how many people may have been shooting.
The people injured are between the ages of 16 and 20. Lott said some were undergoing surgery Sunday.
Officers arrested two teenagers in a vehicle driving away from the scene with its headlights off and found a gun tossed from the vehicle, but Lott said investigators are still trying to figure out if it was used in the shooting.
Lott said he expects his deputies will be making other arrests soon.
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2023-05-01T02:03:54+00:00
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pahomepage.com
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https://www.pahomepage.com/news/national/9-injured-by-gunfire-at-south-carolina-party-now-recovering/
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Opportunity knocks for lesser knowns but Day and Scheffler stalk leaders
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Like a cheetah that hasn’t hit top speed as it stalks its prey, multiple time PGA TOUR winners Scottie Scheffler and Jason Day sit intriguingly poised at the AT&T Byron Nelson.
The pair of former world No. 1s have shown glimpses of their best selves over the opening three rounds at TPC Craig Ranch, but ultimately have seen a part of their game go missing in each round.
Despite the odd hiccups, they find themselves at 14-under par in a tie for fourth, two shots back from the trio of leaders in rookie Austin Eckroat, China’s Zecheng (Marty) Dou and local Texan veteran Ryan Palmer.
Can the big names find their total package on Sunday and post a number? That’s the expectation I have as they look to chalk up another win on their resumes.
But they aren’t the only chasers who can spoil the leader’s party. There are 29 players within six shots of the trio on top and with a birdie barrage certainly possible on Sunday for those going out early… opportunity knocks for players and bettors alike.
We’ve already seen an 11-under 60 this week from Thursday, while 64 and 63 led the way the following two rounds. With around a 50 percent chance the course gets some rain overnight, the dart throwing could become even more prevalent.
Given Eckroat and Dou haven’t won on TOUR, my faith they will handle the pressure of the final group isn’t solid. Palmer, a four-time winner and local favorite, brings a little more confidence… but I’m still not prepared to back him over the talent coming from behind.
With one round to go at TPC Craig Ranch here are the updated odds to win the AT&T Byron Nelson (via BetMGM Sportsbook).
+280: Scottie Scheffler (-14, T4)
+400: Ryan Palmer (-16, T1)
+700: Austin Eckroat (-16, T1)
+700: Jason Day (-14, T4)
+750: Zecheng Dou (-16, T1)
+1100: Si Wo Kim (-14, T4)
+1200: Tyrrell Hatton (-13, T8)
Here’s a look at some of the players I’m looking to back (and oppose) in what’s shaping up to be a riveting final round in the Lone Star state.
DRAWS
SCOTTIE SCHEFFLER (+280 to win, -14 T4)
I’ve been an advocate of fading Scheffler all week until this point where we get a + number with just one round to go. Scheffler’s worst round came Saturday, an even par 71 that normally would see you out of the running at TPC Craig Ranch. But despite losing strokes Off the Tee, on Approach AND putting in the third round, he sits just two shots back and well within range of another victory.
In other words, his ‘B’ game has been enough to get him in contention. If his ‘A’ game turns up on Sunday, he may well win comfortably.
A silver lining to Scheffler’s below-average Saturday is the fact he now goes out in the third to last group and can send extra nerves through the final groups should he start quick and notch up his birdie count. His name on the leaderboard will certainly affect others.
JASON DAY (+700 to win, -14 T4)
Regular readers will know I pushed for Day as a draw after the first round and then he promptly putted terribly in round two to seemingly nix his chances of a first win since 2018. At the risk of putting a jinx on my old mate, I’m going back to the well here.
In round 1, Day lost strokes around the greens. In round 2 it was putting. And on Saturday he shot 5-under 66 despite losing shots on approach. Given the Australian has been rock-solid in all categories this season, I’m going to hold the belief he can put a round together where everything clicks.
It’s been a while since he picked up his 12th TOUR win, five years ago, but he hasn’t forgotten how to close. And he’s going in with an attacking frame of mind, figuring he needs a 65 or better on Sunday.
“It doesn't get easier, but you can handle the conditions a lot easier and handle the pressure easier,” Day said Saturday. “You can't control what a guy is going to go out there and shoot tomorrow, but you can control your attitude and your emotions and just keep pushing along and hopefully if you give yourself somewhere around the lead on the back nine on a Sunday, you never know what happens.
“That's kind of the plan for tomorrow is try and get myself into contention and see how it goes on the back side. It's a course that yields a lot of birdies, so it's kind of anyone can win, just depending on how much they want to go low. I'm thinking somewhere around the 20-mark, low 20s will probably win it.”
SI WOO KIM (+1100 to win, -14 T4)
The most intriguing odds on the board at this point belong to Kim, the winner of the Sony Open in Hawaii earlier this year. A former winner of THE PLAYERS, Kim is no stranger to taking on a tough challenge and he’s certainly a player capable of going lights out with a bunch of birdies.
Of course, the talk on Kim is he can be erratic. And that’s why you see this number. Kim could just as easily shoot 62 tomorrow as 72. But at the +1100 number this might be your risk/reward play.
FADES
RYAN PALMER (+400 to win, -16 T1)
Of the three leaders, this is the hardest one to fade, but I’m going to anyway.
Palmer’s last win came in 2019 – but that was as part of a team with current world No.1 Jon Rahm at the Zurich Classic of New Orleans. His last individual win was all the way back in 2010 at the Sony Open in Hawaii.
There are reasons to like Palmer on Sunday:
He’s sleeping in his own bed.
He will have the crowd on his side.
And he’s not pre-occupied thinking ahead to next week’s PGA Championship. The AT&T Byron Nelson arguably means more to him at this point in his career then a major he knows he’s long odds to ever win.
“It's hard to win, and I'll tell you what, winning that first one, you never know if it will ever come. I don't know if I'll ever win again. It's so hard to win,” Palmer said ahead of the final round.
“But I've loved my experiences I've had when I've been in this position. I've played well. I may not have won a handful of times when I finished second, but I've been there quite often and I've played well on Sunday, just haven't gotten over that winner's hump (in a while). I'm excited. It'll be fun getting to know those guys a little bit and show them what the old guy can do.”
AUSTIN ECKROAT (+700 to win, -16 T1)
This upstart 24-year-old rookie started the event with a ho-hum 69 before scorching up the boards in the last two rounds. His 65-63 run came with 16 birdies and one double bogey as he looks to become the first graduate of the PGA TOUR University program to win on TOUR.
Eckroat has made the move on the back of lights out putting, needing just 25 and 26 putts in his last two rounds respectively. In fact, he leads the field in SG: Putting (+6.717). But will those nerves hold up as he chases a life changing result? The fact he ranks 120th on TOUR this season brings pause… as do his comments about how much is at stake come Sunday.
“It would be awesome. I mean, a lot of job security. I'm outside the top 125 right now in the FedExCup. A lot of things come with winning a PGA TOUR event, and just hoping to get that done,” Eckroat said before adding the chance to play his way in to the PGA Championship was also a carrot on his radar.
“Yes, for sure. I don't know how I can get in there. I don't know if it's only a win, but definitely be fun. Be a quick flight over to New York though. I don't mind.”
Eckroat is also ranked 17th this week in SG: Approach but his season numbers have him ranked 139th.
ZECHENG DOU (+750 to win, -16 T1)
Much like Eckroat, Marty Dou has been outperforming his season numbers considerably in the opening three rounds.
He’s ranked 46th this week in SG: Approach despite ranking 157th on the season and more alarming is the fact he has managed to sit fifth in SG: Putting despite being 195th on TOUR in the metric to this point.
Dou’s bogey-free 7-under 64 on Saturday saw him lead SG: Putting in the third round as he made 134’4” worth of putts. It’s hard to fathom he will sniff those numbers under the blowtorch of final round pressure.
While he’s a proven Korn Ferry Tour winner, Dou spoke of trying not to look at leaderboards, something that never inspires confidence in the betting community. Winners want the ball so to speak. They want to know where they stand and chase the win.
“I try not to because I don't want to think about the score too much. I know I'm playing pretty good. I don't want to like have to know who's in the lead, how much back I am to get in my head, and mess up shots,” Dou said.
“But I do think about it. It just couldn't go away because I'm not in this position that often, so hopefully it happens more through the future… I think nerves is the same thing as me playing on the Korn Ferry… You get into it and you're going to be nervous no matter what.”
One thing is for sure, it’s going to be an exciting finale. Good luck with all your picks!
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2023-05-14T19:45:18+00:00
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Make your money go further at Wayfair’s Big Furniture Sale
The American consumer has not regained confidence in spending just yet. Despite the seasonal boost, retail sales figures declined over the last 2 months of 2022, paving the way for a potentially slower economy in 2023. For Wayfair, this could actually be great news, because from now through Feb. 6, the online furniture and home goods retailer is having a massive sale. During the event, you can get everything from sofas to mattresses at up to 50% off (or more), which means your money can go twice as far.
Best buys at Wayfair’s Big Furniture Sale
Three Posts Freda 4-Piece Living Room Set
If you need to redo your living room, now is the time. This stately four-piece set includes a sofa, a loveseat, a wing chair, an ottoman and nine throw pillows. The foam-filled cushions provide comfort and the rolled arms offer elegance. Currently, this set is on sale for 55% off. Sold by Wayfair
Sealy Cool 12-Inch Medium Memory Foam Mattress with Copper Chill Technology
The layered foam construction of this Sealy foam mattress gives you body-hugging support. It’s a medium-soft gel-infused mattress that’s breathable and offers enhanced cooling. Currently, you can get this mattress for a dreamy 62% off. Sold by Wayfair
Everly Quinn Binghamton Upholstered Armchair
Some furniture fades into the background, while other pieces leap to the front to define the room. This vibrant armchair is a room-defining piece. It will make any room pop with an exuberant mood. Today, you can get this attention-getting item for an unbeatable 71% off. Sold by Wayfair
Sand & Stable Briana Freestanding Single Bathroom Vanity
The bathroom is one of the most-used rooms in your home. It should look nice. This simple vanity gives your bathroom a clean, inviting feel. It has a neutral finish to fit any decor and a backsplash to protect walls. Right now it’s available for 52% off. Sold by Wayfair
Mercury Row Helmick 6-Drawer Dresser
If you’re looking to add a splash of modern appeal to your home, this six-drawer, mid-century double dresser is a solid choice. It features splayed tapered legs, a warm palette and a minimalist design. You can buy it during Wayfair’s Big Furniture Sale for 57% off. Sold by Wayfair
Harriet Bee Cvyatko Standard Bunk Bed
With detachable guardrails, a built-in ladder and a clean design, this set of bunk beds is a space-saving option for your kids’ bedroom. If you prefer, this set can be split apart and configured as two separate beds. Today, this bunk bed is on sale for 56% off. Sold by Wayfair
Birch Lane Django Upholstered Armchair
For something a little different, consider this upholstered armchair with a nautical stripe design and nailhead trim. It has a solid wood frame for durability and there are no tools needed for assembly. This model is currently on sale for 63% off. Sold by Wayfair
Sand & Stable Brecken Freestanding Single Bathroom Vanity
If you want to give your bathroom an elegant look, this 24-inch single vanity can accomplish that. It features a polymarble sink on top and two soft-close doors. There’s also shelf space beneath the cabinet for various toiletries. You can get this vanity for 57% off. Sold by Wayfair
Gracie Oaks Coridon 33-Inch 2-Door Accent Cabinet
This beautifully designed rustic accent cabinet makes an excellent storage space for just about anything you want to hide, from extra plates to pillows. It has an adjustable shelf, exposed hardware and a quaint barn door design. It’s on sale right now for 63% off. Sold by Wayfair
Serta Jameson Armless Tufted Convertible Sleeper Futon Sofa
If space is tight, it’s important to have furniture that pulls double- or triple-duty. This slim sofa converts into a lounger and a bed, making it a highly versatile piece of furniture for a small home or apartment. At Wayfair’s Big Furniture Sale, you can purchase this multifunctional sofa for 56% off. Sold by Wayfair
Foundstone Gwen 46-Inch Console Table
Sparse and rustic, this console table is compact enough to fit in a tight space but features a clean, open design so it appears spacious. It has a lower shelf so it can hold additional items, such as books or other large decor. Right now it’s available for 60% off. Sold by Wayfair
Novogratz Bushwick Metal Platform Bed
This metal bed adds a modern coziness to your bedroom. It has round finials on the headboard and footboard posts and is available in a variety of colors, ranging from gold to sea blue. You can purchase this item for anywhere from 50% to 56% off, depending on the color. Sold by Wayfair
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2023-02-04T15:26:27+00:00
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Severe weather chances for Wednesday continue to increase as we get closer to the midweek.
As of Tuesday afternoon, almost the entire area has been upgraded to a Level 2 risk for severe weather development. This means scattered strong to severe storms will be possible and come with potentially damaging threats.
Storms will be possible during the early morning hours of Wednesday, however the highest chances for severity arrives during the late afternoon and evening hours. As clouds clear and more sunshine warms us during the late morning and afternoon, this heating will increase or instability and gives us higher chance for storm development as a cold front from the northwest passes over us.
If storms do become severe, they come with a moderate risk of damaging wind gusts and larger to very large hail. These storms also come with a risk for isolated tornado development with a few warnings possible across the region.
Stay weather aware starting tonight as we continue to track these storms. You can find the latest forecast here. We also recommend downloading the free KIMT StormTeam 3 Weather App for your smartphone so you can stay alerted wherever you go.
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2023-07-18T21:42:34+00:00
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kimt.com
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Amazon is pausing construction on its second headquarters in Virginia
By Catherine Thorbecke, CNN
Amazon is pausing construction on its second headquarters in northern Virginia, the company confirmed in a statement to CNN on Friday.
John Schoettler, Amazon’s real estate chief, said the company is pushing back the groundbreaking of the second phase of the sprawling new headquarters. The first phase is still under construction and expected to open in June.
“We’ve decided to shift the groundbreaking of PenPlace (the second phase of HQ2) out a bit,” Schoettler said in a statement. “Our second headquarters has always been a multi-year project, and we remain committed to Arlington, Virginia, and the greater Capital Region.”
Schoettler added that Amazon has already hired more than 8,000 employees at the headquarters and the company is excited to welcome them to the first phase of the new campus, dubbed Met Park, this June.
Amazon’s search for a second headquarters kicked off in 2017, spurring a major competition as local officials across the country competed for the e-commerce giant to bring jobs and other benefits to their communities. Some 238 communities submitted bids in 2017 to be the home of Amazon’s second headquarters, with some offering major tax breaks or even to rename land “city of Amazon.“
Amazon ultimately picked New York and Virginia for its new headquarters after a year-long search, but later scrapped its plans for New York after facing backlash from members of the community.
The company’s decision to pause construction comes just two months after Amazon CEO Andy Jassy confirmed the company would be eliminating more than 18,000 jobs amid a broader cost-cutting effort after Amazon hired rapidly in the early years of the pandemic.
Zach Goldsztejn, an Amazon spokesperson, told CNN that the pause is not a result or indicative of role eliminations at the company. Goldsztejn said Amazon’s long-term intention and commitment regarding HQ2 remains unchanged, including the company’s plans to bring 25,000 corporate and tech jobs to the new headquarters.
News of the construction pause was first reported by Bloomberg earlier Friday.
Amazon’s move comes as a growing number of tech companies rethink their real estate footprint and investments, amid a downturn in the tech industry driven by a shift in pandemic demand and broader economic uncertainty. Facebook-parent Meta, Microsoft, Salesforce and Snap have each shuttered offices or announced plans to cut back on real estate in recent months.
The effect of those pullbacks can already be felt across the country, from Atlanta, where Microsoft paused development of a new campus, to San Francisco, where some local businesses say they are facing the ripple effects of remote work and multiple tech office closures.
Some community members have said the tech pullback feels like “broken promises” and raised concerns about the potential fallout from these moves in their neighborhoods.
In his statement, Schoettler said Amazon remains committed to Arlington, including “investing in affordable housing, funding computer science education in schools across the region, and supporting dozens of local nonprofits.”
“We appreciate the support of all our partners and neighbors, and look forward to continuing to work together in the years ahead,” he said.
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2023-03-03T18:56:30+00:00
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MANCHESTER, England (AP) — After Erling Haaland’s latest two-goal display in the Champions League, Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola had to quell speculation that the Norway striker could already be planning a move out of the club.
Guardiola dismissed reports coming out of Spain that the striker — who took his season tally to 19 goals in 12 games with a first-half double in Wednesday’s 5-0 win over Copenhagen — has a release clause in his Man City contract that would allow him to join Real Madrid in 2024.
“It’s not true,” Guardiola said. “He doesn’t have a release clause for Real Madrid or any other team. It’s not true is all I can say. … I have the feeling he is incredibly happy here.”
Real was among a host of Europe’s leading clubs tracking Haaland last season —- but it was City who won the race for his signature in a $63 million deal from Borussia Dortmund.
Still, a future move to the Bernabeu is considered a possibility, with a release clause widely speculated about since his move to the Etihad.
“In the end, what’s going to happen in the future, who knows it?” added Guardiola. “What’s important is he is happy, he is settled perfectly, he is incredibly beloved by everyone and that’s the most important thing.”
Guardiola resisted the temptation to rest the Norway international in a game City was expected to win easily, and Haaland duly responded with two goals inside 32 minutes.
He was only denied a second successive hat trick by the acrobatics of Copenhagen goalkeeper Kamil Grabara – and his manager’s decision to withdraw him at the interval.
It was an act of mercy – and also restraint.
Because the Catalan coach appears to be enjoying Haaland’s tour de force as much as anyone right now.
His face as the 22-year-old tapped home his second goal was a picture.
Turning to the crowd and rubbing his hands together with glee there seemed to be an acknowledgement that this is almost unfair.
Haaland is too big, too strong, too fast, too clinical.
“It’s getting a little silly now,” tweeted former England striker Gary Lineker. “Making goal scoring appear absurdly easy.”
This was a latest mismatch as Copenhagen’s hapless defenders failed to track Haaland’s movement. They are in good company, with Bournemouth the only team to keep him at bay this season.
“It’s unbelievable honestly. I’ve never witnessed anything like it in my life,” City midfielder Jack Grealish said about Haaland. “For the first and second goals I was just laughing. He is always there.
“The keeper said something to me as I was walking back. He said, ‘He’s not human!’ I said, ‘You’re telling me?’ Hopefully he can carry on this form and take us to glory.”
That is the question hanging over Haaland. Can he be the man to finally lead City to its first Champions League triumph?
Guardiola is yet to conquer Europe without Lionel Messi – despite taking charge of supremely talented squads at Bayern Munich and City since he won the competition for the second time with Barcelona in 2011.
The closest he has come was losing to Chelsea in the final of 2021.
But in Haaland, he has secured arguably the most fearsome attacking threat in world football. And while he may not possess Messi’s unique technical qualities, he is proving an irresistible match-winner to compare to the Argentina legend.
After hitting three against Manchester United in a 6-3 win on Sunday, he looked set to record his fourth hat trick of the season against Copenhagen.
Instead, Guardiola withdrew him, as City continued its demolition of the Danish champion without him.
Riyad Mahrez scored from the penalty spot 10 minutes into the second half after Marko Stamenic brought down Aymeric Laporte.
City could and should have added several more goals, with Jack Grealish repeatedly coming close either side of the interval – but Julian Alvarez made it 5-0 when turning home Mahrez’s ball in the 76th minute.
Haaland scored after just seven minutes — powering a first-time shot past Grabara after impressive work from Joao Cancello.
He doubled the lead in the 32-minute — tapping into an empty net after Sergio Gomez’ shot was parried by Grabara.
It looked like Haaland had completed his hat trick when City made it 3-0 six minutes before halftime — but Gomez’s effort was diverted over the line by Copenhagen defender David Khocholava with the striker set to pounce.
Copenhagen coach Jacob Neestrup acknowledged that his team was powerless to stop a player of Haaland’s prowess.
“We prepared, but he’s a top class striker,” he said. “I saw the goals and the second goal there was a shot and when you see the way he moves when the ball was on the way and he gets the rebound like it was natural.
“He’s just a top-class player.”
The win continued City’s 100 percent record in Group G, three points clear of Borussia Dortmund, which beat Sevilla 4-1. They can secure qualification to the round of 16 with victory away to Copenhagen next week.
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2022-10-05T23:30:53+00:00
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Music for the Eyes. Magic for the Ears –From Bayreuth Festival to the Sistine Chapel and Forbidden City
Historic label announces brand-new classical music platform offering an extensive range of video AND audio uniquely all in one place
STAGE+ content to include new repertoire, livestreamed events from around the globe, outstanding concert and opera performances from the archives, and new and archived DG and Decca audio releases
TV, mobile and web apps will support the newest formats, including productions in 4K resolution and Dolby Atmos
Watch the trailer here
BERLIN and LONDON, Nov. 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The world's oldest record label, Deutsche Grammophon – a division of Universal Music Group, the world leader in music-based entertainment – today announces the launch of STAGE+, a ground-breaking classical music subscription service, offering livestreams, a huge video archive and new audio releases – all on one platform.
The latest milestone in classical music's digital development, STAGE+ has been designed to place audiences at the heart of what happens on stage. Subscribers will be brought closer than ever before to Universal Music Group's roster of world-class artists and beyond, via a wide range of content – including exclusive live premieres; long-form concert and opera programmes; music videos; documentaries and behind-the-scenes interviews; new audio releases, as well as albums from the legendary Deutsche Grammophon and Decca catalogues. This rich array of content will all be made available in the highest possible quality, including Hi-Res and Dolby Atmos.
Thanks to partnerships with leading international opera companies, orchestras, concert halls and festivals, STAGE+ will be able to showcase the best new performances every week. Bayreuth will be one of the festivals initially featured, with the most comprehensive selection of performances from several decades, ranging from the very latest (2022) Ring cycle to the legendary "Centenary Ring". The first premiere stream on the platform sees Víkingur Ólafsson performing music from his latest album, From Afar, in full from Harpa, Iceland, and further content in the first few weeks includes Bach's Christmas Oratorio performed at St Martin-in-the-Fields in London, Max Richter's Voices from Hamburg's Elbphilharmonie on Human Rights Day and a Mahler cycle from Vienna's Musikverein. More livestreamed events and cycles will be announced in due course. The curated live and video-on-demand streams will also include Deutsche Grammophon's pioneering Yellow Lounge classical club nights across the globe, a Rising Stars series and performances at World Heritage Sites such as the Forbidden City, Sistine Chapel or the neolithic settlement of Carnac in France.
STAGE+ represents a step change in the audio-visual presentation of classical music online. "We are about to enter an exciting new era for streamed classical performances," says Deutsche Grammophon's Vice President Consumer Business, Robert Zimmermann. "STAGE+ will explore the limitless creative and curatorial possibilities that digital technologies have to offer to bring the creative work of DG's artists – and beyond – closer to their audience."
Dickon Stainer, President and CEO of Global Classics & Jazz and Verve Label Group, welcomes the new level of outstanding audience engagement. "STAGE+ uniquely immerses the fan in a dedicated multi-dimensional classical experience of the highest quality, complementing the breadth of our repertoire presented on our partners' services." he said. "It offers artists the place for their live and filmed performances to sit directly alongside their studio recordings, enabling an integrated experience for classical artist discovery by devoted fans of the genre."
Optimised metadata will enable classical fans to search via title and access individual works, movements or opera scenes, with every search linked to all relevant audio and video content available for any particular artist, composer, work, venue or partner organisation. Users will be able to save favourites and download content to mobile devices for offline viewing or listening.
The platform will be available as a TV, mobile and web app to STAGE+ subscribers, with many videos offered in 4K resolution and Dolby Atmos Music. Audio content will be in Hi-Res Lossless format, virtually indistinguishable from the original studio recording. Such technological edge has also inspired the platform's motto:
Music for the Eyes. Magic for the Ears.
This innovation marks a new chapter in the label's history, as the world's oldest record label, founded in 1898 in Hanover by Emil Berliner, the inventor of the gramophone. The technology company Siemens and its renowned Arts Program will be a partner and supporter of STAGE+. This ongoing relationship in the field of audiovisual streaming and cultural outreach recalls the historic role played by Siemens as a significant shareholder in the Yellow Label between 1941 and 1987.
Dr Clemens Trautmann, President Deutsche Grammophon, explains: "We want to revolutionise the way people access classical music and, working together with our wonderful partners and family of musicians, bring them the very best of what the art form has to offer. Our artists' initial feedback on STAGE+ has been incredibly positive, as this is the first service where their stage life and media output can be presented comprehensively in one place. In 2023 DG will be celebrating its 125th anniversary, and STAGE+ is the latest example of the creative and innovative thinking that has been the hallmark of the label since its foundation."
"There's an enormous appetite for great classical music content online," comments Frank Briegmann, Chairman & CEO Universal Music Central Europe & Deutsche Grammophon. "We've seen significant growth in demand for livestreamed concerts and opera performances since launching DG Stage almost two years ago. STAGE+ will transform the space for online classical music. I wish to thank our incredible team and our partner organisations for all their hard work and dedication to STAGE+. They have built something special that's sure to delight and inspire the global classical audience."
Upcoming exclusive livestreams and premieres:
- PREMIERE: Víkingur Ólafsson performs From Afar in its entirety from Harpa (25 Nov)
- PREMIERE: New Wagner Ring cycle from Bayreuth Festival 2022: Das Rheingold (28 Nov), Die Walküre (30 Nov), Siegfried (2 Dec) and Götterdämmerung (4 Dec)
- PREMIERE: Max Richter's Voices from the Elbphilharmonie Hamburg (10 Dec)
- LIVE: Bach's Christmas Oratorio performed by Sir John Eliot Gardiner, the Monteverdi Choir and English Baroque Soloists at St Martin-in-the-Fields (13 & 15 Dec)
- PREMIERE: Christmas in Berlin with Albrecht Mayer and Hera Hyesang Park (23 Dec)
- LIVE: Beethoven's Ninth Symphony with Andrè Schuen, Andris Nelsons and the Gewandhausorchester in Leipzig (31 Dec)
- PREMIERE: Yuja Wang presents works by Kapustin, Beethoven and Ligeti at the Vienna Konzerthaus (6 Jan)
- LIVE: Mahler's Seventh Symphony with Andris Nelsons and the Wiener Philharmoniker at the Vienna Musikverein (15 Jan)
- PREMIERE: Hélène Grimaud and baritone Konstantin Krimmel perform music by Brahms and Silvestrov at the Stienitzsee Turbine Hall (21 Jan)
- PREMIERE: Seong-Jin Cho plays works by Handel at the Siemens Villa in Berlin (3 Feb)
… and more. For further information please visit:
www.stage-plus.com
One of the most prestigious names in global classical music since its foundation in 1898, Deutsche Grammophon has always stood for the highest standards of artistry and sound quality. Home to the greatest artists of all time, the famous yellow label is a beacon to which music lovers all over the world look for outstanding musical interpretations, audio recordings and visual productions. Highly dedicated to the development of new repertoire in art music, Deutsche Grammophon fosters and promotes a whole range of popular contemporary artists and eminent composers. The label also prides itself on its innovative use of the latest technology to provide music digitally to audiences worldwide.
Deutsche Grammophon's current artist roster boasts some of the most distinguished figures in classical and contemporary music today, including Martha Argerich, Daniel Barenboim, Gustavo Dudamel, Elīna Garanča, Hélène Grimaud, Evgeny Kissin, Lang Lang, Anne-Sophie Mutter, Andris Nelsons, Yannick Nézet-Séguin, Murray Perahia, Maurizio Pollini, Grigory Sokolov, Bryn Terfel, Daniil Trifonov, Rolando Villazón and Krystian Zimerman, as well as Joep Beving, Hildur Guðnadóttir, Dustin O'Halloran, Agnes Obel, Víkingur Ólafsson and Max Richter. In addition, the label's catalogue represents the cultural legacy of whole generations of maestri and features recordings from many of the finest artists in music history, including Claudio Abbado, Leonard Bernstein, Pierre Boulez, Vladimir Horowitz, Jóhann Jóhannsson, Herbert von Karajan, Carlos Kleiber, Mstislav Rostropovich and Andrés Segovia.
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The 2023 Volkswagen Golf GTI gets a 40th Anniversary Edition with special styling elements and a limited production run of 1,500 units.
While the GTI launched in Europe in 1976, this special edition celebrates the hot hatchback’s 1983 North American launch as the Rabbit GTI. The gap between launches was so great that the first year of the GTI in North America was also the last for the original GTI Mk I in Europe. A Mk II version launched there the following year, and in the U.S. in 1985.
The GTI 40th Anniversary Edition sports “40” decals, an illuminated grille, and gloss black 19-inch wheels from the European-market GTI Clubsport 45 model, shod with summer tires. VW is offering four exterior color choices: Tornado Red, Opal White Pearl, Pomelo Yellow Metallic, and Urano Grey (which is unique to the Anniversary Edition).
On the inside, the special edition has a “40” badge for the steering wheel, Scalepaper Plaid cloth seats, and the traditional GTI golf ball shift knob.
Mechanical bits are the same as any other GTI, including a 2.0-liter turbo-4 engine making 241 hp and 273 lb-ft of torque. It drives the front wheels through 6-speed manual or 7-speed dual-clutch transmissions.
The GTI was redesigned for the 2022 model year, moving to the Mk VIII Golf platform and gaining features like standard adaptive damping and an elaborate Digital Cockpit interface with a 10.3-inch digital instrument cluster and touchpad controls on the steering wheel.
Pricing starts at $34,150 with the manual transmission and $34,950 with the dual-clutch gearbox, both including destination. Those are increases of $3,025 for the manual and $2,525 for the dual-clutch transmission over the base GTI S, but VW said it intends the 40th Anniversary Edition to slot between the S and the SE trim levels.
The GTI 40th Anniversary Edition isn’t the only special-edition VW hot hatch for the 2023 model year. VW is also selling a Golf R 20th Anniversary Edition to mark two decades of all-wheel-drive hot hatches. It gets carbon-fiber interior trim and a sunroof delete to lower the center of gravity, and it will be limited to a production run of 1,800 units.
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2022-10-27T07:58:26+00:00
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By AARON BEARD
AP Sports Writer
RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — The Carolina Hurricanes spent the first period swarming the puck and closing just about any fleeting bit of open ice the New Jersey Devils could find.
It was a dominating start to their second-round playoff series — and the blueprint the Hurricanes know they must follow going forward.
The Hurricanes got goals from Brett Pesce and Seth Jarvis alongside a suffocating defensive performance in the first, allowing Carolina to jump quickly on New Jersey en route to a 5-1 win Wednesday night to start this best-of-seven series.
Jesperi Kotkaniemi, Brady Skeji and Jesper Fast also scored for the Hurricanes, who took the Devils completely out of any type of first-period flow while surrendering a single shot on goal. Meanwhile, Pesce scored on a low-flying shot through traffic to beat Akira Schmid and Jarvis blew past Ryan Graves near the blue line to beat Schmid over his glove for a 2-0 lead.
By the time Kotkaniemi followed early in the second, Schmid was headed for the bench.
“That’s a super-skilled team that is fast and comes in waves,” said Carolina forward Jordan Martinook, who found Kotkaniemi for his point-blank putaway. ” If you can stay on top of them and kind of limit their space, that’s what we’re going to have to do.
“Yeah, it’s hard. It’s a lot of work, but we’re willing to put it in.”
Game 2 is Friday night in Raleigh.
Nathan Bastian scored for the Devils, who played this one without trade-acquisition Timo Meier following his huge hit from New York Rangers forward Jacob Trouba during Monday’s Game 7 win. Bastian’s goal came when he got loose coming into the zone to beat Frederik Andersen at 5:02 of the second period, but the Devils got not closer.
“They backed us into a corner right away,” Devils coach Lindy Ruff said.
The Hurricanes pushed into the second round after beating the New York Islanders, with the Game 6 clincher coming Friday night. That gave a team with an injury-hit group of forwards a few extra days to regroup, and Carolina jumped right back in to establish its style and play confidently from in front with the backing of a loud home-ice crowd.
“We played fast, physical,” Skjei said. “We got some pucks to the net. It was just the way we wanted to start, that first period.”
The Devils are in the playoffs for the first time since 2018 and won a series for the first time in 11 years. But they had less than 48 hours following the Game 7 clincher against the Rangers to get ready for Wednesday’s puck drop. Ruff had said Tuesday he liked jumping right into a series to keep rolling.
Instead, the Devils’ lone shot in the first period was a wrister from Bastian that looked more like an entry pass from the blue line before dribbling its way to Andersen at 12:15.
New Jersey eventually began to establish its style in the second, but by then, the Devils were fighting uphill.
“We didn’t get to our game,” captain Jesper Bratt said. “We were a little sloppy on the puck. We were a little slow getting to pucks and supporting each other. When you’re not supporting each other against a team like this … you’re not going to create that much.”
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The Hurricanes went back to Andersen in net over Antti Raanta after Andersen got his first start of the playoffs in the Game 6 clincher against the New York Islanders. He finished with 18 saves.
The 22-year-old Schmid had been terrific in the first round, posting a 1.38 goals-against average and a .951 save percentage while posting two shutouts. But he surrendered three goals on 11 shots.
“It had nothing to do with our goalie,” Ruff said. “I could’ve taken multiple players out.”
Vitek Vanecek had 10 saves on 11 shots in relief, though he survived one second-period power play that saw Carolina’s Sebastian Aho hit the left pos, then Jarvis follow with his own ping moments later.
AT STAKE
This is a matchup of the top teams in the Metropolitan Division, with the Hurricanes winning their final regular-season game to edge the Devils by a point (113-112) in the standings. And with Boston gone in a first-round stunner after a record-setting regular season, the winner of this series will have home-ice advantage for the rest of the playoffs.
NOTEWORTHY
Fast’s goal was an empty-netter. … Devils star Jack Hughes managed two shots while seeing plenty of defensive attention from Carolina captain Jordan Staal. … New Jersey lost Games 1 and 2 of the Rangers series by the same score at home before rallying to win. … Carolina forward Jack Drury returned after being knocked from the first-round series against the Islanders on a jarring hit into the boards from Ryan Pulock in Game 4. … Jesper Boqvist was back in the lineup with Meier out after playing five games against the Rangers.
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2023-05-04T03:28:36+00:00
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FLORHAM PARK, N.J. (AP) — The trade of quarterback Aaron Rodgers from Green Bay to New York puts one of the greatest players in NFL history in a Jets uniform.
Despite a 54-year Super Bowl drought and the league’s longest active streak without a playoff appearance (12 seasons), the Jets have acquired several Hall of Fame players over the years. Some had big impacts, while others simply made a pitstop in New York on their way to Canton.
Here are some of the most notable players who joined the Jets late in their careers and ended up in the Pro Football Hall of Fame — mostly for their accomplishments elsewhere:
QB BRETT FAVRE: After 17 NFL seasons, including 16 in Green Bay, the three-time MVP and one-time Super Bowl champion was traded to New York during training camp in 2008 for a conditional fourth-round draft pick. He got the Jets off to an 8-3 start before a shoulder injury affected his performance and New York missed the playoffs. Favre retired after his stint with the Jets before returning to play two more years with Minnesota.
Jets stats: 3,472 yards passing, 22 TDs, 22 INTs in 16 games. Pro Football Hall of Fame: 2016.
RB LaDAINIAN TOMLINSON: The 2006 NFL MVP and Offensive Player of the Year was one of the most electric players in league history as a speedy and elusive double threat out of the Chargers’ backfield. After nine seasons in San Diego, Tomlinson signed with the Jets in 2010 and helped them to the AFC title game. Not nearly as dynamic a player in his two years with New York, he retired after the 2011 season.
Jets stats: 1,194 yards and 7 TDs on 294 carries with 94 catches for 817 yards and two TDs in 29 games. Pro Football Hall of Fame: 2017.
S RONNIE LOTT: The hard-hitting defensive back helped San Francisco win four Super Bowl titles during his 10 seasons with the 49ers. After two seasons with the Raiders, Lott signed with the Jets as a free agent in 1993. He was still a quality safety during his two-year stint with the Jets.
Jets stats: three interceptions, two sacks and six forced fumbles in 31 games. Pro Football Hall of Fame: 2000.
WR ART MONK: After a 14-year career in Washington during which he was one of the league’s most productive wide receivers and had a then-NFL record 106 receptions in 1984, Monk signed with New York as a free agent in 1994. At 36, his best days were behind him. He wasn’t re-signed and spent his final NFL season in Philadelphia.
Jets stats: 46 receptions, 581 yards, three TDs in 16 games. Pro Football Hall of Fame: 2008.
DE/LB JASON TAYLOR: Taylor was already established as one of the NFL’s top pass rushers when he left the Dolphins to join the AFC East-rival Jets in 2010. He was a good fit for Rex Ryan’s aggressive defense that helped New York to the AFC title game. Taylor returned to Miami for one final season before retiring.
Jets stats: 5 sacks, 1 safety, 6 passes defensed, 2 forced fumbles, 2 fumble recoveries in 16 games. Pro Football Hall of Fame: 2017.
G ALAN FANECA: Faneca played 10 years with Pittsburgh, helping the Steelers win a Super Bowl while also becoming one of the NFL’s top guards as a ferocious run blocker. The six-time All-Pro signed a five-year deal with the Jets in 2008, helping them make the AFC title game that season. He also was selected to the Pro Bowl in two years with the Jets before being released in a cost-cutting move. Faneca played one final year in Arizona.
Jets stats: 32 games, 32 starts. Pro Football Hall of Fame: 2021.
S ED REED: The five-time All-Pro and 2004 Defensive Player of the Year with Baltimore was on the back end of his illustrious career when Ryan lured him to the Jets after being waived by Houston in 2013. Reed had three interceptions in his short tenure with the Jets and retired after spending the 2014 season out of football.
Jets stats: 3 INTs, 4 passes defensed in seven games, including five starts. Pro Football Hall of Fame: 2019.
S STEVE ATWATER: One of the most feared safeties in NFL history because of his ferocious hits, Atwater spent 10 seasons in Denver and helped win a Super Bowl while twice being selected an All-Pro and making eight Pro Bowl teams. He signed with the Jets in 1999 and spent one season in New York before retiring.
Jets stats: 1 pass defensed, 1 forced fumble in 12 games, including 11 starts. Pro Football Hall of Fame: 2020.
CB TY LAW: The three-time Super Bowl champion with New England had two stints with the Jets. He had a league-leading 10 interceptions and made the Pro Bowl after signing a three-year deal with New York as a free agent in 2005. He was a salary-cap cut the following offseason, but rejoined the Jets midway through the 2008 season after two years in Kansas City. Law retired after one more season in Denver.
Jets stats: 10 INTs, 20 passes defensed, 1 forced fumble, 1 fumble recovery in 23 games. Pro Football Hall of Fame: 2019.
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2023-04-25T10:23:37+00:00
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CAMBRIDGE, Mass. (AP) — Computer scientists who helped build the foundations of today’s artificial intelligence technology are warning of its dangers, but that doesn’t mean they agree on what those dangers are or how to prevent them.
Humanity’s survival is threatened when “smart things can outsmart us,” so-called Godfather of AI Geoffrey Hinton said at a conference Wednesday at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology.
After retiring from Google so he could speak more freely, the 75-year-old Hinton said he’s recently changed his views about the reasoning capabilities of the computer systems he’s spent a lifetime researching.
“These things will have learned from us, by reading all the novels that ever were and everything Machiavelli ever wrote, how to manipulate people,” Hinton said, addressing the crowd attending MIT Technology Review’s EmTech Digital conference from his home via video. “Even if they can’t directly pull levers, they can certainly get us to pull levers.”
“I wish I had a nice simple solution for this, but I don’t,” he added. “I’m not sure there is a solution.”
Fellow AI pioneer Yoshua Bengio, co-winner with Hinton of the top computer science prize, told The Associated Press on Wednesday that he’s “pretty much aligned” with Hinton’s concerns brought on by chatbots such as ChatGPT and related technology, but worries that to simply say “We’re doomed” is not going to help.
“The main difference, I would say, is he’s kind of a pessimistic person, and I’m more on the optimistic side,” said Bengio, a professor at the University of Montreal. “I do think that the dangers — the short-term ones, the long-term ones — are very serious and need to be taken seriously by not just a few researchers but governments and the population.”
There are plenty of signs that governments are listening. The White House has called in the CEOs of Google, Microsoft and ChatGPT-maker OpenAI to meet Thursday with Vice President Kamala Harris in what’s being described by officials as a frank discussion on how to mitigate both the near-term and long-term risks of their technology. European lawmakers are also accelerating negotiations to pass sweeping new AI rules.
But all the talk of the most dire future dangers has some worried that hype around superhuman machines — which don’t yet exist — is distracting from attempts to set practical safeguards on current AI products that are largely unregulated.
Margaret Mitchell, a former leader on Google’s AI ethics team, said she’s upset that Hinton didn’t speak out during his decade in a position of power at Google, especially after the 2020 ouster of prominent Black scientist Timnit Gebru, who had studied the harms of large language models before they were widely commercialized into products such as ChatGPT and Google’s Bard.
“It’s a privilege that he gets to jump from the realities of the propagation of discrimination now, the propagation of hate language, the toxicity and nonconsensual pornography of women, all of these issues that are actively harming people who are marginalized in tech,” said Mitchell, who was also forced out of Google in the aftermath of Gebru’s departure. “He’s skipping over all of those things to worry about something farther off.”
Bengio, Hinton and a third researcher, Yann LeCun, who works at Facebook parent Meta, were all awarded the Turing Prize in 2019 for their breakthroughs in the field of artificial neural networks, instrumental to the development of today’s AI applications such as ChatGPT.
Bengio, the only one of the three who didn’t take a job with a tech giant, has voiced concerns for years about near-term AI risks, including job market destabilization, automated weaponry and the dangers of biased data sets.
But those concerns have grown recently, leading Bengio to join other computer scientists and tech business leaders like Elon Musk and Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak in calling for a six-month pause on developing AI systems more powerful than OpenAI’s latest model, GPT-4.
Bengio said Wednesday he believes the latest AI language models already pass the “Turing test” named after British codebreaker and AI pioneer Alan Turing’s method introduced in 1950 to measure when AI becomes indistinguishable from a human — at least on the surface.
“That’s a milestone that can have drastic consequences if we’re not careful,” Bengio said. “My main concern is how they can be exploited for nefarious purposes to destabilize democracies, for cyber attacks, disinformation. You can have a conversation with these systems and think that you’re interacting with a human. They’re difficult to spot.”
Where researchers are less likely to agree is on how current AI language systems — which have many limitations, including a tendency to fabricate information — will actually get smarter than humans.
Aidan Gomez was one of the co-authors of the pioneering 2017 paper that introduced a so-called transformer technique — the “T” at the end of ChatGPT — for improving the performance of machine-learning systems, especially in how they learn from passages of text. Then just a 20-year-old intern at Google, Gomez remembers laying on a couch at the company’s California headquarters when his team sent out the paper around 3 a.m. when it was due.
“Aidan, this is going to be so huge,” he remembers a colleague telling him, of the work that’s since helped lead to new systems that can generate humanlike prose and imagery.
Six years later and now CEO of his own AI company called Cohere, which Hinton has invested in, Gomez is enthused about the potential applications of these systems but bothered by fearmongering he says is “detached from the reality” of their true capabilities and “relies on extraordinary leaps of imagination and reasoning.”
“The notion that these models are somehow gonna get access to our nuclear weapons and launch some sort of extinction-level event is not a productive discourse to have,” Gomez said. “It’s harmful to those real pragmatic policy efforts that are trying to do something good.”
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2023-05-03T19:40:13+00:00
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WASHINGTON (AP) — Democrats held onto a string of competitive governors’ seats in the midterm elections after making the case to voters that Republican challengers posed a threat to abortion rights and democracy in their states.
The wins by Democrats in more than half a dozen states came despite Republican efforts to blame the party in power for problems like inflation and rising crime and national headwinds that were expected to favor the GOP.
Of the 36 governors’ races being decided in Tuesday’s elections, Democrats flipped Massachusetts and Maryland, and it was too early to say Wednesday whether they could win control of the Arizona governor’s office for the first time since 2006.
Elsewhere in the West, Republicans were hoping to win back control of the Nevada governor’s mansion, which they lost in 2018 after a two-decade hold, and were vying for an upset in deep-blue Oregon, where a surprisingly close race could put a Republican in the top job for the first time in 40 years.
Going into the elections, the GOP held a 28-22 edge in governors’ seats.
The winners of this year’s election will be in power during the 2024 presidential election and could shape their state’s voting laws or play a role in certifying the election results. And with the U.S. Supreme Court ending the national right to an abortion this summer, governors have even more power regarding whether and how that right exists in their state.
Democrats who held onto their seats in competitive contests made a point of highlighting both issues in their victory speeches and framing their wins as a sign those concerns galvanized voters.
“Tonight New Mexico said ‘no’ to a political crusade that wants to turn women into second-class citizens,” the state’s Democratic governor, Michelle Lujan Grisham, told supporters in Albuquerque late Tuesday night.
“You showed up because you saw our democracy was on the brink of existence and you decided to do a damn thing about it,” Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers declared.
In battleground Arizona, it was too early to call a race pitting Democratic Secretary of State Katie Hobbs, who defended the state’s 2020 election results, against Republican former television news anchor Kari Lake, who said she would not have certified the results.
Hobbs, who gained prominence for defending Arizona’s 2020 election results showing President Joe Biden’s victory in the state, was leading. Lake gained national attention as a breakout GOP star known for her combative style on the campaign trail and ease in front of the cameras.
In Nevada, where Republican Joe Lombardo was seeking to oust one-term Democratic Gov. Steve Sisolak, the winner was not expected to be known for several days. The battleground state was a rare spot where Democrats, rather than Republicans, tried to put the spotlight on crime rates, blaming staffing decisions by Lombardo, the Las Vegas-area sheriff. Lombardo countered by pointing to legislation passed by Democrats in the state legislature that he deemed “soft-on-crime.”
Sisolak sought to make abortion access part of his campaign, while Lombardo said he would govern from a “pro-life lens.”
In Kansas, Gov. Laura Kelly had been expected to have a tough race as the only Democratic governor running for reelection this year in a state that Trump won two years ago.
But Kelly won a second term by defeating Republican Derek Schmidt, who tried to link her to Biden and high inflation. Though Kelly did not emphasize her support for abortion rights in her campaign, she was likely buoyed by a statewide vote in August affirming abortion rights.
The U.S. will now have the largest number of female governors serving at one time, with 12 women set to lead states in 2023. Ten women were declared winners of gubernatorial races on Tuesday, and Oregon will elect a woman in either Democrat Tina Kotek or Republican Christine Drazan. Massachusetts, New York and Arkansas will be led by women for the first time.
Massachusetts voters elected Democrat Maura Healey, who put the governor’s office back in Democratic hands for the first time in eight years and will become the country’s first openly lesbian candidate to be elected governor.
Sarah Sanders was elected Arkansas governor, becoming the first woman to lead that state. The former White House press secretary will assume the office once held by her father, Mike Huckabee.
Democratic Gov. Kathy Hochul won election in New York, becoming the first woman elected to the post she took over in 2021 after former Gov. Andrew Cuomo resigned after facing sexual harassment allegations, which he denied.
Voters also made history in Maryland, electing Wes Moore, seen as a Democratic rising star, as that state’s first Black governor. Moore is only the third Black politician elected governor in the United States after Virginia’s Douglas Wilder in 1989 and Deval Patrick of Massachusetts in 2006.
Republican incumbents in Texas and Georgia fended off Democratic stars who attracted national attention but fell short with voters in their states. Former Rep. Beto O’Rourke lost to Gov. Greg Abbott in red-state Texas, while Stacey Abrams lost again to Gov. Brian Kemp in Georgia, a rematch from 2018.
Several governors seen as potential 2024 presidential candidates cemented expected wins.
Republican Govs. Ron DeSantis of Florida and Kristi Noem of South Dakota won reelection, as did California Gov. Gavin Newsom and Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker, both Democrats.
DeSantis, one of the GOP’s biggest stars, had a commanding win in Florida as his party deepened its hold on the former swing state.
The governor, who is widely seen as former President Donald Trump’s most formidable challenger if he runs in 2024, said in a victory speech that his win was a triumph in a culture war against a liberal “woke agenda.”
“We fight the woke in the Legislature. We fight the woke in the schools. We fight the woke in the corporations. We will never, ever surrender to the woke mob. Florida is where woke goes to die,” DeSantis said. He wrapped up his speech by declaring: “I have only begun to fight.”
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2022-11-10T12:55:35+00:00
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RICE LAKE, Wis., Aug. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Leading lever action firearms manufacturer Henry Repeating Arms is proud to announce that its latest Guns For Great Causes campaign raised $36,400 for the family of Danica Brianne Mulholland. After losing their 12-year-old daughter to a three-year battle with brain cancer, the Levittown, Pennsylvania family is receiving a check from the sale of 50 Henry Golden Boy lever action rifles to assist with any outstanding medical and funeral expenses.
Danica was undergoing treatment for a grade IV medulloblastoma when Henry Repeating Arms CEO and Founder Anthony Imperato jumped at the opportunity to assist the family through the company's charitable branch, Guns for Great Causes. Henry Repeating Arms donated all the rifles, and Baron Engraving of Trumbull, Connecticut, donated their services to create the engraved artwork in tribute to Danica's life. The "Danica Strong" edition rifles sold out within two hours of the initial release announcement, and auctions of the first and last serial numbers brought in an additional $4,000 total. Since 2020, the program has distributed over $325,000 to individual families of sick children.
"Danica's memory will live on in all of us at Henry," says Anthony Imperato. "Her tenacity, grace, and unending kindness for those around her is something everyone can learn from and keep with them. My sincerest thanks to all who choose to support our Guns for Great Causes mission."
On top of these individual campaigns for sick children and in celebration of its 25th anniversary this year, Henry Repeating Arms is highlighting its charitable endeavors with a $1,000,000 pledge to benefit several different categories from children's hospitals, organizations supporting military veterans, first responders, law enforcement, wildlife conservation, and hunting and shooting sports education. Recent beneficiaries include the Veterans of Foreign Wars and the Tunnel to Towers Foundation.
For more information about Henry Repeating Arms and its products, visit henryusa.com or call 866-200-2354.
Henry Repeating Arms is one of the leading rifle and shotgun manufacturers in the United States and a world leader in the lever action category. The company motto is "Made in America, or not made at all," and its firearms come with a lifetime guarantee backed by award-winning customer service. The company is also known for its Guns For Great Causes charitable program, which focuses on assisting the families of sick children, children's hospitals, military veteran organizations, Second Amendment advocacy groups, and wildlife conservation organizations. The company currently employs over 550 people and has over 330,000sf of manufacturing space in its Wisconsin and New Jersey facilities. The company is named in honor of Benjamin Tyler Henry, who invented and patented the Henry lever action rifle in 1860 – the first practical repeating rifle and America's unique contribution to the international stage of firearms design. Visit Henry Repeating Arms online at henryusa.com, on Facebook at facebook.com/HenryRepeating, and @henry_rifles on Instagram.
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2022-08-16T15:53:19+00:00
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Before Election Day, anxiety mounted over potential chaos at the polls.
Election officials warned about poll watchers who had been steeped in conspiracy theories falsely claiming that then-President Donald Trump did not actually lose the 2020 election. Democrats and voting rights groups worried about the effects of new election laws,in some Republican-controlled states, that President Joe Biden decried as “Jim Crow 2.0.” Law enforcement agencies were monitoring possible threats at the polls.
Yet Election Day, and the weeks of early voting before it, went fairly smoothly. There were some reports of unruly poll watchers disrupting voting, but they were scattered. Groups of armed vigilantes began watching over a handful of ballot drop boxes in Arizona until a judge ordered them to stay far away to ensure they would not intimidate voters. And while it might take months to figure out their full impact, GOP-backed voting laws enacted after the 2020 election did not appear to cause major disruptions the way they did during the March primary in Texas.
“The entire ecosystem in a lot of ways has become more resilient in the aftermath of 2020,” said Amber McReynolds, a former Denver elections director who advises a number of voting rights organizations. “There’s been a lot of effort on ensuring things went well.”
Even though some voting experts’ worst fears didn’t materialize, some voters still experienced the types of routine foul-ups that happen on a small scale in every election. Many of those fell disproportionately on Black and Hispanic voters.
“Things went better than expected,” said Amir Badat of the NAACP Legal Defense Fund. “But we have to say that with a caveat: Our expectations are low.”
Badat said his organization recorded long lines at various polling places from South Carolina to Texas.
There were particular problems in Harris County, Texas, which includes Houston. Shortages of paper ballots and at least one polling location opening late led to long lines and triggered an investigation of the predominantly Democratic county by the state’s Republican authorities.
The investigation is partly a reflection of how certain voting snafus on Election Day are increasingly falling on Republican voters, who have been discouraged from using mailed ballots or using early in-person voting by Trump and his allies. But it’s a very different problem from what Texas had during its March primary.
Then, a controversial new voting law that increased the requirements on mail ballots led to about 13% of all such ballots being rejected, much higher compared with other elections. It was an ominous sign for a wave of new laws, passed after Trump’s loss to Biden and false claims about mail voting, but there have been no problems of that scale reported for the general election.
Texas changed the design of its mail ballots, which solved many of the problems voters had putting identifying information in the proper place. Other states that added regulations on voting didn’t appear to have widespread problems, though voting rights groups and analysts say it will take weeks of combing through data to find out the laws’ impacts.
The Brennan Center for Justice at the NYU School of Law is compiling data to determine whether new voting laws in states such as Georgia contributed to a drop in turnout among Black and Hispanic voters.
Preliminary figures show turnout was lower this year than in the last midterm election four years ago in Florida, Georgia, Iowa and Texas — four states that passed significant voting restrictions since the 2020 election — although there could be a number of reasons why.
“It’s difficult to judge, empirically, the kind of effect these laws have on turnout because so many factors go into turnout,” said Rick Hasen, an election law expert at the University of California, Los Angeles law school. “You also have plenty of exaggeration on the Democratic side that any kind of change in voting laws are going to cause some major effect on the election, which has been proven not to be the case.”
In Georgia, for example, Republicans made it more complicated to apply for mailed ballots after the 2020 election — among other things, requiring voters to include their driver’s license number or some other form of identification rather than a signature. That may be one reason why early in-person voting soared in popularity in the state this year, and turnout there dipped only slightly from 2018.
Jason Snead, executive director of the conservative Honest Elections Project, which advocates for tighter voting laws, said the fairly robust turnout in the midterm elections shows that fears of the new voting regulations were overblown.
“We are on the back end of an election that was supposed to be the end of democracy, and it very much was not,” Snead said.
Poll watchers were a significant concern of voting rights groups and election officials heading into Election Day. The representatives of the two major political parties are a key part of any secure election process, credentialed observers who can object to perceived violations of rules.
But this year, groups aligned with conspiracy theorists who challenged Biden’s 2020 victory recruited poll watchers heavily, and some states reported that aggressive volunteers caused disruptions during the primary. But there were fewer issues in November.
In North Carolina, where several counties had reported problems with poll watchers in the May primary, the state elections board reported 21 incidents of misbehavior at the polls in the general election, most during the early, in-person voting period and by members of campaigns rather than poll watchers. The observers were responsible for eight of the incidents.
Voting experts were pleasantly surprised there weren’t more problems with poll watchers, marking the second general election in a row when a feared threat of aggressive Republican observers did not materialize.
“This seems to be an increase over 2020. Is it a small increase? Yes,” said Michael McDonald, a political scientist at the University of Florida. “It’s still a dry run for 2024, and we can’t quite let down our guard.”
One of the main organizers of the poll watcher effort was Cleta Mitchell, a veteran Republican election lawyer who joined Trump on a Jan. 2, 2020, call to Georgia’s top election official when the president asked that the state “find” enough votes to declare him the winner. Mitchell then launched an organization to train volunteers who wanted to keep an eye on election officials, which was seen as the driver of the poll watcher surge.
Mitchell said the relatively quiet election is vindication that groups like hers were simply concerned with election integrity rather than causing disruptions.
“Every training conducted by those of us doing such training included instruction about behavior, and that they must be ‘Peaceful, Lawful, Honest,’” Mitchell wrote in the conservative online publication The Federalist. “Yet, without evidence, the closer we got to Election Day, the more hysterical the headlines became, warning of violence at the polls resulting from too many observers watching the process. It didn’t happen.”
Voting rights groups say they’re relieved their fears didn’t materialize, but they say threats to democracy remain on the horizon for 2024 — especially with Trump announcing that he’s running again. Wendy Weiser, a voting and elections expert at the Brennan Center, agreed that things overall went smoother than expected.
“By and large, sabotage didn’t happen,” Weiser said. “I don’t think that means we’re in the clear.”
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2022-11-25T15:00:49+00:00
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LUXEMBOURG, July 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Ardagh Metal Packaging S.A. (NYSE: AMBP) announces that its board of directors has approved a quarterly cash dividend of $0.10 per ordinary share. This is payable on September 28, 2023 to shareholders of record on September 14, 2023.
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Ardagh Metal Packaging (AMP) is a leading global supplier of infinitely recyclable, sustainable, metal beverage cans and ends to brand owners. A subsidiary of sustainable packaging business Ardagh Group, AMP is a leading industry player across Europe and the Americas with innovative production capabilities. AMP operates 24 production facilities in nine countries, employing more than 6,300 employees and had sales of $4.7 billion in 2022.
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2023-07-27T11:53:19+00:00
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https://www.wcjb.com/prnewswire/2023/07/27/ardagh-metal-packaging-sa-declares-quarterly-dividend/
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NEW YORK – Prosecutors in New York do not plan to criminally charge Rudy Giuliani in connection with a probe into his interactions with Ukrainian figures, they revealed in a letter to a judge Monday in what a lawyer for Giuliani declared a “total victory.”
They said they made the decision after a review of evidence resulting from raids on his residence and law office in April 2021. Federal prosecutors were investigating whether Giuliani’s dealings with figures in Ukraine in the run-up to the 2020 election required him to register as a foreign agent.
Prosecutors said a grand jury probe that led to the issuance of warrants that resulted in the seizure of Giuliani’s electronic devices had concluded.
They said that based on information currently available, criminal charges would not be forthcoming.
“In my business, we would call that total victory,” Giuliani’s lawyer, Robert Costello, told The Associated Press. “We appreciate what the US attorney’s has done. We only wish they had done it a lot sooner.”
Sixteen of Giuliani’s devices were seized as part of a federal investigation into his interactions with Ukrainian figures to see whether he violated a law governing lobbying on behalf of foreign countries or entities.
Giuliani is an attorney, former New York City mayor and former personal lawyer for ex-President Donald Trump. His communications with clients are generally protected by law, though there are exceptions.
Giuliani maintained throughout the probe that he had done nothing wrong. At the time of the filing by prosecutors, Giuliani was on a talk show and apparently unaware of the development.
Nicholas Biase, a spokesperson for federal prosecutors, declined to comment on the court filing.
Giuliani remains a target of a special grand jury in Atlanta investigating attempts by Trump and others to overturn the former president's 2020 election defeat in Georgia.
Giuliani testified before the grand jury in August, but he was sanguine when he returned to New York, saying he had “satisfied his obligation under the subpoena.”
The letter by prosecutors quietly ends a probe that was revealed with much fanfare in April 2021 when federal agents were seen carting off computers and cellphones in Manhattan searches.
Shortly afterward, prosecutors said the FBI had successfully downloaded 11 devices and returned them to Giuliani, but needed more time to unlock seven others.
The letter Monday was prompted in part by the need for prosecutors to tell a judge that a former federal judge who had overseen a privilege inspection of the electronic devices, to see what had to be excluded from review by criminal prosecutors, was no longer needed.
The court-appointed monitor, Barbara S. Jones, filed an initial report in January that revealed Giuliani’s lawyers had asked her to block prosecutors from seeing just three of 2,200 seized electronic files deemed relevant to the investigation.
But in the past several months, news of any further progress on the review or any other aspect of the case largely evaporated. Prosecutors in New York went silent, a signal they were unlikely to add Giuliani to the long list of Trump associates charged with a federal crime.
Giuliani, 78, has been under federal scrutiny for several years over his ties to Ukraine. He was central to Trump’s efforts to dig up dirt against Democratic rival Joe Biden and to press Ukraine for an investigation into Biden and his son, Hunter.
He also sought to undermine Marie Yovanovitch, former U.S. ambassador to Ukraine, who was pushed out on Trump’s orders. He also met several times with a Ukrainian lawmaker who released edited recordings of Biden in an effort to smear him before the election.
Giuliani, a former federal prosecutor and onetime presidential candidate, vehemently denied any wrongdoing. At the time of the raids, he accused the Justice Department of “running roughshod over the constitutional rights of anyone involved in, or legally defending, former President Donald J. Trump.”
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2022-11-14T23:20:38+00:00
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clickorlando.com
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https://www.clickorlando.com/news/national/2022/11/14/prosecutors-no-criminal-charges-expected-from-giuliani-raid/
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During a Feb. 20 surprise visit to Ukraine, President Joe Biden announced an additional half-billion dollars in U.S. assistance — on top of the more than $50 billion already provided — for military equipment and other aid.
To date, the U.S. has only provided financial and military equipment aid in Ukraine; no U.S. military troops have been on the ground to defend Ukraine against Russian forces.
But, a viral clip claims to show Biden saying that is about to change. In this clip, Biden appears to announce that he is reinstating the draft for both men and women in order to help Ukraine’s military.
In the video, Biden says the first to be called for the draft will be men and women whose 20th birthday falls during calendar year 2023. People have been claiming online that Biden is planning to reinstate the draft.
THE QUESTION
Did Biden reinstate the draft for men and women, as the viral clip shows?
THE SOURCES
- The White House original video from December 2021
- Selective Service System
- InVid and RevEye, footage forensics tools
THE ANSWER
No, Biden did not reinstate the draft for men and women. The video is a deepfake.
WHAT WE FOUND
Biden has never said he was reinstating the draft for men and women. The video is a deepfake that was created using a real White House video from December 2021.
Deepfakes are made using artificial intelligence technologies that can replace or synthesize faces, speech or expressions of emotions.
This deepfake was created by Turning Point USA, a conservative organization (TPUSA). Jack Posobiec, a conservative commentator and TPUSA contributor, can be seen 60 seconds into the video confirming it was created using artificial intelligence to provide Americans with a “sneak peak” of what would happen should Biden reinstate the draft. He didn’t call it a “re-creation” of Biden, but instead a “pre-creation” made to prepare Americans.
The deepfake was created from this video, posted to the White House YouTube page on Dec. 7, 2021. In that video, Biden doesn’t mention the war in Ukraine or the draft at all. He talks about lowering insulin costs for Americans.
In both the deepfake and the original video, Biden is wearing the same outfit, his hand movements are the same and the background is identical. But Biden’s words have been edited in the deepfake version.
There were also some falsehoods used in Biden’s deepfake speech.
In the deepfake, Biden says he can invoke the Selective Service Act under his authority as president. In reality, the president does not have that authority. It would take an act of Congress to reinstate the draft, according to the Selective Service.
The Selective Service website also says there is no draft at present. VERIFY has previously fact-checked claims women would be required to register for the draft and found those claims to be false.
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2023-03-01T21:58:03+00:00
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wtsp.com
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https://www.wtsp.com/article/news/verify/national-verify/viral-video-of-biden-saying-hes-reinstating-the-draft-is-a-deepfake/536-d721f8cb-d26a-4873-b2a8-91dd91288365
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LOS ANGELES (AP) — Hanser Alberto had a two-run double during the Dodgers’ six-run first inning, and Los Angeles emphatically avoided an improbable series sweep with a 7-1 victory over the Washington Nationals on Wednesday.
Gavin Lux had three hits and drove in two runs, while Mookie Betts reached base four times for the NL-leading Dodgers. Los Angeles had won 19 of 21 before curiously losing its first two this week against the major league-worst Nationals.
Andrew Heaney threw four innings of scoreless, one-hit ball in his return from a lengthy injury absence in the finale of Los Angeles’ 5-2 homestand after hosting the All-Star Game.
The Dodgers chased Nats starter Patrick Corbin when their first 10 batters combined for seven hits — two by Betts — and a walk while making just two outs on 45 pitches. Corbin (4-14) had the shortest start of his 11-year major league career, failing to get out of the first inning for the first time in his 250 starts.
Maikel Franco’s infield single leading off the third inning was the Nationals’ only hit until the seventh, when Luis García drove in their lone run with a ground-rule double.
Juan Soto went hitless amid another round of “Future Dodger!” chants in Chavez Ravine as Washington capped its six-game West Coast road trip by falling just short of its first four-game winning streak of the season.
And one day after the second-place Padres made up a game in the NL West race on Los Angeles for the first time since July 3, the Dodgers calmly pushed their lead back to 11 1/2 games.
Heaney had pitched just once since April 17 due to shoulder problems, but he has been outstanding when healthy in his first season with the Dodgers: He lowered his ERA to 0.47 with three walks and four strikeouts while on a strict pitch count.
Alex Vesia (3-0) pitched a scoreless sixth.
The Dodgers’ massive first inning began with a leadoff double off the wall by Betts, who missed hitting a leadoff homer for the second consecutive day by a few feet. Justin Turner drove in Betts while playing just his second game since July 16 due to a nagging abdominal injury, and Trayce Thompson added an RBI single before Alberto’s drive to right-center and Austin Barnes’ RBI single.
Lux then got credit for an RBI double when Victor Robles and Soto allowed his long fly ball to land between them in right-center, and Betts chased Corbin with an infield single.
EVERYDAY TREA
Dodgers shortstop Trea Turner extended his hitting streak to 14 games with a double in the fourth. The All-Star has a hit in 83 of his 97 games this season.
ROSTER MOVE
Heaney returned from the injured list before the game. To make room for Heaney and right-handed reliever Jake Reed, who gave up three hits and a run in 1 1/3 innings of relief, the Dodgers optioned LHP Garrett Cleavinger and RHP Mitch White.
TRAINER’S ROOM
Dodgers: RHP Tommy Kahnle (right elbow) is unlikely to return before September, manager Dave Roberts said. RHP Blake Treinen (right shoulder) and RHP Brusdar Graterol (right shoulder) could return in August, before the rosters expand. … Freddie Freeman singled and drew a walk before Jake Lamb replaced him at first base to start the fifth inning, apparently to rest the six-time All-Star selection.
UP NEXT
Nationals: After a day off, Aníbal Sánchez (0-2, 6.30 ERA) takes the mound Friday when Washington opens a three-game weekend home series against St. Louis.
Dodgers: All-Star Tyler Anderson (10-1, 2.79 ERA) takes the mound at Coors Field on Thursday to open a four-game series with the Colorado Rockies.
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2022-07-27T22:55:35+00:00
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News from the Fishtown community of Philadelphia, Pa., indicates the ongoing demolition of a historic Roman Catholic church building. The twin-steepled Saint Laurentius Church, build in 1882 by donations from primarily Polish Catholic immigrants, has outlived its usefulness, at least in terms of an active parish.
The impressive building was closed in 2014, presumably from lack of parishioners to sustain the congregation. I suspect the beautiful building was already in need of major repair when the congregation ceased to exist. In the intervening years, parts of the church building have toppled to the ground. Renovation was estimated to cost $3.5 million, but my guess is that’s a lowball number.
So now the building, with its 150-foot steeples, is being razed. An important part of an old Philly neighborhood will vanish, prompting one neighbor to observe, “I don’t want to see a church, regardless of denomination, come down.”
I can resonate with that sentiment. Our nation is dotted with historic church buildings and synagogues. Even though we all know that a building is only bricks, mortar, stone, wood, etc., there is a silent witness given by these magnificent edifices. To lose them is to lose some of the spiritual capital of this nation.
I got curious about Saint Laurentius, for whom this Philadelphia parish was named. The Catholics have canonized so many people; there is no way to keep up with all of them. My search engine quickly pulled up the story, and it is worth retelling.
Laurentius was martyred in 258 A.D., while only 32 years old. He had been ordained a deacon by Pope Sixtus II and entrusted, in Rome, as treasurer of the church and responsible for the church’s ministry of compassion to the widowed and poor. But this was during the reign of a power-hungry Roman megalomanic emperor who could not stand the witness of the church. Emperor Valerian by name, he first executed Pope Sixtus II. He then called Laurentius before him and gave him three days to bring the wealth of the church to the emperor.
During those three days, Laurentius gave away as much of the church’s wealth as possible. He then appeared before Valerian and defiantly announced, “You have demanded the riches of our church. Our riches are not like yours. Our wealth is the poor, the suffering, the afflicted, the diseased. Our church is far richer than you.”
This wasn’t what the emperor expected to hear, and he reacted swiftly and brutally. One version says Laurentius was decapitated. Another says he was slowly roasted to death.
I am inspired by this courageous, heroic witness. The anglicized version of Laurentius’ name is “Lawrence.” The St. Lawrence Seaway is named for this courageous Christian.
I regret the destruction of the beautiful building in Fishtown, Philadelphia. But today I am remembering what Laurentius was willing to die for: the treasure of the church is not a building or bank account. The treasure of the church is its people … especially those who are weak and defenseless, the meek and poor.
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2022-09-01T23:54:44+00:00
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NEW YORK (AP) — Since the start of the pandemic, the option to “buy now, pay later” has skyrocketed in popularity, especially among young and low-income consumers who may not have ready access to traditional credit.
If you shop online for clothes or furniture, sneakers or concert tickets, you’ve seen the option at checkout to break the cost into smaller installments over time. Companies like Afterpay, Affirm, Klarna, and Paypal all offer the service, with Apple due to enter the market later this year.
But with economic instability rising, so are delinquencies. Here’s what you should know:
HOW DOES BUY NOW, PAY LATER WORK?
Branded as “interest-free loans,” buy now, pay later services require you to download an app, link a bank account or debit or credit card, and sign up to pay in weekly or monthly installments. Some companies, such as Klarna and Afterpay, do soft credit checks, which aren’t reported to credit bureaus, before approving borrowers. Most are approved in minutes. Scheduled payments are then automatically deducted from your account or charged to your card.
The services generally don’t charge you more than you would have paid up front, meaning there’s technically no interest, so long as you make the payments on time.
But if you pay late, you may be subject to a flat fee or a fee calculated as a percentage of the total you owe. These can run as high as $34 plus interest. If you miss multiple payments, you may be shut out from using the service in the future, and the delinquency could hurt your credit score.
ARE MY PURCHASES PROTECTED?
In the U.S., buy now, pay later services are not currently covered by the Truth in Lending Act, which regulates credit cards and other types of loans (those paid back in more than four installments).
That means you could find it more difficult to settle disputes with merchants, return items, or get your money back in cases of fraud. Companies can offer protections, but they don’t have to.
Lauren Saunders, associate director at the National Consumer Law Center, advises borrowers to avoid linking a credit card to buy now, pay later apps whenever possible. If you do, you lose the protections you get from using the credit card while also opening yourself to owing interest to the card company.
“Use the credit card directly and get those protections,” she said. “Otherwise, it’s the worst of both worlds.”
WHAT ARE THE OTHER RISKS?
Because there’s no centralized reporting of buy now, pay later purchases, those debts won’t necessarily appear on your credit profile with major credit rating agencies.
That means more companies may let you buy more items, even if you can’t afford them, because the lenders don’t know how many loans you have set up with other companies.
Payments you make on time aren’t reported to credit rating agencies, but missed payments are.
“Right now, buy now, pay later can’t generally help you build credit, but it can hurt,” said Saunders.
Elyse Hicks, consumer policy counsel at Americans for Financial Reform, a progressive nonprofit, said people may not consider seriously enough whether they’ll still be able to afford payments down the road.
“Because of inflation, people may think, ‘I’m going to have to get what I need and pay for it later in these installments,’” she said. “But are you still going to be able to afford the things you’re affording now six months from now?”
WHY DO RETAILERS OFFER BUY NOW, PAY LATER?
Retailers accept the backend fees of buy now, pay later services because the products increase cart sizes. When shoppers are given the option to pay off purchases in installments, they’re more likely to buy more goods in one go.
When Apple recently announced it will be creating its own buy now, pay later service, Josiah Herndon, 23, joked on Twitter about “paying off 6 carts of (things) I can’t afford with Apple, Klarna, Afterpay, PayPal Pay in 4, Shop Pay in 4, & Affirm.”
Herndon, who works in insurance in Indianapolis, said he started using the services because it was taking a long time for him to be approved for a credit card, since his age meant he didn’t have an extensive credit history. He’s since used them to pay for high-end clothes, shoes, and other luxury goods. Herndon said he lines the payment schedules up with his paychecks so he doesn’t miss installments, and called the option “very convenient.”
WHO SHOULD USE BUY NOW, PAY LATER?
If you have the ability to make all payments on time, buy now, pay later loans are a relatively healthy, interest-free form of consumer credit.
“If (the loans) work as promised, and if people can avoid late fees and don’t have trouble managing their finances, they have a place,” said Saunders, of the National Consumer Law Center.
But if you’re looking to build your credit score, and you’re able to make payments on time, a credit card is a better choice. The same goes if you want strong legal protections from fraud, and clear, centralized reporting of loans.
If you’re uncertain whether you’ll be able to make payments on time, consider whether the fees charged by buy now, pay later companies will add up to higher charges than the penalties and interest a credit card company or other lender would charge.
HOW WILL ECONOMIC INSTABILITY AFFECT BUY NOW, PAY LATER?
As the cost of living increases, some shoppers have started breaking up payments on essentials, rather than just big-ticket items like electronics or designer clothes. A poll by Morning Consult released this week found 15% of buy now, pay later customers are using the service for routine purchases, such as groceries and gas, sounding alarm bells among financial advisors.
Hicks points to the rising number of delinquent payments as a sign that buy now, pay later could already be contributing to unmanageable debt for consumers. A July report from the Fitch ratings agency found delinquencies on the apps increased sharply in the 12 months that ended March 31, to as high as 4.1% for Afterpay, while credit card delinquencies held relatively steady at 1.4%.
“The increasing popularity of this is going to be interesting to see over these different economic waves,” Hicks said. “The immediate fallout is what’s happening now.”
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2022-09-20T21:01:02+00:00
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ktalnews.com
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https://www.ktalnews.com/news/business/ap-explainer-what-to-know-about-buy-now-pay-later/
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WASHINGTON (AP) — Staffers at Bread for the City, a venerable charity in the nation’s capital, thought they were prepared for this year’s annual pre-Thanksgiving Holiday Helpers food giveaway. The pandemic had faded, but inflation was high, so they budgeted to give out 12,000 meals, 20% higher than normal pre-pandemic levels.
But they were quickly overwhelmed, with long lines of clients waiting hours to receive a free turkey and a $50 debit card for groceries. They were forced to shut down three days early after helping 16,000 people, many more than anticipated.
“We don’t want to retraumatize our community by having them wait outside four hours for a turkey,” said Ashley Domm, the charity’s chief development officer. “We are not set up to have hundreds of people lined up on a city street.”
Bread for the City’s experience reflects a larger dynamic playing out across the country. What many Americans hoped would be the first normal holiday season in three years has instead been thrown into a heightened hunger crisis once again, with Christmas on the horizon.
A September report by the Urban Institute estimated that about 1 in 5 adults experienced household food insecurity last summer, about the same as during the first year of the pandemic but a sharp increase from the spring of 2021. Black and Hispanic adults reported higher rates of food insecurity than their white counterparts, according to the report.
“In the pandemic, nobody had jobs and nobody had money,” said Nancy Murphy, a 45-year old caregiver picking up a frozen turkey and groceries last week from a giveaway at the Redeemed Christian Church of God New Wine Assembly church in northeast Washington. “Now they’re back at their jobs but the money isn’t going far enough. It’s still hard.”
The government estimates food prices will be up 9.5% to 10.5% this year. And that’s squeezing the budgets of many Americans and the food banks that have helped them, especially with the expiration of the massive flow of pandemic relief aid.
“ Inflation has been the story of the year,” said Michael Altfest, director of community engagement at the Alameda County Food Bank in Oakland, California.
Altfest said the level of community need remains 50% to 70% higher than pre-pandemic levels, and about 30% of calls to the food bank’s emergency helpline are from first-time callers.
In multiple cases, charities and food banks had prepared for increased numbers due to inflation, only to find the level of need had far exceeded their projections.
The Capital Area Food Bank in Washington originally projected it would need to distribute about 43 million meals during the July 2022-June 2023 budget year. Now four months into that fiscal year, it already is 22% ahead of those predictions.
“That was an educated prediction with a good four or five months of information,” said the food bank’s CEO, Radha Muthiah. “We are always thinking about Thanksgiving and Christmas right when everybody’s heading to the beach in summer.”
In Illinois, Jim Conwell of the Greater Chicago Food bank says the need remains elevated. “So we’re purchasing more and we’re spending more on what we do purchase,” he said.
His organization’s network served about 30% more households in August 2022, compared to the previous August.
“Families that were just getting their feet back underneath them are experiencing a whole new challenge or even if they have employment, or have several jobs or sources of income, it’s just not going as far as it was two years ago,” he said.
Higher prices are forcing people to make “sacrifices on their food,” Altfest said.
For example, he said, the price of chicken has more than doubled — from 78 cents per pound last year to $1.64 per pound this year. Estimates from the Farm Bureau set the cost of turkey as 21 percent higher than last year. And market researcher Datasembly estimates that a 16-ounce box of stuffing costs 14% more than last year, while a 5-pound bag of Russet potatoes averages 45.5% more.
Mike Manning, president of the Greater Baton Rouge Food Bank in Louisiana, draws a distinction between the increased hunger levels sparked by the pandemic and the current crisis. During the pandemic, millions of people’s jobs and incomes essentially disappeared, creating an immediate wave of need that he compared to the aftermath of a hurricane.
But the current crisis has been a slow and steady rise, starting in late February and still climbing. Manning said his food bank has seen a 10% to 15% rise in local food insecurity in just the past two months.
“You’re talking to people who are on lower incomes and they’re working multiple jobs — just think of the cost of them to get from one job to the other with the gas eating up whatever extra they’re trying to make,” he said. “What are they going to do? Do they give up gas so they can’t get to work or sacrifice on food and come back and ask us for help?”
And with no clear signs on when the long-term inflation wave might ease, “This almost feels like more of a marathon with no finish line in sight,” said Conwell of the Chicago food bank.
Domm recalls the lines at Bread for the City that “just stayed overwhelmingly long,” for weeks.
The fact that clients were willing to stand outside for hours for a turkey and a debit card speaks to “the intensity and depth of the need,” she said.
Domm also believes there’s a psychological element at play as well; after two consecutive holiday seasons warped by the pandemic, families are intensely eager to have something closer to normal.
“People have avoided their families for the last two years. So this year, there’s more pressure to really get groceries and have a group meal,” she said.
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Associated Press reporters Anita Snow in Phoenix and Dee-Ann Durbin in Detroit contributed to this report.
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2022-12-01T17:05:04+00:00
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pix11.com
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https://pix11.com/news/national-news/ap-national/ap-higher-food-prices-worsen-hunger-crisis-this-holiday-season/
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Iles (McKee), Brenda Jean
Brenda Iles (McKee) 82, of Cincinnati OH, passed from labor to reward on March 24, 2023, surrounded by her family.
Born March 15, 1941, in Dayton OH, Brenda was a loving child of God and faith. Her caring way and love was evident the first time you met her from that hug and "Jesus kiss" on each cheek. A graduate of Roosevelt High School, attended Kent State University, married Bruce May 13, 1961 and worked for the Kettering Foundation, later retiring from Monsanto and Dayton's Children's Hospital.
Preceded in death by her parents James and Janet McKee, and grandparents, Chester and Estelle Turner.
Survived by her husband of 61 years, Bruce Iles; Siblings, Sandra McKee, James McKee (Roberta), dear friends Lynette Grigsby (Shaw) Children, William Iles (Shirley), Michelle Hudson (Jimmy), Kimberly Thomas (John)
Grandchildren; J. Kristopher Thomas (Tsedenia), Kyle Thomas (Emily), Allison Hudson, Bethany Hudson, Kollin Thomas (Ellie) and seven great grandchildren.
Service to be held Thursday March 30, 2023 @ 12:00 pm. Family receiving Visitors at 11:30am. Thompson Hall and Jordan Funeral Home, 11400 Winton Road, Cincinnati, OH 45240. Burial will take place on Friday, March 31, 2023 at 9am at Dayton National Cemetery.
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Thompson, Hall & Jordan Funeral Home - Forest Park
11400 Winton Rd
Forest Park, OH
45240
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2023-03-30T06:24:09+00:00
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springfieldnewssun.com
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https://www.springfieldnewssun.com/obituaries/iles-brenda/XEC2RUV7XFA2PBCKTUQM43KMRM/
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WASHINGTON, Aug. 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Students from Kentucky and Oklahoma will have the opportunity next week to hear from NASA astronaut Jessica Watkins aboard the International Space Station. The two space-to-Earth calls will air live this month on NASA Television, the NASA app, and the agency's website.
Watkins will answer prerecorded questions from middle and high school students at 2 p.m. EDT, Monday, Aug. 22. For 23 years, the Challenger Learning Center of Kentucky has provided STEM education to students in southeastern Kentucky. The downlink –part of a back-to-school campaign – launches the center's new interactive STEM program highlighting Artemis. Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear will deliver opening remarks. Media interested in covering the event should contact Misty Feltner at: misty@kikodesigns.com or 606-216-4915.
Watkins will also answer prerecorded questions from current students and middle school alumni from Darnaby Elementary School in Tulsa, Oklahoma, at 9:40 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 23. The downlink will support Darnaby's ongoing STEM activities including its science club, a NASA-themed summer camp, and a NASA-centric science fair. Media interested in covering the event should contact Christopher Payne at: payne.chris@unionps.org or 918-770-2469.
For more than 21 years, astronauts have continuously lived and worked aboard the space station, testing technologies, performing science, and developing the skills needed to explore farther from Earth. Astronauts living in space on the orbiting laboratory communicate with NASA's Mission Control Center in Houston 24 hours a day through the Near Space Network Tracking and Data Relay Satellites (TDRS).
As part of Artemis, NASA will send astronauts to the Moon, to prepare for future human exploration of Mars. Inspiring the next generation of explorers – the Artemis Generation – ensures America will continue to lead in space exploration and discovery.
See videos and lesson plans highlighting research on the International Space Station at:
https://www.nasa.gov/stemonstation
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2022-08-19T17:42:55+00:00
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newschannel10.com
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https://www.newschannel10.com/prnewswire/2022/08/19/kentucky-oklahoma-students-hear-nasa-astronaut-space/
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For Batavia resident Martin Pieler, Flag Day always has a special significance.
“I was in the U.S. Army in Korea from 1956 to 1958 and for me, Flag Day is my country, which I’m so proud of. It means that I have a banner to wave,” Pieler said during Batavia’s Flag Day celebration Wednesday. “I’m glad that the community comes out, and for me this is also special because my daughter plays in the band. My favorite part of the ceremony is everything. It’s all good.”
The 90-minute ceremony honoring Flag Day at the Peg Bond Center and Batavia Riverwalk included a Knights of Columbus color guard, patriotic music from the Chorus of DuPage and the Batavia Community Band, information about the history of Flag Day and its local connections as well as an update on the construction of the Flag Day Monument that is currently underway in Batavia.
The program also included a chance to participate in a time capsule project.
Linda Schielke, chair of the Batavia Flag Day committee, said Flag Day events have been going on for years in the city thanks to Batavia’s connection with Dr. Bernard Cigrand “who is considered by many to be one of the founders of Flag Day.”
A longtime Batavia dentist, Cigrand worked for years to promote a day of recognition for the American flag and on June 14, 1916, President Woodrow Wilson proclaimed such a day throughout the United States.
Schielke said that the city of Batavia went on to claim Cigrand “as one of its greatest citizens” which led to the idea of building a $2 million monument to him “and the American flag and Flag Day.”
The monument, which overlooks the Fox River, is being built between the Peg Bond Center and the Jeffery D. Schielke Government Center. The monument design features a 40-foot diameter helix monument with a 10-foot-wide walkway around the perimeter. A 50-foot-tall flagpole will display a 10- by 18-foot flag.
Elements of the monument will commemorate iconic flag events, U.S. population growth, the official flags flown by the U.S., armed conflicts and a Ring of Honor with the names of those who have received the Congressional Medal of Honor.
Additionally, the monument will feature bricks purchased by families, businesses and organizations.
Officials said the monument is about two-thirds completed and will receive a full dedication on Sunday, Oct. 1.
There was a lot of enthusiasm among those in attendance at Wednesday night’s Flag Day event in Batavia.
“I’m with the American Legion and live here in Batavia and I’ve been coming for a number of years,” said David Jordan about Batavia’s Flag Day celebration. “We like this monument and are waiting to see the bricks that we bought and hope they are nicely displayed. To me, this will help people realize how much Batavia has to do with Flag Day.”
Lisa Yhjelm of Batavia said Flag Day remains important because of its Batavia connection and what it represents about our country.
“This is special as Flag Day is that small town tradition whereas like the Fourth of July is more of a national thing where this is uniquely Batavia,” Yhjelm said. “We do have a flag at home and my godfather was a Marine and so that was very important to him.”
Peggy Young of Batavia said she has been coming to the ceremony for eight years and “the flag means that we are all – everyone in the United States – a big family.”
“We have come here from a million different places and parts of the world. There are the colors and creeds and everything else and yet through all of it we are one nation and it’s amazing,” she said. “That’s what the flag represents and so that’s why I just love Flag Day.”
David Sharos is a freelance reporter for The Beacon-News.
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2023-06-15T21:14:14+00:00
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chicagotribune.com
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https://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/aurora-beacon-news/ct-abn-batavia-flag-day-st-0616-20230615-mcs4zvmo4bhetcfjbsuztspphy-story.html
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Attempted kidnapping reported on LSU’s campus
BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - The LSU Police Department is investigating an attempted kidnapping that took place on Thursday, Aug. 25.
Police were reportedly notified Thursday night of an incident that happened earlier in the day near Acadian Hall.
Authorities met with the victim, who ordered food from a delivery service. The encounter with the delivery person led to an attempted kidnapping/simple assault.
The investigation is ongoing.
Authorities report the incident is unrelated to the second degree kidnapping that was reported earlier this week, which is still under investigation.
Police added, because the victim in the case used appropriate protocols, the delivery driver is being identified.
Some important safety tips to remember when using a rideshare or delivery service is to confirm the name of the driver and make of the vehicle, utilize these services with others present, and report all crimes (actual, attempted or suspected) to the police immediately.
For safety resources available on campus, visit www.lsu.edu/police.
If you have any information related to the incident, you are asked to contact LSU Police directly at 225-578-3231.
LSU released a statement on Friday, Aug. 26 with clarification about safety alerts issued on campus:
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2022-08-26T19:01:00+00:00
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kalb.com
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https://www.kalb.com/2022/08/26/attempted-kidnapping-reported-lsus-campus/
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Aloha ball, indeed.
Before the traditional senior night sendoff in a sold-out SimpliFi Arena at Stan Sheriff Center, No. 1 Hawaii made it a double celebration by clinching a share of its second Big West regular-season championship and the top seed in the conference tournament with a sweep of UC San Diego on Saturday.
UH opposite Dimitrios Mouchlias put away a team-high 11 kills in his final match in Manoa and senior setter Jakob Thelle bid farewell to the home crowd by leading the Warriors to a .375 hitting performance in the 25-19, 25-22, 25-21 victory before a turnstile crowd of 9,528.
“We discussed it in the locker room before the game and Coach Charlie (Wade) mentioned he wanted us to send the seniors out the best way possible,” Mouchlias said. “Everyone enjoyed it and was super focused.”
Outside hitter Spyros Chakas fired three consecutive aces late in the third set and finished with nine kills in 19 swings. Outside hitter Chaz Galloway added seven kills and middle blocker Guilherme Voss had six kills in eight error-free swings and was in on six of UH’s 12 blocks.
The sellout was UH’s second of the season and the program’s 13th since the Stan Sheriff Center’s first match in 1995. The arena’s last UH event of the 2022-23 athletic year marked the final home appearances for Thelle, Mouchlias, Cole Hogland, Kana’i Akana, Filip Humler and Devon Johnson, who were honored after the match.
“It’s always a bittersweet moment,” Wade said. “These guys have meant so much to the program, meant so much to the community, and they’re good young men. Excited for them and the next phase of their life, but sad to see them move on for sure.”
Thelle was the last to be introduced in the ceremony, giving him a few moments to gather his thoughts before receiving a standing ovation from the crowd.
“Everything is going through my mind,” said Thelle, whose family made the trip from Norway for the week. “Just thinking about the past five years, reflecting on all the amazing experiences I’ve had here in the islands and been loving every single second of it.”
The Warriors finished the regular season at 26-2 and 9-1 in Big West play, and will take a nine-match winning streak into the Big West Tournament as the top seed in the six-team bracket.
UH and Long Beach State (20-3, 9-1), which pulled out a reverse sweep at UC Irvine earlier Saturday, ended the regular season tied atop the standings. But the Warriors owned the tiebreaker by outscoring the Beach 144-141 in their series split to open the conference season on March 17 and 18.
Both teams will have byes in the first round of the tournament and advance to Friday’s semifinals at the Bren Events Center in Irvine, Calif. UH will face the winner of Thursday’s first-round match between fourth-seeded UC Santa Barbara (7-16, 3-7) and fifth-seeded UCSD (8-16, 2-8). Host and third seed UC Irvine (16-10, 6-4) faces Cal State Northridge (12-15, 1-9) in the other first-round match, with the winner to face LBSU.
“We knew that it was senior night. We also knew it was our last game in the Stan for this particularly special group,” Thelle said. “So just being focused on our game and getting that first seed for the tournament was our first focus, then enjoying the moment for our seniors.”
The Warriors, coming off a .275 hitting performance in Friday’s four-set series opener, got off to a balanced and efficient start in the rematch. UH hit .419 with just one error, with six starters contributing at least one kill, including Thelle, who took a swing from the right side off an assist from libero Brett Sheward.
The second set was far tighter, with neither team leading by more than three. After UCSD moved ahead 22-21, prompting UH’s second timeout of the set, Mouchlias’ kill off the block triggered a 4-0 UH run. He teamed with Hogland on a block of Ryan Ka to give UH set point, then put away his fourth kill of the set to give UH a 2-0 lead in the match.
Mouchlias is classified as a junior but will pursue his professional career after graduating this semester.
“I feel really sad leaving this place, leaving all my friends, all my teammates, my coaches, but it’s time,” Mouchlias said. “I love the support of all the people that came and are still here and I want to thank them for everything.”
Thelle gave UH control of the third set with a six-point service turn that included his 120th career ace to move within one of the UH record. Chakas’ back-to-back-to-back aces pushed UH’s lead to 24-17. After UH tried to get Humler a final kill, a UCSD service error ended the match and started the postmatch celebration, which included a ha’a by the team.
“Obviously the block was good. After a really efficient night serving (on Friday) we got a little reckless tonight,” Wade said after the Warriors finished with 18 service errors. “But the guys stayed aggressive and Spyros had a great turn there late.”
UCSD outside hitter Josh Schellinger led the Tritons with 12 kills and Ka added 11.
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2023-04-16T11:58:30+00:00
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staradvertiser.com
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https://www.staradvertiser.com/2023/04/16/sports/hawaii-sends-off-volleyball-seniors-with-big-west-clinching-win/
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Jury awards ex-Maine trooper $300,000 in whistleblower case
BANGOR, Maine (AP) — A jury in Maine has awarded a former state trooper $300,000 after determining the state police wrongly retaliated when he raised concerns about its intelligence gathering work. George Loder filed a whistleblower lawsuit claiming he was reassigned and then denied a transfer after he took his concerns about the Maine Intelligence Analysis Center to his superiors. Loder said the center had gathered intelligence on power line protesters, gun buyers and others who had committed no crime. The Bangor Daily News reported the jury deliberated for more than five hours Friday before finding in Loder’s favor. State police had defended the intelligence work and denied that any retaliation occurred.
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2022-12-04T00:17:26+00:00
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keyt.com
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https://keyt.com/news/2022/12/03/jury-awards-ex-maine-trooper-300000-in-whistleblower-case/
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CLEMSON, S.C. (AP) — Clemson defensive backs Malcolm Greene and Fred Davis II are being sued by a U.S. postal worker whose car Davis collided with last year.
The suit was filed Wednesday in Pickens County Common Pleas Court, a form of civil court.
The suit alleges that Greene and Davis were racing their cars and driving recklessly when Davis’ vehicle hit a mail delivery truck driven by Karen Alvarez in July 2021.
Davis was arrested by the Clemson Police Department and charged with reckless driving after the accident. That charge is a misdemeanor in South Carolina, punishable by a maximum of 30 days in jail, a fine of $200 and six points against your driver’s license.
Clemson coach Dabo Swinney said at the time that Davis’ punishment from the team would be handled internally.
Swinney, speaking after practice Wednesday, said he was aware the civil suit was coming and it did not change the status on the team for Davis or Greene. Both were punished for their actions by the team, but there are consequences for their actions and they’ll have to continue dealing with what they did going forward.
“It’s a very sad situation. Somebody almost lost their life,” Swinney said of the accident. “They’re really fortunate (Alvarez) survived. She’s got a lot of challenges. Again, I don’t think anybody’s surprised that now will play out on the civil side.”
Alvarez said in the complaint that information from Davis’ airbag control module showed he was traveling 115 mph in a 55 mph zone when he first hit the breaks 2.8 seconds before hitting the mail truck.
Alvarez’s vehicle turned on its right side, slid over the median and across the northbound lanes of the roadway, according to the suit.
The suit says both Greene and Davis were seen on the road in close proximity with each other, moving at high rate of speed and switching lanes as if they were racing each other.
Alvarez’s suit alleges she sustained injuries including fractures of her “skull, spine, pelvis, rib and clavicle, from which she continues to suffer, and upon information and belief, will continue to suffer in the future.”
The suit asks for an unspecified amount for damages. Davis and Greene have 30 days to respond to the complaint.
Davis has started three of five games this season, with 10 tackles and two pass breakups. Greene has started one of his three games this season with seven tackles. He’s been out the past two weeks with an undisclosed injury.
The fifth-ranked Tigers (5-0, 3-0 Atlantic Coast Conference) play at Boston College (2-3, 1-2) on Saturday night.
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2022-10-06T10:50:43+00:00
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wnct.com
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https://www.wnct.com/news/southeast-region/ap-clemson-dbs-greene-davis-ii-sued-by-accident-victim/
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WFO AUSTIN/SAN ANTONIO Warnings, Watches and Advisories for Tuesday, August 30, 2022
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SPECIAL WEATHER STATEMENT
Special Weather Statement
National Weather Service Austin/San Antonio TX
307 PM CDT Tue Aug 30 2022
...A strong thunderstorm will impact portions of central Atascosa and
southwestern Wilson Counties through 345 PM CDT...
At 306 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 8
miles southeast of Pleasanton, moving north at 10 mph.
HAZARD...Winds in excess of 40 mph.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects.
Locations impacted include...
Pleasanton, Poth, Leming, Coughran, Espey, Graytown and McCoy.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Torrential rainfall is also occurring with this storm and may lead to
localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded
roadways.
LAT...LON 2881 9850 2913 9854 2908 9809 2890 9816
2888 9819 2887 9817 2880 9820
TIME...MOT...LOC 2006Z 179DEG 7KT 2889 9838
MAX HAIL SIZE...0.00 IN
MAX WIND GUST...40 MPH
...FLOOD ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 415 PM CDT THIS AFTERNOON...
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues.
* WHERE...A portion of southeast Texas, including the following
counties, Brazos, Burleson and Grimes.
* WHEN...Until 415 PM CDT.
* IMPACTS...Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas.
Rises in small streams and normally dry arroyos. Water over
roadways. Overflowing poor drainage areas. Some low-water
crossings may become impassable. River or stream flows are
elevated. Ponding of water in urban or other areas is occurring or
is imminent.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 305 PM CDT, Rainfall rates have eased. However, rainfall
has remained persistent enough to extend the flood advisory.
Any ongoing flooding issues should gradually improve.
- Additional rainfall amounts of up to 1 to 2 inches are
possible. This additional rain will result in minor flooding.
- Some locations that will experience flooding include...
College Station, Bryan, Caldwell, Snook, Kurten, Wixon
Valley, Millican, Kyle Field, Wellborn and Chriesman.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.
Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads.
...A strong thunderstorm will impact portions of southeastern Bailey,
northeastern Cochran, northwestern Hockley and southwestern Lamb
Counties through 345 PM CDT...
At 308 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 4
miles east of Pep, or 11 miles southwest of Littlefield, moving west
at 20 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts of 50 to 55 mph.
Morton, Enochs, Pep and Bula.
LAT...LON 3388 10237 3371 10241 3371 10280 3398 10274
TIME...MOT...LOC 2008Z 099DEG 18KT 3381 10249
MAX WIND GUST...55 MPH
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2022-08-30T21:24:32+00:00
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seattlepi.com
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https://www.seattlepi.com/weather/article/TX-WFO-AUSTIN-SAN-ANTONIO-Warnings-Watches-and-17408175.php
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Evan Paul and his wife entered 2022 thinking it would be the year they would finally buy a home.
The couple — both scientists in the biotech industry — were ready to put roots down in Boston.
"We just kind of got to that place in our lives where we were financially very stable, we wanted to start having kids and we wanted to just kind of settle down," says Paul, 34.
This year did bring them a baby girl, but that home they dreamed of never materialized.
High home prices were the initial insurmountable hurdle. When the Pauls first started their search, low interest rates at the time had unleashed a buying frenzy in Boston, and they were relentlessly outbid.
"There'd be, you know, two dozen other offers and they'd all be $100,000 over asking," says Paul. "Any any time we tried to wait until the weekend for an open house, it was gone before we could even look at it."
Then came the Fed's persistent interest rates hikes. After a few months, with mortgage rates climbing, the Pauls could no longer afford the homes they'd been looking at.
"At first, we started lowering our expectations, looking for even smaller houses and even less ideal locations," says Paul, who eventually realized that the high mortgage rates were pricing his family out again.
"The anxiety just caught up to me and we just decided to call it quits and hold off."
Buyers and sellers put plans on ice
The sharp increase in mortgage rates has cast a chill on the housing market. Many buyers have paused their search; they can longer afford home prices they were considering a year ago. Sellers are also wary of listing their homes because of the high mortgage rates that would loom over their next purchase.
"People are stuck," says Lawrence Yun, chief economist with the National Association of Realtors.
Yun and others describe the market as frozen, one in which home sales activity has declined for 10 months straight, according to NAR. It's the longest streak of declines since the group started tracking sales in the late 1990s.
"The sellers aren't putting their houses on the market and the buyers that are out there, certainly the power of their dollar has changed with rising interest rates, so there is a little bit of a standoff," says Susan Horowitz, a New Jersey-based real estate agent.
Interestingly, the standoff hasn't had much impact on prices.
Home prices have remained mostly high despite the slump in sales activity because inventory has remained low. The inventory of unsold existing homes fell for a fourth consecutive month in November to 1.14 million.
"Anything that comes on the market is the one salmon running up stream and every bear has just woken up from hibernation," says Horowitz.
But even that trend is beginning to crack in some markets.
At an open house for a charming starter home in Hollywood one recent weekend, agent Elijah Shin didn't see many people swing through like he did a year ago.
"A year ago, this probably would've already sold," he says. "This home will sell, too. It's just going to take a little bit longer."
Or a lot longer.
The cottage first went on the market back in August. Four months later, it's still waiting for an offer.
Copyright 2022 NPR. To see more, visit https://www.npr.org.
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2022-12-26T21:10:52+00:00
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wlrn.org
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https://www.wlrn.org/housing/2022-12-26/2022-marked-the-end-of-cheap-mortgages-and-now-the-housing-market-has-turned-icy-cold
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The so-called tripledemic of RSV, flu and COVID-19 is hitting Central Oregon hard. Doctors say it’s especially impacting younger children.
Dr. Abby Hendricks from Mosaic Medical tells us she is even aware of sick children being sent out of state for treatment because Oregon hospitals are full.
Local school districts report an increased number of absences due to sick calls. Read more
Crook County Library won’t move LGBTQ content children’s books
The Crook County Library Board of Trustees held a meeting Thursday night with a focus on books with LGBTQ content in the children’s section. Ultimately, they decided to not make any changes.
The 4-1 vote at a meeting Thursday night came after weeks of increased pushback from people who wanted the content removed. The other idea under consideration was to create a special section for this material.
The board heard from other library officials and from people on both sides of the issue. Read more
New Bend Costco a step closer to approval
The Bend City Council has given preliminary approval to the Gateway North development that will include a new Costco with a gas station. The approval comes after some contention last month over a key sticking point — parking spaces.
The Gateway North development would be located between Robal Lane and Cooley Road along Highway 20. It would include the Costco with a gas station and a car wash. It would also replace the current Costco on the city’s east side. Read more
Dam removal proponents celebrate approval to restore Klamath River
Federal, state and tribal officials gathered Thursday to celebrate a plan 20 years in the making — to remove four dams from the Klamath River. It will be the largest river restoration project in American history.
Next year, deconstruction work will begin at J.C. Boyle Dam in Southern Oregon and Copco 1, Copco 2 and Iron Gate dams in Northern California.
Two other dams on the Klamath will be equipped with fish ladders restoring access to 400 miles of river. Read more
Holiday Lights Paddle Parade on the Deschutes returns Friday
Another Central Oregon holiday tradition returns Friday.
The annual Tumalo Creek Holiday Lights Paddle Parade starts at 4:00 p.m.
Kayakers and paddlers will fill the Deschutes River with holiday cheer.
You can catch them on the river between the Tumalo Creek shop and the Old Mill District Flag Bridge.
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2022-12-09T18:10:22+00:00
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centraloregondaily.com
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https://centraloregondaily.com/lgbtq-childrens-books-rsv-flu-covid-klamath-river-dams/
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MILWAUKEE (AP) — Wisconsin men's and women's basketball will play a doubleheader on Nov. 11 at the home of the Milwaukee Brewers.
The doubleheader at American Family Field will start with Wisconsin women's team facing Kansas State. Then, the Badgers' men's team will take on Stanford.
The event, billed as the “Brew City Battle,” will mark the first time basketball games will be played in the stadium, which opened in 2001.
“Playing a game at American Family Field has been a vision for quite some time and I am so excited to see it become a reality,” Wisconsin men’s basketball coach Greg Gard said Tuesday in a statement.
Game times and television information will be announced later.
The last time college basketball games were played at a baseball-only facility was in 2015 — San Diego and San Diego State at Petco Park, the home of the San Diego Padres.
In Milwaukee, the court will be positioned across the infield, with center court near the pitcher’s mound. Temporary seating will be installed just beyond second base along with additional field-level seating around the court.
Wisconsin also announced Tuesday that its men’s team will play Stanford in 2024 at a California site to be determined and the women’s team will play at Kansas State in 2023. Exact dates for haven’t been set.
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2022-06-14T17:26:05+00:00
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seattlepi.com
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https://www.seattlepi.com/sports/article/Badgers-plan-basketball-doubleheader-at-Brewers-17240748.php
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Updated October 29, 2022 at 11:38 AM ET
KYIV, Ukraine — The Russian Defense Ministry said Saturday that Moscow has moved to suspend its implementation of a U.N.-brokered grain deal which has seen more than 9 million tons of grain exported from Ukraine and has brought down global food prices.
The ministry cited an alleged Ukrainian drone attack against Russia's Black Sea Fleet ships moored off the coast of occupied Crimea, which Russia says took place early Saturday, as the reason for the move. Ukraine has denied the attack.
The Russian declaration came one day after U.N. chief Antonio Guterres urged Russia and Ukraine to renew the deal. Guterres also urged other countries, mainly in the West, to expedite the removal of obstacles blocking Russian grain and fertilizer exports.
The U.N. chief had urged renewing the grain deal
The U.N. chief underlined the urgency of renewing the deal brokered by the United Nations and Turkey in July, which expires on Nov. 19, "to contribute to food security across the world, and to cushion the suffering that this global cost-of-living crisis is inflicting on billions of people," his spokesman said.
Russia's U.N. Ambassador Vassily Nebenzia has said that before Moscow discusses a renewal "Russia needs to see the export of its grain and fertilizers in the world market, which has never happened since the beginning of the deal."
Earlier Saturday, Ukraine and Russia offered differing versions on the Crimea drone attack in which at least one Russian ship suffered damage in Sevastopol, a major port, on the Ukrainian peninsula annexed by Moscow in 2014.
The Russian Defense Ministry said a minesweeper had "minor damage" during an alleged pre-dawn Ukrainian attack on navy and civilian vessels docked in Sevastopol, which hosts the headquarters of Russia's Black Sea Fleet. The ministry claimed Russian forces had "repelled" 16 attacking drones.
An adviser to Ukraine's Interior Ministry claimed that "careless handling of explosives" had caused blasts on four warships in Russia's Black Sea Fleet. Anton Gerashchenko wrote on Telegram that the vessels included a frigate, a landing ship and a ship that carried cruise missiles used in a deadly July attack on a western Ukrainian city.
Ukraine says Russia is moving wounded troops from Kherson region
In other developments on Saturday, Russian troops moved large numbers of sick and wounded comrades from hospitals in Ukraine's southern Kherson region and stripped the facilities of medical equipment, Ukrainian military officials said as their forces fought to retake a province overrun by invading soldiers early in the war.
Kremlin-installed authorities in the mostly Russian-occupied region had previously urged civilians to leave the city of Kherson, the region's capital — and reportedly joined the tens of thousands of residents who fled to other Russia-held areas ahead of an expected Ukrainian advance.
"The so-called evacuation of invaders from the temporarily occupied territory of the Kherson region, including from medical institutions, continues," the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine said.
The military's claims could not be independently verified. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said in a video address that the Russians were "dismantling the entire health care system" in Kherson and other occupied areas.
"The occupiers have decided to close medical institutions in the cities, take away equipment, ambulances. just everything," Zelenskyy said. "They put pressure on the doctors who still remained in the occupied areas for them to move to the territory of Russia."
Kherson is one of four regions in Ukraine that Russian President Vladimir Putin illegally annexed last month and where he subsequently declared martial law. The others are Donetsk, Luhansk and Zaporizhzhia.
Russia continues attacks on eastern Ukraine
As Kyiv's forces sought gains in the south, Russia kept up its shelling and missile attacks in the country's east, Ukrainian authorities said Saturday. Three more civilians died and eight more were wounded in the Donetsk region, which has again become a front-line hotspot as Russian soldiers try to capture the city of Bakhmut.
Western analysts have long identified Bakhmut as an important target in Russia's stalled eastern offensive, one that would pave the way for Moscow's forces to threaten Sloviansk and Kramatorsk, the two largest Ukrainian-held cities remaining in the long-embattled Donbas region.
Donetsk and neighboring Luhansk province make up the Donbas. Pro-Russia separatists have controlled parts of both provinces since 2014.
In the northeastern Kharkiv region, where Russia's troops retreated last month and Ukrainian troops clawed back broad swaths of territory, Russian shelling overnight wounded three civilians, the region's Ukrainian governor said.
Gov. Oleh Syniehubov wrote on Telegram said that two women in their 40s and a 60-year-old man were wounded near Kupiansk, a town that served as a resupply hub for Russian forces before Ukrainian troops regained control.
In neighboring Luhansk province, Gov. Serhii Haidai said that Ukrainian forces have shelled the entire length of the Kreminna-Svatove highway, where the Russians set up their main line of defense after their withdrawal from the Kharkiv region.
A Russian shelling attack Saturday also hit "critical infrastructure" in Ukraine's southern Zaporizhzhia region, the Ukrainian governor of the illegally annexed province said. Around a quarter of the region, including the local capital, also called Zaporizhzhia, remains under Ukrainian military control.
Writing on Telegram, Gov. Oleksandr Starukh later said an industrial building was struck and there were no casualties.
Dozens of Ukrainians are freed in a military prisoner exchange
In the latest swap, 52 Ukrainians, including two former defenders of the Azovstal steel plant in Mariupol, were released Saturday as part of a prisoner exchange with Russia, according to Andriy Yermak, a senior official at Ukraine's presidential office. The steelworks in that bombed-out port city now symbolize Ukrainian resistance.
Among those released were the head of the surgical department of the military hospital at Mariupol, who was at Azovstal, and a young military surgeon, Yermak said.
Also released, he said, was a sailor who defended Ukraine's Snake Island, a strategic Black Sea outpost seized by Russia in the opening hours of the war. Others coming home were Ukrainian soldiers captured by Moscow near the Chernobyl nuclear power plant — the site of the world's worst nuclear disaster in 1986 — which Russian forces briefly occupied from February to March.
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$1B in Powerball, Mega Millions jackpots available this weekend
Updated July 7, 2023 - 10:34 am
The two nationwide lottery jackpots — Mega Millions and Powerball — have reached near-record levels for drawings this weekend with the potential payout exceeding $1 billion.
The Friday drawing for Mega Millions will have an estimated payoff of $450 million for the annuity option and $225.6 million for the cash option.
On Saturday, the Powerball drawing will have an estimated $615 million annuity option and $310.6 million for the cash option.
Both drawings are held at 8 p.m. PDT.
The Mega Millions jackpot was last won April 18 in New York while the Powerball jackpot was claimed April 19 in Ohio.
The odds of winning the Mega Millions jackpot is 1 in 302 million while the Powerball says its odds are 1 in 292 million.
Tickets cost $2 for each lottery and are not sold in Nevada. The closest location is at The Lotto Store in Primm, just across the Nevada state line. Arizona outlets also sell lottery tickets.
Contact Marvin Clemons at mclemons@reviewjournal.com. Follow @Marv_in_Vegas on Twitter.
10 LARGEST US JACKPOTS
1. $2.04 billion, Powerball, Nov. 8, 2022 (one ticket, from California)
2. $1.586 billion, Powerball, Jan. 13, 2016 (three tickets, from California, Florida, Tennessee)
3. $1.537 billion, Mega Millions, Oct. 23, 2018 (one ticket, from South Carolina)
4. $1.35 billion, Mega Millions, Jan. 13, 2023 (one ticket from Maine)
5. $1.337 billion, Mega Millions, July 29, 2022 (one ticket, from Illinois)
6. $1.05 billion, Mega Millions, Jan. 22, 2021 (one ticket, from Michigan)
7. $768.4 million, Powerball, March 27, 2019 (one ticket, from Wisconsin)
8. $758.7 million, Powerball, Aug. 23, 2017 (one ticket, from Massachusetts)
9. $747 million. Powerball, Feb. 6, 2023. (one ticket from Washington state)
10. $731.1 million, Powerball, Jan. 20, 2021 (one ticket, from Maryland)
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2023-07-07T18:27:40+00:00
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WASHINGTON (NEXSTAR) – White House officials want Americans to get the new version of the COVID-19 vaccine now in order to be protected through the holiday season.
White House COVID-19 Coordinator Dr. Ashish Jha explained “this is a new vaccine; this is the first major update since the original vaccines were created two years ago.”
Dr. Jha noted this new, once-a-year shot specifically targets the new variants.
“We’re still seeing thousands of people get admitted to the hospital every day, we’re seeing four to five hundred people dying every day of this virus,” Jha said.
Officials urge Americans ages 12-and-older to get this new vaccine before Halloween in order to have maximum protection through the entire holiday season.
This applies even if someone has had COVID or any of the previous shots.
“We’re seeing a lot of people get reinfected, we’re seeing a lot of people get breakthrough infections from that original vaccine,” Jha explained.
Democrats are trying to get more than $22 billion in the upcoming short-term government spending bill to continue fighting the virus and keep free shots available.
But Republican Sen. Tommy Tuberville says he’s against more spending.
“We’ve got between $150 and $200 billion still left out there for COVID that we’ve already passed. Now, why do we need more money for it? I mean let’s spend the money that we’ve got,” Tuberville (R-AL) said.
The spending bill must be passed by October 1 to avoid a government shutdown.
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2022-09-09T21:38:44+00:00
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https://www.wivb.com/news/washington-dc/white-house-encourages-covid-boosters-ahead-of-holidays/
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HOUSTON, Texas – Scribbles in my notebook as the Browns lead Houston, 7-5.
1. On my flight to Houston, I sat next to a guy who said he was a Texans season ticket holder. “Know what I’m doing Sunday?” he asked. “I’m going to play golf.” He also said he was “tired of the Texans and Deshaun Watson.”
2. That seemed to be the prevailing mood in Houston. The stadium was about half empty. About half the fans seemed to be wearing Browns colors. The Texans were 4-12 in 2020 – the last season with Watson at QB. They were 4-13 last season. They are 1-9-1 this season and clearly not upset about losing. It’s about getting a high draft pick and picking a QB.
3. Let’s start with something good. Donovan Peoples-Jones ran back a punt for a 76-yard TD. It was the first Browns return for TD since 2015.
4. Watson looked like a guy who hasn’t played in a regular-season game in 700 days. His throws were often low or off target. He normally seems a bit jittery in the pocket because he likes to throw off the run. But early in the game, it was clear the game and defense was moving very fast for Watson.
5. Watson’s looked OK in terms of being 8-of 14 for 96 yards. A couple of his completions came on very low passes. Watson’s biggest mistake was seeing what he thought was a wide open Amari Cooper in the end zone. He fired a pass, and Houston safety Jalen Pitre stepped right in front of Cooper for the interception.
6. Watson came into the game as the NFL’s all-time completion percentage leader (68%) for QBs who had thrown at least 1,500 career passes. It will take a while for him to return to form.
7. The Browns got a break. Houston had been running the ball at will. The Texans had 61 yards on their first 10 carries. They were on the Cleveland 3-yard line. First down. What did they do? Throw it twice, both incomplete. On third down, they ran it for 2 yards. Fourth down, incomplete. Browns ball on their own 1-yard line.
8. This is not to pick on Houston. You see calls like this every week in the NFL, including the Browns. They overthink it.
9. Meanwhile, the Browns got the ball. Guard Wyatt Teller jumped off-sides. That put the ball on the 1/2 yard line. Then Nick Chubb was tackled in the end zone for a safety. Early in the second quarter, the Texans had a 5-0 lead.
10. DPJ’s return was – by far – the highlight of the first half for the offense. He also caught two passes for 41 yards. Chubb had 37 yards in eight carries.
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If you or a loved one has questions and needs to talk to a professional about gambling, call the Ohio Problem Gambling Helpline at 1-800-589-9966 or the National Council on Program Gambling Helpline (NCPG) at 1-800-522-4700.
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2022-12-04T20:34:43+00:00
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CLEVELAND -- It was the summer of ‘69. The summer of Woodstock, Apollo 11, Abbey Road, and the Miracle Mets. It was also the summer the oil-slimed Cuyahoga River caught fire, sending flames shooting five stories into the air and setting two railroad trestles ablaze.
The river connecting Lake Erie to Cleveland had become so polluted that it looked and smelled like an oozing septic tank. The Cuyahoga was a toxic dumping ground; a noxious stew of industrial waste and discarded junk; a grotesque monument to carelessness and neglect. Americans took notice and got angry.
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2022-10-19T09:16:33+00:00
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https://www.cleveland.com/opinion/2022/10/the-clean-water-acts-unfinished-business-eyal-harel.html
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The suspects in the shootings at a Uvalde, Texas, elementary school and a Buffalo, New York, supermarket were both just 18, authorities say, when they bought the weapons used in the attacks — too young to legally purchase alcohol or cigarettes, but old enough to arm themselves with assault weapons.
The Buffalo suspect was taken to a hospital last year for a mental health evaluation, but the incident didn’t trigger New York’s “red flag” law and he was still able to purchase a gun. The Texas suspect’s mother told ABC he gave her an “uneasy feeling” at times and could “be aggressive … If he really got mad.” But authorities say he had no known criminal or mental health history. The state has no such red flag law.
They are just the latest suspected U.S. mass shooters whose ability to obtain guns has raised concerns. In some cases shooters got guns legally under current firearms laws, or because of background check lapses or law enforcement’s failure to heed warnings of concerning behavior.
After the shootings, which together left 31 people dead, President Joe Biden renewed calls for stronger gun laws and questioned whether people as young as 18 should be allowed to purchase firearms. In the past, Biden has called for banning assault weapons and expanding background checks. Many Republicans oppose the measures.
A look at how suspects in recent mass shootings obtained guns, based on police accounts, court documents and contemporaneous reporting:
UVALDE, TEXAS: MAY 24, 2022. 21 DEAD.
Salvador Ramos legally purchased two guns in the days before the attack that killed 19 students and two teachers at Robb Elementary School — an AR-style rifle from a federally licensed gun dealer in the Uvalde area on May 17 and a second rifle on May 20. Ramos made the purchases just days after turning 18, the minimum age under federal law for buying a rifle. He also purchased several hundred rounds of ammunition. At least one of the rifles was a DDM4, made by Daniel Defense and modeled after the U.S. military’s M4 carbine rifle, though without the M4′s ability to switch to fully automatic or fire a three-round burst. “The idea that an 18-year-old kid can walk into a gun store and buy two assault weapons is just wrong,” Biden said hours after the shooting Tuesday. “What in God’s name do you need an assault weapon for except to kill someone?” Ramos was killed at the school by a Border Patrol team.
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BUFFALO, NEW YORK: MAY 14, 2022. 10 DEAD.
Payton Gendron legally purchased the Bushmaster XM-15 E2S used in the attack on Tops Friendly Market from a federally licensed gun dealer near his home in Conklin, New York, about 200 miles (320 kilometers) southeast of Buffalo. In a personal, online diary that surfaced after the attack, Gendron said he bought the AR-15-style weapon in January, bought a shotgun in December and received a rifle as a Christmas present from his dad when he was 16. Last year, Gendron was taken to a hospital for a psychiatric evaluation under a state mental health law after writing “murder-suicide” in response to a teacher’s question. New York is one of 19 states with red flag laws that allow courts to take guns from people posing immediate danger, but that didn’t happen with Gendron, who was 17 at the time. State police described his threat as “general in nature” and said it didn’t “specifically mention shooting or firearms.” After the shooting, Gov. Kathy Hochul signed an executive order underscoring the need for red flag interventions and said she would seek to bar people under 21 from buying some semi-automatic weapons in the state. A similar law in California was ruled unconstitutional. Gendron is charged with murder.
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BOULDER, COLORADO: MARCH 22, 2021. 10 DEAD.
Ahmad Al Aliwi Alissa bought a Ruger AR-556 pistol, a semi-automatic weapon with a capacity of up to 30 rounds, six days before the shooting at King Soopers grocery store, police said. Alissa was prone to sudden rage and was convicted of misdemeanor assault and sentenced to probation for attacking a high school classmate. Colorado has a universal background check law covering almost all gun sales, but that misdemeanor would not have prevented him from buying a weapon, experts said. Had it been a felony, federal law would’ve barred his purchase. Days before the shooting, a judge struck down city ordinances banning assault rifles and high-capacity magazines in Boulder, citing a state law prohibiting local gun bans. The NRA backed the lawsuit challenging the ordinances. A judge ruled last month that Alissa is mentally incompetent to stand trial.
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SAN JOSE, CALIFORNIA: MAY 26, 2021. 9 DEAD.
Samuel James Cassidy legally purchased the three 9 mm handguns he used to kill co-workers and then himself at a Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority rail yard. He also stockpiled a dozen guns and 25,000 rounds of ammunition at his home, which he set ablaze before the shooting, and had high-capacity magazines that may have been illegal under California law, depending on when they were purchased. Santa Clara’s district attorney said authorities would’ve sought to take Cassidy’s weapons away under the state’s red flag law had U.S. Customs and Border Protection informed them of a “Significant Encounter” with Cassidy upon his return to California from a trip to the Philippines in 2016. Customs agents said in a report that Cassidy harbored “dark thoughts about harming” two specific people and had a memo book in which he expressed his hatred of the transit agency.
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ATLANTA: MARCH 16, 2021. 8 DEAD.
Robert Aaron Long purchased a 9 mm handgun just hours before going on a shooting rampage at three massage businesses in the Atlanta area, police said. A lawyer for the gun shop said it complies with federal background check laws. Georgia, like the majority of states, has no waiting period to obtain a gun. Long claimed to have a “sex addiction,” police said, and he spent time at an addiction recovery facility last year. Federal law bans guns for people who are “unlawful users of or addicted to a controlled substance” or who’ve been court-ordered to a mental health or substance abuse treatment facility, but doesn’t mention treatment for other compulsions as a barrier to ownership. Long is serving a sentence life without parole.
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MIDLAND, TEXAS, AUG. 31, 2019. 7 DEAD.
Seth Aaron Ator purchased an AR-style rifle through a private sale, allowing him to evade a federal background check, and fired it indiscriminately from his car into passing vehicles and shopping plazas. He also hijacked a mail truck, killing the driver. Ator had been blocked from getting a gun in 2014 after his background check was flagged because a court determined he was mentally ill, according to a law enforcement official familiar with the matter. Private sales, which account for up to 40% of all gun sales according to some estimates, are not subject to a federal background check and private sellers aren’t required to determine if a buyer is eligible to own a gun. Ator was killed by police.
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DAYTON, OHIO: AUG. 4, 2019. 9 DEAD.
Connor Betts’ classmates said he was suspended in high school for compiling a “hit list” and a “rape list,” but authorities said nothing in his background prevented him from purchasing the AR-15-style pistol used in the shooting at Ned Peppers Bar. Ohio law requires that sealed records of any juvenile crimes be expunged either after five years or once the offender turns 23. Betts, who was 24 at the time of the shooting, bought the gun online from a Texas dealer. It was then shipped to a Dayton-area firearms dealer, in accordance with federal law. Betts was killed by police.
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EL PASO, TEXAS, AUG. 3, 2019. 23 DEAD.
Patrick Crusius bought an AK-47-style rifle and 1,000 rounds of hollow-point ammunition online 45 days before he walked into a Walmart store and opened fire, killing 23 people and injuring two dozen others, before confessing that he had been targeting Mexicans, according to prosecutors. A Crusius family lawyer said his mother raised concerns about the purchase in a call to police on June 27. Police said she asked if Crusius, who was 21 at the time, was old enough to buy a gun. Police said she was assured he was and that he’d qualify if he passed a background check. Police said she expressed concern only about his safety and said she’d seen no recent change in his behavior. Crusius posted a racist screed online just before the attack and appeared to target Mexicans. He’s charged with capital murder in Texas and federal hate crimes and firearms offenses.
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VIRGINIA BEACH, VIRGINIA: MAY 31, 2019. 12 DEAD.
Former Virginia Beach city employee DeWayne Craddock legally purchased six firearms in the three years before he opened fire on a municipal building, including the two .45-caliber pistols used in the attack. An independent review of the shooting, commissioned by the City of Virginia Beach, found that Craddock displayed no warning signs or “prohibited behaviors associated with a pathway to violence,” and that he had no known history of mental health treatment. Craddock was killed by police. ___
THOUSAND OAKS, CALIFORNIA: NOV. 7, 2018. 12 DEAD.
Ian David Long, a former Marine machine gunner who served in Afghanistan, used a legally purchased .45-caliber pistol with an extended magazine in the shooting at the Borderline Bar & Grill. California tried to outlaw high-capacity magazines, but a federal judge reversed that after a pro-gun group sued. Months before the shooting, sheriff’s deputies called to Long’s home found him acting irrationally, but a mental health specialist didn’t feel he needed to be involuntarily committed. California has a red flag law, but there’s no indication authorities sought a court order to take away Long’s guns. Long killed himself.
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PITTSBURGH: OCT. 27, 2018. 11 DEAD.
Robert Gregory Bowers had a carry license and legally owned the Colt AR-15 SP1 and three Glock .357 handguns police said he used to kill worshipers at Tree of Life synagogue. Bowers spent months posting rants against Jews on Gab, a social media site favored by right-wing extremists. He also posted photos of his “glock family.” Just before the attack, he posted a screed against a Jewish organization that resettles refugees, saying: “I can’t sit by and watch my people get slaughtered. Screw your optics, I’m going in.” None of the rhetoric appeared to raise red flags. His case is pending. ___
SANTA FE, TEXAS: MAY. 18, 2018. 10 DEAD.
Dimitrios Pagourtzis, a 17-year-old student, used a shotgun and a .38-caliber handgun that his father purchased legally and stored in a closet at their home, authorities said. It wasn’t clear if his father knew he’d taken the guns. Prior to the attack, Pagourtzis posted a photo on social media of a T-shirt with the phrase “Born to Kill” and had writings indicating he planned to attack his high school. A judge sent him to a mental health facility after ruling he was incompetent to stand trial.
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PARKLAND, FLORIDA: FEB. 14, 2018. 17 DEAD.
Nikolas Cruz legally purchased a Smith & Wesson M&P 15 rifle in February 2017 from a licensed dealer a few miles from Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School, authorities said. He’d been treated at a mental health clinic but hadn’t been there in more than a year. Federal law prohibits gun purchases if a court declares a person a “mental defective” or commits that person to an institution, but not if the person seeks treatment voluntarily. Cruz was 19 at the time of the shooting. He pleaded guilty in October and is scheduled to be sentenced next month. ___
SUTHERLAND SPRINGS, TEXAS: NOV. 5, 2017. 25 DEAD.
Devin Patrick Kelley’s history of domestic abuse barred him from buying guns. He was able to because information about his crimes was never entered into a federal database used for background checks. The Air Force failed to follow rules requiring that it inform the FBI about his conduct. Kelley purchased four guns, including an AR-15-style rifle found at First Baptist Church, from licensed Texas and Colorado dealers over a four-year span. Kelley killed himself. ___
LAS VEGAS: OCT. 1, 2017. 58 DEAD.
Stephen Paddock purchased 33 of the 49 weapons found in his hotel room and at his homes in the year before he opened fire on a country music festival. Paddock passed all background checks. His gradual accumulation of guns went undetected because federal law doesn’t require licensed gun dealers to alert the government about rifle purchases. Paddock killed himself. ___
ORLANDO, FLORIDA: JUNE 12, 2016. 49 DEAD.
Omar Mateen purchased an AR-15-style rifle, a Sig Sauer MCX, and a handgun from a licensed dealer on separate days about a week before the Pulse nightclub attack. He passed a background check and had a security license that allowed him to be armed while on duty. The FBI investigated Mateen in 2013 and 2014 over co-workers’ concerns that he’d spoken about ties to terrorist groups. Neither inquiry led to charges. Even if he’d been placed on a terrorism watch list, Congress in 2015 rejected attempts to prevent people on the list from purchasing guns. Mateen was killed by police.
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SAN BERNARDINO, CALIFORNIA: DEC. 2, 2015. 14 DEAD.
Syed Farook and his wife, Tashfeen Malik, used weapons the FBI said his neighbor, Enrique Marquez, legally purchased from a licensed dealer in 2011 and 2012. Marquez pleaded guilty to charges he conspired to provide support to terrorists and made false statements to acquire a firearm. He told investigators Farook asked him to buy the weapons because he would draw less attention. Farook and Malik were killed by police.
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ROSEBURG, OREGON: OCT. 1, 2015. 10 DEAD.
Christopher Harper-Mercer and his family members legally purchased the handguns and rifle used in the Umpqua Community College shooting from a licensed dealer. Investigators found six guns at the college and eight at an apartment. Neighbors said Harper-Mercer and his mother went target shooting together. Harper-Mercer killed himself after he was wounded by police.
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CHARLESTON, SOUTH CAROLINA: JUNE 17, 2015. 9 DEAD.
A drug arrest should’ve prevented Dylann Roof from purchasing the pistol he used at Emanuel AME Church, but a record-keeping error and background check delay enabled the transaction to go through. The FBI said a background check examiner never saw the arrest report because the wrong arresting agency was listed in state criminal history records. After three days, the gun dealer was legally permitted to complete the transaction. He was convicted and is on federal death row.
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WASHINGTON: SEPT. 16, 2013. 12 DEAD.
Aaron Alexis, a former reservist turned civilian contractor, passed background checks and legally purchased the shotgun used in the Washington Navy Yard shooting despite recent mental health treatment and a history of violent outbursts. He previously fired a gun in anger twice but wasn’t prosecuted in either case. Alexis was killed by police.
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NEWTOWN, CONNECTICUT: DEC. 14, 2012. 26 DEAD.
Adam Lanza used his mother’s weapons, including a .223-caliber semi-automatic rifle, in the massacre at Sandy Hook Elementary School. Lanza’s mother, whom he fatally shot before going to the school, also purchased the ammunition. Lanza killed himself. ___
AURORA, COLORADO: JULY 20, 2012. 12 DEAD.
James Holmes was receiving psychiatric treatment when he passed required federal background checks and legally purchased the weapons he used in his movie theater assault. As in the Parkland and Navy Yard cases, treatment alone did not prevent him from buying guns. He was convicted and sentenced to 12 life terms and thousands of years in prison.
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The leaders featured on this year's HRD Global 100 were selected for their outstanding commitment to their companies and people over the past 12 months
SALT LAKE CITY, Nov. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- O.C. Tanner, the global leader in employee recognition and workplace culture, today announced that Meghan Stettler, a director at the O.C. Tanner Institute, has been named to this year's Human Resources Director (HRD) Global 100 list.
"I'm truly honored and grateful to be named among HRD's 100 most influential leaders two years running," said Stettler. "This is a win for the entire O.C. Tanner Institute team who consistently deliver market-leading research and insights to help organizations and their people thrive amid ongoing change. I am proud of all we continue to accomplish together."
A division within O.C. Tanner, the O.C. Tanner Institute is a research and education team focused on delivering valuable insights on corporate culture, the employee experience, and recognition to help organizations intentionally create healthy, productive workplace cultures.
Since joining in 2020, Stettler has transformed the O.C. Tanner Institute by expanding new and existing communication channels to provide timely and relevant content that elevates the company's approach as well as that of other top HR practitioners around the globe. As an internationally respected thought leader, each year she addresses thousands of people across the United States, Canada, Australia, Asia-Pacific, IMEA, and United Kingdom, as well as regularly featured in HRD Magazine and others on key topics from the Institute's annual Global Culture Report, such as community, employee fulfillment, hybrid work, leadership, and recognition.
"We are thrilled that Meghan has been honored again in the HRD Global 100 list," said Gary Beckstrand, vice president of the O.C. Tanner Institute. "Myself and every member of the Institute team are constantly inspired by Meghan's great work and dedication, so it is no wonder HRD has chosen her to honor among so many other inspiring individuals."
Now in its third year, and drawing from six markets – the U.S., Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Asia-Pacific, and the U.K. – HRD's annual Global 100 celebrates the best and brightest individuals the HR sector has to offer. It focuses on those who have delivered outstanding results, introduced new initiatives, refined existing working practices and also acted as a source of inspiration to colleagues.
You can view the complete HRD Global 100 list here: https://www.hcamag.com/ca/best-in-hr/global-100-hr-2022/426881.
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2022-11-15T20:14:13+00:00
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ksla.com
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https://www.ksla.com/prnewswire/2022/11/15/oc-tanners-meghan-stettler-recognized-one-human-resources-directors-global-100-leaders-second-consecutive-year/
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WASHINGTON — The Federal Reserve's move Wednesday to raise its key rate by a half-point brought it to a range of 4.25% to 4.5%, the highest level in 14 years.
The Fed's latest increase — its seventh rate hike this year — will make it even costlier for consumers and businesses to borrow for homes, autos and other purchases. If, on the other hand, you have money to save, you'll earn a bit more interest on it.
Wednesday's rate hike, part of the Fed's drive to curb high inflation, was smaller than its previous four straight three-quarter-point increases. The downshift reflects, in part, the easing of inflation and the cooling of the economy.
As interest rates increase, many economists say they fear that a recession remains inevitable — and with it, job losses that could cause hardship for households already badly hurt by inflation.
Here’s what to know:
WHAT’S PROMPTING THE RATE INCREASES?
The short answer: Inflation. Over the past year, consumer inflation in the United States has clocked in at 7.1% — the fifth straight monthly drop but still a painfully high level.
The Fed's goal is to slow consumer spending, thereby reducing demand for homes, cars and other goods and services, eventually cooling the economy and lowering prices.
Fed Chair Jerome Powell has acknowledged that aggressively raising interest rates would bring “some pain” for households but that doing so is necessary to crush high inflation.
WHICH CONSUMERS ARE MOST AFFECTED?
Anyone borrowing money to make a large purchase, such as a home, car or large appliance, will take a hit, according to Scott Hoyt, an analyst with Moody’s Analytics.
“The new rate pretty dramatically increases your monthly payments and your cost,” he said. “It also affects consumers who have a lot of credit card debt — that will hit right away.”
That said, Hoyt noted that household debt payments, as a proportion of income, remain relatively low, though they have risen lately. So even as borrowing rates steadily rise, many households might not feel a much heavier debt burden immediately.
“I’m not sure interest rates are top of mind for most consumers right now,” Hoyt said. “They seem more worried about groceries and what’s going on at the gas pump. Rates can be something tricky for consumers to wrap their minds around.”
HOW WILL THIS AFFECT CREDIT CARD RATES?
Even before the Fed’s latest move, credit card borrowing rates had reached their highest level since 1996, according to Bankrate.com, and these will likely continue to rise.
And with prices still surging, there are signs that Americans are increasingly relying on credit cards to help maintain their spending. Total credit card balances have topped $900 billion, according to the Fed, a record high, though that amount isn’t adjusted for inflation.
John Leer, chief economist at Morning Consult, a survey research firm, said its polling suggests that more Americans are spending down the savings they accumulated during the pandemic and are using credit instead. Eventually, rising rates could make it harder for those households to pay off their debts.
Those who don’t qualify for low-rate credit cards because of weak credit scores are already paying significantly higher interest on their balances, and they’ll continue to.
As rates have risen, zero percent loans marketed as “Buy Now, Pay Later” have also become popular with consumers. But longer-term loans of more than four payments that these companies offer are subject to the same increased borrowing rates as credit cards.
For people who have home equity lines of credit or other variable-interest debt, rates will increase by roughly the same amount as the Fed hike, usually within one or two billing cycles. That’s because those rates are based in part on banks’ prime rate, which follows the Fed’s.
HOW ARE SAVERS AFFECTED?
The rising returns on high-yield savings accounts and certificates of deposit (CDs) have put them at levels not seen since 2009, which means that households may want to boost savings if possible. You can also now earn more on bonds and other fixed-income investments.
Though savings, CDs, and money market accounts don’t typically track the Fed’s changes, online banks and others that offer high-yield savings accounts can be exceptions. These institutions typically compete aggressively for depositors. (The catch: They sometimes require significantly high deposits.)
In general, banks tend to capitalize on a higher-rate environment to boost their profits by imposing higher rates on borrowers, without necessarily offering juicer rates to savers.
WILL THIS AFFECT HOME OWNERSHIP?
Last week, mortgage buyer Freddie Mac reported that the average rate on the benchmark 30-year mortgage dipped to 6.33%. That means the rate on a typical home loan is still about twice as expensive as it was a year ago.
Mortgage rates don’t always move in tandem with the Fed's benchmark rate. They instead tend to track the yield on the 10-year Treasury note.
Sales of existing homes have declined for nine straight months as borrowing costs have become too high a hurdle for many Americans who are already paying much more for food, gas and other necessities.
WILL IT BE EASIER TO FIND A HOUSE IF I’M STILL LOOKING TO BUY?
If you’re financially able to proceed with a home purchase, you’re likely to have more options than at any time in the past year.
WHAT IF I WANT TO BUY A CAR?
Since the Fed began increasing rates in March, the average new vehicle loan has jumped more than 2 percentage points, from 4.5% to 6.6% in November, according to the Edmunds.com auto site. Used vehicle loans are up 2.1 percentage points to 10.2%. Loan durations for new vehicles average just under 70 months, and they’ve passed 70 months for used vehicles.
Most important, though, is the monthly payment, on which most people base their auto purchases. Edmunds says that since March, it’s up by an average of $61 to $718 for new vehicles. The average payment for used vehicles is up $22 per month to $565.
Ivan Drury, Edmunds' director of insights, says financing the average new vehicle with a price of $47,000 now costs $8,436 in interest. That’s enough to chase many out of the auto market.
“I think we’re actually starting to see that these interest rates, they’re doing what the Fed wants,” Drury said. “They’re taking away the buying power so that you can’t buy a vehicle anymore. There’s going to be fewer people that can afford it.”
Any rate increase by the Fed will likely be passed through to auto borrowers, though it will be slightly offset by subsidized rates from manufacturers. Drury predicts that new-vehicle prices will start to ease next year as demand wanes a little.
HOW HAVE THE RATE HIKES INFLUENCED CRYPTO?
Cryptocurrencies like bitcoin have dropped in value since the Fed began raising rates. So have many previously high-valued technology stocks.
Higher rates mean that safe assets like Treasuries have become more attractive to investors because their yields have increased. That makes risky assets like technology stocks and cryptocurrencies less attractive.
Still, bitcoin continues to suffer from problems separate from economic policy. Three major crypto firms have failed, most recently the high-profile FTX exchange, shaking the confidence of crypto investors.
WHAT ABOUT MY JOB?
Some economists argue that layoffs could be necessary to slow rising prices. One argument is that a tight labor market fuels wage growth and higher inflation. But the nation’s employers kept hiring briskly in November.
“Job openings continue to exceed job hires, indicating employers are still struggling to fill vacancies,” said Odeta Kushi, an economist with First American.
WILL THIS AFFECT STUDENT LOANS?
Borrowers who take out new private student loans should prepare to pay more as as rates increase. The current range for federal loans is between about 5% and 7.5%.
That said, payments on federal student loans are suspended with zero interest until summer 2023 as part of an emergency measure put in place early in the pandemic. President Joe Biden has also announced some loan forgiveness, of up to $10,000 for most borrowers, and up to $20,000 for Pell Grant recipients — a policy that's now being challenged in the courts.
IS THERE A CHANCE THE RATE HIKES WILL BE REVERSED?
It looks increasingly unlikely that rates will come down anytime soon. On Wednesday, the Fed signaled that it will raise its rate as high as roughly 5.1% early next year — and keep it there for the rest of 2023.
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2022-12-15T07:45:29+00:00
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wthr.com
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https://www.wthr.com/article/news/nation-world/fed-rate-hikes-how-does-it-affect-personal-finances/507-c2fa873e-c229-4a70-92d9-667c78e76f78
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Sept. 8 Hearing Expected to Address Private Equity Pension Takeover, Retirement Security
WASHINGTON, Sept. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The International Brotherhood of Teamsters and hospitality union UNITE HERE applaud the announcement that a U.S. Senate committee plans to address the risky activity of private equity companies in the insurance and retirement asset industries.
A hearing on such issues, including the aggressive investment strategies of private equity-controlled insurers, is scheduled for Sept. 8 before the Senate Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. The topics are critical to workers and retirees as private equity companies, particularly Apollo Global Management, are taking control of more retirement assets and obligations through pension buyout deals.
Athene, a retirement security company owned by Apollo, entered the pension risk transfer market in 2017 and grew so rapidly it consumed the largest market share in 2020 and 2021.
Committee Chairman Senator Sherrod Brown said he intends to address "the growth of offshore reinsurance markets and increased risk-taking behavior across the life insurance industry" during the hearing, among other issues. Brown has asked the National Association of Insurance Commissioners and the Federal Insurance Office to study what risks these more aggressive tactics of private equity insurance providers present to policyholders.
"Lawmakers have to get off the sidelines and do something about private equity's dangerous behavior around insurance and retirement assets," said Teamsters General President Sean M. O'Brien. "The Teamsters applaud Senator Brown for helping to ring the alarm bells on private equity's expanding presence in these industries. Our government needs to get serious about safeguarding workers' retirement benefits and start scrutinizing the investment actions of companies like Apollo."
"Workers' earned pension assets should stay in federally regulated and insured pension plans," said UNITE HERE President D. Taylor. "They should not be sold off to private equity, reinsured offshore in Bermuda, and placed into complex and illiquid investments. We look forward to these issues being addressed in the upcoming hearing."
Contact:
Kara Deniz, (202) 497-6610
kdeniz@teamster.org
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2022-09-06T22:12:28+00:00
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wagmtv.com
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https://www.wagmtv.com/prnewswire/2022/09/06/teamsters-unite-here-applaud-sen-browns-alarm-private-equity-insurance-industry/
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Rossen Reports: How to scan documents for free on your iPhone
Rossen Reports: How to scan documents for free on your iPhone
Hi, let's get right to the rundown first. We're gearing up for the busiest travel season of the year and of course I want to help you with inside information including when the busiest travel day will be. It's changing from last year so it's pretty interesting and you're gonna be surprised about it then *** reminder that could save you and your family's life, the household task you need to do right now, it'll take you one minute but you need to do it and finally the next time someone asks you to scan *** document and send it to them, you don't need to download an app and pay for it or go to the store. I found *** hidden way to do this on your iphone for free. You're gonna want to see this, I'll walk you through it. First up holiday travel is going to be more chaotic than ever even from before. The pandemic, the travel app hopper says 70% of us have travel plans for just thanksgiving alone but get this in years past the busiest travel day before the holiday. So heading to thanksgiving was always the Wednesday or Tuesday right before thanksgiving this year we're going *** lot early. We're spending the week with family. You were going to sunday before okay with 3.3 million people expected to travel on that sunday and the sunday after will be the busiest travel day of the whole week because we want to get out of dodge and what airports are going to be the busiest. Here you go Atlanta Dallas fort Worth and Denver *** lot of hubs there. So just remember book the first flight out if you can, it's the least likely to get canceled or delayed Next. We just went through daylight saving time and you may have thought the clocks were all you need to worry about. But that's not true. We're supposed to change our smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detector batteries every six months and we like to use daylight saving time is the best reminder to do that. *** new report from the National Fire Protection Association says there are about 361,000 house fires. Look at that number. I mean think about how many that is *** day just last year alone and the CDC says 430 people die every year more than one *** day from accidental C. O poisoning. So get those batteries changed right now if you haven't been stay safe. Finally, when I learn about cool new tech tricks, you know, I bring it right to you. I have to share. You don't need *** scanner or to run out to an office or restore to scan documents anymore and send them to someone. You can do it right on your iphone for free. Maybe you knew this already, but no one I didn't know it and everyone I asked didn't know it. So here's what you do on the iphone go right here to the notes app on your iphone. Then tap this, the new note icon right here in the bottom right corner, tap on the camera icon. And then on scan documents, they make this nice and easy. This will automatically scan whatever you want. No glare. Like if you just took *** picture of yourself and it's automatically going to convert it to *** pdf, which is what you need to send now, if your documents need to be signed, No problem there Either. When you go to send it, just tap right up here, mark up right here in the middle and send it off. I'm gonna post all this step by step on my website, Rawson Reports dot com. So you can flip between your notes app, that deal.
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If you need to scan a document, you don’t need to buy a scanner, run to your office, or download an app. There’s a way to do it on your iPhone and it’s totally free. Scanning your document will automatically convert it to a PDF. Follow the steps below: Go to the Notes app on your iPhone.Tap the New Note icon in the bottom right corner. Tap on the camera icon and then on "Scan Documents".Hit the Save button in the bottom right corner and this will save it to your notes. When you’re ready to send it off:Click on the document. Then tap on the Export icon in the top right corner. You can also sign your document:Right before you pick where to send it off to; scroll down on the menu. Then tap Markup. Use that tool to sign your document.
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2022-11-10T20:17:53+00:00
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koat.com
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https://www.koat.com/article/scan-documents-for-free-on-iphone/41925345
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A Hartland man was killed Sunday evening in a crash in Madison.
Steven Young, 42, and 55-year-old Paul Pronteau of Sand Coulee, Montana, were driving north in a 2000 GMC pickup truck on Route 201, south of the White School House Road intersection, about 6:45 p.m. when they left the road, struck a storage building and rolled over, according to Michael Mitchell, chief deputy of the Somerset County Sheriff’s Office.
Young was partially ejected from the truck and died at the scene, Mitchell said Monday.
Pronteau wasn’t injured and declined medical attention, Mitchell said.
Neither man was wearing a seatbelt.
The crash remains under investigation.
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2023-06-06T12:45:40+00:00
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bangordailynews.com
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https://www.bangordailynews.com/2023/06/06/news/central-maine/steven-young-madison-fatal-crash/
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AUSTIN, Texas — Sebastian Driussi scored the equalizer for Austin in a 1-1 draw with Nashville on Saturday.
Joe Willis made one save for Nashville.
Austin visits the Vancouver Whitecaps on Saturday, while Nashville will host the Houston Dynamo on Sunday.
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The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar.
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2022-09-18T04:22:00+00:00
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washingtonpost.com
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https://www.washingtonpost.com/sports/soccer/driussis-goal-helps-austin-to-1-1-tie-with-nashville/2022/09/18/92984b02-3707-11ed-a0d6-415299bfebd5_story.html
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NOT FOR RELEASE, PUBLICATION OR DISTRIBUTION, IN WHOLE OR IN PART, DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY, IN OR INTO AUSTRALIA, CANADA, HONG KONG, JAPAN, NEW ZEALAND OR SOUTH AFRICA OR ANY OTHER JURISDICTION IN WHICH THE TENDER OFFER WOULD BE PROHIBITED BY APPLICABLE LAW. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, PLEASE SEE SECTION ENTITLED "IMPORTANT INFORMATION" BELOW.
- Triton is providing all shareholders of Caverion a superior offer of EUR 8.00 per share, a 14.3 percent premium compared to the pending voluntary public tender offer for all issued and outstanding shares in Caverion by the consortium led by Bain Capital.
- The transaction will reward all shareholders appropriately for the improvements that Caverion has already delivered.
- Triton will support the management and employees of Caverion in their transformation strategy to sustainably improve long-term performance.
- Triton is bringing local Northern European industrial expertise and significant financial resources to protect and accelerate the company's transformation strategy.
- Triton does not anticipate any material substantive issues to the completion of the tender offer, which is expected to occur during the third or fourth quarter of 2023, and shareholders who have validly tendered their shares will be compensated for the longer time period to completion through the offer price accruing interest at the rate of 3.00 percent per annum from the beginning of July 2023 onwards if the tender offer is not declared unconditional before then.
- Triton is seeking the support of Caverion's Board of Directors and shareholders and looking forward to engaging with the Caverion Board of Directors on delivering a successful outcome to all Caverion shareholders, employees and customers.
HELSINKI, Finland, Jan. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Crayfish BidCo Oy (the "Offeror"), a Finnish private limited liability company indirectly controlled by the entities comprising Triton Fund V (together "Triton"), hereby announces a voluntary public cash tender offer for all the issued and outstanding shares in Caverion Corporation ("Caverion" or the "Company") that are not held by Caverion or any of its subsidiaries (the "Shares" or, individually, a "Share") (the "Tender Offer"). The shareholders of Caverion (other than Caverion or its subsidiaries) will be offered a cash consideration of EUR 8.00 for each Share validly tendered in the Tender Offer (the "Offer Price").
KEY HIGHLIGHTS AND SUMMARY OF THE TENDER OFFER
- The Offer Price under the Tender Offer is EUR 8.00 in cash for each Share validly tendered in the Tender Offer, subject to any adjustments as set out in section "The Tender Offer in Brief" below.
- The Offer Price (excluding any Interest Component, as defined below) represents a premium of approximately:
- In addition, if the Offeror has not declared the Tender Offer unconditional by 4:00 p.m. EEST on 30 June 2023, to compensate all shareholders of Caverion who have validly tendered their Shares for the longer time period to completion, interest shall accrue on the Offer Price from 1 July 2023 until the date the Offeror declares the Tender Offer unconditional (such date inclusive) at a rate of 3.00 percent per annum and be settled in connection with the settlement of the Offer Price in accordance with the terms and conditions of the Tender Offer (the "Interest Component"). By way of an illustrative example, should the Offeror declare the Tender Offer unconditional on 29 September 2023, an Interest Component of EUR 0.06 would become payable per each validly tendered Share, resulting in a total payment of EUR 8.06 per Share.
- The Tender Offer values Caverion's total equity at approximately EUR 1,092 million (disregarding the 2,447,447 shares held in treasury by Caverion and the Interest Component, if any).
- The Offeror believes that the Tender Offer is a superior alternative to the shareholders of Caverion as compared to the pending Bain Capital Offer. Those shareholders of Caverion who have already accepted the Bain Capital Offer are advised that should they wish to withdraw their acceptance of the Bain Capital Offer, they will need to take action before the expiry of the offer period under, and in accordance with the terms and conditions of, the Bain Capital Offer.
- The transaction will enable Caverion to continue its transformation strategy to sustainably improve its long-term performance and allows all current shareholders of Caverion to be appropriately rewarded for the improvements that Caverion has already delivered. Triton intends to support the management and employees of Caverion with local Northern European industrial expertise and significant financial resources to protect and accelerate the transformation strategy and leadership in digital innovation and energy management solutions.
- Triton has high respect for Caverion's Nordic roots, the Company's management and employees as well as their innovativeness and expertise. As a leading Northern European investor with vast experience and in-depth knowledge of the technical installation and services sector, Triton can support Caverion's future growth and further improve its capabilities to best serve its customers.
- The completion of the Tender Offer is subject to the satisfaction or waiver by the Offeror of certain customary conditions on or prior to the Offeror's announcement of the final result of the Tender Offer including, among others, obtaining merger control clearance and all other necessary regulatory approvals, and the Offeror having gained control of more than 90 percent of the Shares and votes in Caverion.
- The completion of the Tender Offer is not expected to have any immediate material effects on the operations or assets, the position of the management or employees, or the business locations of Caverion. However, as is customary, the Offeror intends to change the composition of the Board of Directors of Caverion after the completion of the Tender Offer.
- The Offeror has secured necessary equity and debt financing to finance the Tender Offer at completion in accordance with its terms, including the payment of the Interest Component, if any, as well as subsequent mandatory redemption proceedings, if any, in accordance with the Finnish Companies Act (624/2006, as amended, the "Finnish Companies Act"). The Offeror's obligation to complete the Tender Offer is not conditional upon availability of financing.
- The Offeror expects to publish a tender offer document (the "Tender Offer Document") with detailed information on the Tender Offer on or about 30 January 2023. The offer period under the Tender Offer is expected to commence on or about 31 January 2023 and to initially expire on or about 11 April 2023.
- Based on currently available information, the Tender Offer is expected to be completed during the third or fourth quarter of 2023. Subject to applicable laws and the terms and conditions of the Tender Offer, the Offeror intends to extend the offer period as necessary to satisfy the conditions to completion of the Tender Offer, including, among others, the receipt of all necessary regulatory approvals. Based on analysis performed to date, the Offeror does not anticipate any material substantive issues with respect to obtaining any such regulatory approvals, and the Offeror will, subject to applicable laws and the terms and conditions of the Tender Offer, use its reasonable best efforts to obtain merger control clearance as well as all other necessary regulatory approvals as soon as possible. However, if the Offeror has not declared the Tender Offer unconditional by 4:00 p.m. EEST on 30 June 2023, the Interest Component will become payable to compensate shareholders for the longer time period to completion. For further information, see section "Regulatory approvals" below.
- The Offeror previously negotiated a potential tender offer with the Board of Directors of Caverion, but the parties were not able to conclude such negotiations due to, among others, the constraints under, and the lack of disclosure relating to, the terms applicable to the members of the consortium led by Bain Capital. The Offeror therefore terminated the negotiations and instead decided to announce this Tender Offer now to ensure that all shareholders of Caverion will get full value for their Shares and become aware of the Offeror's superior offer given that the pending Bain Capital Offer is set to expire soon. The Offeror looks forward to engaging with the Board of Directors of Caverion to facilitate this Tender Offer and jointly provide this superior alternative for all Caverion shareholders, employees and customers.
Commenting on the Tender Offer, Mikael Aro, Operating Partner at Triton:
"We strongly believe that our offer is very attractive for all shareholders and allows them to be appropriately rewarded for the improvements that Caverion has already delivered. At an offer price of EUR 8.00 per share, we are providing all shareholders of Caverion a superior offer with an approximately 14.3 percent premium to the current offer of the Bain Capital consortium. We are looking forward to discussions with the Caverion Board of Directors to jointly provide this superior alternative for all Caverion shareholders, employees and customers.
Having closely followed Caverion since its listing in 2013, we approach Caverion as a former significant shareholder of the company and with great respect for its Nordic roots, strong expertise in the technical building installation and services sector and ambition to grow sustainably. We admire the recent transformation that has been delivered by the company's management and employees as evidenced in the year-by-year improvement in profitability and its ever-enhancing solutions for supporting customers throughout the building lifecycle and helping them with their smart and green transition.
As a leading Northern European investor with a local presence in all major markets of Caverion and vast experience and in-depth knowledge of the technical installation and services sector, we are an ideal partner to take Caverion to its full potential and further increase its long-term prospects. We will protect and accelerate the transformation strategy and leadership in digital innovation and energy management solutions. Our conviction is backed by our shared Nordic heritage and our unique experience in the sector."
BACKGROUND AND STRATEGIC RATIONALE
Triton is a leading Northern European investment firm which seeks to contribute to the building of better businesses for the longer term. Triton and its executives strive to be agents of positive change towards sustainable operational improvements and growth. The Triton funds invest in and support the positive development of businesses headquartered predominantly in Northern Europe. Triton has a long track record of investing in service businesses, such as Caverion, across the Nordic and DACH regions.
Triton believes that its former role as a significant shareholder, current and past investments in the sector and continued assessment of the Company give it a unique appreciation of the strengths demonstrated by Caverion:
- Caverion has created a strong platform in Northern Europe and beyond through investment in its skilled people, digital innovation and energy management solutions;
- Caverion's management and employees have strengthened the Company's profitability gradually year-by-year;
- Caverion delivers high quality customer service along the building life cycle assisting in smart and green transitions; and
- Caverion's updated strategy and targets are focused on continuing that profitability improvement and investing in sustainable and responsible growth.
Triton strongly believes in Caverion and is convinced that Triton is the right partner to materially enhance the full potential of the Company. Triton believes it can assist Caverion, among other things, through:
- investing significant capital and resources in line with Triton's history of reinvesting profits and providing additional capital for accelerating growth;
- operational support and value enhancing M&A;
- leveraging differentiated local industrial expertise in the key markets of Caverion;
- making resources available for Caverion to take quick and decisive action with significant independence; and
- providing a long-term investment horizon ideally suited for Caverion to achieve sustainable growth.
Triton sees more value in the Company than the current Bain Capital Offer, especially considering recent transformation of Caverion that has delivered gradual year-by-year improvement in profitability. The Offeror is therefore making a superior offer of EUR 8.00 per Share, representing a 14.3 percent premium over the Bain Capital Offer, to all Caverion shareholders. Caverion matches all Triton's investment criteria, and Triton believes that its industry understanding as well as its proven track record would make Triton a good owner of Caverion. Following the completion of the Tender Offer, Triton would continue to support the management team and Caverion employees in pursuing the continued growth and profitability improvement of the Company.
The completion of the Tender Offer is not expected to have any immediate material effects on the operations or assets, the position of the management or employees, or the business locations of Caverion. However, as is customary, the Offeror intends to change the composition of the Board of Directors of Caverion after the completion of the Tender Offer.
THE TENDER OFFER IN BRIEF
The Offeror will make a voluntary public cash tender offer for all the issued and outstanding shares in Caverion that are not held by Caverion or any of its subsidiaries.
As at the date of this announcement, Caverion has 138,920,092 issued shares, of which 136,472,645 are outstanding and 2,447,447 are held in treasury. As at the date of this announcement, neither the Offeror nor any person acting in concert with the Offeror as referred to in Chapter 11, Section 5 of the Finnish Securities Markets Act (746/2012, as amended, the "Finnish Securities Markets Act"), holds any shares or voting rights in Caverion. The Offeror reserves the right to acquire Shares before, during and/or after the offer period (including any extension thereof and any subsequent offer period) in public trading on Nasdaq Helsinki or otherwise, and currently intends to seek to do so as soon as possible.
The Offeror undertakes to comply with the Helsinki Takeover Code issued by the Finnish Securities Market Association (the "Helsinki Takeover Code").
The Offer Price
The Offer Price is EUR 8.00 in cash for each Share validly tendered in the Tender Offer, subject to any adjustments as set out below. The Tender Offer values Caverion's total equity at approximately EUR 1,092 million (disregarding the 2,447,447 shares held in treasury by Caverion and the Interest Component, if any).
The Offer Price (excluding any Interest Component) represents a premium of approximately:
- 14.3 percent compared to EUR 7.00, being the price offered for each issued and outstanding share under the Bain Capital Offer;
- 15.4 percent compared to the closing price (EUR 6.93) of the Caverion share on the official list of Nasdaq Helsinki on 9 January 2023, the last trading day before the date of this announcement;
- 70.6 percent compared to the closing price (EUR 4.69) of the Caverion share on the official list of Nasdaq Helsinki on 2 November 2022, the last trading day before the announcement of the Bain Capital Offer;
- 21.0 percent compared to the volume-weighted average trading price (EUR 6.61) of the Caverion share on the official list of Nasdaq Helsinki during the 3 months ended on 9 January 2023 (inclusive);
- 69.9 percent compared to the volume-weighted average trading price (EUR 4.71) of the Caverion share on the official list of Nasdaq Helsinki during the 3 months ended on 2 November 2022 (inclusive);
- 29.9 percent compared to the volume-weighted average trading price (EUR 6.16) of the Caverion share on the official list of Nasdaq Helsinki during the 6 months ended on 9 January 2023 (inclusive); and
- 71.3 percent compared to the volume-weighted average trading price (EUR 4.67) of the Caverion share on the official list of Nasdaq Helsinki during the 6 months ended on 2 November 2022 (inclusive).
In addition, if the Offeror has not declared the Tender Offer unconditional by 4:00 p.m. EEST on 30 June 2023, to compensate all shareholders of Caverion who have validly tendered their Shares for the longer time period to completion, interest shall accrue on the Offer Price from 1 July 2023 until the date the Offeror declares the Tender Offer unconditional (such date inclusive) at a rate of 3.00 percent per annum and be settled in connection with the settlement of the Offer Price in accordance with the terms and conditions of the Tender Offer. By way of an illustrative example, should the Offeror declare the Tender Offer unconditional on 29 September 2023, an Interest Component of EUR 0.06 would become payable per each validly tendered Share, resulting in a total payment of EUR 8.06 per Share.
The Offer Price has been determined based on 136,472,645 issued and outstanding Shares. Should the Company increase the number of Shares that are issued and outstanding on the date hereof as a result of a new share issue, reclassification, stock split (including a reverse split) or any other similar transaction, or should the Company distribute a dividend or otherwise distribute funds or any other assets to its shareholders, or if a record date with respect to any of the foregoing occurs prior to any of the settlements of the completion trades (whether after the expiry of the offer period or during or after any subsequent offer period), resulting in the distribution of funds not being payable to the Offeror, the Offer Price payable by the Offeror shall be reduced accordingly on a euro-for-euro basis.
The offer period
The offer period under the Tender Offer is expected to commence on or about 31 January 2023 and to initially expire on or about 11 April 2023. Based on currently available information, the Tender Offer is expected to be completed during the third or fourth quarter of 2023.
Subject to applicable laws and the terms and conditions of the Tender Offer, the Offeror intends to extend the offer period as necessary in order to satisfy the conditions to completion of the Tender Offer, including, among others, the receipt of all necessary regulatory approvals, permits, clearances and consents, including without limitation approvals required under applicable foreign direct investment laws and competition clearances (or, where applicable, the expiry of relevant waiting periods) required under applicable competition laws or other laws in any jurisdiction for the completion of the Tender Offer. For further information, see section "Regulatory approvals" below.
Should a competing public tender offer for shares in the Company be announced by a third party or should the Bain Capital Offer be improved following the publication of this stock exchange release, the Offeror reserves the right to (i) extend the offer period, (ii) amend the terms and conditions of the Tender Offer, and (iii) decide, before the expiration of the competing public tender offer or the Bain Capital Offer, to withdraw the Tender Offer or let the Tender Offer lapse.
The detailed terms and conditions of the Tender Offer as well as instructions on how to accept the Tender Offer will be included in the Tender Offer Document, which the Offeror expects to publish on or about 30 January 2023.
Those shareholders of Caverion who have already accepted the Bain Capital Offer are advised that should they wish to withdraw their acceptance of the Bain Capital Offer, they will need to act before the expiry of the offer period under, and in accordance with the terms and conditions of, the Bain Capital Offer.
Conditions to Completion of the Tender Offer
The Offeror's obligation to complete the Tender Offer is subject to the fulfillment or, to the extent permitted by applicable law, waiver by the Offeror of each of the conditions set out below (jointly the "Conditions to Completion") on or prior to the date of the Offeror's announcement of the final result of the Tender Offer in accordance with Chapter 11, Section 18 of the Finnish Securities Markets Act:
i. the Tender Offer having been validly accepted with respect to Shares representing, together with any other Shares otherwise acquired by the Offeror prior to or during the offer period, more than ninety (90) percent of the outstanding shares and voting rights in the Company calculated in accordance with Chapter 18, Section 1 of the Finnish Companies Act;
ii. the receipt of all necessary regulatory approvals, permits, clearances and consents, including without limitation approvals required under applicable foreign direct investment laws and competition clearances (or, where applicable, the expiry of relevant waiting periods) required under applicable competition laws or other laws in any jurisdiction for the completion of the Tender Offer and that any conditions set out in such approvals, permits, clearances or consents, including, but not limited to, any requirements for the disposal of any assets of the Company or the Offeror or their respective affiliated entities, or any reorganization of the business of the Company or the Offeror or their respective affiliated entities are, in each case, satisfactory to the Offeror in that they are not materially adverse to the Offeror, the Company or their respective affiliated entities, as the case may be, in view of the Tender Offer;
iii. no material adverse change in the Caverion group having occurred after the date of this stock exchange release;
iv. the Offeror not, after the date of this stock exchange release, having received information previously undisclosed to it that constitutes a material adverse change in the Caverion group;
v. no information made public by the Caverion group being materially inaccurate, incomplete, or misleading, and the Company not having failed to make public any information that should have been made public by it under applicable laws, regulations and/or the rules of Nasdaq Helsinki, provided that, in each case, the information made public, disclosed or not disclosed or the failure to disclose information constitutes a material adverse change in the Caverion group;
vi. no legislation or other regulation having been issued and no court or regulatory authority of competent jurisdiction having given a decision or issued any regulatory action that would wholly or in any material part prevent, materially postpone or frustrate the completion of the Tender Offer;
vii. Caverion not having taken any action with a view to wholly or in any material part preventing, materially postponing or frustrating, or impairing the conditions for, the completion of the Tender Offer; and
viii. all Conditions to Completion having been fulfilled or waived no later than at such time as is required for the settlement of the completion trades with respect to Shares validly tendered in the Tender Offer to occur on or before 8 January 2024, such date being the agreed long-stop date under the Offeror's debt financing arrangements for the Tender Offer, as determined in accordance with the terms and conditions of the Tender Offer and applicable laws.
The Conditions to Completion set out herein are exhaustive. The Offeror may invoke any of the Conditions to Completion so as to cause the Tender Offer not to proceed, to lapse or to be withdrawn if the circumstances which give rise to the right to invoke the relevant Condition to Completion have a significant meaning to the Offeror in view of the Tender Offer, as referred to in the Regulations and Guidelines 9/2013 (Takeover bids and mandatory bids), as may be amended or re-enacted from time to time, issued by the Finnish Financial Supervisory Authority and the Helsinki Takeover Code. With respect to the acceptance threshold set out in Condition to Completion (i) above, the Offeror notes the lack of public disclosure and resulting uncertainty relating to the conditions and timetable under which the Caverion shareholders participating in the consortium led by Bain Capital may accept or otherwise support a competing offer. The Offeror reserves the right to waive any of the Conditions to Completion that have not been fulfilled, including to complete the Tender Offer after the date referred to in Condition to Completion (viii) above, or to consummate the Tender Offer at a lower acceptance level or otherwise despite the non-fulfilment of some of the Conditions to Completion. If all Conditions to Completion have been fulfilled or the Offeror has waived the requirement for the fulfilment of all or some of them no later than at the time of announcement of the final result of the Tender Offer, the Offeror will consummate the Tender Offer in accordance with its terms and conditions after the expiration of the offer period by purchasing the Shares validly tendered in the Tender Offer and paying the Offer Price and the Interest Component, if any, to the holders of the Shares that have validly accepted the Tender Offer.
Regulatory approvals
The Offeror will, as soon as reasonably practicable, make all material and customary submissions, notifications and filings (or, where applicable, draft notifications) required to obtain all necessary regulatory approvals, permits, clearances and consents, including without limitation approvals required under applicable foreign direct investment laws and competition clearances (or, where applicable, the expiry of relevant waiting periods) required under applicable competition laws or other laws in any jurisdiction for the completion of the Tender Offer.
Based on analysis made to date, the Offeror expects that the completion of the Tender Offer will be subject to merger control clearance by the European Commission as well as approvals relating to foreign direct investment control in certain jurisdictions. Based on such analysis, the Offeror does not anticipate any material substantive issues with respect to obtaining any such clearances or approvals. The estimated timing for the completion of the Tender Offer is primarily affected by the process for obtaining merger control clearance. Based on analysis made to date, while it is possible that merger control clearance could be obtained already during the second quarter of 2023, the Offeror deems it likely that merger control clearance would be obtained, and the Tender Offer completed, during the third or fourth quarter of 2023. If the Offeror has not declared the Tender Offer unconditional by 4:00 p.m. EEST on 30 June 2023, the Interest Component will become payable to compensate shareholders for the longer time period to completion. Caverion shareholders are advised that the length of the merger control clearance process is not within the control of the Offeror, and there can be no assurances that clearance would be obtained within the estimated timeframe, or at all. Further, as part of the process for obtaining merger control clearance, it cannot be ruled out that the Offeror would be required to offer remedies in order to obtain clearance. Subject to applicable laws and the terms and conditions of the Tender Offer, including the Conditions to Completion, the Offeror will use its reasonable best efforts to obtain merger control clearance as well as all other necessary regulatory approvals, permits, clearances and consents as soon as possible.
Subject to applicable laws and the terms and conditions of the Tender Offer, the Offeror intends to extend the offer period as necessary in order to satisfy the Conditions to Completion of the Tender Offer, including, among others, the receipt of merger control clearance. The Offeror further reserves the right to waive any of the Conditions to Completion that have not been fulfilled, including to complete the Tender Offer after the date referred to in Condition to Completion (viii) under section "Conditions to Completion of the Tender Offer" above, or to consummate the Tender Offer at a lower acceptance level or otherwise despite the non-fulfilment of some of the Conditions to Completion.
Financing
The Offeror's obligation to complete the Tender Offer is not conditional upon availability of financing. The Offeror has received (i) equity commitments, as evidenced in equity commitment letters addressed to the Offeror and (ii) debt commitments, as evidenced in the debt commitment letter addressed to the Offeror and the executed interim facilities agreement entered into by the Offeror and the lenders listed below, to finance the Tender Offer at completion, including the payment of the Interest Component, if any, and subsequent mandatory redemption proceedings, if any. The debt financing has been committed by Danske Bank A/S, Deutsche Bank Aktiengesellschaft, DNB Bank ASA, J.P. Morgan SE, OP Corporate Bank plc and Swedbank AB (publ) on a customary European "certain funds" basis and thus, once the Tender Offer has been declared unconditional in all respects, its availability is subject only to the following limited conditions:
- receipt of a prescribed minimum equity investment amount, which will be satisfied by way of the equity commitment letters;
- no event of default has occurred and is continuing in each case in respect of a payment default, the breach of a major undertaking, a major misrepresentation, certain invalidities and repudiations, insolvency or certain insolvency proceedings, or a change of control;
- it has not become illegal since the date on which a lender first became a party to the relevant facilities agreement to make available or allow to remain outstanding the debt financing under the relevant facilities agreement;
- satisfaction of certain customary Tender Offer related conditions; and
- the provision of certain customary documentary and commercial conditions precedent, each of which is, in respect of the interim facilities agreement, satisfied or within the sole and absolute control of the Offeror as at this date.
Future plans concerning the Shares
Should the Offeror obtain more than 90 percent of the issued and outstanding shares and votes in Caverion, calculated in accordance with Chapter 18, Section 1 of the Finnish Companies Act, the Offeror intends to initiate mandatory redemption proceedings in accordance with the Finnish Companies Act to acquire the remaining shares in Caverion, and thereafter to cause Caverion's shares to be delisted from Nasdaq Helsinki as soon as reasonably practicable. The Offeror reserves the right to waive any of the Conditions to Completion that have not been fulfilled, including to consummate the Tender Offer at a lower acceptance level or otherwise despite the non-fulfilment of some of the Conditions to Completion. Should the Offeror decide the to complete the Tender Offer with an acceptance rate of less than 90 percent of the issued and outstanding shares and votes in Caverion, the Offeror would assess alternatives to acquire the remaining shares in Caverion over time, and it is possible that Caverion could become subject to certain corporate transactions, including for example purchases of further shares in Caverion after completion of the Tender Offer, divestments or acquisitions of shares or other assets, share issuances, or a statutory merger. The Offeror has not taken any decisions on any potential waiver of any of the Conditions to Completion, the timeline of any such possible transactions or whether any such transactions would be undertaken at all.
ADVISERS
The Offeror has appointed Danske Bank A/S, Finland Branch as financial adviser and arranger and Deutsche Bank Aktiengesellschaft as financial adviser and Avance Attorneys Ltd as legal adviser in connection with the Tender Offer. Tekir Oy is acting as communications adviser to the Offeror.
INVITATION TO NEWS CONFERENCE TODAY AT 11:30 A.M. (EET)
Triton will hold a news conference on the announcement for investors, analyst and media today, 10 January 2023, at 11:30 a.m. (EET) at Flik Studio Eliel, Töölönlahdenkatu 2C (Sanoma House), Helsinki, Finland. The event will be hosted by Mikael Aro from Triton.
The news conference can also be viewed live at https://event.videosync.fi/2023-01-10. It is also possible to participate in the event through a conference call by registering beforehand on the following link: http://palvelu.flik.fi/teleconference/?id=10010711. Phone numbers and the conference ID to access the conference will be provided after the registration. To ask a question, press *5 on your telephone keypad to enter the queue. More practical information on the news conference can be found at www.superior-offer.com where the presentation will also be made available after the news conference.
INVESTOR AND MEDIA ENQUIRIES
For further information, please contact:
Fredrik Hazén, Communications Professional at Triton
+46 709 483 810
hazen.wp@triton-partners.com
Media contact in Finland:
Niko Vartiainen, Principal Consultant at Tekir
+358 50 529 4299
niko@tekir.fi
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
THIS STOCK EXCHANGE RELEASE MAY NOT BE RELEASED OR OTHERWISE DISTRIBUTED, IN WHOLE OR IN PART, DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY, IN OR INTO, AUSTRALIA, CANADA, HONG KONG, JAPAN, NEW ZEALAND OR SOUTH AFRICA OR ANY OTHER JURISDICTION IN WHICH THE TENDER OFFER WOULD BE PROHIBITED BY APPLICABLE LAW.
THIS STOCK EXCHANGE RELEASE IS NOT A TENDER OFFER DOCUMENT AND AS SUCH DOES NOT CONSTITUTE AN OFFER OR INVITATION TO MAKE A SALES OFFER. IN PARTICULAR, THIS STOCK EXCHANGE RELEASE IS NOT AN OFFER TO SELL OR THE SOLICITATION OF AN OFFER TO BUY ANY SECURITIES DESCRIBED HEREIN, AND IS NOT AN EXTENSION OF THE TENDER OFFER, IN, AUSTRALIA, CANADA, HONG KONG, JAPAN, NEW ZEALAND OR SOUTH AFRICA. INVESTORS SHALL ACCEPT THE TENDER OFFER FOR THE SHARES ONLY ON THE BASIS OF THE INFORMATION PROVIDED IN A TENDER OFFER DOCUMENT. OFFERS WILL NOT BE MADE DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY IN ANY JURISDICTION WHERE EITHER AN OFFER OR PARTICIPATION THEREIN IS PROHIBITED BY APPLICABLE LAW OR WHERE ANY TENDER OFFER DOCUMENT OR REGISTRATION OR OTHER REQUIREMENTS WOULD APPLY IN ADDITION TO THOSE UNDERTAKEN IN FINLAND.
THE TENDER OFFER IS NOT BEING MADE DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY IN ANY JURISDICTION WHERE PROHIBITED BY APPLICABLE LAW AND, WHEN PUBLISHED, THE TENDER OFFER DOCUMENT AND RELATED ACCEPTANCE FORMS WILL NOT AND MAY NOT BE DISTRIBUTED, FORWARDED OR TRANSMITTED INTO OR FROM ANY JURISDICTION WHERE PROHIBITED BY APPLICABLE LAWS OR REGULATIONS. IN PARTICULAR, THE TENDER OFFER IS NOT BEING MADE, DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY, IN OR INTO, OR BY USE OF THE POSTAL SERVICE OF, OR BY ANY MEANS OR INSTRUMENTALITY (INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, FACSIMILE TRANSMISSION, TELEX, TELEPHONE OR THE INTERNET) OF INTERSTATE OR FOREIGN COMMERCE OF, OR ANY FACILITIES OF A NATIONAL SECURITIES EXCHANGE OF, AUSTRALIA, CANADA, HONG KONG, JAPAN, NEW ZEALAND OR SOUTH AFRICA. THE TENDER OFFER CANNOT BE ACCEPTED, DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY, BY ANY SUCH USE, MEANS OR INSTRUMENTALITY OR FROM WITHIN, AUSTRALIA, CANADA, HONG KONG, JAPAN, NEW ZEALAND OR SOUTH AFRICA AND ANY PURPORTED ACCEPTANCE OF THE TENDER OFFER RESULTING DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY FROM A VIOLATION OF THESE RESTRICTIONS WILL BE INVALID.
THIS STOCK EXCHANGE RELEASE AND ANY OTHER DOCUMENTS OR MATERIALS RELATING TO THE TENDER OFFER ARE NOT BEING MADE AND HAVE NOT BEEN APPROVED BY AN AUTHORISED PERSON FOR THE PURPOSES OF SECTION 21 OF THE UK FINANCIAL SERVICES AND MARKETS ACT 2000 (THE "FSMA"). THE COMMUNICATION OF THIS STOCK EXCHANGE RELEASE AND ANY OTHER DOCUMENTS OR MATERIALS RELATING TO THE TENDER OFFER IS EXEMPT FROM THE RESTRICTION ON FINANCIAL PROMOTIONS UNDER SECTION 21 OF THE FSMA ON THE BASIS THAT IT IS A COMMUNICATION BY OR ON BEHALF OF A BODY CORPORATE WHICH RELATES TO A TRANSACTION TO ACQUIRE DAY TO DAY CONTROL OF THE AFFAIRS OF A BODY CORPORATE; OR TO ACQUIRE 50 PER CENT. OR MORE OF THE VOTING SHARES IN A BODY CORPORATE, WITHIN ARTICLE 62 OF THE FINANCIAL SERVICES AND MARKETS ACT 2000 (FINANCIAL PROMOTION) ORDER 2005.
THIS STOCK EXCHANGE RELEASE HAS BEEN PREPARED IN COMPLIANCE WITH FINNISH LAW, THE RULES OF NASDAQ HELSINKI AND THE HELSINKI TAKEOVER CODE AND THE INFORMATION DISCLOSED MAY NOT BE THE SAME AS THAT WHICH WOULD HAVE BEEN DISCLOSED IF THIS ANNOUNCEMENT HAD BEEN PREPARED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE LAWS OF JURISDICTIONS OUTSIDE OF FINLAND.
Information for shareholders of Caverion in the United States
The Tender Offer will be made for the issued and outstanding shares of Caverion, which is domiciled in Finland, and is subject to Finnish disclosure and procedural requirements. The Tender Offer is being made in reliance on, and in compliance with, Rule 14d-1(c) under the US Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. The Tender Offer is being made for securities of a non-US company. The Tender Offer is being made in accordance with the disclosure and procedural requirements of Finnish law, including with respect to the Tender Offer timetable, settlement procedures, withdrawal, waiver of conditions and timing of payments, which are different from those of the United States. In particular, any financial information included in this announcement has been prepared in accordance with applicable accounting standards in Finland, which may not be comparable to the financial statements or financial information of U.S. companies.
To the extent permissible under applicable law or regulations, the Offeror and its affiliates or its brokers and its brokers' affiliates (acting as agents for the Offeror or its affiliates, as applicable) may from time to time after the date of this stock exchange release and during the pendency of the Tender Offer, and other than pursuant to the Tender Offer, directly or indirectly purchase or arrange to purchase Shares or any securities that are convertible into, exchangeable for or exercisable for Shares. These purchases may occur either in the open market at prevailing prices or in private transactions at negotiated prices. To the extent information about such purchases or arrangements to purchase is made public in Finland, such information will be disclosed by means of a press release or other means reasonably calculated to inform U.S. shareholders of Caverion of such information. In addition, the financial advisers to the Offeror may also engage in ordinary course trading activities in securities of Caverion, which may include purchases or arrangements to purchase such securities. Any information about such purchases will be made public in Finland to the extent, and in the manner required, by Finnish law.
Neither the United States Securities and Exchange Commission nor any U.S. state securities commission has approved or disapproved the Tender Offer, passed upon the merits or fairness of the Tender Offer, or passed any comment upon the adequacy, accuracy or completeness of the disclosure in relation to the Tender Offer. Any representation to the contrary is a criminal offence in the United States.
Caverion is organized under the laws of Finland, and the Offeror is organized under the laws of Finland. Some or all of the officers and directors of the Offeror and Caverion, respectively, are residents of countries other than the United States. In addition, most of the assets of the Offeror and Caverion are located outside the United States. As a result, it may be difficult for U.S. shareholders to enforce their rights and any claim they may have arising under the U.S. federal securities laws. U.S. shareholders may not be able to sue a foreign company or its officers or directors in a foreign court for violations of the U.S. securities laws, and it may be difficult to compel a foreign company and its affiliates to subject themselves to a U.S. court's judgement.
Forward-looking statements
This stock exchange release contains statements that, to the extent they are not historical facts, constitute "forward-looking statements". Forward-looking statements include statements concerning plans, expectations, projections, objectives, targets, goals, strategies, future events, future revenues or performance, capital expenditures, financing needs, plans or intentions relating to acquisitions, competitive strengths and weaknesses, plans or goals relating to financial position, future operations and development, business strategy and the trends in the industries and the political and legal environment and other information that is not historical information. In some instances, they can be identified by the use of forward-looking terminology, including the terms "believes", "intends", "may", "will" or "should" or, in each case, their negative or variations on comparable terminology. By their very nature, forward-looking statements involve inherent risks, uncertainties and assumptions, both general and specific, and risks exist that the predictions, forecasts, projections and other forward-looking statements will not be achieved. Given these risks, uncertainties and assumptions, investors are cautioned not to place undue reliance on such forward-looking statements. Any forward-looking statements contained herein speak only as at the date of this stock exchange release.
Disclaimer
Danske Bank A/S is authorised under Danish banking law. It is subject to supervision by the Danish Financial Supervisory Authority. Danske Bank A/S is a private, limited liability company incorporated in Denmark with its head office in Copenhagen where it is registered in the Danish Commercial Register under number 61126228.
Deutsche Bank Aktiengesellschaft is authorised under German Banking Law (competent authority: European Central Bank). It is subject to supervision by the European Central Bank and by BaFin, Germany's Federal Financial Supervisory Authority. Deutsche Bank Aktiengesellschaft is a joint stock corporation incorporated with limited liability in the Federal Republic of Germany, with its head office in Frankfurt am Main where it is registered in the Commercial Register of the District Court under number HRB 30 000.
Danske Bank A/S (acting via its Finland Branch) and Deutsche Bank Aktiengesellschaft are acting as financial advisers to the Offeror and no other person in connection with these materials or their contents. Danske Bank A/S and Deutsche Bank Aktiengesellschaft will not be responsible to any person other than the Offeror for providing any of the protections afforded to clients of Danske Bank A/S or Deutsche Bank Aktiengesellschaft, nor for providing any advice in relation to any matter referred to in these materials. Without limiting a person's liability for fraud, neither Danske Bank A/S, Deutsche Bank Aktiengesellschaft nor any of their affiliates nor any of their respective directors, officers, representatives, employees, advisers or agents shall have any liability to any other person (including, without limitation, any recipient) in connection with the Tender Offer.
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MIDLAND, Mich, June 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Dow Chemical Company ("TDCC"), a wholly owned subsidiary of Dow Inc. (NYSE: DOW), announced today a full redemption of its 3.625% Notes due May 2026 (the "Notes") issued pursuant to an Indenture dated as of May 1, 2008 (as supplemented, the "Indenture") between TDCC and The Bank of New York Mellon Trust Company, N.A., as trustee. As of the date of issuance of the redemption notice, there was $750,000,000 aggregate principal amount of such Notes outstanding.
Pursuant to the terms of the Indenture, such remaining outstanding Notes will be redeemed in full on June 28th, 2022 for an aggregate principal outstanding of $750,000,000 (the "Redemption Date"). The redemption price will be equal to the greater of (1) 100% of the principal amount thereof, and (2) the sum of the present values of the remaining scheduled payments of principal and interest thereon (not including any portion of such interest payments accrued as of the Redemption Date). Payments are discounted to the Redemption Date on a semiannual basis (assuming a 360-day year consisting of twelve 30-day months) at the Treasury Rate (as defined in the Notes and determined on the third business day prior to the Redemption Date) plus 25 basis points, as set forth in the Notes, along with accrued and unpaid interest up to, but not including, the Redemption Date. On the Redemption Date and upon TDCC's payment of the redemption price, all rights of holders with respect to the Notes being redeemed will terminate, except for the right to receive payment of the applicable redemption price upon surrender of the Notes for redemption.
Copies of the notice of redemption can be obtained from The Bank of New York Mellon Trust Company, N.A. by calling Bondholder Relations at (800) 254-2826.
About Dow
Dow (NYSE: DOW) combines global breadth; asset integration and scale; focused innovation and materials science expertise; leading business positions; and environmental, social and governance (ESG) leadership to achieve profitable growth and deliver a sustainable future. The Company's ambition is to become the most innovative, customer centric, inclusive and sustainable materials science company in the world. Dow's portfolio of plastics, industrial intermediates, coatings and silicones businesses delivers a broad range of differentiated, science-based products and solutions for its customers in high-growth market segments, such as packaging, infrastructure, mobility and consumer applications. Dow operates 104 manufacturing sites in 31 countries and employs approximately 35,700 people. Dow delivered sales of approximately $55 billion in 2021. References to Dow or the Company mean Dow Inc. and its subsidiaries. For more information, please visit www.dow.com or follow @DowNewsroom on Twitter.
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Cautionary Statement about Forward-Looking Statements
Certain statements in this report are "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the federal securities laws, including Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. Such statements often address expected future business and financial performance, financial condition, and other matters, and often contain words or phrases such as "anticipate," "believe," "estimate," "expect," "intend," "may," "opportunity," "outlook," "plan," "project," "seek," "should," "strategy," "target," "will," "will be," "will continue," "will likely result," "would" and similar expressions, and variations or negatives of these words or phrases.
Forward-looking statements are based on current assumptions and expectations of future events that are subject to risks, uncertainties and other factors that are beyond Dow's control, which may cause actual results to differ materially from those projected, anticipated or implied in the forward-looking statements and speak only as of the date the statements were made. These factors include, but are not limited to: sales of Dow's products; Dow's expenses, future revenues and profitability; the continuing global and regional economic impacts of the coronavirus disease 2019 ("COVID-19") pandemic and other public health-related risks and events on Dow's business; any sanction, export restrictions, supply chain disruptions or increased economic uncertainty related to the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine; capital requirements and need for and availability of financing; unexpected barriers in the development of technology, including with respect to Dow's contemplated capital and operating projects; Dow's ability to realize its commitment to carbon neutrality on the contemplated timeframe; size of the markets for Dow's products and services and ability to compete in such markets; failure to develop and market new products and optimally manage product life cycles; the rate and degree of market acceptance of Dow's products; significant litigation and environmental matters and related contingencies and unexpected expenses; the success of competing technologies that are or may become available; the ability to protect Dow's intellectual property in the United States and abroad; developments related to contemplated restructuring activities and proposed divestitures or acquisitions such as workforce reduction, manufacturing facility and/or asset closure and related exit and disposal activities, and the benefits and costs associated with each of the foregoing; fluctuations in energy and raw material prices; management of process safety and product stewardship; changes in relationships with Dow's significant customers and suppliers; changes in consumer preferences and demand; changes in laws and regulations, political conditions or industry development; global economic and capital markets conditions, such as inflation, market uncertainty, interest and currency exchange rates, and equity and commodity prices; business or supply disruptions; security threats, such as acts of sabotage, terrorism or war including the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine; weather events and natural disasters; disruptions in Dow's information technology networks and systems; and risks related to Dow's separation from DowDuPont Inc. such as Dow's obligation to indemnify DuPont de Nemours, Inc. and/or Corteva, Inc. for certain liabilities.
Where, in any forward-looking statement, an expectation or belief as to future results or events is expressed, such expectation or belief is based on the current plans and expectations of management and expressed in good faith and believed to have a reasonable basis, but there can be no assurance that the expectation or belief will result or be achieved or accomplished. A detailed discussion of principal risks and uncertainties which may cause actual results and events to differ materially from such forward-looking statements is included in the section titled "Risk Factors" contained in the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2021 and the Company's Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended March 31, 2022. These are not the only risks and uncertainties that Dow faces. There may be other risks and uncertainties that Dow is unable to identify at this time or that Dow does not currently expect to have a material impact on its business. If any of those risks or uncertainties develops into an actual event, it could have a material adverse effect on Dow's business. Dow and TDCC assume no obligation to update or revise publicly any forward-looking statements whether because of new information, future events, or otherwise, except as required by securities and other applicable laws.
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NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina Sen. Tim Scott launched his presidential campaign on Monday, offering an optimistic and compassionate message he’s hoping can serve as a contrast with the political combativeness that has dominated the early GOP primary field.
The Senate’s only Black Republican, Scott kicked off the campaign in his hometown of North Charleston, on the campus of Charleston Southern University, his alma mater and a private school affiliated with the Southern Baptist Convention. He repeatedly mentioned his Christian faith in his kickoff speech, crying, “Amen! Amen! Amen!” and at several points elicited responses from the crowd, who sometimes chanted his name.
But Scott also offered a stark political choice, saying “our party and our nation are standing at a time for choosing: Victimhood or victory.” He added that Republicans will also have to decide between “grievance or greatness.”
“I choose freedom and hope and opportunity,” Scott said. He went on to tell the crowd that ”we need a president who persuades not just our friends and our base” but seeks “commonsense” solutions and displays “compassion for people who don’t agree with us.”
That was a far cry from former President Donald Trump, who has played to the GOP’s most loyal supporters with repeated lies about his 2020 election loss as he campaigns for a second term in office. Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, who could launch his own bid as soon as this week, has pushed Florida to the right by championing contentious new restrictions on abortion and LGBTQ rights and by seeking to limit the corporate power of Disney, one of his state’s most powerful business interests.
Scott, 57, planned to huddle with home-state donors Tuesday, then begin a two-day campaign swing to Iowa and New Hampshire, which go first on the GOP presidential voting calendar.
His announcement event featured an opening prayer by Sen. John Thune of South Dakota, the No. 2 Senate Republican, who said, “I think our country is ready to be inspired again.” Republican Sen. Mike Rounds, South Dakota’s other senator, has already announced his support for Scott.
A number of high-profile GOP senators have backed Trump’s third bid for the White House, including Scott’s South Carolina colleague, Lindsey Graham. Trump nonetheless struck a conciliatory tone Monday, welcoming Scott to the race and noting that the pair worked together on his administration’s signature tax cuts.
A source of strength for Scott will be his campaign bank account. He enters the 2024 race with more cash on hand than any other presidential candidate in U.S. history, with $22 million left in his campaign account at the end of his 2022 campaign that he can transfer to his presidential coffers.
Scott also won reelection in firmly Republican South Carolina — which has an early slot on the Republican presidential primary calendar — by more than 20 points less than six months ago. Advisers bet that can make Scott a serious contender for an early, momentum-generating win.
But Scott is not the only South Carolina option. The state’s former governor, Nikki Haley, who once served as Trump’s former United Nations ambassador, is also running.
Ben LeVan, a business professor at Charleston Southern who attended Monday’s event, said he hadn’t decided whom to support in the GOP primary but didn’t plan to back Trump.
“I really do hope that we can bring some civility back in politics,” LeVan said. “That’s one of the nice things about Tim Scott, and quite frankly, Nikki Haley, and some of the other candidates as well. They’re more diplomatic, and that is something that I appreciate.”
Like others in the GOP race, including former Arkansas Gov. Asa Hutchinson and “Woke, Inc.” author Vivek Ramaswamy, Scott’s initial task will be finding a way to stand out in a field led by Trump and DeSantis.
One way Scott hopes to do that is his trademark political optimism. Scott often quotes Scripture at his campaign events, weaving his reliance on spiritual guidance into his speeches calling his travels before the campaign’s official launch, the “Faith in America” listening tour.
Scott said Monday that America’s promise means “you can go as high as our character, our grit, and our talent will take you.”
The Democratic National Committee responded to Scott’s announcement by dismissing the notion that Scott offers much of an alternative to Trump’s policies. DNC chair Jaime Harrison, who ran unsuccessfully for Senate in South Carolina in 2020, released a statement calling the senator “a fierce advocate of the MAGA agenda,” a reference to the former president’s “Make America Great Again” movement.
On many issues, Scott does indeed align with mainstream GOP positions. He wants to reduce government spending and restrict abortion, saying he would sign a federal law to prohibit abortions after 15 weeks of pregnancy if elected president.
But Scott has pushed the party on some policing overhaul measures since the killing of George Floyd, and he has occasionally criticized Trump’s response to racial tensions. Throughout their disagreements, though, Scott has maintained a generally cordial relationship with Trump, saying in his book that the former president “listened intently” to his viewpoints on race-related issues.
When he was appointed to the Senate by then-governor Haley in 2012, Scott became the first Black senator from the South since just after the Civil War. Winning a 2014 special election to serve out the remainder of his term made him the first Black candidate to win a statewide race in South Carolina since the Reconstruction era.
He has long said his current term, which runs through 2029, would be his last.
Scott has long rejected the notion that the country is inherently racist. He’s also routinely repudiated the teaching of critical race theory, an academic framework that presents the idea that the nation’s institutions maintain the dominance of white people.
“Today, I’m living proof that America is the land of opportunity and not a land of oppression,” he said Monday.
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This story has been updated to correct the spelling of the DNC chair’s first name. It is Jaime, not Jamie.
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Weissert reported from Washington. Meg Kinnard can be reached at http://twitter.com/MegKinnardAP
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Davis Riley shoots 1-under 69 in round four of the RSM Classic
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November 20, 2022
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November 20, 2022
Davis Riley hit 15 of 18 greens in regulation during his final round at the RSM Classic, finishing at 7 under for the tournament. Riley finished his day tied for 46th at 7 under; Adam Svensson is in 1st at 19 under; Brian Harman, Sahith Theegala, and Callum Tarren are tied for 2nd at 17 under; and Joel Dahmen, Seamus Power, Alex Smalley, Chris Stroud, and Cole Hammer are tied for 5th at 15 under.
After a 250 yard drive on the 418-yard par-4 10th, Riley chipped his third shot to 9 feet, which he rolled for two-putt bogey on the hole. This moved Riley to 1 over for the round.
On the 565-yard par-5 15th hole, Riley reached the green in 3 and sunk a 13-foot putt for birdie. This moved Riley to even for the round.
After a drive to the right side of the fairway on the 407-yard par-4 16th hole, Riley had a 99 yard approach shot, setting himself up for the birdie. This moved Riley to 1 under for the round.
On the 192-yard par-3 17th, Riley's tee shot went 167 yards to the right intermediate rough and his chip went 7 yards to the green where he rolled a two-putt for bogey. This moved him to even-par for the round.
On the par-4 second, Riley's 129 yard approach to 3 feet set himself up for the birdie on the hole. This moved Riley to 1 under for the round.
After a tee shot at the 204-yard par-3 third green, Riley suffered from a tough three-putt after missing a putt from 8-feet for a par and finished with a bogey. This put Riley at even for the round.
On the 429-yard par-4 fourth, Riley had a bogey after hitting the green in 3 and two putting, moving Riley to 1 over for the round.
After a 313 yard drive on the 368-yard par-4 eighth, Riley chipped his second shot to 2 feet, which he rolled for one-putt birdie on the hole. This moved Riley to even-par for the round.
After a drive to the left side of the fairway on the 452-yard par-4 ninth hole, Riley had a 168 yard approach shot, setting himself up for the birdie. This moved Riley to 1 under for the round.
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Which canoe is best?
Picture being out on the water in a canoe, living your best life. It’s easily imagined and achieved with the right direction. Before you buy a canoe, it’s important to know the purpose for your boat and how often you plan to use it. If you want to hit the water in a moderately priced but high-quality canoe, the Old Town Canoe Sportsman Discovery Solo is a great choice.
What to know before you buy a canoe
Style
There are several ways to categorize canoes.
- Recreational: These are great for families or friends who want to take an easy cruise and paddle on flat water. They are built to be stable and easy to maneuver.
- Racing: Built for speed and competition, these are on the high end of canoe prices.
- River: These are designed to get pummeled by whitewater rapids and everything else a river brings.
- Tripping: Sometimes these are called touring canoes because they have the space that lets you and a friend to go on longer trips
- Sporting: This sort of boat is ideal for fishing or hunting and is designed with space to carry your gear.
- Multipurpose: Also known as versatile, multipurpose canoes can be used for any reason: fishing, camping or just out for a cruise.
Size
- Length: Standard canoes are around 16-17 feet long. Shorter ones are easy to maneuver and take anywhere, but longer models are great for lengthy trips. Plus, once you get the speed up they are easier to paddle.
- Width: The wider your canoe is, the more stable it will be. However, thinner canoes are easier to paddle and weigh less.
- Depth: Deeper boats allow more weight but since the sides are longer, they are also more influenced by the wind. A shallower canoe isn’t as affected by the breeze but can let in water if it’s overweight.
Material
- Plastic: A lightweight, durable and cheap material for canoes.
- Aluminum: This was once used commonly because it is strong and durable, but because of its weight, it’s falling out of popularity.
- Fiberglass: Lighter than aluminum and durable, it is also easy to repair.
- Kevlar: Stronger and lighter than fiberglass, it is expensive and typically used on high-end canoes.
- Carbon fiber: Similar to Kevlar, this is also strong, lightweight and used on higher-priced models.
What to look for in a quality canoe
Hull
The shape of your hull affects how your boat moves; the entry line is where the hull cuts water. The sharper the entry line, the faster and easier you move through the water. A blunt end is better for rapids because it helps keep water out.
The bottom of the boat has its own variations.
- Flat: This style is good for a stable ride on flat water but can be turned over easily due to how high it sits above the surface.
- Round: A bottom like this improves speed and stability during movement, but there is not much initial stability.
- Shallow-arch: This bottom is an improved version of the flat and round combined. It has better initial and secondary stability.
- V: This version has a pronounced centerline, is maneuverable and also has good initial and secondary stability.
Side shape
- Tumblehome: The sides curve inward and make it easier to touch the water.
- Flare: The canoe sides flare out to keep the water from getting in.
- Straight: This side shape is in the middle of flare and tumblehome.
Seats
Many canoes come with anywhere from one to three seats, two-seaters being the most common. You can customize and upgrade your seats to make your ride on the water more comfortable.
Other features
- Rocker: This is the upward curve from tip to tail. A higher rocker is more maneuverable and a lower rocker is faster. Most are somewhere between.
- Gunwales: These are the side rails. They need to be strong because they will take a beating.
- Freeboard: The distance between the gunwales and the waterline. The greater the freeboard the dryer you’ll be, but the easier wind will catch. The opposite is true as the freeboard gets smaller.
- Thwarts: Wood, aluminum or fiberglass supports that shape and stabilize the canoe.
How much you can expect to spend on a canoe
You can get a good pre-owned canoe or budget canoe for under $500 but a high-end canoe is going to be around $3,000-$4,000. However, there are also middle-range canoes that cost anywhere from $650-$1,500.
Canoe FAQ
What is the difference between a canoe and a kayak?
A. Canoes have an open top, while kayaks have a closed deck with a hole for the occupant to sit in. Also, kayaks are easier to learn, while canoes are more stable and less likely to flip.
How do I store my canoe?
A. They should be stored upside down in a dry place, sitting on the gunwales.
What’s the best canoe to buy?
Top canoe
Old Town Canoe Sportsman Discovery Solo
What you need to know: This is a single-person recreational boat with plenty of room for fishing or hunting gear.
What you’ll love: The seats and armrests let you enjoy a comfortable ride no matter what your purpose. The boat has cup holders built in, adjustable foot braces and a lightweight hull for easier transfer.
What you should consider: It’s meant for a single person and might be too wide for some.
Where to buy: Sold by Dick’s Sporting Goods
Top canoe for the money
What you need to know: This three-person canoe can be used for fishing or other recreational fun.
What you’ll love: It has handles on the sides and a skeg that improves tracking. It also has two cup holders that double as fishing rod holders and two ditty trays in the rear for storage.
What you should consider: This boat is only 13 feet long and may feel too small for three people.
Where to buy: Sold by Dick’s Sporting Goods
Worth checking out
Old Town Canoe Saranac 146 DLX
What you need to know: This is a family-friendly recreational boat that can hold up to 750 pounds.
What you’ll love: This flat-bottom boat has straight sides, making it stable. It has two padded seats with backs and cup holders. There is also a center bench to provide storage and an extra passenger seat.
What you should consider: It’s almost 80 pounds assembled and over 14 feet long, making it difficult to maneuver solo.
Where to buy: Sold by Dick’s Sporting Goods
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Will Congress act on guns after Sandy Hook, Buffalo, Uvalde?
Washington – Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer swiftly set in motion a pair of firearms background-check bills Wednesday in response to the school massacre in Texas. But the Democrat acknowledged Congress’ unyielding rejection of previous legislation to curb the national epidemic of gun violence.
Schumer implored his Republican colleagues to cast aside the powerful gun lobby and reach across the aisle for even a modest compromise bill. But no votes are being scheduled.
“Please, please, please damnit - put yourselves in the shoes of these parents just for once,” Schumer said as he opened the Senate.
He threw up his hands at the idea of what might seem an inevitable outcome: “If the slaughter of schoolchildren can’t convince Republicans to buck the NRA, what can we do?”
The killing of at least 19 children plus a teacher at an elementary school in Uvalde, Texas, has laid bare the political reality that the U.S. Congress has proven unwilling or unable to pass substantial federal legislation to curb gun violence in America.
In many ways, the end of any gun violence legislation in Congress was signaled a decade ago when the Senate failed to approve a firearms background check bill after twenty 6- and 7-year-olds were shot and killed at Sandy Hook Elementary School.
Despite the outpouring of grief Wednesday after the starkly similar Texas massacre, it’s not at all clear there will be any different outcome.
“We are accepting this as the new normal,” lamented Sen. Chris Murphy, D-Conn., on “CBS Mornings.” “It’s our choice.”
While President Joe Biden said “we have to act,” substantial gun violence legislation has been blocked by Republicans, often with a handful of conservative Democrats.
Despite mounting mass shootings in communities nationwide – two in the past two weeks alone, including Tuesday in Texas and the racist killing of Black shoppers at a Buffalo, New York, market 10 days earlier – lawmakers have been unwilling to set aside their differences and buck the gun lobby to work out any compromise.
Even the targeting of their own failed to move Congress to act. Former Rep. Gabrielle Giffords, D-Ariz., was shot in the head at a Saturday morning event outside a Tucson grocery store in 2011, and several Republican lawmakers on a congressional baseball team were shot years later during morning practice.
“The conclusion is the same,” said Sen. Cory Booker, D-N.J. “I’m not seeing any of my Republican colleagues come forward right now and say, ‘Here’s a plan to stop the carnage.’ So this is just normal now, which is ridiculous.”
It’s “nuts to do nothing about this,” Sen. Mark Kelly, D-Ariz., Giffords’ husband, said Wednesday using an expletive.
Pleading with his colleagues for a compromise, Murphy said he was reaching out to the two Texas Republican senators, John Cornyn and Ted Cruz, and had called fellow Democratic Sen. Joe Manchin who authored the bill that failed after Sandy Hook.
“When you have babies, little children, innocent as can be, oh God,” Manchin told reporters late Tuesday, noting he had three school-age grandchildren. “It just makes no sense at all why we can’t do common sense – common sense things – and try to prevent some of this from happening.”
In the aftermath of Sandy Hook, compromise legislation, written by Manchin of West Virginia and Republican Sen. Pat Toomey of Pennsylvania, was backed by a majority of senators. But it fell to a filibuster – blocked by most Republicans and a handful of Democrats, unable to to overcome the 60-vote threshold needed to advance.
The same bill flamed out again in 2016, after a mass shooting at a nightclub in Orlando, Florida.
“My interest in doing something to improve and expand our background check system remains,” Toomey told reporters Wednesday. He said he had been in contact with Murphy.
But Toomey was an outlier. Senate Republican leader Mitch McConnell has declined to publicly comment on potential legislation, and few other Republicans added their voices to the mix.
Republican Sen. Susan Collins said she too had spoken to Murphy and Congress should focus on “what some states have done red or yellow flag laws” – which are designed to keep firearms away from people who could harm themselves or others.
One known deal-maker, Democratic Sen. Krysten Sinema of Arizona, told reporters Wednesday she’ll start having conversations with senators on “red flag” laws or others.
“People at home all across America are just, they’re scared. They want us to do something,” Sinema said.
A modest effort to strengthen the federal background check system for gun purchases did make it into law in 2018a. The “Fix NICS” measure, which provided money for states to comply with the existing National Instant Criminal Background Check system and penalize federal agencies that don’t.
Former President Donald Trump vowed action in 2019, after back-to-back mass shootings rocked the nation when a gunman opened fire at a shopping center in El Paso and another targeted a popular nightlife spot in Ohio, killing dozens. In 2018 his administration had banned bump stocks, the attachments that allow semi-automatic weapons to fire like machine guns and were used during the October 2017 shooting massacre in Las Vegas.
But Trump eventually backed away from the proposals, pressured both times by the National Rifle Association and other groups.
Biden, whose party has slim control of Congress, has failed to push gun violence bills past what is now primarily Republican opposition in the Senate.
Last year, the House passed two bills to expand background checks on firearms purchases. One would have closed a loophole for private and online sales. The other would have extended the background check review period, a response to the church shooting of Black people by a white man in South Carolina.
Schumer immediately set them in motion for votes after the Texas tragedy. Both had languished in the 50-50 Senate where Democrats have only a narrow majority because of Vice President Kamala Harris’ ability to cast a tie-breaking vote but need at least 10 Republicans to overcome a filibuster.
The stalemate has renewed calls to do away with Senate filibuster rules for legislation, lowering the threshold to a 51-vote majority for passage.
“Why do you go through all the hassle of getting this job, of putting yourself in a position of authority if your answer is that as the slaughter increases, as our kids run for their lives, we do nothing?” Murphy said in a fiery speech late Tuesday as news spread of the Texas massacre.
Cornyn was en route Wednesday to Uvalde. Cruz issued a statement calling it “a dark day. We’re all completely sickened and heartbroken.”
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Associated Press writers Darlene Superville, Mary Clare Jalonick, Alan Fram and Farnoush Amiri contributed to this report.
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2022-05-25T19:07:12+00:00
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detroitnews.com
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NEW YORK, Aug. 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- CVE North America ("CVE") and Live Oak Bank ("Live Oak") have successfully closed a permanent debt financing of approximately $6.6MM for two Acushnet, MA projects totaling 4.2 megawatts (MW).
Over the last two years, CVE has partnered with Live Oak for permanent debt financing on its Massachusetts portfolio, now comprised of nine operating assets with over 37 MW of capacity.
The two latest CVE projects join six others that have qualified as community solar installations under the Solar Massachusetts Renewable Target ("SMART") program, and one project previously qualified under the Solar Carve Out II Program.
With all nine photovoltaic ("PV") plants in operation and generating clean energy, CVE is providing solar credits in the form of discounts on monthly electric bills to over 800 local homes and businesses. Through community solar, customers can enjoy equal access to the benefits of solar generation by subscribing to small local solar farms and supporting local solar development. They then receive a credit on their utility bill for their share of the power that is produced, just as if the panels were on their own roofs. Subscribers receive bills under CVE's community solar brand "Halo" (www.halosolar.com).
"Live Oak couldn't have asked for a better partner than CVE in our recent closings together," said Live Oak Bank's Head of Renewable Energy, Jennifer Williams, "and we are proud to support solar development that brings good jobs, decarbonization, and electricity savings to Massachusetts."
"This financial closing consolidates CVE's position as an independent power producer whose mission is to deliver clean energy to households, businesses, and municipalities. Thanks to our partnership with Live Oak Bank, CVE is developing more distributed solar generation and contributing to the fight against climate change," said Thibaut Delespaul, general manager of CVE NA.
The successful completion of the permanent debt financing provides CVE with additional flexibility to continue expanding its presence in MA and in community solar markets across the US. CVE currently has approximately 250 MW of projects in development including more than 70 MW beginning construction in 2022 in New York State.
CVE North America (CVE) is a local, independent solar power producer based in New York City since 2017. It has the personal attributes of a small to medium sized company and the skills, experience, and financial assets of a large group. The company currently has plans to expand to over 450 MW across the United States by 2026. CVE draws on the international expertise of its parent company, CVE Group, which has been recognized for financing, building and operating ground-mounted solar installations in communities for 12 years. CVE Group has over 530 MW in operation and construction in France, Chile, and South Africa. CVE Group is invested to ensure the highest environmental and qualitative performance. It is ISO 9001 (quality management system) and ISO 14001 (environmental management system) certified.
To learn more, visit www.cvenorthamerica.com.
Live Oak Bank, a subsidiary of Live Oak Bancshares, Inc. (Nasdaq: LOB), is a digitally focused, FDIC-insured bank serving customers across the country. Live Oak puts a groundbreaking spin on service and technology to redefine banking. Our products help customers buy, build, and expand their business, and high-yield savings and CD products to grow their hard-earned money. To learn more, visit www.liveoakbank.com.
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A student at Goodnight Middle School in San Marcos was killed on Friday morning after being struck by a vehicle in the school parking lot.
According to a letter sent to the San Marcos Consolidated Independent School District community by Superintendent Michael Cardona, a traffic accident occurred at the school that resulted in the student being struck.
“I am deeply saddened to inform you that our student has passed away,” Cardona wrote.
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The name and grade level of the student have not been released. The San Marcos Police Department responded to the school “immediately” and is investigating the incident.
Goodnight Middle School classes have been canceled for the remainder of the day, and students have been moved to San Marcos High School to be reunited with their families. The school district is requesting people who are not families of the students to avoid the San Marcos High School area during the reunification process until dismissal.
“The loss of a student is devastating and we are all grieving together,” Cardona wrote. “I wish I had the right words to say, but I do not. We appreciate your continued prayers and support for the family and the San Marcos CISD community impacted by this tragic incident.”
Counselors are on-site to assist students and staff, the letter said.
Annie Blanks writes for the Express-News through Report for America, a national service program that places journalists in local newsrooms. ReportforAmerica.org. annie.blanks@express-news.net.
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2023-02-24T18:16:43+00:00
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NEW YORK — A columnist can proceed with lawsuits alleging she was raped by former President Donald Trump in a department store a quarter century ago, a federal judge ruled Friday, upholding a temporary New York state law letting adult victims of sexual abuse sue their abusers.
Judge Lewis A. Kaplan said lawsuits alleging rape and defamation and seeking unspecified damages by writer E. Jean Carroll could proceed to trial because Trump's challenges were without merit.
"The fact that Mr. Trump denies Ms. Carroll's allegations does not enter into the analysis at this stage of the case," the Manhattan jurist wrote. "What, if anything, actually occurred must await further proceedings if the complaint withstands the present motion."
Alina Habba, an attorney for Trump, said in a statement: "While we are disappointed with the Court's decision, we intend to immediately appeal the order and continue to advocate for our client's constitutionally protected rights."
In the ruling, Kaplan said the Adult Survivor's Act was similar to the Child Victims Act, another New York state law that temporarily allowed victims of sexual assaults when they were children to sue their abusers years later.
"Mr. Trump has not offered any meritorious reason to reject the one-year revival period in the ASA as unreasonable when the nearly identical two-year revival period in the Child Victims Act has been accepted as reasonable by all courts to consider it," Kaplan wrote.
Lawyers for the former president had asked the judge to toss out the lawsuit after Trump said the encounter at an upscale Manhattan department store never happened.
Trump said Carroll made the claim publicly for the first time in a 2019 book to generate book sales.
Carroll was a longtime Elle magazine columnist. She initially sued Trump for defamation after he mocked her claims that he sexually assaulted her in late 1995 or early 1996 after they had a chance meeting in the department store and she agreed to help him pick out lingerie for a friend.
Trump has repeatedly denied the encounter took place, calling her allegations "a complete con job" and saying "she's not my type."
"No pictures? No surveillance? No video? No reports? No sales attendants around??" Trump said in one of various statements and interviews. "People should pay dearly for such false accusations."
Carroll sued Trump with the rape claim in November, when the Adult Survivor's Act took effect.
Roberta Kaplan, a lawyer for Carroll who is not related to the judge, said in an email: "We are pleased though not surprised that Judge Kaplan denied Donald Trump's motion to dismiss and upheld the constitutionality of New York's Adult Survivors Act. We look forward to trial in April. "
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RI housing and mortgage finance agency hit by data breach
Mortgage customers of Rhode Island Housing have received notices from a third-party vendor that their personal information was involved in a data breach in the spring, according to a spokeswoman for the state housing and mortgage finance agency.
The vendor, NewCourse Communications, sent the notices to Rhode Island Housing customers in December, according to Christine Hunsinger, spokeswoman for the state agency.
NewCourse, which sends mortgage statements to customers, told the state that a variety of mortgage agencies served by the company were affected, said Hunsinger.
She said that information such as customers names, addresses and last four digits of their Social Security number were compromised, but not more highly sensitive information such as full Social Security numbers or dates of birth.
Hunsinger said there's no evidence that the compromised information has been used improperly.
NewCourse is offering a year of free credit monitoring services to mortgage customers who were involved.
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2023-01-04T23:45:10+00:00
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https://www.providencejournal.com/story/news/state/2023/01/04/customers-of-rhode-island-housing-hit-by-data-breach/69779042007/
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LONDON (AP) — Entertainer Paul O’Grady, who achieved fame as drag queen Lily Savage before becoming a much-loved comedian and host on British television, has died. He was 67.
O’Grady’s partner Andre Portasio said he died “unexpectedly but peacefully” on Tuesday evening.
“He will be greatly missed by his loved ones, friends, family, animals and all those who enjoyed his humor, wit and compassion,” Portasio said in a statement.
Born in Birkenhead, near Liverpool, in 1955, O’Grady was working as a local-authority care worker when he began performing as Savage, a tart-tongued Liverpudlian drag queen.
Savage became a fixture as a standup and talent-show host at London’s Royal Vauxhall Tavern, a landmark gay venue. O’Grady used his platform to speak out about LGBT rights at the height of the AIDS crisis, a time when the Conservative government of Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher was passing anti-gay laws.
Lily Savage moved into television in the 1990s, including a stint hosting talk show “The Lily Savage Show.”
Later, as Paul O’Grady, he hosted talk shows and gameshows including “The Paul O’Grady Show,” “Blind Date” and “Blankety Blank,” as well as a long-running program on BBC radio.
An animal lover, he also presented “For the Love of Dogs,” which profiled the work of an animal rescue charity. Camilla, the queen consort, was a guest on the show last year.
Veteran gay-rights campaigner Peter Tatchell said O’Grady “wasn’t just a brilliant comedian and broadcast personality but a much admired campaigner for LGBT+ equality and animal rights.”
“Paul was one of the loveliest people you could ever meet,” Tatchell said. “Everyone whose lives he touched will miss him greatly, as will those who enjoyed his wit and admired his compassion.”
O’Grady is survived by Portasio, whom he married in 2017, and by a daughter from a previous relationship.
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2023-03-29T08:59:50+00:00
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Duck Creek, Rite Aid rise; Macy’s, Lululemon fall
NEW YORK (AP) — Stocks that traded heavily or had substantial price changes Monday: Duck Creek, Rite Aid rise; Macy’s, Lululemon fall.
NEW YORK (AP) — Stocks that traded heavily or had substantial price changes Monday: Duck Creek, Rite Aid rise; Macy’s, Lululemon fall.
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2023-01-09T22:16:48+00:00
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2023-01-13T18:37:52+00:00
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Shootout off the coast of Puerto Rico leaves one CBP agent dead and 2 others injured, agency says
By Rosa Flores and Rosalina Nieves, CNN
One US Customs and Border Protection agent is dead and two others injured after a shootout with suspected drug smugglers off the coast of Puerto Rico, according to agency spokesperson Jeffrey Quiñones.
“An agent that was transported directly to a hospital in Mayagüez, we were told just a few minutes ago, they have confirmed he has passed away. We cannot provide any other details on the agent until family is notified,” Quiñones said.
The three agents were patrolling off the coast of Puerto Rico Thursday morning when they encountered a suspected smuggling vessel, according to agency. The situation escalated when the agents received gunfire, and in the shootout, one agent was killed and two others were injured, the agency said.
One suspected smuggler died and another was arrested, the agency said. The nationalities of the suspects were not provided by authorities at this time.
The identities of the agents have not been made public.
The two surviving agents are being treated in Puerto Rico for multiple gunshot wounds, according to Dr. Israel Ayala, medical director of Puerto Rico’s Medical Services Administration.
“One of them was immediately admitted to the stabilization unit and is being treated by emergency physicians and trauma surgeons,” Ayala told CNN in a statement. “Meanwhile, the other agent is in an area that we call minor surgery and is also being evaluated and treated by the emergency room and trauma services.”
Ayala also said that the hospitalized agents are receiving the attention they require and their progress will be observed for the next 24 hours.
Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas told lawmakers he was briefed on the situation Thursday morning and offered prayers for the agents and their families.
“We pray for the family of the officer who lost his life and we pray for the swift recovery of those who have been injured,” Mayorkas said during a Senate panel on worldwide threats.
The FBI and Homeland Security Investigations are looking into the incident.
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2022-11-17T22:01:53+00:00
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keyt.com
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https://keyt.com/news/2022/11/17/shootout-off-the-coast-of-puerto-rico-leaves-one-cbp-agent-dead-and-2-others-injured-agency-says/
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NEW YORK (AP) — Federal authorities are investigating a military veteran's claim that U.S. Rep. George Santos raised $3,000 for life-saving surgery for his pet dog several years ago, then never turned over the money for the animal's care, according to a published report.
U.S. Navy veteran Richard Osthoff told Politico on Wednesday that two FBI agents contacted him after he went public last month with his story about his experiences with Santos in 2016.
Osthoff told the news site he gave the agents text messages he exchanged with Santos, who at the time was going by the name Anthony Devolder.
“I’m glad to get the ball rolling with the bigwigs,” Osthoff said. “I was worried that what happened to me was too long ago to be prosecuted.”
The local news site Patch reported last month that Osthoff, now 47, was living in a roadside tent in Howell, New Jersey, in May 2016 when his pit bull mix, Sapphire, developed a life-threatening stomach tumor.
A veterinary technician connected Osthoff to Santos' pet charity, Friends of Pets United, Osthoff said. Authorities have said the group was not a registered charity.
According to Osthoff, Santos set up a GoFundMe account and raised $3,000 for Sapphire's surgery but never turned it over. Sapphire died in 2017.
Santos, a Republican, has declined to answer questions about the matter and also refused to do so at the U.S. Capitol on Thursday.
In a tweet on Jan. 19, however, he wrote that “the reports that I would let a dog die is (sic) shocking & insane.”
“My work in animal advocacy was the labor of love & hard work. Over the past 24hr I have received pictures of dogs I helped rescue throughout the years along with supportive messages,” he wrote.
A message seeking comment was left with Santos’ attorney, Joseph Murray.
Santos is already facing investigations over multiple lies he told about his life story, work history and family background.
The congressman announced on Tuesday that he is temporarily stepping down from two congressional committees, saying in a prepared statement that he wanted to focus on serving his constituents “without distraction.”
Another veteran who worked with Osthoff in his fruitless quest to save Sappire's life told The Associated Press he could hardly believe Santos would renege on his promise to help.
“I said, ‘Rich, why don’t you just relax; nobody wants to take money away from a disabled veteran and his sick dog. I’m sure this is a mistake,’” said Michael Boll, a retired Union Township, New Jersey, police officer and founder of a group called the New Jersey Veterans Network.
Boll said he talked to Santos on the phone, telling him, “You don’t have any right to this money. Either give it all back to the people who donated it, or give it to a veterinarian Rich will choose in his area so he’d have a credit to take the dog there for treatment.
“Anthony wanted nothing to do with that and refused to take any further calls from me,” Boll said.
A spokesperson for the U.S. Attorney's Office in Brooklyn said he could not comment on whether the office is investigating the fundraising drive for Osthoff's dog.
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Parry reported from Atlantic City, New Jersey.
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2023-02-02T19:18:19+00:00
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sfgate.com
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https://www.sfgate.com/news/article/report-fbi-investigating-santos-fundraiser-for-17759903.php
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NEW YORK, Oct. 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Jakubowitz Law announces that a securities fraud class action lawsuit has commenced on behalf of shareholders of Twitter, Inc. (NYSE: TWTR).
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According to a filed complaint, Twitter, Inc. issued materially false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (1) Twitter knew about security concerns on their platform; (2) Twitter actively worked to hide the security concerns from the board, the investing public, and regulators; (3) contrary to representations in its filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, Twitter did not take steps to improve security; (4) Twitter's active refusal to address security issues increased the risk of loss of public goodwill; and (5) as a result, defendants' statements about Twitter's business, operations, and prospects, were materially false and misleading and/or lacked a reasonable basis at all relevant times.
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https://www.witn.com/prnewswire/2022/10/21/twtr-shareholder-alert-jakubowitz-law-reminds-twitter-shareholders-lead-plaintiff-deadline-november-14-2022/
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2022-12-03T04:41:44+00:00
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wtmj.com
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https://wtmj.com/entertainment/2022/12/01/ap-top-entertainment-news-at-1251-a-m-est-2/
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‘Teamwork makes the dream work’: Firefighters rescue dog from storm drain
RICHMOND, Va. (WWBT/Gray) - A dog that was found stuck in a drain in Virginia on Valentine’s Day is now up for adoption.
The Richmond Fire Department said on social media a crew helped police after a passerby reported hearing a dog barking in a storm drain.
Crews found the dog stuck in mud and water in the corner of the drain with only his head out of the water.
“One of our firefighters climbed down into the storm drain and stood on a piece of metal that was sticking out of the concrete,” the fire department said. “His colleagues above grabbed a search rope and passed it down through the hole.”
The firefighter then slipped the rope around the dog’s neck, and the crew pulled from above while the firefighter lifted from the bottom.
“The RPD officer wrapped the dog up and delivered him to VVC (Virginia Veterinary Centers),” the fire department said. “The entire call lasted less than 10 minutes for us.”
“Teamwork makes the dream work in the City of Richmond,” the Richmond Animal Care and Control said on Facebook.
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2023-02-22T21:47:26+00:00
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kxii.com
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https://www.kxii.com/2023/02/22/teamwork-makes-dream-work-firefighters-rescue-dog-storm-drain/
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NEW YORK — Imitation may be the sincerest form of flattery, but imitation with a dash of panache — now that’s even more flattering. Fortunately, in his contemporary remodeling of Anton Chekhov’s “The Seagull,” playwright Thomas Bradshaw reveals both writerly flair and respect for the old master, in the New Group’s deeply enjoyable “The Seagull/Woodstock, NY.”
Bradshaw’s allies in this nervy act — one that I’ve seen attempted before, with not quite this level of verve — are director Scott Elliott and a skillful cast, headed by Parker Posey. She’s the buoyant actress playing the spotlight-hogging stage actress of the story, whose ego is so crushing that even a needy son (incisively portrayed by Nat Wolff) is treated as collateral damage.
Posey proves to be a dream choice for Irene — Bradshaw’s American version of Chekhov’s Irina Arkadina — a “theater-famous” star who loves reminding guests at her country house in shabby-chic Woodstock of her acclaimed performances (a female “True West” among them). Bradshaw seasons his “Seagull” with funny, theater-world tidbits, accessible references that won’t exclude audience members who don’t curate their own collections of framed Playbills.
The consistent payoff in Elliott’s production, staged with a pleasingly intentional informality on the Linney Theatre stage at Pershing Square Signature Center, is the care with which Bradshaw sews his own perceptions into Chekhov’s needlework. Bradshaw, who teaches at Northwestern University, deals rawly in his plays with race and sexuality, sometimes to a degree that can shock the faint of heart. He uses the opportunity in “The Seagull/Woodstock, NY” to both explore and send up some of his own theatrical inclinations, especially in one of “The Seagull’s” best-known interludes: the backyard play that Wolff’s Kevin (Konstantin in the 1896 original) stages for Irene and her friends.
This is the scene in which Chekhov channels through the ardent young man a plea for tolerance of “new forms” of artistic pursuit. The manifesto is updated in “The Seagull/Woodstock, NY” to advocate unexpurgated freedom of expression on the stage, including the use of racial epithets we don’t speak and private acts we tend not to advertise. The monologue Kevin creates is recited with amusing earnestness by Nina (a vivacious Aleyse Shannon), the aspiring actress Kevin loves but who, with tragic consequences, doesn’t love him back.
The scene works so well because it really does identify the border of what’s considered acceptable that Kevin seeks to obliterate. (It does so more successfully than many revivals of the classic.) And it goes a long way to defining the poignancy in the play: namely, the lengths Kevin will naively go to fill the Oedipally challenged void in his life, to gain his mother’s admiration and win Nina’s heart.
The laid-back rhythms of an arty colony transfer well from rural Russia to Upstate New York, as do the preoccupations of the lady of the homey manor, her friends and sycophants. Irene, hyper-conscious of her age and the attraction Nina represents to William (Ato Essandoh), Irene’s novelist-lover with the roving eye, tends to dress too ostentatiously for the country (courtesy of the savvy costume designer Qween Jean). There’s an amusing back-and-forth, too, over Irene’s insistence on arriving at a social event in a rich neighbor’s electric Bentley. Appearances mean everything to Irene, an understandable obsession for an actor but a paralyzing affliction for a sensitive son.
Elliott admirably infuses the company with a palpable sense of mission. The production begins before the first line is spoken, with the actors warming up onstage, offering each other words of encouragement, and ends with them breaking into song. The feeling of an authentic ensemble is conveyed across the 10-member cast. The memorable turns include those by Essandoh; Amy Stiller and Hari Nef, as a know-it-all socialite and her seen-it-all offspring; and David Cale as Irene’s dying brother.
Chekhov himself might have gotten a special kick on this occasion, out of how smartly his ever-popular “Seagull” travels to distant locales — how even his musings about a better life in the future are repurposed topically here. He’d probably also want to grab an espresso after the show with Posey, to ask her how she got his late 19th-century character so right in the 21st.
The Seagull/Woodstock, NY, by Thomas Bradshaw, adapted from Anton Chekhov’s “The Seagull.” Directed by Scott Elliott. Set, Derek McLane; costumes, Qween Jean; lighting, Cha See; sound, Rob Milburn and Michael Bodeen. With Bill Sage, Patrick Foley, Daniel Oreskes. About 2 hours 40 minutes. Through April 9 at Pershing Square Signature Center, 480 W. 42nd St., New York. thenewgroup.org.
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2023-03-10T19:31:37+00:00
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washingtonpost.com
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https://www.washingtonpost.com/theater-dance/2023/03/10/parker-posey-seagull-new-group/
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VIDEO: Backpack bursts into flames during chase between motorcyclist, police
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (KHBS) - A police chase with a motorcyclist in Little Rock, Arkansas, earlier this month ended in flames.
Arkansas State Police troopers tased the driver of a speeding motorcycle without knowing his backpack was filled with gasoline.
In the video released by police, a state trooper tried pulling over a motorcyclist in Little Rock for not having a license plate at about 1:15 a.m. on Oct. 13.
The motorcyclist, identified as Christopher Gaylor, is seen ignoring all traffic signals and weaving through cars.
As Gaylor worked his way toward Interstate 30, a second state trooper encountered him.
Gaylor continued into North Little Rock, exiting the freeway and traveling along the sidewalks of a shopping center.
Police say one trooper used their taser, causing the gasoline-filled backpack to burst into flames.
Troopers extinguished the fire and provided aid to Gaylor until paramedics arrived.
Police say Gaylor is in the hospital and expected to recover. He faces several charges, including felony fleeing, failure to register a vehicle and reckless driving.
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2022-10-26T00:00:51+00:00
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2022-11-11T16:03:26+00:00
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ourmidland.com
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https://www.ourmidland.com/sports/article/Miami-Dolphins-17577110.php
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HINGHAM, Mass. — A young boy's heroic actions saved his nanny and a painter from a massive house fire in Massachusetts.
Officials say the child noticed the flames and then alerted the nanny and a painter to get out of the house, NBC Boston reported.
"We're extremely lucky that the painter didn't die and the child and the nanny," Hingham Fire Chief Steve Murphy said to ABC affiliate WCVB.
According to reports, all that's left of the home is its chimney.
Neighbors told the news outlets that the family just moved in.
"They just did all the floors. They literally just moved in. Really nice young couple. Everything they have is gone," neighbor Chris Moran told WCVB.
Officials say the home is valued at around $3 million, Mass Live reported.
According to media reports, more than 120 firefighters responded to the 4-alarm fire on Monday.
No injuries were reported, WCVB reported.
The cause of the fire is under investigation.
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2022-07-12T19:19:49+00:00
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news5cleveland.com
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https://www.news5cleveland.com/news/national/child-saves-nanny-painter-from-massachusetts-house-fire
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Value the fun organizations on campus
August 9, 2022
Within the first months of the fall semester, new organizations, councils and clubs flock to welcome the incoming first-year class and recruit them into these campus subgroups. In the beginning, some groups’ voices can often cloud the brain.
During my first year, I was stuck in a mindset of “if I must interview or apply for this organization, it must be sought after and useful.” The presence of an admissions process does not make clubs worthwhile. If anything, they are an indicator of internal competitiveness.
During September of my sophomore year, I attended my first Get on Board Day, an event held each semester to expose students to new student organizations. There I was exposed to the many niche interests I could explore purely.
It was unsettling to realize how long I had been in the dark about all the different avenues available to me. The University of Alabama is home to hundreds of organizations, clubs and more covering niche interests and hobbies, and these numbers grow yearly.
It’s essential to find clubs that service your individual wants, and this could be in the form of the frequently sought out and over-advertised councils. However, most students ignore that they should join an organization to alleviate college stress and spark already or soon-to-be-ignited interests.
It’s easy to get caught in the storm of deciding which clubs would look best on a resume or provide the most useful experiences. These clubs are necessary, but not the only goal. It’s just as important to join a group purely for the sake of your own enjoyment.
So maybe it’s a hobby you never had time to pick up or a specific hobby you’re experienced in. Lucky for you, most clubs have a ratio of novices to experts that fluctuates just as much as you would expect. This often opens the floor for an unparalleled opportunity to further your own knowledge or provide insight for your peers on a specific topic.
Personally, I found that the sharing of ideas within these student organizations can be one of the most powerful experiences that they can provide you. With an almost clean split of out-of-state students and in-state students, the meshing of different mindsets coupled with entirely different world views can be one of the most valuable additives. A group of individuals with a similar core idea and different experiences opens the pathway for a fully encompassing conversation.
Once you join a club that you find intriguing or that aligns with specific thoughts you hold, you’re presented with a group of people who hold similar beliefs and interests. This is an ideal realm for meeting friends or building a community of sorts. Instead of seeking out friends in general education classes or during the first week in your residence hall, clubs can create a more focused environment for a lifetime of change.
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2022-08-10T02:41:06+00:00
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thecrimsonwhite.com
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https://thecrimsonwhite.com/99361/horizons-2022/value-the-fun-organizations-on-campus/
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The 2023 Charles Schwab Challenge Odds & Preview: Sam Burns
Sam Burns is in seventh place, at -3, after the first round of the Charles Schwab Challenge at Colonial Country Club.
Looking to bet on Sam Burns at the Charles Schwab Challenge this week? Read on for all the stats and odds you can use before you make your picks.
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Sam Burns Insights
- Burns has finished below par seven times and shot nine rounds with a better-than-average score over his last 13 rounds.
- He has carded a top-five score in one of his last 13 rounds, while ranking among the top 10 scores of the day three times.
- Burns has posted a score within three shots of the day's best in two of his last 13 rounds, while finishing within five strokes of the top score of the day four times.
- Burns has finished in the top 20 twice in his past five tournaments, and as high as the top 10 in one.
- The past five times he has played a tournament, he's made the cut three times.
- In his past five appearances, Burns has finished within five shots of the leader once. He posted a score that was better than average twice.
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Charles Schwab Challenge Insights and Stats
- The past four times Burns has played this tournament, he has finished atop the leaderboard once. He's also finished among the top 10 two times and his average finish has been 13th.
- Burns has made the cut in three of his past four appearances at this tournament.
- Burns finished seventh on the leaderboard in his previous appearance at this event, in 2023.
- This course is set up to play at 7,209 yards, 88 yards shorter than the average course on the Tour in the past year.
- Courses that Burns has played in the past year have measured an average of 7,314 yards, 105 yards longer than the 7,209-yard Colonial Country Club this week.
Burns' Last Time Out
- Burns shot poorly over the eight par-3 holes at the PGA Championship, with an average of 3.38 strokes to finish in the 11th percentile of competitors.
- His 4.25-stroke average on the 24 par-4 holes at the PGA Championship ranked in the 37th percentile of the field (the tournament average was 4.18).
- Burns shot better than just 0% of the golfers at the PGA Championship on the tournament's four par-5 holes, averaging 6.25 strokes per hole compared to the field average, which was 4.96.
- Burns did not card a birdie on any of the eight par-3s at the PGA Championship (the other participants averaged 1.3).
- On the eight par-3s at the PGA Championship, Burns carded more bogeys or worse (three) than the tournament average (2.8).
- Burns' three birdies or better on the 24 par-4s at the PGA Championship were less than the field average (4.5).
- At that last competition, Burns had a bogey or worse on five of 24 par-4s (the field averaged 9.7).
- Burns finished the PGA Championship without recording a birdie or better on a par-5 hole, compared to the field average of 1.3 on the four par-5s.
- On the four par-5s at the PGA Championship, Burns recorded more bogeys or worse (three) than the tournament average (1.0).
Charles Schwab Challenge Time and Date Info
- Date: May 25-28, 2023
- Course: Colonial Country Club
- Location: Fort Worth, Texas
- Par: 70 / 7,209 yards
- Burns Odds to Win: +1600 (Bet now with DraftKings!)
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All statistics in this article reflect Burns' performance prior to the 2023 Charles Schwab Challenge.
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2023-05-26T01:08:43+00:00
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kttc.com
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https://www.kttc.com/sports/betting/2023/05/27/sam-burns-charles-schwab-challenge-pga-odds/
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