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- Bridgestone is partnering with Carbon Capture and Transformation company LanzaTech to develop a scaled solution for recycling end-of-life tires.
- The exclusive partnership will leverage LanzaTech's technology to create a pathway toward tire material circularity and the decarbonization of new tire production.
- Bridgestone has committed to carbon neutrality and the manufacture of tires from 100% renewable materials by 2050; partnership aligns with the "Ecology" and "Energy" values of the Bridgestone E8 Commitment.
NASHVILLE, Tenn., April 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Bridgestone Americas (Bridgestone), a global leader in tires and sustainable mobility solutions, today announced an exclusive partnership with Carbon Capture and Transformation (CCT) company, LanzaTech NZ, Inc. (LanzaTech) to address end-of-life tire waste. The two companies will co-develop the first dedicated end-of-life tire recycling process leveraging LanzaTech's proprietary CCT technology, creating a pathway toward tire material circularity and the decarbonization of new tire production.
According to the Tire Industry Project operating under the umbrella of the World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD), more than one billion tires globally reach the end of their useful service life each year. Bridgestone and LanzaTech will work to address this issue by converting end-of-life tires into new materials, including exploring processes to create sustainable synthetic rubber that does not rely on petrochemicals.
"We are excited to join forces with LanzaTech to co-create a more sustainable pathway for end-of-life tires," said Paolo Ferrari, President & CEO, Bridgestone Americas. "The steps we take today are determining the health of our planet for future generations. We are determined to meet the moment with sustainable innovation that transforms the way tires are made and promotes end-to-end material circularity."
"LanzaTech and Bridgestone are working together to find solutions to some of our world's greatest challenges," said Dr. Jennifer Holmgren, Chief Executive Officer, LanzaTech. "We have already proven that we can convert unrecyclable, unsorted municipal solid waste to ethanol and then make products we use in our daily lives. With our partnership with Bridgestone, we are developing a circular pathway to use tires to make tires. This partnership exemplifies what we call a Post Pollution Future."
Bridgestone and LanzaTech seek to develop a new business model that will create a post-consumer waste management strategy for end-of-life tires, while also driving increased adoption of sustainably sourced chemicals for commercial applications. Applying LanzaTech's carbon capture and gas fermentation process to end-of-life tires yields sustainably produced chemicals such as ethanol that can be converted to materials such as PET for packaging, polyester yarn and surfactants used in consumer home goods like laundry detergent. In addition, Bridgestone and LanzaTech will jointly explore opportunities to co-develop proprietary microbe technology to produce more efficient pathways to produce butadiene, a key ingredient in new tire production, realizing true circularity for end-of-life tires.
Headquartered in Skokie, Ill., LanzaTech transforms waste carbon into materials such as sustainable fuels, fabrics, packaging, and other products. Using a variety of waste feedstocks, LanzaTech's technology platform highlights a future where consumers are not dependent on virgin fossil feedstocks for everything in their daily lives. LanzaTech's goal is to challenge and change the way the world uses carbon, enabling a new circular carbon economy where carbon is reused rather than wasted, skies and oceans are kept clean, and pollution becomes a thing of the past.
Bridgestone is aiming to achieve carbon neutrality and make tires from 100% renewable materials by 2050. The company is actively researching a range of solutions to support the recycling of materials from end-of-life tires and promote the replacement of non-renewable materials such as oil, silica and virgin carbon black in new tires.
"Our partnership with LanzaTech is a clear commitment by Bridgestone to advancing sustainable tire technologies and solutions that preserve the environment for future generations and contribute to the realization of a carbon neutral mobility society," said Nizar Trigui, Chief Technology Officer and Group President, Solutions Businesses, Bridgestone Americas.
Bridgestone's partnership with LanzaTech aligns with the Bridgestone E8 Commitment that serves as the axis to drive management while earning the trust of future generations. The Bridgestone E8 Commitment consists of 8 Bridgestone-like values starting with the letter "E" (Energy, Ecology, Efficiency, Extension, Economy, Emotion, Ease, and Empowerment) that Bridgestone will commit to creating together with employees, society, partners and customers to realize a sustainable society. This partnership aligns with "Ecology: Committed to advancing sustainable tire technologies and solutions that preserve the environment for future generations" and "Energy: Committed to the realization of a carbon neutral mobility society."
About Bridgestone Americas, Inc.:
Bridgestone Americas, Inc. is the U.S.-based subsidiary of Bridgestone Corporation, a global leader in tires and rubber, building on its expertise to provide solutions for safe and sustainable mobility. Headquartered in Nashville, Tenn., Bridgestone Americas employs more than 50,000 people across its worldwide operations. Bridgestone offers a diverse product portfolio of premium tires and advanced solutions backed by innovative technologies, improving the way people around the world move, live, work and play.
About LanzaTech:
LanzaTech harnesses the power of biology and big data to create climate-safe materials and fuels. With expertise in synthetic biology, bioinformatics, artificial intelligence, and machine learning coupled with engineering, LanzaTech has created a platform that converts waste carbon into new everyday products that would otherwise come from virgin fossil resources. LanzaTech's first two commercial scale gas fermentation plants have produced over 30 million gallons of ethanol, which is the equivalent of offsetting the release of 150,000 metric tons of CO2 into the atmosphere. Additional plants are under construction globally. LanzaTech is based in Illinois, USA. For more LanzaTech company news, visit lanzatech.com.
As previously announced, LanzaTech has entered into a merger agreement for a business combination transaction with AMCI Acquisition Corp. II (Nasdaq: AMCI).
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NEW YORK, HUNTSVILLE, Ala. and BURLINGTON, Mass., April 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Brightstar Capital Partners, today announced that its portfolio company, ERC, LLC, has signed a definitive agreement to combine with Oasis Systems, LLC, to expand and scale advanced engineering, cybersecurity and technology-focused consulting solutions for global aerospace and defense communities. The acquisition is expected to close approximately in the second quarter of 2022. The two companies will join forces around one mission – customer success. By combining expertise in aviation, space, defense and cybersecurity with leading-edge innovations, the companies will bring together complementary capabilities and cultures to serve customers in more than 36 states across the U.S.
Tom Colatosti and Tim Nickerson from Oasis will lead the management of the combined companies. At closing, Colatosti, Chair of Oasis, will be appointed as the Board Chair and CEO of ERC-Oasis, and Nickerson, CEO of Oasis, will serve as Chief Operating Officer of ERC-Oasis. It is expected that corporate management of ERC and Oasis will continue in their current roles and report to Colatosti, with Oasis divisional and ERC program leadership reporting to Nickerson. ERC-Oasis will continue to operate out of both headquarters' locations in Huntsville, Alabama, and Burlington, Massachusetts.
"This is an exciting step forward for our company to serve in this rapidly evolving industry," said Colatosti. "Together we will unite our strengths, strong cultures and world-class employees to gain expanded capabilities and resources to deliver full lifecycle solutions that address our customers' greatest challenges. The ERC-Oasis combination will pull together many capabilities while remaining steadfast to one mindset – the customer's mission."
"Our experienced and talented employees across the country are committed to providing the advantages needed to solve our customers' and the nation's toughest challenges," said Stacy Riley, interim CEO of ERC. "We believe our organizations will be stronger together, offering even greater support to our many customers' missions."
"Our government continues to need comprehensive and innovative solutions to help support its missions, protect and defend our country, and move the nation forward now and for generations to come," said Michael Singer, Partner at Brightstar. "We are excited to start a new chapter and see tremendous opportunities for growth by delivering a more robust set of services to better meet customers' needs and expectations."
ERC and Oasis share many important characteristics including an entrepreneurial engineering approach, core values, and a commitment to our nation and its future. Their common cultures are built on respect, empowerment and collaboration. Both ERC and Oasis also have a strong performance record of success and a long history of delivering cutting-edge engineering, technology, and specialized services to support our customers' missions.
Combined, ERC and Oasis will offer differentiated capabilities that deliver advanced, full lifecycle solutions in the areas of:
- Agile Software Development
- Cybersecurity
- Emerging Technologies
- Information Technology
- Mission Support
- Modeling & Simulation
- Research & Development
- Systems Engineering
- Test & Evaluation
ERC was advised by legal counsel Kirkland & Ellis and financial advisor Houlihan Lokey. Rothschild & Co served as the exclusive financial advisor to Oasis, and Sullivan & Cromwell served as legal counsel.
About ERC-Oasis
ERC-Oasis will be a leading innovator providing advanced engineering, cybersecurity and technology-focused consulting solutions for one mission – customer success from aerospace to cyberspace. ERC-Oasis will provide entrepreneurial-driven, expert teams to advance innovative solutions for customers such as the U.S. Department of Defense, Federal Aviation Administration, NASA and other high-tech governmental entities on missions of national importance. ERC-Oasis solutions will combine precise engineering, innovative technologies, deep subject-matter expertise, firsthand mission understanding, and long-term customer knowledge to deliver the critical advantage needed to solve critical challenges. ERC-Oasis employees will share a collaborative culture built on commitment, integrity, teamwork, respect, and uncompromising performance, which will enable best-in-class service and solutions for its customers. For more information, go to www.erc.us and www.oasissystems.com.
About Brightstar Capital Partners
Brightstar Capital Partners is a middle market private equity firm focused on investing closely held family, founder or entrepreneur-owned businesses where Brightstar believes it can drive significant value with respect to the management, operations and strategic direction of the business. Brightstar employs an operationally intensive "Us & Us" approach that leverages its extensive experience and relationship network to help companies reach their full potential. For more information, please visit www.brightstarcp.com.
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CHICAGO and LONDON, April 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- BrokerTec, a leading provider of electronic trading platforms and technology services in fixed income markets, today announced that it will launch a next-generation trading platform for BrokerTec Stream, its relationship-based, streaming service for U.S. Treasuries.
Existing BrokerTec Stream clients will be migrated to the new platform in Q4 2022. The next-generation platform will provide clients with significantly enhanced processing times and faster market data. It will enable greater price discovery, certainty of execution and cost efficiencies for clients, and support their overall trading performance.
The new BrokerTec Stream platform will retain existing features such as the current API, single ticket/full amount trading protocol, firm pricing, and directed orders. It will also include new features such as sweepable orders, client-to-client matching, and enhanced market maker inventory management. The new BrokerTec Stream platform will continue to share the same front end, credit limits and Straight Through Processing (STP) as the BrokerTec dealer-to-dealer central limit order book (CLOB). In addition, it will be integrated with industry leading ISV's such as Broadway Technology to enhance liquidity and matching opportunities.
"Providing our customers with the most advanced technology to improve the execution experience is of the utmost importance to BrokerTec," said Sean Hodgson, Executive Director, BrokerTec Products. "The next-generation BrokerTec Stream platform delivers significantly reduced latency and will enable us to further innovate by rolling out new products, order types and execution logics in the future."
"We are always looking to work with partners to provide better solutions to clients," said John Estrada, Global Head of eMacro, Credit Suisse. "The new BrokerTec Stream platform shows that innovation continues, and we believe clients will benefit from the improved ability to trade U.S. Treasuries."
"We're passionate about working closely with our customers to meet their evolving needs and transform their fixed income businesses," said Bruce Boytim, COO, Broadway Technology. "We are particularly excited to integrate BrokerTec Stream with Broadway's Toc platform, further continuing our mission to bring new innovations, liquidity, and flexibility to our clients."
For more information on BrokerTec Stream 2.0, please contact: BrokerTecStream@cmegroup.com
As the world's leading derivatives marketplace, CME Group (www.cmegroup.com) enables clients to trade futures, options, cash and OTC markets, optimize portfolios, and analyze data – empowering market participants worldwide to efficiently manage risk and capture opportunities. CME Group exchanges offer the widest range of global benchmark products across all major asset classes based on interest rates, equity indexes, foreign exchange, energy, agricultural products and metals. The company offers futures and options on futures trading through the CME Globex® platform, fixed income trading via BrokerTec and foreign exchange trading on the EBS platform. In addition, it operates one of the world's leading central counterparty clearing providers, CME Clearing.
BrokerTec Americas LLC ("BAL") is a registered broker-dealer with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, is a member of the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority, Inc. (www.FINRA.org), and is a member of the Securities Investor Protection Corporation (www.SIPC.org). BAL does not provide services to private or retail customers.
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PHILADELPHIA and WASHINGTON, April 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Cancer Study Group, LLC, a company that works with employer and union health plans to guide their patients through cancer, is partnering with Fox Chase Cancer Center to provide patients fast, dedicated access to sub-specialized care.
This year, Cancer Study Group (CSG) launched their Cancer Navigator service with labor union partners in Philadelphia. CSG works with newly-diagnosed cancer patients to help them find great doctors and centers for their specific type of cancer and to get second opinions. Cancer Study Group's partnership with Fox Chase is designed to create a faster, smoother path for patients to receive care (or a second opinion) at the hospital.
"Cancer treatments are advancing incredibly quickly, offering new hope to patients and their families. We know, though, that not every patient reaches the best care for their specific disease," said Adam Bradley, co-founder of Cancer Study Group. "Through partnerships with top centers like Fox Chase Cancer Center, we can ensure that every patient has easy access to top-notch, specialized care that can give them their best shot."
Cancer Study Group's partnership with Fox Chase Cancer Center will allow them to deepen the service they provide for patients in the Philadelphia region, making the experience of accessing specialized care even easier for patients.
"Fox Chase Cancer Center is committed to cancer care in our community at every level. We are thrilled to be entering into this collaboration with Cancer Study Group to facilitate increased expedited access to cancer experts for newly diagnosed cancer patients," said Rob Uzzo, MD, acting CEO of the Hospital of Fox Chase Cancer Center.
The Partnership, with more Detail
Fox Chase Cancer Center has established a direct relationship with Cancer Study Group and the patients their Cancer Navigators serve. For any patient who would like care at Fox Chase Cancer Center, CSG's Cancer Navigators will be able to work directly with designated contacts at Fox Chase to help patients get appointments with the right specialists, right away.
"Patients I work with often want appointments with the top specialists for their type of cancer. As I'm arranging care for these patients, speed and ease of access are essential" said Jenn Smith, Cancer Navigator at CSG. "The Dedicated Access that Fox Chase is providing allows us to get our patients in to see the top experts with fewer delays."
A cancer diagnosis is extremely hard for patients, but reaching the best care doesn't need to be. This partnership will allow Cancer Study Group to make this journey easier for patients.
"This partnership with Cancer Study Group will allow us to better facilitate expert cancer care for patients at every stage of the cancer journey. We are excited to realize the potential of what can be done for the patients represented by Cancer Study Group," said Jeffrey Farma, MD, FACS, chief of the division of general surgery at Fox Chase Cancer Center.
About Cancer Study Group
Cancer Study Group, LLC, is on a mission to guide patients through cancer, helping them reach fantastic doctors for their care. Cancer Study Group offers its Cancer Navigator service as a benefit to patients through their employer and union health plans. Cancer Study Group serves as an impartial advisor to cancer patients and has no financial relationship with any hospital. Any partnerships with hospitals are designed to offer an easier path for patients to specific top centers, should that be their choice.
Contact: Adam Bradley, Co-founder, adam@cancerstudygroup.com
About Fox Chase Cancer Center
The Hospital of Fox Chase Cancer Center and its affiliates (collectively "Fox Chase Cancer Center"), a member of the Temple University Health System, is one of the leading cancer research and treatment centers in the United States. Founded in 1904 in Philadelphia as one of the nation's first cancer hospitals, Fox Chase was also among the first institutions to be designated a National Cancer Institute Comprehensive Cancer Center in 1974. Fox Chase researchers have won the highest awards in their fields, including two Nobel Prizes. Fox Chase physicians are also routinely recognized in national rankings, and the Center's nursing program has received the Magnet recognition for excellence five consecutive times. Today, Fox Chase conducts a broad array of nationally competitive basic, translational, and clinical research, with special programs in cancer prevention, detection, survivorship and community outreach. It is the policy of Fox Chase Cancer Center that there shall be no exclusion from, or participation in, and no one denied the benefits of, the delivery of quality medical care on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity/expression, disability, age, ancestry, color, national origin, physical ability, level of education, or source of payment. For more information, call 888-369-2427.
Media Contact: Amy Merves, 215-280-0810, amy.merves@fccc.edu
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TORONTO, April 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - Canntab Therapeutics Limited (CSE: PILL) (OTCQB: CTABF) (FRA: TBF1) (the "Company" or "Canntab") a leading innovator in cannabinoid and terpene blends in hard pill form for therapeutic applications, is pleased to announce that the Company has engaged Mr. Hamish Sutherland as a strategic business consultant to work with Canntab and develop additional sales and distribution channels for the extensive suite of Canntab's products and to assist Canntab in reaching strategic partnerships in the Cannabis industry with a view to enhancing shareholder value.
Mr. Sutherland is a seasoned veteran of the legal cannabis industry in Canada, with over nine years' experience and a successful track record in the sector. His past achievements and contributions include holding the position of founding Chief Operating Officer of Bedrocan Canada Inc. (subsequently acquired by Tweed to form Canopy Growth Corporation), delivering over $750 million in investor value and overseeing the building and commissioning of two licensed facilities, including a 52,000 square foot state-of-the-art automated facility in suburban Toronto. Mr. Sutherland also serves as officer and director of various public and private cannabis companies in Canada, the United States and Australia, including Indiva Inc. (TSXV: NDVA), Mera Cannabis Corp., Altopa Inc. and Asterion Cannabis Inc. Mr. Sutherland holds an MBA from the Schulich School of Business at York University as well as a degree in Engineering Physics from McMaster University.
Mr. Sutherland's mandate is to maximize the potential of Canntab's assets, intellectual property, and operations with the primary objective of identifying and negotiating partnerships to assist Canntab in expanding its product offerings in Canada, United States, and other international jurisdictions. In addition, Mr. Sutherland will be working with his extensive network in the cannabis industry to explore M&A opportunities. This process has not been initiated because of receiving any offer and there are no assurances that any additional transactions will be undertaken.
"We are very pleased to have Hamish join our team. Mr. Sutherland's deep operational expertise in the cannabis industry specifically in the areas of finance, capital markets and corporate strategy will expand the skills matrix of the Canntab team, with the goal of generating one or more transactions to enhance shareholder value" said Larry Latowsky, CEO.
Mr. Sutherland's engagement is initially for a four-month period, which can be extended on a month-to-month basis for an addition two months. Mr. Sutherland will receive $5,000 a month and has been issued 40,000 common shares of Canntab ("Canntab Shares"). In addition, Canntab has also granted 200,000 stock options (the "Options") to Mr. Sutherland exercisable at $0.50 per Share for a period of 4 years. In addition, Mr. Sutherland will be entitled to receive finder's fees for any strategic initiative completed during his mandate or introduced to the Company by him.
Canntab is a Canadian phytopharmaceutical company focused on the manufacturing and distribution of a suite of hard pill cannabinoid formulations in multiple doses and timed-release combinations. Long referred to as Cannabis 3.0 by the Company, Canntab's proprietary hard pill cannabinoid formulations provide doctors, patients and consumers with medical grade solutions which incorporate all the features one would expect from any prescription or over the counter medication sold in pharmacies around the world. These include once a day and extended-release formulations, both providing an accurate dose and improved shelf stability.
Canntab holds a Cannabis Standard Processing & Sales for Medical Purposes License and a Cannabis Research License.
Canntab trades on the Canadian Securities Exchange under the symbol PILL, on the OTCQB under the symbol CTABF, and on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange under the symbol TBF1.
This press release contains "forward-looking information" within the meaning of applicable Canadian securities legislation. These statements relate to future events or future performance. The use of any of the words "could", "intend", "expect", "believe", "will", "projected", "estimated" and similar expressions and statements relating to matters that are not historical facts are intended to identify forward-looking information and are based on the Company's current belief or assumptions as to the outcome and timing of such future events. The forward-looking information and forward-looking statements contained herein include, but are not limited to, statements regarding: the future plans and goals of the Company; commencing a process to explore and develop transactions with a view to enhancing shareholder value; identifying partners to assist Canntab in expanding its product offerings into the United States and other international jurisdictions and exploring the possibilities of M&A opportunities both for the Company as acquirer and potentially as the target; Mr. Sutherland's development of additional sales and distributions channel for Canntab's products and his assistance in reaching in reaching strategic partnerships in the Cannabis industry; Mr. Sutherland's mandate is to maximize the potential of Canntab's assets, intellectual property and operations; Mr. Sutherland's anticipated work with his extensive network in the cannabis industry to explore M&A opportunities for Canntab; the addition of Mr. Sutherland's expertise to the Canntab team; Mr. Sutherland's engagement and potential continued engagement with Canntab; the ability for Canntab to compensate Mr. Sutherland's with finder's fees and Mr. Sutherland's ability to receive such finder's fee, and the compliance of such arrangement with all applicable exchanges policies and securities legislation.
Forward-looking information in this news release are based on certain assumptions and expected future events, namely: the Company's ability to continue as a going concern; the continued commercial viability, adoption and growth in popularity of the Company's products; continued approval of the Company's activities by the relevant governmental and/or regulatory authorities; the Company continuing to develop products; continued growth of the Company; the Company hitting its future plans and goals; the Company will enhance of shareholder value through Mr. Sutherland's mandate; the Company ability expanding its product offerings into the United States and other international jurisdictions and the Company's ability to identify or execute on possible M&A opportunities both for the Company as acquirer and potentially as the target; Mr. Sutherland's will further the development of additional sales and distributions channel for Canntab's products and his assistance in reaching strategic partnerships in the Cannabis industry; Mr. Sutherland's mandate will increase the potential of Canntab's assets, intellectual property and operations; Mr. Sutherland's anticipated work with his extensive network in the cannabis industry will identify additional M&A opportunities for Canntab; the successful addition and incorporation of Mr. Sutherland's expertise to the Canntab team; Mr. Sutherland's successful engagement and potential continued engagement with Canntab; the ability for Canntab to compensate Mr. Sutherland's with finder's fees and Mr. Sutherland's ability to receive such finder's fee, and the compliance of such arrangement with all applicable exchanges policies and securities legislation.
These statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors, which may cause actual results, performance or achievements to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such statements, including but not limited to: the potential inability of the Company to continue as a going concern; risks associated with potential governmental and/or regulatory action with respect to the Company's operations; competition within the industry; risks that the Company will be unable to execute its plans and/or meet its goals; risk that the Company will not grow as anticipated; risks that consumers will not purchase its products; risk that Mr. Sutherland may not be able to identify transactions to enhance shareholder value; risk that the Company not be able to expand its product offerings into the United States and other international jurisdictions; and risk that the Company will be unable to identify or execute on possible M&A opportunities both for the Company as acquirer and potentially as the target; Mr. Sutherland's inability to develop of additional sales and distributions channel for Canntab's products and his inability assistance in reaching strategic partnerships in the Cannabis industry; Mr. Sutherland's inability to fulfill or partially fully his mandate to maximize the potential of Canntab's assets, intellectual property and operations; Mr. Sutherland's inability to complete his anticipated work with his extensive network in the cannabis industry to explore M&A opportunities for Canntab; the inability to incorporate Mr. Sutherland's expertise into the Canntab team; the inability to retain Mr. Sutherland for the initial engagement and potential continued engagement with Canntab; the inability for Canntab to compensate Mr. Sutherland's with finder's fees and Mr. Sutherland's inability to receive such finder's fee, and the inability to maintain compliance of such arrangement with all applicable exchanges policies and securities legislation.
Readers are cautioned that the foregoing list is not exhaustive. Readers are further cautioned not to place undue reliance on forward-looking statements, as there can be no assurance that the plans, intentions, or expectations upon which they are placed will occur. Such information, although considered reasonable by management at the time of preparation, may prove to be incorrect and actual results may differ materially from those anticipated.
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RICHMOND, Va., April 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Capital Square, a national investment sponsor specializing in tax-advantaged real estate, announced today that it has appointed Donna Sperounis as chief financial officer.
"Capital Square is growing rapidly, with record fundraising, record hiring, record number and size of investment programs and, most importantly, record returns for investors," said Louis Rogers, founder and chief executive officer of Capital Square. "To reach Capital Square's full potential, we need an exceptional leader to serve as chief financial officer. I am pleased to welcome Donna Sperounis, Capital Square's new chief financial officer."
Sperounis brings 22 years of real estate experience to Capital Square. She has established an exceptional level of expertise in accounting, finance, reporting, asset management, operations, business planning, and development of multifamily rental communities and for-sale projects.
Rogers added, "Sperounis is highly skilled in developing and executing financial processes and is a collaborative communicator and an effective negotiator. She has a proven track record growing real estate firms organically and through mergers and acquisitions, including experience with public and private REITs. I look forward to working with Sperounis in this critical role as Capital Square continues to expand the pipeline of tax-advantaged real estate offerings."
Prior to joining Capital Square, she was chief financial officer and chief operating officer at Dakota Partners, where she oversaw accounting and asset management. While with Dakota Partners, Sperounis increased cashflow by 50%, maximized tax incentives, and improved the reinvestment of capital by 35% through the creation of a new business plan.
Previously, Sperounis served as controller for Alliance Realty Capital, as chief accounting officer with Plymouth Industrial REIT, Inc., and as senior vice president of operations and finance at Franklin Street Properties.
"I feel grateful joining the successful Capital Square team," said Sperounis. "The company has experienced rapid growth in recent years. I look forward to working with accounting and treasury to continue to improve processes and execute strategies on the financial side of the business. I'm thrilled that we have such a bright future together."
Sperounis graduated from Ashford University with a bachelor's degree in business and a minor in accounting.
Capital Square is a national real estate firm specializing in tax-advantaged real estate investments, including Delaware statutory trusts for Section 1031 exchanges and qualified opportunity zone funds for tax deferral and exclusion. Since 2012, Capital Square has completed more than $5.6 billion in transaction volume. Capital Square's executive team has decades of experience in real estate investments. Capital Square's related entities provide a range of services, including due diligence, acquisition, loan sourcing, property/asset management, and disposition, for a growing number of high-net-worth investors, private equity firms, family offices and institutional investors. Since 2017, Capital Square has been recognized by Inc. 5000 as one of the fastest growing companies in the nation for four consecutive years. In 2017, 2018 and 2020, the company was also ranked on Richmond BizSense's list of fastest growing companies. Additionally, Capital Square was listed by Virginia Business on their "Best Places to Work in Virginia" report in 2019 and their "Fantastic 50" reports in 2019 and 2020. To learn more, visit www.CapitalSq.com.
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Gamification model to make financial literacy fun and accessible to more people
NEW YORK, April 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- CentSai Inc., a leading online financial education platform and content company, has acquired TDFQ Inc., the creator of The Daily FinQ financial literacy app. The Daily FinQ uses trivia and gamification to make financial concepts accessible to a broad range of people. It can be found on the Apple App Store or The Daily FinQ - a perfect download for Financial Literacy Month.
The acquisition (the terms of which have not been disclosed) will give CentSai a new and engaging tool for enhancing people's financial literacy skills. The Daily FinQ was founded by Bill Ullman, a veteran financial services and FinTech professional, with a mission to support financial literacy in a way that is fun, fast, and free. It is a perfect extension of CentSai's financial education platform, which makes quality financial education easier to deliver to students, employers, financial institutions, and employees across the country.
"From day one, CentSai has focused on building a platform of high-quality content and educational capabilities. Engagement with key financial topics is our goal," said Arindam Nag, co-founder and CEO of CentSai. "Understanding the basics of money is a right, not a privilege. We help organizations of all types - whether a school, a business, or a government entity - provide easy and affordable access to clear and actionable financial information. The Daily FinQ expands and supports our mission by making learning this important information more approachable and more fun."
"To some, the idea of 'fun' or 'gamification' may seem disconnected from the world of financial education, and that's too bad," said Ullman. "Making this information fun and engaging is exactly what's needed! Many people just tune out when they hear about 401(k)s, compound interest, or the importance of savings. These are core financial concepts that everyone should understand - and by making a game of it, we hope more will."
As a result of the acquisition, The Daily FinQ will have access to the resources of CentSai. This will include multilingual support, development capacity, and global reach. For its part, CentSai will have a new consumer-friendly mobile app and gamified content and quizzes for its deep set of educational resources. Ullman will continue his work on FinQ as an investor in and strategic advisor to CentSai.
"Our goal is to bring financial education to billions of people," said Nag, "and the addition of The Daily FinQ to our portfolio will help us accomplish this important work."
About CentSai
Founded in New York City, CentSai is a financial wellness platform that teaches finance through storytelling, quizzes, and videos in an authentic, jargon-free way. The company helps consumers navigate their financial lives from a place of knowledge and fun rather than fear. Built by former journalists, CentSai creates high-quality content to help explain finance from stories, videos, and quizzes. CentSai's catalog has thousands of financial media resources and is continually expanding to reflect the ever-changing financial landscape.
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ONT Marks Company's Sixth Airport in California, 41st in U.S.
ONTARIO, Calif., April 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- CLEAR (NYSE: YOU) today announced the launch of its expedited lanes in both terminals at Ontario International Airport (ONT). ONT is CLEAR's sixth airport in California and 41st across the U.S.; CLEAR already serves all 10 of ONT's top 10 domestic destinations. The launch is expected to create 23 jobs and generate $2.2 million in local economic activity.
"CLEAR's entry into the Ontario International Airport advances our continued commitment to outstanding customer service. We know our customers will appreciate the way CLEAR's secure identity technology and expedited lanes help make travel more predictable and less stressful, and we're pleased to welcome them to ONT," said Alan D. Wapner, President of the Ontario International Airport Authority Board of Commissioners and Mayor Pro Tem of the City of Ontario.
Members use CLEAR's network of dedicated lanes to verify their identity with their eyes, replacing the need to take out their wallet and driver's license. After verification, a CLEAR Ambassador escorts members through the dedicated lane and directly to TSA physical security.
"Expanding our footprint to more airports in the Golden State has been an important priority as we continue working toward our vision for a world of frictionless experiences and journeys," said CLEAR CEO Caryn Seidman-Becker. "Our launch at ONT reflects our commitment to our members, airports and communities across California, and we look forward to continued growth in the months and years ahead."
CLEAR Plus – an opt-in membership that provides access to CLEAR's expedited security lanes – costs just $15 a month billed annually, with discounts available for Delta Air Lines, United Airlines and American Express members. Newly enrolling active military, veterans, and government officials are also eligible for discounted memberships, and additional family members can be added to an existing CLEAR Plus account for just $60 per adult per year.
Founded in 2010, CLEAR's mission is to create frictionless experiences. With more than 10 million members and hundreds of partners across the world, CLEAR's identity platform is transforming the way people live, work, and travel. Whether it's at the airport, stadium, or right on your phone, CLEAR connects you to the things that make you, you - making everyday experiences easier, more secure, and more seamless. Since day one, CLEAR has been committed to privacy done right. Members are always in control of their own information, and we never sell member data. For more information, visit clearme.com.
Ontario International Airport (ONT) is the fastest growing airport in the United States, according to Global Traveler, a leading publication for frequent fliers. Located in the Inland Empire, ONT is approximately 35 miles east of downtown Los Angeles in the center of Southern California. It is a full-service airport which, before the coronavirus pandemic, offered nonstop commercial jet service to 26 major airports in the U.S., Mexico, Central America and Taiwan. More information is available at www.flyOntario.com. Follow @flyONT on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram
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Cybersecurity ad tech company's MAQ report states Fridays and Saturdays
had the highest security violation rates in 2021
Key highlights of Malvertising Ad Quality Index:
- In 2021, One in every 125 impressions had serious security or quality issues
- Criminal scams dominated Q1-Q2 of 2021, but eclipsed by forced redirects in Q4
- Google Chrome outperforms competitors in browser security, while Firefox for Windows desktop scored worst
- Q4 saw security and quality violation rates continuing their upward trajectory, matching, or exceeding Q3
- In Q4, Cryptocurrency became the 2nd most frequently blocked ad category
NEW YORK, April 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Global ad tech, cybersecurity, and threat intelligence solutions provider, Confiant, released the 2021 year-in-review and fourth quarter edition of its industry benchmark report, the Malvertising & Ad Quality Index (MAQ). The report, in its fifth year, summarizes the state of quality, security and privacy in the global digital ad industry. In this report, Confiant analyzed a sample of more than 650 billion annual ad impressions (tracked more than 150 billion impressions in real time each quarter) monitored from January 1 through December 31, 2021, (representing tens of thousands of premium websites and apps) to compile this MAQ index.
Overall, for 2021, nearly one in every 125 ads were considered dangerous or disruptive to users, a significant increase that nearly doubled the rate from 2020. The overall industry security violation rate in Q4 matched that of Q3, which was previously the highest quarter of 2021. Compared to 2020, security issues declined slightly overall in 2021. However, the overall quality violation rate continued to increase over six consecutive quarters.
"Confiant has a unique vantage point overseeing the ad tech industry's infrastructure, tracking, and acting to protect it from ad-based cybersecurity threats. What we have seen over the course of 15 reports in five years is that malvertising is increasing in technical and criminal sophistication as the financial incentives for the bad actors keeps increasing," said Louis-David Mangin, CEO and Co-Founder of Confiant, Inc.
The report highlights how bad actors constantly shift tactics, to present new ad-based security threats. Criminal scams predominated in the first half of 2021, including: fake financial investments, crypto scams, false celebrity endorsements, Keto diet scams, malicious clickbait, Ponzi schemes, and cloaked ads that lure users to threat actors' landing pages designed to steal their personal information and access finances. Fake downloads emerged as the top issue in September, only to be eclipsed by forced redirects and phishing scams in the last two months of the year. Fridays and Saturdays were the days of the week with the highest security violation rates, but the increase over the rest of the week was modest, particularly when compared to past years. Quality violations, those that disrupt or impair the user experience, include Heavy Ads, Auto Video, and Misleading Claims. For most SSPs, Heavy Ads and Auto Video tended to be the most prominent quality issues. Google performed well in these two areas but was also the main source of ads with Misleading Claims.
"The shift in tactics to criminal scams and cloaked malvertising early in 2021 was not accidental, it represents an evolution in the strategies of cybercriminals. These shifts target unsuspecting users and the sites they visit through the misrepresentation of brands, platforms, and walled gardens." continued Mangin.
"It's important for enterprises and publishers to recognize the economic benefits to the bad actors behind this activity and take action to protect their users, customers, and organizations," Mangin concluded.
European markets continued to be more prone to security issues in Q4. In Great Britain the security violation rate more than doubled from Q3 to Q4. Quality violations in Canada far exceeded all other markets. While Japan's quality violation rate more than tripled from Q3, it is still comparatively low.
Of more than 100 SSPs that Confiant tracks, the 12 included SSPs represent where the vast majority global impressions originate. Each has been a source of more than one billion Confiant-monitored impressions per quarter, across the global sample. Most SSP's security violation rates in Q4 echoed their year-long performance. Of the three notable exceptions who improved in lowering security violation rates in Q4, OpenX was one of the top performers for the quarter, as well as for the entire year.
The attack response time of SSPs is another key factor highlighted in the report. During Q4, OpenX kept their average response time to cyber attacks below one day, an extremely strong performance for the category.
Google Chrome had the lowest security violation rates of all browsers, across all platforms. Firefox for Windows was the worst performing desktop browser for security issues, while the integrated Facebook for iOS browser continued to be the worst on mobile platforms.
As reported In our Q3 MAQ Index, Gambling remained the number one most blocked ad category in Q4 at 31%, followed by Cryptocurrency in second place at 12%, then Pharmaceutical Drugs at 8%, and Political ads at 7%. In Q4 alone, Confiant blocked nearly 200 million Gambling ads.
Confiant first introduced the quarterly report, originally known as the Demand Quality Report, in September 2018, as the industry's first benchmark report. The 2021 year-in-review and Q4 MAQ Index is the fifteenth report in the series.
Confiant's 2021 year-in-review and Q4 MAQ Index is available by visiting https://www.confiant.com/maq-index
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Confiant's mission is to make the digital world safe for everyone.
Confiant is a cybersecurity ad tech and malware prevention services provider. We help enterprises, publishers and ad platforms take back control of the ad experience. Our solution protects reputation, revenue, and resources by providing real-time verification of digital advertisements. Confiant's technology actively blocks and detects malicious activity and low-quality ads. Our technology provides industry-leading protection from cyber threats including malvertising, disruptive ads, and privacy risks. Confiant empowers premium ad platforms and publishers with actionable data to ensure the digital ad ecosystem is safe and secure for everyone. We detect and protect billions of ad impressions per month for our clients, which include CBS Interactive, Rubicon, Gannett, PMC, Politico, and as a trusted Amazon Publisher Services, Connections Marketplace vendor.
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HOUSTON, April 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Cornerstone Home Lending, one of the nation's premier residential mortgage companies, launched its full service, in-house mortgage loan servicing operation for new loan originations, combining its 34-year tradition of superior customer care with industry-leading loan servicing technologies.
Cornerstone has made significant investments to build an elite team of servicing professionals led by Toby Wells, Cornerstone's Managing Director of Loan Servicing. The selection of Black Knight's cutting-edge servicing technology platform, together with caring and highly trained Cornerstone team members, creates a top-of-class loan servicing experience for Cornerstone customers for the life of their loan.
"Providing a remarkable customer experience remains one of Cornerstone's key Core Convictions since our founding 34 years ago, and we are excited to offer our mortgage loan servicing customers the same standard of excellence that has long defined Cornerstone's loan origination operations. Our caring hearts, service-driven culture, entrepreneurial spirit, and passionate commitment to excellence set Cornerstone apart, with innovative technologies working in tandem with our team members to maximize customer satisfaction. Fulfilling our corporate responsibility to provide a remarkable customer experience in the mortgage servicing function requires Cornerstone to take full ownership and daily control of the entire servicing process. Cornerstone customers will remain in the superior care of Cornerstone team members during the loan origination and closing process, and now through the entire life of their loan," said Adam Laird, President of Cornerstone.
Cornerstone will also transition its existing mortgage loan servicing portfolio to the company's in-house system in the coming months. "Cornerstone's robust servicing platform supports and streamlines all facets of Cornerstone's loan servicing operations from loan boarding to payoff, enabling our team members to focus on what matters most: a remarkable customer experience. Cornerstone's dedicated loan servicing team will continuously elevate every aspect of the loan servicing process to raise the bar for customer satisfaction," said Toby Wells.
Customers are offered a suite of online tools to easily access and manage their mortgage account anytime, anywhere. Cornerstone's user-friendly loan servicing website and mobile app provide timely information, such as billing statements, escrow activity, and a variety of payment options and payoff calculators. Self-service capabilities enable Cornerstone customers to quickly enroll for services such as autopay, biweekly payments, and paperless statements. Customers can also message with Cornerstone team members and access helpful educational resources, disaster information, and more.
In addition, Cornerstone's servicing platform optimizes complex internal processes, such as oversight and monitoring of escrow and tax activity, to enable proactive management of customers' escrow accounts. Extensive cross-platform analytics provide actionable insight to help streamline processes, manage and reduce risk, and refine the customer experience. Cornerstone will continue to roll out new loan servicing features and options for customers as it expands its in-house servicing operations.
About Cornerstone Home Lending (Company NMLS 2258)
Founded in 1988 in Houston, Texas, Cornerstone has assisted families with over 450,000 home financing transactions. Cornerstone's 1,900 team members are guided by a non-negotiable Mission, Vision & Convictions statement. Cornerstone is known for its commitment to closing mortgage loans on time; its caring, passionate and experienced team members; comprehensive array of innovative mortgage lending products and services; certified Great Place to Work® status, multiple Fortune® Best Workplaces™ awards and recognition as a "Top Workplace" in multiple major markets. For more information, visit www.houseloan.com.
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"Haunted Haze" was developed in collaboration with acclaimed Los Angeles artist James Haunt
WAKEFIELD, Mass., April 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Curaleaf Holdings, Inc. (CSE: CURA / OTCQX: CURLF) ("Curaleaf" or the "Company"), a leading international provider of consumer products in cannabis, today announced that its Select brand has partnered with Los Angeles based artist James Haunt for the launch of a limited-edition Cliq Elite Live strain in California. The product is now available at dispensaries across the state in celebration of 4/20.
"Haunted Haze" is an herbal and fruity hybrid inspired by the creative vision of Haunt, whose striking murals can be found in high-profile locations throughout the world. Available in 1g Cliq pods, the balanced strain is paired with Select's high-quality Elite Live oil and Cliq's intelligently designed vape delivery system. From its proprietary gravity-fed pod to its ultra-tough stainless steel encasing, the limited-edition strain comfortably brings the best of high-quality oil and innovative hardware into the hands of California consumers.
"Cannabis is a daily part of my health and wellness routine. It helps me remain present, meditate and self-reflect," said James Haunt. "I'm proud to partner with Select for the launch of Haunted Haze, a premium product that allows me to get lost in my imagination and venture within."
"Haunt's authenticity and desire to push artistic boundaries align with Select's commitment to elevating cannabis offerings and experiences for the modern consumer," said Joe Bayern, CEO of Curaleaf US. "The product's vibrant packaging paired with the innovative, limited-edition strain make this a unique addition to our California product portfolio, and we think consumers will agree."
Select Cliq Elite Live is available in three states including Arizona, California and Oregon, however the Haunted Haze strain is available exclusively in California while supplies last. For more information on product availability, please visit https://selectcannabis.com/find-us.
About Curaleaf Holdings, Inc.
Curaleaf Holdings, Inc. (CSE: CURA) (OTCQX: CURLF) ("Curaleaf") is a leading international provider of consumer products in cannabis with a mission to improve lives by providing clarity around cannabis and confidence around consumption. As a high-growth cannabis company known for quality, expertise and reliability, the Company and its brands, including Curaleaf and Select, provide industry-leading service, product selection and accessibility across the medical and adult-use markets. In the United States, Curaleaf currently operates in 23 states with 128 dispensaries, 26 cultivation sites, and employs over 5,600 team members. Curaleaf International is the largest vertically integrated cannabis company in Europe with a unique supply and distribution network throughout the European market, bringing together pioneering science and research with cutting-edge cultivation, extraction and production. Curaleaf is listed on the Canadian Securities Exchange under the symbol CURA and trades on the OTCQX market under the symbol CURLF. For more information, please visit https://ir.curaleaf.com.
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Federally-licensed research lab received additional 56 Research Exemption to acquire psilocybin mushrooms from Nectar Health Sciences Laboratory Division Inc.
VANCOUVER, BC, April 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - Delic Holdings Corp ("Delic" or the "Company") (CSE: DELC) (OTCQB: DELCF) (FRA: 6X0), a leader in new medicines and treatments for a modern world, today announced that its subsidiary, Delic Labs, received a Health Canada 56 Research Exemption that will allow scientists to conduct research and perform tests on a number of compounds outside of psychedelic mushrooms, including MDMA, LSD, DMT, mescaline and 2C-B. Additionally, Delic Labs has received a Health Canada 56 exemption to acquire 60 grams of psilocybin mushrooms from Nectar Health Sciences Laboratory Division Inc., a wholly-owned subsidiary of Psilobrain Therapeutics Inc. Delic Labs' latest exemptions enable the Company to develop innovative analytical methods for psychedelic research.
Last year, the lab also applied for a Dealer's License with the intent of commercializing psilocybin research and associated intellectual property (IP) for medical and research purposes. Securing a Dealer's License to accompany its existing research exemptions would cement Delic Labs' position as the leader in psychedelic safety testing. The Company aims to establish consistent quality control standards as more patients and clinicians incorporate psychedelic compounds into treatment plans.
Delic Labs is the engine of innovation for Delic Corp, conducting research and developing new product lines and IP. The Company's latest foray into psilocybin research reaffirms its commitment to advancing extraction methods, analytical testing and chemical process development.
"Securing our latest Health Canada 56 exemptions allow us to advance our research efforts as we continue to understand the medical applications of psychedelic compounds," said Dr. Markus Roggen, co-founder of Delic Labs. "Psychedelics show tremendous promise as a new class of therapeutics, and Delic Labs is taking extensive measures to establish best practices in developing and manufacturing these potential treatments. We look forward to exploring these novel compounds with the goal of commercializing the research once our Dealer's License is secured."
Founded by award-winning chemist, Dr. Roggen, and UBC Professor, Dr. Glenn Sammis, Delic Labs supports the psychedelic and cannabis industry with high precision chemical analytics, metabolomic identification and process optimization. Delic Labs is one of a handful of licensed psilocybin research labs in Canada and has an strategic plan to develop a suite of novel compounds and delivery methods for the industry. Delic Labs is also a leading cannabis analytical and research company boasting clients that include some of the largest brands in the world.
Delic Labs is a federally licensed cannabis and psilocybin research laboratory focused on extraction optimization, analytical testing, and process development. Based at the University of British Columbia in Vancouver, Canada and founded by award-winning chemists Dr. Markus Roggen and UBC Professor Dr. Glenn Sammis, Delic Labs uses precision chemical analytics and metabolomics identification to develop IP, produce novel products for patients, and advance the cannabis and psychedelic wellness industries. Part of the Delic Corp family, the leading psychedelic wellness platform, Delic Labs powers innovation and treatment options with an ever-expanding line of unique and high-quality products for markets that allow legal cannabis and psychedelic-based care.
Delic is a leader in new medicines and treatments for a modern world, improving access to health benefits across the country and reframing the conversation on psychedelics. The company owns and operates an umbrella of related businesses, including the largest chain of psychedelic wellness clinics in the country, Ketamine Wellness Centers; the only licensed entity by Health Canada to exclusively focus on research and development of psilocybin vaporization technology, Delic Labs; the premier psychedelic wellness event, Meet Delic; and trusted media and e-commerce platforms Reality Sandwich and Delic Radio. Delic is backed by a team of industry and cannabis veterans and a diverse network, whose mission is to provide education, research, high-quality products, and effective treatment options to the masses.
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If the price of gas has you seeking out ways to save money in other areas, you can add Krispy Kreme to your list.
The doughnut shop is offering a deal that will get you doughnuts based on the price of gas. Every Wednesday, Krispy Kreme will price a dozen of its original glazed doughnuts at the U.S. national average for a gallon of regular gasoline.
Because the price of a dozen doughnuts varies by location, we can’t say exactly how much you’ll be saving with the Wednesday deal, but it is definitely a discount no matter where you live. The deal price of the doughnuts will be the same everywhere, as it is dependent on the national average, not the price of gas in your hometown.
The deal is good every Wednesday through May 4 at participating shops throughout the U.S. You can get up to two dozen glazed doughnuts, each for the price of a gallon of gas, by stopping by in person, via drive-thru and for pick-up by ordering online and through the Krispy Kreme app.
While the deal is only good for a dozen glazed doughnuts, if you’ll be heading to Krispy Kreme to take advantage of the deal, you can also pick up some doughnuts from the doughnut chain’s spring line.
The new Egg-Shaped Mini Doughnut collection includes four small doughnuts shaped and decorated like Easter eggs: the Mini Chick Doughnut, Mini Chocolate Egg, Mini Cake Batter Egg and Mini Strawberries & Kreme Egg.
The doughnuts are available in a custom, basket-inspired 16-count box that includes four of each doughnut from now until Easter, which takes place on April 17 this year.
If you’ll be taking advantage of the deal after Easter, you’ll find a handful of other doughnuts that are perfect for spring, like strawberry iced with sprinkles and glazed lemon filled.
If you don’t have a Krispy Kreme near you, rival doughnut chain Dunkin’ is teaming up with Shell to offer a discount on gas.
Now through May 12, Fuel Rewards members can save 30 cents per gallon at Shell after their fifth beverage purchase at Dunkin’ with linked DD Perks and Fuel Rewards accounts.
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Key highlights:
- The Deloitte Sustainability & Climate practice builds upon decades of experience and client service
- The Deloitte Center for Sustainable Progress will develop and deploy the latest thought leadership, research, and solutions
- Deloitte Sustainability & Climate will bring together advisory, assurance, audit, consulting, finance, and tax services and will equip Deloitte's 345,000 professionals and client network with the skillset and knowledge to further this societal imperative
NEW YORK, April 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Deloitte announced a significant expansion and investment in Deloitte Sustainability & Climate, a global practice serving clients as they define a path to a more sustainable future. Deloitte's Sustainability & Climate capabilities will support clients as they redefine their strategies, embed sustainability into their operations, meet tax, disclosure, and regulatory requirements, and help them accelerate transformation of their organizations and value chains. Building upon decades of sustainability and climate client service, Deloitte is assembling one of the largest global networks of sustainability experience including an investment of US$1 billion in client-related services, data-driven research, and assets and capabilities.
"Taking action on climate change and sustainability more broadly is not a choice. It's an imperative. And we all have a role to play. But it's the business community that's best positioned to lead the way on this," says Punit Renjen, Deloitte Global CEO. "We have the resources, skills and influence to help build stronger and more sustainable communities. And it's our collective environmental and societal footprint that has the potential to make or break this decade of action. This is why we developed Deloitte Sustainability & Climate. It is our way of not only holding ourselves accountable for accelerating progress on the UN Sustainable Development Goals and commitments of the Paris Agreement, but effectively facilitating action across the business community."
The global practice will help clients to transform at scale with the launch of the new Deloitte Center for Sustainable Progress (DCSP). In collaboration with leading academic, policy, business, and governmental organizations, the DCSP network will focus on holistic, results-oriented thought leadership, data driven analysis, and accountability reporting to guide organizations through their sustainability journeys.
Deloitte will also build on its efforts of empowering individuals as part of its WorldClimate strategy by offering a robust curriculum of sustainability training courses to all 345,000 professionals along with its clients and suppliers. The curriculum will be offered virtually and through the network of Deloitte Universities.
Jennifer Steinmann will serve as the first-ever Deloitte Global Sustainability & Climate Leader. "We believe a better future is possible and getting there will depend on a profound and lasting change in attitude and behavior," says Steinmann. "Deloitte is committed to helping clients move from sustainability and climate commitments to action. We will do so by working with organizations to create a transformation plan as well as helping drive collaboration across a broader ecosystem―of suppliers, clients and customers, policymakers, and alliance partners across industries."
- Deloitte's carbon reduction goals are validated by the Science Based Targets initiative.
- Deloitte has committed to all three core initiatives of the Climate Group supporting the advancement of renewable electricity (RE100), electric vehicles adoption (EV100) and energy efficiency/productivity (EP100).
- Deloitte is a member of the First Movers Coalition and the Glasgow Financial Alliance for Net Zero and Punit Renjen, Deloitte Global CEO, is a member of the World Economic Forum's Alliance of CEO Climate leaders.
- Through WorldImpact, Deloitte has invested a total of USD $223M in our communities throughout FY2021, with a combined total of $1.15B in societal investments through FY2017 and FY2021.
Please visit Deloitte's website to learn more about Deloitte's Sustainability & Climate services and Deloitte's WorldClimate and WorldImpact strategies.
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With the soaring cost of groceries, gas, and everything else spiking these days -- coupled with inflation running over 8% a year -- many shoppers are taking a second look at warehouse clubs.
Charlotte Lee is proud of the haul she just got at Sam's Club this April day.
"I got some Corn Flakes, some paper towels, and paper plates," she said.
This mom says her $45 membership fee was a smart investment. "Yes it's worth it," she said.
With beef, chicken, and so many other prices soaring, it would seem that memberships to Sam's, Costco, or BJ's Wholesale would be a great money-saving idea this year.
After all, almost all of their products -- per ounce or per unit -- are priced less than the grocery store.
Another big plus: Their gasoline is usually 10 or 20 cents lower than nearby gas stations.
They promise big savings if you buy in bulk. But will it really save much money?
Know the pros and cons before you join
Warehouse clubs have both pros and cons, according to like marketing expert Kelly Goldsmith of Vanderbilt University.
One of the biggest downsides, she says, is the chance of buying more than you intended.
"So you're thinking I'll just go to Costco and stock up on shampoo, toilet paper, and paper towels," she said. "Well if you're the type of person that every time you go, you end up coming home with a patio set, you are not saving money."
Some questions to ask before you join:
- Can you resist the urge to impulse shop?
- Will you go often enough to justify the annual membership fee of $40 to $60?
- Is it too far from your home?
"Think of your time as an opportunity," she said. "You could be making money with that time, so think if this something that's actually going to benefit you in the long run, given the cost of your time and given the commute to the store."
Besides the time commitment (a visit to a warehouse store can suck 2 hours or more out of your day), she says you need to think about the larger sizes that you need to purchase in most cases.
- Do you have the pantry space for the larger sizes of paper products and detergent they sell?
- Is your refrigerator big enough to hold the large sizes of perishable food?
- Will you be able to eat everything or will it end up going to waste?
If you have space for it all, Goldsmith says that food can be significantly cheaper than at the grocery store, which is a big saving these days.
"If you look at things like meat and cheese," she said, "these are items where you really can save money,"
Bottom line: If you can control your impulse buying, a warehouse store will lower your grocery bills over time, and that way you don't waste your money.
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Permira, Neuberger Berman Funds, and Cap Table Coalition Join Series F Round
BOSTON, April 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Salsify, the Commerce Experience Management (CommerceXM) platform empowering brand manufacturers, distributors, and retailers to win on the digital shelf, today announced it closed a $200 million Series F round of financing led by TPG, a leading global alternative asset management firm.
The round, which includes investments from Permira's Growth Opportunities Fund, Neuberger Berman Funds, and Cap Table Coalition, brings Salsify's valuation to $2 billion.
The new funding follows Salsify's $155 million Series E round led by Warburg Pincus in September 2020, bringing total funding to over $450 million.
The foundation of every digital commerce experience is the product data that powers the discovery, research, and buying journey for today's consumers. This new investment will be used to deliver on Salsify's expansive vision to serve as the global system of record and work for those digital commerce experiences, with product data at its core, including:
- Delivering an open Salsify Commerce Experience Management Platform to allow a global network of systems integrators and tech partners to build capabilities that support automation, flexibility, and consistency across the full lifecycle of a product, from product ideation through purchase.
- Expanding and deepening the world's most open and dynamic retailer network so that brands and retailers can collaborate continuously to deliver optimized commerce experiences that drive results.
- Continuing global expansion beyond Salsify's existing presence in the US, France, UK, Portugal, and Australia to deliver the reach, support, and services to our global customers wherever they are.
- Investing in making Salsify a career-making company, where a diverse and committed global team can write their success stories in one of the most dynamic sectors in tech.
"Seamless customer experiences are core to any company's success, and our customers need the tools and data to optimize that experience," said Jason Purcell, Salsify Co-Founder and CEO. "This new investment led by TPG and our partnerships with these leading investors will fuel Salsify's ability to continue our aggressive product innovation while increasing the value we drive for our customers, partners, and employees around the world."
TPG is investing in Salsify through its TPG Tech Adjacencies fund, an investment vehicle focused on flexible capital solutions for the technology industry. In connection with the investment, Arun Agarwal, Managing Director at TPG, will become a Board Observer.
Investor Quotes
"As consumer behavior shifts increasingly towards digital and omnichannel, there has been an evolution in the way that brands think about their technology strategy and how they evolve their tech stack," said Arun Agarwal, Managing Director at TPG. "Through its integrated platform, Salsify is optimizing the shopping experience for brands, retailers, and distributors, powering consumer interactions and enabling consistency, simplicity, and agility. TPG has a long track record of backing leading SaaS companies, and we look forward to partnering with Jason and his team to drive Salsify's growth and market leadership further."
"Through Permira's experience in digital commerce, we see how critical it is for brands and retailers to optimize product information across their digital shelves," said Jason Thorn, who led the transaction on behalf of Permira. "We are incredibly excited to partner with the team at Salsify, which has created a highly-intuitive and flexible solution that is purpose-built to enable customers to maximize success in ecommerce."
"We were impressed by Salsify's purpose-built solution for not just brands looking to manage their digital presence, but also for the retailer partners looking to improve velocity and digital throughput," said Gabe Cahill, Managing Director, Neuberger Berman. "The global, purpose-built integrated solution makes Salsify the leading PIM solution for partners worldwide. As a global organization ourselves, we are excited to partner with the team at Salsify to help catalyze their vision for the business."
"Cap Table Coalition (CTC) is on a mission to diversify the VC ecosystem by helping high-growth startups take control over their cap tables. We connect our community of 600+ operators and investors with startups who make funding opportunities available to our Black, Latinx, and other marginalized investors," said Elizabeth Grier, Managing Director, Cap Table Coalition. "We're proud to announce Salsify has joined our Coalition and look forward to our continued partnership."
Company Momentum
Since its 2020 Series E round, Salsify has delivered constant growth both from existing customers and through global expansion. In 2021, Salsify generated over $110 million in annual recurring revenue, an over 50% increase from 2020. Salsify now serves almost 1,200 customers across the globe. This growth is directly attributable to the value that brand, retailer, and distributor customers receive from Salsify. The company has consistently achieved net dollar retention rates in excess of 115% in consecutive years, which is considered best-in-class for enterprise SaaS businesses and is reflective of the confidence Salsify's customers have in the platform to help drive success on the digital shelf. Forrester, IDC, and Ventana have all listed Salsify as a leader in product information management, and independent research reports rank Salsify the highest in the industry in Net Promoter Score (NPS).
For more information on Salsify's commerce experience platform, visit www.salsify.com.
About Salsify
Salsify helps brand manufacturers, distributors, and retailers in over 100 countries collaborate to win on the digital shelf. The company's Commerce Experience Management (CommerceXM) platform serves as the system of record for products, facilitates cross-team and cross-organization collaboration at scale, and provides the insights needed to optimize product pages across channels continuously. The result is shopper-centric, frictionless, and memorable commerce experiences across the world's fastest-growing Commerce Experience Management Network. Great commerce experiences that are delivered efficiently improve brand trust, amplify product differentiation and assortments, increase conversion rate, improve profit margins, and speed time to market.
Learn how the world's largest brands, including Mars, L'Oreal, Coca-Cola, Bosch, and GSK, as well as retailers and distributors such as E.Leclerc, Carrefour, Metro, and Intermarché use Salsify every day to stand out on the digital shelf. For more information, please visit www.salsify.com.
About TPG
TPG is a leading global alternative asset management firm founded in San Francisco in 1992 with $114 billion of assets under management and investment and operational teams in 12 offices globally. TPG invests across five multi-product platforms: Capital, Growth, Impact, Real Estate, and Market Solutions and our unique strategy is driven by collaboration, innovation, and inclusion. Our teams combine deep product and sector experience with broad capabilities and expertise to develop differentiated insights and add value for our fund investors, portfolio companies, management teams, and communities. For more information, visit www.tpg.com or @TPG on Twitter.
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INDIANAPOLIS — Indianapolis City-County Council’s Rules and Public Policy Committee has approved a map that may determine districts for the next 10 years. The full council will have to vote to approve the 2024 map, which could happen as early as the next council meeting on May 2.
Jenn Watts is an Indianapolis resident who got involved in the redistricting process because she thinks it’s important.
“If you're interested in community parks, or community gardens, or about parking, those decisions are made on a city county level,” she said.
Watts is one of a dozen voters who attended the committee meeting, which is the only place where public comment was heard.
Council is responsible for creating and approving the maps. Julia Vaughn, executive director of Common Cause Indiana, gives the council credit for its attempts to be open and transparent.
“They certainly made a big attempt before they drew the maps to get public input,” Vaughn said.
Before the map was drawn, the council held ten public sessions to ask residents about what they want from redistricting. Fewer than 200 people showed up across all the sessions. But now that the proposed map is public, activists are asking for more time for comment.
"I don't believe that six months is enough when it has to be on the books for ten years,” said one man at the session.
Activists also say that the map is detailed and confusing. It was released with no explanation or information. Indianapolis resident Mat Davis thinks that the council should give people information that is easier to digest.
“There should be a one-pager put out that highlights the changes,” he said.
The maps don’t have to be finalized until November, legally. However, with the public sessions run by consulting group Engaging Solutions, and contracts with outside law firm Ice Miller to draw the maps, the process has already cost $300,000.
Activists say it’s worth knowing that citizens will be equally represented in their governments.
“I'll get out to vote, but if my vote doesn't matter, if my vote doesn't count, why go out to vote?” asked Watts.
“Voters will turn out when they know that their vote is really going to matter and could decide the election. Also, representatives tend to be much more responsive when they know they can be voted out,” said Vaughn.
Council President Vop Osili says that the council has already made efforts to get public comment, council members didn’t make it, and most didn’t like the end result.
“We could probably take another two or three years and we would not satisfy countless people. Countless. At some point, we have to make the decision. This process that we followed is a fair process,” Osili said.
Vaughn and Watts were disappointed in the committee’s decision to advance the maps despite public protest.
“When politicians are creating our maps and our voting districts, that's where the power lies,” said Watts. | https://www.wrtv.com/news/local-news/indianapolis/city-county-council-committee-approves-redistricting-maps-for-full-council-vote | 2022-04-13T12:39:41 | 1 | https://www.wrtv.com/news/local-news/indianapolis/city-county-council-committee-approves-redistricting-maps-for-full-council-vote |
LONDON, April 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Elbit Systems UK and KBR Inc's joint venture, Affinity Flying Training Services Ltd (Affinity), has embarked on a series of battery-powered flight tests for the UK Ministry of Defence to assess the feasibility of environmentally friendly alternatives to current military aircraft.
The concept of trialling zero emissions aircraft, and the subsequent pathfinder, was brought to the Ministry of Defence by Elbit Systems UK through its joint venture with KBR Inc, Affinity. The introduction of this pathfinder demonstrates the company's commitment to providing innovative solutions for the UK Armed Forces and addressing the needs of the future.
In line with the Ministry of Defence's 'green' transformation, the flights aim to help the Royal Air Force (RAF) assess the technology of electric aircraft, determine its effectiveness as an impactful pilot training capability and realise the net-zero ambitions of the service's ASTRA initiative.
The flights used a fully certified two-seater pilot training aircraft, the Velis Electro. Flight and safety assurances were developed during the summer of 2021, which was organised and delivered by the team from Elbit Systems UK, through Affinity, in partnership with the Civil Aviation Authority.
The pathfinder programme was split into three phases. As part of Phase 1 in December 2021, test flights took off from Damyn's Hall, Essex, and continued into January 2022. Phase 2 commenced in March 2022, and saw the aircraft join Affinity's existing fleet at RAF Cranwell, where up to twenty additional pilots will fly the eco-friendly aircraft. Finally, Phase 3 of the flight trials will welcome senior government officials and observers.
Martin Fausset, CEO of Elbit Systems UK added: "We are delighted to be leading this exciting initiative with the Ministry of Defence. The concept of zero emissions aircraft being utilised by the RAF has always been considered hypothetical and we are proud to have proposed and delivered initial capability for this pathfinder. Elbit Systems UK has always been, and continues to be, at the forefront of advances in the Defence industry, supporting our Armed Forces as they address the requirements of tomorrow."
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NEW YORK — Police were still hunting Wednesday for the gunman who opened fire on a subway train in Brooklyn.
Tuesday morning's attack left 10 people shot and once again interrupted New York City’s long journey to post-pandemic normalcy.
The search focused partly on a man said by police to have rented a van possibly connected to the violence.
Investigators stressed they weren’t sure whether the man, Frank R. James, was responsible for the shooting.
He is only being named as a person of interest at this time.
Authorities were examining social media videos in which the 62-year-old decried the United States as a racist place awash in violence and sometimes railed against the city’s mayor, Eric Adams.
In one YouTube video uploaded Monday, James reportedly said he thought about killing people who hurt him, CNN reported.
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Elon Musk’s huge Twitter investment took a new twist Tuesday with the filing of a lawsuit alleging that the billionaire illegally delayed disclosing his big stake in the social media company so he could buy more shares at lower prices.
The complaint, by a Twitter shareholder, accuses Musk of violating a legal deadline to reveal he had accumulated a stake of at least 5%.
According to the lawsuit, Musk had 10 days to notify the Securities and Exchange Commission that his stake surpassed the threshold.
Instead, according to the complaint, Musk didn’t disclose his position in Twitter until he’d almost doubled his stake to more than 9%.
That strategy, the lawsuit alleges, hurt less wealthy investors who sold Twitter shares in the period before Musk acknowledged becoming a major shareholder.
The investment allowed Musk to become Twitter’s largest shareholder.
The announcement of the lawsuit comes after Twitter’s CEO announced that Musk would not be joining the board after all. | https://www.wrtv.com/news/national/twitter-shareholder-goes-after-musk-accuses-him-of-breaking-law-while-buying-stock | 2022-04-13T12:39:54 | 1 | https://www.wrtv.com/news/national/twitter-shareholder-goes-after-musk-accuses-him-of-breaking-law-while-buying-stock |
Enhanced Offering Delivers Employment, Identity and Education Verifications in a Single Search to Help Enable Faster, More Informed Decisions in a Competitive Hiring Market
ATLANTA, April 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Equifax® (NYSE: EFX) announced new enhancements to its Talent Report™ Express solution to help streamline pre-employment verifications for employment, identity and education, delivering all three datasets via a single inquiry in one report. The new, all-in-one solution exemplifies the type of offerings made possible through the Equifax Workforce Solutions Data Hub, which brings together multiple data assets from distinct sources in order to create a more holistic view of a candidate. In this case, the enhanced solution helps serve the fast-growing employee onboarding space, offering greater efficiencies to employers that need to get candidates into roles more quickly in a competitive hiring market.
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there were 1.6 job openings for every new hire made in February. This brings a sense of urgency for employers to quickly fill roles, but verifying a candidate's employment, education and identity can be a time consuming, manual process. Talent Report Express now offers credentialed background screeners and talent acquisition departments access to the over 535 million active and historic records from 2.5 million contributors to The Work Number® to help verify employment and identity, as well as verification of all available postsecondary degrees sourced through an exclusive integration with National Student Clearinghouse®.
"In today's extremely competitive hiring market, employers and talent acquisition professionals are looking for greater visibility into candidates in shorter periods of time. Speed is of the essence when it comes to hiring and onboarding," commented Joe Muchnick, Senior Vice President of Employer Services and Talent Solutions at Equifax Workforce Solutions. "Our enhancements to Talent Report Express help deliver on our commitment to providing the most complete verification coverage available, helping enable the faster and more informed hiring decisions our customers have come to expect."
Talent Report Express benefits both job seekers and employers by facilitating the consensual exchange of digital identity, education and employment information. Governed by the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA), employers and background screeners must demonstrate that they have a legally permissible purpose for accessing a consumer's employment and education information in order to use the offering. Additional laws at the state or local level may also govern who can access this consumer data, and Equifax follows all such laws.
The National Student Clearinghouse, as higher education's non-advocacy, third-party agent for nearly 30 years, is trusted by education institutions to maintain the integrity of student records in accordance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA). To ensure a student's consent to only verify their postsecondary degrees by the National Student Clearinghouse, clients are required to obtain a student's signed and dated written consent for the verification of their education records.
Talent Report Express is available now to employer and background screener customers. More information on pre-employment verifications from Equifax is available here, and more information on what consumers can expect and how information is accessed during employment verification in the hiring process can be found on the Equifax Newsroom.
At Equifax (NYSE: EFX), we believe knowledge drives progress. As a global data, analytics, and technology company, we play an essential role in the global economy by helping financial institutions, companies, employers, and government agencies make critical decisions with greater confidence. Our unique blend of differentiated data, analytics, and cloud technology drives insights to power decisions to move people forward. Headquartered in Atlanta and supported by more than 13,000 employees worldwide, Equifax operates or has investments in 25 countries in North America, Central and South America, Europe, and the Asia Pacific region. For more information, visit Equifax.com.
The National Student Clearinghouse, a nonprofit formed in 1993, is the trusted source for and leading provider of higher education verifications and electronic education record exchanges. Access to our verified 1st party data falls under the same data access provisions and conditions for background screeners. Besides working with nearly 3,600 postsecondary institutions, the Clearinghouse also provides thousands of high schools and districts with continuing collegiate enrollment, progression, and completion statistics on their alumni. For more details, visit studentclearinghouse.org.
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Cleaning in and around your home is a never-ending job, but it can be oh-so-satisfying. If you are fortunate enough to have a pressure washer, you know firsthand the delight of watching a dingy deck or filthy fence look almost brand new in minutes.
This powerful tool can be a versatile addition to your collection. Here are 15 jobs you might not have realized you could tackle with a pressure washer.
Strip Paint
Removing paint can be exhausting. A pressure washer can really cut the time it takes to strip paint from concrete, metal, wood and other exterior surfaces. Start with the broadest tip angle and work your way down until you find the one that works best. Then, working in sections, move in a downward sweeping motion as the color gets chipped away.
Clean Gutters
Cleaning gutters is an essential part of preparing your home for winter. With the gauge on medium-high, hold the pressure washer nozzle about 6 inches from the gutter and move back and forth to remove dirt and debris. You can also spray with a gutter-cleaning solution before you begin.
Wash Windows
When done correctly, power washing windows can be an effective way to clean them. Remove any screens and use the 40-degree nozzle to spray from the ground. Start at the top and work downward, keeping the nozzle at least 3 feet from the glass. Spray the wet glass with soap, then rinse again to wash it away.
Rescue Stranded Toys
If you have kids — or have ever been one — you know balls, Frisbees and other toys can get tangled in tree branches during play. Rather than breaking out the ladder or risking your little ones climbing up themselves, pull out the pressure washer and let it rip to loosen the tree’s grip.
If only Charlie Brown could’ve had a pressure washer when he was losing all those kites!
Freshen Car Mats
Cloth and rubber car mats collect dirt, mud and other debris from shoes and pets’ paws. First, remove the rugs from the floorboard and sweep any loose dirt away. Then, place them on a flat surface and clean them with a pressure washer. Be sure to allow them to dry completely before replacing them in your vehicle.
Scrub the Grill
Cooking out has delicious results, but it can also leave a big mess. Clean your barbeque grill with a pressure washer by disconnecting the tank or any electrical lines and removing the grates. Pretreat with a degreasing solution and then rinse the grates clean from the top down. Be careful spraying around gas hoses and connections, electrical components or heating elements.
Create Sidewalk Art
You can use a pressure washer to spray designs into sidewalks, driveways and other concrete surfaces. Then, use the tool to write messages, draw pictures and more.
Peel Potatoes
This method might not be worth the effort if you only need a few potatoes for dinner, but if you are cooking on a larger scale, it could save you a great deal of time and effort. Place the potatoes in a bucket or crate and then spray the skins away. What kind of mad genius first thought of this?
Wash Outdoor Water Features
Birdbaths, fountains and other outdoor water features can accumulate dirt, algae and droppings. After removing the water, fill it with a combination of white vinegar and clean water. Let it soak for a bit and then use low pressure to spray from a distance, moving closer with the sprayer as needed until it’s good as new.
Remove Graffiti
Begin spraying the defaced surface with low pressure about 2 feet from the surface. Then, slowly move closer until the graffiti begins to disappear. Before spraying, you may need to switch to a high-pressure spray or apply a graffiti-removal product.
Debark Wood
Removing the bark from logs can help the wood dry more quickly and prevent insect infestations. Hold the pressure washer nozzle at an angle to the wood. Once it breaks through the bark, move in a sweeping motion against the grain. Roll the log to get all sides.
Scour Lawn Equipment
Get mud and residue off your lawnmower, tiller or other outdoor equipment with a pressure washer. Disconnect the spark plug and blades when the equipment is cool (not directly after use). Remove any loose debris manually. Then, spray from the top down. Replace blades and spark plugs only after the machine is dry.
Rinse Rugs
Take your soiled area rug outside, hang it on a fence, or lay it in the driveway. Wet it down, apply detergent and then rinse the carpet back and forth with a pressure washer. Avoid this method on highly sensitive fabrics and always start at the lowest setting.
Remove Rust
With a pressure washer, you can strip rust away from some metal objects, such as tools, patio furniture or automotive parts. Applying a rust-removing solution before spraying can make the process even easier.
Sanitize Trash Cans
Outdoor trash and recycle bins can get dirty, smelly and gross, attracting unwanted pests. Pour two cups of water with one cup of vinegar and some dish soap into the can and spray just enough to make some suds. After allowing it to soak, you can use a long-handled scrub brush to remove stuck-on gunk and then spray it clean with your pressure washer.
Of course, it is crucial to put safety first when using a pressure washer. For instance, never point the stream at yourself or others. Wear shoes that protect your feet from the powerful spray and use eye covering when necessary. And always refer to the manufacturer’s instructions.
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Local Health Plan Offers Health and Wellness Support and Co-Hosts Webinar to Raise Awareness About Black Maternal Health
LONG ISLAND CITY, N.Y., April 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Fidelis Care is raising awareness about the health disparities that affect minority communities. In honor of National Minority Health Month this month, Fidelis Care shares the following guidance from Senior Medical Director, Dr. Jermel Hawkins, Jr., to help communities of color take control of their health and wellness.
- Stay Active - Regular exercise can help boost moods, contributes to maintenance of a healthy weight, and improves sleep. It also lowers risk for heart disease, stroke, and type 2 diabetes. Black and Hispanic Americans experience higher rates of diabetes, so prioritizing movement is important. It is recommended to get at least 30 minutes of moderate exercise five times a week.
- Eat Healthy - Improving eating habits can result in better health and prevent diseases. Fruits and veggies make great snacks throughout the day and give you a boost of energy. Minorities often face higher rates of elevated blood pressure and obesity - both are risk factors for cardiovascular health events like heart attacks.
- Get Regular Screenings - Regular checkups and wellness exams help increase the chances of living a longer, healthier life. Regular visits to a primary care provider and routine care and screenings can help to prevent certain medical conditions or detect them early when they are easiest to treat.
- Focus on Mental Health - Mental wellness plays a significant role in an individual's overall well-being. Supporting mental health decreases the risk of more serious health conditions such as heart attack and stroke. It's also important to get adequate sleep and practice relaxation exercises such as meditation or yoga. It's also important to talk about stressful events with a supportive person and build a list of positive coping tools.
- Get Vaccinated and Boosted - COVID-19 vaccinations, including boosters, protect communities of color from COVID-19. For information on getting your free booster shot, talk with your doctor or pharmacist – or visit vaccinefinder.org.
Black Maternal Health Webinar set for April 15
During Black Maternal Health Week, Fidelis Care will team up with Northwell Health to co-host a webinar, "Awareness and Advocacy for Better Health Outcomes." The webinar will highlight the importance of access to quality maternal health care, explore the roots of maternal mortality among Black women, and feature insights from physicians, a Nurse Care Manager from Fidelis Care's BabyCare program, and community leaders.
For more information about the Fidelis Care BabyCare program visit fideliscare.org/babycare.
"Fidelis Care remains committed to health equity and to addressing the social determinants of health that impact Black maternal health outcomes," said Dr. Vincent Marchello, Chief Medical Officer. "We are proud to partner with Northwell Health on the Black Maternal Health webinar as we collaborate to reduce racial disparities and prevent maternal deaths and complications."
The webinar is scheduled for Friday April 15 from Noon to 1 PM and registration is encouraged. To RSVP for the Black Maternal Health webinar, click here.
About Fidelis Care:
Fidelis Care is a mission-driven health plan offering quality, affordable coverage for children and adults of all ages and at all stages of life. With more than 2.4 million members statewide, Fidelis Care believes that all New Yorkers should have access to affordable, quality health insurance. Follow us on LinkedIn at linked.com/fideliscare, on Twitter at @fideliscare, Instagram at @fideliscare, and on Facebook at facebook.com/fideliscare. For more information, call Fidelis Care at 1-888-FIDELIS (1-888-343-3547) or visit fideliscare.org.
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TIMELINE: Severe weather possible Wednesday across Central Indiana
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-- Full Year Revenues of RMB400.2 million, up 13.7% year-over-year
-- Full Year Student Enrollments from Continuing Operations of 21,247, up 3.0% year-over-year
-- Total Number of School Programs from Continuing Operations of 22, up 4.8% year-over-year
BEIJING, April 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- First High-School Education Group Co., Ltd. ("First High-School Education Group" or the "Company") (NYSE: FHS), an education service provider primarily focusing on high schools in Western China, today announced its unaudited financial results for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2021.
Fiscal Year 2021 Financial and Operational Highlights – Continuing Operations
- Total revenues were RMB400.2 million (US$62.8 million), an increase of 13.7% from RMB351.9 million in 2020.
- Gross profit was RMB126.5 million (US$19.8 million), a decrease of 18.1% from RMB154.5 million in 2020.
- Income from continuing operations was RMB50.7 million (US$7.4 million), a decrease of 37.9% from RMB81.7 million in 2020.
- Net income was RMB39.9 million (US$6.3 million), a decrease of 51.3% from RMB81.9 million in 2020.
- Adjusted net income[1] (Non-GAAP) was RMB39.9 million (US$6.3 million), a decrease of 51.3% from RMB81.9 million in 2020.
- The total number of students enrolled at our school programs and public schools that we provide management services as of December 31, 2021 was 21,247, an increase of 3.0% from 20,637 as of December 31, 2020.
- The total number of school programs at our school programs and public schools that we provide management services as of December 31, 2021 was 22, an increase of 4.8% from 21 as of December 31, 2020.
CFO Comments
Mr. Tommy Zhou, Chief Financial Officer of First High-School Education Group, commented:
In 2021, under high market uncertainty and changing regulatory environment, First High-School Education Group achieved stable and high-quality development. Compared with 2020, the Company's revenue from continuing operation increased by 13.7% to RMB400.2 million. The total number of school programs from continuing operations at our school programs and public schools that we provide management services was 22, and respective student enrollments was 21,247, as of December 31, 2021. We are extremely proud of the quality of the education service we provide. For the 2021 graduation year, we grouped top in similar schools with students scored above 700 or 600, and schools with students of most increased scores from entrance to graduation in China.
The Company's fiscal year 2021 profit margin decreased comparatively with 2020, mainly due to non-recurring expenses caused by our initial public offering, and costs related with new school openings. School management must be balanced and long-time focused. We strongly believe our profitability will be greatly increased in 2022 along with the ramp-up of our new schools and overall efficiency improvements.
In 2022, the Company has three specific goals. First, the Company expects to have all the school programs currently in operation yielding improved financial results compared with last year. Second, the Company plans to open certain new high school programs and new vocational education school programs. Third, the Company plans to further extend its service offerings to fully cover the entire educational system, primarily comprising of rendering education auxiliary materials, education human resources, education logistic and boarding services, and education technology. We expect the newly established services to complement our existing school programs and yield greater profitability.
In compliance with the amended Implementation Regulations of the Law on the Promotion of Private Education of the People's Republic of China and other applicable PRC regulations, the Company has determined to cease to recognize revenues for all activities related to schools providing compulsory education and the sponsor entities after September 1, 2021 within China that are affected by the Implementation Rules, and classified such Affected Entities as discontinued operations.
The discontinued operations of the Affected Entities had certain impact on the Company's financials conditions for the year ended December 31, 2021. Loss from discontinued operations was RMB10.9 million (US$1.7 million) for the year ended December 31, 2021.
Fiscal Year 2021 Financial Results – Continuing Operations
Total Revenues
Total revenues were RMB400.2 million (US$62.8 million), an increase of 13.7% from RMB351.9 million in 2020. The increase was primarily driven by greater student enrollment due to the opening of new schools and the increased number of students enrolled in our existing schools, along with the higher tuition income and boarding fees.
Revenues from customers were RMB349.3 million (US$54.8 million), an increase of 12.4% from RMB310.6 million in 2020. The increase was primarily driven by greater student enrollment due to the opening of new schools and the increased number of students enrolled in our existing schools, along with the higher tuition income and boarding fees.
Revenues from government cooperative agreements were RMB50.9 million (US$8.0 million), an increase of 23.4% from RMB41.3 million in 2020, primarily due to increased number of publicly-sponsored students served.
Cost of revenues
Cost of revenues were RMB273.7 million (US$43.0 million), an increase of 38.7% from RMB197.4 million in 2020. The increase was primarily due to the increased staff cost from opening of new schools and enlarged curriculum coverage in arts and sports.
Gross profit
Gross profit was RMB126.5 million (US$19.8 million), a decrease of 18.1% from RMB154.5 million in 2020.
Gross margin was 31.6%, compared with 43.9% in 2020. The decreased gross margin was primarily due to the higher cost of revenues resulted from (1) increased staff costs due to increased number of employees and increased compensation level to attract more talents; and (2) increased school operating expenses, especially for new schools with relatively lower cost efficiency than our existing schools.
Net operating expenses
Net operating expenses were RMB66.0 million (US$10.4 million), an increase of 20.1% from RMB54.9 million in 2020.
- Selling and marketing expenses were RMB7.1 million (US$1.1 million), an increase of 8.6% from RMB6.5 million in 2020. The increase was primarily due to the increased expenses in brand promotion and marketing activities in relation to the opening of new schools and assertive school opening plan made in 2021.
- General and administrative expenses were RMB61.8 million (US$9.7 million), an increase of 17.4% from RMB52.7 million in 2020. The increase was primarily due to certain non-recurring expenses in relation to the Company's initial public offering in March 2021.
- Government grants were RMB2.9 million (US$0.5 million), a decrease of 31.1% from RMB4.2 million in 2020, primarily due to certain delay in payments from governments in 2021.
Income from operations
Income from operations was RMB60.5 million (US$9.5 million), a decrease of 39.2% from RMB99.6 million in 2020.
Income from continuing operations
Income from continuing operations was RMB50.7 million (US$8.0 million), a decrease of 37.9% from RMB81.7 million in 2020.
Loss from discontinued operations
Loss from discontinued operations was RMB10.9 million (US$1.7 million), compared with an income of RMB0.1 million in 2020.
Net income
Net income was RMB39.9 million (US$6.3 million), a decrease of 51.3% from RMB81.9 million in 2020.
Adjusted net income[2] (Non-GAAP)
Adjusted net income (Non-GAAP) was RMB39.9 million (US$6.3 million), a decrease of 51.3% from RMB81.9 million in 2020.
Business Outlook
For the full fiscal year 2022, the Company expects total revenues of continuing operations to be between RMB480.0 million to RMB520.0 million, representing an increase of 15% to 24% on a year- over- year basis. This outlook reflects the Company's current and preliminary views on the market and operational conditions, and the outlook ranges for fiscal year 2022 reflect a number of assumptions that are subject to change based on uncertainties.
Impact of Implementation Rules for Private Education Laws
On May 14, 2021, the State Council of the People's Republic of China promulgated the amended Implementation Regulations of the Law on the Promotion of Private Education of the People's Republic of China (中华人民共和国民办教育促进法实施条例) (the "Implementation Rules"), which became effective on September 1, 2021. The Implementation Rules prohibit social organizations and individuals from controlling private schools that provide compulsory education through, among other methods, mergers, acquisitions and contractual arrangements. Additionally, the Implementation Rules prohibit any private schools providing compulsory education from conducting transactions with its related parties. As a result, the Implementation Rules affected the Company's control over the affiliated entities providing compulsory education as well as the sponsor entities (collectively referred to as the "Affected Entities").
In compliance with the Implementation Rules and other applicable PRC regulations and based on the relevant accounting standard in accordance with U.S. GAAP, the Company has determined to cease to recognize revenues for all activities related to schools providing compulsory education and the sponsor entities after September 1, 2021 within China that are affected by the Implementation Rules, and classified such Affected Entities as discontinued operations. The discontinued operations of the Affected Entities had certain impact on the Company's financial conditions for the year ended December 31, 2021. Loss from discontinued operations was RMB10.9 million (US$1.7 million) for the year ended December 31, 2021.
There still exist uncertainties with respect to the interpretation and enforcement of the Implementation Rules. The Company will closely monitor the developments related to the Implementation Rules, and continue to assess the possible impacts on the Company and make any applicable actions to keep in compliance with the Implementation Rules and other applicable PRC regulations.
Conference Call
First High-School Education Group's management will hold an earnings conference call on Wednesday, April 13, 2022, at 8:00 AM U.S. Eastern Time (8:00 PM April 13, 2022, Beijing/Hong Kong Time). Please dial in 15 minutes before the conference is scheduled to begin using below numbers.
A telephone replay of the conference call may be accessed by phone at the following numbers until April 20, 2022.
A live and archived webcast of the conference call will be available on the Company's investors relations website at https://ir.diyi.top/
About First High-School Education Group
First High-School Education Group is an education service provider primarily focusing on high schools in Western China. The Company aspires to become a leader and innovator of private high school education in China, with the focuses on a comprehensive education management integrating education information consulting, education research project development, education talent management, education technology management, education service management, and general vocational integration development services. For more information, please visit https://ir.diyi.top/.
Non-GAAP Measure
The Company has provided in this press release financial information that has not been prepared in accordance with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles, or U.S. GAAP. The Company considers and uses one non-GAAP measure, adjusted net income, as a supplemental measure to review and assess its operating performance. Adjusted net income enables the Company's management to assess the Company's operating results without considering the impact of non-cash charges, including share-based compensation expenses, and without considering the impact of donation expenses and transaction costs in relation to previous financing activities. The Company also believes that the use of the non-GAAP measure facilitates investors' assessment of its operating performance.
The presentation of the non-GAAP financial measure is not intended to be considered in isolation or as a substitute for the financial information prepared and presented in accordance with U.S. GAAP. Adjusted net income is a non-GAAP measure. A reconciliation of the Company's most directly comparable GAAP measure to historical non-GAAP financial measure has been provided in the tables captioned "Reconciliation of GAAP to Non-GAAP Measure" included at the end of this press release, and investors are encouraged to review the reconciliation.
Exchange Rate
The Company's business is primarily conducted in China and all of the revenues are denominated in Renminbi ("RMB"). This announcement contains translations of certain RMB amounts into U.S. dollars ("USD" or "US$") at specified rates solely for the convenience of the readers. Unless otherwise noted, all translations from RMB to USD are made at the rate of RMB6.3726 to US$1.00, the exchange rate set forth in the H.10 statistical release of the Federal Reserve Board on December 30, 2021. No representation is made that the RMB amounts could have been, or could be, converted, realized or settled into US$ at that rate on December 30, 2021, or at any other rate.
Statement Regarding Preliminary Unaudited Financial Information
The unaudited financial information set out in this earnings release is preliminary and subject to potential adjustments. Adjustments to the consolidated financial statements may be identified when audit work has been performed for the Company's year-end audit, which could result in significant differences from this preliminary unaudited financial information.
Forward-Looking Statements
Statements in this press release about future expectations, plans and prospects, as well as any other statements regarding matters that are not historical facts, may constitute "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, and as defined in the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These statements include, but are not limited to, statements relating to the expected trading commencement and closing dates. The words "anticipate," "believe," "continue," "could," "estimate," "expect," "intend," "may," "plan," "potential," "predict," "project," "should," "target," "will," "would" and similar expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements, although not all forward-looking statements contain these identifying words. Actual results may differ materially from those indicated by such forward-looking statements as a result of various important factors, including: the uncertainties related to market conditions and the completion of the public offering on the anticipated terms or at all, and other factors discussed in the "Risk Factors" section of the preliminary prospectus filed with the SEC. Any forward-looking statements contained in this press release speak only as of the date hereof, and the Company specifically disclaims any obligation to update any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.
For Investor and Media Inquiries Please Contact:
First High-School Education Group
Tommy Zhou
Chief Financial Officer
E-mail: tommyzhou@dygz.com
Customer Service
E-mail: FHS_info@dygz.com
Phone: 010-62555966 (9:30-12:00, 13:30-16:00 CST)
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TROY, Mich., April 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Flagstar Bank has hired Anne Mai Bertelsen as executive vice president and head of Retail Banking. In this position, she has oversight of Branch Banking, Consumer Finance, Investment & Insurance Services and National Business Banking.
She comes to Flagstar with over 25 years of experience in financial services across marketing, product development and management. Most recently, she served as managing director of Global Banking and Payments at Accenture Interactive. In this role, she led the identification and launch of innovative products, services, technologies and operational models for various clients, including banks, payment providers and fintechs. Previously, she was the founder and president of MAi Strategies, LLC, a data-driven marketing and new product development consulting firm whose clients included Fortune 100 companies. She began her financial services career with American Express in the Consumer Card Division.
She has served as a board member of the Red Cross/Crossroads New Jersey chapter and as an innovation advisor for the White House Office of Technology.
"Anne's strong background in the transformation and innovation of product offerings, combined with her experience with fintechs, payment systems, digital services and data-driven marketing are among the many attributes she brings to Flagstar," said Reginald Davis, president of Banking for Flagstar. "Her skill set is tailor-made for our vision of how Flagstar should operate in the rapidly changing ecosystem of financial services today. We are so very fortunate to have her."
About Flagstar
Flagstar Bancorp, Inc. (NYSE: FBC) is a $25.5 billion savings and loan holding company headquartered in Troy, Mich. Flagstar Bank, FSB, provides commercial, small business, and consumer banking services through 158 branches in Michigan, Indiana, California, Wisconsin and Ohio. It also provides home loans through a wholesale network of brokers and correspondents in all 50 states, as well as 83 retail locations in 28 states. Flagstar is a leading national originator and servicer of mortgage and other consumer loans, handling payments and record keeping for $291 billion of loans representing over 1.2 million borrowers. For more information, please visit flagstar.com.
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Susan Bergesen
Flagstar Bank
(248) 312-6237
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– Signatures of non-small cell lung cancer in patients identified using Freenome's multiomics platform
SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, April 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Freenome, a privately held biotech company, announced its co-authorship of a study with Merck KGaA, Darmstadt Germany, a leading science and technology company. The companies presented data at the American Association for Cancer Research (AACR) Annual Meeting that demonstrated the combination of multiomics profiling of plasma and computational modeling may be useful in interrogating tumor and non-tumor derived signals for patients with non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC).
Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer-associated deaths in the United States. The discovery, development and validation of liquid biopsy-based clinical biomarkers help support early detection, monitoring and intervention in NSCLC patients.
Freenome's platform combines the systematic and comprehensive interrogation of both tumor and non-tumor signals with computational biology and machine learning to detect complex patterns of disease using a routine blood draw.
The study investigated the potential of plasma-derived cell-free DNA (cfDNA) and circulating proteins as biomarkers of disease prognosis in a cohort of treatment-naive ALK/EGFR wild type patients with late-stage non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC).
"This research provides even more insights on how to leverage our platform to develop more personal risk stratification to streamline patient care pathways," said Mike Nolan, chief executive officer of Freenome.
About Freenome
Freenome is a biotechnology company with a comprehensive multiomics platform for the early detection of cancer using a routine blood draw. The company combines its deep expertise in molecular biology with advanced computational biology and machine learning to detect disease-associated patterns among billions of circulating cell-free biomarkers. Freenome is headquartered in South San Francisco, California.
About Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany
Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany, a leading science and technology company, operates across healthcare, life science and electronics. Around 60,000 employees work to make a positive difference to millions of people's lives every day by creating more joyful and sustainable ways to live. From advancing gene editing technologies and discovering unique ways to treat the most challenging diseases to enabling the intelligence of devices – the company is everywhere. In 2021, Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany generated sales of € 19.7 billion in 66 countries.
Scientific exploration and responsible entrepreneurship have been key to Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany's technological and scientific advances. This is how Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany has thrived since its founding in 1668. The founding family remains the majority owner of the publicly listed company. Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany holds the global rights to the Merck name and brand. The only exceptions are the United States and Canada, where the business sectors of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany operate as EMD Serono in healthcare, MilliporeSigma in life science, and EMD Electronics.
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Goal of 100,000 Participants Within Five Years to Help Scientists Better Understand Genetic Variations in Patients with Chronic Kidney Disease
WALTHAM, Mass., April 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Fresenius Medical Care, the world's leading provider of products and services for people with advanced kidney disease, announced today that the company's Global Medical Office has launched the My Reason® campaign to promote patient enrollment in the company's kidney-focused genomics registry which was first introduced last year.
With the ambitious goal of enrolling more than 100,000 participants within five years, the campaign will help build the registry into one of the largest of its kind by making participation a standard offering to patients in Fresenius Kidney Care dialysis centers in the United States. The data collected by My Reason will serve as a critical research tool linking genomic and clinical data of chronic kidney disease (CKD) and end stage kidney disease (ESKD) participants, helping scientists better understand genetic variations in patients. Over time we believe this research will lead to more precise diagnoses and therapies that improve outcomes by individualizing care.
"My Reason will help us build a groundbreaking registry of people with advanced kidney disease from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds," said Franklin W. Maddux, MD, Global Chief Medical Officer of Fresenius Medical Care. "Pulled from such a large population of patients, when paired with existing clinical data, this data set at scale will help scientists untangle the complex interactions that lead to kidney injury and use genetic sequencing to better understand pathways of injury in kidney disease."
Both patients and their family members residing in the United States are eligible to participate in the My Reason campaign that launched at the beginning of April.
Fresenius Medical Care provides dialysis treatments to about 350,000 patients around the globe. This renal-focused genomic registry was opened in select Fresenius Kidney Care dialysis centers in January 2021. As part of its growth strategy, Fresenius Medical Care is using digital technologies and has the capability to analyze huge amounts of data to develop new forms of renal therapy and collaborate with computational experts in the genetic understanding of kidney disease.
Nephrology has been under-represented in clinical research, even as rapid progress in gene sequencing and analysis has led to advances in precision medicine and individualized care in oncology, cardiology, and other medical areas. The Global Medical Office developed the registry to help researchers unlock new genomic insights, filling a gap in large-scale phenotypic and genotypic data that had been identified as a critical need.
To learn more about the My Reason campaign and enroll in this groundbreaking initiative, please visit https://whatsyourreason.com/.
Fresenius Medical Care is the world's leading provider of products and services for individuals with renal diseases of which around 3.5 million patients worldwide regularly undergo dialysis treatment. Through its network of 4,073 dialysis clinics, Fresenius Medical Care provides dialysis treatments for 349,167 patients around the globe. Fresenius Medical Care is also the leading provider of dialysis products such as dialysis machines or dialyzers. Along with the core business, the company focuses on expanding the range of related medical services in the field of Care Coordination. Fresenius Medical Care is listed on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange (FME) and on the New York Stock Exchange (FMS).
For more information visit the company's website at www.freseniusmedicalcare.com.
Disclaimer:
This release contains forward-looking statements that are subject to various risks and uncertainties. Actual results could differ materially from those described in these forward-looking statements due to various factors, including, but not limited to, changes in business, economic and competitive conditions, legal changes, regulatory approvals, impacts related to COVID-19, results of clinical studies, foreign exchange rate fluctuations, uncertainties in litigation or investigative proceedings, and the availability of financing. These and other risks and uncertainties are detailed in Fresenius Medical Care AG & Co. KGaA's reports filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. Fresenius Medical Care AG & Co. KGaA does not undertake any responsibility to update the forward-looking statements in this release.
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Fresenius Medical Care North America
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HAIKOU, China, April 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Hainan Free Trade Port Resort Software Community ("Hainan Resort Software Community" or "the Community"), the main service station of Hainan's digital economy and internet information industry, has launched an open competition to recruit the very best talent for its crucial senior management positions. Roles on offer include a Chief Financial Officer position and eight Deputy General Managers positions in industrial investment, mergers and acquisitions, planning and design, and other fields.
The Community has opened the competition to applicants from all countries and regions in the hopes of attracting truly diverse and professional up-and-coming candidates for key senior positions. By building an international management team, the Hainan Resort Software Community is striving to internationalize its employees, promote high-quality development, and adapt to the evolving needs of Hainan Free Trade Port (FTP). Recruitment efforts have already been launched in the United States, Singapore, Hong Kong SAR, and other technological hubs.
"The Hainan Resort Software Community is a leading facility that provides unparalleled opportunities in the areas of blockchain, digital health and digital finance. We're inviting the world's top talents to help us shape the future of the digital economy, while discovering the natural beauty and comfortable lifestyle that Hainan has to offer," said Jin Li, Director of Human Resources at Hainan Resort Software Community.
Established in 2008, the Hainan Resort Software Community spans over 15.58 square kilometers. The Community was built to promote the joint development of traditional industrial parks and digitalization to accelerate the incubation of unicorn enterprises and support existing listed companies. In doing so, the Hainan Resort Software Community aims to cultivate the industrial clusters required to fuel the continued development of Hainan FTP.
Since opening, the Hainan Resort Software Community has already played a significant role in the development of China's digital and platform-based economy. In 2021, the Community's income reached nearly RMB 200 billion, and tax revenue exceeded RMB 10 billion — marking an increase of 164.6% year on year.
The digital economy is the fastest-growing and most active industry in Hainan, as well as a key driver of development for the Hainan FTP. As the main hub for Hainan to grow its digital economy industry, the Hainan Resort Software Community was designed to nurture innovation with its "one district and three industries" layout, which includes a blockchain pilot zone, digital culture and sports, digital health, and digital finance.
Most notably, the Hainan Resort Software Community was the first to establish a blockchain pilot zone within Hainan FTP and is now actively constructing China's first national blockchain pilot zone. To date, the Community has cemented itself a leader in regulated blockchain technologies, digital identification systems, and trusted business environments. It has also launched an action plan, SSC+ HAINAN (SSC+: Secure, Sharing, Compliance+), which powers innovation in digital culture, health and finance by forming tradeable service capabilities and supporting the construction of national digital service export bases.
With its stunning natural environment, convenient and comfortable living facilities, a burgeoning industrial ecology, and thoughtful community services, Hainan is a prime location for a national digital service base. Over the past 13 years, entrepreneurs and business owners have flocked to this thriving hub to develop and nurture new ideas. At present, there are more than 10,000 registered businesses operating in Hainan Resort Software Community, including tech giants such as Tencent and Baidu.
For more details, please visit: Hainan Resort Software Community Group Management Team Recruitment 2022: Vacancy Open For Various Posts
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NANPING, China, April 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Happiness Development Group Limited ("HAPP" or the "Company"), (NASDAQ: HAPP) an emerging and diversified company engaging in the business of production and sale of nutraceutical and dietary supplements, providing e-commerce sales and marketing solutions, and the sales of automobile today announced that the Company has donated RMB 200,000 worth of anti-epidemic materials such as alcohol disinfectant and RMB 30,000 worth of vegetables to Minhang District, Shanghai to battle COVID-19.
"At this difficult time, the whole society is making efforts to fight the epidemic. As a listed company, we hope to make our own contribution to this battle. This batch of materials has arrived Minhang District, we hope the epidemic will end soon," said Mr. Xuezhu Wang, CEO of the Company.
About Happiness Development Group Limited
Headquartered in Nanping, China, Happiness Development Group Limited currently has three business lines: nutraceutical and dietary supplements, e-commerce and automobile sales. The nutrition and dietary supplements business is focusing on the research, development, manufacture and marketing of various products made from Chinese herbal extracts and other ingredients. Our e-commerce business focuses on offering e-commerce solutions, including advertising and information technology services to small and medium-sized enterprises in China. We also run our online stores which carries our products of dietary supplements and other selected products sourced from the small and medium-sized enterprises in China. Our mission for the e-commerce business is to enable small and medium-sized enterprises to fully leverage the power of e-commerce to grow rapidly. Our automobile sales adopts B2B business model and is committed to optimizing the automobile supply chain by offering standardized vehicle sources on our automobile online sales platform and providing secure transaction environment, automobile procurement and financial services for automobile manufacturers. For more information, please visit: www.happ.org.cn
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Mining of Litecoin and Dogecoin Expected to Resume Shortly
VANCOUVER, British Columbia, April 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Hello Pal International Inc. ("Hello Pal" or the "Company") (CSE:HP Frankfurt:27H OTC:HLLPF), a provider of rapidly growing international live-streaming, language learning and social-crypto platform, is pleased to announce the Antminer L7 mining rigs have arrived in the United States and Australia and are currently being prepared for installation at their respective mining facilities.
As previously announced in the Company's November 18th, 2021 press release, a total of 400 mining rigs were purchased by the Company's 51% subsidiary, CPal Technology Limited, and by the Company's wholly-owned subsidiary Hello Pal Asia Limited. Whereas the Company had originally planned for all miners to be located in North America, it has arranged for 100 miners to be located in Australia in order to have increased diversification. These 100 miners have already arrived in Australia and are currently being prepared for installation in a mining facility in Melbourne.
The remaining 300 miners have also arrived in the United States, with a portion similarly awaiting installation in mining facilities located in New York State and Ohio, and another portion awaiting customs clearance before on-delivery to those facilities.
The Company expects the mining rigs to become operational in stages across the various mining facilities, with the first batch of 100 miners to commence mining in Australia sometime before the end of April 2022.
"We are excited to be able to finally resume our crypto-mining operations soon," said KL Wong, Founder and Chairman of the Company. "We expect the rewards of our mining operations to play an integral role in our upcoming social and livestreaming projects which we will be announcing in due course."
To download Hello Pal, Language Pal, Travel Pal or the proprietary Phrasebooks please visit the IOS or Android store. For information with respect to the Company or the contents of this news release, please contact the Company at (604) 683-0911 or visit the website at hellopal.com. Email inquiries can be directed to: investors@hellopal.com.
About the Hello Pal Platform
The Hello Pal Platform is a proprietary suite of mobile applications built on a user-friendly messaging interface that focus on social interaction, language learning and travel. Hello Pal, has been designed from the ground up to be easy to use and enables users' the freedom to speak in their own language regardless of the other person's language they are speaking to. Hello Pal's overriding mission is to bring the world closer together through social interaction, language learning and travel. By creating a platform where it is easy to instantly interact with others around the world and giving them the tools to communicate with each other in a joyful and fun way, we hope to do our part (however small) in fostering understanding and tolerance between all citizens of the world.
Information set forth in this news release contains forward-looking statements. These statements reflect management's current estimates, beliefs, intentions, and expectations; they are not guarantees of future performance. Hello Pal cautions that all forward-looking statements are inherently uncertain and that actual performance may be affected by a number of material factors, many of which are beyond Hello Pal's control. Such risks and uncertainties are described in Hello Pal's annual and interim financial statements available on www.sedar.com. Although Hello Pal is currently generating revenues, Hello Pal remains in the growth stage and such revenues are yet to be profitable. Accordingly, actual, and future events, conditions and results may differ materially from the estimates, beliefs, intentions, and expectations expressed or implied in the forward-looking information. Except as required under applicable securities legislation, Hello Pal undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise forward-looking information.
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Sapiens' solution powers Hollard Insure's digital strategy to create a one-stop-shop for brokers
HOLON, Israel, April 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Sapiens International Corporation, (NASDAQ: SPNS) (TASE: SPNS), a leading global provider of software solutions for the insurance industry, announced today that it has expanded its relationship with the Hollard Insurance Company (Hollard), to empower Hollard's strategic digital drive with Sapiens cloud-native, low-code DigitalSuite.
When Hollard Insure, the short-term division of the Hollard Insurance Company, was looking to modernize their technology stack, but keep the legacy back-end, they turned to Sapiens. The large-scale modernization is aimed at digitizing products and journeys through a low-code, digital front-end with strong integration capabilities. Hollard, already a long-term partner of Sapiens, with Sapiens CoreSuite for Life & Pension and Sapiens ReinsuranceMaster, chose to further leverage Sapiens' digital expertise, superior UI/UX experience and international insurance-specific best practices.
Sapiens' solutions, facilitated by Microsoft Azure's cloud technology, played a key role in Hollard's successful transformation. Sapiens DigitalSuite provided the path to low-code digital freedom they were seeking, including Sapiens Journey & Form Composer and Sapiens API Conductor (ACE).
Collaborating as one united team with Sapiens, Hollard Insure provided an Accident & Health Product solution as part of a pilot to a specific market segment, which was previously not possible. This will enable growth in the market segment, but more importantly it laid the foundational building blocks to scale the solution to other products.
"This inclusive design process working as one combined team with Sapiens will have a profound effect on Hollard Insure, not only by renewing the technology and decommissioning legacy systems, but presenting an opportunity for significant growth and sustainability," said Claus Massmann, Head of Personal Lines at Hollard Insure. "The project enables cost savings and reduces complexity and enables us to achieve our end-state architecture – with revolutionised broker engagement."
"We are excited to extend our long-term relationship with Hollard and power them forward in their journey to create a competitive edge in the digital age of insurance," said Roni Al-Dor, Sapiens President and CEO. "Our low-code solutions and business process design tools provide Hollard Insure the ability to offer a superior customer experience to their customers."
Designed exclusively for the insurance market by the industry's leading digital experts, Sapiens Journey & Form Composer are integral components of Sapiens enriched DigitalSuite, empowering business users to introduce and manage journeys without having to write code. Sapiens API Conductor (ACE) integrates with third-party systems as well as legacy, core and backend systems to extend the services insurers can digitally provide their customers and agents, enabling them to leverage the data on their systems and make API orchestration and customization simple for business users.
About Hollard
Established in 1980, the Hollard Insurance Group ("Hollard") provides Non-Life and Life insurance as well as investment products to a diverse customer base including individual consumers, commercial entities, and corporate clients. It ranks among a growing number of companies advocating an inclusive growth model, measuring its social dividends as well as its contribution to shareholders. Hollard's organisational purpose is to enable more people to create and secure a better future.
Today, with almost 4,000 passionate Hollard staff in Africa and Asia, more than four million policyholders and assets close to R50 billion, Hollard is South Africa's largest independent and privately-owned insurance group and has become an Afroglobal insurance brand, operating in eight countries across Africa and Asia. Since inception, partnership has been at the heart of its business model, with the group today boasting over 100 ventures across the insurance value chain. Each one demonstrates the Hollard belief that there is always a better way and the idea of "win-win-win", whereby Hollard, the partner and the consumer all win through this spirit of collaboration and co-creation.
The Hollard Insurance Company has offices in eight countries around the world and represented in another 21 countries, through partnerships.
About Sapiens
Sapiens International Corporation (NASDAQ and TASE: SPNS) empowers the financial sector, with a focus on insurance, to transform and become digital, innovative and agile. Backed by more than 40 years of industry expertise, Sapiens offers a complete insurance platform, with pre-integrated, low-code solutions and a cloud-first approach that accelerates customers' digital transformation. Serving more than 600 customers in 30 countries, Sapiens offers insurers across property and casualty, workers compensation and life markets the most comprehensive set of solutions, from core to complementary, including Reinsurance, Financial & Compliance, Data & Analytics, Digital and Decision Management. For more information visit www.sapiens.com or follow us on LinkedIn.
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While we believe such forward-looking statements are based on reasonable assumptions, should one or more of the underlying assumptions prove incorrect, or these risks or uncertainties materialize, our actual results may differ materially from those expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements. Please read the risks discussed under the heading "Risk Factors" in our most recent Annual Report on Form 20-F, in order to review conditions that we believe could cause actual results to differ materially from those contemplated by the forward-looking statements. You should not rely upon forward-looking statements as predictions of future events. Although we believe that the expectations reflected in the forward-looking statements are reasonable, we cannot guarantee that future results, levels of activity, performance and events and circumstances reflected in the forward-looking statements will be achieved or will occur. Except as required by law, we undertake no obligation to update publicly any forward-looking statements for any reason, to conform these statements to actual results or to changes in our expectations.
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In Honor of 420, Limited-Edition Justice For All CBD Gummy Sampler Box Features Design by Artist & Advocate Emily Eizen, Inspired by One Family's Struggles After Cannabis Conviction
MIAMI, April 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Personal wellness and CBD brand House of Wise announces the launch of a limited-edition Justice For All CBD Gummy Sampler Box — available for purchase now — in partnership with Last Prisoner Project, a nonprofit dedicated to advancing criminal justice reform for the cannabis community.
This limited-edition box features a custom design by multimedia artist and cannabis industry advocate Emily Eizen, inspired by the real-life experiences of former cannabis incarcerates Sean and Eboni Worsley. The design features a camouflage print, nodding to Sean's honorable service in the U.S. Army, including his Purple Heart award, along with broken chains, representing the immediate need for change and reform in the American criminal justice system. Each Justice For All product pack includes 12 individually wrapped CBD Gummies from House of Wise including three of each: Sleep, Stress, Sex, and Strength Gummies.
The limited-edition Justice For All CBD Gummy Sampler box retails for $75 and is now available for purchase on houseofwise.co. One hundred percent of profits from all sales of the product will go to Last Prisoner Project's Family Support Fund and the Worsley Family, providing financial support as they focus on trauma healing and rebuilding their family.
In 2016, Sean Worsley was arrested for possession of marijuana, despite his medical cannabis card and official diagnosis of PTSD and traumatic brain injury resulting from service in Iraq with the U.S. Army. At the time of arrest, both Sean and his wife, Eboni, were traveling through Alabama and charged with possession. They both spent six days in jail, with Eboni's charges being dropped and Sean being released on bail after agreeing to a plea deal that included 60 months (5 years) of probation, participation in a drug treatment program, and thousands of dollars in fines, fees, and court costs.
In compliance with the terms of his probation, once he returned home to Arizona, Sean Worsley visited his local Veterans Affairs office to take an assessment for placement in a drug treatment program. However, the VA office rejected his request, stating he "has legal documentation to support his use and therefore does not meet criteria for a substance use disorder or meet the need for substance abuse treatment." While Sean and Eboni were trying to communicate their situation to Sean's probation officer and their attorney in Alabama, Eboni lost her job, and the Worsleys soon found themselves homeless, with Eboni in need of immediate heart surgery.
Now homeless, in need of medical support for his wife, deemed inadmissible to attend a drug treatment program by the VA, and unable to pay the renewal fee for his medical marijuana card, Sean found himself and Eboni in a seemingly impossible situation.
In the eyes of the Alabama court, Sean had failed to receive drug treatment, did not maintain a permanent address, and had a new interaction with police following a traffic violation. Therefore, Sean was seen as having violated the conditions of his probation and was sentenced to five years in an Alabama state prison. Sean served time but was released in October 2020 after public outcry over his charges and story. Today, Sean and Eboni live in Phoenix, Arizona, with their daughter. They are currently working to rebuild their lives and their family and are in need of support.
Sean and Eboni Worsley's story is all too common: they were arrested, ensnared in the complexities of the criminal justice system, and victimized by the incongruency of Alabama versus Arizona law. As a result, they faced severe penalties and long-lasting repercussions to their livelihood and mental, emotional, and physical health. Desperate and in need of help, the Worsley family reached out to Last Prisoner Project for support. Through its partnership with Last Prisoner Project, House of Wise is using its platform to amplify the Worsleys' story.
"I never thought Sean could be sentenced to half a decade in a maximum security prison for possession of marijuana, an herb that is widely recognized for its therapeutic benefits. Sean spent years fighting for our country, and cannabis has been a blessing for our family and for Sean's daily wellbeing," said Eboni Worsley. "I rely on CBD to alleviate pain, as well as soothe my mind and body, from ongoing discomfort from sciatica, fibromyalgia, lingering issues from my open heart surgery, and ongoing trauma. By sharing our story, we hope to change the stigmas placed on those who use cannabis or have been incarcerated for cannabis-related convictions. We hope to destigmatize the public's view of cannabis, highlighting its holistic benefits, while ensuring those with cannabis convictions are able to secure freedom and safely reintegrate into society following their release."
"Sean and Eboni's story moved me on so many levels: I felt so angered at our entire system for being designed to ensnare a group of people into hardship. I also feel a sense of responsibility to help spark change by using my art and platform to help amplify Sean and Eboni's story. It is imperative to center criminal justice reform and a push for cannabis clemency in our discussions surrounding 4/20," said Emily Eizen. "With Sean and Eboni's guidance, I aimed to articulate their experience into visual artwork that can help their story reach more people and draw attention to the thousands of people currently behind bars for senseless, nonviolent cannabis charges."
"It is through my artwork and the sales of the limited-edition Justice For All CBD gummies that I hope more people will give CBD a try and experience how it can improve their daily wellbeing," Eizen continued. "Once they experience the benefits of cannabis products, I hope they'll understand the importance of legalizing cannabis on a federal level, starting with granting clemency to those currently serving time for cannabis-related charges."
The limited-edition packaging design is inspired by Sean Worsley's military service, which is the reason he was using medical marijuana and had it with him at the time of his arrest. The main design is inspired by traditional camouflage – a recognizable pattern – but in a refreshed and vibrant aesthetic in line with Emily Eizen's signature style. The green in the camo is emphasized with a dark outline, giving a gentle nod to the hemp and cannabis plant. The purple in the camo design represents the Purple Heart Sean was awarded after his time in Iraq. The camo pattern is thoughtfully printed in a reflective symmetry on the box similar to Rorschach inkblots, giving recognition to the need for treating and caring for mental health, in addition to physical health ailments. The back of the box features broken chains, representing the tens of thousands of people currently incarcerated for cannabis, who have been robbed of their freedom, who deserve to be free at this very moment.
Anyone can get involved and voice their support to grant freedom and clemency to thousands of Americans by signing a national petition urging the Biden Administration to deliver bold action and immediate relief through the creation of a Federal Cannabis Clemency Board. Learn more and sign the petition now.
About House of Wise
House of Wise empowers women to take control of their lives and daily routines, while working to shatter the stigmas and double standards they continue to face today. The wellness brand offers high-quality, originally formulated CBD products, empowering users to give more intention and purpose to their routines so they can take back control of their sleep, stress, strength, and sex. House of Wise features a collection of seven trusted, premium CBD products in addition to wellness products and custom merchandise. Each CBD product is specially designed and paired with additional, thoughtfully selected active ingredients to help women make the most of every day.
About Last Prisoner Project
The Last Prisoner Project (LPP) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to cannabis-related criminal justice reform. As the United States moves away from the criminalization of cannabis, giving rise to a major new industry, there remains the fundamental injustice inflicted upon those who have suffered under America's unjust policy of cannabis prohibition. Through intervention, advocacy, and awareness campaigns, the Last Prisoner Project works to redress the past and continuing harms of these inhumane and ineffective laws and policies. Visit www.lastprisonerproject.org or text FREEDOM to 24365 to donate and learn more.
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Companies can help break down barriers to meet a potentially sharp increase in consumer, investor and employee demand
Key study highlights:
- Almost half (49%) of respondents said they paid a premium—on average 59% more—for products branded as sustainable or socially responsible in the last year
- Two out of three respondents say they are more willing to apply for (67%) and accept (68%) jobs from organizations they consider to be environmentally sustainable
- Sixty-two percent of personal investors surveyed say their portfolios take environmental sustainability into account, up from 48% in 2021
ARMONK, N.Y., April 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- More than half (51%) of respondents say environmental sustainability is more important to them today than it was 12 months ago, says a new IBM (NYSE: IBM) Institute for Business Value (IBV) study. They are demonstrating its importance through their purchases, household choices, investments, employment, and travel decisions. However, they need help from companies to make the most sustainable choices.
"Consumer respondents have signaled they're willing to commit personal resources and give up conveniences to protect the planet, and we're finally seeing their aspirations and actions merge," said Sheri Hinish, global lead, IBM Consulting Sustainability Services. "But they need businesses to help break down the persistent barriers that are impeding them from making the most sustainable choices possible."
The IBM IBV study, Balancing sustainability and profitability: How businesses can protect people, planet and the bottom line, includes global insights from a survey of more than 16,000 respondents in ten countries to uncover the latest consumer and employee opinions and perspectives on environmental sustainability.
The study found that surveyed consumers' actions are starting to match their intent. Back in 2021, half of respondents said they were willing to pay a premium for a sustainable brand or products. And this year, almost the same percentage (49%) of respondents say they did pay more—an average of 59% more—for products branded as sustainable or socially responsible.
And it's not just buying goods: 77% of respondents share a desire to make more sustainable choices at home; 62% of personal investors surveyed say their portfolios now account for sustainability; two out of three respondents say they are more willing to work for organizations they consider to be environmentally sustainable; and roughly one in three respondents say environmental impact factors are now more important to them than convenience, cost, and comfort when purchasing travel.
Other key study findings include:
Consumers shop with a purpose
- On average, three in five respondents say products branded environmentally sustainable or socially responsible made up at least half of their last purchase.
- Forty-nine percent of surveyed consumers say they paid an average premium of 59% for products branded as environmentally sustainable or socially responsible.
- It's not just the wealthy who are willing to pay more for sustainability. Four out of ten respondents in the lower income bracket (two-thirds less than the median household income by country) also say they paid a premium for products that are branded as environmentally sustainable or socially responsible products.
Supporting sustainability at home can be challenging
- Three out of four (77%) of the consumers surveyed say they want to make more sustainable choices at home, but in many instances, they don't find it easy to do so. Respondents say businesses could take several actions to help them, including:
Sustainable investing matures
- Nearly two-thirds of personal investors surveyed see climate risk and sustainability as key factors that will influence the performance of their portfolios.
- Sixty-two percent of personal investors surveyed say their portfolios take environmental sustainability into account, up from 48% in 2021.
- Nearly one in four (23%) respondents made a new investment in home renewable energy generation in the last 12 months and another one in four (26%) plan to do so in the next 12 months.
- In terms of barriers to investing, money concerns, including the upfront cost (21%) and the cost over time (9%), top the list, though seven in ten respondents cite other factors as the biggest reason they haven't taken more action. Nearly two in five respondents say they don't have enough time to research and implement more sustainable investments (19%) or that the information is unclear, unavailable, or non-existent (18%).
Sustainability can be a talent advantage
- Two out of three respondents say they are more willing to apply for (67%) and accept (68%) jobs from organizations they consider to be environmentally sustainable.
- However, only 21% of respondents consider their current employers to be sustainable, which could translate to a major flight risk.
- One in three of those surveyed who changed jobs last year accepted a job with an employer they consider to be environmentally sustainable (35%); one in three respondents (34%) accepted a job offer for a role where they can directly influence environmentally sustainable outcomes.
- Roughly one in three of those surveyed who changed jobs in the last year say they accepted a lower salary to work for sustainable or socially responsible organizations. On average, they took an average pay cut of 28%.
Low carbon transportation gaining ground with consumers
- Roughly one in three consumers surveyed say environmental impact factors are now more important to them than convenience, cost, and comfort when purchasing travel.
- Electric vehicles (EVs) have made significant headway, with nearly four in ten respondents travelling by private electric car at least monthly in the last year, and more than one in three (35%) say they've either stopped using personal cars that run on gasoline or use them less due to environmental sustainability concerns.
- Many consumers are ready to make a change to EVs. Roughly four in ten of those surveyed who care deeply about the environment say their environmental concerns compelled them to reduce or eliminate travel by traditionally powered private cars and airplanes in the last year. And almost half of all travelers surveyed increased their use of EVs in the last year for the same reason.
- This shift has decreased demand for traditionally powered vehicles and airplanes by 15% and 14% respectively and increased demand for EVs by 23% in the last year among those respondents who care deeply about the environment.
"The decisions consumers make can have huge impacts on a company's bottom line, and consumers have spoken—they want more sustainable choices possible. By paving a clearer, more accessible path to responsible consumption, executives can do even more to build a sustainable future—for the planet, for their customers, and for their businesses," said Hinish.
To view the full report, visit https://www.ibm.com/thought-leadership/institute-business-value/report/2022-sustainability-consumer-research
Methodology
The IBM Institute for Business Value surveyed more than 16,000 adults globally from ten countries (Brazil, Canada, China, France, Germany, India, Mexico, Spain, United Kingdom and United States) during February 2022 to better understand consumers' opinions and perspectives on environmental sustainability.
About the IBM Institute for Business Value
For two decades, the IBM Institute for Business Value has served as the thought leadership think tank for IBM. What inspires us is producing research-backed, technology-informed strategic insights that help leaders make smarter business decisions. From our unique position at the intersection of business, technology, and society, we survey, interview, and engage with thousands of executives, consumers, and experts each year, synthesizing their perspectives into credible, inspiring, and actionable insights. To stay connected and informed, sign up to receive IBV's email newsletter at ibm.com/ibv. You can also follow @IBMIBV on Twitter or find us on LinkedIn at https://ibm.co/ibv-linkedin
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IBM External Relations
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- New Jersey Zero Emission Incentive Program (NJ ZIP) is a pilot program with a funding pool of over $44M to support small businesses in purchasing medium-duty zero-emissions vehicles
- While NJ ZIP covers a significant portion of the vehicle cost, Ideanomics is assisting small businesses in financing the remaining cost while enabling them to secure complete vehicle solutions
NEW YORK, April 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Ideanomics (NASDAQ: IDEX), a global company focused on accelerating the commercial adoption of electric vehicles (EV), is now enabling small businesses in New Jersey to procure commercial EVs. While the New Jersey Zero-Emission Incentive Program (NJ ZIP) provides significant reduction in upfront capital needed for businesses to purchase medium-duty EVs, Ideanomics is delivering operating expense (OPEX) finance solutions to small businesses to support their transition to electrification.
Administered by the New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA), NJ ZIP is a pilot voucher program with a funding pool of $44.25 million to support businesses in purchasing new, medium-duty zero-emission vehicles. This pilot is funded by the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative (RGGI) with proceeds allocated to NJEDA for the purposes of reducing harmful emissions, especially in communities disproportionately impacted by transportation emissions, and creating economic opportunity within the state. The NJ ZIP pilot is designed to cover the incremental cost of EVs compared to their gas or diesel counterparts. According to the NJEDA, over 90 percent of program applicants have been small businesses and 50 percent have been woman- or minority-owned businesses.
Ideanomics, as an independent third-party, has developed a product that will assist small businesses with financing the additional cost of such EVs, as well as enable those businesses to overcome go-to-market barriers by offering a wide range of solutions for commercial electrification.
Headquartered in the New York metro area, Ideanomics uniquely understands the holistic needs of business owners in the area, from both a capital and vehicle perspective. In addition to financial support, Ideanomics can provide small businesses with support to procure vehicles, charging infrastructure, and a wide range of commercial electrification solutions.
"Programs like NJ ZIP empower businesses to access and take advantage of zero-emission vehicles who would ordinarily be unable to afford transitioning to an electric fleet," said Anthony Orantes, President of Ideanomics Capital. "We are thrilled to offer additional support to businesses participating in NJEDA's pilot program as they look to make meaningful change in underserved communities under Governor Murphy's vision for a greener New Jersey. We look forward to assisting small businesses in our own backyard by supporting their transition to e-mobility as we continue to invest in programs that transform the industry."
This is one of the first financing solutions Ideanomics is bringing to market. With challenges such as high upfront cost and lack of readily-available capital hindering the transition to an electric vehicle fleet, Ideanomics delivers innovative financing solutions by turning capital expenditures (CAPEX) to OPEX, which enables fleet operators to capture the favorable Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) of electric vehicles compared to traditional Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) vehicles.
Financing through Ideanomics enables access to solutions that support the transition to commercial electrification, including Vehicles as a Service (VaaS), Charging as a Service (CaaS) and infrastructure and project financing.
"As a small business owner based in Orange, NJ, I wanted to invest in additional work vans to meet the needs of my growing business, but transitioning to an electric fleet is typically cost-prohibitive for new construction businesses like mine," said Jessie Phillip, CEO of JP2018 LLC, a property renovation and investment firm. "Ideanomics' holistic approach to complete commercial electrification solutions through innovative technology and financing has not only made e-mobility accessible for JP2018, but it also provided my business with an unparalleled customer experience compared to working through a traditional commercial bank."
Ideanomics recently announced its plans to open a new state-of-the-art EV Experience Center in New Jersey. The facility, expected to be operational by the end of 2022, will support product development and scalable production of new and existing products across its range of electrification solutions. The facility will be approximately 48,500 square feet, including over 4,000 square feet dedicated to showroom space. The introduction of Ideanomics' state-of-the-art facility is expected to bring between 75 and 100 jobs to the state of New Jersey in executive leadership, commercial development, energy services, engineering, supply chain and logistics over the next three years.
For more information and news on Ideanomics and its operating companies, please visit https://ideanomics.com.
Ideanomics (NASDAQ: IDEX) is a global group with a simple mission: to accelerate the commercial adoption of electric vehicles. By bringing together vehicles and charging technology with design, implementation, and financial services, we provide the completeness of solutions needed for the commercial world to commit to an EV future. To keep up with Ideanomics, please follow the company on social @ideanomicshq or visit https://ideanomics.com.
Contacts:
Ideanomics, Inc.
Tony Sklar, SVP of Investor Relations
ir@ideanomics.com
Susan Donahue
Skyya PR for Ideanomics
susan.donahue@skyya.com
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PITTSBURGH, April 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- indi today announced the launch of a digital debit card for all indi users. indi offers an easy-to-use banking app designed for the unique financial needs of gig workers. The company's mission is to empower freelancers, contractors, self-employed workers, and the companies that support them, with technologies to simplify their financial lives.
A digital debit card will be instantly available to all users after being approved for an account. With this feature, users who receive instant payments from partners of indi can also access the money in their indi account quickly and easily. indi and its partners are committed to helping people find work easily, earn more money, and access their income within a seamless, mobile experience. Launching a digital debit card is a big step towards making this goal a reality for more workers.
With the digital debit card feature, users can instantly and securely:
- Make purchases using their Apple Pay and Google Pay mobile wallet.
- Shop online at their favorite stores.
- Access debit card information while waiting to receive a physical card in the mail.
Digital debit cards also provide convenience to users who may be waiting for replacement cards. They can continue to view card details in the mobile app and make purchases online while they wait for their replacement card.
"Allowing workers to activate a digital debit card immediately after being approved for an indi account makes banking on the go, accessing funds, and building healthy financial habits easier than ever," says Chris Yates, General Manager of indi.
About indi
indi is digital banking designed for independent workers. It includes an FDIC-insured prepaid account, debit card, and mobile app to allow contractors to easily deposit and save money for quarterly taxes, make purchases, and track expenses to maximize tax deductions. indi is provided by numo, a fintech incubator and independent subsidiary of The PNC Financial Services Group, Inc., and PNC Bank, N.A., the issuer of the indi debit card. Funds for indi accounts are held at PNC Bank, N.A. Member FDIC.
For more information, visit https://goindi.com/.
Contact
Chris Yates, indi General Manager
chris.yates@numo.com
indi is a registered mark of numo llc. PNC Bank is a registered mark of The PNC Financial Services Group, Inc. numo is a service mark of The PNC Financial Services Group, Inc.
Apple Pay is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. Google Pay is a trademark of Google LLC.
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NEW YORK, April 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- All In Together, the leading non-partisan women's civic education nonprofit organization announced that Isabel González Whitaker will be joining as Chief Operating Officer effective immediately. Isabel will help accelerate the growth and impact of AIT's mission to create a truly representative democracy, informed by the participation of women at all levels of government.
Isabel joins AIT from St. Jude Children's Research Hospital where she led executive strategic communications and global media efforts including 2021's historic orbital space mission.
A sought-after journalist and editor, Isabel spent two decades at the top of premiere content brands and contributing to national outlets. In 2018, Isabel founded the only park named for a Latino in Georgia, the award-winning Sara J. González Memorial Park, which exists to improve community outcomes. Isabel is an Encore.org Senior Fellow and a Presidential Leadership Scholar.
"As All In Together expands its services during a crucial time in our country's pursuit of sustained and representative democracy, Isabel will bring value with grassroots and executive experience as well as a record leading partnerships, media and community mobilization, " said CEO Lauren Leader.
"I'm honored to join AIT as it inspires and uplifts women across the country in service to an inclusive democracy," said Isabel, who is first-generation Cuban American. "I know firsthand the importance of fair and equal representation in government and I'm excited for the progress we work to accelerate."
About AIT:
All In Together is a non-partisan nonprofit organization dedicated to women's civic leadership.
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BLOOMFIELD HILLS, Mich., April 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- For the second consecutive year, Forbes ranked Jeffrey Fratarcangeli, managing principal of Fratarcangeli Wealth Management of Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network, the No. 1 Best-In-State Wealth Advisor in Michigan for Private Wealth.
SHOOK Research develops the annual Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisor list1 based on an algorithm of qualitative criteria gained through telephone, virtual and in-person due diligence interviews, and quantitative data. Forbes received 34,925 nominations, an increase of more than 2,000 year-over-year. To be considered, advisors must have a minimum of seven years of experience, and the algorithm weighs factors such as revenue trends, assets under management, compliance records, industry experience and those that encompass best practices in their approach to working with clients.
"Building long-lasting, meaningful relationships with our clients is the foundation of our practice, not individual transactions," said Fratarcangeli. "These relationships, coupled with the dedication of our team, have fueled the growth of Fratarcangeli Wealth Management, but more importantly, they have allowed us to help our clients achieve their investment goals with sound financial strategies."
Fratarcangeli has more than 25 years of experience and has consistently been recognized among the top wealth advisors in the country. Most recently, Fratarcangeli was ranked No. 63 on Forbes' 2021 America's Top 250 Wealth Advisors2 list, up six spots from the previous year, and Barron's ranked Fratarcangeli 23rd in its Top Independent Advisors3 list, which includes the top 100 advisors in the U.S.
Fratarcangeli manages more than $2.85 billion as of April 1, 2022, a more than 100% increase since 2018. The practice, comprised of 21 professionals, has four offices across the U.S. and services high net-worth families, athletes and entertainers, publicly traded companies, foundations, government agencies, and many other entities. To learn more about Jeffrey Fratarcangeli and Fratarcangeli Wealth Management, visit www.fratarcangeliwealth.com or call 248.385.5050.
About Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network
For 20 years, Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network, the independent brokerage arm of Wells Fargo & Company, has simplified independence by partnering with successful financial advisors and fostering a mutual passion for doing what's right for clients. Investment products and services are offered through Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network, LLC, Member SIPC, a registered broker-dealer and non-bank affiliate of Wells Fargo & Company. www.wfafinet.com.
Fratarcangeli Wealth Management is a separate entity from Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network.
1 The Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Advisors ranking algorithm is based on industry experience, interviews, compliance records, assets under management, revenue and other criteria by SHOOK Research, LLC, which does not receive compensation from the advisors or their firms in exchange for placement on a ranking. Investment performance is not a criterion. High Net Worth designates advisors whose account sizes are typically under $5mm, though may have accounts with higher amounts. Private Wealth designates advisors whose account sizes are typically $5mm and above, though may have accounts with lower amounts.
2 The Forbes America's Top 250 Wealth Advisors ranking algorithm is based on industry experience, interviews, compliance records, assets under management, revenue and other criteria by SHOOK Research, LLC, which does not receive compensation from the advisors or their firms in exchange for placement on a ranking. Investment performance is not a criterion.
3 The Barron's Top 1,200 Advisors rankings are based on data provided by thousands of advisors. Factors included in the rankings were assets under management, revenue produced for the firm, regulatory record, length of service, quality of practice and client retention.
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The second annual report from Kalderos leverages industry research and internal data to present a holistic perspective on the consequences of pharma's "known unknowns"
CHICAGO, April 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Health tech company Kalderos, maker of a data-driven platform for Drug Discount Management, today released its 2022 annual report, outlining a vision for tech-enabled platform solutions to better serve patients.
In its second year, the Kalderos annual report illuminates how systemic data gaps have undermined efforts to make prescription drugs more affordable and explains why these data gaps challenge every healthcare stakeholder.
"Our second annual report discusses a topic that's of the highest importance to us at Kalderos: how better data unites stakeholders to solve systemic challenges and ultimately make the healthcare system work more effectively for patients," said Kalderos CEO Brent Dover. "As we rapidly scale our platform for Drug Discount Management, our report highlights the need for accurate data and technological infrastructure to enable collaborative problem-solving."
The Kalderos 2022 annual report identifies a number of challenges that contribute to high drug prices and suggests opportunities to overcome them. Leveraging internal data and comprehensive industry research and analysis, the report discusses:
- How the pervasive absence of key data continues to add cost and complexity to a system that has been hindered by a lack of transparency
- The impact that data gaps have on each healthcare stakeholder, including drug manufacturers, providers, payers and patients
- How lack of actionable data thwarts policymakers' efforts to make prescription drugs more affordable
The report leverages Kalderos' internal and proprietary data to take a closer look at one data gap in particular – the unknown extent and impact of noncompliant discounts. The Kalderos platform contains the nation's largest confirmed dataset of duplicate discounts between Medicaid and the 340B Drug Pricing Program, enabling unique analysis.
This year's report includes an updated projection for the total number of duplicate discounts for 2020, in which the cost of these duplicate discounts – which are prohibited by law – reached at least $1.3 billion to $2.1 billion, an increase of approximately 35% over 2019.
The 2022 Kalderos annual report also uses data to illuminate the variability of an individual drug manufacturer's exposure to noncompliance. Taking an aggregate of multiple drug manufacturers, Kalderos' tech-enabled, data-driven approach identified nearly 10 times as much noncompliance as manufacturers' existing methods.
"When we founded Kalderos, we wanted to leverage a totally unique approach to Drug Discount Management, and it's empowering to see the impact we've had on the industry to date," said Jeremy Docken, founder and chief strategy officer for Kalderos. "Our second annual report represents another milestone in our company's journey, and we look forward to new opportunities moving forward."
Kalderos experienced accelerated growth in 2021, including a 200% increase in customers and a 300% increase in revenue. The company also deepened its focus on operations and commercialization, building teams and implementing processes to accelerate further this year.
In February, Built In chose Kalderos as one of "22 Chicago startups to watch in 2022." Also in February, the company named seasoned health tech executive Brent Dover as its new Chief Executive Officer.
Entitled "Conquering the 'Great Unknown': Connecting the data gaps that keep us from knowing the true price of drugs," Kalderos' second annual report is available now in web and PDF versions.
About Kalderos
Kalderos created the world's first Drug Discount Management platform, which uses sophisticated models and machine learning to resolve noncompliance issues in drug discount programs. The company's solutions include Discount Monitoring, which leverages a predictive model to identify and resolve historical instances of noncompliance, and 340B Pay, the first real-time solution for drug discount effectuation, which allows providers of any size to request 340B rebates and manufacturers to verify and pay them through a third party payment partner. Based in Chicago, Kalderos was founded in 2016 by a team dedicated to reducing inefficiencies in the U.S. healthcare system, empowering everyone to focus on the health of people. More information can be found at www.kalderos.com.
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KnowBe4 releases Q1 2022 global phishing report
TAMPA BAY, FL, April 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- KnowBe4, the provider of the world's largest security awareness training and simulated phishing platform, today announced the results of its Q1 2022 top-clicked phishing report.
"In our latest quarterly phishing report, we found that holiday-themed emails were the most tempting for employees to click on," said Stu Sjouwerman, CEO, KnowBe4. "HR-related messages such as a change in the schedule for the holidays likely piqued interest from employees to see if they would receive an extra day off or shortened work schedule due to the holidays. It is important to remember that cybercriminals utilize various tactics such as preying on people's emotions when executing their malicious scams. Remaining vigilant and adopting a heightened sense of suspicion around emails that trigger an emotional response can end up preventing a detrimental cybersecurity attack."
- HR: Change in Holiday Schedule
- Someone special sent you a Valentine's Day ecard!
- St. Patrick's Day: Employee Behavior/Company Policies
- Our Valentine's Day Gift To You
- Starbucks: Happy Holidays! Have a drink on us.
- Business
- Online Services
- Human Resources
- IT
- Coronavirus/COVID-19 Phishing
- Banking and Finance
- Phishing for Sensitive Information
- Mail Notifications
- Social Networking
- Current Events
Top phishing email subjects were broken out, comparing those in the U.S. to those in Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA). In Q1 2022, KnowBe4 examined tens of thousands of email subject lines from simulated phishing tests. The organization also reviewed 'in-the-wild' email subject lines that show actual emails users received and reported to their IT departments as suspicious. The results are below.
The U.S.
- HR: New requirements tracking Covid vaccinations
- Password Check Required Immediately
- HR: Vacation Policy Update
- HR: Important: Dress Code Changes
- Acknowledge Your Appraisal
EMEA
- Authorize Pending Transaction on your Wallet
- HR: Registration for COVID-19 Study
- IT: End of Year Password Policy
- HR: Code of Conduct
- Your Benefit Account Has Been Updated
*Capitalization and spelling are as they were in the phishing test subject line.
**Email subject lines are a combination of both simulated phishing templates created by KnowBe4 for clients, and custom tests designed by KnowBe4 customers.
- IT: Software Update
- Google Forms: Your Voice Engagement Survey
- Zoom: You missed a Zoom meeting
- Project Notice
- Dropbox: Updates about your account
*Capitalization and spelling are as they were in the phishing test subject line.
**In-the-wild email subject lines represent actual emails users received and reported to their IT departments as suspicious. They are not simulated phishing test emails.
For more information on KnowBe4, visit www.knowbe4.com.
About KnowBe4
KnowBe4, the provider of the world's largest security awareness training and simulated phishing platform, is used by more than 47,000 organizations around the globe. Founded by IT and data security specialist, Stu Sjouwerman, KnowBe4 helps organizations address the human element of security by raising awareness about ransomware, CEO fraud, and other social engineering tactics through a new-school approach to awareness training on security. Kevin Mitnick, an internationally recognized cybersecurity specialist and KnowBe4's Chief Hacking Officer, helped design the KnowBe4 training based on his well-documented social engineering tactics. Tens of thousands of organizations rely on KnowBe4 to mobilize their end users as their last line of defense.
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Amanda Tarantino
Public Relations Officer
KnowBe4
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-Just in Time for Earth Day and Perfect for Easter Baskets-
NORRISTOWN, Pa., April 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Crazy Aaron's, known for its award-winning Thinking Putty, takes sensory play to the next level with Land of Dough, the world's most eco-friendly dough on the planet. Handcrafted on Main Street USA in Crazy Aaron's wind-powered facility, Land of Dough uses only natural colors, ethically sourced ingredients, compostable glitter, and eco-friendly packaging, making it a perfect toy for every Easter basket.
"Parents will feel good knowing that beautiful, quality play dough doesn't have to be make-believe," says Aaron Muderick, Founder and Executive Chairman of Crazy Aaron's. "Every cup is handcrafted using nothing but the highest quality ingredients, so parents can feel good about it – and kids will love the fun designs and sensory play that our dough has to offer."
A variety of Land of Dough cups feature multi-layered designs, so children can dig through fun surprises. Kids can select from fun themes such as, Planet Earth and Over the Rainbow. The line has grown to include new products like Magic Wish and Party Streamers Glitter Rolls. Additionally, kids can continue the fun with Land of Dough wood play tools included in the Rolling Patterns and Learning Numbers Kits.
Muderick adds, "Compounds like Land of Dough are beneficial for kids. Not only does it offer a fun, tactile experience, it also encourages independent play, and promotes fine motor skills."
The Land of Dough collection is perfectly aged for kids ages three and up and can be found at www.landofdough.com. Pricing ranges from $5 - $25 and is a great addition to every Easter basket.
About Crazy Aaron's
A world leader and innovative company in creative play, Crazy Aaron's has been making genuine Thinking Putty® since 1998. Founder, Crazy Aaron, has continued to trailblaze within the toy industry by establishing new product lines and brands to inspire curiosity and wonder to people of all ages! Known for creating the best putty on earth, Crazy Aaron's has also reinvented a childhood classic with Land of Dough®. Land of Dough® is play dough reimagined! Handcrafted from natural ingredients and considered the most sustainable dough on the planet. All Crazy Aaron's products are made with safe, nontoxic, top-quality materials and ingredients right on Main Street, USA in Norristown, PA. To learn more visit www.crazyaarons.com or follow us on social media @thinkingputty and @landofdough.
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Industry veterans Phil Ritchey and Sam Scott join Lasso's senior leadership team to expedite digital transformation across the healthcare ecosystem.
AUSTIN, Texas, April 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Lasso (lassoplatform.io), the world's first and only omnichannel platform for healthcare marketing and analytics, has appointed digital health veterans Phil Ritchey and Sam Scott as Senior Vice President of Sales and Strategy, respectively. Ritchey and Scott will be tasked with expanding the adoption of Lasso's best-in-class solutions far beyond pharma to benefit healthcare marketers of all shapes and sizes.
Both Ritchey and Scott bring a wealth of experience to their new roles at Lasso. Most recently, they served on the leadership team at DarioHealth Corp, one of the most comprehensive digital therapeutics platforms on the market. At Dario, they were responsible for designing and executing a go-to-market strategy to help Health Systems and Providers more intelligently address their patients' chronic diseases using digital tools. Before joining DarioHealth Corp, they both held SVP roles at PatientPoint, where they founded and grew the Enterprise Health System division from zero to hundreds of clients. Previously, Ritchey led digital innovation at Everyday Health Inc.
Since late 2019, Lasso has been leading the charge on omnichannel healthcare marketing and continues to be the only true end-to-end platform. The addition of Ritchey and Scott to Lasso's leadership team is the most recent in a series of strategic moves the company has made to prioritize its continued support of digital transformation in all healthcare segments.
"Lasso was the first to market with a comprehensive operating system for marketers in the pharma industry," said Eric Shih, Chief Growth Officer at Lasso. "Our clients have reaped the benefits of the efficiency and accuracy of our unique methodology and integrated platform. The combination of technology and identity solutions is more important than ever for all healthcare marketers. I'm honored to have both Phil and Sam on board to help bring our vision to every brand, regardless of vertical."
"Lasso is uniquely positioned to drive growth and act as a strategic partner for all healthcare sectors," said Ritchey. "Digital therapeutics, health plans, medical devices, and health systems need to engage healthcare consumers and healthcare professionals to accomplish their growth objectives. I am proud to be a part of the Lasso family and look forward to unleashing the power of Lasso on behalf of these partners."
"Lasso's highly advanced strategic growth platform is the leader in the health and wellness martech industry," said Scott. "I am extremely excited to join the ultra-talented Lasso team to lead strategy in our expansive health verticals."
About Lasso
Lasso is the world's first and only omnichannel healthcare marketing and analytics platform that allows you to plan, activate, and measure your HCP and DTC campaigns across programmatic, social, email, and connected TV — all in one place. Lasso has offices in New York, NY and Austin, TX. Visit us at lassoplatform.io to learn more.
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AMSTERDAM, April 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --
Dear VEON stakeholder,
I am writing you today to highlight the strategic progress we are making across our operations, as well as provide updates on a number of key issues for our Group.
Liquidity and capital markets
We continue to prioritize maintaining the Group's healthy liquidity. Our cash position at HQ level currently stands at around US$1.3 billion, which is deposited with international banks and fully accessible. In addition, around US$700 million remains available to VEON as part of a committed revolving credit facility, underwritten by a group of diversified lenders headquartered in the United States, Europe and Asia. VEON has no further material debt maturities at HQ level for the rest of 2022.
Besides this HQ liquidity, our operating companies currently have a total cash position equivalent to over US$500 million. Considering the self-sufficient nature of each of our operating subsidiaries, VEON is well placed to weather the complex market conditions we currently face.
VEON shares continue to trade on Nasdaq and on Euronext. Their market turnover in March was equal to more than two times our free float. Understandably, the price of VEON's shares has been impacted significantly by the deterioration in the geopolitical environment. While the price of our ADRs has recovered from the closing price low of US$0.26/share, it remains below the US$1/share minimum required by Nasdaq. As a result, VEON was notified on April 7, 2022 that the Company no longer meets the exchange's Listing Rules, based on the closing bid price for the last 30 consecutive business days. These rules do provide for the resolution of the matter, should the closing bid price of the Company's security be at least US$1 for a minimum of ten consecutive business days at any time during the 180-day period following the notification. Further extensions and other options will be available. As and when the current geopolitical volatility subsides, I am confident that VEON's share price will better reflect fair value.
Committed to connectivity
We provide connectivity, access to information and other vital digital services to 220 million customers across nine countries. One third of VEON's customers are in Ukraine and Russia, where they are supported by 33,000 employees. Our top priority is to protect the safety and well-being of these employees and their families while they work hard to ensure that our subscribers can stay connected and access what is an essential humanitarian service.
The outstanding job done by Kyivstar in maintaining connectivity and supporting its customers has been covered extensively,including in this article by Reuters. I want to applaud once again the extraordinary dedication of our team, who have worked tirelessly to keep the people of Ukraine connected, informed and safe. Kyivstar's technicians are currently repairing equipment in areas of the country that are now safe to enter, and 91% of all transmission sites are now operational.
To maintain our high standards of service in Ukraine, Kyivstar's team have also overseen the construction of 121 new base stations in the western part of the country. Furthermore, to ensure essential connectivity in these challenging and unpredictable conditions, we are growing our partnership with Starlink.
Kyivstar continues to serve its customers with roam like home – for free, which enables about 2 million subscribers to remain connected without additional roaming fees as they take refuge in European countries.
Our core mission of providing customers with connectivity, access to information and other vital digital services applies to all of our markets. The humanitarian need for connectivity is as important as other basic needs such as food, water, shelter and health care.
In Russia we are facing a new and challenging economic environment. The quality of our network remains a key focus, and Beeline continues to launch VoLTE in new regions, to build new LTE base stations and to progress in the fiberization of its transport infrastructure. While the pace of these developments has somewhat decelerated due to the current context, Beeline is proactively addressing market-wide component availability issues through cooperation with other major domestic telecom operators, building new supply chains and introducing flexible sourcing. Beeline's extensive 4G roll-out over the previous two years has proven vitally important, and I am pleased to note that the company's NPS trends continue improving, especially in Moscow.
Continued growth across our footprint
Among other key developments from our operating companies, I would like to highlight:
- In Pakistan, Jazz's growing 4G penetration and digital services continue to contribute to customer loyalty, engagement and value generation, while enabling the broader digital transformation of Pakistan. For example, Jazz continues to support its B2B partners, including with a new cloud platform Garaj, which provides virtualized IT services to enterprises, including start-ups. I am also pleased to welcome Atyab Tahir as new CEO of JazzCash, the number one mobile banking services provider in the country that recently applied for a digital retail banking license.
- I recently visited our operations in Bangladesh and was impressed by the scale, scope and ambitions of our subsidiary Banglalink, the consistent winner of the Ookla 4G speed test over the last 2 years that recently purchased 40Mhz of 2300-band spectrum. This move doubles its frequency holding and ensures faster internet speeds and high-quality digital services for its almost 38 million customers. Banglalink is also expanding its digital experience offering beyond the significant success of Toffee, the top entertainment app in the country. In March the operator launched Bangladesh's first digital health aggregator Health Hub, which helps to make healthcare more affordable and accessible for millions of Bangladeshis.
- I also visited Uzbekistan at the end of March and was delighted to see the turnaround being achieved by Beeline, which reported double digit growth in the last two quarters of 2021. With Sherzod Shermatov, Minister for Development of Information Technologies and Communications, we jointly inaugurated a new 'hyper-speed' channel rolled out by Beeline to connect the two main cities of Tashkent and Samarkand at a speed of 600 Gbps. Building on these and other investments, Beeline continues to serve its customers with an exciting portfolio of offers, including their first digital operator service, which launched in March.
- I was with my team in Algeria last week. Our leading mobile operator Djezzy has had a strong start to the year, after delivering a good performance in 2021. The latest release of the Djezzy app includes new e-payment and subscription options as well as extended content access, stepping up the digital operator profile of the company. At the same time, the put exercise process is moving ahead well and we are currently in constructive dialogue with our partner to complete the transaction. Throughout this process, we remain committed to the stability of the company as well as its continued positive business performance.
A global telco operator with the highest governance standards
VEON is a global telecoms group, providing customers in 9 countries essential connectivity as well as digital services ranging from entertainment to healthcare and banking. We remain committed to generating value for all our stakeholders and maintaining the highest level of governance, transparency and compliance. In this context, let me also once again welcome Michiel Soeting, former global lead partner from KPMG, who joined the VEON Board as a non-executive director and Chairman of the Audit & Risk Committee effective March 16, 2022.
As per our last update on March 15th, VEON is not the subject of any sanctions imposed by the European Union, the United States or the United Kingdom, and our counterparties' ability to continue to do business with us has not been impacted by these measures. The international community understands our position as an essential service provider, with regulators outlining their commitment to support sectors essential to humanitarian activities that support the flow of information and access to the internet.
I will continue to keep you updated, and your feedback is most welcome. Should you have any questions on the topics covered in this letter, or other matters related to VEON, please do contact our IR team via ir@veon.com. Thank you for your continued trust in our company.
Kaan Terzioğlu – VEON Chief Executive Officer
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The partnership is aimed to accelerate the introduction of series production solutions of high-resolution LiDAR for the Chinese market based on InnovizTwo
BEIJING and TEL AVIV, Israel, April 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- LiDAR system supplier LiangDao Intelligence and Innoviz Technologies (Nasdaq: INVZ), a leading LiDAR company, announced that they have signed a strategic partnership.
The partnership will focus on deep collaboration and exploration of the customization of Innoviz's LiDAR solutions for OEMs in the Chinese region, the development of perception solutions, and validation and data collection to accelerate the introduction of series production solutions of high-resolution LiDAR for the Chinese market, based on InnovizTwo.
As a full-stack service provider of series-production vehicle LiDAR system, LiangDao Intelligence has been deeply engaged in the LiDAR space for many years. The company's core technical team participated in the software series production development for the series production launch of Scala, the world's first LiDAR in Audi A8 models. In 2019, LiangDao Intelligence took part in the world's first pure solid-state LiDAR series production project. With a deep understanding of the autonomous driving needs of Chinese and global automotive customers, LiangDao Intelligence has a leading international vision and extensive experience in series production project implementation.
A leading supplier of high-performance automotive grade LiDAR sensors, Innoviz Technologies develops LiDAR solutions with superior performance and has the capability of series production of LiDAR products for many applications. In 2018, BMW chose Innoviz's solid-state LiDAR sensor, InnovizOne, sourced and manufactured by Magna International, as its LiDAR for series production. Innoviz Technologies unveiled the B-prototype of its new generation LiDAR, InnovizTwo, at CES 2022. InnovizTwo is intended to deliver a 30x performance improvement and a 70% cost reduction compared to the InnovizOne.
Last month, Innoviz officially launched its subsidiary in China, Innoviz Shanghai Technologies Ltd. (Chinese: 应诺维思(上海)科技贸易有限公司, which follows 3.5 years of Innoviz operations in China. The new company will continue to be headed by Ms. Rosana Su.
"We are happy to bring the most reliable and highest-resolution LiDAR to the Chinese market, paired with our new partner LiangDao Intelligence" said Omer Keilaf, CEO and co-founder of Innoviz. "We are impressed by LiangDao's many years of experience and the distinguished projects their teams have been involved with. We appreciate their unique understanding of the automotive LIDAR market in China and look forward to jointly accelerating the introduction of mutual series production solutions of our high-resolution LiDAR for the Chinese market."
Dr. Xueming Ju, CEO of LiangDao Intelligence, said, "Innoviz Technologies is the industry leader in high-performance LiDAR sensors and sensing solutions, and its new LiDAR products are highly competitive in terms of performance and cost." In this cooperation, LiangDao Intelligence will leverage its Tier 1 capability as the system supplier and integrate Innoviz's strong technical strength to deliver a new generation of LiDAR system solutions to serve Chinese automotive industry customers by meeting the distinct regional requirements of autonomous driving in the Chinese market.
"The partnership between LiangDao Intelligence and Innoviz Technologies has been a long time coming, with the two companies' relationship starting back in Germany in 2018. Innoviz is not only a leader in LiDAR technology, but also a rigorous product deliverer. Innoviz shares the same values as LiangDao Intelligence, and I am looking forward to the future collaboration," Dr. Shengguang Lei, CTO of LiangDao Intelligence said.
In the next step, both parties will work together to deepen their cooperation and exploration to build a complete LiDAR hardware assembly line and supply chain system in China to accelerate the commercialization process of high-level autonomous driving.
About LiangDao Intelligence
LiangDao Intelligence is a global leading system provider of LiDAR sensors, providing industry customers with a full stack of LiDAR sensing systems, including automotive-grade LiDAR hardware, perception software, testing and validation and data services. Together with our industry partners, LiangDao Intelligence is dedicated to applying LiDAR systems to a wide range of applications in automotive and transportation, using reliable technology and products to ensure the safety of future mobility.
As an Innovator Top 100 company, LiangDao Intelligence has the advantages of Sino-German innovation. LiangDao Intelligence's customer base includes well-respected global automotive OEMs, well-known international automotive component companies, and leading Chinese technology companies in the field of autonomous driving.
About Innoviz Technologies
Innoviz is a global leader in LiDAR technology, working towards a future with safe autonomous vehicles on the world's roads. Innoviz's LiDAR and perception software "see" better than a human driver and reduce the possibility of error, meeting the automotive industry's strictest expectations for performance and safety. Operating across the U.S., Europe, and Asia, Innoviz has been elected both by an internationally-recognized premium car brand for use in consumer vehicles as well as by other commercial and industrial leaders for a wide range of use cases. For more information, visit www.innoviz.tech.
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This announcement contains certain forward-looking statements within the meaning of the federal securities laws, including statements regarding the services offered by Innoviz, the anticipated technological capability of Innoviz's products, the markets in which Innoviz operates and Innoviz's projected future results. These forward-looking statements generally are identified by the words "believe," "project," "expect," "anticipate," "estimate," "intend," "strategy," "future," "opportunity," "plan," "may," "should," "will," "would," "will be," "will continue," "will likely result," and similar expressions. Forward-looking statements are predictions, projections and other statements about future events that are based on current expectations and assumptions and, as a result, are subject to risks and uncertainties. Many factors could cause actual future events to differ materially from the forward-looking statements in this announcement, including but not limited to, the ability to implement business plans, forecasts, and other expectations, the ability to identify and realize additional opportunities, and potential changes and developments in the highly competitive LiDAR technology and related industries. The foregoing list of factors is not exhaustive. You should carefully consider the foregoing factors and the other risks and uncertainties described in Innoviz's annual report on Form 20-F filed with the SEC on March 30, 2022, and other documents filed by Innoviz from time to time with the SEC. These filings identify and address other important risks and uncertainties that could cause actual events and results to differ materially from those contained in the forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date they are made. Readers are cautioned not to put undue reliance on forward-looking statements, and Innoviz assumes no obligation and does not intend to update or revise these forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise. Innoviz gives no assurance that it will achieve its expectations.
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OAK BROOK, Ill., April 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- LiftMaster®, the leading brand of professionally installed access solutions, now integrates with Yardi® property management software.
LiftMaster Smart Video Intercoms and Access Control Systems provide property managers with a customizable solution that can extend access control beyond the main entry point to others within the building such as a front gate, gym, package room or parking garage. Integrating with Yardi Voyager® property management software will simplify move-in and move-out, package deliveries and more for property owners, managers and residents.
"Our access solutions are designed with property managers and residents in mind, to make sure community access is secure and easy for them," said Jennifer Lytle, General Manager of LiftMaster Access Controls. "Integrating our Smart Community Access solutions with leading property management software providers like Yardi will streamline tenant information management to further simplify our community access experience."
LiftMaster Smart Video Intercoms and Access Control Systems are powered by myQ to provide customizable applications that help streamline the management of buildings, residents and community access points. Community managers can enhance security and reduce liability with myQ Community web platform and the myQ Community app for residents. Integration with Yardi Voyager lets property managers link the myQ Community web platform to their community's PMS system for automatic tenant database updates. This integration will automatically populate any changes in resident information directly into the myQ Community platform accelerating day-to-day workflows. It also ensures any changes to information in Yardi Voyager are synced to myQ automatically, saving property managers time, hassle and errors.
"By automatically synchronizing resident data every five minutes between LiftMaster's system and Yardi's system, property managers no longer have to worry about entering data twice, saving them considerable time and resources," said Lytle. "Plus, dealers and integrators also benefit from the integration, because it significantly cuts the data migration time, saving administrative costs and shortening project duration."
The myQ Community web platform's growing ecosystem of partners will soon provide even more communities with automatic tenant directory updates through upcoming integrations with other property management software providers. For more information on the Yardi integration click here.
About Yardi
Yardi® develops and supports industry-leading investment and property management software for all types and sizes of real estate companies. Established in 1984, Yardi is based in Santa Barbara, Calif., and serves clients worldwide. For more information on how Yardi is Energized for Tomorrow, visit yardi.com.
About LiftMaster
LiftMaster is the number one brand of professionally installed residential garage door openers, as well as a leading manufacturer of commercial door operators, residential and commercial gate operators, smart video intercoms and related access control products. Driven by the access and security needs of the marketplace, LiftMaster's expansive line of state-of-the-art residential and commercial products are designed to fit any lifestyle or application, providing the latest technology and innovations in safety, security and convenience. More information at LiftMaster.com.
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The expanded capability will focus on formulating market insights, evaluating new solutions through advanced analytics, and curating the market to find the best fit solutions for clients
KANSAS CITY, Mo., April 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Lockton Companies, the world's largest independent insurance brokerage and people solutions consulting group, announced today the launch of a new Insights & Innovation Lab for People Solutions. The new team of experts will focus on helping Lockton clients make their businesses better with new, cutting edge solutions, while also making their peoples' lives better through improved experiences and better care solutions.
With healthcare and benefits complexity continuing to increase, employers are searching for innovative solutions that help them balance providing competitive benefits with increasing costs, while navigating compliance and administration, and increasing employee engagement. The expanded capabilities from the Lockton Insights & Innovation Lab will help clients identify and assess relevant market trends in healthcare & benefits, evaluate applicable solutions, and curate those solutions to find the best fit for their people and business needs. The Insights & Innovation Lab is one of several new capabilities Lockton is investing in, along with improved data analytics, specialty practices and marketing communications.
"We're excited to expand our cutting-edge research and recommendations to our clients through the launch of this new capability and expertise," said Bruce Sammis, Lockton's People Solutions Executive Committee Chairman. "Our clients will benefit from valuable insights and answers, delivered through this unique capability, that helps them better match their needs with innovative solutions that improve the employee experience."
The Insights & Innovation Lab will be directed by Michael Perlmutter, Senior Vice President. Perlmutter, who joined Lockton in December 2021, has worked in healthcare and health management for more than 30 years while serving in strategic leadership roles at large health plans and innovative health management organizations. He was most recently the Health Imagination Leader at WTW.
"The role of benefits in the workplace is changing as employees prioritize their wellbeing as much as their wallet," continued Sammis. "We will continue to invest in our business in order to bring quick, actionable insights to our clients that help them attract and retain the best talent, while controlling rising costs and navigating an increasingly complex landscape."
Additionally, Lockton welcomed Chase Wagner as the Benefits Director of Marketing & Communications at the end of 2021. Wagner has worked in marketing and communications for nearly 20 years, including the areas of marketing strategy, public relations, corporate communications, corporate responsibility, digital advertising, social media, and public affairs. He was most recently the Director of Corporate Communications at H&R Block.
What makes Lockton stand apart is also what makes us better: independence. Lockton's private ownership empowers its 9,000 Associates doing business in over 125 countries to focus solely on clients' risk and insurance needs. With expertise that reaches around the globe, Lockton delivers the deep understanding needed to accomplish remarkable results.
For 13 consecutive years, Business Insurance magazine has recognized Lockton as a "Best Place to Work in Insurance." Lockton was named among the 2021 Best Managed Companies by Deloitte and the Wall Street Journal, a program that recognizes excellence and honors private companies for their strategy, execution, culture, and financials. For more information, visit www.lockton.com.
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Comprehensive program provides associates access to free tuition to build careers in technology, supply chain, data analytics and more
MOORESVILLE, N.C., April 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Lowe's today announced a new education program to make it easier for associates to grow their careers. The new benefit gives full-time and part-time associates access to 100 percent debt-free programs, unlocking opportunities for over 300,000 eligible associates to pursue their educational and career aspirations.
In partnership with Guild, Lowe's is offering over 50 academic programs across 23 universities and learning providers in Guild's Learning Marketplace, including Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs). The free programs are designed to help associates excel in their jobs today and build toward the careers of tomorrow within Lowe's, including pathways into supply chain, logistics, data analytics, cybersecurity, technology and more.
Research conducted by Guild found that its students enrolled through employer programs similar to Lowe's are twice as likely as the average employee to receive a promotion or new role.
"At Lowe's, we believe greater access to education leads to more opportunities, and our success is intertwined with our associates' success and their ability to continuously learn," said Janice Dupré, Lowe's executive vice president of human resources. "We actively listen to our associates to identify how we can help them in the many facets of their lives. This debt-free education offering is one of the many ways we're working to help our associates reach their career potential while knocking down traditional barriers that often make it difficult for them to obtain a degree."
Lowe's new education program offers debt-free tuition assistance to associates seeking to earn undergraduate certificates or degrees, or enroll in English language learning, high school completion or college prep programs. The education benefit is designed for busy working adults. Programs include flexible classes that fit different schedules, fully covered textbooks and course fees, and one-on-one support from Guild coaches. Lowe's will continue to provide direct payments of up to $2,500 annually in tuition assistance for more than 165 additional academic programs serving associates to reduce the burden of up-front, costly tuition payments.
Lowe's is committed to creating pathways for more people to access higher education while strengthening its pipeline of associates from all backgrounds and experiences. Academic partners in the Guild program include the University of Arizona – a Hispanic-Serving Institution – and HBCUs such as Morehouse College, North Carolina A&T State University and Paul Quinn College.
For 20 years, Lowe's has partnered with top scholarship organizations to contribute to student success. Recently, Lowe's announced a $9 million investment in select schools and scholarship programs to provide traditionally underserved students with greater access to higher education and pathways to future Lowe's employment.
"With the persistent war for talent, it's more critical than ever to invest in employees," said Rachel Carlson, Guild's CEO and co-founder. "By offering debt-free education and upskilling, Lowe's is expanding their long-term strategic commitment to providing career pathways, skills and support that every worker needs to open doors to their dreams."
Additionally, Lowe's offers a long-standing tuition reimbursement program, which reimburses associates up to $2,500 annually in education expenses. Lowe's also continues to offer Track to the Trades, a company-funded pre-apprentice certificate program to help up to 4,000 part-time and full-time associates pursue careers in the skilled trades each year. Lowe's covers 100 percent of tuition for Track to the Trade diplomas in HVAC, solar, commercial HVAC, appliance repair, multi-family facilities management, electrical and plumbing. This program supports Lowe's commitment to building a future generation of skilled trades professionals through the Generation T movement.
Kelly Pennington, a scheduling and staffing administrator at Lowe's store in Madison, Tennessee, is pursuing a bachelor's degree in behavioral science through online courses with Wilmington University. Her learning experience has inspired her to encourage others to enroll in Lowe's education programs.
"When I hit my 20 years with Lowe's, I thought, 'I think it's time to venture and go another direction.' But as I'm continuing to learn through the schooling, I could actually take this and apply it more with Lowe's," Pennington said. "Being involved in the position that I'm in now, I actually get to promote the schooling to other associates. A lot of times when I mention I'm going back to school and Lowe's pays for it, they're like, 'Really?' You kind of see them light up."
To learn more about Lowe's debt-free program, visit lowes.guildeducation.com.
Lowe's Companies, Inc. (NYSE: LOW) is a FORTUNE® 50 home improvement company serving approximately 19 million customer transactions a week in the United States and Canada. With fiscal year 2021 sales of over $96 billion, Lowe's and its related businesses operate or service nearly 2,200 home improvement and hardware stores and employ over 300,000 associates. Based in Mooresville, N.C., Lowe's supports the communities it serves through programs focused on creating safe, affordable housing and helping to develop the next generation of skilled trade experts. For more information, visit Lowes.com.
Guild is a social impact company that empowers American workers to unlock life-changing opportunities for personal and professional advancement through education, skill-building, and coaching. As a certified B-Corp founded to bridge the gap between education and employment for working adults in the U.S. in need of upskilling for the future of work, Guild's industry-leading technology platform allows the nation's largest employers — including Walmart, Chipotle, Discover Financial Services, Hilton, Macy's, Target, and The Walt Disney Company — to offer strategic education and skilling to their employees. Guild connects workers to a learning marketplace of the nation's best learning partners for working adults with tuition paid by the company. Guild's payments and technology platform, curated learning marketplace, and advanced education and career services come together to help working adult learners advance in their education and career, debt-free. For more information, visit https://www.guildeducation.com/.
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Lowe's Companies, Inc.
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2 children found dead in Florida after 911 hang-up calls, police say
MIAMI - Police officers found two young children dead after responding to several 911 hang-up calls from an apartment in Miami, officials said.
Miami officers responding to the calls looked inside the apartment late Tuesday and saw the children, police spokesperson Michael Vega told news outlets.
"Fire rescue was called to the scene and declared both children were deceased," he said.
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Their cause of death will be determined by an autopsy.
The children appeared to be about 6 and 3 years old, Vega said.
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Police officers spoke to a woman at the scene "who appeared to be irate or going through a crisis," Vega said. Her relationship to the children remained unclear. The Miami Herald reported that investigators were expected to question the 41-year-old woman.
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The Bay Tree Council for the Performing Arts (BTCPA) in Red Bay, AL announces its third production of the season, "Farce of Nature," written by Jessie Jones, Nicholas Hope and Jamie Wooten and directed by Scotty Kennedy.
A "Farce of Nature," is the non-stop hilarity of this Southern-fried farce and highlights one day in the life of the Wilburn family of Mayhew, Arkansas.
Meet D. Gene Wilburn, the owner and proprietor of the Reel ‘Em Inn. It used to be one of the finest but no more. It has one guest, an extremely jittery Carmine DeLuca from Chicago, from the Witness Protection Program. D. Gene’s frustrated wife is working on their lack luster romantic life with hypnotic suggestions. D. Gene’s feisty sister Maxie has her own problems, including battling ageism to resuming her career in law enforcement. The gangster Carmine’s been dodging for the last five years, Sonny Barbosa, is about to enter the scene looking for his wife, Lola, who has driven thousands of miles to follow her boytoy, D. Gene, and Wanelle’s son, Ty.
In the deliciously funny romp that ensues, they all hide, lie, disguise themselves, cross-dress, and slam doors chasing one another, while trying to figure out the source of an increasingly awful stench. Yet by the delightfully chaotic climax of this one outrageous day, love blossoms, truths are revealed and the lives of all change in incredible and surprising ways.
The cast includes Anna Carol Porter, Brente Jeffreys, Avery Klose, Emily Edmonson, Torrey Lewey, Dominic Rogers, Jeanmarie Moore, Theron Struzik and Zephra Rogers, who also serves as stage manager
Performance dates are April 21-23, 2022, at 7:00 p.m. and Sunday, April 24, 2022, at 2:00 p.m. Tickets will go on sale Monday, April 11, 2022, at the Weatherford Center in Red Bay, AL and may be purchased between the hours of 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. weekdays. Tickets can also be reserved by calling 256-356-9829. If no answer, please leave a message and calls will be returned.
For this production, a dinner is available on Sunday, April 24, 2022, and tickets must be reserved in advance. BTCPA is charged per plate, guest attending the dinner must notify the ticket office in advance if they are attending or not, if they are not prepaid.
Dinner is also available for groups who wish to come on Thursday, April 21, 2022. You may contact Beth Hammock at 256-668-0045 for more information.
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Nationwide initiative aims to provide innovative courseware designed together with students of color to eliminate race and income as predictors of success
PORTLAND, Ore., April 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Lumen Learning, a leading provider of teaching and learning materials, today announced it has been awarded a significant grant from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation to further its work in creating and implementing equitable courseware. Lumen was chosen as a result of its long history of creating change in education and providing innovative, high-quality and affordable digital learning courseware to students and educators nationwide. Since its founding, Lumen Learning has set industry benchmarks through its commitment to increase equity, access and affordability in education. This grant will extend this work, focusing specifically on eliminating race and income as predictors of success for students. The selection process for the grant was highly competitive and included dozens of publishers, edtech organizations and institutions of higher learning.
Today's announced grant will support Lumen Learning to create new courseware for Introduction to Statistics that can serve as an exemplar of courseware centered in equity that makes a meaningful difference in student success. To achieve this, Lumen has established partnerships with Minority Serving Institutions across the United States, allowing Lumen to work directly with their target student demographic in co-creating relevant courseware materials through student-led user testing centers. Both Rockland Community College in New York and Santa Ana College in California have opened user testing centers on their campuses to assist Lumen Learning in gaining valuable insights and helping establish relatable courses for Black, Latino/a, Indigenous and low-income students. Additionally, Lumen Learning has a partnership with Howard University to gain guidance and feedback on course and platform development, learning from Howard's rich history of success supporting Black students. This game-changing approach will set a precedent for how to better personalize education for students of the future.
"We are extremely grateful to have received this incredible grant from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. This will allow Lumen Learning to aggressively and purposefully advance racial and socioeconomic equity through rapid innovation of our proven courseware and faculty professional development experiences," says Kim Thanos, Co-Founder and CEO of Lumen Learning. "This grant will propel us faster to our goal of implementing more relevant digital learning and improving outcomes for Black, Latino/a, Indigenous and low-income students. Improving outcomes for these students, whose needs have not been met by existing solutions, is an 'all-hands-on-deck' challenge."
Specifically, the grant will provide funds to create new Introduction to Statistics courseware that will replace traditional textbook packages and provide students with a rich, interactive, and personalized learning experience, as well as a complete range of support for faculty members. Introduction to Statistics has been identified as one of 20 "gateway courses," which are foundational, lower-level courses that large numbers of students are at risk of failing and that lead to significant dropout rates between the first and second year of college. Introduction to Statistics has both high annual enrollments and a high failure rate of 24% nationally. The implementation of Lumen's unique model in this critical course can have a strong impact on increasing efficacy for all students.
The grant is part of the Gates Foundation's Postsecondary Success strategy, which is dedicated to ensuring that many more of today's students complete their certificates and degrees and eliminate race, ethnicity, and income as predictors of student success. This goal directly aligns with Lumen's mission to advance racial and socioeconomic educational equity. The foundation's approach is built on research showing that active learning, including through digital courseware, reduces drop, fail, and withdraw (DFW) rates when compared to the traditional lecture format. Further, blended learning courses that combine classroom instruction with digital courseware generate the most impactful results for students. Lumen's evidence-based programs are proven to build not only more effective learners, but more impactful teachers.
"Key insights from this work will inform subsequent courseware development and help us advance our mission to support unprecedented learning for all students across a broad range of gateway courses," says Dr. David Wiley, Co-Founder and Chief Academic Officer of Lumen Learning. "Investment from this grant will deepen our expertise in equity-centered design. We believe that the best courses foster community and connection and promote a sense of belonging where all students feel represented and appreciated."
Additional partners in this endeavor include Digital Promise and The Association of Public and Land-grant Universities (APLU). Lumen's Introduction to Statistics courseware will be ready for piloting in January 2023 and will be broadly available in fall 2023. If you're interested in being part of the development or piloting process, please visit info.lumenlearning.com/statistics.
Since 2012, Lumen Learning has partnered with colleges and universities to support teaching and learning innovation with a focus on improving affordability, access, and student success.
Lumen Waymaker and OHM digital courseware provide evidence-based learning design and data-driven content improvements to increase learning and student engagement using open educational resources (OER).
Lumen Circles provide faculty professional development to build skills and advance teaching practices. Grounded in research about how to increase learning and student success and delivered through peer-based virtual learning groups, Lumen Circles provide a supportive setting for faculty to expand their capabilities for teaching in dynamic educational environments.
Over 500 institutions across the U.S. are using Lumen-supported digital courseware for in-person, online, and blended courses. Materials created by Lumen are published under Creative Commons Attribution licenses and contributed back to the education community. Learn more at lumenlearning.com, and visit our course catalog at lumenlearning.com/courses/.
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‘Alexa, grow a tree’: Amazon feature celebrates Earth month
Amazon is making it easier for Alexa users to celebrate Earth month with one simple voice command.
Users in the U.S. can say "Alexa, grow a tree" to donate $1 to plant one tree through One Tree Planted, an environmental charity. With each donation, the charity plants trees in North America, Latin America, Africa, Asia, Europe and the Pacific.
"Trees play a vital role in creating clean air and water, maintaining a healthy climate, and providing habitats for wildlife," the company said on its website. "That’s why we are making it simple for Alexa customers to help support reforestation efforts by donating a tree just by using their voice."
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Customers can also keep track of how many trees they helped pay for through their Amazon Pay account.
Amazon also said it will donate $1 million to the charity to help plant one million trees from now until the end of the year.
Earth month leads into Earth Day, which is April 22.
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Same Delicious Red and Green Enchilada Sauces Now Also Available in New Resealable and Pourable Pouches
ORANGE, Calif., April 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The makers of the LA VICTORIA® brand, one of the leading innovators of flavorful salsa and sauces in the Western U.S. for over 100 years, have reimagined their classic enchilada sauce packaging to give consumers the convenience of an easy-to-open pouch with a twistable cap, making it easier than ever to store the extra and reuse, without the mess. The new Enchilada Sauces in Closable Pouches inspire recipe creation beyond traditional Mexican recipes and can be used for far more than just enchiladas, including tacos, burgers, casseroles, potatoes, soups and more. Available in red and green enchilada sauce varieties, the new closable pouches provide consumers freedom from the hassle of cleanup with traditional canned enchilada sauce and the pesky can opener.
"We saw the need to innovate a resealable enchilada pouch to bring convenience to our consumers and inspire meal creations," said Diana DeLoza, director of marketing for the LA VICTORIA® brand. "Whether you need a little or a lot or you're looking to elevate your next entree, LA VICTORIA® helps you top off your favorite dish—from breakfast tacos, baked potatoes and so much more."
LA VICTORIA® enchilada sauce (MSRP: $2.99) is made with ripened chiles picked at the peak of perfection and contains no artificial flavors, colors, preservatives or MSG, plus it's vegan, gluten free and certified kosher. Each red and green variety is the same beloved formula found in the can but now packaged in a convenient 12-ounce resealable pouch that can be stored in the refrigerator after opening.
LA VICTORIA® enchilada sauces are now available at select Albertsons locations and other leading retailers in the western U.S.
For recipes, nutritional information and where to buy LA VICTORIA® products, please visit www.lavictoria.com or follow the brand on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram at @lavictoriabrand.
ABOUT THE LA VICTORIA® BRAND
Since 1917, the LA VICTORIA® brand has been producing salsas, sauces, chiles, peppers and versatile pantry staples that offer Mexican flavor to any meal. Best known for its flagship product, SALSA BRAVA® Hot Sauce and full line of enchilada sauces, the brand portfolio also includes taco sauces and organic, non-GMO salsas. The LA VICTORIA® brand is part of MegaMex Foods, one of the fastest growing Mexican food companies in the US focused on reimagining Mexican flavor. For more information and recipe ideas, visit www.lavictoria.com or follow the LA VICTORIA® brand on Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest and Twitter.
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MegaMex Foods, one of the fastest growing Mexican food companies in the US, is focused on reimagining Mexican flavor in restaurants and home kitchens across the country. MegaMex Foods is proudly committed to authentic ingredients and providing a real solution for achieving true Mexican flavors with trusted products including WHOLLY®, LA VICTORIA®, HERDEZ®, EMBASA®, DOÑA MARIA®, BÚFALO® and DON MIGUEL® brands. Founded by Herdez del Fuerte and Hormel Foods, MegaMex Foods is headquartered in Orange, California, with facilities in Texas and Mexico. MegaMex Foods has two operating plants, numerous manufacturing partners and over 4,000 employees. For more information, visit www.megamexfoods.com and www.mmxfoodservice.com.
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Fans cheer as country singer Deana Carter finishes performing her hit song, "Strawberry Wine," to close out Friday night's entertainment on the main stage at the Amory Railroad Festival.
Fans cheer as country singer Deana Carter finishes performing her hit song, "Strawberry Wine," to close out Friday night's entertainment on the main stage at the Amory Railroad Festival.
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Kayla Herron and Adriana Buckingham of Amory have fun riding The Sizzler at the PBJ Happee Day Shows carnival.
Morgan Lamb of Saltillo hangs on for a ride on Wild Willie.
People make their way up Main Street Saturday. Saturday's nicer weather helped attract thousands of people to the festival.
Christy Taylor and Trey Stanford, left, dance to "Faithfully" performed by Resurrection: A Journey Tribute after he proposed to her on stage.
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BBQ Reese’s sandwich, PBJ burger make menu debut for 2022 MLB season
PHILADELPHIA - In honor of baseball’s opening day, Aramark—a food and beverage partner for many MLB stadiums— also threw out some new food options for fans for the 2022 Major League Baseball Season.
The company rolled out its latest menu as part of its "Dare to Pair" program, where chefs will combine different food options at different stadiums.
Here are some of the offerings:
- Citi Field (New York Mets) – Lil’ Chicken & Waffles: Fried chicken, waffles, lemon honey, and maple syrup. (Section 102)
- Citizens Bank Park (Philadelphia Phillies) – PBJ Burger: Special-blend Boardwalk Burger topped with peanut butter, jalapeño jelly, American cheese, and bacon on a brioche bun. (Boardwalk Eats, Section 142)
- Coors Field (Colorado Rockies) – Elvis Shake: Crème de banana, soft serve ice cream, peanut butter sauce, Cracker Jack, and candied bacon. (Helton Burger Shack, Section 153)
- Fenway Park (Boston Red Sox) – Fluffer Nutter Fries: Sweet potato fries, crushed peanuts, cilantro, peanut sauce, and fluff sauce. (Stand 2)
- Kauffman Stadium (Kansas City Royals)– BBQ Reese’s Sandwich: Pulled pork, Sweet Baby Ray’s BBQ Sauce, REESE’S Peanut Butter Cups, and bacon bits. (The BBQ Pit, Section 251)
- Minute Maid Park (Houston Astros) – La Pina Dog: All beef hot dog, grilled and topped with fresh smoked pineapple, candied jalapeños, and teriyaki glaze. (Section 132)
- PNC Park (Pittsburgh Pirates) – Burgh Katsu: Cucumber kimchi, mini pierogies, bread fried ham, and hoisin aioli on a toasted roll. (Bierbauer’s, Section 213)
- Rogers Centre (Toronto Blue Jays) – Pickle Poutine: Fried pickle straws, peanut butter gravy, cheese curds, bacon bits, and fresh dill scallions. (Right Field Market, Section 109)
- Oakland Coliseum (Oakland A’s) – Flaming Hot Cheesesteak: Chopped steak, Flaming Hot Cheetos, chopped onions, and Cheez Whiz on a Hoagie. (Oakland STReats, Treehouse Plaza)
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"Now more than ever, consumers are placing value on the ability to get out into the world and enjoy unparalleled experiences," Alison Birdwell, President and CEO of Aramark Sports + Entertainment, said in a news release.
But don’t worry, for those classic baseball fans, Aramark will still offer hot dogs, nachos, wings, fries, burgers, and sandwiches. However, there will be a new twist for fans wanting to try something different.
- Hot Dogs: Jalapeño Cheetos Hot Dog (Fenway Park) – Kayem beef hot dog, semi-crushed Cheetos, nacho cheese, chopped bacon, jalapeños, and diced red onions. (Truly Overlook Stand and Test Kitchen, Big Concourse) Reuben Dog (PNC Park) – Smallman Street Deli corned beef, kraut, thousand island dressing, and Swiss cheese on a Martin’s potato roll. (Deli Dogs, Section 135) Oaktown Dog (Oakland Coliseum) – Topped with chili, cheese, and grilled onions. Selection of limited-edition dogs available at new Hometown Dogs portable. (Section 102) Cheeseburger Lattice Fries (Rogers Centre) – Crispy golden fried lattice cut potatoes, braised burger topping, aged cheddar cheese, and Heinz Mayochup™. (Chef’s Plate, Section 125) Denver Steak & Cheese Fries (Coors Field) – Chopped sirloin, fries, white queso sauce, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, steak sauce, pepper and onion blend, and chopped scallions. (Stands 134, 218, 243, 330) Grande Papas Nacho Fries (Minute Maid Park) – Beef carnitas, cheddar cheese, jalapeños, crema, elote, and pico de galo on French fries. (Elote, Section 124) Hangry Canadian Burger (Rogers Centre) – Six-ounce, fresh beef patty in a potato bun, topped with fried cheese curds, crispy applewood smoked bacon, lettuce, tomato, pickle and Heinz Hanch™ sauce. (Chef’s Plate, Section 125) House Smoked Pastrami Sandwich (Minute Maid Park) – House-brined and smoked brisket with Swiss cheese, coleslaw, and housemaid dressing on rye bread. (Section 116) Louisiana Red Hot Chicken Sandwich (Coors Field) – Spicy fried chicken breast, pickles, mayonnaise and Louisiana Hot Sauce mix, lettuce, tomato, and Louisiana bacon on a bun. (Stands 125, 144, 226, 239, 306, 323) Ranch Burger (PNC Park) – Double patty, pub cheese, house pickles, shredded iceberg lettuce, and ranch dressing. (Cannonball Burger, Section 146) Truly Awesome Burger (Fenway Park) – Savenor's Butter Smash Burger, melted Vermont cheddar cheese, lettuce, tomato, red onion, and thousand island dressing on a brioche roll. (Truly Terrace)
- Jalapeño Cheetos Hot Dog (Fenway Park) – Kayem beef hot dog, semi-crushed Cheetos, nacho cheese, chopped bacon, jalapeños, and diced red onions. (Truly Overlook Stand and Test Kitchen, Big Concourse)
- Reuben Dog (PNC Park) – Smallman Street Deli corned beef, kraut, thousand island dressing, and Swiss cheese on a Martin’s potato roll. (Deli Dogs, Section 135)
- Oaktown Dog (Oakland Coliseum) – Topped with chili, cheese, and grilled onions. Selection of limited-edition dogs available at new Hometown Dogs portable. (Section 102)
- Cheeseburger Lattice Fries (Rogers Centre) – Crispy golden fried lattice cut potatoes, braised burger topping, aged cheddar cheese, and Heinz Mayochup™. (Chef’s Plate, Section 125)
- Denver Steak & Cheese Fries (Coors Field) – Chopped sirloin, fries, white queso sauce, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, steak sauce, pepper and onion blend, and chopped scallions. (Stands 134, 218, 243, 330)
- Grande Papas Nacho Fries (Minute Maid Park) – Beef carnitas, cheddar cheese, jalapeños, crema, elote, and pico de galo on French fries. (Elote, Section 124)
- Hangry Canadian Burger (Rogers Centre) – Six-ounce, fresh beef patty in a potato bun, topped with fried cheese curds, crispy applewood smoked bacon, lettuce, tomato, pickle and Heinz Hanch™ sauce. (Chef’s Plate, Section 125)
- House Smoked Pastrami Sandwich (Minute Maid Park) – House-brined and smoked brisket with Swiss cheese, coleslaw, and housemaid dressing on rye bread. (Section 116)
- Louisiana Red Hot Chicken Sandwich (Coors Field) – Spicy fried chicken breast, pickles, mayonnaise and Louisiana Hot Sauce mix, lettuce, tomato, and Louisiana bacon on a bun. (Stands 125, 144, 226, 239, 306, 323)
- Ranch Burger (PNC Park) – Double patty, pub cheese, house pickles, shredded iceberg lettuce, and ranch dressing. (Cannonball Burger, Section 146)
- Truly Awesome Burger (Fenway Park) – Savenor's Butter Smash Burger, melted Vermont cheddar cheese, lettuce, tomato, red onion, and thousand island dressing on a brioche roll. (Truly Terrace)
- Nachos: Adobo Beef Nachos (PNC Park) – Corn tortilla chips, queso sauce, black beans, jalapeños, scallions, cilantro lime crema, and salsa. (Nachorita, Section 138) Tostitos Walking Nacho (Minute Maid Park) – Doritos with queso blanco, pico de galo, crema, and red chicken, green chicken, or pork carnitas. (Walking Nacho, Section 255) Wicked Chicken Nachos (Citizens Bank Park) – Crisp tortilla chips, loaded with shredded cheddar jack cheese, American cheese sauce, scallions, thin-sliced chicken, and choice of PJ Whelihan’s Famous Sauces. (PJ Whelihan’s Stand, Ashburn Alley)
- Adobo Beef Nachos (PNC Park) – Corn tortilla chips, queso sauce, black beans, jalapeños, scallions, cilantro lime crema, and salsa. (Nachorita, Section 138)
- Tostitos Walking Nacho (Minute Maid Park) – Doritos with queso blanco, pico de galo, crema, and red chicken, green chicken, or pork carnitas. (Walking Nacho, Section 255)
- Wicked Chicken Nachos (Citizens Bank Park) – Crisp tortilla chips, loaded with shredded cheddar jack cheese, American cheese sauce, scallions, thin-sliced chicken, and choice of PJ Whelihan’s Famous Sauces. (PJ Whelihan’s Stand, Ashburn Alley)
- Wings: Confit Chicken Wings (Citi Field) – Chicken wings served with cool ranch dipping sauce. (Caesar’s Lounge & Sportsbook, Excelsior Level) Smoked Wings (Kauffman Stadium) – House-smoked chicken wings served with an assortment of dipping sauces. (Flings & Wings, Section 252)
- Confit Chicken Wings (Citi Field) – Chicken wings served with cool ranch dipping sauce. (Caesar’s Lounge & Sportsbook, Excelsior Level)
- Smoked Wings (Kauffman Stadium) – House-smoked chicken wings served with an assortment of dipping sauces. (Flings & Wings, Section 252)
- Fries: Bases Loaded Fries (Citi Field) – Seasoned fries, pulled pork, cheese sauce, pickled jalapeños, and Pig Beach Vinegar BBQ Sauce. (Pig Beach, Promenade Level)
- Bases Loaded Fries (Citi Field) – Seasoned fries, pulled pork, cheese sauce, pickled jalapeños, and Pig Beach Vinegar BBQ Sauce. (Pig Beach, Promenade Level)
- Burgers and Sandwiches: Brisket Grilled Cheese (Kauffman Stadium) – Smoked brisket, BBQ sauce, and cheddar cheese on Texas toast. (KC Press, Section 230)
- Brisket Grilled Cheese (Kauffman Stadium) – Smoked brisket, BBQ sauce, and cheddar cheese on Texas toast. (KC Press, Section 230)
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Opening Day was delayed to April 7 this year after months of the owners and the players’ union going back and forth.
Some of the rules going into the 2022 season are a bit different.
Among them is MLB's adoption of the universal designated hitter, which means National League teams will have the position for the first time in history. Piazza was primarily a catcher during his career and would get the chance to play the DH position during interleague play. He was only really accustomed to it toward the end of his career with the Athletics. He played 73 games as DH in 2007.
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NETTLETON – A day of family fun is scheduled for April 16 between the second annual Bunny Hop Festival on Young Avenue and the Nettleton Lady Civitan Club’s 22nd Annual Easter Egg Hunt at Roy Black Park.
The morning kicks off at 8 a.m. with pop-up vendors.
“Right now, we have 15 pop-up vendors who have committed to come. We’ve got everything from candles to T-shirts, jewelry, baked goods and bath and body items. A lot of them have local followers, which will help bring in more people,” said Nettleton Main Street Association President Kristen Eads.
The Bunny Hop Festival is sponsored by Nettleton Main Street, and proceeds will go towards improvement projects.
There will be a breakfast with the Easter Bunny at 8:30 a.m., with includes a balloon arch backdrop provided by KatieDid for photos with the Easter Bunny.
A fun run, which is open to all ages, will begin at 10 a.m.
The cost for the breakfast and photos with the Easter Bunny is $10 and the cost for the fun run is $15, which includes a commemorative Bunny Hop T-shirt. A package, which includes all three, is $25.
People should bring their own cameras for photos with the Easter Bunny.
“We hope everyone can come out and have a good time and kick off their Easter weekend with us,” Eads said.
There is no registration fee for pop-up vendors to participate, and anyone interested to participate may reach out through https://www.facebook.com/nettletonmainstreet.
The Bunny Hop Festival leads into the Nettleton Lady Civitan Club’s Easter egg hunt, which begins at 11:30 a.m.
There will be prizes for each age category: toddler to 3; 4-6; and 7-10, and the Easter Bunny will make his way to the Easter egg hunt. There will be three different areas at Roy Black Park for children to hunt Easter eggs.
“The citizens have always told us about how much they have enjoyed it and appreciated it and that it’s something local and they didn’t have to go somewhere else to have an egg hunt,” said Sherry Garrett, treasurer of the local Civitan Club. “We do this as a service for the local community and we’re a service organization.”
Children should bring their own baskets or bags to hunt the 1,200 Easter eggs that will be hidden. There is candy in each egg, and the Easter Bunny will also give away candy.
Every child will receive a goody bag, and there will be a grand prize for the person with the most Easter eggs and prizes for the most eggs in each age group.
Members of the Junior Civitan Club will help hide eggs too.
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Company achieves high-scores in MITRE Engenuity ATT&CK test, wins new industry awards while expanding prevention and remediation capabilities
SANTA CLARA, Calif., April 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Malwarebytes™, a global leader in real-time cyberprotection, today announced surging momentum in the company's Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) and Endpoint Protection (EP) offerings, marked by top performances in third-party industry testing and expanded product capabilities. Additional recognitions from industry analysts and organizations underscore the amplified strength of the company's overall offerings, as well as an enhanced testing focus and new security leadership.
High Scores in EDR and EP Testing
Malwarebytes announced the results of its MITRE Engenuity ATT&CK assessment, which demonstrated the company's industry-leading and steadily improving EDR capabilities for both Windows and macOS workstations. Overall, Malwarebytes registered strong results, positioned as a leader among other peers assessed. Among other key findings, this year's assessment revealed Malwarebytes' particular strength in:
- Visibility – Malwarebytes scored a 92% on Visibility, its most significant year-over-year improvement, and a reflection of its ability to quickly and efficiently detect any warning signs and/or malicious activity requiring a response from users.
- Protection – Malwarebytes received a perfect 100% score in its Protection assessment, meaning that its EDR solution stopped every tested cyberthreat before it reached a machine, without any need for changes in configuration settings to achieve total protection.
- Quality of Alerts – Malwarebytes scored a 98% in the Alert Quality category, meaning that not only does the company's EDR product identify potentially problematic activity, but that in virtually every instance it also provides users with the highest-quality and actionable alerts to address those threats.
In addition to continued growth in Malwarebytes' EDR offering, the company was also recognized by MRG Effitas for its EP capabilities. In MRG Effitas' most recent Q4 2021 Assessment & Certification, Malwarebytes followed up on a strong Q3 performance by achieving certifications across the 360-degree Assessment, Exploit, Online Banking, and Ransomware categories, cementing the company's status as a leading provider of Endpoint Protection solutions.
Continuing with recent award success, Malwarebytes scored a perfect test in the November/December 2021 AV Test results (10/10 attacks, 45/45 possible points) and earned the Advanced rating in the Advanced Threat Protection test. Full results can be viewed here: 29 Protection Solutions against Data Stealers and Ransomware under Windows 10 (av-test.org).
"Our latest test results and awards recognitions mark only the beginning of what we are accomplishing this year at Malwarebytes. We continue to add new features and functionality that meet the needs of our customers, making their experience with our platform easier than ever," said Barry Mainz, COO of Malwarebytes. "In addition to our renowned remediation and prevention capabilities, our strong roadmap for this year addresses real-world cybersecurity concerns for SMBs, streamlining management so they can focus on building their own businesses rather than worrying about cybersecurity."
New Security Leadership
Malwarebytes' marked improvement in testing performance aligns with enhanced focus on product and new leadership including award-winning Chief Information Security Officer Laura Whitt-Winyard, who joined the company early this year. Whitt-Whinyard has achieved distinction as a Fellow at the Institiute for Critical Infrastructure Technology. As a Fellow, she contributed to the Cyberspace Solarium Commission's report on cybersecurity plus The Cybershield Act S.965 of the 117th Congress. She is also an International Advisory Board Member and Women in Technology board member at HMG Strategy.
With a unique and wide-ranging track record of executive leadership spanning more than two decades in the cybersecurity industry, Whitt-Winyard is among the foremost security leaders in her field today. She brings with her a deeply technical background rooted in her past experience as a security engineer, which in turn has helped drive immediate progress in Malwarebytes' offerings.
"Throughout my career, I have been motivated by a personal commitment to helping both individuals and enterprises better assess and address their cybersecurity risk and exposure," said Whitt-Winyard. "I am extremely excited to be joining an organization that cares so deeply at its core about democratizing access to a safe digital experience. I look forward to leading an amazing team of security experts at Malwarebytes as we continue to instill the highest levels of trust with our customers"
Fresh Industry Recognition
In addition to strong results in industry testing and assessments, Malwarebytes also announced a pair of third-party recognitions that further underscore the continued development and maturity of its overall solutions.
Specifically, the company was named a 2021 Gartner Peer Insights Customers' Choice winner for the North America region. Furthermore, Malwarebytes was a two-time winner in the Globee 18th Annual Cybersecurity Global Excellence Awards, receiving recognition for both its EDR capabilities as well as an ongoing campaign aimed at providing cybersecurity support for underserved communities.
A Path to Future Growth
Malwarebytes also continues to develop its EDR offering, adding support for Linux to support of Mac and Windows products. With Linux support, Malwarebytes now provides cutting-edge protection and response capabilities across customers' entire Linux estates; including web servers and workstations.
Malwarebytes continues to enhance search functionality, ease of use through device-control and in-platform features to make billing and subscription management seamless for users. These developments advance the company's goal of providing efficient and effective cybersecurity solutions with a simplified and streamlined experience for end users.
To read more about the latest threats and cyberprotection strategies, visit our newsroom, or follow us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok, and Twitter.
About Malwarebytes
Malwarebytes believes that when people and organizations are free from threats, they are free to thrive. Founded in 2008, Malwarebytes CEO Marcin Kleczynski had one mission: to rid the world of malware. Today, that mission has expanded to provide cyberprotection for every one. Malwarebytes provides consumers and organizations with device protection, privacy, and prevention through effective, intuitive, and inclusive solutions in the home, on-the-go, at work, or on campus. A world-class team of threat researchers and security experts enable Malwarebytes to protect millions of customers and combat existing and never-before-seen threats using artificial intelligence and machine learning to catch new threats rapidly. With threat hunters and innovators across the world, the company is headquartered in California with offices in Europe and Asia. For more information, visit https://www.malwarebytes.com/.
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Why Biden is waiving rule on higher levels of ethanol in gas this summer
WASHINGTON - President Joe Biden said Tuesday his administration will suspend a federal rule that bars higher levels of ethanol in gasoline during the summer. The move, which Biden announced during a visit to Iowa, is intended to tamp down prices at the pump that have spiked during Russia’s war with Ukraine. Iowa is a key producer of the corn-based fuel additive.
A look at how that the decision to authorize year-round use of so-called E15 will impact gas supplies, prices and the environment.
What action is Biden taking?
Most gasoline sold in the U.S. is blended with 10% ethanol. At Biden's direction, the Environmental Protection Agency will issue an emergency waiver to allow widespread sale of 15% ethanol blend that is usually prohibited between June 1 and Sept. 15 because of concerns that it adds to smog in high temperatures.
Senior Biden administration officials said the move will save drivers an average of 10 cents per gallon at 2,300 gas stations that sell E15, as the high-blend ethanol is known. Those stations are mostly in the Midwest and the South, including Texas, according to industry groups.
Why is Biden doing this?
Lawmakers from both parties and ethanol advocates have urged Biden and the EPA to allow year-round sales of E15, calling it a cheaper and readily available domestic alternative to traditional gasoline. The U.S. has banned imports of Russian crude oil since the country's late February invasion of Ukraine, disrupting global markets and raising prices.
"Homegrown Iowa biofuels provide a quick and clean solution for lowering prices at the pump, and bolstering production would help us become energy independent once again,″ said Sen. Chuck Grassley, R-Iowa, a longtime ethanol proponent. Grassley and 15 other senators sent Biden a letter last month urging him to allow year-round E15 sales.
Ethanol groups called Biden's action a major win for American drivers and U.S. energy security. "It means cleaner options at the pump and a stronger rural economy," said Emily Skor, CEO of Growth Energy, a biofuel trade group.
FILE - Gas pumps shown at gas station.
How will this affect the environment?
Biden administration official say the short-term move will have little effect on the environment and that EPA will work with states to "ensure there are no significant air quality impacts through the summer driving season.''
Environmentalists questioned that, saying ethanol production contributes to greenhouse gas emissions and soil erosion and raises prices for corn and other crops.
"The ethanol lobby will be happy and kids with asthma will be sicker,'' said Dan Becker of the Center for Biological Diversity, an environmental group. "However well-meaning (Biden's action) might be, kids and the elderly shouldn’t pay the price with their health for slight gas savings.''
A recent report in the Proceedings of the National Academy of the Sciences revealed that the federal ethanol mandate inflated corn prices by 30% from 2008 to 2016, made corn-based ethanol more carbon intensive than gasoline and increased annual fertilizer use by up to 8%, polluting waterways.
Has the EPA done this before?
The EPA has lifted seasonal restrictions on E15 in the past, including after Hurricane Harvey in 2017. The Trump administration allowed for year-round E15 sales starting in 2019, but a federal appeals court struck down the policy change in July 2021, saying the EPA overstepped its authority.
The decision dealt a significant blow to the ethanol industry and corn farmers who had anticipated increased ethanol demand through year-round sales of the higher blend.
How is this different from Trump's action?
Senior Biden administration officials said they expected the EPA waiver to survive a likely court challenge, saying that unlike the open-ended Trump rule, the action is limited to this summer and is prompted by a supply disruption caused by the war in Europe.
Greater use of E15 should "help alleviate some of the pain that we’ve seen since Russia launched this war against Ukraine," EPA Administrator Michael Regan told a Senate committee last week.
But critics said the only emergency is Biden's dropping poll numbers.
Emergency fuel waivers are reserved for acute supply disruptions, such as those resulting from a hurricane, said Chet Thompson, president & CEO of the American Fuel & Petrochemical Manufacturers, which represents petroleum refiners.
"An additional three months of E15 sales won’t do anything to address high crude oil prices, and 98% of retail (gas) stations can’t even sell the fuel,'' Thompson said. "This is politics, not a real solution for drivers."
Will E15 hurt my car's engine?
E15, often sold at the pump as Unleaded 88, for its octane rating, can safely be used in all cars, trucks and SUVs from 2001 on. Those model years represent more than 90% of vehicles on U.S. roads. The ethanol industry says the fuel is one of the most tested in history and has no effect on vehicle drivability. More than 20 billion miles have been driven in cars and trucks using Unleaded 88, a number continues to grow.
What is the price of E15 gas?
E15, or Unleaded 88, typically sells for 10 cents a gallon less than E10, the standard formulation for U.S. cars. The price difference between Unleaded 88 and conventional gasoline without ethanol is around 40 cents.
Will I get better mileage with E15?
There is no noticeable difference between the mileage achieved when using E15 and mileage when operating on E10.
Can I use E15 in my lawnmower or other small-engine equipment?
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ABERDEEN – Ever since The Pointe shopping center alongside Highway 145 was first announced last May, its planned anchor was to be Piggly Wiggly.
Whereas the grocery store’s ownership received an eviction letter April 1 stating it had to be out of its current location alongside Maple Street within two months, the relocation plan seems to not be materializing.
“Negotiations on the new contract with the building fell through on the verbal agreement, and we were told that they would not renew our lease and we had two months to exit the building,” said Joe McGonagill, whose family owns Piggly Wiggly locations in Aberdeen, Amory and Nettleton.
There was only a verbal agreement and not a signed lease agreement regarding a move to The Pointe.
The nearby First Pentecostal Church owns the property occupied by Piggly Wiggly and Bill’s Dollar Store, which also received an eviction letter. Local store management at Bill’s Dollar Store could not comment on the matter.
“We’re tearing Piggly Wiggly and Bill’s Dollar Store for our church parking lot. We average around 140 cars on a Sunday and they’re parking all over the place. We’ve got to give them a place to park,” said Pastor Ricky Bowen, adding clearing the buildings to build a parking lot was always the plan after The Pointe project came to fruition.
He also said the church’s congregation size continues to grow, prompting the need for more parking.
The church also had ownership of the property where The Pointe is currently being built, near the intersection of Highways 8 and 145, earmarked for future development and donated it for the shopping center.
The Pointe is owned by HHH Real Estate Investments, and while Joe’s brother, Brian, had input on the grocery store’s design and was the main contact person regarding the planned move, the McGonagills never had any funding tied in with the project.
Plans continue for a grocery store; urgent care clinic; restaurant; clothing and shoe stores; and a park. Bowen could not share further details about the grocery store.
“It’s going to bring approximately 100 jobs,” HHH Real Estate Investments owner Katina Holliday-Wiseman said of the overall development of the shopping center. “It’s very exciting to bring something new into town. I feel like it’s going to be invigorating and be an excellent addition to the town. It’s going to be a really nice area and bring more people and revenue to the area.”
She said concrete for the parking lot is expected to be poured within the next couple of weeks, and the goal for most parcels to open is July 1, with the exception of a grocery store.
She and Bowen both said there’s a wait for refrigeration for the grocery store.
“Due to COVID, supplies are coming in much later. We’re still waiting on glass to be put into the building that we ordered 23 weeks ago,” Holliday-Wiseman said.
Giving thanks for years of support
Piggly Wiggly opened in Aberdeen 30 years ago, and Joe said the timing of the eviction letter came at a bad time since there are no available buildings to meet the grocery store’s needs and not enough time to pursue another option.
“With the increases on prices, there’s not enough profit margin on a much higher lease package because of the cost of goods. With the timing, metal is up, concrete is up, labor is up, dirtwork is up. Everything is up,” he said.
He said the business in Aberdeen through the years has been fantastic.
“It was like a friendship. The customer base that you build up is what we’re going to miss. I don’t have a negative vibe towards anyone involved with the city or our customers,” Joe said. “Brian and I still have the Piggly Wiggly in Nettleton and the one in Amory, and we do not want to leave on a negative note because you never know what the future might bring. If we ever have another opportunity and something does come up, yes, we’ll always keep Aberdeen in mind because we already know so many people over there.” | https://www.djournal.com/monroe/news/plans-change-for-piggly-wiggly-move-to-shopping-center/article_b0091aba-6c73-554d-856e-83227ff793cd.html | 2022-04-13T12:43:11 | 0 | https://www.djournal.com/monroe/news/plans-change-for-piggly-wiggly-move-to-shopping-center/article_b0091aba-6c73-554d-856e-83227ff793cd.html |
Historical data from thousands of Medius customers shows finance teams should be prepared for a mammoth surge in invoices on the first Tuesday after Easter
STOCKHOLM, April 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Medius, a leading provider of accounts payable (AP) automation solutions, predicts April 19 to be amongst the busiest days for invoice processing and approvals in 2022.
Medius, which has thousands of customers and manages transactions worth more than $180 billion annually, has analysed historical data to predict the first Tuesday after Easter is likely to be one of the busiest of 2022. Last year, Tuesday 6th April, the first Tuesday after Easter, saw a 44% increase in invoices sent for approval - the busiest day of the year for invoice approvals.
Below outlines the biggest spikes in the Easter period over the last four years for both PO-invoices and non-PO invoices:
Invoice approval means reviewing and approving supplier invoices before these are posted as a cost in the ERP system and sent for payment.
David Taylor, Data Analyst at Medius, said: "Our data shows the number of invoices on the first Tuesday after Easter make it one of the busiest days for accounts payable teams. In fact, last year it had the highest volume of invoice traffic all year beating Christmas and the financial year-end to the top spot with the average business approving more than 200 invoices in one day."
Jim Lucier, CEO of Medius, comments: "Our advice for account payable teams is to clear the backlog as much as possible before Easter so the break doesn't add to the crunch. The surge can be challenging for finance teams given they are under constant pressure to deliver more with less. A sustainable long-term solution is to invest in technology like AI and ML that can automate much of the invoicing process for staff."
For more information, please contact:
Dan Bird, Fight or Flight for Medius
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Biden: Russia war a 'genocide,' trying to 'wipe out' Ukraine
DES MOINES, Iowa - President Joe Biden on Tuesday said Russia's war in Ukraine amounted to genocide," accusing President Vladimir Putin of trying to "wipe out the idea of even being a Ukrainian."
Speaking in Iowa shortly before boarding Air Force One to return to Washington, Biden said he meant it when he said at an earlier event that Putin was carrying out genocide against Ukraine.
"Yes, I called it genocide," he told reporters. "It's become clearer and clearer that Putin is just trying to wipe out the idea of even being a Ukrainian."
Biden added that it would be up to lawyers to decide if Russia's conduct met the international standard for genocide, but said "it sure seems that way to me."
"More evidence is coming out literally of the horrible things that the Russians have done in Ukraine, and we're only going to learn more and more about the devastation and let the lawyers decide internationally whether or not it qualifies," he said.
Biden had previously said he did not believe Russia's actions amounted to genocide, just that they constituted "war crimes."
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Past American leaders often have dodged formally declaring bloody campaigns such as Russia's in Ukraine as genocide, hesitating to trigger an obligation under an international genocide convention that requires signing countries to intervene once genocide is formally identified. That obligation was seen as blocking President Bill Clinton from declaring Rwandan Hutus' killing of 800,000 ethnic Tutsis in 1994 as genocide, for example.
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CHICAGO, April 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Conagra Brands, Inc. (NYSE: CAG) today announced the appointment of Melissa Napier as senior vice president of Investor Relations, effective April 25, 2022.
In this role, Napier will lead the development and execution of Conagra's investor relations program, including setting strategy in financial communications and quantitative benchmarking and analysis.
"Melissa has an exceptional background in Investor Relations and key areas of the Finance function," said Dave Marberger, executive vice president and chief financial officer of Conagra Brands. "We are excited to welcome Melissa to Conagra. Our leadership team looks forward to partnering with her to ensure we maintain strong relationships with the investment community and continue to maximize value for our shareholders."
Melissa brings more than 25 years of broad finance experience in investor relations, accounting and treasury. She spent the last six years at US Foods as senior vice president of Treasury and Investor Relations. Prior to US Foods, she spent 14 years at Tyson Foods/Hillshire Brands/Sara Lee Corp where she held roles of increasing responsibility in Internal Audit, Investor Relations, Treasury and Accounting.
Napier earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting from Wilkes University and a Master of Business Administration degree from the University of Notre Dame.
About Conagra Brands
Conagra Brands, Inc. (NYSE: CAG), headquartered in Chicago, is one of North America's leading branded food companies. Guided by an entrepreneurial spirit, Conagra Brands combines a rich heritage of making great food with a sharpened focus on innovation. The company's portfolio is evolving to satisfy people's changing food preferences. Conagra's iconic brands, such as Birds Eye®, Duncan Hines®, Healthy Choice®, Marie Callender's®, Reddi-wip®, and Slim Jim®, as well as emerging brands, including Angie's® BOOMCHICKAPOP®, Duke's®, Earth Balance®, Gardein®, and Frontera®, offer choices for every occasion. For more information, visit www.ConagraBrands.com.
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Brooklyn subway shooting witness recalls 'mayhem' inside train
NEW YORK - Kenneth Foote-Smith was on the Brooklyn subway train when a man started shooting Tuesday morning. In a live interview with FOX 5 New York, he recalled the terror the passengers felt as it unfolded.
Foote-Smith says he rides the N train to work every day. He says after the train pulled away from the 56th Street Station, he heard a loud bang.
"Almost like glass shattering," Foote-Smith told FOX 5. "It didn't sound like a normal subway noise."
He said the people in his subway car started panicking. He said they started moving forward to the conductor's door at the front of the car.
"There's this white smoke starting to fill up the car behind us and we see people banging on the doors that are between the subway cars."
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He said that the train then came to a stop right before it pulled into the 36th Street Station.
"That's when we hear 'pop, pop, pop' like three or four real quick pops," Foote-Smith said. "And the screaming has now increased. There's more people against the door trying to get out to escape."
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He described how he saw a man at the door of the car behind his with "fear in his eyes" and everyone was screaming. The door appeared to be jammed so people could not get out of the subway car.
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Passengers in his car were pleading with the conductor to get the train moving again to get to a station.
He said the train eventually started moving, and he heard more "pops" before the train got to the platform in the station.
Members of the New York Police Department patrol the streets after at least 13 people were injured during a rush-hour shooting at a subway station in the New York borough of Brooklyn on April 12, 2022. (Photo by TIMOTHY A. CLARY/AFP via Getty Images)
When the doors opened, he said, passengers flooded off of the train.
"It's mayhem on the subway platform," Foote-Smith recalled.
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SHENZHEN, China, April 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Meten Holding Group Ltd. ("Meten Holding Group" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: METX), an omnichannel training company headquartered in China providing language and workplace training services, today provided updates on the Company's metaverse vocational education courses (the "Courses").
As previously announced, in December 2021, Meten Holding Group launched the trial of its metaverse vocational education courses, which cover various subjects, such as video post-production, game rendering, architectural visualization, interior design, UI/UX design, and Building Information Modeling ("BIM") application. Amid the resurgence of the COVID-19 pandemic early in 2022 in China, the Company achieved a gross billing of RMB10 million (approximately US$1.57 million) from the Courses in the first quarter of 2022, and is anticipating growth potential in the near future, as the Courses have been launched in a limited number of cities, including Shenzhen, Guangzhou, and Nanjing.
The Courses are customized for both individuals with no knowledge in visual design who wish to start their careers in this field and visual designing professionals looking for advanced training. The Company is committed to helping students with different backgrounds meet their individual learning needs and master professional skills to reach industry standards with unique creativities.
Mr. Alan Peng, Chief Executive Officer of Meten Holding Group, commented, "We are excited to achieve significant progress in launching the metaverse vocational education courses in the face of the challenging environment. With the rapid development of vocational education and increasing demand for talents, we believe vocational education is an integral part of the education industry and wish to help more students achieve their career goals. We will continue to launch the Courses in major cities in China, once the number of COVID-19 cases decline sufficiently. We expect to achieve a gross billing of RMB50 million (approximately US$7.86 million) from the Courses in the full year 2022, with the goal of cultivating 2000 visual design talents."
About Meten Holding Group Ltd.
Meten Holding Group Ltd., formerly known as Meten EdtechX Education Group Ltd., is an omnichannel training company headquartered in China providing language and workplace training services. In addition to its training services, Meten Holding Group actively develops metaverse, blockchain and cryptocurrency mining businesses to align with its future business development strategy. Meten Holding Group engages in blockchain related businesses in North America and Southeast Asia (excluding China), including cryptocurrency mining, mining farm construction, and mining pool and data center operation. Meten Holding Group actively explores metaverse business, such as Metaverse vocational education courses, with its competitive advantages and technology.
For more information, please visit: https://investor.metenedu-edtechx.com/.
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Brooklyn subway shooting: Update on victims including several children
NEW YORK - What would typically be a quiet Tuesday morning commute turned into a tragedy for families and students simply trying to get to work or school.
At a Tuesday press briefing, Gov. Kathy Hochul said Maimonides Medical Center began receiving calls and taking in patients as early as 8:45.
"At this hospital, they're dealing with young people. There was a 12-year-old, there was a 13-year-old, a 16-year-old and an 18-year-old who arrived this morning," said Hochul.
More than two-dozen people were injured after the gunman opened fire on a rush-hour subway. Ten victims were shot, including an 18-year-old student at Borough of Manhattan Community College.
RELATED: Brooklyn subway shooting: Dozens hurt, shooter at large
"He was on his way to school, and he was awaiting his surgery on an injury," Hochul added.
A 16-year-old boy is recovering from hand surgery. Dr. Jack Choeuka, a hand surgeon at Maimonides Medical Center, explained the procedure. He says doctors were able to salvage the boy’s thumb.
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"He had a gunshot wound to the hand, it was a pretty devastating injury to the thumb and it destroyed a lot of the bone, the joint, the tendons, the nerves," Dr. Choeuka told reporters.
"His mother does not speak English, she is Chinese, she is there alone," Hochul added.
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Victims were also taken to NYU Langone Hospital’s Brooklyn campus and New York-Presbyterian Methodist Hospital. Many of them were treated there for smoke inhalation.
Kenneth Foote-Smith, who was riding the subway during the attack, saw the chaos unfold through a connecting door.
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"So, I look into it and I see smoke. Thick white smoke, so it's not gun smoke, I knew immediately, I'm like, that's not a gun going off in there," he recalled.
Foote-Smith was able to escape unharmed.
Perhaps another faint silver lining is that none of the injuries appear to be life-threatening.
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Ex-UFC champ Cain Velasquez breaks silence as he faces attempted murder charges
MORGAN HILL, Calif. - Former pro fighter Cain Velasquez broke his silence from jail on Tuesday as he faces attempted murder charges stemming from a shooting in late February.
He was scheduled to appear in court on Tuesday for the alleged attempted murder of Harry Goularte, a 43-year-old man accused of inappropriately touching a 4-year-old child related to Velasquez.
Velasquez, 39, a former UFC champion, posted a message on his Twitter account expressing gratitude for the immense amount of support he and his family have received.
"To everyone that has expressed your support, my family and I will never be able to thank you enough," Velasquez said. "From the bottom of our hearts and the depths of our souls, we are forever grateful for your love."
The message was posted ahead of his appearance before a Santa Clara County judge
Velasquez did not go into detail about the case but said he hopes that the "true victims" can find the strength to come forward.
"Though it is most difficult to relive the pain that has happened to you, in speaking the truth, justice will be served and your own true healing will start. I will never stop helping or loving my community and all of you. Thank you for loving me," he wrote.
Velasquez remains behind bars after a judge denied bail for the two-time UFC heavyweight champion, citing his "reckless" behavior.
Velasquez was hit with attempted murder and multiple gun assault charges after authorities said he fired at a pickup truck carrying Goularte, who's accused of molesting a relative of Velasquez and Goularte's mother and stepfather.
He was arrested in San Jose on Feb. 28 after he chased a pickup carrying Goularte through busy streets, ramming the vehicle with his own pickup truck during an 11-mile high-speed chase, prosecutors said.
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- Morehouse bested more than 60 HBCU teams to win the 2022 Honda Campus All-Star Challenge (HCASC) National Championship and a $75,000 institutional grant
- Kentucky State University, Oakwood University and Tuskegee University finish in the top four
- Joshua Ernest of Winston-Salem State University selected by fellow competitors to receive Ernest C. Jones Sportsperson Award
- To rewatch the HCASC National Championship Tournament games, visit HCASC.com
TORRANCE, Calif., April 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Morehouse College has emerged as the champion of the 33rd Honda Campus All-Star Challenge (HCASC), America's premier academic competition for students from Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), after more than 150 thrilling games of head-to-head competition. More than 300 HBCU students, coaches, presidents and institutional representatives participated in this year's virtual HCASC program, which included student development seminars and activities with HBCU presidents. Honda provided nearly $400,000 in institutional grants to the participating HBCUs.
"Congratulations to the winning scholars from Morehouse who symbolize our mission to power HBCU minds and help students achieve their dreams," said Yvette Hunsicker, vice president of Corporate Social Responsibility and Inclusion & Diversity at American Honda Motor Co., Inc. "On behalf of everyone at Honda, we appreciate the tremendous efforts from all of students participating in this year's competition and we want to offer special thanks to the many volunteers and HBCU alumni who make HCASC possible."
During the fast-paced gameplay, the four-student Morehouse team demonstrated incredible skills and teamwork to answer questions on topics ranging from history and science to literature and pop culture. Coached by Robert Myrick, the championship team features team captain Stephen Agyepong, a senior majoring in Biology from Silver Spring, Md., Isaiah Thompson, a senior majoring in Economics from Stone Mountain, Ga., Andre Brown, a junior majoring in Biomedical Engineering from Atlanta, and Kendall Wood, a junior majoring in Biology from Cleveland. Since HCASC was established in 1989, Morehouse College has qualified for the HCASC National Championship Tournament every year.
"HCASC has been a positive space for young Black people to immerse themselves in all of the subjects that they know, love and study," said Stephen Agyepong. "Although my HBCU experience was greatly impacted by COVID-19, I still found a sense of community from my team and other schools in the HCASC cohort."
Runner-up Kentucky State University was awarded a $30,000 institutional grant, while the third and fourth place finishers – Oakwood University and Tuskegee University, respectively – each received $20,000 grants. Dillard University, University of the District of Columbia, Alabama A&M University and Spelman College rounded out the "Great 8" teams that competed in the HCASC Finals, held April 10-12.
Honda Virtual Seminars Help Prepare Students for Post-Graduation Success
In addition to the tournament experience, Honda created virtual development seminars aimed at increasing career readiness and student empowerment. More than 200 students learned interview tips, resume writing best practices and ways to prepare for success after graduation. These seminars were conducted in partnership with the Thurgood Marshall College Fund, Columbus Urban League, Honda Talent Acquisition, and a panel of Honda associates who are HBCU graduates.
Honoring Individual Contributions
Every year, dedicated coaches, volunteers and program alumni help to make the Honda Campus All-Star Challenge a success. Fellow HCASC competitors selected Joshua Ernest of Winston-Salem State University to receive this year's Ernest C. Jones Sportsperson Award, which recognizes a student who epitomizes team spirit, camaraderie, good sportsmanship and academic focus during the National Championship Tournament. The award is named for one of HCASC's early volunteers who mentored many HBCU students.
Honda recognized Robert Myrick, eight-year Morehouse HCASC team coach, as Coach of the Year. Myrick earned this recognition due to his exceptional coaching skills that have consistently kept Morehouse among the top HCASC teams, his generosity and enthusiasm to support the HCASC community.
Honda Campus All-Star Challenge is a year-round program celebrating Black excellence and showcasing the academic talents of top HBCU students from across the country. HCASC challenges students to expand their scope of knowledge on a wide range of topics while also helping to develop their leadership and collaboration skills. By bringing together students from other HBCUs, participants have the unique opportunity to network, gain mentorship opportunities with program alumni and become "friends for life." Since 1989, more than 145,000 scholars have competed in the academic tournament.
For additional information about the 33rd Honda Campus All-Star Challenge and to watch video clips from the tournament, visit HCASC.com, as well as the HCASC Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube channel.
Honda and Historically Black Colleges and Universities
For over 30 years, Honda has supported the success and dreams of Historically Black College and University (HBCU) students through initiatives including the Honda Campus All-Star Challenge and Honda Battle of the Bands. These programs provide unforgettable experiences and opportunities for HBCU students, including meeting and networking with peers from other HBCU schools. Honda has impacted the lives of more than 200,000 students and awarded over $14 million in grants in support of HBCU education programs and facilities improvements.
To advance its leading investment in HBCUs, Honda is a member of the HBCU Partnership Challenge, a Congressional Bipartisan HBCU Caucus initiative that brings together government, industry and HBCUs to create strategic, more sustainable HBCU partnerships. Honda also has partnered with the Thurgood Marshall College Fund to provide annual scholarship funding to support HBCU students pursuing an education in engineering, supply chain management and manufacturing-related fields.
About Honda Corporate Social Responsibility
For more than 60 years in the U.S., Honda has been committed to making positive contributions to the communities where its customers and associates live and work. Honda's mission is to create products and services that improve lives while conducting business in a sustainable manner and fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. Accordingly, Honda believes in helping people reach their life's potential through its focus on the areas of education, the environment, mobility, traffic safety and community.
Learn more at http://csr.honda.com/.
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California man killed after car runs him over while trying to steal its catalytic converter, police say
SACRAMENTO, Calif. - A man died Monday after he was run over by a car he was trying to steal a catalytic converter from in Sacramento, California, authorities said.
Officers responded around 4:45 a.m. to reports of a collision between a vehicle and a pedestrian in the 8100 block of Timberlake Way, Sacramento police told Fox News Digital via email.
Police said that officers arrived at the scene and found the man with serious injuries. He was rushed to a hospital and was pronounced dead.
The man was identified as 28-year-old Jose Adolfo Rangel, the Sacramento Bee reported, citing the Sacramento County Coroner's Office.
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Investigators said they believe the suspect was tampering with the vehicle to steal its catalytic converter before the collision.
Catalytic converters are part of a vehicle’s exhaust system and control emissions. It contains valuable metals that criminals can cut out in seconds and sell to scrapyards for profit. Replacing a stolen catalytic converter could cost hundreds, if not thousands of dollars.
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Catalytic converter thefts have risen in cities across the country this year.
Police in Minneapolis have reported a nearly 38% jump in catalytic converter theft compared to this time last year. Dallas has seen a 20% increase, and Philadelphia police have seen a 172% increase. According to Las Vegas Police Department data, officers have seen a roughly 87% hike.
Fox News’ Mills Hayes contributed to this report.
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DEDUCE study demonstrates AUC of 0.86 in overall cohort, including more than 700 prospective samples
AUSTIN, Texas, April 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Natera, Inc. (NASDAQ: NTRA), a global leader in cell-free DNA testing, today announced that its clinical validation study1 on its donor-derived cell-free DNA (dd-cfDNA) test for the assessment of acute rejection in heart transplant patients, Prospera™ Heart, has been published in the Journal of Heart and Lung Transplantation - a leading journal with the highest impact factor in the transplantation sector2.
This multi-site clinical validation, named the DEDUCE study, was conducted in partnership with the University of Utah and the University of California, San Diego and evaluated 703 prospective and 108 retrospective samples, (811 samples total) from 223 patients. The patient cohort included a large number of biopsy-confirmed rejections - 32 samples correlating to antibody mediated rejection (AMR) and 17 samples correlating to acute cellular rejection (ACR). The Prospera Heart test exhibited excellent performance with an overall 0.86 AUC for identifying acute rejection. Notably, the performance was also exceptional in the prospective arm-alone (0.87 AUC3).
"There is a critical unmet need for an accurate and less invasive approach for rejection surveillance after heart transplant," said Josef Stehlik, senior author and medical director of the Heart Transplant Program and co-chief of the Advanced Heart Failure Program at the University of Utah School of Medicine. "Incorporation of a noninvasive assay to reduce or replace the use of endomyocardial biopsy requires a very high performance standard. The Prospera Heart test demonstrated performance that I believe the clinicians will be very excited about."
The study also included an analysis on the use of dd-cfDNA concentration alone to identify rejection. dd-cfDNA concentration demonstrated an AUC of 0.88 overall, and 0.89 in the prospective cohort, highlighting the potential (upon additional studies and evaluation) to further improve the performance of the Prospera Heart test by evaluating both dd-cfDNA concentration and donor fraction.
The Prospera Heart test was launched in late 2021 and will continue to be evaluated in a variety of additional studies, including the NIH-supported DTRT study, and the Natera-sponsored DETECT trial, expected to be the first randomized controlled trial comparing dd-cfDNA surveillance to endomyocardial biopsy surveillance in patients of all risk profiles from 30 days post transplant. Combined, these trials are expected to include more than 775 heart transplant patients across multiple centers, underscoring Natera's commitment to generating robust scientific evidence.
About the Prospera test
The Prospera test leverages Natera's core single-nucleotide (SNP)-based massively multiplexed PCR (mmPCR) technology to identify allograft rejection non-invasively and with high precision and accuracy, without the need for prior donor or recipient genotyping. The test works by measuring the fraction of donor-derived cell-free DNA (dd-cfDNA) in the recipient's blood. It may be used by physicians considering the diagnosis of active rejection, helping to rule in or out this condition when evaluating the need for diagnostic testing or the results of an invasive biopsy. The Prospera test has been clinically and analytically validated for performance regardless of donor relatedness, rejection type, and clinical presentation. It has been developed and its performance characteristics determined by Natera, the CLIA-certified laboratory performing the test. The test has not been cleared or approved by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA). CAP accredited, ISO 13485 certified, and CLIA certified.
About Natera
Natera™ is a global leader in cell-free DNA testing, dedicated to oncology, women's health, and organ health. Our aim is to make personalized genetic testing and diagnostics part of the standard of care to protect health and enable earlier and more targeted interventions that help lead to longer, healthier lives. Natera's tests are validated by more than 100 peer-reviewed publications that demonstrate high accuracy. Natera operates ISO 13485-certified and CAP-accredited laboratories certified under the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) in Austin, Texas and San Carlos, California. For more information, visit www.natera.com.
Forward-Looking Statements
All statements other than statements of historical facts contained in this press release are forward-looking statements and are not a representation that Natera's plans, estimates, or expectations will be achieved. These forward-looking statements represent Natera's expectations as of the date of this press release, and Natera disclaims any obligation to update the forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are subject to known and unknown risks and uncertainties that may cause actual results to differ materially, including with respect to our efforts to develop and commercialize new product offerings, whether the results of clinical or other studies will support the use of our product offerings, our expectations of the reliability, accuracy and performance of our screening tests, or of the benefits of our screening tests and product offerings to patients, providers and payers. Additional risks and uncertainties are discussed in greater detail in "Risk Factors" in Natera's recent filings on Forms 10-K and 10-Q and in other filings Natera makes with the SEC from time to time. These documents are available at www.natera.com/investors and www.sec.gov.
Contacts
Investor Relations: Mike Brophy, CFO, Natera, Inc., 510-826-2350
Media: Kate Stabrawa, Communications, Natera, Inc., 720-318-4080 pr@natera.com
References
- Kim PJ, Olymbios M, Siu A, et al. A novel donor-derived cell-free DNA assay for the detection of acute rejection in heart transplantation. J. Heart Lung Transplant. April 2022. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.healun.2022.04.002.
- Web of Sciences Group impact factor as reported by scijournal.org.
- Natera data on file for performance breakdown in prospective cohort.
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California woman admits she faked 2016 kidnapping
sac - Sherri Papini, the Northern California woman charged last month with faking her kidnapping in 2016, accepted a plea bargain with prosecutors Tuesday and acknowledged she made up the story that prompted a frantic search and international headlines.
Defense attorney William Portanova said his client will plead guilty to charges of lying to a federal officer and mail fraud.
"I am deeply ashamed of myself for my behavior and so very sorry for the pain I've caused my family, my friends, all the good people who needlessly suffered because of my story and those who worked so hard to try to help me," she said in a statement released through Portanova. "I will work the rest of my life to make amends for what I have done."
The plea deal was first reported by The Sacramento Bee.
The search for Papini, 39, of Redding, set off a three-week search across California and several nearby states until she resurfaced on Thanksgiving Day in 2016.
She had bindings on her body and injuries including a blurred "brand" on her right shoulder and a swollen nose. She had other bruises and rashes on many parts of her body, ligature marks on her wrists and ankles, and burns on her left forearm.
Federal prosecutors alleged in early March that she actually was staying with a former boyfriend nearly 600 miles (966 kilometers) away in Southern California's Orange County and injured herself to back up her false statements.
It's not clear what punishment she will face but the charges carry penalties of up to five years in federal prison for lying to a federal law enforcement officer and up to 20 years for mail fraud.
Lauren Horwood, a spokesperson for the U.S. Attorney's Office in Sacramento, said she couldn't confirm the deal or any elements of it.
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Leading HVAC Distributor Expands into Heil Equipment
NEW LENOX, Ill., April 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Munch's Supply (the "Company"), a leading Midwest-based heating, ventilation and air conditioning ("HVAC") distributor has acquired System Aire Supply Company and Control Aire Supply Company (SASCO/CASCO) including its branches in Western Massachusetts and Connecticut. This will expand the Company's geographic footprint to 70 locations serving 17 states and one Canadian province.
"We are pleased to welcome the SASCO/CASCO organization into the Munch family of brands and are excited to represent the Heil equipment line in western Massachusetts and Connecticut," said Bob Munch.
"Our team has proudly served our markets for more than 40 years and we look forward to the additional opportunities that this partnership offers both our customers and employees," said Gary Corliss, owner.
"Superior customer service will remain our number one priority. We are pleased to welcome both the customers and employees at SASCO/CASCO to the Munch family of brands," added Munch.
"We are so happy to find a trusted partner like Munch's to help us carry forward the SASCO/CASCO legacy," added Ed Maluszewski, owner.
The acquisition demonstrates Munch's ongoing dedication to the HVAC and plumbing marketplace and reinforces its commitment to partnering with family and customer-service focused businesses looking for either a long-term partnership or an exit strategy.
Munch's Supply has been operating in the Chicagoland area for more than 65 years and is consistently ranked as a top 10 HVAC distributor in the United States. Marcone, a leading distributor of home appliance, HVAC and plumbing repair parts and equipment across North America acquired Munch's Supply, LLC in 2021, and strives to become the hub for parts and services to the home.
About Munch's Supply
Munch's Supply was founded in 1956 by Willard Munch, who wanted to develop a local source of electrical supplies for area contractors. Today the company has more than 1,000 employees focused exclusively on supplying heating, cooling and plumbing industry contractors with quality products. For more than 65 years, Munch's Supply has operated with a commitment to service as a leading distributor for trusted brands such as American Standard, Trane, Mitsubishi, Rheem, IPEX, AO Smith, Kohler, Tempstar, Keeprite and Frigidaire. Through Munch's Holdings, LLC, it operates Munch's Supply, Tommark, O'Connor Company, Comfort Air Distributing, C&L Supply HVAC and Plumbing, API of NH and Delta T, Marks Supply and TML Supply which continue to serve as the premier sources for HVAC and plumbing equipment and supplies to contractors throughout North America. Visit www.munchsupply.com.
About Marcone
Marcone is an authorized distributor for major brands such as Whirlpool, Electrolux, General Electric, Maytag, Bosch, Samsung, L-G and many more. Through its vast distribution network, Marcone supplies the largest inventory of original replacement parts in the country for household appliances such as refrigerators, ranges, dishwashers, microwaves, washers, and dryers. Marcone exports globally and also operates a comprehensive training institute offering quality business and technical training. Headquartered in St. Louis, Marcone operates 113 facilities, has approximately 2,000 employees, and serves approximately 43,000 technician customers. For more information, visit www.marcone.com.
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MIAMI (AP) — Police officers found two young children dead after responding to several 911 hang-up calls from an apartment in Miami.
Police spokesperson Michael Vega tells news outlets officers looked inside the apartment and saw the unresponsive children late Tuesday.
Their cause of death will be determined by an autopsy.
He says they appeared to be about 6 and 3 years old. Vega says officers spoke to a woman at the scene “who appeared to be irate or going through a crisis.”
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Police: California woman rented Michigan Airbnb for a month to meet with 15-year-old boy
NOVI, Mich. (FOX 2) - Novi Police said they arrested a 33-year-old woman from San Francisco after they said she met a then 14-year-old boy online, flew across the country, rented an Airbnb for a month, and would send him Uber rides to pick him up.
Stephanie Sin was arrested by Novi Police on Sunday on one count of child sexually abusive activity and another count of using a computer to commit a crime.
According to Novi Police, Sin met the boy on an app when he was 14. The conversation then moved from the app to texts and got progressively more explicit, police said.
This past weekend, police said she bought a plane ticket and rented and Airbnb in Royal Oak for a month with intentions of meeting the now 15-year-old in person. Police said she would then send Uber rides to the boy's house to pick him up to bring him to her.
According to police, this spooked the boy and he told his parents what happened. Novi Police were then contacted and they immediately moved to arrest her.
"It started as them talking casually and then it advanced to more sexually explicit talk," said Novi police Lt. Jason Meier. "She was a little surprised (at the arrest), but at the same time she knew what she was doing."
Police told FOX 2 that Sin did not seem surprised when she was arrested and she has been cooperative.
"This case is a stark reminder of how important it is for parents to be aware of their children's online activity," Meier said. "
Ninety-nine percent of these cases are male predators trying to lure female children, but the grooming is all the same.
"It may be exciting, but it's very dangerous, and we would encourage anyone to tell someone," he said. "Tell your parents, tell your teacher, tell the police."
Sin and the teen never had any physical contact, all because he spoke up.
"I give him all the credit in the world for telling someone and getting a predator off the streets," Meier said.
She's due in court on April 20 and is being held on a $100,000 cash bond.
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RICHMOND, Va., April 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Naborforce, a fast-growing company that has reimagined care and companionship to address the increasing challenges for family members caring for aging adults, today announced that it has appointed Michael Bor to its board of directors. Bor, a celebrated entrepreneur and C-level executive, grew his first startup, CarLotz, from an idea in 2010 to a public company trading on the NASDAQ in 2021. He joins the board of Naborforce during a period of rapid growth as it continues a multi-state expansion of its on-demand support services designed to address a critical shortfall in caregivers throughout the United States.
"Naborforce is honored to welcome Michael Bor to our board of directors as we grow and impact the lives of older adults and their families by redefining the way care is delivered to aging loved ones in the community," said Paige Wilson, founder and CEO of Naborforce. "There are few who could understand offering a transformative new model to an industry in need of change more than Michael, a business and community leader who has built his career by disrupting traditional markets with creative customer-centric solutions."
At CarLotz, Bor introduced an entirely new concept to the automotive sector by creating a used car consignment marketplace that put value and control back into the hands of buyers and sellers. Beginning in 2010, he wrote the business plan for CarLotz; recruited his co-founders; raised approximately $350 million over several rounds of private, institutional, and public equity and debt; scaled the business locally, regionally, and nationally; and ultimately took the company public through a merger with a special purpose acquisition corporation in 2021. As CEO of CarLotz until earlier this year, Bor provided the strategy and vision, in addition to managing growth, key commercial account relationships, and relationships with investors and analysts.
Prior to CarLotz, Bor worked as a mergers and acquisitions investment banker at Harris Williams and Co. In addition, Michael held positions at Lehman Brothers and PricewaterhouseCoopers. He received a Bachelor of Science in finance from Lehigh University and a Master of Business Administration from the Harvard Business School. Today, Bor channels these experiences into his work at FogLight Capital where, in addition to developing new business ideas, he assists other founders, executives, and investors in taking their ideas and startups to the next level. He also sits on the board of the Sheltering Arms Institute and on the finance committee of the World Pediatric Project.
"As a founder and visionary, Michael's ability to grow companies with a unique new model is unmatched. But most important is his dedication to creating the best experience for consumers and the community," said Wilson. "We share this approach at Naborforce by continuously looking for ways to leverage new technologies and new approaches to care across the nation."
"I've watched Paige launch and grow Naborforce from the sidelines for several years and have always admired her creativity, passion, and determination to achieve the company's mission through a customer-first approach. I'm thrilled to now join the board and work with this driven team of professionals to achieve great things for all the stakeholders involved," said Bor.
About Naborforce
Naborforce provides support and companionship for older adults and their families in Richmond, VA; Williamsburg, VA; Virginia Beach, VA; Bethesda, MD; Raleigh, NC; Charlotte, NC; and Atlanta, GA. Services include companionship, preparing meals, light housework, help with technology, hobbies and games, grocery shopping, picking up prescriptions, trips to the salon, social events, and more. Older adults and/or family members can sign up quickly and schedule visits online or by phone. There are no contracts, extensive consultations, or length of visit requirements beyond one hour. Passionate and caring community members wanting to impact the lives of older adults in their area and residents wishing to easily secure a "Nabor" for on-demand support can learn more by visiting www.naborforce.com.
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CLEARWATER, Fla. (WFLA)- April 11th- 15th starts Work Zone Awareness Week. The week is an annual spring campaign to encourage safe driving through highway work zones.
Florida Department of Transportation officials say to reduce crashes in work zones, most highway road work is done at night to inconvenience drivers as little as possible.
This can pose significant safety risks for those working in high-speed zones and motorists driving by.
Florida uses a combination of red, green, and amber lights on construction equipment in high-speed work zones when workers are present.
According to FDOT Florida experienced 53,548 work-zone related crashes, including 376 fatalities (including non-traffic fatalities) and 1,904 severe injuries .
To reduce crashes in work zones, FDOT’s current practices include supporting traffic laws within the work zone with signage, public awareness, and education.
The key message FDOT is pushing to drivers, stay alert when traveling through work zone areas. | https://www.wfla.com/news/local-news/fdot-observes-work-zone-awareness-week/ | 2022-04-13T12:43:56 | 0 | https://www.wfla.com/news/local-news/fdot-observes-work-zone-awareness-week/ |
DeSantis signs bill increasing payments to caregivers of foster children
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. - Saying that foster children in Florida "deserve an opportunity," Gov. Ron DeSantis on Tuesday signed a bill that will increase payments to caregivers and provide foster parents with money for child-care programs.
The measure (SB 7034) was approved by lawmakers during the legislative session that ended March 14.
In part, the law will increase monthly payments from the state to relatives and non-relatives who serve as caregivers to foster children, making their payment rates on par with licensed foster parents.
"Placement with relatives, or kinship care, provides permanency for children and helps maintain family connections," the Florida Senate said in a news release Tuesday, adding that "kinship care" can involve placing children with people such as close family friends or godparents.
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Foster care legislation has been a priority of Senate President Wilton Simpson, a Trilby Republican who was adopted. Simpson said that raising payments could be a deciding factor for people who are considering bringing foster children into their homes.
"Improving the level of benefits for family members and foster parents could mean all the difference when these folks are considering whether they can take in a vulnerable child," Simpson said in a statement.
More than $44 million is earmarked in the proposed state budget for the 2022-2023 fiscal year to carry out parts of the bill. The Legislature has not formally sent the budget to DeSantis for his approval and vetoes.
DeSantis touted nearly $25 million of the money that is designed to provide $200 monthly subsidies to help cover costs of child care and early learning programs.
"Through this funding, more than 7,000 foster parents and caregivers will receive this subsidy for the children that are in their care. And that’s going to make a big difference. Quite frankly, just from a feasibility perspective, foster parents have to work to put food on the table like anyone else. This will help them in that regard," the governor said.
The law also will bolster tuition and fee-waiver programs to help foster children attend state colleges, universities and workforce-education programs. The governor signed the bill at Miami Dade College.
Department of Children and Families Secretary Shevaun Harris said the law expands Florida’s "toolbox of resources" to help young adults who are exiting the foster care system.
"For many of the kids in the system, attending and graduating college is defying the odds. Legislation like this helps us stack the deck in their favor," Harris said.
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Both leaders in their respective verticals, the companies are launching the curriculum in time for Financial Literacy Month
PALO ALTO, Calif., April 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Nearpod, an interactive instructional platform that gives educators real-time insights into student learning, today expands its partnership with Next Gen Personal Finance to provide free access to a personal finance curriculum. Next Gen Personal Finance, a nonprofit committed to ensuring ALL students graduate high school with personal finance skills, provides free resources and curriculum that prepare students for their financial future. With this partnership, its free, core curriculum covering everything from taxes to investing is now supercharged with Nearpod's engaging platform to empower students with skills that will expand their financial horizons.
The partnership between Next Gen Personal Finance (NGPF) and Nearpod comes at a time when the need for standards-aligned financial literacy curriculum is undeniable. Research from the National Endowment for Financial Education on high school students shows that after a three-month financial literacy course, 60% of the students had changed their savings patterns, 80% indicated they save for what they really need or want and 20% indicated that they save every time they get money.
The obvious and immediate positive impact financial literacy makes on students' lives is also impacting policy. Late last month, Florida joined 11 other states as it guaranteed a personal finance course for all high schoolers. Equipping students to enter life after high school with strong financial skills stands to create lasting economic impacts for American families in the future.
"At Next Gen Personal Finance, we strive to create equal access and opportunities for every student to gain personal finance skills. Our curriculum lays the groundwork for financial independence and freedom and provides opportunities for us to create greater equity and inclusion in high school and beyond," shared Tim Ranzetta, co-founder of NGPF. "Partnering with Nearpod furthers our ability to ensure that all students graduate high school with personal finance skills by getting high-quality resources and curriculum into the hands of more high school teachers."
Building on an existing partnership through which NGPF lessons on Nearpod have been accessed by students over four million times, the new lessons coming to Nearpod cover taxes, checking, savings, paying for college, types of credit, managing credit, investing, insurance and budgeting in a nine-week course.
"The evidence for incorporating financial literacy into secondary education classrooms is clear, and we're proud to expand the Next Gen content on our platform," shared Pep Carerra, CEO of Nearpod. "Most importantly, we're proud that this robust curriculum will be available for free on our platform. We believe that all students deserve access to this life-changing curriculum, and we're excited to empower educators with engaging content that will have lasting impacts on their students' lives."
April is Financial Literacy month; to begin personal finance education with your students today, click here to access these free NGPF lessons on Nearpod.
Nearpod offers an interactive, instructional platform that merges formative assessment and dynamic media for live and self-paced learning experiences inside and outside of the classroom. Nearpod is a device-agnostic platform that engages students with activities such as VR Field Trips, PhET simulations and Desmos, and features more than 15,000 ready-to-run interactive lessons, videos and activities created in partnership with leading brands like Common Sense Education and Smithsonian. In 2019, Nearpod acquired Flocabulary, a learning platform that engages students in academically rigorous K-12 curriculum while promoting literacy through hip-hop videos. Together, Nearpod and Flocabulary reach educators in the 100 largest school districts in the US. In 2018, Nearpod was named EdTech Digest's Company of the Year. In March of 2021 Nearpod was acquired by Renaissance, a global leader in assessment, reading and math solutions for pre-K-12 schools and districts. To learn more about Nearpod, visit www.nearpod.com. For more information about Renaissance, visit www.renaissance.com.
Next Gen Personal Finance (NGPF), has become the "one-stop shop" for more than 60,000 educators looking for high-quality, engaging personal finance curriculum to equip students with the skills they need to thrive in the future. NGPF's curriculum has a broad reach, with more than 8 out of 10 U.S. high school students attending schools where a teacher uses the NGPF curriculum. NGPF invests in teacher professional development with live virtual sessions, certification courses and asynchronous On-Demand modules. The non-profit has been recognized by Common Sense Education as a "Top Website for Teachesr to Find Lesson Plans" and "Best Business and Finance Games."
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TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — With consumers feeling the pinch from inflation, Walmart has a new promotion to offer shoppers some relief.
The retail giant is offering Tampa area shoppers free delivery on store-to-home deliveries until the end of April.
“Now, more than ever, consumers are looking for ways to save on gas and household staples. WMLOVE4U is one more way Walmart is helping customers in Tampa save time and money,” the company said in a news release.
More than 180,000 items are available for delivery, including groceries, gifts, toys, electronics, home items, oversized items and apparel, according to the news release.
“Even oversized items—like 70-inch TVs–can be delivered locally as soon as the same day,” the company said.
To take advantage of the offer, use promo code WMLOVE4U during online order checkouts.
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Caught on camera: Dolphin attacks trainer at Miami Seaquarium
MIAMI - The man who recorded a dolphin attacking a trainer at a Miami aquarium is now talking about what he saw.
The video shows the animal ramming into its trainer during a show at the Miami Seaquarium.
Shannon carpenter says members of the audience were confused over whether it was part of the show.
"All of a sudden it's like nothing's happening. There are two girls in the water. You don't see the dolphins. And then one of the trainers kind of gets pushed out of the water. And the kids are still clapping and cheering. They're not sure, they think everything's normal. The adults are going ‘is this part of the show?’"
The owner of the aquarium calls it all an accident. They say the trainer and dolphin collided during the show causing the dolphin to be scratched, so the dolphin reacted by striking the woman.
Both are okay.
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Buying bulk inventories of select titles with flexible access delivers improved ROI for libraries
CLEVELAND, April 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- As part of its ongoing library advocacy, today OverDrive released a growing list of publishers that now offer "OverDrive Max," a digital book access model for schools and libraries developed to meet growing reader demand. Under the OverDrive Max model (also known as metered concurrent use), libraries can stock bundles of up to 100 loans for popular digital books with no expiration date. With each Max title the cost to serve each reader is typically the lowest available cost for libraries and schools for lending the ebook or audiobook.
"OverDrive Max enables librarians to reserve inventories of select digital books, often at the lowest cost per loan, and eliminate the concerns associated with time limits for access to the collection," stated Karen Estrovich, Senior Manager for Public Libraries at OverDrive. "This saves time and is a cost-effective option to serve the maximum numbers of readers with a library's budget. It is perfect for summer student programs, books club and community reading events."
Ebook and audiobook publishers offering catalogs in the OverDrive Max model include Blackstone Publishing, Lerner Publishing Group, RBMedia/Recorded Books, Christian Audio, Britannica Digital Learning, Allen & Unwin, Springer Nature, Open Road Media, Rosen Publishing, Bearport Publishing plus dozens of others. OverDrive Max complements the "cost-per-circ" model that leading publishers offer libraries and schools from OverDrive Marketplace including Penguin Random House, HarperCollins, Simon & Schuster and others.
"The ability to curate collections for our readers with this model has improved our engagement with readers," said Beth Godlewski, Senior Collections Specialist at Toronto Public Library. "This cost-effective purchasing option contributed to Toronto Public Library's 2021 record-breaking annual circulation of 9.8 million digital titles."
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OverDrive is a mission-based company that stands with libraries. Named a Certified B Corp in 2017, OverDrive serves 76,000 libraries and schools in 94 countries with the industry's largest digital catalog of ebooks, audiobooks, video and other content. OverDrive's commitment to empower every library and school includes expanding access for all, tireless industry advocacy and consistently innovating. Award-winning apps and services include the Libby library reading app, the Sora student reading app, Kanopy, the leading video streaming app for libraries and colleges, and TeachingBooks.net, which offers one of the largest catalogs of supplemental materials that enhance literacy outcomes. Founded in 1986, OverDrive is based in Cleveland, Ohio USA. www.overdrive.com
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(WGHP) — Cancers aren’t like coronavirus infections, but fighting them may have a lot of similarities.
For the last several years, researchers have been working with technology based around mRNA — messenger RNA, which is something that complements the work of your DNA — to see if they can utilize it to get your body’s own immune system to fight cancers. At Duke University, they’re working with mRNA technology to create vaccines for cancer.
“It is a product which is RNA nucleic acid which encodes a specific protein and then that can be encapsulated in something we like to call a lipid nanoparticle, which is really a little fat bubble, and that can be injected into your body and sort of teaches your body what to go after immunologically,” said Zachary Hartman, who works in the Lyerly Lab at Duke.
If it all sounds familiar, it should — mRNA vaccines have been in the news quite a bit over the last two years. It’s the type of technology used to create the COVID-19 vaccines.
“Remember, people were expecting that a successful vaccine would provide protective immunity to about 50% of patients, and the first two mRNA vaccines provided over 90% protection, a remarkable achievement,” said Dr. H. Kim Lyerly, who runs the lab at Duke.
Lyerly has been at Duke for nearly 40 years and has seen massive changes in how we can combat cancer going from relatively crude chemotherapy to very targeted immunotherapy.
“Think about that, in my career, a complete reversal of fortune for immunotherapy to be something to being considered an outsider, not likely to ever work, to being the most prominent form of cancer therapy and the development of new cancer therapeutics in the world today,” said Lyerly.
He’s taken note of the people who are skeptical when it comes to the new mRNA vaccines, but he thinks their concern is misplaced.
“You have mRNAs – billions of mRNA copies in your body right now. And so, to be concerned that the introduction of an mRNA coding of a viral protein is going to be harmful to you, again, doesn’t make a lot of sense to me, because if you happen to be infected with a coronavirus, you’re going to have a thousand times more mRNAs from the virus invading your body. So, the way to protect yourself from disease-causing mRNAs in your body is to vaccinate yourself,” he said.
Zach Hartman believes this technology will change the way we treat cancers completely.
“I think that within my lifetime, we will see cancer as a more managed disease,” said Hartman. “We’re going to turn the dial and be able to treat more and more of these kinds of cancers in the coming years and decades to where it’s not quite the same sentence it was 20 or 30 years ago. I don’t think we’ll ever be able to rid the world of cancer, but I think we will be able to prevent a lot of cancers, and then a lot of cancers that we’ll be able to catch early and treat, we’ll have very effective treatments.” | https://www.wfla.com/news/national/how-close-are-we-to-a-cancer-vaccine-duke-scientists-say-theyre-closing-in/ | 2022-04-13T12:44:08 | 0 | https://www.wfla.com/news/national/how-close-are-we-to-a-cancer-vaccine-duke-scientists-say-theyre-closing-in/ |
Florida panther struck and killed by vehicle is the 10th this year, officials say
MOORE HAVEN, Fla. - An endangered Florida panther has died after being struck by a vehicle.
It’s the 10th panther death attributed to fatal collisions, out of 10 total deaths this year, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.
The remains of the 4-year-old female panther were found Monday along a rural road in western Glades County, wildlife officials said.
Florida panthers once roamed the entire Southeast, but now their habitat mostly is confined to a small region of Florida along the Gulf of Mexico. Up to 230 Florida panthers remain in the wild.
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The Newell Creative Kitchen brings a new source of kitchen inspiration through immersive cooking content including new farmer's market recipes from viral TikTok sensation Jeremy Scheck
ATLANTA, April 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Newell Brands Inc. (NASDAQ: NWL) announced the launch of the Newell Creative Kitchen, the company's first multi-purpose, brick-and-mortar kitchen space located in Hoboken, New Jersey. The versatile space caters to virtual and in-person events and serves as a hub for content creation and kitchen inspiration, connecting people with the latest food and kitchen trends. Newell Creative Kitchen provides an avenue to showcase the latest innovations from Newell Brands' family of leading home and kitchen brands including Rubbermaid, Ball, Calphalon, FoodSaver, Sistema, CrockPot, and Mr. Coffee.
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As life continues to be lived in the kitchen, and at the home, the Newell Creative Kitchen is a new, collaborative way for Newell Brands to keep a pulse on category trends to further delight and engage foodies. The Newell Creative Kitchen exists as a direct extension of Newell Brands' purpose to enhance and brighten consumer's lives at home by creating moments of joy and peace of mind.
"As a destination for home and kitchen brands, we know that the kitchen is so much more than food, it's the heart of the home," said Kris Malkoski, Business Unit CEO, Home Solutions Unit at Newell Brands. "We are pleased to offer the Newell Creative Kitchen as an outlet that fosters inventive thinking and sparks discovery for consumers at home."
The Newell Creative Kitchen will serve up a steady stream of inspiration for consumers, acting as a content incubator where creators can seamlessly produce and share videos, tutorials and more. Newell Creative Kitchen kicks off with TikTok star, Jeremy Scheck @ScheckEats to share new recipes packed with fresh farmer's market produce.
"I love spending time in the kitchen creating flavorful recipes that people can easily modify with ingredients they have on hand," said Jeremy Scheck. "I am excited to partner with the Newell Creative Kitchen to inspire people in their own kitchens this spring with fresh and flavorful creations that show how to use all kinds of produce throughout the farmer's market season."
Conceptualized by global design and architecture firm Perkins&Will and constructed in partnership with Schimenti Construction Company, the Newell Creative Kitchen caters to an intimate audience setting and is equipped with a pristine pantry organized and stocked with the latest innovations from Newell Brands, a flexible meeting area, and an outdoor patio. It is packed with integrated production elements including reclaimed sound-rated ceilings, multi-layered lighting, and complex audio-visual equipment, optimal for content creation.
The newly renovated 5,000 sq. ft. space is part of a freestanding 19th century building, steps from the Hudson River and can host up to 40 people. As a long-standing part of the New Jersey community, Newell Brands looks forward to opening the space to the Hoboken community and local organizations.
Content produced from the Newell Creative Kitchen can be found on the website, YouTube channel or by starting to follow the hashtag #NewellKitchen on Instagram and TikTok.
To follow along with Jeremy's farmer's market recipes and for additional kitchen inspiration, visit www.newellcreativekitchen.com.
About Newell Brands
Newell Brands (NASDAQ: NWL) is a leading global consumer goods company with a strong portfolio of well-known brands, including Rubbermaid, FoodSaver, Calphalon, Sistema, Sharpie, Paper Mate, Dymo, EXPO, Elmer's, Yankee Candle, Graco, NUK, Rubbermaid Commercial Products, Spontex, Coleman, Campingaz, Oster, Sunbeam and Mr. Coffee. Newell Brands' beloved, planet friendly brands enhance and brighten consumers lives at home and outside by creating moments of joy, building confidence and providing peace of mind.
This press release and additional information about Newell Brands are available on the company's website, www.newellbrands.com.
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Gilbert Gottfried: Reactions flood social media following death of comedy icon
Legendary comedian and actor Gilbert Gottfried, known for his iconic raspy voice and crude jokes, has died at the age of 67.
Gottfried died from recurrent ventricular tachycardia due to myotonic dystrophy type II, a disorder that affects the heart, his publicist and longtime friend Glenn Schwartz said in a statement.
Reactions from celebrities and fellow comedians poured onto social media platforms to memorialize the late star.
FILE - Gilbert Gottfried visits Build Series to discuss "Gilbert" at Build Studio on Nov. 3, 2017 in New York City.
Jason Alexander, known for his role as George Costanza on NBC’s hit series "Seinfeld," wrote on Twitter: "Gilbert Gottfried made me laugh at times when laughter did not come easily. What a gift. I did not know him well but I loved what he shared with me. My best wishes and sympathy to his family. #ripGilbertGottfried."
Former late-night talk show host, Jon Stewart also tweeted: "RIP Gilbert. Opening for Gilbert Gottfried at Carolines and Princeton Catch was one of the great thrills of my early stand up life. He could leave you gasping for breath…just indescribably unusually hilarious…Damn."
Marlee Matlin, one of the stars in the Oscar-winning movie "CODA," recounted a time she was pranked by Gottfried.
"I am so sad to read about the passing of Gilbert Gottfried. Funny, politically incorrect but a softie on the inside. We met many times; he even pranked me on a plane, replacing my interpreter @655jack (they're like twins). Sending love to Dara & his children. RIP #gilbertgottfried."
Fellow comedian Steve Hofstetter posted on Twitter saying, "When comedians turned to Zoom, I had the privilege of helping Gilbert Gottfried & his wife Dara set up his lights and green screen - to perform a new version of an art he'd mastered before I was even born. A kind man. An excellent comic. A memory I treasure. He will be missed."
And more reactions continued to flood social media.
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SAN FRANCISCO, April 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Callan, a leading institutional investment consulting firm, announced today that Nicole Wubbena joined the firm's Global Manager Research group (GMR) as a senior vice president and research consultant on April 11. Ms. Wubbena brings more than 12 years of research consulting experience, and will focus on U.S. and international public equity manager research. She reports to GMR head Mark Stahl, CFA, senior vice president, and is based in Callan's Chicago office.
"I am thrilled to join the Global Manager Research team," said Ms. Wubbena. "I appreciate the depth of collaboration that exists between the research and consulting teams in delivering solutions to clients. Most importantly, the Callan culture, which is welcoming and rooted in inclusiveness, is unparalleled in this industry and one that I am proud to be a part of."
Most recently, Ms. Wubbena was an associate partner at Aon where she led the U.S. equity manager research team, conducting manager due diligence and selection and portfolio construction and monitoring. She was also a member of the Equity Portfolio Construction Committee. Prior to Aon, she was a consulting group analyst for Morgan Stanley. Ms. Wubbena earned her BA in human biology from Stanford University.
"We are excited and lucky to have Nicole become part of Callan's Global Manager Research Group," said Mr. Stahl. "Her experience and knowledge regarding both the investment manager universe and equity markets will enhance our research efforts and benefit our clients. In addition, her professional and thoughtful demeanor fits seamlessly into the Callan culture."
About Callan
Callan was founded as an employee-owned investment consulting firm in 1973. Ever since, we have empowered institutional clients with creative, customized investment solutions backed by proprietary research, exclusive data, and ongoing education. Today, Callan advises on more than $3 trillion in total fund sponsor assets, which makes it among the largest independently owned investment consulting firms in the U.S. Callan uses a client-focused consulting model to serve pension and defined contribution plan sponsors, endowments, foundations, independent investment advisers, investment managers, and other asset owners. Callan has six offices throughout the U.S. Learn more at callan.com.
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Global COVID-19 cases and deaths fall for 3rd consecutive week, WHO says
The number of new coronavirus cases and deaths reported to the World Health Organization fell for a third consecutive week, a trend likely helped by the dismantling of testing and surveillance programs.
In its latest weekly report on the pandemic, issued late Tuesday, the U.N. health agency said the more than 7 million new cases reported represented a 24% decline from a week earlier. The weekly worldwide number of COVID-19 deaths, was down 18%, at over 22,000.
WHO said the decreases "should be interpreted with caution" as numerous countries where the virus is starting to subside have changed their testing strategies, meaning far fewer cases are being identified.
New cases and deaths are falling in every region of the world, including the Western Pacific, where a surge of infections has triggered severe lockdown measures in China.
FILE - Students in the 12-15 years age group get inoculated against Covid-19 during a special vaccination drive by Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation (NMMC) for school students of DAV Public School, Nerul, Seawoods, on April 5, 2022, in Navi Mumbai, I
WHO said it was monitoring several mutants of the virus descended from the omicron variant, including some recombined forms of existing omicron subvariants.
In a separate statement, the health organization said scientists in Botswana and South Africa have detected new forms of the omicron variant, labeled as BA.4 and BA.5, but aren’t sure yet if they might be more transmissible or dangerous.
To date, the new versions of omicron have been detected in four people in Botswana and 23 people in South Africa. Beyond Africa, scientists have confirmed cases in Belgium, Denmark, Germany and the United Kingdom.
WHO said there was so far no evidence the new sub-variants spread any differently than the original omicron variant.
"There is no cause for alarm with the emergence of the new sub-variants," Dr. Matshidiso Moeti, WHO’s Africa director, said in a statement. "We are not yet observing a major spike in cases, hospitalizations or deaths."
The agency called on all countries to sequence at least 5% of their COVID-19 samples; many countries, including Britain, Sweden and the United States, recently scrapped their widespread testing programs as the number of severe cases dramatically declined.
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Still, the U.S. will soon mark 1 million COVID-19 deaths, and the virus is continuing to cause concern in China.
Officials warn Shanghai still doesn’t have its latest surge in omicron-involved cases under control despite a "zero-tolerance" approach that has seen some residents confined to their homes for three weeks or longer.
The lockdown has led to frustration among Shanghai residents about running out of food and unable to get deliveries. Censors have diligently scrubbed complaints from social media.
State-controlled outlets describe a successful campaign to provide food and other supplies and counseled residents that "persistence is victory."
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TORONTO, April 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - Odd Burger Corporation (TSXV: ODD) (OTCQB: ODDAF) (FSE: IA9), one of the world's first vegan fast-food chains and the first to go public, today announced new developments in its Eastern Canada locations in Ontario.
Construction is now complete at Odd Burger's new location in Whitby, ON. The North Whitby spot at 150 Taunton Road West takes advantage of a busy shopping hub anchored by Loblaws and Walmart, in a community with young demographic drivers. The grand opening is slated for late April, with specific dates to be announced on the Company's social media accounts.
Construction has also commenced at Odd Burger's Brampton, ON location at 9055 Airport Road, Building J Unit 7 and is expected to be completed by Summer 2022. The Brampton location is situated near major highways such as the 410, 407 and 427, as well as near big-box retailers, grocery stores, and gyms.
In additon, permits for the Odd Burger Toronto East location at 731 Broadview Avenue will soon be resubmitted, after the landlord has agreed to rectify structural difficiencies with the building.
Completion of these new locations will bring the chain's total number of operational stores to nine.
"These new locations are a great addition to the GTA and to continuing our presence in Southwestern Ontario," said James McInnes, Odd Burger co-founder and CEO. "As we begin expanding throughout North America to become a global brand, we are still seeing tremendous demand locally, and the potential for expansion into new communities here."
Odd Burger's new locations follow the successful model of compact footprints optimized for fast service, takeout and delivery, affordability, and simplified employee training. Odd Burger smart kitchens feature modern on-demand cooking technology, online ordering, self-checkout kiosks, and cashless transactions. For images of store interiors, menu items, and more please visit https://oddburger.com/pages/press-1.
Odd Burger creates, manufactures, and distributes its own proprietary plant-based proteins and dairy alternatives such as burgers, "ChickUn," sausage, and mac and cheese to make plant-based eating as affordable, mainstream, healthy, and satisfying as it gets.
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Odd Burger Corporation is a chain of company-owned and franchised vegan fast-food restaurants as well as a food technology company that manufactures and distributes a line of plant-based protein and dairy alternatives under the brand Preposterous Foods to foodservice channels. Odd Burger restaurants operate as smart kitchens, which use state-of-the art cooking technology and automation solutions to deliver a delicious food experience to customers craving healthier and more sustainable fast food. With small store footprints optimized for delivery and takeout, advanced cooking technology, competitive pricing, a vertically integrated supply chain along with healthier ingredients, Odd Burger is revolutionizing the fast-food industry by creating guilt-free fast food. Odd Burger Corporation is traded on the TSX Venture Exchange under the symbol ODD, on the OTCQB under ODDAF, and the Frankfurt Stock Exchange under IA9. For more information visit https://www.oddburger.com.
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Honda investing $40 billion over next decade in massive shift to electric vehicles
TOKYO (AP) - Honda is investing 5 trillion yen ($40 billion) over the next decade in research, especially to realize a major shift to ecological electric vehicles, the Japanese automaker said Tuesday.
The products and services in the works will account for more than half of its 8 trillion yen ($64 billion) research and development budget in that time and will be tailored for each major market, the U.S., China and Japan.
Efforts in North America will focus on the collaboration with General Motors Co., under which Honda Motor Co. is jointly developing two midsize to large EV models, set for sale in 2024.
By 2027, also under its alliance with GM, Honda plans to offer an affordable electric vehicle that’s competitive with gas-powered models in performance and pricing.
Top automakers are accelerating electric car offerings amid pressing concerns about climate change, while also employing new kinds of fuel, such as biofuel and hydrogen-powered fuel cells.
Honda will launch 30 EV models globally by 2030, targeting production of more than 2 million vehicles a year, according to the maker of the Accord sedan, Asimo robot and Gold Wing motorcycles.
They will span the whole range of models, from tiny vans to muscular sportscars.
"We will continue to deliver the kind of fun in driving that our customers have come to expect from Honda," said Chief Executive Toshihiro Mibe.
In China, where the move to electric vehicles is especially bullish, Honda is introducing 10 new EV models by 2027.
Toshihiro Mibe, president and chief executive officer of Honda Motor Co., pauses during a news conference in Tokyo, Japan, on Tuesday, April 12, 2022.
In Japan, a market dominated by gas-electric hybrids, Honda will start with small commercial vehicles, such as delivery vans.
Businesses are likely to be more open to such investment because of the Japanese government’s sustainability goals, officials said.
A commercial-use mini-EV model at the 1 million yen ($8,000) price range will go on sale in Japan in 2024, while other EVs, including sport-utility models, for regular consumers will follow, they said.
By the late 2020s, Honda hopes to have a breakthrough on next-generation batteries.
It also will develop related software since electric vehicles need recharging infrastructure and could add features such as robotics and avatars.
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Based on a survey of nearly 1,000 American office workers 1:
- 77% feel positive about returning to the office2
- Only 32% feel their company's health and safety measures are excellent 1
- 29% feel pressured to come into the office when sick1
- A comprehensive, well-enforced hygiene program is key to instilling confidence among office workers
PARSIPPANY, N.J., April 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- A survey of almost 1,000 American office workers, commissioned by Reckitt's Lysol Pro Solutions and conducted by Suzy™, reveals that while 94% are currently going into work at least once a week 1, only 32% rate the measures taken by their employers to protect them from the spread of illness-causing germs in the office as excellent.1
Over a quarter (29%) even report continued pressure from their management to come into the office while sick during the pandemic 1 and almost half (47%) admit to knowingly not following hygiene protocols. 1 These findings are striking as America returns to the office against the backdrop of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
The survey, conducted in March 2022, underscores the importance of an effective and well-enforced office hygiene program to protect and inspire confidence among employees. Key findings include:
- Workers feel positive about returning to the office – but germ concern persists:
- Workers feel that their companies' hygiene programs leave room for improvement:
- Workers want control over hygiene:
- Attitudes towards workplace hygiene are changing but need to evolve further:
Dr. Lisa Ackerley, Director, Medical and Scientific Engagement, Hygiene, at Reckitt's Lysol Pro Solutions, comments:
"After two years of remote and hybrid working, many Americans are eager to return to the office. However, our survey shows that many office workers feel that their employer could do more – both in terms of implementing hygiene protocols that help to protect them, and providing them with the education and products to protect themselves in the workplace.
"The office environment – where groups of people share spaces – can be a major source for virus and bacterial transmission – not just COVID-19. Germs typically spread via hands to and from surfaces such as keyboards and work surfaces, particularly when people are hot-desking. In addition, offices contain many other shared items and surfaces such as door handles, bannisters, photocopiers, meeting room tables and kitchen surfaces and equipment. Disinfection is key to helping break the chain of germ transmission via these surfaces. This must be combined with good hand hygiene and encouraging employees to stay home when sick.
"While employers should protect their employees when they are in the office, the survey shows that employees also want to do more to protect themselves and their co-workers. A comprehensive office hygiene program should encourage employees to get involved in helping prevent the spread of germs.
"Combined together, these measures can make a real difference not only to improving cleanliness but also showing that the company is nurturing a culture of care for its employees."
Employers can turn to specialists such as Lysol Pro Solutions to help them take the appropriate measures to protect their staff from the spread of germs on surfaces in the office. Lysol Pro Solutions has drawn on its deep understanding of how people move and interact within a space – with a focus on high touch, high traffic areas within those spaces – to create solutions to protect people outside of the home.
Complemented by Reckitt's science expertise and world-renowned research on illness-causing pathogens, Lysol Pro Solutions' programs successfully incorporate enhanced measures for protection and science-based training on when, how and what products to use to clean, disinfect and create protected spaces.
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ABOUT LYSOL® PRO SOLUTIONS
Reckitt's Lysol Pro Solutions harnesses the power of Lysol to help protect businesses and public spaces from the spread of germs. In today's world, consumers have increased hygiene expectations which makes germ-protection more critical than ever. The comprehensive approach from Lysol Pro Solutions incorporates science-backed protocols and training, EPA-approved Lysol products and Lysol branded marketing materials and signage. Lysol Pro Solutions empowers businesses to demonstrate to their staff and customers a commitment to providing a trusted standard for protection.
ABOUT RECKITT
Reckitt* is driven by its purpose to protect, heal and nurture in the relentless pursuit of a cleaner, healthier world. We fight to make access to the highest-quality hygiene, wellness and nourishment a right, not a privilege, for everyone. Reckitt is proud to have a stable of trusted household brands found in households in more than 190 countries. These include Enfamil, Nutramigen, Nurofen, Strepsils, Gaviscon, Mucinex, Durex, Scholl, Clearasil, Lysol, Dettol, Veet, Harpic, Cillit Bang, Mortein, Finish, Vanish, Calgon, Woolite, Air Wick and more. 20 million Reckitt products a day are bought by consumers globally.
Reckitt's passion to put consumers and people first, to seek out new opportunities, to strive for excellence in all that we do, and to build shared success with all our partners, while doing the right thing, always is what guides the work of our 40,000+ diverse and talented colleagues worldwide. For more information visit www.reckitt.com/us.
*Reckitt is the trading name of the Reckitt Benckiser group of companies
1 Survey conducted by Suzy™ in March 2022 and commissioned by Lysol Pro Solutions. It received 954 responses from office workers across the US with an equal male/female split.
2 Positive emotions chosen by respondents included: satisfied, content, happy, calm, relaxed, excited and delighted.
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Johnny Depp Trial: Witness testimony, allegations of abuse as trial moves forward
FAIRFAX COUNTY, Va. - A trial over libel allegations by Johnny Depp against his ex-wife, Amber Heard, will likely turn into a six-week, mudslinging soap opera, Heard's lawyers warned a Virginia jury Tuesday.
"You're going to see who the real Johnny Depp is — behind the fame, behind the pirate costumes," Heard lawyer J. Benjamin Rottenborn told the jury during opening statements in the civil trial. "Because Johnny Depp brought this case, all of this is going to come out."
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Depp sued Heard for libel in Fairfax County Circuit Court after she wrote an op-ed piece in The Washington Post in 2018 referring to herself as a "public figure representing domestic abuse."
Depp says the article indirectly defames him by referring to abuse allegations Heard made back in 2016. Depp denies abusing her.
In Tuesday's opening statements, Rottenborn said the evidence will show that Depp physically and sexually assaulted Heard on multiple occasions. But he told jurors that they don't need to make themselves referees of the couple's turbulent marriage if they focus on the basics of libel law.
He argued that Heard was exercising her First Amendment rights as an advocate when she wrote the article, which focused largely on the broad topic of domestic violence.
He also said the 2018 article did nothing to damage Depp's reputation. He noted that the abuse accusations had been public for two years already, and he said Depp's spiraling career was the result of his drinking and drug-using, which made him an unreliable commodity to Hollywood studios.
"This man's poor choices have brought him to this point," he said. "Stop blaming other people for your own self-created problems."
More than anything, though, he pointed out that the article in question never even mentions Depp's name.
Depp's lawyer, Benjamin Chew, acknowledged that Depp's name never appears in the piece.
"It didn't have to," Chew told the jury. "Everyone in Hollywood knew exactly what she was talking about."
Depp's team argues that the article is an example of "defamation by implication." In the December 2018 piece, Heard wrote that "two years ago, I became a public figure representing domestic abuse, and I felt the full force of our culture’s wrath for women who speak out."
Chew said that's a clear reference to a restraining order Heard sought in May 2016 — right after Depp told her he wanted a divorce — in which she claimed she'd been physically abused.
US actor Johnny Depp (C) is seen during the $50 million Depp vs Heard defamation trial at the Fairfax County Circuit Court in Fairfax, Virginia, on April 12, 2022. - Allegations of domestic abuse levelled against Depp by US actress Amber Heard have h
Chew said she showed up at the courthouse on May 27 of that year with a bruise on her face that was photographed by the paparazzi. But he said the evidence will show that Heard gave herself the injury to ruin Depp's reputation. He said that Depp and Heard hadn't seen each other since May 21: He'd gone on a European tour with his band, the Hollywood Vampires.
Police and others saw Heard immediately after May 21 and her face wasn't bruised, Chew said. He said a witness will testify that he saw security footage in which Heard's sister throws fake punches at her, and the two laugh.
Another of Depp's lawyers, Camille Vasquez, told the jury that Heard refuses to admit she lied and has now dug in even deeper.
"She can't back down. She has been living and breathing this lie for years," Vasquez said. "She's going to give the performance of a lifetime in this courtroom."
Both Depp and Heard are expected to testify at the trial, scheduled for six weeks, along with actors Paul Bettany and James Franco and tech entrepreneur Elon Musk.
About 80 people, mostly Depp supporters, sat in the courtroom Tuesday. Some people lined up hours early for seats, but several rows were largely vacant.
US actor Johnny Depp leaves the Fairfax County Circuit Court in Fairfax, Virginia, on April 11, 2022. - US actor Johnny Depp filed a defamation lawsuit against his former wife, US actress Amber Heard, after she wrote an op-ed in The Washington Post i
The courtroom went silent a few minutes before the 10 a.m. start time when Heard entered the room, through a special entrance usually reserved for the judge. But there was an audible intake of breath when Depp came in a minute later, again through a special entrance. At the end of the day, after the jury had left the courtroom, Depp turned and saluted the gallery as he exited, receiving dozens of excited waves in return.
The first witness Tuesday afternoon was Depp's older sister, Christi Dembrowski. She said the pair endured a difficult childhood in which Depp learned to hide from an abusive mother.
She said she saw the same pattern in Depp's relationship with Heard. She said that when she booked travel for the couple in her role as Depp's personal manager, she booked an extra hotel room so Depp would have somewhere to hide if Heard started a fight.
Dembrowski struggled on cross-examination, though, when she was asked why she sent texts to Depp in February 2014 that said, "Stop drinking. Stop coke. Stop pills." She was unwilling to acknowledge she had a concern about Depp's drinking and drug use.
"I don't know what they were in reference to," she said.
Heard's lawyers have argued that Depp has no credibility when he denies abusing Heard because he frequently drank and used drugs to the point of blacking out and failing to remember anything he did.
Model, Amber Heard, and her now ex-husband, Johnny Depp, leave Southport Magistrates Court, Queensland, April 18, 2016. Heard received a fine for bringing pet dogs, Pistol and Boo, illegally into Australia in 2015. (Photo by Robert Shakespeare/Fairfa
Depp, who almost always faced forward during the trial, glared at Rottenborn for an extended period after the questioning of Depp's sister ended for the day.
A civil jury of seven members, plus four alternates, was selected Monday to hear the case.
Heard's lawyers had sought to have the case tried in California, where the actors reside. But a judge ruled that Depp was within his rights to bring the case in Virginia because The Washington Post's computer servers for its online edition are located in the county. Depp’s lawyers have said they brought the case in Virginia in part because the laws here are more favorable to their case.
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Jussie Smollett releases new song, 'Thank You God,' after he's released from jail: 'You got the wrong one'
CHICAGO - Jussie Smollett has been out of jail for three weeks and has now released a new song called "Thank You God."
The former "Empire" star shared the single on his Instagram account, which according to his bio is "currently run by" the Smollett family.
In the caption of the post, it's noted that "100% of the profits will be donated" to Rainbow Push Coalition, the Illinois Innocence Project and Secure the Bag Safety.
The one-minute preview on social media starts with a clip that reads: "CHANNELING THESE THOUGHTS THE BEST WAY I KNOW HOW. LOVE YOU… - JUSSIE."
Smollett then sings: "It’s like they’re hell-bent on not solving the crime / Taking out the elements of race and trans and homophobia that’s straight taking lives / But turn around and act like I’m the one that killed the strides."
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Elsewhere on the track, he says, "Some people searching for fame / Some people chasing that clout / Just remember this ... this ain’t that situation / You think I’m stupid enough to kill my reputation."
"Just simply to look like a victim / Like it's something fun / Y'all better look at someone else / You got the wrong one."
Actor Jussie Smollett speaks to Judge James Linn after his sentence is read on March 10, 2022, at the Leighton Criminal Court Building in Chicago. (Brian Cassella/Chicago Tribune/Tribune News Service via Getty Images)
On March 16, Smollett was released from Cook County Jail in Chicago, Illinois, after a court gave the OK pending an appeal of his conviction.
He had spent six days behind bars of his 150-day sentence after he was convicted of lying to Chicago police about being the victim of a hate crime in 2019. The actor was convicted on five felony counts of disorderly conduct for lying to police.
Last month, an appeals court, in a 2-1 decision, said Smollett could be released after posting a personal recognizance bond of $150,000, meaning he doesn't have to lay down money but agrees to show up for court as required.
During his sentencing, Smollett maintained his innocence.
Reps for Smollett did not immediately respond to Fox News' request for comment.
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NEW YORK, April 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Oliver Wyman, a global management consulting firm and business of Marsh McLennan (NYSE: MMC) today announced it has acquired a minority stake in Blue Orange Digital, a data science, machine learning, and data visualization firm.
"We have worked with Blue Orange Digital on several projects and have been very impressed with their technical abilities," said Vivek Sen, a Partner with Oliver Wyman and Americas Head of Digital. "Our Digital practice is rapidly growing and investing in Blue Orange Digital will allow us to help our clients optimize and automate their businesses faster and more efficiently."
Josh Miramant, CEO and founder of Blue Orange Digital said, "Oliver Wyman is a leader in the consulting world and we are proud to partner with them and help deliver data science solutions to their clients."
Working together, Oliver Wyman and Blue Orange Digital will help clients unlock the power of data and advanced analytics to generate new sources of value and modernize their data environments.
In the past six months, Oliver Wyman has made several strategic investments. The firm acquired Huron's life sciences strategy consulting practice in November. In February Oliver Wyman acquired Azure Consulting, a premium boutique management consulting firm with offices in Perth and Melbourne. Earlier this month, the firm entered into an agreement to acquire Booz Allen Hamilton's management consulting business serving the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region.
About Blue Orange Digital
Blue Orange Digital is a data science, machine learning, and data visualization firm that works with businesses to implement data-driven analytic techniques derived from statistical modeling and data science. Blue Orange Digital has a team of passionate data engineers, PhDs, data scientists, and visualization experts.
About Oliver Wyman
Oliver Wyman is a global leader in management consulting. With offices in more than 70 cities across 29 countries, Oliver Wyman combines deep industry knowledge with specialized expertise in strategy, operations, risk management, and organization transformation. The firm has more than 5,000 professionals around the world who work with clients to optimize their business, improve their operations and risk profile, and accelerate their organizational performance to seize the most attractive opportunities. Oliver Wyman is a business of Marsh McLennan [NYSE: MMC]. For more information, visit www.oliverwyman.com. Follow Oliver Wyman on Twitter @OliverWyman.
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Madonna’s ‘Material Girl’ dress to hit the auction block, could go for $200K
Madonna’s iconic "Material Girl" dress is going under the hammer.
The hot pink satin gown worn by the pop star for her 1984 music video will be up for auction as part of Julien’s Auctions. The three-day event, titled "Music Icons," takes place from May 20-22 at the Hard Rock Cafe® New York and online at juliensauctions.com.
A spokesperson for Julien’s Auctions confirmed to FOX Business on Monday that the lot, which consists of the gown, a white faux fur stole from Edwards-Lowell of Beverly Hills, pink satin opera gloves and rhinestone bracelets is estimated at $100,000 to $200,000.
Madonna's "Material Girl" dress could fetch $200,000. (Julien's Auctions)
The iconic piece was originally made for the 1980 TV movie "Norma Jean." It was rented from the Palace Costume and Prop Co. for the singer to use in her "Material Girl" music video. The spokesperson also shared that the dress was later used in "Blonde," the 2001 TV movie exploring the life of Marilyn Monroe.
The lot also includes a 1-of-1 "Material Girl" Dress Animated NFT serving as the digital representation of the physical dress.
The music video, which celebrates its 38th anniversary this year, was inspired by Monroe’s "Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend" scene in the 1953 film "Gentlemen Prefer Blondes." The song gave Madonna one of her signature nicknames.
"Material Girl" reached the top five in Australia, Belgium, Canada, Ireland, Japan and the United Kingdom when it was released. It also reached the number two position on the Billboard Hot 100 in the United States.
Madonna's "Material Girl" dress could fetch $200,000. (Julien's Auctions)
In addition to the sought-after costume, the auction will also feature the original drum kit in the Quarry Men, the pre-Beatles group formed by John Lennon, a single sheet of handwritten lyrics to "Glory Road" by Bruce Springsteen, as well as Johnny Cash’s 1956 Martin brand, model D-21 acoustic guitar that was later gifted to his younger brother Tommy.
Julien's Auctions has sold other prominent pieces from Madonna's life and career, including her ivory satin halter gown worn in her 1990 "Vogue" music video, which sold for $179,200. Her "Material Girl" hot pink charmeuse silk headband with bow embellishment sold for $28,125, which was 14 times its original estimate. The auction house was also behind the sale of her MTV Video Music Award Moonman Award for Best Female Video of 1986-1987 for "Papa Don't Preach." That sold for $22,400.
"Julien’s Auctions is honored to unveil the first of many exceptional items of our upcoming Music Icons event with our exclusive offerings of these two highly sought-after pieces of music history from the Beatles and Madonna," said Darren Julien, president/chief executive officer of Julien’s Auctions. "The Quarry Men drum kit was front and center of the early formative years and transformation of the band’s sound and core membership of the Beatles and Madonna’s ‘Material Girl’ music video ensemble pink gown firmly established her as an icon and global phenomenon."
"These two lots with accompanying 1 of 1 NFTs will add extraordinary value to any museum or private collection and these remarkable and rare pop culture artifacts from the likes of Johnny Cash, Bruce Springsteen, Eddie Van Halen, Mick Jagger and other legends in our lineup are some of the most exciting pieces to be offered this auction season," he added.
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BOCA RATON, Fla., April 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Omega Healthcare, a leading technology-enabled healthcare management solutions provider, today announced its acquisition of ApexonHealth, an AI and automation-based revenue cycle management and payor solutions provider, and Vasta Global, a provider of real-world data abstraction and analytics for the oncology market.
ApexonHealth leverages its digital solutions to deliver comprehensive technology-enabled services for both providers and payors from revenue cycle management and coding to claims management and advanced analytics. ApexonHealth's cognitive and automation capabilities have significantly reduced manual effort and increased accuracy in claims adjudication strengthening its payor services. ApexonHealth's expertise in the healthcare payor sector will augment Omega's existing payor-focused offerings.
Vasta Global provides clinical data management with a focus on the oncology market and provides real-world evidence (RWE) data curation and analytics, clinical trial support, and cancer registry services for cancer centers. Vasta Global's customers span the entire healthcare ecosystem including providers, pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, and contract research organizations (CROs) that provide clinical trial management services.
The two acquisitions will complement Omega Healthcare's existing strengths in revenue cycle management and clinical data management for various medical registries including cancer, stroke, and trauma. These acquisitions are part of the strategy to accelerate Omega's journey in scaling its portfolio of AI- and data-analytics- based solutions to help healthcare clients optimize revenue while reducing cost through leveraging of big data and automation technology. With the recently completed acquisition of Reventics, Omega Healthcare will deliver an end-to-end revenue cycle management suite of solutions to healthcare providers, from analytics-driven clinical documentation improvement to platforms for payment data management. The Company will also expand its oncology-focused offering to now include big data capture and reporting to help healthcare providers and pharmaceutical companies leverage complex, longitudinal data to improve cancer treatment.
"We are pleased to welcome ApexonHealth and Vasta Global to the Omega family," commented Anurag Mehta, CEO of Omega Healthcare. "We've been very impressed by the vision and execution by the two management teams. Bringing together the Omega, ApexonHealth, and Vasta offerings together will unlock significant value to our clients."
"I am thrilled about this opportunity to join the Omega platform. Our mission to provide sustainable and scalable solutions to our clients is one that is shared by the Omega Healthcare team. With their broad capabilities, we are excited to offer our clients access to data curation, registry management, and machine learning solutions. Through this alliance, we reinforce our commitment to scientific discovery for patients through accelerated clinical research and real-world data," said Kinjal Vora, CEO of Vasta Global.
"We are pleased to welcome ApexonHealth and Vasta Global to the Omega family," commented Harsh Nanda, Managing Director and Head of Technology Private Equity within Goldman Sachs Asset Management. "With the acquisitions of Reventics, ApexonHealth, and Vasta Global, Omega now services more than 350 customers spanning the entire healthcare continuum with the support of robust technology-led solutions and insights. Together, we can help our clients enhance the patient experience while improving operational efficiency and strengthen our position as the partner of choice for the healthcare ecosystem."
EY was the exclusive financial and tax advisor to ApexonHealth on the transaction.
Avendus Capital was the exclusive financial advisor to Vasta Global on this transaction.
About Omega Healthcare:
Founded in 2003, Omega Healthcare helps payors, providers, and pharmaceutical companies eliminate administrative burdens, accelerate cash flow, and reduce health management costs while enhancing patient care. The company streamlines medical billing, coding, and collections processes and provides virtual nursing services, including triage, care continuation, clinical documentation improvement, and re-admittance avoidance. Combining the largest medical coding staff in the world with proprietary technology, analytics, and automation capabilities, Omega Healthcare provides the most comprehensive outsourced solutions in the industry and is ranked among the top revenue cycle management business process services by industry analysts.
Backed by the Private Equity business within Goldman Sachs Asset Management and Everstone Group, Omega Healthcare has more than 26,000 employees across the United States, India, and the Philippines.
About ApexonHealth:
Founded in 1996, ApexonHealth provides healthcare-focused digital solutions that combine the best of cutting-edge technology around machine learning, workflow automation, and business process automation to deliver comprehensive services for both providers and payors from revenue cycle management and coding to claims management and advanced analytics. Having helped 80+ healthcare organizations in 14+ years transform their RCM systems, ApexonHealth is actively involved and supports various healthcare bodies like the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA), American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC), and more.
About Vasta Global:
Vasta Global offers solutions for data management, clinical research, bioinformatics consulting, and business process outsourcing. With over a decade of experience in cancer research and medical information management, Vasta Global is committed to providing sustainable and scalable solutions for clinical research and bioinformatics needs. The company's information technology and data management solutions streamline and integrate research and patient care workflows while collecting quality data, achieving research goals, and shaping the clinical practice guidelines of tomorrow.
About Goldman Sachs Asset Management:
Bringing together traditional and alternative investments, Goldman Sachs Asset Management provides clients around the world with a dedicated partnership and focus on long-term performance. As the primary investing area within Goldman Sachs (NYSE: GS), we deliver investment and advisory services for the world's leading institutions, financial advisors and individuals, drawing from our deeply connected global network and tailored expert insights, across every region and market—overseeing more than $2 trillion in assets under supervision worldwide as of December 31, 2021. Driven by a passion for our clients' performance, we seek to build long-term relationships based on conviction, sustainable outcomes, and shared success over time. Follow us on LinkedIn.
About Everstone Capital Partners:
Everstone is a premier investment group focused on cross-border North America – Asia investments and domestic investments in India and Southeast Asia, with assets of ~US$7 billion across private equity, real estate, credit, climate change and green infrastructure, and venture capital. Everstone has a significant resource base across its seven offices in Singapore, India (Mumbai, Delhi, Bengaluru), New York, Mauritius and UAE, comprising best-of-breed investing, operations and strategic resources with extensive skills and experience.
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Orlando student saves pregnant co-worker hours after CPR training in school
ORLANDO, Fla. - A Central Florida students is a hero after saving a co-worker at his after school job just hours after learning CPR.
Daniel Navarro said he wasn't sure he'd ever use the training he learned at Lake Buena Vista High School in Orlando. But when his pregnant co-worker was found unresponsive, he didn't think – he just acted.
"I don't know if I feel like a hero, but I'm glad that I used it with her because now she's alive."
Florida students in 9th and 11th grade are now required to learn CPR. Local first responders lead the courses.
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"I was thinking if every 10-percent in every rotation gain some type of knowledge and retain information, it will be awesome. And the very next day we heard something and I was like ‘wow!’" said Vladamir Malakhov with Orange County Fire and Rescue.
Experts say the human brain can sustain up to 5 minutes without oxygen. CPR helps keep the blood flowing until medics arrive.
Daniel says his co-worker was dehydrated. Her blood pressure dropped and she collapsed. Thankfully he was in the right place at the right time and she's okay.
"She said thanks and thanks for giving me CPR you gave me. I said you're welcome."
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In another twist to this story, the first responders who arrived were also some of the people who trained the student earlier that day. The school also awarded Daniel a special certificate and gift bag for his quick-thinking.
Medical leaders want as many people as possible to know how to do CPR because a health emergency can happen anywhere.
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HO CHI MINH CITY, Vietnam, April 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Zeno Markets - a well-organized online broker - has just released a Detailed Review for their products and services, bonus, and reviews from experts. In 2022, Zeno Markets is more promising than ever and its development will live up to any of traders expectations.
What is Zeno Markets?
Founded in 2011, Zeno Markets is a broker specializing in Forex trading and CFDs. Zeno Markets offers a wide range of products, including forex, CFDs, cryptocurrencies, and commodities.
Fully Certified Legal Documents
Broker licenses should be the dominant element to be checked when traders look for a broker before trading. A licence guarantees that the broker is well regulated by a relevant body or authority.
An unregulated broker gives traders no legal power to claim traders' fund if taken. In a worst case scenario, traders lost all if a fraud takes place.
Common regulatory bodies that issue brokerage licenses are:
- Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC)
- Financial Conduct Authority (FCA)
- Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC)
Simple research showed that Zeno Markets Ltd. was established in St.Vincent by registered Grenadines. It is regulated by the Financial Services Authority under license no. 26368. Zeno Markets Ltd., owns and operates Zeno Market's website.
On its official website, Zeno Market claims to fully comply with all local policies and laws where it is operating. This is a safe broker for traders to start trading journey.
Astounding Products & Services
Zeno Markets offers CFD trading opportunities with 1,000+ financial instruments - a huge and appealing number to any investors.
Traders can find the following trading assets available offered by Zeno Markets:
- Currency Pairs: 70+ major, minor and exotic currency pairs in the world
- Cryptocurrencies: Top crypto pairs, including Bitcoin, Ripple and Ethereum
- Indices: NASDAQ, Spain 35, S&P 500. UK 100, Dow Jones 30, Europe 50,...
- CFDs: 2,000+ equity CFDs using high leverage to maximize profits
- Metals: from gold to zinc, just name it
- Commodities: Energies and metals, deep liquidity is on Zeno Markets
Generous Promotions and Bonuses
Unlike others, Zeno Markets offers less but better promotion and bonus. The bonus is withdrawable after trading volume meets the requirements.
Also, traders are welcome to bring a friend to earn referral bonuses, awarding in cash or relaxation trips. Zeno Markets's Partner program also suggests exclusive benefits of trading conditions and competitive offers.
Smart and Cutting-edge Trading Platform
Zeno Markets uses MetaTrader 5, the most trading platform worldwide and trusted by more than 90% of forex brokers. Mobile trading version is also available for "one-hand" traders.
MT5 is a multi-asset platform that provides tools for comprehensive analysis, EA trading, and copy trading. MT5 platform's strength offers more than 80 indicators, graphical objects, and any other kinds of orders. The platform is dedicated to facilitate the trading of CFDs, stocks, and futures.
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MT5 is equipped with in-depth functions to powerfully perform fundamental and qualitative analysis, not to mention technical and quantitative ones. Plenty of MT5 add-ons provided by the third-party services are also available to maximize trading experience (and profit, of course). Like no other of its kind, MetaTrader has emerged as a hub for algorithmic trading with millions of global users.
Particularly, MT5 Android allows traders to set up and execute trading strategy precisely in a blink. Try it and traders will see how 30 of the most essential technical indicators and 24 analytical objects such as lines, channels, geometric shapes, and tools such as Gann, Fibonacci, and Elliott bring the money to traders' hand.
Using the MT5 Platform, Zeno Markets takes a step ahead to improve and give priority to their customers' experience.
Pros and Cons at Zeno Markets
The benefits of trading with Zeno Markets:
- Advanced MT5 trading platform
- Good reviews from customers and experts
- Leverage up to 1:500
- Zero spread
- 24/5 customer support
- Competitive fees
- A wide range of trading products
- Easy-to-use website and mobile app
- Build a solid community for traders
- Website supports multi-language
Although Zeno Markets is considered a rookie broker in the Vietnam market, just a couple of bonus and promotion programs is not enough to attract local traders. The broker advisably needs to enhance its authenticity and superiority if they want to outstand the market.
Experts' review on Zeno Markets
Zeno Markets offers new traders a prevailing but handy platform. And the 24/5 customer support is available if any support is needed.
The 2011-established broker is recognized as a pioneer in providing a multi-asset platform with all popular trading assets, including Forex, contract CFDs, indices, metals, energies, and cryptocurrencies.
Zeno Markets is making steady moves to expand the market globally through local compliance, retail and commercial partnership. Being a newcomer in Vietnam trading market does not stop Zeno Markets from growing. The broker offers Vietnamese investors the most advanced trading experiences as well as a dedicated customer service team working around the clock to serve international standards to a local site.
Investment advices
Picking a reputable broker or a newly growing name, designing a trading strategy is more important. Don't trust anyone blindly with business or finances. The most reliable and unprejudiced review only eases traders' mind of choosing a safe broker, not to make a profit-guaranteed investment.
Leveraged trading, including financial instruments offered by the CFDs, carries a high level of risk since leverage can work both to traders' advantage and disadvantage. It may not be suitable for all investors because it is possible to lose all of the invested capital. Traders should never invest money that they cannot afford to lose. Before trading in the complex financial products offered, traders should understand the risks involved and their level of experience. Seek for independent advice at anytime needed.
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Russia has yet to slow Western countries' pouring of weapons into Ukraine
KYIV, Ukraine - Western weaponry pouring into Ukraine helped blunt Russia's initial offensive and seems certain to play a central role in the approaching, potentially decisive, battle for Ukraine's contested Donbas region. Yet the Russian military is making little headway halting what has become a historic arms express.
The U.S. numbers alone are mounting: more than 12,000 weapons designed to defeat armored vehicles, some 1,400 shoulder-fired Stinger missiles to shoot down aircraft and more than 50 million rounds of ammunition, among many other things. Dozens of other nations are adding to the totals.
The Biden administration is preparing yet another, more diverse, package of military support possibly totaling $750 million to be announced in the coming days, a senior U.S. defense official said Tuesday. The official spoke on the condition of anonymity to discuss plans not yet publicly announced. The additional aid is a sign that the administration intends to continue expanding its support for Ukraine's war effort.
FILE - President Joe Biden speaks to members of the media prior to boarding Air Force One at Des Moines International Airport in Des Moines, Iowa, on April 12, 2022. (Photo by MANDEL NGAN/AFP via Getty Images)
These armaments have helped an under-gunned Ukrainian military defy predictions that it would be quickly overrun by Russia. They explain in part why Russian President Vladimir Putin’s army gave up, at least for now, its attempt to capture Kyiv, the capital, and has narrowed its focus to battling for eastern and southern Ukraine.
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U.S. officials and analysts offer numerous explanations for why the Russians have had so little success interdicting Western arms moving overland from neighboring countries, including Poland. Among the likely reasons: Russia's failure to win full control of Ukraine's skies has limited its use of air power. Also, the Russians have struggled to deliver weapons and supplies to their own troops in Ukraine.
Some say Moscow's problem begins at home.
"The short answer to the question is that they are an epically incompetent army badly led from the very top," said James Stavridis, a retired U.S. Navy admiral who was the top NATO commander in Europe from 2009 to 2013.
The Russians also face practical obstacles. Robert G. Bell, a longtime NATO official and now a professor at the Sam Nunn School of International Affairs at Georgia Tech University, said the shipments lend themselves to being hidden or disguised in ways that can make them elusive to the Russians — "short of having a network of espionage on the scene" to pinpoint the convoys' movements.
Ukrainian artillery shells Russian troops' position on the front line near Lysychansk in the Luhansk region on April 12, 2022. (Photo by ANATOLII STEPANOV/AFP via Getty Images)
"It’s not as easy to stop this assistance flow as it might seem," said Stephen Biddle, a professor of international and public affairs at Columbia University. "Things like ammunition and shoulder-fired missiles can be transported in trucks that look just like any other commercial truck. And the trucks carrying the munitions the Russians want to interdict are just a small part of a much larger flow of goods and commerce moving around in Poland and Ukraine and across the border.
"So the Russians have to find the needle in this very big haystack to destroy the weapons and ammo they’re after and not waste scarce munitions on trucks full of printer paper or baby diapers or who knows what."
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Even with this Western assistance it's uncertain whether Ukraine will ultimately prevail against a bigger Russian force. The Biden administration has drawn the line at committing U.S. troops to the fight. It has opted instead to orchestrate international condemnation and economic sanctions, provide intelligence information, bolster NATO's eastern flank to deter a wider war with Russia and donate weapons.
In mid-March, a Russian deputy foreign minister, Sergei Ryabkov, said arms shipments would be targeted.
"We warned the United States that pumping weapons into Ukraine from a number of countries as it has orchestrated isn’t just a dangerous move but an action that turns the respective convoys into legitimate targets," he said in televised remarks.
But thus far the Russians appear not to have put a high priority on arms interdiction, perhaps because their air force is leery of flying into Ukraine's air defenses to search out and attack supply convoys on the move. They have struck fixed sites like arms depots and fuel storage locations, but to limited effect.
On Monday, the Russians said they destroyed four S-300 surface-to-air missile launchers that had been given to Ukraine by an unspecified European country. Slovakia, a NATO member that shares a border with Ukraine, donated just such a system last week but denied it had been destroyed. On Tuesday, the Russian Ministry of Defense said long-range missiles were used to hit two Ukrainian ammo depots.
As the fighting intensifies in the Donbas and perhaps along the coastal corridor to the Russian-ann
exed Crimean Peninsula, Putin may feel compelled to strike harder at the arms pipeline, which Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has called vital to his nation's survival.
In the meantime, a staggering volume and range of war material is arriving almost daily.
"The scope and speed of our support to meeting Ukraine’s defense needs are unprecedented in modern times," said John Kirby, the Pentagon press secretary. He said the approximately $2.5 billion in weapons and other material that has been offered to Ukraine since the beginning of the Biden administration is equivalent to more than half of Ukraine's normal defense budget.
One example: The Pentagon says it has provided more than 5,000 Javelin missiles, which are among the world's most effective weapons against tanks and other armored vehicles — and can even take down a low-flying helicopter. The missile, shaped like a clunky dumb bell and weighing 50 pounds (23 kilograms), is fired by an individual soldier; from its launch tube it flies up at a steep angle and descends directly onto its target in what its known as a curveball shot — hitting the top of a tank where its armor is weakest.
The specific routes used to move the U.S. and other Western materials into Ukraine are secret for security reasons, but the basic process is not. Just this week, two U.S. military cargo planes arrived in Eastern Europe with items ranging from machine guns and small arms ammunition to body armor and grenades, the Pentagon said.
A similar load is due later this week to complete delivery of $800 million in assistance approved by President Joe Biden just one month ago. The weapons and equipment are offloaded, moved onto trucks and driven into Ukraine by Ukrainian soldiers for delivery.
Kirby said the material sometimes reaches troops in the field within 48 hours of entering Ukraine.
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OSLO, Norway, April 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Opera Limited (NASDAQ: OPRA), one of the world's major browser developers and a leading internet consumer brand, will report its first quarter 2022 results before the market opens on Thursday, April 28th, 2022. The quarterly report will be available on the investor relations section of our website at https://investor.opera.com.
Management will host a conference call to discuss the first quarter 2022 financial results on Thursday, April 28th at 8:00 am Eastern Time (EST).
A live webcast of the conference call will be available on the investor relations section of the website at https://investor.opera.com.
Listeners may also access the call by dialing the following numbers:
United States: +1 800-895-3361
China: +10-800-714-1507 or +10-800-140-1382
Hong Kong: +80-090-1494
Norway: +47 80-01-3780
United Kingdom: +44 0-808-101-1183
International: +1 785-424-1744
Confirmation Code: OPRAQ122
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Opera is a global web innovator. Opera's browsers, news products and fintech solutions are the trusted choice of hundreds of millions of users worldwide. Opera is headquartered in Oslo, Norway and listed on the NASDAQ stock exchange (OPRA).
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Police: 2 arrested after road rage incident leads to stabbing in Largo
LARGO, Fla. - Largo police say two people have been arrested after one person was stabbed in the neck following a road rage incident.
Investigators said it started when two vehicles traveling along Roosevelt Boulevard escalated into a road rage situation on Tuesday, but the victim continued to his destination, a smoothie store, to purchase a drink.
When the victim exited the store, located at 2695 Roosevelt Boulevard, he found the subjects from the other car ready to confront him, police said.
A juvenile female began screaming at him, according to officers, and then spit on him.
In retaliation, the victim "defends himself by dumping the smoothie on her" before the juvenile spit on him a second time.
That's when police said 25-year-old Andrew Armer got out of his car and stabbed the victim in the neck, causing a two-inch laceration.
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Investigators said the victim stumbled back into the smoothie store and collapsed at the front counter.
Largo police said Armer and the juvenile then attempted to flee the area in their vehicle, but two officers who were across Roosevelt Boulevard and heard the disturbance were able to quickly stop them.
The two officers detained Armer and the juvenile while back-up officers began immediate first aid on the victim, who was then transported to Bayfront Medical Center. He is listed in stable condition.
According to public records, Armer has been arrested several times before in Pinellas County, including multiple charges for felony battery.
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Comprehensive platform within Oracle Cloud HCM gives HR and business leaders tools to support employee success with new solutions for listening, communication, productivity, and engagement
AUSTIN, Texas, April 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Oracle today announced Oracle ME, a complete employee experience platform to help organizations increase employee engagement and ensure employee success. Part of Oracle Fusion Cloud Human Capital Management (HCM), Oracle ME enables HR and business leaders to streamline communications across the organization, increase productivity by guiding employees through complex tasks, and improve talent retention by developing a more supportive and trusted environment at work.
The events over the past two years have changed the game for the global workforce – people's expectations for what they want and need from their employers have evolved. According to the most recent Oracle AI@Work study, 85 percent of the global workforce are not satisfied with their employer's support for their careers, and 87 percent believe their organization should be doing more to listen to the needs of its workforce. This has put increasing pressure on organizations to prioritize the employee experience, but without truly understanding the needs of individual workers, it's difficult for HR and business leaders to design workplace experiences that support their employees through their careers and help them thrive personally and professionally. Personal priorities are driving professional decisions and workers are looking for guidance on how to succeed in their careers while balancing personal demands.
"Employees want to feel heard, empowered, and part of a culture they believe in. To meet these expectations, organizations need to step up and design experiences that meet the unique needs of their talent – or risk losing them to competitors that do," said Yvette Cameron, senior vice president of global product strategy, Oracle Cloud HCM. "Part of designing better experiences involves seeing employees as unique individuals with their own needs, goals, and ways of getting things done. Oracle ME is all about converging workers' information, critical insights, workflows, and preferences with a technology-enabled solution to give each individual something they can call 'my experience'. It's the only complete employee experience platform focused on understanding the 'me' behind every worker, providing organizations new ways to listen to, communicate with, support, and develop their hybrid workforce."
Oracle ME delivers a better way to work by providing contextual and guided experiences that strengthen workplace relationships and allow employees to provide continuous feedback with their managers. Oracle ME also enables managers to track and act on real-time employee sentiment, while helping HR teams deliver personalized employee communications and support their entire workforce with direct access to the tools they need, when they need them. Oracle ME includes the following Oracle Cloud HCM solutions:
- Oracle Touchpoints is a new employee listening solution that helps managers strengthen relationships with their employees and better support workforce wellbeing and success. Natively developed within Oracle Cloud HCM, Oracle Touchpoints allows managers to regularly capture, track, and act on employee sentiment to build trust with their teams and promote an inclusive work environment. Managers get continuous employee insights through pulse surveys and receive recommended next actions to take, such as scheduling check-ins, providing feedback, or celebrating moments that matter. The employee engagement center within Oracle Touchpoints allows employees to take an active role in their success and satisfaction by providing a single place to define and organize topics for check-ins, review meeting history, provide ongoing feedback, and access suggested actions.
- Oracle HCM Communicate is a new employee outreach solution that allows HR teams to design, send, monitor, and measure the impact of communications. Built directly into Oracle Cloud HCM, HCM Communicate is connected to an organization's workforce data, making it easy for HR teams to create and target personalized communications to groups with highly specific characteristics. For example, HR teams can send a message to workers in a specific city or country who are within two years of employment and enrolled in a particular training course. With HCM Communicate, HR teams can also measure engagement with the content through open rate analysis and seamlessly send follow ups or set up ongoing campaigns to drive more effective and engaging communications.
- Oracle Journeys is a workflow solution that simplifies complex tasks with step-by-step processes and personalized guidance that helps employees navigate personal, professional, administrative, and operational activities, including onboarding, returning to work safely, growing career opportunities, managing team compensation, or opening a new facility. New enhancements help employees make informed decisions by surfacing personally relevant instructions, training, and analytics along their guided digital journey. Oracle Journeys can be extended to include workflow actions and resources from other Oracle and third-party applications to deliver guidance for different business needs across the organization.
- Oracle Connections is an interactive workforce directory and organization chart that fosters collaboration and increases opportunities for inclusion and internal mobility by making it easier for employees to search for and connect with others across the organization. Employees can import their LinkedIn profiles, record video introductions, highlight their unique skills and accomplishments, and share feedback on each other's walls to better learn about one another and grow their professional network.
- Oracle HR Help Desk is a service request management solution that makes it easy for all workers to get the answers they need and for HR to effortlessly track cases without the risk of sensitive data getting into the wrong hands. Employees can search for content, securely submit inquiries, and open help tickets through multiple channels including Oracle Digital Assistant, SMS, email, and social platforms.
- Oracle Digital Assistant is an HR chatbot that provides a conversational interface for employees to get immediate answers to questions and easily complete transactions directly through voice or text. HR teams can deploy Oracle Digital Assistant quickly to support over 90 prebuilt transactions and can extend the solution to support new processes or requirements.
Oracle ME is an open platform that extends across the Oracle Fusion Cloud Applications Suite. It also connects to and automates processes with third-party systems and works across multiple channels such as email, SMS, web browser, collaboration tools, and video conferencing. HR teams and business leaders can easily manage changes within Oracle ME to adjust to the changing work environment without the need for IT support, making it easier to deliver employee experiences that reflect a company's unique culture.
"Oracle ME is the birth of a new category. Everyone has an answer to Employee Experience these days, but Oracle is taking the conversation a step further," said Jason Averbook, industry analyst, co-founder and CEO of Leapgen. "What we've treated as a luxury when it comes to personalized support and workforce communication is now a necessity. Oracle is meeting modern employee expectations and then some - and they're not calling it a nice-to-have. Proactive listening, contextual guidance, and personalized communication is exactly what the workforce needs and deserves, and Oracle ME delivers."
"One of the keys to creating a positive experience for our employees and managers is helping them take control of their information and their teams. With Oracle solutions like HR Help Desk, Digital Assistant, and Experience Design Studio we've been able to help managers complete common tasks like employee transfers in a fraction of the time it took before. Now, they get more time back to focus on adding value to the company," said Gareth Abreu, Principal Technology Delivery Manager, HCM, at The Co-op. "We're very excited about Oracle's ongoing efforts to improve employee experience with innovations like Journeys and the entire Oracle ME platform, which will continue to drive the success of our workforce and, therefore, our business."
"It's exciting to see platforms like Oracle ME enter the market and help businesses navigate some of the most important workforce challenges to-date. You can't solve problems you don't know about, so it's important for organizations to ask their employees how they're feeling. That's the first step to building trust within the workforce," Tim Sackett, president of HRUTech.com. "The next step—and arguably the most important—is to use what they say in strategic decisions so that they feel heard. Every employee is an individual, and to keep them engaged in your organization you need to treat them that way."
To learn more about Oracle ME, please visit: http://oracle.com/employee-experience/
To learn more about Oracle Touchpoints, please visit: http://oracle.com/human-capital-management/employee-experience/touchpoints/
To learn more about Oracle HCM Communicate, please visit: http://oracle.com/human-capital-management/employee-experience/communicate/
Oracle offers integrated suites of applications plus secure, autonomous infrastructure in the Oracle Cloud. For more information about Oracle (NYSE: ORCL), please visit us at oracle.com.
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