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WASHINGTON, April 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- A new report from the Gensler Research Institute outlines the principle framework for how communities and cities can be strategically designed to minimize the negative impacts of global climate change and protect their properties from severe weather events.
According to U.S. Climate Action Survey 2022, U.S. adults report that they are currently being negatively impacted by changing weather patterns. 87% report to have been personally impacted by extreme weather events since 2019; however, only 18% believe their communities are built to withstand climate change. The report finds 62% of U.S. homeowners say they have already experienced disruptions to their daily lives as a result. Of those who have been impacted by extreme weather, 82% are open to making changes with their homes with cost being the biggest barrier to making changes.
The findings of this report serve as a warning to community builders and public officials concerned with the economic development of their communities. By highlighting the importance of climate change and the public sentiment around taking preparedness action, the report has implications for those making investments to attract residents, workers, and employers to their communities. The perception of community viability and transparency about how the built environment is responding could signal a future trend of people actively seeking out communities that are intentionally built to be resilient.
U.S. Climate Action Survey 2022 advances bold interconnected steps for the private real estate sector and public sector leaders to proactively address both climate change mitigation and adaptation:
Environmental Preparedness
- Minimizing the amount of new carbon emitted into the environment.
- Reducing the resource needs/impact of new development.
- Investing in natural capital and greening our communities.
- Supporting/preserving local ecologies and resources.
Economic Preparedness
- Business continuity in the face of climate events.
- Incentives or cost recovery vehicles for adaptation/resilience upgrades.
- Prioritizing investments in energy and resource efficiency and adaptation.
- Addressing insurability and long-term value of real estate.
Experiential Preparedness
- Promoting cultural resilience and preparedness.
- Creating places that improve human health, well-being, and social connection.
- Creating awareness and optimism in our communities.
Equitable Preparedness
- Prioritizing marginalized communities, who are already feeling the most negative impacts from climate change.
- Addressing the impacts of climate change on local and regional identity.
A key theme of the report is the opportunity for developers and planners to incorporate design resilience strategies to minimize the negative consequences of climate change on people and the environment. With increasing scientific studies indicating the more frequent extreme weather events and widespread disruptive changes in weather patterns, U.S. Climate Action Survey 2022 serves as a principle framework for how the real estate industry can make immediate investments to lower its carbon footprint and improve the relevance, insurability, and value of all property types.
The report's data is based on two online surveys of 2,756 U.S. adults conducted between October 30 to November 1, 2021. The studies were conducted via an anonymous, panel-based survey, with 1820 and 936 respondents respectively. The sample of 936 U.S. adults were selected based on homeownership and experience of disaster-related hardship.
About Gensler
Gensler is a global architecture, design, and planning firm with 50 locations across Asia, Europe, Australia, the Middle East, and the Americas. Founded in 1965 the firm serves more than 3,300 active clients in virtually every industry. Guided by determined optimism, we believe the power of design can spark positive change and create a future that promotes equity, resilience, and wellbeing for everyone.
About the Gensler Research Institute
The Gensler Research Institute is a collaborative network of researchers focused on a common goal: to generate new knowledge and develop a deeper understanding of the connection between design, business, and the human experience. Through a combination of global and local research grants, and external partnerships, we seek insights focused on solving the world's most pressing challenges. We are committed to unlocking new solutions and strategies that will define the future of design.
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Lucky Penny's newest production touches several times on the idea that scientific questions can be approached from two directions: how and why.
But it might also be applied to a playwright who decided to create a two-hour dialogue between two women about the menstrual cycle of the human female.
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Why did Sarah Treem write "The How and the Why"? One can hazard a guess that part of the inspiration might be that no one has ever tried it.
The last time I can recall witnessing an entire work — in this case, a film — devoted to menstruation was in fifth grade at Mt. George, when Mrs. Mitchell mysteriously announced that all girls were to line up to go to the auditorium. Why not boys, that group asked. They are going to get shots, one boy hazarded, sending several girls into a panic. Order restored, we marched off to view the film about the menstrual cycle, and some of us concluded we had just learned a great secret, guarded against boys, who, after all, were dumb.
The exception to this male exclusion was Walt Disney, who had somehow found out and made the movie. I can recall a few details from this film, but I hope it was not told from the viewpoint of Cinderella or Minnie Mouse.
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It was superbly ironic for me, these years later to go to "The How and the Why" with two male friends.
Treem's play unfolds in two acts, one in the office of a professor of evolutionary biology and the second in a somewhat seedy bar-cafe of the sort found around universities and frequented by students.
In the first, Zelda is entirely at home. Portrayed by Karen Pinomaki, Zelda, is an established academic, at the zenith of her career, which was propelled by an award she won for proposing the Grandmother Theory; this suggests that women live past menopause so that they can care for the offspring of others, after raising their own children.
Enter Rachel, (Heather Kellogg Baumann), a grad student in the same field. Both women are clearly on edge: Zelda tries with uneven success to welcome her visitor; Rachel can't seem to make up her mind whether to stay or flee.
This clearly is no typical meeting between a professor and her student. You have to see the play to find out why, but there is an undercurrent of irony, if not humor, in having two academics try to tackle intensely personal issues.
Rachel, it seems, has her own views on the evolutionary biology of women, and had proposed it in a prospectus for an upcoming conference for which Zelda is a member of the board. She rejects the Grandmother thesis and argues that menstruation is necessary to free the female body of toxic male sperm. Her proposal was rejected, but the idea interests Zelda, who offers to slip her into an empty slot.
In the second act, they meet, post-conference on Rachel's ground, and discuss Rachel's disastrous presentation. All the while, their personal stories and how they intersect keep bubbling to the surface, creating an interesting dynamic of crash and retreat, which might form another topic for academic research.
Back to "how and why," one might ask why did Lucky Penny take a chance on a musical-loving public to present on an unknown play on an unusual topic? Barry Martin, co-founder of Lucky Penny Productions, explained: "There are so many plays like this that run beneath the radar." Why not give the audience a chance to see them, he asked.
And how they did it is also worth noting because a work like this can only be sustained by exceptional acting, which they found in Karen Pinomaki and Heather Kellogg Bauman. Together, they pull off the feat of engaging an audience with two hours of conversation with entirely believable characters.
Pinomaki is the confident scientist who achieved success only through personal sacrifice; and confronting this, her assurance falters. Kellogg Bauman is the erratic, often clumsy young woman, still driven by the hormones she analyzes. Even as they debate the how and why of female physiology, they dance around each other — and the truth — warily and inexpertly. The result is a night of theater that is different, daring, and absorbing. It's worth supporting if only for the conversations it will engender.
I have to admit, however, that when my two male companions and I left the theater at intermission, what we talked about first was: Ukraine.
Of course, they didn't get to go to the Walt Disney movie all those years ago.
The final performances of "The How and the Why" are April 21-24 at the Lucky Penny Community Arts Center. For tickets and information, visit luckypennynapa.com. | https://napavalleyregister.com/entertainment/arts-and-theatre/review-lucky-pennys-takes-a-daring-turn-on-the-how-and-the-why/article_05d6a752-b9c8-11ec-ba2f-371e5a063842.html | 2022-04-20T17:34:53Z | https://napavalleyregister.com/entertainment/arts-and-theatre/review-lucky-pennys-takes-a-daring-turn-on-the-how-and-the-why/article_05d6a752-b9c8-11ec-ba2f-371e5a063842.html | false | 2 |
Gov. Stitt Announces a Major Economic Development Opportunity
Governor Kevin Stitt will held a press conference in the Blue Room at the Oklahoma State Capitol to discuss a major economic development opportunity that would make a generational impact on Oklahoma’s future. He made no...
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The slap that was heard around the world set off a swift and interesting chain of events in the aftermath of the drama that surrounded Will Smith’s decision to strike Chris Rock across the face after the comedian joked about Jada Pinkett Smith at this year’s Oscars ceremony.
Chris reportedly did not plan the jab that was aimed at Jada, in which he ribbed her about being in a new G.I. Jane movie due to her shaved head, and Will appeared to take the ad-libbed teasing more personally than anyone might have expected as he literally took matters into his own hands.
With a cascade of events cropping up following the assault, including everything from an overflow of celebrity responses to Will being banned from attending any Academy Awards events for the next ten years, a new one has been added to the list.
Jada will bring back her famed Red Table Talk show for first season following Oscars drama
Jada announced via Instagram that she, her daughter Willow, and her mother Adrienne Banfield-Norris will be bringing back their candid talk show Red Table Talk for season 5, the first season since Will Smith’s bad behavior display.
There has not been any mention yet of the Oscars incident but the show will be chock-a-block full of celebrity interviews, starting with performer Janelle Monae who will discuss her personal views on being a woman in the industry and what led her to come out to her family at age 32.
Other reported guests will also include actress Kim Basinger and her daughter, model Ireland Baldwin, as well as Miss USA Cheslie Kryst’s parents, who will talk about their daughter’s recent suicide, and Ayleen Charlotte, who was a victim of the famed Tinder Swindler.
Jaden, Willow, and Trey Smith will take over the table for their first solo episode while Will is notably absent from lineup
Aside from bringing in some heavyweight stars, the Smith siblings are also said to be taking over the table for their first solo episode, something fans will surely be curious to watch.
Someone most notably absent from the trailer and aforementioned line-up of interviewees is none other than Will Smith.
Despite the massive fallout from his attack on Chris Rock, Will has yet to be mentioned as being part of this season’s attendees.
With the world still itching to hear directly from the actor’s mouth about his own views of what transpired between him and Chris, fans will likely be very disappointed to still remain somewhat in the dark about Will’s personal feelings.
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The Central Arkansas women's basketball team announced a couple of additions to the team Tuesday, signing a pair of transfers making their returns to the state of Arkansas.
Transferring in from Mercer University in Macon, Georgia, Kinley Fisher makes her return to the Natural State as a three-level scorer, as well as Kayla Mitchell from Jonesboro, joining the squad from Lamar.
Fisher joins the Sugar Bears after a year at Mercer, by way of Greenwood High School.
While at Greenwood, she set the school's all-time record for points scored, netting 1,825 points in her four-year prep career.
She was a three-time all-state performer and the Arkansas state class 5A MVP, winning a state championship in 2020.
During her senior season, she averaged 20.8 points per game while shooting 40 percent from beyond the arc.
Although she played a smaller role as a freshman at Mercer, she was part of a team that went 23-7 overall, 13-1 in Southern Conference play, winning a Southern championship and making the NCAA Tournament.
"We are so excited to have Kinley joining our Sugar Bear program and coming back to the state of Arkansas to continue her career,” coach Sandra Rushing said. “Kinley is a 3-point threat but can also score in a variety of ways. She was a part of winning programs at Greenwood and Mercer, so she knows what it takes to win at a high level, and we cannot wait to get her on campus."
Also joining Central Arkansas, Mitchell signed to UCA from Southland program Lamar by way of Jonesboro High School in Jonesboro.
A starting point guard with the Cardinals, Mitchell was known for her boundless energy and defensive IQ.
Leading the team in assists with 84 and ranking second on the team with 28 steals, Mitchell proved time and time again that scoring isn't the only way to positively impact a basketball team.
With Mitchell leading the charge, the Lamar defense held opponents to 61.4 points per game, holding opponents to 29 percent shooting from three.
Her team also averaged more assists than its opponents and forced 16.2 turnovers per game.
"Kayla is another Arkansas girl who decided to come home and her decision will benefit our program,” Rushing said. “The way she contributes on both ends of the floor with her defense and the way she creates for others will be huge for us. Kayla plays with a lot of energy and enthusiasm on both ends of the floor and that will translate well for us next season."
The pair joins four other signees for the Sugar Bears this offseason as the team looks to build off of last season's inaugural campaign in the ASUN. | https://www.thecabin.net/sports/sugar-bears-add-two-arkansas-signees-to-roster/article_97902095-07a9-5f51-8abf-3c0c122b519a.html | 2022-04-20T17:44:46Z | https://www.thecabin.net/sports/sugar-bears-add-two-arkansas-signees-to-roster/article_97902095-07a9-5f51-8abf-3c0c122b519a.html | true | 1 |
KOCHI: Bedridden for two months, Nikhil B, 37, is gradually returning to normal life. The city-based photographer never expected that a ride back to his home at Vaduthala from his studio near Kerala High Court junction through a road he is most familiar with would upend his life. He blames the Kerala Water Authority (KWA), whose irresponsible act of digging up a road and failing to repair it properly or even put up warning boards ended in Nikhil spending Rs 1.25 lakh on surgery on his left leg and having to use a walker.
The accident took place on Mathai Manjooran road on the night of February 24. Nikhil was returning home when his vehicle hit a pothole – a result of shoddy work by KWA – on a hairpin curve on the stretch. He fell hard, breaking his left thigh bone. The reason why he never anticipated any pothole at the stretch was no work had been in progress while he took the road in the morning.
“No work was taking place on the stretch in the morning. In any case, KWA authorities could have put up a warning board with reflectors at the spot after carrying out the work. They dug up the road at a blind spot and didn’t bother to fill it properly,” Nikhil told TNIE.
“I was in terrible pain after I fell on the road. I couldn’t stand up. Later, I could not manage the studio for two months. How could the officials who dug up the road be so callous,” said the youth, adding, “I will fight till I get justice. This should not happen to anyone else.”
Based on his complaint, the Central police registered a case against KWA on April 7 for committing an act (rashly or negligently) to endanger human life. “We have launched a probe to ascertain why the road was dug up and to find the department wing responsible for it,” said an officer. A resident said the pothole continued to pose risk until the authorities repaired it following protests by people.
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Nikhil’s accident is not a one-off incident. Two persons were killed in the city in 2018 and 2019 after falling into holes on the road dug up by government agencies for various works. In December 2019, Yadhu Lal, 23, of Kachanikkodathu, Koonammavu, died while trying to avoid a hole dug up by KWA on the road near Palarivattom metro station. The handlebar of Lal’s bike hit a board placed at the spot. He fell off the vehicle and came under the wheels of a water tanker. In October 2018, Ebin Paul, 23, of Chembumukku died after his two-wheeler fell in a pothole that was not repaired by the authorities concerned. | https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/kochi/2022/apr/20/water-authoritys-laxity-leaves-man-limping-in-ire-2444052.html | 2022-04-20T17:47:13Z | https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/kochi/2022/apr/20/water-authoritys-laxity-leaves-man-limping-in-ire-2444052.html | true | 1 |
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The Pokémon Company Buys Its Trading Card Manufacturer While Demand Soars
The Pokémon Company has announced that it will be acquiring The Millenium Print Group, the manufacturer that has been printing the Pokémon trading card game since 2015. According to a press release put out by TPC, Millenium will remain autonomous, while benefiting from TPC’s investments and expertise to expand its current production capabilities.
According to Kenji Okubo, the president of TPC: “By joining forces in a more meaningful way, our goal is to enhance the ways our organizations work together and continue to bring the highest quality Pokémon TCG products to market. Simultaneously, we aim to develop Millennium into an even better, bigger, state-of-the-art version of their already exceptional organization, benefitting not just Pokémon, but all of their customers.”
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TPC has a very good reason for wanting to beef up its ability to print Pokémon cards: the current supply is lagging behind enormous demand. Pokémon cards have become a speculative commodity during the pandemic. This has led to huge headaches for major retailers such as Target and Walmart, both of which were forced to restrict sales. Even McDonald’s struggled to keep cards in stock while they ran a Pokémon promotion.
Pokémon cards have been going for enormous sums in recent years. Just this month, Logan Paul bought a Pikachu card for $6 million, setting a world record for the most expensive card sold in a private auction. While Pokémon cards have become one way for the mega-rich to flex their wealth, there’s still a ton of interest among ordinary collectors and enthusiasts. Twitch content creators have been capitalizing on the Pokémon card meta by opening card packs on stream.
The acquisition does raise some hilarious questions about why The Pokémon Company didn’t already own their own card printer. Its partner company, Nintendo, has recently made similar moves to acquire companies I already assumed that it owned. I am expecting Nintendo to also acquire TPC any day now (this is a joke). | https://news.yahoo.com/pok-mon-company-buys-trading-171500980.html | 2022-04-20T17:52:43Z | https://news.yahoo.com/pok-mon-company-buys-trading-171500980.html | true | 4 |
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Nearly 100 workers at Toronto's Union Station walk off the job
Nearly 100 employees at Toronto's Union Station are walking off the job, which could cause service disruptions at Canada's busiest transportation hub.
The 95 workers, who are mainly responsible for signals and communication maintenance as well as train control at the Union Station rail corridor, are members of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers union.
Their employer, Toronto Terminals Railway, says the union had given notice that its members would strike if a deal wasn't reached by 12:01 a.m. Wednesday.
TTR says wages have been a sticking point in the negotiations.
The workers have been without a contract since December 2019 and a tentative deal reached last September was rejected by union members.
TTR says it has a contingency plan that will ensure commuter service runs “efficiently and minimize any impact on customers.”
Anne Marie Aikins, a spokeswoman for Metrolinx, says the government agency will keep customers informed if there are any delays or cancellations to GO Transit and Union Pearson Express trains as a result of the labour disruption, noting there will be no impact to TTC subway services.
She says the risk of delays and cancellations could increase if there is a long labour disruption, adding that Metrolinx is hoping for “a speedy resolution.”
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Sets in motion complex assembly process of India's first private sector quantum computer dedicated to research in Kolkata
Kolkata, India, April 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The TCG group is planning to set up a one of its kind university in Kolkata. The group, led by Dr. Purnendu Chatterjee, has committed all the resources that would be required to realise the global scale research aspirations the proposed university has. As a first towards this the group has already set up a centre for translatable research in fundamental sciences. The proposed university will be unique in its concept as it will also be completely focused on translational fundamental research.
With a focus on collaborative research on a global scale, this university will also have its own Quantum Computer, again the first from the private sector in India. The computer, proposed to be dedicated to helping high-end research, is being installed in Kolkata. The complex installation process has already been initiated. Once fully operational, Kolkata can boast of being in step with its fame for striving to stay ahead of the rest in the field of the academic initiative.
The university will strive to:
- Create one of the best infrastructure facilities and onboard the best educators and researchers from across the globe, that will foster quality higher education, research, product development and industrial consultancy.
- Develop a network with the world's leading Universities, Research Institutions, and Industries that will synergize the collective efforts in contemporary education and research thrust areas and culminate in regional and global wellbeing.
- To act as the anchor university to the world's top university departments, research labs, innovation centres, and business incubators who would collocate and cooperate for mutually beneficial goals and objectives.
- To be agile and flexible in designing programs and operational constructs to keep pace with the ever-expanding world of knowledge while ensuring compliance with the regulatory guidelines.
The university has already resumed its journey as a research centre called TCG CREST with PhD scholars working in frontier technologies. It's working in the areas of Quantum Computing, Neurosciences, Cryptology, Data Driven Intelligence, and Sustainable Energy. The researches are being led by globally renowned scientists who have joined the initiative from institutions and universities like UC Berkeley which are known for their leadership in research efforts globally. They are all working on ideas that are translatable to industry use.
As an institution, the not-for-profit TCG CREST is especially dedicated to the three Ks: Knowledge Creation, Knowledge Application, and Knowledge Dissemination. The focus is on creating a strong network with highly-reputed knowledge centres throughout the world --- universities, research institutions, technology-driven global corporate entities, and academic communities. The goal is to inculcate a strong culture of continual knowledge exchange through: research, student exchange, faculty exchange, joint projects, collaborative workshops, and participative seminars.
Since translational research will be a prime focus area of TCG CREST University, it is envisaged that working opportunities for more than 200 research scholars will be created every year. It will eventually build up to a large critical mass for each of the focus areas sustaining at over 5000 at a steady state. As a part of the global innovation ecosystem, these research centres along with a university will help curate an intellectual property (IP) base with entrepreneurial opportunities and high-end jobs in the state. It will also provide a technology boost to the local Agro/Food Services sector and result in dramatic improvements in productivity across infrastructure, industry and Government sectors.
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RAJAMAHENDRAVARAM: In a major step to speed up the execution of Polavaram Irrigation Project, the district administration has convinced tribals of Kondamodalu and neighbouring hamlets of the submergence area in Devipatnam mandal to shift to Rehabilitation and Resettlement (R&R) colonies. The tribals of Kondamodalu and other hamlets had been reluctant to leave their dwellings for the past five years.
Speaking to TNIE, Rampachodavaram Sub-Collector Katta Simhachalam said the tribals of submerged villages have agreed in principle to shift to the R&R colony constructed at Neladonelapadu village in Gangavaram mandal after several rounds of talks, persuasion and relentless efforts by the district administration.
The R&R Colony was inaugurated by Alluri Sitarama Raju District Collector Sumit Kumar on Tuesday. The programme was attended by MLA N Dhanalakshmi, MLC Anantha Babu, ITDA Project Officer Dhanunjay and Polavaram Project Administrative Officer Praveen Aditya.
As part of rehabilitation of the Polavaram project oustees, 358 tribal families from Kondamodalu and seven other hamlets will be shifted to the R&R colony at Neladonelapadu. They include Kondamodalu (23 families), Mettugudem (18), Thativada (38), Kokkaragudem (77), Nadipudi (35), Teliperu (40), Somarlapadu (52) and Peddagudem (75). The Polavaram project oustees from 17 villages in Rampachodavaram division will be shifted to R&R colonies.
As part of the rehabilitation project for the displaced, 278 houses have been constructed at Pothavaram, 314 at Musullakunta, 78 at Kambalampalem, 306 at Indukuru-1, 117 houses at Indukuru-2, 129 at Pedabhimpalli-2, 268 at Pedabhimpalli-3 in the Agency area. Construction of 1,076 houses have been completed for the project displaced in Rajupalem and Krishnudipalem of Gokavaram mandal in East Godvari district.
In all, 234 hamlets in the newly carved out Alluri Sitarama Raju District will be submerged under Polavaram project. Of the total, 44 are located in Devipatnam, 61 in Kunavaram, 54 in VR Puram, 32 in Chintur and 43 in Yetapaka mandals of the erstwhile East Godavari district. A total of 68,116 displaced families have been identified. About 240 tribals of Kondamodalu have been given the R&R package and the remaining 120 will get it soon. | https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/andhra-pradesh/2022/apr/20/polavaram-displaced-tribals-agree-to-shift-to-rehab-colony-2444180.html | 2022-04-20T17:55:10Z | https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/andhra-pradesh/2022/apr/20/polavaram-displaced-tribals-agree-to-shift-to-rehab-colony-2444180.html | false | 1 |
Athletics
New kid on block Viwe Jingqi aims to scare the seniors
Coach says the team around sprinter will be key at the SA championships
If anyone wanted to assess the state of local athletics, they only had to look at the competitors organisers rolled out in Cape Town on Wednesday before the SA championships from Thursday to Saturday.
Sprinter Viwe Jingqi sat at the main table with veterans such as Akani Simbine and Wenda Nel and she was unable to douse the fire of competition that burns within her.
The 17-year-old, who broke the long-standing SA 100m under-20 record and the 200m under-18 mark last month, still has a long way to go.
Her coach, Paul Gorries, insists she has come to gain experience, and Jingqi herself said she was looking to have fun.
“I want to have fun against the seniors,” she said. But that’s when her fighting spirit took control. “I want to make history ... I want to scare them even more and show them I’m coming.”
History has shown that under-18 athletes do not always convert when they come of age, a sobering thought that Gorries himself is familiar with personally.
“The team around her will be key,” he said.
But the thing with Jingqi is that she goes into the national championships at Green Point Stadium as favourite with her 11.22sec from Potchefstroom. Second is Phindile Kubheka (11.37) followed by Carina Horn (11.43), who is still looking for her form after a two-year doping ban.
Gorries said Jingqe might compete in the 200m, pointing out that after this weekend she has no major meets until the world junior championships in Cali, Colombia, in early August.
Nel is searching for her 10th national 400m hurdles crown, but can expect fierce challenges from Zeney van der Walt and Taylon Bieldt.
“My goal is just to try enjoy my last national champs. I’m going to run my heart out for the world champs qualifier and show the youngsters I still have a little more in me. I want to have fun and do my best and we’ll see how the season rolls out,” she said.
Simbine, who has ruled the men’s 100m in SA since 2015, is looking to keep his position. “It’s a long season and I’m doing things differently this year. We need to make sure I’m still dominant here before I get to Europe and dominate there.”
He should be favourite when they line up for the men’s 100m on Thursday, with his rivals, including youngster Benjamin Richardson and another veteran Henricho Bruintjies, the second SA sprinter to break 10sec.
Luxolo Adams is confident before the 200m, where he is scheduled to go up against defending champion Wayde van Niekerk and Clarence Munyai. “I’m going to bring my A game,” he warned.
The notable absentee from the main table on Wednesday was Van Niekerk himself, who has been training in the US for the better part of the year. It could be safe to say he will not line up for the 100m heats on Thursday.
Organisers will be hoping he does not succumb to a niggle, as has become a frequent occurrence since returning from his serious knee injury in 2017.
Another US-based athlete was at the conference, Dominique Scott, who will go up against Caster Semenya in an interesting 5,000m.
Scott has clocked the 15min 10.00sec qualifying time for world championships in this distance, while Semenya has yet to achieve that mark.
And Scott has no intention of assisting Semenya. “The 5,000m will not be my focus this year, so this is a little speed test for me, but I’m not too concerned about fast times,” said Scott, who is focusing on the 10,000m for the world championships in Eugene, Oregon, in July.
“I’m more concerned about trying to win the national title. I’m excited to be here and looking forward to competing against a good field of athletes.
“It could be a fast race. There are good athletes in the mid-15 minute range, so if the other girls want to take it out fast, we can make it a fast race. I already have the qualifying standard for the world championships, and Caster doesn’t, but if she goes out hard from the gun, I'll be ready.”
For a long time the likes of Semenya, Van Niekerk, Simbine and Horn have been at the forefront of the sport in SA, but there are new faces looking to shake up the pecking order.
Will this be their year?
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SANTA FE, N.M. — New Mexico workplace safety regulators on Wednesday issued the maximum possible fine against a film production company for firearms safety failures on the set of "Rust" where a cinematographer was fatally shot in October 2021 by actor and producer Alec Baldwin.
New Mexico's Occupational Health and Safety Bureau said Rust Movie Productions must pay $139,793, and distributed a scathing narrative of safety failures in violation of standard industry protocols, including testimony that production managers took limited or no action to address two misfires on set prior to the fatal shooting. The bureau also documented gun safety complaints from crew members that went unheeded and said weapons specialists were not allowed to make decisions about additional safety training.
"What we had, based on our investigators' findings, was a set of obvious hazards to employees regarding the use of firearms and management's failure to act upon those obvious hazards," Bob Genoway, bureau chief for occupational safety, told The Associated Press.
At a ranch on the outskirts of Santa Fe on Oct. 21, 2021, Baldwin was pointing a gun at cinematographer Halyna Hutchins inside a small church during setup for the filming of a scene when it went off, killing Hutchins and wounding the director, Joel Souza.
Baldwin said in a December interview with ABC News that he was pointing the gun at Hutchins at her instruction on the New Mexico set of the Western film when it went off without his pulling the trigger.
The new occupational safety report confirms that a large-caliber revolver was handed to Baldwin by an assistant director, David Halls, without consulting with on-set weapons specialists during or after the gun was loaded. Regulators note that Halls also served as safety coordinator and that he was present and witnessed two accidental discharges of rifles on set, and that he and other managers who knew of the misfires took no investigative, corrective or disciplinary action. Crew members expressed surprise and discomfort.
"The Safety Coordinator was present on set and took no direct action to address safety concerns," the report states. "Management was provided with multiple opportunities to take corrective actions and chose not to do so. As a result of these failures, Director Joel Souza and cinematographer Halyna Hutchins were severely injured. Halyna Hutchins succumbed to her injuries."
A spokesman for Rust Movie Productions did not immediately respond to an email seeking comment. An attorney for Baldwin was not immediately available.
James Kenney, secretary of the Environment Department that oversees occupational safety, said the agency dedicated 1,500 staff hours to its investigation, examined hundreds of documents and conducted at least a dozen interviews with cast and crew members.
Investigators found production managers placed tight limits on resources for a small team that controlled weapons on set and failed to address concerns about a shotgun left unattended twice.
Armorer Hannah Gutierrez Reed, the daughter of a sharpshooter and consultant to film productions, was limited to eight paid days as an armorer to oversee weapons and training, and was assigned otherwise to lighter duties as a props assistant. As her time as an armorer ran out, Gutierrez Reed warned a manager and was rebuffed.
Safety investigators also note that the production company did not develop a process to ensure live rounds of ammunition were not brought on set, in violation of industry safety protocols. Safety meetings were conducted, but not every day weapons were used, as required.
Investigations continue into possible criminal charges
Kenney said the separate investigations into possible criminal charges are still underway.
He said his agency received no direct safety complaints from cast or crew prior to the fatal shooting, even though anonymity is offered.
"This tragedy, this loss of life, it could have been prevented, and we want people to say something," he said.
Kenney was appointed in 2019 by Democratic Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham, a staunch advocate for the film industry who increased a state cap in industry incentives shortly after taking office.
New Mexico competes with non-Hollywood production sites in states such as Georgia, Louisiana and New York. Film productions have flocked to New Mexico in recent years to seize on its diverse outdoor scenery, moderate costs and generous state incentives, including a rebate of between 25% and 35% of in-state spending for video production that helps filmmakers large and small underwrite their work.
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Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappé know how to score goals and despite Mbappé’s 21 goals in 29 games, the French World Cup winner is still not even in the top 7 most prolific goal scorers in Europe.
The calculation of who is the most prolific talisman in Europe is determined by goals scored in the number of minutes played. When considering that variable the top 7 most prolific goal scorers change dramatically than one would think.
It’s a list that does not include Messi, Neymar, Cristiano Ronaldo, Luis Suarez, and even Mohamed Salah. Here are the top 7 most prolific goal scorers in Europe based on minutes played to putting the ball in the back of the net. Note, this assessment does not include matches that will be played tonight.
Most prolific goal scorers in Europe
Wissam Ben Yedder of Monaco comes in seventh having 19 goals in 2,081 minutes played for an average of a goal every 109 minutes. Ciro Immobile of Lazio has a goal every 98 minutes and can account for 25 on the season.
Real Madrid target man Karim Benzema has a goal every 93 minutes and has 25 goals this campaign. Bayer Leverkusen’s Patrik Schick is very deadly when he gets a chance striking the net every 88 minutes.
Erling Haaland may only have 18 goals this season, but he strikes gold every 86 minutes, making him extremely lethal considering he has been out injured a lot this season.
Robert Lewandowski who seems to be scoring goals at will for Bayern with 32 scores every 81 minutes. Then the most prolific striker at the moment is Benfica’s and Uruguay’s Darwin Núñez who has quality and quantity with 25 goals in 1,717 minutes played and striking every 69 minutes.
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NEWLAND – Larry Smith of Mountain Top Fraser Fir recently was invited to the White House in Washington, D.C. to attend the White House Spring Garden Tour, along with participating in numerous other D.C. events such as the Cherry Blossom Parade, Kennedy Center for Performing Arts, and visiting the African American Museum, all while staying at the esteemed Washington Hotel in the city.
The official pamphlet for the White House Garden Tour states that “The White House Grounds are the oldest continually maintained landscape in the United States. Although located in the heart of the city, standing in the gardens one feels removed from the fast paced life of the Nation’s Capital. Twice a year, these secluded grounds are open to the public for Spring and Fall Garden Tours.”
The tour featured some of the most prominent natural White House locations, such as the White House Kitchen Garden, Rose Garden and the Jacqueline Kennedy Garden, all of which are meticulously maintained and superb.
Smith, one of the area’s longtime tree producers, has recently supplied the White House Christmas Tree as well as accomplished the feat of being champion of the National Christmas Tree Association’s Christmas Tree Contest in 2018.
Smith has been connected to the nation’s capital via Christmas trees and received a call to attend the Spring Garden Tour.
“It is something everyone should see if they have the opportunity,” Smith said of the tour and in reference to the severely limited capabilities throughout the Covid pandemic. “It is nice to see people back at the White House.”
The Christmas tree champion spent four days in Washington revealing that he stayed at the same hotel that Elvis stayed at during his heralded visit to the White House to meet President Richard Nixon, and that the best food in the city originated from the African American Museum.
One cannot deny the special connection between Avery and Washington, D.C. through the years due to the Christmas tree industry and the use of North Carolina Fraser firs for the official White House tree.
“People love to see farmers from Avery County in overalls at the White House,” Smith said, alluding to the homegrown and genuine nature of Avery County.
Smith was able to spend time with White House Grounds Superintendent Dale Haney, who is in his 50th year working for the White House. Smith noted that Haney not only selects the tree that is to be displayed in the Blue Room at the White House, but also holds the responsibility of checking the plants and flowers in the Oval Office first thing in the morning each day.
“They’re so immaculate that you cannot see what is right; you can only see what is wrong,” Smith said regarding the condition of the carefully maintained grounds.
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The Hill’s 12:30 Report – Elon Musk’s new cryptic tweet amid Twitter offer
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NEWS THIS MORNING
Another layer to the onion that is Elon Musk:
Late last night, Elon Musk sent a mysterious tweet: “_______ is the Night.” https://bit.ly/3876rOH
Musk didn’t elaborate, but: “Users quickly offered suggestions of what they believed he might be proposing should his offer to buy the platform for that price be rejected by Twitter’s board, including ideas like ‘tender is the night’ and ‘tonight is the night.’ ”
More on the cryptic message: “Users also mentioned that he made the tweet close to ‘4/20,’ or April 20. Musk once said he was considering taking Tesla private at $420 a share.” However… “April 20, also known as 4/20, is known as World Cannabis Day. Musk has often made references to marijuana.”
What we know: https://bit.ly/3OtAZee
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THE LATEST IN UKRAINE
The situation in Mariupol is not great:
Via CNBC’s Natasha Turak, “Russia has set a new ultimatum for surrender in the battered city of Mariupol, where Ukrainian forces and reportedly hundreds of civilians are holed up in the Azovstal steel plant potentially facing their “last days, if not hours,” one Ukrainian commander said. Vastly outnumbered, the Ukrainian troops have pledged to keep fighting.” https://cnb.cx/3K0lFC7
HAPPENING TODAY:
President Biden is meeting with military leaders, followed by a dinner for invited officials and their spouses.
Who: Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin, Deputy Defense Secretary Kathleen Hicks, the Joint Chiefs of Staff and the combatant commanders.
Wimbledon is banning players from Russia and Belarus:
Via The Washington Post’s Cindy Boren and Adela Suliman, “Wimbledon barred players from Russia and Belarus from playing in the tournament Wednesday because of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, a decision that will affect two of the world’s highest-ranked players.” https://wapo.st/3xGcnZu
Which players will be affected: “Russia’s Daniil Medvedev, who was briefly the world’s No. 1 player and is now ranked second to Novak Djokovic, and Aryna Sabalenka of Belarus, the world’s fourth-ranked female player, will not be permitted to play in the tournament, which runs from June 27 to July 10.”
Tidbit: All I can picture is a bunch of military officials intensely playing Halo — and I’m happy with that imagery:
Via The New York Times’s Steven Erlanger, “NATO countries are engaged in a large annual war game to test and improve defense against cyberattacks, an exercise with more importance this year given Russia’s war against Ukraine.” https://nyti.ms/3KZe6gr
It’s an especially important time: “There is widespread concern that Russia will use its considerable cyberabilities to disrupt countries that are providing weapons and financial aid to Ukraine, though Moscow has largely held off from doing so.”
How the game works: “NATO’s Cooperative Cyber Defense Center of Excellence organized the event, which includes fictional attack exercises, most of them based on real events, that teams must confront under time pressure. More than 2,000 people from 32 countries are taking part, including a team from Ukraine, which aspires to NATO membership.”
The full story: https://nyti.ms/3KZe6gr
‘CAN TECHNOLOGY BRING VLADIMIR PUTIN TO JUSTICE?’:
Via The Washington Post’s Steven Zeitchik: https://wapo.st/3OtJQwu
IN THE WHITE HOUSE
One started crying and now everyone’s crying:
“President Biden’s critics on both the left and the right are accusing him of going too small in response to the massive challenges facing the country.” https://bit.ly/3rG9aW1
What the left is mad about: “Progressives express dismay that Biden has not done more on prized priorities, including voting rights, the battle against climate change and student loan forgiveness.”
What the right is mad about: “Conservatives and many independent voters argue that Biden is failing to meet the mark to address two huge issues — inflation and immigration. The inflation rate is at its highest point in decades. So too are the numbers of unauthorized migrants trying to cross the southern border.”
What the Biden administration is hoping will happen: “Biden is gambling that a focus on unspectacular but concrete achievements will pay dividends with voters.”
How Biden is hoping to achieve that: https://bit.ly/3rG9aW1
LATEST WITH COVID-19
The legal community is mixed on the judge’s interpretation of the mask mandate law:
Via The Hill’s John Kruzel, “A federal judge in Florida stirred controversy Monday by striking down the Biden administration’s mask mandate for public travel in a ruling that critics derided as overly formalistic and divorced from the health imperatives of a global pandemic.” https://bit.ly/36vVQfz
The most contentious aspect of the ruling, according to some legal experts: The judge used an interpretive method to the law, called textualism. Some legal experts see that as flawed.
Here’s an explanation of why that method of interpretation is controversial: https://bit.ly/36vVQfz
HOW THE SUDDEN MASK MANDATE RULING SPARKED CONFUSION AND MIXED MESSAGES:
Via The Hill’s Alex Gangitano: https://bit.ly/3L05iXv
‘DOJ TO APPEAL MASK RULING IF CDC DEEMS MANDATE NECESSARY FOR PUBLIC HEALTH’:
Via The Hill’s Morgan Chalfant: https://bit.ly/3v0GQzC
CASE NUMBERS:
Coronavirus cases in the U.S.: 80,733,172
U.S. death toll: 989,366
Breakdown of the numbers: https://cnn.it/2UAgW3y
VACCINATION NUMBERS:
Total number of vaccinations administered in the U.S.: 568 million shots have been given.
Seven-day average of doses administered: An average of 124,786 doses
For context: The U.S. population is roughly 331 million.
Breakdown of the numbers: https://bloom.bg/3iVTPLH
LATEST MIDTERM HEADLINES
‘DEMOCRATS EMBRACE RICK SCOTT AS MIDTERM BOOGEYMAN’:
Via The Hill’s Jordain Carney: https://bit.ly/3kdY4Ul
‘HOUSE DEMOCRATS CLAIM REDISTRICTING VICTORY AHEAD OF FINAL MAPS’:
From The Hill’s Reid Wilson: https://bit.ly/3874KRl
‘5 PLOT TWISTS THAT COULD UPEND THE MIDTERMS’:
From Politico’s Steven Shepard: https://politi.co/3Ex27nJ
NOTABLE TWEETS:
The best video I’ve seen today:
Twitter user @ramseyboltin tweeted a video of what happened with UPS and USPS delivered packages at the same time. Watch — it has nearly 4 million views already: https://bit.ly/3L2MiYm
ON TAP:
The House and Senate are out. President Biden is at the White House.
10:15 a.m. EDT: President Biden received the President’s Daily Brief.
4 p.m. EDT: President Biden meets with Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin, Deputy Defense Secretary Kathleen Hicks, the Joint Chiefs of Staff and the combatant commanders.
5:30 p.m. EDT: President Biden and first lady Jill Biden host a dinner for Austin, Hicks, the Joint Chiefs of Staff, the combatant commanders and their spouses.
WHAT TO WATCH:
3 p.m. EDT: White House press secretary Jen Psaki holds a press briefing. Livestream: https://bit.ly/389qFr2
IN LIGHTER NEWS:
Today is National Pineapple Upside-Down Cake Day.
And to leave you on a good note, here’s a ball pit that may or may not have a dog hidden underneath: https://bit.ly/3uWeUx1
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NEW YORK (AP)Aleksander Barkov had his third career hat trick, leading the Florida Panthers to a 3-2 overtime victory against the New York Islanders on Tuesday night.
Sergei Bobrovsky made 24 saves and Eastern Conference-leading Florida extended its win streak to 11 games. Jonathan Huberdeau added three assists.
Jean-Gabriel Pageau and Sebastion Aho scored for New York, and Ilya Sorokin made 39 saves in his fifth straight start as the Islanders fell for the second straight game.
Barkov completed the hat trick 20 seconds into the overtime session when he beat Islanders forward Kyle Palmieri in a race and pushed a backhand past Sorokin. It was the Panthers captain’s 37th goal of the season, a career high.
”That’s why he’s our captain. He’s a great player, and he shows it every night,” Panthers coach Andrew Brunette said. ”You appreciate how great how great of a player he is.”
Barkov knotted the score at 2-all when he beat Sorokin for the second time with a wrist shot at 16:02 of the third period. Barkov’s initial shot created a scramble in front and the puck eventually squirted back out to the Finnish center. Radko Gudas and Huberdeau assisted on the tying goal.
”We’ve done it a lot this year, we know how to come back,” Barkov said. ”We know how to handle that pressure. We know we have enough skill to score goals. . We pressured them till the end of the game and then pretty much whole game we played in their zone, we had chances and we got the got the result.”
The Islanders gained a 2-1 advantage when Pageau buried a pretty pass from Mathew Barzal on the power play at 1:01 of the third period. New York’s aggressive forecheck to start the final frame forced MacKenzie Weegar to take a delay-of-game penalty and led to the Islanders opportunity on the man-advantage. Noah Dobson also assisted.
”We’re building a culture,” Barzal said. ”No matter what the circumstances are, we’re going play hard and we’re building towards something bigger than this season.”
Weegar took another costly penalty late in the third period that ended a Panthers power-play opportunity. He also received a 10-minute misconduct for slamming his stick against the glass on his way to the penalty box.
Barkov evened the score at 1-1 when he notched his 35th goal of the season and 11th on the power play at 14:12 of the second period. The Panthers’ captain cleverly snuck a wrist shot from the point while Sam Reinhart screened Sorokin. Claude Giroux and Jonathan Huberdeau assisted.
”I think anybody in the world that’s watching our games would love to be on the same line with Huberdeau and Giroux,” Barkov said. ”That’s a dream come true. We like to play with each other, we like to make plays, just the one thing is that someone needs to shoot the puck.”
Florida outshot New York 17-12 in the middle period.
Aho opened the scoring at 4:56 of the second period with his second of the season. The 26-year-old sent a wrist shot over the right shoulder of Bobrovsky after receiving a beautiful cross-ice pass from Andy Greene. Kieffer Bellows also assisted in his fourth straight appearance in the lineup following a stretch of six games in which the 2016 first-round pick was a healthy scratch.
”It’s always fun to score or contribute to the team,” Aho said. ”Of course it feels good, but it would have felt better with the win tonight, but at least at one point.”
Islanders forward Oliver Wahlstrom was scratched for a second straight game.
REMEMBERING MIKE BOSSY
The New York Islanders honored Hall of Fame forward Mike Bossy with a video tribute and a moment of silence prior to puck drop Tuesday. The four-time Stanley Cup champion died on April 15 after a battle with lung cancer. Bossy was selected by the Islanders in the first round of the 1977 NHL draft and finished his career with 573 goals, 22nd all-time in NHL history. Only two players reached 500 goals in fewer games, Wayne Gretzky and Mario Lemieux. The seven-time All Star had his number retired by the Islanders on March 3, 1992.
UP NEXT:
Islanders: Host New York Rangers on Thursday
Panthers: Host the Detroit Red wins on Thursday in the opener of a three-game homestand.
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There’s still a little while until Thor: Love and Thunder will be released to the theaters, but the teaser is bound to be enough to get people talking and will likely keep them excited to see what else comes next as the days roll by. One can’t help but think that it’s great to see that the movie won’t simply negate the ‘fat Thor’ image as the teaser shows him working out and at the same time shows several stunning sets that are bound to make people happy. The Guardians of the Galaxy will be present as well, but it remains to be seen whether everything is going to be the fan’s liking since it does appear that there will be a fair amount of chaos that might send people into a tizzy thinking about Easter eggs and where and how they might appear. Here are five things, out of the many, that we noted about the teaser.
5. Asgard has become a tourist attraction.
This has already been mentioned in several articles, but it does appear that it might take a toll on the people and change Asgardian culture at the same time. Valkyrie’s appearance and apparent attitude make it feel as though this added attention is going to take the joy of relocating. How this will affect the MCU is tough to say since it has to be mentioned that the removal of the Asgardians from their homeworld to earth is a huge shift, and it’s fair to state that once the area was opened to tourists, their lifestyle was bound to change in a big way since life on earth is very different than in the home of the gods.
4. We could be seeing more Olympians in the years to come.
The shot of Olympus and the back of Zeus was telling since it means that we could be seeing another pantheon emerging in the MCU, which would be interesting since it’s possible that Hercules might finally make his entrance and become another big name for the franchise. That’s a big if so far, but it would still be a lot of fun to see since the demigod is still a fun character and someone that is immensely strong, even more so than Thor it’s been stated, but is also a bit of a braggart, again, even more so than Thor. But for all that, it does feel that this could be a good thing since it can help to expand the franchise.
3. Thor is going to be doing some soul-searching.
This is something that Thor has needed to do for a while, but watching him sitting down to meditate isn’t something that a lot of people were thinking about likely, but it’s interesting enough to think that he might find some sort of inner balance. But seeing him plant Stormbreaker in the ground and say that his hero days are over sounds like something that runs counter to who the character is. Thinking that he still feels a certain way after Endgame is easy enough since the Infinity Saga took a lot out of many heroes in the MCU. But thinking that Thor might be trying to retire leaves mixed feelings.
2. Mjolnir will be repaired.
This has already been discussed as well since the fact that Lady Thor would need to possess a weapon had already come up a while ago. But thinking that the original Mjolnir would be reassembled and fused back together is interesting since revealing the original weapon and placing it in the hands of the new Thor does make a lot of sense. There’s the rumor that she knows how to access the abilities of Mjolnir better than Thor Odinson does, but we’ll get to see if this happens in the movie to come. It will be rather intriguing to see her in action since it does feel like a natural progression as the MCU moves along.
1. Gorr won’t look like what people were hoping to see.
The image that people have seen might not be the final form, or it might be something that isn’t complete, but thus far the image that Christian Bale has been given as Gorr the God Butcher doesn’t look as though it will satisfy a lot of fans. That could change and it could become something that people will rally around. But at the moment his character does look like something that’s going to be fully accepted. There’s still time to figure out what’s really going on, but the fact is that there are bound to be characters that people have been waiting on might appear in the same manner that is expected. There are plenty of other things to note when it comes to the teaser, but as of now, one can only imagine that some folks have analyzed and broken the teaser down frame by frame. | https://tvovermind.com/five-things-to-take-away-from-the-thor-love-thunder-teaser/ | 2022-04-20T18:05:31Z | https://tvovermind.com/five-things-to-take-away-from-the-thor-love-thunder-teaser/ | true | 1 |
The Ohio doctor accused of overprescribing fentanyl to his critically ill patients and hastening their deaths was found not guilty of 14 counts of murder on Wednesday.
William Husel and his attorney embraced at the defense table after the 14th and final not guilty verdict was read in court. He was subsequently discharged from the courtroom.
The decision comes just over a week after jurors began deliberating and days after they said they were at an impasse and could not reach a unanimous verdict, leading Franklin County Judge Michael Holbrook to instruct them to continue their deliberations.
Husel faced 14 counts of murder as prosecutors said he purposely administered excessive doses of fentanyl that caused or sped up the deaths of patients in the intensive care unit from 2015 to 2018. All of the counts also included the lesser charge of attempted murder.
"If you hasten a person's death, even if their death is as sure as the sun is going to rise in the morning, if you hasten that along, you have caused their death under the eyes of the law," Franklin County prosecutor David Zeyen said in closing arguments.
Defense attorney Jose Baez argued prosecutors had not proven beyond a reasonable doubt that the doses actually hastened the patients' deaths or that Husel purposely intended to kill the patients.
The trial began in February, with over 50 witnesses testifying for the prosecution, including doctors, nurses and administrative employees of Mount Carmel Hospital West, where Husel worked as the night ICU physician.
Family members detailed the stories of their loved ones declining quickly once at the hospital, as well as their experiences with Husel and the ICU. Experts also told the court the large fentanyl doses Husel gave to patients caused their deaths and were intended to accelerate the dying process.
Despite the accusations, Husel's former colleagues testified that he was a wonderful doctor who was hardworking, fought to save people's lives, was helpful to everyone in the ICU unit and was always there to teach and explain.
Husel's defense called just one witness, Dr. Joel Zivot, who studied the medical records of the 14 patients and determined they had severe and unrecoverable illnesses. Zivot also testified that recovery to a normal state of health was not possible for the patients, and he determined underlying medical issues caused their deaths.
Husel did not take the stand. His medical license is currently suspended, defense counsel confirmed to CNN.
How we got here
The trial comes almost three years after Husel, 46, was indicted on 25 counts of murder, though 11 of those counts were dismissed pretrial.
The Mount Carmel Health System initially said the hospital received a report related to Husel's care on October 25, 2018. The hospital system removed Husel from patient care a month later. In that period, three people died "after receiving excessive and potentially fatal doses of medication" ordered by the doctor, the hospital said in a statement.
Husel was fired December 5, 2018. That same month, an attorney representing Mount Carmel reached out to the Franklin County prosecutor's office, launching an investigation into Husel.
During their initial conversations, the attorney said a doctor -- later identified as Husel -- was "administering doses of fentanyl at a level that they internally believed were inappropriate and not for a legitimate medical purpose," said Ron O'Brien, the Franklin County prosecutor at the time.
The investigation found the doses, which ranged from 500 to 2,000 micrograms, "were designed to hasten the death of the patients that were being treated," O'Brien said.
Fentanyl is an opioid used to treat patients with chronic severe pain or severe pain after surgery, according to the US Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA). The drug, about 100 times more potent than morphine, is also often used in end-of-life care to reduce discomfort in dying patients.
The DEA considers 2 milligrams of fentanyl, or 2,000 micrograms, to be a potentially lethal dose.
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The National communications director of the opposition national democratic Congress(NDC), Sammy Gyamfi has asserted that Serwaa Broni’s alleged extramarital affair with the president can be a base for the removal of President Akuffo Addo from Office.
Speaking to an Accra-based 3NEWS this Wednesday, April 20, 2022, the ESQ quoted an article from the 1992 Constitution of Ghana clarifying that the President can be removed from office if found guilty of the allegations.
“If you check article 69 clause 1b, it states that if the president engages himself in any manner that brings the name of the nation or the president into disrepute, that can be the grounds for his impeachment.” He stated.
According to him, he does not doubt the fact that the said allegations from the lady are serious ones that can be within the scope of article 69 of our Constitution and can be a basis for the president’s impeachment.
“I have no doubt in my mind that the allegations from this lady…are serious allegations that fall under the scope of article 69 and can be the scope for the removal of President Akuffo Addo.” Said Sammy Gyamfi.
Mr. Gyamfi continued by calling the entire populace of Ghana as well as the media to rally behind the minority in fishing out the truth of this allegation by the lady in question ‘Serwa Broni’ that bothers on the abuse of the public purse by the President under the expense of the poor taxpayer so the impeachment against the President can be commenced. | https://newsghana.com.gh/we-can-impeach-akufo-addo-over-serwaa-bronis-allegation-sammy-gyamfi/ | 2022-04-20T18:07:06Z | https://newsghana.com.gh/we-can-impeach-akufo-addo-over-serwaa-bronis-allegation-sammy-gyamfi/ | true | 3 |
Appointed director of the Café de Paris at the beginning of the year to succeed Stefano Brancato, who held the position for twenty-six years, Éric Gorjux is taking on the biggest challenge of his life. But that is fine by Gorjux, who has a full CV, and knows the Principality’s establishments like the back of his hand.
He immediately fell under the spell. “I had just landed in Monaco and my father took me for a coffee on the terrace of the Café de Paris,” says Éric Gorjux, smiling as he recalls that first encounter with the Société des Bains de Mer. “That day, I said to myself, wow, what a fabulous place.”
Thirty years later, he is now running the Café de Paris. A real source of pride for Éric Gorjux, who landed on the French Riviera from his native Corsica at the age of twenty-two. “I was born in Nice, but I grew up in Corsica. I did all my schooling there, and part of my family is still over there.”
A remarkable rise
Leaving the ‘Isle of Beauty’ was not easy. But in Cannes, where he arrived in the early 1990s, and then in Monaco a few years later, Éric Gorjux quickly built up his now impressive CV.
I’ve had a lot of great openings, I’m proud of that
Éric Gorjux
“I started by doing a few extra shifts at the Monte Carlo Bar,” he explains. “I was also a DJ at the time. That allowed me to get to know a lot of people around Monaco.” For more than ten years, the Niçois went through all the Principality’s venues, from Zebra Square (now Zelo’s Monaco) to Tip Top, by way of the Thirty-Nine Monte-Carlo. Waiter, head of section, deputy head waiter… Eric Gorjux has worn many hats.
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Until he set sail for the capital. “I left for Paris in the mid-2000s to join the Frères Blanc group, which manages the fourteen largest brasseries in Paris.” A two-year adventure that was “very formative”, before returning to the Mediterranean coastline, working for the Dalton Group.
“I couldn’t resist the call of the South,” smiles the kitesurf enthusiast, who heads straight for the bay of Hyères when the wind is up and his schedule allows. “I spent a year in Cannes, before applying again in Monaco.”
SBM in his bones
This time, the Monegasque adventure was well and truly under way. And Eric Gorjux’s career was about to take a major turn. “I applied to the Maya Bay when it opened in 2007. It was a wonderful experience.”
The aim is to bring the locals and the Monegasques back in
Éric Gorjux
He was noticed, and invited to join the SBM when the Buddha Bar opened. A huge success. “But for family reasons, I decided to stop after four great years,” he says. “I then worked for a family office for two years.”
The “Swiss Army knife” Eric Gorjux felt like something was missing, however. The opportunity to put the Rampoldi Monte-Carlo back on track was too appealing. “I’ve had a lot of great openings”, he states. “I’m proud of that.”
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After the Rampoldi, Éric Gorjux was asked to open the COYA Monte-Carlo restaurant. Another huge success. “That was a fantastic opening. There were huge waiting lists.” During a chance conversation, the car fan was offered the director’s position at the Café de Paris, taking over from Stefano Brancato. The emotion is palpable. Thirty years after that first coffee on the Place du Casino, Éric Gorjux could see his dream come true.
“I didn’t hesitate for a single second.” A major challenge now lies ahead of him. To make Le Café de Paris “The place to be”. “The aim is to bring the locals and the Monegasques back in. With the competition, numbers have dropped off a little.” But there is no doubt that thanks to Éric Gorjux’s know-how, the new Café de Paris is set to provide its future customers with the best possible experience. | https://www.monaco-tribune.com/en/2022/04/profile-eric-gorjux-director-and-swiss-army-knife-at-the-cafe-de-paris/ | 2022-04-20T18:08:09Z | https://www.monaco-tribune.com/en/2022/04/profile-eric-gorjux-director-and-swiss-army-knife-at-the-cafe-de-paris/ | true | 1 |
Exploding Kittens: Tom Ellis, Lucy Liu Cast in Adult Animated Series, as Netflix Also Announces Mobile Game
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Kittens gonna be exploding alllllll over Netflix .
The ever-evolving streaming giant announced on Monday its plan to launch both a mobile game and a TV series adapted from the Exploding Kittens card game. Which I just learned is a thing.
Exploding Kittens — The Game will launch on Netflix in May, to be followed in 2023 by an adult animated comedy series starring Tom Ellis ( Lucifer ), Abraham Lim ( The Boys ), Lucy Liu ( Elementary ), Ally Maki ( Cloak & Dagger ), Mark Proksch ( What We Do in the Shadows ) and Sasheer Zamata ( Home Economics ).
In the animated series, which is titled (surprise) Exploding Kittens , “the eternal conflict between Heaven and Hell reaches epic proportions when both God and the Devil are sent to Earth — in the bodies of chunky house cats.”
Update: According to everyone’s assorted Instagrams, Ellis will be voicing God Cat… Zamata will be Devil Cat… Lim and Maki are playing siblings, and Liu their mom.
Shane Kosakowski and Matthew Inman will serve as showrunners and exec-produce with Mike Judge, Greg Daniels and Dustin Davis, Peter Chernin and Jenno Topping, and Exploding Kittens franchise creators Elan Lee and The Oatmeal’s Inman.
Exploding Kittens — The Game promises to retain the same gameplay as its source material, where players draw cards aiming to avoid the Exploding Kitten. Players will also enjoy two new cards: Radar (which reveals to players the position of the Exploding Kitten closest to the top of the card deck), and Flip Flop (which reverses the order of the cards in the deck).
Future cards and game mechanics will be themed around the animated series so you can play with favorite characters and “bring the show to life.” Offering both single and multiplayer options, the game will be available to Netflix members without additional fees or in-app purchases.
What do you think about Netflix’s foray into gaming, and the companion series?
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SANTA FE, N.M. — New Mexico workplace safety regulators on Wednesday issued the maximum possible fine against a film production company for firearms safety failures on the set of "Rust" where a cinematographer was fatally shot in October 2021 by actor and producer Alec Baldwin.
New Mexico's Occupational Health and Safety Bureau said Rust Movie Productions must pay $139,793, and distributed a scathing narrative of safety failures in violation of standard industry protocols, including testimony that production managers took limited or no action to address two misfires on set prior to the fatal shooting. The bureau also documented gun safety complaints from crew members that went unheeded and said weapons specialists were not allowed to make decisions about additional safety training.
"What we had, based on our investigators' findings, was a set of obvious hazards to employees regarding the use of firearms and management's failure to act upon those obvious hazards," Bob Genoway, bureau chief for occupational safety, told The Associated Press.
At a ranch on the outskirts of Santa Fe on Oct. 21, 2021, Baldwin was pointing a gun at cinematographer Halyna Hutchins inside a small church during setup for the filming of a scene when it went off, killing Hutchins and wounding the director, Joel Souza.
Baldwin said in a December interview with ABC News that he was pointing the gun at Hutchins at her instruction on the New Mexico set of the Western film when it went off without his pulling the trigger.
The new occupational safety report confirms that a large-caliber revolver was handed to Baldwin by an assistant director, David Halls, without consulting with on-set weapons specialists during or after the gun was loaded. Regulators note that Halls also served as safety coordinator and that he was present and witnessed two accidental discharges of rifles on set, and that he and other managers who knew of the misfires took no investigative, corrective or disciplinary action. Crew members expressed surprise and discomfort.
"The Safety Coordinator was present on set and took no direct action to address safety concerns," the report states. "Management was provided with multiple opportunities to take corrective actions and chose not to do so. As a result of these failures, Director Joel Souza and cinematographer Halyna Hutchins were severely injured. Halyna Hutchins succumbed to her injuries."
A spokesman for Rust Movie Productions did not immediately respond to an email seeking comment. An attorney for Baldwin was not immediately available.
James Kenney, secretary of the Environment Department that oversees occupational safety, said the agency dedicated 1,500 staff hours to its investigation, examined hundreds of documents and conducted at least a dozen interviews with cast and crew members.
Investigators found production managers placed tight limits on resources for a small team that controlled weapons on set and failed to address concerns about a shotgun left unattended twice.
Armorer Hannah Gutierrez Reed, the daughter of a sharpshooter and consultant to film productions, was limited to eight paid days as an armorer to oversee weapons and training, and was assigned otherwise to lighter duties as a props assistant. As her time as an armorer ran out, Gutierrez Reed warned a manager and was rebuffed.
Safety investigators also note that the production company did not develop a process to ensure live rounds of ammunition were not brought on set, in violation of industry safety protocols. Safety meetings were conducted, but not every day weapons were used, as required.
Investigations continue into possible criminal charges
Kenney said the separate investigations into possible criminal charges are still underway.
He said his agency received no direct safety complaints from cast or crew prior to the fatal shooting, even though anonymity is offered.
"This tragedy, this loss of life, it could have been prevented, and we want people to say something," he said.
Kenney was appointed in 2019 by Democratic Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham, a staunch advocate for the film industry who increased a state cap in industry incentives shortly after taking office.
New Mexico competes with non-Hollywood production sites in states such as Georgia, Louisiana and New York. Film productions have flocked to New Mexico in recent years to seize on its diverse outdoor scenery, moderate costs and generous state incentives, including a rebate of between 25% and 35% of in-state spending for video production that helps filmmakers large and small underwrite their work.
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Lakewood hate-crimes suspect shouts profanities at state judge as feds add new charges
TOMS RIVER — Just as a 27-year-old Manchester man was cursing out a Superior Court judge who was advising him of a state terrorism charge, the U.S. Attorney’s Office Wednesday brought federal hate crimes charges against him in the string of violent assaults on members of the Orthodox Jewish community in and around Lakewood.
U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger said Dion Marsh is charged with four counts of violating the federal Matthew Shepard and James Byrd Jr. Hate Crimes Prevention Act and one count of carjacking.
Three of the four federal hate crimes complaints allege Marsh attempted to murder the victims. The fourth alleges he assaulted the victim. The charges alleging attempted murder carry maximum prison terms of life, while the charge alleging assault carries a maximum term of 10 years, and the carjacking charge carries a maximum 15-year prison term.
All of the victims were visibly identifiable Orthodox Jewish men, Sellinger said in a news release.
The federal allegations mirror the first set of state charges brought against Marsh by the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office relating to the crime spree in Lakewood and Jackson on April 8. The prosecutor’s office brought new charges against Marsh last week, including terrorism and additional crimes turned up in an ongoing investigation.
Marsh, appearing virtually Wednesday from a cell at the Ocean County Jail before Superior Court Judge Guy P. Ryan to hear the new state charges, repeatedly told the judge to shut up and even hurled F-bombs at him.
At the same time, federal authorities made the following allegations against Marsh related to events on April 8:
- At 1:18 p.m., Marsh forced a visibly identifiable Orthodox Jewish man out of his car in Lakewood, assaulting and injuring him in the process, then took the car and drove away.
- At 6:06 p.m., Marsh was driving a different car in Lakewood when he deliberately struck another visibly identifiable Orthodox Jewish man with the vehicle, attempting to kill him and causing him to suffer several broken bones.
- At 6:55 p.m., Marsh, again in the vehicle stolen from the first victim, deliberately struck a visibly identifiable Orthodox Jewish man with it in Lakewood, and then got out of the car and stabbed the man in the chest, attempting to kill him.
- At 8:23 p.m., Marsh used the stolen car to strike a visibly identifiable Orthodox Jewish man who was walking nearby in Jackson, attempting to kill him and causing him to suffer several broken bones and internal injuries.
Marsh was arrested about midnight at his home in Manchester.
Later, on April 9, Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer announced his office had charged Marsh with three counts of attempted murder, carjacking, possession of a weapon for an unlawful purpose, unlawful possession of a weapon and three counts of bias intimidation in connection with the same events.
An affidavit of probable cause to charge Marsh with the crimes alleged that the defendant, when asked by detectives why he committed the crimes, responded, “It had to be done.’’ He went on to tell them, “These are the real devils,’’ elaborating that he was referring to Hassidic Jews, the affidavit said.
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Last week, Billhimer said an ongoing investigation revealed additional crimes allegedly committed by Marsh on the same day, leading to more charges against him, including terrorism. Billhimer described the additional crimes as an attempted carjacking at 1:10 p.m. in Lakewood; another pedestrian struck by a car in Lakewood at 5:20 p.m., and an attempted kidnapping of a child in Lakewood at 5:25 p.m.
Based on those new allegations, the prosecutor’s office last week signed complaints against Marsh charging him with terrorism, two additional counts of bias intimidation and one count each of attempted carjacking, attempted murder and attempted kidnapping.
Marsh appeared virtually before Ryan in state Superior Court to hear the new state charges. He yelled and hurled obscenities repeatedly throughout the proceeding, prompting the judge to order the hearing’s moderator to mute the defendant.
Marsh began shouting as soon as Deputy Assistant Public Defender Marissa DeAnna entered her appearance on Marsh’s behalf.
“She can leave now or shut the f—- up,’’ Marsh yelled.
“It’s game f——— over,’’ Marsh shouted. “Call Dion, call Tyrone, call Simpson. I’m done with this bulls—-.’’
It was unclear who Marsh was referring to.
Ryan interrupted and told Marsh he was going to advise him of new charges against him.
“Oh, word, and what’s yours? Terrorism?’’ Marsh said. “F—- you. Get going.’’
At that point, Ryan directed the moderator to mute Marsh.
Ryan then advised Marsh of the new state charges against him. He advised Marsh that the terrorism charge carries a term of between 30 years in prison without the possibility of parole, up to life in prison. The terrorism charge also carries a presumption of pretrial detention, Ryan explained.
The complaint alleges Marsh “did commit or attempt to conspire or threaten to commit the crimes of murder, carjacking and kidnapping with the purpose to promote an act of terrorism or terrorize five or more persons,’’ Ryan said.
With that, the judge asked to have the defendant unmuted so he could ask him if he understood his rights and the new charges against him.
When he was unmuted, Marsh again began shouting. He appeared to say something about “double murder’’ and then asked the judge if he wanted the phone numbers of attorneys he apparently wants to hire.
“Do you want the numbers or not?’’ Marsh asked the judge.
“No, I don’t call the attorneys for you, sir,’’ Ryan responded.
“Ok, then shut the f——up,’’ Marsh told him. “Don’t get me a public defender.’’
He continued yelling profanities.
“Okay, so we’re going to mute you again because you can’t conduct yourself appropriately,’’ the judge said.
Marsh was scheduled to have a detention hearing Wednesday, but both DeAnna and Victoria Esler, an assistant Ocean County prosecutor, asked for adjournments.
Ryan granted the adjournments and scheduled Marsh’s detention hearing for Tuesday.
Then, the judge told Marsh he would again be unmuted to ask if he understood the day’s proceedings.
“Mr. Marsh, we’re going to try one more time to see if you can speak like a gentleman,’’ Ryan told him.
Marsh’s response was, “Bulls—-! Shut the f—— up. Shut up. Shut the f—— up.’’’
Before ending the proceeding, Ryan said, “The defendant continues to be unable to comport himself in a judicial proceeding. …Unfortunately, he’s not able to communicate with me and continues to yell and use profanity.’’
Kathleen Hopkins, a reporter in New Jersey since 1985, covers crime, court cases, legal issues, unsolved mysteries and just about every major murder trial to hit Monmouth and Ocean counties. Contact her at khopkins@app.com.
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U.S. women’s hockey star Amanda Kessel is joining the Pittsburgh Penguins for an executive management program that could put her on track to work full time in an NHL front office.
Kessel is the first participant in the new program the team unveiled Wednesday. She follows the lead of retired U.S. star and Hockey Hall of Famer Cammi Granato and other women in NHL management roles.
Kessel said she was excited to learn on the job with the Penguins, where she’ll work alongside team executives in hockey operations, marketing and broadcasting departments.
“The Penguins presented me with the opportunity to use my experience and love for hockey in a whole new capacity and I look forward to making the most of this program,” Kessel said in a statement.
Granato and former agent Émilie Castonguay are assistant general managers with the Vancouver Canucks, Kessel teammate Kendall Coyne Schofield is a player development coach for the Chicago Blackhawks and retired Canadian stars Hayley Wickenheiser and Danielle Goyette work for the Toronto Maple Leafs in player development.
The Penguins program is the first of its kind in the NHL. Other teams following suit could open the door for more women and minorities to advance to management roles, which are still held almost exclusively across the league by white men.
"The Penguins have always taken the lead in innovation, and this is an example of us looking ahead as an organization to drive diversity and inclusion in the National Hockey League,” Penguins president and CEO David Morehouse said. “Our new executive management program gives unprecedented access to women and minorities to attain permanent, front office executive positions in hockey and other professional sports.”
Kessel, 30, represented the U.S. at the past three Winter Olympics, winning a gold medal in 2018 and taking home silver in 2014 and 2022.
She joins the team where her brother Phil won the Stanley Cup twice. While playing at a Professional Women’s Hockey Players Association event in Pittsburgh recently, she said the city has special meaning to her family.
Kessel also said then that Granato and others inspired her and teammates to envision working in the NHL.
“If there’s a way, any place you want to stay in the game, and especially at the National Hockey League level, that’s kind of everybody’s dream,” Kessel told The Associated Press at the time. “We didn’t see those opportunities or it was more of a dream, but now it’s a reality for a bunch, and it kind of paves the way for the rest of us, knowing that if you’re not playing there are other avenues to still stay in the game. And that’s huge for us. It’s people like Cammi that are paving the way and hopefully following in her footsteps.”
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Fire crews called to blaze at city industrial estate
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Plumes of smoke were seen billowing out of a unit at an industrial estate on the outskirts of Norwich on Wednesday afternoon.
Norfolk Fire Service were called to a vehicle fire at Rackheath Industrial Estate at 3.45pm on April 20.
Crews from Sprowston, Earlham, Hethersett and Carrow attended the scene and used hose reel jets to extinguish the fire before using thermal imaging cameras to check for hotspots.
Eyewitnesses said that it the fire developed quickly and that it sounded like fireworks were exploding inside the unit.
John Burke, 52, works as a care manager at an office nearby.
He said: "I saw a young lad running out from the workshop unit trying to find a fire extinguisher from a next door building.
"Soon after it sounded like fireworks were going off and flames and plumes of smoke started coming out of the unit.
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"The flames took hold straight away.
"There is a shed company and shepherds hut company next door so there is a lot of wood nearby but thankfully nothing else caught alight."
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By ZEKE MILLER
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden’s administration has been working for months to prepare people to rethink their personal risk calculations as the nation gets used to the idea of living with an endemic COVID-19.
But that measured approach disappeared abruptly when a federal judge on Monday threw out the federal requirement to mask up when using mass transit. The ruling added to the urgency of the messaging challenge as the administration tries to move past the virus in the lead-up to midterm elections.
After the government last month eased indoor mask-wearing guidelines for the vast majority of Americans – even in schools — masking on planes was one of the last redoubts of the national COVID-19 restrictions. Now, as the policy falls, the administration turns to accelerating its efforts to provide the best advice for millions making their own personal safety decisions in the still-dangerous pandemic.
It’s both a public health imperative and an important shift in emphasis for Biden’s political future.
“There is an opportunity now, instead of saying this is a disappointing ruling, they could say this is a good time to have a conversation about how we move forward in this pandemic about risk calculation,” said Dr. Amesh Adalja an infectious disease physician and a senior scholar at the Johns Hopkins Center for Health Security.
“With COVID-19, I think we’re at a point with immunity from prior infections, vaccines, home tests and treatments that we can start to manage this the way we manage other infectious diseases,” he said.
Biden himself went all-in on flexibility Tuesday when asked if Americans should mask up on planes.
“That’s up to them,” Biden declared during a visit to Portsmouth, New Hampshire. But his own White House nonetheless continues to require face coverings for those traveling with him on Air Force One, citing guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
The shift toward less formal regulation was actually previewed in a 100-page plan released by the White House coronavirus response team in February. Back then, administration officials had hoped that children under 5 would be eligible for vaccination by now — a move that would have eased the concern of millions of parents and provided the umbrella of protection to nearly everyone in the U.S. who wanted it.
Monday’s court order lifting the mask mandate came at a crossroads in the nation’s pandemic response, just shy of a year to the day from when all American adults were eligible for vaccination against COVID-19. The ruling sent government agencies and the White House scrambling to comply, but that didn’t stop momentary confusion among travelers as airlines and airports dropped their mask requirements — in some cases mid-flight.
The administration stressed that Americans should still comply with CDC recommendations to wear face coverings, even in the absence of the mandate. Biden’s press secretary, Jen Psaki, said as much just an hour before his “up to them” comment.
“The CDC continues to advise and recommend masks on airplanes. We’re abiding by the CDC recommendations, the president is, and we would advise all Americans to do that,” she said.
On Tuesday, Justice Department spokesman Anthony Coley said officials believe that the federal mask order was “a valid exercise of the authority Congress has given CDC to protect the public health.” He said it was “an important authority the Department will continue to work to preserve.”
But he said the department would only appeal the ruling if the CDC determined that the mask mandate was still necessary for public health. As of Tuesday evening, the agency hadn’t made a determination, officials said.
Psaki on Tuesday indicated that while the administration was disappointed with the ruling, it didn’t rank with Congress’ inability to reach a compromise on additional COVID funding to purchase booster shots and antiviral treatments.
“Those are our biggest concerns,” she said.
Face-covering requirements, which have proven to lower the risks of infection, have grown increasingly political in the U.S. over the last year, particularly as cases and severe outcomes have fallen.
The lingering mandate for public transit and air travel served as a daily reminder for many people that the pandemic they badly wanted to be over was still affecting their lives, even if vaccinations and antiviral treatments had dramatically lowered their risk. For others who are still fearful of the virus, each roll-back of pandemic restrictions has sparked fresh disquiet — and in some cases criticism of the Biden administration.
“There are still a lot of people in this country who still want to have masks in place — either they have immunocompromised relatives, they have kids under 5, whatever it may be,” said Psaki.
Monday’s court ruling hastened an outcome that was likely coming in weeks anyway. Many administration officials believed that last week’s 15-day extension of the mask order to May 3 would be the last. The public health agency had asked for the additional time to monitor whether a recent rise in infections would result in increased hospitalizations or deaths. So far it hasn’t.
The court’s order caught the administration by surprise and left it struggling to grasp its impact — both on the requirement’s end and on CDC’s authorities going forward.
“CDC scientists had asked for 15 days to make a more data-driven durable decision,” Dr. Aashish Jha, the new White House COVID-19 coordinator, tweeted on Tuesday. “We should have given it to them.”
The uptick in cases and a recent spate of positive cases in Biden’s orbit — including second gentleman Doug Emhoff and House Speaker Nancy Pelosi — was a potent reminder that the virus isn’t going away.
Biden, 79, was never identified as a “close contact” under CDC guidelines, the White House said, and officials emphasized that he is strongly protected against the virus by being vaccinated and twice-boosted.
Controlling the virus that has killed 986,000 Americans has been a priority for Biden since taking office. The U.S. now averages about 35,000 confirmed cases per day, down from a high of more than 806,000 during January’s omicron surge, but up slightly from lows of about 26,000 a month ago. Those figures are surely an undercount since many people don’t report the results of at-home tests to public health authorities.
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You can welcome home veterans returning to Louisville from Honor Flight
Veterans of the Korean War and Vietnam War are returning from an Honor Flight Wednesday night, and the organization wants as many people as possible to come out to welcome them home.
The veterans will be arriving at the Muhammad Ali Louisville International Airport around 9:45 p.m. on Wednesday, and people are encouraged to arrive around 9 p.m.
There are 72 Vietnam War vets and 8 Korean War vets on the trip, which departed for Washington, D.C. at 7:45 a.m. Wednesday morning.
While there, the vets will tour the World War II Memorial, Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial and, of course, the Korean War and Vietnam War Memorials.
After that, they will head to Arlington National Cemetery where they will see the changing of the guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier before finally gathering for a group photo in front of the Iwo Jima statue at the Marine Corps War Memorial.
Honor Flight hopes they will receive a big crowd when they get back, especially the Vietnam vets who did not get many warm welcomes when returning from that conflict.
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Unique verification tool saves time, accelerates leasing
NEW YORK, April 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- VERO, the modern leasing platform for owners and renters, today announced the addition of a residency verification offering to its robust leasing platform. Designed to remove the time-consuming process of leasing agents manually contacting previous landlords, VERO's verification of residency capability electronically gathers feedback from the applicant's most recent landlord. As a result, property managers seamlessly gain insights into the quality of applicants to inform approval decisions, all while reducing friction and mitigating fraud.
VERO is the first and only technology solution in the industry to automate the time-consuming task of verifying an applicant's previous residency, relieving staff from burdensome tasks while accelerating the time from lead to lease.
"During peak leasing season, every minute matters," said Lou Baugier, CEO at VERO. "VERO's new residency verification tool complements our already robust, centralized offerings to cut down on tedious tasks–adding even more protection and automation for our clients."
Once the applicant provides the contact information of the previous landlord, VERO automatically contacts the previous landlord with a short, mobile-optimized survey. VERO collects responses and provides the client with scored surveys to inform approval decisions. With verification of residency embedded in the platform, clients are able to move swiftly to execute qualified leases faster and more securely.
VERO's modern platform mitigates application fraud, saves teams 92% of time processing leases, and recovers 96% of leasing costs. Additionally, VERO provides transparency to owners, operators, leasing teams, and renters, while surfacing actionable insights that increase NOI.
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COLUMBUS – Officials have announced the final ticketed Ohio State Fair concert, as well as three free events held in the WCOL Celeste Center, completing the Ohio State Fair Concert Series powered by AEP Ohio’s Smart Grid.
The ultimate pop concert for kids, KIDZ BOP LIVE 2022, will be held on opening day of the Ohio State Fair, July 27, at 6:30 p.m. Fairgoers of all ages can sing and dance along with the KIDZ BOP Kids as they perform today’s biggest hits, live on stage, including “Good 4 U” and “Dance Monkey.”
Tickets for KIDZ BOP LIVE 2022 go on sale this Friday, April 22 at 10 a.m. Fans who sign up to receive Ohio State Fair enewsletters can get access to a presale starting this Wednesday, April 20 at 10 a.m., ending Thursday, April 21 at 11:59 p.m.
Additionally, all fairgoers are invited to enjoy free shows including the All-Ohio State Fair Band and Youth Choir, The Drifters, and the Sale of Champions in the WCOL Celeste Center. The 12-day Ohio State Fair features a diverse selection of entertainment that appeals to many Ohioans and out-of-state fairgoers, including Christian, country, R&B, classic rock, funk, family, and comedy.
Each concert ticket purchased in advance includes admission to the Fair, giving music lovers and comedy fans the opportunity to enjoy all facets of the Ohio State Fair before attending a show. All concerts take place in the indoor, air-conditioned WCOL Celeste Center. Tickets will be available for purchase at ticketmaster.com/OhioStateFair | https://www.athensmessenger.com/connect/final-concert-for-state-fair-announced/article_2b10e222-bf26-11ec-8353-6be9935e3a0f.html | 2022-04-20T18:20:23Z | https://www.athensmessenger.com/connect/final-concert-for-state-fair-announced/article_2b10e222-bf26-11ec-8353-6be9935e3a0f.html | true | 1 |
Arlington County, Virginia, and the small city of Ivano-Frankivsk in Ukraine have been sister cities for more than a decade. The two cities mostly focused on cultural and professional exchanges but now Arlington has a new mission: sending humanitarian aid to its partner city.
Margaret Barthel of WAMU reports.
This article was originally published on WBUR.org.
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Autism Dads Social Club organizes fun activities for dads to learn about each other's journey and to help their children develop social skills while playing with their peers.
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Effective: 2022-04-13 16:53:00 CDT Expires: 2022-04-13 17:15:00 CDT Urgency: Immediate Severity: Severe Certainty: Observed Instruction: A Tornado Watch remains in effect until 900 PM CDT for western Tennessee. For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building. Target Area: Carroll; Crockett; Gibson; Henderson; Madison A SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 515 PM CDT FOR SOUTHEASTERN CROCKETT...NORTHWESTERN HENDERSON...SOUTHERN GIBSON...WESTERN CARROLL...EASTERN HAYWOOD AND MADISON COUNTIES At 452 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm was located near Milan, moving northeast at 60 mph. HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Expect damage to roofs, siding, and trees. Locations impacted include Jackson, Brownsville, Humboldt, Milan, Lexington, McKenzie, Trenton, Huntingdon, Fairview, Alamo, Bells, Three Way, Bradford, Atwood, Blue Goose, Bargerton, Bemis, Belle Eagle, Holly Grove and Adair. HAIL THREAT...RADAR INDICATED MAX HAIL SIZE...<.75 IN WIND THREAT...RADAR INDICATED MAX WIND GUST...60 MPH | https://www.newsbreak.com/news/2575423195503/severe-thunderstorm-warning-issued-for-caldwell-la-salle-by-nws | 2022-04-20T18:23:35Z | https://www.newsbreak.com/news/2575423195503/severe-thunderstorm-warning-issued-for-caldwell-la-salle-by-nws | true | 52 |
ATLANTA (AP) — U.S. Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene is appealing a federal judge's ruling allowing a challenge to her eligibility to run for reelection to proceed.
A group of voters last month filed the challenge with the secretary of state's office alleging that Greene helped facilitate the Jan. 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol that disrupted Congress' certification of Joe Biden’s presidential election victory. They say that violates a part of the 14th Amendment and makes her ineligible to run for reelection.
Greene says the law that the voters are using to challenge her eligibility is unconstitutional, and she filed a lawsuit asking a federal judge to prohibit state officials from enforcing it. U.S. District Judge Amy Totenberg on Monday ruled that the challenge can proceed. Greene on Tuesday filed an appeal with the 11th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals.
The provision of the 14th Amendment cited in the challenge says no one can serve in Congress “who, having previously taken an oath, as a member of Congress ... to support the Constitution of the United States, shall have engaged in insurrection or rebellion against the same.” Ratified shortly after the Civil War, it was meant in part to keep representatives who had fought for the Confederacy from returning to Congress.
Greene has denied aiding or engaging in an insurrection.
The challenge, which was filed on behalf of the voters by a group called Free Speech for People, is set for a hearing before an administrative law judge Friday. The administrative law judge must then present his findings to the secretary of state, who then must determine whether Greene is eligible to appear on the ballot.
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Prince Harry Dodges Question About Missing Brother William & Dad Charles After Secret U.K. Reunion With Queen Elizabeth
Apr. 20 2022, Published 10:51 a.m. ET
Prince Harry dodged a question about whether he misses his brother, Prince William, and father, Prince Charles, after he and wife Meghan Markle met up with Queen Elizabeth for the first time since stepping back from their royal duties.
The dad of two, 37, segued when host Hoda Kotb brought up the subject during his interview on the Today show in the Netherlands, where they were attending the 2022 Invictus Games.
"For me at the moment, I'm here focused on these guys [the athletes] and these families and giving everything that I can, 120 percent to them to make sure they have the experience of a lifetime," Harry said on Wednesday, refusing to comment. "That's my focus here. And when I leave here, I get back and my focus is on my family who I miss massively."
Harry did, however, confirm his secret reunion with his grandmother in the U.K. shortly before he ventured over to The Hague. The now-Santa Barbara resident said they have a special bond that he very much cherishes.
"It was great. It was really nice to see her. To be able to see her in some element of privacy was nice," he told Hoda. "I hadn't had the chance to go back to the U.K. for a couple of years apart from those two times. One for my grandfather's funeral and one for unveiling a statue of my mom."
"We talk about things that she can't talk about with anybody else, so that is always a nice peace to her," Harry continued, noting there is a possibility that he will return for Elizabeth's Platinum Jubilee celebration in June, but it's not certain due to "security issues."
He happily added that she was in "great form" when he saw her, stating that he wanted to make sure she is always "protected" and has "the right people around her."
Harry also briefly mentioned his brother again when discussing his blissful home life with Meghan and their kids, Archie and Lilibet, in the United States. He said the Santa Barbara community has welcomed him and his family with open arms.
The former royal even revealed that he feels the presence of his late mother, Princess Diana, "more so than ever before" after he forged his own path in life. "And it is almost as though she's done her bit with my brother and now she's very much, like, helping me," he shared. "Got him set up. And now she's helping me set up. That's what it feels like, you know?" | https://radaronline.com/p/prince-harry-dodges-question-about-william-charles/ | 2022-04-20T18:28:28Z | https://radaronline.com/p/prince-harry-dodges-question-about-william-charles/ | true | 1 |
Tigers Basketball on line to grab top transfer
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - The transfer portal may just work out in Penny Hardaway’s favor. The University of Memphis Head Coach got the Tigers in a position to bag a big one from the portal.
Former SMU Guard Kendric Davis, considered the top transfer available, named the UofM among his Top 7 teams.
The American Athletic Conference Player of the Year lists the Tigers, along with Texas, Kansas, Houston, Texas Tech, Gonzaga and TCU.
Davis led the AAC in Scoring at 19.4 points per game, dished out 7.6 assists and grabbed 4.4 rebounds a game as a senior in earning First Team All-Conference for the second straight season.
The graduate Transfer says he’ll make his announcement Friday night at 8 p.m.
He also put his name in the NBA Draft but has not hired an agent.
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Vicky McClure’s Our Dementia choir performs to launch Power of Music report
Vicky McClure’s Our Dementia Choir has performed in London to highlight a report which said music can play a “powerful” role in improving the lives of dementia patients.
The choir sang three songs – including I’m A Believer and Stand By Me – at Universal Music UK in King’s Cross to celebrate the Power of Music report which looks at how music can support staff, create savings and generally improve healthcare services.
In 2019, actress McClure presented a BBC One documentary called Our Dementia Choir, exploring how music can help people living with some forms of the condition.
We should never underestimate the transformative and healing power of music
In the show, which earned a Bafta TV nomination, she spoke of seeing dementia first-hand after caring for her grandmother Iris, who died in 2015.
The Bafta-award winning actress, who starred in Trigger Point and Line Of Duty, said music has “healing powers” for dementia patients.
She said: “We should never underestimate the transformative and healing power of music.
“Music can uplift people living with dementia, change their mood and bring them joy.
“This is the reason why I started Our Dementia Choir and why it remains so close to my heart.
“We were all delighted to be invited to perform at the launch and not only meet so many people that think in the way we do, but who are also committed to ensuring music is used to benefit people with dementia in the future.”
At the event on Wednesday, which was also attended by Music for Dementia ambassador Lauren Laverne, The Utley Foundation revealed it was making a £1 million donation to kickstart funding for grassroots activity around music for dementia.
Laverne said: “This was a fantastic evening of collaboration and commitment to elevating music – with all its therapeutic benefits – to improve health and wellbeing in society.
“The great thing with this report is that it’s just the beginning and part of a long-term plan of what we can achieve by working together.”
The chairman of Universal Music UK David Joseph also previewed Music Can at the event, an online resource which serves as a music and dementia information hub.
Music for Dementia campaign director Grace Meadows said: “This evening was a demonstration of what can happen when we work together to harness the power of music.
“The report offers practical and achievable recommendations, and it is testament to the vision of the report that we are already seeing tangible and meaningful investment being made in this space.”
UK Music chief executive Jamie Njoku-Goodwin said: “This event demonstrated what a huge appetite there is to take this agenda forward.
“Across the music industry, the political landscape and the health and care system, we all want to harness the power of music to boost our health and wellbeing.
“This report can and should be the start of a revolution in how we use music to provide care and improve lives across the country. Now we need to work together to make that a reality.”
The Power of Music report, launched on Wednesday at the Universal Music UK headquarters, recommends the UK appoint a commissioner to “champion and co-ordinate” projects including the setting up of a cross-government taskforce.
The published document follows a one-year study by UK Music, which represents the collective interests of the sector, and Music for Dementia, the health and music campaign.
Among those consulted were charities, the Government and the health and social care sectors, as well as musicians, music therapists, people living with dementia and their carers.
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Vail Resorts officials on Tuesday night issued the above map and following statement after a meeting of the Vail Town Council that saw council members vote 4-3 to begin condemnation proceedings on a parcel of Vail Resorts’ land in East Vail slated for affordable housing:
Vail Mountain and Beaver Creek Resort employees were joined by members of the community at the Vail Town Council tonight – in force – in support of critically needed affordable housing in East Vail. Vail Resorts is committing $17 million to bring 165 desperately needed beds to the community. As you will see in the attached remarks from Beth Howard and the accompanying documents, it is unfair that members of the Vail Town Council continue to oppose this already approved affordable housing project, while they support building luxury homes in the same area.
Statement: Tonight, a divided Vail Town Council voted to begin steps in pursuing condemnation of the property that the Town Council previously approved for affordable housing. On behalf of all of the hard working employees in Vail, we appreciate the three Vail Town Council members who opposed moving forward on drafting a resolution. We remain hopeful that the Vail Town Council will make the right decision and not try to block this shovel-ready affordable housing project. Vail needs housing now – not development that might happen in 5 years. If the Town can support luxury homes in East Vail, then it can support affordable housing. We will continue to aggressively pursue this affordable housing project for the hard-working employees in our community.
These prepared remarks by Beth Howard, Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of Vail Mountain, were read to the Vail Town Council on April 19, 2022:
Good evening. I’m Beth Howard, Chief Operating Officer of Vail Mountain. Thank you for giving
me some time to address the council.
I certainly recognize this is a difficult topic, but personally, as someone who oversees an operation
of thousands of employees and cares deeply about the team members who keep our community
going – I am optimistic about bringing this affordable housing project, with 165 beds for hard
working individuals, to life in the fall of 2023.
I was disappointed, and saddened for our community of employees to see that condemnation of
the East Vail affordable housing parcel was on your agenda today. I, along with many of the Eagle
County resort employees present and in spirit today, urge you not to condemn this parcel and to
allow it to move forward as planned.
I urge the Council to do the right thing and support our community of workers. We are in a crisis. We all know it, read about it; see it and live it.
There is an urgent need for this project now, more now than ever before.
We cannot wait because maybe there will be an alternative five years down the road –
because then someone else won’t like it and then we are right back here in this room, with
the same crisis before us today.
We must address this crisis now if Vail is to continue to be Vail. This project was approved by the Vail Town Council in 2019.
It went through extensive environmental review – more than any other project of its kind and in this area in East Vail.
It went to state court– was tested again – and still approved.
We understand there are newly elected representatives on the Town Council, but the community must trust that the Town Council respects and lives up to the decisions of prior councils or there is no continuity for people and businesses to rely upon.
Just like I, as COO of Vail Mountain, respect and live up to the decisions of my predecessors. Why would we, as a Town, move to condemn affordable housing in the sheep range but not move to condemn all the luxury homes built, and some being built right now, in the sheep winter range? You must answer that question for the community before you condemn. I want to highlight with a map exactly what I am talking about.
Here is a map of the area in East Vail. This is a map from the Colorado Parks and Wildlife this week, which defines the sheep range reflected in blue.
You can see here on the left all the housing development – in the sheep range. You cannot ignore there are many homes in the sheep range.
The fact is, there was a recent home developed in 2021 and currently one under construction.
Here you can see the large 17 acres that Vail Resorts donated and protected as habitat.
And down here, with the yellow boxes mostly outside of the sheep range, you can see the affordable housing project.
Is the Town here today to condemn all of these properties? At the same time that the Town has been actively working to block the affordable housing project, the Town has permitted the construction of luxury 5,000 square foot homes in the bighorn sheep range.
None of these homes performed an environmental review like we did for our project.
None of these homes funded habitat improvement for the sheep like we did for our project.
None of these homes have an extensive environmental mitigation plan like our project.
And perhaps most telling, none of these projects faced backlash and condemnation from local
homeowners or the Vail Town Council.
Why do the sheep only become an issue when the project being proposed is affordable housing?
This map will be made public and we should all ask: why these homes and not affordable housing?
How will opponents speaking today respond – I encourage any and all speakers who reside in this area –point to your house and explain why your house is OK, but affordable housing is not.
Look at the employees in the room, my team members, and tell them they can’t live in East Vail, while many live in luxury homes right in the heart of the sheep’s territory.
East Vail should be for everyone. Please do the right thing.
We have a housing crisis now.
We have a project for 165 beds ready to go now.
We need employees now.
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A milestone for KDB
Set to make appearance number 3️⃣0️⃣0️⃣ tonight... @DeBruyneKev 🤩👏#ManCity pic.twitter.com/aBak6Z3Ucq
— Manchester City (@ManCity) April 20, 2022
Team news: Manchester City vs Brighton
📋 𝗧𝗘𝗔𝗠 𝗡𝗘𝗪𝗦 📋
— Manchester City (@ManCity) April 20, 2022
XI | Ederson, Stones, Laporte, Ake, Cancelo, Rodrigo, Gundogan (C), Bernardo, Mahrez, De Bruyne, Foden
SUBS | Steffen, Dias, Sterling, Jesus, Grealish, Zinchenko, Fernandinho, Palmer, Lavia #ManCity pic.twitter.com/4XO1QEf5FQ
TEAM NEWS. 🚨 Here's how Albion line up against @ManCity tonight! 📝
— Brighton & Hove Albion (@OfficialBHAFC) April 20, 2022
📲 https://t.co/S3j1TIedJv ✘ #BHAFC 🔵⚪️ pic.twitter.com/JPSZfFgHkI
Teams news: Chelsea vs Arsenal
Your Chelsea team news tonight! 🔵#CheArs pic.twitter.com/q5y8IKHLiA
— Chelsea FC (@ChelseaFC) April 20, 2022
🚨 TEAM NEWS
— Arsenal (@Arsenal) April 20, 2022
🏴 Nketiah leads the line
🇪🇬 Elneny joins the midfield
🏴 Holding comes into the back-line
🙌 COME ON ARSENAL#CHEARS pic.twitter.com/IOfpc8Cx1q
Today's schedule
No matter what league you're looking to follow, there's certainly a big game on today!
In England, all eyes will be on Arsenal's clash with Chelsea as the Gunners look to make a push towards the top four. Meanwhile, there's also a title race to keep an eye on, as Manchester City look to keep pace with Liverpool atop the league as they take on Brighton.
Spanish giants Real Madrid are closing in on a title of their own, and they'll be facing Osasuna as they inch closer as rivals Atletico Madrid take on Granada. French champions PSG, meanwhile, visit Angers, while Juventus look to continue their top-four push as they face Fiorentina.
And then there's some action in Germany as RB Leipzig host Union Berlin.
Which games will you be keeping an eye on?
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Recreational pot legal in NJ April 21: Here's what PA residents need to know
This Thursday, New Jersey will commence legal marijuana sales through dispensaries across the state— but before you plan a trip to the Garden State, you might want to brush up on some of the details about getting your greens.
Over a year and a half after the special adoption of new personal use cannabis rules in New Jersey, seven medical marijuana dispensaries will be able to sell recreational cannabis at multiple locations across the state as of Thursday. So, what does this mean for residents of the Keystone State who may be interested in taking a trip across the border to procure some legal marijuana?
First, it helps to understand that yes, as a resident of Pennsylvania, you can purchase legal marijuana in New Jersey if you are over the age of 21, according to Toni-Anne Blake, communications director of the New Jersey Cannabis Regulatory Commission. Customers can pick up one ounce of dried flower, five grams of concentrates, resins, or oils, or 1,000 mgs of ingestible products like gummies.
"A purchase of a combination of products may be 1/2 ounce of dried flower plus 2 1/2 grams of concentrate, or 5 packages of gummies and 1/2 ounce of dried flower," the CRC's Recreational Use website states. "Available products will vary by dispensary. Perishable edibles like cookies and brownies are not available for purchase from any dispensary. The law allows adults 21 years and older to be in possession of 1 ounce total of cannabis and cannabis products."
But don't even think about driving back over to the commonwealth with any of that cannabis."It is illegal to transport cannabis across state lines," Blake said, advising visitors who wish to partake in marijuana to "Just spend the night when you come in from the Poconos."
Even New Jersey residents that vacation in the Poconos would be subject to Pa. state laws when it comes to cannabis, whether it is recreational or medicinal.
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Crossing state lines with a cannabis product does violate federal law, meaning authorities could penalize you for doing so. And if you are found to be in possession of legally procured marijuana from New Jersey while in Pennsylvania, police may also take action.
"Marijuana is a Schedule I Controlled Substance in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. As Pennsylvania’s law currently stands, a person can be charged by any law enforcement agency in Pennsylvania for illegal possession of marijuana," Lieutenant Adam Reed, director of Pennsylvania State Police's Communications Office, said.
And while police in Pennsylvania usually dismiss anything less than 30 grams of marijuana— a little over an ounce—to be under the line as far as drug trafficking charges go, there is some room for ambiguity that could result in some serious problems.
"You have to remember that there's other problems in that," Christopher Mandracchia, a trial attorney and founder of CDM Law who handles criminal and civil defense, general counsel services and cannabis-based legal matters, said.
"Edibles, drinks… you can get hit with bigger fines or issues with edibles because they treat them as weight. And the weight usually includes the (non cannabis) substance: let's say you have a pound of brownies. That's a pound of marijuana."
And while possession of a controlled substance can be enough of an issue on its own, even taking a toke while over in New Jersey could lead to complications of driving under the influence in Pennsylvania.
"A person can also be charged with DUI for being under the influence of any controlled substance or alcohol," Reed said. "Troopers who are certified as drug recognition experts (DRE) receive special training to recognize the physiological signs of a wide range of controlled substances, including marijuana. The same standardized field sobriety test used for alcohol cases are effective for people under the influence of controlled substances."
And the risk of getting caught for a cannabis DUI can actually last for weeks after consuming a marijuana product: "THC (the main psychoactive compound in marijuana) is detectable for up to 90 days in hair, anywhere between 3 days to a month or longer in urine (depending on how often the person uses), up to 48 hours in saliva, and up to 36 hours in blood," American Addiction Centers states on their website.
"Even 30 days after the fact of using legally in Jersey, even if you just use it in New Jersey and drove home had to get your blood taken, you're going to get a DUI because in Pennsylvania, there's no requirement for impairment. So you would just have a DUI and record," Mandracchia said.
Mandracchia noted that getting caught for a DUI under such a situation could lead to jail time, hefty legal fines, a driver's license suspension and a criminal record.
"I tell you, I'd rather get possession of marijuana charges," Mandracchia said, adding that he expects DUI arrests to potentially increase in Pennsylvania in the near future.
According to Mandracchia, this is a particularly testy issue that needs to be addressed, as it also can affect those who use cannabis for medical purposes in Pennsylvania.
"A DUI under current cannabis laws is not necessarily a DUI as you're trained to believe; it doesn't mean you're impaired. It just means that you're a cannabis user and the stigma of being a cannabis user, the fact that it's in your blood, if you're a user, that's what gets you a DUI now," Mandracchia said.
While many advocates for marijuana use are celebrating New Jersey's decision to go completely legal— and hoping that it inspires their own states, including Pennsylvania, to follow suit— for now, they are advising potential marijuana tourists to play it safe in the Garden State.
"I'm happy for New Jersey and happy for cannabis, but people in Pennsylvania should be careful and cautious about it," Mandracchia said.
— Brian Myszkowski covers the cannabis and hemp industries in the Poconos and is Senior Reporter at the Pocono Record. Reach him at bmyszkowski@gannett.com | https://www.poconorecord.com/story/news/drugs/marijuana/2022/04/20/marijuana-is-legal-in-nj-but-pa-residents-should-play-it-safe/65351079007/ | 2022-04-20T18:43:13Z | https://www.poconorecord.com/story/news/drugs/marijuana/2022/04/20/marijuana-is-legal-in-nj-but-pa-residents-should-play-it-safe/65351079007/ | false | 2 |
PRATTVILLE, Ala. (AP) — A 25-year-old Alabama man facing capital murder charges in the shooting deaths of his pregnant wife and their unborn son has pleaded not guilty by reason of mental disease or defect.
The Montgomery Advertiser reports Hunter James Tatum, of Prattville, entered the plea Monday before Circuit Judge Ben Fuller.
A grand jury indicted Tatum on three charges, including capital murder, in the death of 26-year-old Summer Tatum and the subsequent death of the couple’s unborn son, since named Everett.
Autauga County Chief Deputy District Attorney C.J. Robinson said the state will be seeking the death penalty.
During Monday’s arraignment, Tatum’s attorneys asked the court for a mental evaluation of their client. A plea docket has been scheduled for May 16. According to court records, a jury trial is scheduled for November 28, 2022.
He remains jailed at the Autauga Metro Jail on a $400,000 cash bond. | https://www.wrbl.com/news/alabama-news/alabama-man-pleads-not-guilty-in-deaths-of-pregnant-wife-unborn-son/ | 2022-04-20T18:45:04Z | https://www.wrbl.com/news/alabama-news/alabama-man-pleads-not-guilty-in-deaths-of-pregnant-wife-unborn-son/ | true | 4 |
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (WFLA) – Poor weather forced NASA and SpaceX to scrub Wednesday’s historic launch of a commercial crewed mission from the Kennedy Space Center in Florida.
The weather along Florida’s Space Coast was iffy for most of the day. The National Weather Service even issued a brief tornado warning north of the launch site just a few hours ahead of the targeted launch time.
Even after that weather moved offshore, NASA and SpaceX were keeping a close eye on a cell near Orlando. They said they would be monitoring the cell right up until the launch and that a decision would come down to the wire.
“Unless you can give us another 10 minutes (past T-0) I don’t think we’re gonna get there with any of the (weather) rules,” SpaceX Launch Director Mike Taylor said with T-20 minutes left.
The mission was officially scrubbed and the clock was stopped with T-16 minutes and 51 seconds left.
NASA astronauts Robert Behnken and Douglas Hurley were strapped into their seats and the hatch was closed, ready for liftoff from Kennedy Space Center’s historic Launch Complex 39A when the call was made.
“It was a good effort by the teams and we understand,” the crew said from inside the spacecraft.
While the radar may have looked mostly clear over the Space Coast at launch time, Meteorologist Amanda Holly explained there are more factors at play.
“We’re not just looking at rain. We’re looking at clouds, we’re looking at the amount of precipitation, we’re looking at the electrical fields in the atmosphere,” she said. “The rocket moving so fast in the atmosphere could actually spark a lightning strike on its own because of the amount of electricity we have nearby with the storms.”
SpaceX and NASA will now try to launch the Demo-2 mission on Saturday afternoon. When they launch, Behnken and Hurley will be the first humans sent into space from U.S. soil since 2011.
If all goes according to plan this weekend, the SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket and Crew Dragon spacecraft will lift off from the Kennedy Space Center around 3:22 p.m. ET and carry Behnken and Hurley to the International Space Station.
“I don’t have to tell you all how exciting it is to have the first flight of humans to space from the Kennedy Space Center in nine years,” Kennedy Space Center Director Bob Cabana said Tuesday.
President Donald Trump, who made the trip to Florida Wednesday for the launch attempt, tweeted that he will be back Saturday for the second try.
The Demo-2 mission marks a new era of human spaceflight. NASA describes as the final major step before the Commercial Crew Program certifies Crew Dragon for long-duration missions to the space station. | https://myfox8.com/news/nasa-spacex-postpone-historic-crewed-launch-due-to-bad-weather/ | 2022-04-20T18:46:00Z | https://myfox8.com/news/nasa-spacex-postpone-historic-crewed-launch-due-to-bad-weather/ | true | 4 |
Streaming TV viewers may start to see something they never expected on Netflix: commercials. But, it looks like desperate economic times have called for desperate measures the company has resisted for years.
The shift in attitude toward ads on Netflix comes as the company released subscriber numbers in its April 19 shareholder letter, which highlighted a net loss of 2 million subscribers during the first quarter. For reference, Netflix hasn’t had a net subscriber loss in more than 10 years, according to CNBC.
After years of resisting the idea of showing advertisements on its streaming platform, Netflix addressed the idea directly during its 2022 Q1 earnings call. During the video call, Netflix Co-CEO Reed Hastings said the company is “open” to the concept of offering lower-priced tiers including ads for customers in the next year or two.
“Those who have followed Netflix know that I have been against the complexity of advertising and a big fan of the simplicity of subscription,” Hastings said. “But as much as I am a fan of that, I am a bigger fan of consumer choice, and allowing consumers who would like to have a lower price and are advertising-tolerant to get what they want makes a lot of sense.”
Streaming services with advertising isn’t a new concept. Hulu has offered an ad-supported subscription tier for a while and Amazon’s Freevee (formerly IMDb TV) is a similar option. In the summer of 2021, HBO Max launched an ad-included subscription tier for $9.99 per month. In March 2022, Disney+ announced it would start offering an ad-supported subscription tier in late 2022.
This means that Netflix was essentially the last holdout among the major streaming services. After seeing the kind of money competitors have been making with that plan, the company appears to be giving in.
Hastings told investors the financial numbers don’t lie when it comes to the success other streamers have had with ad-based subscriptions.
(AP Photo/Jenny Kane, File)
“It’s pretty clear that it’s working for Hulu. Disney’s doing it. HBO did it,” Hastings said. “I don’t think we have a lot of doubt that it works. All those companies have figured it out. I’m sure we’ll just get in and figure it out as opposed to just test it and maybe do it or not do it.”
When can customers expect to see ads pop up in the middle of “Bridgerton” or other favorite series? Not any time in the near future, it seems. Netflix gave no specifics on a timeline for the introduction of the new ad-inclusive subscription plan.
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Ozaukee County officials vote to abolish the coroner's office, citing accountability and communication issues
Ozaukee County is searching for a medical examiner after the County Board’s unanimous vote earlier this month to abolish the elected office of coroner.
Ozaukee County Sheriff James Johnson supports the new medical examiner position.
“I believe it professionalizes the office, it creates accountability and communication,” he said at a March 15 public safety meeting.
Officials discuss cause
Longtime coroner Timm Deppisch commented on his experiences in the role during the public safety meeting. Deppisch said he has been available 100% of the time, leaving family meals and funerals when his phone rings.
“I’ve tried to work with all the police departments and sheriff's departments to the best of my ability,” he told officials. “I don’t think I’ve had any major complaints, but if they did have complaints I wish they would’ve come to me.”
Public safety committee member Janette Braverman said the county appreciates Deppisch’s service.
“Over 32 years, that’s amazing,” said Braverman at the meeting. “The fact that you’ve stuck with us this long and dedicated most of your life to this.”
Braverman also commented on the challenges and issues with the current role of coroner and the “reasons why we want to move this way.”
“I mean, you just have to be real about it,” she added, noting that it would have been great for Deppisch to have attended more meetings for officials to better understand his work. “Flexibility, attendance at committee meetings, all these things that you want to make mandatory that I guess would be more mandatory if you had a role reporting in to the county administrator versus an elected official.”
Discourse on Deppisch
Braverman supported the change but said she doesn’t like that the county has to “create a position to make that happen when we should just be working together anyway and abiding by the rules that are handed to us.”
The county collected stakeholder feedback in examining Deppisch’s role.
According to comments from five Ozaukee funeral homes, Deppisch has been “on time and takes care of what is needed” and “serves Ozaukee County above and beyond.”
According to coroner department staff feedback, Deppisch is described as “efficient,” “thorough” and “great and easy to work with.”
Local police departments said they are satisfied with the coroner's office and haven't had many issues.
“However, if the switch to a medical examiner system would guarantee someone with more medical and investigative technique then I would support the change,” according to feedback from one police department. “Sometimes it seems the coroner’s staff just comes out to collect the bodies, and I’m not sure how much medical background they had. It can seem more like a collection process and less investigative.”
Another police department said there are times when the coroner’s office communication is lacking, “and that puts us behind the 8-ball on investigations.”
Deppisch does not have a medical background, although he did work 10 years as a paid, on-call emergency medical technician for Mequon Fire and Rescue. For 40 years, he worked full-time in the building division of the Mequon Parks and Building Department, until his 2012 retirement.
The coroner's office investigates cases of homicide, suicide, poisoning, overdose, car accidents and suspicious deaths.
When John Holicek, one of Deppisch's EMT colleagues, was elected coroner in 1990, Deppisch joined the coroner's office as a deputy. Deppisch worked as a paid, on-call coroner's deputy under Holicek for 25 years, mostly on the weekends.
Holicek retired from office in 2015, and Deppisch was elected coroner in the next election.
Milwaukee pathologists once traveled to Port Washington to perform autopsies for the Ozaukee County Coroner's Office, but now, Deppisch transports bodies to Milwaukee for autopsies and toxicology reports. Deppisch forwards autopsy and toxicology results from Milwaukee County to local law enforcement agencies.
Ozaukee County does not have the caseload or financial resources to justify an in-house pathologist, Deppisch said in 2018.
Technically, neither a coroner nor a medical examiner is required to hold any medical certification, although most medical examiners do have a medical background.
Medical examiners will testify to facts and conclusions disclosed by autopsies they perform or direct. Medical examiners make physical examinations, conduct tests, testify as an expert for either the court or the state and perform duties of a pathological or medicolegal nature.
Choosing a medical examiner
Deppisch plans to finish his term, which expires Jan. 2, 2023, but in a letter to the County Board said he would not seek another term as coroner.
Candidates for the medical examiner role can submit nomination papers through June 1.
The medical examiner does not need to be a physician but should possess a strong understanding of disease process, pathology and investigative process, according to an information sheet prepared by Human Resources Director Chris McDonell.
“The coroner, medical examiner or their designee (chosen among deputies) is responsible for responding to death scenes that meet reportable criteria,” McDonell wrote. “They initiate an investigation, examine and photograph the deceased, and document the circumstances of death. Further, they determine the need for further investigation via autopsy or some other form of physical examination in a clinical setting.”
McDonell said the medical examiner position would allow the county to continue to use Milwaukee County for pathology.
The county estimates an annual cost increase of between $50,000 and $60,000 to hire a full-time medical examiner.
The current salary for coroner is $42,800, officials said.
“It is uncertain if the department would need to be restructured or additional staff hired, which would be an additional cost increase if needed,” according to a meeting agenda.
Eddie Morales can be reached at 414-223-5366 or eddie.morales@jrn.com. Follow him on Twitter at @emoralesnews. | https://www.jsonline.com/story/communities/northshore/news/2022/04/20/ozaukee-county-replace-elected-coroner-medical-examiner-2023/7372013001/ | 2022-04-20T18:47:34Z | https://www.jsonline.com/story/communities/northshore/news/2022/04/20/ozaukee-county-replace-elected-coroner-medical-examiner-2023/7372013001/ | true | 1 |
Hero MotoCorp’s going may get better ahead
2 min read . 20 Apr 2022Rural recovery will benefit Hero as it has a strong distribution network in rural and semi-urban areas
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Rural recovery will benefit Hero as it has a strong distribution network in rural and semi-urban areas
Hero MotoCorp Ltd has been on a rocky path for some time now. The two-wheeler (2W) company operates primarily in the <125cc (cubic centimetres) segment (mostly entry- and executive-level vehicles). These categories have faced the most heat as rising inflation and dull rural demand weighed on motorcycle sales. Plus, soaring fuel prices mean a rise in the cost of ownership of vehicles.
Hero MotoCorp Ltd has been on a rocky path for some time now. The two-wheeler (2W) company operates primarily in the <125cc (cubic centimetres) segment (mostly entry- and executive-level vehicles). These categories have faced the most heat as rising inflation and dull rural demand weighed on motorcycle sales. Plus, soaring fuel prices mean a rise in the cost of ownership of vehicles.
Unsurprisingly, Hero’s shares have declined by 19.5% in the past one year, sharply underperforming the Nifty Auto index, which rose by 12.7%.
Unsurprisingly, Hero’s shares have declined by 19.5% in the past one year, sharply underperforming the Nifty Auto index, which rose by 12.7%.
“Consensus (FY23 and FY24) indicates strong revenue growth and margin recovery for Hero MotoCorp," said an analyst requesting anonymity. “However, this is unlikely to play out as steep price hikes would impact demand," the analyst said.
For the March quarter (Q4FY22), Hero’s sales volumes fell 24% year-on-year. FY23 is expected to begin well. The low base of Q1FY22 because of the second covid wave should aid growth in Q1FY23. After that, though, volume growth trajectory can be expected to normalise.
Even so, there is hope that the 2W segment can see a rebound. The rural economy would recover with a timely monsoon, and in turn, boost rural incomes, analysts hope. “Hero is likely to be the key beneficiary because of its strong and deep-rooted distribution network in rural and semi-urban areas in the country," noted analysts at Sharekhan Ltd in a report on 19 April.
Also, the opening of colleges and offices would drive demand for 2Ws as they have become a preferred medium of transport because of the pandemic. “Entry and executive segments in motorcycles are seeing good recovery in enquiries," said Varun Baxi, analyst at Nirmal Bang Equities in a report on 19 April based on channel checks.
Besides, sales from exports may surprise, enhancing profit margins. In FY22, the company’s exports grew by nearly 57% year-on-year, while domestic sales fell by 17%. True, the share of exports now at 6% is small for Hero.
Hero is expected to launch its electric vehicle (EV), Vida, in July. Dispatches are likely to begin later in the year. The EV is expected to be in the affordable segment, said the Nirmal Bang report. Peers Bajaj Auto and TVS Motor Co. have already launched their EVs. Further, Hero has invested in Ather Energy and is in a joint venture with Gogoro Inc. for battery swapping.
Meanwhile, the steep underperformance of the stock has rendered valuations undemanding. Plus, the dividend yield is attractive. Bloomberg data shows Hero MotoCorp trades at 12 times estimated earnings for FY24. In comparison, Bajaj Auto and TVS Motor trade at 16 times and 20 times respectively. | https://www.livemint.com/market/mark-to-market/hero-motocorp-s-going-may-get-better-ahead/amp-11650474980955.html | 2022-04-20T18:47:37Z | https://www.livemint.com/market/mark-to-market/hero-motocorp-s-going-may-get-better-ahead/amp-11650474980955.html | false | 2 |
If you’ve been to Bryan Lee Weaver’s Redheaded Stranger taco shop, you already know they do things a little differently. As they like to say: No f*cking chips with the queso. (Enjoy the fresh tortillas instead.) There’s Dr. Pepper hot sauce and even a taco made with the beloved Butcher & Bee whipped feta.
So it should be no surprise at all that they have an unusual collaboration in the works. On Wednesday, April 27, James Beard nominees Dan Jacobs and Dan Van Rite and will join Weaver for a one-night Chinese-Southwestern food combination.
Jacobs and Van Rite are the chefs/owners of several successful Milwaukee restaurants, including DanDan, which serves modern Chinese-American dishes. (The Beard nod is for EsterEv, their weekend-only chef’s table concept.) Jacobs was also the sous chef at Green Zebra, which was in my top three restaurants when I lived in Chicago, heavily featured in a vegetarian guidebook I wrote at the time, and just in general a formative restaurant for me.
But I digress. They’ll bring their dishes and approach to Weaver’s East Nashville kitchen, where three will make the following:
- Pig Ear Nachos, with fried pig ears, kimchi crema, pickled fresnos, radish, preserved black bean, cotija, cilantro
- Brisket Crunchwrap, with smoked brisket, crunchy stuff, Dr. Pepper hot sauce, whipped feta, pico
- Taiwan Birria Quesadilla, with scallion pancake, queso chihuahua
- Shrimp Toast Torta, with avocado, shrettuce, hot mustard mayo, red onion, cilantro, lime
- Mapo Walking Taco, with Fritos, tofu, scallion, crunchy mix
Dinner starts at 5 p.m. and goes until the food runs out. Redheaded Stranger is located in the Cleveland Park/McFerrin Park neighborhood at 305 Arrington St. | https://www.nashvillescene.com/food_drink/bites/chinese-southwestern-collab-coming-to-redheaded-stranger/article_4e31f004-c0be-11ec-b977-83d94645458f.html | 2022-04-20T18:49:14Z | https://www.nashvillescene.com/food_drink/bites/chinese-southwestern-collab-coming-to-redheaded-stranger/article_4e31f004-c0be-11ec-b977-83d94645458f.html | true | 1 |
Shares of Consolidated Edison Inc.
ED,
+0.87%
rallied 1.10% to $98.01 Tuesday, on what proved to be an all-around positive trading session for the stock market, with the S&P 500 Index
SPX,
-0.01%
rising 1.61% to 4,462.21 and the Dow Jones Industrial Average
DJIA,
+0.69%
rising 1.45% to 34,911.20. Consolidated Edison Inc. closed $0.64 below its 52-week high ($98.65), which the company reached on April 7th.
The stock demonstrated a mixed performance when compared to some of its competitors Tuesday, as Dominion Energy Inc.
D,
+0.14%
rose 0.16% to $86.97, Exelon Corp.
EXC,
+1.53%
rose 0.55% to $49.50, and WEC Energy Group Inc.
WEC,
+1.11%
rose 1.63% to $104.52. Trading volume (1.1 M) remained 682,945 below its 50-day average volume of 1.8 M.
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Thousands of Serbs protest international moves in Bosnia
BANJA LUKA, Bosnia-Herzegovina (AP) - Thousands of Bosnian Serbs rallied Wednesday to protest recent decisions of the top international official in the ethnically divided Balkan country.
The Serbs are angry that Christian Schmidt, the U.N.'s high representative for Bosnia and Herzegovina, suspended a law that declared the ownership of public property by the country's Bosnian Serb entity, Republika Srpska.
The law was seen as part of a Bosnian Serb bid to secede from the rest of Bosnia. Schmidt said that only central Bosnian institutions can regulate property issues.
The rally in Banja Luka, the main city in Serb-run Republika Srpska, was organized by a veteran's organization. Participants carried Serb flags, and the gathering ended peacefully.
"This is a clear message," Milorad Dodik, the country's top Bosnian Serb politician, told reporters.
Dodik rejected Schmidt's decision to suspend the Bosnian Serb law.
Bosnia went through a devastating 1992-95 war in which over 100,000 people died before a U.S.-brokered peace deal ended the conflict. The Office of the High Representative was created to oversee post-war reconciliation efforts.
The peace deal, also known as the Dayton Accords, created Bosnian Serb and Bosniak-Croat entities tied together by joint Bosnian institutions and a triparate presidency.
The war in Ukraine has aroused fears that the turmoil could spill over to the volatile Balkans, where Russia has maintained strong influence among fellow-Slavic Serbs.
Dodik, who is viewed as pro-Russia, has faced U.S. and British sanctions for undermining Bosnia´s unity. | https://www.dailymail.co.uk/wires/ap/article-10736449/Thousands-Serbs-protest-international-moves-Bosnia.html?ns_mchannel=rss&ns_campaign=1490&ito=1490 | 2022-04-20T18:50:42Z | https://www.dailymail.co.uk/wires/ap/article-10736449/Thousands-Serbs-protest-international-moves-Bosnia.html?ns_mchannel=rss&ns_campaign=1490&ito=1490 | false | 10 |
Shares of Darden Restaurants Inc.
DRI,
+1.01%
rose 2.08% to $135.40 Tuesday, on what proved to be an all-around positive trading session for the stock market, with the S&P 500 Index
SPX,
-0.15%
rising 1.61% to 4,462.21 and the Dow Jones Industrial Average
DJIA,
+0.58%
rising 1.45% to 34,911.20. This was the stock's second consecutive day of gains. Darden Restaurants Inc. closed $28.88 below its 52-week high ($164.28), which the company achieved on September 23rd.
The stock demonstrated a mixed performance when compared to some of its competitors Tuesday, as Cracker Barrel Old Country Store Inc.
CBRL,
-0.55%
rose 3.61% to $123.23, Bloomin' Brands Inc.
BLMN,
+0.81%
rose 1.84% to $22.15, and Dine Brands Global Inc.
DIN,
+1.43%
rose 2.15% to $75.08. Trading volume (866,626) remained 580,281 below its 50-day average volume of 1.4 M.
Editor's Note: This story was auto-generated by Automated Insights, an automation technology provider, using data from Dow Jones and FactSet. See our market data terms of use. | https://www.marketwatch.com/story/darden-restaurants-inc-stock-underperforms-tuesday-when-compared-to-competitors-despite-daily-gains-01650401352-7234636fefb6 | 2022-04-20T18:52:52Z | https://www.marketwatch.com/story/darden-restaurants-inc-stock-underperforms-tuesday-when-compared-to-competitors-despite-daily-gains-01650401352-7234636fefb6 | true | 33 |
TeraWulf Inc. (NASDAQ:WULF – Get Rating)’s stock price shot up 4.5% during trading on Wednesday . The stock traded as high as $6.10 and last traded at $6.09. 13,699 shares changed hands during mid-day trading, a decline of 97% from the average session volume of 511,777 shares. The stock had previously closed at $5.83.
Separately, B. Riley initiated coverage on TeraWulf in a research note on Friday, March 25th. They issued a “buy” rating and a $24.00 price objective for the company.
The company has a current ratio of 1.48, a quick ratio of 1.48 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.77. The firm has a market cap of $574.82 million, a price-to-earnings ratio of -26.50 and a beta of 0.81. The stock has a 50 day simple moving average of $8.75.
Large investors have recently made changes to their positions in the stock. Bank of America Corp DE bought a new stake in TeraWulf in the fourth quarter worth about $116,000. Geode Capital Management LLC bought a new stake in TeraWulf in the fourth quarter worth about $191,000. Dimensional Fund Advisors LP bought a new stake in TeraWulf in the fourth quarter worth about $283,000. Renaissance Technologies LLC bought a new stake in TeraWulf in the fourth quarter worth about $411,000. Finally, HighTower Advisors LLC bought a new stake in TeraWulf in the fourth quarter worth about $1,040,000. 48.94% of the stock is owned by hedge funds and other institutional investors.
About TeraWulf (NASDAQ:WULF)
TeraWulf Inc, together with its subsidiaries, operates as a digital asset technology company in the United States. It develops, owns, and operates bitcoin mining facility sites. The company operates two bitcoin mining facility sites located in New York and Pennsylvania. TeraWulf Inc is based in Easton, Maryland.
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Manchester City defender Kyle Walker has come under fire after being spotted urinating against a wall of an expensive hotel.
That’s according to a recent report from The Sun, who claims the England international upset fellow guests and bystanders by choosing to urinate against a wall instead of using the hotel’s in-house facilities.
The incident is alleged to have happened just after the Citizens’ 3-2 FA Cup semi-final loss against Liverpool last Saturday.
The Sun claim to have spoken to a guest of the hotel who witnessed what the full-back did who said: “I had just arrived for a meal with my family and suddenly I’m watching Kyle Walker, who I instantly recognised, p***ing against a wall. It was revolting.
“It wasn’t just a quick wee. He was there for ages. We were appalled.
“Before he did it, he was looking around to see if anyone was there, then he pulled up his hoodie but was still recognisable from his tattoos.”
The same source then went on to add: “Kyle was outside in the beer garden. It was a beautiful day.
“But rather than head indoors and use the lavatory like the rest of us, he chose to walk through an archway to relieve himself against the wall — in full view of paying guests and people coming and going in the car park.
“The hotel charges £260 a night for rooms and entertains well-heeled locals.
“He could be clearly seen from the windows. It isn’t something you would want if you were staying there.
“Millionaire players sometimes get a bad rap and it’s easy to see why when some make up their own rules.” | https://www.caughtoffside.com/2022/04/20/it-was-revolting-man-city-star-in-hot-water-after-disgusting-public-act-leaves-bystanders-repulsed/ | 2022-04-20T18:55:07Z | https://www.caughtoffside.com/2022/04/20/it-was-revolting-man-city-star-in-hot-water-after-disgusting-public-act-leaves-bystanders-repulsed/ | false | 2 |
WFO EUREKA Warnings, Watches and Advisories for Thursday, April 21, 2022
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WINTER STORM WARNING
URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Eureka CA
1102 AM PDT Wed Apr 20 2022
...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 AM THURSDAY
ABOVE 4500 FEET...
* WHAT...Heavy snow above 4500 feet. Additional snow accumulations
of up to 12 inches. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph. 8 to 10
inches of total snow accumulation possible at Scott Mountain
Pass.
* WHERE...Northern Trinity County.
* WHEN...Until 2 AM Thursday.
* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. The
hazardous conditions could impact the evening commute. Gusty
winds could bring down tree branches.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency.
The latest road conditions for the state of California can be
obtained by calling 1-800-GAS-ROAD.
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Coalition Raising Funds, Partnering on Services to Support Refugees Who Are Making Detroit their New Home
DETROIT, April 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Samaritas, the Detroit-based statewide health and human services organization that operates one of Michigan's largest refugee resettlement programs, announced today the launch of the Detroit Refugee Network (DRN), which will provide support services to refugees from Afghanistan and other nations as they resettle in Detroit. The DRN is a coalition of corporate, civic and community leaders coming together to welcome refugees into our community.
Co-chaired by Samaritas Chief Advancement Officer Kelli Dobner and Detroit's First Lady, Dr. Sonia Hassan, the DRN will serve clients of three resettlement agencies, including Samaritas, the U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants (USCRI) and Catholic Charities of Southeast Michigan (CCSEM) in a coordinated effort. DRN seeks $1.13 million to provide refugees in Detroit with a full range of services, including housing, education, transportation, legal service support, ESL learning opportunities, utility assistance and employment services. Donations can be made at www.samaritas.org/Detroit-Refugee-Network.
Via the three resettlement agencies, more than 650 Afghan refugees have come to Southeast Michigan since 2001, with more than 250 planning to settle in Detroit. To date, DRN has already secured leases for 183 refugees in Detroit. They need additional support, especially in the first year of resettlement, as the majority of Afghan refugees have a limited "humanitarian parolee" status and there is not yet a large community of Afghans in Metro Detroit.
"Thanks to the partnership and vision of the City of Detroit, we are going to be able to help more refugees from Afghanistan and elsewhere become more acclimated Detroiters, more quickly, so they can thrive in their new community," said Kelli Dobner, chief advancement officer for Samaritas and co-chair of the Detroit Refugee Network. "Our aim is to place more than 250 individuals in Detroit, more than in any other single city in Michigan. We know this will be a welcoming city for them."
DRN has already received nearly $50,000 in donations from its partner, CARE USA, which has joined the effort to provide needed cash payments up to $1,000 to refugee families who have resettled in Detroit, helping to fill in the gaps that government assistance does not cover.
Detroit's First Lady, Dr. Sonia Hassan, serves as volunteer co-chair of the Detroit Refugee Network. "As the daughter of Egyptian immigrants, I have witnessed how my parents' drive, passion, and determination led to the American dream after starting from nothing," Dr. Hassan said. "The Detroit Refugee Network is helping families to embark on new lives in the City of Detroit. I am deeply committed and honored to be a part of this cause."
The Detroit Refugee Network focuses on a set of priorities designed for families to succeed, thrive and stay in Detroit:
- Immediate placement in affordable permanent housing on the road to home ownership
- Basic needs, safety and legal services
- Access to health care and family wellness
- Employment programs
- Transportation
- Cultural and social education
- Education and school integration
- Faith community partners
Based on Samaritas' decades of service to refugees from around the world, more than 75% of refugees are self-sufficient within 180 days.
"These families have left everything behind and are starting over in an unfamiliar environment," said Ryan Shepard, CARE US associate vice president of U.S. programs. "Imagine fleeing your home and now worrying about providing your family with everything from shelter, food, and education. We hope providing this extra cash, as CARE does in other humanitarian emergencies globally, will make the adjustment a little easier for these families arriving in Detroit and beyond."
The DRN will also see additional capacity through workforce support coordinated by the Rocket Community Fund, with seven team members embedded within Samaritas as part of the DRN, representing a $750,000 in-kind donation. These team members will help identify and execute housing opportunities, manage relationships with landlords, monitor inventory leads, coordinate move-ins and assist with job placement once refugees are settled into housing.
"We are committed to providing lasting and sustainable housing for Detroit residents, including the vulnerable populations who now call our city home," said Laura Grannemann, Vice President of the Rocket Community Fund. "The Detroit Refugee Network is a critical initiative that provides supports to those who need it most, and we are proud to be providing Samaritas and its partners with the support they need to fulfill this urgent mission."
Samaritas serves as the fiduciary of the DRN, but funds raised will be made available to clients of Samaritas, USCRI and CCSEM, all of which have welcomed Afghan refugees, as well as those from other countries, and all of which are working with the City of Detroit to settle clients inside the city.
About Samaritas
Since 1934, Samaritas has served others as an expression of the love of Christ with programs to help Michigan's troubled families and disadvantaged individuals thrive. Samaritas is the state's largest foster care agency with a full suite of family preservation programs and options like Substance Use Disorder (SUD) services to keep families together. Samaritas also manages five senior living facilities with a variety of geriatric care options. Additionally, Samaritas has
resettlement services for refugees, housing solutions for adults with developmental disabilities,
homeless families and Affordable Living communities for those who qualify for HUD housing.
Visit samaritas.org for more information. Follow us on Facebook @IAmSamaritas, Twitter
@IAmSamaritas or on Instagram @WeAreSamaritas.
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- Volvo invests in Israeli company StoreDot, which promises EV battery technology with much faster charging speeds than current batteries allow.
- The companies plan to begin mass production of this battery type in 2024, along with battery specialist Northvolt.
- Volvo and other automakers are investing in solid-state and other new battery technologies that promise to speed up recharge times.
While some EV makers see battery swap stations as the solution to getting hundreds of miles worth of range in just minutes, others are staking faster charging tech. Volvo is among the latter and has just invested in Israeli battery specialist StoreDot, which is working on technology that should result in EV batteries that can add 100 miles of range in just five minutes.
That's the promise of StoreDot's extreme-fast charging battery strategy, which relies on a unique silicon-dominant anode technology and software. The "100in5" cells, as the company calls them, are already being tested in EVs and are expected to enter production in 2024. That's just around the corner, in industry timeframes, and just a year before Volvo expects battery-electric models to account for half of its sales.
The automaker invested in the company through its venture capital arm Volvo Cars Tech Fund.
"We aim to be the fastest transformer in our industry and the Tech Fund plays a crucial role in establishing partnerships with future technology leaders," said Alexander Petrofski, head of the Volvo Cars Tech Fund. "Our investment in StoreDot perfectly fits that mindset and their commitment to electrification and carbon-free mobility matches our own. We’re excited to make this a successful collaboration for both parties and work toward bringing this groundbreaking technology to the market."
Of course, mass production is one thing, and all new Volvo models featuring this battery technology starting in 2024 is quite another. So the switch to this new formula may not happen overnight. But the promise of charging speeds of this sort could be a game changer in the industry, putting those who do not have it at a significant disadvantage.
"To secure EV battery safety and stability, our battery-cell architecture features a multi-layered safety-protection structure. It runs on patented bio-inspired nanomaterials designed for longevity, with near-zero carbon," StoreDot says.
The company is also working on solid-state batteries, with the goal of allowing an EV to obtain 100 miles of range in just three minutes by 2028.
These are ambitious technical targets and aggressive timelines, ones that will also rely on charging stations capable of delivering that much juice that quickly.
Volvo says its collaboration with StoreDot will occur mostly as part of its technology joint venture with Swedish battery maker Northvolt, which will produce cells for Volvo and a number of other automakers that have invested in StoreDot. | https://www.autoweek.com/news/green-cars/a39772790/volvo-storedot-battery-fast-charging-tech/ | 2022-04-20T18:57:51Z | https://www.autoweek.com/news/green-cars/a39772790/volvo-storedot-battery-fast-charging-tech/ | true | 1 |
Watch Chelsea vs Arsenal live on Sky Sports from 7pm on Wednesday; kick-off 7.45pm; Free match highlights will be published on the Sky Sports' digital platforms and the Sky Sports Football YouTube channel shortly after the final whistle
Tuesday 19 April 2022 17:40, UK
Team news, stats, predictions and how to follow the Premier League this week, including Chelsea vs Arsenal live on Sky Sports on Wednesday.
Team news: Thomas Tuchel hinted at a start for striker Romelu Lukaku when Chelsea host Arsenal at Stamford Bridge on Wednesday, live on Sky Sports.
The club-record signing has not started a Premier League game for two months due to injury and lack of form, but Tuchel suggested Lukaku may be needed in an effort to ease the load on Kai Havertz.
The Blues must do without midfielder Mateo Kovacic, who will miss at least a fortnight with ankle ligament trouble.
Callum Hudson-Odoi remains sidelined with a back problem, but is on the road to recovery, while Ben Chilwell will not play this season in his long-term rehabilitation after knee surgery.
Arsenal will assess Alexandre Lacazette, who missed out at the weekend due to a positive Covid result, ahead of the trip across London. Full-back Takehiro Tomiyasu is nearing fitness after missing the past 11 weeks with a calf problem but is not likely to return against Chelsea. With Lacazette a doubt, Eddie Nketiah could once again lead the line.
Jones Knows prediction...
Thomas Tuchel takes charge of Chelsea for the 50th time in the Premier League and he can celebrate that milestone by keeping another clean sheet against the misfiring Gunners, who look set to lose a fourth straight Premier League game for the first time since 1995.
Tuchel's side have kept 25 clean sheets in his 49 Premier League games in the hot seat. It's resulted in his team having conceded the fewest goals of any Premier League side during his reign at the club (36).
Arsenal aren't a million miles away from being able to compete with Chelsea when at full strength but their lack of cover in key areas of the field is threatening to derail what has been a very positive season.
Without Kieran Tierney and Thomas Partey, Arsenal's win rate in the Premier League drops from 71 per cent to 36 per cent. In 14 games this season when both have been missing, Arsenal have lost eight of those matches. Mikel Arteta's side have also lost all five Premier League games against the current top three by an aggregate score of 15-1.
Having scored just two goals in their last five Premier League games, confidence in attack must be at rock-bottom so a Chelsea win to nil certainly makes appeal at the prices.
Opta stats...
How to follow: Chelsea vs Arsenal is live on Sky Sports Premier League from 7pm; kick-off 7.45pm. Sky Sports customers can watch in-game clips in the live match blog on the Sky Sports website and app. Highlights will also be published on the Sky Sports digital platforms and the Sky Sports Football YouTube channel shortly after the final whistle.
Team news: Everton will be able to call upon the services of defender Yerry Mina who has been absent since early February, as well as midfielder Donny van de Beek with the latter overcoming brief injury and illness struggles in recent weeks.
Leicester are still without Jamie Vardy, who remains on the comeback trail alongside Wilfred Ndidi, Danny Ward and Ryan Bertrand. James Maddison, Jonny Evans, Ricardo Pereira and Kelechi Iheanacho are among those who could be drafted back in from the start - Maddison and Iheanacho were both introduced from the bench against Newcastle last time out.
Jones Knows prediction...
Leicester City are set to play a huge part in whether Everton will be a Premier League team next season. Brendan Rodgers' side face the Toffees twice in the run-in after various postponements and rescheduling of both fixtures due to Covid and Leicester's European campaign. Having to play Leicester twice surely is a great result for Frank Lampard's side, especially with fixtures to come against Liverpool, Chelsea and Arsenal.
They are completely unbackable here though.
A fully wound up Leicester side with Jonny Evans and the huge figure of Wesley Fofana in their ranks trading at 2/1 with Sky Bet to beat Everton would usually get my punting juices absolutely flowing. But at this stage of the season where teams have eyes on other commitments, punters do have to tread carefully when making investments on particular teams.
With Goodison Park likely to be in raucous mood - a location where Lampard has generated nine points from a possible 15 available since taking charge - I'm going to swerve my gut instinct to back Leicester at what looks a tasty price. Play the draw.
Opta stats...
How to follow: Follow Everton vs Leicester in our dedicated live match blog. Highlights will also be published on the Sky Sports digital platforms and the Sky Sports Football YouTube channel shortly after the final whistle.
Team news: Newcastle are missing Callum Wilson and Kieran Trippier, while Ryan Fraser remains a doubt.
Crystal Palace can welcome back Chelsea loanee Conor Gallagher, who was ineligible to play against his parent club at Wembley on Sunday, but Luka Milivojevic is ruled out through injury.
Jones Knows prediction...
Newcastle have taken 26 points from 13 Premier League games in 2022, winning eight of those matches. In a Premier League table just including games since New Year's Day, Newcastle would be third. At an odds-against price of 13/10 with Sky Bet, I think they can be trusted here.
But my main play sees me rolling the dice on Dan Burn to score again. He's going to pop up before the end of the campaign.
Good quality chances have fallen Burn's way in his 10 starts for Newcastle which have equated to an expected goals figure of 0.97, including two shots on goal in the win over Leicester, where he was the target for every set piece pumped into the box - as seen for his part in the opening Toon goal. He's the value play to score a header against a side that have conceded 10 goals from corners this season - only Leicester have shipped more.
Opta stats...
How to follow: Follow Newcastle vs Crystal Palace in our dedicated live match blog. Highlights will also be published on the Sky Sports digital platforms and the Sky Sports Football YouTube channel shortly after the final whistle.
Team news: Man City are missing Kyle Walker, who is yet to recover from an injury picked up during last week's ill-tempered meeting with Atletico Madrid. Kevin De Bruyne, Ruben Dias and Ilkay Gundogan are all expected to be in the mix, but are not guaranteed from the start. Gabriel Jesus is a doubt after receiving a knock at Wembley against Liverpool.
Brighton head to Etihad Stadium without midfielder Yves Bissouma, who starts a two-match suspension for reaching 10 yellow cards.
Steven Alzate missed the Tottenham match through illness but is back in training and could be involved.
Jones Knows prediction...
Kevin De Bruyne is on course for his highest goalscoring tally of his career this season. A player usually associated with creating chances is now scoring them.
His strike against Liverpool was the first time in his career he had scored in four consecutive matches in all competitions. He is also on track to break his personal tally of goals in a Premier League season now - that goal being his 11th with his record standing at 13. The Belgian is now aiming to score in three consecutive league games for the first time since October 2015 - and City should provide him with ample opportunities as a big performance is expected after Pep Guardiola decided to rest many of his key men in midweek.
Graham Potter may shuffle his pack regularly in terms of players but the structure and attacking ethos of the team always remains the same even when taking on Manchester City. It usually ends up with them playing far too open and conceding a bucket load of goals against Guardiola's team. Since taking the job, Potter has conceded an average of 3.3 goals per 90 minutes (20 in six games) to Manchester City. There shouldn't be too many problems for City in this one.
Opta stats...
How to follow: Follow Man City vs Brighton in our dedicated live match blog. Highlights will also be published on the Sky Sports digital platforms and the Sky Sports Football YouTube channel shortly after the final whistle.
Team news: Ashley Westwood was stretchered off with a serious ankle injury as Burnley held West Ham to a hard-fought draw at the weekend.
Club captain Ben Mee, Erik Pieters (both knee) and Johann Berg Gudmundsson (calf) are also sidelined and set to be ruled out for the rest of April.
Southampton will travel to Turf Moor with plenty of "options", manager Ralph Hasenhüttl advocated ahead of the rearranged tie. Following victory over Arsenal last time out, Saints once again have a full squad of players to select from.
Jones Knows prediction...
Burnley's change of mentality to playing "must-win" football in the last three matches has seen a positive effect on how many goals there will be in their games. Games have been much more open affairs with their past three seeing seven goals scored and a total expected goals figure of 13.45 when collating both teams. That xG figure tells the whole story.
How the 1-1 draw with West Ham stayed under 2.5 was all about the sheer brilliance of Nick Pope and general wasteful nature of Maxwell Cornet from 12 yards.
Southampton are a reliable team when it comes to goal heavy matches, too. Their away games this season have averaged 3.27 goals per 90 minutes with 60 per cent of those matches producing four or more goals.
The markets have the goal line around 2.5 goals, which I think is too low. This means backing overs is the way to go.
Opta stats...
How to follow: Burnley vs Southampton is live on Sky Sports Premier League from 7.30pm; kick-off 7.45pm. Sky Sports customers can watch in-game clips in the live match blog on the Sky Sports website and app. Highlights will also be published on the Sky Sports digital platforms and the Sky Sports Football YouTube channel shortly after the final whistle.
Anybody in the UK can watch highlights for free on the Sky Sports app or the Score Centre app on your iPhone or Android:
To watch the highlights on the Sky Sports App, download the app:
Sky Sports' digital platforms are the home of live blogs for every Premier League game, including commentary, analysis and team line-ups. Users with a free Sky ID can watch in-game clips from Sky live games in our dedicated live blogs. | https://www.skysports.com/football/news/11095/12593564/premier-league-match-previews-team-news-stats-predictions-kick-off-time-and-how-to-follow | 2022-04-20T18:58:05Z | https://www.skysports.com/football/news/11095/12593564/premier-league-match-previews-team-news-stats-predictions-kick-off-time-and-how-to-follow | true | 3 |
Unklipped, which provided much distraction during hard lockdown in 2019 and 2020, has returned for a third season this month.
The series, a branchild of Klipdrift, is hosted by comedian, singer and TV personality, Tats Nkonzo and is available on YouTube.
It takes place in a barbershop style setting where friends come together to not only indulge in sharp cuts but also fresh cocktails and unscripted conversations.
Season 1 of Unklipped saw some of Mzansi’s best comedians, creatives, and sportsmen, including Goliath and Goliath, the Gwijo Squad and Bokke Gcobani Bobo and Conrad Jantjes and more being featured.
Currenly live is the episode of MFR Souls and Skwatta Kamp speaking candidly about Amapiano x Amapioneers.
The series will also feature comedic icons Marc Lottering and Skumba Hlope, Bafana legends Mark Williams, Andre Arendse and the legendary Helman Mkhalele, Mzanzi fashionistas, Thesis lifestyle founders Galebowe Mahlatsi and Wandile Zondo, Lesedi Mothoagae and Laduma Ngxokolo as well SA’s leading ladies in sports broadcasting Mpho Letsholonyane, Motshidisi Mohono and Lebo Motsoeli.
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THE HAGUE, Netherlands (AP) — Prince Harry opened up about his recent surprise visit with Queen Elizabeth II, saying he and his wife, Meghan, had tea with the monarch and shared laughs.
Harry and Megan visited the queen at Windsor Castle on Thursday for their first joint visit to the U.K. since they gave up formal royal roles and moved to the U.S. more than two years ago.
The couple visited Harry's 95-year-old grandmother on their way to the Netherlands to attend the Invictus Games.
Harry is the founder and patron of the international sports competition for wounded military veterans.
During his interview with NBC’s ”Today” show that aired Wednesday, Harry spoke about life as a working parent and how he and his wife found it hard during the pandemic to separate work and parenting.
Meghan Markle and Harry have two children, Archie, almost 3, and 10-month-old Lilibet.
He also spoke about lately, he's been thinking of his late mother, even more, saying that he feels her presence in almost everything that he does now. | https://www.tv20detroit.com/news/national/prince-harry-talks-about-fatherhood-the-queen-and-diana | 2022-04-20T19:01:56Z | https://www.tv20detroit.com/news/national/prince-harry-talks-about-fatherhood-the-queen-and-diana | false | 11 |
House Democrats’ fortunes took a turn for the worse Wednesday when two prominent election forecasters shifted 16 congressional races towards Republicans’ favor.
Larry Sabato’s Crystal Ball at the University of Virginia’s Center for Politics shifted 11 races towards the GOP. Most of the changes in narrowly competitive GOP-held districts became “safe Republican,” or Democratic districts went from “likely Democratic” to a more competitive rating of “leaning Democratic.”
Most of the Democratic lawmakers listed by the Cook Political Report and the Crystal Ball are part of the National Republican Congressional Committee’s target list this cycle. Six of these members were elected between 2018 and 2020.
“There is still time for smart Democrats to retire rather than lose,” NRCC Spokesman Mike Berg said of the new ratings.
House Republicans are confident they will recapture the chamber, betting on the economic environment of high inflation and the historical political precedent with the party in the White House usually losing seats during the first midterm election.
The re-election race ratings of Democratic Reps. Greg Stanton of Arizona, Sanford Bishop of Georgia, and Frank Mrvan of Indiana changed from “likely Democratic” to “lean Democratic” in Mr. Sabato’s forecast.
Rep. Julia Brownley, California Democrat, has a race that went from the “safe Democratic” to “likely Democratic,” while the re-election contest of Rep. Susie Lee of Nevada went from “leans Democratic” to “toss-up.”
To round out all the Democrats in the analysis, the race involving Rep. Antonio Delgado of New York was shifted from “likely Democratic” to “lean Democratic.”
Illinois’ 13th Congressional District, held by Republican Rep. Rodney Davis, was redrawn to favor Democrats and pushed Mr. Davis to run in the 15th District, a more GOP leaning seat, but forced him to primary Rep. Mary Miller. The 13th Congressional District, however, shifted in Sabato’s Crystal Ball rating from “Likely Democratic” to “Leans Democratic.”
The remaining lawmakers whose re-elections received rating changes from the Larry Sabato’s Crystal Ball are House Republican members whose districts went from “Likely Republican” to “Safe Republican.” These members are Reps. Bill Huizenga of Michigan, Rep. Richard Hudson of North Carolina, Scott Perry of Pennsylvania and Tony Gonzales of Texas.
The Cook Political Report also included the Democratic House districts of Ms. Lee, Mr. Mrvan and Mr. Delgado and shifted their seats toward GOP territory in its analysis of eight Democratic House races.
The re-elections of Reps. Abigail Spanberger of Virginia, Steven Horsford of Nevada, and Ms. Lee all went from “lean D” to “toss up,” while the races of Mr. Mrvan and Mr. Delgado went from “likely D” to “lean D.” The open North Carolina 1st Congressional District seat to be vacated by the retiring Rep. G.K Butterfield also went from “likely D” to “lean D.”
The re-election contest of Rep. Andy Kim of New Jersey shifted from “solid D” to “likely D,” and New York’s 4th Congressional District, currently held by soon-to-be retiring Rep. Kathleen Rice, had the same rating shift.
The Washington Times reached out to the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee for comment.
The ratings shift of the districts happened, as poll numbers tightened up between Republicans and Democrats ahead of the midterm elections.
A new poll released by Politico/Morning Consult of registered voters found that if the midterms were held today, 43% would favor a Democratic candidate for Congress, while 42% would vote for the Republican candidate. Another 16% responded “don’t know” or had no opinion.
The poll surveyed 2,005 registered voters between April 15 and 17 and has a margin of error of plus or minus two percentage points. | https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2022/apr/20/election-forecasters-move-over-dozen-house-races-g/?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS | 2022-04-20T19:03:53Z | https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2022/apr/20/election-forecasters-move-over-dozen-house-races-g/?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS | false | 1 |
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s (ICE) Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) Detroit repatriated two ammonite fossils to Madagascar April 4.
The artifacts were transferred from HSI to Mr. Adoghi Pilaza, Diplomatic and Consular Agent for the Embassy of Madagascar in Washington, D.C.
In April 2015, HSI Cleveland special agents seized two ammonite fossil specimens after it was determined they were illegally imported from China. The special agents met with a subject matter expert at the Carnegie Museum of Natural History (CMNH) in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, to determine the fossil origins. The expert conducted a physical examination and chemical test on the suspected fossils and determined that they were fossil ammonites. It was determined the fossils were true fossil ammonoids based upon the spiral shape, preservation of the natural shell material (the mineral calcium carbonate) and lobe and saddle suture patterns. Based upon the research and comparison to the CMNH specimens, the fossils are inferred to be from Africa and or Madagascar.
As a federal law enforcement agency with a global reach, HSI is a leader in investigating crimes involving the illicit importation and distribution of cultural property and art. Federal importation and customs laws give HSI the unique authority to seize cultural property and art brought into the United States illegally. HSI uses a whole of government approach with our partners in this effort, including the Department of State, CBP, and the Department of Justice, as well as the private sector.
HSI works closely with foreign governments to conduct joint investigations and is committed to pursuing a strategy to combat transnational organized crime related to the illicit trafficking of cultural artifacts by targeting high-priority organizations and strengthening international law enforcement partnerships. Since 2007, HSI has repatriated more than 15,000 objects to over 40 countries and institutions. Members of the public who have information about the illicit distribution of cultural property, as well as the illegal trafficking of artwork, are urged to call the toll-free tip line at 1-866-DHS-2-ICE or to complete the online tip form. | https://www.hstoday.us/subject-matter-areas/customs-immigration/hsi-investigation-leads-to-return-of-madagascar-fossils/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=hsi-investigation-leads-to-return-of-madagascar-fossils | 2022-04-20T19:04:08Z | https://www.hstoday.us/subject-matter-areas/customs-immigration/hsi-investigation-leads-to-return-of-madagascar-fossils/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=hsi-investigation-leads-to-return-of-madagascar-fossils | true | 1 |
Ontario author Steven Heighton, who brought a poet’s sensibility to global issues, has died.
The Kingston, Ont., writer was 60.
Biblioasis, which published some of his books, confirmed the news in a statement.
Heighton’s writing spanned from poetry to novels to non-fiction.
In 2016, his poetry collection “The Waking Comes Late” won the Governor General’s Literary Award.
Its publisher House of Anansi Press described the poems as a collection that challenges “the boundaries of sleep and even death.”
More recently, Heighton released “Reaching Mithymna: Among the Volunteers & Refugees On Lesvos,” a non-fiction work chronicling the arrival of Syrian refugees in Greece.
Dan Wells, publisher of Biblioasis, said Wednesday that news of Heighton’s death came as a surprise, though he knew the author was ill. | https://globalnews.ca/news/8772502/ontario-author-steven-heighton-dies/ | 2022-04-20T19:06:04Z | https://globalnews.ca/news/8772502/ontario-author-steven-heighton-dies/ | true | null |
HEBRON — The similarities between the start of Hadley Marchand’s sophomore season with the RHAM High softball team and the start of her junior season this year are apparent.
In both seasons, Marchand posted monster stats in the pitching circle and at the plate. In both seasons, she helped guide the Raptors to tremendous starts.
That consistency is even more astonishing when you realize that Marchand had to recover from a torn ACL in her left knee in the interim.
How has Marchand been able to bounce back with seemingly no ill effects?
“It's really just been the mental aspect,” Marchand said Monday. “Just thinking about what I want to do, preparing myself for games. Thinking about each pitch. What I was doing before I got hurt, I basically just took a break. I just went right back to where I was.”
Marchand began her softball career at RHAM High last year. Her freshman campaign was canceled before it began due to the pandemic.
The right-hander immediately made an impact. In eight games, Marchand posted a 0.76 ERA and had 97 strikeouts and 17 walks in 54 innings. At the plate, she had a .360 batting average, eight RBIs and a .500 on-base percentage.
“I was expecting a good season. It was going well,” Marchand said. “We were 6-1 before I got hurt. It was looking good.”
But it was during her eighth game, a 4-1 loss at Enfield on May 6, that her breakout season came to a screeching halt.
“I went to go throw a pitch and I planted down and it just tore,” Marchand said. “I didn't think it was torn. But X-rays came back and the MRI came back that it was.”
Marchand described the moment as “traumatic.” She would miss the rest of the season, which saw the Raptors finish 13-8 and fall in the first round of the Class L state tournament.
“The kids were really starting to get confident,” coach Ray Bell said Monday. “Then she had the injury and it was almost kind of like a deflation. It was a bummer because she was so important on both sides of the field.”
Marchand had surgery in June. She spent the next five months rehabbing before she could start running again.
Seven months after her surgery, Marchand was able to begin softball activities.
While Marchand has a good grasp on the mental aspect of her game now, she initially struggled to get over the idea that she’d get hurt again in her return to the diamond.
“There was definitely nervousness,” she said. “I had a lot of people around me though convincing me that it was okay. I had a good support system. My surgeon, my PT, everybody clearing me really helped my confidence.”
Marchand went 5-0 in RHAM's first six games of the 2022 season before hitting her first stumbling block in a 2-0 loss at No. 5 Masuk Tuesday in Monroe.
She now has a 0.90 ERA and a .742 WHIP in six appearances for the Raptors (6-1). She's allowed nine runs — four earned —on 13 hits while striking out 49 and walking 10 in 31 innings. She had 11 strikeouts Tuesday while allowing two runs on five hits.
Offensively, she's posted a .333 batting average and a .462 on-base percentage. She has seven hits, including two home runs, three doubles and a triple, seven RBIs and three runs scored.
“I'm feeling strong, feeling confident about it,” Marchand said on her start to the season. “A few difficulties of having problems with my quad. Like my muscles aren't really as strong because I had muscular atrophy, so I had to build the strength back. It's still not fully there, but we're getting there.”
Despite the stumble Tuesday, Bell knows that Marchand will rebound.
“I think as she gets stronger, we'll get better and better,” he said. “Who knows where it goes.”
As the season continues, Marchand has a strong idea of what she wants to work on each time out.
“I think locating my pitches,” she said. “Figuring out what to do for each batter. Really focusing on that. And then getting my strength and (pitching) speed back is something else I need to focus on.”
If she can do that, Bell thinks the sky’s the limit for his ace.
“I think in another month, you'll see an even better player than you're seeing now,” he said.
MASUK 2, RHAM 0. Kat Gallant tossed a two-hitter and struck out 11 as host Masuk won a non-league game. The Panthers (5-1) scored twice in the third. Taylor Fitch and Natalie Assunto had the hits for RHAM. | https://www.journalinquirer.com/sports/high_school/rhams-marchand-having-bounce-back-season-after-knee-surgery/article_786d7eec-c0b4-11ec-964f-cf92b8ac2e0f.html | 2022-04-20T19:06:41Z | https://www.journalinquirer.com/sports/high_school/rhams-marchand-having-bounce-back-season-after-knee-surgery/article_786d7eec-c0b4-11ec-964f-cf92b8ac2e0f.html | false | 3 |
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The first tentative steps in combatting PEI’s rural housing crunch, which threatens both the rural economy and community viability, may finally be underway.
Unfortunately no solution will deliver a quick fix. It’s more a question of do our political masters truly appreciate the significance of the issue, and can change occur before it’s too late.
Housing affordability has become a pressing issue over the past decade plus, but exploded in recent years as new Canadians, former Islanders and those in search of a safe rural retreat flocked to the Island. Housing stock fell to record lows, prices soared to record highs, but Island salaries did not keep pace.
This perfect storm means many Islanders are now priced out of the local market.
Rural communities rely less on apartments and more on home ownership. Because Liberal and Conservative governments ignored the growing ownership challenge, young families today will not build personal wealth through home equity. For the first time in decades a generational wealth transfer, made possible by home ownership, will not occur for many families.
PEI faces two housing issues: affordable apartments and the capacity for Islanders to buy a home.
To date the King government’s housing strategy has been focused on subsidizing developers to include affordable units in new apartment buildings.
It’s a solution that builds wealth for the developer but no one else. It also means new construction occurs almost exclusively in urban areas or large rural communities like Montague.
The provincial and federal budgets both include housing specific initiatives that may offer some help.
One of the greatest obstacles to new rural housing is the cost of connecting services to a development. The King government is committing $5 million, with the potential for more, to ease this up-front cost. Details are not finalized, but a rural municipality will enter into an agreement with a developer. The municipality, rather than developer, will then apply to the Federation of Municipalities for service infrastructure funding. The hope is to reduce the cost of development, while supporting private sector housing expansion in rural communities.
It’s a good idea because it incentivizes development that has always come with high risk. Servicing lots might only account for 25 per cent of the total development cost, but it could be 70 per cent or more of the total financial risk. Developers don’t see a full return until the last lot is sold.
The federal government is committing $10 billion nationally that may offer opportunity to develop co-operative housing or other rural ownership focused efforts here.
If we as a province do not aggressively seek solutions - including finding unique ways of supporting the major obstacle new home owners face - down payments - our economic development efforts will fail. How do you recruit and retain employees if there is no housing available?
Recently in the legislature, Summerside Green MLA Steve Howard condescendingly asked Environment Minister Steven Myers why Georgetown was selected as the location for the green tech centre. The answer is simple. For the same reason Summerside was picked more than 30 years ago to be the centre of a new aerospace industry after closure of CFB Summerside. Or Charlottetown 15 years ago to take advantage of the burgeoning bioscience sector.
The Greens would do well to understand that creating broad economic opportunity ensures our province does not wither from centralized development.
But rural PEI will also wither if development is created but employees can not live in the community that they work. This is the challenge facing Georgetown’s clean tech park. It is an ambitious plan lacking a primary ingredient for success - housing. Why spend millions building a new industry when cars will stream out of the community at the end of a shift?
As a province, we do not have the luxury of time in the search for solutions. We need a fully engaged provincial government, which we have not seen. We need rural municipalities to discuss an issue ignored by too many councils for too long. And we need developers to see opportunity in rural communities.
If we dally, PEI will lose and the primary benefit of projects like the clean tech park will accrue to Charlottetown and Summerside because that is where housing will be found.
Paul MacNeill is Publisher of Island Press Limited. He can be contacted at paul@peicanada.com | https://www.peicanada.com/eastern_graphic/we-need-to-fix-rural-housing-affordability/article_5af07ad0-bfd9-11ec-bf50-774deac1ea67.html | 2022-04-20T19:08:01Z | https://www.peicanada.com/eastern_graphic/we-need-to-fix-rural-housing-affordability/article_5af07ad0-bfd9-11ec-bf50-774deac1ea67.html | true | 1 |
How do I make a telescope?
Did you know you can build your own telescope? All you need are two lenses and a few common household items. Depending on your crafting experience, you can complete this fun project in a single afternoon.
The benefit of making your own telescope is it will give you a much better understanding of optics. It is also very rewarding to build your own scientific equipment that really works.
Reflector vs. refractor telescope
There are two types of telescopes: a reflector telescope and a refractor telescope.
Reflector telescope
As it sounds, a reflector telescope works by reflection. Light enters the front of the telescope and reflects off the primary mirror that is located at the back. The light travels to the front of the telescope where a secondary mirror reflects it to an eyepiece. A reflector telescope is easy to identify because the eyepiece is located in the front.
Refractor telescope
For this project, we will be building a refractor telescope. A refractor telescope works by using special lenses that change the angle of light to focus it at a specific distance. This distance is called a focal length. The lens with the larger focal length is located at the front of the telescope and is called the objective lens. The lens with the smaller focal length is located at the back of the telescope and is called the eyepiece lens. For a home model, the objective lens should have a focal length of 8-14 inches, while the eyepiece lens should have a focal length of 2-4 inches.
Making a refractor telescope: step by step
Materials
The first step to building a refractor telescope is to gather your materials:
- Two convex lenses (1.5 inches in diameter): The telescope’s magnification level is determined by dividing the focal length of the objective lens by the focal length of the eyepiece lens.
- Two empty cardboard paper towel rolls
- Scissors
- Tape: Durable tape, such as duct tape, is best.
- Glue: You’ll need a fast-setting glue that can hold glass to cardboard. Alternatively, you can use a hot glue gun and an appropriate glue stick.
- A ruler
- A pencil: A pen or ultrafine point marker will also work.
Steps
- Cut one of the cardboard paper towel rolls lengthwise down the middle.
- Overlap the edges of the cut paper towel roll by one-half inch and tape them in place. This will create a tube with a smaller diameter that can be slid in and out of the larger tube.
- Carefully make eight evenly spaced one-quarter-inch-deep cuts into one end of each paper towel roll.
- Fold the eight flaps you just made inward at a 90-degree angle. This will create a ledge on each paper towel roll where you can glue the lenses.
- Glue the lens with the longer focal length to the paper towel roll with the larger diameter. Be very careful not to get any glue on the part of the lens that you will be looking through or your telescope will not work as expected. You will need to hold the lens in place until the glue sets — follow the instructions that came with the glue.
- Glue the lens with the shorter focal point to the paper towel roll with a smaller diameter.
- Insert the smaller paper towel roll into the larger one.
Once you have successfully built your first telescope, feel free to experiment with different aspects of these instructions. For instance, consider trying lenses of different focal lengths. If you use lenses that are larger than 1.5 inches in diameter, however, you will need to use mailing tubes or custom make your own tubes out of cardboard.
Tips for using your refractor telescope
Now that you have your telescope, there are a few things you’ll need to know to get the most out of it.
- Use the tubes to focus: Slide the smaller tube in and out of the larger tube to focus.
- Never look at the sun: If you use your telescope during the day, you must never aim it at the sun. This can cause permanent damage to your retina.
- Let your eyes adjust: If you use your telescope at night, give your eyes 30 minutes to adjust to the darkness.
- Take breaks: It is easy to get tired when using a telescope. Take frequent breaks to give your eyes a rest.
What you need to make a refractor telescope
Double Convex Lens With 11.81-Inch Focal Length (1.5-Inch Diameter)
This double convex lens has a long focal length (11.81 inches), which makes it ideal for the objective lens of your telescope. Remember, you will need a longer telescope for this to work. Sold by Amazon
Double Convex Lens With 7.87-Inch Focal Length (1.5-Inch Diameter)
This double convex lens is a good focal length (7.87 inches) for the objective lens of a homemade telescope. It is a high-quality lens with ground edges for precision. Sold by Amazon
Double Convex Lens With 3.93-Inch Focal Length (1.5-Inch Diameter)
This lens has a 3.93-Inch focal length. It works best as the eyepiece lens of a large telescope. Sold by Amazon
Double Convex Lens With 1.97-Inch Focal Length (1.5-Inch Diameter)
With a focal length of just 1.97 inches, this lens makes an ideal eyepiece lens for most home telescopes. Sold by Amazon
Gorilla Black Duct Tape
This durable tape is tough, weather-resistant, and can securely hold to smooth, rough or uneven surfaces. Sold by Home Depot
Gorilla 3-Ounce Clear Grip Tube
This fast-setting clear grip glue is a good option for your assembling needs. It is waterproof, paintable and suitable for use with glass. Sold by Home Depot
Tru Red 8-Inch Stainless Steel Scissors
If you don’t have a quality pair of scissors, you will need to buy a pair for this project. These right-handed scissors have ergonomic grips for comfort. Sold by Amazon and Staples
Celestron Portable Refractor Telescope
For individuals who prefer to use a store-bought model, this compact Celestron refractor telescope is a solid entry-level option. It comes with two eyepieces, a travel bag and a tripod. Sold by Amazon
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What are this spring’s fitness trends?
If you’re thinking of changing up your spring workout routine, you’re probably looking for new exercises — and equipment — to help you reach your fitness goals.
BestReviews’ fitness expert Judd NeSmith, NASM-CPT, PES, founder of Serious Fitness, shares some of this season’s top fitness trends taking over parks, gyms and even living rooms. From outdoor exercise to dynamic home gyms, NeSmith explains that there’s something new for everyone this spring — no matter their age or fitness level.
Most popular spring 2022 fitness trends
Health and fitness tracking
Tracking health and fitness through wearable technology has been on the rise in recent years, and this spring, it’s emerging as one of the most popular investments. In particular, many people are upgrading to new fitness trackers and smartwatches. NeSmith says the Apple Watch is best for people interested in sleep tracking and Fitbits are ideal for step counts.
They’re not the only devices worth buying, though.
“I’d recommend wearing a heart rate monitor, “says NeSmith. “It’ll tell you your maximum heart rate and the effective heart rate zones that you should be in so you can track your exertion.
Cardio training
Cardio equipment sales have skyrocketed in the past couple of months. And with the rise of cutting-edge consoles on these machines, NeSmith says that people are willing to pay premium prices for more stimulation during at-home workouts.
“Having an interactive computer screen in front of you that offers a simulation of running a central park, or riding a bike in San Francisco on a certain trail — it makes the workouts that much more enjoyable,” says NeSmith.
NeSmith says that it’s not just Pelotons garnering major attention, either. High-end ellipticals, treadmills and stationary bikes from other big brands have become hot commodities this spring. Several popular models are currently on backorder, as well.
Outdoor exercise
While there has been a steady return to indoor exercise recently, NeSmith explains that commercial gyms have pivoted to accommodate a growing number of members drawn to outdoor workouts.
“People prefer being outside,” says NeSmith. “It’s a little more peaceful and calming, whether you’re doing an exercise class or following an exercise program of your own.”
Certain gyms and studios have launched outdoor boot camps and clinics this spring, while others bring spin bikes outside for pop-up cycle classes. And with warmer spring weather on the horizon, more fitness centers have begun offering outdoor yoga and mat Pilates classes.
Bodyweight exercises
Strength training has become more accessible than ever before with the availability and affordability of online tutorials and personal training apps. Not only are people learning how to exercise effectively, says NeSmith, but they’re reaping the benefits of exercising efficiently with the basics: a handful of bodyweight movements.
- Squats: According to NeSmith, squats “recruit your quadriceps, hamstrings and glutes. It’s a really great way to strengthen the lower body.”
- Push-up alternatives: These engage the chest muscles, triceps, deltoids and front part of the shoulder, while the prone cobra position targets the middle-upper back.
- Prone cobra: When you lay facedown on the floor and press up with your chin tucked, you target the middle-upper back.
Nesmith says just three days a week is enough to see and feel a difference in your body. And between strength training days, light cardio and rest days are recommended.
Other spring fitness trends
NeSmith says that more and more people are “starting to discover how inexpensive it can be to outfit your gym with some really good equipment.” Some of the most commonly-purchased equipment this season includes dumbbell sets, squat racks, medicine balls and benches.
Other people are gravitating toward the convenience of online personal training. According to NeSmith, the fitness industry is “seeing that explode right now.” NeSmith is witnessing the trend firsthand, considering he’s based in Boulder, Colorado and provides one-on-one training to clients around the county.
Another spring fitness trend worth trying, according to NeSmith, is high-intensity interval training. Also referred to as HIIT, it’s becoming one of the most popular workout classes at commercial gyms, and NeSmith says, “I endorse it 100%.”
Trending spring fitness products
NordicTrack Commercial 1750 Treadmill
This studio-quality NordicTrack has a 14-inch touchscreen that streams live and on-demand workouts with iFit.
Sold by NordicTrack
One of Fitbit’s latest and best-selling designs, the Luxe has a sleek design and comes with a six-month subscription to Fitbit Premium.
Sold by Amazon, Kohl’s and Dick’s Sporting Goods
Gaiam Essentials Premium Yoga Mat
Not only is this yoga mat ideal for floor-based strength training, it’s also made with non-toxic materials and comes with a carrier sling.
Sold by Amazon
If you’re thinking of building a home gym, this squat rack is a great starter option that is easily customized with dip bars, J hooks and other attachments.
Sold by Amazon
BalanceForm Foam Plyometric Box
A top choice for jump training, this three-in-one plyometric box offers stable, safe landings with its nonslip surface.
Sold by Amazon
Marcy Adjustable Utility Bench
The six-position bench, designed for dynamic, full-body workouts, accommodates flat, incline, decline and military exercises.
Sold by Amazon
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The British singer/guitarist talks about his formative years, and about pioneering a new musical genre that blended rock with traditional music of the British isles. Thompson's new memoir is Beeswing.
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Kansas City woman pleads guilty to $1.1 million embezzlement scheme
KANSAS CITY, Kan. (WIBW) - A Kansas City woman could face jail time after pleading guilty to embezzling over $1.1 million from the Johnson Co. District Court. The U.S. Attorney’s Office - District of Kansas says on Tuesday, April 19, Dawna Kellogg, 61, of Williamsburg, pleaded guilty to federal charges of...
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NEWPORT BEACH, Calif., April 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- CEYEBER Corporation ("CEYEBER") today announced its strategic alliance and investment in Blink Energy Ltd. ("Blink"), located in Haifa, Israel, to co-develop the future of enhanced vision. Blink provides energy and communication flexibility to smart devices, taking them to a new level of autonomy, wearable experience, and ease of use.
In consideration of CEYEBER's investment in Blink, CEYEBER shall receive preferred equity in Blink and the parties shall work towards a license agreement providing CEYEBER an exclusive license to use Blink's power technology in connection with its intraocular lens applications. The parties' intention is to ultimately enter into a definitive agreement allowing for the development of a power and communication platform that will support CEYEBER's smart intraocular lens.
Robert E. Grant, CEYEBER's Chief Executive Officer and Founder, said, "Our partnership with Blink Energy is an extremely important part of our broader vision to develop ground-breaking, medical grade ocular-smart implantables".
Yariv Bar-On, Blink's Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder, said, "We are extremely excited to partner with CEYEBER team on a novel project such as this and looking forward to making a difference in the future of intraocular lens applications".
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Ceyeber Corp is the developer of implantable intraocular lens technology designed for medical applications and augmented reality. The Company is currently in the research and development phase of creating a medical-grade ocular smart implantable that integrates cellular, WIFI and 802.11 transmissions in a cognitive interface. This would enable clients to enhance cognitive functions and digitally capture experiences and individual memories. The Company is currently developing a benchtop working prototype of their U.S. Patent No. 9,662,199 B2, which covers an implantable intraocular lens with an optic (including accommodating, multifocal and phakic configurations), a camera and an LED display, along with a communications module that wirelessly transmit and receive information from an external device.
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Cairngorms National Park Authority has set out its vision for the next five years, with a focus on restoration and protection of land, habitats and species.
Deer populations will be culled in order to increase restoration of peatlands - a critical store of carbon – and allow growth of 35,000 hectares of woodland. The park also wants to end intensive management of game birds, such as pheasants, and supports new gaming licences.
With around 40 estates falling within the park’s boundaries, the vision has angered gamekeepers, farmers and other rural workers with claims the plan, which has yet to be agreed, will cost jobs, livelihoods and tied housing in rural areas.
The Grampian Moorland Group, which represents rural sporting estates from The Cairngorms, Royal Deeside and Aberdeenshire, said it had been “overwhelmed” by the response to an online protest today (Wednesday).
Spokeswoman Lianne MacLennan said: “Around 500 people have helped us reach thousands of people and hopefully the message is getting across to the Cairngorms National Park Authority Board . We feel strongly that there is a need for the Park leaders to heal the growing differences with an important sector and not impose unpopular policies without discussion.”
The national park authority has no statutory power to impose its plan on private estate owners and can only advise them of its own ambitions.
Colin McClean, head of land management at Cairngorms National Park Authority, said the park wanted to work more closely with gamekeepers and other rural workers and insure they can maintain a stalking income.
He said: “I think their concerns are absolutely genuine and understandable. There is an awful lot of change in the countryside and these changes are always unsettling. Land values are rocketing, which is causing angst, and policy is changing around biodiversity, climate change, peat and woodland and it is causing a lot of insecurity.
“Rural workers are essential to the park – on the management of deer, in the protection of threatened species, they have the skills and the knowledge and the equipment to tackle widlfires. They have a vital role to play and the need for their skills and knowledge is not going away
“There is a lot of sympathy of where they are coming from, but we need to work together.”
Around 30,000 red deer live on open range within the National Park with average densities currently 11.5 per square kilometre. However, the figure varies from four to 20 in some places.
Mr McClean said three out of five deer management groups already met the 2030 target of 5 to 8 deer per square kilometre, although numbers in the south – roughly around Blair Atholl and Glen Isla – remain far higher.
Scottish Land and Estates, which represents estate owners, estimates the game and country sports industry is worth over £350m a year to the Scottish economy.
The park authority is now considering some 1,400 responses to its draft plan with potential changes now being considered. A final version will be put to the board in June. It will then be considered by Scottish Ministers. | https://www.scotsman.com/news/national/gamekeepers-revolt-over-national-parks-plan-to-fight-climate-change-with-deer-cull-3661751 | 2022-04-20T19:16:49Z | https://www.scotsman.com/news/national/gamekeepers-revolt-over-national-parks-plan-to-fight-climate-change-with-deer-cull-3661751 | false | 1 |
12 Affordable Maximalist Products That’ll Elevate Your Home, According To An Interior Designer
It only takes one cursory glance — a second, really — at Dominique Fluker’s home to get a sense of her aesthetic. Vibrant cobalt blue walls, sculptural chairs, shiny brass accents, a plethora of textures, mesmerizing artwork — a stunning, glorious mash-up that lends itself to a cohesive design that she very accurately describes as “eclectic maximalism.”
“I personally gravitate toward big colors, patterns, and textures. My home space is an extension of me and my personality — it’s important to have your home be a place of creativity, love, and passion,” says the 29-year-old Los Angeles-based interior designer, who founded her interior styling studio DBF Interiors just last year after she overhauled her home at the height of the pandemic. Others saw the incredible before/afters, and after fielding inquiries, she launched her business with the intention to help others transform their spaces.
“As a Black woman, there aren’t many spaces I feel safe in. My home is one place where I absolutely feel safe, so I need to make sure it’s comfortable, it reflects who I am, and it has joy,” Fluker says. “Unfortunately, many women of color can’t experience that anywhere else in the world but their home. That’s why DBF Interiors is so important for women — to create a place they can retreat to, feel comfortable, safe, and loved.”
Her advice for those who are intrigued by eclectic maximalism but scared to take that leap — whether that be fear of color, of getting sick of the outcome, of it “not working” — Fluker simply says to “trust your judgment.” Nothing is permanent, so start small, with pops of color (an accent wall as opposed to painting the whole house a loud color), go room by room (parcel out prints if you’re attracted to multiple patterns), and then ramp it up once you’re more comfortable with the look.
“If you do feel like you're gravitating toward bigger prints or louder colors, you should absolutely go for it,” encourages Fluker, who is also quick to point out that she can design from a minimalistic point of view — her work is all about collaborating with clients. And her absolute favorite place to source pieces is the Opalhouse designed with Jungalow line from Target because “it’s fun, it’s inviting, the pieces are made with intention, and it feels like an elevated experience,” she enthuses. “This line is perfectly designed for the person who loves eclectic maximalism, but also who is new to it all and wants to find their personality through design.”
With that said, Fluker exercised her discerning eye and plucked her top 12 favorite items from the Opalhouse/Jungalow line that not only resonated with her aesthetic, but could also work in any home. | https://www.refinery29.com/en-us/eclectic-maximalism-home-decor-target | 2022-04-20T19:19:32Z | https://www.refinery29.com/en-us/eclectic-maximalism-home-decor-target | true | 2 |
Which mini pop it fidget toys are best?
Fidget toys are beneficial for kids and adults alike. Some of the most popular styles are simple pop its with bubbles that can be gently pressed with a thumb or finger. They can be useful sensory stimulation for a variety of situations, but there are some things to consider before making a purchase.
If you want the top choice for a mini pop it fidget toy, go with the Rolees Mini Pop Bubble Sensory Fidget Toys. Each toy in this set features a keychain attachment so you can take it with you, as well as different colorful designs.
What to know before you buy a mini pop it fidget toy
Have you used a fidget toy before?
If you have not tried a fidget toy, do some research on the different types available on the market. Pop its are a good option, but the type of item you like for physical stimming is a matter of personal preference. The best fidget toy for one person will not always work for someone else, so experiment a little in order to find what is best for you.
Appearance
The appearance of a fidget toy may not matter to you if your only priority is the kinetic sensation. If the look does not matter, it should be easy to find a fidget toy with a simplistic design for an affordable price. If you want the toy to match your sense of style or serve as a decoration for a bag, it might be a little trickier to find something suitable.
What to look for in a quality mini pop it fidget toy
Colors
The best fidget toys feature bright colors or fun patterns that appeal to the user. If you are buying a mini pop it fidget toy for your child, consider picking one that includes their favorite colors. Some come with sections in solid colors, while others have a blended tie-dye style.
Design
Mini pop it fidget toys come in all shapes and designs. Some are made in molds to look like foods, animals or various objects. Smaller fidget toys usually come in simplistic designs and shapes. In the end, the best option is any shape that makes the user happy.
Travel
One of the main benefits of a miniature pop it fidget toy is that it can be carried with you practically anywhere. However, misplacing such a small item is an easy thing to do, so many come with metal fasteners or clips to attach to a keychain or a bag for easy access. The best models have an easily removable clip, which allows you to exchange it for another one if desired.
How much you can expect to spend on a mini pop it fidget toy
Depending on the size and style, the price for a single fidget toy can vary but rarely exceeds more than a few dollars. If you buy them in larger quantities, the price is usually more affordable.
Mini pop it fidget toy FAQ
Are mini pop it fidget toys safe for kids?
A. Yes, just make sure it is not small enough to be a choking hazard. If a child uses the toy often, the main concern is that it can become a source of bacteria and germs if not kept clean. Most plastic and silicone fidget toys can be cleaned off quickly in a sink with regular hand or dish soap.
How do you attach new keychains or hooks to a mini pop it fidget toy?
A. It depends on the particular mold and model for the pop it toy. Some do not have very large holes for affixing a hook, so only smaller rings or chains can be connected for storage or travel. Check the size and dimensions before you buy if you are concerned about being able to attach the fidget toy to something. There is not a completely uniform method of manufacturing these fidget toys, so the exact sizes can vary drastically.
What’s the best mini pop it fidget toy to buy?
Top mini pop it fidget toy
Rolees Mini Pop Bubble Sensory Fidget Toys
What you need to know: These colorful silicone pop its come in sets with a variety of fun designs, including pineapples, strawberries, guitars, ice cream and unicorns.
What you’ll love: They come in two sets of six and one set of five with various designs across the three options. Each individual pop it has a keychain attachment that could be easily swapped out for a different one or removed if needed.
What you should consider: Some customers had issues with the durability of the hooks that come with the fidget toys, so replacement keychains may be needed for long-term use.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Top mini pop it fidget toy for the money
Meiest 10-Piece Mini Pop Bubble Fidget Sensory Toy
What you need to know: These affordable silicone pop its cost about a dollar a piece. They come in a few different shapes, and there is a ton of variety in terms of color.
What you’ll love: This set of 10 individual pieces features five molded shapes: circles, squares, hearts, flowers and boomerangs. The silicone material is eco-friendly, durable and easy to clean with soap and water. Because the set comes with 10 individual units, you could give them to multiple people as gifts.
What you should consider: Some customers reported receiving missing, damaged or broken components.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Worth checking out
What you need to know: This assortment of pop it toys on keychains comes in a few different colors.
What you’ll love: Each toy is very soft and lightweight, so they can easily be carried in a pocket. They are perfect to pack in a backpack or briefcase.
What you should consider: Some customers were confused about the expected quantities per order or found that their shipment had missing or flimsy parts.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
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NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Tennessee is set to execute its first inmate Thursday since the start of the pandemic, planning a lethal injection procedure that has become less common in the state than the electric chair in recent years.
Oscar Smith, 72, is scheduled to die for the 1989 killings of his estranged wife and her teenage sons. The execution using the state's preferred method puts Tennessee on a divergent path from South Carolina, which has been preparing for a rare U.S. firing squad execution. However, South Carolina's Supreme Court put the planned April 29 execution on hold Wednesday, at least temporarily, saying a more detailed order would follow.
In Tennessee, secrecy laws prevent the public from determining just how the drugs for Smith's execution were obtained.
Meanwhile, South Carolina lawmakers have failed to pass a similar law to keep its drug suppliers confidential, despite the urging of corrections officials. Now the state has fallen back on the much older, and less often used execution method. The last U.S. firing squad execution was in 2010.
South Carolina has cited its struggles to obtain lethal injection drugs in recent years, an issue in many states because pharmacies and manufacturers have refused to supply their medications for executions.
Smith has argued he should also be executed by firing squad, reasoning that it is less painful than Tennessee's two options, but his lawsuit was denied.
His execution would be the first of five planned by Tennessee for 2022, resuming its quick, pre-pandemic pace of putting inmates to death. The five pending death warrants tie Tennessee with Texas for the most nationally this year, according to the Washington-based nonprofit Death Penalty Information Center.
Smith had been scheduled for a June 2020 execution, one of several dates delayed because of the pandemic.
Smith was convicted of fatally stabbing and shooting Judith Smith and her sons Jason and Chad Burnett, 13 and 16, at their Nashville home on Oct. 1, 1989.
Smith has maintained he is innocent. In a clemency filing, rejected Tuesday by Republican Gov. Bill Lee, Smith's legal team claimed problems with the jury in his 1990 trial.
"There is one thing I know for a fact," Smith told The Associated Press in a phone interview Monday. "I know where I'm going from here. With my faith and belief, I'll be with my savior and my family that's deceased."
His attorneys were denied requests to reopen his case after a new type of DNA analysis found the DNA of an unknown person on one of the murder weapons.
The state has not conducted any executions since February 2020, when Nicholas Sutton died in the electric chair for the killing of a fellow inmate in an east Tennessee prison. Of the seven inmates Tennessee has put to death since 2018 — when Tennessee ended an execution pause stretching back to 2009 — only two died by lethal injection.
Smith declined to choose between the chair and lethal injection, so lethal injection became the default method.
Tennessee uses a three-drug series to put inmates to death: midazolam, a sedative to render the inmate unconscious; vecuronium bromide, to paralyze the inmate; and potassium chloride, to stop the heart.
Officials have said midazolam renders an inmate unconscious and unable to feel pain. Expert witnesses for inmates, however, say the drugs would cause sensations of drowning, suffocation and chemical burning while leaving inmates unable to move or call out.
In Oklahoma last October, an inmate put to death using the same three-drug lethal injection convulsed and vomited after receiving midazolam. Oklahoma has carried out three lethal injections since, without similar reactions reported.
In Tennessee, Smith's attorneys argued unsuccessfully for the firing squad, pointing to South Carolina giving the greenlight to firing squad executions last month — one of four states to allow that execution method, according to the Death Penalty Information Center.
Exactly how some states have execution drugs on hand, while others struggle to secure them, is often obscured by state public records exemptions.
A Tennessee Department of Correction spokesperson declined to identify the source of its execution drugs, which can be manufactured or compounded. Documents about the drugs obtained by The Associated Press through a public records request were heavily redacted, removing references to the state's supplier.
Meanwhile in South Carolina, a corrections official said in a recent affidavit that manufacturers and compounding pharmacies contacted by the state refused to provide the drugs.
Though South Carolina has failed to pass additional secrecy for lethal injection suppliers, Idaho recently took that step.
Republican Gov. Brad Little signed legislation banning officials from revealing — even under court order — where they obtained execution drugs.
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BANCO DE BOGOTÁ S.A. ANNOUNCES FINAL RESULTS OF CASH TENDER OFFER FOR UP TO U.S.$300,000,000 AGGREGATE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF THE OUTSTANDING U.S.$600,000,000 AGGREGATE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF 4.375% SENIOR NOTES DUE 2027 (CUSIP NOS. 059514 AE9/P09252 AM2)
BOGOTÁ, Colombia, April 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Banco de Bogotá S.A. ("Banco de Bogotá") announced today the final results in connection with its previously announced offer to purchase for cash up to U.S.$300 million (the "Maximum Principal Amount") of the outstanding 4.375% Senior Notes due 2027 issued by Banco de Bogotá (the "Notes") upon the terms and subject to the conditions set forth in the Offer to Purchase dated March 22, 2022 (the "Offer to Purchase") for a purchase price for the Notes equal to the applicable Purchase Price (the "Tender Offer"). Capitalized terms not defined herein shall have the meaning ascribed to them in the Offer to Purchase.
The expiration date for the Tender Offer was 11:59 p.m., New York City time, on April 19, 2022 (the "Expiration Time"). Banco de Bogotá has been advised by Global Bondholder Services Corporation (GBSC), the information and tender agent (the "Information and Tender Agent"), that, after 5:00 p.m., New York City time, on April 4, 2022 (the "Early Tender Date"), but at or prior to the Expiration Time, U.S.$8,395,000 in aggregate principal amount of the Notes had been validly tendered (and not validly withdrawn) pursuant to the Tender Offer. The Notes that have been validly tendered (and not validly withdrawn) cannot be withdrawn, except as may be required by applicable law. As previously announced, Holders who validly tendered their Notes after the Early Tender Date but at or prior to the Expiration Time, in the manner described in the Offer to Purchase will be eligible to receive the Total Consideration, which includes the Early Tender Payment, plus Accrued Interest (as defined in the Offer to Purchase), on the Final Settlement Date, which is expected to be April 21, 2022, or as promptly as practicable thereafter.
Together with the Notes validly tendered and not withdrawn at or prior to the Early Tender Date, a total of U.S.$128,102,000 in aggregate principal amount of the Notes, or approximately 21.35% of the outstanding Notes were validly tendered pursuant to the Tender Offer.
The table below summarizes certain payment terms for the Notes:
(1) Per U.S.$1,000 principal amount of Notes, validly tendered and accepted for purchase, plus Accrued Interest.
Banco de Bogotá's obligation to purchase Notes in the Tender Offer is subject to and conditioned upon the satisfaction or waiver of certain conditions described in the Offer to Purchase. Banco de Bogotá reserves the right, in Banco de Bogotá's sole discretion, to amend or terminate the Tender Offer at any time.
The terms and conditions of the Tender Offer are described in the Offer to Purchase.
Banco de Bogotá will only accept for purchase Notes up to the Maximum Principal Amount. As any Notes validly tendered (and not validly withdrawn) in the Tender Offer will be accepted for purchase by Banco de Bogotá subject to the Maximum Principal Amount (as defined in the Offer to Purchase), purchases of validly tendered Notes will be prorated, as more fully described in the Offer to Purchase.
Contact information of the Information and Tender Agent is set forth below.
A copy of the Offer to Purchase is available at the following web address: https://www.gbsc-usa.com/bogota.
Any questions or requests for assistance or for additional copies of this notice may be directed to the dealer managers at their respective telephone numbers set forth below or, if by any Holder, to such Holder's broker, dealer, commercial bank, trust company or other nominee for assistance concerning the Tender Offer.
The dealer managers for the Tender Offer are:
This notice does not constitute or form part of any offer or invitation to purchase, or any solicitation of any offer to sell, the Notes or any other securities in the United States or any other country, nor shall it or any part of it, or the fact of its release, form the basis of, or be relied on or in connection with, any contract therefor. The Tender Offer is made only by and pursuant to the terms of the Offer to Purchase, and the information in this notice is qualified by reference to the Offer to Purchase. None of Banco de Bogotá, the dealer managers or the information and tender agent makes any recommendation as to whether Holders should tender their Notes pursuant to the Tender Offer.
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Warren Street Wealth Advisors LLC acquired a new position in NVIDIA Co. (NASDAQ:NVDA – Get Rating) in the 4th quarter, according to its most recent disclosure with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The firm acquired 1,398 shares of the computer hardware maker’s stock, valued at approximately $411,000.
Several other large investors also recently bought and sold shares of NVDA. Arete Wealth Advisors LLC lifted its stake in NVIDIA by 8.1% in the 4th quarter. Arete Wealth Advisors LLC now owns 12,143 shares of the computer hardware maker’s stock worth $3,635,000 after purchasing an additional 914 shares in the last quarter. Scissortail Wealth Management LLC bought a new stake in shares of NVIDIA in the 4th quarter worth approximately $911,000. Claudia M.P. Batlle CRP R LLC bought a new position in NVIDIA during the 4th quarter worth approximately $8,119,000. Modera Wealth Management LLC increased its stake in shares of NVIDIA by 245.5% during the fourth quarter. Modera Wealth Management LLC now owns 5,556 shares of the computer hardware maker’s stock valued at $1,634,000 after buying an additional 3,948 shares during the period. Finally, Heron Financial Group LLC boosted its position in shares of NVIDIA by 48.9% during the fourth quarter. Heron Financial Group LLC now owns 2,940 shares of the computer hardware maker’s stock valued at $724,000 after purchasing an additional 966 shares in the last quarter. Hedge funds and other institutional investors own 63.84% of the company’s stock.
Several equities research analysts recently commented on the company. StockNews.com began coverage on NVIDIA in a report on Thursday, March 31st. They issued a “hold” rating for the company. Mizuho raised their target price on shares of NVIDIA from $335.00 to $345.00 and gave the stock a “buy” rating in a research note on Thursday, February 17th. Tigress Financial upped their price objective on NVIDIA from $400.00 to $410.00 and gave the stock a “buy” rating in a research note on Tuesday, March 29th. Rosenblatt Securities restated a “buy” rating and set a $400.00 target price on shares of NVIDIA in a research report on Thursday, February 17th. Finally, Truist Financial cut their target price on shares of NVIDIA from $347.00 to $298.00 in a report on Friday, April 8th. Seven analysts have rated the stock with a hold rating, twenty-five have issued a buy rating and one has given a strong buy rating to the company. According to data from MarketBeat.com, NVIDIA presently has an average rating of “Buy” and a consensus price target of $326.00.
NVDA traded down $6.72 during trading on Wednesday, reaching $215.26. The company had a trading volume of 1,309,471 shares, compared to its average volume of 53,343,910. The business’s fifty day moving average price is $243.76 and its 200 day moving average price is $261.42. The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.41, a current ratio of 6.65 and a quick ratio of 6.05. The company has a market cap of $627.00 billion, a P/E ratio of 56.53, a PEG ratio of 2.70 and a beta of 1.42. NVIDIA Co. has a 12 month low of $134.59 and a 12 month high of $346.47.
NVIDIA (NASDAQ:NVDA – Get Rating) last announced its earnings results on Wednesday, February 16th. The computer hardware maker reported $1.14 earnings per share for the quarter, topping the Zacks’ consensus estimate of $1.01 by $0.13. NVIDIA had a return on equity of 42.99% and a net margin of 36.24%. The company had revenue of $7.64 billion for the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $7.43 billion. During the same quarter last year, the company earned $0.64 earnings per share. The firm’s quarterly revenue was up 52.8% compared to the same quarter last year. As a group, sell-side analysts predict that NVIDIA Co. will post 4.68 EPS for the current fiscal year.
The firm also recently declared a quarterly dividend, which was paid on Thursday, March 24th. Shareholders of record on Thursday, March 3rd were issued a dividend of $0.04 per share. This represents a $0.16 dividend on an annualized basis and a dividend yield of 0.07%. The ex-dividend date of this dividend was Wednesday, March 2nd. NVIDIA’s payout ratio is 4.16%.
NVIDIA Profile (Get Rating)
NVIDIA Corporation operates as a visual computing company worldwide. It operates in two segments, Graphics and Compute & Networking. The Graphics segment offers GeForce GPUs for gaming and PCs, the GeForce NOW game streaming service and related infrastructure, and solutions for gaming platforms; Quadro/NVIDIA RTX GPUs for enterprise design; GRID software for cloud-based visual and virtual computing; and automotive platforms for infotainment systems.
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Mother's Day is coming up!
If you're stumped on what to get mom, we can relate all too well. Finding a gift that accurately conveys your love and appreciation for the most important woman in your life is no easy task. However, Lululemon has dozens of foolproof gifts that any mom would love to receive—from the yogi to the tennis star to the momma who can run circles around you.
From stylish shoes to help her run longer to tank tops that will keep her supported during her sweat session, we rounded up 13 gift ideas from Lululemon that will surely earn you the favorite child award this year.
Scroll below for our picks!
Align™ Tank Top
Designed for yoga and low impact activities, this tank top contours to your body to help you stay focused on your workout.
Align™ High-Rise Pant
There's a good chance that mom won't turn down a new pair of leggings, especially when they're buttery soft and colorful.
Wunder Train High-Rise Short
Available in three different lengths and sizes 0-20, these sculpting shorts are made of a sweat-wicking material that won't slow you down.
Pace Rival Mid-Rise Skirt
If your mom feels at home on the tennis court, she'll appreciate this mid-rise skirt that is equal parts stylish and functional.
Everywhere Belt Bag Extended Strap
Thanks to an extended strap, mom can style this convenient belt bag so many different ways. Whether she's chaperoning a day at the amusement park or going on a hike, she can carry all of her essentials on the go.
Swiftly Tech Short Sleeve Shirt 2.0
This short sleeve shirt comes in a bunch of fun colors and prints to match mom's personal aesthetic.
Align™ Bodysuit
Whether she loves her at-home HIIT workouts or enjoys getting some me time by going to pilates classes, this bodysuit belongs in her closet. It has a four-way stretch to allow for unrestricted movement no matter what is on her schedule.
Quick-Drying Short Sleeve Polo Shirt
For the golf and tennis-loving moms! She'll get so much wear out of this short sleeve polo shirt.
Groove Super-High-Rise Flared Pant Nulu
If your mom stays up to date on the latest trends, we have a feeling she'll be wearing these super high-rise flare pants on repeat.
Scuba Oversized Half-Zip Hoodie
Help mom stay cozy on her morning and evening walks! The half-zip hoodie comes in a bunch of spring-ready colors that will make you want one for yourself.
Blissfeel Women's Running Shoe
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MADISON, Wis. (AP) — During an offseason in which more than one out of every five Football Bowl Subdivision programs changed head coaches, the Big Ten was the lone conference that didn’t see a single move.
But that doesn’t mean the league stood pat.
While all 14 Big Ten members returned their head coaches from last season, nearly half changed offensive coordinators. That has meant extra work for players at those six schools as the Big Ten approaches the end of spring practices.
“It’s been a grind,” Nebraska tight end Travis Vokolek said.
Vokolek said the Cornhuskers spent much of spring practice going over routes and concepts they learned over the winter. Similar scenes played out at Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota and Wisconsin.
How those coordinator moves might impact the offensive schemes at those schools remains uncertain.
“I think you are always evolving,” Minnesota coach P.J. Fleck said. “You are always adapting and you are always tweaking to make things better. You are changing with the times as you continue to go forward.”
The most notable change took place at Michigan, where coach Jim Harbaugh returned for an eighth season after interviewing with the Minnesota Vikings about their open position on signing day with his staff wondering if he was going to stay or go. Offensive coordinator and play-caller Josh Gattis is gone and next season will run Mario Cristobal’s offense at Miami.
Gattis had won the Frank Broyles Award as college football’s top assistant coach last season while helping Michigan earn its first College Football Playoff berth.
“I didn’t see it coming,” Harbaugh acknowledged. “But now, we’re rolling.”
Harbaugh promoted from within. He made quarterbacks coach Matt Weiss a co-coordinator alongside Sherrone Moore, who also had the co-coordinator title last season.
While Gattis’ departure was voluntary, most of the other changes came because a head coach wanted a fresh start. Illinois, Indiana, Minnesota and Nebraska all fired their 2021 offensive coordinators.
Illinois selected former UTSA offensive coordinator Barry Lunney Jr. to replace Tony Petersen. Indiana picked former UMass head coach Walt Bell to take over for Nick Sheridan. Nebraska hired former Pitt offensive coordinator Mark Whipple after firing Matt Lubick. Minnesota saw the return of Kirk Ciarrocca to replace Mike Sanford Jr.
The other change came at Wisconsin, where Paul Chryst served as his own offensive coordinator last year but now has Baltimore Ravens assistant Bobby Engram filling that role.
Some of these new coordinators have familiarity with their new bosses.
Ciarrocca coordinated Minnesota’s offenses from 2017-19 before leaving for the same position at Penn State. He spent last season as an analyst at West Virginia.
“I love Kirk’s organizational skills,” Fleck said. “I love the relationship he has with the offensive players.”
Engram coached wide receivers on Chryst’s Pitt staff from 2012-13. Chryst and Engram have said Wisconsin’s play-calling will be a collaborative process.
“I’m going to call plays but how does that look in terms of collaborating?” Engram said. “I don’t really know yet. … Paul has a lot of wisdom, a lot of experience in calling plays. I’m going to lean on him. I’m going to talk ball with him. What that looks like in real time during a game, I’m not sure yet, but it’s going to be fun and it’s going to be challenging to figure it out.”
There’s plenty of uncertainty across the Big Ten over how the offenses will look with so many new coordinators. Teams are hesitant to go into specifics about any potential schematic changes.
Players have offered a few clues.
Vokolek noted that Nebraska’s players have been watching Pittsburgh film to see the success Whipple had there with an offense featuring quarterback Kenny Pickett, a potential first-round draft pick.
Nebraska quarterback and Texas transfer Casey Thompson said he chose the Cornhuskers in part because he was excited about working in an offense that combined the philosophies of Whipple and Nebraska head coach Scott Frost.
“Frost kind of recruited me (when he was) at UCF,” Thompson said. “I studied his whole offense when he was at Oregon. I knew what he was about. I started to study Whipple’s offense and watched Kenny Pickett. Then I turned on Nebraska in 2020 and ’21 and saw we had plenty of receivers here to be successful, and that’s what led to my decision.”
Wisconsin quarterback Graham Mertz says the Badgers might not depart much from their traditional run-oriented style but should have enough new elements that fans will notice the difference.
“It’s a couple of new wrinkles, but it’s Wisconsin football,” quarterback Graham Mertz said. “It’s our offense. We’re going to play the way we play, but definitely a couple of new wrinkles, new reads, new concepts.”
Mertz can’t wait to see how well the new offense works when the season arrives. That feeling is prevalent across Big Ten campuses this spring.
“It’s been good,” Mertz said. “It’s been fun.”
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AP College Football Writer Eric Olson and AP sports writers Dave Campbell and Larry Lage contributed to this report.
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JACKSON, Miss. (AP) — A Mississippi prison violated inmates' constitutional rights by failing to protect them from violence, failing to meet their mental health needs, failing to take adequate steps for suicide prevention and by relying too much on prolonged solitary confinement, the U.S. Justice Department said Wednesday.
The department released findings of its two-year investigation of the state's oldest prison, Mississippi State Penitentiary at Parchman. The probe started after an outburst of violence in late 2019 and early 2020.
“The problems at Parchman are severe, systemic, and exacerbated by serious deficiencies in staffing and supervision," the department said in its report.
It said the Mississippi Department of Corrections “has been on notice of these deficiencies for years and failed to take reasonable measures to address the violations, due in part to non-functional accountability or quality assurance measures."
“Years of MDOC’s deliberate indifference has resulted in serious harm and a substantial risk of serious harm to persons confined at Parchman," the department said.
Assistant Attorney General Kristen Clarke, head of the Justice Department's civil rights division, said 10 homicides and 12 suicides have occurred among inmates at Parchman since 2019.
The department said it found “gross understaffing" and “uncontrolled gang activity." It also found that insufficient security gave inmates “unfettered access to contraband."
Clarke said Mississippi officials cooperated with the investigation, and the Justice Department and the state will work on steps to resolve the problems.
“This marks the first time the Justice Department has concluded that a prison’s use of solitary confinement violates the constitutional rights of people without serious mental illness," Clarke said in a conference call announcing the findings.
The Justice Department has investigated prison conditions in recent years in other states, including Alabama, Texas, South Carolina and Georgia.
The department is continuing to investigate conditions at three other Mississippi prisons — South Mississippi Correctional Institution, Central Mississippi Correctional Facility and Wilkinson County Correctional Facility.
Violence has been a longstanding problem in Mississippi prisons, where many jobs for guards are unfilled. Officials with the state Department of Corrections said for years that it is difficult to find people to work as guards because of low pay, long hours and dangerous conditions. The pay has increased during the past two years.
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Shares of Open Text Corp.
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rose 2.13% to C$53.11 Tuesday, in what proved to be an all-around favorable trading session for the Canadian market, with the S&P/TSX Composite Index
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-0.22%
rising 0.64% to 22,018.82. The stock's rise snapped a two-day losing streak. Open Text Corp. closed C$16.68 short of its 52-week high (C$69.79), which the company reached on August 31st. Trading volume of 456,231 shares remained below its 50-day average volume of 653,787.
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WABAUNSEE COUNTY (KSNT) – A “domestic quarrel” turned violent Friday night in Wabaunsee County, according to the Wabaunsee County Sheriff’s Office.
Deputies responding April 15 to 15979 Cattleman Road in rural Wabaunsee County found a man shot inside his home by his wife, according to the sheriff’s office. Emergency crews took him to Stormont Vail in Topeka with a gunshot wound, but he is expected to survive.
Deputies arrested Renee Lynn Larson, 54, for aggravated battery. She was being held at the Wabaunsee County Jail as of Wednesday. | https://www.ksnt.com/news/local-news/kansas-husband-shot-during-domestic-quarrel/ | 2022-04-20T19:28:58Z | https://www.ksnt.com/news/local-news/kansas-husband-shot-during-domestic-quarrel/ | false | null |
Padres will become first MLB team to wear sponsored patch on jerseys in 2023 season
Sponsorship patches are coming to MLB. Next season, the San Diego Padres will be the first team to wear one after announcing Tuesday that they've entered a partnership with Motorola. MLB announced its patch program in March, but so far the Padres are the only team...
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Shares of VanEck Agribusiness ETF (NYSEARCA:MOO – Get Rating) reached a new 52-week high during mid-day trading on Wednesday . The company traded as high as $108.41 and last traded at $108.33, with a volume of 40607 shares trading hands. The stock had previously closed at $107.75.
The firm’s 50-day moving average price is $100.97.
Large investors have recently bought and sold shares of the stock. Money Design Co. Ltd. bought a new position in shares of VanEck Agribusiness ETF in the first quarter worth approximately $21,768,000. Jane Street Group LLC bought a new position in VanEck Agribusiness ETF during the third quarter valued at $13,197,000. MJP Associates Inc. ADV purchased a new stake in shares of VanEck Agribusiness ETF in the first quarter valued at $11,367,000. Peterson Wealth Services purchased a new stake in shares of VanEck Agribusiness ETF in the fourth quarter valued at $8,204,000. Finally, Truist Financial Corp raised its stake in shares of VanEck Agribusiness ETF by 130.9% in the third quarter. Truist Financial Corp now owns 114,317 shares of the company’s stock valued at $10,430,000 after acquiring an additional 64,809 shares during the period.
Market Vectors Agribusiness ETF (the Fund) replicates as closely as possible the price and yield performance of the DAXglobal Agribusiness Index (DXAG). DXAG, calculated by Deutsche Borse AG, is a modified market capitalization-weighted index consisting of publicly traded companies engaged in the agriculture business that are traded on global exchanges.
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Protesters Shut Down Main Oil Fields in Libya
Libya could be benefiting from sanctions on Russian exports. Instead, it is blundering.
Libya’s state-owned National Oil Corporation (NOC) declared force majeure Monday on its largest oil field, El Sharara, due to security concerns.
Over the last two days, NOC declared force majeure on other major oil fields as well, after protesters stormed the facilities and shut down production. On Wednesday, NOC also declared force majeure on the eastern oil port of Brega, “because it is impossible to implement its commitments toward the oil market” following a wave of crude production closure there, the company said.
Force majeure is a common clause in contracts that frees both parties from liability or obligation when an extraordinary event or circumstance beyond their control prevents one or both from fulfilling their obligations.
Libya had been producing 1.2 million barrels of crude oil per day, according to government statistics. El Sharara has a capacity of close to 300,000 barrels a day.
“A group of individuals put pressure on workers in El Sharara which forced them to gradually shut down production and made it impossible for NOC to implement its contractual obligations,” NOC said.
Rihannon Phillips, an intelligence analyst at the Sibylline risk consultancy firm who focuses on developments in the Middle East and North Africa, told The Media Line it is unclear who exactly was responsible for the shutdown of the oil fields.
However, she added, “oil and gas facilities are often targeted by militant groups and competing factions as they seek maximum disruption to strengthen their political leverage.”
Since the fall of dictator Moammar Gadhafi in 2011, Libya has been fragmented by civil war and political instability.
This has resulted in two competing governments, each supported by various factions: An internationally recognized in the country’s more populous west, and another in the oil and gas-rich east, both supported openly and privately by various players in the international arena.
In February, the eastern government named an interim prime minister, Fathi Bashagha, claiming that the mandate of Prime Minister Abdul Hamid Dbeibeh had expired. However, Dbeibeh rejected Bashagha’s appointment, saying he will only hand power after a national election.
Reda Daab, managing director for Libya and the Maghreb at Norwegian Oil and Energy Solutions, told The Media Line El Sharara was closed by supporters of Bashagha and of Khalifa Haftar, commander of the Libyan National Army that is loyal to that part of the Libyan House of Representatives that meets in the eastern city of Tobruk, because of the failure to hand over power to the new government.
Haitham Younes, a Libyan governance and public administration expert, told The Media Line this is not the first time that something like this has happened in the country.
“This became a standard technique to pressure authorities. It has been used by local communities, militias, and political groups, for different political agendas,” he said.
Phillips noted, “The closures are crucially occurring at a time when Libya should be benefitting and exploiting a growing international demand for crude oil considering the Ukraine conflict, with the country unable to benefit from this.”
Daab added that as long as there is political instability in Libya, the country will only be hurt by the economic consequences of the Russo-Ukrainian War.
“In light of the current Ukrainian crisis and its effect on commodities prices, this would worsen the economic situation in Libya. Libya could be a viable substitute source for Russian oil and gas supply to Europe, elevating Libya’s geopolitical status, but this requires sustainable political stability,” he said.
Daab described the cessation of oil exports as a “disaster in the true sense of the word.”
He believes that Libya’s western, Tripoli-based Government of National Unity has returned the country to a state of polarization and conflict.
Younes thinks this will mainly affect the country’s economic situation, putting more pressure on the already suffering population.
Phillips agrees. “It will inevitably damage the country’s economic output and prosperity, compounded by the fact that the country is still reeling from the fallouts associated with the COVID-19 pandemic,” she said.
She also discussed other implications of decreased oil production for Libya.
Phillips said that increased competition by factions for resources will deepen and entrench political divisions, exacerbating power struggles between the parallel institutions.
Furthermore, she continued, “fluctuations in oil production and the permanent closure of some facilities will have considerable knock-on effects on the country’s electricity production as well as wider power facilities in-country, as they mainly rely on domestic oil and gas output.”
Still, she is skeptical that all this will force Dbeibeh to resign. Furthermore, “his support from the UN-led representatives and several neighboring countries bolsters his self-proclaimed legitimacy,” Phillips said, adding that he met on Monday with President Abdelmadjid Tebboune in Algeria.
Nevertheless, Younes said it could “significantly affect his [Dbeibeh’s] ability to round up militias’ support, weakening his ability to cling to power.”
The ideal solution would be a political settlement reached by the competing governments, supported by the international community pressuring both parties to adhere to a peaceful political process, Younes said. | https://themedialine.org/by-region/protesters-shut-down-main-oil-fields-in-libya/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=protesters-shut-down-main-oil-fields-in-libya | 2022-04-20T19:29:43Z | https://themedialine.org/by-region/protesters-shut-down-main-oil-fields-in-libya/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=protesters-shut-down-main-oil-fields-in-libya | false | 1 |
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Jakub Vrana had two goals, including the tiebreaking score in the third period, to lead the Detroit Red Wings to a 4-3 win over the Tampa Bay Lightning on Tuesday night.
The Red Wings beat Lightning goaltender Andrei Vasilevskiy for the first time in 14 career games.
Lucas Raymond and Oskar Sundqvist also scored for Detroit, which improved to 1-1-2 against Tampa Bay this season. Thomas Greiss stopped 38 shots.
Lightning captain Steven Stamkos finished with three assists. He tied Marty St. Louis for the franchise record for career points at 953.
Ross Colton scored twice and Nikita Kucherov added his 19th of the season for Tampa Bay. Vasilevskiy finished with 28 saves, falling to 13-1 all-time against the Red Wings. Vasilevskiy has not won a game since April 1, a span of six starts.
Vrana scored the eventual winning goal on a breakaway, stripping Mikhail Sergachev of the puck at the Detroit blue line and skating in alone on Vasilevskiy at 5:09 of the third period.
After the Lightning dominated the opening period, outshooting Detroit 15-5, the Red Wings turned things around early in the second with the first seven shots of the period. But it was Tampa Bay that had the opening goal as Stamkos took a touch pass from Ondrej Palat and raced up the slot before sending a pass over to Colton, who netted a one-timer at 3:58 for his 18th of the season.
The Red Wings scored three goals in the span of 3:57 to seize the lead.
Detroit answered the Colton goal 22 seconds later on a backhand rebound from Sundqvist that led to a quick barrage of goals. Vrana beat Vasilevskiy from the right circle six seconds after a power play expired at 6:34, and Raymond stole the puck from the feet of Mikhail Sergachev and finished off a 2-on-1 with his 23rd of the season. He is tied for second-most among rookies.
Kucherov cut the deficit to 3-2 with a power-play goal at 9:47 for his 599th career point.
Colton tied the game 43 seconds into the third period, one-timing a pass from Stamkos, who registered his third assist for the franchise record-tying point.
CAPTAIN, OUT
Detroit captain Dylan Larkin will miss the remainder of the season after undergoing core muscle surgery on Monday. Larkin finishes the season with 31 goals, one short of his career high, and 69 points, four shy of a career best.
A LOT OF RUBBER
Lightning G Andrei Vasilevskiy recorded his 10,000th career save with his fourth stop of the game. Vasilevskiy is the first goaltender in franchise history to hit the milestone and the 28th active goalie in the league to reach 10,000 career saves.
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San Francisco Federal Reserve President Mary Daly acknowledged Wednesday that a near-certain series of interest rate hikes over the coming months could tip the economy into a shallow recession, though she noted that isn't her expectation.
Responding to the worst inflation the U.S. has seen in more than 40 years, the central bank official said she foresees "an expeditious march" through the year toward benchmark interest rates that would neither stimulate nor repress growth — the "neutral" rate, in Fed parlance.
"Accounting for the risks of being too fast or too slow, I see an expeditious march to neutral by the end of the year as a prudent path," she said.
The moves, Daly said, would help slow down an overheated economy that now has consumer price inflation running at an 8.5% annual pace.
She cited research from Princeton economist and former Fed vice chair Alan Blinder, who asserted that in 11 previous Fed hiking cycles, seven "were followed by a mild recession or none at all — basically a smooth landing," she said in remarks at the University of Nevada Las Vegas. "Now, since I'm in Las Vegas, I will offer that I think those are pretty good odds."
Asked later whether she considered a mild recession to be the equivalent of a soft landing or acceptable outcome, Daly said her outlook is for the economy to slow to "something that looks like below-trend growth, but not tip into negative territory, but could potentially tick into negative territory."
That likely would mean a shallow recession, unlike those associated with, for instance, the financial crisis of 2008 or the stagflation days of the late 1970s and early '80s, when then-Chairman Paul Volcker jacked up rates so much that the economy fell into a double-dip recession.
Some Wall Street economists see recession risks rising. Deutsche Bank recently said it sees a near-certainty of negative growth, while Goldman Sachs indicated about a 35% chance over the next two years.
"Recession is one word, but it describes a whole range of outcomes," Daly said in response to a CNBC question. "It can be a couple of quarters of a tiny bit below zero. That's a very different beast than something like the financial crisis or the Volcker disinflation period."
"That's not something that I'm forecasting or something I think would derail the long-run expansion," she added.
Markets currently expect the Fed to enact a series of aggressive interest rate hikes between now and the end of the year. Following a 25 basis point, or quarter percentage point, increase in March, the expectation is a series of 50 basis point moves then a slowdown that will take the benchmark fed funds rate to about 2.5% by the end of the year, according to CME Group data.
Earlier in the day, Chicago Fed President Charles Evans said "I'm open to doing 50 basis point increases in order to front-load this a little bit." St. Louis Fed President James Bullard on Monday said he'd like to move even faster and thinks a 75 basis point move next month would be appropriate, though traders are pricing in no chance of that happening.
For her part, Daly said she doesn't want the Fed to slam on the brakes too quickly as that could endanger the pandemic-era recovery, which has been strong outside of the historic inflation move.
"If we ease on the brakes by methodically removing accommodation and regularly assessing how much more is needed, we have a good chance of transitioning smoothly and gliding the economy to its long-run sustainable path," she said. | https://www.cnbc.com/2022/04/20/feds-daly-says-the-economy-can-handle-rate-hikes-but-a-mild-recession-is-possible.html | 2022-04-20T19:33:34Z | https://www.cnbc.com/2022/04/20/feds-daly-says-the-economy-can-handle-rate-hikes-but-a-mild-recession-is-possible.html | true | 2 |
By MORGAN LEE
SANTA FE, N.M. (AP) — New Mexico workplace safety regulators on Wednesday issued the maximum possible fine of nearly $137,000 against a film production company for firearms safety failures on the set of “Rust” where a cinematographer was fatally shot in October by actor and producer Alec Baldwin.
New Mexico’s Occupational Health and Safety Bureau said Rust Movie Productions must pay $136,793, and distributed a scathing narrative of safety failures in violation of standard industry protocols, including testimony that production managers took limited or no action to address two misfires on set prior to the fatal shooting. The bureau also documented gun safety complaints from crew members that went unheeded and said weapons specialists were not allowed to make decisions about additional safety training.
“What we had, based on our investigators’ findings, was a set of obvious hazards to employees regarding the use of firearms and management’s failure to act upon those obvious hazards,” Bob Genoway, bureau chief for occupational safety, told The Associated Press.
At a ranch on the outskirts of Santa Fe on Oct. 21, 2021, Baldwin was pointing a gun at cinematographer Halyna Hutchins inside a small church during setup for the filming of a scene when it went off, killing Hutchins and wounding the director, Joel Souza.
Baldwin said in a December interview with ABC News that he was pointing the gun at Hutchins at her instruction on the New Mexico set of the Western film when it went off without his pulling the trigger.
The new occupational safety report confirms that a large-caliber revolver was handed to Baldwin by an assistant director, David Halls, without consulting with on-set weapons specialists during or after the gun was loaded. Regulators note that Halls also served as safety coordinator and that he was present and witnessed two accidental discharges of rifles on set, and that he and other managers who knew of the misfires took no investigative, corrective or disciplinary action. Crew members expressed surprise and discomfort.
“The Safety Coordinator was present on set and took no direct action to address safety concerns,” the report states. “Management was provided with multiple opportunities to take corrective actions and chose not to do so. As a result of these failures, Director Joel Souza and cinematographer Halyna Hutchins were severely injured. Halyna Hutchins succumbed to her injuries.”
Rust Movie Productions said through a spokesperson that it would dispute the findings and sanction.
“While we appreciate OSHA’s time and effort in its investigation, we disagree with its findings and plan to appeal,” said Stefan Friedman. Any appeal would be heard initially by the state’s occupational health and safety commission.
An attorney for Baldwin was not immediately available.
The state fine applies to a film with a budget of about $7 million. Baldwin was assigned a salary of $250,000 as an actor and producer and may have put some of that money back into the production.
At least five lawsuits have been filed over the shooting, including a wrongful death suit brought by Hutchins’ family against Baldwin and the movie’s other producers. The lawsuit on behalf of widower Matt Hutchins and his 9-year-old son alleges a “callous” disregard in the face of safety complaints on the set.
James Kenney, secretary of the Environment Department that oversees occupational safety, said the agency dedicated 1,500 staff hours to its investigation, examined hundreds of documents and conducted at least a dozen interviews with cast and crew members.
Investigators found production managers placed tight limits on resources for a small team that controlled weapons on set and failed to address concerns about a shotgun left unattended twice.
Armorer Hannah Gutierrez Reed, the daughter of a sharpshooter and consultant to film productions, was limited to eight paid days as an armorer to oversee weapons and training, and was assigned otherwise to lighter duties as a props assistant. As her time as an armorer ran out, Gutierrez Reed warned a manager and was rebuffed.
Gutierrez Reed is both a plaintiff and a defendant in lawsuits seeking damages in the fatal shooting. In a statement Wednesday, her attorney highlighted findings that the armorer “was not provided adequate time or resources to conduct her job effectively.”
Safety investigators also note that the production company did not develop a process to ensure live rounds of ammunition were not brought on set, in violation of industry safety protocols. Safety meetings were conducted, but not every day weapons were used, as required.
Kenney said the separate investigations into possible criminal charges are still underway. The Santa Fe County sheriff and local prosecutors had no immediate comment.
Kenney said his agency received no direct safety complaints from cast or crew prior to the fatal shooting, even though anonymity is offered.
“This tragedy, this loss of life, it could have been prevented, and we want people to say something,” he said.
Kenney was appointed in 2019 by Democratic Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham, a staunch advocate for the film industry who increased a state cap in industry incentives shortly after taking office.
New Mexico competes with non-Hollywood production sites in states such as Georgia, Louisiana and New York. Film productions have flocked to New Mexico in recent years to seize on its diverse outdoor scenery, moderate costs and generous state incentives, including a rebate of between 25% and 35% of in-state spending for video production that helps filmmakers large and small underwrite their work.
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COLUMBIA COUNTY, Georgia (WJBF) – There will be a temporary road closure on Inverness Way in Columbia County.
According to the Columbia County Water Utility, the road closure will be from the intersection of West Lake Drive to High Hampton Drive in order to replace storm water utilities.
Officials say that the road closure will be from Monday, April 25th to Wednesday, May 25th.
Officials want to inform the driving public that through traffic will not be allowed on this section of Inverness Way, and a detour route will be will be posted. | https://www.wjbf.com/csra-traffic/temporary-road-closure-on-inverness-way-in-columbia-county/ | 2022-04-20T19:38:21Z | https://www.wjbf.com/csra-traffic/temporary-road-closure-on-inverness-way-in-columbia-county/ | true | null |
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ROGERSVILLE — There are three candidates running for the District 4 seat on the Hawkins County Board of Education in the May primary election.
All of the candidates were asked the same five questions. Their unedited responses appear below.
Monique Whorton
Why did you decide to run for Hawkins County School Board?
I want to be more involved in my community, and given much of my life experience is in education, School Board seemed the best place to begin.
Please list your educational and professional job background and describe what past experience, either employment, educational or life experience, will make you a better school board member.
Master of Science in Instructional Technology, Georgia State University, Atlanta, Georgia, Bachelor of Arts in Speech, Georgia State University, Atlanta, Georgia, Tennessee Professional-6-year Teaching License — History 6-12, Speech Communications 6-12, English 6-12, Gifted Education PK-12, Georgia SRT– English 6-12, History 6-12, Gifted P-12 Consultative, Gifted Language Arts and Social Science Concentration, Speech 6-12, passed GACE in Educational Leadership, Literacy Coach/Consultant (8 years), Instructor at Georgia State University (0.5 year) and Dekalb County School District (14 years-overlapped with teaching), Teacher in Georgia (27 years). I am a strong candidate with a lifelong commitment to building strong relationships within individual schools, districts, and states. This makes me a highly qualified candidate, and I would be honored to serve my community.
What would you like to accomplish as a member of the Hawkins County Board of Education, and what are your top goals?
First, I’d like to see improved relationships with the disenfranchised parts of the county. I live on Beech Creek, and the closing of Kepler had a major impact on the community. This made me realize that the less populated areas of Hawkins County have a very limited voice in the decision- making process.
As an educator, I believe an increased focus on disciplinary literacy, which involves the development of literacy across all areas, including CTE, is critical to the success of each student. I’d bring my strong background in this area to the district.
Is there anything you’d like to see the Hawkins County Schools/ the Board of Education do differently?
Hawkins County School District and the Board of Education have begun to increase their focus on CTE. It is essential that we continue this focus, accept that it will involve change and upfront costs, and grow support within the community to improve employment options for our young people.
Tell Hawkins County voters why you should represent them on the Hawkins County Board of Education.
I believe in our students and our teachers. I have spent 30+ years in education, 27 of them as a classroom teacher. I know what it takes to build strong schools. I would dedicate my time and energy to serving those in the classroom since that is the first and most important place in any school system.
Hannah Speaks Winegar
Why did you decide to run for Hawkins County School Board?
My reason for running for this position is that I want someone with my family’s best interests at heart to hold this title. I had no desire to run for another political office until our current School Board representative approached me at a county meeting in late January. He spent most of the conversation telling me how disappointed he was in our school system and admitted that he didn’t allow his own granddaughter to attend our schools. I realized that someone with that attitude did not have my children’s interests in mind. I believe we have incredible schools and excellent teachers, and our School Board members should defend and uphold our school system.
Please list your educational and professional job background and describe what past experience, either employment, educational or life experience, will make you a better school board member.
I have a Bachelor’s Degree in Finance from the University of Tennessee. I have worked as an Accountant for the past 15 years and am finishing up my term as 4th district County Commissioner. I am the President of Hawkins County Memorial Gardens.
What would you like to accomplish as a member of the Hawkins County Board of Education, and what are your top goals?
My desire, if elected to this position, is to continue to work to see teachers get a wage that is sufficient. Many of our teachers take on second and third jobs because their salaries are so little. We need to work to ensure that these professionals are paid fairly and that they do not continuously leave Hawkins County for higher-paying jobs close by. I am also a strong supporter of CTE programs. I want to work to ensure that our CTE classes have the supplies they need to prepare students for careers after high school.
Is there anything you’d like to see the Hawkins County Schools/ the Board of Education do differently?
Candidate declined to answer this question.
Tell Hawkins County voters why you should represent them on the Hawkins County Board of Education.
First and foremost, I am a mother with two kids in the school system who are in kindergarten and 1st grade, and I’m involved in their school lives. I see how well the schools are doing or where they could see improvement. I’m also the wife of a teacher that teaches in our school system, so I understand his struggles, and I think having both of those will make me an asset to the school board.
Tecky Hicks
This candidate failed to respond to the Times News candidate questionnaire before the publication deadline. | https://www.timesnews.net/news/local-news/meet-the-candidates-for-hawkins-boe-district-4/article_8f9edbf4-b111-11ec-b007-573128bf128a.html | 2022-04-20T19:41:35Z | https://www.timesnews.net/news/local-news/meet-the-candidates-for-hawkins-boe-district-4/article_8f9edbf4-b111-11ec-b007-573128bf128a.html | true | 2 |
So you know how literally everyone and their mother has been speculating that Taylor Swift and her longtime actor boyfriend Joe Alwyn are engaged? Get this: Joe took the liberty to finally address all of those rumors in an interview with WSJ. Magazine and he...kept things kinda coy, which isn't surprising!
"If I had a pound for every time I think I've been told I've been engaged, then I'd have a lot of pound coins," said Joe. "I mean, the truth is, if the answer was yes, I wouldn't say, and if the answer was no, I wouldn't say."
The non-answer answer is a wee bit disappointing for Joe and Taylor's fans hoping for a happily ever after that involves a wedding, but TBH, it's zero percent surprising. I mean, WSJ even titled its story on him "Joe Alwyn Is Hollywood’s Most Private Leading Man." The accuracy!
Joe and Taylor have been incredibly private about their relationship, and fans really can't be too salty about them wanting to keep their romance under wraps. In the same interview, Joe said he feels like "we live in a culture that people expect so much to be given" and keeping his private matters close to home is his "knee-jerk response" to that. "If you give it to them, it just opens the door," he said.
Taylor and Joe have been together since 2016, and even though T. Swift has historically been suuuper open about all the boys she's ever loved (will I ever get over that random Tom Hiddleston era???), she changed things up with Joe. Plus or minus a few lil mentions in songs and wearing a "J" necklace, Taylor has also been mostly mum about their 'ship these last six years.
Recently though, the couple made a rare public appearance during the 2022 Oscars for an awards show pre-party. They didn't take any pics, but a source told E! News that "Taylor was introducing Joe to many people around her" and "she looked smitten and proud to be there with him."
Awww. We're happy so long as they're happy! | https://www.cosmopolitan.com/entertainment/celebs/a39775405/are-joe-alwyn-taylor-swift-engaged/ | 2022-04-20T19:41:43Z | https://www.cosmopolitan.com/entertainment/celebs/a39775405/are-joe-alwyn-taylor-swift-engaged/ | false | 1 |
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina’s highest court on Wednesday issued a temporary stay blocking the state from carrying out what was set to be its first-ever firing squad execution.
The order by the state Supreme Court puts on hold at least temporarily the planned April 29 execution of Richard Bernard Moore, who drew the death sentence for the 1999 killing of convenience store clerk James Mahoney in Spartanburg.
The court said in issuing the temporary stay that it would release a more detailed order later.
Attorneys for the 57-year-old inmate had sought a stay, citing pending litigation in another court challenging the constitutionality of South Carolina’s execution methods, which also include the electric chair. Moore’s lawyers also wanted time to ask the U.S. Supreme Court to review whether Moore’s sentence was proportionate to his crime.
It has been more than a decade since the last firing squad execution in the U.S. The state of Utah carried out all three such executions in the nation since 1976, according to the Washington-based nonprofit Death Penalty Information Center. The most recent was in 2010, when Ronnie Lee Gardner faced a five-person squad.
The South Carolina Supreme Court on Wednesday also set a May 13 execution date for Brad Sigmon, 64, who was convicted in 2002 of the double murder of his ex-girlfriend’s parents in Greenville County.
A state judge agreed last week to examine a legal challenge brought by Moore, Sigmon and two other death row inmates who have mostly exhausted their appeals. Their lawyers argue that both electrocution and the firing squad are “barbaric” methods of killing. The prisoners’ attorneys also want the judge to closely examine prisons officials’ claims that they can’t get hold of lethal injection drugs, citing executions by that method carried out by other states and the federal government in recent years.
South Carolina’s last execution was in 2011. State officials have attributed the decadelong hiatus to an inability to secure lethal injection drugs after the state’s last batch expired in 2013. Efforts to contact manufacturers and compounding pharmacies have proved unfruitful, Corrections Department officials have repeatedly said.
A 2021 law intended to solve that problem made the electric chair the default execution method instead of lethal injection, and also codified the firing squad as an alternative option for condemned inmates.
Moore’s execution date was set after corrections officials disclosed last month that they had completed renovations on the state’s death chamber in Columbia to accommodate the firing squad and also developed new execution protocols.
Though Moore elected execution by firing squad earlier this month, he maintained in a written statement that he was forced to make a decision by a deadline set by state law and still found both options unconstitutional.
Moore is also separately asking a federal judge to consider whether the firing squad and the electric chair are cruel and unusual.
South Carolina is one of eight states that still use the electric chair and one of four — including Mississippi, Oklahoma and Utah — to allow a firing squad, per the Death Penalty Information Center.
Moore has spent more than two decades on death row after he was convicted in 2001 in the fatal shooting of convenience store clerk James Mahoney. Prosecutors said at his trial that he entered Nikki’s Speedy Mart in Spartanburg looking for money to support his cocaine habit. He then got into a dispute with Mahoney, who drew a pistol that Moore wrestled away from him. Mahoney pulled a second gun, and a gunfight ensued, with Mahoney shooting Moore in the arm and Moore shooting Mahoney in the chest.
Moore’s lawyers have said Moore couldn’t have intended to kill someone when he entered the store because he didn’t bring a gun with him. | https://www.thetelegraph.com/news/article/Court-halts-South-Carolina-plan-for-firing-squad-17105156.php | 2022-04-20T19:45:00Z | https://www.thetelegraph.com/news/article/Court-halts-South-Carolina-plan-for-firing-squad-17105156.php | false | 57 |
Woman arrested after fentanyl, meth found during search
The Kern County Sheriff's Office said a woman was arrested Friday after deputies found about 30,000 counterfeit "M-30" pills laced with fentanyl and about 33 pounds of methamphetamine during search after a traffic stop. KCSO said the woman was traveling with her three children.
KCSO said the woman's SUV was stopped after a traffic violation on northbound I-5 near Hwy. 46.
A K-9 deputy alerted deputies to the presence of drugs, said KCSO. During a search of the SUV's rear compartment, deputies found about 30,000 counterfeit "M-30" pills laced with fentanyl and about 33 pounds of methamphetamine.
Maria Razon-Gonzalez, 37, of Gustine, was arrested on suspicion of numerous narcotics, including possession and transportation of a controlled substance for the purpose of sales, and child endangerment related charges. Razon-Gonzalez's children were placed into protective custody of the Child Protective Services. | https://www.newsbreak.com/news/2577192083124/woman-arrested-after-fentanyl-meth-found-during-search | 2022-04-20T19:48:06Z | https://www.newsbreak.com/news/2577192083124/woman-arrested-after-fentanyl-meth-found-during-search | false | null |
The race is on for Picnics
Marquee sites for the 2022 Boorowa Picnic Races have been in such demand that there are no longer any available for this year's meeting which will be held on Saturday, April 30.
General admission tickets are still available with race day organisers looking forward to a day free of COVID restrictions featuring a six race program and fashions on the field.
A public bar will be operating as well as an onsite barbecue.
Children under 16 receive free entry to the course while adult tickets are $30 each. Members tickets are $90 which entitles the member to four tickets.
"We are planning the race meeting as if there will be limited restrictions, however we will be able to quickly implement protocols should the restrictions change before April 30," newly elected club president, Chris Braid said.
"Thoroughbred racing or a day at the picnics is at the heart and soul of many locals in Boorowa - young and old so we want to do everything we can to ensure the event can go ahead this year.
"Cancelling the event is not something we want to do."
Thoroughbred racing or a day at the picnics is at the heart and soul of many locals in Boorowa - young and old
Boorowa Picnic Race club president, Chris Braid
Outgoing president, Tom Kelly said, "During my 8 years as President, we have dealt with too much rain, not enough rain and of course COVD-19 but when the races did go ahead, it's a great day for the community and an even better day for local businesses."
While most the picnic race circuit had to be abandoned last year the Boorowa club was one of lucky ones able to race.
"Last year, we were fortunate to deliver a successful race meeting with good crowd numbers - we hope the same racegoers will join us again this year," Mr Kelly said."
"I am handing over the reins to a new president and committee who already have some big ideas for our members, sponsors and racegoers," he said.
Alongside Mr Braid this year on the Boorowa Picnic Race committee are vice presidents Tom Kelly and Henry Gay, Prue McGrath who was re-elected as treasurer, Richie Fleming who was elected as External Relations and Elizabeth Daly re-elected as secretary.
The committee includes Evie Duggan, James Coles, Andrew Kelly, Patrick Kelly, Brad Smith, Chris Coble, Nic Gay, Lachlan McGuiness, Murray Dymock, Polly Picker and Tom McGuiness. | https://www.boorowanewsonline.com.au/story/7698222/the-race-is-on-for-picnics/ | 2022-04-20T19:51:13Z | https://www.boorowanewsonline.com.au/story/7698222/the-race-is-on-for-picnics/ | true | 2 |
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The kids in the second row had plenty of room to stretch and set up whatever gear they wanted. I am six foot three, and I had plenty of room in the middle row. So much, that I could recline without interfering with the 3rd-row passengers.
The center console has climate control and plenty of charging stations for the abundance of electronics our family produces. I wouldn’t worry about screen space as it has the equivalent of a 75-inch tv throughout the car. The base model is about $70,000, ours today was closer to $101,000. | https://www.ktsm.com/automotive/sponsored-2022-jeep-grand-wagoneer-americas-new-road-trip-vehicle-2/ | 2022-04-20T19:51:17Z | https://www.ktsm.com/automotive/sponsored-2022-jeep-grand-wagoneer-americas-new-road-trip-vehicle-2/ | false | 35 |
COLUMBIA — The Columbia Police Department will have extra officers patrolling the city for people driving while impaired from Wednesday through Saturday.
Wednesday is 4/20, which is widely recognized as a day celebrating marijuana. In response, CPD will increase DWI patrols across the city, according to a Facebook post from the department. All officers will be in marked police cars.
"In Missouri, a DWI is a DWI," the post reads. Drivers can be arrested for driving or operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of marijuana, alcohol or any drug.
The increased enforcement will be active through Saturday. | https://www.komu.com/news/midmissourinews/columbia-police-to-increase-dwi-patrols-throughout-the-weekend/article_f2252d20-c0c8-11ec-86a9-8fce0ed6684d.html | 2022-04-20T19:53:36Z | https://www.komu.com/news/midmissourinews/columbia-police-to-increase-dwi-patrols-throughout-the-weekend/article_f2252d20-c0c8-11ec-86a9-8fce0ed6684d.html | false | null |
Don Valley MP Nick Fletcher – a leading backer of International Men’s Day – said it was time for a dedicated minister looking out for the particular health issues faced by men.
“Men are dying so much younger than they should,” said Mr Fletcher at Prime Minister’s Questions on Wednesday.
“So will the PM meet with me to discuss the merits of having a minister for men, and the benefits of a men’s health strategy?”
The PM did not take up the call for a mens’ minister, but replied: “We are determined to tackle all the health conditions he describes and cares about – particularly mental health and suicide prevention.”
Mr Fletcher was previously mocked for his complaints about women taking on traditionally male TV and film roles – saying it left young men vulnerable to “committing crime”.
He claimed the lack of male role models – citing actresses taking the lead in Doctor Who and the all-female Ghostbusters reboot – had left young men idolising violent anti-heroes.
“In recent years we’ve seen Doctor Who, Ghostbusters, Luke Skywalker … all replaced by women,” he said during the International Men’s Day debate.
Mr Fletcher added: “Men are left with the Krays and Tommy Shelby. Is it any wonder we are seeing so many young men committing crime?”
The Tory backbencher also told parliament that he wanted “men to have their own identity and masculinity to be celebrated at times – rather than vilified”.
Last week, Mr Fletcher, who became Doncaster’s first Conservative MP in decades when he seized the seat from Labour’s Caroline Flint, came under fire when he announced a campaign to demolish a graffiti-covered shed at the town’s railway station.
Furious constituents accused Mr Fletcher of failing to focus on the real issues facing the town with one telling him: “Are you taking the p***? The town centre’s in free fall and you’re on about a shed. You’re a joke.” | https://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/news/politics/doncaster-tory-mp-asks-boris-johnson-to-create-minister-for-men-3661814 | 2022-04-20T19:57:05Z | https://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/news/politics/doncaster-tory-mp-asks-boris-johnson-to-create-minister-for-men-3661814 | true | 2 |
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