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Honolulu Volkswagen
Customer Reviews of Honolulu Volkswagen
Great customer service!
by 01/05/2022
onKyle is awesome! Even though I was away from home, he carefully explained everything I needed to know over the text. He gave me a really great deal on the upgrade for my lease. Literally saved more than a grand. All the staffs were nice too. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone
- Recommend this dealer? Yes
- Purchased a vehicle from this dealer? Yes
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Excellent if you’re a VW owner.
by 05/05/2022
onKathleen was extremely helpful.
- Recommend this dealer? Yes
- Were you satisfied with the quality of work performed on your vehicle? Yes
- Did the dealership complete the work within the timeframe promised? Yes
- Did the dealership provide you with an accurate quote of the work to be performed? Yes
- Do you feel the price paid for service(s) was fair and appropriate? Yes
- Did the dealer honor all commitments made? Yes
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Volkswagen Golf 2017 oil service at Honolulu Volkswagen on May 2, 2022 in H
by 05/04/2022
onService advisor was a 10+. Courteous, explained everything, kept me informed, car was ready when she said it would be.
- Recommend this dealer? Yes
- Were you satisfied with the quality of work performed on your vehicle? Yes
- Did the dealership complete the work within the timeframe promised? Yes
- Did the dealership provide you with an accurate quote of the work to be performed? Yes
- Do you feel the price paid for service(s) was fair and appropriate? Yes
- Did the dealer honor all commitments made? Yes
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Great customer service experience
by 05/02/2022
onVery accommodating and professional customer service staff.
- Recommend this dealer? Yes
- Were you satisfied with the quality of work performed on your vehicle? Yes
- Did the dealership complete the work within the timeframe promised? Yes
- Did the dealership provide you with an accurate quote of the work to be performed? Yes
- Do you feel the price paid for service(s) was fair and appropriate? Yes
- Did the dealer honor all commitments made? Yes
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Karl's VW service
by 05/01/2022
onfriendly, competent and efficient service by Kathleen and her team- shuttle service was great
- Recommend this dealer? Yes
- Were you satisfied with the quality of work performed on your vehicle? Yes
- Did the dealership complete the work within the timeframe promised? Yes
- Did the dealership provide you with an accurate quote of the work to be performed? Yes
- Do you feel the price paid for service(s) was fair and appropriate? Yes
- Did the dealer honor all commitments made? Yes
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Great service for a neighbor island resident
by 05/01/2022
onMichael, the service manager, went out of his way to assure that I could ship my VW over for recall work. They picked up and dropped off my vehicle at the wharf so I did not need to fly over. He communicated at each step.
- Recommend this dealer? Yes
- Were you satisfied with the quality of work performed on your vehicle? Yes
- Did the dealership complete the work within the timeframe promised? Yes
- Did the dealership provide you with an accurate quote of the work to be performed? Yes
- Do you feel the price paid for service(s) was fair and appropriate? Yes
- Did the dealer honor all commitments made? Yes
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Awesome experience
by 04/27/2022
onKathy( the lady to support me) The man who picked me up at Ward The quality for the hand wax and cleansing inside, Everything was so awesome. Thank you so much, Mizuho
- Recommend this dealer? Yes
- Were you satisfied with the quality of work performed on your vehicle? Yes
- Did the dealership complete the work within the timeframe promised? Yes
- Did the dealership provide you with an accurate quote of the work to be performed? Yes
- Do you feel the price paid for service(s) was fair and appropriate? Yes
- Did the dealer honor all commitments made? Yes
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Business as usual
by 04/24/2022
onFriendly and professional service. Staff is customer focused and very knowledgeable. The coffee machine here is a great touch.
- Recommend this dealer? Yes
- Were you satisfied with the quality of work performed on your vehicle? Yes
- Did the dealership complete the work within the timeframe promised? Yes
- Did the dealership provide you with an accurate quote of the work to be performed? Yes
- Do you feel the price paid for service(s) was fair and appropriate? Yes
- Did the dealer honor all commitments made? Yes
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Great service experience.
by 04/11/2022
onIt was easy to schedule the appointment and having a shuttle service to/from my work location to handle dropping the car off saved me both time and money.
- Recommend this dealer? Yes
- Were you satisfied with the quality of work performed on your vehicle? Yes
- Did the dealership complete the work within the timeframe promised? Yes
- Did the dealership provide you with an accurate quote of the work to be performed? Yes
- Do you feel the price paid for service(s) was fair and appropriate? Yes
- Did the dealer honor all commitments made? Yes
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Excellent service
by 04/03/2022
onJessica is outstanding! Excellent service!
- Recommend this dealer? Yes
- Were you satisfied with the quality of work performed on your vehicle? Yes
- Did the dealership complete the work within the timeframe promised? Yes
- Did the dealership provide you with an accurate quote of the work to be performed? Yes
- Do you feel the price paid for service(s) was fair and appropriate? Yes
- Did the dealer honor all commitments made? Yes
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Service dept. is outstanding.
by 03/31/2022
onThe people, especially Jessica are detailed and exacting in investigating each and every one of customer's needs. They do their utmost to finish the job at hand. The customer service here is 2nd to none.
- Recommend this dealer? Yes
- Were you satisfied with the quality of work performed on your vehicle? Yes
- Did the dealership complete the work within the timeframe promised? Yes
- Did the dealership provide you with an accurate quote of the work to be performed? Yes
- Do you feel the price paid for service(s) was fair and appropriate? Yes
- Did the dealer honor all commitments made? Yes
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Thank you Honolulu Volkswagen!
by 03/30/2022
onRaymond was attentive and got my service done quickly.
- Recommend this dealer? Yes
- Were you satisfied with the quality of work performed on your vehicle? Yes
- Did the dealership complete the work within the timeframe promised? Yes
- Did the dealership provide you with an accurate quote of the work to be performed? Yes
- Do you feel the price paid for service(s) was fair and appropriate? Yes
- Did the dealer honor all commitments made? Yes
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Great customer service on a tail light fix.
by 03/27/2022
onMy service rep, Katie Edwards, was wonderful and talked me through each step, set appropriate expectations and delivered on those.
- Recommend this dealer? Yes
- Were you satisfied with the quality of work performed on your vehicle? Yes
- Did the dealership complete the work within the timeframe promised? Yes
- Did the dealership provide you with an accurate quote of the work to be performed? Yes
- Do you feel the price paid for service(s) was fair and appropriate? Yes
- Did the dealer honor all commitments made? Yes
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Great friendly and efficient service
by 03/16/2022
onThe customer support person who scheduled my appointment over the phone was pleasant and efficient. Jessica Balles was friendly, efficient and communicated details well and in a timely manner. She did not make me feel rushed.
- Recommend this dealer? Yes
- Were you satisfied with the quality of work performed on your vehicle? Yes
- Did the dealership complete the work within the timeframe promised? Yes
- Did the dealership provide you with an accurate quote of the work to be performed? Yes
- Do you feel the price paid for service(s) was fair and appropriate? Yes
- Did the dealer honor all commitments made? Yes
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Comment
by 03/12/2022
onBrandon was very helpful
- Recommend this dealer? Yes
- Were you satisfied with the quality of work performed on your vehicle? Yes
- Did the dealership complete the work within the timeframe promised? Yes
- Did the dealership provide you with an accurate quote of the work to be performed? Yes
- Do you feel the price paid for service(s) was fair and appropriate? Yes
- Did the dealer honor all commitments made? Not Applicable
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great experience
by 03/12/2022
onThe staff made me very comfortable and very efficient
- Recommend this dealer? Yes
- Were you satisfied with the quality of work performed on your vehicle? Yes
- Did the dealership complete the work within the timeframe promised? Yes
- Did the dealership provide you with an accurate quote of the work to be performed? Yes
- Do you feel the price paid for service(s) was fair and appropriate? Yes
- Did the dealer honor all commitments made? Yes
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Helpful Agent
by 03/10/2022
onThe agent was very helpful, her suggestions were right on. She was pleasant and informative.
- Recommend this dealer? Yes
- Were you satisfied with the quality of work performed on your vehicle? Yes
- Did the dealership complete the work within the timeframe promised? Yes
- Did the dealership provide you with an accurate quote of the work to be performed? Yes
- Do you feel the price paid for service(s) was fair and appropriate? Yes
- Did the dealer honor all commitments made? Yes
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Friendly, Fast and Great Service
by 03/04/2022
onThe staff is super friendly and my service advisor quickly handled my service request and was quick to order everything to get me out the door fast. Thank you!
- Recommend this dealer? Yes
- Were you satisfied with the quality of work performed on your vehicle? Yes
- Did the dealership complete the work within the timeframe promised? Yes
- Did the dealership provide you with an accurate quote of the work to be performed? Yes
- Do you feel the price paid for service(s) was fair and appropriate? Yes
- Did the dealer honor all commitments made? Yes
1 Comments
Mahalo
by 02/28/2022
onGood and Fast
- Recommend this dealer? Yes
- Were you satisfied with the quality of work performed on your vehicle? Yes
- Did the dealership complete the work within the timeframe promised? Yes
- Did the dealership provide you with an accurate quote of the work to be performed? Yes
- Do you feel the price paid for service(s) was fair and appropriate? Yes
- Did the dealer honor all commitments made? Yes
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Best!
by 02/24/2022
onVery friendly staff and accommodating.
- Recommend this dealer? Yes
- Were you satisfied with the quality of work performed on your vehicle? Yes
- Did the dealership complete the work within the timeframe promised? Yes
- Did the dealership provide you with an accurate quote of the work to be performed? Yes
- Do you feel the price paid for service(s) was fair and appropriate? Yes
- Did the dealer honor all commitments made? Yes
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Fantastic Service Experience
by 02/20/2022
onMy car has had the same issue for a while, it’s been in on 3 different occasions. While it has not yet been fixed, this is more of a manufacturing issue, not a dealership issue. The dealership has gone above and beyond to repair anything and has helped get lots of other issues fixed fast, the issue is that the car’s current start issues happens intermittently and it is not duplicating while in for service. Dealership though has helped with a rental while in which was a life saver. The people of HVW Are great people, very helpful, good at communicating what is happening. I appreciate all that they have done to help.
- Recommend this dealer? Yes
- Were you satisfied with the quality of work performed on your vehicle? Yes
- Did the dealership complete the work within the timeframe promised? Yes
- Did the dealership provide you with an accurate quote of the work to be performed? Yes
- Do you feel the price paid for service(s) was fair and appropriate? Yes
- Did the dealer honor all commitments made? Yes
1 Comments
Awesome service!
by 02/18/2022
onThe customer service was superb. Kathleen and her team kept me informed with timely updates and were able to answer my questions on the spot
- Recommend this dealer? Yes
- Were you satisfied with the quality of work performed on your vehicle? Yes
- Did the dealership complete the work within the timeframe promised? Yes
- Did the dealership provide you with an accurate quote of the work to be performed? Yes
- Do you feel the price paid for service(s) was fair and appropriate? Yes
- Did the dealer honor all commitments made? Yes
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LAGUNA WOODS, Calif. (AP) — A man opened fire during a lunch reception at a Southern California church, killing one person and wounding five senior citizens before a pastor hit the gunman on the head with a chair and parishioners hog-tied him with electrical cords.
Jerry Chen had just stepped into the kitchen of his church's fellowship hall around 1:30 p.m. Sunday when he heard the gunshots.
Chen, 72, a longtime congregant at Irvine Taiwanese Presbyterian Church in Laguna Woods, peeked around the corner and saw church members screaming, running and ducking under tables.
“I knew someone was shooting," he said. “I was very, very scared. I ran out the kitchen door to call 9-1-1. ”
Officials said the shooting ended after the gunman killed one man and wounded five senior citizens before worshippers hog-tied his legs with an electrical cord until deputies arrived. Four of the five people wounded suffered critical gunshot injuries.
While a motive for the shooting at the Geneva Presbyterian Church in the city of Laguna Woods was not immediately disclosed, investigators don’t believe the gunman — an Asian man in his 60s whose name was not immediately released — lives in the community.
Chen, who called 911 from the church's parking lot, said he was in such a state of shock that he was unable to tell the operator his location.
“I had to ask someone else for the address,” he said.
Chen said a group of about 40 congregants had gathered in the fellowship hall for a luncheon after a morning service to welcome their former Pastor Billy Chang, who had served the church for 20 years and was a beloved and respected community member. Chang moved back to Taiwan two years ago. This was his first time back stateside, Chen said.
“Everyone had just finished lunch,” he said. “They were taking photos with Pastor Chang. I had just finished my lunch and went into the kitchen."
That was when he heard the gunshots and ran out.
Soon afterward, Chen said he heard the details of what happened inside from others who came out. Fellow congregants told Chen that when the gunman stopped to reload, Pastor Chang hit him on the head with a chair while others moved quickly to grab his gun. They then subdued him and tied him up, Chen said.
“It was amazing how brave (Chang) and the others were,” he said. “This is just so sad. I never, ever thought something like this would happen in my church, in my community.”
Most of the church's members are elderly, highly educated Taiwanese immigrants, Chen said.
“We're mostly retirees and the average age of our church is 80,” he said.
Orange County Undersheriff Jeff Hallock praised the parishioners' quick work to detain the gunman.
“That group of churchgoers displayed what we believe is exceptional heroism and bravery in intervening to stop the suspect. They undoubtedly prevented additional injuries and fatalities,” Hallock said. “I think it’s safe to say that had people not intervened, it could have been much worse.”
The shooting came a day after an 18-year-old man shot and killed 10 people at a supermarket in Buffalo, New York.
Laguna Woods was built as a senior living community and later became a city. More than 80% of residents in the city of 18,000 people about 50 miles (80 kilometers) southeast of Los Angeles are at least 65. The incident occurred in an area with a cluster of houses of worship, including Catholic, Lutheran and Methodist churches and a Jewish synagogue.
The investigation was in its early stages, Hallock said. He said the many unanswered questions include whether the assailant attended the church service, if he was known to church members and how many shots were fired.
The majority of those inside the church at the time were believed to be of Taiwanese descent, said Carrie Braun, a sheriff’s spokesperson.
Those wounded by gunshots included four Asian men, ages 66, 75, 82 and 92, and an 86-year-old Asian woman, the sheriff’s department said. Authorities originally said only four of the five surviving victims had been shot.
Officials did not immediately disclose any information about the alleged shooter.
The afternoon lunch reception was to honor a former pastor of the Taiwanese congregation, according to a statement from the Presbytery of Los Ranchos, a church administrative body.
“Please keep the leadership of the Taiwanese congregation and Geneva in your prayers as they care for the those traumatized by this shooting,” the presbytery’s Tom Cramer said in a statement on Facebook.
Gov. Gavin Newsom’s office said on Twitter that he was closely monitoring the situation.
“No one should have to fear going to their place of worship. Our thoughts are with the victims, community, and all those impacted by this tragic event," the tweet said.
On its website, Geneva Presbyterian Church describes its mission as “to remember, tell, and live the way of Jesus by being just, kind, and humble.”
“All are welcome here. Really, we mean that! … Geneva aspires to be an inclusive congregation worshipping, learning, connecting, giving and serving together.”
Violence in houses of worship includes the deadliest shooting inside a church, which occurred in 2017 in Sutherland Springs, Texas, when a gunman opened fire during a Sunday service at First Baptist Church and killed more than two dozen people.
In 2015, Dylann Roof fired dozens of bullets during the closing prayer of a 2015 Bible study session at Charleston’s Mother Emanuel AME Church in South Carolina. Nine members of the Black congregation were killed in the racist violence and Roof became the first person in the U.S. sentenced to death for a federal hate crime. His appeal remains before the Supreme Court.
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This story has been corrected to show that Pastor Billy Chang has not retired.
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Weber and Bharath reported from Los Angeles. Associated Press journalist Stefanie Dazio in Los Angeles also contributed to this story.
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The cryptocurrency market was in for a brutal, terrible bloodbath last week. While Bitcoin was down around 12%, Ethereum followed closely on the heels with a 19% fall. The global markets, too, lost about $400 billion worth of value due to the deep dive taken by the crypto markets.
Here’s the thing: Most cryptocurrencies are prone to extreme price fluctuations; no surprises there. But in the case of last week’s bloodshed, an unexpected participant played truant. Stablecoins, as they are known, are usually considered to be the calmer, steadier cousin of the otherwise volatile cryptocurrencies.
This is because stablecoins do not depend on market factors to ascertain their value. Instead, they derive by pegging themselves to the value of a reserve currency like the dollar, or any commodity. Having such an asset as backing makes them less prone to the rollercoaster that the crypto markets usually are.
As a rule, most stablecoins consistently maintain a 1:1 ratio with their peg of choice. This simply means that every 1 DAI or USDT is equivalent to 1 unit of their underlying currency, which in most cases is the dollar.
It’s when this peg breaks loose that havoc breaks in. Let’s have an in-depth examination of what happened and how to identify a solid stablecoin.
The Downfall of Terra
Less than 30 days ago, LUNA was trading at $99.24. Today, its value has diminished to less than a dollar. Trading now at a meagre $0.0002458, LUNA stood at the edge of wipeout last week, with its market value plunging by more than 99%.
With no immediate recovery in sight, most Indian cryptocurrency exchanges like WazirX, CoinSwitch Kuber and CoinDCX have already delisted LUNA from active trade. But LUNA is not alone.
LUNA is just one part of the Terra ecosystem that also offers UST, which is an algorithmic stablecoin.
Steven Enamakel, Co-Creator, MahaDAO, puts it succinctly: “There are essentially two kinds of stablecoins — collateralised stablecoins and algorithmic stablecoins, also known as uncollateralised stablecoins. Collateralised stablecoins are always backed by some collateral for every stablecoin in circulation."
As an example of a collateralised stablecoin, consider a USD coin. For every US $1 coin in circulation, there will be a physical reserve of $1 backing it.
“Whereas, algorithmic stablecoins maintain their stable value via an algorithm. TerraUSD was an algorithmic stablecoin. Previously, there have been many similar failed attempts namely — Empty Set Dollar, Basis Cash etc," continued Enamakel.
The Algorithm that Powered LUNA-UST Ecosystem
In essence, TerraUSD has no physical reserves of dollars as collateral. Instead, it depends completely on its sister coin LUNA to stabilise its market price.
Like Darshan Bathija, co-founder & CEO, Vauld, explains, “Algorithmic stablecoins depend on 2 tokens – the stablecoin and a cryptocurrency that backs the stablecoins; and the algorithm regulates the relationship between these two assets".
Here, the fundamental relationship relied on the burning and minting of these coins. Every time a TerraUSD is sold, one LUNA is minted or created in the system, and every time someone purchased a TerraUSD, one LUNA was burnt or destroyed from the ecosystem.
This mechanism was what maintained the necessary equilibrium. Every time the value of TerraUSD fell below $1, more LUNA coins were minted. This would drive up the demand and hence the prices of the now-scarce stablecoins in the system.
Similarly, if TerraUSD inched beyond the $1 threshold, more LUNA coins were burnt. That would bring down the demand for the stablecoin due to their excess supply and therefore level the prices back to normal.
But such a mechanism is not without its share of flaws. Enamakel says, “In the absence of collateral backing of a stablecoin, a death spiral occurs that brings down the entire ecosystem".
And that’s what happened with TerraUST. Suddenly, the market saw huge amounts of TerraUST being withdrawn (almost $2 billion) from lending protocols and immediately dumped back in the market.
This was way more supply of TerraUST that the market could absorb. To bring back balance, more LUNA coins had to be minted. But such was the level of mass selling that had ensued for TerraUST after it lost its 1:1 peg that LUNA coin’s production skyrocketed exponentially, reducing its value to mere pennies.
As Vikram Subburaj, CEO, Giottus Crypto Exchange, puts it, “Stablecoins have an inherent risk of de-pegging and are under increased scrutiny post the collapse of TerraUSD (UST) ecosystem and brief de-pegging of Tether (USDT) last week. Multiple governments, including the US, are considering a crackdown that restricts their use".
“While they give flexibility to investors as a medium of exchange, we do not recommend investors to lock capital in them," he elaborated.
What is the Right Stablecoin?
Edul Patel, Co-Founder & CEO of Mudrex, says algorithmic stablecoins presumably have a better trust factor fundamentally. However, he advocates for distributing one’s discretionary holdings across different stablecoins and not concentrating them in a single coin as a prudent strategy.
“One of the best ways to pick a stablecoin would be to check the kind of audits that were conducted. If the audit was done by a questionable party, it cannot be trusted. However, the legitimacy of audits cannot be a foolproof reliable factor. The time period of existence of the stablecoin can also be an important guiding factor," he added.
Bathija agrees. “The method to identify the right stablecoin is to do your own research. Don’t do anything with your money that you don’t understand. Take some time to learn the underlying mechanics, project’s reliability, the collective trust a coin’s community places in the project.
“Choosing the right exchange to store your assets can make all the difference during market volatility. While buying and hodling cryptocurrencies until the price goes up is a great investment strategy, you could also earn a passive income on your crypto till you decide to sell it," he signed off.
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Ambuja Cement shares sprint 10 per cent in early trades on Monday after it was announced that the Adani Group has acquired a controlling stake in Swiss major Holcim’s India business, the Ambuja Cement-ACC combine, for $10.5 billion in a fiercely-battled bidding process that saw participation from large players, including Sajjan Jindal-backed JSW Cement and Aditya Birla Group’s UltraTech Cement.
Holcim, through its subsidiaries, holds 63.19 per cent in Ambuja Cements and 54.53 per cent in ACC (of which 50.05 per cent is held through Ambuja Cements). Adani Cement has to make a mandatory open offer to acquire an additional 20 per cent stake in Ambuja Cement.
The value for the Holcim stake and open offer consideration for Ambuja Cements and ACC is $10.5 billion, which makes this the largest ever acquisition by Adani, and India’s largest-ever M&A transaction in the infrastructure and materials space.
Ambuja Cements and ACC currently have a combined installed production capacity of ~70 MTPA. Both Ambuja and ACC will benefit from synergies with the integrated Adani infrastructure platform, especially in the areas of raw material, renewable power and logistics, where Adani Portfolio companies have vast experience and deep expertise.
This will enable higher margins and return on capital employed for the two companies. The companies will also benefit from Adani’s focus on ESG, Circular Economy, and Capital Management Philosophy, Adani Group said.
Gautam Adani, chairman of the Adani Group, said, “Not only is India expected to remain one of the world’s largest demand-driven economies for several decades, but also continues to be the world’s second largest cement market, and yet, has less than half of the global average per capita cement consumption. In statistical comparison, China’s cement consumption is over 7x that of India’s. When these factors are combined with the several adjacencies of our existing businesses that include the Adani Group’s ports and logistics business, energy business, and real estate business, we believe that we will be able to build a uniquely integrated and differentiated business model and set ourselves up for significant capacity expansion."
Ambuja has a grinding capacity of 31 mtpa and plans to expand it to 40 mtpa in the next two years. About 42 per cent of its grinding capacities are in the north, followed by 28 per cent, 26 per cent and 5 per cent in the west, east and central regions, respectively.
Similarly, ACC has a grinding capacity of 35 mtpa, which is being expanded to 40 mtpa by the first half of 2023. Post-completion of the ongoing expansion, ACC will have 23-27 per cent grinding capacities in the east, south and central regions, and 15 per cent and 10 per cent capacity in the north and western regions, respectively.
“As the deal closes, and ACC and Ambuja Cements become a direct, and most importantly, identifiable individual promoter-controlled entities and Adani emerges as the second-largest player in the Indian cement industry, this deal will potentially change the fortune of the sector for a betterment!," said analysts at Philllip Capital.
The foreign research house Philip Capital said: " We have upgraded Ambuja Cement to buy and raised the target price to Rs 440 per share and also maintain buy on ACC and raised the target price to Rs 2,850 per share. Research firm kept estimates unchanged for Ambuja & ACC." It upgraded target multiples for ACC from 13x to 15x and Ambuja Cement to 18x from 16x, reported CNBC-TV18.
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Aligning employee values with your company’s purpose
Much has already been said about the value corporate social responsibility initiatives brings to a company. Particularly, younger generations of employees place larger expectations on businesses to play their role in solving societal and environmental concerns, with some studies suggesting they care more about a company’s overall purpose than the paycheck it provides.
Such expectations have grown dramatically over the course of the pandemic. According to research done by global management consulting firm McKinsey & Company, nearly two-thirds of US-based employees surveyed said that COVID-19 has caused them to reflect on their purpose in life, with nearly half saying that they are reconsidering the kind of work they do because of the pandemic. Moreover, millennials were three times more likely than others to say that they were reevaluating work.
Professional services firm Pricewaterhouse Coopers (PwC) echo the sentiment. Employees who find value in what they do are more motivated, more productive, and are likelier to stay with a company than those who are simply going through the motions.
“Purpose at work is about how to get people aligned with something bigger. When you connect the company’s purpose to what individuals do at work, they see connections between what they do and how their contributions make a difference to the company and to society,” PwC wrote on their website.
“When an employer’s brand is consistent and aligned inside the organization as well as out, employees extend that brand to customers. Similarly, a person’s experience at work is deeply influenced by their organization’s culture — that is, the self-sustaining patterns of behaving, feeling, thinking and believing that determine ‘how we do things around here.’ A culture that is diverse and inclusive, where people feel trusted and heard, and where leaders lead by example, can instill a sense of fulfillment and inspire employees to deliver a higher quality of work.”
McKinsey noted that when an employee’s values are aligned with an organization’s purpose, it leads to stronger engagement, heightened loyalty, and a greater willingness to recommend the company to others.
Further research has found that despite nearly nine out of ten employees saying they seek purpose in life, and seven out of ten saying their sense of purpose is defined by work, only 15% of frontline managers and frontline employees say that they are living their purpose in their day-to-day work. Worse still, nearly half of the employees disagreed with the statement.
To compare, 85% of upper management and executives agree that their purpose is fulfilled by their daily work.
This “purpose hierarchy” gap has negative implications. Less satisfied respondents reported lower average work and life outcomes than more satisfied peers did—everything from reduced feelings of energy and life satisfaction to lower engagement, satisfaction, and excitement about work.
“While such gaps should distress you — many of the employees closest to your products and customers may have stopped relying on you for the purpose they say they want — the findings also offer hope,” McKinsey wrote.
“When employees at any level say that their purpose is fulfilled by their work, the work and life outcomes they report are anywhere from two to five times higher than those reported by their unfulfilled peers. And this finding holds regardless of whether employees currently rely on work for purpose. In other words, organizations should aspire to ensure that their employees’ purpose is fulfilled at work, whether or not employees initially think they rely on work for this. Employees — and the organization — stand to benefit anyway.” — Bjorn Biel M. Beltran | https://www.bworldonline.com/special-features/2022/05/16/448601/aligning-employee-values-with-your-companys-purpose/ | 2022-05-16T06:32:02Z | https://www.bworldonline.com/special-features/2022/05/16/448601/aligning-employee-values-with-your-companys-purpose/ | false | 1 |
Our beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend (Gary) Gearld Henry Rose passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 12, 2022, in Logan, Utah, at the age of 91. He was born on August 30, 1930, in Ogden, Utah, the only child of Guy Axel Rose and Chrystal Keller Rose. Gary was a lifelong resident of Park Valley, Utah, a place he loved dearly. His childhood in Park Valley was one of hard work and happiness. He developed an early love for ranching, horses, cattle, and the land, a love that continued throughout his life. He also had a great passion and talent for sports, and became an excellent athlete in basketball, and track and field. Additionally he spent many years as a basketball coach in Ogden and Park Valley. | https://www.newsbreak.com/news/2599134566647/winners-selected-in-news-examiner-s-2022-design-an-ad-contest | 2022-05-16T06:34:51Z | https://www.newsbreak.com/news/2599134566647/winners-selected-in-news-examiner-s-2022-design-an-ad-contest | true | null |
Formula one championship leader Charles Leclerc again crashed in hometown Monaco, this time in a historic Ferrari.
Leclerc was driving a 1974 Ferrari once piloted by three-time F1 champion Niki Lauda in a demonstration run Sunday at the 2022 Monaco Historic Grand Prix. He went deep into La Rascasse corner, lost control of the rear of the car and backed into the barriers.
The contact damaged the car's rear wing and Leclerc, a Monaco resident, seemed to intimate he had a problem with the pedals.
"When you thought you already had all the bad luck of the world in Monaco and you lose the brakes into rascasse with one of the most iconic historical Ferrari Formula 1 car," Leclerc later posted on Twitter.
Leclerc won the pole for his home race Monaco Grand Prix last year but crashed before the race began and missed the event outright.
Leclerc has two wins through five F1 races this season; he leads reigning world champion Max Verstappen by 19 points headed into the Spanish Grand Prix.
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The country's largest lender State Bank of India has raised its marginal cost of funds-based lending rate by 10 basis points or 0.1 percent across all tenures, a move that will lead to an increase in EMIs for borrowers. This is the second hike in a month raising the cost by 0.2 percent with the two consecutive increases.
The revision follows an off-cycle rate increase by the Reserve Bank earlier this month. The central bank hiked the repo rate -- at which it lends short-term money to banks -- by 0.40 percent to 4.40 percent. The lending rate revision by SBI (State Bank of India) is likely to be followed by other banks in the days to come.
With the increase, EMIs will go up for those borrowers who have availed loans on MCLR (Marginal Cost of Funds based Lending Rate), not for those, whose loans are linked to other benchmarks. SBI's External Benchmark-based Lending Rate (EBLR) is 6.65 percent, while the Repo-Linked Lending Rate (RLLR) is 6.25 percent effective April 1.
Banks add Credit Risk Premium (CRP) over the EBLR and RLLR while giving any kind of loan, including housing and auto loans. The revised MCLR rate is effective from May 15, as per the information posted on SBI website.
With the revision, one-year MCLR has increased to 7.20 percent from 7.10 percent earlier. An overnight, one-month and three-month MCLR rose by 10 basis points to 6.85 percent, whereas a six-month MCLR increased to 7.15 percent.
Most of the loans are linked to the one-year MCLR rate. At the same time, two-year MCLR increased by 0.1 percent to 7.40 percent, while three-year MCLR rose to 7.50 percent.
Following the rate revision by RBI, several banks have already raised interest rates and some more are expected to follow in the coming days. | https://www.cnbctv18.com/personal-finance/sbi-hikes-lending-rate-by-01-emis-to-go-up-13497612.htm/amp | 2022-05-16T06:44:39Z | https://www.cnbctv18.com/personal-finance/sbi-hikes-lending-rate-by-01-emis-to-go-up-13497612.htm/amp | false | 11 |
For the first time since 2019, the Billboard Music Awards returned to the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas on Sunday night (May 15), marking the 18th time the BBMAs were held at the storied Vegas venue — making it by far the most common host site for the 33-year-old awards show.
Memorable performances were delivered by the starry likes of Megan Thee Stallion, Silk Sonic, Ed Sheeran, Machine Gun Kelly and many more, while big winners on the evening included Doja Cat, Glass Animals and Icon Award recipient Mary J. Blige. But while you saw all that on TV and/or Peacock on Sunday night, there’s still plenty that went down inside the MGM Grand Garden Arena that you missed if you only watched remotely. Here’s some of the most memorable:
Pre-Show: Singer-songwriter Elle King entered the venue in a wheelchair and using a crutch, apparently at less than 100% physically in advance of her appearance alongside “Drunk (And I Don’t Wanna Go Home)” co-star Miranda Lambert at the BBMAs. (You’d never have known it from her high-energy and seemingly unhindered performance later that night, however.) As she limped up to her interview with Billboard News’ Tetris Kelly on the red carpet (alongside Lambert), she explained that she had recently sprained her ankle — though that didn’t stop her from rocking bedazzled high heels.
8:03 p.m. ET: After introducing his “special surprise guest” Jack Harlow for a rendition of the rapper’s recent Billboard Hot 100-topping smash “First Class,” host and opening performer Diddy darted offstage — but took a moment to quickly greet some friendly faces in the first rows of the crowd (including his mother, Janice Combs) and then darted to a side stage for a performance of ’90s Bad Boy classic “Mo Money, Mo Problems,” alongside son King Combs and R&B star Teyana Taylor.
8:05: During the opening performance, Fat Joe, Shenseea and a lollipop-snacking Kali Uchis were all seen still waiting outside the MGM venue, unable to get to their seats until the next commercial break.
8:33: Diddy warns that he’s “gonna do something [awards show producers] hate” and demands that his teleprompter be turned off, before bellowing, “WE ARE FREE!” In case you were wondering: Yes, they actually did turn off the teleprompter in the venue at his command.
8:34: As the host calls his butler Frank onto the stage to announce the performance of one of his favorite artists, Rauw Alejandro, the Combs family stands and cheers in the audience for Diddy’s evidently beloved employee. As Alejandro performs, Ty Dolla $ign stands in the crowd, and Becky G dances to his rendition of “Cúrame.”
8:43: After talking to Becky G during a commercial break, Diplo goes to take his seat — but is interrupted by security checking his credentials, likely not aware of his superstar-producer status.
8:54: Fat Joe, Doja Cat and DJ Khaled are seated together and talking with one another during a commercial break, with Fat Joe’s arm around Khaled, his longtime collaborator. Later, the three take a photo together, captured by model/actress Cara Delevingne.
Cara Delevingne on the floor taking photos of Doja Cat, Fat Joe and DJ Khaled at the #BBMAs. pic.twitter.com/8MtwBJi0W7
— Pop Crave (@PopCrave) May 16, 2022
9:01: A stage hand comes rushing out at the end of Lambert and King’s “Drunk” performance to make sure they don’t get bonked on the head by a rapidly descending stage covering while they’re frozen in end-song pose. He succeeds in getting them outside of the danger zone just in time.
9:10: A drum set (with an “MW” logo on the bass drum) that had been parked at the back of the venue floor is brought out to the side stage during a break, with Morgan Wallen’s band taking the stage and the drummer quietly warming up on his set. Sporadic spare chants of “Mor-gan Wal-len!” can be heard emanating throughout the crowd.
9:17: As Illenium ends his acceptance speech for best dance/electronic album (won by his Fallen Embers set) with the promise “See you soon,” a voice apparently very ready to hold him to it emerges from the audience: “See you next weekend! I’ll see you next weekend!! I’ll see you Sunday!!” (Indeed, Illenium is playing at Vegas’ Electric Daisy Carnival the following weekend.)
9:29: As Megan Thee Stallion takes the stage, the entire crowd jumps to their feet, and most whip out their cell phones to record the rap superstar’s performance. In the audience, Doja Cat can be seen rapping along to Megan’s new single “Plan B,” while DJ Khaled shimmies to the beat.
9:44: Introducing Icon Award recipient Mary J. Blige is the award’s 2018 winner, Janet Jackson. The reception to Jackson’s appearance inside the venue is somewhat overwhelming, with the loud standing ovation and shouts of “I LOVE YOU, JANET!” coming from all over the crowd, drowning out a good amount of her early remarks.
9:58: For the second time in the show’s second hour, practice flames unexpectedly shoot out from the stage in advance of an upcoming performance. The first time, it was for Megan Thee Stallion; this time it’s for Machine Gun Kelly — appropriate enough for the song he would ultimately play, “Twin Flame.”
10:29: After introducing a group of kids from Capital Prep Harden, one of the charter schools he’s launched in the northeast, Diddy dances excitedly as the show moves to a commercial break. Before leaving the venue’s floor, though, the mogul and all his students present come together for one big, awww-worthy group hug.
10:44: Following their twin podium visits for top rock artist and the special Pepsi Mic Drop Award (won for the historic journey of their Hot 100-topping hit “Heat Waves”), the members of Glass Animals can be seen outside the venue floor, waiting in line at a concession stand for drinks.
10:55: As Mary J. Blige exits the venue following the performance of her former co-headliner Maxwell (covering Michael Jackson’s “The Lady in My Life”), she gets big applause from the fans she passes. But those fans are quickly drowned out by the ones in the back of the arena who realize that the video being shown as commercial-break entertainment is one of K-pop superstars BTS, performing their Hot 100 top 10 hit “Boy With Luv” alongside Halsey at the 2019 BBMAs. From the volume of the screams, you’d never believe the group wasn’t even in the building.
–Additional reporting by Lucy Blonstein and Dan Rys | https://www.billboard.com/music/awards/2022-billboard-music-awards-backstage-behind-the-scenes-1235071646/ | 2022-05-16T06:48:00Z | https://www.billboard.com/music/awards/2022-billboard-music-awards-backstage-behind-the-scenes-1235071646/ | true | 1 |
There's some big moments on the soap this week, as secrets are exposed, lies are rumbled and residents are forced to spill the beans.
Coronation Street fans will see Fiz Brown forced to revisit her dark past in upcoming scenes, as her huge secrets come to light.
Phill Whittaker, Fiz's boyfriend, is also revealed to be hiding something - and his lies are soon rumbled by his love rival Tyrone Dobbs.
Elsewhere on Emmerdale, a new character in the village is revealed to share a secret link to a past character who tragically died six years ago.
It could be the beginning of a shocking new storyline for an existing character, while there's also the fallout to the deadly stunt week.
Here's what you can expect from all three soaps on ITV and BBC this week...
Corrie's Fiz and Phill exposed
Both Fiz and Phill find their secrets threatening their happiness this week, as it's clear they both have something to hide.
Fiz is forced to confront her past, when someone from said past recognises her, and threatens to expose her lies to partner Phill.
Her former life with her serial killer husband John Stape, and the fact she faced prison for fraud crimes, has yet to be disclosed to Phill - so how will he react to the truth?
Phill, meanwhile, lies about his whereabouts this week, and is soon spotted receiving a suspicious looking package from a mystery man.
So what exactly is he up to?
Emmerdale's Suzy's past revealed
Emmerdale newcomer Suzy featured in a huge twist when it was revealed she had a secret link to Leyla Harding - and it was soon confirmed the pair were taking cocaine together.
But there's another big twist ahead, as it's confirmed this week that Suzy also knew Holly Barton, the tragic daughter of Moira Dingle.
Holly died on the show in 2016 after suffering a heroin overdose. This week, fans will learn that Suzy knew Holly when she was alive, and whatever their link is it soon leaves Leyla stunned.
It seems Suzy had no idea Holly had died, and fans are already speculating they are linked through drug taking.
But was Suzy some way involved in Holly's drug death, or did the pair take drugs together before Suzy met Leyla?
Elsewhere in soapland, EastEnders hints at a heartbreaking split for Ballum's Ben Mitchell and Callum Highway - but they soon appear to reconcile.
Jean Slater returns to Walford after a stay in hospital, following her recent mental health crisis.
Got any theories or thoughts on the current storylines? Let us know in the comments section below
Emmerdale airs weeknights at 7:30pm on ITV, while EastEnders airs at the same time on BBC One on Mondays to Thursdays.
Corrie airs straight after Emmerdale at 8pm on Mondays Wednesdays and Fridays. | https://www.irishmirror.ie/tv/emmerdale-death-twist-corrie-secrets-26972892 | 2022-05-16T06:57:26Z | https://www.irishmirror.ie/tv/emmerdale-death-twist-corrie-secrets-26972892 | true | 2 |
Schools benefit from NSW Government's Metro Renewal Program
The NSW Government is delivering new and improved educational facilities at schools, with work progressing on the $240 million Metro and Regional Renewal Programs.
Each project includes a government co-contribution of between 50 to 80 per cent for school capital improvement projects.
Cronulla MP Mark Speakman says the program is addressing infrastructure needs.
"This program is delivering more modern facilities for our students and staff to support quality learning in our schools," Mr Speakman said.
Miranda MP Eleni Petinos says the projects under the Metro Renewal Program are driven by what school communities want. "These projects are great news for our local schools as they are addressing what they have identified as their highest priority infrastructure needs," Ms Petinos said.
"The program is also providing a boost to businesses with schools using local contractors and suppliers wherever possible."
The NSW Government is investing $7.9 billion in schools infrastructure in the next four years, continuing its program to deliver 215 new and upgraded schools to support communities across NSW.
Oatley Electorate
- Connells Point Public - Upgrade to administration facilities
- Bald Face Public - New toilets
- Georges River College Oatley Campus - Basketball court resurfacing
- Hurstville Grove Infants - Playground upgrade and shade structure
- Narwee Public - New communal building
Heathcote electorate
- Bangor Public - Playground surface and equipment
- Heathcote Public - Playground upgrade (synthetic turf)
- Marton Public - Grounds upgrade (all-purpose court) and bench seating
- Sutherland North - Upgrade to toilet blocks
- Sutherland Public - Playground update (asphalt top playground)
- Cook School - Covered walkways
- Engadine West - Playground update (back oval including drainage)
Cronulla electorate
- Burraneer Bay Public - Playground upgrade
- Caringbah High - New covered outdoor learning area
- Caringbah North Public - New car park
- Caringbah Public - New covered walkways
- Cronulla High - Hall upgrade
- Cronulla Public - Updated communications system
- Cronulla South Public - New electronic sign, new stage
- Kirrawee High - Staff toilet refurbishment
- Kurnell Public - Sports oval upgrade
- Laguna Street Public - New covered walkways
- Woolooware Public - Internal roads upgrade
- Yowie Bay Public - Staff / administration facilities upgrade
Miranda electorate
- Bates Drive - Administration block and staff room refurbishment
- Bonnet Bay Public - New shade area, fitness track
- Como Public - Shade area, completion of amphitheatre work
- Como West Public - Library refurbishment
- Endeavour Sports High - New athletic running track
- Gymea Technology High - Resurfacing of basketball court/multipurpose area, repair of expansion joints, line marking reinstatement
- Illawong Public - Playground upgrade
- Jannali East Public - Playground upgrade
- Jannali Public - Clerical office refurbishment
- Kirrawee Public - Playground resurfacing, new pin boards, new playground equipment
- Menai High - Faculty facilities upgrade
- Miranda Public - New kitchen
- Oyster Bay Public - Conversion of existing spaces to technology hub and art workshop
- Port Hacking High - Staff room refurbishment, room refurbishment and update
- Sylvania Heights Public - New synthetic grass
- Sylvania Public - Administration upgrade
- Jannali High - New outdoor learning space | https://www.theleader.com.au/story/7734882/modern-make-overs-for-schools/ | 2022-05-16T06:59:21Z | https://www.theleader.com.au/story/7734882/modern-make-overs-for-schools/ | true | 1 |
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We Tried Google Cam On A Non-Pixel Smartphone So You Don't Have To
Being a smartphone enthusiast, I try to experiment with devices to experience the latest features and capabilities of various smartphones. Installing the GCam or Google Camera app on a non-Google/Pixel smartphone is among them. I have been doing this since the time the Redmi Note 5 Pro came out and recently tried to install the same on the Moto G52.
The Moto G52 is a mid-tier 5G smartphone with impressive specifications such as a pOLED display, Snapdragon 680 SoC, and a triple camera setup with a dedicated ultra-wide angle lens. The Moto G52 also supports Camera2 API, which in theory, should allow users to install the Google Camera app without rooting or flagship or a custom ROM.
Installing Google Cam Has Gotten Difficult
I remember installing Google Camera on the Poco F1 with ease. Within minutes, I was able to improve the camera output of the Poco F1 by using a modded Google Camera app. While my urge to install Google Camera over the year was revoked, I was recently intrigued by seeing a plethora of posts on Twitter on how a Google Camera app could drastically improve the camera performance.
This was enough to motivate me for installing the Google Camera app on the Moto G52, and I started looking for the same on Google. Typing "GCam for Moto G52" will get you a lot of results that claim to have a Google Camera app that works with the Moto G52, and the next thing was really shocking.
The first few search results on Google, which seems to have authority over this topic just made me visit multiple websites (redirecting). When I was finally able to download the Google Camera app for the Moto G52, then came another issue. While I was able to install some of these apps, almost every one of them either didn't open or crashed as soon as I clicked on the shutter button.
After over half a dozen of tries, I was finally able to download a working Google Camera app for the Moto G52, and even this one wasn't perfect. When it worked, the Google Camera did take drastically better looking photos when compared to the stock camera app. However, most of the time, the Google Camera just took pictures that turned green in color, making them unusable.
More Risks Than Benefits
While I did see an improvement in the camera performance of the Moto G52 with GCam, it wasn't flawless, as it would end up taking bad pictures more than good ones. Hence, if you are clicking a picture with the Google Cam on the Moto G52, there is no guarantee that you will get a usable picture, hence, I won't recommend users to install Google Camera.
On top of that, the whole process of installing third-party apps, especially an app downloaded from a shady website could contain malware and would ruin the smartphone. While this might not stop enthusiasts from installing the Google Camera app, I would definitely suggest users not install Google Camera or any other app from outside the Google Play Store.
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John Travolta Honors Late Wife Kelly Preston With Touching Video Montage on Mother's Day
John Travolta shared another heartwarming tribute to his late wife, actress Kelly Preston, on Sunday to mark Mother's Day. This was the Travolta family's second Mother's Day without the Jerry Maguire star, who died in July 2020 following a battle with breast cancer. Preston was 57.
"We love and miss you, Kelly. Happy Mother's Day," Travolta wrote on Instagram. The Grease star included a video montage set to Barbra Streisand's "That Face." The four-minute video featured personal photos from their 1987 wedding in Paris to recent holiday celebrations. Travolta, 68, also included pictures with their children Ella, 22, Benjamin, 11, and late son Jett, who died in 2009 at 16 after suffering a seizure. At the end of the video, Travolta included a slide reading, "With all my love, Johnny."
Travolta and Ella announced Preston's death on July 13, 2020. She passed away following a two-year battle with breast cancer, which she did not publicize. "Kelly's love and life will always be remembered," Travolta wrote at the time. "I will be taking some time to be there for my children who have lost their mother, so forgive me in advance if you don't hear from us for a while. But please know that I will feel your outpouring of love in the weeks and months ahead as we heal."
Since then, Travolta has marked Preston's birthday and other milestones in their lives on Instagram with tributes. When Preston would have celebrated her 60th birthday in October, Travolta shared a photo from one of Preston's final red carpet appearances. "Happy Birthday Kelly. We miss and love you very much," he wrote.
During an interview with Esquire Spain last year, Travolta said the one thing he learned after Preston's death was how "personal" the mourning experience is. Everyone goes through their own journey after a tragic loss. He also felt overwhelmed by the number of people who reached out to him.
"You don't know how many people have approached me... and then I felt so saturated with everyone's sadness that I didn't know what to do," Travolta said. "The first thing you should do when you experience grief is to go to a place where you can live your mourning, without any interference. If I die tomorrow, the last thing I want to see is everyone around me sunk."
Last month, Travolta also marked what would have been Jett's 29th birthday with a tribute to his late son. "Happy Birthday Jetty, we love you so much," Ella added in response to the post. | https://popculture.com/celebrity/news/john-travolta-honors-late-wife-kelly-preston-video-montage-mothers-day/ | 2022-05-16T07:13:14Z | https://popculture.com/celebrity/news/john-travolta-honors-late-wife-kelly-preston-video-montage-mothers-day/ | false | 1 |
The Louisiana GOP official was also arrested last month after he was accused of taping his students' mouths shut for "excessive talking.
The Louisiana GOP official was also arrested last month after he was accused of taping his students' mouths shut for "excessive talking. | https://mirtesen.ru/dispute/43306028340/Christian-School-Headmaster-Arrested-For-Allegedly-Whipping-4-Ye | 2022-05-16T07:14:35Z | https://mirtesen.ru/dispute/43306028340/Christian-School-Headmaster-Arrested-For-Allegedly-Whipping-4-Ye | true | null |
Warren Henry Auto Group
Customer Reviews of Warren Henry Auto Group
Worst Experience Of My Life
by 12/15/2015
onWorst Experience of my LIFE. I went in to the new Lamborghini Broward under Warren Henry Automotive Group yesterday in my Mclaren after being convinced they had the right Lamborghini Huracan for me. The dealership is not open yet but the salesman met me in the service department where they had a decent amount of new cars waiting. The two techs were already in place working there. I was shown a consignment car with racing exhaust which was very important to me. We couldn't agree on numbers and I left. Later that evening they offered me a good deal on a new car and asked me to come in in the morning. I came in to meet the two techs to see the car of interest as it had a sport exhaust which I was not familiar with rather then the racing exhaust. I asked to hear the car so they started it and let it warm up for about 10 mins. At that time that time the tech partial throttles the car twice lightly and shuts it off. Not much of a display of the exhaust I was looking for to help me with my near 300k decision. Next I asked to hear the tone of the racing exhaust from the car yesterday since it was sitting inside the shop with us. We did the same turned the car on and were letting it warm up. One of the techs comes in and says with an attitude don't rev the car without warming it up. We were clearly doing so and had done so on the other car so this was when things started first feeling sour.. The car gets warm and the tech taps the throttle barely and shuts it off. Im not one to complain so I thought ok whatever good enough i guess. I then asked to please just hear both cars idle. We are talking about Lamborghini's here with an exhaust separate by over $10k I wanted to make the right decision. So they turn on the cars and let them idle for a minute and we determine in fact the racing exhaust does sound a lot deeper. They quickly shut them off and went about their business. I was looking over the car I was about to write a check for and simply asked hey can I turn it on one more time to hear the exhaust rev once now that I just hear the race exhaust? The tech states no sorry the other tech is getting mad maybe if the sales guy was here. I said Im about to make a several hundred thousand dollar purchase and I can't turn on my car? He said no sorry call the sales guy. At that point I'm pissed. They know I am a legit customer, I have almost 2 million dollars worth of cars and showed up in a Mclaren Im not somebody looking to play games I am trying to buy a car they know this. I called the sales man who quickly tried to rectify the situation however in my book true colors had already been shown. Why should I give my business to a company who will want me to service the car with them and work with them on future deals when their service people are rude unfriendly and act like these cars are something they are not. I work with lamborghini Sarasota usually and everyone there in the dealership can work with customers and give you the best advice and best experience. I text the guys in the shop, they walk out and greet me when I just stop in.. They invite me in the back and show me new things with the cars. Its always a great experience and they act like they love the cars not like the cars are on some high pedestal. At the end of the day beside the price tag this is just a standard engine like in every other car. There is nothing different that makes these cars to where someone needs to act in the way to a customer like I was treated today. I will never ever buy a car or service my car at Lamborghini Broward unless something major happens within that dealership. I would rather pay more and take my business elsewhere then be treated like I was today. I own my cars I do not let them own me. They are driven not showpieces. Apparently thats the clientele that they want. Goodluck Lamborghini Broward. You failed your FIRST CUSTOMER
- Recommend this dealer? No
- Purchased a vehicle from this dealer? No
Fisker Ecosport
by 11/29/2013
onI had very good experience from here! The seller was kind and expert for Fisker models. Ecosport is my choise. I have driven 300 miles and used only two gallons of gas!
- Recommend this dealer? Yes
- Purchased a vehicle from this dealer? Yes
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A year on from Alisson‘s incredible headed winner against West Brom, the impact on Liverpool’s fortunes can be felt with a place in the Champions League final…
Sliding door moments often come in monotonous and uneventful shapes and sizes, with consequences that don’t become tangible until a much later date.
Other times, they take your breath away. They remind you what it’s like to feel alive and why it is you invest so much time and energy into any given venture.
Alisson Becker’s 95th-minute header at the Hawthorns on May 16, 2021 unquestionably falls into the latter category, but the domino effect consistent in all of these instances remains at the heart of Liverpool’s quest for greatness.
To use a worn cliche, if a Hollywood writer had scripted it, it would’ve been rejected for being too far-fetched and utopian.
The chance was worth just 0.09xG.
It was a minor miracle that the club’s design team had created a graphic to commemorate an Alisson goal on social media – a piece of work that ought to have never have seen the light of day.
“You can’t explain those kinds of things, this is football”
The Brazilian, who seldom gives TV interviews, spoke eloquently on a uniquely emotional day, while the rest of us were losing our heads.
Liverpool’s dream of Champions League qualification was still breathing in a season plagued with injuries and empty stadia, in a way that truly cannot be explained.
Very little had fallen in Liverpool’s favour that season.
Having been top at Christmas for a third successive season, the Reds ended a 68-game home unbeaten streak in emphatic fashion with six straight defeats at Anfield, putting themselves out of the title and, seemingly, top-four picture.
It was once again the man between the sticks, as had been the case with a phenomenal stoppage-time save against Napoli in December 2018, who came to the rescue and ensured that Liverpool remained in the conversation.
“We have a strong goal to achieve the Champions League because we won it once, and everything starts with the qualification.”
And what a header it was. Jurgen Klopp described it as “insane technique,” adding that he’d never seen anything like it in all of his years in the game.
Goalkeepers are predominantly brought up for last-minute corners to act as a nuisance or distraction for defenders.
Even in the rare instances where they have found the net from such scenarios, it is typically an equaliser or a cup game, and almost never as significant as this one was and might still turn out to be.
John Achterberg, a man who has taken criticism from some quarters in the past, was able to take the acclaim on a magical afternoon, having given the green light to go forward “with conviction” for what was to be the last act of the game.
Alisson himself has since joked that he is prepared to go up for more corners should the situation require it.
The goal that brought us back
Should Liverpool go on to win a seventh European Cup in Paris, that goal ought to be remembered in the same bracket as Gerrard’s stunner against Olympiakos in December 2004.
In the same bracket as that very save against Napoli.
It’s not just in Europe that that goal holds significance for Liverpool. It is impossible to quantify the impact and momentum generated, and the role that has played in their fortunes since.
The 2-1 win over West Brom came in the middle of an eight game-winning run which catapulted a depleted Liverpool from the doldrums to third in the league.
Fast-forward 12 months and Liverpool have reached the climax of one of the greatest seasons in history.
It was very possibly the goal that brought us back.
The team and the club are in better shape now than they have ever been, and the position that we find ourselves in is worlds apart from the arduous nature of 2020/21 behind closed doors.
Perhaps that is the only missing piece of an otherwise freakishly perfect winner.
A full away end during that goal and the minutes that followed would have been something to behold, a stark reminder of what football was missing in a season which, aside from that, we would rather forget.
Player of the Season?
The momentum doesn’t just apply to the team’s fortunes either.
Alisson himself has been in the form of his life in 2021/22, quite possibly Liverpool’s player of the season with 20 league clean sheets to his name ahead of the final two games.
The tragic passing of his father less than three months earlier made the goal and everything that came with it all the more remarkable.
The Brazilian clearly holds his faith extremely close to his heart, citing his religion as the only logical explanation for what had taken place and professing that God had “placed his hand on my head.”
No matter where your belief systems lie, it is difficult to argue that some form of divine force had a part to play here.
The moments that make it worth it
It’s moments like this that remind you what you’re in it for.
Trophies will always be the measuring stick but the highs and lows of the journey are what will keep us coming back for more.
“Just enjoy the ride,” were the words of Virgil van Dijk following an unconvincing 2-0 win over Watford in early April.
Some viewed that as a nod to the nervy atmosphere which consumed the ground that day, but regardless of the intentions it has never been more pertinent.
There was no trophy at the Hawthorns following the header, nor at Old Trafford following the 5-0 thumping in October, but these are still moments you will carry with you for the rest of your life.
There were other unexpected heroes during the resurgent end to 2020/21, not least Nat Phillips and Rhys Williams, and there were other significant hurdles, including the long-overdue 4-2 win at Old Trafford just three days earlier.
It was a funny time in our Liverpool-supporting lives, but one we can now look back on with fondness as a result of everything that has followed.
No matter what happens in Paris, there is so much to take from this season and the journey it took to get here in the first place.
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For many years now, the same old story has been replayed for the Chelsea faithful. The Blues would be in a much better position if they had the right calibre of strikers on their side. I can only go off of the possibility that this statement is true. What if the Blues had their ideal striker playing for them? What if they could have won the FA Cup last season or the season before that?
As per every other FA Cup final the Blues have played in Wembley in the last three years, Chelsea did not take their chances. The game was there for them to take but they just fell drastically short which was such a shame. You could argue that things would have been different with a striker such as Erling Haaland or even dare I say it, Robert Lewandowski.
The Bayern Munich forward has confirmed that he will be leaving the German giants this summer. "I can confirm that I spoke to Hasan [Salihamidzic, Bayern sporting director] and informed him that the decision was made -- and that I am not extending my contract with FC Bayern," he told Sky Germany.
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Lewandowski has spent most of his career playing in Germany. Whilst he has spent time at both Dortmund and Bayern Munich, the Poland international is used to winning. It comes naturally to him. He is just a prolific goal scorer in need of a new challenge, so I wish to give him just that. He should accept the challenge of taking Chelsea one step closer to their rivals, Manchester City and Liverpool. The chance to play in what is seen as a difficult league and show his doubters that he can deliver under any circumstance.
European football expert, Julien Laurens seems to believe that Lewandowski would be the perfect solution for Chelsea if they are to sell Romelu Lukaku this summer. He told ESPN: "You still need a striker if Lukaku goes. So is Lewandowski the answer? He’s an incredible striker. Will he go to Chelsea? Maybe. If you buy Lewandowski, I think you get close to City and Liverpool.”
The Bundesliga will be losing two prolific goal scorers. Lewandowski is one and Erling Haaland is the other. Manchester City has agreed on a deal with the Norwegian. With 29 goals in 30 games, only one player is able to surpass Haaland's match to goal ratio from the German league. Lewandowski managed a whopping 50 goals in 46 matches. What better way to close the gap to Manchester City than to sign Haaland's direct competitor?
If Lewandowski had played for Chelsea in their FA Cup final against Liverpool, I can guarantee a difference in the overall scoreline. The chances missed by Romelu Lukaku and Christian Pulisic would have been buried by the Poland international. He is cut from a different cloth. If we truly are serious about closing the gap, I can't think of a better way to do so. The 33-year-old is ageing like fine wine and remains one of, if not the best goal scorer today. | https://www.football.london/chelsea-fc/transfer-news/chelsea-erling-haaland-thomas-tuchel-23963915 | 2022-05-16T07:29:24Z | https://www.football.london/chelsea-fc/transfer-news/chelsea-erling-haaland-thomas-tuchel-23963915 | true | 1 |
Video: Black Native African Forced to Stand in Back of WH Briefing Room Heckles Psaki on Her Final Day
Jen Psaki’s final day as White House press secretary was an unmitigated disaster.
In one fell swoop, with one simple question shouted from across the news briefing room, the Biden administration’s credibility on “racial equity” and “anti-racism” was utterly torn asunder.
As Psaki was finishing up her final day — thanking the administration and White House reporters while fighting back tears — Simon Ateba, the chief White House correspondent for Today News Africa, shouted one damning question from the back of the room.
Psaki is well-known for only answering questions from reporters sitting in the first two rows of the briefing room. Various establishment outlets — hand-selected by the White House Correspondents’ Association — are included on the White House press room seating chart.
Reporters from outlets such as Fox News, CNN, NPR and The New York Times sit in the first few rows. Reporters from organizations not on the approved list are forced to stand in the back of the room and are often not called on for questions.
“Why don’t you take questions from across the room?” Ateba asked on Friday. “Why don’t you take questions from across the room? Because that’s not what you’ve been able to do for the past 15 months.”
Is this “equity”?
An African reporter forced to sit in the back of the White House press briefing room tried to ask Psaki a question & was completely ignored.
“Why don’t you take questions from across the room?”
Psaki and an NPR reporter later urged him to remain silent. pic.twitter.com/N71gpQFUam
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Psaki completely ignored Ateba.
Minutes later, he shouted again.
“Jen, can I ask you a question from the back?” Ateba said. “Jen, can I ask you a question from the back?”
Both Psaki and NPR’s Tamara Keith later urged Ateba to remain silent, according to the New York Post.
“Simon, if you can respect your colleagues and other media and reporters in here, that would be greatly appreciated,” Psaki said.
Strange, I thought this — a white woman silencing a black man — was considered an act of racist aggression?
Then again, I guess in the eyes of social justice warriors it’s OK as long as that black man doesn’t toe the Democratic Party line.
Ateba has never been one to do so, so it’s no surprise that the Biden administration has attempted to silence him.
Back in December, Ateba got into an argument with Psaki over the Biden administration’s sweeping travel ban, later telling Fox News that if former President Donald Trump had instituted such a ban, he would have been labeled a racist.
Time and time again, the Biden administration has touted its goal of racial “equity” — also known as equality of outcomes, the antithesis of meritocracy and actual equality of opportunity — wherein minority groups are prioritized and given special advantages based solely on the color of their skin.
But that isn’t quite what the Biden administration, BLM-style activists and the modern Democratic Party stand for.
To them, “equity” is only acceptable if the beneficiaries fall in line with a big-government agenda.
In other words, to them, the only black lives that matter are the ones they agree with.
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Biden to highlight Russia-driven food prices spike at farm visit
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Kentucky Derby Winner Rich Strike's Owner Makes Big Decision on Horse's Future
Rich Strike won the 2022 Kentucky Derby this past weekend, and now the question is what's next for the horse? In a surprising move, Rick Dawson, the owner of Rich Strike announced that the horse won't compete in the upcoming Preakness Stakes, meaning there's no chance Rich Strike will win the Triple Crown. However, Rich Strike will likely compete at the Belmont Stakes on June 11.
"Obviously, with our tremendous effort and win in the Derby it's very, very tempting to alter our course & run in the Preakness at Pimlico, which would be a great honor for all our group," Dawson said on Twitter. "However, after much discussion & consideration with my trainer, Eric Reed & a few others, we are going to stay with our plan of what's best for Ritchie is what's best for our group, and pass on running in the Preakness, and point toward the Belmont in approximately 5 weeks. We thank the wonderful Preakness & Pimlico folks that have reached out to us & very much appreciate the invite.
As mentioned by CBS Sports, the plan was to always rest Rich Strike and compete in the Belmont Stakes, the last race of the Triple Crown, Preakness Stakes is set to take place on May 21. Rich Strike becomes the first Kentucky Derby winner to not compete in the Preakness since 2019. At that time, Country House didn't enter the race after winning the Derby following the disqualification of Maximum Security. The last horse to win the Triple Crown was Justify in 2018.
Rich Strike won the Kentucky Derby on 80-1 odds. The horse is the second-biggest longshot to have won the Derby after Donerial (91-1) odds in 1913. Shortly after the race, Dawson told reporters he wasn't sure if Rich Strike would go for the Triple Crown. "It will be great to have a Triple Crown battle with Epicenter and Zandon (the two horses that finished second and third in the Kentucky Derby)," Dawson said," per Yahoo Sports.
"I can't say until we get Rich Strike another day or two on the track. The vets have went over him head to toe and said he came out of the race just perfect, so all that part's great. Now, we are going to see how sore he is and how he feels. If he is full of life and ready to run, we may make a run to Maryland and see what we can do." | https://popculture.com/sports/news/kentucky-derby-winner-rich-strike-owner-makes-big-decision-horse-future-preakness-stakes/ | 2022-05-16T07:44:03Z | https://popculture.com/sports/news/kentucky-derby-winner-rich-strike-owner-makes-big-decision-horse-future-preakness-stakes/ | true | 1 |
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BEIRUT (AP) — Lebanon’s militant Hezbollah group and its allies appear to have suffered some losses in this weekend’s parliamentary elections, with their opponents gaining more seats and some of their traditional partners not making it into the legislature, early results showed Monday.
Despite the apparent setback, Hezbollah and its main Shiite ally, the Amal group of Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri, are likely to retain the 27 seats allocated to the sect. The unofficial results show that independents, including those from the 2019 protest movement, made some gains by removing longtime politicians from parliament.
The closely watched elections on Sunday were the first since a devastating economic crisis erupted in Lebanon in October 2019, triggering nationwide protests against the ruling class blamed for decades of corruption and mismanagement.
It was also the first election since the August 2020 Beirut port explosion that killed more than 200 people, injured thousands and destroyed parts of the Lebanese capital. The blast, widely blamed on negligence, was set off by hundreds of tons of poorly stored ammonium nitrate that ignited in a port warehouse.
The Saudi-backed Christian Lebanese Forces party, which has been among the most vocal critics of the Iran-armed Hezbollah, says it won at least 20 seats, adding five members from the 2018 vote. This would make it the largest Christian bloc in parliament, replacing the Free Patriotic Movement that was founded by President Michel Aoun and has been a Hezbollah ally since 2006.
Independents also appear to be making some significant gains, but they remain far from making changes as the main winners of the vote are likely to be mainstream political group.
A strong Hezbollah ally in south Lebanon reportedly lost his seat to an independent, while another independent, Mark Daou, says “we are heading to a big victory.” Daou is running in the Mount Lebanon region of Aley against longtime Druze politician Talal Arslan.
Official results were expected to be announced later Monday.
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SANAA, Yemen (AP) — The first commercial flight in six years took off from Yemen’s rebel-held capital on Monday, officials said, part of a fragile truce in the county’s grinding civil war.
The Yemen Airways flight, with 151 passengers on board, was bound for Jordan’s capital of Amman, according to media outlets run by the Iran-backed Houthi rebels.
Earlier, the plane had arrived in Sanaa to pick up the passengers. It was not clear where the plane had came from. On touchdown, the aircraft was welcomed by a ceremonial “water salute,” according to a video posted online by the national carrier.
The flight is part of the U.N.-brokered, 60-day truce agreement that the internationally recognized government and the Houthi rebels struck last month. The truce, which went into effect on April 2, is the first nationwide cease-fire in Yemen in six years.
The truce accord calls for two commercial flights a week to and from Sanaa to Jordan and Egypt. The Houthi-held Sanaa is blockaded by the Saudi-led coalition, which backs the internationally recognized government.
The flight was initially due to take off on April 2 but a dispute over passports issued by the Houthis had delayed the departure date. This time, the internationally recognized government allowed passengers with Houthi-issued documents to board the flight.
The fragile truce came amid concerted international and regional efforts to find a settlement to the conflict that has devastated the Arab world’s poorest country and pushed it to the brink of famine.
Yemen’s civil war erupted in 2014, when the Houthis seized the capital, Sanaa, and forced the government into exile. The Saudi-led coalition entered the war in early 2015 to try restore the government to power. | https://www.theheraldreview.com/news/article/First-flight-in-years-takes-off-from-Yemen-s-17175187.php | 2022-05-16T07:47:15Z | https://www.theheraldreview.com/news/article/First-flight-in-years-takes-off-from-Yemen-s-17175187.php | false | 11 |
Savara Inc (NASDAQ:SVRA – Get Rating) – Research analysts at Oppenheimer boosted their Q2 2022 earnings per share estimates for Savara in a research report issued on Thursday, May 12th. Oppenheimer analyst F. Brisebois now anticipates that the company will earn ($0.06) per share for the quarter, up from their prior estimate of ($0.08). Oppenheimer also issued estimates for Savara’s Q3 2022 earnings at ($0.07) EPS, Q4 2022 earnings at ($0.08) EPS and FY2022 earnings at ($0.26) EPS.
Separately, Zacks Investment Research lowered shares of Savara from a “hold” rating to a “sell” rating in a research note on Tuesday, April 5th.
Savara (NASDAQ:SVRA – Get Rating) last issued its quarterly earnings results on Wednesday, March 30th. The company reported ($0.07) earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, meeting analysts’ consensus estimates of ($0.07).
Large investors have recently added to or reduced their stakes in the company. Metropolitan Life Insurance Co NY acquired a new stake in Savara during the first quarter valued at $83,000. Marquette Asset Management LLC acquired a new stake in Savara during the fourth quarter valued at $116,000. Goldman Sachs Group Inc. grew its position in Savara by 47.4% during the fourth quarter. Goldman Sachs Group Inc. now owns 106,410 shares of the company’s stock valued at $132,000 after buying an additional 34,221 shares during the period. JPMorgan Chase & Co. grew its position in Savara by 191.7% during the fourth quarter. JPMorgan Chase & Co. now owns 160,155 shares of the company’s stock valued at $198,000 after buying an additional 105,256 shares during the period. Finally, Connor Clark & Lunn Investment Management Ltd. grew its position in Savara by 13.9% during the third quarter. Connor Clark & Lunn Investment Management Ltd. now owns 163,545 shares of the company’s stock valued at $226,000 after buying an additional 19,963 shares during the period. Hedge funds and other institutional investors own 71.64% of the company’s stock.
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An Auckland woman is desperate to find her brother who disappeared weeks ago after being discharged from a mental health facility.
Manukau resident Jamie Way, 53, turned up at his sister Tracey's house on April 15 in a state of mental distress and suicidal.
Jamie stayed with his sister and a friend over the weekend before Tracey took him to a mental health facility in South Auckland on Monday, April 18 after her brother came to her trembling and in tears.
"He said, 'Sis, I need you to admit me, I can't take it any more'," Tracey said.
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Advertise with NZME."I gave him a big hug and said, 'Jamie, it's going to be okay, nothing's going to happen to you'."
Tracey spoke to her brother a couple of times while he was under supervision and he continued to exhibit signs of mental distress.
She called the facility again on April 28 and discovered he had reportedly been discharged and released on Eugenia Rise in Totara Heights near Manukau two days earlier.
Jamie hadn't been seen since, prompting a plea from Counties Manukau police for the public's help in their search.
Tracey, Jamie's only family member in Auckland, was heartbroken at her brother's disappearance and was very concerned for his safety.
"I just want him to come home," she told the Herald.
"[I would tell him] I love him and we'll get him the help he needs."
Tracey said her brother had a history of mental distress and she believed Jamie was on medication.
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Advertise with NZME.When asked how her brother's mental distress may have developed, Tracey couldn't speculate but clarified Jamie didn't drink alcohol or do illegal drugs.
After speaking with the mental health facility staff member who dropped him off, Tracey said Jamie reportedly told the staffer he didn't want to be driven home to prevent them from learning the address.
This, in addition to the facility not informing her of her brother's release, made Tracey question the conduct of facility staff.
"To me, I just think that's appalling."
It was understood Jamie was moved across different mental health facilities during the week after being admitted.
The Herald was referred to the Counties Manukau District Health Board when a journalist contacted a facility where Jamie was reportedly assessed.
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After a plea on Facebook, Tracey was told someone matching Jamie's description - bald with a goatee - was seen in Nelson.
However, with no activity on his bank account and his car still in Auckland, Tracey was unsure whether that report was accurate.
Jamie didn't have children of his own, but was a loving uncle to many nieces and nephews through his seven siblings.
Tracey said her brother was not dangerous and asked anyone who saw Jamie to tell him his family were looking for him and were worried about his safety.
Anyone who had seen Jamie could call police on 105, quoting file number 220429/9968.
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BBC’s Deborah James receives damehood after revealing she has moved to hospice care
Deborah James , the cancer campaigner and podcast host, has been awarded a damehood, Downing Street has confirmed.
The 40-year-old disclosed this week that she had stopped active treatment for her terminal bowel cancer and moved to hospice-at-home care, “with my incredible family all around me”.
In a moving final episode of her BBC podcast, You, Me And The Big C , the much-loved presenter told her listeners that she could have “weeks at most” to live.
A former headteacher, James was diagnosed with bowel cancer in 2016 and has kept her more than 500,000 Instagram followers up to date with her treatments, having started her podcast in 2018.
The mother-of-two, who is known as Bowel Babe online, has raised more than £3.7m after setting up a Just Giving page to raise money for clinical trials, research, and raising awareness of bowel cancer .
On Thursday night, No 10 confirmed that Ms James is to be made a dame, saying: “The Queen has been pleased to approve that the honour of damehood be conferred upon Deborah James.”
Boris Johnson said that, “if ever an honour was richly deserved, this is it”, adding: “Deborah has been an inspiration and her honesty, warmth and courage has been a source of strength to so many people.
“Through her tireless campaigning and by so openly sharing her experience she has not only helped in our fight against this terrible disease, she has ensured countless others with the Big C have not felt alone.
“I hope this recognition from Her Majesty – backed I'm sure by the whole country – will provide some comfort to Deborah and her family at this difficult time. My thoughts are with them and Deborah should know she has the country's love and gratitude.”
Ms James has been treated at the Royal Marsden hospital, of which Prince William is patron. Earlier this week, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and his wife donated an undisclosed sum to Ms James’s fundraising initiative.
The royal couple praised Ms James as “one of those special people” who “captures the heart of the nation with their zest for life and tenacious desire to give back to society”, and thanked her for her “tireless efforts” and “for giving hope to so many”.
In an Instagram post this week, Ms James told her followers that the last six months had been “heartbreaking”, but that she had been surrounded by “so much love” and had “no regrets”.
“We have tried everything, but my body simply isn’t playing ball,” the campaigner said, adding: “Right now for me it’s all about taking it a day at a time, step by step and being grateful for another sunrise.
“My whole family are around me and we will dance through this together, sunbathing and laughing (I’ll cry!!) at every possible moment!”
Additional reporting by PA | https://www.newsbreak.com/news/2601396242054/bbc-s-deborah-james-receives-damehood-after-revealing-she-has-moved-to-hospice-care | 2022-05-16T07:51:34Z | https://www.newsbreak.com/news/2601396242054/bbc-s-deborah-james-receives-damehood-after-revealing-she-has-moved-to-hospice-care | false | 1 |
Link to today’s readings: Daily Bible Reading – May 16, 2022 | USCCB
Monday of the Fifth Week of Easter
Lectionary: 285
Reading I
There was an attempt in Iconium
by both the Gentiles and the Jews,
together with their leaders,
to attack and stone Paul and Barnabas.
They realized it,
and fled to the Lycaonian cities of Lystra and Derbe
and to the surrounding countryside,
where they continued to proclaim the Good News.
At Lystra there was a crippled man, lame from birth,
who had never walked.
He listened to Paul speaking, who looked intently at him,
saw that he had the faith to be healed,
and called out in a loud voice, “Stand up straight on your feet.”
He jumped up and began to walk about.
When the crowds saw what Paul had done,
they cried out in Lycaonian,
“The gods have come down to us in human form.”
They called Barnabas “Zeus” and Paul “Hermes,”
because he was the chief speaker.
And the priest of Zeus, whose temple was at the entrance to the city,
brought oxen and garlands to the gates,
for he together with the people intended to offer sacrifice.
The Apostles Barnabas and Paul tore their garments
when they heard this and rushed out into the crowd, shouting,
“Men, why are you doing this?
We are of the same nature as you, human beings.
We proclaim to you good news
that you should turn from these idols to the living God,
who made heaven and earth and sea and all that is in them.
In past generations he allowed all Gentiles to go their own ways;
yet, in bestowing his goodness,
he did not leave himself without witness,
for he gave you rains from heaven and fruitful seasons,
and filled you with nourishment and gladness for your hearts.”
Even with these words, they scarcely restrained the crowds
from offering sacrifice to them.
Responsorial Psalm
R. (1ab) Not to us, O Lord, but to your name give the glory.
or:
R. Alleluia.
Not to us, O LORD, not to us
but to your name give glory
because of your mercy, because of your truth.
Why should the pagans say,
“Where is their God?”
R. Not to us, O Lord, but to your name give the glory.
or:
R. Alleluia.
Our God is in heaven;
whatever he wills, he does.
Their idols are silver and gold,
the handiwork of men.
R. Not to us, O Lord, but to your name give the glory.
or:
R. Alleluia.
May you be blessed by the LORD,
who made heaven and earth.
Heaven is the heaven of the LORD,
but the earth he has given to the children of men.
R. Not to us, O Lord, but to your name give the glory.
or:
R. Alleluia.
Alleluia
R. Alleluia, alleluia.
The Holy Spirit will teach you everything
and remind you of all I told you.
R. Alleluia, alleluia.
Gospel
Jesus said to his disciples:
“Whoever has my commandments and observes them
is the one who loves me.
Whoever loves me will be loved by my Father,
and I will love him and reveal myself to him.”
Judas, not the Iscariot, said to him,
“Master, then what happened that you will reveal yourself to us
and not to the world?”
Jesus answered and said to him,
“Whoever loves me will keep my word,
and my Father will love him,
and we will come to him and make our dwelling with him.
Whoever does not love me does not keep my words;
yet the word you hear is not mine
but that of the Father who sent me.
“I have told you this while I am with you.
The Advocate, the Holy Spirit
whom the Father will send in my name —
he will teach you everything
and remind you of all that I told you.” | https://novenaprayer.com/2022/05/16/daily-bible-reading-may-16-2022/ | 2022-05-16T07:53:50Z | https://novenaprayer.com/2022/05/16/daily-bible-reading-may-16-2022/ | true | 1 |
Nonspeaking valedictorian with autism delivers moving graduation address
WINTER PARK, Fla. (WESH) - A Florida college valedictorian delivered an inspirational speech to her graduating class without actually saying a word. Instead, she used a computer program to share her voice.
At just 15 months old, doctors said Elizabeth Bonker would not have the ability to speak after being diagnosed with autism. But when she graduated from Rollins College last Sunday, she delivered the valedictorian speech.
Bonker shared her words of wisdom through a text-to-speech computer program.
“I am one of the lucky few nonspeaking autistics who have been taught to type. That one critical intervention unlocked my mind from its silent cage, enabling me to communicate and to be educated,” she said.
Four other valedictorians nominated Bonker to deliver the speech in front of her graduating class of more than 500 students.
“God gave you a voice. Use it. Because if you can see the worth in me, then you can see the worth in everyone you meet,” she said in the speech.
For Bonker’s mother, Virginia Breen, it was an extra special Mother’s Day as she watched her daughter take center stage.
“I’m just going to burst into tears, I think, because it was such a long journey for us. You know, there were times which felt a bit hopeless,” she said.
Breen read her daughter’s messages out loud during an interview over Zoom.
“I am not special. All nonspeaking students with autism can be taught to type. That is my mission. We need to change the way the world sees autism. Just because someone cannot speak doesn’t mean they can’t feel and think,” Breen read.
Bonker says she’ll always be hopeful that people will remember to serve for others, just like her mother did by never giving up.
“Parents with children with autism, I hope that what they may take away from Elizabeth’s story is that their children are capable and that we need to keep investing in them, advocating for them, believing in them,” Breen said.
Bonker is continuing her service after graduation with her nonprofit Communication 4 All, aspiring to make communication accessible to the 31 million nonverbal people worldwide with autism.
Copyright 2022 WESH via CNN Newsource. All rights reserved. | https://www.ksla.com/2022/05/16/nonspeaking-valedictorian-with-autism-delivers-moving-graduation-address/ | 2022-05-16T07:54:26Z | https://www.ksla.com/2022/05/16/nonspeaking-valedictorian-with-autism-delivers-moving-graduation-address/ | true | 20 |
A “gut-wrenching” clean up and recovery is under way across Queensland as the flood waters slowly subside from the second major rain event this year.
Queensland’s southern interior remained on edge on Monday as river systems continue to rise, with flood warnings in place for the Mary, Condamine, Balonne, Thompson and Cooper river and creek catchments.
But as the rain event eased, the focus shifted to recovery efforts in the Lockyer Valley, where Laidley’s main street and surrounding farmland were swamped by flood waters.
While the immediate cost of repair was still being counted, Australians have been warned the price of fresh fruit and vegetables will increase in the wake of the disaster.
Farmers who risked planting after the February deluge lost entire crops and face financial ruin after the second deluge.
Lockyer Valley’s mayor, Tanya Milligan, said crops were rotting in the ground and 90% of insurance claims have been rejected.
“A lot of those farmers were hoping and depending on that (insurance payout),” Milligan said.
“We will have farmers that have no intention to replant. You have people that have just lost absolutely everything and they will be wondering is it all worth it?
“That is a huge concern and I don’t know how quickly they will recover. I don’t know what that will mean for us as a state, as a nation … for every mum and dad and a couple of kids wanting to buy their produce from the supermarket.”
For a community that has battled years of drought and now floods, Milligan said the strain had taken a toll as exhausted locals tackled yet another major clean up.
“The last few days have been very at times gut-wrenching, soul-destroying and quite emotional,” Milligan told reporters.
“I think it would be fair for me to say, and I need to say it as mayor, that we’re a bit fatigued.
“While the waters have subsided … I really believe that it’s the emotional side of things and the build back and the cleanup … that’s the really tough stuff.”
Last week’s unseasonal May rainfall inundated homes and businesses, with roads and bridges swamped across the state.
One woman was killed when a car was submerged in flood waters near Mackay on Wednesday. She was still wearing her seatbelt when her body was found.
Another two people remained unaccounted for as police scoured the Brisbane River for a man last seen on Sunday while a second man was missing near Stanthorpe.
Keiran Wilson, 26, was last seen abouy 9am on Friday 13 May driving away from his Ballandean home during the flooding.
Queensland’s police minister, Mark Ryan, said the state government would work with the community to repair and rebuild.
“There have been a number of businesses and residents impacted in this region and it breaks your heart to see that people are impacted to the extent that they are,” Ryan said.
“While you can always rebuild, it’s the emotional toll that disasters like this have on people’s lives.
“I wanted to reinforce to everyone that, you know, the authorities, the council’s the state government, the federal government, we all work together here to support people in the recovery effort.”
While the upper trough that triggered the deluge has moved offshore, light showers are expected to hang around during the week before another weather system develops on Friday. | https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2022/may/16/is-it-all-worth-it-farmers-left-heartbroken-as-queensland-floods-ruin-crops | 2022-05-16T07:54:37Z | https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2022/may/16/is-it-all-worth-it-farmers-left-heartbroken-as-queensland-floods-ruin-crops | true | 4 |
SportJermell Charlo's scathing post-fight words for Tim TszyuJermell Charlo brutally dismisses Tszyu's prospects of a fight, going as far as taking aim at Australian journalist Duncan McKenzie-McHarg who dared ask the question.May 16, 2022 — 5.01pmSaveLog in, register or subscribe to save articles for later.LoadingReplayReplay videoPlay videoPlay video | https://www.smh.com.au/sport/jermell-charlos-scathing-post-fight-words-for-tim-tszyu-20220516-p5altq.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_sport | 2022-05-16T07:54:54Z | https://www.smh.com.au/sport/jermell-charlos-scathing-post-fight-words-for-tim-tszyu-20220516-p5altq.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_sport | true | null |
from the in-some-places-they-call-them-midi-chlorians dept.
These Nanobots Can Swim Around a Wound and Kill Bacteria:
[...] It turns out, the nanobots are among us. For over a decade, Samuel Sánchez, a chemist with the Institute for Bioengineering of Catalonia, in Barcelona, has been envisioning nanobots that could carry useful payloads, like cancer drugs or antibiotics, through the body’s viscous fluids.
Picture a spherical particle of silica, which functions as a chassis. Sánchez has shown that you can dot its surface with a mess of special proteins that propel the particle through fluid, like little motors. His lab has experimented with different chassis, motors, and cargo. In research published in late April, they joined forces with antibiotics researchers. The team loaded silica nanobots with experimental antibiotics—including one derived from wasp venom—to treat infected wounds on mice. The nanobots, which were dropped onto one end of an infected wound, traveled through the skin to treat the entire area—the first report of nanobots killing bacteria in animals.
“We see that the whole wound gets covered. The machines can actually travel around the wound and clear the infection as they go,” says César de la Fuente, a bioengineer at the University of Pennsylvania who led the project with Sánchez.
That matters, because drugs normally depend on diffusion, or the process of passively spreading through the body’s fluids. If the most perfect antibiotic in the world can diffuse only as well as a brick in a tub of jelly—well, it’s not perfect.
Journal Reference:
Xavier Arqué et al., Autonomous Treatment of Bacterial Infections in Vivo Using Antimicrobial Micro- and Nanomotors, American Chemical Society, 2022 (DOI: https://pubs.acs.org/doi/10.1021/acsnano.1c11013)
Ana C. Hortelão et al., Enzyme-Powered Nanobots Enhance Anticancer Drug Delivery, 2017 (DOI: https://doi.org/10.1002/adfm.201705086)
Ana C. Hortelao et al., Swarming behavior and in vivo monitoring of enzymatic nanomotors within the bladder, 2021 (DOI: https://doi.org/10.1126/scirobotics.abd2823)
Marcelo D. T. Torres et al., The wasp venom antimicrobial peptide polybia-CP and its synthetic derivatives display antiplasmodial and anticancer properties, 2020 (DOI: https://doi.org/10.1002/btm2.10167) | https://soylentnews.org/article.pl?sid=22/05/15/0114205&from=rss | 2022-05-16T07:55:47Z | https://soylentnews.org/article.pl?sid=22/05/15/0114205&from=rss | false | 1 |
The European Union's plan to offer energy firms a way to pay for Russian natural gas without breaching sanctions helped send prices lower for a second day as invoice deadlines loom.
Benchmark gas futures in the Netherlands fell as much as 3pc on Monday, extending Friday's 9.2pc loss.
The European Commission is set to offer buyers new guidance on how to pay for gas, satisfying President Vladimir Putin's demands while avoiding a potential breach of penalties imposed as a result of Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
Traders have been eagerly waiting for an update of the European guidance, with most payment deadlines due by the end of the month.
Russia had asked companies to accept a new transaction method that would involve opening two accounts at Gazprombank, one in euros or dollar and another in rubles.
In the new guidance, Europe plans to tell companies they should make a clear statement that they consider obligations fulfilled once they pay in euros or dollars, in line with existing contracts, according to people familiar with the matter.
The bloc could also cap gas prices if Russia cuts or significantly limits shipments, according to a draft of energy-market intervention measures seen by Bloomberg News.
Dutch front-month gas, the European benchmark, fell to €94 per megawatt-hour, before trading 2.8pc lower at €94.2 by 8:32 a.m. in Amsterdam.
Russian gas flows crossing Ukraine are expected to be lower on Monday, based on shipment orders.
Last week, gas shipments to Europe via the route were curtailed after a key cross-border entry point was put out of action because of troop activity on the ground.
That's helping to support prices. | https://www.independent.ie/business/world/european-gas-prices-drop-as-eu-drafts-plan-for-russian-payments-41653566.html | 2022-05-16T07:55:53Z | https://www.independent.ie/business/world/european-gas-prices-drop-as-eu-drafts-plan-for-russian-payments-41653566.html | false | 2 |
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Image: Twitter@NASAJPL
In the midst of India's unprecedented heatwave, equipment aboard NASA's space station records scorching temperatures in metropolitan areas near India's capital New Delhi. The National Aeronautics and Space Administration Jet Propulsion Laboratory (NASA JPL) on May 13 had released an image on Twitter depicting Delhi's ground temperatures at midnight on May 5. This photograph displays the urban and agricultural regions, northwest of Delhi (the big red patch in the bottom right seen in the image below), which are home to around 28 million people, according to a report from NASA. This picture comprises around 12,350 square kilometres.
Furthermore, these temperatures have been recorded from space by NASA's Ecosystem Spaceborne Thermal Radiometer Experiment on Space Station instrument (ECOSTRESS), which has the best spatial resolution of any satellite sensor.
Cities are often markedly warmer than the countryside, and that's critical in a heat wave. This image, taken by @NASA's ECOSTRESS instrument on the @Space_Station, shows "heat islands" in and near Delhi, India, with nighttime temps up to 102° F (40° hotter than nearby fields). pic.twitter.com/yjzkdjDYev
— NASA JPL (@NASAJPL) May 12, 2022
Since mid-March, India along with Pakistan has been engulfed by a persistent heatwave that has resulted in scores of fatalities, fires, increased air pollution, as well as lower crop production.
In addition to this, as per the report from NASA, human actions and the materials utilised in the built environment cause cities to be significantly warmer than the surrounding countryside. These urban "heat islands" are vividly defined in the photograph.
Temperatures during the nighttime in Delhi and numerous smaller villages had exceeded 35 degrees Celsius (95 degrees Fahrenheit), reaching roughly 39 degrees C (102 degrees Fahrenheit), whereas agricultural areas adjacent dropped to around 15 degrees C (60 degrees Fahrenheit). According to this data, city people are experiencing temperatures that are significantly higher than the average temperatures recorded for their localities.
Apart from this, ECOSTRESS monitors the ground temperature, which is quite comparable to nighttime air temperature (although the ground may be warmer than the air in daylight time). In 2018, the instrument was deployed to the Space Station. Its major goal is to determine plant water usage and stress thresholds, providing information on their potential to adapt to a warmer environment. Other heat-related occurrences, such as this heatwave, are also recorded by ECOSTRESS. Its high-resolution photos, which have a pixel size of around 225 feet (70 metres) by 125 feet (38 metres), are a significant tool for comprehending features of the weather event that regular observation networks could ignore, according to the NASA report.
While ECOSTRESS's primary mission is to provide insight into plants' ability to respond to the changing climate by measuring ground temps, its high-res images are a powerful tool for understanding aspects of the weather events often overlooked by traditional observation networks.
— NASA JPL (@NASAJPL) May 12, 2022 | https://www.republicworld.com/india-news/general-news/nasa-detects-heat-islands-in-extreme-indian-heatwave-as-delhi-records-49-degrees-articleshow.html | 2022-05-16T07:56:02Z | https://www.republicworld.com/india-news/general-news/nasa-detects-heat-islands-in-extreme-indian-heatwave-as-delhi-records-49-degrees-articleshow.html | true | 1 |
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Image: MiaGlover/Twitter/AndrewSymonds/Insta
Former Australian cricketer Andrew Symonds died in an accident in Townsville, Queensland, on Saturday after his car rolled over and went off the road. Louise, Symonds' sister, has written a touching letter in which she wishes she could spend one more day with her late brother. Louise said in her note, which she left near the accident site, that her heart was broken and that she will always love her brother.
"Gone far too soon! Rest in peace Andrew. I wish we had one more day, one more phone call. My heart is broken, I will always love you my brother," Louise wrote in her letter.
Floral tributes lay at the crash site where Andrew “Roy” Symonds lost his life on Saturday night, outside of Townsville.
— Mia Glover (@miaglover_9) May 15, 2022
The letter, penned by his sister, reads “I will always love you my brother” @TheTodayShow pic.twitter.com/Wt3EZGc6Ty
Symonds was killed on Saturday after being involved in a tragic car accident. The former cricketer was travelling alone in his car with his two pet dogs when the incident occurred. According to reports, emergency responders tried to revive Symonds but he succumbed to his injuries. Local residents who arrived at the scene immediately after the accident revealed that Symonds' car was upside down when they reached the site. They saw the cricketer lying unresponsive with the engine running and the radio still on.
Babetha Neliman, one of the first people to reach the accident site, told 7NEWS that the two pet dogs were also present near the crashed car and didn't want to leave Symonds' side. The dogs were later handed over to the family members of Symonds. The late cricketer is survived by his wife, Laura, and two children, Chloe and Billy.
Symonds, who was part of Australia's World Cup-winning squad for two consecutive editions, had made his international debut in 1998. His first game for Australia was a One-Day International against Pakistan. Symonds went on to play 198 ODIs for his country, scoring 5,088 runs at an average of 39.75. Symonds also played 26 Test matches for Australia, starting in 2005. He scored 1,462 Test runs at an average of 40.61.
Symonds was also part of the Indian Premier League (IPL) in its formative years. He was the most expensive overseas player in the first edition of the cash-rich league. Symonds was bought by Deccan Chargers in 2008. He won the IPL title next year with the same franchise. Symonds then made a move to Mumbai Indians for a couple of seasons before retiring from the sport in 2011. | https://www.republicworld.com/sports-news/cricket-news/andrew-symonds-sister-leaves-handwritten-note-at-crash-site-i-wish-we-had-one-more-day-articleshow.html | 2022-05-16T08:00:10Z | https://www.republicworld.com/sports-news/cricket-news/andrew-symonds-sister-leaves-handwritten-note-at-crash-site-i-wish-we-had-one-more-day-articleshow.html | false | 1 |
James Olson, Actor Who Appeared in Dozens of '70s TV Hits, Dead at 91
James R. Olson, who starred in dozens of hit 1970s television series, died last month. He was 91. Olson, who retired from acting in 1990, also starred in the Paul Newman-directed Rachel, Rachel with Joanne Woodward, and the 1971 classic thriller The Andromeda Strain.
Olson died on April 17 at his home in Malibu, according to his obituary published in the Malibu Times on April 28. He is survived by two nieces, a nephew, and three grandnephews. He is also survived by his friends from Northwestern, Inga and Lowell Harris.
The actor was born on Oct. 8, 1930, in Evanston, Illinois to Leroy and Florence Olson. He worked as a child actor in Chicago before attending Northwestern University and serving in the U.S. Army. After his service, he moved to New York City to study with Lee Strasberg. He made his Broadway debut in the 1955 play The Young and the Beautiful, co-written by F. Scott Fitzgerald. He also starred in productions of Tennessee Williams' The Mutilated, The Three Sisters, and The Chinese Prime Minister.
Although he loved starring on the stage, he made several film and television appearances. In 1968, he starred in Newman's critically acclaimed directing debut Rachel, Rachel, which starred Woodward as a schoolteacher. Olson's other important film credits include The Andromeda Strain, The Three Sisters, and The Strange One. He also had a small role in Milos Forman's 1981 classic Ragtime.
Olson was also a ubiquitous presence on television during the 1960s and 1970s. He made appearances in The Defenders, The Virginian, McCloud, Medical Center, Gunsmoke, Bonanza, The F.B.I., Mannix, Kung Fu, Cannon, Maude, Wonder Woman, Battlestar Galactica, McMillan and Wife, Little House on the Prairie, and Barnaby Jones. He starred in five episodes of Hawaii Five-0 between 1972 and 1979, playing different characters in each episode. Olson also starred in several TV movies, including The Spell, The Missiles of October, and The Court-Martial of Goerge Armstrong Custer. He made his final onscreen appearance in a 1990 episode of Murder, She Wrote before his retirement. | https://popculture.com/tv-shows/news/james-olson-actor-who-appeared-in-dozens-70s-tv-hits-dead-91/ | 2022-05-16T08:09:23Z | https://popculture.com/tv-shows/news/james-olson-actor-who-appeared-in-dozens-70s-tv-hits-dead-91/ | false | 1 |
Daily Pivots: (S1) 157.14; (P) 157.82; (R1) 159.15; More…
Intraday bias in GBP/JPY remains neutral for the moment. Risk will stay on the downside as long as 162.16 minor resistance holds, as correction from 168.40 could extend. On the downside, below 155.57 will target 150.95 key structural support next.
In the bigger picture, up trend from 123.94 (2020 low) is still in progress. Sustained break of 61.8% retracement of 195.86 (2015 high) to 122.75 (2016 low) at 167.93 will be a long term bullish signal, and could pave the way back to 195.86 high. This will now remain the favored case as long as 150.95 support holds, even in case of deep pull back. However, firm break of 150.95 will indicate rejection by 167.93, and bearish trend reversal. | https://www.actionforex.com/technical-outlook/gbpjpy-outlook/444118-gbp-jpy-daily-outlook-1369/ | 2022-05-16T08:10:21Z | https://www.actionforex.com/technical-outlook/gbpjpy-outlook/444118-gbp-jpy-daily-outlook-1369/ | true | null |
Man Charged With Arson and Assault On Police
A local man will appear before the Magistrates’ Court this morning after being charged with Arson and Assault on Police over the weekend.
A statement from the RGP follows below
Jaydan Zarb, 24, of Mid Harbour Estate, was arrested by Response Team officers just after 7pm on Friday evening (13 May).
His arrest came after police received a report of a parked car on fire at Tank Ramp just before 6pm on Friday afternoon.
On police arrival, door to door enquiries were carried out, which resulted in Zarb being identified as the person who had allegedly set fire to the car.
He was later arrested at New Mole House Police Station after he attended regarding another matter.
The following morning he was arrested on suspicion of Assault on a Police Officer, after allegedly spitting at an officer in the Custody Suite.
On Saturday afternoon, he was charged with Arson and Assault on Police and was kept at New Mole House over the weekend until his appearance at the Magistrates’ Court this morning (Monday). | https://www.yourgibraltartv.com/crime/25614-man-charged-with-arson-and-assault-on-police | 2022-05-16T08:11:11Z | https://www.yourgibraltartv.com/crime/25614-man-charged-with-arson-and-assault-on-police | true | 1 |
NY New York NY Zone Forecast for Sunday, May 15, 2022
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343 AM EDT Mon May 16 2022
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343 AM EDT Mon May 16 2022
.TODAY...Mostly cloudy. A slight chance of showers this morning,
then showers and thunderstorms this afternoon. Patchy fog this
morning. Highs in the mid 70s. South winds 5 to 10 mph. Gusts up
to 20 mph this afternoon. Chance of rain 80 percent.
.TONIGHT...Mostly cloudy with showers and thunderstorms in the
evening, then mostly clear after midnight. Some thunderstorms may
be severe. Lows in the upper 50s. West winds around 10 mph with
gusts up to 20 mph. Chance of rain 80 percent.
.TUESDAY...Sunny. Highs in the mid 70s. West winds 15 to 20 mph
with gusts up to 30 mph.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 50s. Northwest
winds 10 to 15 mph. Gusts up to 25 mph in the evening.
.WEDNESDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the lower 70s. Northwest
winds 10 to 15 mph.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. A chance of showers after
midnight. Lows in the mid 50s. Chance of rain 30 percent.
.THURSDAY...Partly sunny. A chance of showers in the morning.
Highs in the lower 70s. Chance of rain 30 percent.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. Lows in the upper 50s.
.FRIDAY...Partly sunny. Highs in the upper 70s.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. Lows in the mid 60s.
.SATURDAY...Partly sunny. A chance of showers and thunderstorms
in the afternoon. Highs in the upper 80s. Chance of rain
30 percent.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. A chance of showers and
thunderstorms in the evening. Lows in the mid 60s. Chance of rain
30 percent.
.SUNDAY...Partly sunny. Highs around 80.
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343 AM EDT Mon May 16 2022
.TODAY...Mostly cloudy with a slight chance of showers this
morning, then partly sunny with showers and thunderstorms this
afternoon. Patchy fog this morning. Highs in the mid 70s. South
winds 5 to 10 mph. Gusts up to 20 mph this afternoon. Chance of
rain 80 percent.
.TONIGHT...Mostly cloudy with showers and thunderstorms in the
evening, then mostly clear after midnight. Some thunderstorms may
be severe. Lows in the upper 50s. West winds 10 to 15 mph with
gusts up to 25 mph. Chance of rain 80 percent.
.TUESDAY...Sunny. Highs in the lower 70s. West winds 15 to 20 mph
with gusts up to 30 mph.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 50s. Northwest
winds 10 to 15 mph. Gusts up to 25 mph in the evening.
.WEDNESDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the lower 70s. Northwest
winds 10 to 15 mph.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. A chance of showers after
midnight. Lows in the mid 50s. Chance of rain 30 percent.
.THURSDAY...Partly sunny. A chance of showers in the morning.
Highs in the lower 70s. Chance of rain 30 percent.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. Lows in the upper 50s.
.FRIDAY...Partly sunny. Highs in the upper 70s.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. Lows in the lower 60s.
.SATURDAY...Partly sunny. A chance of showers and thunderstorms
in the afternoon. Highs in the mid 80s. Chance of rain
30 percent.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. A chance of showers and
thunderstorms in the evening. Lows in the mid 60s. Chance of rain
30 percent.
.SUNDAY...Partly sunny. Highs in the upper 70s.
$$
NYZ176-162000-
Northern Queens-
343 AM EDT Mon May 16 2022
.TODAY...Mostly cloudy. A slight chance of showers this morning,
then showers and thunderstorms this afternoon. Patchy fog this
morning. Highs in the lower 70s. South winds 5 to 10 mph. Gusts
up to 20 mph this afternoon. Chance of rain 80 percent.
.TONIGHT...Mostly cloudy with showers and thunderstorms in the
evening, then mostly clear after midnight. Some thunderstorms may
be severe. Lows in the upper 50s. West winds around 10 mph with
gusts up to 20 mph. Chance of rain 80 percent.
.TUESDAY...Sunny. Highs in the mid 70s. West winds 15 to 20 mph
with gusts up to 30 mph.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 50s. Northwest
winds 10 to 15 mph. Gusts up to 25 mph in the evening.
.WEDNESDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the lower 70s. Northwest
winds 10 to 15 mph.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. A chance of showers after
midnight. Lows in the mid 50s. Chance of rain 30 percent.
.THURSDAY...Partly sunny. A chance of showers in the morning.
Highs around 70. Chance of rain 30 percent.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. Lows in the upper 50s.
.FRIDAY...Partly sunny. Highs in the upper 70s.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. Lows in the lower 60s.
.SATURDAY...Partly sunny. A chance of showers and thunderstorms
in the afternoon. Highs in the mid 80s. Chance of rain
30 percent.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. A chance of showers and
thunderstorms in the evening. Lows in the mid 60s. Chance of rain
30 percent.
.SUNDAY...Partly sunny. Highs in the upper 70s.
$$
NYZ178-162000-
Southern Queens-
343 AM EDT Mon May 16 2022
.TODAY...Mostly cloudy. A slight chance of showers this morning,
then showers and thunderstorms this afternoon. Patchy fog this
morning. Highs around 70. South winds 10 to 15 mph. Chance of
rain 80 percent.
.TONIGHT...Mostly cloudy with showers and thunderstorms in the
evening, then mostly clear after midnight. Some thunderstorms may
be severe. Lows in the upper 50s. West winds 10 to 15 mph. Chance
of rain 80 percent.
.TUESDAY...Sunny. Highs in the lower 70s. West winds 15 to 20 mph
with gusts up to 30 mph.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 50s. Northwest
winds 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 25 mph.
.WEDNESDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs around 70. West winds 10 to
15 mph.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. A chance of showers after
midnight. Lows in the mid 50s. Chance of rain 30 percent.
.THURSDAY...Partly sunny. A chance of showers in the morning.
Highs in the upper 60s. Chance of rain 30 percent.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. Lows in the upper 50s.
.FRIDAY...Partly sunny. Highs in the lower 70s.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. Lows in the lower 60s.
.SATURDAY...Partly sunny. Highs in the lower 80s.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. Lows in the lower 60s.
.SUNDAY...Partly sunny. Highs in the upper 70s.
$$
NYZ075-162000-
Kings (Brooklyn)-
343 AM EDT Mon May 16 2022
.TODAY...Mostly cloudy. A slight chance of showers this morning,
then showers and thunderstorms this afternoon. Patchy fog this
morning. Highs in the lower 70s. South winds 5 to 10 mph. Gusts
up to 20 mph this afternoon. Chance of rain 80 percent.
.TONIGHT...Mostly cloudy with showers and thunderstorms in the
evening, then mostly clear after midnight. Some thunderstorms may
be severe. Lows in the upper 50s. West winds 10 to 15 mph. Chance
of rain 80 percent.
.TUESDAY...Sunny. Highs in the lower 70s. West winds 15 to
20 mph.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 50s. Northwest
winds 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 25 mph.
.WEDNESDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the lower 70s. West winds
10 to 15 mph.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. A chance of showers after
midnight. Lows in the mid 50s. Chance of rain 30 percent.
.THURSDAY...Partly sunny. A chance of showers in the morning.
Highs in the upper 60s. Chance of rain 30 percent.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. Lows in the upper 50s.
.FRIDAY...Partly sunny. Highs in the mid 70s.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. Lows in the lower 60s.
.SATURDAY...Partly sunny. A chance of showers and thunderstorms
in the afternoon. Highs in the mid 80s. Chance of rain
30 percent.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. A chance of showers and
thunderstorms in the evening. Lows in the mid 60s. Chance of rain
30 percent.
.SUNDAY...Partly sunny. Highs in the upper 70s.
$$
NYZ074-162000-
Richmond (Staten Island)-
343 AM EDT Mon May 16 2022
.TODAY...Mostly cloudy. A slight chance of showers this morning,
then showers and thunderstorms this afternoon. Patchy fog this
morning. Highs in the mid 70s. South winds 5 to 10 mph. Chance of
rain 80 percent.
.TONIGHT...Mostly cloudy with showers and thunderstorms in the
evening, then mostly clear after midnight. Some thunderstorms may
be severe. Lows in the mid 50s. West winds 10 to 15 mph. Chance
of rain 80 percent.
.TUESDAY...Sunny. Highs in the lower 70s. West winds 15 to 20 mph
with gusts up to 30 mph.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the lower 50s. Northwest
winds 10 to 15 mph. Gusts up to 25 mph in the evening.
.WEDNESDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs around 70. West winds 10 to
15 mph.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. A chance of showers after
midnight. Lows in the mid 50s. Chance of rain 30 percent.
.THURSDAY...Partly sunny. A chance of showers in the morning.
Highs around 70. Chance of rain 30 percent.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. Lows in the mid 50s.
.FRIDAY...Partly sunny. Highs in the upper 70s.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. Lows in the lower 60s.
.SATURDAY...Partly sunny. A chance of showers and thunderstorms
in the afternoon. Highs in the upper 80s. Chance of rain
30 percent.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. A chance of showers and
thunderstorms in the evening. Lows in the mid 60s. Chance of rain
30 percent.
.SUNDAY...Partly sunny. Highs in the upper 70s.
$$
NYZ177-162000-
Northern Nassau-
343 AM EDT Mon May 16 2022
.TODAY...Mostly cloudy with a slight chance of showers this
morning, then partly sunny with a chance of showers and
thunderstorms this afternoon. Patchy fog this morning. Highs in
the lower 70s. South winds 5 to 10 mph. Gusts up to 20 mph this
afternoon. Chance of rain 50 percent.
.TONIGHT...Mostly cloudy with showers and thunderstorms in the
evening, then mostly clear after midnight. Some thunderstorms may
be severe. Lows in the mid 50s. West winds 10 to 15 mph with
gusts up to 25 mph. Chance of rain 80 percent.
.TUESDAY...Sunny. Highs in the lower 70s. West winds 15 to
20 mph.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the lower 50s. Northwest
winds 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 25 mph.
.WEDNESDAY...Sunny. Highs in the upper 60s. Northwest winds 10 to
15 mph.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. A chance of showers after
midnight. Lows in the lower 50s. Chance of rain 30 percent.
.THURSDAY...Partly sunny. A chance of showers in the morning.
Highs in the upper 60s. Chance of rain 30 percent.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then becoming
mostly cloudy. Lows in the mid 50s.
.FRIDAY...Partly sunny. Highs in the mid 70s.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. Lows in the lower 60s.
.SATURDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the lower 80s.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. Lows in the lower 60s.
.SUNDAY...Partly sunny. Highs in the upper 70s.
$$
NYZ179-162000-
Southern Nassau-
343 AM EDT Mon May 16 2022
.TODAY...Mostly cloudy. A slight chance of showers this morning,
then showers and thunderstorms likely this afternoon. Patchy fog
this morning. Highs in the upper 60s. South winds 10 to 15 mph.
Chance of rain 70 percent.
.TONIGHT...Mostly cloudy with showers and thunderstorms in the
evening, then mostly clear after midnight. Some thunderstorms may
be severe. Lows in the mid 50s. Southwest winds 10 to 15 mph,
becoming west after midnight. Gusts up to 25 mph. Chance of rain
80 percent.
.TUESDAY...Sunny. Highs in the lower 70s. West winds 15 to 20 mph
with gusts up to 30 mph.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the mid 50s. Northwest
winds 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 25 mph.
.WEDNESDAY...Sunny. Highs in the upper 60s. West winds 10 to
15 mph.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. A chance of showers after
midnight. Lows in the lower 50s. Chance of rain 30 percent.
.THURSDAY...Partly sunny. A chance of showers in the morning.
Highs in the upper 60s. Chance of rain 30 percent.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. Lows in the mid 50s.
.FRIDAY...Partly sunny. Highs in the mid 70s.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. Lows around 60.
.SATURDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the lower 80s.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. Lows in the lower 60s.
.SUNDAY...Partly sunny. Highs in the upper 70s.
$$
NYZ078-162000-
Northwest Suffolk-
343 AM EDT Mon May 16 2022
.TODAY...Mostly cloudy. A slight chance of showers this morning,
then showers and thunderstorms likely this afternoon. Patchy fog
this morning. Highs in the lower 70s. South winds 5 to 10 mph.
Gusts up to 20 mph this afternoon. Chance of rain 70 percent.
.TONIGHT...Mostly cloudy with showers and thunderstorms likely in
the evening, then mostly clear after midnight. Lows in the mid
50s. Southwest winds 10 to 15 mph, becoming west after midnight.
Gusts up to 25 mph. Chance of rain 70 percent.
.TUESDAY...Sunny. Highs in the lower 70s. West winds 10 to 15 mph
with gusts up to 25 mph.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the lower 50s. Northwest
winds 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 25 mph.
.WEDNESDAY...Sunny. Highs in the upper 60s. West winds 10 to
15 mph.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. A chance of showers after
midnight. Lows in the lower 50s. Chance of rain 30 percent.
.THURSDAY...Partly sunny. A chance of showers in the morning.
Highs in the upper 60s. Chance of rain 30 percent.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then becoming
mostly cloudy. Lows in the mid 50s.
.FRIDAY...Partly sunny. Highs in the mid 70s.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. Lows in the upper 50s.
.SATURDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs around 80.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. Lows around 60.
.SUNDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the upper 70s.
$$
NYZ080-162000-
Southwest Suffolk-
343 AM EDT Mon May 16 2022
.TODAY...Mostly cloudy. A slight chance of showers this morning,
then showers and thunderstorms likely this afternoon. Patchy fog
this morning. Highs in the upper 60s. South winds 10 to 15 mph.
Chance of rain 70 percent.
.TONIGHT...Mostly cloudy with showers and thunderstorms likely in
the evening, then mostly clear after midnight. Lows in the mid
50s. Southwest winds 10 to 15 mph, becoming west after midnight.
Gusts up to 25 mph. Chance of rain 70 percent.
.TUESDAY...Sunny. Highs in the lower 70s. West winds 10 to 15 mph
with gusts up to 25 mph.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the lower 50s. Northwest
winds 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 25 mph.
.WEDNESDAY...Sunny. Highs in the upper 60s. West winds 10 to
15 mph.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. A chance of showers after
midnight. Lows in the lower 50s. Chance of rain 30 percent.
.THURSDAY...Partly sunny. A chance of showers in the morning.
Highs in the mid 60s. Chance of rain 30 percent.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. Lows in the mid 50s.
.FRIDAY...Partly sunny. Highs in the lower 70s.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. Lows in the upper 50s.
.SATURDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the upper 70s.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. Lows in the upper 50s.
.SUNDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the mid 70s.
$$
NYZ079-162000-
Northeast Suffolk-
343 AM EDT Mon May 16 2022
.TODAY...Mostly cloudy. Patchy fog this morning. A chance of
showers and thunderstorms this afternoon. Highs in the mid 60s.
South winds 10 to 15 mph. Chance of rain 50 percent.
.TONIGHT...Mostly cloudy with showers and thunderstorms likely in
the evening, then partly cloudy with a slight chance of showers
after midnight. Lows in the mid 50s. Southwest winds 10 to
15 mph, becoming west 15 to 20 mph after midnight. Chance of rain
70 percent.
.TUESDAY...Sunny. Highs in the upper 60s. West winds 15 to
20 mph.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the lower 50s. West winds
15 to 20 mph.
.WEDNESDAY...Sunny. Highs in the mid 60s. West winds 10 to
15 mph.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. Lows in the lower 50s.
.THURSDAY...Partly sunny. Highs in the mid 60s.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the lower 50s.
.FRIDAY...Partly sunny. Highs in the upper 60s.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. Lows in the upper 50s.
.SATURDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the mid 70s.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then becoming
mostly cloudy. Lows in the upper 50s.
.SUNDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the lower 70s.
$$
NYZ081-162000-
Southeast Suffolk-
343 AM EDT Mon May 16 2022
.TODAY...Mostly cloudy. Patchy fog this morning. A chance of
showers and thunderstorms this afternoon. Highs in the mid 60s.
South winds 10 to 15 mph. Chance of rain 50 percent.
.TONIGHT...Cloudy with showers and thunderstorms likely in the
evening, then partly cloudy with a slight chance of showers after
midnight. Lows in the lower 50s. Southwest winds 10 to 15 mph,
becoming west 15 to 20 mph after midnight. Chance of rain
70 percent.
.TUESDAY...Sunny. Highs in the upper 60s. West winds 10 to 15 mph
with gusts up to 25 mph.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the lower 50s. West winds
10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 25 mph.
.WEDNESDAY...Sunny. Highs in the mid 60s. West winds 10 to
15 mph.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. Lows in the lower 50s.
.THURSDAY...Partly sunny. Highs in the lower 60s.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the lower 50s.
.FRIDAY...Partly sunny. Highs in the upper 60s.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. Lows in the mid 50s.
.SATURDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the lower 70s.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then becoming
mostly cloudy. Lows in the upper 50s.
.SUNDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs around 70.
$$
NYZ071-162000-
Southern Westchester-
343 AM EDT Mon May 16 2022
.TODAY...Mostly cloudy with a slight chance of showers this
morning, then partly sunny with showers and thunderstorms this
afternoon. Patchy fog this morning. Highs in the mid 70s. South
winds 5 to 10 mph. Gusts up to 20 mph this afternoon. Chance of
rain 80 percent.
.TONIGHT...Mostly cloudy with showers and thunderstorms in the
evening, then mostly clear after midnight. Some thunderstorms may
be severe. Lows in the mid 50s. West winds around 10 mph with
gusts up to 25 mph. Chance of rain 80 percent.
.TUESDAY...Sunny. Highs in the lower 70s. West winds 10 to 15 mph
with gusts up to 25 mph.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the lower 50s. Northwest
winds 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 25 mph.
.WEDNESDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs around 70. Northwest winds 10 to
15 mph.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. A chance of showers after
midnight. Lows in the lower 50s. Chance of rain 30 percent.
.THURSDAY...Partly sunny. A chance of showers in the morning.
Highs in the lower 70s. Chance of rain 30 percent.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then becoming
mostly cloudy. Lows in the mid 50s.
.FRIDAY...Partly sunny. Highs in the upper 70s.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. Lows in the lower 60s.
.SATURDAY...Partly sunny. A chance of showers and thunderstorms
in the afternoon. Highs in the upper 80s. Chance of rain
30 percent.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. A chance of showers and
thunderstorms in the evening. Lows in the lower 60s. Chance of
rain 30 percent.
.SUNDAY...Partly sunny. Highs in the upper 70s.
$$
NYZ070-162000-
Northern Westchester-
343 AM EDT Mon May 16 2022
.TODAY...Partly sunny. Patchy fog this morning. Showers and
thunderstorms this afternoon. Highs in the upper 70s. South winds
5 to 10 mph. Gusts up to 20 mph this afternoon. Chance of rain
90 percent.
.TONIGHT...Mostly cloudy with showers and thunderstorms in the
evening, then mostly clear after midnight. Some thunderstorms may
be severe. Lows in the lower 50s. Southwest winds 5 to 10 mph,
becoming west after midnight. Gusts up to 20 mph. Chance of rain
90 percent.
.TUESDAY...Sunny. Highs in the lower 70s. West winds 10 to 15 mph
with gusts up to 25 mph.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows around 50. Northwest winds
10 to 15 mph. Gusts up to 25 mph in the evening.
.WEDNESDAY...Sunny. Highs in the upper 60s. Northwest winds
around 10 mph with gusts up to 20 mph.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. A chance of showers after
midnight. Lows in the lower 50s. Chance of rain 30 percent.
.THURSDAY...Partly sunny. A chance of showers in the morning.
Highs in the lower 70s. Chance of rain 30 percent.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 50s.
.FRIDAY...Partly sunny. Highs in the upper 70s.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. Lows in the lower 60s.
.SATURDAY...Partly sunny. A chance of showers and thunderstorms
in the afternoon. Highs in the upper 80s. Chance of rain
30 percent.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. A chance of showers and
thunderstorms in the evening. Lows in the lower 60s. Chance of
rain 30 percent.
.SUNDAY...Partly sunny. Highs in the upper 70s.
$$
NYZ069-162000-
Rockland-
343 AM EDT Mon May 16 2022
.TODAY...Partly sunny this morning, then mostly cloudy with
showers and thunderstorms this afternoon. Patchy fog this
morning. Highs in the upper 70s. South winds 5 to 10 mph. Gusts
up to 20 mph this afternoon. Chance of rain 90 percent.
.TONIGHT...Mostly cloudy with showers and thunderstorms in the
evening, then mostly clear after midnight. Some thunderstorms may
be severe. Lows in the mid 50s. West winds 5 to 10 mph with gusts
up to 20 mph. Chance of rain 90 percent.
.TUESDAY...Sunny. Highs in the lower 70s. West winds 10 to 15 mph
with gusts up to 30 mph.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows around 50. Northwest winds
10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 25 mph.
.WEDNESDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the upper 60s. Northwest
winds 5 to 10 mph with gusts up to 20 mph.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. A chance of showers after
midnight. Lows in the lower 50s. Chance of rain 30 percent.
.THURSDAY...Partly sunny. A chance of showers in the morning.
Highs in the lower 70s. Chance of rain 30 percent.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. Lows in the mid 50s.
.FRIDAY...Partly sunny. Highs in the lower 80s.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy in the evening, then becoming
mostly cloudy. Lows in the lower 60s.
.SATURDAY...Partly sunny. A chance of showers and thunderstorms
in the afternoon. Highs in the upper 80s. Chance of rain
30 percent.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. A chance of showers and
thunderstorms in the evening. Lows in the lower 60s. Chance of
rain 30 percent.
.SUNDAY...Partly sunny. Highs in the upper 70s.
$$
NYZ068-162000-
Putnam-
343 AM EDT Mon May 16 2022
.TODAY...Partly sunny. Patchy fog this morning. Showers and
thunderstorms this afternoon. Highs in the upper 70s. South winds
around 5 mph, increasing to around 10 mph with gusts up to 20 mph
this afternoon. Chance of rain 90 percent.
.TONIGHT...Mostly cloudy with showers and thunderstorms in the
evening, then mostly clear after midnight. Some thunderstorms may
be severe. Lows in the lower 50s. West winds 10 to 15 mph. Chance
of rain 90 percent.
.TUESDAY...Sunny. Highs in the upper 60s. West winds 10 to 15 mph
with gusts up to 30 mph.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 40s. Northwest
winds 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 25 mph.
.WEDNESDAY...Sunny. Highs in the upper 60s. Northwest winds
around 10 mph with gusts up to 20 mph.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. A chance of showers after
midnight. Lows in the upper 40s. Chance of rain 30 percent.
.THURSDAY...Partly sunny. A chance of showers in the morning.
Highs in the lower 70s. Chance of rain 30 percent.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 50s.
.FRIDAY...Partly sunny. Highs around 80.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. Lows in the lower 60s.
.SATURDAY...Partly sunny. A chance of showers and thunderstorms
in the afternoon. Highs in the upper 80s. Chance of rain
30 percent.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. A chance of showers and
thunderstorms in the evening. Lows in the lower 60s. Chance of
rain 30 percent.
.SUNDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the upper 70s.
$$
NYZ067-162000-
Orange-
343 AM EDT Mon May 16 2022
.TODAY...Partly sunny this morning, then mostly cloudy with
showers and thunderstorms this afternoon. Patchy fog this
morning. Some thunderstorms may be severe. Highs in the upper
70s. South winds 5 to 10 mph. Gusts up to 20 mph this afternoon.
Chance of rain 90 percent.
.TONIGHT...Mostly cloudy with showers and thunderstorms in the
evening, then mostly clear after midnight. Some thunderstorms may
be severe. Lows in the lower 50s. West winds 5 to 10 mph with
gusts up to 20 mph. Chance of rain 90 percent.
.TUESDAY...Sunny. Highs in the upper 60s. West winds 10 to 15 mph
with gusts up to 30 mph.
.TUESDAY NIGHT...Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 40s. Northwest
winds 10 to 15 mph. Gusts up to 25 mph in the evening.
.WEDNESDAY...Mostly sunny. Highs in the upper 60s. Northwest
winds 5 to 10 mph with gusts up to 20 mph.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. A chance of showers after
midnight. Lows in the upper 40s. Chance of rain 30 percent.
.THURSDAY...Partly sunny. A chance of showers in the morning.
Highs in the lower 70s. Chance of rain 30 percent.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. Lows in the mid 50s.
.FRIDAY...Partly sunny. Highs in the lower 80s.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy. Lows in the lower 60s.
.SATURDAY...Partly sunny. A chance of showers and thunderstorms
in the afternoon. Highs in the upper 80s. Chance of rain
40 percent.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Mostly cloudy with a chance of showers and
thunderstorms. Lows around 60. Chance of rain 40 percent.
.SUNDAY...Partly sunny. Highs in the upper 70s.
$$
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President Joe Biden’s latest attempt to rewrite the history of the Trump administration‘s response to COVID-19 crashed and burned Friday.
In praising Biden, the official White House Twitter account insisted that when he was sworn in, “there was no vaccine available.”
When President Biden took office, millions were unemployed and there was no vaccine available.
In the last 15 months, the economy has created 8.3M jobs and the unemployment rate stands at 3.6% — the fastest decline in unemployment to start a President’s term ever recorded.
— The White House (@WhiteHouse) May 12, 2022
As noted by media fact-checkers, including fact-checker Glenn Kessler of The Washington Post, that would have meant that Biden, who received his first dose of the vaccine before taking office, would not have done so.
Anybody got the customer service line for the new disinformation board? https://t.co/z8fmO8dH4s
— Joe Concha (@JoeConchaTV) May 13, 2022
“There was no vaccine available” is very clearly false. More than 3 million Americans were fully vaccinated and more than 18 million had at least one dose by Biden’s Inauguration Day. Biden himself was fully vaccinated.
Obviously became more widely available with time, but. https://t.co/HNivLzStWT
— Daniel Dale (@ddale8) May 13, 2022
Who’s manning the @WhiteHouse Twitter account? Delete this false tweet. Biden himself has said 8% of seniors had gotten the vaccine on the day he took office. Biden was one of them. —> https://t.co/ojDmn1DNIQ https://t.co/V7z07DHQ90
— Glenn Kessler (@GlennKesslerWP) May 13, 2022
As noted by the New York Post, Biden received his first dose on December 21, 2020, and his second dose on January 13, 2021.
Former President Donald Trump launched what he dubbed Operation Warp Speed in the early days of the pandemic to develop vaccines faster than anyone at the time thought possible.
As noted by the Wall Street Journal this year, “The Trump administration’s Operation Warp Speed delivered three Covid-19 vaccines in record time. Yet liberals are giving the program its due only now, amid President Biden’s Covid-19 stumbles.”
ABC had noted in May of 2021 that “Biden leans heavily on Trump’s ‘Warp Speed’ but won’t give credit,”
With a mountain of facts staring it in the face, even CNN had to call theWhite House’s Friday tweet fiction.
“It’s just not true that ‘there was no vaccine available,’ at the time Biden took office,” CNN wrote. “About 3.5 million people were fully vaccinated against Covid-19 and about 19 million people had received at least one vaccine dose as of Biden’s inauguration day on January 20, 2021, according to statistics published by the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.”
CNN said that as former President Donald Trump was leaving office, “The US was already administering an average of more than 1 million doses a day at the time.”
Paul Mango, former deputy chief of staff for policy at Health and Human Services, said the Trump administration created the playbook for the nation’s response.
“To say that there was no plan — it’s just completely disingenuous,” said Mango.
CNN noted that Biden’s grandiose claim of lowering unemployment was neither entirely false nor complete.
“And though the tweet said that ‘when President Biden took office, millions were unemployed,’ there are still millions of people unemployed today despite the improved jobs situation. There were about 5.9 million unemployed people in April 2022, according to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics,” CNN wrote.
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JT of the City Girls is trending on Twitter after she experienced an unfortunate wardrobe malfunction while presenting an award at tonight’s 2022 Billboard Music Awards.
The rap star took to the stage donning a silver gown with a high split but didn’t realize that the split was so high that it revealed part of her underwear on television. Fans were quick to notice the wardrobe mishap and took to Twitter to express their views on the situation.
Many called out the obvious fact that JT’s underwear was exposed on live TV, while others blamed the beauty’s stylist for not getting her together before she stepped on stage.
JT has since responded to the situation, Tweeting back at a fan who called out the incident on her profile. “I have on black Panties RELAX,” wrote to the fan who commented on the mishap. Check out the exchange below.
Either way, she still looked great on stage at tonight’s awards show!
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Imran Khan sharpened his attacks on the Shehbaz Sharif-led government as he targeted newly-appointed foreign minister Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari on Sunday claiming that he will beg US secretary of state Antony Blinken for money when he visits Pakistan next week.
Bilawal Bhutto will visit the US, China and Switzerland next week and is also expected to attend a meeting of the World Economic Forum. He will meet Chinese foreign minister Wang Yi and Swiss foreign minister Ignazio Cassis during his visit. Pakistan minister of state for foreign affairs Hina Rabbani Khar may accompany Bilawal during his trips.
Imran Khan alleged that the money would be used to prevent his return to power. The former prime minister alleged that Bilawal will ensure not to upset the US in fear that he may lose ‘everything’.
“All of Bilawal’s wealth is stored outside of the country, he cannot dare to upset the US, otherwise he will lose everything,” Khan said while addressing a rally at Faisalabad. Imran Khan has held several rallies in Pakistan since the beginning of May and has several more lined up later this month.
In all of his rallies, the former prime minister repeated the controversial allegation that foreign powers toppled his democratically elected government in Islamabad. He on Sunday said that the US is self-centered and sees its self-interest first.
He also once more applauded the Indian government for not bowing down to the US. “The US has made Pakistan a slave without having to invade it," Khan said. “The people of Pakistan will never accept the imported government,” Khan was quoted as saying by Pakistan-based news agency The News International.
He expressed hope that if something were to happen to him then the people of Pakistan would seek justice on his behalf. This comes shortly after he said at a rally in Sialkot that a plot is being hatched to kill him. He said in the rally that if something were to happen to him then the video will be made public.
Imran Khan will address public gatherings in Swabi on May 16, Kohat on May 17, Chakwal on May 19 and Multan on May 20.
Read all the Latest News , Breaking News and IPL 2022 Live Updates here. | https://www.news18.com/news/world/ahead-of-bilawal-bhuttos-us-visit-imran-says-foreign-minister-will-beg-for-money-from-blinken-5182801.html | 2022-05-16T08:25:10Z | https://www.news18.com/news/world/ahead-of-bilawal-bhuttos-us-visit-imran-says-foreign-minister-will-beg-for-money-from-blinken-5182801.html | false | 2 |
Dear Fellow South African,
It has been just over a month since heavy flooding wreaked havoc across parts of KwaZulu-Natal, the Eastern Cape and North West, causing extensive loss of life and damage to property and infrastructure.
Yesterday, I visited eThekwini in KwaZulu-Natal to meet with businesspeople in the city to lend our support to their efforts to restore their operations.
When this natural disaster struck, there was some concern that authorities had neither the capacity nor the will to respond efficiently and effectively to the dire situation of those who had lost everything.
Having paid my second visit to the city since the floods, I am clear that this concern was misplaced. In KwaZulu-Natal, as in the Eastern Cape and North West, all stakeholders have been hard at work to recover from these tragic events.
The National Disaster Management Centre has been coordinating all spheres of government in their efforts to provide humanitarian relief to the many households that have been affected. It has been pleasing to see the NGO community, business and relief organisations joining in working with government to provide much-needed relief assistance.
All these stakeholders have provided food, clothes, blankets, dignity packs and school uniforms to vulnerable families to meet their basic needs. Sheltering services are currently being provided to over 7,000 people in the four most affected districts in KwaZulu-Natal. Work has started to build temporary residences for affected families on state-owned land parcels have been identified in KwaZulu-Natal for possible resettlement.
The departments of home affairs, health and social development have been assisting affected communities to access important services. For example, mobile units are helping those who lost critical documents in the floods to get new smart IDs and to re-issue birth certificates. Mobile health services, including Covid-19 vaccinations, are being provided to people in areas where the physical facilities are not yet fully operational. Mechanisms are in place to pay out the social grants of affected individuals.
Mobile classrooms are being procured so that learning and teaching should not be interrupted for longer than necessary in flood-affected schools.
Work is underway to repair damaged waste water treatment works, pump-stations and reticulation. Damaged roads are being repaired. Eighteen new bridges are planned as part of the Welisizwe Rural Bridges programme.
There has also been considerable progress in fixing key infrastructure supporting the Port of Durban. Given the importance of the port to the national and continental economy, port traffic has been restored, terminal operations are back at full capacity and work to repair damaged rail infrastructure is underway.
Additional measures are being put in place to provide financial support to both big and small businesses in distress. This is needed as a matter of urgency to ensure that businesses can stay afloat and that jobs can be sustained.
At different times in our democracy’s history, we have been confronted with events and circumstances that have severely tested the resolve of our people and the effectiveness of our institutions.
Over the last month, we have seen extraordinary solidarity and support to affected communities in KwaZulu-Natal, Eastern Cape and North West. Municipal and provincial governments have been working closely with national departments and agencies to enable people to rebuild their lives and to get local economic activity back on track.
They have been working with all stakeholders in all of these areas to ensure that we effectively coordinate recovery efforts and that we plan and rebuild in a manner that is more resilient to extreme events of this nature in the future.
The perseverance of affected communities, their determination to succeed and their ability to rally together in times of crisis has been an inspiration. We salute all those who have been part of the effort to help the people of the affected provinces.
As government, we are mobilising all available resources and undertaking every effort to ensure that, as we rebuild, no-one is left behind.
With best regards,
Cyril Ramaphosa | https://www.iol.co.za/news/politics/from-the-presidents-desk-rebuilding-lives-and-livelihoods-after-the-floods-df5099db-6092-4cf1-b72f-4b63d44bb2ef | 2022-05-16T08:26:01Z | https://www.iol.co.za/news/politics/from-the-presidents-desk-rebuilding-lives-and-livelihoods-after-the-floods-df5099db-6092-4cf1-b72f-4b63d44bb2ef | false | 3 |
'Burgers and Bands' event in Anne Arundel County brings awareness to mental health, suicide
As a parent, we never want our child to fail at anything, except one thing — suicide.
Ann Wilson Brennan has been brave enough to come out of the darkness and share her story of almost losing her son Ethan to suicide.
When she went public, she quickly learned she was not alone.
“We are seeing more suicides, but we are seeing more people asking for help especially our young kids," Brennan shared.
Back in 2017, Brennan decided to put on a music festival to raise awareness for mental health.
The event is now a must attend event at the Severna Park Tap House.
It is called "Burgers and Bands."
More than 25 bands will hit the stage starting at 11 a.m. and wrapping up at 8 p.m. on Sunday. | https://www.newsbreak.com/news/2601655111102/burgers-and-bands-event-in-anne-arundel-county-brings-awareness-to-mental-health-suicide | 2022-05-16T08:28:08Z | https://www.newsbreak.com/news/2601655111102/burgers-and-bands-event-in-anne-arundel-county-brings-awareness-to-mental-health-suicide | true | 2 |
New research from Sanctuary Bathrooms, shows that Lancaster is the UK location most likely to be under threat from water stress by 2040, due to a combination of population, climate and water usage habits.
The Lancashire-based city is forecasted to see an ‘extremely high’ increase (80%) in its water stress levels. With individuals using so much water daily, this is likely to be a problem that is going to be widespread for numerous other Brits too, as part of a global issue.
Lancaster will be the worst city for water shortages in the UK
By 2040, Lancaster is forecasted to see an ‘extremely high’ increase (80%) in its water stress levels, meaning that residents of the city could see a serious public water supply drought.
After Lancaster, London, Brighton and Hove and Leicester are all set to see ‘high’ (40-80%) increases in water stress levels.
Residents in the South and South East of England are more likely to experience a dramatic increase in their water stress levels, due to existing and growing population density, along with associated requirements for housing and property developments. This is as well as changing climate conditions and less rainfall than other areas of the UK.
According to the South East River trust, by 2050, the South East of England will need to find at least an additional one billion litres of water per day to meet demand in the region3.
Predicted water stress increase for UK cities by 2040
Major UK cities like Manchester, Edinburgh, Liverpool, and Bristol are all predicted to see ‘medium-high’ increases in stress levels by 2040 (20-40%). Whereas Leeds, Glasgow, Sheffield, and Cardiff are predicted to have lower estimated water stress than other UK cities in the next 20 years (10-20 %).
With all areas of the UK expecting to see an increase in their water stress levels, what can people do day-to-day to reduce their water usage? Well, it can all start in the bathroom through activities such as:
- Taking shorter showers
- Upgrading your shower head to newer designs
- Choosing a shower over a bath
To see more info on the future water scarcity in the UK and Europe, click here
Commenting on the findings, James Roberts, Director at Sanctuary Bathrooms said: “These shocking findings illustrate that the UK could be facing a huge problem with water availability across areas of the country in the coming decades, and our collective usage is going to have a direct impact on future generations to come.
It is vital we raise awareness by highlighting key figures and stats - for example, not many people know that a bath uses 80 litres of water in one go!" | https://www.thesouthernreporter.co.uk/read-this/the-uk-cities-that-will-be-under-the-most-water-stress-by-2040-3694892 | 2022-05-16T08:29:57Z | https://www.thesouthernreporter.co.uk/read-this/the-uk-cities-that-will-be-under-the-most-water-stress-by-2040-3694892 | true | 12 |
Dublin, May 16, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The "Global Hospital Lights Market Forecast to 2028 - by Product Type, Technology and Application" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
The Hospital Lights market is expected to grow from US$ 5,432.01 million in 2021 to US$ 9,765.09 million by 2028; it is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 8.7% from 2021 to 2028.
Hospital lights are designed specifically for use in medical institutions. They are frequently built of sturdy materials and must be able to endure regular cleaning as well as a certain level of damage. As hospitals and other medical facilities must be as clean as possible, lighting must be resistant to water and chemicals.
The notable factors driving the growth of the hospital lights market include the increasing use of LED-based lighting fixtures, government initiatives to improve energy efficiency in hospitals, and advantages of LED over conventional lighting. Furthermore, elevated government support for the adoption of energy-efficient lighting solutions in hospitals has led to the rise in the use of LED-based lighting products over traditional lighting. Ongoing developments in lighting technology are likely to create lucrative market prospects during the forecast period. UV LED lights are a more secure lighting option than traditional lights. As UV light also serves as a disinfectant, it is also used for water and air treatment to control the spreading and survival of germs, eventually killing them. This factor is further propelling the adoption of UV LED lights across hospitals.
Due to robust healthcare infrastructure, Western European countries - such as Germany, France, Russia, and the UK - have witnessed a comparatively moderate decline in their production activities during the COVID-19 pandemic. The imbalance between the demand and supply sides during the lockdown phase in several European countries slightly limited the hospital light market growth in 2020 and 2021. However, government funding allocated for healthcare was redirected to frontline NHS issues, such as PPE availability and staffing, which resulted in low funds availability for the creation of new health and social care estate.
However, with the mitigation of the COVID-19 infection rate in late 2021, investments in hospitals infrastructure development and renovation have increased, which is likely to support the hospital lighting market growth. For instance, in 2021, governments in European countries announced Euro 3.7 billion to build 40 hospitals by 2030. In 2021, England built temporary hospitals to help cope with rising COVID-19 cases. In the third quarter of 2021, the redevelopment of Hospitacite Hospital Complex was started and the development of various hospital such as Lorrach Central Hospital campus, Galliera Hospital, and others is expected to drive the demand of hospital lights and eventually positively influence the hospital lights market growth.
The hospital lights market is segmented based on product type, technology, application, and geography. Based on product type, the market is segmented into troffer, surface-mounted lights, surgical lamps, and others. By technology, the hospital lights market is segmented into fluorescent technology, LED technology, and others. By application, the hospital lights market is segmented into patient wards and ICUs, surgical suites, examination rooms, and others. Based on geography, the hospital lights market is primarily segmented into North America, Europe, Asia Pacific (APAC), the Middle East & Africa (MEA), and South and Central America.
Acuity Brands, Dragerwerk, Hubbell Incorporated, Signify Holdings, and BFW Inc are key players operating in the hospital lights market. Several important market players were analyzed during this study to get a holistic view of the market and its ecosystem.
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Key Topics Covered:
1. Introduction
2. Hospital Lights Market- Key Takeaways
3. Research Methodology
4. Hospital Lights Market Landscape
4.1 Market Overview
4.2 PEST Analysis
4.2.1 North America - PEST Analysis
4.2.2 Europe - PEST Analysis
4.2.3 Asia Pacific - PEST Analysis
4.2.4 MEA - PEST Analysis
4.2.5 South America - PEST Analysis
4.3 Ecosystem Analysis
4.4 Expert Opinion
5. Hospital Lights Market - Key Market Dynamics
5.1 Market Drivers
5.1.1 Rising Government Initiatives to Improve Energy Efficiency in Hospitals
5.1.2 Increasing Demand for High-performance LED Lighting During Surgeries
5.2 Market Restraints
5.2.1 Limited Product Development in the Field of Hospital Lights
5.3 Market Opportunities
5.3.1 Increasing Infrastructure Development of Hospitals
5.4 Future Trends
5.4.1 Rising Adoption of Energy-Efficient Solar-Based LED Lighting
6. Hospital Lights- Global Market Analysis
6.1 Global Overview
6.2 Global Hospital Lights Market Forecast and Analysis
6.3 Market Positioning of Key Players
7. Hospital Lights Market Analysis - By Product Type
7.1 Overview
7.2 Hospital Lights Market, By Product Type (2020 and 2028)
7.3 Troffer
7.3.1 Overview
7.3.2 Troffer: Hospital Lights Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2028 (US$ Million)
7.4 Surface Mounted Light
7.4.1 Overview
7.4.2 Surface Mounted Light: Hospital Lights Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2028 (US$ Million)
7.5 Surgery Lamps
7.5.1 Overview
7.5.2 Surgery Lamps: Hospital Lights Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2028 (US$ Million)
7.6 Others
7.6.1 Overview
7.6.2 Others: Hospital Lights Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2028 (US$ Million)
8. Hospital Lights Market Analysis - By Technology
8.1 Overview
8.2 Hospital Lights Market, By Technology (2020 and 2028)
8.3 Fluorescent Technology
8.3.1 Overview
8.3.2 Fluorescent Technology: Hospital Lights Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2028 (US$ Million)
8.4 LED Technology
8.4.1 Overview
8.4.2 LED Technology: Hospital Lights Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2028 (US$ Million)
8.5 Others
8.5.1 Overview
8.5.2 Others Application: Hospital Lights Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2028 (US$ Million)
9. Hospital Lights Market Analysis - By Application
9.1 Overview
9.2 Hospital Lights Market, By Application (2020 and 2028)
9.3 Patient Wards and ICUs
9.3.1 Overview
9.3.2 Patient Wards and ICUs: Hospital Lights Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2028 (US$ Million)
9.4 Surgical Suites
9.4.1 Overview
9.4.2 Surgical Suites: Hospital Lights Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2028 (US$ Million)
9.5 Examination Rooms
9.5.1 Overview
9.5.2 Examination Rooms: Hospital Lights Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2028 (US$ Million)
9.6 Others
9.6.1 Overview
9.6.2 Others: Hospital Lights Market - Revenue and Forecast to 2028 (US$ Million)
10. Hospital Lights Market - Geographic Analysis
11. Hospital Lights Market - COVID-19 Impact Analysis
11.1 Overview
11.2 North America: Impact Assessment of COVID-19 Pandemic
11.3 Europe: Impact Assessment of COVID-19 Pandemic
11.4 Asia-Pacific: Impact Assessment of COVID-19 Pandemic
11.5 Middle East and Africa: Impact Assessment of COVID-19 Pandemic
11.6 South America: Impact Assessment of COVID-19 Pandemic
12. Industry Landscape
12.1 Market Initiative
12.2 Merger and Acquisition
12.3 New Development
13. Company Profiles
13.1 Signify Holding (Philips)
13.1.1 Key Facts
13.1.2 Business Description
13.1.3 Products and Services
13.1.4 Financial Overview
13.1.5 SWOT Analysis
13.1.6 Key Developments
13.2 ACUITY BRANDS, INC.
13.2.1 Key Facts
13.2.2 Business Description
13.2.3 Products and Services
13.2.4 Financial Overview
13.2.5 SWOT Analysis
13.2.6 Key Developments
13.3 Cree Lighting
13.3.1 Key Facts
13.3.2 Business Description
13.3.3 Products and Services
13.3.4 Financial Overview
13.3.5 SWOT Analysis
13.3.6 Key Developments
13.4 Dragerwerk AG & Co. KGaA
13.4.1 Key Facts
13.4.2 Business Description
13.4.3 Products and Services
13.4.4 Financial Overview
13.4.5 SWOT Analysis
13.4.6 Key Developments
13.5 KLS Martin Group
13.5.1 Key Facts
13.5.2 Business Description
13.5.3 Products and Services
13.5.4 Financial Overview
13.5.5 SWOT Analysis
13.5.6 Key Developments
13.6 Stryker Corporation
13.6.1 Key Facts
13.6.2 Business Description
13.6.3 Products and Services
13.6.4 Financial Overview
13.6.5 SWOT Analysis
13.6.6 Key Developments
13.7 GE Current
13.7.1 Key Facts
13.7.2 Business Description
13.7.3 Products and Services
13.7.4 Financial Overview
13.7.5 SWOT Analysis
13.7.6 Key Developments
13.8 Hubbell Incorporated
13.8.1 Key Facts
13.8.2 Business Description
13.8.3 Products and Services
13.8.4 Financial Overview
13.8.5 SWOT Analysis
13.8.6 Key Developments
13.9 Trilux GMBH & Co. KG
13.9.1 Key Facts
13.9.2 Business Description
13.9.3 Products and Services
13.9.4 Financial Overview
13.9.5 SWOT Analysis
13.9.6 Key Developments
13.10 Zumtobel Lighting GMBH
13.10.1 Key Facts
13.10.2 Business Description
13.10.3 Products and Services
13.10.4 Financial Overview
13.10.5 SWOT Analysis
13.10.6 Key Developments
14. Appendix
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Private Jet Owned by Climate Alarmist Elon Musk Takes Flight of Just 31 Miles
Stop it! Stop the climate change!
So says offbeat entrepreneur Elon Musk. Bill Gates, too — he’s so alarmed about the climate that he says we need to get rid of cows and eat plastic meat. Or something.
But why believe these guys? Both indulge in what Gates calls a “guilty pleasure.” Despite what they preach, Musk and Gates travel in private jets.
Last week, Musk’s jet was tracked — on Twitter, no less — flying from San Jose, California, to San Francisco. That’s about 31 miles, a flight lasting nine minutes, The Byte reported.
Landed in San Francisco, California, US. Apx. flt. time 9 Mins. pic.twitter.com/8vWvODLEOL
— ElonJet (@ElonJet) May 6, 2022
To be fair, there’s no record Musk was on that flight — it might have been moved for maintenance or something. But Gates’ guilty pleasure is extreme — he has four “business jets,” according to Simple Flying.
So while you save the planet chewing on a vegan burger, Gates gets to pollute the skies more than you and I probably will in several lifetimes.
Then there’s John Kerry, President Joe Biden’s go-to guy to fix the climate. He jetted aloft at least 16 times last year, and not in a government plane, but in a jet belonging to his family.
What is it with these people?
Musk’s brilliance is off the charts. And while he has some oddball ideas, Gates, of course, is also smart. But when it comes to hypocrisy and the optics of what they are doing, both are clueless.
To Musk, one of the world’s greatest threats is climate change. A carbon tax will solve that, he once told podcaster Joe Rogan.
We should tax behavior that produces carbon emissions and “the market will react in a sensible way,” Musk said, according to CNBC. “But because we don’t have a price on it, it is behaving badly.”
So rich guys like Musk can freely engage in their climate sins by offsetting their guilt with taxes? If that sounds familiar, you might recall Martin Luther and his thoughts on church sales of indulgences.
Unlike the growing number of neo-feudalists, Musk at least recognizes the potential carbon tax burdens on those who are not wealthy, who inevitably impact the climate in their little ways by heating their homes and by breathing.
Low-income users of large amounts of gas would get a carbon tax rebate, he said. And, by paying the tax, Musk is free to ride his jet. And of course, he’s one of the Good Guys since he’s saving the planet with his electric cars.
Gates, when not pushing to vaccinate everything that moves, worries about climate change, as outlined in his book “How to Avoid Climate Disaster.” Despite dumping 1,600 tons of CO2 in the atmosphere during his 59 private jet flights in 2017, he takes care of his conscience by buying clean aviation fuel and funding carbon-capture technology.
Carbon capture draws carbon dioxide from the atmosphere and then stores it until needed for some kind of beneficial economic project. Apparently, no one considers carbon dioxide being converted into oxygen by plants as having economic value.
So the Musks and Gates and Kerrys continue to fly and to buy all their cool stuff. I don’t begrudge them that.
It’s just that some of us are skeptical about human-caused climate change. What we believe has been called “fraud” by Musk, according to Futurism.
But what do you call it when the rich guys get to pour filth in the skies while preaching cleanliness to us?
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D2iQ and GitLab combine the power of Kubernetes and DevOps to deliver more efficient operations and faster time-to-market for new applications
SAN FRANCISCO, May 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- D2iQ, the leading enterprise Kubernetes provider for smart cloud-native applications, today announced a partnership with GitLab Inc., The One DevOps Platform for software innovation, to automate and simplify the deployment of containerized workloads, accelerating software delivery cycle times.
Through this partnership, users can now run the GitLab Kubernetes Operator on the D2iQ Kubernetes Platform (DKP), providing consistent upgrades, deployment and security policies for infrastructures and applications. Enterprise organizations can also safely deploy a project to DKP from a continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD) pipeline with a cluster attached to GitLab, providing enhanced flexibility and agility.
"The partnership between GitLab and D2iQ allows joint customers to build, test, deploy, and run modern apps at scale," said Jaimie Kander, Sr. Manager of Alliance Partner Programs and Go To Market at GitLab. "GitLab's single application for the DevOps lifecycle encourages continuous testing and allows increased visibility, which makes it easier to securely adopt the next generation of cloud-native technologies."
According to the findings in the "Kubernetes in the Enterprise Annual Report," a lack of IT resources was the most prevalent challenge in growing Kubernetes adoption across the enterprise. Full integration of GitOps workflows along with declarative APIs enables easier management of Kubernetes clusters in production environments. DKP reduces the operational loads on DevOps teams so they can focus on innovation, not just supporting infrastructure. In addition, DKP's user-friendly control plane provides a variety of development approaches using GitLab, including ongoing delivery and deployment with FluxCD, which is designed for Kubernetes and supports multi-cluster and multi-tenant use cases.
"Organizations of all sizes are under more pressure than ever to drive innovation, performance, and speed," said Tobi Knaup, CEO of D2iQ. "Combining the leading Kubernetes and DevOps platforms enables organizations to achieve a new level of business performance. D2iQ and GitLab are delivering a best-in-class solution and an unmatched user experience to enable our customers to achieve success in Day 2 operations."
D2iQ Kubernetes Platform can be experienced live at D2iQ's booth at KubeCon + CloudNativeCon EU on May 16-20, 2022. For more information, visit: www.D2IQ.com
About D2iQ
D2iQ accelerates Day 2 success for smart cloud-native applications on enterprise Kubernetes. The D2iQ Kubernetes Platform (DKP) includes everything needed to adopt Kubernetes easily and expand Kubernetes use to multiple clusters across any infrastructure, whether on-premise, in the cloud, in air-gapped environments, or at the edge, and to enable smart cloud-native applications.
D2iQ eliminates roadblocks to success, such as lack of skills, with our Kubernetes and cloud-native expertise, alleviates operational complexity with a simpler and easy-to-use platform, and addresses security concerns with military-grade security.
D2iQ is headquartered in San Francisco with additional offices in London and Hamburg. D2iQ investors include Andreessen Horowitz, Hewlett Packard Enterprise, Khosla Ventures, Koch Disruptive Technologies, Microsoft, and T.Rowe Price Associates, Inc. Find us at http://www.d2iq.com.
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For decades, Flour Mills of Nigeria Plc has been a major player in the nation’s food and agro-allied industry. Now that its quest for circa 77 per cent of Honeywell Flour Mills Plc has been approved by regulatory authorities, FMN is set to take over the continent. SULAIMON OLANREWARJU reports.
With the approval granted Flour Mills of Nigeria (FMN) Plc by the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission, Nigerian Exchange Limited and the Securities and Exchange Commission of Nigeria to acquire 71.69 per cent stake in Honeywell Flour Mills (HFM) Plc and 5.06 per cent stake of the company held by First Bank of Nigeria Limited, the coast is now clear for FMN to realise its vision of becoming the leading food and agro-allied group in Africa.
Over the years, though FMN has demonstrated exemplary commitment to food security in Nigeria through its investments in agriculture, livestock feed and pasta manufacturing, it has always had its eyes on the continental market with a plan to become a giant in Africa’s food and agro-allied industry. This, among other factors, propelled the Honeywell Flour Mills acquisition. The acquisition has revved up its production and marketing capacity and set the stage for FMN to become a continental powerhouse.
Commenting on the approval of the regulatory bodies for the acquisition, Mr Boye Olusanya, Group Managing Director, FMN said, “We are delighted that approvals have been received and we are all set to begin execution of this landmark transaction that would positively impact Nigeria’s food security architecture and overall competitiveness.”
He added, “Our combined brands and businesses will mean an expansive scale of food production for both Nigeria and Africa. Together, Flour Mills of Nigeria and Honeywell Flour Mills will be able to achieve rapid growth while maintaining high-quality products serving the evolving needs of our consumers. The acquisition will further serve as a catalyst for an even stronger stream of innovation that is focused on local content offerings, enabling our customers across the nation to seamlessly benefit from improved access to a wider product range and a robust pan-Nigerian distribution network.”
Mr Olusanya’s submission is in tandem with experts’ views on the implications of the acquisition for the FMN Group.
According to industry watchers, the acquisition of HFM by FMN will result in an enlarged customer base, solid market share and better channel penetration. It will also birth a strong combination of market-leading and diverse product offerings to the Nigerian population, thus strategically positioning the company for the opportunities available in the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCTFA).
Experts also agree that the acquisition will foster an increase in shareholder value, stronger stream of innovation focused on local content offerings, increased geographical reach even beyond the shores of Nigeria and market share with additional customers and a diverse range of complementary product offerings to cater for the growing Nigerian population.
It is also believed that the acquisition will streamline supply chain and operations of both entities on the back of economies of scale, savings from improved distribution and marketing channels, technology-enabled logistics to drive down operating expenses as well as enhanced productivity and efficiencies in back offices.
In the near term, the HFM acquisition will propel FMN to unprecedented revenues of over a trillion naira.
But beyond the benefits to FMN, analysts are of the opinion that the acquisition would impact positively on all major stakeholders.
According to them, the acquisition will create in FMN a bigger and more resilient company with capacity to create more employment opportunities as well as ensuring long-term job preservation.
Customers across the nation will benefit from access to a wider product range, an even stronger stream of innovation and a robust Pan-Nigerian distribution network; accessing greater number of points of sale supported by enhanced customer focused sales teams and redistribution capabilities.
In their words, “The acquisition will increase scope to deliver product innovation to meet customers’ needs.”
Similarly, the country will benefit from the acquisition as FMN’s strategic plan focused on developing the agricultural value chain and backward integration of the food industry would ultimately improve food security.
But while the benefits accruable from the acquisition of a majority stake in Honeywell Flour Mills are still in the realm of projection, the company has continued with the superlative performance that has become its trademark over the years as shown in its third quarter unaudited financial report released not too long ago.
In that report, Flour Mills of Nigeria Plc posted a growth of 51 per cent in Q3 and 49 per cent over a period of nine months. The growth was facilitated by the Group’s unwavering commitment to continuous product innovation, improved capacity utilisation, creating good consumer experience, providing strong supply chain support and effective route to market strategies.
In the third quarter of the current financial year, the FMN Group recorded N302.2 billion revenue, which is 51 per cent higher than the N200.2 billion recorded in Q3 of 2021. The gross profit posted in the period under review was N25.8 billion, a 17 per cent improvement over the N22.2 billion posted in the previous year. Operating profit for the quarter was N16.4 billion, a 40 per cent rise, while profit before tax for the quarter was N9.8 billion, an improvement of five per cent over the N9.3 billion figure for Q3 2021. Profit after tax for the quarter was N6.5 billion, a 10 per cent improvement over the N5.9 billion posted in the corresponding period of 2021.
Similarly, the revenue for the nine-month period stood at N825 billion, this was 49 per cent higher than the N555.3 billion recorded for the same period in 2021. Gross profit for the period leapt by 11 per cent from the N72.4 billion recorded in 2021 to N80.2 billion for the period under review. In the same vein, operating profit rose by 14 per cent from N35.5 billion in 2021 to N40.4 billion in 2022. Profit after tax also moved up from N15.9 per cent in 2021 to N17 billion in 2022, an increase of seven per cent.
The Group’s Food Segment had a good showing during the period under review, posting an 18 per cent overall volume growth. The growth was bolstered by accelerated focus on the small pack size segment for the noodles category in order to increase affordability. Similarly, 22 additional vans with automated performance tracking tools were deployed to deepen the redistribution infrastructure drive. The segment was also actively involved in investments in redistribution resources while working closely with the dealers – vans, rural containers and tricycles.
The Sugar Segment similarly recorded 20 per cent revenue growth. Although the segment’s operating performance was largely impacted by the rise in raw material cost, the strategic move by the company resulted in a positive turnaround which had already started manifesting by the end of the quarter.
In the period under review, the Agro-Allied Segment recorded a volume growth of nine per cent. This is made up of 48 per cent revenue growth in the Oil & Fats value chain, 21 per cent year-on-year volume growth in the Fertilizer business and 47 per cent growth in the animal feeds value chain.
The Support Segment also put up a good performance recording significant revenue and profit growth driven by increased demand in Bagco, as well as the port business which performed well with top-line growth.Over the years, the FMN Group has demonstrated its capacity to create value for its customers, its shareholders and the society at large. As it embarks on a voyage of spreading the goodness of its products beyond the borders of Nigeria into other African countries, there is no doubt that this will engender higher returns on investment, improved shareholder value as well as the transformation of the national champion into a continental colossus.
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TEL AVIV, Israel and NEW YORK, May 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- ONE ZERO Digital Bank is proud to announce it has chosen AU10TIX to power its customer verification system and KYC (Know Your Customer) platform. The Bank of Israel, Israel's central bank, gave ONE ZERO Digital Bank its stamp of approval to use AU10TIX's technology.
AU10TIX's technology allows ONE ZERO Digital Bank to perform identity verification to new customers as part of the onboarding process as well as every activity that requires re-verification, such as making changes to a bank account, resetting a password and any banking activity that requires identity verification.
The AU10TIX solution verifies a new customer's identity by performing a biometric comparison of a submitted identification to a selfie.
In addition to verifying and re-verifying IDs, the AU10TIX technology is capable of identifying emerging advanced identity fraud, known as synthetic fraud, which is nearly impossible for the human eye to detect. AU10TIX's identity intelligence platform has been successfully implemented with many of the world's largest companies, including PayPal, Google, Uber, Bird, Payoneer, eToro, and Fiverr. In addition, Nordea, Santander, Saxo Bank and many other leading banks are already working with AU10TIX technology.
Identity intelligence and verification solutions are in ever-increasing demand due to the COVID-19 pandemic, which accelerated the move to remote work and business around the world. As the financial sector and payments moved to the digital world, the need to detect and overcome identity fraud became a top priority for many companies.
ONE ZERO Digital Bank is owned by Professor Amnon Shashua, a founder and CEO of Mobileye. Throughout his career, Professor Shashua has played a key role in artificial intelligence breakthroughs and is currently working towards introducing autonomous vehicles to Israel.
ONE ZERO Digital Bank has successfully completed a pilot program and is onboarding its first 75,000 new customers, who were on a waiting list. ONE ZERO Digital Bank received regulatory approval from Bank of Israel and began onboarding those new customers with over 250 employees. The company is leveraging artificial intelligence which enables bank employees to offer additional money management services by means of online chat and phone.
Amichai Levy, CTO of ONE ZERO Digital Bank, says, "The relationship between bank and customer is based on trust and security. ONE ZERO is under the same regulation as any bank in Israel, and we invest enormous resources in cyber security and privacy. Thanks to AU10TIX, ONE ZERO Digital Bank can ensure our customers a secure means of identity verification with zero human intervention."
Ron Atzmon, Founder and Acting Chairman of AU10TIX, adds, "The combination of 100% automated, forensic detection and global coverage enable our customers to continue scalable growth, improve their KYC (know your customer) capabilities with industry-leading fraud detection capabilities while saving on costs."
About AU10TIX
AU10TIX, the global identity intelligence leader, is on a mission to obliterate fraud and further a more secure and inclusive world. The company provides critical, modular solutions to verify and link physical and digital identities so businesses and their customers can confidently connect. Over the past decade, AU10TIX has become the preferred partner of major global brands for customer onboarding and customer verification automation—and continues to work on the edge of what's next for identity's role in society. AU10TIX's proprietary technology provides results in less than 8 seconds, enabling businesses to onboard customers faster while preventing fraud, meeting compliance mandates and, importantly, promoting trust and safety. AU10TIX is a subsidiary of ICTS International N.V. (OTCQB: ICTSF). For more information, visit AU10TIX.com.
About ONE ZERO Digital Bank
ONE ZERO Digital Bank is the first internet bank in Israel. ONE ZERO Digital Bank is the first newly licensed bank in Israel in 43 years. ONE ZERO Digital Bank is fully owned by Fin-Digit Incorporated, which is owned by Professor Amnon Shashua. The bank offers the same services as do other banks in Israel. As part of ONE ZERO Digital Bank's launch, individuals and households in Israel may enroll as new customers. ONE ZERO Digital Bank has no physical branches – all banking activity is online.
Media contact: Press@AU10TIX.com
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COVID-19 has impacted nearly every aspect of life, from the personal (how people live and work) to the professional (what people buy and how they choose it, how supply chains deliver it).
According to our recent survey of 200 organizations across various industries, more than 90 percent of executives believe COVID-19 will drastically alter the way their businesses operate over the next five years, with almost as many believing the crisis will affect their customers long-term.
However, the world economy has dramatically changed today. When there are so many changes happening at once, people find it difficult to adapt. Remote works, mask mandates, and supply shortages, all these challenges lead to the need to innovate to survive.
In light of the recent pandemic, a consulting firm Assuras has shown proficiency in handling the complexities of global organizations. Tyler King, Founder, and CEO of Assuras is also a business advisor for entrepreneurs. The company has offices all over the world and is known for its success when it comes to delivering peace of mind to its clients. This consulting firm doesn't follow traditional methods and instead tailors each project specifically to the needs of its clients.
In order to do that efficiently, they start from the ground up without forgetting to consider the managerial side - demonstrating that there are several ways to solve a problem, even when it seems impossible.
Over the past few months, Assuras has seen a growth in business from its clients in Asia. As a result, they have been bringing more US talent abroad to work on high-priority projects. The firm recently received a thank you from a Middle-Asian client who appreciated their helpful service during this hard time period when many people were living in poverty. In collaboration with Assuras, they were able to come up with a plan that would get policymakers to think about the consequences for others besides themselves.
In addition to working with multinational corporations in the eastern hemisphere, Assuras has also consulted with numerous state and municipal government agencies around the world. India is one of them - where they helped formulate legislation to facilitate foreign investors' investment within the country.
Since international clients demand Assuras' services to an increasing degree, the company is continuing to grow rapidly. They hire workers from diverse nationalities and train them according to their own work styles and ways of working; they are also leaders in innovative practices in various business fields. Despite their wide impact across a number of industries, we hope to see the results pay off here at home over the long run.
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Customer Reviews of Volkswagen of Kirkland
Easiest purchase in 40 years of buying cars.
by 06/21/2020
onEasiest purchase I’ve ever made. James and Julia in sales were awesome. The finance process was easy and fast. Got a good deal on my trade-in. From test drive to driving home was just a couple hours. Now ready for my dream camping trip to Denali National Park thanks to VW of Kirkland.
- Recommend this dealer? Yes
- Purchased a vehicle from this dealer? Yes
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Just a Great Overall Service Experience !
by 08/06/2020
onThey went above and beyond all expectations ... I couldn't be happier ...
- Recommend this dealer? Yes
- Were you satisfied with the quality of work performed on your vehicle? Yes
- Did the dealership complete the work within the timeframe promised? Yes
- Did the dealership provide you with an accurate quote of the work to be performed? Yes
- Do you feel the price paid for service(s) was fair and appropriate? Yes
- Did the dealer honor all commitments made? Yes
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Fantastic Service at VW
by 08/02/2020
onThank you to the awesome team at VW for a quality service on my Atlas. Maribel and Owen went the extra mile to make sure my needs were met while providing excellent customer service!
- Recommend this dealer? Yes
- Were you satisfied with the quality of work performed on your vehicle? Yes
- Did the dealership complete the work within the timeframe promised? Yes
- Did the dealership provide you with an accurate quote of the work to be performed? Yes
- Do you feel the price paid for service(s) was fair and appropriate? Yes
- Did the dealer honor all commitments made? Yes
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Professional and Respectful
by 07/24/2020
onDid regular service and recall fix Wednesday and they are professional as usual. Plus everyone wearing mask and keep distance, nice place and highly recommended.
- Recommend this dealer? Yes
- Were you satisfied with the quality of work performed on your vehicle? Yes
- Did the dealership complete the work within the timeframe promised? Yes
- Did the dealership provide you with an accurate quote of the work to be performed? Yes
- Do you feel the price paid for service(s) was fair and appropriate? Yes
- Did the dealer honor all commitments made? Yes
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Easiest purchase in 40 years of buying cars.
by 06/21/2020
onEasiest purchase I’ve ever made. James and Julia in sales were awesome. The finance process was easy and fast. Got a good deal on my trade-in. From test drive to driving home was just a couple hours. Now ready for my dream camping trip to Denali National Park thanks to VW of Kirkland.
- Recommend this dealer? Yes
- Purchased a vehicle from this dealer? Yes
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Hassle free
by 06/07/2020
onThis buying experience was everything a car buying situation should be. Everything I was told on the phone was completely accurate and Seth was very thoughtful
- Recommend this dealer? Yes
- Purchased a vehicle from this dealer? Yes
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Used Car Inspection
by 05/27/2020
onAlthough I wasn't a VW owner and never used this dealer before, I was able to get a next day appointment for a used car inspection. The rep seemed very knowledgeable and identified all relevant issues.
- Recommend this dealer? Yes
- Were you satisfied with the quality of work performed on your vehicle? Yes
- Did the dealership complete the work within the timeframe promised? Yes
- Did the dealership provide you with an accurate quote of the work to be performed? Yes
- Do you feel the price paid for service(s) was fair and appropriate? Yes
- Did the dealer honor all commitments made? Yes
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Buy Here
by 05/25/2020
onGot a great deal on an eGolf. Professional staff, relaxed experience. The team worked to solve any obstacles while keeping me informed along the way. Stop by here if you are in the market for a VW.
- Recommend this dealer? Yes
- Purchased a vehicle from this dealer? Yes
- Did the dealer honor all commitments made? Yes
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Amazing Sales TEAM!
by 05/04/2020
onFirst of all, thank you to VW of Kirkland’s sales TEAM, especially to Tony Pho, their GM, who made the car buying experience really SIMPLE and EASY! My wife and I have been looking to get a new car so we could give our daughter our old but reliable Jetta for college. So I contacted Tony and his team and got an email right away. A phone call later and we’re discussing the best deal/financing that we could afford to get the new Tiguan R line that we’re interested in. Our phone conversation was direct to the point and straightforward. Not a lot of haggling and playing the “game” - we essentially agreed that they have what we want and all it came down to was agreeing on a purchase price that is both fair and acceptable to us. Rather than going somewhere else or wasting time negotiating with another dealership, we decided the following day to come in for the “required” test drive and next thing you know, we’re doing the credit application to finalize the contract! They’re so accommodating and friendly - we picked up the car at a time that was convenient for me and my wife, the car was detailed, already had a full tank of gas and they even gave us a FREE cargo cover! Overall, the process took just a couple of hours. Highly recommend VW of Kirkland, thanks again Tony and sales TEAM. Keep it up!
- Recommend this dealer? Yes
- Purchased a vehicle from this dealer? Yes
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What a service should be!
by 02/22/2020
onMy VW just received a super efficient service here. I was a little late arriving but that was no trouble. Car was serviced with no fuss and no surprises while I waited,
- Recommend this dealer? Yes
- Were you satisfied with the quality of work performed on your vehicle? Yes
- Did the dealership complete the work within the timeframe promised? Yes
- Did the dealership provide you with an accurate quote of the work to be performed? Yes
- Do you feel the price paid for service(s) was fair and appropriate? Yes
- Did the dealer honor all commitments made? Yes
Negative buying experience
by 02/22/2020
onI was misled through the whole process of leasing a 2020 Tiguan. There were a number of items they overcharged me on and when it came time for my trade-in I had to claw and scrape to get anywhere close to book value
- Recommend this dealer? No
- Purchased a vehicle from this dealer? Yes
- Did the dealer honor all commitments made? Not Applicable
Amazing Experience
by 05/04/2019
onI went to check out cars at VW of Kirkland and am now the happy owner of a beautiful Jetta R!! My salesperson, Sylvia Henderson, was the one who made that happen and turned it into an enjoyable experience in the process! She was very knowledgeable and thorough with a casual, no-pressure demeanor! I worked with Ryan Nakanishi in finance, who made it quick and painless when writing up my papers and handing over my check! Go visit today and you just might have a new car in your garage tonight!
- Recommend this dealer? Yes
- Purchased a vehicle from this dealer? Yes
- Did the dealer honor all commitments made? Yes
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Great VW service place in Kirkland / Redmond
by 04/13/2019
onI am new in this area and found this dealership to perform my 60k factory service. My advisor Roxanne did a great job with my vehicle. The waiting area is very nice and clean.
- Recommend this dealer? Yes
- Were you satisfied with the quality of work performed on your vehicle? No
- Did the dealership complete the work within the timeframe promised? No
- Did the dealership provide you with an accurate quote of the work to be performed? No
- Do you feel the price paid for service(s) was fair and appropriate? No
- Did the dealer honor all commitments made? No
Fair, Transparent, and Quick
by 03/24/2019
onCame into look at a GTI to get a sense of the specs with the plan to get an R in a year or 2. Turned out they just got a nice 2017 R literally the day before. Test drove and purchased in under 3 hours. Very clear on what I was paying for and it was a pleasant negotiation. Logan and everyone did a great job!
- Recommend this dealer? Yes
- Purchased a vehicle from this dealer? Yes
- Did the dealer honor all commitments made? Yes
What car buying is supposed to be!
by 02/15/2019
onOur sales person was Sylvia...very knowledgeable and thorough. This dealership gets it....no second sticker no run around....just a nice experience buying a fantastic car.
- Recommend this dealer? Yes
- Purchased a vehicle from this dealer? Yes
- Did the dealer honor all commitments made? Yes
Great sales experience from start to finish
by 02/13/2019
onI am a foreign national with a family of 6. Sylvia & Derek were super. Nothing was too much trouble as we weighed up our options between VW and other cars. It was the quality of individual service and excellent foreign business professional package on offer that decided me. If you are in the same scenario as me then make sure you give them a visit before you decide on your purchase.
- Recommend this dealer? Yes
- Purchased a vehicle from this dealer? Yes
- Did the dealer honor all commitments made? Yes
Gentle and Great Service Staff
by 01/31/2019
onI owned a brand new jetta from other dealership and the first service provided was not as expected. I tried here at VW of Kikland and they really care of customer service quality. My service advisor Roxie was amazing, gentle and really pacient with me. Thanks a lot
- Recommend this dealer? Yes
- Were you satisfied with the quality of work performed on your vehicle? No
- Did the dealership complete the work within the timeframe promised? No
- Did the dealership provide you with an accurate quote of the work to be performed? No
- Do you feel the price paid for service(s) was fair and appropriate? No
- Did the dealer honor all commitments made? No
Such Great Help!
by 11/02/2018
onI came in looking for a solid, reliable but inexpensive suv so i could get through after totaling a 2014 Ford Escape via deer. Kelly and Derrick really made sure i made a great choice. Kelly even looked at other dealerships for me, even ones where she would get no credit for the sale. I ended up going with the people who earned my trust and came away with an incredible value.
- Recommend this dealer? Yes
- Purchased a vehicle from this dealer? Yes
- Did the dealer honor all commitments made? Yes
Great service!
by 09/25/2018
onHad a great, easy service experience working with Maribel last week. She was friendly and funny, and my visit was shorter than expected, which is always welcome! Great 80s tunes playing in the show room, too.
- Recommend this dealer? Yes
- Were you satisfied with the quality of work performed on your vehicle? Yes
- Did the dealership complete the work within the timeframe promised? Yes
- Did the dealership provide you with an accurate quote of the work to be performed? Yes
- Do you feel the price paid for service(s) was fair and appropriate? Yes
- Did the dealer honor all commitments made? Yes
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Great service.
by 07/25/2018
onI have been to several VW dealers for service and this one fixed problems all others missed!Wonderful staff and knowledgeable techs. I would give them six stars if possible!Keep up the good work.
- Recommend this dealer? Yes
- Were you satisfied with the quality of work performed on your vehicle? Yes
- Did the dealership complete the work within the timeframe promised? Yes
- Did the dealership provide you with an accurate quote of the work to be performed? Yes
- Do you feel the price paid for service(s) was fair and appropriate? Yes
- Did the dealer honor all commitments made? Yes
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Worst Possible Service Experience
by 07/26/2016
onI brought a 2008 GTI in for service last year when the check engine light came on and had a very disappointing experience from start to finish. The service consultant, Roxie, was friendly and checked in the vehicle. However, she informed me that there weren't any loaner vehicles available even though I called in ahead of time (about 30 minutes before stopping by) and was ensured there were plenty of loaner vehicles. After I mentioned that I called ahead and was told that there were plenty of loaner vehicles, Roxie looked like a deer in headlights and said she would be right back. Roxie then magically returned with keys to a loaner vehicle in less than a minute. The GTI was in for a few days and I received a call saying to come in and pick it up, the fault had been resolved, the car was fully fixed and tested. I went in, payed a ton of money, and picked up the car. Upon pulling out of the parking lot, the check engine light came back on. I promptly turned the car around and explained that the problem I brought it in for wasn't fixed. The service staff then told me to wait as they ran diagnostics which took over an hour. I was then told that the techs missed something and needed to keep the car longer. I'm just speculating here, but I have a strong hunch that the diagnostics weren't actually performed before calling me and saying the car was ready. A few days later, I received another call saying that the car was definitely fixed and the problem has been resolved. Once again, I drove over and got in the GTI. I turned the engine on, and instantly there it was...the check engine light. I went back inside, explained that the problem I paid to fix still hasn't been fixed. The techs took the car back for more "diagnostics" again and this time came up with a laundry list of parts to replace. I trusted that this would fix the problem so I paid for the parts and repairs to be performed and left them to work on the car, again. More days elapse and I'm called to come in to pick the GTI up again. Hopeful that the additional parts I paid for to be replaced would fixed the issue, I went to pick up the GTI and drove away. Within a mile of my drive, the check engine light comes right back on. At this point I'm beyond frustrated with the service team and have zero faith in their technical ability. I call the dealership when I get home and ask for a refund, which of course they declined to provide and asked that I bring the car in again. Back I went looking for some type of compensation for the inability to fix the issue I brought the car in for. The service manager, Jon Labbe, comes out and feeds me a sob story about how the dealership was in the middle of moving locations and they can't refund my money because they spent time working on the car and need to pay their poor techs. He offers to look at the GTI again for another diagnostic and personally oversee his master tech perform the work. I agree figuring it can't hurt at this point. Jon and his master tech disappear for almost 2 hours and then return saying that they can't figure out what is wrong. Thinking to myself, "If these guys can't even figure out what is wrong, why the heck did the dealership keep telling me the car is fixed and ready for pickup?" Jon then fed me a ton of garbage excuses saying how the problem could be "carbon buildup" and that they could take a crack at fixing it, for more money. Kind of funny how he was proposing a "solution" despite telling me they couldn't even figure out what is wrong less than a minute earlier. As Jon kept trying to sell me more and more illegitimate services I realized that you can't talk rationally with an idiot, so I decided to cut my losses and leave. The funny part is that I was just looking to get the GTI in mechanically sound shape so I could trade it in for a brand new GTI since I love the platform and have been a repeat GTI customer over the years. Due to this terrible experience with Volkswagen of Kirkland, I traded the GTI in at a different dealership and picked up a new car from a competing manufacturer. This dealership not only lost my business, but Volkswagen also lost a lifelong customer because of this dealerships shady and unqualified service department.
- Recommend this dealer? No
- Were you satisfied with the quality of work performed on your vehicle? No
- Did the dealership complete the work within the timeframe promised? No
- Did the dealership provide you with an accurate quote of the work to be performed? No
- Do you feel the price paid for service(s) was fair and appropriate? No
- Did the dealer honor all commitments made? No
Terrible Used Car Sales
by 09/19/2014
onThe sales people are nice enough. The guy that I signed the papers with didn't even try to get me to buy some expensive scam/warranty. But the management and service teams are terrible. First, their 'list' prices are absurd. As in 160% of what I actually paid after a painful negotiating process. But more importantly, their inspection/service people are terrible. They didn't notice that the back door of the car I bought doesn't lock. I noticed as soon as I drove it home. Luckily, I have done some mechanical work before, so fixing it only cost a few hundred dollars for the part. A mechanic would have cost a few hundred more for labor. Then a couple days after I bought it, I noticed I had a flat tire. This probably isn't the dealer (I hit a nail on the road maybe?). But when I tried to get it fixed, I noticed that the spare tire was also flat. Really?? The inspection didn't make sure the spare tire had air in it?!? I received several emails from the dealer after my purchase telling me that 'my complete satisfaction' is their goal. So I let them know about these issues. Their response was to offer me a free oil change. So for a few hundred dollars in parts, a really obvious problem with a spare tire that cost me time and a big headache, I get an oil change??? Whoever is running this dealer is not a good business person. Fixing a back door myself- a few hundred $ Fixing a back door at a mechanic- a few hundred more $ The dealer actually inspecting and filling a spare tire- $0 Having a spare tire with air in it- priceless Go somewhere else to buy your next car.
- Recommend this dealer? No
- Purchased a vehicle from this dealer? Yes
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McGowan rejects assertion Chinese spy ship is ‘threatening’ and labels Dutton the ‘biggest threat to national security’
Mark McGowan has scolded Peter Dutton as the “biggest threat to national security” and rejected assertions that a Chinese spy ship travelling close to the Western Australian border was threatening.
Premier Mark McGowan has re-ignited a clash with Peter Dutton over China, condemning the Defence Minister’s comments around a Chinese war ship off the coast of Western Australia as “highly dangerous”.
Mr Dutton revealed last week that a Chinese war ship had been spotted as close as 150 nautical miles from Exmouth with the intention to “collect intelligence right along the coastline”.
The ship was cited heading north on Friday morning about 250 nautical miles northwest of Broome with the defence minister describing it as “hugging the coastline”.
Mr Dutton noted it was "strange timing" as he hit out at China's act of aggression, which is being closely monitored by Australian authorities.
"I think it is an aggressive act and I think particularly because it has come so far south. For it to come south of Exmouth is without precedent," he said.
The Western Australia Premier – who has clashed with the Defence Minister over China on multiple occasions – rubbished the claims.
Mr McGowan cited his previous experience as a naval legal officer and when asked if he thought the Chinese ship was being threatening, he said: “No it wasn’t it”.
“Foreign warships transit through other countries’ exclusive economic zones; we do it in the waters off China, the United States does it in the waters off China,” Mr McGowan said during a campaign stop with Federal Labor leader Anthony Albanese.
“The exclusive economic zone is to protect things like fishing rights, oil and gas and all those sorts of things.
“It doesn’t stop transit of ships, it was never designed to stop the transit of ships.”
The Premier then lashed Mr Dutton and said his rhetoric was “just politics” played a week before a federal election.
“His language around war and around ‘we’ve got to be prepared to fight’ … it’s highly dangerous and it’s against the national interest,” Mr McGowan said.
“And it’s inflammatory and unnecessary and I just think he’s the biggest threat to national security.”
But despite Mr McGowan's strong rhetoric, he was at odds with the federal Labor leader who said the ship's presence in Australia's exclusive economic zone was concerning.
Mr Albanese was asked if the announcement made by Defence Minister Peter Dutton was "short-term politics" from the government.
"I’m not suggesting that, I’m suggesting that it is an issue of concern that this ship was off the coast of Western Australia. It’s appropriate that we get proper security briefings on those issues.”
China responded to the defence minister’s comments late last week and maintained that the PLA “always follows international law and common practice”
“The Australian politician concerned should view the situation with objectivity and calm, instead of making sensational comments aimed at fear-mongering,” Foreign Ministry Spokesman Zhao Lijian said on Friday (local time). | https://www.skynews.com.au/australia-news/politics/mcgowan-rejects-assertion-chinese-spy-ship-is-threatening-and-labels-dutton-the-biggest-threat-to-national-security/news-story/b5b894414ae8d83c44a7a8e1ea1dd0bb | 2022-05-16T09:12:14Z | https://www.skynews.com.au/australia-news/politics/mcgowan-rejects-assertion-chinese-spy-ship-is-threatening-and-labels-dutton-the-biggest-threat-to-national-security/news-story/b5b894414ae8d83c44a7a8e1ea1dd0bb | false | 1 |
Reds stay hot, shutout Pirates 4-0
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Connor Overton got his first major league win and combined with two relievers on a four-hitter for the Cincinnati Reds’ first shutout of the season, a 4-0 win over the Pittsburgh Pirates. Overton allowed three hits and four walks in 6 1/3 innings with one strikeout. The 28-year-old right-hander got nine outs on ground balls. Luis Cessa got five straight outs, and Art Warren finished. Cincinnati has the worst record in the major leagues at 8-24; the Reds are 3-1 against Pirates and 5-23 against other teams.
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INFINITI of Mission Viejo
Customer Reviews of INFINITI of Mission Viejo
Disrespect customer after sales - Terrible communication
by 01/09/2019
onOur family leased 2 cars from this dealer in 2016 with Andrew, the only Manager that respond to customer call and already gone. Lately we were trying to get info from how to return a lease, we called the recommended lease return guy for more than 10 days and never receive a phone calls. I also wrote an email to all the others managers and owners and no one even care to return the phone call. I finally reach the customer relation Manager, the lady Jill Holder promised to have the lease guy calling me back, not a word after 7 days. Another issue is they suck you into buying an Excess Wear and Tear policy but you are on your own at the end of the lease. You schedule the inspection and called the excess wear and tear insurance company to fix for you. Infiniti will not do anything. This is the worse Luxury brand not in the same league as Lexus, Acura, BMW or Mercedes, not even their own Nissan brand. Or may be just this Infiniti dealer. I just called Metro Infiniti and Orange Coast Infiniti and they are willing to help me even though i didn't lease from them. The only credit that i can give is to the Manager named Phil Howard, he finally answer the call but how many chances you will run into talking to a person like that at this dealer. I called at least 10 times and the transfer went straight to VM and never a returned phone call. I also emailed. To me, it's a disrespect to a customer that leased the cars from you.
- Recommend this dealer? No
- Purchased a vehicle from this dealer? Yes
- Did the dealer honor all commitments made? No
Great Overall Experience
by 08/07/2015
onMy wife and I bought out OX60 from Infiniti of MV and dealt with Karim. I can't tell you what a pleasure it was having a no pressure, professional salesman working with us. He researched all our options, got a us a great price and was a true professional. I've already referred 3 more families to Karim and he got them all cars at a great price. What a great experience!
- Recommend this dealer? Yes
- Purchased a vehicle from this dealer? Yes
Horrible experience, would not recommend
by 05/26/2015
onThe beginning of a long, painful, and arduous process purchasing a vehicle from Infiniti Mission Viejo started when I inputted my contact information online interested in a Certified 2012 Infiniti G37S sedan. Mike Gandoumani called me a handful of times, left me a voicemail and an unprofessional email within the span of 2 hours. Not wanting to deal with a sales person like that, Theresa Camilleri transferred me to Kristian Van Bibber. Trying to purchase the vehicle 435 miles away remotely, we exchanged 98 emails which was like pulling teeth to get all the necessary paperwork, proof of inspections(as it was a Certified vehicle) and trying to obtain the purchase paperwork. Had to call the dealership over 20 times just to speak to someone to figure out if and when my paperwork had been Fedexed to me. Slipped in the paperwork was the attempt to sell me the vehicle "as-is" and not with the warranty as advertised. Called over 10 times and left voicemails with managers listed on their website, such as Michael Somsen and Jim Trotter, no one ever called me back at that point. Eventually flew down to complete the transaction with the following key issues: * Was assured all the fluids were checked and normal levels: clutch fluid was below minimum and dark dark brown. * Wheel lock key was not included * Was told the navigation was latest version which was not * Key fobs batteries were critically low. * No car manual * Not sure to what advantage but the mileage on different paperworks and posted online and what the car actually had varied by a couple hundred miles, nothing was consistent. After the purchase with all of these issues, I reached out to Infiniti Consumer Affairs and Scott Gunderson, the owner of the dealership through Linkedin, as it was the only way to contact with him as all attempts through the dealership were thwarted by the staff. Scott was very patient and listened to all of my issues and helped facilitate the resolution of all of the issues. Jim Trotter, noted above for never returning my calls, called me and asked about the navigation and was very irate, questioning my integrity and stating he would fire his sales person, Kristian if what I was saying was true, which was definitely communicated to me that the navigation was to be the latest version. The navigation dvd updates were later mailed to me by Ray Picazo, the service manager who was the only other person besides Scott that courteous to me. Clutch issues were resolved by my local Infiniti dealership and reimbursed by Infiniti Consumer affairs along with a service credit to address the battery and wheel lock issues. The car did not have the license plates and was told by Michael Ruane and Kristian that it would be mailed to me. After a month of not receiving the plates, I called the DMV and they informed me the plates had not been issued/requested. I followed up with Scott, and Michael Somsen called me(another manager that never returned my calls before) telling me not to reach out to Scott and stated "Straight off the DMV website" that the car was registered. I told him it was the plates that were not issued, not the registration which I received. I asked him why this wasn't completed before through email, and it went ignored. I emailed him a second time, and his response was unapologetically "People make mistakes, Raymond." In conclusion, would not recommend this dealership to purchase a vehicle based on the experience with the staff, the way I was talked to and the lack of follow through and consistency.
- Recommend this dealer? No
- Purchased a vehicle from this dealer? Yes
- Did the dealer honor all commitments made? No
A positive experience buying a car
by 10/28/2013
onI had a very positive experience when I purchased my BMW 740i. Joe, my sales professional, was a pleasure to work with. He was courteous, helpful, and patient, even helping me sync my cell phone at the end. The whole process of trading in my car and buying the BMW was handled well.
- Recommend this dealer? Yes
- Purchased a vehicle from this dealer? Yes
- Did the dealer honor all commitments made? Not Applicable
Great Buying Experience
by 09/01/2013
onThis weekend we leased a new 2013 G37S Sedan and I could not be more pleased with the buying experience. Our salesperson, Mike G., was professional and had all the required paperwork completed with efficiency, explaining the process as we went. The dealership found the exact car I wanted from another local dealership and had it delivered, and prepped for us when we arrived. The finance manager, another Mike was a knowledgeable and friendly professional. This is my second car purchased from Infiniti of Mission Viejo and will not be our last. I have owned 3 Infiniti vehicles and find them to be the best performance, luxury vehicles on the market. Having owned BMWs, Mercedes, and Jaguars the Infiniti line offers the best value on the market today. I highly recommend to anyone looking for a fair price and great buying experience. This dealership is family owned and their culture of customer service exists throughout the firm. Finally, we have had our vehicles serviced at the Infiniti MV service center for years. We are very pleased having worked with Tony and Jerry.
- Recommend this dealer? Yes
- Purchased a vehicle from this dealer? Yes
- Did the dealer honor all commitments made? Yes
A Very Positive Experience
by 02/04/2011
onI leased an Infinity G25 Silver Metallic at Infinity Mission Viejo in January. My experience was extremely positive and I was very happy with the dealers customer service. I Love the restyling of the 2011 G Series and the new V6 engine makes it a great vehicle for a daily use. Infiniti Mission Viejo lease offer was more competitive that the one advertised by Infinity on their national campaign. Robert Tovar, my salesperson, was extremely professional, knowledgeable and answered all my questions without overwhelming me with unnecessary data. The rest of the team took care of the paperwork in a seamless and efficient manner. When you talk to the staff you get a feeling of their commitment to make customers happy.
- Recommend this dealer? Yes
- Purchased a vehicle from this dealer? Yes
- Did the dealer honor all commitments made? Yes
Great Sales Experience
by 01/06/2011
onJust a quick note, the edmunds review of this dealer was a great help and I found the information to be true. so far the sales/purchase experience was a very good one, the staff was friendly and helpful. our salesman Robert Tovar was new having been at the dealer about 3 months but was helpful and calm about the whole process. Not pushy and no pressure at all. We ended up with the G37 with the Sport package, what a kick in the pants!
- Recommend this dealer? Yes
- Purchased a vehicle from this dealer? Yes
- Did the dealer honor all commitments made? Yes
G37 coupe purchase
by 12/17/2010
onI asked for a quote on a G37 coupe online and Ryan Imp became my sales rep. Between him and Chad Priest they gave me the best quote and full breakdown on numbers that I had asked for. They didn't try to make me come down to their dealership and purchase anything extra I didn't want. I got exactly what I asked for. They are a great tag-team. If you can't get a hold of one, the other gets in touch with you right away. I had a great experience working with them and would refer them to anyone I hear is interested in an Infiniti.
- Recommend this dealer? Yes
- Purchased a vehicle from this dealer? Yes
- Did the dealer honor all commitments made? Yes
Sales Review of Infiniti Mission Viejo - Alfredo Roybal
by 12/17/2010
onI recently purchased a new 2011 G37 from Infiniti Mission Viejo and my experience was a very good one. My salesman, Alfredo Roybal, was professional and extremely pleasant and easy to work with. This is my second purchase of a new car from Mission Viejo and this second purchase experience was just as good as my first purchase a couple years ago. The original salesman I had wasnt there anymore, so I was concerned a bit as to the experience I would have, however, Alfredo certainly took away those concerns shortly after meeting with him. Since I hadnt been impressed in the past with dealerships in my home area, driving the extra 100 miles to this dealership has been worth it. I have found that this dealership has been consistent in professionalism and friendliness over the past few years I have dealt with them. From my experience, I highly recommend Alfredo at Infiniti of Mission Viejo.
- Recommend this dealer? Yes
- Purchased a vehicle from this dealer? Yes
- Did the dealer honor all commitments made? Yes
Sales Review of Infiniti of Mission Viejo M35 Purchase
by 11/06/2010
onI searched across the internet for a Certified Pre-Owned Infiniti M35 for my wife. I submitted requests to many different dealerships and was surprised that many of them never even called me back. When I submitted a request to the Mission Viejo dealership I received a quick response. I was contacted via e-mail by the manager of the internet department, Ryan Imp, within minutes of my request. They honored my request to start communication over e-mail first which was very refreshing. Ryan gave me insight into the inventory they had and scheduled a time that was convenient for me to come down and look at an M35. We had already agreed upon a great price over email so I was coming down just to test drive the car. When I came down I was disappointed that the car was missing a key feature. Ryan turned what could have been an awful experience into a huge win. He researched cars that they had not yet put on the lot for sale. He found one that had lower mileage, was still certified preowned and gave me a killer price.
- Recommend this dealer? No
- Purchased a vehicle from this dealer? No
G37 Sedan Purchase
by 10/23/2010
onThe dealership was great and the team is very friendly. I searched for a vehicle online and get Ryan Imp as my rep there. He was great to work with and always was prompt to answer any questions I had. He was up front with what he had and what I wanted. There was no trying to sell me things I didnt want unlike other dealerships where I go in for a 2011 G37 and they try to sell / divert me to a 2010 G37 or a 2011 G25 cause they dont have what I want. Price he gave me was really a good price and didnt have to hassle to get it. He was upfront with me. Definetly one of the best Inifiniti dealers in the Southern Ca. area.
- Recommend this dealer? Yes
- Purchased a vehicle from this dealer? Yes
Completely Satisfied
by 07/31/2008
onLet me first state that I HATE buying cars. The BS that goes on is incredible. I thought I'd try the internet this time. I found Infiniti of Mission Viejo through Edmunds.com. Several dealers in the southern California contacted me but none would match the quote (below TMV) given by Larry Poudrier from the internet sales dept. Within hours he had contacted me by email and phone. We discussed in detail what I wanted (G35, sport, premium, nav). He originally had one on the lot but due to a move we were unable to proceed immediately and he later arranged a trade with another dealer. I kept waiting for the gottcha moment or the bait and switch. I guess I was skeptical due to the fantastic deal he was offering me. We drove from Redlands, Ca. right past the Riverside Infiniti dealer, who didn't seem anxious to get even close to TMV. The Mission Viejo dealership is very attractive and clean. Larry was there, greeted us and showed us the car which was being detailed. It was simply beautiful. The process was long, only because I was purchasing the car for my son and didn't realize that the only way to go was to transfer the money into his account so he could write the check, rather than me personally (we took advantage of the $2000 dealer cash incentive). It all was worked out. The price and vehicle was exactly as agreed upon with no hidden charges. The sales manager offered us the usual options for dent removal etc with no pressure. We did take the Lojack when we were offered a deal below $500. Larry walked us through the car including the Navigation system which is incredible. We drove off happy. Larry Poudrier was great to work with and I will consider purchasing through him even though I live in MN. If you want someone honest and easy to work with I highly recommend Larry. PS. As I reviewed this before hitting send I should point out that I had never met Larry Poudrier prior to this. I am not related to him and have no financial interest in Infiniti of Mission Viejo. I'm just a guy who is completely satisfied.
- Recommend this dealer? Yes
- Purchased a vehicle from this dealer? Yes
BAD ONLINE QUOTE EXPERIENCE
by 07/14/2008
onInquired about a G37 online, was quoted a price online from Mike Thayer. Traveled over an hour to get there to see what they would give me for my trade. They offered me 6,000 under what blue book trade in for fair condition was. Keep in mind my trade was in excellent condition. They wanted to steal it! Anyhow couple days later I decided to forget the trade and just purchase the vehicle, thought I'd just sell the car myself. The price Mike had quoted was better than I had gotten from other dealers, so I figured I'd take another trip down there. I confirmed price with both Mike Thayer and Twee Hayes on the phone before I left. Once at the dealership, getting ready to go into finance they tell me they quoted me the wrong price and it would be an addional 4,000 dollars. And this is what really upsets me, Twee tells me because of the mistake they are going to do me a huge favor and throw in a free car wash and oil change. Gee Thanks! BUYER BEWARE!!! All the internet department wants to do is get you in the door, and they'll do almost anything to get you in there.
- Recommend this dealer? No
- Purchased a vehicle from this dealer? No
Incompetant and dishonest
by 02/23/2008
onI had one of the worst experiences at this dealership I have ever had buying a car. The priced my trade in twice, confirming that price a third time. They Took a deposit, ostensibly to "secure" a car still on a boat to Cal. which they did not secure. We waited over a month. when the couldn't deliver that car they tried to switch us to another car and would no longer honor the price quoted to us for our trade in (a black '02 BMW 330ci Sport with Nav and every thing elsi in cherry condition), dropping their offer by $5000. Needless to say, we walked. We didn't lose any money, but the BMW is a year older now and so worth less, we didn't get the car we wanted, wasted tons of time, and felt treated like we were idiots. The internet Manager Mike Thayer was the only person there we felt had an ounce of integrety in the whole place.
- Recommend this dealer? No
- Purchased a vehicle from this dealer? No
Couldn't ask for more
by 10/13/2007
onHad a great experience at this dealership. After wasting a week at Costa Mesa Infiniti that couldn't find the car I wanted (black on black 2008 Infiniti G35 with no options), I email the internet department in Mission Viejo and they had the car at the dealership within a day. I dealt mostly with Twee Hayes in internet department who was awesome. Mike was also extremely professional and helpful. Most of the transaction was over email between me and Twee who was very quick to respond and stayed late to wait for me to get to the dealership. She sent me a couple of emails after work to make sure my buying process was coming along well and that I was happy with everything. <3 There really isn't much more that I could ask for from these guys. I got the car I wanted quickly, at a great price and with exceptional help from Twee, Mike and all the other people who work there. Thanks a lot guys. SN
- Recommend this dealer? Yes
- Purchased a vehicle from this dealer? Yes
I cannot decide whether this was incompetence or a scam
by 09/06/2007
onI will let the numbers talk for themselves. The Kelley Blue Book Wholesale price for my trade in is $16,375. The National Automobile Dealers price for my trade in is $16,925. These people offered me $11,000 and said they were being generous!! My advice: Keep your checkbook in your pocket if you ever try to deal with these people.
- Recommend this dealer? No
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New Delhi, May 16: The Supreme Court will on Tuesday hear a plea against the Allahabad High Court order which dismissed a petition challenging a Varanasi court's order to appoint an advocate as a court commissioner to inspect the Gyanvapi mosque complex. A bench comprising Justices D.Y. Chandrachud and P.S. Narasimha will hear the plea filed by Committee of Management Anjuman Intezamia Masajid Varanasi.
On May 13, the apex court had declined to immediately stop the survey of the Gyanvapi mosque in Varanasi, and agreed to list the matter. Senior advocate Huzefa Ahmadi, representing the petitioner, mentioned a plea before the top court filed by the Committee seeking a stay on survey of complex. Gyanvapi Masjid Survey: ‘Shivling’ Found Inside Well, Claim Hindu Lawyers.
The plea challenged the validity of Allahabad High Court's April 21 order, which dismissed the plea against the civil court's order for the survey. Ahmadi mentioned the plea before a bench headed by Chief Justice N.V. Ramana.
The bench said: "We don't know anything about the matter... We have no details. How can we pass the order?" Ahmadi said "please grant status quo", and added that the mosque has been covered under Places of Worship Act.
The bench said: "Let me look at the papers, let me see..." A Varanasi court on a suit filed jointly by five Hindu women, last month ordered an inspection of the premises through advocate commissioner Ajai Kumar Mishra.
The Allahabad High Court affirmed the civil court order. The petitioners urged the court for year-long access to pray at a shrine behind the western wall of the mosque complex.
The women petitioners also want permission to pray to other "visible and invisible deities within the old temple complex". On May 12, a Varanasi court ordered resumption of the video survey of the Gyanvapi mosque complex, including the basement and closed rooms.
The Muslim parties had objected to the survey. The court said the survey report should be submitted on May 17. The Varanasi court also declined to entertain the demand of Muslim parties to remove advocate commissioner Ajai Kumar Mishra, instead appointed two additional commissioners -- lawyers Vishal Singh and Ajay Pratap Singh -- to assist him.
(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on May 16, 2022 01:57 PM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com). | https://www.latestly.com/india/news/supreme-court-to-hear-plea-against-allahabad-high-court-order-to-survey-gyanvapi-mosque-tomorrow-3712061.html | 2022-05-16T09:14:35Z | https://www.latestly.com/india/news/supreme-court-to-hear-plea-against-allahabad-high-court-order-to-survey-gyanvapi-mosque-tomorrow-3712061.html | false | 6 |
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Sudden changes in the market are normal since there's always a sharp fluctuation in the price. Now that you know that it's common for the value of cryptocurrencies to quickly drop by a hundred, if not by thousands of dollars, what can you do as an investor to mitigate this risk?
You can take advantage of this volatility. There are many ways to take advantage of this price variance. Here are some ways you can try:
Asymmetric upside: One advantage of volatility is you could make it work in your favor by using the asymmetric upside. It works by allocating a small portion of your money or assets. Doing so could lead to outsized gains with minimal risk since you only invested a minimal amount.
Dollar-cost averaging: Sometimes, the best way to use crypto's volatility is by not dealing with it at all. Averaging-in means that if the prices go down, your move should be purchasing more shares or coins, and if the prices go up, your investment will still be the same. Thus, volatility becomes a non-issue here.
Diversification: Diversifying means you have a variety of assets invested in both underperforming and outperforming sectors. It will provide you with protection from potential downfall caused by volatility.
Liquidity maintenance: Liquidity means the efficiency in which an asset can be converted into ready cash without the influence of its market price. You should not put all your money into your investments. It's best to have some spare funds on the side, especially if your investment begins to crash.
2. It's unregulated
One of the risks of cryptocurrency is that its regulations are disorganised and complex due to its decentralised status. Decentralised means crypto has no physical presence and is not endorsed by a central authority.
No banks or governments assert their regulatory power over crypto, so it remains free from any institution or jurisdiction. As a result, some regulators are concerned that cryptocurrency might be what criminals and terrorist groups use in their transactions.
And as an investor, there's little you can do because being unregulated is ingrained in the system. You have to make sure that you don't put all your investments in crypto unless they create better regulations to boost investor protection.
3. It has unclear tax obligations
Since it's unregulated, some investors might be scared of investing because there's no clear understanding regarding crypto's tax obligations. Depending on where you live, cryptocurrencies might fall as an asset, while some might be the currency in other countries.
For instance, El Salvador proclaimed Bitcoin as one of its legal tenders. In Canada and U.S., it's treated as investments. On the other hand, China and Russia banned cryptocurrency trading in their respective countries.
So, what can you do as an investor? You should check the tax implication of crypto trading in your country before investing in it.
4. It involves cyber risks
Cryptocurrency is one of the by-products of evolving times. But it also comes with risks like cybercrime. Since it's unregulated and decentralised, there have been reported cases of theft on digital wallets and in exchanges. Hacking is still a threat, especially if cryptocurrencies are not correctly stored and protected.
Unlike traditional investing, investors cannot recover assets once stolen, and faulty transactions are irreversible. There is also no official insurance or safeguards for your investments.
So as an investor, you must limit only a certain amount of investment that you consider disposable income instead of going all in. Doing so allows you to protect your finances.
Final thoughts
Cryptocurrency is a novel and innovative technology that has much potential. As it rapidly evolves, risks also come into play that you have to watch out for.
It's crucial to know the basics like how cryptocurrency works, its functions, and the ecosystem it exists in. Doing this can save you from many potential losses by avoiding unnecessary risks.
- This information is of a general nature only and should not be regarded as specific to any particular situation. Readers are encouraged to seek appropriate professional advice based on their personal circumstances. | https://www.liverpoolchampion.com.au/story/7739955/why-investing-in-crypto-is-risky-and-what-to-do-about-it/ | 2022-05-16T09:15:10Z | https://www.liverpoolchampion.com.au/story/7739955/why-investing-in-crypto-is-risky-and-what-to-do-about-it/ | false | 1 |
Mask use: Optional at airports and airplanes from today
ECDC guidelines and company policy
The European Center for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) and the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) recommend relaxation of sanitary measures and more specifically the use of masks, both at airports and in flight.
In particular, the ECDC and EASA, in a joint statement, abolish the recommendation for mandatory use of medical masks at airports and flights, while noting that the mask is still one of the best precautions against the transmission of COVID-19.
The new recommendation is valid from today, May 16th.
What will companies do
However, it should be noted that the rules specifically for masks will continue to differ depending on the airline. For example, companies flying to or from a destination where masking on public transport is still required should continue to encourage its use.
It is also emphasized that at-risk passengers should continue to wear a face mask regardless of the rules, ideally a FFP2 / N95 / KN95 mask that offers a higher level of protection than a standard surgical mask.
In addition to the changes to the masks, the recommendations include relaxation of stricter measures for aviation activities, which will help alleviate the burden on the industry, while maintaining appropriate measures.
Dangers still exist
A few days ago, ECDC Director Andrea Amon said, “Although there are still risks, we have seen that non-pharmacological interventions and vaccines have allowed our lives to begin to return to normal. While the mandatory use of a mask in all cases is no longer recommended, it is important to keep in mind that, along with physical distance and good hand hygiene, it is one of the best methods of reducing transmission. The rules and requirements of the countries of departure and destination should be consistently observed and enforced and travel operators should ensure that passengers are informed in a timely manner of any measures required. “The importance of these measures should continue to be effectively communicated to passengers for their safety, and the ECDC will continue to work with our EASA colleagues to regularly evaluate and amend recommendations as necessary.”
For his part, EASA Executive Director Patrick Key noted a few days ago that “from next week the masks will no longer have to be mandatory on air travel in all cases, in general alignment with the changing requirements of national authorities across Europe for public transport “adding that” for passengers and crews, this is a big step forward in smoothing air travel. However, passengers should behave responsibly and respect the choices of others around them. “A passenger who coughs and sneezes should consider wearing a face mask to reassure those sitting nearby.”
The update of this common protocol takes into account the latest developments in the pandemic, in particular vaccination levels and naturally acquired immunity, as well as the accompanying lifting of restrictions in a growing number of European countries. | https://www.tovima.gr/2022/05/16/international/mask-use-optional-at-airports-and-airplanes-from-today/ | 2022-05-16T09:16:12Z | https://www.tovima.gr/2022/05/16/international/mask-use-optional-at-airports-and-airplanes-from-today/ | true | 1 |
Nonspeaking valedictorian with autism delivers moving graduation address
WINTER PARK, Fla. (WESH) - A Florida college valedictorian delivered an inspirational speech to her graduating class without actually saying a word. Instead, she used a computer program to share her voice.
At just 15 months old, doctors said Elizabeth Bonker would not have the ability to speak after being diagnosed with autism. But when she graduated from Rollins College last Sunday, she delivered the valedictorian speech.
Bonker shared her words of wisdom through a text-to-speech computer program.
“I am one of the lucky few nonspeaking autistics who have been taught to type. That one critical intervention unlocked my mind from its silent cage, enabling me to communicate and to be educated,” she said.
Four other valedictorians nominated Bonker to deliver the speech in front of her graduating class of more than 500 students.
“God gave you a voice. Use it. Because if you can see the worth in me, then you can see the worth in everyone you meet,” she said in the speech.
For Bonker’s mother, Virginia Breen, it was an extra special Mother’s Day as she watched her daughter take center stage.
“I’m just going to burst into tears, I think, because it was such a long journey for us. You know, there were times which felt a bit hopeless,” she said.
Breen read her daughter’s messages out loud during an interview over Zoom.
“I am not special. All nonspeaking students with autism can be taught to type. That is my mission. We need to change the way the world sees autism. Just because someone cannot speak doesn’t mean they can’t feel and think,” Breen read.
Bonker says she’ll always be hopeful that people will remember to serve for others, just like her mother did by never giving up.
“Parents with children with autism, I hope that what they may take away from Elizabeth’s story is that their children are capable and that we need to keep investing in them, advocating for them, believing in them,” Breen said.
Bonker is continuing her service after graduation with her nonprofit Communication 4 All, aspiring to make communication accessible to the 31 million nonverbal people worldwide with autism.
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WFO DALLAS / FT. WORTH Warnings, Watches and Advisories for Monday, May 16, 2022
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...A SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 315 AM CDT
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AND SOUTHWESTERN GRAYSON COUNTIES...
At 246 AM CDT, a severe thunderstorm was located near Pilot Point, or
14 miles south of Whitesboro, moving southeast at 25 mph.
HAZARD...Quarter size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Damage to vehicles is possible.
Locations impacted include...
Celina, Pilot Point, Gunter and Tioga.
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In the hard-fought race Republican voters Tuesday gave the edge to Gov. Ricketts’ preferred candidate: University of Nebraska Regent and Columbus hog producer Jim Pillen.
Nebraska coach Fred Hoiberg and Creighton coach Greg McDermott took an evening off from recruiting to surprise a friend — Julie Voss, an administrative assistant for Iowa State basketball since 1977.
The first installment of the docuseries “Day By Day: The Rise” is as direct and raw as those teams, writes Tom Shatel. In that sense, it serves that unforgettable Husker era well.
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Mayor Jean Stothert is proposing to annex three areas near city limits that would add 177 acres to Omaha. | https://omaha.com/3-bedroom-home-in-omaha---480-862/article_c092feec-b6fe-5aad-810d-ed1e2ce1054e.html | 2022-05-16T09:29:01Z | https://omaha.com/3-bedroom-home-in-omaha---480-862/article_c092feec-b6fe-5aad-810d-ed1e2ce1054e.html | true | 2 |
Goldman Sachs staff get unlimited holidays: Senior bankers are allowed as many days off as they want under plans to tackle complaints over long-hours culture
- Goldman Sachs has told senior staff to take as many holidays as they want
- Partners and managing directors will have no cap on number of paid leave days
- Staff will have time off to 'rest and recharge' in a bid to tackle long-hours culture
Goldman Sachs has told senior staff to take as many holidays as they want under plans to tackle complaints over its long-hours culture.
Partners and managing directors were informed there will be no cap on the number of paid leave days they can take as part of a new vacation policy.
It hopes the plan will improve staff 'wellbeing and resilience', providing time off to 'rest and recharge'.
Chief executive David Solomon has approved no cap on paid leave for partners and managing directors at Goldman Sachs
The 'flexible vacation' scheme came into effect from May 1 to allow senior staff 'to take time off... without a fixed vacation day entitlement', a memo seen by The Daily Telegraph said.
It added that every employee will also be expected to take a minimum of 15 days leave per year from next January, with at least one week of consecutive time off. Junior staff will get an extra two days off each year.
Goldman, the first major financial institution to bring in the policy, is notorious for its long-hours culture.
Last year junior staff begged to work just 80 hours a week amid complaints 'inhumane' expectations were leading to mental health issues.
In March, more than 10 staff in their first year at the company reported working around 98 hours each week, according to posts on eFinancial Careers.
Goldman, the first major financial institution to bring in the holiday policy, is notorious for its long-hours culture. Pictured, the company's London head office
Chief executive David Solomon said that the company is taking complaints from junior staff about workload and hours 'very seriously'.
Unlimited holiday policies have become popular with some firms, including Glassdoor, LinkedIn and Netflix, as a way to stop burnout among staff.
Goldman is one of a handful of financial institutions to get staff back in the office five days a week – Mr Solomon described working from home a 'temporary aberration'.
He said that being in the office is 'critical' to company operations
On February 1, only half of the company's 10,000 employees showed up to the New York City headquarters when offices reopened. Workers were reportedly been given more than two weeks notice to prepare for the return.
Mr Solomon has repeatedly argued that remote work 'is not ideal for us, and it's not a new normal.'
He has maintained his distaste for remote work throughout the pandemic, arguing that one of Goldman Sachs' strengths is its network of staff collaborating together to serve clients.
He believes that working from home inhibits relationship building and growth.
'The secret sauce to our organisation is, we attract thousands of really extraordinary young people who come to Goldman Sachs to learn to work, to create a network of other extraordinary people, and work very hard to serve our clients,' he told CNBC in March.
'Part of the secret sauce is that they come together and collaborate and work with people that are much more experienced than they are.'
Although he acknowledged that some businesses have made remote successful, he doesn't believe that is the best operating model for his company.
'I do think for a business like ours which is an innovative, collaborative apprenticeship culture, this is not ideal for us and it's not a new normal,' he said.
Goldman Sachs reported its best years ever over the past two years, with the company recording a profit of $21.6billion in 2021. | https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-10820653/Goldman-Sachs-staff-unlimited-holidays-Senior-bankers-allowed-days-want.html | 2022-05-16T09:29:11Z | https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-10820653/Goldman-Sachs-staff-unlimited-holidays-Senior-bankers-allowed-days-want.html | false | 3 |
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The trailblazing Nelson Chamisa-led Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) is causing Zanu PF serious headaches, with the ruling party's presidium openly acknowledging it was having sleepless nights plotting how to stop the three-month-old party from claiming its sculp at next year's general elections.
The ominous admission was made by disgraced former vice president Kembo Mohadi, who recently urged Zanu PF functionaries to work around the clock to stop Chamisa.
The Zanu PF co- vice president also said Chamisa's party was eating into the ruling party's rural strongholds as evidenced by results of the March 26 by-elections.
He said this during an induction workshop for the ruling party's Matabeleland South leadership in Beitbridge which ended on Saturday.
The CCC won 19 of the 28 contested parliamentary seats in the March 26 by-elections with Zanu PF taking the remainder.
Mohadi said this was worrying the Zanu PF leadership.
"We did not have MDC until 1999 so it came from us. We were not good shepherds. We lost some sheep in our flock, and they have come to haunt us," Mohadi said.
"If we had listened to the workers, we would not be having this MDC headache. This opposition party did not exist until 1999... the party has come back to haunt us and cause us headaches. These lost sheep are giving us sleepless nights. It's a daunting task to get rid of them but we should do it through votes," he said.
In 2018, President Emmerson Mnangagwa won the presidential election with a slight margin, but Chamisa insists he was robbed of victory through rigging mechanisms.
Chamisa and Mnangangwa will square off in 2023 again as they have been endorsed by their supporters.
Recently, the CCC launched a campaign targeting rural areas, Zanu PF's known strongholds.
Mohadi said he could not fathom an opposition victory in the 2023 polls as he pleaded with the party faithful to expend their energies towards ensuring a Mnangagwa and Zanu PF victory next year.
"Your invitation of gurus from the Chitepo College of Ideology shows the seriousness of the business you are gathered for. It is key to understand what values our great party stands for," Mohadi said.
"We should ward off competition from opposition. We need to be stronger than ever before and we should remain alive as elections are the survival of our Independence," he said. | https://allafrica.com/stories/202205160232.html | 2022-05-16T09:33:16Z | https://allafrica.com/stories/202205160232.html | false | 2 |
A PENSIONER (66) has been arrested at Outjo in connection with dealing in cannabis.
A police report says the pensioner was found in possession of 47 packets of dagga and three cannabis plants.
The discovery was allegedly made during a police operation at the town on Friday.
During the same operation two females (17 and 24) were arrested after allegedly being found in possession of one full arm of cannabis and 13 'ballies', valued at N$3 200.
The suspects are set to appear in the Outjo Magistrate's Court today. | https://allafrica.com/stories/202205160242.html | 2022-05-16T09:33:35Z | https://allafrica.com/stories/202205160242.html | true | null |
Volvo is close to catching up to German automaker Audi, which kept its title as the third top selling foreign car brand in South Korea, data showed Monday.
According to Korea Automobile Importers & Distributors Association, Volvo Korea sold a total of 1,332 units in April overtaking Audi Korea which sold 1,051 units the same month.
Compared to sales in March, Volvo Korea saw a 1.8 percent on-month sales increase in April while Audi Korea’s sales dropped by 9 percent.
In April, Volvo Korea was responsible for 5.77 percent of imported car sales while Audi Korea was responsible for 4.56 percent.
In the first four months of this year, Audi Korea sold an accumulated 4,702 units, only 10 units more than Volvo Korea which has sold 4,692 units.
Volvo Korea has continuously shown a two-digit growth in annual sales for 10 consecutive years.
Last year, the brand sold 15,053 units, a 17.6 percent surge on-year.
It recorded 749.7 billion won ($583.83 million) in sales last year, a 20 percent increase on-year.
Its operating profit surged 221 percent on-year to 18.8 billion won last year.
Volvo’s effort to launch new and diverse plug-in hybrids and all-electric vehicles were reflected in the numbers.
In February, Volvo Korea launched its first all-electric SUV Coupe, the C40 Recharge, and all 1,500 units allotted for sales in South Korea this year sold out within five days since its launch.
Volvo Korea also launched long-range models of its all-electric vehicles XC90, S90, and XC60 Recharge Hybrid.
Volvo Korea plans to foster growth through electrification under its global strategy of expanding plug-in hybrid or EV sales to 50 percent of the total by 2025. It plans to be all-electric by 2030.
Bestselling imported car brand Mercedes-Benz Korea has retained its place on the throne with 25,964 units sold from January to April this year, accounting for 30.62 percent of imported car sales in South Korea.
BMW Korea follows closely behind Mercedes-Benz with 24,701 units sold during the same period, taking 29.13 percent of all imported car sales.
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As the U.S. nears one million deaths from COVID-19, analysis finds nearly a third of those deaths could have been prevented — if people had been vaccinated.
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As the U.S. nears one million deaths from COVID-19, analysis finds nearly a third of those deaths could have been prevented — if people had been vaccinated.
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Canoe carrying 4 overturns near St. John's University
Four people were rescued after their canoe overturned in a lake near St. John's University in Collegeville on Wednesday.
The Stearns County Sheriff's Office said at about 7:07 p.m., they were called to a report of a capsized canoe on Lake Sagatagan. The caller was one of the four of the occupants on the boat, and noted that only one of the four in the water had a lifejacket.
St. John's University Life Safety sent out a small boat to rescue the quartet. Two of them were taken to St. Cloud Hospital to treat possible hypothermia. The other two did not receive any medical attention, according to a release.
One of the occupants told authorities the boat had been tipped for about 20 minutes before it was found and brought back to shore.
The sheriff's office reminds everyone to have access to life jackets when participating in any kind of water or boating activity. | https://www.newsbreak.com/news/2601641019547/canoe-carrying-4-overturns-near-st-john-s-university | 2022-05-16T09:41:39Z | https://www.newsbreak.com/news/2601641019547/canoe-carrying-4-overturns-near-st-john-s-university | false | null |
Biden Administration Targets Housing Supply Shortage
New regulatory moves aim to dent housing shortage of millions of U.S. homes
By Andrew Ackerman and Nicole Friedman
WASHINGTON—The Biden administration on Monday plans to announce steps aimed at addressing the U.S. shortage of entry-level homes, including expanding federally backed financing for affordable housing and directing grants toward localities that encourage construction.
Each regulatory move is technical and modest, though the administration hopes they will collectively dent the estimated shortage of millions of homes over the coming years.
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Sports betting coming to Kansas
KANSAS CITY, Kan. (KCTV) - Casinos in Kansas are cheering after Governor Laura Kelly signed S.B. 84 Thursday, which authorizes sports betting in the state. The house and senate signed the bill in the wee hours two weeks ago. “It’s another revenue stream for the state, and it’s another...
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Chargers Win NFL Schedule Day With Hilarious Announcement Video
In what has become a battle of creatives, Los Angeles may have done the best work.
The NFL’s schedule release day has evolved into an opportunity for social media managers to show off their creativity in recent years. Every spring, organizations let their social media teams come up with fun ways to reveal their schedule.
This year, one of the fan favorites for most creative schedule reveal belongs to the Chargers. Los Angeles created an anime-inspired video, which depicts every opponent in succession.
The Chargers’ full schedule features Amazon’s first ever Thursday Night Football game vs. Kansas City and two Monday night games vs. Indianapolis and Denver. They will also play the Rams on New Years day on Sunday Night Football.
While Los Angeles’s video had the strongest reaction among viewers, a few other teams also successfully revealed their schedule in a creative way. The Panthers used a nostalgia theme for their video, while the Giants enlisted Eli Manning’s help for their unveiling.
However, Los Angeles’s tweet won the night, receiving over 10,000 retweets in just two hours.
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North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has mobilized the military to respond to the country's first officially acknowledged outbreak of Covid-19, as the impoverished nation scrambles to address what state media has described as a "major national emergency."
Despite having placed all cities under lockdown on Thursday, a further 392,920 new cases of "fever" and eight deaths were recorded between Saturday and Sunday evening alone, state media outlet KCNA reported on Monday, though it did not specify Covid-19 as the cause of death.
That brings the total number of reported cases to 1.2 million, with more than 648,000 recovered, and the total death toll to 50. However, many experts are skeptical of the official figures, with few believing that a country of around 25 million people had been spared until now by a virus that has infected millions worldwide.
At an emergency meeting of top officials on Sunday, Kim said state-provided medicine wasn't being supplied to people through pharmacies in time. He criticized officials for "not properly recognizing the present crisis but only talking about the spirit of devotedly serving the people," according to KCNA.
He lambasted his cabinet and public health officials for "irresponsible work" and poor "organizing and executing," and accused the director of the central public prosecutor's office of "idleness and negligence of his duty," KCNA reported.
Kim ordered the military's medical arm to work on "immediately stabilizing the supply of medicines in Pyongyang City," according to KCNA and discussed ways to ensure hygiene at pharmacies.
After the meeting, Kim visited pharmacies in the capital, where he pointed out the short supply of medicine.
Over the weekend, the country's state TV aired footage of medical workers spraying empty streets. It also ran an interview with a doctor advising Covid patients to take drugs including paracetamol and ibuprofen -- and Korean traditional medicine such as Cheongsimhwan, a pill formulated with various herbs.
An outbreak of Covid-19 could prove disastrous for North Korea, with its dilapidated health care infrastructure, lack of testing equipment and a largely unvaccinated population.
North Korea is not known to have imported any coronavirus vaccines, though it is eligible for the global Covid-19 vaccine sharing program, Covax. In February, Covax reportedly scaled back the number of doses allocated to North Korea because the country failed to arrange for any shipments, according to Reuters.
Given the opaque nature of the regime and the country's isolation from the world -- which has only grown since the pandemic -- it is extremely difficult to assess the real situation on the ground.
South Korea offered assistance on Monday, though it's unclear if Pyongyang will accept the help.
"We must not hold back on providing necessary assistance to the North Korean people, who are exposed to the threat of the coronavirus," the South's newly elected President Yoon Suk Yeol said during his first budget speech in the legislature.
"If the North Korean authorities accept, we will not spare any necessary support, such as medicine, including Covid-19 vaccines, medical equipment and health care personnel," he said, adding the offer is irrespective of political and military considerations.
South Korea's foreign minister said Friday he had discussed providing humanitarian aid to North Korea during a call with his US counterpart.
South Korea's Unification Ministry said it had notified North Korea of its offer on Monday through the inter-Korean joint liaison office. Its formal letter includes the offer of medical supplies, including vaccines, masks, and testing kits, as well as an offer of "working level talks" between the two countries, the ministry said. North Korea has not yet responded to the notice, it added.
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'It feels odd!' Meghan and Harry's US fans perplexed as to why they hide children
MEGHAN MARKLE and Prince Harry's US fans are perplexed as to why they choose to hide their children, Archie and Lilibet.
Meghan Markle confirms second pregnancy in February 2021
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle welcomed their first child, son Archie in 2019 and two years later, their daughter Lilibet was born. Since their births, both children have rarely been seen and this has led to royal fans, particularly fans in the US, feeling puzzled as to why the couple choose to hide their children from the public eye.
Speaking on the latest episode of Royally Us, host Christina Garibaldi said: "They're [Harry and Meghan] very protective of their children, which I totally understand, but if you are gonna give us some of that, shouldn't you give us a little bit of that".
PR expert Lida Citreon said: "That's where it kind of goes to, you know, you don't get to open the box just a little bit".
Ms Citreon added: "That's a really tricky one, it's tricky for business people, it's tricky for celebrities, because authenticity doesn't mean the same thing as transparency.
"When you give an answer to be authentic means you are being genuine, you're giving the truth, you're speaking from the heart, doesn't mean I have to tell you everything about me, but keeping your children, something we attach to part of your identity, private feels odd.
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"It feels odd in this country [the US] when our kids are all over social media, in the most part.
"I fully support them choosing boundaries and setting up guard rails so that there are certain topics, like we don't need to know about their love life, but we'd love to see their kids.
"We'd love to see them as a family".
Ms Citreon continued: "I think that could go a lot to endear us, I understand there's a lot of risk to that, there's a lot of risk being very well-known too".
Prince Harry and Meghan share first photo of Lilibet in 2021
For Archie's first birthday in May 2020, Meghan and Harry publicly released a video filmed for the Save The Children's initiative Save With Stories.
In the sweet clip, Archie sat on Meghan's lap and listened attentively as she read to him the children's book 'Duck! Rabbit!'.
Their daughter, Lilibet, also known as Lili, was born in June 2021.
She is due to celebrate her first birthday in a few weeks.
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The Sussexes released a picture, including both of their children, last December as their Christmas card.
In the adorable snap, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex are sitting down and are looking at their daughter, who is being held up by Meghan.
In the festive picture, Archie is sitting on his father's knee. | https://www.express.co.uk/news/royal/1610896/meghan-markle-prince-harry-usa-fans-perplexed-hide-archie-harrison-lilibet-diana-vn | 2022-05-16T09:52:25Z | https://www.express.co.uk/news/royal/1610896/meghan-markle-prince-harry-usa-fans-perplexed-hide-archie-harrison-lilibet-diana-vn | true | 1 |
As the U.S. nears one million deaths from COVID-19, analysis finds nearly a third of those deaths could have been prevented — if people had been vaccinated.
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As the U.S. nears one million deaths from COVID-19, analysis finds nearly a third of those deaths could have been prevented — if people had been vaccinated.
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Homeowners and shoppers can view wildfire risk data from First Street Foundation and USDA Forest Service on for-sale and off-market home listings for free
SANTA CLARA, Calif., May 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- As we enter wildfire season in much of the country, Realtor.com® today announced that it is the first major real estate site to add property-specific wildfire risk information to for-sale and off-market homes free of cost. An estimated one in five single family homes in the U.S., representing $8.8 trillion in property value, are at risk of being damaged by a wildfire over the next 30 years. Listings on Realtor.com® will now include a Fire Factor™ rating from First Street Foundation, a nonprofit research and technology group, as well as information from USDA Forest Service.
"Realtor.com® was the first real estate site to display flood risk data on home listings and maps, which consumers have found to be extremely helpful in the buying process. As the likelihood of natural disasters like wildfire and flood increase, we want to provide as much information as possible for families to make informed decisions about where to live and how to protect their homes," said Sara Brinton, lead product manager, Realtor.com®. "By integrating wildfire risk data directly into maps and property listings, we can help homebuyers feel confident when making one of the biggest purchases of their lives."
According to a recent survey from Realtor.com® and HarrisX, 71% of recent homebuyers took natural disasters into account when considering where to move. Additionally, about half (47%) of recent buyers are more concerned about natural disasters today than they were five years ago.
Wildfire risk data is not just useful for buyers; it also enables homeowners to take steps to mitigate risk and protect their property. This first-of-its-kind data integration on Realtor.com® gives homebuyers and owners easy access to previously hard-to-find information about wildfires and property risk for free.
Users can explore wildfire risk on interactive maps across the Realtor.com® site. In addition, Realtor.com® listings now include a new Environmental Risk section featuring an overview of wildfire and flood risks. Wildfire risk information includes:
- Fire Factor™ from First Street Foundation, which is a simple risk rating on a scale of 1-10 based on the property's cumulative risk of wildfire damage over 30 years. The Fire Factor™ score considers property specific attributes such as exposure to embers, the extent and type of fuel sources, such as trees, grass and other vegetation, and the distance between a building and the nearest fuel sources.
- The USDA Forest Service Wildfire rating compares the wildfire risk of the county where the property is located to other counties across the country.
Wildfire risk data will be coming soon to rental properties. For more information, visit www.realtor.com/wildfire-risk.
Realtor.com® makes buying, selling, renting and living in homes easier and more rewarding for everyone. Realtor.com® pioneered the world of digital real estate more than 20 years ago, and today through its website and mobile apps is a trusted source for the information, tools and professional expertise that help people move confidently through every step of their home journey. Using proprietary data science and machine learning technology, Realtor.com® pairs buyers and sellers with local agents in their market, helping take the guesswork out of buying and selling a home. For professionals, Realtor.com® is a trusted provider of consumer connections and branding solutions that help them succeed in today's on-demand world. Realtor.com® is operated by News Corp [Nasdaq: NWS, NWSA] [ASX: NWS, NWSLV] subsidiary Move, Inc. under a perpetual license from the National Association of REALTORS®. For more information, visit Realtor.com®.
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The Queen appeared to casually shrug after Alan Titchmarsh paid a glowing tribute during Sunday's Platinum Jubilee celebration, calling her the “heartbeat of the nation”.
On Sunday (15 May), ITV hosted the first celebrity-filled event to mark the monarch's 70-year reign, ahead of more celebrations later this summer.
“There’s been one constant heartbeat of this nation and that heart belongs to Her Majesty, the Queen,” Titchmarsh said, drawing applause from the crowd.
But as the camera focused on the Queen, she looked unimpressed, shrugging before the shot cut away.
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JERUSALEM (AP) — The top Catholic clergyman in the Holy Land on Monday condemned the police beating of mourners carrying the casket of Al Jazeera journalist Shireen Abu Akleh, accusing the authorities of violating human rights and disrespecting the Catholic Church.
Latin Patriarch Pierbattista Pizzaballa told reporters at St. Joseph Hospital in Jerusalem that Friday's incident, broadcast around the world, was a “disproportionate use of force” to the Palestinian flag-waving crowd of thousands proceeding from the hospital to a nearby Catholic church in Jerusalem's Old City. The attack drew worldwide condemnation and added to the shock and outrage of Abu Akleh's killing as she covered a shootout in the occupied West Bank.
The police attack, Pizzaballa told reporters, “is a severe violation of international norms and regulations, including the fundamental human right of freedom of religion, which must be observed also in a public space." He spoke as the leaders and clergy of other Christian churches sat nearby.
There was no immediate Israeli response.
Israel and the Palestinians are locked in a war of narratives over Abu Akleh's killing. The reporter, a Palestinian-American, a Catholic and a 25-year veteran of the satellite channel, was shot Wednesday while covering an Israeli military raid in the Jenin refugee camp. She was wearing a blue vest clearly marked “Press.” Abu Akleh was a household name across the Arab world, known for documenting the hardship of Palestinian life under Israeli rule.
Palestinian officials and witnesses, including journalists who were with her, say she was killed by army fire. The military, after initially saying Palestinian gunmen might have been responsible, later backtracked and now says it's not clear who fired the deadly bullet.
After an international uproar over the funeral violence, Israeli police launched an investigation into the conduct of the officers who attacked the mourners, causing the pallbearers to nearly drop her coffin.
Israel has called for a joint investigation with the Palestinians, saying the bullet must be analyzed by ballistics experts to reach firm conclusions. Palestinian officials have refused, saying they don’t trust Israel. Human rights groups says Israel has a poor record of investigating wrongdoing by its security forces.
After earlier saying they would accept an outside partner, the Palestinians said late Sunday that they would handle the investigation alone and deliver results very soon.
“We also refused to have an international investigation because we trust our capabilities as a security institution,” Prime Minister Mohammed Shtayyeh announced. “We will not hand over any of the evidence to anyone because we know that these people are able to falsify the facts.” He stood with Abu Akleh’s brother, Anton, and Al Jazeera’s local bureau chief, Walid Al-Omari.
Amid the wrangling, several research and human rights groups have launched their own investigations.
Bellingcat, a Dutch-based international consortium of researchers, published an analysis of video and audio evidence gathered on social media. The material came from both Palestinian and Israeli military sources, and the analysis looked at such factors as time stamps, the locations of the videos, shadows and a forensic audio analysis of gunshots.
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Fiorella acknowledged that the analysis cannot be 100% certain without such evidence as the bullet, weapons used by the army and GPS locations of Israeli forces. But he said the emergence of additional evidence typically bolsters preliminary conclusions and almost never overturns them. | https://www.timesunion.com/news/article/Israel-s-top-Catholic-prelate-condemns-police-17175355.php | 2022-05-16T10:00:06Z | https://www.timesunion.com/news/article/Israel-s-top-Catholic-prelate-condemns-police-17175355.php | false | 25 |
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RUSSIA'S US ambassador has dropped hints about splits in the Kremlin hierarchy over the war in Ukraine amid coup rumours.
Envoy Anatoly Antonov said America is secretly giving Vladimir Putin - who an ex-Brit spy has claimed is "seriously ill" - the terms of negotiations to halt the fighting.
As Putin's invasion continues to falter in the face of stiff Ukrainian resistance, Antonov, 67, has implied that some of the tyrant's inner circle are ready to give up the fight.
He hinted that some inside the Kremlin’s power structure want to move back invading troops and even “repent” - while stressing he was not among those willing to capitulate.
It comes amid claims from Ukraine's spy chief Major General Kyrylo Budanov that a coup to remove Putin from power is "already underway".
Senior diplomat Antonov - seen as a hardliner - said: "The Americans are pushing us into negotiations, but with certain conditions.
"I would specify three of them. First, to stop military action as part of the special military operation.
"Second, to move our troops back to where they were before 24 February.
"The third is ‘to repent for everything we have done’.”
Antonov told Russian State TV anchor Vladimir Solovyov: “Naturally we are saying firm and clear, and we are unambiguously sure of this - at least the Russian diplomats that work here there will be no such capitulation. Never.
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“We are firmly convinced - and it would have been harder to work without this certainty - that all tasks set by the Supreme Commander-in-Chief will be fully completed.
“We will never surrender, and never go back.”
By saying "at least the Russian diplomats that work here" he appeared to hint that others were less certain of his "no capitulation" message.
The veteran ambassador failed to mention Putin by name, instead referring to him as the "Supreme Commander-in-Chief".
It comes as former Brit spy Christopher Steele - who ran the Russia desk at MI6 in London from 2006 to 2009 - claims Putin is "seriously ill" amid ongoing rumours about the tyrant's reporter ill health.
He told Sky News: "Certainly, from what we're hearing from sources in Russia and elsewhere, is that Putin is, in fact, quite seriously ill.
"It's not clear exactly what this illness is - whether it's incurable or terminal, or whatever. But certainly, I think it's part of the equation."
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Meanwhile, in other statements, Antonov has echoed other figures in the Russian elite that the current east-west confrontation with then West arming Ukraine could trigger nuclear war.
He told Russian television: "The situation today is extremely, extremely dangerous.
“The US is being drawn deeper and deeper into conflict with the most unpredictable consequences for relations between the two nuclear powers.”
He also claimed Russian diplomats faced threats of physical violence and that US intelligence agencies were seeking to make private contact with his envoys.
Since Russia invaded Ukraine on February 24, face-to-face meetings with US officials had ended, he said.
He added: "It's like a besieged fortress. Basically, our embassy is operating in a hostile environment. Embassy employees are receiving threats, including threats of physical violence.
"Agents from US security services are hanging around outside the Russian embassy, handing out CIA and FBI phone numbers, which can be called to establish contact."
The CIA and the FBI declined comment, Reuters reported. | https://www.thesun.ie/news/8800408/russias-ambassador-kremlin-split-war/ | 2022-05-16T10:06:38Z | https://www.thesun.ie/news/8800408/russias-ambassador-kremlin-split-war/ | false | 4 |
WebWork Time Tracker recently launched its communication feature – a messenger. The tracker has long been used by different types of teams and they all have been using other tools to stay connected. Now with the introduction of a messenger into the tracker, users do not need to switch to other apps for maintaining communication while working. The built-in messenger enables team members to chat while tracking time on WebWork.
WebWork originally started as a time tracker for monitoring one’s work process. Over time the tracker introduced other features, such as employee monitoring, task management, project management, invoicing, and others. The tracker gradually became a complete tool for employee monitoring and is still expanding.
Now WebWork functions as a time tracker, an employee monitoring tool, and a project management platform.
Let’s take a look at them separately.
Time Tracking Features
As a time tracker WebWork tracks time spent on work through various features. They are time tracking, screenshot modes, and activity levels. The tracker measures time spent on work and uses screenshots as proof.
It has 4 screenshot modes for different projects and types of monitoring. Modes like Blurred or No Screenshot enable using the tracker even with projects that require privacy. WebWork claims that the use of screenshots should always be discussed with employees in advance so that they know the purpose. And the purpose should be work improvement and productivity for all.
Time tracking is also accompanied by activity level measurement. The tracker estimates activity levels by counting the number of mouse clicks and keystrokes. Depending on the amount, a user’s activity level can be either high, medium, or low. Obviously, this data is not absolutely correct, as the user may be reading, watching, or thinking while working, and the tracker will not record any activity level.
What is time tracking good for?
Time tracking is a great way to know one’s worked hours for sure. Whether it is employers that want to know their employees’ exact worked hours or freelancers that need accurate worked hours as proof when working on an hourly basis.
WebWork as a Project Management Tool
Other than time tracking, WebWork also functions as a project management platform. The messenger completes the tool turning it into a whole workspace platform. Additionally, the task and project management systems enable team members to work on tasks right inside WebWork Time Tracker. There employers can assign tasks to team members and watch them come alive with time tracking features.
Other Features of WebWork
The other important features that characterize WebWork are attendance monitoring, app and website usage, reports, and billable hours.
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Attendance monitoring automates the process of recording attendance and makes it effortless. The feature of app and website usage records the time spent on apps and websites marked as productive, nonproductive, and neutral. The data generated through the latter and other features is stored in the form of reports, which can be exported in different formats. And finally, the feature of billable hours enables freelancers to work on billable contracts. The tracker automatically counts the amount they worked and earned to share with clients. In the same way, WebWork has the invoice creation feature, where users fill in the information and get a ready invoice.
WebWork works across 4 platforms, including Web, Desktop, Mobile, and Chrome Extensions. The tracker works in a synchronized manner so that users can start their work on one tracker and continue it on another, if necessary.
If users want to use WebWork with other tools, they can always integrate it. Currently, WebWork can be integrated with most project management tools.
In order to make WebWork accessible to everyone, the team behind it has set and is keeping it at an affordable price. Other than the affordable price, the tracker also offers a 7-day free trial which is followed by 30 days of usage that can be paid for only if the user is satisfied. This is called satisfaction guarantee and seems to be loved by WebWork’s users.
WebWork is planning to expand its scope of functionalities in order to fill in the gaps and become a complete virtual workspace. It is planning on incorporating GPS tracking, video calls, tools for HR, and more. | https://www.europeanbusinessreview.com/webwork-time-tracker-releases-a-built-in-messenger/ | 2022-05-16T10:08:12Z | https://www.europeanbusinessreview.com/webwork-time-tracker-releases-a-built-in-messenger/ | false | 1 |
Boxer Alejandro Ayala rushed to hospital and undergoes surgery after 10th-round KO defeat to Hannah Rankin
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The 33-year-old was stopped by Scot Hannah Rankin 10 rounds into their WBA and IBO super-welterweight title bout in Glasgow on Friday.
Ayala was tended to by medics in the ring following the TKO before being transported to a local hospital.
And today Rankin has said she is sending "thoughts, prayers and good wishes" to Ayala.
The 31-year-old wrote on Twitter: "My thoughts, prayers and good wishes are with Alejandra and her family and team at this time.
"Once again thank you Scotland for supporting our fight and can we all keep Alejandra and her team in your thoughts for a speedy recovery."
4,500 fans were in attendance at The SSE Hydro in Glasgow to watch Rankin defend her titles.
A statement from Dennis Hobson Promotions said Rankin was "deeply concerned" by Ayala's condition, but the Mexican is said to be stable in hospital.
It said: "The thoughts and prayers of everyone at Dennis Hobson Promotions, Fight Academy and FightZone are with Alejandra Ayala.
"Following Friday's WBA & IBO World Championship bout with Hannah Rankin, Alejandra was admitted to hospital in Glasgow where she has undergone surgery and is now reported to be in stable condition.
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"We will update everyone when we can and it's appropriate to do so, but right now our thoughts are with Alejandra and her family." | https://www.thesun.ie/sport/football/8799789/alejandro-ayala-hospital-surgery-hannah-rankin/ | 2022-05-16T10:12:12Z | https://www.thesun.ie/sport/football/8799789/alejandro-ayala-hospital-surgery-hannah-rankin/ | false | 4 |
Alexandra Ibrahim's rapid rise as a digital creator, influencer, and now as an entrepreneur
She is all set to launch her beauty boutique in Dubai soon which will offer some of the most renowned beauty treatments considering her high knowledge in everything beauty and skin related.
Wondrous are all those success stories that are made from the ground up and mainly by the modern-day women of the modern-day world. Men have always been celebrated for their achievements and contributions in their respective industries, but now it is time to focus on how women have been taking over almost all sectors around the world as boss ladies. They are challenging the status quo and facing challenges head-on to emerge as one of the finest talents in the world in their respective niches. Doing that and much more is one such mesmerizing beauty and a brilliant content creator named Alexandra Ibrahim Moukalled.
Alexandra Ibrahim grew up dreaming big. She also pictured herself out there in front of people as a creator and artist. As she grew up and saw the constant boom in the digital world, she knew where she wanted to be. She dived deep into the content creation game and made her way to the top as a digital creator, social media influencer, and inspirational woman. The beauty from Beirut, who now lives in Dubai, has worked along with some of the most respected national and global brands like Charlotte Tilbury, L'Oreal, JIJIL Collection, The Giving Movement, Honor Arabia, Les Benjamins, Pretty Little Thing, Jw Pie, Foreo, and Noon.
Her content is based on niches of beauty, skincare, fashion, sports, and lifestyle. The graduate with a Master's degree in marketing also later attained her digital marketing certificate. Collaborating with top restaurants, hotels, and different agencies made her spread her prominence in the digital space. She even joined hands with giant brands like Maybelline, and Benefit in Lebanon. All this helped her travel to different parts of the world, gaining even more incredible working experiences.
Alexandra Ibrahim now can't wait to take her career a step higher by planning to start her own beauty lounge in Dubai soon. Soon becoming a business owner, she is excited and nervous both but is confident in her visions. She will be keeping the interiors simple yet elegant with minimalist modern designs combined with the latest technologies in the industry and plans to spellbound people with her extraordinary services like hair, lashes, nail, eyebrow lamination, massage, hair treatments, waxing, and much more.
Connect with her on Instagram @alexsaibrahim to know more. | https://www.khaleejtimes.com/kt-engage/alexandra-ibrahims-rapid-rise-as-a-digital-creator-influencer-and-now-as-an-entrepreneur | 2022-05-16T10:15:17Z | https://www.khaleejtimes.com/kt-engage/alexandra-ibrahims-rapid-rise-as-a-digital-creator-influencer-and-now-as-an-entrepreneur | false | 2 |
On May 13, the chairman of the NGO “Tatar national-cultural autonomy of the Penza region” Tuktarov Zh. Z., together with his deputy Alyushev R. Kh., a member of the autonomy, deputy minister of culture and tourism of the Penza region Mavlyudov I. N. took part in events in the village of Inderka Sosnovoborsky district.
The events were timed to coincide with the anniversary, the 100th anniversary of the birth of Zyabirov Khaidar Davydovich.
Representatives of the autonomy and other officials laid flowers at the memorial to the memory of fellow villagers who died in the Great Patriotic War. After that, the official part and a concert in honor of the worthy son of the Tatar people took place.
In his speech, the chairman of the Republican Public Organization “Tatar National-Cultural Autonomy of the Penza Region” Tuktarov Zh. Z. addressed the leadership of the district, deputies of the committee of local government with. Inderka, with a proposal to name the village BCD after Zyabirov Khaidar Davydovich.
The audience met the idea with applause and supported the idea.
Zyabirov Kh.D. from 1961 to 1999 was the chairman of the Iskra millionaire collective farm in the Sosnovoborsky district, which under his leadership became one of the best farms in Russia. During his leadership, Khaidar Davydovich made a significant contribution to the development of not only the village, but also the district and the region as a whole: soil fertility was significantly improved, many industrial, cultural and domestic facilities were built, roads, a gas pipeline, a hospital, a maternity hospital, a building for an operating schools with Inderka.
Khaidar Davydovich Honored Worker of Collective Farm Construction of the RSFSR (1991), participant in the Great Patriotic War. For labor and combat exploits, he was awarded two Orders of Lenin, the Order of the October Revolution, the Order of Friendship of Peoples, the Orders of the Patriotic War I and II degrees, and many medals.
“We and our future generations need to be equal to such purposeful, hardworking, responsible and faithful people as today’s hero of the day!
We are proud that Khaidar Davydovich Zyabirov wrote significant and rich pages in our national history! The memory of such personalities is important in the modern world, because by preserving the past, we create the future!” Zhigansha Zeynyatullovich noted in his speech.
ROO “Tatar national-cultural autonomy of the Penza region” is sincerely grateful to the leadership of the district, the village and the head of the society of Tatar culture of the Sosnovoborsky district Shagvaleeva G.S. for the opportunity to be part of such an important event for the entire region. | https://tatar-congress.org/ru/blog/events-dedicated-to-the-100th-anniversary-of-the-birth-of-khaidar-zyabirov-were-held-in-the-village-of-inderka-3/ | 2022-05-16T10:17:51Z | https://tatar-congress.org/ru/blog/events-dedicated-to-the-100th-anniversary-of-the-birth-of-khaidar-zyabirov-were-held-in-the-village-of-inderka-3/ | true | 7 |
NEW YORK, May 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Attention Li-Cycle Holdings Corp. f/k/a Peridot Acquisition Corp. ("Li-Cycle") (NYSE: LICY) shareholders:
The Law Offices of Vincent Wong announce that a class action lawsuit has commenced on behalf of investors who purchased between February 16, 2021 and March 23, 2022.
If you suffered a loss on your investment in Li-Cycle, contact us about potential recovery by using the link below. There is no cost or obligation to you.
ABOUT THE ACTION: The class action against Li-Cycle includes allegations that the Company made materially false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (1) Li-Cycle's largest customer, Traxys, is not actually a customer, but merely a broker providing working capital financial to the Company while Traxys tries to sell Li-Cycle's product to end customers; (2) the Company engaged in highly questionable related party transactions; (3) the Company's mark-to-model accounting is vulnerable to abuse and gave a false impression of growth; (4) a significant portion of the Company's reported revenues were derived from simply marking up receivables on products that had not been sold; (5) the Company's gross margins have likely been negative since inception; (6) the Company will require an additional $1 billion of funding to support its planned growth (which is a figure greater than the Company raised via the merger); and (7) as a result, Defendants' public statements were materially false and/or misleading at all relevant times.
DEADLINE: June 20, 2022
Aggrieved Li-Cycle investors only have until June 20, 2022 to request that the Court appoint you as lead plaintiff. You are not required to act as a lead plaintiff in order to share in any recovery.
Vincent Wong, Esq. is an experienced attorney who has represented investors in securities litigations involving financial fraud and violations of shareholder rights. Attorney advertising. Prior results do not guarantee similar outcomes.
CONTACT:
Vincent Wong, Esq.
39 East Broadway
Suite 304
New York, NY 10002
Tel. 212.425.1140
E-Mail: vw@wongesq.com
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‘Date My Family’ Trends As Viewers Fall in Love With Honest Jenny: “I’m Too Sexy to Have a Child”
- Date My Family trended on social media when a young gorgeous lady shared what she's not willing to do when in a relationship
- The viewers laughed out loud when Jenny told her potential boyfriend that he cannot expect her to render wife duties on a girlfriend contract
- The stunner also shared that she's not ready yet to have a child because of her banging body, adding that she'd rather spend money on herself than a child
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A potential girlfriend who appeared on Date My Family on Sunday night, 15 May, set the timeline on fire. The young lady named Jenny had Mzansi laughing out loud with her honesty.
Jenny shared that she's too sexy to have a child and also had the viewers of the show cracking up when she said her man can't expect her to perform wife duties on a a girlfriend contract.
Lasizwe reacts to pic of his alleged new man & calls controversial blogger a pathological liar, Mzansi reacts
The fans of the dating show took to Twitter to share their thoughts on Jenny's honesty and shared some of the hilarious things she said during the Mzansi Magic show.
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"Quote of the month: 'You can't render wife duties on a girlfriend contract'."
@MateteMashamai1 commented:
"Lol, but they expect men to do husband duties ka boyfriend contract."
@Xolaningubane91 wrote:
"In her we are led! Basically she’s just saying know your place!"
@Mashudu79977730 said:
"Jenny is the real deal, 'You need to stick to the contract and job description you hired for'."
@Pheladi_Chokwe commented:
"This one was dishing out quotes throughout the show."
@Ese7391 wrote:
"I'm too sexy to have a child."
@RealLwaziMsomi added:
" 'I'd rather spend that money on me than a child'. - Jenny. It's the honesty for me."
DJ Shimza roasted after being accused of staging fan moment in London: "The acting still needs some work"
Lasizwe react to snap of his alleged new man
In other entertainment news, Briefly News reported that Lasizwe took to social media to react to a snap of his alleged new man. The media personality denied that the man in the trending snap is his new boyfriend.
Entertainment blogger Musa Khawula took to his timeline to share the pic of the man who has allegedly stole the actor's heart. The post rubbed the star up the wrong way.
Taking to Twitter, the YouTuber slammed Musa for spreading "lies". He even called him a "pathological liar". He went on to alleged that the controversial blogger has a "lying disorder".
Source: Briefly News | https://briefly.co.za/entertainment/tv-shows/127219-date-my-family-trends-as-viewers-fall-love-with-honest-jenny-im-too-sexy-have-a-child/ | 2022-05-16T10:20:03Z | https://briefly.co.za/entertainment/tv-shows/127219-date-my-family-trends-as-viewers-fall-love-with-honest-jenny-im-too-sexy-have-a-child/ | true | 1 |
Total eclipse of the moon
A total lunar eclipse graced the sky over Santiago on Sunday, providing a night-time thrill for stargazers in Chile's capital.
The moon was bathed in the reflected red and orange hues of Earth's sunsets and sunrises for about an hour and a half.
It was one of the longest totalities of the decade and the first so-called "blood moon" in a year.
Observers in the eastern half of North America and all of Central and South America had prime seats for the whole show, weather permitting.
Partial stages of the eclipse were visible across Africa, Europe and the Middle East, but Alaska, Asia and Australia missed out on the celestial show.
A total eclipse occurs when Earth passes directly between the moon and the sun, and casts a shadow on our constant, cosmic companion.
The moon was expected to be 225,000 miles (362,000 kilometres) away at the peak of the eclipse. | https://www.africanews.com/2022/05/16/blood-moon-total-lunar-eclipse-seen-from-the-skies/ | 2022-05-16T10:25:14Z | https://www.africanews.com/2022/05/16/blood-moon-total-lunar-eclipse-seen-from-the-skies/ | false | null |
Combination advances PSPDFKit's leadership in the digital document enablement space; Brings together complementary PDF SDKs and solutions to provide developers with unparalleled expertise, tools, and technology for innovating beyond paper
VIENNA, and RALEIGH, N.C., May 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- PSPDFKit, the leading document processing and manipulation foundation for tomorrow's developers, today announced the acquisition of France-based ORPALIS Imaging Technologies and U.K.-based Aquaforest, leading providers of document imaging components and enterprise software solutions.
The combination of PSPDFKit, ORPALIS, and Aquaforest creates a unique foundation for enabling developers to better execute on their roadmaps and thrive in an all-digital world. Backed by New York-based global venture capital and private equity firm Insight Partners, the combination harnesses the capabilities of three leading providers to deliver an unmatched level of document expertise and resources to enable developers and enterprises to innovate beyond paper.
ORPALIS's expertise in .NET and Windows is combined with rare domain knowledge in OCR and PDF rendering engines. The company's core technology is focused on the application of OCR, barcode, PDF rendering and compression, MS Office, document conversion, document scanning, and document imaging capabilities to enterprise SDKs, offering developers the ability to deliver compelling solutions faster. For PSPDFKit customers, this ultimately means a more comprehensive OCR solution, AI-based document tools, deeper PDF expertise, and access to more than 3000 new capabilities across 100 new file formats.
Aquaforest offers an enterprise software suite for PDF data extraction, OCR, and metadata tagging with SharePoint, Microsoft Power Automate, Azure, and Windows Servers. The addition complements PSPDFKit's acquisition of Muhimbi in January 2022, offering customers a comprehensive enterprise software solution for the low-code/no-code and SharePoint space, ensuring they can more effectively work with documents.
"In today's climate of digital transformation, developers are looking for partners with the expertise, tools, and technology to help them realize the digital revolution's promises today," said Jonathan Rhyne, Co-Founder and CEO of PSPDFKit. "By joining PSPDFKit, ORPALIS, and Aquaforest together, we're making it possible for these innovative developers and enterprises to unlock the potential of tomorrow and bring their ideas to life. With the combination we have put together, it's safe to say there is no better digital document foundation out there that is focused solely on enabling developers seeking to innovate beyond paper and fuel transformation."
"We are thrilled to join the PSPDFKit family and together continue to deliver top-performing document solutions to the enterprise market," says Elodie Tellier, Managing Director of the ORPALIS group and member of the PDF Association Board of Directors. "By bringing together these companies, developers and their organizations will have access to a broad portfolio of industry-leading solutions, as well as cutting edge technology as we focus on building what the future could look like."
Neil Pitman, Founder and CEO of Aquaforest: "Aquaforest teaming up with PSPDFKit positions us to bring a higher level of value to the businesses that rely on our solutions and help even more organizations, IT specialists, and aspiring low-code builders to drive even more impactful business outcomes."
District Capital Partners served as financial advisor, Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP served as legal advisor, and Deloitte served as accounting advisor to PSPDFKit during this transaction. In Extenso Finance & Transmission served as financial advisor, and Fidal Toulouse served as legal advisor to ORPALIS.
About ORPALIS
ORPALIS is an editor of imaging software, PDF processing tools, and large-scale document flow management solutions for professionals of all industries and individuals worldwide. For more information on ORPALIS Imaging Software, visit www.orpalis.com.
About Aquaforest
Aquaforest was established in 2001 to provide High-Performance PDF, OCR, and SharePoint products to a worldwide market. Aquaforest are experts in Searchable PDFs. Thousands of organizations rely on Aquaforest solutions as part of their document workflow processes. For more information on Aquaforest, visit www.aquaforest.com.
About PSPDFKit
PSPDFKit develops software development toolkits and related frameworks that enable document creation, manipulation, collaboration, and innovation within its customers' applications. The company's products cover all major platforms and support a wide range of programming languages, and can be deployed on-premises or in the cloud with ease and at any scale. PSPDFKit has earned its developers-first reputation by pioneering products that are easily integrated, completely customizable to fit any deployment and workflow, and trusted by startups, SMBs, and some of the largest multinational enterprises alike. For more information on PSPDFKit's document processing foundation, visit www.pspdfkit.com.
About Insight Partners
Insight Partners is a global software investor partnering with high-growth technology, software, and Internet startup and ScaleUp companies that are driving transformative change in their industries. As of February 24, 2022, the closing of the firm's recent fundraise, Fund XII, brings Insight Partners regulatory assets under management to over $90B. Insight Partners has invested in more than 600 companies worldwide and has seen over 55 portfolio companies achieve an IPO. Headquartered in New York City, Insight has offices in London, Tel Aviv, and Palo Alto. Insight's mission is to find, fund, and work successfully with visionary executives, providing them with practical, hands-on software expertise to foster long-term success. Insight Partners meets great software leaders where they are in their growth journey, from their first investment to IPO. For more information on Insight and all its investments, visit insightpartners.com or follow us on Twitter @insightpartners.
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CLYMER
DUI
Clymer Borough Police reported that at 1:35 a.m. Sunday, a 33-year-old male was arrested for suspicion of driving under the influence of alcohol during a traffic stop for a vehicle code violation.
Police said they could smell alcohol on the driver’s breath while speaking with him, and had the driver perform a field sobriety test.
Police said the driver was being charged with driving under the influence of alcohol or a controlled substance, driving on a DUI suspended license and general lighting requirements.
PINE CREEK TWP., JEFFERSON COUNTY
Identity theft
A 56-year-old Brookville man reported that unknown individuals stole his personal identifying information and used it to open a bank account in his name, at 8:38 a.m. April 5 along Haney Road, according to Pennsylvania state police at Punxsutawney. The investigation is ongoing, according to police. | https://www.indianagazette.com/news/police_emergency_and_courts/police-log/article_e612493e-1877-5189-8d2d-425087eccbc4.html | 2022-05-16T10:28:40Z | https://www.indianagazette.com/news/police_emergency_and_courts/police-log/article_e612493e-1877-5189-8d2d-425087eccbc4.html | true | null |
Christian Association of Nigeria calls for peaceful protests demanding justice for slain student Deborah Yakubu
Slain student Deborah Yakubu was buried on May 14 in her hometown, Tunga Magajiya, in Rijau area of Niger. (Photo supplied)
The arrest of two suspects in connection with the murder and burning of a young girl student, Deborah Yakubu, within the premises of Shehu Shagari College of Education, Sokoto for alleged blasphemy against the Prophet Muhammed has led to protests by Muslim youths who have burnt and destroyed churches in the metropolis.
"Groups of youths led by some adults in the background attacked the Holy Family Catholic Cathedral at Bello Way, destroying glass windows, those of the Bishop Lawson Secretariat and vandalized a community bus parked within the premises," said Father Christopher Omotosho, the Social Communication director in Sokoto diocese.
"St. Kevin's Gidan Dare, Eastern Bypass was also attacked and partly burnt; windows of the new hospital under construction on the same premises were shattered.
"The hoodlums also attacked the Bakhita Centre located along Aliu Jodi Road and burnt a bus within the premises."
Meanwhile, the Christian Association of Nigeria, the largest and top Christian body in the country, has directed all its secretariats across the country to stage a peaceful protest, demanding justice for Deborah Yakubu.
The association in a May 14 statement urged all Nigerians in the diaspora to also stage protests at Nigerian embassies worldwide to call the attention of the international community to weigh in on the matter.
The association president, Baptist pastor Samson Olasupo A. Ayokunle, requested all Church leaders, through your various churches to organize a peaceful protest in honour of "one of our daughter, Deborah Yakubu, who was gruesomely murdered on Thursday, May 12... by some Islamic extremists,” read the statement.
“The protest will take place on May 22 afternoon in every Secretariat of the Christian Association of Nigeria nationwide and not on the streets in order to avoid further loss of lives.
Those who cannot attend the protest may "make use of the traditional media and social media to give it wide coverage in order to sensitize the whole world," the statement said.
It also asekd to pray for Deborah’s family and friends and for peace in the country.
Sokoto governor Aminu Tambuwal has declared a 24-hour curfew to stem the protests.Bishop Matthew Hassan Kukah of Sokoto has "commended the governor for acting promptly by declaring the 24-hour curfew to stem the protests" and deploying security forces to promptly "prevent further damage at our facilities."
Bishop Kukah also appealed to Christians "to remain law-abiding and pray for the return of normalcy."
The slain student was buried on May 14 in her hometown, Tunga Magajiya, in Rijau area of Niger state amidst tears.
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Buffalo shooter’s prior threat, hospital stay face scrutiny
BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) - The white gunman accused of committing a racist massacre at a Buffalo supermarket made threating comments that brought police to his high school last spring, but he was never charged with a crime and had no further contact with law enforcement after his release from a hospital, officials said.
The revelation raised questions about whether his encounter with police and the mental health system was yet another missed opportunity to put a potential mass shooter under closer law enforcement scrutiny, get him help, or make sure he didn’t have access to deadly firearms.
Authorities said Sunday that they were investigating the attack on predominantly Black shoppers and workers at the Tops Friendly Market as a potential federal hate crime or act of domestic terrorism.
Payton Gendron, 18, traveled about 200 miles (320 kilometers) from his home in Conklin, New York, to Buffalo to commit the attack, police said.
Federal authorities were still working to confirm the authenticity of a racist 180-page document, purportedly written by Gendron, that said the assault was intended to terrorize all non-white, non-Christian people and get them to leave the country.
Law enforcement officials revealed Sunday that New York State Police troopers had been called to Gendron’s high school last June, for a report that Gendron, then 17, had made threatening statements.
Gendron threatened to carry out a shooting at Susquehanna Valley High School, in Conklin, New York, around the time of graduation, a law enforcement official who spoke on condition of anonymity said. The official was not authorized to speak publicly on the investigation.
Buffalo Police Commissioner Joseph Gramaglia said Gendron had no further contact with law enforcement after a mental health evaluation that put him in a hospital for a day and a half.
“Nobody called in,” he said. “Nobody called any complaints,” Gramaglia said. The threat was “general” in nature, he said, and not related to race.
New York is one of several states that have enacted “red flag” laws in recent years that were intended to try and prevent mass shootings committed by people who show warning signs that they might be a threat to themselves or others.
Those laws allow law enforcement officers, a person’s family, or in some cases, medical professionals or school officials to petition courts to temporarily seize a troubled person’s firearms, or prevent them from buying guns.
Federal law bars people from owning a gun if a judge has determined they have a “mental defect” or they have been forced into a mental institution — but an evaluation alone would not trigger the prohibition.
It is unclear whether officials could have invoked “red flag” legislation after the incident at Susquehanna Valley High School. Police and prosecutors wouldn’t provide details on the incident, or say when Gendron had purchased the weapons used in the assault.
The long list of mass shootings in the U.S. involving missed opportunities to intervene includes the 2018 massacre of 17 students at a high school in Parkland, Florida, where law enforcement officials had received numerous complaints about the gunman’s threatening statements, and the killings of more than two dozen people at a Texas church in 2017 by a former U.S. Air Force serviceman who was able to buy a gun despite a violent history.
The victims of Saturday’s attack in Buffalo included an 86-year-old woman who had just visited her husband in a nursing home, a man buying a cake for his grandson, a church deacon helping people get home with their groceries and a supermarket security guard.
The shooter livestreamed the attack on Twitch, prompting scrutiny of how fast social platforms react to violent videos.
President Joe Biden planned to visit Buffalo Tuesday.
Gendron surrendered to police who confronted him in the supermarket’s vestibule. He was arraigned later Saturday on a murder charge. Relatives didn’t respond to messages.
A lengthy statement circulating online, attributed to Gendron, outlined a racist ideology rooted in a belief that the United States should belong only to white people.
Portions of the Twitch video circulating online showed the gunman killing multiple shoppers in less than a minute. At one point, he trains his weapon on a white person cowering behind a checkout counter, but says “Sorry!” and doesn’t shoot.
Screenshots purporting to be from the broadcast appear to show a racial slur targeting Black people scrawled on his rifle.
Authorities said he shot, in total, 11 Black people and two white people Saturday.
“This individual came here with the express purpose of taking as many Black lives as he possibly could,” Buffalo Mayor Byron Brown said at a news conference Sunday.
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Associated Press reporters Robert Bumsted in Buffalo, Michael Hill in Albany, New York, Travis Loller in Nashville and Jake Bleiberg in Dallas contributed reporting. Balsamo reported from Washington.
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Centennial Resource Development Inc. (NASDAQ:CDEV) went up by 6.44% from its latest closing price compared to the recent 1-year high of $9.58. The company’s stock price has collected -8.15% of loss in the last five trading sessions.
Is It Worth Investing in Centennial Resource Development Inc. (NASDAQ :CDEV) Right Now?
Centennial Resource Development Inc. (NASDAQ:CDEV) scored a price-to-earnings ratio above its average ratio, recording 15.56 x from its present earnings ratio. Plus, the 36-month beta value for CDEV is at 5.17. Opinions of the stock are interesting as 3 analysts out of 12 who provided ratings for Centennial Resource Development Inc. declared the stock was a “buy,” while 0 rated the stock as “overweight,” 8 rated it as “hold,” and 1 as “sell.”
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The average price from analysts is $10.88, which is $3.33 above the current price. CDEV currently public float of 214.05M and currently shorts hold a 14.05% ratio of that float. Today, the average trading volume of CDEV was 10.45M shares.
CDEV’s Market Performance
CDEV stocks went down by -8.15% for the week, with a monthly drop of -19.48% and a quarterly performance of -10.68%, while its annual performance rate touched 74.24%. The volatility ratio for the week stands at 8.33% while the volatility levels for the past 30 days are set at 6.88% for Centennial Resource Development Inc.. The simple moving average for the period of the last 20 days is -7.77% for CDEV stocks with a simple moving average of 6.24% for the last 200 days.
Analysts’ Opinion of CDEV
Many brokerage firms have already submitted their reports for CDEV stocks, with Piper Sandler repeating the rating for CDEV by listing it as a “Overweight.” The predicted price for CDEV in the upcoming period, according to Piper Sandler is $13 based on the research report published on April 07th of the current year 2022.
Stifel, on the other hand, stated in their research note that they expect to see CDEV reach a price target of $11.20, previously predicting the price at $8.40. The rating they have provided for CDEV stocks is “Buy” according to the report published on April 01st, 2022.
Wells Fargo gave a rating of “Equal Weight” to CDEV, setting the target price at $12 in the report published on March 14th of the current year.
CDEV Trading at -10.17% from the 50-Day Moving Average
After a stumble in the market that brought CDEV to its low price for the period of the last 52 weeks, the company was unable to rebound, for now settling with -22.34% of loss for the given period.
Volatility was left at 6.88%, however, over the last 30 days, the volatility rate increased by 8.33%, as shares sank -20.85% for the moving average over the last 20 days. Over the last 50 days, in opposition, the stock is trading -11.32% lower at present.
During the last 5 trading sessions, CDEV fell by -8.15%, which changed the moving average for the period of 200-days by +38.55% in comparison to the 20-day moving average, which settled at $7.97. In addition, Centennial Resource Development Inc. saw 24.41% in overturn over a single year, with a tendency to cut further gains.
Insider Trading
Reports are indicating that there were more than several insider trading activities at CDEV starting from Silver Run Sponsor, LLC, who sale 307,704 shares at the price of $9.13 back on Mar 08. After this action, Silver Run Sponsor, LLC now owns 72,547,670 shares of Centennial Resource Development Inc., valued at $2,810,568 using the latest closing price.
REL US Centennial Holdings, LL, the Director of Centennial Resource Development Inc., sale 307,704 shares at $9.13 during a trade that took place back on Mar 08, which means that REL US Centennial Holdings, LL is holding 72,547,670 shares at $2,810,568 based on the most recent closing price.
Stock Fundamentals for CDEV
Current profitability levels for the company are sitting at:
- +35.24 for the present operating margin
- +45.97 for the gross margin
The net margin for Centennial Resource Development Inc. stands at +13.42. Equity return is now at value 7.10, with 4.90 for asset returns.
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NEW YORK, May 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Attention Stronghold Digital Mining, Inc. ("Stronghold Digital Mining, Inc.") (NASDAQ: SDIG) shareholders:
The Law Offices of Vincent Wong announce that a class action lawsuit has commenced on behalf of investors. This lawsuit is on behalf of persons and entities that purchased or otherwise acquired Stronghold Class A common stock pursuant and/or traceable to the registration statement and prospectus issued in connection with the Company's October 2021 initial public offering.
If you suffered a loss on your investment in Stronghold Digital Mining, Inc., contact us about potential recovery by using the link below. There is no cost or obligation to you.
ABOUT THE ACTION: The class action against Stronghold Digital Mining, Inc. includes allegations that the Company made materially false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (1) contracted suppliers, including MinerVa Semiconductor Corp., were reasonably likely to miss anticipated delivery quantities and deadlines; (2) due to strong demand and pre-sold supply of mining equipment in the industry, Stronghold would experience difficulties obtaining miners outside of confirmed purchase orders; (3) as a result of the foregoing, there was a significant risk that Stronghold could not expand its mining capacity as expected; (4) as a result, Stronghold would likely experience significant losses; and (5) as a result of the foregoing, defendants' positive statements about the Company's business, operations, and prospects were materially misleading and/or lacked a reasonable basis.
DEADLINE: June 13, 2022
Aggrieved Stronghold Digital Mining, Inc. investors only have until June 13, 2022 to request that the Court appoint you as lead plaintiff. You are not required to act as a lead plaintiff in order to share in any recovery.
Vincent Wong, Esq. is an experienced attorney who has represented investors in securities litigations involving financial fraud and violations of shareholder rights. Attorney advertising. Prior results do not guarantee similar outcomes.
CONTACT:
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39 East Broadway
Suite 304
New York, NY 10002
Tel. 212.425.1140
E-Mail: vw@wongesq.com
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- 19% Increase in 1Q22 Revenue to Record $29.3 Million Compared to 1Q21
- 19% Increase in 1Q22 Net Income to $2.9 Million Compared to 1Q21
- Cash Balance Rises 30% to $13.2 Million
EAST WINDSOR, N.J., May 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Greenland Technologies Holding Corporation (NASDAQ: GTEC) ("Greenland" or the "Company"), a technology developer and manufacturer of electric industrial vehicles and drivetrain systems for material handling machineries and vehicles, today announced its unaudited financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2022.
First Quarter 2022 Financial and Operating Highlights
- Total revenues were $29.3 million, an increase of 19% from $24.6 million in the same period of 2021.
- Gross margin was 21.7%, an increase of 100 basis points year over year.
- Net Income was $2.9 million, an increase of 19% from $2.4 million in the same period of 2021.
- Number of transmission products sold was 41,902 units, an increase of 13% compared with 36,986 units in the same period of 2021.
Mr. Raymond Wang, Chief Executive Officer of Greenland Technologies Holding Corporation, commented, "We delivered our highest quarterly revenue to date, as we drove 19% year over year growth in first quarter revenue and a 19% year over year increase in net income. Our team continues to make impressive progress executing on our rapidly expanding industrial electric vehicle product line, while at the same time moving forward with our U.S. production expansion to ensure we have capacity to support the overwhelmingly positive customer response and expected long-term demand."
Mr. Wang added, "Our ongoing strategic shift toward higher-value, feature-rich products helped drive a 100 basis points improvement in gross margin to 21.7%. Additionally, our electric industrial vehicle division is on track with our upcoming assembly facility in Baltimore County, Maryland on schedule for a July opening. Though the industry is facing continued headwinds from the pandemic lockdown in China, we remain optimistic given the long-term transformation of the industrial vehicle industry, led by demand for cleaner, greener electric vehicles and support from local legislation. With our proven track record and expanding product roadmap, we are positioned to address the growing demand for our industrial electric vehicles, as we focus on building increased value for shareholders."
Mr. Jing Jin, Chief Financial Officer of Greenland, commented: "Demand for Greenland's transmission products remained strong, as we leverage our global brand, inventory management and performance track record to partially offset headwinds from higher raw materials and component prices, COVID-19 shutdowns, global inflation, and higher logistics costs. In addition to our strong 19% year over year revenue and 19% year over year net income growth, we further strengthened our balance sheet with a 30% increase in our cash on hand. This gives us added confidence and flexibility, as we continue to prioritize investments in R&D innovation and revenue generation, which we believe will drive Greenland's long-term market share gains in the electric industrial vehicle market and significant value creation for shareholders."
Recent Developments and Strategic Highlights:
- Secured Lease On Assembly Facility: Greenland has secured and fully executed a lease on its first assembly facility located in Baltimore County, Maryland. The site is over 54,000 sq ft and will produce over 500 electric heavy equipment units per year when fully operational. Maryland's Governor Larry Hogan noted, "As we continue to invest in new products and technologies, Greenland's vision and growth in electric industrial vehicles will fit in well with our state's innovative ecosystem."
- Launched of New HEVI Brand: Greenland has launched a new HEVI brand to encapsule its electric heavy industrial equipment division. This brand replaces Greenland Machinery and better exemplifies the culture and objective of introducing clean and sustainable alternatives to the industrial equipment industry.
- Passed Clean Cars Act of Maryland: Greenland supported the passing of HB1391 – Maryland Clean Cars Act of 2022 that will introduce consumer incentives for electric heavy industrial equipment purchases within the state effective July 1, 2022.
First Quarter 2022 Financial Results
Total revenues were $29.3 million, an increase of 19% from $24.6 million in the first quarter of 2021. The increase was primarily due to higher sales volume, driven by continued demand for the Company's products and its effective supply chain management. The number of transmission products sold was 41,902 units, up 13% from 36,986 units in the first quarter of 2021.
Costs of goods sold were $22.9 million, an increase of 18% from $19.5 million in the first quarter of 2021. The increase was primarily due to the increase in sales volume, higher cost of raw materials and components, higher shipping costs and higher logistics costs.
Gross profit was $6.4 million, an increase of 25% from $5.1 million in the first quarter of 2021. Gross margin was 21.7%, an increase of 100 basis points from 20.7% in the first quarter of 2021, as a result of the Company's strategic shift towards higher value, more sophisticated products, such as hydraulic transmissions.
Total operating expenses were $3.0 million, up 33% from $2.2 million in the first quarter of 2021. Operating expenses as a percentage of total revenues was 10.2%, compared to 9.1% in the first quarter of 2021. The increase in operating expenses was primarily due to the Company's investments in support of its growth strategy, with an expansion of revenue-generating and R&D efforts.
Income from operations was $3.4 million, an increase of 18% from $2.9 million in the first quarter of 2021.
Net Income was $2.9 million, an increase of 19% from $2.4 million in the first quarter of 2021.
Basic and diluted net income per ordinary share was $0.16, compared with $0.21 in the first quarter of 2021.
Conference Call
The Greenland Technologies Holding Corporation management team will host an earnings conference call at 8:00 AM on Monday, May 16, 2022, U.S. Eastern Time (8:00 PM on May 16, 2022, Beijing/Hong Kong Time).
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A live and archived webcast of the conference call will be available at https://ir.gtec-tech.com/.
About Greenland Technologies Holding Corporation
Greenland Technologies Holding Corporation (NASDAQ: GTEC) is a developer and a manufacturer of drivetrain systems for material handling machineries and electric vehicles, as well as electric industrial vehicles. Information on the Company's clean industrial heavy equipment division can be found at HEVI Equipment, its new clean industrial heavy equipment division. For additional more information visit https://ir.gtec-tech.com/.
Safe Harbor Statement
This press release contains statements that may constitute "forward-looking statements." Such statements reflect Greenland's current views with respect to future events and are subject to such risks and uncertainties, many of which are beyond the control of Greenland, including those set forth in the Risk Factors section of Greenland's Annual Report on Form 10-K and Definitive Proxy Statement on Schedule 14A filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC"). Copies are available on the SEC's website, www.sec.gov. Words such as "expect," "estimate," "project," "budget," "forecast," "anticipate," "intend," "plan," "may," "will," "could," "should," "believes," "predicts," "potential," "continue," and similar expressions are intended to identify such forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements include, without limitation, Greenland's expectations with respect to future performance. In addition, there is uncertainty about the further spread of the COVID-19 virus or the occurrence of another wave of cases and the impact it may have on the Company's operations, the demand for the Company's products, global supply chains and economic activity in general. Should one or more of these risks or uncertainties materialize, or should assumptions underlying the forward-looking statements prove incorrect, actual results may vary materially from those described herein as intended, planned, anticipated or expected. Statements contained in this news release regarding past trends or activities should not be taken as a representation that such trends or activities will continue in the future. Greenland does not intend and does not assume any obligation to update these forward-looking statements, other than as required by law.
Statement Regarding Preliminary Unaudited Financial Information
The unaudited financial information set out in this earnings release is preliminary and subject to potential adjustments. Adjustments to the consolidated financial statements may be identified when audit work has been performed for the Company's year-end audit, which could result in significant differences from this preliminary unaudited financial information.
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Hispanics we are, Latinos, never, by Álvaro del Castaño Villanueva
Do you understand me, Mendes, or can I explain it to you, Federico? I’m going straight to the rag: I’m sick of the term “Latin America” and its derivatives. The only adequate word to denominate the old Spanish provinces (they were never colonies, they were as much Spain as a peninsular province) is Latin America. If we want to include Brazil and Portugal in the equation, we would then speak of «Ibero-America». “Latin America” is an imperialist aberration resulting from the Spanish Black Legend.
I explain. First, because “Latinos” are only those born in Lazio, or those who have absolute command of Latin. A person born in Latin America has nothing Latin. In the same way that a Spaniard is not Latin at all. It is Hispanic, Iberian, European and American (because of the old provinces that were Spain and because of what we learned from them). Second, because they are the promoters of the Black Legend, those who insisted on disseminating this voice. Words are weapons of manipulation. According to Manuel Morillo (2012, Latin America, Denomination at the Service of Imperialism), the term «Latin America» was born in Paris in the 19th century to defend the imperialist objectives of France under Napoleon III in relation to its colonies, protecting its political expansionism. Hence the expression crossed the Atlantic, at the end of the 19th century, with the United States taking over with the idea of eliminating the influence of Spanish culture and its Catholic religion in Latin America. Pure propaganda of a rising empire against a great declining nation. Morrillo also reminds us that President Woodrow Wilson was the first to use the term officially to support his expansionist interests and achieve the penetration of his multinationals against economic interconnections with Spain. The idea was implement a policy of systematic elimination of Spanish, identical to the one followed by them in the Philippines after the war against Spain in 1898 (where we lost the aforementioned Philippine Islands, Cuba, Puerto Rico and Guam). There (in the Philippines) they did manage to do away with the Spanish language and education, but not with religion (remember that the Philippines is the only Catholic country in Asia). The US became the magnetic pole of Latin America in the second half of the 20th century. And curiously, in that unique fight against Hispanics, the United States found a strange bedfellow in its most intimate enemy: Marxism. This ideology, which has sodomized Latin America for so many years, was associated with Yankee imperialism in its attack on the concept of Hispanidad (we will talk about this a little more below).
But let’s not raise our hands to our heads, let’s remember that nationalisms in Spain are still at face value the same hispanophobic pattern of manual: annihilate the language, the culture, the common traditions, and the emotional bonds with the Spanish.
In conclusion, after reading this, any Spaniard or Latin American (whether they like Spain or not) should reject the use of this word (“Latin” or “Latin American”), since it is wrong, and it stinks of imperialism and manipulation.
Having made this clarification, we must celebrate that Spain and Latin America remain united by the common thread of blood and miscegenation, family, language, religion, culture and traditions. Any Spaniard who travels to Latin America immediately feels part of that new homeland that receives him. That continent is an extension of Spain, or Spain is a continuation of each of those countries.
In addition, currently the link with Spain is becoming even closer by attracting to our country a huge Hispanic talent that is forced to emigrate from their homeland, stalked by the crisis, violence, political mismanagement and local totalitarianism. Here they are welcome and respected. They work hard and integrate. Many stand out and are successful. They are in their house. They are not immigrants, they are brothers who return home. They are the descendants of our ancestors who migrated there. They are the children of all the good and all the bad that Spain did for those lands. So when I read the recent article in the New York Times titled Madrid Rivals Miami as a Haven for Latin Americans and Their Money (by Raphael Minder), and who praised the attractions of Spain for our Hispanic-American brothers, did not surprise me at all. Because our roots unite us, our history is connected, our children are linked, our culture binds us, our language makes us one, and our God is the same. Only some selfish politicians strive to separate us and confront us. And look what a coincidence, it is still the descendants of Marxism who are sowing discord: Podemos in Spain, Maduro in Venezuela, AMLO in Mexico, Daniel Ortega in Nicaragua, along with all that totalitarian patulea of second-level satraps. They defend the hateful drive, the religion of resentment, that of the differential factor of each one of the nations against the others and of all against the mother country. From hate one governs with contempt and from brotherhood always with appreciation.
I would like to recall now that Latin America is absolutely mestizo, and has numerous indigenous peoples. In contrast, where the English passed (not to mention other empires) there are almost no mestizos, nor traces of native culture. Why this difference? The explanation is that while other empires “colonized”, Spain “hispanized”. The objective of the conquest was first evangelization (catalyst for Queen Isabella the Catholic to embark on the madness of Columbus), and then enlarge the empire, but always through national, cultural and civilizing integration, and through the protection of the indigenous. Surprised dear reader? I refer to the evidence, since it was the revolutionary Laws of the Indies of the Catholic Monarchs that approved marriage with indigenous people and granted them legal protection, turning them into men subject to rights, providing them with clear legal procedures to denounce injustices and ill-treatment (Trials of Residence). Another thing is the reality of the barbarians who skipped these laws, that of many Spanish leaders and caciques who miserably abused their position and the damned smallpox that devastated the local populations. Some will be shocked to learn that while Spain legally allowed and protected marriage between Spaniards and natives through the Royal Decree of 1514, in the US it was illegal to marry a person of a different race in some states… Until 1967!
It will also be incredible for many to learn that before France published its first grammar, or England did the same with its own, the Spanish missionaries had made the grammars of the most relevant indigenous languages between 1547 and 1690. The Spanish evangelizers learned the languages locals to convert the indigenous people, since it was the most convenient for their objectives. Spanish only became the national language in Latin America once the republics of Spain became independent.
Chanel, a Cuban Hispanic, represented us at Eurovision. Three of the songs in the top 10 of Los 40 Principales are by Hispanics (two also have Spanish nationality). It fills us with pride that a Spanish-Cuban triumphs in Hollywood (Ana de Armas). The Serie Woman-fragranced coffee It is the most watched Netflix series in Spain (Colombian).
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Europe pushed Monday to sharpen and expand its response to Russia's invasion of Ukraine, with Sweden poised to follow Finland in seeking membership of NATO and European Union officials working to rescue proposed sanctions that would target Russian oil exports helping the Kremlin finance its war.
On the ground, Russia saw more setbacks in its offensive in eastern Ukraine, where Ukrainian defenders are fighting desperately against attempted Russian advances and even successfully rolling back the front lines in some areas.
In a small but symbolic boost for Ukrainian morale, a patrol of soldiers recorded triumphant video of their push right up to the Russian border in the region of Kharkiv. Already, Ukrainian forces have pushed Russian troops back from the region's capital, making it harder for them to hit the battered city with artillery.
As fighting raged, international efforts to respond to Russia's aggression continued to pick up pace. The Swedish government is expected to announce its intention to seek NATO membership later Monday — as its neighbor Finland has done. Those are seismic developments for the Nordic countries that have traditionally positioned themselves as militarily “nonaligned.”
An enlargement of NATO to include Sweden and Finland would be a serious blow to Russian President Vladimir Putin, who has called the alliance’s post-Cold War expansion in Eastern Europe a threat and cited it as a reason for attacking Ukraine. NATO says it is a purely defensive alliance.
NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg has said the membership process for both Finland and Sweden could be very quick — though member Turkey has cast doubts over the move.
In Brussels, EU officials worked to overcome opposition from a small group of countries led by Hungary to a proposed embargo on imports of Russian oil. Hungary is one of a number of landlocked countries that are highly dependent on Russian oil, along with the Czech Republic and Slovakia. Bulgaria also has reservations.
U.S. & World
“We will do our best in order to deblock the situation," EU foreign policy chief Josep Borrell said. " I cannot ensure that it is going to happen because positions are quite strong.”
Weapons from NATO countries to Ukraine and western sanctions against Russia have helped the outgunned and outnumbered Ukrainian forces bog down the Russian advance — and even turn it back in places.
Stoltenberg, the NATO chief, said Sunday the war “is not going as Moscow had planned."
“Ukraine can win this war,” he said, adding that NATO must continue to offer military support to Kyiv.
Since Russia's failure to overrun Kyiv, the capital, in the early stages of its Feb. 24 invasion, much of the fighting has shifted to the Donbas, Ukraine’s eastern industrial heartland.
Determining a full picture of the unfolding battle there is difficult. Airstrikes and artillery barrages make it extremely dangerous for reporters to move around, and reporting is restricted by Ukraine and the Moscow-backed separatists it has been fighting in the Donbas for eight years.
Still, Ukrainian forces are grinding down the Russians, and the two sides have been battling village-by-village.
A Ukrainian patrol in the Kharkiv region, where Russian troops have been pushed back by a counteroffensive, reached the Russian border and made a victorious video there addressed to President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. The video posted Sunday on Facebook by Ukraine’s Ministry of Defense shows a dozen fighters around a post covered with blue and yellow, Ukraine’s colors. It was not clear exactly where the video was shot.
One soldier said the unit went “to the dividing line with the Russian Federation, the occupying country. Mr. President, we have reached it. We are here.” Other fighters made victory signs and raised their fists.
Along another section of the frontier with Russia, Ukrainian border guards said they defeated a Russian attempt Monday morning to send troops into the northern Sumy region. The border guard service said Russian forces deployed mortars, grenade launchers and machine guns in an attempt to cover a “sabotage and reconnaissance group” crossing the border from Russia.
The border guard service said its officers returned fire and forced the Russian group to retreat back into Russia. The area is largely rural and hasn’t seen intense fighting in more than a month. There was no immediate word from Russia.
In the Donbas, the Ukrainian military said that Russian forces targeted civilian and military sites in multiple towns.
Russia troops continued air and artillery strikes around the Azovstal steel plant in Mariupol, the last holdout of several hundred Ukrainian forces in the strategically important city, the Ukrainian General Staff said.
In an online news conference, many wives of the besieged soldiers urged the international community to help gain the release of “the entire garrison,” which is suffering from a dire lack of food, water and medicine.
Turkey’s presidential spokesman, Ibrahim Kalin, said his country had offered to evacuate wounded Ukrainian soldiers and civilians by ship from Azovstal, the official state broadcaster TRT said.
Britain's Defense Ministry said Monday that Belarus was deploying special operations forces along its border with Ukraine and air defense, artillery and missile units to training ranges in the west of the country. Belarus’ forces have not been directly involved in the conflict, though its territory was used as a staging ground for the invasion.
But the presence of Belarusian troops near the border may keep Ukrainian troops pinned down there, preventing them from moving to support the counteroffensive in the Donbas.
Despite the fighting in the wider Kharkiv region and the threat of Russian missile attacks, many people were returning home to Kharkiv and other cities around Ukraine, Anna Malyar, deputy head of the Ministry of Defense, said.
Refugees were returning not just because of optimism that the war might ebb.
“Living somewhere just like that, not working, paying for housing, eating ... they are forced to return for financial reasons,” Malyar said in remarks carried by the RBK-Ukraine news agency.
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McQuillan reported from Lviv, Ukraine. Yuras Karmanau in Lviv, Mstyslav Chernov and Andrea Rosa in Kharkiv, Elena Becatoros in Odesa and other AP staffers around the world contributed to this report.
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