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The White Sox recalled Crick from Triple-A Charlotte on Tuesday.
Crick will rejoin the White Sox ahead of the team's doubleheader versus the Royals on Tuesday, operating as their 27th player for the twin bill. He is back in the big leagues after being sent down to Charlotte on April 26. Crick has produced a 6.00 ERA and 2.00 WHIP in six innings with the White Sox earlier in 2022. | https://www.cbssports.com/fantasy/baseball/news/white-soxs-kyle-crick-returns-to-big-club/ | 2022-05-17T16:41:28Z | https://www.cbssports.com/fantasy/baseball/news/white-soxs-kyle-crick-returns-to-big-club/ | false | null |
BERLIN, May 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Leading cloud-native and AI-based open-source neural search provider Jina AI has this week been recognized in CB Insights 2022 AI 100 as one of the most innovative AI startups. This marks the second consecutive year Jina AI has appeared on the list, distinguishing itself from a pool of over 7,000 companies, based on the criteria of R&D activity, proprietary Mosaic score, market potential, business relationships, investor profile, news sentiment analysis, competitive landscape, team strength, and tech novelty. Since its founding in 2020, the company has grown rapidly to a team of 50 people spread over Berlin, Europe, India, China and the USA. The product landscape of Jina AI has also expanded from a single project, Jina, to a comprehensive neural search ecosystem - a new tech stack for comprehending unstructured data with the power of artificial neural networks, with a global community of thousands of developers.
Upon being named on the AI 100 list, Dr. Han Xiao, Founder and CEO of Jina AI said, "We believe in two things: Firstly, neural search will transform traditional search as the main way of comprehending data. Secondly, such technology will serve as infrastructure for high-level data intelligence and thus must be built openly and collaboratively. We are here to make that future a reality."
Jina AI fully embraces the open-source community and offers seven popular open-source projects on GitHub with 28K stars in total.
Jina AI's open-source ecosystem empowers cross-modal search capability for Wordlift, enabling text-to-image cross-modal search. Likewise, Yahaha realizes 3D mesh search with Jina AI where data can be retrieved by converting 3D models into vector representations through the open-source ecosystem.
Myntor.io, New York based online education startup, expanded its product Bumblebee's conversational capability by using Jina, enabling a stochastic approach to delivering real-time feedback to help students learn faster. "With this approach, we've been able to deliver feedback 10 times faster than a live instructor and increase course completion rates three-fold, enabling Myntor to build highly interactive online courses that are faster and more comprehensive than live instruction," said the Founder & CEO Nathan Poon.
Alexander Rosenthal, Software Developer at Myntor, commented, "Two things I like a lot about are how easy it is to deploy and host a neural-search solution with Transformer models and how much support I get from all of the team at Jina AI."
Since its founding in 2020, a variety of new open-source products are being developed by Jina AI to enhance the neural search ecosystem and improve developers' experience:
- DocArray — The data structure for unstructured data.
- Jina — Cloud-native neural search framework for any kind of data
- Hub — A marketplace for sharing and discovering reusable building blocks for neural search applications
- Finetuner — Finetuning any deep neural network for better embeddings on neural search tasks
- NOW —A no-code solution for bootstrapping your image search case in minutes
- CLIP-as-service — Embed images and sentences into fixed-length vectors with CLIP
- JCloud — Simplify deploying and managing Jina projects on Jina Cloud
To learn more about Jina AI, please visit its official website or GitHub repository.
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About Jina AI
Jina AI provides a cloud-native and AI-based open-source neural search ecosystem, enabling developers and enterprises to build search systems that are fast, scalable, and work with any kind of data. Since its founding in 2020, Jina AI has raised $38M from top investors, including GGV, Canaan Partners, Yunqi, and SAP.io. Jina AI is considered one of the fastest-growing AI startups globally.
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White House releases financial disclosures for Biden, Harris
WASHINGTON — (AP) — The White House released financial disclosure reports for President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris on Friday showing that the president's personal finances have changed little since last year.
Biden's report, which includes information on first lady Jill Biden, showed that he earned a modest amount of outside income during his first year as president, pulling in almost $30,000 in book royalties. His wife earned between $15,000 and $50,000 from book sales.
The report lists some income and assets only within a range, showing the couple's assets were worth between $1.05 million and $2.58 million.
They owe between $250,000 and $500,000 on a mortgage on their Delaware home, plus between $30,000 and $100,000 on other loans.
Harris reported significantly more in book royalties. Most of the money came from sales of “The Truths We Hold,” which was published in 2019. She earned $456,000 total.
Harris is married to Doug Emhoff, a lawyer and law professor. Together, their assets total between $3.42 million and $8.29 million.
They owe between $1 million and $5 million on a mortgage on their home.
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LEHI, Utah, May 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- PCF Insurance Services (PCF), a top 20 U.S. insurance brokerage firm, announced today the completion of a strategic partnership with Belter Insurance located in Orland, California, supported by insurance mergers and acquisitions advisory firm Sica | Fletcher.
Founded in 1982, brothers Matt and Mitch Belter led the recreational marine property and casualty (P&C) insurance agency to bridge the gap between the insurance and marine industries for boat dealers, marine manufacturers, marinas and resorts, and marine specialties throughout the U.S.
"We are excited to welcome Matt and Mitch Belter to the PCF family," says Peter Foy, Chairman, Founder & CEO of PCF Insurance. "PCF Insurance is intentional in selecting Agency Partners, like Belter Insurance, who believe in the PCF business strategy, possess a proven track record of success, are highly entrepreneurial, and looking to grow beyond their current capacity. We are a people-centric organization, fueled by the fundamental belief that through collaboration, PCF and its Agency Partners grow and prosper together."
Belter Insurance becomes the latest addition to an extensive list of successful PCF specialty insurance agencies to benefit from its vast infrastructure of resources and services. The partnership will allow Belter Insurance to simplify its business functions with finance and accounting, human resources, information systems, carrier relations, communications and marketing, and growth operations.
"Our family grew up making memories on Trinity Lake in California. Our love for the water brought us together, so we designed our careers around our passion. Our partnership with PCF welcomes the independence and autonomy we've always enjoyed but also supercharges our national infrastructure and reach, providing the rocket fuel needed for unprecedented growth," said Mitch Belter, owner of Belter Insurance. "It's a win-win, and we're thrilled to become part of the PCF team."
Belter Insurance are experienced representatives of the marine industry building custom insurance programs that are competitive and scalable for boat dealers, marinas, and recreational businesses across the U.S. Learn more at belterinsurance.com.
Headquartered in Lehi, Utah, PCF Insurance Services is a leading full-service consultant and insurance brokerage firm offering a broad array of commercial, life and health, employee benefits, and workers' compensation solutions. A top 20 U.S. broker, PCF's agency-centric operating model and entrepreneurial environment supports its tremendous growth profile, offering partners alignment through equity ownership, significant leadership incentives, and resources to over 2,000 employees throughout the U.S. Learn more at pcfins.com.
Sica | Fletcher is a strategic and financial advisory firm focused exclusively on the insurance industry. Founders Michael Fletcher and Al Sica are two of the industry's leading dealmakers who have advised on over $11,000,000,000 ($11 billion) in insurance agency and brokerage transactions since 2014. According to S&P Global, Sica | Fletcher ranked as the #1 advisor to the insurance industry for 2017-2021 in terms of total deals advised on. Learn more at SicaFletcher.com.
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HOUSTON – Houston police are looking for a man accused of kidnapping and robbing his roommate.
Police released a video from inside an apartment on May 8 that they say shows Joshua N. DeLoach, 29, confronting his roommate with a gun and telling him to get on his knees.
The victim, Justin C. Iwuji, 31, told police that after he asked DeLoach to move out of his apartment in the 300 block of Eado Park Circle, DeLoach pointed a gun at him and forced him to open his personal safe. He also said DeLoach transferred money from two mobile payment service accounts and then forced Iwuji into the trunk of his own car and bound his hands and feet.
When DeLoach parked the car several miles away, Iwuji told police that he managed to free himself and flag someone down for help.
Iwuji, a former Texas State football player, posted about the incident on social media urging people to call 911 if they see DeLoach. He said he feared for his life as “(DeLoach) proceeded to rob me of my high value belongings, my firearm, my wallet, $6000 via CashApp, tied me up, and kidnapped me in the trunk of my own Range Rover.”
Anyone with information in this case or about the whereabouts of DeLoach is urged to contact the HPD Major Assaults & Family Violence Division at 713-308-8800 or Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS.
WANTED: Joshua N. DeLoach, 29, seen below, is charged with aggravated robbery & aggravated kidnapping in an incident at 322 Eado Park Circle on May 8.
— Houston Police (@houstonpolice) May 16, 2022
Call HPD Homicide at 713-308-3600 or @CrimeStopHOU 713-222-TIPS with info.
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Officials and family members clean up historical Hatfield & McCoy Feud sites - 4:30p
While most of the state is still in the green, we do see several counties in eastern Kentucky in the yellow now, as well as...
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An eye for an eye as they or a paw for a paw in this case.
Next weekend the RSPCA Shoalhaven Volunteer Branch will be hosting their very own 'Million Paws Walk' as a form of protest against animal cruelty.
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It is an event that takes place all over the country with the inaugral walk occuring in Brisbane back in 1994.
The idea was first brought before a national audience in 1996 and by 2004 around 60 walks were happening anually around Australia with an average of 30,000 people and 25,000 animlas participating in the event.
RSPCA Shoalhaven Volunteer Branch Vice President Sheila Staples said she couldn't be more excited to have the chance to hold the walk.
"We are a small group of very enthusiastic people who are passionate about anima welfare," she said.
"The Shoalhaven Volunteer Branch are really excited to be hosting a Million Paws Walk event this year and want to acknowledge the help their fellow Eurobodalla Branch members and other volunteers are giving us on the day."
This year will see seven different walks happen across the state with the important message of ending animals cruelty on full display.
"Hosting the MPW brings like-minded people together, raises the awareness of animal welfare and what the Shoalhaven Branch can offer the community," Ms Staples said.
"It helps raise money to care for the animals that come to us."
All the money that is raised on the day of the walk is funelled directly back into the community throguh de-sexing and other programs.
The walk itself is about 1.3km in length and runs through Lions Park located at Burill Lake.
There will also be a variety of entertainent and food available on the day.
"It's a great opportunity for the community to come together, help raise money for animal welfare and just really enjoy the day," Ms Staples said.
Participants can pre-register online at www.millionpawswalk.com.au or come to Lions Park on the day and register then.
The event will run from 9:30am - 1:30pm.
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Sam Baker is Journalist with the South Coast Register on the South Coast of NSW. He also contributes work to The Batemans Bay Post, Milton Ulladulla Times, Southern Highlands News and Illawarra Mercury. Email: sam.baker@austcommunitymedia.com.au
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What's your wildfire risk? How new 'Risk Factor' tool helps residents check possible danger
You can check the possible risk by address or ZIP code.
You can check the possible risk by address or ZIP code.
You can check the possible risk by address or ZIP code.
A new tool released by the First Street Foundation called “Risk Factor” will help residents across the United States to see the probability of wildfire risk for their property.
Although the wildfire risk was recently added, the tool also helps to see the flood risk in the same area.
In a release, First Street Foundation said the model is “the first and only climate adjusted, property-specific, high-resolution wildfire model in the United States.”
| MORE | Try out the 'Risk Factor' wildfire tool here
The website allows users to explore the risks of different properties, neighborhoods and cities throughout different periods of time, by ranking risk from a 1, or “minimal,” to a 10, or “extreme.”
A report released by First Street Foundation found that nearly 20 million properties are at “moderate” risk of a wildfire, meaning that there’s up to a 6% chance of experiencing one over the next 30 years. Up to 14% face “major risk,” up to 26% face “severe risk” and greater than 26% face “extreme risk,” all over the next 30 years, the report found.
It adds that in the last two years alone, the cost of wildfire damage was larger than the entire period from 1980 to 2009.
“The lack of a property-specific, climate adjusted wildfire risk for individual properties has severely hindered everyone from the federal government to your average American,” said Matthew Eby, founder and executive director of First Street Foundation, in a prepared statement.
“As a changing climate drives more frequent and severe wildfire events, Fire Factor will prove critical in ensuring everyone has the insights they need to understand their personal risk to avoid and protect against the devastating impact of a wildfire,” he continued.
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The Upstate New York white supremacist accused of gunning down 10 Black shoppers at a Buffalo supermarket last Saturday showed up unannounced at his best friend’s mobile home the day before the attack and asked if he could store five boxes of ammunition there, according to reports.
Alleged shooter Payton Gendron, 18, told lifelong pal Matthew Casado that he was rearranging his house, and needed to use his space for storage, ABC News reported.
Casado, 19, told the Daily Mail that Gendron also dropped off “a high-powered rifle and two additional boxes of evidence.”
“I was infuriated because he thought my house was a storage unit because he said he had to rearrange his house,” Casado said.
Pamela Burdock, Casado’s mother, said she ultimately moved the ammo to her own nearby trailer in an attempt to keep the bullets away from other youngsters who might stop by. Upon discovering that Gendron had been accused of the shocking bloodbath, Casado said he and his parents called authorities and told them everything they knew.
Casado and Burdock did not respond on Monday to multiple requests for comment by The Daily Beast.
Casado, who has known Gendron since the second grade, said the teen was forbidden by his mom and dad to play violent video games at home, according to ABC.
He told the outlet that the two used to play Minecraft, Roblox, and Rocket League together.
“Payton didn’t play video games that had guns,” Casado said. “He wasn’t allowed to. He wasn’t allowed to at his house, and when he came here, he chose not to. He respected his parents' wishes.”.
However, the pair did go once a month on real-life shoots together, taking target practice at a gun range in the area. Casado, who is Latinx, said he had no idea that his pal was planning a racist massacre while spending time with him and his girlfriend, Skylar McClain, who is Black.
“He was a good shooter,” another friend, who asked not to be identified, told the Mail.
Casado, 19, told the outlet he had no idea Gendron was racist and “whole-heartedly believed he was a good kid” before the massacre. Still, he said that in high school, Gendron was “was considered weird because he did not talk much and none of his other friends wanted to spend time with him.”
Gendron’s parents are both civil engineers who work for the New York State Department of Transportation (DOT) in Binghamton, New York. His father, Paul Gendron, is active in his union, the Public Employees Federation (PEF), PEF President Wayne Spence told The Daily Beast in an email.
“He serves as a council leader and a steward at his worksite, sits on our Executive Board, and chairs our statewide committee focused on Labor-Management issues at the DOT,” Spence said. “Our thoughts and prayers are with all impacted by this tragedy.”
Gendron is now facing first-degree murder charges after allegedly driving 200 miles from his home in Conklin, New York, and opening fire in a Tops Friendly Markets store in a predominantly Black neighborhood. Cops subsequently discovered a 180-page manifesto written by Gendron, in which he espoused racist ideals and appeared fixated on the so-called Great Replacement Theory, which posits that a globalist cabal is actively attempting to replace America’s white population with non-white “invaders.”
Gendron bought the high-powered rifle used in the shooting from Vintage Firearms in Endicott, New York, The New York Times reported. Owner Robert Donald told the paper that he ran a background check on Gendron before making the sale, and there were no red flags on his record. Still, he said he felt “terrible” about being connected in any way to last weekend’s tragedy.
Although police say Gendron legally purchased the alleged murder weapon, he had also acquired at least one illegal firearm, according to a review of his online activity.
In his chat logs from the Discord messaging app—where he planned his massacre for months under the handle “Jimboboiii”—Gendron repeatedly refers to a friend named “Matt.” As he plotted what weapons and body armor to use, and practiced shooting from his vehicle, he allegedly spent time with his buddy and showed off his firearms.
According to this diary, Gendron and Matt spent time together shooting guns on “state lands,” visiting flea markets, and playing Cards Against Humanity at Matt’s house in the months leading up to Gendron’s hateful killing spree.
In December, Jimboboiii posted a video of himself shooting a rifle “for fun” and notes he “was with buddies Eddie and Matt.” He added: “Originally my dad bought it for me as a Christmas present when I was 16 and a half.”
The user also pondered why he was posting updates about himself and concluded that “it feels like a diary to me and feels good to let some things out.” He added: “Never went to see therapists or anything like that. Once told Matt about being suicidal at some points in my life, but that’s it.”
In February, Jimboboiii wrote that he visited Matt to show off his Bushmaster assault rifle, which he allegedly modified to hold more ammunition. As The Daily Beast reported, Gendron’s weapon was the same model used in the shooting of 20 children and six adults at Sandy Hook Elementary School in Connecticut.
“Went to friend Matt’s house today, showed him my illegal XM-15 and he said he liked it, we talked and hung out for about 2 and a half hours,” Gendron wrote. “We’re trying to go to statelands to shoot some more tommorow [sic].” He continued: “I have wondered if I’m mentally ill, and that’s why I’m planning the attack like I am now.”
In early March, Jimboboiii said he spent the day perusing two flea markets with his friend. “I had a fun time with Matt it was a nice break from preparing for the attack,” the user wrote. “Protip: Be prepared for shit to happen.”
On May 5, just nine days before the mass shooting, Jimboboiii journaled about how he’s spent years of his life online and regrets it. “It’s not that I actually dislike other people, it’s just that they make me feel so uncomfortable,” he wrote.
“You’ve heard me talk about Matt,” Jimboboiii added. “Matt has been my friend ever since third grade. We talk some nowadays and I would consider him my only friend. Sadly we don’t talk like we used to anymore.”
At a press conference on Monday, Erie County District Attorney John Flynn said: “I understand that there is the narrative out there that there is so much evidence, it’s overwhelming, this guy is guilty, this guy did it... I understand that opinion. I understand emotions are high, I understand the wrongness of this matter. However, I do not operate in the court of public opinion. I operate in a court of law and this defendant is innocent until proven guilty.”
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- Carvana (NYSE:CVNA) stock is on the move this morning after releasing a new operating plan last week
- The company has announced several major budget cuts, including layoffs for around 2,500 employees
- Carvana recently lost its license to sell vehicles in Illinois after failing to meet certain regulatory requirements
Carvana (NYSE:CVNA) stock was up nearly 4% this morning on news of a new operating plan last week. Now, CVNA stock is only slightly in the green as investors struggle to show renewed faith in the car trader. On Monday, shares closed up by less than 1% after leadership offered insight into the company’s immediate actions going forward.
Recently, Carvana released a 53-slide presentation detailing its plans to reduce costs and improve cash inflows. As per management, the current state of financial markets, the third-party car industry and more have led the company to put profitability at the forefront of its operation.
Looking forward, the car trader plans to reduce selling, general and administrative expenses (SG&A) iteratively through the year. It set a goal of $4,000 in SG&A costs per retail unit by the end of the year. For context, Carvana’s SG&A was over $4,700 in 2021.
Carvana also plans to lay off about 12% of its workforce, or 2,500 employees, as part of its cost-cutting efforts. Company executives have agreed to forgo their salaries for the rest of the year in order to fund severance payments. The staffing cuts are projected to save the company $125 million in annual payroll. However, the company will also likely face a one-time expense for the layoffs — upwards of $20 million — in the second quarter of 2022.
CVNA Stock Shows Volatility as Investors Consider Jumping Back In
Initially, the announcement of these new plans read as a strong bullish indicator for investors who eagerly bought into the revamped company plan when the bell rang on Monday. That morning, CVNA stock climbed more than 15%. Into the day, however, the momentum clearly waned as shares closed roughly even. Now, the company’s strong start this morning could be a catalyst for the share price turnaround Carvana has been hoping for.
CVNA stock has lost more than 80% of its share price year-to-date (YTD) on a seemingly ongoing list of road bumps plaguing the company alongside the wider market downturn. Just last Friday, Carvana lost its license to sell vehicles in Illinois. This happened because the company was supplying Illinois customers with out-of-state temporary licenses and failing to transfer car titles within a set period of time.
Carvana is still operating on a net loss as well. As such, sheepishness towards CVNA doesn’t come as much as a surprise in today’s trading environment.
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Judge blocks Biden admin. mandate requiring Christian employers cover trans surgeries
A federal court has placed a temporary block on the enforcement of a Biden administration mandate requiring an alliance of Christian employers to pay for or provide health plans that cover gender transition surgeries.
Judge Daniel Traynor of the U.S. District Court for the District of North Dakota issued an order Monday granting the Christian Employers Alliance, an organization that provides support to Christian businesses and nonprofits, a preliminary injunction on grounds the mandate would “irreparably harm” the Christian group.
Last October, the CEA filed a lawsuit against the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission and the Department of Health & Human Services, seeking to block the enforcement of the mandate that requires coverage of trans-affirming counseling and medical services that violate the beliefs of its members.
At issue were two mandates from the EEOC and HHS interpreting Title VII civil rights discrimination protections based on “sex” to include sexual orientation and gender identity.
“The Alliance must either violate its sincerely held beliefs or face monetary losses, fines, and even civil liabilities. The Plaintiffs and their members face a very real irreparable harm if they are either forced to comply or if they refuse to comply,” wrote Traynor, a Trump appointee.
“The Alliance has already shown it faces an injury. Absent a preliminary injunction, the Alliance and its members will be forced to violate their sincerely held religious beliefs or incur severe monetary penalties.”
The CEA is represented by the Alliance Defending Freedom, a conservative legal group that has successfully argued religious liberty cases at the U.S. Supreme Court.
ADF Legal Counsel Jacob Reed said in a statement that he believes the “court was on firm ground to halt enforcement of these unlawful mandates that disrespect people of faith.”
“All employers and healthcare providers, including those in the Christian Employers Alliance, have the constitutional right to conduct their business and render treatment in a manner consistent with their deeply held religious beliefs,” Reed said.
“The employers we represent believe that God purposefully created humans as either male or female, and so it would violate their religious beliefs to pay for or perform life-altering medical procedures or surgeries that seek to change one’s biological sex.”
The Obama administration instituted the mandate in 2016 and the Trump administration repealed the mandate in 2018.
The Biden administration reinstituted the policy in 2021 and justified the rule by citing the 2020 Supreme Court decision Bostock v. Clayton County. In the employment case, the high court ruled that Title VII applied to sexual orientation and gender identity.
“The Supreme Court in Bostock recognized that to discriminate against a person based on sexual orientation or transgender status is to discriminate against that individual based on sex,” stated the EEOC last year.
“Therefore, the Supreme Court held that Title VII makes it unlawful for a covered employer to take an employee’s sexual orientation or transgender status into account in making employment-related decisions.”
U.S. District Judge Reed O’Connor granted an injunction against the HHS mandate on behalf of the Franciscan Alliance last August, concluding that the HHS’ mandate violated the Religious Freedom Restoration Act.
“When the RFRA violation is clear and the threat of irreparable harm is present, a permanent injunction exempting Christian Plaintiffs from that religion-burdening conduct is the appropriate relief,” ruled O’Connor. | https://www.christianpost.com/news/court-blocks-biden-admin-mandate-on-gender-transitions.html | 2022-05-17T16:53:58Z | https://www.christianpost.com/news/court-blocks-biden-admin-mandate-on-gender-transitions.html | false | 1 |
After Randy Rahe announced his retirement as head coach of the Weber State basketball program after 16 seasons on Monday, his most notable player paid tribute to his career.
NBA All-Star Damian Lillard took to Twitter to thank Rahe for his time with the program.
“Great career! Greatest coach in BigSky history. Thankful to have been apart of his program ! The most solid,” Lillard, the former Weber State standout, tweeted, adding a flexing emoji at the end of his tweet.
Great career! Greatest coach in BigSky history. Thankful to have been apart of his program ! The most solid 💪🏾 https://t.co/v517FO9wRc
— Damian Lillard (@Dame_Lillard) May 16, 2022
Lillard was at Weber State from 2008-2012. He was a 2012 All-American and a two-time Big Sky MVP while at Rahe-coached Weber State.
He averaged 18.6 points per game over his four-year career with the Wildcats, including 24.5 points in his final season.
Weber State retired his No. 1 jersey in 2017.
The Portland Trail Blazers guard has carved out a stellar career as one of the NBA’s best players as a six-time All-Star and a six-time All-NBA selection, averaging 24.6 points per game over his career.
Lillard has been active in the Weber State community since being drafted by Portland with the sixth overall pick in the 2012 NBA draft.
He has hosted an annual alumni game at Weber State and texts Rahe every week, according to The Oregonian. | https://www.deseret.com/2022/5/17/23082231/damian-lillard-pays-tribute-to-former-weber-state-basketball-head-coach-randy-rahe | 2022-05-17T16:54:06Z | https://www.deseret.com/2022/5/17/23082231/damian-lillard-pays-tribute-to-former-weber-state-basketball-head-coach-randy-rahe | true | 1 |
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8th grader shoots dad in argument over bedtime, police say
FOREST PARK, Ohio (WXIX/Gray News) – A 15-year-old Ohio boy is in jail after he shot his father during an argument about his bedtime, according to police.
The eighth grader, who is not being named because he is a minor, was arraigned Monday morning on charges of felonious assault and auto theft. He is being held at the Hamilton County Juvenile Youth Court Detention Center.
Forest Park Police Lt. Adam Pape said the 45-year-old victim was shot once in the stomach and is expected to recover at the University of Cincinnati Medical Center.
Police responded to the shooting on Wednesday when a 17-year-old girl inside the home called 911 and said her 15-year-old stepbrother shot his father, according to a recording of the call released to WXIX.
Pape said following the shooting, the teen walked to a nearby business, stole a car then drove more than 100 miles to Lexington, Kentucky, where his mom lives.
Officers in Lexington, along with a SWAT team for backup, went to the mom’s home, Pape said. The SWAT team was never needed, he said, as the 15-year-old surrendered peacefully and is now in custody.
It’s still not clear where the teen got the gun, according to police.
“We believe him to be a substantial flight risk and would prefer that he remain locked up,” Pape said.
The teen’s defense attorney, mother and older brother all asked Hamilton County Juvenile Court Magistrate Elizabeth Igoe to release him Monday.
His attorney wanted the teen turned over “to whichever guardian is able to take him today” and noted it was his first contact with the court.
The teen’s older brother agreed, telling the magistrate, “We just want him to have a good environment around him because (he) is not a bad kid. He just may have had some issues that he was going through but (he) is not a bad kid at all.”
His mother requested that he be allowed to return to her home in Lexington, where police arrested him hours after the shooting and recovered the gun. However, Igoe said due to the nature of the case, it was not possible to release the teen to his mother because she lives out of state.
The teen’s father was firm that he couldn’t return to his home. The teen went there six months ago at his mother’s request, she told the court.
“He can’t stay with me, your honor. It’s pretty much self-explanatory to see where I’m at,” the father said, visible on camera in what appeared to be a hospital room with medical equipment where he is still recovering from the shooting. “I feel like these little problems been popping up and up, and I feel like it’s a slap on the wrist to let him out right now.”
Igoe said the only way she would consider releasing the teen is if there is a plan with a place for him to stay in Hamilton County, Ohio. His mother said his late grandfather’s wife might be a possibility.
Igoe set a hearing for next Tuesday to give his family and attorney an opportunity to return to court with a plan.
Hamilton County Assistant Juvenile Court Prosecutor Jon Halvonik asked the court to hold the teen due to the serious nature of the charge.
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Which gazebos are best?
You might have heard people talking about them or maybe you’ve seen them around, but you’re still left wondering, what is a gazebo? Or perhaps you know the basics but you’d like to learn more.
A gazebo is an outdoor structure that provides shade and protection from the elements. You can buy them in a range of styles, shapes and sizes. Once you know more about them, it’s easier to find the right one for you.
What is a gazebo?
A gazebo is a freestanding garden structure that’s open-sided, rather than having walls or fixed sides like a shed or summerhouse. The primary function of a gazebo is to provide shade and shelter while you’re outside.
Although they’re often square or rectangular, you can find hexagonal, octagonal and other similarly shaped gazebos. They come in two main varieties: hardtop and soft-top.
Hardtop gazebos
As the name suggests, hardtop gazebos have roofs made from hard materials. More often than not, their canopies are made from metal or some type of hard plastic, such as vinyl. They’re more rugged than soft-top varieties, but they’re also significantly more expensive.
Gazebos of this type take a significant amount of time to set up and take down, so they’re designed to be either permanent or semi-permanent. They can either be concreted into the ground as a permanent structure or anchored with pegs or screws if you want to be able to move them.
Soft-top gazebos
Soft-top gazebos have canopies made from a sturdy fabric that’s UV-resistant and either naturally waterproof or has a waterproof coating. They’re more affordable than hardtop versions but not as durable.
They’re generally meant for temporary use, either for a day or week at a time or the full summer. Some soft-top gazebos have pop-up frames, making them even quicker and easier to put up and take down.
What are gazebos used for?
Now you know what gazebos are, but you might still be wondering what they’re used for. These are some of the most common ways to use gazebos.
- Shade: If your yard doesn’t have much natural shade, you’ll be able to sit out more comfortably and for longer when shaded by a gazebo.
- Shelter from rain: It’s frustrating when it’s warm enough to enjoy your yard but it’s raining. However, with a gazebo, you can enjoy the fresh air while staying dry.
- Keeping bugs out: Many gazebos have mosquito net curtains, so you can spend time outdoors without worrying about bugs.
- Grilling under: Thanks to their open sides, gazebos are safe to grill under and can be used on rainy days or to provide shade when it’s hot out.
- Hot tubs: Gazebos make ideal covers for hot tubs, providing shade and shelter from rain or snow.
How to choose the right gazebo
Think about size
You can choose from a wide range of sizes, from under 10 feet by 10 feet to over 14 feet by 20 feet. Consider what or how many people you want to fit under your gazebo and also the size of your outdoor space. You don’t want a gazebo to absolutely dwarf a small yard or look comically small in a large yard.
Decide if you want a permanent or temporary structure
Do you want a shelter just for the summer months or are you looking for something more permanent that you can enjoy year-round? Your answer to this question will dictate which type of gazebo is right for you: hardtop for permanent or long-term use or soft-top for short-term use.
Consider materials
Gazebos usually have metal frames, though some cheap models have plastic frames and some high-end versions have wooden frames. Roofs can be fabric, metal, plastic or even made from wooden shingles. Choose durable materials if you want your gazebo to last years to come.
Pay attention to side panels
While gazebos don’t have fixed sides, some have removable side panels or curtains that can be drawn around the edges. Some curtains are made from mesh to keep bugs out while maintaining airflow, while others are made from more solid fabric to help block out wind and rain.
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Best Choice Products Hardtop Gazebo
Lightweight yet durable, it’s made with an aluminum frame and a UV-blocking tinted plastic roof. It measures 10 feet by 10 feet, which is large enough to accommodate a group without taking over your yard. Sold by Amazon
Purple Leaf Permanent Hardtop Gazebo
This rugged hardtop gazebo is meant to be concreted into the ground as a permanent backyard structure. It’s available in four sizes between 10 feet by 14 feet and 12 feet by 18 feet. Sold by Amazon
Kozyard Alexander Hardtop Aluminum Permanent Gazebo
With an aluminum frame and steel top, this is a highly durable choice of gazebo that comes in sizes between 10 feet by 12 feet and 12 feet by 20 feet. The double curtains have a mosquito net layer that you can use independently of the opaque fabric layer. Sold by Amazon
Best Choice Products Outdoor Portable Pop Up Gazebo
Taking just minutes to pop up and peg down, this is a great choice for occasional use or impromptu garden gatherings. It folds relatively small so you can take it camping or on day trips. Sold by Amazon
Cool Spot Pop-Up Instant Gazebo Tent
This stylish pop-up gazebo has a vented roof and mosquito net curtains to keep bugs at bay. It comes in six colors, including beige, blue and red. Sold by Amazon
Measuring 10 feet by 13 feet, this is relatively spacious for a soft-top gazebo. The sturdy frame is made of iron and the canopy and curtains are made of high-quality fabric. Sold by Amazon
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African countries report 4,604 new Covid-19 cases: Africa CDC
Addis Ababa: The African continent reported 4,604 new Covid-19 cases during the previous 24 hours, the Africa Center for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) said.
Figures from the Africa CDC on Monday evening showed that the number of confirmed Covid-19 positive cases across the continent rose from 11,555,033 on Sunday to 11,559,637 as of Monday, Xinhua news agency reported.
The death toll from Covid-19 on the African continent has reached 252,641, while 10,876,891 people who have been infected with the disease have recovered, the specialised healthcare agency of the African Union said.
South Africa, Morocco, Tunisia and Egypt are among the countries with the most cases in the continent, according to the agency.
South Africa has recorded the most Covid-19 cases in Africa with 3,891,793 cases, while the northern African country of Morocco reported 1,165,795 as of Monday evening.
In terms of the caseload, southern Africa is the most affected region, followed by the northern and eastern parts of the continent, while central Africa is the least affected region in the continent, according to the Africa CDC. | https://www.mangalorean.com/african-countries-report-4604-new-covid-19-cases-africa-cdc/ | 2022-05-17T17:01:34Z | https://www.mangalorean.com/african-countries-report-4604-new-covid-19-cases-africa-cdc/ | false | 3 |
“You make noodles with vegetables and ham, right?” Dave Daal (74) watches his table mates, who are stirring their coffee. Yes, yes, that’s right, they nod. “Well, I’m making the noodles with chicken now. That makes a difference in the price.” Smart, say the others.
During the coffee morning for elderly people from Rotterdam in the auditorium of service flat Oostmolensteyn in the center of Rotterdam, the conversation revolves around money matters. Day spending coach Irene van Kouwen of home care institution Aafje had asked whether they notice that everything is becoming more expensive due to inflation.
Those in attendance, mainly women, some men, are between seventy and ninety years old. They meet weekly to chat and to take exercise classes. There are regular activities organized by students. The atmosphere is upbeat, but Dave is serious. “I used to get Chinese or a pizza now and then. I don’t do that anymore. And I’ll have a banana instead of dessert.”
Not everyone is cutting back on food, but they all recognize the rising prices in the supermarket.
“I’m very careful about what I take with me. Everything is more expensive. One product costs a dime more, the other product 15 cents.”
“At home I look through all the folders. If the jam is on offer at Dirk, I go to Dirk for jam. And for coffee to the Albert Heijn, if they have a ‘two for the price of one’ offer there. That can make a difference.”
“Sunflower oil! No more to pay. I’m now throwing my bitterballen in the airfryer!”
“I paid 4.80 on a terrace for a glass of wine!”
“We went out for dinner recently – I had to pay 18.50 for a hamburger. You will not see me there again.”
Ridiculous, everyone thinks.
Retired people are one of the few groups in the Netherlands that has not seen their purchasing power increase in the past ten years. Between 2011 and 2020, they lost approximately 1.3 percent in purchasing power, according to CBS figures. The purchasing power of employees increased by almost 21 percent during this period.
The cause is the continuing malaise at the large pension funds. Since the financial crisis of 2008, they have been banned or barely able to distribute pension increases, because their financial health has been under pressure all this time due to the fall in interest rates. In the meantime, prices for food, fuel and gas continued to rise. Employees saw their wages increase almost every year. But the supplementary pensions came to a standstill.
half brown
Bep Schuurman (77) from Rotterdam has certainly noticed this. “You do your shopping and you spend more and more for the same thing.” When she went to the bakery this morning, the half brown that she always buys was suddenly 1 euro 20 instead of 1 euro and 5 cents. “I think that’s a decent amount.”
Mrs. Schuurman is well off, she says. She has her husband’s survivor’s pension and a small pension because she started working half days in a company canteen when the four children went to school. But she has to be careful, she says. When she has paid the rent and medical expenses, “there’s a whole chunk gone.”
An advantage for older people, she thinks, is that they have generally learned to live more frugally than younger people. At least she and her husband were always frugal. “We also did fun things. With the kids to the cinema and then to McDonald’s. But nowadays things have to get crazier. To Disneyland in Paris or something. And children want the most expensive designer clothes.”
Her children sometimes wanted that too, but she didn’t start there. She still remembers cutting the Nike logo out of a piece of cloth and sewing it onto a shirt. “So! You too a Nike shirt.”
Bep does not yet have higher heating costs, but they will certainly come. She has already applied for the allowance for Rotterdam residents with a small grant. “I don’t waste money, but if I want something, I buy it. My children also say: enjoy it, mom!” She realizes that peers with only AOW pensions do not have that luxury. “They have to think about every expense.”
basic income
The purchasing power of pensioners with the lowest incomes – only an AOW benefit – has remained stable. This is because the AOW benefit increases with the average development of collectively negotiated wages in the Netherlands. The AOW is now grossly 1,850 euros per month for a single person.
Retirees are also the group with the lowest poverty risk, because the AOW is in fact a basic income for the elderly. The AOW amount is higher than the social assistance benefit and is well above the poverty line. Where the poverty risk for 55 to 65 year olds is still more than 7 percent, it drops to 2.4 percent for 65 to 75 year olds. according to CBS figures.
Retirees are the group with the lowest poverty risk, because the AOW is in fact a basic income for the elderly
This makes the Netherlands unique. In many other countries, including Europe, poverty among the elderly is a much bigger problem, says Marike Knoef, professor of economics at Leiden University and director of pension think tank Netspar. That does not mean that it is easy to get by on an old-age pension alone, she says. “You will have to watch your expenses carefully.”
Retirees who nevertheless live in poverty have generally not built up a full state pension because they have not lived in the Netherlands all their lives. This is especially true for migrants and refugees. These elderly are entitled to a type of social assistance benefit for pensioners: the Supplementary Income Provision for the Elderly (AIO). But many people don’t know that, so they don’t apply for that supplement. Strict capital requirements also apply. For example, if you own a house for sale, you cannot get an AIO.
The poverty risk also rises slightly among the over-85s. “The elderly are often more vulnerable,” says Knoef. “In the past, they built up a little less supplementary pension on average and are more often confronted with higher healthcare costs.”
Chalet at the campsite
Anneke de Bruijn (73) does not have money worries, she can be brief about that. Her (younger) husband still works, and she herself has a good pension. They live in Rotterdam, have a chalet at a campsite in Numansdorp where they are often in the summer season and have a house in Greece.
Anneke de Bruijn started working at the sewing studio of Peek & Cloppenburg when she was fourteen and has always worked until her retirement. She had her own hair salon and worked for the KNVB for many years. “I don’t know what WW is.” She’s still not the type to sit still. She has five children whom she takes turns helping with the household chores – doing laundry, ironing. And she is a volunteer at the coffee mornings of the Aafje care institution.
She can manage on her own, and does not have to cut corners on the hairdresser and the nail technician. She also does not go to another supermarket if a product is cheaper there. “But I know others should.”
Mrs. de Bruijn has other problems: her husband is ill. She is concerned about that. When we are back in the hospital, I realize how precious health is. Priceless actually.”
The pensioners with the highest pension incomes have experienced the strongest decline in purchasing power in recent years. The AOW may be increased annually, but for this group this is a relatively small part of their income. Their supplementary pensions (via a pension fund or insurer) are higher. And it is precisely those pensions that have not or hardly been increased for twelve years, so that they can buy less and less for them in the store.
People with high incomes have the advantage, says professor Knoef, that they have more savings options. “For example, they can buy less luxury goods.” However, that can feel like a major setback. After all, you have to live more frugally than you expected.
“Retirees also have fewer opportunities to increase their income,” says Knoef. As a working person, it is easier for you to work a few extra hours, ask for a pay increase or change jobs.
Pension reform
This year, purchasing power is also under pressure from people with only AOW or at most a small supplementary pension. Because this year, wage growth – which determines the AOW increase – cannot keep up with inflation. Trade unions fail to make such high wage agreements in collective labor agreements.
Most supplementary pensions seem to be able to be increased slightly this year, due to more flexible rules from politics, in the run-up to a major pension reform. In most cases, however, this will not result in a full inflation correction either.
Retirees will lose 2.8 percent in purchasing power on average this year, the Central Planning Bureau (CPB) expected in March† That number was slightly higher than the decrease in purchasing power for all Dutch people: 2.7 percent. But the setback could just turn out to be more serious. Because the CPB made a fairly optimistic assumption in this estimate: that energy prices will fall again after the summer.
Day spending coach Irene van Kouwen asks those present at the coffee morning how they save money.
“Stay in bed,” shouts a jolly lady. Everyone laughs.
“Turn down the stove and put on a cardigan.”
“I add water to the shampoo and detergent. Then it lasts longer.”
“Show shorter showers.”
“Yes! You can put the plug in the shower tray and get out before it overflows.”
“You can also shower three times a week instead of every day.”
“Damn, I think that’s disgusting.”
“What now, filthy? We used to go to the tub once a week!”
“Yes, haha, we did ages with a bar of soap. We were really frugal back then.”
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Both companies launched the collaboration at the United Nations event for foreign Ambassadors
NEW YORK, May 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- InnovoPro, a recognized innovator in the global food industry with great tasting and functional chickpea protein solutions, is one of six sustainable FoodTech organizations that showcased their products at the United Nation event on May 12th, in association with Israel's Permanent Mission to the United Nations and The Good Food Institute.
Recently, InnovoPro and Milkadamia, leaders of the next generation of plant-based products started to collaborate and the two showcased Milkadamia's latest development - plant-based ice cream based on InnovoPro's CP-Pro 70® protein. Their environmentally sustainable desserts have superior taste profiles that maintain a rich flavor and natural texture. Innovopro's breakthrough technology enables the production of their clean-labeled cookies and Milkadamia's ice cream that are non-GMO, gluten-free, soy-free, and non-allergen. Due to the unique functionality of chickpea protein, the recipes deliver cleaner ingredient labels compared to other highly-processed desserts.
"Re-imagining our relationship with protein doesn't just start with meat. It also includes desserts, which to us represents the first sweet and chewy bite of our vegan chocolate chip cookies and Milkadamia's fantastic chickpea protein ice cream," said Taly Nechushtan, CEO of InnovoPro. "They're more environmentally friendly and sustainable than the vast majority of desserts, and we're thrilled to be able to partner with Milkadamia on this special occasion of Israel's independence."
"Milkadamia is an innovator in the plant-based foods sector. Milkadamia is compelled by the trajectory of climate forecasts to embrace plant protein, while aggressively championing the eco-pertinence of plant-based foods and regenerative agriculture," said Jim Richards, CEO and Founder of Milkadamia.
About InnovoPro
InnovoPro is committed to bringing unique plant-based protein ingredients to the global food & beverage market, for creating nutritious, tasty, and sustainable food products. With an excellent nutritional profile, "free from" properties and wide usability in the food industry, InnovoPro's CP-Pro 70® concentrate is the best choice for the growing plant-based protein market. Now, with its growing recognition and infrastructure, InnovoPro is in the best position to scale up its innovative solutions worldwide. Visit innovopro.com to learn more.
About Milkadamia
Milkadamia was started on the Australian family macadamia farm in 2015 and Milkadamia U.S. is headquartered in Illinois. Sold in 12,000 retailers across the U.S. and the U.K, as well as 2,000 cafes, Milkadamia is growing more than trees. Its raw macadamias are grown on its Jindilli Farms predominantly through regenerative farming techniques which reduce carbon dioxide emissions and enrich the earth instead of stripping it of nutrients. Visit milkadamia.com for more information. Follow on FB and Instagram @milkadamia as well as on LinkedIn.
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Mo Salah has been snapped having lunch in Chesire with the Egyptian missing out on Liverpool's trip to Southampton.
The Reds travel south needing three points to realistically keep their Premier League title hopes alive with Manchester City enjoying a four point lead ahead of the final weekend. Jurgen Klopp's side will have to beat the Saints without their most potent attacking weapon.
Salah, who is once again the team's leading goalscorer, limped off in Saturday's FA Cup final win over Chelsea. It was immediately evident that the forward was facing a race again time to be fit for Tuesday's game. The 29-year-old is targeting the weekend, but Klopp has confirmed he would miss the game at St Mary's.
"The target is they could be involved again at the weekend," said the Liverpool boss. "It's very positive. We're realistic about the Wolves game, but for tomorrow, [we'd] rather not." Salah was replaced by Diogo Jota after 33 minutes at Wembley on Saturday afternoon.
The Egyptian was photographed in Wilmslow having lunch at Juniper Restaurant. Klopp has taken issue with the short turnaround following the weekend's FA Cup final. The Reds played 120 minutes in the capital and have had just over 72 hours recovery time. "There were two more matchdays this week," said the German.
"We played Saturday and it was possible we'd play 120 minutes. And they (the Premier League) thought the best time to play the next game would be Tuesday.
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"You (the Premier League) could have given us Wednesday theoretically - but there is the Europa League final - or Thursday when we could have played a 90-minute game and then on Sunday which is the last matchday and the normal rhythm if you play a European game on a Thursday.
"But all of a sudden, nobody thought we could give them (Liverpool) a day more rest. It's like this the whole time and I have to sit here and say it and people say when will he stop whining - because nobody else is doing it.
"You all don't think about it for a second. It's tough and it would have been better if we played on Thursday. Playing 120 minutes and then again on Tuesday is really massive. But I can't wait to play the game. I'm really excited about it and the boys who will start will go with all they have to make it (a victory) happen."
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Which Galileo thermometer is best?
Named for the famous Italian scientist, a Galileo thermometer is a functional and aesthetically pleasing way to tell the temperature in your home. This centuries-old device is typically cylindrical in shape, filled with liquid and floating glass bulbs that indicate the current temperature.
The Wind & Weather Galileo Weather Station is a comprehensive instrument pairing a thermometer with additional useful measurements. Finding the best Galileo thermometer requires an understanding of operation, limitations and design choices available.
What to know before you buy a Galileo thermometer
Origin
The Galileo thermometer was invented in the mid-17th century by an academic collective at Accademia del Cimento in Florence, Italy. While Galileo was not a part of this group, the creation was inspired by his work — namely the thermoscope, which tracked temperature changes.
Operation
The Galileo thermometer may look complex upon initial viewing, but the principles are fairly simple. A glass container, usually a cylinder, is filled with liquid, often mineral oil, with numerous small glass bulbs floating within. While they are all the same size and density, each is attached to a different weight with a corresponding number.
As the temperature changes in the room, the liquid temperature changes, which influences its density. As a result, the weighted bulbs will float, sink or suspend in the center of the cylinder. The lone bulb closest to the middle indicates the current temperature: read the number on the weight to get a close approximation.
Limitations
Galileo thermometers aren’t ideal for tracking extreme temperatures. They are designed for regular use indoors, or briefly outside in moderate weather. Because there are only so many bulbs within — typically five — temperature range is fairly limited. Precision is also an issue, as bulbs are often labeled in increments of four or five degrees.
What to look for in a quality Galileo thermometer
Size
These instruments do not have a uniform size; the height and diameter of the cylinder do not affect how the invention operates. Size only influences where you can suitably place the thermometer and how it looks. Most stand between 8 and 16 inches high with a relatively small diameter and slender base. Some instruments may come with a hook or handle on top that allow them to be hung.
Temperature range
The basic Galileo thermometer offers a temperature range from 64 to 80 degrees. These will feature five bulbs in increments of four degrees.
Larger models are also available, which may widen the range in either direction and, as a result, add to the number of bulbs within.
Extra measurements
Some thermometers are embedded within a larger installation that includes additional devices and other measurements. A Galileo thermometer may be incorporated alongside a barometer, which reads pressure, or a hygrometer that tracks vapor water in the air. Some may also come with an analog clock for an antique look.
While most bulbs only include readings in Fahrenheit, some will also offer Celsius as well.
Shape
The typical shape is cylindrical, but there are also some spherical designs available for those seeking an alternative aesthetic. The shape does not influence the accuracy of the reading.
Color
Each bulb has a distinct color to enhance the look of the thermometer. Color does not affect operation. Red, yellow, green and blue are standard, but some may feature bolder shades or even pastel colors. For those seeking a modern look, opt for a thermometer that features black liquid in every bulb.
How much you can expect to spend on a Galileo thermometer
Expect to spend $25-$50, depending on size and number of bulbs included.
Galileo thermometer FAQ
What if there is no bulb floating in the middle?
A. The central bulb offers the most accurate reading, but sometimes there will not be a bulb in the middle. Occasionally bulbs will cluster at both the top and the bottom, which means the temperature is somewhere in between. To calculate, note the lowest hanging number from the top group and the highest floating bulb from the lower group. Add the two numbers together and divide by two to obtain the most accurate temperature reading.
If all the bulbs are at the bottom, the temperature is hotter than the bulb with the highest number. Conversely, with all bulbs clustered at the top, the temperature will be colder than the lowest number available.
Is the thermometer safe for use outside?
A. Galileo thermometers can be used outside with certain precautions and tempered expectations. Due to their limited range, they won’t effectively measure hot summer days or cold autumn mornings with any accuracy. They are also delicate, so they may not hold up well in windy conditions. As it only takes minutes for the thermometer to obtain a reading, it can be brought outdoors momentarily but should not be left unattended for long periods.
What’s the best Galileo thermometer to buy?
Top Galileo thermometer
Wind & Weather Galileo Weather Station
What you need to know: A Galileo thermometer is included alongside other useful measurements in this elaborate, eye-catching arrangement.
What you’ll love: Featuring a clock, barometer and hygrometer with the Galileo thermometer, this impressive weather station is elegant and sophisticated. The dark wood base provides a refined aesthetic.
What you should consider: The inclusion of additional devices raises the price substantially.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Top Galileo thermometer for the money
Lily’s Home Galileo Thermometer
What you need to know: A simple yet attractive Galileo thermometer, this standard design comes at a low price and fits with any home decor.
What you’ll love: This is a quintessential modern Galileo thermometer, with five colored bulbs measuring temperature from 64 to 80 degrees. The base is sturdy and the design allows for placement around the home.
What you should consider: At 14 inches, the thermometer is fairly tall.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Worth checking out
What you need to know: This stunning model features the standard cylindrical Galileo thermometer alongside a spherical glass barometer.
What you’ll love: The Galileo thermometer and barometer are joined by a stable, wooden base. Both glass instruments provide a stunning presence in the home as well as useful information about the weather.
What you should consider: These two instruments are relatively fragile.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
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FORT WAYNE, Ind., May 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Steel Dynamics, Inc. (NASDAQ/GS: STLD) congratulates Mark D. Millett for being named the Association for Iron & Steel Technology (AIST) Steelmaker of the Year, one of AIST's highest honors recognizing his outstanding contributions to the steel industry.
"Millett is awarded Steelmaker of the Year in recognition of his innovative and steadfast leadership to guide the strategic growth of Steel Dynamics Inc. by fostering a culture recognized for valuing personal safety, customer service, social responsibility and shareholder value; his commitment to transformational technologies and green steelmaking; his advocacy on behalf of the North American steel industry; and his more than 40 years of dedication to the advancement of iron and steel," stated the Association for Iron & Steel Technology in a press release announcing the award.
"Mark has driven significant innovation and growth in the steel industry throughout his career, and has led transformational strategic growth at Steel Dynamics," said Theresa E. Wagler, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer. "Mark has driven innovation in steelmaking and ironmaking technologies, while creating a team with a passion toward excellence in everything. We are grateful to Mark for his years of industry leadership and more specifically for his dedication to the Steel Dynamics team. We are incredibly proud of him and this peer recognition regarding his industry contributions. Congratulations Mark."
Mr. Millett co-founded Steel Dynamics in 1993 and has been instrumental in building Steel Dynamics from its inception to its current status as one of the largest and fastest growing steel producers and metals recyclers in North America with nearly 11,000 team members. Mr. Millett has been the President and Chief Executive Officer of Steel Dynamics since January 2012 and was named Chairman of the Board in May 2021.
As one of the co-founders of Steel Dynamics, Mr. Millett and the leadership team have created a best-in-class, innovative steel company that has been committed to operating in an environmentally responsible manner since its founding. Steel Dynamics produces steel using only electric arc furnace (EAF) technology, which utilizes recycled ferrous scrap as the primary raw material. EAF steel production technology currently has the least environmental impact, is the most cost effective, and provides the most operational flexibility. With the addition of the company's metals recycling and steel fabrication operating platforms, the leadership team intentionally developed a vertically connected, circular manufacturing model, which further reduces the company's environmental impact, while providing numerous customer supply-chain advantages.
The Association for Iron & Steel Technology (AIST) is an international technical association of more than 15,500 professional and student members, representing iron and steel producers, their allied suppliers and related academia. The association is dedicated to advancing the technical development, production, processing and application of iron and steel.
About Steel Dynamics, Inc.
Steel Dynamics is one of the largest domestic steel producers and metals recyclers in the United States, based on estimated annual steelmaking and metals recycling capability, with facilities located throughout the United States and in Mexico. Steel Dynamics produces steel products, including hot roll, cold roll, and coated sheet steel, structural steel beams and shapes, rail, engineered special-bar-quality steel, cold finished steel, merchant bar products, specialty steel sections and steel joists and deck. In addition, the company produces liquid pig iron and processes and sells ferrous and nonferrous scrap.
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Posted: May 17, 2022 / 10:01 AM CDT Updated: May 17, 2022 / 10:01 AM CDT SHARE DETROIT (AP) — Nearly 43,000 people died in traffic crashes last year, a 10.5% jump from 2020 as traffic increased, federal data shows. | https://www.tristatehomepage.com/news/politics/ap-politics/nearly-43000-people-died-in-traffic-crashes-last-year-a-10-5-jump-from-2020-as-traffic-increased-federal-data-shows/ | 2022-05-17T17:08:46Z | https://www.tristatehomepage.com/news/politics/ap-politics/nearly-43000-people-died-in-traffic-crashes-last-year-a-10-5-jump-from-2020-as-traffic-increased-federal-data-shows/ | true | null |
WALL, N.J., May 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Student Transportation of America (STA) celebrates its 25th anniversary today as an industry leader in student transportation, safety, and fleet services. Founded in 1997, STA operates more than 16,000 vehicles, providing more than 300 school districts across the United States and Canada with the highest level of safe and reliable student transportation, management, logistics and technology solutions.
"Since our inception, Student Transportation of America has prided itself on being a family business committed to the safety and the well-being of the students who depend on us each day," said Patrick Vaughan, CEO of STA. "It is because of the ongoing commitment and dedication of each and every employee that we are able to celebrate such a milestone today, and I thank each employee, past and present, for helping us to grow into one of the largest and most respected student transportation companies in North America."
The company's values are rooted in family business. STA founder Denis J. Gallagher grew up in the industry as his grandfather and father started the transit and charter bus company, Coast Cities, in 1922. Gallagher drew on that family tradition, starting STA with the same guiding principles – taking care of employees, customers, and communities.
The company is an industry leader in safety and training, providing drivers with the tools necessary to excel at their jobs by combining interactive training to supplement traditional behind-the-wheel and classroom training methods. Each STA driver is trained and educated on a variety of topics including Autism Spectrum Disorder awareness, special needs emergency evacuation plans, bullying, managing student behavior, and safety leadership.
STA is also committed to its customers. Understanding that school transportation is a local business, STA works with districts on plans that fit their unique needs, leading to a renewal rate just shy of 100% and consistent customer satisfaction.
Community remains at the heart of STA's services and a large part of that is a commitment to environmentally conscious programs across North America, reducing emissions and promoting better health and safer environments for passengers and families.
To date, STA has replaced more than 2,700 diesel-engine school buses with alternative-fuel vehicles and has solidified its commitment to the environment with the launch of its electric vehicle pilot program . The company has received a Green Fleet Magazine Sustainability All-Star Award for its leadership in the space.
"Today we celebrate our 25th anniversary with a nod to our history, but we also look to the future," said STA Chief Operating Officer Gene Kowalczewski. "Our success and longevity come from the dedication of our employees and a commitment across the company to innovation. We look forward to what the next 25 years will bring as we continuously work to provide the safest transportation for students, employment opportunities for communities, and sustainable transportation options for a healthy environment."
About Student Transportation of America
Founded in 1997, Student Transportation of America (STA) is an industry leader in school transportation, safety and fleet services. STA operates more than 16,000 vehicles, providing customers with the highest level of safe and reliable student transportation, management, logistics and technology solutions throughout the U.S. and Canada. Services are delivered by drivers, dispatchers, maintenance technicians, managers, information technology professionals and others, who are caring members of their local communities. For more information, please visit www.rideSTA.com.
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Which bagless vacuum is best?
If you use a traditional vacuum frequently, you know the hassle and added cost of replacing the bag when it’s filled with dirt. Bagless vacuum cleaners conveniently cut out the extra step. You can see when the dust bin is full and easily empty it out any time without worrying about replacing the bag.
Bagless vacuums differ in price, power and features, but the best is the Shark Rotator Professional Lift-Away Upright Vacuum.
What to know before you buy a bagless vacuum
Dustbin
Bagless vacuums have a dustbin instead of a bag. It’s often a clear canister that easily detaches and lets you empty the contents into the trash. They vary in size between 1 and 2 liters.
The dustbin is convenient and saves you money in the long run, but it’s also eco-friendly, as you don’t have to worry about constantly throwing away bags.
It’s recommended to empty the bin when it’s 75% full. It’s also good to get in the habit of emptying the bin after every use.
Filters
Some bagless vacuums have disposable filters. Others are washable so that you can reuse them and save more money over time.
Look for vacuums with HEPA air filters because they can remove up to 99.9% of indoor pollutants and allergens — such as pollen, dust mites, smoke and pet dander — that other vacuums can recirculate into the air.
Power
A vacuum is only as good as its suction power, and this is one area where many bagless models are superior. They use cyclonic suction systems that increase airflow by spinning the dirt into the dustbin.
What to look for in a quality bagless vacuum
Cordless vacuums
If you’re looking for a vacuum that is lightweight and easy to store, consider purchasing a cordless vacuum. Cordless vacuums are battery-operated, making them more portable and versatile, but they often don’t have as much power as corded vacuums. Additionally, if you have a large area to clean, the battery might not last.
LED headlight
You might not think you need a vacuum with a headlight until you see how it makes hidden dirt in dark spaces and under furniture so much easier to spot.
Accessories
Given the shape and size of the average vacuum, it can’t reach every area where dust accumulates. That makes vacuum attachments so valuable. You can always purchase attachments separately, but many models have extension rods and separate tools designed explicitly for crevices and delicate upholstery.
How much can you expect to spend on a bagless vacuum
The cost of a bagless vacuum depends on the brand, model and features, but they start at around $50, and the best quality models can cost over $500. However, you can find quality bagless vacuums for $100-$200.
Bagless vacuum FAQ
Why does it smell after I use my bagless vacuum cleaner?
A. When the dust bin is full, or the filter is clogged, the vacuum can release an odor. Emptying the dust bin and cleaning the filter will help eliminate any unfavorable smell, and it will also increase the suction power. If the smell persists, try brushing the air filter and washing the bin with water and white vinegar. Additionally, consider adding a dryer sheet to the dust bin to circulate a fresh smell throughout the room.
How long do bagless vacuum cleaners last?
A. It depends on the brand and the quality of the vacuum, but many come with a five-year warranty. However, if you take care of your vacuum and consistently empty the bin and clean the filter, it can last eight to 10 years with average use.
What’s the best bagless vacuum to buy?
Top bagless vacuum
Shark Rotator Professional Lift-Away Upright Vacuum
What you need to know: With advanced swivel steering and lift-away functionality, you can easily clean around and under your furniture while getting all the hard-to-reach places in your home.
What you’ll love: The anti-allergen complete seal technology and HEPA filter trap dust and allergens inside the vacuum. It comes complete with a wide upholstery tool, dusting brush and crevice tool so that you can clean everything from lampshades to delicate surfaces. The powerful LED headlights will ensure that you spot every area that needs cleaning.
What you should consider: Some customers found the cord on this vacuum to be shorter than similar models.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Top bagless vacuum for the money
Dirt Devil Endura Light Bagless Vacuum
What you need to know: This vacuum weighs less than 9 pounds but still has power, and the multifloor brush roll works well on both carpet and hardwood floors.
What you’ll love: The onboard quick-release extension rod gives you 6 feet of total reach. It comes with a crevice tool and a dusting brush to help you clean those hard-to-reach spaces. The 1-liter dirt bin can be removed with a button to easily dump out the contents when full without making a mess.
What you should consider: Given how light it is, some customers found this vacuum brittle and unable to stand up on its own.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Worth checking out
Bissell CleanView Swivel Upright Bagless Vacuum
What you need to know: The triple-action brush roll and scatter-free technology help clean your carpet and hardwood floors on the first pass.
What you’ll love: The swivel steering lets you easily maneuver around furniture, while the multicyclonic suction system keeps hair and dirt away from the motor to help it last longer. This vacuum comes with specialized tools to pick up pet hair, and Bissell donates up to $10 to the Bissell Pet Foundation with every product purchased.
What you should consider: Some customers feel the vacuum clogs too quickly.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
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Market Mover: Domo (DOMO) Drops at Midday May 16
Equities Staff Follow |Shares of Domo Inc. - Class B (NASDAQ: DOMO) lost 3.45% Monday.
As of 11:54:08 est, Domo sits at $33.73 and has fallen $1.21 so far today.
Domo has moved 26.74% over the last 30 days and has a YTD change of 29.23% based on the most recent close.
The company expects its next earnings on 2022-05-26.
For technical charts, analysis, and more on Domo visit the company profile.
About Domo Inc. - Class B
Domo is the Business Cloud, empowering organizations of all sizes with BI leverage at cloud scale, in record time. With Domo, BI-critical processes that took weeks, months or more can now be done on-the-fly, in minutes or seconds, at unbelievable scale.
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The leaders of Finland and Sweden will visit the White House this week and meet with President Joe Biden, the White House announced on Tuesday.
Prime Minister Magdalena Andersson of Sweden and President Sauli Niinistö of Finland will meet Biden on Thursday to discuss joining NATO, the White House said. They will also discuss their support for Ukraine and other global issues.
The move of adding Sweden and Finland could further upset the Kremlin, which has sought to weaken the NATO alliance.
The moves by Sweden and Finland come after Russia invaded Ukraine, which is not a member of NATO. Had Ukraine been a member of NATO, other nations in the alliance would have been obligated to provide defense for the nation.
The Biden administration has expressed support for for welcoming the two Scandinavian nations to the 30-member military alliance. White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre expressed confidence on Tuesday the two nations would join NATO.
“And so, we welcome the recent statements from governments of Finland and Sweden on their intention to seek NATO membership,” Jean-Pierre said. “We will strongly support these applications when they are formally presented in Brussels. Both Finland and Sweden are close and valued defense partners of the United States and of NATO.”
Membership in the alliance comes with a stipulation of providing military assistance if a member is attacked. | https://www.koaa.com/news/national/finnish-swedish-leaders-to-visit-white-house-amid-nato-push | 2022-05-17T17:13:36Z | https://www.koaa.com/news/national/finnish-swedish-leaders-to-visit-white-house-amid-nato-push | true | 16 |
Tom King & Mitch Gerads Give The Riddler His Own Killing Joke
Artist Mitch Gerads tweeted out the news, of a Riddler graphic novella, Batman: One Bad Day, drawn by him, written by Tom King. He tweeted "#BatmanOneBadDay THE RIDDLER, a 64 page OGN by @TomKingTK and myself! My genuine long-time dream book, and @TomKingTK delivered the absolute perfect script for it. I've never been this excited to get a book into your mitts! I've been putting everything I have into every page." Adding "The Riddler is TERRIFYING." One Bad Day refers to Batman: The Killing Joke by Alan Moore and Brian Bolland, also a 64-page story, and the intimation is that this is meant to be a Killing Joke but for The Riddler.
The Riddler was first Edward Nigma, later Edward Nygma as well as Edward Nashton. One of Batman's main rogue gallery, he was created by Bill Finger and Dick Sprang for Detective Comics #140 in October 1948. A criminal mastermind obsessed with setting u crimes that can be solved through the examination of complex riddles, he became popular after his portrayal in the Batman 1966 TV series played first by Frank Gorshin and then John Astin, with Jim Carrey playing him in the 1995 Joel Schumacher movie Batman Forever, Cory Michael Smith in the 2014 TV series Gotham, and most recently a starring role by Paul Dano in this year's The Batman.
Batman: The Killing Joke was a 1988 DC Comics one-shot graphic novel that gave an origin to the Joker, but also saw him attempt to drive Commissioner Gordon mad with grief, the idea that the Joker became the Joker because of one very bad day – and the same with true of Batman as well. It is considered the definitive Joker story, In guess DC would really like the same for The Riddler, and do it in the comics rather than wait for the TV show spinoffs. | https://bleedingcool.com/comics/tom-king-mitch-gerads-give-the-riddler-his-own-killing-joke/ | 2022-05-17T17:14:06Z | https://bleedingcool.com/comics/tom-king-mitch-gerads-give-the-riddler-his-own-killing-joke/ | false | 1 |
Police officers confront Home Secretary over pay
The Home Secretary was told to “put her money where her mouth is” when she was confronted by police over concerns about pay.
One officer, a single mother who had worked in policing for more than two decades, asked Priti Patel if she would be able to “survive” on £1,200 or £1,400 a month.
Detective Constable Vicky Knight, of North Wales Police, told the Police Federation annual conference how she had to borrow money from her mother and described herself and some colleagues as “desperately struggling to do the job that we love and to make ends meet”.
Rich Cooke, chairman of the West Midlands Police Federation, was met with cheers and applause from the audience when he told Ms Patel: “It’s about time you and your colleagues put your money where your mouth is and did something about the terrible state that our colleagues are finding themselves in.”
Answering questions after giving a speech at the event in Manchester, groans could be heard when Ms Patel told delegates the federation – which represents more than 130,000 officers from the rank of constable to chief inspector – had not been “at the table” recently for pay negotiations.
The body is among police organisations embroiled in a row with the Government over a pay freeze for officers.
Ms Knight, who said she worked in child protection as well as with vulnerable adults and has been working in the police for 23 years, asked Ms Patel if she would be able to “survive” on £1,200 or £1,400 a month.
After paying professional subscriptions and pension, she said she takes home £2,300 a month and works overtime twice a month to “make ends meet.” Because wages are measured before pension deductions, she does not receive any support apart from child family allowance, telling the conference: “Apart from that I’m on my own”.
Describing how she is paid “a couple of hundred pounds a month more than the workers in McDonald’s flipping burgers” and less than her “local manager at Lidl”, Ms Knight told how ahead of her most recent pay day she had to borrow £40 from her mother so she could put fuel in her car and buy food for her son’s school lunches “because I had no money left at the end of the month”.
She was met with applause when she asked: “I work … with the most vulnerable members of our community and I love my job.
“However, if the rate of interest goes up and I can’t pay my mortgage and I can’t pay the fuel, I’m not going to be able to continue to come to work.
“I went to see an accountant and the advice was leave the police, work for 22 hours a week and claim benefits and you will be better off. How can that be right?”
Ms Knight added: “I tell this story not because I’m here for sympathy, I just want to be heard. I stand here to represent myself and many people in the force that are like me.
“We are desperately struggling to do the job that we love and to make ends meet at home. So I need you to be on our team and to help us, to represent us … to get us fair pay.”
Ms Patel said that pay and conditions was something she was “committed” to working with the Federation on and thanked Ms Knight for sharing her story, adding: “I think it just it really illustrates so strongly and powerfully why we need to actually find solutions to pay issues and actually give you the support that you rightly deserve.
“We have to move this forward. You have that commitment from me, you absolutely do.”
The federation’s national chairman, Steve Hartshorn, who took on the role in March, said the “lack” of pay “sticks in the throat” of officers and causes them the “greatest hardship”, asking Ms Patel: “What has gone wrong?”
He added: “Why are my colleagues one of the only groups of frontline public sector workers being penalised in their pockets?”
Last year the federation withdrew from the Police Remuneration Review Body (PRRB), an independent system that sets salaries, after widespread outrage over the Government’s decision to freeze pay for officers who earn more than £24,000.
By contrast, NHS staff were given a 3% increase and firefighters and local government workers a 1.5% rise.
The bitter row saw the federation pass a vote of no confidence in Ms Patel over pay, while chairman of the National Police Chiefs’ Council, Martin Hewitt, wrote to her to say that officers “deserve better”.
Responding to Mr Cooke, who also said officers had their pay “slashed” and pensions “ripped up” by the Government, Ms Patel replied: “I completely hear what you say. This is the issue where we have to start working together.
“The federation’s voice has not been at the table and that has been the problem. So we absolutely need to restart that.”
Mr Hartshorn added: “It’s really important to get us at the table, we need something to hold us at the table to make sure we’re going to be listened to properly and it holds the Government to account.” | https://www.dailymail.co.uk/wires/pa/article-10825959/Police-officers-confront-Home-Secretary-pay.html?ns_mchannel=rss&ns_campaign=1490&ito=1490 | 2022-05-17T17:14:55Z | https://www.dailymail.co.uk/wires/pa/article-10825959/Police-officers-confront-Home-Secretary-pay.html?ns_mchannel=rss&ns_campaign=1490&ito=1490 | true | 11 |
Mayor James Byrne said he is hoping to gather the support from elected members in Drogheda to appeal the decision taken by An Bord Pleanála, granting Dawn Meats conditional planning permission to install 7km wastewater pipeline into River Boyne
Mayor James Byrne said, “I will do my utmost to be at the next meeting.
“While the planning process must be respected I am disappointed by the decision to grant permission to expand the Waste Water Treatment Plant at Beauparc. The dumping of hundreds of thousands of litres of so-called ‘treated’ water could be an environmental disaster for the region. It also raises questions over the safety of our drinking water which is sourced from the Boyne close by.
“As a Borough District we came together under the stewardship of former Mayor Kevin Callan and lodged a joint submission to Meath County Council objecting to the planning application.”
The second week of meetings for Save the Boyne group saw a great turnout, with the committee focusing on the immediate job in hand.
The groups main focus is getting their submissions in to An Bord Pleanála within the next week.
Peter Whelan, Chair of the group said, “The common fact that kept arising was the fact that thousands of people in Louth and Meath all get their drinking eater from this river.
The River Boyne is also a river with a status of European standards (SAC) special area of conservation, with attendees at the public meeting voicing their anger at the planning system and towards the County Council Executive.
Peter added, “Attendees felt it was the duty of them to protect us from pollution of these special areas of conservation. However it was decided that it is up to us ordinary people who care about our future generations to take action.
"That means going to the European court of appeal if necessary.”
At the meeting, it was highlighted that Meath and Louth County Councils “advertise ‘Ireland’s ancient East,’ ‘The Boyne Valley greenways’ and the proposed blue ways, while allowing waste water and other waste materials to be pumped into a river right on the doorstep of Newgrange.”
Peter said, “Newgrange is our pyramids and I don’t think this would happen in any other country and it had to be stopped.” | https://www.independent.ie/regionals/louth/news/mayor-byrne-hopes-to-gather-support-from-drogheda-council-to-oppose-council-decision-41659738.html | 2022-05-17T17:18:02Z | https://www.independent.ie/regionals/louth/news/mayor-byrne-hopes-to-gather-support-from-drogheda-council-to-oppose-council-decision-41659738.html | false | 1 |
Cable Detector Market – Global Outlook and Forecast 2022-2028
Cable detectors protect from the risks like Explosions, Electrocution, Damage to small cables with a significant impact on surrounding services, Site flooding, Project Downtime, Reinstatement Costs, etc.
This report contains market size and forecasts of Cable Detector in global, including the following market information:
- Global Cable Detector Market Revenue, 2017-2022, 2023-2028, ($ millions)
- Global Cable Detector Market Sales, 2017-2022, 2023-2028, (K Units)
- Global top five Cable Detector companies in 2021 (%)
The global Cable Detector market was valued at million in 2021 and is projected to reach US$ million by 2028, at a CAGR of % during the forecast period.
- The U.S. Market is Estimated at $ Million in 2021, While China is Forecast to Reach $ Million by 2028.
- Portable Cable Detector Segment to Reach $ Million by 2028, with a % CAGR in next six years.
- The global key manufacturers of Cable Detector include Stanley, Hexagon, Danaher, Radiodetection, Kennards Hire, RLE Technologies and Fike, etc. In 2021, the global top five players have a share approximately % in terms of revenue.
- MARKET MONITOR GLOBAL, INC (MMG) has surveyed the Cable Detector manufacturers, suppliers, distributors and industry experts on this industry, involving the sales, revenue, demand, price change, product type, recent development and plan, industry trends, drivers, challenges, obstacles, and potential risks.
Total Market by Segment:
Global Cable Detector Market, by Type, 2017-2022, 2023-2028 ($ Millions) & (K Units)
Global Cable Detector Market Segment Percentages, by Type, 2021 (%)
- Portable Cable Detector
- Benchtop Cable Detector
Global Cable Detector Market, by Application, 2017-2022, 2023-2028 ($ Millions) & (K Units)
Global Cable Detector Market Segment Percentages, by Application, 2021 (%)
- Power Industry
- Construction Industry
- Rail Industry
- Gas and Oil Industries
- Others
Global Cable Detector Market, By Region and Country, 2017-2022, 2023-2028 ($ Millions) & (K Units)
Global Cable Detector Market Segment Percentages, By Region and Country, 2021 (%)
- North America
- US
- Canada
- Mexico
- Europe
- Germany
- France
- U.K.
- Italy
- Russia
- Nordic Countries
- Benelux
- Rest of Europe
- Asia
- China
- Japan
- South Korea
- Southeast Asia
- India
- Rest of Asia
- South America
- Brazil
- Argentina
- Rest of South America
- Middle East & Africa
- Turkey
- Israel
- Saudi Arabia
- UAE
- Rest of Middle East & Africa
Competitor Analysis
The report also provides analysis of leading market participants including:
- Key companies Cable Detector revenues in global market, 2017-2022 (Estimated), ($ millions)
- Key companies Cable Detector revenues share in global market, 2021 (%)
- Key companies Cable Detector sales in global market, 2017-2022 (Estimated), (K Units)
- Key companies Cable Detector sales share in global market, 2021 (%)
Further, the report presents profiles of competitors in the market, key players include:
- Stanley
- Hexagon
- Danaher
- Radiodetection
- Kennards Hire
- RLE Technologies
- Fike
Table of content
1 Introduction to Research & Analysis Reports
1.1 Cable Detector Market Definition
1.2 Market Segments
1.2.1 Market by Type
1.2.2 Market by Application
1.3 Global Cable Detector Market Overview
1.4 Features & Benefits of This Report
1.5 Methodology & Sources of Information
1.5.1 Research Methodology
1.5.2 Research Process
1.5.3 Base Year
1.5.4 Report Assumptions & Caveats
2 Global Cable Detector Overall Market Size
2.1 Global Cable Detector Market Size: 2021 VS 2028
2.2 Global Cable Detector Revenue, Prospects & Forecasts: 2017-2028
2.3 Global Cable Detector Sales: 2017-2028
3 Company Landscape
3.1 Top Cable Detector Players in Global Market
3.2 Top Global Cable Detector Companies Ranked by Revenue
3.3 Global Cable Detector Revenue by Companies
3.4 Global Cable Detector Sales by Companies
3.5 Global Cable Detector Price by Manufacturer (2017-2022)
3.6 Top 3 and Top 5 Cable Detector Companies in Global Market, by Revenue in 2021
3.7 Global Manufacturers Cable Detector Product Type
3.8 Tier 1, Tier 2 and Tier 3 Cable Detector Players in Global Market
3.8.1 List of Global Tier 1 Cable Detector Companies
3.8.2 List of Global Tier 2 and Tier 3 Cable Detector Companies
4 Sights by Product
4.1 Overview
4.1.1 By Type – Global Cable Detector Market Size Markets, 2021 & 2028
4.1.2 Portable Cable Detector
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Maggie Peterson, who played Charlene Darling on the "Andy Griffith Show," died on Sunday, according to a statement on her official Facebook page.
The statement said Peterson's health after the death of her husband.
"We are relieved that we were able to move her home to be close to family for her last days," the post says.
In addition to the "Andy Griffith Show," Peterson also appeared on "Green Acres" and "The Odd Couple."
Peterson, a native of Colorado, had been living in Las Vegas, Nevada, her family said.
A service will be held to honor Peterson's life in the next few weeks, according to the family's statement.
Peterson was 88 years old. | https://www.kbzk.com/news/national/maggie-peterson-of-the-andy-griffith-show-dies-at-age-88 | 2022-05-17T17:20:29Z | https://www.kbzk.com/news/national/maggie-peterson-of-the-andy-griffith-show-dies-at-age-88 | false | null |
Srinagar May 17: Jammu and Kashmir Police and Army said it prevented three teenagers from "falling into the trap of terrorists" by apprehending them from forest area of village Kandi in north Kashmir's Kupwara district.
As per a police spokesman, the accused identified as Nasir Ahmad Waza son of Gh Rasool Waza, Adnan Naseer Khan son of Naseer Ahmad Khan and Umar Reyaz Sofi son of Reyaz Ahmad Sofi, all residents of Dooru Sopore were "following the route which was explained to them by a surrendered terrorist of their locality".
"The teenagers appear to have been motivated by the stories of glamorisation of terrorists by the surrendered terrorist who showed them the way to reach Pakistan, " police said.
"The joint operation of the Police and Army was launched when an input regarding some suspicious movement in the forest area usually followed by terrorists was received by Police. On apprehension, the matter was investigated and it was found that these teenagers seem to have been misguided and they should get a chance to lead a normal life, " it added. | https://www.greaterkashmir.com/kashmir/three-teenagers-prevented-from-joining-militancy-in-north-kashmir-police | 2022-05-17T17:20:42Z | https://www.greaterkashmir.com/kashmir/three-teenagers-prevented-from-joining-militancy-in-north-kashmir-police | false | 1 |
June Preston dead at 93- It Happened One Night & Christmas in July actress passes away after dementia battle
JUNE Preston has passed away at the age of 93 after a battle with dementia.
The star is best known for her performances in It Happened One Night and Christmas in July.
June died last Wednesday at a nursing home in Montclair, New Jersey, her daughter, Sabrina Pires, shared with The Hollywood Reporter.
The star's iconic career kicked off at the young age of three when she was spotted on the RKO studio lot and signed to a seven-year contract.
She would soon make her debut on screen in 1934's Anne of Green Gables alongside Anne Shirley.
However, she would grab the eyes of everyone thanks to Frank Capra’s famous film It Happened One Night (1934), which went on to win five Oscars, including best picture.
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Besides acting, June would also have another creative outlet: dance, as she began training at the Meglin Dance Studio in Beverly Hills and Santa Monica.
Other famous names who trained at the studio included iconic stars like Shirley Temple, Judy Garland, Mickey Rooney, Virginia Grey, and others.
June's impressive career continued away from the big screen as she would also have numerous merchandising contracts for various apparel like swimsuits, coats, purses, and even a line of toys and dolls.
While her acting career would end at the age of 15 with her final big feature, 1943's Happy Land, it would not be the end of June's passion for creative arts.
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One year after her final film she was discovered by German conductor and vocal coach, maestro Gustav Stern.
June would soon find herself touring and at just 24, she debuted with a Metropolitan Opera company in a leading role.
For the next 10 years, she performed at some of the most famous opera houses all over the world.
June, nicknamed the "Golden Voice," was inducted into the West Seattle High School Hall of Fame in 1996 where she received praise from George and Barbara Bush.
She is survived by her daughter, Sabrina, her son-in-law, John, and her sister, Lita.
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New Delhi, May 17 (PTI) The North Delhi Municipal Corporation on Tuesday suspended three officials in the Narenla Zone for alleged laxity in duty following the massive fire in a building in Mundka that claimed 27 lives.
According to an official statement, Licensing Inspector Sandeep Kaushik, Section Officer of General Branch S K Sharma, and Section Officer of House Tax Department B R Meena of the Narela Zone were suspended.
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"Prima facie, it appears to be laxity on the part of the officials of general branch, house tax department and erstwhile building department of the then Najafgarh Zone of unified MCD," the statement said.
It also said that 44 establishments were found running without a valid health trade license and also without a no-objection certificate from the fire department.
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"To prevent recurrence of such incident, all Deputy Commissioners of Zones and officers of Factory Licensing Department and Health Department have been directed to carry out a detailed survey of unauthorized factory units and restaurants operating in non-conforming areas and without proper FIR/NOC and Health Licence etc," the statement said.
A survey in three zones of the North Delhi civic body has been completed in non-conforming and conforming areas.
"In City SP zone, 44 units were found running without licence and 18 without fire NOC. In Rohini zone, 20 units were found operating in non-conforming areas and 20 without Fire NOC,” the statement said.
It said that the building which caught fire had a basement, the ground, first, second and the third floor. Two rooms with a tin shed were on the fourth floor.
A local enquiry has revealed the basement was being used for storage and the ground floor was vacant. The road on which the building was situated was of neither commercial nor mixed land use category, the statement said.
"Further, according to records of the Building Department of Narela Zone, the building is about 11 years old. The property was booked by then Najafgarh Zone on March 8, 2011, and June 20, 2011.
"The owner of the building has paid conversion charges from 2016 to 2018 on basis of self-assessment. No ongoing construction is noticed there. The owner has never applied for sanction of the building plan," the civic body said.
It said the building was being used for industrial purposes which is not allowed. No valid factory license has been issued at this location, it said.
The statement stated that the department was not aware of the fire no-objection certificate.
The civic body added that conversion charges of Rs 4 lakh and parking charges of Rs 2.66 lakh and Rs 93,188 penalty have been paid only between 2016 and 2018 for the ground floor area.
"Going by the record, no property tax has been paid by the owner/occupier of the premises and notices were issued by the department. Action against the building was taken in 2019," the statement said.
It said on the directions of a monitoring committee, a liquor shop on the ground floor of the building was sealed in January 2019. Following further orders in July 2019, the property was de-sealed after removing the belongings and since then the ground floor is lying vacant.
"Further, show-cause notices to Dy. A&C and Joint Assessor and Collector of Narela Zone have been issued. Disciplinary proceedings have also been initiated against the then area Junior Engineer of the building department in Narela Zone/Najafgarh Zone posting during January 2011 to December 2011, when the alleged construction took place," the statement said.
(This is an unedited and auto-generated story from Syndicated News feed, LatestLY Staff may not have modified or edited the content body) | https://www.latestly.com/agency-news/india-news-mundka-building-fire-north-delhi-civic-body-suspends-3-officials-3718053.html | 2022-05-17T17:21:37Z | https://www.latestly.com/agency-news/india-news-mundka-building-fire-north-delhi-civic-body-suspends-3-officials-3718053.html | false | 3 |
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WKRN) – Several property owners in Davidson County are sounding the alarm of a potential scam letter that falsely accuses them of owing extra in taxes. The property assessor’s office says they’re aware and are warning residents to stay on guard.
Davidson County Assessor of Property Vivian Wilhoite said she was first alerted of the scam after a property owner sent her a text with a copy of the fake letter, which was followed by an email from another property owner. Now phones at the Office of the Assessor of Property are ringing off the hook from numerous calls regarding the scam letter.
Wilhoite said people of all ages and even some with advanced degrees are falling for the scam letter because it looks official, but she added there are a number of red flags to look out for.
“There are a number of red flags that cause concern,” said Wilhoite, “For one, the scam letter closely resembles the Notice of Informal Review my office sends out this time of year to inform property owners of our Informal Review decisions.”
The property assessor is also asking residents to take a closer look at the address listed on the fake letter which requests them to send money to an address in St. Petersburg, Florida. Wilhoite says the Nashville address referenced in the scam letter doesn’t exist, and her office will never request tax payment.
“We do not want property owners to be confused and become victims, thinking that the Office of the Assessor of Property is requesting any type of payment,” said Wilhoite, “The Office of the Assessor of Property does not accept any type of tax payment.”
Wilhoite plans to report this scam to law enforcement and hopes it won’t cause confusion with the appraisal decision her office is expected to send out soon. | https://www.wkrn.com/news/local-news/county-assessors-office-warns-of-property-scam-in-davidson-county/ | 2022-05-17T17:23:21Z | https://www.wkrn.com/news/local-news/county-assessors-office-warns-of-property-scam-in-davidson-county/ | true | 1 |
Infinix has expanded its Note 12 series with the launch of the Infinix Note 12 VIP globally. The Infinix Note 12 VIP comes with features like support for 120W fast charging, 108MP rear cameras, a 120Hz display, and a lot more. The company has also introduced the slightly toned-down Note 12 (G96). Here’s a look at the details.
Infinix Note 12 VIP: Specs and Features
The Infinix Note 12 VIP comes with an ultra-sleek aesthetic and opts for the flat-edge design that is becoming common these days. It also features a rectangular rear camera hump with one huge camera housing and two small ones. It is painted in Cayenne Grey and Force Black colors.
The front sports a 6.7-inch Full HD+ Super Light AMOLED display with a center-placed punch-hole. It supports a 120Hz refresh rate, Low Blue Light tech, 100% DCI-P3 color gamut, and a 93.1% screen-to-body ratio. It is powered by a MediaTek Helio G96 chipset, paired with 8GB of RAM and 128GB of storage. There’s support for expandable RAM (up to an extra 5GB) and expandable storage (up to 2TB).
The Note 12 VIP features a 108MP Cinemagic main camera, a 13MP ultra-wide lens, and a 2MP depth sensor. There’s a 16MP front camera onboard too. It supports Laser detection auto-focus, Night mode, Portrait mode, and more. The phone sources its fuel from a 4,500mAh battery, which supports 120W fast charging. This can fully charge the phone in 17 minutes. It runs Android 12 with XOS 10.6 on top.
Additional features include a Dual X-axis motor, Xarena-Darlink 2.0 for better gaming optimizations, a 9-Layer Graphene Cooling System, dual speakers with DTS, Hands-Free Multiple AI Voice Assist, and more.
Infinix Note 12 (G96): Specs and Features
The Infinix Note 12 (G96) looks a lot like the Realme GT 2 and comes in Force Black, Snowfall, and Sapphire Blue colorways. It features a 6.7-inch AMOLED display but with a standard 60Hz refresh rate. It is also powered by the Helio G96 SoC but comes in two RAM+Storage options: 8GB+128GB and 8GB+256GB. Both these variants support expandable RAM and storage.
The Note 12 (G96) gets a 50MP main camera and a 2MP secondary camera at the back, along with a 16MP selfie shooter. It is backed by a 5,000mAh battery with 33W fast charging and runs XOS 10.6 based on Android 12.
Furthermore, it comes with a 10-layer Graphene Cooling System, Linear Motor Tactile System, dual speakers with DTS, XArena-Darlink 2.0, and more.
Price and Availability
The Infinix Note 12 VIP is priced at $300 (around Rs 23,200), while the Infinix Note 12 (G96) is priced at $200 (around Rs 15,500) and they are available to buy in select global markets. There’s no word about their availability in India as of now. | https://beebom.com/infinix-note-12-vip-120w-fast-charging-launched/ | 2022-05-17T17:23:43Z | https://beebom.com/infinix-note-12-vip-120w-fast-charging-launched/ | false | 1 |
Factory Mutual Insurance Co. lessened its stake in Medtronic plc (NYSE:MDT – Get Rating) by 28.3% in the 4th quarter, according to its most recent filing with the SEC. The firm owned 195,240 shares of the medical technology company’s stock after selling 76,887 shares during the quarter. Factory Mutual Insurance Co.’s holdings in Medtronic were worth $19,772,000 as of its most recent filing with the SEC.
Other institutional investors and hedge funds also recently made changes to their positions in the company. Dixon Hughes Goodman Wealth Advisors LLC purchased a new position in Medtronic in the fourth quarter worth approximately $25,000. PYA Waltman Capital LLC purchased a new stake in shares of Medtronic during the 4th quarter worth $25,000. Horan Securities Inc. acquired a new position in shares of Medtronic during the fourth quarter worth $25,000. Ibex Wealth Advisors purchased a new position in Medtronic in the third quarter valued at $26,000. Finally, MD Financial Management Inc. increased its holdings in Medtronic by 100.0% in the third quarter. MD Financial Management Inc. now owns 210 shares of the medical technology company’s stock valued at $26,000 after buying an additional 105 shares during the last quarter. Institutional investors and hedge funds own 80.23% of the company’s stock.
In other Medtronic news, SVP Carol A. Surface sold 6,000 shares of the company’s stock in a transaction dated Friday, March 11th. The shares were sold at an average price of $105.30, for a total value of $631,800.00. The sale was disclosed in a filing with the SEC, which is available at the SEC website. Also, CFO Karen L. Parkhill sold 682 shares of the firm’s stock in a transaction that occurred on Friday, March 18th. The stock was sold at an average price of $110.00, for a total transaction of $75,020.00. The disclosure for this sale can be found here. Insiders own 0.47% of the company’s stock.
Shares of NYSE:MDT traded up $1.78 on Tuesday, reaching $105.59. 56,748 shares of the company were exchanged, compared to its average volume of 5,230,757. The company has a 50-day moving average of $107.54 and a 200-day moving average of $108.08. The company has a current ratio of 2.61, a quick ratio of 2.10 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.46. The firm has a market cap of $141.65 billion, a price-to-earnings ratio of 29.11, a price-to-earnings-growth ratio of 2.34 and a beta of 0.74. Medtronic plc has a 1-year low of $98.38 and a 1-year high of $135.89.
Medtronic (NYSE:MDT – Get Rating) last released its quarterly earnings data on Tuesday, February 22nd. The medical technology company reported $1.37 EPS for the quarter, topping analysts’ consensus estimates of $1.36 by $0.01. Medtronic had a net margin of 15.46% and a return on equity of 14.57%. The firm had revenue of $7.76 billion for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $7.91 billion. During the same quarter in the previous year, the firm earned $1.29 earnings per share. The firm’s revenue was down .2% on a year-over-year basis. As a group, analysts forecast that Medtronic plc will post 5.66 earnings per share for the current year.
The company also recently disclosed a quarterly dividend, which was paid on Friday, April 22nd. Investors of record on Friday, March 25th were paid a $0.63 dividend. This represents a $2.52 annualized dividend and a yield of 2.39%. The ex-dividend date of this dividend was Thursday, March 24th. Medtronic’s payout ratio is currently 69.42%.
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Medtronic plc develops, manufactures, distributes, and sells device-based medical therapies to hospitals, physicians, clinicians, and patients worldwide. It operates through four segments: Cardiovascular Portfolio, Neuroscience Portfolio, Medical Surgical Portfolio, and Diabetes Operating Unit. The Cardiovascular Portfolio segment offers implantable cardiac pacemakers, cardioverter defibrillators, and cardiac resynchronization therapy devices; AF ablation products; insertable cardiac monitor systems; mechanical circulatory support; TYRX products; and remote monitoring and patient-centered software.
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Leading Massage Franchise Appoints New Chief Financial Officer and Vice President of Franchising
SAN ANTONIO, May 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- As the global wellness category continues to climb, companies within the crowded category are being strategic on how to flourish and best serve those seeking personal wellness routines. Massage Heights, the franchise known for its resort-quality massage, skincare and wellness services, announced two new hires to its growing executive team, welcoming Ginger McNab as Chief Financial Officer and Kim Robinson as Vice President of Franchise Development.
The company driven by helping others achieve a life of wellness that inspires, transforms, and renews people within the organization, members, and communities, has added individuals who reflect the company's culture of care and who are passionate and diligent.
McNab's financial guidance has been sought after in different sectors including hospitality, cable television/ telecommunications and predominately the wellness category. She spent over 10 years with Massage Envy managing all accounting operations and financial reporting. Prior to joining Massage Heights, McNab served over two years as the VP of Finance for LunchboxWax.
Robinson comes to Massage Heights with 14 years of franchise sales background and well-versed in real estate development. She's worked with brands such as TastiD Life, Planet Smoothie and, Chem-Dry. She helped expand the AAMCO Transmissions and Total Car Care Company for seven years and successfully closed 45 new franchise deals and 18 franchise resales within 20 months.
"Ginger and Kim are joining at the perfect time as Massage Heights has been transforming from the inside out with lots of future initiatives designed to do what we do best, providing personalized therapeutic experiences for communities, while always seeking to provide the best practices for our franchisees and their team members," said Susan Boresow, President and CEO of Massage Heights. "As we gear up to achieve significant growth throughout the coming years we are thrilled to have the right people, in the right seats."
After achieving a record volume year in 2021, Massage Heights Franchising is projecting +7% AUV growth in 2022. The company projects to expand in Texas, New Jersey, New York and Arizona.
"My career has always been about helping people discover their own American Dream and I've had the pleasure of cheering on hundreds of entrepreneurs as they've launched their businesses in lucrative industries," said Robinson. "Thankful to now assist those who want to pair their own deep passions for self-care and therapeutic wellness with a proven business model, that has the systems and support network to help change lives and impact communities."
About Massage Heights
The massage franchise started in 2004 and has grown to more than 120 Retreats throughout North America by providing personalized wellness treatment options through therapeutic massage and skincare services. Massage Heights is a family-owned massage and wellness franchise dedicated to elevating the lives of others by providing Members and Guests with professional, affordable and resort-quality massage, skincare and wellness services. For more information about Massage Heights and its franchise opportunities, please visit MassageHeightsFranchise.com.
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Captain Jack Sparrow isn’t coming back any time soon.
Johnny Depp doesn’t play a role in the foreseeable future of the “Pirates of the Caribbean” franchise, producer Jerry Bruckheimer told the Sunday Times, even with two more movies on the horizon.
“Not at this point,” Bruckheimer said. “The future is yet to be decided.”
Instead, the producer said, he’s working on a sequel with a woman as the lead and has been talking to Margot Robbie.
[ Amber Heard’s op-ed cost Johnny Depp a $22.5M ‘Pirates of the Caribbean’ deal, his manager testifies ]
Depp, who originated the role of Jack Sparrow in the first “Pirates” movie, said during his defamation trial against ex-wife Amber Heard that he has no interest in going back to the franchise after Disney cut ties with him in 2018.
“They didn’t remove my character from the rides,” he testified. “They didn’t stop selling dolls of Captain Jack Sparrow. They didn’t stop selling anything. They just didn’t want there to be something trailing behind me that they’d find.”
His talent agent, Jack Whigham, testified that Heard’s allegations of domestic violence cost Depp a sixth film and $22.5 million.
Heard’s team said that Disney had already grown sick of the actor over his drug and alcohol problems while filming “Dead Men Tell No Tales” in 2015.
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Midday Report: MBIA (MBI) Gains on May 16
Equities Staff Follow |Shares of MBIA Inc. (NYSE: MBI) climbed 2.99% Monday.
As of 12:01:57 est, MBIA is currently sitting at $12.24 and has climbed $0.355 per share in trading so far.
MBIA has moved 12.85% over the last 30 days and has a YTD change of 24.83% based on the prior day’s close.
The company is set to release earnings on 2022-08-03.
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The Chicago Cubs attempt to extend their season-high winning streak to four games when they host the National League Central-rival Pittsburgh Pirates on Tuesday for the middle contest of their three-game series. The Cubs opened the set with a 9-0 triumph, giving them three consecutive victories for the first time this campaign. Monday's setback denied Pittsburgh its first three-game winning streak of 2022. Chicago is a -145 money-line favorite (risk $145 to win $100) in the latest MLB odds from Caesars Sportsbook, while Pittsburgh is a +125 underdog.
First pitch at Wrigley Field is set for 7:40 p.m. ET. The game is one of 11 on the MLB schedule for Tuesday evening. Other matchups include the Atlanta Braves (+105) visiting the Milwaukee Brewers for the middle contest of their three-game set and the Baltimore Orioles hosting the New York Yankees (-240) for the second of four games. Before making any MLB picks or parlays, be sure to check out the MLB predictions and betting advice from SportsLine's proven computer model.
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Now, the model has locked in four confident MLB best bets for Tuesday. All the games occur at 7:05 p.m. ET or later, so there's still plenty of time to make these MLB picks. If you successfully parlay the picks, you'd be looking at a payout of well over 13-1. You can only see the model's MLB picks at SportsLine.
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The model, which simulated every game on Tuesday's schedule 10,000 times, is taking over 7.5 runs (-105) in the Pirates vs. Cubs game at 7:40 p.m. ET (see tickets at StubHub). Chicago managed to eclipse this number in the first inning of the series opener on Monday, erupting for eight runs en route to the 9-0 victory. It was the second time this season the Cubs scored eight times in a frame against the Pirates, as they also accomplished the feat in the second inning of their 21-0 home triumph on April 23.
Willson Contreras, who went 3-for-5 with three RBIs in that rout, had a memorable first inning on Monday. The 30-year-old Venezuelan led off with a double and belted a grand slam later in the frame to become the first Cub with two extra-base hits in an inning since Javier Baez on May 1, 2019. The slam was the 100th career homer for Contreras, who joined Gabby Hartnett and Jody Davis as the only Cubs catchers to reach the mark. Ian Happ went 3-for-3 in the series opener and is 4-for-13 lifetime against JT Brubaker, who allowed two runs over three frames in his start at Chicago on April 24.
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Industry veteran Kevin Hochman is leaving his post as KFC U.S.' president and chief concept officer to become CEO of Chili's and Maggiano's parent Brinker International.
Hochman, whose appointment is effective June 6, will replace retiring CEO Wyman Roberts, who will serve in an advisory role for 12 months.
Hochman joined Yum! Brands in January 2014 as CMO of KFC U.S. He served in that role until 2017, when he was appointed president and chief concept officer. From December 2019 to January 2022, he concurrently worked as president of Pizza Hut U.S. Prior to Yum!, Hochman spent more than 18 years at Procter & Gamble in various brand management and marketing roles.
"I am honored to be appointed Brinker's president and CEO and appreciate the support of Wyman and the Board," Hochman said in a statement. "I've been very impressed with our operations and technology and see huge potential for growing our iconic Chili's and Maggiano's brands. Brinker's mission is about making people feel special, and that's something I've tried to do throughout my career. I look forward to working with our Brinker team to accelerate growth by creating lasting and more frequent connections with our guests and team members."
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KFC has seen eight straight years of positive same-store sales, a streak that began when Hochman joined the company in 2014. In 2021, U.S. comps climbed 13 percent on a two-year basis, and digital sales skyrocketed 70 percent year-over-year, fueled by delivery and a recently launched e-commerce platform. The chicken chain also opened a net of four domestic units last year, which marked the chain's first year of positive unit development in 17 years. KFC is expected to see net unit growth again in 2022, with 25 percent of the pipeline being Next-Gen restaurants.
Hochman was responsible for the “Re-Colonelization” plan that infused life into the brand, as opposed to shaking things up and starting over. The company invested 100,000 hours of training on “colonel standards” and brought KFC’s quality back to the level people remembered.
At the same time, Hochman guided Pizza Hut through its transition into a primarily delivery/takeout business, meaning a significant makeover of the domestic footprint. The chain's U.S. business closed a net of 13 units in 2021, a stark improvement from the net of 745 closures in 2020—proof that the transformation is near completion. U.S. comps grew 9 percent in 2021 on a two-year stack.
"After an extended search for a successor, the Board is pleased to have Kevin serve as Brinker's next CEO," Joe DePinto, chairman of Brinker's board, said in a statement. "Kevin is a talented leader and innovative thinker with strategic vision, passion and a successful track record of building brands. We are confident he will create shareholder value and maintain the company's culture as we work to bring Chili's, Maggiano's and our virtual brands to even more Guests."
Wyman Roberts has served as president and CEO of Brinker since 2013 and in various other roles—president of Chili's, CMO of Brinker, president of Maggiano's—since August 2005.
Under Roberts, Chili's adjusted to COVID's curveball by launching virtual brand It's Just Wings in more than 1,000 locations nationwide simultaneously—the single-largest roll out of a virtual brand to-date. The chain's off-premises channel remains more than 200 percent above pre-pandemic comparisons, thanks to its growing delivery business. The casual-dining giant's same-store sales increased 10.3 percent year-over-year in Q3, and average weekly sales per restaurant was $58,700, which surpasses 2019 figures.
Roberts also oversaw the introduction of a new Team Service Evolution labor model and the testing of a robotic waiter to improve efficiency in the front of house.
"Since starting with Brinker 17 years ago, I have been inspired by the passion for making Guests feel special that our ChiliHeads, Maggiano's Teammates and BrinkerHeads bring to our restaurants every single day," Roberts said in a statement. "It has been a privilege to lead and be a part of this great company. I am impressed with Kevin's character and leadership skills, and I look forward to seeing him take our company to the next level of success as we make this transition." | https://www.qsrmagazine.com/employee-management/kfc-leader-kevin-hochman-become-ceo-chilis | 2022-05-17T17:38:47Z | https://www.qsrmagazine.com/employee-management/kfc-leader-kevin-hochman-become-ceo-chilis | true | 1 |
The first Galdosian I met was called Norberto Díaz Granados, he was Colombian and “in that remote time” his job was that of telenovela script writer.
Epigonos of Pedro Camacho, the immortal character of Aunt Julia and the writerby Mario Vargas LLosa: That was just what Díaz Granados and I were in Caracas at the end of the 70s of the last century: soap opera writers.
It happened that a president of the republic succeeded another of the opposing party – something that has not happened in Venezuela for almost a quarter of a century. A former news anchor, a former lover of the new president, used what remained of her influence, perhaps by way of severance pay, to fill some vacant positions on the payroll of the state television channel with friends.
A good friend of the former mistress was a young stage actress. She once had to play a character called Bibi and that’s how she stayed.
I should have said earlier that Bibi was a theater woman and not just an actress; a woman of integral theater: she designed sets and costumes; she appeared in the secondary cast of the forever incipient national cinema; She acted, production tasks did not slow her down and at that time she cultivated the desire to become a playwright and work as a television scriptwriter.
The directors of the channel cured their health—who wants to fight with someone who might reconcile with the Boss?—by giving Bibi a basic contract as a screenwriter. They counted on the fact that she would limit herself to collecting her salary fortnightly, without ever being seen on television, while she continued acting in plays by Enrique Buenaventura with a theater company subsidized by the Ministry of Culture. They were wrong from half to half: Bibi wanted to bring a work by Pérez Galdós to the small screen: Fortunate and Jacinta (1887).
That was why the management had called Don Norberto and me: Bibi had also requested experienced people like colilibretists. I did not personally know Don Norberto, a legendary name whose fame dated back to the days of radio. He liked me very well.
He didn’t know Bibi either, although he admired her from a distance for her beauty and her activity in the theater, but in a matter of minutes we all became friends forever. The glue was the frankness with which Bibi, when we were alone, confided in us, without pretense but obviously very concerned, that she had only seen Angelino Fons’s film (1969) once in her life, in which Emma Penella played Fortunata and Liana Orfei de Jacinta.
He had liked it so much that, without being able to explain why, he proposed to the channel to make a version of it. However, confronted with the four volumes of Editorial Losada that she borrowed, she realized that she was in a bind.
—I have only written very short sketches for sopohundred— she said sadly.
sopohundred It was an educational program for children.
—I don’t know where I got this adapting Fortunate and Jacinta. Pérez Galdós is a lot of nightgown pa’ Petra. It makes me very sad, it makes me want to give up.
Don Norberto said: “Let go of the pods: you need your job”. He took ownership of the case and went to talk to the managers. He came back very soon with a solution for Bibi. He had made them see that Bibi was a chamita [jovencita]talented, yes, but still very lol [poco experimentada] to run the two two hundred miles. She acted as if she were her agent and promised that in about ten days, Bibi would deliver an hour and a half of teletheater.
—Adapt them The letter [1927]by Somerset Maugham. At home I have a ream of versions. If you want, I’ll lend you the script for a radio play by Félix Pita Rodríguez, a Cuban author who never misses a beat. Now let me tell you about Pérez Galdós.
This is how my dealings with the colossal work of Benito Pérez Galdós began, a hobby that surely will never be extinguished because it is an incomprehensible literary mass. And it is that Don Norberto proposed to go to lunch at a trattoria of La Carlota and, making his way on foot, began a seminar on the work of Pérez Galdós that lasted the entire time that our friendship lasted.
His pomp and enthusiasm led me to read not only Fortunate and Jacintabut everything that bore his signature. Nazarin (1895) and Tristana (1892) were his favourites. I still have a copy of The Bringas (1884) that he gave me, before losing sight of him forever. Bibi died in Madrid, some years ago.
These memories, and many others, all close to the happy memory I have of Don Norberto, of my youth and of the first job I ever had and that I learned in a time without computers or “content managers”, have been assaulting me since that just a few days ago I finished reading The Still Gaze (by Pérez Galdós) (2022), by Mario Vargas Llosa. I don’t know how to review his book.
It happens to me with Vargas Llosa’s literary essays that I can remember not only the places where I came across them for the first time and the times I have read and reread them. Also the bit of page in which this or that unforgettable revelation appears.
When reading the still gaze I felt again that mix of emotion, astonishment, agreement, gratitude and desire to share in person with loved ones that I experienced reading for the first time The journey to fiction: the world of Juan Carlos Onetti (2008).
This time the same thing happened to me as when reading his novel the talker (1987), more than thirty years ago. Every so often she murmured: “Oh, if Don Norberto were still alive and could read this!”
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JUPITER, Fla., May 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- UF Health Jacksonville, Rendina Healthcare Real Estate ("Rendina"), and Seavest Healthcare Properties ("Seavest") have three free-standing emergency departments and urgent care centers currently under construction in the Jacksonville market. They will be UF Health Emergency & Urgent Care Center – New Kings ("New Kings"), UF Health Emergency & Urgent Care Center – Lane Avenue ("Lane"), and UF Health Emergency & Urgent Care Center – Baymeadows ("Baymeadows").
New Kings will be located at 11277 New Kings Road in Northwest Jacksonville. Lane will be located at 888 Lane Ave. S. in West Jacksonville. And Baymeadows will be located at the southeast corner of Interstate 295 and Baymeadows Road at 11251 Lamb Tail Lane. All projects will be fully leased by UF Health Jacksonville and are expected to be completed by the end of the year.
The three facilities will benefit from the combination of an emergency department and urgent care center under one roof — providing patients with the appropriate level of care without the burden of having to decide for themselves whether their condition should be treated in an emergency department or urgent care center. Intuitive Health, an essential partner in the projects, pioneered the patient-friendly model for the hybrid facilities.
"Our focus is on providing the best clinical care to patients in our service area in the most efficient way possible," said Steve Wylie, director of development for UF Health Jacksonville. "Combining emergency and urgent care in the same facility accomplishes this in a way that's tremendously convenient for our patients."
Rendina and Seavest were awarded the development role through a competitive, nationwide RFP process managed by Intuitive Health. Rendina is a national full-service developer of healthcare real estate headquartered in Jupiter, Florida. Seavest Healthcare Properties is a White Plains, New York-based healthcare real estate investment management firm. The two organizations will be co-owners of the project.
About Rendina Healthcare Real Estate
Rendina is a trusted national leader in Healthcare Real Estate, providing comprehensive solutions to our clients and giving back to the communities we serve. We assist hospitals and health systems in fulfilling growth and physician recruitment strategies by offering creative solutions for a variety of healthcare real estate initiatives. We have been a trusted partner to healthcare providers for more than 35 years and have developed more than 8.2 million square feet of healthcare real estate throughout the country. For media inquiries or questions, please contact Brian Butler, at 866-630-5055; or visit Rendina.com.
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Recently I wrote about five financial lessons I learned at Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey’s Clown College. But Clown College didn’t just offer financial lessons—it also offered valuable life lessons.
It was a topic I used to discuss with my students. For the last 16 years of my career, I taught college accounting courses. I encouraged the students to lead lives of reflection and learn from their experiences. I would share a short PowerPoint presentation, “Top 10 Life Lessons from Clown College.” I illustrated each lesson with pictures of clowns, acrobats or elephants. I hoped students would find it amusing. When I started teaching, I discovered—much to my surprise—that some students thought accounting was boring.
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1. We stand on the shoulders of giants. During its more than 130-year existence, Ringling Bros. named only four master clowns: Otto Griebling (born 1896), Lou Jacobs (1903), Bobby Kaye (1908) and Glen “Frosty” Little (1925). All four were early inductees into the International Clown Hall of Fame. The three younger ones were among the many instructors we had at Clown College when I attended in 1978. Clowns know that their work is much better when they’re taught by the best.
2. Appearances are important. A good, sturdy pair of all-leather, custom-made clown shoes costs at least $300. Professional clown wigs are handmade from yak hair. Clowns put a lot of time and effort into their costumes. Applying makeup often takes an hour. Good clowns spend the time and money to get everything right because they know that appearances are important.
3. The show must go on. The Flying Wallendas had a seven-person, three-high human pyramid walking a tightrope in Detroit in 1962 when the lead walker lost his balance and the pyramid collapsed. Two people fell to their death and a third was permanently paralyzed. All were family members. Karl Wallenda, the patriarch of the troupe, suffered several broken ribs. But the next day, he was back on the wire.
The nation’s greatest circus disaster was a fire in Hartford, Conn., on July 6, 1944. Flameproof canvas was reserved for America’s World War II effort. To ensure it was waterproof, the Ringling tent had been coated with paraffin. When fire engulfed the big top, 167 people were killed. Five circus officials were criminally charged, and all profits for the next several years went to restitution. Yet, within days of the fire, the circus was again performing.
When we face adversity, we often need to follow the advice of the now-famous maxim, “Keep calm and carry on.”
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4. It’s important to have contingency plans. Ringling used Jeep-like vehicles to move animal cages and prop wagons. During intermission at one show, these vehicles were moved into a circle around the big-cat cage that started the second half of the show. Each vehicle faced the cage and had a driver ready to turn on its headlights. A clown asked the performance director the reason for this unusual arrangement. The director replied, “Earlier today, this building lost power because of thunderstorms. Storms are still in the area. If we lose power again, I don’t want a performer in that cage in total darkness with all those animals.”
5. Almost anyone can master the basics. Decades ago, as an undergraduate, I taught juggling as a physical education class. As an accounting professor during the final years of my career, I also occasionally taught a phys ed juggling class. (My wife is quick to point out that I’d made absolutely no progress in 40 years.) I tell students that anyone can learn to juggle if they receive good instruction and they practice. I would provide the good instruction; they must provide the practice. The students did indeed learn to juggle.
6. To get good at something requires hard work. The first thing taught in juggling is the basic three-ball cascade. From there, a new juggler might learn to throw from different positions—under the opposing wrist, behind the back, under a leg. I enjoy juggling with a partner, exchanging balls at set times. A juggler can move on from balls to rings and clubs—even flaming clubs, something I can still do. All these skills require significant training and practice. Difficulty increases exponentially.
7. Pursue your dreams. Have long-term plans. I learned about Clown College while in high school when Ringling Bros. came to my hometown. Because I expressed interest, one of the clowns talked to me about Clown College and gave me an application. Seven years later, I was walking down the streets of New York City with a bag of juggling equipment in one hand and homemade stilts in the other, heading to an audition at Madison Square Garden.
8. Give credit where credit is due. In 1967, Irvin Feld bought Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey’s Circus from descendants of the original Ringling family. The circus had only 14 clowns, most of them older than 50. Feld said he knew that Ringling clowns could fall down, but he didn’t know if they’d be able to get back up. Within a year, he opened Clown College. During its 30-year existence, Clown College trained 1,400 clowns. Thanks to Feld, American clowning was reinvigorated.
9. We have different strengths and abilities. At Clown College, some people seemed to be natural musicians, and they formed a clown band. Some had a knack for unicycling or stilt walking, while others struggled with both. Some excelled at juggling or pie-throwing, others did not. That’s OK. The circus needs all of these skills, just as the world needs people who have all sorts of strengths and abilities.
10. What unites us is greater than what divides us. The circus routinely had acts from at least a dozen countries. Since its beginning, people who identify as LGBTQ have been part of the circus. Little people were always welcome. Many years ago, most clowns were white males. But over the past 50 years, the circus has had many talented female and Black clowns. The question always asked of a performer has not been about race, ethnicity or sexual orientation, but rather, “What can you bring to the show?”
This column first appeared on Humble Dollar. It was republished with permission.
Larry Sayler is the only person with a Wharton M.B.A. who also graduated from Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey’s Clown College. Earlier in his career, he served as CFO for three manufacturing and service organizations. For 17 years before his retirement, Larry taught accounting at a small Christian college in the Midwest. His previous articles include Gifts With Interest and Making a Difference. | https://www.marketwatch.com/story/10-things-being-a-clown-taught-me-about-life-11652741559 | 2022-05-17T17:44:55Z | https://www.marketwatch.com/story/10-things-being-a-clown-taught-me-about-life-11652741559 | true | 2 |
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Sault and Pickford schools receive grant to expand college access network
Sault Area High School and Pickford Public High School, along with eight other Michigan high schools, received grant money for programs to help students prepare for college.
The Michigan College Access Network (MCAN) is a state program with the main focus of making college more easily accessible and available to Michigan students. For over 10 years, MCAN has been giving grants and support to programs across Michigan and hosting training programs and events.
To help encourage students into college, MCAN created the Game Changer grant program. Ten schools were awarded a total of $9,294 to support their various programs.
Pickford and Sault schools each received $1,000 in grant money for their own secondary education programs. The schools were chosen because of their individual programs designed to help high school students have more successful secondary education opportunities.
In Pickford, students have access to the College and Career Corner.
The College and Career Corner is a recently developed project that gives students the resources they need to research and apply to the schools of their choice. If students need to learn how to fill out an application, need help writing essays, need help researching the best schools available to them, then school officials said the corner can help with that. The program also helps students realize their access not just to universities but trade schools and other secondary education programs.
"We're going to have some books that they can check out and other resources that they can use that would be super easy to use anytime one of our students has a question about life after high school or planning for different things after school," said Pickford school counselor Jessica Tibbitts. "They would have all of that just within easy access."
Students also have access to a program designed to help them choose the career paths that suit them best and the schools best suited to their career choices.
With the $1,000 in grant money, the school will now be able to expand their collection of resources and also be able to purchase a large monitor screen, which they hope will make these resources more accessible to students.
"Kids come to me, oftentimes for college application help, and I can direct them to that," said Tibbitts. "But then a lot of other kids come and they're like, 'I don't have any idea what I want to do, help me figure out what I want to do,' so I wanted to be able to just have a spot where any students, no matter what their questions were, they can have a spot where they can work, a spot where they can research and have support." | https://www.sooeveningnews.com/story/news/education/2022/05/17/sault-and-pickford-schools-receive-grant-expand-college-access-network/9791709002/ | 2022-05-17T17:46:16Z | https://www.sooeveningnews.com/story/news/education/2022/05/17/sault-and-pickford-schools-receive-grant-expand-college-access-network/9791709002/ | false | 2 |
MYDA Advisors LLC increased its holdings in shares of Archaea Energy Inc. (NYSE:LFG – Get Rating) by 75.0% during the fourth quarter, according to its most recent filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission. The firm owned 70,000 shares of the company’s stock after acquiring an additional 30,000 shares during the period. MYDA Advisors LLC owned approximately 0.06% of Archaea Energy worth $1,280,000 as of its most recent SEC filing.
A number of other hedge funds have also recently bought and sold shares of LFG. PNC Financial Services Group Inc. acquired a new stake in Archaea Energy in the 3rd quarter worth about $38,000. Alliancebernstein L.P. acquired a new stake in Archaea Energy in the 3rd quarter worth about $2,841,000. Citigroup Inc. purchased a new position in Archaea Energy in the 3rd quarter worth approximately $89,000. Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Public School Empls Retrmt SYS purchased a new position in Archaea Energy in the 3rd quarter worth approximately $294,000. Finally, Grantham Mayo Van Otterloo & Co. LLC purchased a new position in Archaea Energy in the 3rd quarter worth approximately $882,000. Institutional investors own 55.87% of the company’s stock.
In related news, Director Renewable Energy Systems Aria sold 14,942,643 shares of Archaea Energy stock in a transaction that occurred on Friday, March 25th. The shares were sold at an average price of $17.04, for a total value of $254,622,636.72. The transaction was disclosed in a filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which is available at the SEC website. 36.74% of the stock is currently owned by insiders.
Archaea Energy (NYSE:LFG – Get Rating) last released its quarterly earnings results on Tuesday, May 10th. The company reported ($0.28) EPS for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of $0.06 by ($0.34). The firm had revenue of $56.90 million for the quarter, compared to analysts’ expectations of $65.80 million. The business’s revenue for the quarter was up 3456.3% on a year-over-year basis. Equities research analysts predict that Archaea Energy Inc. will post 0.51 EPS for the current fiscal year.
LFG has been the topic of a number of research reports. Stifel Nicolaus initiated coverage on shares of Archaea Energy in a research note on Monday, March 7th. They issued a “buy” rating and a $37.00 target price on the stock. Citigroup decreased their target price on shares of Archaea Energy from $31.00 to $29.00 in a research note on Tuesday, January 18th. Finally, Zacks Investment Research raised shares of Archaea Energy from a “sell” rating to a “hold” rating in a research note on Tuesday, May 3rd. One investment analyst has rated the stock with a hold rating and four have given a buy rating to the company. According to data from MarketBeat, the company currently has an average rating of “Buy” and a consensus price target of $27.60.
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Archaea Energy Inc operates as a renewable natural gas (RNG) and renewable electricity producer in the United States. It owns and operates a diversified portfolio of 23 landfill gas recovery and processing projects across 12 states, including 13 projects that collectively generate approximately 177.3 MW of electric capacity and 10 projects that have capacity to produce approximately 27,480 million of British thermal units per day of pipeline-quality RNG.
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Bridgeworth LLC purchased a new stake in Office Properties Income Trust (NASDAQ:OPI – Get Rating) during the fourth quarter, according to its most recent 13F filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission. The fund purchased 12,926 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $321,000.
Several other institutional investors have also recently modified their holdings of the company. Citigroup Inc. lifted its holdings in shares of Office Properties Income Trust by 8.2% in the fourth quarter. Citigroup Inc. now owns 74,700 shares of the company’s stock valued at $1,856,000 after purchasing an additional 5,675 shares in the last quarter. Teacher Retirement System of Texas bought a new stake in shares of Office Properties Income Trust in the fourth quarter valued at about $233,000. B. Riley Wealth Management Inc. bought a new stake in shares of Office Properties Income Trust in the fourth quarter valued at about $336,000. Lazard Asset Management LLC acquired a new stake in shares of Office Properties Income Trust in the fourth quarter valued at about $34,000. Finally, Mitsubishi UFJ Trust & Banking Corp increased its position in shares of Office Properties Income Trust by 227.0% in the fourth quarter. Mitsubishi UFJ Trust & Banking Corp now owns 1,040 shares of the company’s stock valued at $26,000 after acquiring an additional 722 shares during the last quarter. Institutional investors own 74.41% of the company’s stock.
A number of analysts recently issued reports on the company. B. Riley lowered their target price on Office Properties Income Trust from $42.00 to $38.00 in a research report on Monday, May 2nd. Zacks Investment Research downgraded Office Properties Income Trust from a “hold” rating to a “sell” rating in a research report on Tuesday. Finally, StockNews.com raised Office Properties Income Trust from a “hold” rating to a “buy” rating in a research report on Wednesday, May 4th.
Office Properties Income Trust (NASDAQ:OPI – Get Rating) last announced its quarterly earnings results on Wednesday, February 16th. The company reported $0.35 earnings per share for the quarter, missing analysts’ consensus estimates of $1.06 by ($0.71). The business had revenue of $147.29 million for the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $145.32 million. Office Properties Income Trust had a negative return on equity of 3.97% and a negative net margin of 10.26%. During the same period last year, the firm earned $1.28 EPS. On average, analysts forecast that Office Properties Income Trust will post 4.75 earnings per share for the current year.
The firm also recently declared a quarterly dividend, which will be paid on Thursday, May 19th. Shareholders of record on Monday, April 25th will be given a dividend of $0.55 per share. This represents a $2.20 dividend on an annualized basis and a yield of 10.39%. The ex-dividend date is Friday, April 22nd. Office Properties Income Trust’s dividend payout ratio (DPR) is presently -178.86%.
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OPI is a REIT focused on owning, operating and leasing properties primarily leased to single tenants and those with high credit quality characteristics such as government entities. OPI is managed by the operating subsidiary of The RMR Group Inc (Nasdaq: RMR), an alternative asset management company that is headquartered in Newton, Massachusetts.
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Ireland’s Minister for Foreign Affairs Simon Coveney has said that he “deeply regrets” the British government’s decision to introduce legislation in the coming weeks that will disapply elements of the Northern Ireland Protocol.
The minister said in a statement that such unilateral action “is damaging to trust” and will only “make it more challenging to find solutions to the genuine concerns” that people in Northern Ireland have about how the Protocol is working.
“The path chosen by the British government is of great concern,” Mr Coveney said, noting that it comes at a time when there are calls for the executive to be re-established.
“The British and Irish Governments have a shared responsibility to support the institutions.
“This unilateral action is contrary to the wishes of people and business in Northern Ireland.”
Mr Coveney welcomed that Foreign Secretary Lis Truss expressed a preference for a negotiated solution with the EU, and said that the EU is “willing to resume talks with the UK at any time”.
European Commission Vice President Maros Sefcovic and representatives of the UK government have been engaged in negotiations a year to tweak the way in which the protocol works in practice.
The protocol, negotiated between the EU and UK as part of the Withdrawal Agreement, contains the post-Brexit trading arrangements for Northern Ireland in order to avoid a hard border on the island of Ireland.
“There is a basis for solutions to all of these issues in the package of proposals brought forward by the Commission last year,” Mr Coveney said.
“I have spoken to Vice-President Sefcovic and many of my EU counterparts in recent days and it is clear that the EU remains united in its commitment to Northern Ireland.” | https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/politics/4303151/simon-coveney-says-he-deeply-regrets-truss-legislation-to-disapply-parts-of-protocol/ | 2022-05-17T17:49:22Z | https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/politics/4303151/simon-coveney-says-he-deeply-regrets-truss-legislation-to-disapply-parts-of-protocol/ | true | 17 |
BOCA RATON, Fla. (AP) _ Greenlane Holdings Inc. (GNLN) on Tuesday reported a loss of $15.3 million in its first quarter.
The Boca Raton, Florida-based company said it had a loss of 17 cents per share.
The results missed Wall Street expectations. The average estimate of three analysts surveyed by Zacks Investment Research was for a loss of 9 cents per share.
The distributor of vaporizers and smoking accessories posted revenue of $46.5 million in the period, which also missed Street forecasts. Three analysts surveyed by Zacks expected $51.4 million.
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Calgary police say they have issued Canada-wide warrants for a man they believe is responsible for the death of a mother of young children after a shooting led to a crash.
Angela McKenzie, who was 40, was killed last week when a truck that was pursuing a sedan collided with her van and another car at an intersection in the city’s southeast.
Police say they have reviewed video surveillance cameras from the scene, talked to witnesses and processed the evidence collected.
They have issued seven Canada-wide warrants for 29-year-old Talal Amer.
McKenzie’s church pastor said last week that the woman was a mother of five children between the ages of nine and 17, and that the children lost their father to an illness in February.
The warrants for Amer include attempted murder, manslaughter, reckless discharge of a firearm and possession of a prohibited firearm.
“Based on the initial context from the scene, investigators believed that this incident may have been road-rage related,” police said in a news release Monday afternoon.
“However, after identifying the individuals involved and examining all evidence, we believe the shooting was targeted and that the driver of the (sedan) was the intended target. Occupants of the (sedan) did not exchange gunfire as previously thought.”
Amer is described as five-feet, 11-inches tall with brown eyes and brown hair.
Police allege Amer was the aggressor in pursuing the sedan and discharging a firearm before hitting McKenzie’s van.
“Our investigators have worked day and night to identify the person responsible for the tragic death of Ms. McKenzie,” said Staff Sgt. Sean Gregson of the homicide unit.
“This incident was a careless and senseless display of violence in our community.”
McKenzie’s mother, Sylvia McKenzie, issued a statement through police earlier Monday.
“Nobody expects to lose someone they love in an act so shocking it has people across Canada talking about it,” she says in the statement.
“Angela was our beacon of light, a feisty defender of her family and children, and the most generous person we have ever known. She saw joy and hope where others only found struggle.
“In our struggle to accept her death, Canadians, and especially Calgarians, have shown … a grace and generosity that matches that of our beloved daughter, sister, and mother. We see the beautiful soul of our community blossoming from this ugly act, and we get to experience the dignity of the world the way Angela always experienced it.”
—The Canadian Press
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IRVINE, Calif. (WXIN) – The joyous day is nearly upon us: Mexican Pizza will be back on the menu at Taco Bell on Thursday, but some fans can get it early.
The return was met with nationwide acclaim by Taco Bell devotees when it was announced in April.
Hundred of thousands petitioned the fast-food giant on social media and on Change.org when the pizza-quesadilla hybrid was originally taken off the menu in the fall of 2020.
And while everyone can order a Mexican Pizza on May 19, there is a select group that can get one on May 17 and May 18.
According to the company’s website, Taco Bell Rewards loyalty members get first dibs, two days ahead of the official comeback. It only applies to in-store/drive-thru pickup orders made via the Taco Bell mobile app. Members should check their local Taco Bell for availability.
The pizza-tostada hybrid, featuring pizza sauce, beans, cheese and other toppings layered on crispy tortillas, has developed quite a following over the years.
Then on Nov. 5, 2020, fans were dismayed to hear that Taco Bell was removing the Mexican Pizza from the menu to “[pave] the way for fresh new ideas.”
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Two Children Among Three People Killed In Barron Home Fire Thursday
Two children were among the three people killed when a home in Barron burned early Thursday morning. Barron County Sheriff Chris Fitzgerald...
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Nottingham Forest vs Sheffield United LIVE: Championship team news, line-ups and more
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Fulham were relegated from the top tier in 2021 but return refreshed and hopeful of making it back and equally Sheffield United no doubt enjoyed their spell in the Premier League too and are also keen to return.
West Bromwich Albion know what it takes to earn promotion from the Championship and will again be one of the favourites to do it again with one of the best squads in the division.
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New federally-sponsored study by Abt Associates shows $2.46 return to society as a whole for every $1 invested in Year Up and program's protective impact on earnings during COVID-19
BOSTON, May 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The nonprofit Year Up announced today the results of a new report by Abt Associates showing the program's net benefits to society grows larger each year. Over a seven-year study period, every $1.00 spent on Year Up produced a $2.46 benefit to society — up from $1.66 in the last report, which covered only five years.
Large, continuing earnings gains for Year Up participants drove the increase. Young adults (ages 18-24) assigned to the Year Up group continued to see sustained average annual earnings gains of nearly $8,000 relative to young adults assigned to a control group and directed to other community programs.
The earnings gains persisted throughout the economic downturn caused by COVID-19, which has had a disproportionate economic impact on young people of color, Year Up's student demographic. Greater access to jobs in Information Technology, Business and Financial Services was key to maintaining or increasing pre-pandemic earnings impacts for treatment compared to control group members.
"This report confirms that Year Up provides tremendous, long-term value not only to our students but to society at large," said Year Up Founder and CEO Gerald Chertavian.
Researchers found that Year Up's long-term earnings impacts are among the highest ever reported across all racial and ethnic groups; however, its impacts for Black and Hispanic/Latino individuals — who comprise the majority of Year Up students — are lower than those for non-Black, non-Hispanic participants.
"Year Up must build on its success and continue broadening its role with employers to help ensure our graduates can fulfill their potential throughout their careers," said Chertavian. "Forward-thinking leaders recognize that equitable recruitment, retention, and advancement practices are critical to maintaining top-performing businesses."
The study also found that Year Up participants were more likely to have jobs offering a full array of benefits, including health insurance, paid vacation holidays and sick days, as well as retirement or pension benefits — benefits that can add a significant amount to participants' overall compensation. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, as of December 2021, benefit costs accounted for 29.5 percent of employers' total compensation costs for private industry workers.
"The latest findings attest to the remarkable staying power of Year Up's benefits," said Abt's David Fein, the lead study author. "Our report also offers a series of suggestions for increasing equity and scale in future iterations of the program. The study is an example of how a rigorous evaluation can help both to prove a program's success and guide its improvement."
In Year Up's yearlong program model, participants receive six months of in-demand technical and professional skills training at no cost, followed by a six-month internship at a leading company such as JPMorgan Chase, Salesforce, and AT&T.
Students earn an educational stipend and college credits throughout the year, and receive wrap-around support services to help them complete the rigorous program. Nationwide, 80 percent of Year Up graduates are employed or attending college within four months of completing the program.
Year Up is one of nine programs Abt evaluated for the Pathways for Advancing Careers and Education (PACE) project sponsored by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Administration for Children and Families.
To read the full report, visit: https://www.acf.hhs.gov/opre/report/benefits-last-long-term-impact-and-cost-benefit-findings-year-up.
Abt's full portfolio of findings on Year Up can be found at: https://www.abtassociates.com/projects/evaluating-year-ups-programs-for-young-adults
About Year Up Inc.
Year Up is a national 501(c)3 workforce development organization committed to ensuring equitable access to economic opportunity, education, and justice for all young adults—no matter their background, income, or zip code. Year Up is offered at no cost to participants, and utilizes a high expectations, high support model where students learn in-demand technical and professional skills and apply them during a corporate internship. Year Up has served more than 36,000 young adults across 19 geographies since its founding in 2000 and has been voted one of the "Best Non-Profits to Work For" by The NonProfit Times. Nationwide, 80 percent of Year Up graduates are employed or attending college within four months of completing the program, with average starting salaries of $44,000/year. To learn more, visit www.yearup.org, and follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.
About Abt Associates
Abt Associates is a global consulting and research firm that uses data and bold thinking to improve the quality of people's lives. From combatting infectious disease and conducting rigorous program evaluations, to ensuring safe drinking water and promoting access to affordable housing - and more - Abt partners with clients and communities to tackle their most complex challenges.
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Stonegate Investment Group LLC acquired a new position in American International Group, Inc. (NYSE:AIG – Get Rating) in the 4th quarter, according to the company in its most recent filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The firm acquired 12,687 shares of the insurance provider’s stock, valued at approximately $721,000.
Several other hedge funds have also modified their holdings of AIG. Laurion Capital Management LP bought a new position in American International Group in the 3rd quarter worth $90,341,000. Allspring Global Investments Holdings LLC bought a new position in American International Group in the 4th quarter worth $69,194,000. Assenagon Asset Management S.A. raised its holdings in American International Group by 3,190.1% in the 4th quarter. Assenagon Asset Management S.A. now owns 601,455 shares of the insurance provider’s stock worth $34,199,000 after purchasing an additional 583,174 shares in the last quarter. Point72 Asset Management L.P. bought a new position in American International Group in the 3rd quarter worth $31,441,000. Finally, First Trust Advisors LP raised its holdings in American International Group by 572.3% in the 4th quarter. First Trust Advisors LP now owns 610,514 shares of the insurance provider’s stock worth $34,714,000 after purchasing an additional 519,708 shares in the last quarter. Hedge funds and other institutional investors own 92.57% of the company’s stock.
AIG traded up $1.68 during midday trading on Tuesday, hitting $60.32. 138,300 shares of the company traded hands, compared to its average volume of 5,345,428. The company has a quick ratio of 0.31, a current ratio of 0.31 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.52. The firm has a market capitalization of $47.78 billion, a PE ratio of 5.21, a price-to-earnings-growth ratio of 1.10 and a beta of 1.24. The company’s 50-day moving average is $61.15 and its 200 day moving average is $59.23. American International Group, Inc. has a 52 week low of $44.54 and a 52 week high of $65.73.
American International Group declared that its Board of Directors has authorized a stock buyback program on Tuesday, May 3rd that allows the company to repurchase $6.50 billion in outstanding shares. This repurchase authorization allows the insurance provider to buy up to 13.5% of its stock through open market purchases. Stock repurchase programs are often a sign that the company’s leadership believes its shares are undervalued.
The business also recently announced a quarterly dividend, which will be paid on Thursday, June 30th. Shareholders of record on Thursday, June 16th will be paid a dividend of $0.32 per share. This represents a $1.28 annualized dividend and a yield of 2.12%. The ex-dividend date is Wednesday, June 15th. American International Group’s dividend payout ratio is currently 11.07%.
A number of analysts have recently weighed in on the stock. Barclays upped their target price on shares of American International Group from $61.00 to $63.00 and gave the stock an “equal weight” rating in a research report on Tuesday, April 12th. Wolfe Research downgraded shares of American International Group from an “outperform” rating to a “market perform” rating and set a $65.00 target price on the stock. in a research report on Thursday, February 10th. StockNews.com raised shares of American International Group from a “hold” rating to a “buy” rating in a research report on Wednesday, May 11th. Finally, The Goldman Sachs Group reaffirmed a “buy” rating and issued a $81.00 target price on shares of American International Group in a research report on Tuesday, May 10th. Six analysts have rated the stock with a hold rating and four have given a buy rating to the company’s stock. According to MarketBeat.com, American International Group has a consensus rating of “Hold” and a consensus price target of $64.11.
American International Group Profile (Get Rating)
American International Group, Inc offers insurance products for commercial, institutional, and individual customers in North America and internationally. The company's General Insurance segment provides general liability, environmental, commercial automobile liability, workers' compensation, casualty, and crisis management insurance products; commercial, industrial, and energy-related property insurance; and aerospace, political risk, trade credit, portfolio solutions, crop, and marine insurance.
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The overnight low will be near 50 with the chance of showers and thunderstorms continuing. Winds could gust as high as 25 mph.
Wednesday is expected to be mostly sunny and breezy, with a high near 80 and a 20% chance of showers and thunderstorms after noon. Winds could gust as high as 21 mph. The overnight low will be near 50. Winds could gust as high as 20 mph.
Thursday is expected to be partly sunny and breezy, with a high near 88. Winds could gust as high as 32 mph. The overnight low will be near 39, with a 50% chance of showers and thunderstorms.
Friday is expected to be mostly cloudy and breezy, with a high near 52 and a 60% chance of showers, with thunderstorms also possible after noon. The overnight low will be near 31, with a chance of rain and snow showers.
Saturday is expected to be partly sunny, with a high near 56. The day will start with a slight chance of snow, followed by a slight chance of rain showers. The overnight low will be near 35.
Sunday is expected to be mostly sunny, with a high near 68. The overnight low will be near 43 with a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms.
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Houston Astros right-hander Jake Odorizzi collapsed with a leg injury while running to cover first base in the fifth inning Monday night against the Boston Red Sox and was taken off the Fenway Park field on a stretcher.
The team said he had "left lower leg discomfort," and manager Dusty Baker said Odorizzi would get an MRI. The pitcher was on crutches, wearing a boot and in good spirits after the game, Baker said.
"He's probably doing better than it looked like on the mound," Baker said.
Odorizzi, who entered the game with a 15 2/3 inning shutout streak, appeared to twist his left leg awkwardly on the delivery to Kike Hernandez. When he turned to cover first base, he took a step and then sprawled out, face down, on the grass.
He remained there after the out was recorded, and Astros staff rushed to tend to him. He was loaded onto a stretcher and wheeled off.
Odorizzi was 3-2 with a 3.13 ERA this season. Boston won the game 6-3. | https://www.nbcdfw.com/news/sports/astros-rhp-odorizzi-leaves-red-sox-game-on-stretcher/2970423/ | 2022-05-17T17:59:55Z | https://www.nbcdfw.com/news/sports/astros-rhp-odorizzi-leaves-red-sox-game-on-stretcher/2970423/ | false | 22 |
By Colin Kellaher
Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical Inc. on Tuesday said it has exclusively licensed ABO-102, a novel gene therapy in Phase 1/2 development for the rare genetic disorder Sanfilippo syndrome type A, from Abeona Therapeutics Inc.
Ultragenyx, a Novato, Calif., biopharmaceutical company, said it will assume responsibility for ABO-102, now known as UX111.
Abeona, a New York clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company, said it is eligible to receive tiered royalties of up to 10% on sales and up to $30 million in commercial milestone payments.
Ultragenyx said its expertise in Sanfilippo and gene- therapy clinical development makes for a seamless integration of the UX111 program, which it said has the potential to be its first gene therapy to market.
There are currently no approved treatments for Sanfilippo syndrome type A, a fatal disease with that primarily affects the central nervous system and is characterized by rapid neurodevelopmental and physical decline, often by age three.
Write to Colin Kellaher at colin.kellaher@wsj.com | https://www.marketwatch.com/story/ultragenyx-licenses-sanfilippo-program-from-abeona-rare-abeo-271652790128 | 2022-05-17T18:00:31Z | https://www.marketwatch.com/story/ultragenyx-licenses-sanfilippo-program-from-abeona-rare-abeo-271652790128 | false | 1 |
LATHROP, Mo. (AP) — A man who was recently released from prison has been charged with kidnapping and other felonies after authorities said he threatened to kill and severely beat a woman he met on a dating site, keeping her imprisoned for two days at his father’s home in northwestern Missouri.
Clinton County sheriff’s deputies arrested James Larson Jr., 39, on Saturday following a five-hour standoff at the home in Lathrop, television station WDAF reported. Deputies said they found Larson hiding inside a false wall in the home.
Authorities said the standoff began when a Kansas City woman escaped from the home and called 911 from a neighboring home. Officials said the woman had been severely beaten and deprived of food, and was hospitalized in critical condition with a brain bleed. No update on her condition was released Tuesday.
The woman told investigators she had been with Larson for a few days before he punched her, kicked her with steel toe boots and hit her in the head with an ice pick. She said he threatened to slit her throat if she called police.
Larson’s father told WDAF that the assault happened at his home, saying he returned to the home Saturday to find that his son had become violent and injured the woman. He said his son found a shotgun hidden in the home and threatened to kill his father, the woman and himself if police were called.
Larson and the woman had met a week earlier on a dating app, investigators said.
He had been released from prison just two weeks before the standoff, Clinton County Sheriff Larry Fish said.
Court documents show Larson has been charged with kidnapping, domestic assault, armed criminal action and unlawful possession of a gun. He's being held without bond. Online court documents do not list an attorney for Larson. | https://www.sheltonherald.com/news/article/Missouri-man-accused-of-holding-torturing-woman-17179135.php | 2022-05-17T18:00:50Z | https://www.sheltonherald.com/news/article/Missouri-man-accused-of-holding-torturing-woman-17179135.php | false | 13 |
Natasha Fyles was elected the new Chief Minister of the Northern Territory late last week, replacing Michael Gunner who announced his shock resignation just days before.
Fyles, the former health minister, was chosen as the replacement during a meeting of Labor’s caucus on Friday amid tensions between the party’s left and right factions.
Fyles is from the left faction and has become the second woman to be appointed Chief Minister in the Northern Territory. She is the 13th Chief Minister to serve the Northern Territory.
Her appointment to the top job comes as a bit of surprise, with many expecting Nicole Manison, Michael Gunner’s deputy from the right faction, to become chief minister.
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Who is Natasha Fyles?
“I’m a Territory girl through and through. I’ve put my hand up to serve because I love this place. I want to work every day to make it better,” Fyles told reporters on Friday.
Fyles, 43, was born in Darwin and grew up in the Northern Territory, joining the Labor Party at age 15. Before politics, she was a teacher.
Fyles became the member for Nightcliff in Darwin’s northern suburbs in 2012, which is considered Labor’s safest seat in the Territory. She has served as health minister, and attorney-general.
“It’s a bit of a shock, but an absolute privilege,” Fyles said on Friday.
“I know it’s a tough job, but I’m pretty tough. I’m Territory tough. There’ll be easy days, there’ll be hard days.
“I can’t promise everyday to make you happy, I can’t fix every problem overnight, but I can guarantee this: I will listen to you, I will always work my hardest for you, and I will always put the Territory first.”
Fyles said all Territory ministers will remain in their roles until the end of the parliamentary sitting week, and then there will be a reshuffle.
She said under her leadership, the government will be focused on creating jobs and growing the economy.
This article was first published by Women’s Agenda. | https://www.smartcompany.com.au/business-advice/politics/natasha-fyles-northern-territory-chief-minister/ | 2022-05-17T18:02:27Z | https://www.smartcompany.com.au/business-advice/politics/natasha-fyles-northern-territory-chief-minister/ | false | 1 |
Pearl Jam reunited with their original drummer, Dave Krusen, during their show in Fresno, California on Monday (May 16th).
With current drummer Matt Cameron still sidelined by COVID-19, Krusen filled in behind the kit for 10 of the 24 songs played by PJ. As Rolling Stone notes, while Krusen previously reunited with Pearl Jam as part of their induction into Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2017, it marked his first concert with the band in 31 years.
Appropriately, Krusen joined Pearl Jam on songs exclusively from Ten — the only album he appeared on. That included album cuts like “Once,” “Even Glow,” “Black,” “Jeremy,” “State of Love and Trust,” and “Alive.”
Cameron tested positive for COVID-19 last Thursday, and the band has relied on a number of different individuals to fill in for him. Both touring member Josh Klinghoffer and Richard Stuveru have each spent a significant amount of time behind the kit, while the band’s recent shows in Oakland featured an 18-year-old high school senior and a fan plucked from the audience as guest drummers.
Pearl Jam is due back on stage Wednesday night in Sacramento, California. You can purchase tickets to that show and the rest of PJ’s upcoming dates here. | https://consequence.net/2022/05/pearl-jam-dave-krusen-concert/ | 2022-05-17T18:05:44Z | https://consequence.net/2022/05/pearl-jam-dave-krusen-concert/ | true | 1 |
Regular travel and public health measures can't coexist: Canadian Airport Council
International arrivals at Canadian airports are so backed up, people are being kept on planes for over an hour after they land because there isn't physically enough space to hold the lineups of travellers, says the Canadian Airports Council.
The council blames COVID-19 protocols and has called on the federal government to do away with random tests and public health questions at customs to ease the serious delays passengers face when they arrive in Canada.
The extra steps mean it takes four times longer to process people as they arrive than it did before the pandemic, said the council's interim president Monette Pasher. That was fine when people weren't travelling, but now it's become a serious problem.
"We're seeing that we clearly cannot have these public health requirements and testing at our borders as we get back to regular travel," she said.
The situation is particularly bad at Canada's largest airport, Toronto Pearson International, where passengers on 120 flights were held in their planes Sunday waiting for their turn to get in line for customs.
Sometimes the wait is 20 minutes, other times it's over an hour, Pasher said.
Airports are simply not designed for customs to be such a lengthy process, she said, and the space is not available to accommodate people. The airport is also not the right place for COVID-19 tests, she said, especially since tests are rarely required in the community.
"Getting back to regular travel with these health protocols and testing in place, the two can't coexist without a significant pressure and strain on our system," Pasher said.
The health and transportation ministers did not immediately respond to a request for comment.
Public health measures have scaled up and down over the course of the pandemic as waves of the virus have come and gone. Right now, they are the least restrictive they have been in months, with vaccinated travellers tested only on a random basis.
Still, the requirements are out of step with peer countries, said Conservative transport critic Melissa Lantsman. She said she wants to know why the Canadian government is acting on advice that is different to that of other countries.
"We're effectively taking the government at their word that they are receiving advice and that they are acting on it, but they haven't shared any of that with the Canadian public," she said.
The lengthy delays at the airports send a negative message to travellers and she worries about the impact it will have on Canadian tourism as the industry struggles to get on its feet this season after the pandemic lull.
"It tells you to go elsewhere, that we're not open for business," she said.
This report by The Canadian Press was first published May 17, 2022.
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TORONTO, May 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Since the beginning of April 2022, the Ontario gambling market has been changed completely, following the appearance of the newly required gambling license issued by the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario.
CasinoBonusCA is the first online casino database that gathered figures for a preliminary report on the effects of these changes. Here's what they found out.
40% of gamblers don't register and deposit as frequently
Even though it has been less than two months since these implementations, CasinoBonusCA has crunched the numbers and discovered that as compared with the same timeframe in 2021, 40% fewer online gamblers signed up to casinos.
Continuing as a domino effect, if they don't sign up with a new account on online casino sites, that means that they don't get to make their first real-money deposit. Of course, these are just the first steps in a new era. These percentages are subject to change and will likely be altered in the future as more and more operators apply and receive the specific Ontario seal of approval.
Gamblers who deposit, however, are 1.5 times more likely to do so
From the decreased pool of customers that are actively making payments, their predilections changed.
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The framework has not been severely changed. A user needs to have accurate data linked to their account, use their own payment methods, and complete KYC (basic or detailed, operator-based rules apply) when they withdraw.
Comparison & review services will see steep a conversion decrease
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Ontario's AGCO licensing provisions now disallow them to promote online offers, which has always been a major pushing force for their services. This will result in a decline in their conversion rates.
CasinoBonusCA's algorithm projections say that the decrease will go to 40%, even slightly higher than that, compared with May 2021. Further insights on their research can be accessed at: https://casinobonusca.com/.
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Former Congresswoman Corrine Brown to change plea ahead of upcoming federal re-trial
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Former U.S. Congresswoman Corrine Brown is changing her not guilty plea in her upcoming retrial on fraud, corruption, and tax evasion charges, according to new documents.
Brown originally went to trial and was found guilty in May 2017 on 18 of 22 fraud charges which involved the solicitation of hundreds of thousands of dollars to a sham charity organization, using the money for personal expenses and lavish events instead.
The charges stem from the ties Brown and former Chief of Staff Ronnie Simmons have to an organization called “One Door for Education”.
Brown’s five-year prison sentence began on January 29, 2018. She served a little over two years before being released in April 2020 due to her age, COVID-19, and health concerns.
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In April 2020, Brown and her attorneys filed an emergency motion which claimed that she suffered from several ailments, including “hypertension, thyroid removed, diabetes, heart murmur, acid reflux, sleep apnea, and cataracts.” That same month Brown was released from federal prison due to coronavirus concerns.
In September 2020, the 11th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals vacated an earlier decision by a three-judge panel, which upheld her federal fraud convictions, and agreed to rehear the case in full court. Brown was released from home confinement in October 2020.
In December 2020, prosecutors asked the U.S. Court of Appeals to uphold Brown’s federal fraud convictions.
An appellate court reversed Brown’s conviction in May 2021. The court said in the filing, “We vacate Brown’s convictions and sentence and remand for a new trial.”
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Here is how you can order a free COVID-19 test:
Visit COVIDTests.gov or call 1-800-232-0233.
Each household is eligible for up to eight additional tests.
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Although not mandated, the CDC continues to recommend the use of masks while using indoor public transit, including planes, buses and trains. | https://www.wtkr.com/news/national/coronavirus/cdc-covid-19-testing-before-flying-domestically-now-recommended | 2022-05-17T18:12:51Z | https://www.wtkr.com/news/national/coronavirus/cdc-covid-19-testing-before-flying-domestically-now-recommended | false | 10 |
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — A Louisville woman has filed for an emergency protective order against Cleveland Cavaliers guard Rajon Rondo and alleges the former Kentucky star brandished a gun and threatened her life.
The woman alleges Rondo “became enraged” last week and filed for the EPO on Friday in Jefferson County Family Court, news outlets reported. She says in the EPO that Rondo was playing video games with a child when she asked the child to finish separating his laundry so she could wash the family’s clothes.
When the child got up to do so, she said Rondo ripped the video game console out of the wall, went downstairs, smashed a teacup plate, knocked over several water bottles and began yelling and cursing. According to the EPO, Rondo then went outside and knocked over the trash cans, stomped on the landscaping lights and drove his car onto the lawn.
When the woman confronted Rondo, the EPO continued, he said, “You’re dead.” After briefly leaving the house, Rondo came back and beat on a window with a gun. The woman said in the EPO that the player was yelling at the kids, asking them why they were scared of him while he had a gun in his hand.
The woman called former interim Louisville Metro Police chief Yvette Gentry, who eventually arrived at the house. However, the woman said Rondo wouldn’t allow Gentry inside. The woman said she locked herself in the house with the kids, and Gentry eventually told her Rondo had left and she had his gun.
Two days after the alleged incident occurred, a judge granted the woman the protective order. The judge ordered Rondo not to communicate and to stay at least 500 feet away from her.
Rondo played 39 games last season between the Cavaliers and Los Angeles Lakers. He has played with eight other NBA clubs, including the Boston Celtics from 2006-14 after being drafted 21st overall in 2006.
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BC Ferries is gearing up for the hundreds of thousands of passengers it expects to transport over the May long weekend with extra sailings and staff.
It said Monday (May 17) it’s recently hired 500 new employees and is aiming to reduce weekend waits with 110 additional sailings.
The majority of them will be devoted to BC Ferries’ busiest route between Tsawwassen and Swartz Bay. There, 74 sailings have been added, including 6 a.m. trips on May 19, 20, 21 and 24.
Another 25 sailings will go to the Horseshoe Bay–Departure Bay route, and the remaining extra 11 will be used between Horseshoe Bay and Langdale.
Despite the additions, vehicle reservations for the main routes are almost entirely booked as of Tuesday. BC Ferries suggests that anyone who is able to travels at off-peak days and times.
It also recommends travellers carpool or walk on as passengers, if possible, and arrive early even if they have booked in advance.
BC Ferries said over the course of the weekend it expects to run about 2,400 sailings, transporting 300,000 passengers and 100,000 vehicles. It expects those passengers to consume around 20,000 burgers, 5,000 bowls of ice cream and 21,000 cups of coffee.
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CA Phoenix AZ Zone Forecast for Monday, May 16, 2022
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282 FPUS55 KPSR 171112
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Zone Forecast Product for Southwest Arizona/Southeast California
National Weather Service Phoenix AZ
412 AM MST Tue May 17 2022
This is an automatically generated product that provides average
values for large geographical areas and may not be representative
of the exact location that you are interested in. For a more site
specific forecast, please visit weather.gov/phoenix and either
(1) Select a location from the dropdown menu above the map or
(2) Click a location on the map. You can refine your selection by
clicking on the map displayed on the resulting page.
AZZ537-540-542>544-546-548-550-551-172300-
Northwest Valley-Buckeye/Avondale-Deer Valley-Central Phoenix-
North Phoenix/Glendale-Scottsdale/Paradise Valley-East Valley-
South Mountain/Ahwatukee-Southeast Valley/Queen Creek-
Including the cities of Circle City, Surprise, Wittmann, Beardsley,
Sun City West, Avondale, Cashion, Goodyear, Liberty, Peoria, Phoenix,
Paradise Valley, Mesa, Chandler, Tempe, Gilbert, Sun Lakes,
and Queen Creek
412 AM MST Tue May 17 2022
.TODAY...Sunny. Highs 97 to 101. Southeast wind 5 to 10 mph in the
morning becoming southwest 10 to 15 mph in the afternoon.
.TONIGHT...Clear. Lows 65 to 74. Southwest wind 10 to 15 mph in the
evening becoming northeast 5 to 10 mph after midnight.
.WEDNESDAY...Sunny. Highs 96 to 100. Southeast wind around 5 mph in
the morning becoming southwest 5 to 10 mph in the afternoon.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Clear. Lows 65 to 73. West wind 5 to 10 mph.
.THURSDAY...Sunny. Highs 96 to 100. South wind 5 to 10 mph in the
morning becoming southwest 10 to 15 mph in the afternoon.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Clear. Lows in the mid 60s to lower 70s.
.FRIDAY...Sunny. Highs in the mid to upper 90s.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Clear. Lows in the mid 60s to lower 70s.
.SATURDAY...Sunny. Highs in the mid to upper 90s.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Clear. Lows in the mid 60s to lower 70s.
.SUNDAY...Sunny. Highs 97 to 102.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Clear. Lows in the upper 60s to mid 70s.
.MONDAY...Sunny. Highs 99 to 104.
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AZZ541-549-555-172300-
Cave Creek/New River-Fountain Hills/East Mesa-
Apache Junction/Gold Canyon-
Including the cities of Scottsdale, Fountain Hills,
and Apache Junction
412 AM MST Tue May 17 2022
.TODAY...Sunny. Highs 95 to 100. Southeast wind 5 to 10 mph in the
morning becoming southwest in the afternoon.
.TONIGHT...Clear. Lows 60 to 70. West wind 10 to 15 mph in the
evening becoming east around 5 mph after midnight.
.WEDNESDAY...Sunny. Highs 95 to 100. Southeast wind around 5 mph in
the morning becoming southwest 5 to 10 mph in the afternoon.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Clear. Lows 60 to 70. West wind 5 to 10 mph in the
evening becoming northeast around 5 mph after midnight.
.THURSDAY...Sunny. Highs 94 to 99. South wind 5 to 10 mph in the
morning becoming southwest 5 to 15 mph in the afternoon.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Clear. Lows in the upper 50s to upper 60s.
.FRIDAY...Sunny. Highs in the mid to upper 90s.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Clear. Lows in the upper 50s to upper 60s.
.SATURDAY...Sunny. Highs in the mid to upper 90s.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Clear. Lows 60 to 70.
.SUNDAY...Sunny and warmer. Highs 97 to 102.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Clear. Lows in the lower 60s to lower 70s.
.MONDAY...Sunny. Highs 98 to 103.
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AZZ553-554-172300-
Northwest Pinal County-West Pinal County-
Including the cities of Casa Grande, Cactus Forest, Florence,
and Coolidge
412 AM MST Tue May 17 2022
.TODAY...Sunny. Highs 99 to 104. Southwest wind 5 to 15 mph.
.TONIGHT...Clear. Lows 59 to 69. Southwest wind 10 to 15 mph in the
evening becoming southeast 5 to 10 mph after midnight.
.WEDNESDAY...Sunny. Highs 96 to 101. Southeast wind around 5 mph in
the morning becoming southwest 5 to 10 mph in the afternoon.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Clear. Lows 60 to 70. West wind 5 to 10 mph in the
evening becoming south after midnight.
.THURSDAY...Sunny. Highs 96 to 101. Southwest wind 5 to 15 mph.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Clear. Lows in the upper 50s to upper 60s.
.FRIDAY...Sunny. Highs in the mid to upper 90s.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Clear. Lows in the upper 50s to upper 60s.
.SATURDAY...Sunny. Highs in the mid to upper 90s.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Clear. Lows in the upper 50s to upper 60s.
.SUNDAY...Sunny. Highs 98 to 103.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Clear. Lows in the lower 60s to lower 70s.
.MONDAY...Sunny. Highs 99 to 104.
$$
CAZ566-172300-
Imperial County West-
Including the cities of Coolidge Springs, Salton City, Winona,
Coyote Wells, Ocotillo, and Plaster City
412 AM PDT Tue May 17 2022
.TODAY...Sunny and windy. Highs 99 to 104. West wind 5 to 10 mph in
the morning becoming southwest 15 to 25 mph in the afternoon. Gusts
up to 35 mph in the afternoon.
.TONIGHT...Clear and windy. Lows 61 to 71. West wind 15 to 25 mph in
the evening becoming southwest 10 to 15 mph after midnight. Gusts up
to 35 mph in the evening.
.WEDNESDAY...Sunny. Highs 97 to 102. East wind 5 to 10 mph.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Clear. Lows 65 to 75. South wind 5 to 10 mph in
the evening becoming west after midnight.
.THURSDAY...Sunny and hot. Highs 100 to 105. East wind 5 to 10 mph in
the morning becoming south 5 to 15 mph in the afternoon.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Clear. Lows in the lower 60s to lower 70s.
.FRIDAY...Sunny. Highs 97 to 102.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Clear. Lows in the lower 60s to lower 70s.
.SATURDAY...Sunny. Highs in the mid to upper 90s.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Clear. Lows in the lower 60s to lower 70s.
.SUNDAY...Sunny. Highs 98 to 103.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Clear. Lows in the mid 60s to mid 70s.
.MONDAY...Sunny and hot. Highs 104 to 109.
$$
CAZ562-172300-
Imperial County Southwest-
Including the city of Mountain Spring
412 AM PDT Tue May 17 2022
.TODAY...Sunny and windy. Highs 97 to 102. Southwest wind 20 to
30 mph. Gusts up to 40 mph.
.TONIGHT...Clear and windy. Lows 65 to 75. Southwest wind 20 to
30 mph. Gusts up to 45 mph.
.WEDNESDAY...Sunny. Highs 97 to 102. Northeast wind 5 to 15 mph.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Clear. Lows 68 to 78. Southwest wind 10 to 20 mph.
.THURSDAY...Sunny, breezy and hot. Highs 100 to 105. Northeast wind
10 to 15 mph in the morning becoming south 10 to 20 mph in the
afternoon. Gusts up to 30 mph in the afternoon.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Clear and breezy. Lows in the mid 60s to mid 70s.
.FRIDAY...Sunny. Not as warm. Highs 95 to 100.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Clear. Lows in the mid 60s to mid 70s.
.SATURDAY...Sunny. Highs in the mid to upper 90s.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Clear. Lows in the mid 60s to mid 70s.
.SUNDAY...Sunny. Highs 97 to 102.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Clear. Lows in the upper 60s to upper 70s.
.MONDAY...Sunny and hot. Highs 101 to 106.
$$
CAZ560-561-172300-
Joshua Tree NP West-Joshua Tree NP East-
Including the cities of Cottonwood Visitor and Lost Horse-Keys
Village
412 AM PDT Tue May 17 2022
.TODAY...Sunny. Highs 86 to 96. Southwest wind 5 to 15 mph.
.TONIGHT...Clear. Lows 60 to 70. West wind 5 to 15 mph.
.WEDNESDAY...Sunny. Highs 87 to 97. Northeast wind 5 to 10 mph in the
morning becoming southeast in the afternoon.
.WEDNESDAY NIGHT...Clear. Lows 62 to 72. Southwest wind 5 to 10 mph.
.THURSDAY...Sunny. Highs 89 to 99. Southwest wind 10 to 15 mph.
.THURSDAY NIGHT...Clear. Lows in the upper 50s to upper 60s.
.FRIDAY...Sunny. Not as warm. Highs in the mid 80s to mid 90s.
.FRIDAY NIGHT...Clear. Lows in the upper 50s to upper 60s.
.SATURDAY...Sunny. Highs in the mid 80s to mid 90s.
.SATURDAY NIGHT...Clear. Lows 60 to 70.
.SUNDAY...Sunny. Highs in the upper 80s to upper 90s.
.SUNDAY NIGHT...Clear. Lows in the lower 60s to lower 70s.
.MONDAY...Sunny. Highs 92 to 102.
$$
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KOCHI: Mavelikkara P Subramaniam admires Ronaldinho, who used to weave magic with his feet and hold fans spellbound. Speaking about music, he says, it is the flamboyance of the ever-smiling Brazilian football ace as well as the rapture he draws and passes on to the spectators that one finds charming.
A puritan’s favourite, Subramaniam’s reference to Ronaldinho may make pique curiosity at once. And he says: “It’s within the rules of the game and a boundary that he executes his brilliant innovations. That makes it interesting. It’s the same with Carnatic music. Compared with other genres, Carnatic music insists you to remain in a certain framework. But when you evolve and enchant listeners with your improvisations, sticking strongly to the basics, it’s sheer joy.”
His concept of music has always stood out and the Kerala Sangeetha Nataka Akademi was the latest to acknowledge it, by presenting him with a fellowship for lifetime contribution. He received the citation from Culture Minister Saji Cherian at an event last week.
“Music is a lifeline, it has been my oxygen. I started learning music at the age of six and my day begins with a prayer song, prostration before the legends and my gurus, and a resolve to learn something new,” says Subramaniam, sitting at his house named after his favourite raga, ‘Sivasakthi’, in Tripunithura.
He has been living in the temple town since joining the RLV College of Music and Fine Arts as a music teacher on December 5, 1981. He had stints also at Swathithirunal College of Music, from where he earned his Ganabhooshanam and Ganapraveena certificates.
It’s the ‘feel’, they say, about Subrahmaniam’s rendition, which is “mellifluous and soothing”. He never compromised on compositions of great gurus, but gave them different dimensions as he evolved. As he put it, emotions were allowed to prevail over intelligence. The strong expression of love for everything that is eternal runs through his singing, while true devotion remains its ultimate aim.
Subramaniam’s compositions, too, have that signature. Once while returning in a train after a concert in Mumbai, a sight of vast greenery exhilarated him. The image of Lord Krishna came to his mind and he composed the krithi “Marakatha Manivanna Maayakanna” in the Rageshri raga.
Born in Mavelikkara to S Padmanabha Iyer and Mavelikkara Ponnammal, a renowned singer and Harikatha presenter, on September 9, 1956, Subramaniam learned Carnatic music first from his mother and later from Mavelikkara Prabhakara Varma.
He starts most of his mornings with a varnam of Lalgudi Jayarman, mostly Arunodayame in Bowli raga. His ears note only the brimming profoundness in the singing of Mehdi Hassan, Keith Whitley and G N Balasubramaniam, rather than the difference in genres. Same is the case when it comes to composers such as Madan Mohan, O P Nayyar, Ilayaraja and A R Rahman.
After all, it’s the nuances that give a musician the identity. Regarding Subramaniam, that soothing feeling of ecstasy. | https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/kochi/2022/may/17/ronaldinhoesque-ragas-2454340.html | 2022-05-17T18:17:25Z | https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/kochi/2022/may/17/ronaldinhoesque-ragas-2454340.html | false | 1 |
KE Holdings Inc. (NYSE:BEKE – Get Rating) has received an average rating of “Buy” from the nine analysts that are presently covering the firm, Marketbeat reports. Four analysts have rated the stock with a hold rating and five have issued a buy rating on the company. The average twelve-month price target among brokers that have issued a report on the stock in the last year is $23.53.
Several equities research analysts recently weighed in on the stock. Barclays reduced their price objective on shares of KE from $29.00 to $24.00 and set an “overweight” rating for the company in a report on Friday, March 11th. Zacks Investment Research raised shares of KE from a “strong sell” rating to a “hold” rating in a report on Wednesday, May 11th. JPMorgan Chase & Co. raised shares of KE from an “underweight” rating to a “neutral” rating and upped their price target for the company from $7.50 to $13.50 in a report on Monday. Morgan Stanley raised shares of KE from an “equal weight” rating to an “overweight” rating and cut their price target for the company from $23.00 to $16.00 in a report on Wednesday, March 16th. Finally, HSBC raised shares of KE from a “reduce” rating to a “hold” rating in a research note on Monday, January 31st.
A number of large investors have recently added to or reduced their stakes in BEKE. Morgan Stanley increased its holdings in KE by 1,656.4% in the third quarter. Morgan Stanley now owns 21,970,325 shares of the company’s stock worth $401,178,000 after buying an additional 20,719,482 shares during the last quarter. Lone Pine Capital LLC grew its holdings in KE by 131.1% during the third quarter. Lone Pine Capital LLC now owns 30,201,786 shares of the company’s stock valued at $551,485,000 after purchasing an additional 17,132,569 shares during the last quarter. D1 Capital Partners L.P. grew its holdings in KE by 338.2% during the fourth quarter. D1 Capital Partners L.P. now owns 17,007,004 shares of the company’s stock valued at $342,181,000 after purchasing an additional 13,126,220 shares during the last quarter. SC US Ttgp LTD. acquired a new position in KE during the fourth quarter valued at approximately $220,614,000. Finally, Viking Global Investors LP grew its holdings in KE by 360.2% during the first quarter. Viking Global Investors LP now owns 13,440,125 shares of the company’s stock valued at $166,254,000 after purchasing an additional 10,519,869 shares during the last quarter. Hedge funds and other institutional investors own 35.00% of the company’s stock.
KE (NYSE:BEKE – Get Rating) last released its quarterly earnings results on Wednesday, March 9th. The company reported ($0.12) EPS for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of ($0.11) by ($0.01). The firm had revenue of $17.79 billion for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $15.95 billion. KE had a negative return on equity of 0.81% and a negative net margin of 0.69%. The firm’s revenue was down 21.5% on a year-over-year basis. During the same quarter in the prior year, the company posted $0.14 EPS. Sell-side analysts expect that KE will post 0.06 EPS for the current fiscal year.
KE Company Profile (Get Rating)
KE Holdings Inc, through its subsidiaries, engages in operating an integrated online and offline platform for housing transactions and services in the People's Republic of China. The company operates in three segments: Existing Home Transaction Services, New Home Transaction Services, and Emerging and Other Services.
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The opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Lagos State has got a new secretariat for the running of the party’s activities.
The Chapter’s Publicity Secretary, Hakeem Amode, in a statement issued Tuesday in Lagos, indicated that the party’s new secretariat is now situated at No 132b, Agege Motor Road, Old Abeokuta Road.
“The party has relocated its secretariat from Adekunle Fajuyi GRA Ikeja to 132b Agege Motor road, Old Abeokuta Road, next to Total Filling Station, Zik Bus Stop.
According to him, the move to a new secretariat became necessary due to the need for more space.
Amode, therefore, urged all correspondence to be directed to the new address and noted that henceforth all party activities will take place at the new secretariat. | https://theeagleonline.com.ng/pdp-gets-new-secretariat-in-lagos/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=pdp-gets-new-secretariat-in-lagos | 2022-05-17T18:23:53Z | https://theeagleonline.com.ng/pdp-gets-new-secretariat-in-lagos/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=pdp-gets-new-secretariat-in-lagos | true | null |
BBC Concert Orchestra takes to the stage in Great Yarmouth
- Published
The BBC Concert Orchestra played a sold-out performance as part of its new residency in Norfolk on Monday.
St George's Theatre in Great Yarmouth hosted the orchestra's seaside-inspired music for an audience of 300 people.
Music from Singin' in the Rain, Pirates of the Caribbean and The Little Mermaid featured alongside classics.
The orchestra also performed twice in the day for children from local primary schools to try to inspire them.
The evening show featured a "thundering performance" of East Anglian composer Benjamin Britten's Storm, said Melanie Fryer, learning project manager for BBC Concert Orchestra.
She added it was a "riotous ride" listening to The Curse of the Black Pearl from The Pirates of the Caribbean, and the audience were "almost up on their feet" for Under the Sea from The Little Mermaid.
"It was wonderful to see the musicians having a great time on stage and sounding fantastic. The audience reactions were riotous at times and we sent away many smiling faces," she said.
'Screams of appreciation'
The orchestra performed during the day for children from all eight primary schools in Great Yarmouth.
The 500 children experienced an "environmental-themed adventure", Ms Fryer said.
They travelled around the world through music, listening to Mendelssohn's The Hebrides, Raymond Scott's The Penguin and Tchaikovsky's Arabian Dance.
She said it was "a concert full of dancing, laughter, and child-level screams of appreciation".
We must be playing Raymond Scott's 'The Penguin', of course! 🐧 👏 @alasdairmalloy#CreateYarmouth #musiceducation @OrchestrasLive @NMHub @StGeorgesGY pic.twitter.com/Uun3aL7SxG
— BBC Concert Orchestra (@BBCCO) May 16, 2022
The orchestra is involved with Create Yarmouth, the project run by the charity Orchestras Live, which aims to engage young people and adults in music events and creative projects.
The BBC Concert Orchestra's residency in Great Yarmouth builds on its work in learning and participation, which includes its role in the BBC Ten Pieces programme and the BBC Young Composer competition.
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WASHINGTON, D.C. (WJW) – Crib bumpers and inclined sleepers blamed in more than 200 baby deaths will soon be banned.
President Joe Biden signed legislation Monday that prohibits the manufacture or sale of some infant sleep products. Companies have 180 days to comply with the new law.
Infants’ noses and mouths can be covered by a bumper or stuck between the bumper and a crib mattress, which can cause babies to suffocate. According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, there were 113 baby deaths involving crib bumpers from 1990 through March 2019.
More than 100 infants have died in inclined sleepers, according to the CPSC.
Ohio U.S. Sen. Rob Portman was one of the sponsors of the bipartisan bill.
Portman and Illinois Sen. Tammy Duckworth introduced the legislation in April 2021.
“The use of padded crib bumpers poses an unnecessary threat to the health and safety of infants everywhere, there is no reason the sale of these items should continue,” Sen. Portman said in a press release.
The “Safe Sleep for Babies Act of 2021” was endorsed by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), Kids in Danger and Consumer Federation of American and Breathable Baby, according to a press release from Portman’s office.
Ohio banned the sale of traditional crib bumpers in 2017.
AAP’s guidance for parents for safe sleep for infants is a firm, flat, clutter-free mattress with a taut sheet, no blankets, pillows, crib bumpers or stuffed animals | https://www.wdtn.com/nexstar-media-wire/crib-bumper-ban-products-blamed-in-baby-deaths-can-no-longer-be-sold/ | 2022-05-17T18:24:41Z | https://www.wdtn.com/nexstar-media-wire/crib-bumper-ban-products-blamed-in-baby-deaths-can-no-longer-be-sold/ | false | 36 |
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Former Florida Secretary of State Laurel Lee on Tuesday joined a growing Republican field of candidates in the redrawn Congressional District 15, which covers parts of Hillsborough, Pasco and Polk counties.
Lee stepped down as secretary of state, effective Monday, and her entry into the congressional race came a day after a similar announcement by state Senate Appropriations Chairwoman Kelli Stargel, R-Lakeland.
Others who have said they plan to run for the seat include state Rep. Jackie Toledo, R-Tampa, and former U.S. Rep. Dennis Ross, a Lakeland Republican.
In a news release, Lee pointed to the need for “more conservatives” to serve in Washington, D.C.
“Skyrocketing gas prices, government overreach at every turn, a failed commitment to our military and securing our borders, and now, disturbing trends from government thinking they know what is best for our children and families,” Lee said in a statement.
Lee was appointed Secretary of State by Gov. Ron DeSantis in January 2019. Lee previously served as a Hillsborough County circuit judge and is married to former state Senate President Tom Lee. She submitted her resignation last week, with DeSantis appointing state Rep. Cord Byrd, R-Neptune Beach, to succeed her.
A redistricting plan approved last month by state lawmakers indicates the redrawn District 15 favors Republicans. In 2020, 50.86% of voters in the district supported former Republican President Donald Trump and 47.74% backed Democratic President Joe Biden.
The redistricting plan continues to face state and federal court challenges. | https://www.news4jax.com/news/florida/2022/05/17/former-florida-secretary-of-state-laurel-lee-announces-congressional-bid/ | 2022-05-17T18:29:33Z | https://www.news4jax.com/news/florida/2022/05/17/former-florida-secretary-of-state-laurel-lee-announces-congressional-bid/ | false | 2 |
The New York Times columnist says the stroke forced him to choose: He could focus on what had been lost, or on what remained. His memoir is The Beauty of Dusk. Originally broadcast March 22, 2022.
Copyright 2022 Fresh Air
The New York Times columnist says the stroke forced him to choose: He could focus on what had been lost, or on what remained. His memoir is The Beauty of Dusk. Originally broadcast March 22, 2022.
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News broke this week that Drew Brees, who retired from the NFL prior to the 2021 season after 20 years in the league, that he is out at NBC after one year as a Sunday Night Football studio analyst and Notre Dame on NBC commentator.
And then, Brees himself tweeted that he hasn’t actually made a decision one way or another. In his tweet Brees said, “I’m currently undecided. I may work for NBC, I may play football again, I may focus on business and philanthropy, I may train for the pickleball tour, senior golf tour, coach my kids or all of the above. I’ll let you know.”
So could Drew Brees actually make a comeback to the NFL? Notable stars who have come out of retirement to play includes Tom Brady, Randy Moss, Brett Favre, Marshawn Lynch, among others.
On Tuesday's Locked On NFL podcast, Locked On Saints podcast host Ross Jackson and Locked On Vikings podcast host Luke Braun discussed.
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“I never say never when it comes to the NFL,” Locked On Saints host Ross Jackson said. “Tom Brady’s retirement lasted all of 47 seconds. I think this is the closest I’ve ever been to saying no, absolutely not, never when it comes to potential NFL news. You know how hard you have to push me to speak in absolutes?”
“I take it that-that news was not supposed to come out and Brees was a little peeved about it, whether it’s inaccurate or it’s premature,” Jackson said. “The one thing that everyone took from that tweet was the innocuous, ‘I might play football again.’ And now, people are seriously considering, like Seahawks fans, wanting Brees to come back to the NFL.”
Braun said he doesn't think Brees could be productive if he returned, given his injury history and play at the end of his career.
“All I can think about is 10 years ago Donovan McNabb, last year of his career, played for the Vikings and got benched for Christian Ponder,” Locked On Vikings host Luke Braun said. “Like how bad do you have to be for that. And I’m just like go coach your kids man, go play pickleball, those are great ideas.”
Jackson said he would bet more money on Brees playing pickleball than returning to the NFL.
“His wife Brittany, after he retired, took to Instagram and laid out all the injuries that guy went through in 2020 and the ridiculous amount of stuff he had to put his body through,” Jackson said.
Jackson also said with the layout of the Saints offense and wide receiver corps now, they’re not worried about yards after catch anymore, they’re concerned with air yards, meaning longer passes.
“So now you’ve built this team around Jameis Winston, but there’s some people saying if Drew Brees came back, he would be a better fit,” Jackson said. “And I just don’t see that. I don’t think that’s true.”
“I buy that he’s thinking about it," Braun said. "But, I, too would be surprised if he actually landed on that and decided to actually come back and play quarterback again. It would be wild. The world doesn’t need it.”
So if he were to come back to the NFL, who would he play for? The Saints no longer own his rights, so he could return anywhere. While many would say the obvious answer is New Orleans, Jackson reiterated that’s not a possibility.
“Let’s just entertain it for a second, there is this extra piece to it. If Drew Brees were to return, Seattle is the only place that makes sense. Because he’s not going back to New Orleans. And that’s another reason why I don’t think this happens because Drew has consistently been New Orleans or nowhere. I don’t see New Orleans saying, sorry Jameis, we’ve got Drew back.”
So long story short, don’t count on it. But, as Jackson said, this is the league where anything can happen. | https://www.localmemphis.com/article/sports/locked-on/lo-national/locked-on-nfl/could-drew-brees-make-an-nfl-comeback-locked-on-nfl-podcast-new-orleans-saints-nfl-nbc-sunday-night-football/535-f80d2fc4-db9a-447f-92f5-45069cb0c7fb | 2022-05-17T18:30:45Z | https://www.localmemphis.com/article/sports/locked-on/lo-national/locked-on-nfl/could-drew-brees-make-an-nfl-comeback-locked-on-nfl-podcast-new-orleans-saints-nfl-nbc-sunday-night-football/535-f80d2fc4-db9a-447f-92f5-45069cb0c7fb | true | 11 |
Bear spotted in Midland resident’s backyard
Published: May. 17, 2022 at 10:11 AM CDT|Updated: 3 hours ago
MIDLAND, Mich. (WNEM) - A bear was spotted in a Midland resident’s backyard on Monday, May 16.
Lou Ann Holland said the bear appeared in her yard, off of Westlawn Drive, shortly before 9 p.m.
The bear appeared to have wanted a snack from Holland’s bird feeder.
TV5 will have much more on this bear sighting starting at 5 p.m.
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The Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR) released an update on efforts to contain the Blue Lakes Fire on Tuesday.
We’re told all roads that were closed in response to the fire have reopened, as has the previously closed section of the Black River.
The DNR tells us the fire burned an estimated 2,516 acres. Crews are still working to address what’s left of the fire.
“If you are in the area, stay on roads,” says Public Information Officer Kerry Heckman. “There may be hot spots or snags, which are trees that can fall over without warning.”
The wildfire was started by a bolt of lightning during a thunderstorm last week, according to the DNR. They say it smoldered for a few days until it grew after setting leaves and brush on fire. | https://www.fox17online.com/news/local-news/michigan/blue-lakes-fire-98-contained-after-burning-2-500-acres-all-roads-reopen | 2022-05-17T18:37:28Z | https://www.fox17online.com/news/local-news/michigan/blue-lakes-fire-98-contained-after-burning-2-500-acres-all-roads-reopen | true | 1 |
HOUSTON, May 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Kraton Corporation, a leading global sustainable producer of specialty polymers and high-value biobased products derived from pine wood pulping co-products, announces its commitment to collaborate with Tree-Nation to plant thousands of pine trees in 2022, reflecting its continued focus on sustainability, fighting climate change and offsetting its CO2 emissions.
Tree-Nation Nation is an international non-profit organization which plants saplings worldwide to help combat climate change, support agroforestry, preserve biodiversity, and strengthen communities. The initiative in collaboration with Tree-Nation furthers Kraton's own commitment to advancing global sustainability.
"We are readily developing our sustainability initiatives, and the new Tree Planting project is aligned with our sustainability strategy. With the growing importance of managing environmental and climate changes, we are pleased to support this cause," said Marcello Boldrini, CEO of Kraton Pine Chemicals and Chief Sustainability Officer. "The effects of this initiative, specifically, improving soil and water conservation, increasing wildlife habitat, and improving the land's capacity to adapt to climate change align with our own efforts to reduce our greenhouse gas emissions and provide sustainable products."
The United Nations assesses that between 2015 and 2020, deforestation was estimated at 10 million hectares per year. With contribution of over 400,000 citizens and over 10,000 companies such as Kraton, Tree-Nation has planted more than 20,909,184 trees, reforesting more than 19,000 hectares to date.
About Kraton Corporation
Kraton Corporation is a leading global sustainable producer of specialty polymers and high-value biobased products derived from pine wood pulping co-products. Kraton's polymers are used in a wide range of applications, including adhesives, coatings, consumer and personal care products, sealants and lubricants, medical, packaging, automotive, paving and roofing applications. As the largest global provider in the pine chemicals industry, the company's pine-based specialty products are sold into adhesive, road and construction and tire markets. Kraton produces and sells a broad range of performance chemicals into markets that include fuel additives, oilfield chemicals, coatings, metalworking fluids and lubricants, inks and mining. Kraton offers its products to a diverse customer base in numerous countries worldwide.
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OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) – Officials say help is coming soon for more than 5,000 Oklahomans who have been waiting 13 years for Developmental Disability Services.
“Our goal is to provide services to every Oklahoman on the DDS wait list, and we can now begin making this a reality, transforming the lives of thousands of families,” said Secretary of Human Services Justin Brown.
On Monday, Gov. Stitt, lawmakers, and officials with Oklahoma Human Services announced a budget agreement to provide funds to end the wait and increase provider rates.
In the past, Oklahomans with disabilities were sent to institutions for care. The state ultimately closed those campuses to allow individuals to be cared for in their own homes.
However, the state doesn’t allocate enough funding to serve everyone, so there is a waiting list.
In fact, Oklahomans who applied for services in November of 2009 are still waiting.
“Oklahoma is so proud to be pro-life,” Ryan McLaughlin, whose daughter died waiting for services, told KFOR. “I truly believe that if you’re pro-life in the womb then you should be pro-life out of the womb. You can’t just champion the child who is unborn and then leave the child and the family when they’re born and they’re in need of services.”
Over the past year, Liberty of Oklahoma has been conducting statewide assessments of people on the wait list.
At this point, officials say it will take $21.3 million to end the wait list based on the assessments.
This week, state leaders announced that the budget will cover the cost of providing services to those on the DDS wait list, and a 25% increase in provider rates by Oct. 1, 2022.
“Ending the DDS waiting list will likely prove to be one of the most significant accomplishments to occur during my tenure as a legislator. I am proud to have served as part of a collaborative team including both chambers of the legislature, as well as the Governor. This accomplishment does not represent the end of efforts to serve this vulnerable population, but the beginning. Having ended the waiting list, we will refocus our efforts on ensuring that Oklahomans with developmental disabilities have access to resources that help them thrive as individuals and members of their communities indefinitely,” said Chairman Paul Rosino.
Currently, officials say there are 5,146 people on the wait list.
“This accomplishment does not represent the end of efforts to serve this vulnerable population, but the beginning. The effort to eliminate the DDS waiting list has been years in the making, and I am proud to announce a successful conclusion to this collaboration between the legislature, the administration of DHS, and Governor Stitt’s office. Today we celebrate with those individuals and families who have been waiting; tomorrow we begin the work of ensuring continued access to resources that help vulnerable individuals live full and meaningful lives,” said Senate Pro Tempore Greg Treat.
People who wish to check their wait list status can email DDS.Waitlist@okdhs.org and an intake worker will contact them.
“This investment is a testament that conservative leadership comes with a heart and places real value on people with developmental disabilities and their families in communities across Oklahoma. As Governor, I said that I would support all pro-life policy, and this is a validation of that commitment. I am incredibly proud to stand with the legislature in solving a decades long issue only made possible because of strong fiscal management over the last four years. I am abundantly grateful for the incredible servant leadership of Secretary Justin Brown and the team at the Department of Human Services who were bold in building a foundation and strategy that has made today a reality for Oklahomans with developmental disabilities and their families,” said Gov. Kevin Stitt. | https://kfor.com/news/local/officials-budget-agreement-will-end-13-year-developmental-disability-services-wait-list/ | 2022-05-17T18:38:22Z | https://kfor.com/news/local/officials-budget-agreement-will-end-13-year-developmental-disability-services-wait-list/ | false | 2 |
One million.
That's how many people have now died from COVID-19 in the U.S. since the pandemic began, according to Johns Hopkins University. It's a toll once thought unimaginable.
Even though passing 1 million deaths has been widely expected for some time, the reality is still devastating.
"It is terrible — horrible," Dr. Anthony Fauci, the White House's chief medical adviser, told NPR in an interview. "To have that many people die of a transmissible disease in a two-year period — it is very sobering, and very sad and tragic."
One million deaths is far more than the number of people who have died from AIDS in the U.S. since that pandemic began decades ago, and more than died from the 1918-1919 flu pandemic. It's about the population of San Jose, Calif., the nation's 10th largest city.
"It's one of these things where the numbers are just so large, it's hard to even wrap your head around it," says Jennifer Nuzzo, a Brown University epidemiologist. "It's just unfathomable to think that those are people — loved ones — who are now missing from this earth. It's really, really hard to comprehend."
So many people died from COVID-19 that a disease that didn't exist three years ago became the third leading cause of death in this country, after heart disease and cancer.
So many died in the prime of their lives that the U.S. experienced the biggest drop in life expectancy since World War II, dropping to the lowest in more than a quarter-century.
"It just boggles the mind, as if our minds needed any more boggling from this pandemic," says Dr. Howard Markel, a University of Michigan medical historian. "It makes me very sad."
To compound the tragedy, experts agree that 1 million underestimates how many people have actually died from COVID-19 — many deaths went unrecorded or were attributed to other causes.
The toll also doesn't include those who died for other reasons because of the pandemic because, for example, they couldn't get the care they needed for diseases like heart attacks, diabetes and cancer.
Nor does it take into account all of the additional suffering and ruined lives the pandemic has caused. People have lost their jobs or businesses, become addicted to drugs or alcohol out of despair, suffered abuse, fallen behind on their education and experienced intense grief from losing loved ones.
"It's like this giant snowball that is going to take this cumulative toll on the nation's health, in addition to what it's already done in terms of COVID death," says Debra Umberson, a University of Texas, Austin, sociologist.
Despite all this, the nation seems intent on putting the pandemic behind it, even as infections are rising again, new variants are looming, and hundreds are still dying every day.
"It's shocking to me that so many people have accepted a million dead. This is not a trivial number. That's a million human beings," says William Hanage, a Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health epidemiologist. "And the fact that we have taken this appalling toll, and folks are so keen to move on from there --and not examine how we got there — is deeply depressing."
Experts say there are many reasons for this. A big part of it is that people are just exhausted, utterly depleted from two very long years of hiding from the virus, living in fear and watching so many parts of their lives get devastated.
But part of it is who has died. Many were older people.
"There's a narrative out there that's incorrect that: 'These old people were probably going to die anyhow,'" says Deborah Carr, a professor of sociology at Boston University. "And that's not necessarily true. People in their 70s and 80s may indeed have had many more years left. And COVID took those years away from them."
The pandemic also hit poor people and people of color harder, which means large parts of society haven't been hit directly or nearly as profoundly.
"There's been incredible inequality in who's died of COVID in terms of race and ethnicity," says Umberson.
At the same time, many deaths occurred out of public view. Many died alone in nursing homes or intensive care units, which compounds the tragedy but makes it seem remote.
"People sort of died off-stage," says Dr. Nicholas Christakis, who studies social networks at Yale. "And obviously people who have seen death up close from COVID-19 have a very different perspective than those who have not."
Another factor is that while many people may know some directly who died, or even know someone who lost someone, most people don't.
One estimate is that every person who died left nine close relatives behind. While that means millions of people are mourning, only about 9 million people out of a country of almost 330 million are immediately affected.
"You probably heard of someone — a co-worker maybe, or a friend of a friend, or someone down the street, or in your building, or something like that, who died," Christakis says. "But the probability that you are intimately connected to someone who died is low."
What most people have seen up close is how the pandemic has disrupted their lives by, for example, preventing them from visiting elderly parents, going to college, seeing friends, traveling or keeping a job.
The massive omicron surge has receded, and vaccines and better treatments are now keeping most people from getting seriously ill and dying. But millions of people are still unvaccinated or under-vaccinated, infections have started creeping up again, and another, even more dangerous variant could erupt at any time.
In the meantime, tens of thousands more will die over the next year even if another variant doesn't emerge, according to the latest estimates.
"People are going to continue to die," says Justin Lessler, a University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, epidemiologist who helps advise the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. "Even though we don't expect to see anything like we've seen in the last two years over the coming year — absent a new variant — a significant number of people will still die."
And while it's impossible to know exactly when the pandemic will finally end, and what the long-term impact will be, experts say it's likely to be profound.
"It's been a seismic event in the history of the world. It's been a catastrophic event in the history of the United States," says Allan Brandt, a Harvard University medical historian.
"I think that we will be living in the age of COVID-19 long after we have greater control over the pandemic. And I do think historians and anthropologists, sociologists and economists will be evaluating the impact of this pandemic for the rest of the twenty-first century," Brandt says.
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Jurors in Johnny Depp’s libel trial against his ex-wife, Amber Heard, saw photos on Monday of her with alleged red marks and swelling on her face after their final fight before their divorce, and heard testimony about her expertise in covering up bruises with makeup.
Heard concluded her direct testimony in a Virginia courtroom with a third day that was centred on the final months of her marriage to Depp.
His lawyers began their cross-examination later in the afternoon.
The trial is now in its fifth week, and jurors have seen multiple photos of Heard throughout the trial that purport to document the abuse she said she received during her relationship with Depp.
Several of the photos shown on Monday, though, had not previously been seen by the jury and showed redness and swelling much more clearly than earlier photos.
Heard said the marks came when Depp threw a phone at her face.
The confrontation in May 2016 prompted Heard to file for divorce two days later. A few days after that, she obtained a temporary restraining order after a courthouse hearing, and was widely photographed leaving the courthouse with a clear red mark on her right cheek.
The final fight has been a key point in the couple’s ongoing dispute.
Depp is suing Heard in Fairfax County Circuit Court for libel over a December 2018 op-ed she wrote in The Washington Post describing herself as “a public figure representing domestic abuse".
His lawyers say he was defamed by the article even though it never mentioned his name.
Depp says he never struck Heard and that she’s concocting claims she was abused.
Earlier in the trial, jurors heard from police officers who responded to emergency calls during that final fight who said Heard’s face looked red from crying but that they saw no visible bruises. Witnesses also testified that they didn’t see bruises on Heard’s face in the immediate days after the fight.
Heard, in her testimony on Monday, said she didn’t cooperate with officers who responded to the couple’s penthouse, and said her face-to-face interactions with officers were very limited.
She also discussed her makeup routine, using a colour correction wheel that she called her “bruise kit” to cover up marks on her face. She said she learned over the years to use green shades in the first day of a bruise to cover up redness, and switch more to orange shades as the bruise turned blue and purple.
“I’m not going to walk around LA with bruises on my face,” she said.
On cross-examination, Depp's lawyer Camille Vasquez questioned Heard about multiple photos of her that appeared not to show bruises even though they were taken within days of alleged abuse incidents. Heard said she used makeup to cover bruises and ice to reduce swelling.
“You should see what it looked like under the makeup,” she said.
Vasquez also questioned Heard about her $US7 million divorce settlement from Depp.
Heard pledged to donate the full amount to charity but has so far only donated a portion of it. She testified she’s been unable to fulfil her pledge yet because Depp sued her for $50 million. But on cross-examination she acknowledged that she had received the full $US7 million from Depp months before he filed the lawsuit.
In her direct testimony, Heard testified she did not want to publicly expose Depp as an abuser in her court proceedings, but had to go to the courthouse to provide testimony to obtain the restraining order, and she was taken aback when she left the courthouse surrounded by paparazzi.
“I just wanted to change my locks,” she said about why she went to court to get the restraining order.
“I just wanted to get a good night’s sleep.”
During Monday’s testimony, Heard also strongly denied an accusation from Depp that she left human fecal matter in the couple’s bed after a fight. Heard said it was the couple’s teacup Yorkshire terrier that messed the bed and that it had a history of bowel problems ever since it had accidentally ingested Depp’s marijuana.
“Absolutely not,” she said about the alleged poop prank.
“I don’t think that’s funny. I don’t know what grown woman does. I was not in a pranking mood.”
Heard said, though, that Depp became obsessed with the idea that someone had pooped in his bed. She said it was all he wanted to talk about during that final fight on May 21, 2016, even though Depp’s mother had just died and the couple hadn’t spoken in a month.
The poop allegation is one of several that Depp’s online fans have particularly latched onto in their social media critiques of Heard.
Heard also talked about the op-ed piece itself, saying staffers with the American Civil Liberties Union — for whom she had started work as an ambassador — wrote the first draft. She said she was happy to lend her voice to the debate over domestic violence, and wasn’t intending to reference Depp.
“It’s not about Johnny,” she said.
“The only one who thought it was about Johnny was Johnny. It was about me, and my life after Johnny.”
Heard concluded her testimony by saying that accusations she receives on a daily basis from Depp supporters that she’s lying about the abuse are “torture.”
“I want to move on with my life,” she said.
“I want Johnny to move on. I want him to leave me alone.” | https://www.9news.com.au/world/johnny-depp-amber-heard-trial-jury-pictures-allegedly-swollen-face-after-fight/1214cce2-a0aa-4303-8cad-1f988c7a5b4f | 2022-05-17T18:38:40Z | https://www.9news.com.au/world/johnny-depp-amber-heard-trial-jury-pictures-allegedly-swollen-face-after-fight/1214cce2-a0aa-4303-8cad-1f988c7a5b4f | false | 30 |
Safety improvements along State Street in Springfield to begin June 1
SPRINGFIELD, MA (WGGB/WSHM) - Pedestrian and roadway safety work will soon begin on one of Springfield’s busiest roads.
The city announced Tuesday that signs will be posted this week on State Street, near the Springfield Central Library, and it’s expected that temporary traffic patterns will be installed on June 1.
The traffic pattern changes will include a narrowing of the roadway using traffic cones, barrels, and barricades in an effort to evaluate the impact on traffic while reviews take place on designs for roadway and pedestrian crossing alternations. The design will include a raised crosswalk and a RRFB/HAWK system. The designs will also include alterations in grading, merging, sight distances, visibilty, and ADA compliance.
City officials said that the total cost of the project is approximately $650,000.
Springfield Mayor Domenic Sarno said in a statement:
“Simply put, this is not about money, it’s about public safety. This new design plan will enhance the safety for our pedestrians, and help control and mitigate the flow of traffic on one of our city’s busiest public roads. Working with Police Superintendent Cheryl Clapprood and her brave and dedicated men and women in blue, we will continue with our active traffic enforcement not just on State Street but across our City. Now we need our courts to back these citations and not dismiss them.”
Springfield Police will also continue traffic enforcement along State Street and across the city. The city said that 1,586 citations or warnings were issued for traffic offenses in April.
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Former Anaheim Chamber of Commerce CEO Todd Ament is expected to be arraigned this afternoon on federal charges of lying about his assets when purchasing a home in Big Bear City, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office.
Ament was charged Monday with making false statements to a financial institution in late 2020 when seeking a loan to buy a second home, according to a press release issued Tuesday.
The affidavit supporting the charge details how Ament, with the help of an unnamed political consultant at a public relations firm, allegedly “devised a scheme to launder proceeds intended for the chamber through the PR firm into Ament’s bank account,” the press release said.
The announcement comes the day after news broke that Anaheim Mayor Harry Sidhu is under investigation for alleged fraud, bribery, obstruction of justice and witness tampering in connection with the city’s deal to sell Angel Stadium to Angels owner Arte Moreno’s business partnership.
The affidavit in support of the charges against Ament also describes how Ament and the consultant allegedly led “a small group of Anaheim public officials, consultants and business leaders” that Ament and the consultant described as a “family” and a “cabal” that held regular meetings to “exert influence over government operations in Anaheim,” the Department of Justice’s press release said.
Attorney Sal Ciulla, who is listed in court records as representing Ament, was not immediately available for comment.
This is a developing story. Please check back for updates. | https://www.ocregister.com/2022/05/17/former-ceo-of-anaheim-chamber-of-commerce-facing-criminal-charges/ | 2022-05-17T18:41:17Z | https://www.ocregister.com/2022/05/17/former-ceo-of-anaheim-chamber-of-commerce-facing-criminal-charges/ | false | 1 |
House Democrats propose $28 million bill to address baby formula shortage
WASHINGTON (AP) — House Democrats unveiled a $28 million emergency spending bill Tuesday to address the shortage of infant formula in the United States.
Rep. Rosa DeLauro, the Democratic chair of the House Appropriations Committee, said the bill would help the Food and Drug Administration take important steps to restore the formula supply in a safe and secure manner.
The funding would increase FDA staffing focused on the formula shortage to boost inspections, prevent fraudulent products from getting onto store shelves and acquire better data on the marketplace, lawmakers said.
The shortage stems from a February recall by Abbott Nutrition that exacerbated ongoing supply chain disruptions among formula makers, leaving fewer options on stores shelves across much of the country. DeLauro has also been critical of the FDA for a failure to address “with any sense of urgency” the safety concerns at Abbott’s plant in Michigan that prompted the shortage.
“The stories of mothers and fathers struggling to find formula and the images of empty store shelves are heartbreaking,” DeLauro said. “Parents and caretakers across the country cannot wait. They need our support now.”
Abbott is one of only a handful of companies that produce the vast majority of the U.S. formula supply, so their recall wiped out a large segment of the market. Federal regulators reached a deal this week to allow the company to restart the Michigan plant, but Abbott said it will take eight to ten weeks before new products begin arriving in stores.
The House Appropriations Committee will hear from FDA Commissioner Robert Califf on Thursday to discuss the agency’s budget. Lawmakers are expected to focus much of the discussion on the formula shortage. A panel is also expected to have a second hearing featuring experts who will discuss the recall of infant formula produced at the Abbott facility and the FDA’s handling of the recall.
The House is expected to take up the emergency spending measure later this week before lawmakers head back to their congressional districts for the next two weeks. The bill would also need approval in an evenly divided Senate, where it will need support from at least 10 Republicans before it could be signed into law.
Meanwhile, the FDA is looking to boost imports by streamlining its review process to make it easier for foreign manufacturers to begin shipping more formula into the U.S.
Swiss conglomerate Nestlé said Tuesday it had already increased production and moved up planned shipments to the U.S. to alleviate the shortages. Nestlé is also rushing the shipments via air.
Nestlé said it prioritized the shipment of two products that it was already importing __ Gerber Good Start Extensive HA from the Netherlands and Alfamino from Switzerland __ because they serve a critical need. The products are made for babies who are allergic to cow’s milk.
Nestlé said it is reviewing the new guidance from the FDA, which temporarily relaxes import restrictions on baby formula, and it might start importing more varieties.
“We are reviewing the guidance and assessing where we may be able to tap into the Nestlé global nutrition network to help,” a company spokesperson said in a statement.
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AP Business Writer Dee-Ann Durbin contributed from Detroit.
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With the Capitol Conference meet coming this week and the WIAA state tournament coming next week, both the Marshall and Waterloo track & field teams needed one last regular season challenge. Both squads headed off to different invitationals on Friday, May 13 as one final challenge for the regular season.
Marshall headed north to compete in the Wisconsin Dells Invitational. The boys finished in 9th of nine teams with 12 team points and the girls finished 8th of nine teams with 42.5 points. Participating schools included Adams-Friendship, DeForest, Marshfield, Mauston, Medford Area, Ripon, Sauk Prairie, and host Wisconsin Dells.
Waterloo played some more familiar opponents as they participated in the Raider Invite at Belleville High School. The boys finished 12th of 12 teams with eight team points and the girls finished 10th of 12 teams with 18 team points. Participating teams included Albany, host Belleville, Benton/Scales Mound/Shullsburg, Black Hawk, Cambridge, Columbus, Lake Mills, Lodi, Monroe, Monticello, and Wisconsin Heights.
Despite the stiff competition, Marshall put together some very strong performances on the track. Senior Canon Siedschlag was chief among them, blazing a time of 52.65 in the 400 meter dash to earn the boys their only 1st place finish of the day.
Other strong performances for the boys included a a 4th place finish in the 4x200 relay. Junior Peyton Colden, freshmen Fernando Campos and Max Timpel, and senior Josh Eggers came together to run a 1:39.75 for their position. Senior Justin Grady also had a nice performance in the 800 meter run, finishing 5th with a time of 2:10.49, a personal record.
Eggers was the star of the show for the boys in the field portion of the invitational. He tied for 4th in high jump with a height of 5-08.00, which was the boys' highest finish of the day.
As for the girls, sophomore Wynn Held got things started off on a good note in the 100 meter dash. She secured an early 6th place finish with her time of 13.80 seconds to set the tone.
Freshman Emma Hellenbrand found some success on the track as well. She grabbed 8th in the 400 meter dash with a time of 1:09.77 and 7th in the 800 meter run with a time of 2:44.22. Both were personal records as the freshman continues to show improvement this season.
Junior Courtney Checky picked up some crucial points for the Cardinals in the field portion of the invitational. She finished 5th in the discus with a throw of 92-04.
As for the Pirates, their familiarity with the teams they were competing against didn't help them in the final standings.
The track portion of the event proved to be a tough one for the boys. Junior Rick Ugorji produced the best result of the day in the boys 110 meter hurdles. He finished 8th with a time of 18.46. Junior teammate Sam Billingsly was right behind him in 9th with a time of 18.96.
Outside of the two hurdlers, Waterloo's boys could hang their hat on a strong performance in the 4x200 relay. Senior Luke Fiedorowicz, as well as sophomores Benny Marshall, Dakota Sturgill, and Ryan Sturgill teamed up to put up a time of 1:41.07 to finish in 6th.
Marshall produced the boy's best result of the day in the field. He earned himseld 3rd place in the long jump with a distance of 20-03.00. Fiedorowicz also impressed in the discus, claiming 4th with a toss of 115-10.
The competition proved to be tough for the girls, top to bottom. Sophomore Marin Dolfin had the best individual result of the day in the long jump, where she took 7th with a jump of 15-00.00. The Pirates also grabbed 7th in the 4x200 relay as freshman Ella Wredberg, Dolfin, sophomore Reina Degler, and sophomore Alisa Sheshina came together for a time of 2:09.38.
With these tough matchups against bigger schools in the rearview mirror, both Marshall and Waterloo turn their attention to the postseason. They'll both head to Lodi High School for the Capitol Conference meet on Tuesday, May 17. They'll split for the state tournament. Marshall's regional will be at Lake Mills and Waterloo will be at Princeton High School, both on Monday, May 23. | https://www.hngnews.com/waterloo_marshall/article_608b8fe2-d5fb-11ec-8b33-8374eafb3f18.html | 2022-05-17T18:43:02Z | https://www.hngnews.com/waterloo_marshall/article_608b8fe2-d5fb-11ec-8b33-8374eafb3f18.html | true | 1 |
NEW YORK (AP) — The foundation started by organizers of the Black Lives Matter movement is still worth tens of millions of dollars, after spending more than $37 million on grants, real estate, consultants, and other expenses, according to tax documents filed with the IRS.
In a new, 63-page Form 990 shared exclusively with The Associated Press, the Black Lives Matter Global Network Foundation Inc. reports that it invested $32 million in stocks from the$90 million it received as donations amid racial justice protests in 2020. That investment is expected to become an endowment to ensure the foundation’s work continues in the future, organizers say.
It ended its last fiscal year – from July 1, 2020 to June 30, 2021 – with nearly $42 million in net assets. The foundation had an operating budget of about $4 million, according to a board member.
The tax filing shows that nearly $6 million was spent on a Los Angeles-area compound. The Studio City property, which includes a home with six bedrooms and bathrooms, a swimming pool, a soundstage and office space, was intended as a campus for a Black artists fellowship and is currently used for that purpose, the board member said.
This is the BLM foundation’s first public accounting of its finances since incorporating in 2017. As a fledgling nonprofit, it had been under the fiscal sponsorship of a well-established charity, and wasn’t required to publicly disclose its financials until it became an independent, 501(c)(3) nonprofit in December 2020.
The tax filing suggests the organization is still finding its footing: It currently has no executive director or in-house staff. Nonprofit experts tell the AP that the BLM foundation seems to be operating like a scrappy organization with far fewer resources, although some say Black-led charities face unfair scrutiny in an overwhelmingly white and wealthy philanthropic landscape.
Still, its governance structure makes it difficult to disprove allegations of impropriety, financial mismanagement and deviation from mission that have dogged the BLM foundation for years, one expert said.
“It comes across as an early startup nonprofit, without substantial governance structure in place, that got a huge windfall,” said Brian Mittendorf, a professor of accounting at Ohio State University who focuses on nonprofit organizations and their financial statements.
“People are going to be quick to assume that mismatch reflects intent,” he added. “Whether there’s anything improper here, that is another question. But whether they set themselves up for being criticized, I think that certainly is the case because they didn’t plug a bunch of those gaps.”
The BLM movement first emerged in 2013, after the acquittal of George Zimmerman, the neighborhood watch volunteer who killed 17-year-old Trayvon Martin in Florida. But it was the 2014 death of Michael Brown at the hands of police in Ferguson, Missouri, that made the slogan “Black lives matter” a rallying cry for progressives and a favorite target of derision for conservatives.
BLM co-founders Patrisse Cullors, Alicia Garza and Ayọ Tometi had pledged to build a decentralized organization governed by the consensus of BLM chapters. But just three years into existence, Cullors was the only movement founder involved in the organization.
And in 2020, a tidal wave of contributions in the aftermath of protests over George Floyd’s murder by Minneapolis police meant the BLM organization needed much more infrastructure.
When Cullors revealed the windfall of donations last year, local chapter organizers and families of police brutality victims reacted angrily. Until then, the foundation had not been transparent with the most devoted BLM organizers, many of whom accused Cullors of shutting them out of decisions about how financial resources would be allocated.
YahNé Ndgo, an activist and former organizer with the BLM chapter in Philadelphia, said Cullors reneged on a promise to hand over control of the foundation’s resources to grassroots organizers.
“When resources came in, when opportunities came in, (the foundation) alone would be the ones to decide who was going to take advantage of them, without having to take any consideration of the other organizers whose work was giving them the access to these resources and opportunities in the first place,” said Ndgo, who organized a group of chapters that confronted the foundation over issues of transparency and accountability.
In 2020, the foundation did spin off its network of chapters as a sister collective called BLM Grassroots. It has a fiscal sponsor managing money granted by the foundation. Melina Abdullah, cofounder of BLM’s first chapter in Los Angeles, also directs the grassroots collective and said its organizers continue to have direct impact in communities across the country.
“We’ll never stop doing that,” Abdullah said. “That’s the work we were born out of.”
In a recent interview with the AP, Cullors acknowledged the foundation was ill-prepared to handle the moment. The tax filing lists Cullors as an uncompensated founder and executive director. She resigned last year. The foundation also paid nearly $140,000 in severance to a former managing director who had been at odds with local BLM chapter organizers, prior to Cullors’s tenure as director.
The filing shows Cullors reimbursed the organization $73,523 for a charter flight for foundation-related travel, which the organization says she took in 2021 out of concern for COVID-19 and security threats. She also paid the foundation $390 over her uses of the Studio City property for two private events.
During the last fiscal year, Cullors was the foundation board’s sole voting director and held no board meetings, according to the filing. Although that is permissible under Delaware law, where the foundation is incorporated, that governance structure gives the appearance that Cullors alone decided who to hire and how to spend donations. That was never the truth, current board members said.
For all the questions raised about its oversight, the BLM foundation’s tax filing shows its stewards haven’t squandered donations. Instead, it granted tens of millions of dollars to BLM chapters, Black-led grassroots organizations and families of police brutality victims, whose names rallied the larger movement.
“This 990 reveals that (the BLM foundation) is the largest Black abolitionist nonprofit organization that has ever existed in the nation’s history. What we’re doing has never been done before,” said Shalomyah Bowers, who serves as the foundation’s board secretary.
“We needed to get dollars out to grassroots organizations doing the work of abolition, doing the work that would shift the moral tide of this world towards one that does not have or believe in police, prisons, jails or violence,” he said.
Earlier this month, the foundation announced Bowers as one of three members of its board of directors. He serves with board chair Cicley Gay, a communications professional with more than 20 years of experience in nonprofit and philanthropic organizations, and D’Zhane Parker, a member of BLM’s Los Angeles chapter whose work focuses on the impact of mass incarceration on families.
“We are decolonizing philanthropy,” Gay said. “We, as a board, are charged with disrupting traditional standards of what grant making in philanthropy looks like. It means investing in Black communities, trusting them with their dollars.”
The foundation will launch a “transparency and accountability center” on its website to make its financial documents available for public inspection, Bowers said.
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FOUNDATION RELIES ON CONSULTANTS
To get here, the foundation has relied on a small grouping of consultants, some of whom have close ties to founders and other BLM organizers. For example, the tax filing shows the foundation paid nearly $970,000 to Trap Heals LLC, a company founded by Damon Turner, who fathered a child with Cullors. The company was hired to produce live events and provide other creative services, Bowers said.
The foundation paid more than $840,000 to Cullors Protection LLC, a security firm run by Paul Cullors, Patrisse’s brother, according to the tax filing. Because the BLM movement is known for vehemently protesting law enforcement organizations, the foundation felt its protection could not be entrusted to former police professionals who typically run security firms, said Bowers, adding the foundation sought bids for other security contractors.
Bowers, who has previously served as deputy executive director, is founder and president of a firm that received the lion’s share of money spent on consultants in the last fiscal year. Bowers Consulting provided much of the foundation’s operational support, including staffing, fundraising and other key services and was paid more than $2.1 million, according to the tax filing.
The foundation’s reliance on consultants is not unusual for newer nonprofits, said Mittendorf, the Ohio State accounting professor. But having clear policies around business transactions could reduce any appearance of impropriety, he said.
“It’s a best practice not to engage in business transactions with people who have influence inside the organization or with companies affiliated with people who have influence inside the organization,” Mittendorf said. “Make sure you have conflict of interest policies and other controls in place, so that those transactions are all being done to benefit the organization and not to benefit the individuals.”
The tax filing indicates the foundation has a conflict-of-interest policy. And Bowers said the last BLM board approved the contract with his firm when he was not a board member.
“Our firm stepped in when Black Lives Matter had no structure and no staff,” he said. “We filled the gap, when nothing else existed. But let me be crystal clear, there was no conflict of interest.”
Controversy surrounding the organization’s finances has elicited probes by at least two state attorneys general. Board members said they are cooperating with civil investigations in Indiana and Ohio, and they have turned over relevant documents to those authorities.
Isabelle Leighton, interim executive director of the Donors of Color Network, an organization that promotes racial equity in philanthropy, said discrimination in the nonprofit sector leaves little room for Black-led progressive movement organizations to publicly make mistakes. Such organizations are typically receiving much less financial and operational support than wealthy, white-led nonprofits, but receive much more criticism, she said.
“It’s tapping into a deep narrative that people of color do not deserve to have the same resources that those who have already made it get,” Leighton said. “It’s intended for people to start to doubt and create their own new echo chamber of criticizing who deserves to receive resources.”
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BLM GRANTS $26 MILLION TO CHAPTERS AND FAMILIES
The foundation’s tax filing rebuts claims that the BLM foundation ignored the larger movement. Nearly $26 million, or 70% of its expenses, were grants to organizations and families in the last fiscal year.
Twelve BLM chapters, including those in Boulder, Colorado; Boston; Washington, D.C.; Detroit; Los Angeles; Gary, Indiana; and Philadelphia, received pledges for grants of up to $500,000. The family foundations created in honor of Floyd and others killed by police and vigilantes — Trayvon Martin and Oscar Grant — each received contributions of $200,000.
Jacari Harris, executive director of the George Floyd Memorial Foundation, said in a statement the organization was “incredibly grateful” for the grant, “the largest one-time contribution we have received to date within the U.S.” Harris said the funds will help provide college scholarships, mental health support to the Black community and educate “about the dangers of police brutality around the world.”
The Michael O.D. Brown: We Love Our Sons & Daughters Foundation, run by Michael Brown Jr.’s mother, Lezley McSpadden, was approved for a larger multi-year grant of $1.4 million. A representative of the Brown foundation told the AP that an initial $500,000 had been received in 2021.
McSpadden is happy to have the BLM foundation’s support, the representative said.
Among its larger grants are $2.3 million to the Living Through Giving Foundation, a nonprofit charity platform that encourages giving at the local level; and $1.5 million to Team Blackbird, LLC, a rapid response communications and movement strategy project that increases the visibility of movement organizations.
The tax filing does not reveal the foundation’s largest donors.
“Transparency and accountability is so important to us, but so is trust,” said Gay, the BLM foundation chair. “Presenting (donor) names after the fact, at this point, would likely be a betrayal of that trust.”
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A man has died in a crash in West Cork today.
Gardai and emergency services rushed to the scene where the man was pronounced dead.
The collision at Drishanebeg, Skibbereen involved a single car and occurred at approximately 1:30pm.
The body of the driver of the vehicle, a man aged in his 60s, has been removed to Cork University Hospital where a post mortem will take place.
No other injuries were reported.
Forensic Collision Investigators attended to conduct a technical examination.
Gardaí are appealing to any person who may have witnessed this collision to contact them.
In a statement on Tuesday, they said: "Any road users who were travelling through this area this afternoon, who has camera (including dash cam) footage, is asked to make this available to Gardaí."
Anyone with information can contact Clonakilty Garda Station on 023 882 1570, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111 or any Garda Station.
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NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Jerry Lee Lewis, the late country singer Keith Whitley and music executive Joe Galante will join the Country Music Hall of Fame.
Lewis, 86, nicknamed “The Killer,” wore a red sequined jacket and white shoes at Tuesday’s announcement, where he was introduced by duo Brooks & Dunn.
“I was wondering if they were ever going to induct me,” Lewis said at the press conference. “But they’ve come around and I was really glad and grateful for it.”
From Ferriday, Louisiana, Lewis found his initial fame under the guidance of Sam Phillips at Sun Records in Memphis, where he played alongside Elvis Presley, Carl Perkins and Johnny Cash in the now famous Million Dollar Quartet. His energy and ego were showcased on his early rock hits like “Great Balls of Fire” and “Whole Lotta Shakin’ Goin’ On.”
Over the years, he’s been vocal about being snubbed from the Country Music Hall of Fame, saying he couldn’t understand not being recognized for his country records and contribution to the genre. The Country Music Association created the Hall of Fame and handles balloting. A veteran-era artist and a modern-era artist are inducted each year, along with a rotating category of non-performers, recording musicians and songwriters.
Lewis’ career was nearly derailed over the scandal of his marriage to his 13-year-old cousin, Myra, and he faced a backlash from fans during a tour in England in 1958, when crowds became combative.
Lewis spent several years blacklisted before mounting a return to the country charts in the late ’60s. He had top country singles like “What Made Milwaukee Famous (Has Made a Loser Out of Me),” ″She Even Woke Me Up to Say Goodbye,” and “To Make Love Sweeter for You.” He had No. 1 country hits with songs like “There Must Be More to Love Than This,” “Would You Take Another Chance on Me” and “Chantilly Lace.”
Whitley had a short career, spanning just four years and seven months on the Billboard charts before his death at the age of 34 in 1989. But the singer from Sandy Hook, Kentucky, found commercial breakthrough with hits like “When You Say Nothing at All” and “I’m No Stranger to the Rain.” He met Ricky Skaggs when they were both teenagers and they both were hired to be part of bluegrass legend Ralph Stanley’s band, the Clinch Mountain Boys.
The induction for Whitley has been a long time coming for many artists and fans who were captivated by his emotional voice and singing, including artists like Garth Brooks, who has been championing for Whitley’s induction. His widow, fellow country singer Lorrie Morgan, described during the press conference on Tuesday how much it meant to her family and their two children to have him inducted.
“Keith never knew how good he was,” said Morgan. “He would absolutely blown away if he were here today.”
Whitley met Morgan, then a receptionist at a studio, was while he was recording the demo of “Does Fort Worth Ever Cross Your Mind,” which became a hit for George Strait. They married in November 1986.
Morgan said that fans still visit Whitley’s grave site regularly, leaving mementos and paying their respects. She said that she also planned to visit his grave after the press conference to sit on a blanket with her family and cry.
Galante took the helm at RCA Nashville at age 32, the youngest person to ever lead a major label’s Nashville division. He would go on to sign artists like Clint Black, Kenny Chesney, Lorrie Morgan and Keith Whitley, Vince Gill, The Judds, Martina McBride and more. He helped the band Alabama achieve crossover success with multi-platinum hits. In the 1990s, he returned to New York and became president of RCA, where he signed artists like Wu-Tang Clan and the Dave Matthews Band.
But he returned to Nashville and oversaw the evolution of RCA to Sony BMG Nashville, adding imprints like Arista Nashville and Columbia Nashville. Sony BMG Nashville is now Sony Music Nashville. He left Sony Music Nashville in 2010, and has seen many of the artists he worked with over the years become Country Music Hall of Famers, including The Judds only weeks ago.
“I’ve been here a bunch,” Galante said of the Hall of Fame and Museum building, where the inducted artists have plaques on the wall of the rotunda. “I always walked around saying, ‘I know him, I know her.’ But I didn’t believe my name would ever be on that and it’s not something that was on my mind.” | https://www.mystateline.com/entertainment-news/jerry-lee-lewis-keith-whitley-to-join-country-hall-of-fame/ | 2022-05-17T18:48:47Z | https://www.mystateline.com/entertainment-news/jerry-lee-lewis-keith-whitley-to-join-country-hall-of-fame/ | true | 22 |
National leader in online homebuying now selling in Benson, AZ
TUCSON, Ariz., May 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Century Communities, Inc., a top 10 national homebuilder offering homes for purchase online, announced its Century Complete brand has expanded its Arizona footprint with a move into the Tucson market—boasting access to abundant outdoor recreation, rich culture and history, educational institutions like the University of Arizona, shopping, dining, entertainment and more.
As the national leader in online homebuying, Century Complete is bringing its streamlined and modernized "Buy Now" process to two new communities in Benson, AZ: Cottonwood Bluffs (now selling) and Water Crest (coming soon). Both communities feature a prime location with Old West charm and stunning vistas off I-10—less than an hour's drive from downtown Tucson, and with quick access to destinations like Kartchner Caverns State Park. Homebuyers will also love a selection of affordable and contemporary ranch-style floor plans with granite countertops, stainless-steel appliances, and more.
Learn more and join community interest lists at www.CenturyCommunities.com/Tucson.
"We already have a long-established presence in the Phoenix market, so it was a natural progression for us to move further south into the Tucson area, where we know our streamlined and affordable online homebuying model will be a great fit," said Greg Huff, president of Century Complete. "We're very excited to already offer new homes at Cottonwood Bluffs in Benson, and we encourage interested homebuyers to check out available homes online today."
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