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Job gains slowed in the Bay Area and California during April, a sign the economic rebound in the wake of the coronavirus outbreak has begun to wilt statewide and in this region, a report released Friday shows.
The Bay Area added 11,500 jobs in April, but those gains represented a dramatic slowdown from the employment gains in both February and March, according to new employment figures revealed by the government.
Similarly, California gained 41,400 jobs during April, but last month’s upswing was considerably smaller than the increases in employment for February and March, this news organization’s analysis of the government report shows.
The statewide unemployment rate in April was 4.6%, an improvement from the 4.8% jobless rate posted in March.
California’s unemployment rate is the lowest that it’s been since February 2020, the month before state and local government agencies imposed wide-ranging business shutdowns in a quest to combat the spread of the coronavirus. Those restrictions and closures unleashed mammoth layoffs and a spike in the jobless rate.
Santa Clara County added 4,300 jobs in April, while the San Francisco-San Mateo region added 4,900 positions and the East Bay gained 2,100 jobs, the report showed. All the numbers were adjusted for seasonal variations.
Yet the gains in the Bay Area’s three largest metro centers last month followed the statewide and regional patterns and were far below the increases in employment for both February and March.
The Bay Area job gains totaled 22,100 in February and 15,200 in March, well ahead of the increase of 11,500 in April. The California job gains were 135,400 in February but decelerated to an increase of 74,400 jobs in March and 41,400 in April.
The red-hot pace of inflation could be having an effect on economic activity because the spike in prices has chewed up the pocketbooks and eroded the spending power of the typical consumer.
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If you have toddlers of your own or have spent any amount of time around them, you are very likely already versed—for better or for worse—in the earworm known as “Baby Shark.” As persistent at sticking in your head as a Great White in pursuing its prey, it somehow became the perfect metaphor for Tabatha Ricci among her teammates.
“My nickname came from one of the professors at Paragon,” she explains, proudly holding a stuffed shark on her lap. “All the time when I show up to the gym, he says, ‘the baby shark is here.’ I’m the only girl, the smallest one. Always training with the big guys. I’m super grateful to be at Paragon; they’re special people. They opened their hearts and they opened their doors for me. Since the first day, I feel like family.”
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The California gym where Ricci both teaches and trains is her adopted home outside of her native Birigui-SP, Brazil, and the background for her continued evolution in the world of martial arts, an evolution that has led her to her third UFC bout this Saturday versus Polyana Viana on the main card of UFC Fight Night: Holm vs Vieira.
For those of us that spent years--or are still spending them—in pursuit of what we should do with our lives, stories like Ricci’s path can be either inspiring or annoying…or both.
“My dad put me in judo when I was six years old. He’s a master in judo. I went to my first judo practice, I fell in love, and I knew what I wanted to do.”
And just like that, the path was revealed. Her father, Carlos "Trovao" Salto, is a judo black belt and borderline legend in those circles, so it’s not a surprise that the apple didn’t fall so far from the tree.
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“He, for sure, had a lot of influence on my game and my career. He raised me with a budo/bushido background from Japan, like a samurai. I always remember his voice in my head, talking to me. I’m super-grateful for that.”
Judo would give way to Muay Thai, where Ricci had big successes, including winning the Brazilian Nationals. But her favorite discipline awaited her when she relocated to the United States.
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“Jiu-jitsu is my favorite. Jiu-jitsu opened up a lot for me in the US. I don’t have nobody here from my family, so jiu-jitsu gave me family, gave me friends forever. I’m super-grateful to have jiu-jitsu in my life.”
Armed with the best of all three disciplines, Ricci gravitated to MMA, where, to date, the strawweight has amassed a 6-1 professional record.
Her lone loss came at perhaps the most unfortunate time: her UFC debut. She was a short-notice replacement in a weight class that wasn’t home and ran into the still-unsolved puzzle called Manon Fiorot.
“I would do some crazy jiu-jitsu to her,” she muses when asked in hindsight what she would have done differently. “Something she’s not expecting. But we’re always learning with the loss.”
She says this completely at peace, unflustered with the notion of a losing. Of course, she wishes she had won, but she sees little value in looking backward.
“As an MMA fighter, we have to know how to win and lose. Move forward. Never give up on your dreams.”
Not unlike a shark.
She’d get back to her winning ways in her sophomore outing against Maria Oliveira last October. It was only the second time one of her fights got to the scorecards, but she felt at ease throughout the 15 minutes as the bout seemed to materialize just as she and her team had envisioned.
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ALBANY, N.Y. (AP) _ The winning numbers in Friday evening's drawing of the New York Lottery's "Win 4 Evening" game were:
3-9-9-0
(three, nine, nine, zero)
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3-9-9-0
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NEW ORLEANS, May 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- ClaimsFiler, a FREE shareholder information service, reminds investors that they have until June 27, 2022 to file lead plaintiff applications in a securities class action lawsuit against Natera, Inc. (NasdaqGS: NTRA), if they purchased the Company's shares between February 26, 2020 and April 19, 2022, inclusive (the "Class Period"). This action is pending in the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas.
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Natera and certain of its executives are charged with failing to disclose material information during the Class Period, violating federal securities laws.
On March 14, 2022, a jury found that the Company intentionally and willfully misled the public through its false advertisements to market Prospera, a screening test for kidney transplant failure, in violation of the federal Lanham Act, the Delaware Deceptive Trade Practices Act, and Delaware common law, including that the Company's marketing falsely claimed that Prospera was more accurate than the competing kidney transplant testing offered by CareDx, Inc. Ultimately, the jury awarded CareDx $44.9 million in monetary damages. On this news, shares of Natera fell $8.81, or 22.5% to close at $30.32 per share on March 15, 2022.
Then, on April 19, 2022, the United States Food and Drug Administration ("FDA") issued a safety communication "to educate patients and health care providers and to help reduce the inappropriate use of [NIPTs]," a non-invasive prenatal test like the Company's product, Panorama, and cautioned that statements about NIPTs' reliability and accuracy "may not be supported with sound scientific evidence." On this news, shares of Natera fell as much as $1.53 per share, or approximately 3.9%, to close at $38.10 per share on April 20, 2022.
The case is John Harvey Schneider v. Natera, Inc., et al., No. 1:22-cv-00398.
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NEW ORLEANS, La., May 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- ClaimsFiler, a FREE shareholder information service, reminds investors that they have until June 24, 2022 to file lead plaintiff applications in a securities class action lawsuit against Innovative Industrial Properties, Inc. (NYSE: IIPR, IIPR-PA), if they purchased the Company's securities between May 7, 2020 and April 13, 2022, inclusive (the "Class Period"). This action is pending in the United States District Court for the District of New Jersey.
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Innovative Industrial and certain of its executives are charged with failing to disclose material information during the Class Period, violating federal securities laws.
The alleged false and misleading statements and omissions include, but are not limited to, that: (i) the Company's focus is to be a cannabis company lender rather than a real estate investment trust (REIT); (ii) the true values of the Company's properties are significantly lower than represented; (iii) the Company's top customers experienced significant issues; (iv) as a result, its top customers may not be able to continue making payments to the Company and it would face significant issues replacing these customers; and (v) as a result of the foregoing, the Company's financial statements were materially false and misleading at all relevant times.
When the true details entered the market, the price of the Company's shares fell, damaging investors.
The case is Mallozzi v. Innovative Industrial Properties, Inc., et al., No. 22-cv- 2359.
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MADISON, Wis. (AP) _ The winning numbers in Friday evening's drawing of the Wisconsin Lottery's "Daily Pick 3" game were:
9-9-0
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¶ Maximum prize: $500
MADISON, Wis. (AP) _ The winning numbers in Friday evening's drawing of the Wisconsin Lottery's "Daily Pick 3" game were:
9-9-0
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History with Will Zalatoris in push for first major title at US PGA Championship
History was firmly on the side of Will Zalatoris as he looked to convert his halfway lead into a first major title in the US PGA Championship.
Zalatoris made the most of being on the right side of the draw to card a bogey-free second round of 65 for a halfway total of nine under par, one shot ahead of Chile’s Mito Pereira.
And the 25-year-old American, who is yet to win on the PGA Tour, was made aware in his post-round press conference that the winner of each of the previous seven majors at Southern Hills had led or shared the lead after 36 holes.
“I think history to me, it is what it is, but I’m going to go out and do my job, and hopefully it’s enough at the end,” said Zalatoris, who was runner-up in the 2021 Masters and had recorded four top-10 finishes in his seven major appearances before this week.
“I’ve got a long 36 holes ahead of me. You’re able to plot your way around this golf course and if you hit as many greens as you possibly can, it’s kind of hard to mess it up.
“(But) you still can. If you get on the wrong slopes it still has a little bit of the attitude of like Augusta, where you can hit 18 greens and walk off that place and shoot 80.”
Former world number one Justin Thomas was three shots off the pace on six under, with two-time Masters champion Bubba Watson another stroke back after equalling the championship record with a superb 63.
Rory McIlroy could only add a 71 to his opening 65 to fall five shots off the pace.
Round of the day
Will Zalatoris carded a flawless 65 to lead by one from Mito Pereira, who shot 64, but it was Bubba Watson who produced the lowest score with a 63.
Shot of the day
Zalatoris was fortunate to avoid the creek on the 17th and looked to be blocked out by the trees, but produced a brilliant approach to set up his fifth and final birdie of the day.
Statistic of the day
Some good news for Zalatoris fans from golf statistician Justin Ray.
Tweet of the day
Ray reacts to Woods making the cut despite all the injuries he has suffered in his career, most recently to his right leg in an horrific car accident in February last year.
Key tee times (all BST)
1430 Shaun Norris, Tiger Woods1930 Rory McIlroy, Abraham Ancer1940 Justin Thomas, Bubba Watson1950 Will Zalatoris, Mito Pereira
Weather forecast
Showers and isolated thunderstorms will be likely on Saturday as a front slowly works southward. Showers should taper off by mid to late afternoon with northerly winds increasing to 15-20mph, gusting to 30mph. Temperatures will be much cooler with morning highs in the mid 60s and dropping into the 50s for the afternoon.
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New Delhi: India is facing its worst power crisis in over six years as a heatwave bakes vast swathes of South Asia, causing widespread power outages.
Here is a summary of the factors behind the crunch.
Why is India facing a power crisis?
A surge in air-conditioning demand due to an unrelenting heatwave this year, and an economic recovery due to removal of all COVID-related curbs on industrial activity, pushed power demand to record highs in April.
New hybrid work models adopted since COVID-19 struck in 2020 have resulted in millions of Indians working from home, boosting residential daytime power use. The gap between power supplied and consumed has often been wider at night when solar supplies stop and air conditioning demand surges.
Many power plants ran out of fuel as a result of increasing output aggressively, with average coal stocks held by utilities at the lowest for this time of the year in at least 9 years.
Despite record production by state-run Coal India, which accounts for 80% of domestic coal output, many utilities were not able to replenish stocks due to Indian Railways' inability to supply enough trains Coal India.
What is India doing?
The crisis has pushed India to reverse a policy to slash thermal coal imports to zero, and asked utilities to continue importing for three years.
It also invoked an emergency law to start generation at all plants running on imported coal, many of which are currently shut due to high international coal prices.
The low inventories have forced Coal India to divert supplies to utilities at the expense of the non-power sector. State-run Indian Railways has cancelled passenger trains to free up tracks for the movement of coal.
India is also planning to reopen more than 100 coal mines previously considered financially unsustainable.
Who is impacted by the crisis?
According to citizen-survey platform LocalCircles, nearly half of its 35,000 respondents from across the country said they faced power outages this month.
Factories in at least three states have been forced shut for hours as authorities struggled to handle demand.
As the supply of coal to power plants operated by energy intensive industries was restricted, factories started drawing power from the grid, hiking industrial costs and putting further pressure on overworked coal-fired power plants.
Power use by eastern Odisha state, home to the country's biggest aluminium smelters and steel mills, rose over 30% in October-March, nearly ten times the average national growth.
What's next?
Officials and analysts expect India to face more power cuts this year due to low coal inventories and as electricity demand is expected to rise at the fastest pace in at least 38 years.
Power generation from coal-fired plants, which account for nearly 75% of India's annual electricity output, is expected to grow 17.6% this year, the highest rate in over a decade.
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As the weather warms up, the B.C. government is reminding drivers to share the road with horses and riders, especially in rural areas.
“Horses and their riders are recognized road users in the Motor Vehicle Act,” the province said in a news release.
Last year, the government improved its signage to alert drivers to use extra caution, allow extra room and be courteous when passing horses and riders. Signs remind drivers and riders to “share the road,” as they do with cyclists and pedestrians.
The reminder comes as the Cariboo Country Carriage Club is preparing to host a carriage driving competition in 70 Mile House this weekend, May 21-22, at the Huber Farm. The club, which trains horse-drawn carriage drivers on roads in and around 70 Mile House, lobbied for the signs in 2011.
The club hosts a bulk of the carriage competitions in B.C.
“It really does benefit because people know that’s there as a warning so if they see them they slow down,” said Dennis Huber.
The signs, a collaboration between the ministry and the Horse Council of B.C., are available for any regions that want to improve awareness in areas where horseback riding is popular.
Huber said they will be lobbying to put up more signs around the province, noting they would be useful in areas like Lone Butte or Buffalo Creek. He noted areas on Vancouver Island and in Quesnel and Telwa are also looking into it.
“They could be all over the place before too long,” he said.
The province urges horse riders to use caution and stay alert for diverse road users, even when signs are not present. They should also take care when travelling on narrow roads or in times of low visibility, such as dusk or dawn. Riders should wear reflective vests, as well as outfit horses with high-visibility leg bands when possible.
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Five destinations to celebrate International Tea Day
By IANS | Published: May 21, 2022 09:27 AM2022-05-21T09:27:02+5:302022-05-21T09:35:16+5:30
New Delhi, May 21 Tea, tea, tea! Most people can't get enough of this soothing brew. On May ...
New Delhi, May 21 Tea, tea, tea! Most people can't get enough of this soothing brew. On May 21st, International Tea Day celebrates the cultural and economic significance of tea around the world, emphasizing how much joy and comfort this beverage can bring.
Booking.com commemorates the occasion by compiling a list of five tea-themed destinations from around the world. With 44 percent of Indian travellers eager to try the best places for food and drink on their next trip, International Tea Day is the ideal excuse to visit historic and scenic locations.
Tea is a global phenomenon, and every country, from Argentina to Malaysia, has its own way of drinking it. Discover the exciting destinations behind the drinks, from the rich flavourful tea leaves of Darjeeling to the vibrant mint leaves of Morocco.
Darjeeling, India
The West Bengal district of Darjeeling is known for its abundance of tea gardens, with over 80 stretching across acres of land. The emerald-green Darjeeling Tea Garden, located in the foothills of the mountains, produces tea with such an intense aroma and spicy flavour that it's often referred to as the 'champagne of teas.' When not admiring the majestic Khangchendzonga, the world's third highest peak, visitors can visit Buddhist monasteries and ride the 140-year-old Darjeeling Himalayan Railway.
Where to stay: The blissful hill resort Mayfair Darjeeling, with spectacular views overlooking the valley, is a tranquil spot with easy access to the Darjeeling Tea Garden. Classic Indian rooms exude old world charm and elegance with carved wooden furnishings and colourful prints. The hotel features a spa, state-of-the-art gym, pool and tea boutique. Wake up to birdsong and spend the day exploring the stunning tea gardens.
Harrogate, United Kingdom
English breakfast tea is a British tradition that has evolved over time to include a variety of brews such as decaf and gold standard. Harrogate is home to one of the UK's most popular Yorkshire tea brands, which blends tea leaves from Assam and East Africa to create unique, flavorful combinations. Visit York and enjoy a delightful Afternoon Tea Boat Cruise along the picturesque River Ouse, where visitors will learn about the city's mediaeval history. York Minster, one of the world's largest and most beautiful Gothic cathedrals, is a must-see.
Where to stay: The Chapel Boutique Bed and Breakfast, situated in the heart of the town, is ideally located near local sites including the Harrogate Turkish Baths, Royal Hall Theatre and Royal Pump Room Museum as well as the famous Bettys Café Tea Rooms, serving delicious afternoon teas in Harrogate since 1919. The unique grade II listed chapel conversion boasts luxe rooms with an eccentric and eclectic mix of styles. Following a day of sightseeing and tea tasting, relax on the large balcony overlooking the lush gardens.
Meknes, Morocco
Morocco's favourite beverage is refreshing mint tea. Various blends are produced throughout the country, but the vibrant mint leaves from the picturesque hilltop city of Meknes are said to be the best. A UNESCO-listed ancient medina, meander around the old town to find everything from specialist souks selling beautiful crafts and textiles to teahouses in hidden courtyards and even the occasional donkey strolling around.
Where to stay: Stay in the heart of Meknes at the impressive Riad Mama H&K. Traditionally decorated with the authentic architecture of Morocco including hand-carved wood and geometric tiles, the hotel also features a pretty outdoor terrace. Discover local dishes from tangines to seafood in all their richness and variety at the on-site restaurant or relax by the fireplace with a soothing mint tea.
Misiones, Argentina
The herbal tea Yerba Mate is Argentina's national drink, and is enjoyed for its energy-boosting qualities. It is said to have the strength of coffee, the health benefits of tea, and the joy of chocolate. The leaves are grown in the lush rainforests of Misiones, a northeastern province known for its red earth and papaya fields. The Iguaz National Park is located in Misiones and is home to the magical Iguaz Falls, the world's largest waterfall, where visitors can see bright-billed toucans and colourful butterflies.
Where to stay: Self-catering bungalows Cabanas Doralia in the city of Obera feature a well-equipped kitchen, BBQ terrace, outdoor pool and exquisite garden views. The comfortable accommodation is located near La Ruta Del Te, an Argentinian tea house where travellers can learn from fourth generation tea producers and try Yerba Mate sweetened with agave and served with pastries for an afternoon treat.
Cameron Highlands, Malaysia
The Cameron Highlands, steeped in rich tea-making traditions, is famous for its impressive emerald tea estates and breathtaking mountain views. The Bharat Tea Estate is home to some of the world's most popular tea brands, including Cameroon Valley, which draws flavour inspiration from Sri Lanka and South India. Visitors can quench their thirst with a special high tea at the estate's Tea House before exploring the lush hilly terrain with moss-covered trees, rich wildlife, and exotic plants.
Where to stay: Located a short drive away from the Bharat Tea Estate is Heahtitude, a kitsch vintage guest house with modern amenities. Visitors can enjoy activities around the Cameron Highlands, including hiking and cycling in the Mossy Forest, where Rafflesia, the biggest flowers in the world, can be found. Between trekking and tea culture, it's easy to unwind in the evenings on the beautiful riverside terrace.
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Trump Pays $110,000 Fine For Blocking New York State Tax Probe
Washington:
Former US President Donald Trump has paid a $110,000 high quality for obstructing a significant tax evasion investigation led since 2019 by New York state authorities, a spokesperson introduced Friday.
Trump was ordered April 25 by New York state’s Supreme Court to pay $10,000 a day for so long as he refused to offer accounting and tax paperwork as a part of a civil investigation by the Attorney General of the state, Letitia James, in opposition to the Trump Organization household enterprise.
“On May 19, Donald Trump paid the attorney general’s office $110,000,” a spokesperson for James’s workplace mentioned.
James and the Republican billionaire have been engaged in a fierce procedural battle for months.
On February 17, James was capable of get a New York choose to order Trump and his youngsters Donald Trump Jr. and Ivanka Trump to testify beneath oath within the context of this investigation, by which she suspects fraudulent tax practices.
The Trumps — who accuse James of a “political witch hunt” — have appealed the ruling.
But New York state had additionally demanded accounting and tax paperwork from the Trump Organization earlier than March 31.
Faced with Donald Trump’s refusal, James demanded obtained a ruling on April 25 that he be charged with obstruction.
On May 6, nonetheless, the New York choose suspended the counting of days for which he needs to be fined and determined that Donald Trump would have till Friday May 20 to pay for the interval from April 25 to May 6, or 110,000 for 11 days — which is what he did on Thursday.
According to James’ spokesperson, the Trump camp additionally had till Friday to submit sworn statements regarding the Trump Organization’s request for accounting and tax data.
These paperwork have been certainly collected and produced by a third-party agency on Thursday, in keeping with the identical supply.
The choose should now resolve whether or not the Trump camp have met all of the calls for.
James suspects the Trump Organization fraudulently overstated the worth of actual property properties when making use of for financial institution loans, whereas understating them with the tax authorities with the intention to pay much less in taxes.
Donald Trump can be going through a felony investigation by the Manhattan prosecutor: the Trump Organization and its monetary director Allen Weisselberg have been charged with tax evasion.
They have pleaded not responsible and the trial is because of start this yr.
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The Corgi of PolkaBridge (CORGIB) traded down 3.5% against the US dollar during the 1-day period ending at 0:00 AM E.T. on May 20th. During the last seven days, The Corgi of PolkaBridge has traded 8.6% lower against the US dollar. One The Corgi of PolkaBridge coin can now be purchased for $0.0000 or 0.00000000 BTC on major exchanges. The Corgi of PolkaBridge has a market capitalization of $94,949.07 and $306.00 worth of The Corgi of PolkaBridge was traded on exchanges in the last day.
Here is how related cryptocurrencies have performed during the last day:
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- Tether (USDT) traded 0% lower against the dollar and now trades at $1.00 or 0.00003421 BTC.
- XRP (XRP) traded 4.3% lower against the dollar and now trades at $0.41 or 0.00001405 BTC.
- Wrapped Cardano (WADA) traded down 3.7% against the dollar and now trades at $0.51 or 0.00001762 BTC.
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While Missouri sports betting isn’t legal, horse racing fans can still bet on Preakness 2022. Horse racing betting is legal in Missouri but the state doesn’t have any operating tracks. For the 2022 Preakness, horse racing fans can head on over to the top online racebooks for the best odds and free bet offers.
The Preakness Stakes is set for Saturday, May 21 with nine horses running at the Pimlico Race Course in Baltimore, Maryland. Epicenter has the best Preakness odds but the 2022 Preakness will be up for grabs without 2022 Kentucky Derby-winner Rich Strike in the race.
Horse racing fans can take advantage of Missouri sports betting offers and back their favorite horse for free this weekend. In this article, we’ll walk players through how to bet on Preakness 2022 in Missouri and get up to $5,750 in free horse racing bets.
How to Bet on Preakness 2022 in Missouri
While Missouri sports betting isn’t legal, horse racing fans can still access the best betting offers for the Preakness Stakes at the top online sportsbooks.
For step-by-step instructions on how to bet on Preakness 2022 in Missouri, check out the guide below.
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The Best Missouri Horse Racing Betting Sites for Preakness 2022
The best Missouri sportsbooks are offering free bets, horse racing betting offers, and odd boosts this weekend for the Run for The Black-Eyed Susans.
Horse racing fans can also win big on the Preakness Stakes by entering free contests with $10,000 in cash prizes.
Find the best Missouri horse racing betting sites below.
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Missouri Horse Racing Betting Guide — How to Watch Preakness 2022 in Missouri
- 🏇Triple Crown Race: Preakness 2022
- 📅 Preakness Date: Saturday, May 21, 2022
- 🕙 Preakness 2022 Post Time: 7:01 pm ET
- 🏟 Where is the Preakness Stakes: Pimlico Race Course | Baltimore, Maryland
- 📺 Preakness TV Coverage: NBC
- 🕙 Who Won the Preakness 2021: Rombauer
- 🎲 Preakness Odds: Epicenter +100 | Secret Oath +550 | Early Voting +550
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The second leg of the Triple Crown, Preakness 2022 will take place on Saturday, May 21 at Pimlico Race Course.
Rich Strike, the 80-1 longshot that won the Kentucky Derby, will not be running in the Preakness, which means there will be no Triple Crown winner in 2022.
Still, there is plenty of value for horseplayers that want to bet on the horse races at Pimlico Race Course this weekend.
The 2022 Kentucky Derby featured 20 horses but with just nine Preakness horses in the field at Pimlico, this should be a much friendlier horse race for bettors. In fact, a double-digit longshot has finished first or second in nine of the last 10 Preakness Stakes. Favorites have also performed particularly well historically at the Preakness Stakes and 15 of the last 20 Preakness winners have run in the Kentucky Derby.
This year, Simplification, Happy Jack, and Kentucky Derby runner-up Epicenter are the only horses that raced in the 147th Run for the Roses earlier this month.
Following a second-place finish at Churchill Downs, Epicenter has emerged as the betting favorite with the best Preakness odds at +100.
After Epicenter, Secret Oath (+550) and Early Voting (+550) are next on the Preakness odds board while Simplification (+1000) and Creative Minister (+1200) are among the longshots with a legitimate shot to win.
Kentucky Oaks winner Secret Oath is trying to become just the seventh filly to win the Preakness Stakes in 2022.
Trainer D. Wayne Lukas will also be running with a chance to make history. If Secret Oath finishes as the 2022 Preakness winner, Lukas will tie legends Bob Baffert and Robert Wyndham Waldon for the most Preakness wins of all time (seven).
Check out the table below for the best Preakness odds from BetOnline, one of the best horse racing betting sites in Missouri.
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The Best Missouri Horse Racing Betting Sites for Preakness 2022
Not everyone will be able to make it to Pimlico Race Course this week but horse racing fans can still bet on the 2022 Preakness with the best online sportsbooks. In fact, Missouri horse racing fans can boost their bankroll and back their favorite Preakness horses for free.
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While Rich Strike stole the show at the Kentucky Derby, Creative Minister had one of the most impressive runs in the undercards at Churchill Downs. In a 1 1/16 mile race, Creative Minister ran 108 equibase speed figure, the highest in Saturday’s field. He also won that race by 2 ¾ lengths.
In three starts, the colt has two wins and a second-place finish. He finished second in his career debut at Gulfstream but has answered the call since. Look for Creative Minister to make some noise at Pimlico Race Course.
Take Creative Minister to win the 2022 Preakness.
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Why The Nampa School Board Made the Right Move Booting Books
The recent 3-2 vote by the Nampa School Board to ban 22 books forever has caused many reactions. Social media has condemned the 'censorship' of the selected material. But doesn't a community have the right to enforce its own community standards?
Conservatives have complained about the erosion of morals, values, and ethics on radio, television, and the internet. Idahoans have no control over what is broadcast or whatever is presented on various platforms.
Unlike other Idaho cities, Nampa has decided to fight back against the wokeness. The parents, the gatekeepers, have every right to determine what their children are exposed to at their school library.
The Book List
The Idaho Press shared the list of books that have been given the boot in Nampa. Here's the list of books that will be removed: Kite Runner," by Khaled Hosseini; "Leah on the Offbeat," by Becky Albertalli; "The Prince and the Dressmaker," by Jen Wang; "Thirteen Reasons Why," by Jay Asher; "The 57 Bus," by Dashka Slater; "Drama," by Raina Telgemeier; "Looking for Alaska," by John Green; "The Bluest Eye," by Toni Morrison; "The Handmaid's Tale," by Margaret Atwood; "l8r, g8r," by Lauren Myracle; "Out of Darkness," by Ashley Hope Perez; "The Perks of Being a Wallflower," by Stephen Chbosky; "Crank," by Ellen Hopkins; "The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-time Indian;" by Sherman Alexie; "City of Heavenly Fire," by Cassandra Clare; "Clockwork Princess," by Cassanrda Clare; "Eleanor and Park," by Rainbow Rowell; "Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close," by Jonathan Safran Foer; "Sold," by Patricia McCormick; "Speak," by Laurie Halse Anderson; "33 Snowfish," by Adam Rapp; and "It's Perfectly Normal: Changing Bodies, Growing Up, Sex, and Sexual Health," by Robie H. Harris.
Local Control
Will the world end if kids are not exposed to those books listed above? We all know that there are other options to read books if they aren't in a library. Taxpayers should be encouraged by this local decision and seek to hold their school boards accountable. Nampa has made the right decision in protecting their children.
It's not easy to take a stand in the overly saturated, divisive world that we live in. The easy way out would be to either complain or ignore the problem. The media will not acknowledge that Americans must ensure that their kids are being educated and not indoctrinated. School libraries should reflect a communities values, not promote counter values. In Nampa, parents are the deciders. Let's hope that other Idaho communities will follow their lead. | https://liteonline.com/why-the-nampa-school-board-made-the-right-move-booting-books/ | 2022-05-21T04:39:23Z | https://liteonline.com/why-the-nampa-school-board-made-the-right-move-booting-books/ | true | 2 |
Dodgers first. Mookie Betts called out on strikes. Freddie Freeman singles to shallow center field. Trea Turner walks. Freddie Freeman to second. Will Smith walks. Trea Turner to second. Freddie Freeman to third. Justin Turner grounds out to shallow infield, Rhys Hoskins to Ranger Suarez. Will Smith to second. Trea Turner to third. Freddie Freeman scores. Chris Taylor strikes out swinging.
1 run, 1 hit, 0 errors, 2 left on. Dodgers 1, Phillies 0.
Dodgers second. Cody Bellinger strikes out on a foul tip. Hanser Alberto singles to left field. Gavin Lux reaches on a fielder's choice to shallow infield. Hanser Alberto out at second. Mookie Betts doubles to shallow left field. Gavin Lux to third. Freddie Freeman singles to shallow center field. Mookie Betts scores. Gavin Lux scores. Trea Turner strikes out swinging.
2 runs, 3 hits, 0 errors, 1 left on. Dodgers 3, Phillies 0.
Dodgers ninth. Freddie Freeman singles to center field. Trea Turner out on a sacrifice fly to deep center field to Roman Quinn. Freddie Freeman scores. Will Smith strikes out swinging. Justin Turner flies out to deep right field to Roman Quinn.
1 run, 1 hit, 1 error, 0 left on. Dodgers 4, Phillies 0.
Phillies ninth. Nick Castellanos strikes out on a foul tip. Jean Segura grounds out to shallow infield, Trea Turner to Freddie Freeman. Kyle Schwarber doubles to deep left center field. J.T. Realmuto doubles to left field. Kyle Schwarber scores. Johan Camargo singles to shallow infield. J.T. Realmuto to third. Odubel Herrera strikes out swinging.
1 run, 3 hits, 0 errors, 2 left on. Dodgers 4, Phillies 1. | https://www.newstimes.com/sports/article/L-A-Dodgers-Philadelphia-Runs-17188577.php | 2022-05-21T04:42:15Z | https://www.newstimes.com/sports/article/L-A-Dodgers-Philadelphia-Runs-17188577.php | true | null |
To see a covey in a dream
So, what does this dream mean? What does it mean? How has it been interpreted? Having such a dream indicates that one's luck will increase and he will have a lucky year. A flock of birds is sometimes a harbinger of a calamity that will strike the society in which a person lives. A more detailed explanation of seeing a flock of birds in a dream is in our news.
The person who follows the covey in his dream enters a congregation and accepts their teachings. This dream is sometimes interpreted that you will be in a community that you do not know and that you will undertake an important task in this community. If a covey, in which there are many birds, takes off and does not return, indicates that you will miss some opportunities. Seeing a coveyperched on a roof or tree is interpreted as an event that will happen to you soon or a news you will hear.
to be in a covey in a dream
Anyone who sees such a dream or joins that covey will attain great benefits and sovereignty. To see that there is a bird in a coveyin your dream indicates that you will soon start a joint business or do business with a group, and sometimes you will spend time with a group of people you do not know. The person flying with a coveyin his dream will achieve his desires and wishes. If you see that you are flying even though it has no wings, it means that you will receive great and good news.
To see that birds are flying in a dream
Birds are flying in a dream and not coming back are missed opportunities. It is interpreted that you will have a great opportunity to see the birds fly and come back, or you will have a good success if you make use of these opportunities.
Interpretation of seeing covey in a dream
This dream is an indication of the person's desire for freedom and the desire to get rid of what they have been through. The person who sees this dream is not happy with the situations and places he lives in, and he seeks to make a new start by leaving all of them as soon as possible. Sometimes, this dream indicates that you are in a spiritually confused period. | https://www.bolgegundem.com/to-see-a-covey-in-a-dream-3046639h.htm | 2022-05-21T04:51:52Z | https://www.bolgegundem.com/to-see-a-covey-in-a-dream-3046639h.htm | false | 1 |
KUALA LUMPUR: Former deputy chief executive officer of Education Malaysia Global Services (EMGS), the first individual charged under the Whistleblower Protection Act 2010, was freed by the Sessions Court here yesterday from the charge of causing a whistleblower who exposed his misconduct to the Malaysian Ati-Corruption Commission to be sacked.
Judge Suzana Hussin acquitted and discharged Wafiy Abd Aziz, 37, after finding that the prosecution failed to establish a prima facie case against the accused at the end of its case.
Wafiy was accused of taking action that harmed an informer, by provoking the EMGS chairman Datuk Abdul Rahman Mohamed Shariff to sign the termination of employment document against the employee, in retaliation for the employee’s exposure of his improper conduct to MACC.
He was alleged to have committed the offence at the EMGS office at Jalan Mayang Sari, here, on Jan 9.
He was charged under Section 10(3)(b) of the Whistleblower Protection Act 2010 (Act 711) and can be sentenced under Section 10(6) of the same act, which carries a fine not exceeding RM100,000 or a jail term of not more than 15 years or both, if convicted.
The trial began on April 27 last year during which the prosecution called 17 prosecution witnesses, including Abdul Rahman and EMGS CEO Shahinuddin Shariff. - Bernama | https://www.thesundaily.my/local/first-person-charged-under-whistleblower-protection-act-freed-ED9225655 | 2022-05-21T04:55:08Z | https://www.thesundaily.my/local/first-person-charged-under-whistleblower-protection-act-freed-ED9225655 | true | 2 |
State superintendent restarts math SOL review
Published 6:06 pm Wednesday, May 18, 2022
Superintendent of Public Instruction Jillian Balow announced on Tuesday, May 17 that the Virginia Department of Education will host six public engagement sessions to allow parents, families and community members to participate in the review and revision of the 2016 Mathematics Standards of Learning.
“Parents care about what their children learn in school, and have a right to be engaged at the beginning of the standards-review process, as opposed to being presented with draft standards aligned with a predetermined outcome,” Balow said. “We will have an open process for updating Virginia’s math standards and ensure that all of our students are able to pursue the highest level of academic rigor they are capable of achieving.”
The sessions — five in-person and one virtual — will begin with presentations by VDOE staff about the SOL-revision process, followed by an opportunity for participants to share feedback about the commonwealth’s current math standards and suggest revisions.
The schedule for the public engagement sessions is as follows:
May 18 — John Tyler Community College, 13101 Route 1 (formerly Jefferson Davis Highway), Chester, Nicholas Center, Room 102 A.
May 19 —Tidewater Community College, 1428 Cedar, Chesapeake, Chesapeake Student Center, Chesapeake Bay Room.
May 23 — Northern Virginia Community College, 8333 Little River Turnpike, Annandale, Richard J. Ernst Community Cultural Center.
June 8 — New River Community College, 5251 College Drive, Dublin, Edwards Hall, Room 117.
June 9 — Blue Ridge Community College, One College Lane, Weyers Cave, Robert E. Plecker Workforce Center.
June 13 — Virtual session for those unable to attend an in-person session.
All of the sessions will begin at 7 p.m. Online registration is encouraged but not required for the in-person sessions. Advance registration is required for the virtual session. After registering, participants will receive a confirmation email with directions for joining the virtual meeting.
The General Assembly requires the Board of Education to review and revise standards every seven years. Under a schedule presented to the board in January, VDOE staff will present draft revised math standards to the board in March 2023, with final adoption in the fall.
VDOE launched the initial process for reviewing and revising the 2016 math standards in 2020 as the “Virginia Mathematics Pathways Initiative.” As originally proposed, the initiative would have limited students from taking advanced math courses before the 11th grade. Governor Glenn Youngkin rescinded the initiative on January 15 as part of Executive Order One. | https://www.farmvilleherald.com/2022/05/state-superintendent-restarts-math-sol-review/ | 2022-05-21T05:02:25Z | https://www.farmvilleherald.com/2022/05/state-superintendent-restarts-math-sol-review/ | true | 2 |
Chandigarh, May 20
The Cyber Crime Investigation Cell (CCIC) of the UT police has arrested a Nashik resident for allegedly duping a woman of Rs 3 lakh on the pretext of providing her son a job in the merchant navy. The suspect earlier worked in the merchant navy for three years and was at present running a recruitment agency.
The complainant, Yogesh Chaudhary, reported that she was looking for a job for her son when her relative, residing in Nashik, Maharastra, provided her the contact number of the suspect, Umesh Popat Pardeshi. She was told that Umesh could help in getting a job for her son in the merchant navy.
The complainant contacted the suspect, who stated that he would provide a job of a technical assistant in a Singapore-based company.
The suspect made the complainant transfer Rs 3 lakh in a bank account in lieu of providing the job. However, the suspect neither provided the job nor returned the money.
The police registered a case and a team, led by Inspector Hari Om, in-charge, CCIC, arrested the suspect from Nashik on May 18. The police produced him in a court at Nashik and obtained his transit remand. He was produced in a local court today and remanded in three-day custody.
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HyreCar (NASDAQ:HYRE – Get Rating) was upgraded by Zacks Investment Research from a “hold” rating to a “buy” rating in a report released on Friday, Zacks.com reports. The firm presently has a $1.25 target price on the stock. Zacks Investment Research‘s price objective indicates a potential upside of 7.76% from the company’s previous close.
According to Zacks, “HyreCar Inc. operates as a platform as a service company. It offers a car-sharing platform which allows car owners to rent their idle cars to ride-sharing service drivers. HyreCar Inc. is based in Los Angeles, United States. “
Several other research analysts have also issued reports on the stock. DA Davidson decreased their price target on shares of HyreCar from $16.00 to $6.00 and set a “buy” rating for the company in a research note on Wednesday, March 16th. Maxim Group reduced their price objective on shares of HyreCar from $8.00 to $4.00 in a research note on Wednesday. Finally, Northland Securities reduced their price objective on shares of HyreCar from $18.00 to $7.00 in a research note on Wednesday, March 16th.
HyreCar (NASDAQ:HYRE – Get Rating) last posted its earnings results on Tuesday, March 15th. The company reported ($0.14) EPS for the quarter. The company had revenue of $9.56 million during the quarter, compared to analysts’ expectations of $10.01 million. HyreCar had a negative return on equity of 350.80% and a negative net margin of 63.66%. During the same period in the prior year, the business posted ($0.23) earnings per share. Analysts expect that HyreCar will post -1.27 earnings per share for the current fiscal year.
Several hedge funds have recently made changes to their positions in the company. State Street Corp grew its stake in shares of HyreCar by 3.4% in the first quarter. State Street Corp now owns 1,676,054 shares of the company’s stock worth $3,989,000 after acquiring an additional 55,818 shares during the period. BlackRock Inc. grew its stake in shares of HyreCar by 1.9% in the fourth quarter. BlackRock Inc. now owns 1,142,834 shares of the company’s stock worth $5,382,000 after acquiring an additional 21,303 shares during the period. GSA Capital Partners LLP bought a new stake in shares of HyreCar in the first quarter worth approximately $1,170,000. Sage Rhino Capital LLC grew its stake in shares of HyreCar by 3.1% in the first quarter. Sage Rhino Capital LLC now owns 373,326 shares of the company’s stock worth $889,000 after acquiring an additional 11,229 shares during the period. Finally, Geode Capital Management LLC grew its stake in shares of HyreCar by 58.4% in the fourth quarter. Geode Capital Management LLC now owns 307,029 shares of the company’s stock worth $1,446,000 after acquiring an additional 113,216 shares during the period. Hedge funds and other institutional investors own 66.01% of the company’s stock.
HyreCar Company Profile (Get Rating)
HyreCar Inc, together with subsidiaries, operates a web-based car-sharing marketplace in the United States. Its marketplace allows car and fleet owners to rent their idle cars to ride-sharing service drivers, such as Uber and Lyft drivers. HyreCar Inc was incorporated in 2014 and is headquartered in Los Angeles, California.
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What the new Australian government needs to do as Great Barrier Reef suffers fourth bleaching in seven years
The next federal government has to phase out fossil fuel use and exports as quickly as possible, if they are serious about saving the Great Barrier Reef
Widespread coral bleaching has now occurred on the Great Barrier Reef for the fourth time in seven years. As the world has heated up more and more, there’s less and less chance for corals to recover.
This year, the Scott Morrison government announced a A$1 billion plan to help the reef. This plan tackles some of the problems the reef faces – like poor water quality from floods as well as agricultural and industrial runoff. But it makes no mention of the elephant in the room. The world’s largest living assemblage of organisms is facing collapse because of one major threat: climate change.
Scientists have warned about this for decades. Australia has doubled down on coal and gas exports with subsidies of $20 billion in the past two years. When these fossil fuels are burned, they produce carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases that trap more Heat in the atmosphere that also warms the ocean.
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If the next federal government wants to save the reef, it must tackle the main reason it is in trouble by phasing out fossil fuel use and exports as quickly as possible. Otherwise it’s like putting band-aids on an arterial wound. But to help the reef get through the next decades of warming we’ve already locked in, we will still need that $1 billion to help reduce other stressors.
Why is this new bleaching event such bad news?
Past bleaching events have been linked to El Niño events. Stable atmospheric conditions can bring calm, cloud-free periods that heat up the water around the reef. That can bring extreme Summer temperatures – and that is when corals bleach.
This year is a La Niña, which can bring warmer-than-usual temperatures but also tends to bring more clouds, rain, and storms that mix up the waters. These usually spread the heat to the deeper parts of the ocean and mean lower Temperature for corals. Not this time.
Global warming means corals are already close to their bleaching threshold, and it doesn’t take much heat to tip the balance. Water temperatures across the reef have been several degrees hotter than the long-term average. And the corals are feeling the heat.
Four times in seven years means that bleaching events are accelerating. Predictions have suggested that bleaching will become an annual event in a little over two decades. It may not be that long.
You always remember the first time you see bleaching in real life. For co-author Jodie, that was in 2016, off Lizard Island, a previously pristine part of the reef far from human impacts or water quality issues. The water was shockingly warm. Looking at our dive computers, we saw that the temperatures we had been simulating in our laboratories for 2050 were already here.
For a week, the marine heatwave pushed the corals to their limits. When corals experience heat stress, some initially turn fluorescent while others go stark white. Then the water goes murky – that’s death in the water. It’s heartbreaking to see. Grief is common among marine scientists right now.
Corals can recover from bleaching if they get a recovery period. But annual bleaching means there is not enough time for proper recovery. Even the most robust corals can’t survive this year after year.
Some people hope the reef can adapt to hotter conditions – but there is little evidence it can happen fast enough to outpace warming. While some fish can move to Cooler waters further south, corals face ocean acidification, yet another problem caused by carbon dioxide emissions. As CO₂ is absorbed by the ocean, the changed chemistry makes it harder for corals to build their skeleton (and for other marine organisms to form a shell). There’s no safe place for corals to go.
What does the next government need to do?
The evidence is clear. We see it with our own eyes. We’re barrelling towards catastrophic levels of warming, and there’s not enough action.
As it stands, policies on offer by our two major parties will not save the reef, according to new research by Climate Analytics. Current Coalition emissions reduction targets of 26-28 per cent by 2030 would lead to a three degrees Celsius warmer world, which would be devastating for the Great Barrier Reef.
Labor’s policies of a 43 per cent reduction by 2030 still lead to two degrees Celsius of warming. The teal independents and the Greens have policies compatible with keeping warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius, though how to achieve those goals is unclear. What is clear is that every tenth of a degree matters.
We need leaders who are serious about climate action. Who can acknowledge the truth that the problem is real, that we’re causing it, and that it’s hurting us right now.
There are still a few people sceptical that humans can change the climate. But today the changes are apparent.
The words “unprecedented” and “record-breaking” are starting to lose relevance for natural disasters because they are used more and more. Australians faced the 2019/20 Black Summer of megafires. This year we’ve had major flooding. Marine heatwaves have killed off almost all of Tasmania’s giant kelp.
But climate impacts are also being seen around the world – extraordinary drought gripping California, fires in melting Siberia and events scientists consider to be “virtually impossible without the influence of human-caused climate change”. That includes the accelerating impacts on coral reefs worldwide.
We need government policies matching the scale and urgency of the threat. That means getting to net zero as soon as possible. It isn’t only about the reef – it’s about all land and sea natural systems vulnerable to climate change, and the people who rely on them.
No developed country has more to lose from inaction on climate than Australia. But no country has more to gain by shifting to clean energy, through new economic opportunities, new jobs, and better protection for our natural treasures.
Jodie L. Rummer, Associate Professor & Principal Research Fellow, James Cook University and Scott F. Heron, Associate Professor in Physics, James Cook University
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POKROVSK, Ukraine (AP) — In what would be its biggest victory yet in the war with Ukraine, Russia claimed to have captured Mariupol after a nearly three-month siege that reduced much of the strategic port city to a smoking ruin, with over 20,000 civilians feared dead.
Russian Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu reported to President Vladimir Putin the “complete liberation” of the Azovstal steel plant in Mariupol — the last stronghold of Ukrainian resistance — and the city as a whole, spokesman Igor Konashenkov said Friday.
There was no immediate confirmation from Ukraine.
Russia’s state news agency RIA Novosti quoted the ministry as saying a total of 2,439 Ukrainian fighters who had been holed up at the steelworks had surrendered since Monday, including over 500 on Friday.
As they surrendered, the troops were taken prisoner by the Russians, and at least some were taken to a former penal colony. Others were said to be hospitalized.
The defense of the steel mill had been led by Ukraine’s Azov Regiment, whose far-right origins have been seized on by the Kremlin as part of an effort to cast its invasion as a battle against Nazi influence in Ukraine. Russia said the Azov commander was taken away from the plant in an armored vehicle.
Russian authorities have threatened to investigate some of the steel mill's defenders for war crimes and put them on trial, branding them “Nazis” and criminals. That has stirred international fears about their fate.
The steelworks, which sprawled across 11 square kilometers (4 square miles), had been the site of fierce fighting for weeks. The dwindling group of outgunned fighters had held out, drawing Russian airstrikes, artillery and tank fire, before their government ordered them to abandon the plant's defense and save themselves.
The complete takeover of Mariupol gives Putin a badly needed victory in the war he began on Feb. 24 — a conflict that was supposed to have been a lightning conquest for the Kremlin but instead has seen the failure to take the capital of Kyiv, a pullback of forces to refocus on eastern Ukraine, and the sinking of the flagship of Russia's Black Sea fleet.
Military analysts said Mariupol's capture at this point is of mostly symbolic importance, since the city was already effectively under Moscow’s control and most of the Russian forces that were tied down by the fighting there had already left.
In other developments Friday, the West moved to pour billions more in aid into Ukraine, and fighting raged in the Donbas, the industrial heartland in eastern Ukraine that Putin is bent on capturing.
Russian forces shelled a vital highway and kept up attacks on a key city in the Luhansk region, hitting a school among other sites, Ukrainian authorities said. Luhansk is part of the Donbas.
The Kremlin had sought control of Mariupol to complete a land corridor between Russia and the Crimean Peninsula, which it seized from Ukraine in 2014, and free up troops to join the larger battle for the Donbas. The city's loss also deprives Ukraine of a vital seaport.
Mariupol endured some of the worst suffering of the war and became a worldwide symbol of defiance. An estimated 100,000 people remained out a prewar population of 450,000, many trapped without food, water, heat or electricity. Relentless bombardment left rows upon rows of shattered or hollowed-out buildings.
A maternity hospital was hit with a lethal Russian airstrike on March 9, producing searing images of pregnant women being evacuated from the place. A week later, about 300 people were reported killed in a bombing of a theater where civilians were taking shelter, although the real death toll could be closer to 600.
Satellite images in April showed what appeared to be mass graves just outside Mariupol, where local officials accused Russia of concealing the slaughter by burying up to 9,000 civilians.
Earlier this month, hundreds of civilians were evacuated from the plant during humanitarian cease-fires and spoke of the terror of ceaseless bombardment, the dank conditions underground and the fear that they wouldn't make it out alive.
As the end drew near at Azovstal, wives of fighters who held out at the steelworks told of what they feared would be their last contact with their husbands.
Olga Boiko, wife of a marine, wiped away tears as she said that her husband had written her on Thursday: “Hello. We surrender, I don’t know when I will get in touch with you and if I will at all. Love you. Kiss you. Bye.”
Natalia Zaritskaya, wife of another fighter at Azovstal, said that based on the messages she had seen over the past two days, “Now they are on the path from hell to hell. Every inch of this path is deadly.”
She said that two days ago, her husband reported that of the 32 soldiers with whom he had served, only eight survived, most of them seriously wounded.
While Russia described the troops leaving the steel plant as a mass surrender, the Ukrainians called it a mission fulfilled. They said the fighters had tied down Moscow's forces and hindered their bid to seize the east.
Mykhailo Podolyak, an adviser to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, described the defense of Mariupol as “the Thermopylae of the 21st century” — a reference to one of history’s most glorious defeats, in which 300 Spartans held off a much larger Persian force in 480 B.C. before finally succumbing.
In other developments Friday:
— Zelenskyy said Russia should be made to pay for every home, school, hospital and business it destroys. He called on Ukraine’s partners to seize Russian funds and property under their jurisdiction and use them to create a fund to compensate those who suffered.
Russia "would feel the true weight of every missile, every bomb, every shell that it has fired at us,” he said in his nightly video address.
— The Group of Seven major economies and global financial institutions agreed to provide more money to bolster Ukraine’s finances, bringing the total to $19.8 billion. In the U.S., President Joe Biden was expected to sign a $40 billion package of military and economic aid to Ukraine and its allies.
— Russia will cut off natural gas to Finland on Saturday, the Finnish state energy company said, just days after Finland applied to join NATO. Finland had refused Moscow’s demand that it pay for gas in rubles. The cutoff is not expected to have any major immediate effect. Natural gas accounted for just 6% of Finland’s total energy consumption in 2020, Finnish broadcaster YLE said.
— A captured Russian soldier accused of killing a civilian awaited his fate in Ukraine’s first war crimes trial. Sgt. Vadim Shishimarin, 21, could get life in prison.
— Russian lawmakers proposed a bill to lift the age limit of 40 for Russians volunteering for military service. Currently, all Russian men 18 to 27 must undergo a year of service, though many get college deferments and other exemptions.
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McQuillan reported from Lviv. Stashevskyi reported from Kyiv. Associated Press journalists Yuras Karmanau in Lviv, Andrea Rosa in Kharkiv, Jamey Keaten in Geneva and other AP staffers around the world contributed.
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Aviva Investors has hired Blackrock veteran Sam Tripuraneni as head of sustainable outcomes.
In this role, Tripuraneni will oversee the firm's stewardship and sustainable outcomes franchises, encompassing the climate transition, social transition and natural capital transition suite of products.
Tripuraneni joins Aviva Investors from BlackRock where he spent seven years, most recently as a director in its sustainable investing team.Prior to that, he was a relationship manager in the firm's UK defined contribution sales team.
He will also lead on developing the existing sustainable funds' processes, related data and quantitative research models, and the quantification and delivery of sustainability impacts.
This will include overseeing ESG thematic research and how this is integrated across market asset classes, as well contributing to product development for new sustainability and impact strategies.
Based in London, he reports to Mirza Baig, global head of ESG investments, and manages a team of eight sustainability specialists.
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Baig said: "I am pleased to welcome Sam to Aviva Investors in this strategic role for the business.
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BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) _ The winning numbers in Friday evening's drawing of the Louisiana Lottery's "Pick 4" game were:
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Simon Spinks was just four years old when he fell in love with cars. “My grandad had Alvis cars and I remember being about four years old and sitting on his knee and being allowed to steer one of them - I’ve still got that car.”
Since then cars have been a big influence in Spinks’s life.
It was while making a kit car with his dad that he came up with the idea for the innovative mattress pocket spring that once sold would seal the future for the fifth generation family business, Harrison Spinks. He has also gone on to collect ‘two or three nice cars’ and loves nothing more than tinkering with them and then taking them for a drive.
But he struggled to find anywhere in the North of England to show off his cars to like-minded people. The Leeds businessman, who also owns Spinks Events, bought a disused unit on an airfield near Sherburn in Elmet four years ago.
“I bought it to make (bed) springs as the factory in Leeds was hitting capacity, “ explains Spinks, who tries to locally source as much as he can for his mattresses. from drawing the wire for the unique spring technology to growing natural fillings on their own 300-acre farm in Tadcaster.
But while planning how to renovate the old unit, Spinks hit on another idea.
“I had been thinking for some time that we needed somewhere in the North where people with nice cars could come together. I thought we’d put a bit of a workshop in as well.”
He decided to organise a meeting of car enthusiasts on his site at Sherburn one Sunday and put on a wagon serving coffee and sausage sandwiches and advertised it on social media.
“Three hundred and fifty cars turned up. And the numbers have been growing ever since. On the last the last Bank Holiday they have more than 1,200 cars. I thought we’d get petrol heads like me.
“But what surprised me was the number of families coming for a day out to show off their pride and joy and to appreciate other people’s. We have everything from Ferraris to an old Fiesta. More people were gathered round the Fiesta than the Ferrari - even the Ferrari owner. It really doesn’t matter what your car is.”
He created a garage so that people could have their cars worked on and soon realised that he needed more than a small food van to cater for the hungry masses that attended the events every Sunday. And so he added a cafe.
“Nothing was planned,” admits Spinks. “It all grew pretty organically from the demand as we perceived it.”
The cafe also was an ideal place to show off some of his cars. But also those that people wanted to sell.
“The cars in the showroom change, which in turn encourage people to visit more often. My aim is for people to come into the cafe for a burger and leave with an MG,” he jokes. The Motorist is now part of Harrison Spinks Events, which also includes the Grade II-listed Hornington Manor, The Oakwood at Ryther and more recently wedding venue Carlton Manor.
“There is a great team behind The Motorist,” says Spinks. “I like to view myself as more of a customer, which means I can give meaningful feedback.”
Although you do get the feeling this talented entrepreneur still has a big say in how The Motorist is developed.
The latest addition is a massive extension to the existing cafe, full of oak beams and glass, and oozing with motoring memorabilia and merchandise much of it sourced by Spinks’s son Daniel. He has two children, Emily has autism and is a talented artist.
The extension houses conference rooms and events spaces that can be hired for private parties, as well as a restaurant with balcony, The Arnage, which was officially opened on Thursday by motoring journalist and former Top Gear presenter Quentin Wilson.
“We wanted somewhere where people could come, book a table and have a nice Sunday lunch and a bottle of nice wine - obviously if they aren’t driving - and enjoy yourself whether you were into cars or not. We take safety very seriously here.”
And it is clear he does - on the long approach to The Motorist there are often repeated signs urging people to keep their speed down.
The Arnage, named after a famous bend on the Le Mans circuit, is open Friday, Saturday and Sunday with a menu with a distinct motoring theme - not a trick has been missed from the black and white photographs of racing drivers to an actual classic car in the dining room.
Ian Matfin is The Arnage’s head chef having worked with the likes of Gordon Ramsay, Raymond Blanc and Michael Caines.
Having worked in numerous high-profile establishments including: Claridge’s, Gordon Ramsay restaurants, Abode in Manchester and Raymond Blanc’s Le Manoir aux Quat’ Saisons, self-confessed petrol head Matfin jumped at the chance to head up The Arnage.
“I was just 18 when I worked under Gordon Ramsay at Aubergine which was his first venture on his own,” recalls Matfin who now lives in Knaresborough.
“It was a difficult environment for any 18-year-old but I felt it was something I needed to do. I wanted to prove people, who said I couldn’t do it,wrong.”
After 18 months Matfin moved to the far more sedate Le Manoir Aux ‘Quat Saison.
“Raymond Blanc was unbelievable and it was a privilege working with him.”
After two years and aged just 23 Matfin moved to Devon to work for Michael Caines at Gidleigh Park. Caines had lost his arm in a car crash just a few years earlier.
“It was inspiring watching Michael work,” says Matfin. “His disability was never an issue. The strength of character needed to retrain after losing an arm was remarkable. The only thing he couldn’t do was tie his own apron and so every morning I’d do it for him. It takes a very special character to come back from something like that at such a young age.”
He also worked for Caines in Manchester before working in Lincolnshire and Oxfordshire and then moving to Yorkshire at the Devonshire Arms in Bolton Abbey before being made executive chef at Rockliffe Hall. Yorkshire chef Steph Moon was involved in the process to recruit Matfin to run The Arnage and he started in February creating a menu with the philosophy of serving contemporary British food and drinks that appeal to all, with a nod to the racing world.
The menu includes a selection of dishes on the ‘Starting Grid’, such as sea salt and rosemary focaccia and honey glazed pork chipolatas, with the ‘Formation Lap’ offering the likes of crispy ham hock fritter and whipped chicken liver parfait.
For the ‘Main Event’, The Arnage menu features British classics such as steak & ale pie, battered fresh east coast haddock and moules frites, which can be served alongside ‘Co Driver’ sides such as skin on fries and truffle baked mash.
The venue itself is designed by Daniel Spinks and in-house designer, Hayley Melling. The space includes 78 covers in the downstairs restaurant, 100 covers in its corporate upstairs lounge, Club Le Mans, as well as an additional 24 covers split across three different private dining rooms.
As well as Sunday car meetings, there are Wednesday evening events. But is Spinks worried that The Motorist might become a victim of its own success, and attract the wrong sort of crowd?
“We have never had any problems. Everyone who comes is like-minded and tends to police themselves, But of course we are aware that as word spreads we could attract a different element, but we will be able to handle it.”
The Motorist is a unique and unexpected place which is clearly born out of passion for cars and food as well as from a man who knows his business.
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Prom season is upon us.
It’s wonderful to see the excitement on the faces of young people as they pose for photos in their front yards, dressed up in their finest duds.
I hate to admit it, but I feel bad for these young people.
As they stand there being photographed, enthralled by the last event of their high school years, they have little idea what their future holds.
After spending their entire lives in an era of low inflation, cheap money and a growing economy, they must now feel the sting of higher costs.
Many kids will head off to college where they and their parents will be greeted with ever-increasing college bills.
I hope they make wise choices. If they don’t have the big bucks to pay for college, I hope they don’t borrow tens of thousands of dollars to do so.
I also hope they do what many wise students have been doing for years — start at a community college, where the costs are reasonable, then transfer the credits to another school in their junior year.
Finding meaningful, well-paying work is hard enough without starting your career up to your neck in student loan debt.
Speaking of debt, our political leaders keep racking up ridiculously huge debt and deficit numbers.
As baby boomers retire — as we cash our Social Security checks and run up Medicare bills — guess who is going to have to pay them?
That’s right, those young, smiling people posing for prom photos on mom and dad’s lawn.
Worse yet, as our country’s never-ending debt strangles the economy, at some point many of the government programs today’s high school grads will be funding will have to be cut, which means they likely won’t get to enjoy them when they become old.
Watching today’s prom kids makes me realize how lucky I have been.
I graduated from high school in 1980. When I got out of college in 1984 I was greeted by a booming economy and, despite being an English major, a good job with a high-tech company that was also booming.
We still have an opportunity to save the future of our prom goers, but that would require us to get our act together.
We could get leaders from both parties to focus on the expensive elephant in the living room — our $30 trillion debt — and rein in federal spending now before we are forced to do so later.
But all our political leaders do is “talk.”
“Congressional leaders make progress on spending talks,” the headlines always say.
They never say, “A bold plan to rein in spending and save the future of young Americans was signed by the president today!”
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Congratulations to the class of 2022: High school is officially over.
For some graduates, these years will be a source of great memories and nostalgia for years to come. Others will see the end of high school as a kind of “great escape.” Most will have a combination of the two extremes. High school years are formative in terms of relationships, involvement and discovering our gifts.
This year’s graduating class will have a set of memories and experiences that have been greatly affected by a global pandemic. You will be able to tell future generations that you lived through a virus that killed over a million people in the U.S. alone and that shut down nearly everything, including schools. You will be able to tell stories about masks, hand sanitizer and low supplies of toilet paper. As you do, those students and family members who shared these experiences with you will nod knowingly.
High school has its own set of challenges without a global pandemic. Cultural and political changes are a defining part of every generation. Even though the pandemic added extra burdens and challenges, it also added a kind of wisdom that comes through intense struggle. That means students in this class have accumulated wisdom far beyond their years.
So, instead of looking back at high school in embarrassment or despair, give yourselves and your teachers and parents a break. Remember that the fact you are here to receive your diploma is a testimony to the strength of the human spirit. Those who did not make it are worthy of remembrance and honor, as well. Keep their memories close at hand.
Ultimately, we are all defined by how we emerge from the challenges we face. As the old saying goes, “Adversity does not simply create character; it reveals character.” Your diploma will not include a special sticker or medal saying, “I made it through a global pandemic.” However, the wisdom you gained, along with your perseverance, will demonstrate that even the most unthinkable of obstacles can be overcome.
So, once again, congratulations to the class of 2022. Your journey in many ways has all the ups and downs of the classes that have gone before you. Yet, you have an added distinction. Use that endurance to creatively face the challenges that come your way in this next phase of life. And remember that you are not alone.
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Traveling by train is an excellent way to explore a country, whether you want to take the scenic route, enjoy slower travel or simply avoid planes. You can take your trip to the next level with train travel gadgets to make your trip more comfortable.
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What can you take on a train?
This depends on where you’ll be traveling by train, but if you’re traveling in the U.S. and parts of Canada, most Amtrak services have the same luggage regulations. All passengers can bring two personal items and two carry-on bags. Each personal item can weigh up to 25 pounds and measure 14 inches by 11 inches by 7 inches. Each carry-on bag can weigh up to 50 pounds and measure 28 inches by 22 inches by 14 inches. Plus, on most services, you can check an additional two bags of up to 50 pounds each free of charge.
Some items are prohibited when traveling on Amtrak services, including knives, swords and incendiary items. Others, such as firearms, are allowed in checked baggage with some restrictions, but not in carry-on luggage. If you’re unsure whether you can take something on your train trip, check the full list of prohibited items.
Train travel tips
To make your train journey as smooth, comfortable and enjoyable as possible, it’s important to be prepared. Following these simple tips will help you make the most of your trip.
Book early
Amtrak tickets are sold in price buckets. The cheapest ones are sold first with the price increasing as enough are sold to move into the next bracket. This means you’ll always get a lower price the further ahead of time you book. Train providers in other countries often follow similar price structures too, so booking early usually saves you money. Not to mention that popular routes can sell out.
Check in early
Arriving at the station early gives you time to check bags and solve any issues that could arise before your train departs. If you’re close to the start of the queue at check-in time and ask nicely, you may be allocated the best seats. On some trains, one side has a significantly better view than the other, so these seats are always more desirable and get allocated quickly.
Consider a sleeper accommodation
When traveling overnight, you should seriously consider paying extra for a sleeper accommodation. It can mean the difference between arriving at your destination refreshed or groggy with a crick in your neck. There are different types of sleeper accommodations available, including bunks in shared rooms and private suites. Check what’s available, and pick according to your budget and needs.
Be prepared for all temperatures
Amtrak trains are air-conditioned, but temperatures aren’t always ideal. Sometimes, the AC runs cool, and you might need a blanket or sweater. Other times, the AC is ineffectual, and you’ll greatly appreciate a handheld fan. When traveling in other countries, don’t count on there being AC or heating, so make sure you have what you need to stay at a comfortable temperature.
Sanitize your surroundings
Even before COVID-19 struck, trains haven’t always felt like the most hygienic of places. It’s worth bringing antibacterial wipes to clean any areas that get touched a lot, such as seatback trays and toilet door handles.
Check out sightseer lounges
On certain scenic routes, Amtrak trains have sightseer lounges, which are observation cars with large windows and seats facing toward them for comfortable viewing. These are free for all passengers to use, but seats are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. Checking out the sightseer lounge is a great way to view the scenery at its best, but be conscious of not spending too long in these seats to give other passengers a chance.
Take advantage of fresh air breaks
Fresh air breaks are longer breaks at stations that give passengers the chance to get off the train and stretch their legs. Make note of when these breaks are and try not to nap through them or eat your meals during them because you’ll want to take full advantage of them on a long journey. They’re usually 10 to 15 minutes long, and you won’t be able to leave the platform, but you can walk up and down it.
What you need for comfortable train travel
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Padded and contoured, this comfortable eye mask will help you get some of the best sleep possible on a train. It comes with a pouch with a carabiner, so it’s perfect for travel. Sold by Amazon
O2Cool Battery-Powered Personal Fan
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Sony WH-1000XM4 Wireless Noise-Canceling Headphones
While it’s a steep investment just for a train trip, if you’re looking for a decent pair of headphones anyway, now might be the time to invest. These noise-canceling headphones block out sound around you extremely effectively, so you’ll feel like you’re in a private compartment even if you have noisy neighbors. Sold by Amazon
Anker PowerCore 26800 Portable Charger
You’ll likely be relying on tech to keep you entertained during your trip, and you don’t want to run out of battery 12 hours into a 36-hour train ride. That’s why you should bring this portable charger that has enough power to recharge most phones six times and most tablets twice. Sold by Amazon
Nomader Collapsible Water Bottle
Spending half your train journey thirsty because getting hold of water is a hassle certainly counts as an uncomfortable experience. Bringing your own reusable water bottle is wise, and this collapsible one doesn’t take up an excessive amount of luggage space. Sold by Amazon
Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition
A long train journey is an excellent opportunity to catch up on your reading. Rather than lugging several books on board with you, this compact e-reader will do the trick, plus the front light makes it easier to read in darkened cars or compartments. Sold by Amazon
TP-Link AC750 Wireless Portable Nano Travel Router
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Louisiana National Guard officer retires after planting face between subordinate’s breasts
LOUISIANA (KPLC/Gray News) — A Louisiana Army National Guard officer faced 30 days of confinement, but no loss of rank after planting his face between a subordinate’s breasts.
Captain Billy Crosby Jr. was allowed to retire with benefits, according to military.com.
Crosby was the woman’s company commander in the Louisiana National Guard and was the senior officer at his post in Jordan. She was also his direct subordinate.
An exact age for Crosby was not given, but Crosby was 52 at the time of an October 2021 filing that said the woman was half his age.
The incident in question happened at Joint Training Center in Jordan in May 2021, according to military court documents. Crosby placed his face between the sergeant’s breasts, moving his face from side to side, according to the documents.
He previously told the sergeant that he wanted her to ride with him to another installation because he liked looking at her chest and previously announced twice that he was going to “motorboat” the woman during her promotion ceremony from specialist to sergeant, according to the court documents.
According to the documents, “the term ‘motorboating’ is commonly used to describe when a person places his or her face between a female’s breasts and shakes his or her head back and forth while making a sound resembling a boat motor.”
Crosby asked the woman if she wanted a promotion ceremony, which she declined, the documents read.
A day or so later, though, Crosby went into the room where the sergeant was working with another person and performed an impromptu ceremony in which he placed his face between her breasts, according to the documents.
He told her to stand up, “placed the rank in front of her chest, and leaned in to grab the rank with his teeth. (Crosby) then placed his face between (the sergeant’s) breasts. His face made contact with the middle of her chest. He vigorously moved his head from side to side between (her) breasts while still holding the rank with his teeth.”
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When Darius Pridgen, 47, was a young boy in east Buffalo, his parents sent him to predominantly white Christian schools in the suburbs. They wanted him to have a better education and a childhood.
Pridgen, now president of the city council and a senior pastor at True Bethel Baptist Church, rode multiple buses to get to the private school, entering “a whole ’nother world”, he said, adding that he didn’t recall having known any white children until then.
That’s how racially segregated his world was.
At the time, his grandmother lived behind what is now Tops Friendly Market, where a week ago Payton Gendron allegedly killed 10 people and wounded three. Eleven of those shot were Black.
According to his manifesto, the 18-year-old viewed Black people as “replacers”, a nod to the racist theory that “global elites” are replacing white people with people of color. Police said he had driven 200 miles from his home to the city’s east side because of the high concentration of Black residents in the zip code where Tops, the only grocery store in the area, is located.
Buffalo, an old Rust Belt city that sits on Lake Erie on the US-Canadian border, is the sixth-most segregated city and the third poorest in the country. Black people account for 34% of its population of 255,000. Nearly three-quarters of them live on the city’s east side, according to a 2021 report by the University of Buffalo Center for Urban Studies.
As in other US cities, the segregation is by design, say Black residents and historians.
Pridgen’s childhood bus rides reflect the daily experiences of living with segregation for Buffalo’s Black residents, many of whom can trace their families to the Great Migration to the north for jobs and opportunities.
As a seventh grader in the 1990s, India Walton rode the bus from east to south Buffalo, a haven of Irish immigrants, to attend school. That year, she befriended a white student. But during the summer, they couldn’t visit each other, so they wrote letters.
“That’s how we grew up,” said Walton, 40, who lost a bid last year to become mayor. “We just knew everyone knew that you don’t go to certain parts of town. You’re not welcome there … They take children from the hood in an effort to integrate.”
Buffalo schools were under court-ordered desegregation for a decade, beginning in 1976. But when the court order ended, so did progress toward desegregation. Today, the city’s schools, like its neighborhoods, are almost as segregated as they were more than 50 years ago, according to the Buffalo News.
Given the city’s history, Walton said, the supermarket shooting didn’t surprise her. “Buffalo is racially segregated and racist. The police come into our communities and harass us and gun us down. We don’t have access to food,” said Walton, an organizer who advises the New York Working party. “We have not addressed any of the root causes of what caused Saturday to happen – the systemic, deep-seated racism and hatred not only in Buffalo, but in this country.”
Segregation and lack of opportunity for the city’s Black residents go hand in hand, according to the University of Buffalo report. The unemployment rate for Black residents is 11%, a 9% drop from 1990. By comparison, just 4% of white residents are jobless. The average household income for Black residents is $43,000, compared with $58,000 for white people. The poverty rate among Black residents is 35% compared with 20% for white residents.
“Black Buffalo did not progress,” the study concluded. “Everything changed, but everything remained the same.”
The vast majority of Black people in Buffalo, 85%, live east of Main Street, a major thoroughfare that cuts through the city, according to a 2018 study by the Partnership for Public Good, a local non-profit. Ulysses Wingo, the councilmember who represents the area near Tops market, compares the street to the Mason-Dixon line, which divided free and slave-holding states before the civil war.
But the Kensington Expressway, known locally as “the 33”, is among the most powerful symbols of the city’s racial divide. Opened in 1967, as urban renewal occurred in cities across the country, the route divided and isolated the once-unified community on the East Side.
James Giles, president of Back to Basics Ministries in Buffalo, remembers the vast 56-acre island park that once occupied the land where cars now spew exhaust through the city’s east end. Humboldt Park, designed by Frederick Law Olmsted in 1873, was a haven on theEast Side, marked by a tree-lined median. In the late 19th century, Buffalo’s east end was home to European immigrants. A century later, it became a destination for the city’s Black residents.
Historically, Black residents lived near their work and, at times, in the same neighborhoods with white immigrants, said Henry Louis Taylor Jr, a professor at the University of Buffalo’s department of urban and regional planning. They co-existed, even after Black newcomers moved to the area for jobs in the steel mills and manufacturing after the first world war. But eventually, Black people were steered to the East Side under federal policies, and redlining decreased the value of their homes and property. The expressway exacerbated the decline of wealth and public and private investment in the east side.
As a teenager in the 1960s, Giles, 71, often visited Buffalo from Niagara Falls, just 18 miles away. “Man, it was a friendly time,” he said. “Everybody was engaged with each other. You wouldn’t even have a lot of fights. You didn’t have a lot of drugs. It was a community. We were being oppressed and we didn’t know it.”
Taylor said the original planners had seen the expressway as a means to connect the whiter, outer ring suburbs to Buffalo’s center as they planned for the creation of the international airport in nearby Cheektowaga. Yet to do so, they destroyed Olmsted’s creation, Humboldt Park, splitting Buffalo’s East Side. Meanwhile, Taylor said, realtors had convinced people to buy property, knowing it would be devalued once the highway emerged.
“You had a lot of Black people buying these big, old, wonderful houses on the parkway,” he said. “Those people couldn’t wrap their heads around the fact that somebody would destroy such a magnificent parkway. It was beyond comprehension … The community was divided. Wealth was lost, but even more treacherous: these cars would create air and noise pollution.”
Urban renewal continued to force Black people from longtime communities along the waterfront. Today, those communities have been replaced by a waterfront park and public art beside World War II-era ships right off downtown. Next to the park, a remaining housing complex is a reminder of the past.
Over time, Black residents were pushed farther north and east, including to the area where Gendron killed 10 people. But they couldn’t escape urban renewal. By the 1970s, city officials bulldozed hundreds of housing units in the neighborhood just south of Tops Friendly Market to expand the boundaries of the Buffalo Niagara Medical Corridor, forcing thousands of people to move, Taylor said.
In recent decades, Black people have ascended to power. Byron Brown is the city’s first Black mayor, and a third of Buffalo’s common council is Black, including Pridgen. The schools superintendent and almost half of the school board are Black. But Giles said that hadn’t translated to significant change in the community. Developers still have the power to decide where and how they invest in Buffalo, he said. “At the end of the day, it is money. Money has power.”
Pridgen said in the past, the city had invested little in Black economic opportunities. “Before my lifetime, governments thought that the way you help Black people is you build housing projects and you concentrate poverty all in one area, and then you don’t have to be bothered with them,” he says.
In his eyes, that investment is happening in affordable housing and a state-funded jobs training center at a manufacturing site on the east side.
To younger Black residents, skills training only goes so far in addressing systemic inequities in Buffalo. “I want to see homeownership rates. I want to see the growth of actual wealth,” Walton said. ”Show me development that is happening without pushing poor working-class people out.”
The registered nurse first worked as an east side organizer for Open Buffalo, one block from Tops, and eventually founded a community land trust, which bought parcels of land to lease to residents.
As volunteers flood the streets distributing food near Tops, which is still closed, balloons with pictures of the faces of those killed sway in the breeze. Alexander Wright, founder of the African Heritage Food Co-op, peeks at the scene from a cafe across the street as the volunteers, including members of the Buffalo Bills, hand out groceries to residents.
“How easy it was for him to find and kill Black people is a direct result of the redlining – the result of forcing people to be in certain neighborhoods,” Wright told the Guardian. “In Buffalo, people were going to suburbs and then made sure we couldn’t follow them out there. And then the banks went, and then supermarkets went, and then a lot of the businesses went – so did a lot of the resources and the support.”
Like Walton and Pridgen, Wright, who grew up on the east side, also rode multiple buses to school on the other side of town. He has a dream for the neighborhood. Wright wants to raise $3m through grants and individual donations to build a new grocery store near Tops. As of Wednesday, his team had received $19,000 through individual contributions.
“We have everything that we need to change our community, and we need to do it and put it into action,” he says. “Because of racism, we don’t have the resources that we need … We need that support. But we have to lead it and they need to get on board with us – not the other way around.” | https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2022/may/20/buffalo-shooting-segregation-history | 2022-05-21T06:09:44Z | https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2022/may/20/buffalo-shooting-segregation-history | true | 1 |
HEALTHY LIVING: It’s Swim Season; do you know the basics?
Published 12:16 am Saturday, May 21, 2022
Here in Southeast Texas, we are fortunate to be surrounded by water. Lakes, ponds, rivers, bayous, beaches and, of course, pools.
When the weather turns warm, everyone wants to be in or around the water. Hanging out at the pool or the beach on a hot day is a great way to beat the heat.
There are so many opportunities to enjoy the water; unfortunately, this also presents circumstances for accidental drownings. For people between the ages of 5 and 24, drowning is the second leading cause of accidental death.
Drowning can occur in as little as 2 inches of water, in as little as 90 seconds. Stop and reread that last sentence.
It doesn’t have to be that way, though. Most water-related accidents can be avoided by knowing how to stay safe and by following a few simple guidelines. Learning how to swim is essential if you plan on being on or near water.
Please, get your children, grandchildren and yourself into a certified swim instruction course. Before signing up with anyone, make sure that instructor has received training from a certified program.
Aside from having your children and yourself properly instructed in swim skills, there are a few tips you need to keep in mind when heading out to enjoy the water.
“Buddy up!” Never swim alone. Always swim with a partner, every time — whether you’re swimming in a backyard pool or in a lake. Even experienced swimmers can become tired or get muscle cramps, which might make it difficult to get out of the water.
When people swim together, they can help each other or go for help in case of an emergency.
Get skills. Speaking of emergencies, it’s good to be prepared. Learning some life-saving skills, such as CPR and rescue techniques, can help you save a life. A number of organizations offer classes for beginning and experienced swimmers and boaters. Check with your YMCA, local hospital or chapter of the Red Cross.
Know your limits. Swimming can be a lot of fun — and you might want to stay in the water as long as possible. If you’re not a good swimmer or you’re just learning to swim, don’t go in water that’s so deep you can’t touch the bottom and don’t try to keep up with skilled swimmers. That can be hard, especially when your friends are challenging you — but it’s a pretty sure bet they’d rather have you safe and alive.
Swim in safe areas only. It’s a good idea to swim only in places that are supervised by a lifeguard. No one can anticipate changing ocean currents, rip currents, sudden storms or other hidden dangers. Pay attention when warnings are posted. In the event that something does go wrong, lifeguards are trained in rescue techniques.
Alcohol and water never mix. Alcohol is involved in numerous water-related injuries and up to half of all water-related deaths. The statistics for teenage guys are particularly scary: One half of all adolescent male drownings are tied to alcohol use.
If you can’t see them, you can’t save them. Don’t depend solely on the lifeguard. Yes, they are highly trained to save lives but they are also watching many other swimmers. If you bring your children to the pool, watch them. Don’t get so involved with visiting with others, reading or your phone/tablet that you are not always aware of their location. Don’t let a fun time turn into a tragedy.
Be prepared, stay aware, and have fun!
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Gaucho Group Holdings, Inc. Annual Report (Form10) (Amended) (0001493152-22-014482)
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On May 5 and 6, 21 Ayersville FFA members participated in the 94th Annual Ohio State FFA Convention in Columbus.
FFA conventions are gatherings in which FFA mmembers are able to meet other chapters, engage in conversation and learning, as well as bond with the rest of the chapter.
Attendees of the convention toured the Waterman Agricultural and Natural Resources Lab at Ohio State University and learned about splicing, dairy production, gene manipulation and more.
At the convention, attendees interacted with college recruiters and industry professionals at the Career Expo, many of which were local or familiar companies. At the fifth general session, the FFA chapter celebrated three members receiving their FFA state degree: Luke Schroeder, Daniel Hinojosa and Aiden Smith.
Luke is a junior, four-year FFA member. His SAE consists of forage production, corn production and breeding beef heifers.
Aiden Smith is a junior, four-year member. His SAE is working at Arp’s Hardware and placement in drainage installation and repair. He is currently serving as the Ayersville FFA chapter treasurer.
Daniel Hinojosa is also a junior, four-year member. His SAE is placement in meat retail at Jacob’s Meats and poultry production at Cooper’s Farm. He is currently serving as the Ayersville FFA chapter president.
The Ayersville FFA expressed its appreciation on behalf of the community for member accomplishments and wish them luck in their endeavors.
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LAKEWOOD, Ohio — Acting on an anonymous tip this morning, deputy marshals arrested 39-year-old fugitive Bobby Thomas, who is wanted on suspicion of rape and kidnapping.
A warrant for his arrest was issued after detectives determined that he repeatedly raped a 12-year-old girl between August and October, Lakewood police Chief Timothy Malley said.
Thomas' criminal history in Cuyahoga County includes drug possession in 2010 and 2007, preparation of drugs for sale in 2001, theft and aggravated robbery in 1994 and aggravated assault and drug abuse in 1993. | https://www.cleveland.com/metro/2013/01/rape_suspect_arrested.html | 2022-05-21T06:33:31Z | https://www.cleveland.com/metro/2013/01/rape_suspect_arrested.html | true | null |
•Say Mr. President should act before cabal finally wreaks agency
•Demand inauguration of governing board approved by Senate since 2019
By Emma Amaize, Regional Editor, South-South, Sam Oyadongha, Jimitota Onoyume, Festus Ahon and Egufe Yafugborhi
A cross section of Niger-Deltans saddened by the goings-on at the Niger-Delta Development Commission, NDDC, weekend, notified President Muhammadu Buhari that a powerful cabal in Abuja connected to the Presidency was still holding the interventionist agency by the balls, despite the resignation of Senator Godswill Akpabio as Minister of Niger-Delta Affairs.
From Edo, Delta, Bayelsa, Rivers, Cross-River to Akwa Ibom states, the stakeholders called Buhari to stop the desperate cabal before it succeeds in its mission of ruining the agency and without much ado, hearken to the cry of the people to inaugurate the governing board of NDDC, screened and approved since 2019 by the Senate.
They explained the cabal have been undermining the oil region and suggested to President Buhari what should be done to give a kiss of life to the rudderless organization.
Cartel behind interim administration — Ekiye
Publisher of Environment Watch, Elder Braeyi Ekiye, told Saturday Vanguard: “The ingenious contrivance to get the NDDC administered through the interim administration was a calculated attempt to advance the cause of power brokers in Abuja, whose main interest, together with their collaborators, is to rip the commission clean and dry of its financial allocations, so much so that, it has unfortunately stultified the region’s rapid socio-economic and infrastructural transformation.”
”It is our ardent hope that the on-going despicable ‘dance of the devil’ in the NDDC in wild celebration of the Forensic Audit Report put away in the coolers would stop forthwith, with the unceremonious departure of Senator Godswill Akpabio, lord of the estate of the Commission.
“As long as this masquerade dance lasts, the dark clouds of the dance shall continue to provide cover for the task masters and their comrades-in- arm to scoop remnants of fast depleting financial resources of the interventionist agency.”
Clique remains in charge — Omare
Former national president, Ijaw Youth Council, IYC, Barrister Eric Omare, who raved on Akpabio, said: “We Niger Deltans based on verifiable facts strongly believed that Akpabio was responsible for the mismanagement of NDDC in the past three years. Now that he is out of the way, we expect President Buhari to immediately publish the outcome of the forensic audit, bring those who have embezzled.”
“NDDC resources to book and as a matter of importance, inaugurate the board of the NDDC in line with its establishment Act. However, I doubt if this would done because the cabal members who have been with Akpabio I do not think are out of government. They may still be in the corridors of power and continue with the NDDC”, he said.
No lawyer to give good advice — Wills
President Ijaw Professionals Association (Homeland Chapter), which comprises Bayelsa, Delta and Rivers, Iniruo Wills, asserted: “The president and presidency cabal obviously do not give a hoot whether there is NDDC or it has a lawful management or not.
“The Niger Delta will remember this president as the one who set a notorious record of allowing NDDC to be under a series of illegal managements for four and a half years, which is more than the full four-year term prescribed even for a legitimate Governing Board by the enabling law.”
”Obviously, the president does not have any lawyer around that can give him conscionable advice on the matter, so if he likes let him appoint a Pakistani as the next NDDC sole administrator. We are tired of complaining about this unprecedented executive callousness. At worst, in another one year we can say good riddance”, he added.
President breaking the law — Gbemre
But social justice advocate, Zik Gbemre, stated: “Let us stop mocking or deceive ourselves. Akpabio never meant well, but then he was not the real problem. Long before Akpabio was rewarded to have his turn, NDDC has been a cash cow and patronage agency through which a serving president lines the private pockets of political loyalists who live large and go on to use a chunk of the sudden wealth to gamble on elections.”
“So President Buhari who sustained an NDDC that shares the commonwealth among a few to the neglect and anger of the larger Niger Delta, with impunity is the problem with the commission. In mutual benefits, Akpabio was being used by Buhari to prevent the board from being functional. Akpabio was not elected but appointed by Buhari.
“It is trite to suggest that Akpabio acted on his own in being an obstacle to the NASS cleared NDDC board members. Buhari deliberately directed his appointee not to recognize the board. Akpabio had no power to stop the swearing in of NDDC board that was duly screened and approved by the Senate.
“With Akpabio forced out by his vaulting ambition, he does not have to do the Niger Delta any special favour, the president has been brazenly breaking the NDDC law? All he needs do is to stop the defiance of the law. The NDDC Act has no place for interim, caretaker board and worst of all, sole administrator.”
We’re skeptical – Robinson, PANDEF
National Publicity Secretary, Pan Niger Delta Forum, PANDEF, Hon. Ken Robinson, told one of our reporters: “We do not suppose that Akpabio was the main problem of NDDC.
“The primary problem is the callous indifference of the Buhari presidency to issues of the Niger Delta region. Under the supervision of Senator Godswill Akpabio as Minister of Niger Delta Affairs, NDDC was attenuated to a political porch with all manner of deplorable theatrics.
“The Ministry of Niger Delta Affairs in itself was virtually reduced to a bureau of NDDC, but Mr. President watched on like an uninterested spectator. We, therefore, do not expect any reasonable changes in the administration of the NDDC under this presidency despite the said resignation of Godswil Akpabio; let them prove us wrong.”
Let governing board function – Okaba, Uti, Mudiaga-Odge, others
President, Ijaw National Congress, INC, Prof Benjamin Okaba, informed Buhari: “Set up /inaugurate the governing board according to the laws establishing the NDDC without further delay. Provide the needful to enable the new board function maximally.”
For Chairman, Nigerian Bar Association, NBA, Warri branch, Chief Emmanuel Uti: “I do not subscribe to the notion that it was Senator Akpabio that frustrated the NDDC board. My opinion is that, it is President Buhari that was not keen on the existence of the board. My take is that Senator Akpabio out or not, it all depends on the President’s disposition.”
Constitutional lawyer, Dr. Akpor Mudiaga-Odje, intoned: With or without Akpabio, what we, the pauperized people of the Niger Delta, earnestly yearn for is inauguration without any further delay, the board as duly cleared by the Senate in 2019, almost three years ago.
Chairman, Centre for Environmental Preservation and Development, CEPAD, Surv. Furoebi Akene, told Saturday Vanguard: “To start with, subjecting the supervision/overseeing of the NDDC to the Minister (Ministry) of Niger Delta Affairs is illegal and is a misnomer against the provisions of the NDDC establishment Act of 2000. The Act put the NDDC under the supervision by the presidency.”
Spokesman, Niger Delta Rights Advocates and All Progressives Congress chieftain in Rivers, Darlington Nwauju, said: “And as the appointer, President Buhari should immediately appoint substantive Ministers to that Ministry with a matching order to inaugurate a substantive board for the NDDC, publish the report of the forensic audit on NDDC and lastly, deliver on the East-West Road project.”
Set up board — Egba-Ologo
Entrepreneur and media consultant, Chief Nathan Egba-Ologo, opined: “In as much as one cannot really say what exactly is causing the delay in the inauguration of a substantive NDDC board, Niger Deltans would really love for Mr. President to constitute the board as soon as possible in order to enable the NDDC function properly as it should. At the moment, it seems like a rudderless organization that is drifting aimlessly.”
Our prayer — Alaowei, CHURAC
Chairman Board of Trustees, Centre for Human Rights and Anti-Corruption Crusade, CHURAC, Cleric Ebikonbowei Alaowei, Esq., said: “We pray that nothing should bring Akpabio back to that office again. Buhari should also immediately inaugurate the NDDC board if he means well for the development of the Niger Delta region. Mr. President should take immediate steps to investigate the commission for the periods Sen. Akpabio held it sway.” | https://www.vanguardngr.com/2022/05/niger-delta-stakeholders-to-buhari-abuja-cartel-still-together-runs-nddc-despite-akpabios-exit/ | 2022-05-21T06:51:14Z | https://www.vanguardngr.com/2022/05/niger-delta-stakeholders-to-buhari-abuja-cartel-still-together-runs-nddc-despite-akpabios-exit/ | true | 2 |
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NEW YORK (AP) — Another drop for stocks on Friday has pushed the S&P 500 index 20% below its peak set early this year.
The benchmark index was down 2% for the day in early afternoon trading and on pace for its seventh straight losing week.
Rising interest rates, high inflation, the war in Ukraine, and a slowdown in China’s economy are all punishing stocks and raising fears about a possible U.S. recession.
If the S&P 500 finishes the day 20% or more below its record, it would enter what Wall Street calls a “bear market.” The last one was in early 2020 at the onset of the pandemic, an unusually brief downturn that sliced 34% off the S&P 500.
The stock market remains stuck in a slump amid worries about how inflation is squeezing businesses and consumers. Investors are also concerned about the Federal Reserve’s plan to aggressively raise interest rates and whether that will help temper inflation’s impact or potentially knock the economy into a downturn.
“Certainly the market volatility has all been driven by investor concerns that Fed will tighten policy too much and put the us into a recession,” said Michael Arone, chief investment strategist at State Street Global Advisors.
The S&P 500 fell 2.1% as of 1:39 p.m. Eastern. The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 569 points, or 1.8%, to 30,683 and the Nasdaq fell 2.9%. All three are headed for drops of 4% or more for the week.
Bond yields fell as investors shifted money into lower-risk investments. The yield on the 10-year Treasury note, which helps set mortgage rates, fell to 2.78% from 2.85% late Thursday.
Concerns about inflation have been growing heavier with Russia’s invasion of Ukraine pushing energy and some key food commodity prices higher. China, the world’s second-largest economy, took a renewed hit from lockdowns in key cities because of COVID-19 cases, but a surprise interest rate cut from the Chinese government has at least temporarily eased some anxiety.
Wall Street has been digesting earnings from retailers this week. The sector is a key focus as investors try to measure how much damage inflation is inflicting on company operations and whether higher prices on everything from food to clothing is prompting consumers to tighten their spending.
Retail giants Target and Walmart both had warnings this week about inflation cutting into finances. Discount retailer Ross Stores plunged 24% on Friday after cutting its profit forecast and citing rising inflation as a factor.
“The latest earnings from retail companyies finally signaled that U.S. consumers and businesses are being negatively impacted by inflation,” Arone said.
Investors continue watching the Fed for hints of more interest rate hikes to cool inflation that is running at a four-decade high. Fed Chair Jerome Powell said this week the U.S. central bank might take more aggressive action if price pressures fail to ease.
Technology stocks fell broadly and weighed down the market. Applied Materials, which produces chipmaking equipment, fell 7.7%. The tech sector has been particularly choppy and prompted many of the big swings in the market throughout the week. | https://www.wjnt.com/wall-street-nears-bear-market-at-the-end-of-a-bruising-week/ | 2022-05-21T07:02:53Z | https://www.wjnt.com/wall-street-nears-bear-market-at-the-end-of-a-bruising-week/ | false | 21 |
A man has told how he spent seven years believing he had Alzheimer's after being misdiagnosed with the disease. Alex Preston says his life was "destroyed" by the mistake which left him considering taking his own life.
He says while he might not have had early onset dementia he "damn well lived the thing" with every minor issue making him believe his condition was worsening. And while he is delighted he does not have it he is now fighting to make sure others do not have to go through the same thing.
The Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust (LPT) says it is now conducting a review into the case. Alex told Leicestershire Live: "I’m happy I’m here but I still live with this constantly going through my head. All the years I lost.
"All the damage it did in many ways. It just destroyed me as a person, but I’m back now.
“If they got me wrong, how many other people have they got wrong? Are there other people out there going through what I’ve gone through? I do not want this to happen to anyone else because it completely destroyed my life.”
Mr Preston, from Anstey, was diagnosed with Early Onset Alzheimer’s at the age of 55 by a consultant at the Bradgate Unit, part of the LPT in 2014. He had two scans and completed several memory tests over the space of around six months.
After this, his consultant told him he had Alzheimer’s disease. The diagnosis destroyed both himself and his wife, Susan.
The now 62-year-old said: “My wife and I sat in the car crying for an hour, because we’d got so many plans for the future and everything was just destroyed overnight, it was just gone. When they diagnosed me, I had no reason not to believe it because when a professional tells you that...
“I was 55 years old, I knew I was going to lose my job and my world fell apart. I just wanted to kill myself. I have spent over seven years thinking today I’m going to kill myself. I didn’t want to die with dementia.”
A few years after his diagnosis, Mr Preston got involved with the Alzheimer’s Society charity. He did talks with trainee doctors and at conferences about what it was like to live with the disease, as well as short videos for the Young Onset Dementia app.
“It took about two hours to film such a short thing [for the NHS YOD APP] because I kept breaking down and crying in it,” he said. “And I genuinely believed I’d got Alzheimer’s disease.
“All the time it was just reinforcing the diagnosis for me. There’s pain in Alzheimer’s, you’re just waiting for it to deteriorate and that’s what destroyed me.
“The slightest little thing, if I put a cup down and couldn’t find it, became a major issue. It didn’t make me nice, and I regret that because Susan, bless her, she had to put up with me being miserable all the time.”
Unfortunately, Susan was diagnosed with terminal cancer in 2018. She died in November the following year.
“When Susan developed cancer, my focus was only on her,” Mr Preston said, “I was terrified - I always thought it would be me dying first.
“Doctors wouldn’t talk to me about it because of my diagnosis. I may not have had Alzheimer’s but I’ve damn well lived the thing.
“Susan had made me promise to look after the dogs. I was determined to do it as much as I could.
“But I had been left in the house with a load of Oramorph and I used to sit with a bottle of whiskey looking at it. I never drank the whiskey, I never drank the Oramorph, I just didn’t want to let the dogs down, I just didn’t want to let Susan down.”
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Despite the fact that he had cared for his wife alone for 15 months and visiting nurses had said he was doing well, nobody thought to reassess Mr Preston or question his original diagnosis.
When Covid hit, Mr Preston said he heard less and less from the hospital. He started walking and getting on with his life without having anyone around to reinforce his diagnosis.
Friends and family started to tell him that he seemed like he was getting better. “I got fed up of them telling me it and I started asking for a scan,” he said.
“I wanted to see where I was in my journey, because I know after that length of time, there should have been evidence on the scan.” He was eventually assigned a new nurse, who he describes as his ‘saviour’.
She put him in touch with a new consultant and, after fresh memory tests and a final scan, his original diagnosis was labelled incorrect. Mr Preston says he later found out there was no evidence of disease in his original scans, and alleges there were errors in marking and scoring in the tests leading to his diagnosis.
LPT is currently carrying out an investigation into Mr Preston’s case after he filed two complaints with them. Their first response apologised for the impact the initial diagnosis had on his life and well-being.
LPT said: “Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust take all complaints very seriously. The Trust has been liaising closely with Mr Preston since the complaint was first raised.
“We are currently undertaking an independent review of the case, with an independent clinical witness from outside of our Trust; it would be inappropriate to comment further until this review has been concluded and shared with Mr Preston.”
The Trust declined to respond to our questions on whether there have been other patients who this has happened to and what actions the Trust has taken to make sure it does not happen again.
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DALLAS (AP) — Country singer Randy Travis was lying in the middle of the road with no car in sight when another driver spotted him and called 911, according to a recording released Thursday.
"I just found a guy laying in the road," the caller said in a recording released by the Grayson County Sheriff's Office. He added later, "I want to say he had no shirt on, but I don't know."
Officials said Travis was naked and threatened to kill state troopers when he was arrested late Tuesday night. He was charged with driving while intoxicated and retaliation or obstruction, and released Wednesday on $21,500 bond from the jail in Sherman, about 60 miles north of Dallas.
A mug shot showed a battered-looking Travis in a T-shirt, with a black eye and dried blood on his face. He later walked barefoot out of the county jail wearing scrubs and a University of Texas ball cap.
The 911 caller did not identify Travis by name and said he at first thought the body belonged to a deer. "I'm spooked out," he said. "I don't see a vehicle, there's a couple of cones scattered."
A representative for Travis said there would be no comment Thursday.
It was the second Texas arrest involving alcohol this year for the Grammy-winning singer, who was cited in February for public intoxication.
The sheriff's office in Grayson County, located in far North Texas along the border with Oklahoma, received the 911 call at 11:18 p.m. Tuesday from west of Tioga, where the entertainer lives.
Texas troopers responding to the scene said a Pontiac Trans Am registered to the 53-year-old Travis had been driven off the road and struck several barricades in a construction road.
Travis was not wearing clothes and made threats against the Texas troopers, said Tom Vinger, a Department of Public Safety spokesman. He said the singer refused sobriety tests, so a blood specimen was taken.
"Travis had a strong odor of alcoholic beverage on his breath and several signs of intoxication," according to a statement from the sheriff's office. "While Travis was being transported, Travis made threats to shoot and kill the troopers working the case."
Asked how Travis suffered his facial injuries, Vinger told the AP "I know the vehicle suffered significant damage to the front end during the wreck."
District Attorney Joe Brown said the felony retaliation or obstruction charge could be referred to a grand jury within a month or six weeks, while the DWI case could be filed as soon as prosecutors decide whether to proceed. The felony count carries a maximum penalty of 10 years in prison and/or a fine of up to $10,000.
It's been a rocky couple of years for Travis, a North Carolina native best known for hit songs like "Is It Still Over?" and "On the Other Hand." He divorced Elizabeth Travis in 2010 after 19 years, but retained her services as his manager, a role she held for more than three decades.
Earlier this year, though, Elizabeth Travis filed a lawsuit claiming that Randy Travis made it impossible for her to do her job and terminated her management contract without proper notice. Randy Travis countersued in May, accusing his ex-wife of divulging confidential information about him to damage his reputation and career.
Initially turned down by Music Row, Travis found success in the mid-1980s and became a pivotal and important figure in country music. Initially considered too country, his deep-voice traditional style inspired millions to buy his albums and artists like Alan Jackson to follow his lead.
He's charted 16 No. 1 country singles and remains an influence for many in Nashville.
DIANA HEIDGERD, Associated Press
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These are not your average pool toys.
Customs officers in Michigan discovered a whopping 2,175 pounds of marijuana in a shipment labeled as "pool toys" on May 11, according to a news release from US Customs and Border Protection (CBP).
The illegal shipment was first noticed during an X-ray scan of an inbound tractor trailer at the Fort Street Cargo Facility in Detroit. The paperwork for the shipment stated that it was "a shipment of foam pool toys," Kris Grogan, branch chief for northern/coastal regions at CBP Public Affairs, told CNN. The tractor trailer was headed for Ontario, Canada, Grogan added.
When officers and a K-9 team investigated further, they discovered that there were no pool toys inside the boxes -- just over a ton of marijuana and packing peanuts.
"This seizure underscores CBP's long standing commitment to the border security mission," Port Director Devin Chamberlain said in the news release. "The men and women of CBP continue to work diligently to keep our Nation and our communities safe."
CBP seized 319,000 pounds of marijuana in 2021, according to the agency.
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KANSAS CITY, Mo (AP) — Kyle Garlick and Jose Miranda each drove in two runs, leading Devin Smeltzer and the Minnesota Twins past the Kansas City Royals 6-4 on Friday night.
Garlick put Minnesota on the scoreboard with an RBI single in a three-run first inning and added a sacrifice fly in the second. He was lifted for a pinch-hitter in the fourth.
Miranda had two hits, including a two-run double with two outs in the eighth that made it 6-3.
Smeltzer (1-0) allowed one run and five hits over 5 1/3 innings, throwing 74 pitches in his second major league start this season. He walked one and did not record a strikeout.
Jhoan Duran worked 1 2/3 hitless innings to set up Emilio Pagán for his sixth save. Pagán gave up three hits in the ninth, including Emmanuel Rivera's solo homer.
Carlos Santana also had a solo shot for the Royals, ending an 0-for-21 slump.
Gary Sánchez hit an RBI double in the Twins first and Gio Urshela added a sacrifice fly.
Royals starter Daniel Lynch (2-3) gave up four runs on five hits with two walks and two strikeouts in 3 2/3 innings.
Santana went deep in the seventh, and Whit Merrifield's sacrifice fly trimmed it 4-3.
Bobby Witt Jr. had a sac fly in the first for Kansas City.
A LONG-AWAITED RETURN
Royals reliever Foster Griffin tossed a scoreless inning in his season debut after returning from Tommy John surgery in 2020. The left-hander made his major league debut and got his first win on his birthday in Detroit on July 27, 2020, before an extended stint on the injured list.
TRAINER’S ROOM
Royals: INF Adalberto Mondesi (left knee ACL tear) was transferred to the 60-day injured list and RHP Ronald Bolaños (undisclosed) was placed on the injured list.
ROSTER MOVES
Royals: Recalled RHP Matt Peacock and selected Griffin from Triple-A Omaha. Optioned RHP Carlos Hernández to their top farm club.
UP NEXT
Joe Ryan (4-2, 2.39 ERA) starts Saturday for Minnesota against Brad Keller (1-3, 2.89).
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Saúl Pamatz Melgarejo: “Now I’m a teacher and I hope to continue being a teacher.”
There were two childhood experiences that changed the path for Saúl Pamatz Melgarejo.
The first came in the seventh grade when his dream of becoming an engineer was dashed.
“One teacher told me, ‘Oh, you know, you’re not as good at math. Maybe do something else,” he recalled.
The second one occurred in high school when he realized what being undocumented meant as far as his educational future was concerned.
“I didn’t even know what that meant,” he said. “I didn’t realize how that would affect me.”
Pamatz Melgarejo, in his senior year at Sunnyside High School, met Amanda Peterson, a teacher and advanced placement instructional coordinator.
“She really advocated not just for me, but for all students. She really believed from Day One that I could do it, that I could persevere,” said Pamatz Melgarejo. “But, she wasn’t aware of my status until I told her my senior year.”
No problem, Anderson helped him through that.
Friday night, Pamatz Melgarejo earned his master’s in multilingual multicultural education with a 3.9 GPA during the Kremen School of Education commencement ceremony at the Save Mart Center.
He was the graduate recipient of the dean’s medal.
Pamatz Melgarejo previously earned his bachelor’s degree in Spanish and a minor in communicative sciences and deaf studies from Fresno State.
His mother’s side of the family has “a whole range of teachers,” he said. But, he figured he’d finish high school and get a job. “I didn’t think I could be more than just that,” he said.
Then he met Peterson, who made sure he got to college.
“I did not want to be in education. Well, at least I didn’t think so,” said Pamatz Melgarejo. “I didn’t want to teach, or I thought I couldn’t be a teacher. But, I knew I belonged in higher education.”
That changed his senior year when a Spanish-language instructor convinced him to take her AP Spanish course. Pamatz Melgarejo wasn’t sure, after all he already “knew Spanish.”
“I was kind of blind when I was in that course, but I got really comfortable with the language, the culture, and the people in there,” he said.
Pamatz Melgarejo realized that immigrant students with limited English skills still possessed “all this knowledge” but lacked resources to move ahead. That’s when he decided that teaching would be a good career choice.
“I want to be a teacher that advocates for students,” he said. “I want to help bridge and break down barriers. Students should have access to education regardless of their legal status, socioeconomic background, or diversity.”
Pamatz Melgarejo originally majored in English because he figured he’d be an English teacher. However, he found out he wasn’t that passionate about the subject. “I just preferred it more as a hobby than a field of study,” he said.
He continued studying Spanish in college. He was a double major in French, but dropped it after concluding that “I wouldn’t ever really use it.” Pamatz Melgarejo replaced it with American Sign Language.
“I really got to know my biases and my ignorance,” he admitted. “I picked up sign language super fast, so I kept studying it.”
He wasn’t sure what he’d do once he graduated.
“I went to college to get educated. It didn’t matter about the money or having a good job lined up after internships,” said Pamatz Melgarejo. “I learned the importance of pedagogy, the holistic components of culture, and the importance of equity and accessibility.”
Three months before he earned his bachelor’s degree, Pamatz Melgarejo had his green card approved.
“It doesn’t define me. I am intelligent and I’m capable. I was able to maneuver those spaces and overcome situations with less. I was resilient,” he said.
A course in Latinx education allowed him to “study myself from another lens.”
“I was able to see what I’ve overcome,” he said. That’s when he decided going into education was his path.
He went on to advocate for students with similar backgrounds, tutoring students in rural Orange Center Elementary School just south of Fresno.
“Oftentimes, students aren’t aware of what they can do if someone doesn’t tell them, if someone doesn’t genuinely tell them or care about them,” said Pamatz Melgarejo, a dual immersion teacher.
“I’ve met the most amazing students, the most amazing co-workers,” he said. “Now I’m a teacher and I hope to continue being a teacher.”
His research project is titled ‘Undocumented Journeys: Pathways to Higher Education in Uncertain Political Times.’ Dr. Theresa Huerta was his cohort advisor.
Pamatz Melgarejo believes that one should use education to go back and uplift their communities.
“I made a promise to go back to my community, to uplift them and to be the change,” he said.
Saúl Pamatz Melgarejo
Honor: Kremen School of Education graduate dean’s medalist
Family: Parents Eli Pamatz and María Naide, brothers Xavier and John Pamatz
Born: Michoacán, México
Age: 23
High school: Sunnyside High School (2015)
Hobby: “I enjoy reading all types of literature, so I have my own library. I like multicultural literature. I really like representation and diversity.”
Music: “I listen to all kinds of music. I don’t really have a preferred type as long as I can vibe with it.”
Food: Vietnamese soup. “I’ll eat it two to three times a week.” | https://ca.sports.yahoo.com/news/sa-l-pamatz-melgarejo-now-062733655.html?src=rss | 2022-05-21T07:08:19Z | https://ca.sports.yahoo.com/news/sa-l-pamatz-melgarejo-now-062733655.html?src=rss | true | 1 |
Girls Track and Field | Rittman's Pyper Gibson wins three events at district meet
CRESTON — Already with two victories under her belt, Pyper Gibson found herself in an unusual position Friday in her final race of the day.
The Rittman junior trailed from the start of the 3,200-meter run at the Norwayne Division III District and found herself still behind a fast-paced start from Waynedale’s Kylee Gray with less than three laps to go.
“It definitely freaked me out, because I'm used to getting out in the two-mile with nobody by me, but then there were all these people, and I was like, 'Whoa. What is this?’", Gibson said. “I was like in sixth place (early on), so I was like, 'Get in fourth.' Then I got to third, then second and (Gray) got a big lead on me and I kept telling myself, 'You got it. You got it.'
“I knew if I slowly tried to pace and keep going, that I could pull it out in the finish.”
That mindset worked for Gibson, who capped off her three-win day with an impressive come-from-behind victory in two-mile, crossing in 11:28.59, holding of Gray (11:38.73), as both locals advanced to next week’s Massillon Perry Regional.
“I went out the way I ran my PR (11:36) and I went out at a pace that was comfortable for me,” Gray said. “Unfortunately, today I think the heat kind of kicked me, but I was I really happy that I was able to do this on a such a hot day. I think this was a really big confidence booster heading into regionals. I'm really proud of myself.”
The first-place run for Gibson came on the heels of a pair of dominant wins, the first in the 1,600 (5:06) by over five full seconds against Columbia’s Madeleine Finton and a four-plus second victory in the 800 (2:19.69) against Katie Lane of Mogadore,
“I just kept telling myself that this is my race and I needed to race myself,” Gibson said. “Recently I've been thinking about other times and I'm like 'Oh, I can't run that,' but really, it's just me and the clock.”
Merrick Gibson also advanced to regionals in the 1,600 and 800, placing third in both races, while Loudonville’s Tess Shultz placed fourth in the mile.
Gibson’s multi-win day, along with a meet-record performance from Orrville’s Ainsley Hamsher in the pole vault and Dalton’s 4x100 relay, highlighted a day that saw the Bulldogs and Rittman take third and fourth, respectively, in the final team standings.
Portage County rivals Rootstown and Mogadore took the top two spots overall.
Hamsher cleared the bar at 12-3 with just one miss on the day before attempting to break the area record with the height set at 12-9. She came close on both the first and third attempt, but came up just short of the mark.
It capped off a busy day for the senior, who also put together a third-place finish in the 100 hurdles in 16.65 to advance in that event.
“I cleared one bar, checked out, ran the hurdles, came back and kept going,” Hamsher said. “It felt really good today. We had a tailwind, which was nice because it allowed me to move my step back again. We moved up poles and that felt great. I love the nice warm weather and having this many people out here.”
Hamsher won’t be alone as teammate Catrina Rice cleared a personal-best 10 feet to finish district runner-up.
Dalton’s 4x1 relay of Courtney Weaver, Lauren Clos, Macy Seeman and Brianna Chenevey combined to clock a 50.55 to take a thrilling final against Lake Center Christian (50.85).
And, like the quartet has done all season, it was about the little things.
“We just focused on handoffs,” Chenevey said. “That's always the scary things with relays, and I always try to keep that in the back of my mind.
“I always tell our whole group to just get the baton in each other's hands and then we can take care of the rest.”
Both Clos and Chenevey advanced in the 100 and 200, Clos taking the 100 over her teammate en route to a second-place finish in 12.59, while Chenevey was runner-up in the 200 in 25.52 to beat Clos by one spot.
“I just had to keep going, because I heard everyone else, and I was like, 'I have to make it' I just had to go,” Clos said of the 100 final. “It's always comforting to have a teammate, though. To know that she's always going to push me, that's always a good thing.”
The Bulldogs also advanced their 4x4 with a second-place run in 4:14.30, with Smithville taking third in 4:15.39. The Smithies also had a pair of 400 runners qualify for Massillon— freshman Claire Hess taking third (1:00.99) and sophomore Maddy Lengacher (1:01.14) in fourth.
Speaking of second-place finishes, Loudonville’s Corri Vermilya had just that in the 300 hurdles. On the heels of just missing a regional berth in the 100 hurdles, the sophomore stormed out of the blocks and picked up key positioning before a run of 48.92.
Waynedale’s Skye Morris was right behind Vermilya in third (49.44), adding another regional-qualifying spot after an second-place finish in the 100 hurdles in 16.55.
“This means a lot to me, especially since last year I got fourth and barely made it out,” Morris said. “I knew the girl from Rootstown (Marinna Atanmo) was really good, so my goal was to try and get second. I've been working hard for this and I'm really happy about it.”’
Vermilya and the Redbirds 4x2 relay team also advanced with a run of 1:49.87, finishing in third ahead of Smithville (1:50.94).
In Friday’s field-event finals, the Northwestern tandem of Emily Thompson and Chase Amlotte took third and fourth, respectively, in the discus. Thompson, who won the shot put on Wednesday, had a toss of 108-1, while Amlotte recorded a mark of 103-11.
Loudonville’s Sydney Polen was third in the long jump to qualify for regionals, clearing 16-7. | https://www.the-daily-record.com/story/sports/2022/05/20/track-and-field-rittmans-pyper-gibson-wins-three-events-districts/9851137002/ | 2022-05-21T07:09:56Z | https://www.the-daily-record.com/story/sports/2022/05/20/track-and-field-rittmans-pyper-gibson-wins-three-events-districts/9851137002/ | true | 1 |
Bringing It All Back Home
They’re coming from Zimbabwe via Los Angeles. They’re coming from Brisbane via Alabama. They’re here from Jamaica via Liverpool and London; from the ancient earth of Dja Dja Wurrung country and the quadraphonic synthesised jazz-funk future. The Australian-made music element of next month’s Rising festival is nothing if not diverse. Here are five far-flung attractions returning to play Melbourne’s long-awaited winter awakening next month.
Tkay Maidza
The Forum, June 5 (with IJALE)
Last Year Was Weird for rising rap queen Tkay Maidza. Her EP trilogy of that name is finished, documenting her evolution from suburban Australian teen wannabe to groovy UK label (4AD), tens of millions of Spotify streams and a new home beneath the Hollywood sign in LA. Still, the weirdness won’t quit.
Take the time Kim Possible came backstage to say hi in Texas – OK, not the cartoon action heroine that Maidza impersonates in her video for Kim, alongside Kim Kardashian and Lil’ Kim, but the actor who voices her, Christy Carlson Romano.
Then there was the time the Zimbabwe-born, Adelaide-raised newcomer found herself opening for megastar Billie Eilish in massive arenas in the US. As she stepped in front of the biggest crowds she’s seen so far, “the sentence in my head was, ‘You’re supposed to be here; you are so ready for this,’” she says. “That was surreal for me to be like, ‘Wait, I’m not afraid at all.’”
The fine art of flexing doesn’t have room for fear. “Yes I’m a self-made disaster but there won’t be anyone after,” she rapped on her debut album of 2016. “They’ll look up my name and they will see my reign was hard work to experience rapture.”
“My music is usually about things that I hope to achieve,” she says today. “It’s kinda like you’re speaking something into existence. Like, what if I just made a really bratty rap song and imagine if I was this really cool person – what would I say? I make the song and eventually I become that person.”
That person mixes in lofty circles these days. “Too many queens on the throne,” she observes in the opening track of Last Year Was Weird, Vol. 3, a veiled threat to her competition on the world hip-hop stage.
“Competition is healthy,” she says. “You support each other as well … and it’s not just girls. For me, doing this kind of rap music, I’m in the boys’ club too. And that’s also a competition. If you think Tyler the Creator, ASAP Rocky, Genesis Owusu, that’s the kind of alt-rap scene I’m talking about.”
Tkay Maidza’s full-band Rising performance will be her first in Melbourne in four years. “We’re going to do all the EPs. It’s kind of a glory run, like, ‘this chapter is over, let’s celebrate it’ … Now I have to go into a new era where it’s new titles, new words, and I need to find who the next Tkay is going to be. I feel like a butterfly coming out of a cocoon.”
The Goon Sax
Max Watts, June 2 (with EXEK)
A motel room in Birmingham Alabama is a major victory for the Goon Sax. Like so many other bands, the Brisbane rock trio’s last year has been a string of cancellations across the northern hemisphere.
“When we got off the plane in Seattle, I couldn’t believe we’d actually left Brisbane,” Louis Forster says. Bandmates Riley Jones and James Harrison crowd the zoom screen, compounding a dizzy sense of joy to be back on the road, where every rock band belongs.
“We’ve come straight back in, playing a show every night,” says Forster, whose father, Robert Forster of the Go-Betweens, is not an irrelevant reference point for the trio’s gangly, loveable, twangsome songs about mundane trials and tangential thoughts.
The Goon Sax’s Rising gig comes with a reboot of last year’s Mirror II album, now with bonus tracks. They last played here in August 2019.
“I think Melbourne has always had the most people come out to see us,” Jones says. “There’s a lot more support for musicians compared to Brisbane.”
“It’s also the first place we ever played outside of Brisbane,” adds Forster. “I always find playing in Melbourne I get the most nervous. I don’t know why …”
Harrison says it’s because Melbourne birthed “lots of cool bands who I love and have loved for a long time, like the Twerps and Dick Diver.” It’s an act of inspiration and exchange the Goon Sax are very conscious of perpetuating.
“On stage,” says Forster, “you’re kind of acting this ridiculous character of yourself that is on the one hand so completely truthful, and then on the other hand, kind of not real. I think by believing in that character in yourself, maybe you encourage others to do the same. That’s what I hope, at least; that other people feel like they can dance stupidly at our show because I’m doing it.”
Heavy Congress
The Forum, June 4
“We were going to have nine sound systems at the Town Hall last year. This year, we’re going to have 10 at the Forum,” Stick Mareebo says. When he puts it that way, 2021’s devastating last-minute cancellation sounds like a win. “We’re satisfied that now we have the right mix for this exhibition of sound,” declares the Jamaican-born MC of Heavy Congress.
In the tradition of the original Kingston street parties of the 1940s and ’50s, each sound system is a towering, bass-pumping speaker stack installation run by a crew comprising a record selector, a DJ on the mic, and sometimes a singer or musicians, each hell-bent on killing the competition.
From the vintage techno-fuelled VIRUS system to the “strictly drum’n’bass” Sub Temple, to Australia’s first all-female crew, General Feelings, the largest assembly of sound systems this country has ever heard will sound off in timed rounds in a huge arc from stage front to the back of the theatre.
“The thing with the sound system, you have to be on the same level to appreciate it,” Mareeba says. “We didn’t want people getting the bass hitting them straight in the face. We wanted it to hit them from the belly up to the chest.”
The historic nature of the gathering has been documented in a film which will screen upstairs at the Forum theatrette. “That’s if people want to take a little break from the heavy bass,” says Mareebo, who will DJ for Liverpool expat Stryka D’s Heartical Hi Powa, thought to be the first old-school reggae-fired system built in the state.
“They’re all from Victoria, every single one of them,” he says, though many of their owners have landed here from the UK, New Zealand and elsewhere. His only regret is that “we couldn’t fit in all 25 sound systems that reside in Victoria. We wanted 12. But we couldn’t fit any more in the building.”
Wurukur Djuanduk Balag — Ancestors Are Calling
Ulumbarra Theatre Bendigo, June 1
Melbourne Museum, June 3
What if those chipped pieces of volcanic glass the women used to cut murnong could talk? The stone axes, grinding stones and shields collected over centuries from Djaara Country, around Malmsbury Reservoir. What if they could sing? That’s kind of what they did to Yorta Yorta/ Dja Dja Wurrung musician and linguist Lou Bennett.
“I was able to sit with about 20 to 30 pieces, quietly, on my own, in the Moreland Collection and at the [Melbourne] Museum,” says the former Tiddas singer and Black Arm Band mainstay. “There were a lot of emotions of joy; of sadness, and an understanding of, ‘You’ve come to visit with us’ … My creative response is Waruka Djuanduk Balag, which is roughly translated as ‘the ancestors are calling’.”
In its world premiere for Rising, the song-based narrative draws on a range of First Nations languages to reflect the found objects, venues and each performer’s country. Whether in person or specially recorded, they include Deline Briscoe (Yalanji), Wurundjeri elder Aunty Joy Wandin, and leaf whistler Uncle Herb Patten (Ganai-Kurnai, Yorta Yorta and Wiradjuri).
“I’m using both live music instrumentation in the form of the Silo String Quartet, and live voices both sung and spoken,” Bennett says. “My gaka, my niece Allara [Yorta Yorta] will be joining me on stage … we’re throwing aside our acoustic instruments for computer instruments, which has been fantastic.
“I hope people enjoy it; I hope that it moves them in some way. I’m happy if people just get to think ... to go well, there is another way of seeing the world; there is another way of being in the world, not just conceptually, but practically. Your purpose on this Earth isn’t just about your job. There’s a deeper sense of why we’re here.”
Harvey Sutherland Presents Neurotic Funk
Melbourne Recital Centre, June 3-4
“Without giving too much away,” Harvey Sutherland says coyly, “we’re essentially reconfiguring the Recital Centre to be more of a dance-friendly space, building a big dance floor for everybody to get down on.”
Neurotic Funk will unfold in quadraphonic sound, in collaboration with a team of visual artists, video producers and lighting designers, for an immersive dance party experience where those stiff-backed chairs used to be, the Melbourne synth player born Mike Katz explains.
“We’re working with John O’Donnell, who is a great system designer [from the UK]. He’s doing all the sketches and calculations to get everything feeling sweet, wherever you are in the room. It allows us to make the band and the music feel a little more spatial, and we can send synthesisers flying around the room.”
A great synth, Katz explains, “is one that you can fly. It’s one that you can kind of speak through. I tend to play with the filters and things as I’m performing, so it should feel very organic. Not too static or rigid or digital. There should be an element of humanness to it.”
Added humanness comes in the form of six jazz-funk musicians driven by drummer Felix Bloxsom. The “neurotic” twist to the recipe is illustrated in a diagram on the back of Harvey Sutherland’s new album, Boy.
“Essentially, the harder you try to be funky, the less funky you become,” he explains, “until you push through that un-funky valley, then you start to achieve a level of funk that you can only describe as neurotic. As a description of my process, it feels right.”
Rising Melbourne runs from June 1-12. rising.melbourne
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BOISE — Adam Stock, founder of Cargo Made-EZ, took home $50,000 as the winner of the third season of Bloomberg Television Network’s “2 Minute Drill,” according to a news release about the event.
Hosted by investor David Meltzer, “2 Minute Drill” features five contestants who have two minutes to make a successful pitch to a panel of judges, with $50,000 being awarded to the winner. As the winner of the 2021 Boise Entrepreneur Week pitch competition, Stock automatically qualified to participate in the third season finals of “2 Minute Drill.”
During his two-minute pitch, Stock demonstrated his motorized strap system that integrates into truck beds and flat-bed trailers to help prevent theft, liability and cargo damage. He explained that in the United States, over 200,000 accidents occur from failing to secure a load, causing an average loss of over $15,000 per incident. He closed his pitch by sharing his vision to work directly with truck manufacturers and integrate into cargo fleets for companies such as Home Depot, Lowes and U-Haul.
Impressed by Stock’s growth potential, passion and high energy, the show’s judges crowned him the season winner.
“Winning this season’s “2 Minute Drill” will help scale my company through funding manufacturing equipment and CAD software,” Stock said. “I am grateful to Boise Entrepreneur Week for providing an incredible opportunity to position my company for success.”
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After including cash prizes, Boise Entrepreneur Week provided $142,000 in funding to entrepreneurs last year. Perkins Coie was the “2021 Two Minute Drill” Presenting Sponsor and other sponsors included Alturas, Kiln, Scoggin Capital Investment, TELEO Capital and Vynyl. Partners included The Outpost, Trailhead, Two Minute Drill and VentureCapital.org.
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Report on Electronics Manufacturing Outsourcing Market Offers Growth Outlook & Industrial expansion plan by prominent players like Foxconn, Flextronics, Jabil Circuit, Celestica, Sanmina-SCI, TT Electronics, Norautron & EPIQ
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Communication
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PAINESVILLE, Ohio -- The Beachwood mother of four who hired a hitman to kill her ex-husband was sentenced today to 10 years in prison.
Lake County Common Pleas Court Judge Eugene Lucci gave 41-year-old Christine Metter the maximum sentence after a jury found her guilty last month of conspiracy to commit aggravated murder.
Lucci said in a telephone interview that he gave Metter the maximum for four reasons: her lack of remorse; the extreme psychological harm she caused David Metter, their four daughters and Metter's new wife; her involving her father in the scheme and blaming him for it; and her failure to stop the scheme at any point along the way.
She and her 77-year-old father were arrested after the Eastlake police officer who posed as the hitman showed her father a cellphone photo of David Metter posing as though he'd been shot in the head in a Florida hotel room.
"She wanted David Metter killed as revenge for his getting custody of their 16-year-old daughter and to prevent him from getting custody of the younger three girls," Lucci said.
Christine Metter was also the beneficiary of a $1.5 million life insurance policy that a Baltimore divorce judge had ordered David Metter to maintain. She had agreed to pay the hitman $50,000 from the policy proceeds, Lucci said.
Metter's attorney, S. Michael Lear, did not return a call from The Plain Dealer.
Christine Metter, her father, Al Zombory, her friend Patrick Sabo and the undercover officer first met June 3 at an Eastlake restaurant to discuss the killing. The meeting was arranged after Sabo tipped police to Christine Metter's plan, after he joked with her about hiring a hitman, then Metter sent her father to meet Sabo to seriously discuss doing so.
After Metter's conviction, Zombory pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit aggravated murder and was sentenced Tuesday by Judge Richard Collins Jr. to nine years in prison. | https://www.cleveland.com/metro/2012/02/beachwood_mother_gets_10_years.html | 2022-05-21T07:36:25Z | https://www.cleveland.com/metro/2012/02/beachwood_mother_gets_10_years.html | false | 1 |
What's Up with Biden Pres Sec's Dress? Don Jr. Goes Viral After Noticing Hilarious Detail
New White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre has already received criticism for her scripted news briefings, and justifiably so.
On Monday, Jean-Pierre was caught reading directly from her notes about the importance of the United States tax code as it relates to climate change.
The problem was that Fox News reporter Peter Doocy’s question to her was about inflation, and she never even came close to answering it.
Doocy: “How does raising taxes on corporations lower the cost of gas, the cost of a used car, the cost of food, for everyday Americans?”
Jean-Pierre: “We encourage those who have done very well, especially those who care about climate change, to support a fairer tax code.” pic.twitter.com/rcvptEkgPN
— Washington Free Beacon (@FreeBeacon) May 16, 2022
In addition to the concerns about her job performance, however, Jean-Pierre’s choice of attire is raising some eyebrows.
White House press assistant Megha Bhattacharya posted a photo to Twitter on Monday congratulating Jean-Pierre for being promoted to press secretary. In the image, Jean-Pierre was wearing a medium-length dress of a light pink color.
Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre has a nice ring to it pic.twitter.com/TcFbNcajYo
— Megha Bhattacharya (@mbhattacharya46) May 16, 2022
There’s nothing wrong with the dress. It looks perfectly nice from a visual standpoint.
However, many leftists would be horrified to learn the possible origins of the dress. As one savvy Twitter user noted, the garment looked very much like one designed by Ivanka Trump, daughter of former President Donald Trump.
“Love the Press Secretary’s dress,” Michele Perez Exner wrote in response to Bhattacharya. “I too own this Ivanka Trump dress and I’m even wearing it in my profile pic.”
Her tweet included a photo of an incredibly similar dress listed for sale online with “Ivanka Trump” clearly named as the designer.
Love the Press Secretary’s dress. I too own this Ivanka Trump dress and I’m even wearing it in my profile pic 😂 https://t.co/AnK5UfnMvs pic.twitter.com/OeLjcGoa7B
— Michele Perez Exner (@michelepexner) May 17, 2022
The former president’s eldest son, Donald Trump Jr., shared the tweet on Wednesday morning and tagged his sister, receiving thousands of “likes” on the platform.
While it would be impossible to verify that Jean-Pierre’s dress was the exact Ivanka Trump design without seeing the label, there is no doubt it looks nearly identical to the Trump-designed dress.
Trump shut down her clothing line in July 2018, The Wall Street Journal reported. If Jean-Pierre’s dress was not an Ivanka original, it is possible another designer imitated the design.
Either way, it is ironic for a member of the Biden administration to wear something associated with the Trump family.
This month, President Joe Biden attempted to paint Trump supporters as some sort of cult by coining the term “Ultra-MAGA.” He also sought to criticize Donald Trump by referring to him as “the great MAGA king” and claiming Trump’s supporters were “the most extreme” political group “in recent American history.”
Biden refers to Trump as “the great MAGA king.” pic.twitter.com/tkONV6dbxf
— Greg Price (@greg_price11) May 11, 2022
All of this language clearly was meant to portray Trump as a dictator and his supporters as radicals who are dangerous to the country. If the Biden and his team truly believed that, wouldn’t they want to avoid any association with him and his family, including a dress seemingly designed by his daughter?
It isn’t a big deal that Jean-Pierre wore this dress. Even if Ivanka Trump designed it, there should be no problem with a member of an opposing political party wearing it.
Yet leftists are the ones who have created this hyperpartisan reality, ridiculous as it is. By wearing this dress, Jean-Pierre accidentally highlighted how dishonest the Biden administration has been.
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SEBRING-- Carli Shirlene Watt, 30, of Sebring was arrested Tuesday morning and faces charges of aggravated battery with a deadly weapon. The Highlands County Sheriff's arrest report shows Watt drove to her victim's residence without her knowledge and honked her vehicle's horn to get the victim to go outside.
According to the report, the victim exited her residence and picked up a shovel yelling for Watt to leave. Watt backed out onto the road. The victim stepped into the roadway in front of Watt's vehicle. Allegedly Watt drove forward, hitting the victim who landed on the hood of the vehicle. The report shows Watt drove for “several hundred feet” with the victim on the hood and hit a speed limit sign. The victim was screaming for Watt to stop and would fall off the car that kept on driving.
Neighbors called 911 for the victim who went to the hospital for non-life threatening injuries.
When deputies talked to the people in the victim's residence, they said Watt was not invited over and she had an “ongoing issue” with the victim turning up at the house and causing her stress. They end up calling law enforcement when that happens.
The victim said she has many messages on many platforms from Watt and has attempted to block them. However, the victim said the Watt would create new accounts with false information to further the harassment.
Watt told the deputies a different story. Watt said the victim's friend invited her over and she honked the horn to gain his attention. Watt said the victim came out of the house and picked up a shovel while the suspect backed out the driveway. The suspect said the victim walked toward her vehicle in an “aggressive manner” and truck the car with the shovel. Watt said she was worried about being hit with the shovel.
Neighboring homes with cameras show a car driving fast and not stopping for an intersection. The report states the victim can be heard screaming. Toward the end a “loud crashing noise” can be heard. | https://www.midfloridanewspapers.com/highlands_news-sun/watt-charged-with-aggravated-battery-with-deadly-weapon/article_ced90b98-d86a-11ec-af9a-c3ce01758385.html | 2022-05-21T07:44:54Z | https://www.midfloridanewspapers.com/highlands_news-sun/watt-charged-with-aggravated-battery-with-deadly-weapon/article_ced90b98-d86a-11ec-af9a-c3ce01758385.html | true | 1 |
WFO BOSTON Warnings, Watches and Advisories for Sunday, May 22, 2022
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HEAT ADVISORY
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Boston/Norton MA
307 AM EDT Sat May 21 2022
...HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM THIS MORNING TO 8 PM
EDT SUNDAY...
* WHAT...Heat index values up to 99 degrees expected.
* WHERE...Portions of northern Connecticut, central, eastern,
northeastern, southeastern and western Massachusetts and
northern Rhode Island.
* WHEN...From 8 AM this morning to 8 PM EDT Sunday.
* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat
illnesses to occur.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out
of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young
children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles
under any circumstances.
Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When
possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or
evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat
stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when
possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational
Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent
rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone
overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location.
Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1.
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HYDERABAD: The Government of Telangana has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with King’s College London. This MoU sets out a joint intention between King’s College and the State to explore the development of higher educational provision within the Telangana Pharma City. This will involve collaborative research projects, staff and student exchanges, as well as curriculum development and upskilling.
The partnership fostered between King’s College and Telangana will help to support the vision for Pharma City,of which the creation of a life sciences higher education provision forms a key element.IT & Industries Minister KT Rama Rao’s visit to London follows an engaging trip to India by King’s delegates, including president and Principal of King’s College London last month, spearheaded by the British Council as part of its focus to strengthen HE sectors through internationalisation in both India and the UK.
At the signing ceremony, KTR said, “Hyderabad Pharma City will be the world’s largest pharma cluster and the establishment of a Life Sciences & Pharma University is an integral part of the Pharma City vision. With Telangana’s life sciences ecosystem estimated at USD 50 billion, combined with King’s College London’s world leading expertise in research and training, I’m hopeful that this collaboration will deliver mutually beneficial partnerships for both Telangana and the UK.”Professor Shitij Kapur, president & Principal of King’s College London said, “This collaboration represents an exciting opportunity to develop higher education provision in Telangana.” | https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/hyderabad/2022/may/20/telangana-signs-mou-with-kings-college-london-2455681.html | 2022-05-21T07:48:47Z | https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/hyderabad/2022/may/20/telangana-signs-mou-with-kings-college-london-2455681.html | true | 1 |
Quilt raises funds for local ministry
Inez Lewis has a talent and passion for sewing and says she feels God has called her to practice it and use it for the good of people around her, according to the Rev. Mike Snell, senior minister at First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) of Temple.
Most recently, she donated a handmade quilt designed to cover a full bed to raise funds for the ministries of her lifelong church, First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) of Temple. After more than 350 tickets were sold in the church and at various public venues, one of two tickets purchased by Marty Knight in November won her the quilt in a drawing at the church’s Easter brunch.
The project raised about $1,830 for the church’s ministries.
“I made this quilt some time ago and stored it in a pillowcase, which preserves the fabric better than plastic,” Lewis said. “I told Mike (Senior Minister Mike Snell) that I wanted to donate it to the church, and church board chair Celinda Hallbauer suggested putting it in a drawing to raise money.”
The church’s public relations and evangelism team offered tickets Nov. 18 at the Holiday Around Town sponsored by the Belton and Temple chambers of commerce and at the Day for Women hosted by the Temple Daily Telegram Jan. 22 at the Frank W. Mayborn Civic and Convention Center in Temple. Tickets were also available at the church’s own special events and outside the sanctuary each Sunday in late 2021 and early 2022.
Hallbauer said church member Betty Zook was the top ticket seller.
Lewis said she plans to keep offering quilts to the church for fundraising or other purposes that may be presented.
Mt. Zion Baptist Church pastoral appreciation
Mt. Zion Baptist Church, 417 S. 13th St. in Temple, will honor Dr. C. Edward Maze for 43 years of service to the church and community during an appreciation service 3:30 p.m. Sunday.
The Rev. David Wilson from Greater Cornerstone Baptist Church of Dallas will give the celebration message. The Rev. Alfred C. Stapleton, pastor of Shekinah Tabernacle Baptist Church of Dallas, will service as the emcee. Carolyn Bearden will give the welcome. Music will be provided by the Voices of Zion and Greater Cornerstone Baptist Church. Saundra Williams will give the tribute. The morning worship message at 9:30 a.m. will be given by the Rev. Varden Grayer.
C.A.R.E. network meeting
The Community Alternative, Resources and Empowerment group will meet at 7:30 a.m. on Thursday, June 2, at the First Baptist Church, 617 N. Pearl St. in Belton.
The meeting will include breakfast, a time of prayer and reports from area groups and ministries and their work and needs.
Those who plan to attend are advised to park in lots B or C located across the street and enter through the double doors under the awning.
Calling area pastors
Submissions are sought for the weekly Pastor’s Corner column. For details, email living@tdtnews.com.
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Russia cuts off Finland gas flows over payment dispute
Following Russia’s February 24 invasion of Ukraine, Moscow asked clients from ‘unfriendly countries’ to pay for gas in roubles, a way to sidestep sanctions.
Russia’s Gazprom halted gas exports to neighbouring Finland, the latest escalation of an energy payment dispute with Western nations.
Gazprom Export has demanded that European countries pay for Russian gas supplies in roubles because of sanctions imposed over Moscow’s invasion of Ukraine. But Finland refused to do so.
“Gas imports through Imatra entry point have been stopped,” Gasgrid Finland said in a statement on Saturday. Imatra is the entry point for Russian gas into Finland.
Finnish state-owned gas wholesaler Gasum on Friday said Gazprom had warned flows would be halted from 04:00 GMT on Saturday.
Gasum also confirmed flows had stopped.
“Natural gas supplies to Finland under Gasum’s supply contract have been cut off,” it said in a statement.
“Starting from today, during the upcoming summer season, Gasum will supply natural gas to its customers from other sources through the Balticconnector pipeline.”
Balticconnector links Finland to neighbouring Estonia’s gas grid.
‘Gas system in balance’
Gazprom Export on Friday said flows would be severed because Gasum had not complied with the new Russian rules requiring settlement in roubles.
The majority of gas used in Finland comes from Russia but gas only accounts for about five percent of its annual energy consumption.
Most European supply contracts are denominated in euros or dollars and Moscow halted gas sales to Bulgaria and Poland last month after they refused to comply with the new payment terms.
Gasum, the Finnish government and individual gas-consuming companies in Finland have said they were prepared for a shutdown of Russian flows and the country will manage without.
“The Finnish gas system is in balance both physically and commercially,” Gasgrid said on Saturday.
Finland on Friday said it agreed to charter a storage and regasification vessel from US-based Excelerate Energy to help replace Russian supplies, starting in the fourth quarter this year.
The vessel turns supercooled, liquefied natural gas (LNG), which arrives on ships, back into regular gas.
Following Russia’s February 24 invasion of Ukraine, Moscow has asked clients from “unfriendly countries” – including EU member states – to pay for gas in roubles, a way to sidestep Western financial sanctions against its central bank.
Finland, along with neighbouring Sweden, this week broke its historical military non-alignment and applied for NATO membership, after public and political support for the alliance soared following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
Moscow has warned Finland that any NATO membership application would be “a grave mistake with far-reaching consequences”. | https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2022/5/21/russia-cuts-off-finland-gas-flows-over-payment-dispute | 2022-05-21T07:54:08Z | https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2022/5/21/russia-cuts-off-finland-gas-flows-over-payment-dispute | true | 5 |
Can cryptocurrencies make a strong comeback?
A recent meltdown in the crypto market has caused panic among investors.
Wild swings are common with cryptocurrencies, but not many would have predicted stablecoins – that are touted as secure – could crash.
The unexpected fall in prices has sent the crypto world into meltdown as investors went into what has been compared with a “traditional run” on the banks.
Bitcoin reached its lowest point since 2020 and more than $500bn has been knocked off the sector’s trillion-dollar total market value. The coins later recovered some ground, but investor sentiment remains volatile.
Elsewhere, governments are increasingly tightening their grip on food supplies. Can trade protectionism be avoided?
Published On 21 May 2022 | https://www.aljazeera.com/program/counting-the-cost/2022/5/21/can-cryptocurrency-make-a-strong-comeback | 2022-05-21T07:54:26Z | https://www.aljazeera.com/program/counting-the-cost/2022/5/21/can-cryptocurrency-make-a-strong-comeback | true | null |
ForeFront Power's Solar Energy System Developments include a 377 kW-DC System at Chicago's Goose Island Beer Co. and a 217 kW-DC System at Long Island's Blue Point Brewing Co.
SAN FRANCISCO, May 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- ForeFront Power, a leading developer, advisor, and asset manager for commercial and industrial-scale solar energy and storage projects, has partnered with America's leading brewer, Anheuser-Busch, to develop solar energy systems at eight breweries in its craft business unit, Brewers Collective. ForeFront Power has now completed solar energy installations at Goose Island Beer Co. in Chicago, Blue Point Brewing Co. in Patchogue, NY, Virtue Cider in Fennville, MI., Breckenridge Brewery in Littleton, CO, Devils Backbone Brewing Co. in Lexington, VA, Four Peaks Brewing Co., in Tempe, AZ, Karbach Brewing Co. in Houston, and 10 Barrel Brewing Co. in Bend, OR. Combined, these solar energy systems total 2.4 megawatt-DC (MWdc) and will help Anheuser-Busch avoid over 2 million pounds of carbon dioxide per year.
"Many craft breweries are more than production facilities; they are now major tourist destinations and community hubs," said Michael Smith, CEO of ForeFront Power. "On-site solar generation can not only substantially reduce utility costs, but also serve as a tangible demonstration of a brewery's environmental stewardship and commitment to taking climate action. We applaud Anheuser-Busch for its clean energy leadership in the beverage sector, and it has been so rewarding for our team to help breweries across the U.S. achieve their sustainability goals."
In Chicago, ForeFront Power installed a 377 kilowatt-DC (kW-DC) rooftop solar array atop Goose Island's Barrel House. Goose Island opened in 1988, and in 2014 opened the Barrel House, a state-of-the-art, 139,000 sq. foot brewing facility and event space that is home to over 15,000 barrels, all within a historic Art Deco brick warehouse. The rooftop solar array will generate 484,000 kilowatt-hours (kWh) of electricity annually, helping Goose Island avoid 750,000 pounds of carbon dioxide a year. This is roughly equivalent to the carbon sequestered by 420 acres of forest in one year.
"Goose Island is proud to have completed a solar energy project atop our Barrel House," said Todd Ahsmann, president of Goose Island Beer Co. "The ForeFront Power team helped make going solar a turnkey process, and we are pleased with our system's performance, the utility savings it provides, and its positive contribution to our region's climate goals. Goose Island is proof that if solar can work in the Windy City, it can work anywhere."
At Long Island's Blue Point Brewing Co., ForeFront Power installed a 217 kW-DC rooftop solar array atop the brewery's 54,000 sq. foot facility in Patchogue, NY. The completion of the solar project marks an important milestone in Blue Point Brewing's decades-long sustainability program. The solar project will generate over 285,000 kWh of electricity annually, the equivalent of 247 acres of U.S. forestry conserved.
"Blue Point is surrounded by water and has always focused our sustainability efforts on protecting our waterways," said Nick Rosenberg, Blue Point's environmental safety manager. "Becoming a solar brewery was the logical next step to fight climate change and lower our utility bills at the same time. We are thankful for ForeFront Power's expert guidance through every phase of the project, from permitting, to installation, to construction and energization."
The solar projects are all part of a company-wide commitment from Anheuser-Busch to purchase 100% of its electricity from renewable sources – a goal it achieved four years early. Through partnerships with leading renewable energy providers like ForeFront Power, all Anheuser-Busch Brewers Collective craft partner brewery and cidery locations now brew with 100% renewable electricity from wind and solar power.*
About ForeFront Power
ForeFront Power is a leading North American developer of solar and energy storage solutions for commercial, industrial, public sector and community solar customers. The ForeFront Power team has 15 years of experience working together to develop more than 1,300 behind-the-meter and community solar and storage projects, totaling more than 1 gigawatt-DC of renewable electricity. Headquartered in San Francisco, with offices in New York City and Mexico City, the company offers business, government, education and community solar customers in the U.S. and Mexico a broad array of development, advisory and asset management services. ForeFront Power is a wholly owned subsidiary of Mitsui & Co. Ltd., a global energy infrastructure and investment leader with a robust balance sheet and an "A" credit rating from Standard & Poor's. For more information, visit forefrontpower.com.
About Brewers Collective
Brewers Collective, a business unit of Anheuser-Busch, is on a mission to energize how people view, consume and experience beer by sharing our joy of brewing. We have an unwavering devotion to our beer, brands, people and communities, and are on a continued pursuit of making the next beer our best one yet. We believe that quality is not an exception, innovation is a standard, and that everyone is welcome within the world of beer. Brewers Collective encourages everyone to drink responsibly, hydrate and get a safe ride home when needed.
About Anheuser-Busch
At Anheuser-Busch, our purpose is to create a future with more cheers. We are always looking to serve up new ways to meet life's moments, dream big to move our industry forward, and make a meaningful impact in the world. We hope to build a future that everyone can celebrate, and everyone can share. For more than 160 years, Anheuser-Busch has carried on a legacy of brewing great-tasting, high-quality beers that have satisfied beer drinkers for generations. Today, we own and operate more than 120 facilities, including breweries, wholesaler distribution centers, agricultural facilities and packaging plants, and have more than 19,000 colleagues across the United States. We are home to several of America's most loved beer brands, including Budweiser, Bud Light, Michelob ULTRA and Stella Artois, as well as a number of regional brands that provide beer drinkers with a choice of the best-tasting craft beers in the industry. From responsible drinking programs and emergency drinking water donations to industry-leading sustainability efforts, we are guided by our unwavering commitment to supporting the communities we call home. For more information, visit www.anheuser-busch.com or follow Anheuser-Busch on LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.
*Electricity is one type of energy Anheuser-Busch uses to brew. Visit https://www.anheuser- busch.com/community/home.html for details.
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CORONATION Street paid an emotional tribute on Friday night to the victims of the Manchester Arena bombing ahead of the fifth anniversary of the tragedy.
Soap veterans Gail Platt and Eileen Grimshaw, played by actors Helen Worth and Sue Cleaver, were seen placing flowers at a memorial bench in a community garden.
The garden was built at the ITV studio in honour of the victims, including Corrie superfan Martyn Hett, in 2018.
A plaque also in the garden reads: "For Martyn and all those who lost their lives on the 22nd of May 2017. We stand together."
Gail and Eileen, who have clashed over the years on the ITV soap, came together to mark the anniversary.
"It's a lovely bench, isn't it?," Gail said in the moving scene.
Eileen replied: "It is, it's just a crying shame it even has to be here.
"Five years on Sunday," Gail commented. "I know," Eileen replied back.
Gail said: "Could have been any one of us, couldn't it, any one of us from this street."
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"Our kids, grandkids," Eileen agreed.
On 22nd May 2017, ISIS-inspired terrorist Salman Abedi, 22, set off a shrapnel-packed homemade bomb hidden in a rucksack as he waited in the foyer of the Manchester Arena, at the end of an Ariana Grande concert.
The suicide bomb killed Abedi and 22 innocent men, women and children - the youngest being eight year-old Saffie-Rose Roussos, of Leyland, Lancs - and injured hundreds more.
Less than 24 hours later thousands gathered for a show of defiant solidarity in Albert Square.
Martyn, a keen YouTuber and Coronation Street superfan, with a flourishing career in PR, had a vivacious love of life and once appeared on Channel 4’s Come Dine With Me.
He had been in high spirits before the concert, which was supposed to be his farewell night out before he set off to travel the world.
Martyn was killed by sixteen pieces of shrapnel that were later found in his body.
As well as those killed, more than 800 people, many of them children, were injured.
After Martyn’s death, his many friends and fans got a hashtag on Twitter trending #BeMoreMartyn. | https://www.thescottishsun.co.uk/tv/8897969/coronation-street-manchester-bombing-victims/ | 2022-05-21T08:00:37Z | https://www.thescottishsun.co.uk/tv/8897969/coronation-street-manchester-bombing-victims/ | false | 3 |
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WFO PHOENIX Warnings, Watches and Advisories for Saturday, May 21, 2022
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1252 AM MST Sat May 21 2022
...WIND ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 1 AM PDT EARLY THIS MORNING...
Very localized windy conditions will continue through around
sunrise, but an overall downtrend in winds is occurring. Thus the
advisory will be allowed to expire at 1 AM PST.
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As we’ve all either heard or experienced, probably multiple times, there has been an obvious issue when it comes to baby formula shortage across the country. But why is that?
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Hollywood dispensary set to open in June pending local administrative review
TORONTO, May 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - Halo Collective Inc. ("Halo" or the "Company") (NEO: HALO) (OTCQX: HCANF) (Germany: A9KN) today announced that it expects all three of it's Los Angeles dispensaries will be open by the end of June.
- The Grand Opening of Budega Westwood will be Friday, May 27. As previously announced, this premier retail establishment passed its Los Angeles inspection. The Budega Westwood (ZXC11, LLC) dispensary is strategically located between Westwood and Beverly Hills, right off Santa Monica Boulevard and within two miles of the University of Los Angeles California campus ("UCLA") and the closest dispensary to the tourist district of Beverly Hills and Century City.
- Budega Hollywood, is expected to open in June. The Company has received its license from the State of California, and the final local inspection has been scheduled. Construction is progressing on plan.
"The Hollywood dispensary will be our first superstore, with 4,500 square feet, giving us the capacity for more than 1,000 SKUs," commented Kiran Sidhu, Halo's Chief Executive Officer. "Both of our Hollywood and Westwood dispensaries are strategically located, promising significant nearby foot traffic and access to locals and tourists alike. In addition, our Hollywood dispensary has ample parking on-site, and after a brief ramp-up period, we expect both dispensaries to contribute meaningfully to our revenue and operating profit contribution by the second half of 2022."
Budega Hollywood will offer our vast product assortment, including many top-tier California brands such as Jungle Boys, Jeeter, 710 Labs, Alien Labs, Connected Cookies, and Kiva as well as highlight Budega's line of branded products, which remain the top selling SKU's at Budega's North Hollywood location. In addition, the store will also stock Halo's Hush™ branded cartridges, gummies, and pre-rolls. The store plans to operate Monday through Sunday from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. Visit www.budega.com for more information or to place your order online.
"When these two locations open, Halo will have three Los Angeles dispensaries, each offering an unrivaled retail shopping experience, enabling us to differentiate ourselves in the marketplace and build brand equity," said Ryan Kunkel, Halo's Chairman.
California is the highest-grossing state for cannabis retail sales in the United States, with legal retail sales of $5.2 billion1 in 2021, up 17% from 2020. California is projected to gross $7 billion by 2025.2 California is the largest legal cannabis market in the United States and is less saturated than other mature retail markets. In Los Angeles County, there are approximately 250 licenses3 for a population of 3.9 million across 500 square miles4, compared to Oregon, which has 4.3 million people and approximately 800 stores across 98,466 square miles5. There are roughly two licenses per 100,000 people in California, one of the lowest rates in the nation among states that support legal recreational sales. By comparison, Oregon has 18 retail shops for every 100,000 residents. Colorado boasts a similar ratio, and Washington state's rate is more than triple California's6.
Halo is a multi-national incubation company with assets and operations centered in both THC and non-THC sectors. For the THC sector, Halo is focused on the West Coast of the United States where it has vertically integrated operations covering the entire value chain from seed to sale. Halo cultivates, extracts, manufactures, and distributes quality cannabis flower, pre-rolls, vape carts, edibles, and concentrates. Halo sells these products under a portfolio of brands including Hush™, Winberry Farms™, Williams Wonder Farms, its retail brand Budega™, and under license agreements with Papa's Herb®, DNA Genetics, and FlowerShop*. Halo has opened a dispensary in Los Angeles under the Budega™ brand in North Hollywood and plans to open two more in Hollywood, and Westwood in the second quarter of 2022. Halo also operates three Kushbar retail cannabis stores located in Alberta, Canada.
In the non-THC sector, Halo is expanding into health and wellness categories including CBD and functional supplements such as nootropic nutraceuticals and non-psychotropic mushrooms. Halo, through a series of acquisitions, is developing product offerings in the form of beverages (H2C Beverages), dissolvable strips (Dissolve Medical), capsules (Hushrooms™), and topical supplements (Hatshe) with proposed national distribution via a strategic agreement with SWAY Energy Corporation. Halo has entered a letter of intent to acquire Phytocann Holdings, one of Europe's leading wellness CBD consumer packaged goods companies with a portfolio of value and premium brands including Ivory, Harvest Laboratoires, Easy Weed, Kanolia, Herboristerie Alexandra, Buddies and Ghosty Buds.
As an incubator, Halo has successfully acquired and integrated a variety of companies which were subsequently reorganized to create Akanda Corp. (NASDAQ: AKAN), an international medical cannabis and wellness company, of which Halo currently owns approximately 44% of the common shares. Halo has also acquired a range of software development assets, including CannPOS, Cannalift, CannaFeels, and a discrete sublingual dosing technology, Accudab. Halo intends to reorganize these entities (including their intellectual property and patent applications) into a subsidiary called Halo Tek Inc., and to complete a distribution of the shares of Halo Tek Inc. to shareholders on record, at a date to be determined.
For further information regarding Halo, see Halo's disclosure documents on SEDAR at www.sedar.com.
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The Taliban’s decision to dissolve Afghanistan’s Independent Human Rights Commission is a major setback for the country, say human rights groups and defenders.
Criticism came swiftly after Taliban authorities on Tuesday said the AIHRC and four other “unnecessary” departments had been axed in the face of a $500 million annual budget shortfall.
"Because these departments were not deemed necessary and were not included in the budget, they have been dissolved," Innamullah Samangani, the Taliban government's deputy spokesman, told Reuters.
“Nothing more than that can be expected” from the Taliban, which has a poor human rights record, said Mohammad Naim Nazari, former deputy head of the AIHRC.
“The Taliban do not recognize the rights of women, who constitute half of the population," he told VOA's Pashto Service. "They do not believe in freedom of speech and have imposed restrictions on media. … The Taliban do not recognize the rights of minorities.”
Calling Afghanistan's ruling Taliban “afraid” of human rights groups, Nazari described their style of governance as incompatible with formal humanitarian oversight.
The Taliban, however, defended Tuesday's decision, calling the department closures in keeping with a national budget "based on objective facts" and intended only for departments that had been active and productive.
Samangani, the Taliban spokesperson, also said the departments could be reactivated in the future "if needed."
But human rights advocates aren't optimistic. Many of them view Tuesday's announcement as a tragic reversal after 20 years of key improvements for human rights in the country.
“I am dismayed at the reported decision of the Taliban to dissolve the country’s Independent Human Rights Commission,” said U.N. High Commissioner for Human Rights Michelle Bachelet in a prepared statement.
Calling it “a massive setback,” Richard Bennett, U.N. special rapporteur on human rights in Afghanistan, described the commission's role as an independent, domestic mechanism for documenting and monitoring complaints "critical for human rights protection in #Afghanistan.”
Andreas Von Brandt, the EU ambassador for Afghanistan, called the Taliban’s decision “a step in the wrong direction” for national institutions that serve as vital points of connectivity with the outside world.
"Those bridges are being increasingly destroyed,” he tweeted. Their dissolution, he said, “excludes #Afghanistan from universally agreed rights and principles and is also strange for a country which relies heavily on international #foodaid and support.”
Also dissolved was the High Council for National Reconciliation (HCNR), the once high-powered National Security Council, and the commission for overseeing the implementation of the Afghan constitution.
The HCNR was last headed by the country’s one-time second-ranking government official Abdullah Abdullah, and was working to negotiate a peace between the U.S.-backed government of former President Ashraf Ghani and the then-insurgent Taliban.
Dissolving the institutions mean that thousands of professional Afghans have lost their jobs, said Abdul Qadir Zazai, a former member of the Afghan parliament, adding that “these people were trained for their jobs over the last 20 years.”
Founded in 2002 to document and report on human rights abuses throughout the country, the AIHRC lost seven of its employees “to violence and terrorism [most directly attributed to the Taliban] since its establishment,” tweeted former AIHRC chairperson Shaharzad Akbar.
The commission halted its activities after the Taliban regained power in 2021, and all its nine commissioners escaped the country fearing Taliban reprisals.
Former AIHRC commissioner Shabnam Salihi told VOA that although human rights violations continue to be reported via foreign groups such as Amnesty International and Human Rights Watch, the dissolution of Afghanistan’s only independent rights commission means many more violations are now expected to be overlooked.
“We hear people are tortured and killed. We hear about war crimes. At such a time, there is no organization to watch on the [Taliban] government,” Salihi told VOA.
Although AIHRC was unable to work under the Taliban, “it was an important institution for Afghanistan,” Heather Barr of Human Rights Watch told VOA.
“The Taliban, by abolishing this office, are saying very openly that they don't intend to comply with human rights," she added. "They're not interested in respecting Afghanistan's obligations under international law. And they don't care if people whose rights are violated have nowhere to go for help.”
The Taliban ruled Afghanistan from 1996 to 2001 with an iron fist and implemented a harsh version of Islamic rule, including banning women from education and work. After taking over last year, the Taliban assured the world they would be more moderate.
However, they have yet to allow girls to restart secondary school education and have also introduced rules that mandate that women and girls wear veils and require them to have male relatives accompany them in public places.
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A billionaire developer from Dubai is set to purchase the site of a South Florida condominium that collapsed last June, killing 98 people, for $120 million after no other bids were submitted by the Friday evening deadline for next week’s auction.
Michael Fay, of Avison Young, said hundreds of potential buyers had shown interest in the property, but none were ultimately prepared to match the strong initial bid of Hussain Sajwani, of DAMAC Properties. Avison Young is the commercial real estate firm that was appointed to market the land as part of a class-action lawsuit.
The auction for the 1.8-acre (0.72-hectare) parcel in Surfside was scheduled for Tuesday. Earlier this month, families of the victims reached a $997 million settlement with local officials, the developers of an adjacent building and others whom they hold responsible for the collapse of the 40-year-old, 12-story beachside building during the early hours of June 24.
Most of the Champlain Towers South collapsed suddenly about 1:20 a.m. last June 24 as most of its residents slept. Only three people survived the initial collapse. No other survivors were found despite the around-the-clock efforts of rescuers who dug through a 40-foot (12-meter) pile of rubble for two weeks. Another three dozen people were in the portion of the building that remained standing.
The condominium’s residents and visitors formed a melting pot: Orthodox Jews, Latin Americans, Israelis, Europeans and snowbirds from the Northeast.
The National Institute of Standards and Technology is investigating the cause of the collapse, a process that is expected to take years. | https://www.wytv.com/news/national-world/ap-us-news/dubai-developer-to-buy-florida-condo-collapse-site-for-120m/ | 2022-05-21T08:36:00Z | https://www.wytv.com/news/national-world/ap-us-news/dubai-developer-to-buy-florida-condo-collapse-site-for-120m/ | true | 24 |
Crystal Palace boss Patrick Vieira hopes Conor Gallagher can end his “win-win” loan spell at the club with victory at home to Manchester United on Sunday.
The midfielder will bring his successful temporary spell with the Eagles to an end this weekend and is set to receive a tremendous reception at Selhurst Park following a season where he has hit eight goals and provided five assists in all competitions.
Gallagher will return to Chelsea this summer and the noises coming out of both clubs suggest that is where he will remain for the start of next season, but Vieira is thrilled with how the loan went for both the player and Palace.
“Conor has been fantastic to us,” he said.
“I think he felt like he’s at home, the way he has been performing for us. He understands the way we want to play the game and he brings his energy, his determination, so hopefully he will finish with a win.
“We know that he has to go back to Chelsea and then what will happen? We don’t know.
“But what is important is that he came for a year, he worked hard, worked well and he gave something to the team and the football club.
“I think it was a win-win. I think he was really happy with us, he played really well, which allowed him to go to England. He’s happy, so we are happy.”
Gallagher was used off the bench during Thursday’s 3-2 defeat at Everton, which ended Palace’s hopes of setting a club record for most points achieved in a Premier League term.
The dramatic loss at Goodison Park – where boss Vieira was involved in an altercation after full time with a home supporter – means the Eagles can now only reach 48 points, not the 50 required to reach a new best total, but they can still claim a top-half finish.
Vieira also insists if any fanbase deserves one more victory this season it is the Palace faithful, and that is why there will be no lack of motivation against United on Sunday.
He added: “It’s going to be really easy and simple. It’s a home game and when you look at the support that we have had this year, it’s been fantastic.
“And if there are fans that deserve a really good performance, it will be our fans, so I don’t have any doubt that we will try our best to perform and try to win the game for them.”
One subplot to the fixture will be the presence of incoming United boss Erik ten Hag at Selhurst Park.
The Dutchman will not be involved in team selection but has spoken with interim manager Ralf Rangnick this week ahead of his official start day on Monday.
A constant subject of debate remains the future of 24-goal hitman Cristiano Ronaldo, but Ten Hag recently described the attacker as a “giant” in a sign his time at Old Trafford may not be over.
Vieira, who faced the Portuguese superstar as a teenager, insisted: “I think when you’re talking about Ronaldo, you’re talking about one of the legends of the game.
“I think every single year there’s always a question mark about him. But when you’re looking at his record and the number of goals that he scored, we shouldn’t question the player.” | https://www.expressandstar.com/sport/uk-sports/2022/05/21/patrick-vieira-wants-winning-end-to-fantastic-conor-gallagher-loan-spell/ | 2022-05-21T08:37:57Z | https://www.expressandstar.com/sport/uk-sports/2022/05/21/patrick-vieira-wants-winning-end-to-fantastic-conor-gallagher-loan-spell/ | false | 11 |
There’s nothing quite like spending a night under the stars. Here are 5 top spots to camp and stargaze in SA.
South Australia’s national parks have such beautiful landscapes, it’s easy to forget to look up and feast your eyes on the astronomical delights of the night sky.
Australia faces the Milky Way which means stargazers can see 100 times the number of stars that can be seen in the Northern Hemisphere.
And in South Australia, we’re perfectly placed. It doesn’t take us long to escape the light pollution compared to bigger cities. Light pollution obstructs stars and you need to find the darkest spots to uncover the brightest twinkling lights.
So, where are some of the best parks to camp and stargaze in South Australia? Check out these 5 spots and start planning your date with the stars.
1. Lincoln National Park
Lincoln National Park on the Eyre Peninsula is the perfect spot to set up camp and stargaze over the coast. The campgrounds in the park have easy access to beaches, bays and walking trails, making them an ideal base to explore the park’s natural features during the day, followed by stargazing at night.
Located at south-eastern tip of the Eyre Peninsula, Lincoln National Park is a special location where sea and land plunge into darkness. The absence of artificial light uncovers the subtle glow of star clusters, nebulae and the thick star clouds that form the Milky Way. On a clear night, you’ll be sure to see one of the most amazing starry skies to be found anywhere on mainland South Australia.
2. Ikara-Flinders Ranges National Park
Ikara-Flinders Ranges National Park is one of South Australia’s most loved camping destinations and its rugged mountain ranges offer a special treat for stargazers.
The park is at high altitude, located high above sea level making it an ideal stargazing location. That’s why most star observatories are located on mountain tops, because they provide stable and clear views of the cosmos.
So take a trip out to Ikara-Flinders Ranges National Park and let its elevation bring you right up close to the stars. With 10 campgrounds to choose from you will be sure to find the perfect spot for you.
Fun fact: Stars don’t actually twinkle. As the light from the star travels into your vision, turbulence in the atmosphere interrupts the light’s path, creating the illusion of a twinkle.
3. Flinders Chase National Park
Flinders Chase National Park on Kangaroo Island is about as far as you can get away from light pollution in SA. You’ll leave behind Adelaide’s artificial light, allowing you to see all of the stunning, natural light the island has to offer.
Not only is Flinders Chase protected from mainland light pollution, it’s also located at the furthest point south of the island, facing outward to the open ocean, making it the darkest point on the whole island.
This special park offers pristine beauty during both day and night that you won’t want to miss out on. So, revel in the wilderness of Flinders Chase by camping under the stars at one of these secluded campgrounds.
4. Dhilba Guuranda-Innes National Park
Down on the south-western tip of the Yorke Peninsula, Dhilba Guuranda-Innes National Park is the perfect weekend getaway for star seekers.
The remote peninsula location of the park means that the skies are very dark, allowing for the stars to shine through.
The park offers the perfect spot to view the Milky Way, and when the skies are clear it will appear as a bright belt of stars – an ancient and impressive sight to see.
Spend the day exploring the park and getting lost in nature, then set up at one of the 8 campgrounds and spend a relaxing night getting lost in the constellations.
5. Kati Thanda-Lake Eyre National Park
Kati Thanda-Lake Eyre National Park is not only home to the Australia’s largest salt lake, but is also one of the darkest locations in Australia. Although high altitudes are ideal for stargazing, Kati Thanda-Lake Eyre National Park is an exception to the rule.
The park is 15 m below sea level – Australia’s lowest point – which makes it one of the darkest spots in the country. The large, flat salt lake will ensure unobstructed views and when the lake is full, the water reflects the stars from above, creating an absolutely spectacular sight.
Experience the awe-inspiring stark wilderness of the park at night by setting up camp at Halligan Bay Point Campground and let the sky put on a show for you – make sure you keep a wish up your sleeve as you might even see a shooting star!
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'Despite the bad season...': Irfan Pathan lists 5 positives for MS Dhoni-led CSK
- Chennai Super Kings did not make it to the playoffs for just the second time in the history of the IPL
Chennai Super Kings have had a season to forget but it wasn't all doom and gloom for the four-time Indian Premier League (IPL) champions, former fast bowler Irfan Pathan has said. CSK did not make it to the playoffs for just the second time in the 15-year history of the IPL in a season in which MS Dhoni handed over captaincy to Ravindra Jadeja, only to return as the skipper in the second half of the season after a disastrous run of defeats. (More IPL News)
Since his return though, CSK have had a more encouraging run of matches in which, despite defeats, players have put in performances that the franchise can build on in the future. Pathan listed five positives for CSK this season.
“Despite the bad season for CSK, Here are the 5 positives for them. 1)Mukesh Choudhry 2)Davon Conway 3) Matheesha Pathirana 4) Maheesh Theekshana 5) Simarjeet Singh,” said Pathan in his tweet.
Fast bowlers Mukesh Choudhary, Simarjeet Singh and Matheesha Pathirana have been regulars in the squad since Dhoni took over. Sri Lankan Pathirana in particular has turned heads with his slinging action that is similar to that of pace great Lasith Malinga. Meanwhile, Theekshana has taken 12 wickets in nine matches while maintaining an economy of 7.45.
New Zealand wicketkeeper-batter Devon Conway, who had scored a double century on debut in Test cricket in 2021, has shown that his hunger for runs does not change with the format of the sport. He did not play while Jadeja was captain but since being included in the squad, Conway has opened the innings with Ruturaj Gaikwad and scored 252 runs in seven matches at a strike rate of 145.66. | https://www.hindustantimes.com/cricket/csk-ms-dhoni-irfan-pathan-ipl-2022-despite-bad-season-101653116763059.html | 2022-05-21T08:52:58Z | https://www.hindustantimes.com/cricket/csk-ms-dhoni-irfan-pathan-ipl-2022-despite-bad-season-101653116763059.html | true | 2 |
Watch: Mitchell Santner grabs stunner to dismiss Sanju Samson in RR vs CSK IPL 2022 clash – Firstcricket News, Firstpost
We have already watched plenty of sensible fielding efforts on this season of the Indian Premier League. On Friday, one other such effort was seen when Chennai Super Kings spinner Mitchell Santner caught and bowled Rajasthan Royals captain Sanju Samson. The stunner from Santner ended the RR skipper’s innings at simply 15.
Chasing 151, Rajasthan Royals acquired an early blow with the dismissal of an in-form Jos Buttler. After Moen Ali received Buttler out, Samson joined palms with Yashasvi Jaiswal to steer the innings. Though Jaiswal was trying assured whereas taking part in his strokes, Samson was discovering it onerous to attach the ball together with his willow.
It was within the ninth over of Rajasthan’s innings when Santner was introduced by MS Dhoni to bowl his second over. Following a few dots, the RR skipper was on the lookout for a breakthrough. Santner delivered a full-length ball and Samson tried to strike it down the bottom. But the spinner confirmed good athleticism to take the catch.
He stretched his palms and reached the ball, greedy it firmly. Along with the gang in Brabourne, Samson additionally received shocked after watching Santner’s splendid effort. He needed to depart the observe, after 15 off 20 deliveries.
While Chennai Super Kings had already been eradicated from the cash-rich league, Rajasthan Royals had nearly certified for the playoffs earlier than the match.
Batting first, Chennai posted 150 runs, driving on Moeen Ali’s large knock of 93 runs in 57 deliveries. Yuzvendra Chahal and Obed McCoy from the Rajasthan aspect received a few wickets every.
In reply, Rajasthan Royals suffered some early losses. But Jaiswal caught to the crease and led the chase fairly composedly. Later, all-rounder Ravichandran Ashwin performed an explosive knock of 40 going through simply 23 deliveries to take his aspect residence.
He was additionally awarded the Player of the Match for his knock. Rajasthan Royals clinched the victory by 5 wickets and concluded their group league marketing campaign with 18 factors. They beat Lucknow Super Giants on the idea of internet run fee to say the second spot on the factors tally. The Sanju Samson-led aspect will sq. off towards Gujarat Titans within the qualifier stage.
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Federal agents seized at least 145 beagles that were found in “acute distress” from a Virginia facility that breeds the dogs for research.
Agents from the US Department of Agriculture’s Office of Inspector General and other law enforcement officers executed a federal search warrant at the facility.
The government has requested that a judge declare that Envigo has repeatedly violated the Animal Welfare Act and restrain the company from further violations.
Officials said that repeated inspections of the facility since 2019 have resulted in dozens of violations, and hundreds of dead dogs have been found there.
Authorities say that dogs have not received proper medical attention, were underfed and were housed in filthy conditions.
“Envigo’s disregard for the law and the welfare of the beagles in its care has resulted in the animals’ needless suffering and, in some cases, death,” Chris Kavanaugh, US attorney for the Western District of Virginia, wrote in a civil complaint against the company.
“Envigo has failed to take the necessary steps to ensure that all of the beagles at its facility are provided humane care and treatment and that the Cumberland facility is operating in compliance with the AWA.”
According to the complaint, the facility has housed up to 5,000 beagles since July 2021.
“Rather than spend the money to meet the minimum standards … Envigo has employed a paltry number of employees and elected to euthanise beagles or allowed beagles to die from malnutrition, treatable and preventable conditions, and injuries resulting from beagles being housed in overcrowded and unsanitary enclosures or enclosures that contain incompatible animals,” the complaint stated.
Peta, the Virginia-based animal rights group, carried out an undercover investigation and filed a complaint with the US Department of Agriculture last October.
“Peta finds suffering like this every time we crack open an operation like Envigo, and this needs to be the beginning of the end for this hideous beagle-breeding mill,” senior vice president Daphna Nachminovitch Nachminovitch said in a statement.
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TULSA, Okla. (AP) — The Oklahoma wind came sweeping through Southern Hills and then swiftly left town in time for Will Zalatoris, Bubba Watson and yes, even Tiger Woods, to bring a sleepy PGA Championship to life on Friday.
Zalatoris hit the ball on the button whether he was in the fairway or the rough, running off three straight birdies in gentler afternoon conditions for a 5-under 65 and a one-shot lead over Mito Pereira of Chile.
Pereira missed a 7-foot putt on his final hole and had to settle for 64.
About an hour later, Watson missed a birdie putt from just inside 25 feet on the 18th hole and still delivered the 18th round of 63 in PGA Championship history.
Woods wasn’t that spectacular, yet no less compelling. Outside the cut line with seven holes to play, he made a pair of 15-foot par putts and two birdies on his battered right leg for a 69 to make the cut in his second straight major.
He’s still 12 shots behind Zalatoris, the 25-year-old from Dallas who is built like a 1-iron and could probably hit one flush with his eyes closed. Zalatoris, a premier ball-striker, was quick to acknowledge that timing was everything.
“We lucked out with the draw, for sure,” he said. “I played the last eight holes with not much wind. But take it when you can get it.”
His side of the draw faced the least of the wind on Thursday morning and Friday afternoon, and it showed. Of the 22 players under par going into the weekend, only five had to endure the worst of Oklahoma’s notorious wind.
Justin Thomas concentrated on every shot, even short putts, in gusts that topped 30 mph in the morning and he was rightly proud of another 67 that put him atop the leaderboard. And then he could only watch from the couch of his rental home as the trees stopped swaying, the flags stopped whipping and birdies kept dropping.
Now it’s 36 more holes of more wild weather — temperatures in the low 60s for Saturday with a strong chance of some rain — and an even playing field.
Zalatoris was at 9-under 131, the lowest 36-hole score in eight majors at Southern Hills, and will be in the final group with Pereira. Neither has won on the PGA Tour.
“I think it was lucky to get that draw,” Pereira said. “Sometimes you get the bad draw, sometimes you get the good one. But today for sure the wind in the back nine, there was almost none.”
Thomas was at 6-under 134, with Watson another shot behind.
Rory McIlroy was on the good side of the draw and failed to take advantage. He didn’t make a birdie until the 13th hole. That was his only one in a round of 71, though three par saves at the end kept him within five of the lead.
“There’s a long way to go, a lot of golf left,” McIlroy said. “We’re going to see a completely different golf course the next two days because of the wind direction. It’s going to play completely differently. And that makes it very interesting.”
Jordan Spieth, playing alongside McIlroy and Woods, finally got back to even par for the tournament until driving into the water on the 18th for a bogey and a 69. He was 10 shots behind in his bid to get the major keeping him from the career Grand Slam.
Zalatoris has some history at Southern Hills, winning the Trans-Mississippi Amateur in 2014 when the final two rounds were washed out by rain. His game works well here, and it showed.
He opened with a shot from the rough that tumbled across the length of the green to 2 feet. He hit another through a gap in the trees to 7 feet. Not only did he have a bogey-free card, all five of his birdies were inside 8 feet.
Zalatoris has plenty of experience in the majors. He was runner-up in the Masters to Hideki Matsuyama in his debut in 2021. This is his eighth major, and he already has four top 10s.
“They’re tough golf courses that allows my ball-striking to really give me the best chances,” he said. “Obviously, these greens aren’t easy, but hitting them on the right tiers and being able to have the 15- to 25-footers where I’m not going up and down slopes is huge.”
The weekend will not include Masters champion Scottie Scheffler, who stumbled badly down the stretch and finished with a double bogey for a 75 to miss the cut — 4-over par — by two.
Jon Rahm thought he might have worked his way back into the mix with a 69 to get to 2-over 142, and he was skeptical about the forecast of wind abating.
“They said the wind was going to go down this afternoon. No, it’s not. It’s Oklahoma,” Rahm said. “It’s going to stay just as windy as we had.”
If only.
Watson had never scored better than 68 in his previous 49 rounds in the PGA Championship. And then he dropped nine birdies and goes into the weekend with a chance. Woods in the 2007 PGA and Raymond Floyd in the 1982 PGA were the others with a 63 at Southern Hills. Both went on to win.
“Without the heat, the cloud cover made it a little bit softer. But when that wind died down, you just felt like you had a chance to score,” Watson said.
Woods looked to be headed home after his double bogey on the par-3 11th, where he went from the high grass framing a stream to the bunker on the other side of the green. And then he saved par from a bunker on No. 12, hit wedge to 4 feet for birdie on the par-5 13th, saved par with another 15-footer on the next hole and hit his best shot on the 16th to 4 feet.
“I had to go grind and go to work, and I did,” Woods said. “Hopefully, I can get a hot weekend and you never know.”
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Rory McIlroy failed to take advantage of a favourable draw before hailing Tiger Woods as the “ultimate pro” for fighting back to make the halfway cut at the PGA Championship.
McIlroy could only add a second round of 71 to his opening 65 at Southern Hills, despite being part of the early-late wave of players who enjoyed by far the best of the conditions over the first two days in Tulsa.
That left the four-time major winner five shots off the pace set by Will Zalatoris, who compiled a flawless 65 in the group ahead of McIlroy to enjoy a one-shot lead over Chile’s Mito Pereira, who returned a superb 64 in just his second major appearance.
Former champion Justin Thomas had set the early target on six under after battling the blustery conditions to card a second consecutive 67, with tournament officials opting not to cut the greens due to the forecast for winds to gust up to 40mph.
The same forecast also accurately predicted that the wind would die down in the afternoon, but it took McIlroy 12 holes to record his first – and only – birdie of the day as his bid for a first major victory since 2014 faltered.
Playing partner Woods, who won the 13th of his 15 majors the last time Southern Hills hosted the US PGA in 2007, looked set to miss the cut when he ran up a double bogey on the par-three 11th.
However, the 46-year-old – who suffered severe leg injuries in a car accident in February last year – rallied in typical fashion to play the remaining seven holes in two under to shoot 69 and make the cut with a shot to spare.
“It’s just unbelievable making the cut at Augusta and making the cut here,” McIlroy said of Woods.
“I was joking with Joey (La Cava, Woods’ caddie) saying he could have came back and played like Honda and Valspar, two of the flattest courses on Tour. It might have been a bit easier for him, but he comes to two of the toughest walks that we have.
“Just incredibly resilient and mentally tough. He’s feeling it on every swing, but to see what he did on that back nine; he missed a few iron shots but he got it up and down when he needed to.
“He’s the ultimate pro. Looking at him yesterday (Thursday), if that would have been me I would have been considering pulling out and just going home, but Tiger is different and he’s proved he’s different. It was just a monumental effort.”
As for his own game, McIlroy added: “I didn’t get off to the best of starts with the bogey on two and from there it was not really giving myself enough realistic chances for birdies.
“But those up and downs on 16, 17 and 18 I think were going to be really important. Just keeps me a little closer to the lead and doesn’t really feel like I’ve got such a mountain to climb if I had maybe dropped one or two over those last three holes.”
Two-time Masters champion Bubba Watson equalled the lowest score in US PGA history with a superb 63 to lie four shots off the lead, with England’s Matt Fitzpatrick another two strokes back despite admitting he is not a fan of the venue.
“My dad called me and he was asking how is the course looking and, no offence to the PGA here, but I was like, it’s a typical PGA, it’s long and tough and just not really my cup of tea,” Fitzpatrick said.
“(But) this year I’ve got a lot longer and it showed a lot the first two days with the clubs that I’ve been hitting into holes. Hopefully it’s a sign of things are changing a little bit for me and will open a few more doors on other golf courses.”
World number one and Masters champion Scottie Scheffler missed the cut after making a double bogey on his final hole to return a 75 and finish six over par.
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Camille Vasquez, one of the attorneys representing Johnny Depp in his defamation lawsuit against Amber Heard, cross-examined Ms Heard over the course of two days on 16 and 17 May.
The moment, which saw Ms Vasquez seeking to undermine Ms Heard’s credibility and her claims that Mr Depp sexually assaulted her and was violent against her, has been described as “often harsh” by Deadline, which noted: “Depp’s lawyers may have lacked an actual kitchen sink, but they tried to throw one figuratively at Heard today during further cross examination of the Aquaman actress in the $50m defamation trial.
“That strategy continued during the redirect, with Depp’s lawyers calling out ‘objection’ on almost every question by Bredehoft, about half of which Judge Penny Azcarte sustained.”
The Independent spoke to two attorneys about Vasquez’s cross-examination strategy, including its possible advantages and drawbacks.
Jesse Weber, an attorney and host on the Law & Crime network who has covered the case from the Fairfax County Courthouse, thought Vasquez was “impressive” and delivered “a very tight cross”.
Mitra Ahouraian, an entertainment attorney in Beverly Hills, thought Vasquez “came in strong after a week off, which is to be expected.”
“Normally you don’t have much time to prepare – maybe a day, maybe an hour – before you jump into cross-examination,” Ahouraian added. “Camille Vasquez had the advantage of over a week to prepare questions in response to Amber Heard’s direct testimony and pivot her game plan based on the answers Heard gave. She had excellent control over Amber as a witness, keeping her on track with Depp’s narrative, controlling her answers to keep her from veering off into areas outside of the story Vasquez wanted her to tell.”
There were some specific challenges in approaching Heard’s cross-examination.
“Any time you cross examine an alleged victim of domestic abuse, particularly sexual violence, you have to be delicate, but firm,” Weber said. “I believe Vasquez did that. In fact, at one point, she made it clear that she has to ask these tough questions because these are serious allegations.”
Ahouraian pointed out that “Heard had a week to prepare for cross-examination, to review her testimony and prepare for the questions her team knew would be coming her way.”
“This is not typical and certainly creates a more challenging witness on cross, but luckily for them Depp’s team had the same amount of extra time to prepare,” she added.
Vasquez’s approach in cross-examining Heard was tonally strong, with the attorney at times interrupting Heard, smirking, or otherwise appearing to show irritation towards the witness. This is a double-edged sword when it comes to convincing the jury.
“You never want to turn the jury off,” Weber said. “The jury are human beings and as much as they are supposed to follow only the law and facts, they do take into account the behavior of attorneys. If an attorney becomes overly combative or arrogant or rude, that can be a problem.
“Vasquez appeared to be respectful of Heard but simultaneously she sought to tarnish Heard’s credibility. It can be a tricky dance for an attorney. She didn’t necessarily get Heard to confess to anything. However, through Vasquez’s pointed questions, quick comebacks, smirks, it may have left the jury with the impression that Heard’s stories are not adding up.”
Ahouraian said this strategy can often “[rattle] the witness, [distract] them from their answers and [create] a tension that makes it difficult for the witness to get their story out.”
“It can, however, cut both ways,” Ahouraian added. “A jury can get irritated with this line of questioning if they feel the real story is not coming out, or if they sense they are being manipulated. Camille Vasquez has to toe the line between being tough on Heard and likeable to the jury.”
Closing arguments in the trial are scheduled for 27 May, after which the jury will deliberate.
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Tips and race-by-race preview for Muswellbrook on Sunday
By Neil Evans
Track likely Soft 6 and rail out five metres from 1000m to 300m into a cutaway and true the remainder.
Race 1: 3YO MAIDEN PLATE (1000m)
We open with the maiden sprinters on a track that will likely remain well into soft range. Plenty of chances in this dash headed by resuming Frosted three-year-old 3. Klinsmann who has been fitted with two trials by the leading provincial stable. Disappointed when hard in the market two runs last December, but given time can return a stronger sprinter here, and better suited starting over the five furlong trip where he can finish like his namesake regularly did for Germany at World Cups.
Dangers: Big watch on 8. Wategos who chased home a smart one on heavy ground on debut, and this is a level lower; while the betting will be a big indicator too with metro filly 9. Arale who hasn’t started for nearly 10 months, but given a quiet trial by leading stable. Watch the market too on Turffontein three-year-old 1. Adamas Spirit who debuts at huge odds off a handy country trial.
How to play it: Klinsmann to win.
Odds and Evens: Split.
Race 2: BENCHMARK 58 HCP (1000m)
Same trip for the restricted older sprinters, and keen on progressive provincial four-year-old 1. Freddie Eddie third-up off a lengthy break. Went to the front at Taree and was only collared in the last stride by a handy sprinter, and drawn to roll forward on or near the speed again. Importantly big weight off-set by a 3kg allowance.
Dangers: Home track mare 2. Discompose led for a long way first-up three weeks back, and last time here at home went from barrier to box against similar opposition. Improving three-year-old 3. Hard To Excel can figure second-up from an inside draw; while 5. Zapluck fifth-up and 6. Sipharderson up significantly in grade with a big weight drop; both go in exotic plays.
How to play it: Freddie Eddie to win.
Odds and Evens: Split.
Race 3: MAIDEN HCP (1500m)
The first-up run of lightly-raced provincial filly 3. Kimwantstogetahead making up plenty of late ground was good, and she looks even better suited here back on slightly firmer footing over 100m further with superior jockey taking over.
Dangers: Progressive filly 13. Street Candi looms as a big threat deep into the prep, having been placed in two of her last three, and right at home on soft and heavy tracks. Must keep safe 4. I Am Convincing who has raced OK on rain-affected ground all year for an underrated stable. Peaking fourth-up 1. Perfect Point as well as 9. Elegant Poetess - down in weight - are best of the rest.
How to play it: Kimwantstogetahead to win.
Odds and Evens: Odds.
Race 4: MAIDEN PLATE (1280m)
This trip and speed map shapes beautifully for tough three-year-old 5. Thunder Knob who finds a slightly weaker race third-up. Stuck on well in a deeper contest at Scone in heavy ground, and drawn to get an ideal trail right behind the speed.
Dangers: Drawn alongside, provincial three-year-old 1. Just One Look is a serious threat fourth-up getting over more ground; while 7. Afewchoicewords can run into the minor end of the prize.
How to play it: Thunder Knob to win.
Odds and Evens: Odds.
Race 5: BENCHMARK 66 HCP (2300m)
Now the stayers’ turn, and getting right back down in the weights from a softer draw, honest country seven-year-old 2. Careering Away can notch only his second win in more than a year at good odds. Steps up in class, but better suited in soft ground after only being run down late on a Heavy 9 at Mudgee two weeks back. Can sit right behind the leader from this draw.
Dangers: Plenty of them headed by metro mare 4. Aperol Spirit who is also looking to snap a lengthy winning drought, and has beaten all but the winner in his last two. Country 5YO 5. Lord Tropicana is another who can pick and choose his day to perform, but ran on well in the tougher Mornington showdown at Tamworth, and will find this easier; while 7. Turnaround Time and 8. Kikikapow go through the exotics.
How to play it: Careering Away each way.
Odds and Evens: Evens.
Race 6: BENCHMARK 66 HCP (1280m)
Like the placement here of smart and unbeaten Scone filly 3. Angelical who can pick up where she left off last prep winning all three starts by sitting just off the speed and finishing best. Has trialled in the right fashion, and stable has been careful to find a suitable return race. Headed for bigger targets.
Dangers: Stablemate 2. Ceasfire worked home OK first-up against deeper opposition, and drew inside, but up significantly in weight; while another one from just up the road at Scone, 5. Royale Return drops back sharply in grade from a metro BM 78 third-up.
How to play it: Angelical to win and quinella 2 and 3.
Odds and Evens: Split.
Race 7: CLASS 1 HCP (1000m)
We wrap the meeting over the sprint trip, and this stacks up nicely for progressive three-year-old and another member of the strong Paul Messara team 2. Lightfast who can make it two wins from three starts this prep. Stalked the speed and bolted in fresh at Tamworth before being ridden quieter at this track and hitting the line to only miss by a whisker a fortnight ago. The one to beat.
Dangers: Improving four-year-old 1. Lambdoma Energy is the clear threat third-up coming back a grade; while 3. Oakfield Mahogany, 5. Maha’s Choice and 8. In Spades are all capable of running into the placings and boosting exotic returns.
How to play it: Lightfast to win.
Odds and Evens: Split.
BEST BETS
Race 3: 3. Kimwantstogetahead.
Race 6: 3. Angelical.
BEST VALUE
Race 5: 2. Careering Away.
Tips supplied by Racing NSW.
Full form and race replays available at racingnsw.com.au.
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Increases fully paid leave for all parents by birth, adoption, and legal guardianship
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Scotiabank has established a new standard for parental leave for its employees.
The enhanced offering will include increased fully paid leave for all parents welcoming a new child, including adoptive parents, legal guardians, and parents who have given birth.
Maternity leave will be increased to 16 weeks – up from 13 weeks, while fathers, adoptive parents, and appointed legal guardians with a new child, will receive four fully paid weeks of parental leave.
Nadia Stubbs, Director, Human Resources hailed the improved offering as a progressive policy.
“Progressive policies that accommodate and respect personal dynamics and the family situation of each of our employees is already helping to drive our business success,” Stubbs said.
“This new standard for parental leave will better enable new parents to better integrate work/life priorities, including raising a family. It also demonstrates our core commitment to a culture of diversity and inclusion and one that puts our people at the heart of this.”
The Parental Leave Policy came into effect in March 2022 for Scotiabank employees in The Bahamas and other countries in the region where the bank operates.
“Delivering on our core purpose of ‘for every future’ underpins our approach to making our parental leave policy inclusive of all parents,” said Anya Schnoor, Executive Vice President, Caribbean, Central America, and Uruguay (CCAU).
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The WA seats Labor hopes to snatch from the Liberals
Federal election 2022
Full election resultsIt was June last year that Labor selected Swan, Pearce and Hasluck as their target seats.
And according to a party insider who spoke on the condition of anonymity around the same time the party decided it would run “all three campaigns at 100 per cent” - essentially prioritise resources around those seats and leave safe seats on both sides to their own devices.
While the retirement of Pearce’s Christian Porter and Swan’s Steve Irons has helped Labor’s chances the insider said the selection of those three seats was “pure electoral mathematics”.
Each seat is held by the Liberals with a margin of less than six per cent and Labor is expecting a few things to go in its favour, including a correction from the party’s poor showing at the 2019 election and the fact that West Australians have been practiced in voting Labor since the record Labor result in the 2021 state election.
“We thought, how far up the pendulum can we go?”
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TSX and OTC: MPVD
TORONTO and NEW YORK, May 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - Mountain Province Diamonds Inc. (TSX: MPVD) (OTC: MPVDF) ("Mountain Province", or the "Company") is pleased to announce the appointment of Ms. Kelly Stark-Anderson to its Board of Directors. Her appointment follows the departure of Dean Chambers, who has chosen the step-down due to other commitments.
An accomplished executive in the Canadian mining industry, Ms. Stark-Anderson has over 25 years experience in the legal, M&A, financing and governance areas, combined with deep experience in Environmental, Social, Governance (ESG) matters. Ms. Stark-Anderson is currently the Executive Vice President Corporate Affairs, General Counsel & Corporate Secretary and Corporate Compliance Officer for Dundee Precious Metals Inc. (TSX:DPM) and previously has acted as Vice-President, Legal and Corporate Secretary for SSR Mining Inc. Ms. Stark-Anderson led her own firm providing corporate/commercial, governance and securities compliance services to public, private and crown entities. Ms. Stark-Anderson's deep experience in ESG, legal, financing and M&A will be a valuable addition to the Company's board.
Jonathan Comerford, the Company's Chairman, commented:
"We are extremely happy to have Kelly join our Board of Directors. Her legal expertise and strong ESG experience are areas we were seeking to strengthen on our Board, which together with her extensive governance experience will be extremely beneficial as the Company advances through 2022 and beyond. The recent national award received by the Gahcho Kué mine for a collaborative monitoring program with the indigenous Ní Hadi Xa community is one example of the important work we do, and Kelly will bring a fresh perspective to our ESG approach. I would also like to thank Dean for his considerable contribution to the Board of Mountain Province during a very challenging time for the Company, and wish him well in his future endeavors."
Mountain Province Diamonds is a 49% participant with De Beers Canada in the Gahcho Kué diamond mine located in Canada's Northwest Territories. The Gahcho Kué Joint Venture property consists of several kimberlites that are actively being mined, developed, and explored for future development. The Company also controls 107,373 hectares of highly prospective mineral claims and leases surrounding the Gahcho Kué Mine that include an Indicated mineral resource for the Kelvin kimberlite and Inferred mineral resources for the Faraday kimberlites. Kelvin is estimated to contain 13.62 million carats (Mct) in 8.50 million tonnes (Mt) at a grade of 1.60 carats/tonne and value of US$63/carat. Faraday 2 is estimated to contain 5.45Mct in 2.07Mt at a grade of 2.63 carats/tonne and value of US$140/ct. Faraday 1-3 is estimated to contain 1.90Mct in 1.87Mt at a grade of 1.04 carats/tonne and value of US$75/carat. All resource estimations are based on a 1mm diamond size bottom cut-off.
For further information on Mountain Province Diamonds and to receive news releases by email, visit the Company's website at www.mountainprovince.com.
This news release contains certain "forward-looking statements" and "forward-looking information" under applicable Canadian and United States securities laws concerning the business, operations and financial performance and condition of Mountain Province Diamonds Inc. Forward-looking statements and forward-looking information include, but are not limited to, statements with respect to operational hazards, including possible disruption due to pandemic such as COVID-19, its impact on travel, self-isolation protocols and business and operations, estimated production and mine life of the project of Mountain Province; the realization of mineral reserve estimates; the timing and amount of estimated future production; costs of production; the future price of diamonds; the estimation of mineral reserves and resources; the ability to manage debt; capital expenditures; the ability to obtain permits for operations; liquidity; tax rates; and currency exchange rate fluctuations. Except for statements of historical fact relating to Mountain Province, certain information contained herein constitutes forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are frequently characterized by words such as "anticipates," "may," "can," "plans," "believes," "estimates," "expects," "projects," "targets," "intends," "likely," "will," "should," "to be", "potential" and other similar words, or statements that certain events or conditions "may", "should" or "will" occur. Forward-looking statements are based on the opinions and estimates of management at the date the statements are made, and are based on a number of assumptions and subject to a variety of risks and uncertainties and other factors that could cause actual events or results to differ materially from those projected in the forward-looking statements. Many of these assumptions are based on factors and events that are not within the control of Mountain Province and there is no assurance they will prove to be correct.
Factors that could cause actual results to vary materially from results anticipated by such forward-looking statements include the development of operation hazards which could arise in relation to COVID-19, including, but not limited to protocols which may be adopted to reduce the spread of COVID-19 and any impact of such protocols on Mountain Province's business and operations, variations in ore grade or recovery rates, changes in market conditions, changes in project parameters, mine sequencing; production rates; cash flow; risks relating to the availability and timeliness of permitting and governmental approvals; supply of, and demand for, diamonds; fluctuating commodity prices and currency exchange rates, the possibility of project cost overruns or unanticipated costs and expenses, labour disputes and other risks of the mining industry, failure of plant, equipment or processes to operate as anticipated.
These factors are discussed in greater detail in Mountain Province's most recent Annual Information Form and in the most recent MD&A filed on SEDAR, which also provide additional general assumptions in connection with these statements. Mountain Province cautions that the foregoing list of important factors is not exhaustive. Investors and others who base themselves on forward-looking statements should carefully consider the above factors as well as the uncertainties they represent and the risk they entail. Mountain Province believes that the expectations reflected in those forward-looking statements are reasonable, but no assurance can be given that these expectations will prove to be correct and such forward-looking statements included in this news release should not be unduly relied upon. These statements speak only as of the date of this news release.
Although Mountain Province has attempted to identify important factors that could cause actual actions, events or results to differ materially from those described in forward-looking statements, there may be other factors that cause actions, events or results not to be anticipated, estimated or intended. There can be no assurance that forward-looking statements will prove to be accurate, as actual results and future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such statements. Mountain Province undertakes no obligation to update forward-looking statements if circumstances or management's estimates or opinions should change except as required by applicable securities laws. The reader is cautioned not to place undue reliance on forward-looking statements. Statements concerning mineral reserve and resource estimates may also be deemed to constitute forward-looking statements to the extent they involve estimates of the mineralization that will be encountered as the property is developed. Mineral resources are not mineral reserves and do not have demonstrated economic viability.
Further, Mountain Province may make changes to its business plans that could affect its results. The principal assets of Mountain Province are administered pursuant to a joint venture under which Mountain Province is not the operator. Mountain Province is exposed to actions taken or omissions made by the operator within its prerogative and/or determinations made by the joint venture under its terms. Such actions or omissions may impact the future performance of Mountain Province. Under its current note and revolving credit facilities Mountain Province is subject to certain limitations on its ability to pay dividends on common stock. The declaration of dividends is at the discretion of Mountain Province's Board of Directors, subject to the limitations under the Company's debt facilities, and will depend on Mountain Province's financial results, cash requirements, future prospects, and other factors deemed relevant by the Board.
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The Foreign Secretary has revealed she wants to see Ukraine’s neighbour Moldova “equipped to Nato standard” to guard it against potential Russian aggression.
Liz Truss said the UK is discussing the prospect with its allies, given Vladimir Putin has been “clear about his ambitions to create a greater Russia”.
In an interview with The Telegraph, the Foreign Secretary said the aim is to ensure Ukraine is “permanently able to defend itself”, and this also applies to other “vulnerable states” such as Moldova, which is not a Nato member.
“What we’re working on at the moment is a joint commission with Ukraine and Poland on upgrading Ukrainian defences to Nato standard,” she said.
“So we will scope out what that looks like, what the Ukrainians need. The question then is how do you maintain that over time?
“How do we ensure that there is deterrence by denial, that Ukraine is permanently able to defend itself and how do we guarantee that happens? That’s what we are working on at the moment.
“And that also applies to other vulnerable states such as Moldova. Because again, the threat is broader from Russia, we also need to make sure that they are equipped to Nato standards.”
Pressed on whether she wants to see Western weaponry and intelligence provided to Moldova, Ms Truss said: “I would want to see Moldova equipped to Nato standard. This is a discussion we’re having with our allies.”
Asked if this is because Russia poses a security threat to Moldova, she said: “Absolutely. I mean, Putin has been clear about his ambitions to create a greater Russia.
“And just because his attempts to take Kyiv weren’t successful doesn’t mean he’s abandoned those ambitions.”
The Telegraph cited an aide as saying “Nato standard” would involve members of the alliance supplying modern equipment to replace gear from the Soviet era, and providing training in how to use it.
It comes as the Prime Minister spoke to Turkey’s president Recep Tayyip Erdogan about the global response to the conflict in Ukraine.
Boris Johnson emphasised that Finland and Sweden would be valuable additions to the Nato alliance, No 10 said, after Mr Erdogan said he opposed their accession – accusing the pair of not taking a “clear stance” against groups his country perceives to be terrorists.
A Downing Street spokesperson said Mr Johnson encouraged Turkey’s president to work with Swedish, Finnish and Nato counterparts to address any concerns ahead of the alliance’s summit in Madrid in June.
The leaders shared their “deep concern” at ongoing Russian aggression against Ukraine and its “far-reaching consequences for the security and stability of the Euro-Atlantic region and wider world”, No 10 said.
The spokesperson added: “The Prime Minister welcomed Turkey’s leading role in addressing the crisis, and they agreed to work together to unlock vital supply routes for Ukrainian grain stocks and alleviate rising global food prices.
“The Prime Minister and President Erdogan looked forward to meeting in person at the earliest opportunity.” | https://www.shropshirestar.com/news/uk-news/2022/05/20/truss-wants-moldova-equipped-to-nato-standard-to-guard-against-russia/ | 2022-05-21T09:34:07Z | https://www.shropshirestar.com/news/uk-news/2022/05/20/truss-wants-moldova-equipped-to-nato-standard-to-guard-against-russia/ | false | 12 |
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Saturday will be a rather cloudy day in general, with isolated showers and just a few bright intervals.
Highest temperatures of 14 to 17 degrees, with moderate southwest winds freshening in coastal areas as the day progresses.
Remaining cloudy or overcast tonight with showery outbreaks of rain. Becoming misty in places with possible localised fog in mild and humid conditions. Temperatures broadly not falling below 10 or 11 degrees. Moderate southwest winds will increase fresh to strong on western coasts.
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Analysts predict that National CineMedia, Inc. (NASDAQ:NCMI – Get Rating) will post sales of $65.50 million for the current fiscal quarter, Zacks reports. Two analysts have provided estimates for National CineMedia’s earnings. The highest sales estimate is $65.60 million and the lowest is $65.40 million. National CineMedia reported sales of $14.00 million in the same quarter last year, which would suggest a positive year over year growth rate of 367.9%. The firm is expected to issue its next earnings report on Monday, January 1st.
On average, analysts expect that National CineMedia will report full-year sales of $301.97 million for the current financial year, with estimates ranging from $291.40 million to $309.00 million. For the next year, analysts expect that the firm will report sales of $388.13 million, with estimates ranging from $374.80 million to $409.40 million. Zacks Investment Research’s sales calculations are an average based on a survey of research firms that cover National CineMedia.
National CineMedia (NASDAQ:NCMI – Get Rating) last posted its quarterly earnings data on Monday, May 9th. The business services provider reported ($0.20) earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, missing analysts’ consensus estimates of ($0.16) by ($0.04). The firm had revenue of $35.90 million for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $33.45 million. The business’s revenue was up 564.8% compared to the same quarter last year. During the same period in the prior year, the company earned ($0.25) earnings per share.
In other news, CEO Thomas F. Lesinski sold 15,081 shares of National CineMedia stock in a transaction that occurred on Monday, February 28th. The stock was sold at an average price of $2.97, for a total value of $44,790.57. The sale was disclosed in a document filed with the SEC, which is available through this link. Company insiders own 3.10% of the company’s stock.
Large investors have recently bought and sold shares of the company. CastleKnight Management LP bought a new stake in shares of National CineMedia during the fourth quarter valued at approximately $1,418,000. Wasatch Advisors Inc. boosted its holdings in shares of National CineMedia by 7.8% during the 3rd quarter. Wasatch Advisors Inc. now owns 6,665,068 shares of the business services provider’s stock valued at $23,728,000 after buying an additional 484,372 shares in the last quarter. Morgan Stanley grew its position in shares of National CineMedia by 11,156.6% in the 2nd quarter. Morgan Stanley now owns 275,787 shares of the business services provider’s stock worth $1,398,000 after buying an additional 273,337 shares during the period. Advisor Group Holdings Inc. increased its stake in shares of National CineMedia by 110,702.9% in the 1st quarter. Advisor Group Holdings Inc. now owns 227,146 shares of the business services provider’s stock worth $577,000 after acquiring an additional 226,941 shares in the last quarter. Finally, Goldman Sachs Group Inc. lifted its position in National CineMedia by 167.1% during the 3rd quarter. Goldman Sachs Group Inc. now owns 306,035 shares of the business services provider’s stock valued at $1,090,000 after acquiring an additional 191,454 shares during the period.
NCMI opened at $1.27 on Friday. The stock has a market capitalization of $103.83 million, a P/E ratio of -1.90 and a beta of 1.38. The stock has a 50-day moving average price of $2.24 and a 200-day moving average price of $2.70. National CineMedia has a 12-month low of $1.24 and a 12-month high of $5.37.
The firm also recently announced a quarterly dividend, which will be paid on Tuesday, June 7th. Investors of record on Monday, May 23rd will be paid a $0.03 dividend. The ex-dividend date is Friday, May 20th. This represents a $0.12 annualized dividend and a dividend yield of 9.45%. National CineMedia’s payout ratio is presently -29.85%.
National CineMedia Company Profile (Get Rating)
National CineMedia, Inc, through its subsidiary, National CineMedia, LLC, operates cinema advertising network in North America. It engages in the sale of advertising to national, regional, and local businesses in Noovie, a cinema advertising and entertainment pre-show seen on movie screens; and sells advertising on its Lobby Entertainment Network, a series of strategically-placed screens located in movie theater lobbies, as well as other forms of advertising and promotions in theatre lobbies.
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Benchmark lowered shares of Charlotte’s Web (TSE:CWEB – Get Rating) to a hold rating in a report released on Wednesday morning, Marketbeat Ratings reports.
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HELENA, Mont. (AP) — It’s been a month since a Montana judge temporarily blocked enforcement of a state law that required transgender people to undergo surgery before they could change their gender on their birth certificate, and the state still isn’t in compliance with the court order, the ACLU of Montana said.
Jon Ebelt, spokesperson for the state health department, said the agency is still working with the Department of Justice to review the April 21 ruling and its implications. He did not respond to an email asking if that meant the state was evaluating whether to appeal the order.
“We have continued to be patient in allowing the state time to comply with the court ordered preliminary injunction,” the ACLU of Montana said in a recent statement. “However, close to one month has passed and the State’s willful indifference to the court order is inexcusable.”
Montana is among a growing list of Republican-controlled states that have moved to restrict transgender rights, including requiring student-athletes to participate in sports based on their gender assigned at birth or making it illegal for transgender minors to be treated with hormones or puberty blockers.
Beginning in late 2017, transgender residents could apply to change the gender on their Montana birth certificate by filing a sworn affidavit with the health department. District Court Judge Michael Moses’ order requires the state to revert back to that process while the challenge to the new law is pending.
“The fact that the state refuses … evidences its lack of respect for the judiciary and utter disregard for the transgender Montanans who seek to have a birth certificate that accurately indicates what they know their sex to be,” the ACLU said.
If the state continues to violate the preliminary injunction, ACLU of Montana staff attorney Akila Lane said the organization would ask the court to step in.
“We’re only looking for the state to comply” with the preliminary injunction, Lane said Friday.
A week after the ruling was issued, Billings attorney Colin Gersten inquired about an updated gender designation application form on behalf of a friend. The Office of Vital Records responded saying: “We will contact you once we are able to discuss your options.”
Gersten made another inquiry about the proper form on May 11 and did not receive a reply, according to emails shared with The Associated Press.
Many transgender people choose not to undergo gender-confirmation surgeries. Such procedures are sometimes deemed unnecessary or too expensive, two transgender Montanans argued in their July 2021 lawsuit.
Republican state Sen. Carl Glimm, who sponsored the legislation, has argued that the Department of Public Health and Human Services overstepped its authority in 2017 by changing the designation on a birth certificate from “sex” to “gender” and then setting rules by which the designation could be changed.
Half the states, plus the District of Columbia, allow transgender residents to change the gender designation on their birth certificates without surgical requirements or court orders, according to the policy organization Movement Advancement Project. Just over a dozen states require surgical intervention, and such barriers are being challenged in several states, including Montana.
Over the past few years, other legislation has been aimed at transgender people, and the new laws are being challenged in court.
Alabama passed a law making it a felony to prescribe gender-confirming puberty blockers and hormones to transgender minors, but a judge has blocked the law. In Texas, Gov. Greg Abbott ordered child welfare officials to investigate parents of children receiving puberty blockers and other gender-confirming care as potential abuse. That, too, was blocked by a judge.
At least a dozen states have recently passed laws to ban transgender girls and women from participating in female sports, most recently Utah. | https://www.fox46.com/health-care/montana-not-following-transgender-birth-certificate-ruling/ | 2022-05-21T09:46:52Z | https://www.fox46.com/health-care/montana-not-following-transgender-birth-certificate-ruling/ | false | 20 |
WhatsApp has reportedly started rolling out a beta update that lets users request their account information on WhatsApp desktop. The feature was initially introduced on Android and iOS to comply with EU's General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). The Request Account Info feature is said to only be available after updating your WhatsApp desktop to the latest beta version. The feature seems to be rolling out slowly, and is said to currently only available to beta testers. WhatsApp earlier this week also began introducing free cloud-based API services in a push to get more businesses using the app. A recent report had also indicated that WhatsApp Premium, a subscription-based model, is being tested for WhatsApp Business.
As per a recent report by WhatsApp features tracker WABetaInfo, the social media app has started rolling out a beta update that lets users Request Account Info on WhatsApp desktop. The feature was limited to WhatsApp on Android and iOS till now. Users will be able to access the “Request Account Info on Desktop” feature only after updating their WhatsApp desktop beta to the latest - it has currently been spotted in v2.2219.3 beta, but was initially spotted in development in the v2.2204.1 beta version - though at time, it was not visible to testers. Even now, the report mentions that the feature may only be available to certain beta users.
The WhatsApp Request Account Info feature was introduced for Android and iOS in 2018 as a part the company's compliance with the EU's GDPR rules. When users request a report from WhatsApp, it gets ready in three days. However, users may have to wait for some more time before they are able to download it. The report will encompass details including all activity information, contacts device details, or privacy settings.
In other news, WhatsApp this week announced it is also introducing free cloud-based API services in a push to get more businesses using the app. WhatsApp already has an API, or type of software interface, for businesses to connect their systems and engage in customer service chats on the service, which generates revenue for Meta.
A recent report had also indicated that WhatsApp Premium, a subscription-based model, is being tested for WhatsApp Business. Under this model, business accounts may choose to pay a certain sum for various features and capabilities. Reportedly, WhatsApp Business profile owners can also opt out of WhatsApp Premium and continue using the current version. The first mention of a subscription plan was in April when it was reported that the feature will allow businesses to link up to 10 devices after they subscribe to a plan. | https://gadgets360.com/social-networking/news/whatsapp-desktop-user-request-account-information-beta-v2-2219-3-android-ios-2996262 | 2022-05-21T09:47:37Z | https://gadgets360.com/social-networking/news/whatsapp-desktop-user-request-account-information-beta-v2-2219-3-android-ios-2996262 | true | 1 |
SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — The $40 billion U.S. package of assistance for Ukraine as it tries to fend off Russia’s aggression is hitching a ride on a commercial flight to South Korea so it can be signed by President Joe Biden.
The Senate voted Thursday to finalize the new military and humanitarian assistance to Ukraine as Biden was making his way to the South Korean capital, Seoul. Biden is in Asia for meetings with the leaders of South Korea, Japan and members of the Indo-Pacific group known as the Quad.
A White House official, who spoke on condition of anonymity because they were not authorized to comment publicly, said the bill was being flown to South Korea by a U.S. government official who was already planning to travel to the region on a commercial flight as part of the individual’s official duties. It was not clear when the bill would arrive, but the president was expected to sign it before he heads to Tokyo on Sunday.
For decades, bills that needed an urgent signature were routinely flown by White House aides to the president if he was abroad.
In 2005, President George W. Bush flew back to Washington from his Texas ranch to sign legislation requiring doctors to continue feeding a comatose Florida woman, Terri Schiavo, whose husband wanted to let her die.
An autopen was used for the first time for a bill signing in 2011, when President Barack Obama signed an extension of the Patriot Act into law while he was traveling in Europe.
He used the machine –- which was widely used at the time for mundane commercial and government purposes — because Congress took unexpectedly long to approve the renewal of that law. Its anti-terrorism powers were minutes from expiring at midnight East Coast time when Obama, in France, was awakened to sign the measure.
The Ukraine bill includes $20 billion in military aid that is expected to finance the transfer of advanced weapons systems, $8 billion in general economic support for Ukraine, nearly $5 billion in global food aid to address potential food shortages sparked by the collapse of the Ukrainian agricultural economy, and more than $1 billion in combined support for refugees.
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Coronation Street viewers are sharing theories about what Phill Whittaker is keeping from his partner Fiz Brown - and how it could all be linked to John Stape.
Fans have been wondering what Phill has been up to for months that might even have a connection to John, her serial killer ex.
Fiz will be distressed when she learns what Phill has been hiding next week, after their move into a new home.
On Friday, viewers witnessed the character acting strangely and lying about his whereabouts and took to social media to speculate, the Mirror reported.
He had claimed that he was in Leeds for the day, only for love rival Tyrone Dobbs to spot him in Victoria Gardens.
Not only that, but he was meeting a mystery man in the area and Phill was shown handing him a mystery large envelope.
As the men shook hands, the mystery guy then shoved the envelope under his jacket before heading off, looking suspiciously.
Tyrone was out on the cobbles with his daughters Ruby and Hope when he spotted Phill with the man, knowing he was meant to be elsewhere.
Later in the episode, he tried to see if he could catch Phill in the act as he and Fiz headed to Tyrone's house.
He asked him about the traffic on the way back from Leeds, to which he said there were no issues.
Tyrone called his bluff, asking him about a pile-up which left him uncomfortable and Phill soon left.
But it wasn't just Tyrone who was suspicious, and viewers soon took to Twitter to predict what Phill was up to - with guesses including links to John Stape, as others believed he was after Tyrone's house.
One Corrie fan commented: "Ohhhh - is Phill putting pressure on Fizz to sell her place cheaply & he'll buy it though some dodgy guy..?"
Another said: "I think Phil is related to John Stapes," and a third agreed: "I think it's something to do with John Stape, hope catches him texting next week."
A fourth viewer asked: "Is Phil buying doggy goods & showing full price to Fiz?"
Got any theories or thoughts on the storyline? Let us know in the comments section below.
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Stock Alert: AutoWeb (AUTO) Trades 8.36% Higher May 20
Equities Staff Follow |Today, AutoWeb Inc (NASDAQ:AUTO) rose $0.0479 to close Friday at $0.62.
The company began the day at $0.58 and shares fluctuated between $0.65 and $0.55 with 823,257 shares trading hands.
AutoWeb is averaging 354,156 shares traded over the last 30 days. They have shed 83.14% YTD.
AutoWeb is set to release earnings on 2022-08-04.
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AutoWeb, Inc. provides high-quality consumer leads, clicks and associated marketing services to automotive dealers and manufacturers throughout the United States. The company also provides consumers with robust and original online automotive content to help them make informed car-buying decisions. The company pioneered the automotive Internet in 1995 and has since helped tens of millions of automotive consumers research vehicles; connected thousands of dealers nationwide with motivated car buyers; and has helped every major automaker market its brand online.
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1 dead, 1 detained in Vero Beach shooting
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With a scorching summer fast approaching, food prices rising and access to water and electricity limited in many parts of Syria, donors must make good on $4.3 billion in humanitarian pledges committed at last week’s Brussels funding conference, the UN’s senior humanitarian official told the Security Council on Friday.Read more https://news.un.org/feed/view/en/story/2022/05/1118732 | https://thedailyripple.org/index.php/component/content/article/107-immigrants-refugees/942379-syria-%E2%80%98largest-ever-number%E2%80%99-in-need-warns-un-relief-chief | 2022-05-21T09:54:52Z | https://thedailyripple.org/index.php/component/content/article/107-immigrants-refugees/942379-syria-%E2%80%98largest-ever-number%E2%80%99-in-need-warns-un-relief-chief | true | null |
The tale of how a Texas 2-year-old ordered 31 cheeseburgers to his home
KINGSVILLE, Texas — A Ricardo mother received an unexpected notification Monday that left her confused. Kelsey Golden read a message from DoorDash saying her order was going to take a little longer than usual because of the size of the order. She later discovered the reason was because...
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Getty Image Tiger Woods shares how many days he took off following the Masters. The number, and his explanation, are just the latest example of why Tiger truly is one of a kind.
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India names team for FIH Women's Pro League, Savita remains captain
Talking about the team, chief coach Janneke Schopman said, This is going to be a very important leg of Pro League matches in Europe as it will give us insights into our progress ahead of the World Cup in July.
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India on Saturday named a 24-member women's hockey team, to be led by Savita Punia, for the European leg of the FIH Pro League matches in Belgium and the Netherlands in June.
The team will play six matches from June 11 to 22 ahead of the FIH Hockey Women's World Cup to be held in Spain and the Netherlands from July 1-17.
India play hosts Belgium on June 11 and 12 in Antwerp before shifting base to Rotterdam, the Netherlands, to face Argentina (June 18 and 19) and the USA (June 21 and 22).
Savita will continue to lead the team through star striker Rani Rampal is likely to return to action after she made her last appearance at last year's Tokyo Olympics.
Rani was under rehabilitation after recovering from a prolonged hamstring injury. She was named in the Indian squad for the last two matches of the FIH Pro League in Bhubaneswar against the Netherlands last month but did not play.
Experienced defender Deep Grace Ekka will be the vice-captain of the team which also has junior World Cup stars like Bichu Devi Kharibam, Ishika Chaudhary, and ata Abaco Dhekale, Baljeet Kaur, Sangita Kumari, and Deepika.
Rajini Etimarpu and Mahima Chaudhary -- who will be the captain and vice-captain respectively of the Indian team for the June 4-5 FIH Women's Hockey 5s in Switzerland --, as well as Rajwinder Kaur, have been named as standbys. Talking about the team, chief coach Janneke Schopman said, ''This is going to be a very important leg of Pro League matches in Europe as it will give us insights into our progress ahead of the World Cup in July. ''These matches are going to be critical in also finalizing our team for the World Cup,'' Schopman said.
The Indian team is currently placed second in the standings after Argentina with 22 points from eight matches with four wins, three draws, and one loss.
The Team: Goalkeepers: Savita (captain), Bichu Devi Kharibam Defenders: Deep Grace Ekka (vice-captain), Gurjit Kaur, Nikki Pradhan, Udita, Ishika Chaudhary, Akshata Abaco Dhekale Midfielders: Nisha, Sushila Chanu Pukhrambam, Monika, Neha, Jyoti, Navjot Kaur, Sonika, Salima Tete, Baljeet Kaur Forwards: Vandana Katariya, Lalremsiami, Navneet Kaur, Sharmila Devi, Sangita Kumari, Deepika, Rani.
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Azerbaijani servicemen have joined the Efes-2022 multi-nationaldrills underway in Izmir, Turkey, Azernews reports, citing theDefence Ministry. Azerbaijan is being represented by servicemen of the SeparateCombined-Arms Army of Naxcivan and the Naval Forces in the drills,which will last until June 9, the ministry said. The Efes-2022 multinational exercises are planned to be held infour stages. On the instructions of the high command, activities are beingcarried out to improve the professional skills of the Azerbaijaniarmy’s military personnel. Earlier, the ministry underlined that Azerbaijani se… | https://turkeynewsgazette.com/to-hone-skills-azerbaijani-servicemen-join-efes-2022-intl-drills-in-turkey/ | 2022-05-21T10:00:52Z | https://turkeynewsgazette.com/to-hone-skills-azerbaijani-servicemen-join-efes-2022-intl-drills-in-turkey/ | false | null |
An Giang strives for US$858 million investment in 2022
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Long Xuyên City in An Giang Province. — Photo media.angiang.gov.vn
AN GIANG — The Mekong Delta Province of An Giang has set a target of attracting 15 projects with a combined investment capital of over VNĐ20 trillion (above US$858 million) by year-end, according to its investment promotion programme in 2022.
These projects will be in the province's prioritised areas such as traffic infrastructure, urban development, housing, agriculture, as well as industry, trade and services, culture and tourism, baodautu.vn reported.
Under the programme, approved recently by An Giang People's Committee, the province also hopes to attract foreign direct investment (FDI) inflows in a wide range of sectors including the development of industrial park infrastructure, industrial real estate, supporting industries, and agriculture.
Between now and the end of this year, the province plans to host three online investment promotion conferences which will see the attendance of investors from Japan, South Korea, Australia, USA, Taiwan, Israel, Thailand, Singapore and European countries.
As per the programme, the locality will team up with the Ministry of Planning and Investment's Southern Investment Promotion Centre to organise its investment promotion conference in the fourth quarter.
The committee described the upcoming conference as a good opportunity for domestic and foreign investors to access updated information about the province's investment environment, policies and its list of investment in the next four years.
Due to the COVID-pandemic, An Giang Province attracted only 18 investment projects including one foreign-invested with total registered capital of over VNĐ947 billion in 2021, down 40 per cent in number of projects and 13 per cent in level of capital compared to the previous year. — VNS | https://www.einpresswire.com/article/573407977/an-giang-strives-for-us-858-million-investment-in-2022 | 2022-05-21T10:11:39Z | https://www.einpresswire.com/article/573407977/an-giang-strives-for-us-858-million-investment-in-2022 | true | 1 |
International Electroplating Marketplace touched the worth of US$ 14.6 Bn in 2016, witnessing a Y-o-Y expansion of three.7% over the 12 months 2015. The record finds that non treasured steel section will dominate with greater than 65% marketplace proportion and is anticipated to make bigger at an important CAGR with regards to worth over the forecast duration (2016 – 2026). Amongst end-use business, electric & electronics section will surge at a CAGR of three.9% throughout the forecast duration. Western Europe accounted for a worth proportion of 27.1% within the international electroplating marketplace and accounted for easiest marketplace worth proportion amongst all areas in 2016. APEJ regional marketplace is anticipated to check in prime expansion adopted through the Latin The us electroplating marketplace within the years yet to come.
Steel completing has modified itself inside of a few many years from what was once prior to now an empirical craft right into a key era grounded on logical rules. Electroplating is a kind of steel completing discovering its utility amongst quite a lot of end-use industries together with car, electric & electronics, aerospace & defence, equipment portions & parts and lots of others. Electroplating is an electrochemical procedure wherein steel ions in resolution are hooked up to a steel substrate by way of electrolytic deposition. Electroplating lets in manufactures to make use of affordable metals, as an example, zinc or metal for lots of the product and later on practice other steel plating at the outdoor to offer protection to from corrosion, enhance look and lots of different other homes desired for the product.
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Emerging call for of electroplating from end-use industries propels the expansion of the marketplace. The worldwide electroplating marketplace is essentially pushed through {the electrical} & electronics business, adopted through the car business. Electroplating may be getting used to enhance electric conductivity of digital portions and parts. In rising markets similar to India, China and South Korea, financial expansion has ended in an building up within the call for for electroplating; therefore appearing as a significant motive force for the electroplating marketplace.
International Electroplating Marketplace Witnessed a Y-O-Y expansion of three.7% until the tip of 2015, treasured steel section to dominate greater than 65% marketplace proportion and is anticipated to make bigger at an important CAGR with regards to worth throughout the forecast duration
Segmentation Insights
- At the foundation of steel kind, with regards to worth, treasured steel section managed round one 3rd of the worldwide electroplating marketplace in 2015 during which gold steel accounted for 28.8% marketplace worth proportion
- Nickel steel kind section is anticipated to dominate the marketplace with regards to worth during the forecast duration. The section is anticipated to be essentially the most horny with regards to CAGR and marketplace proportion
- At the foundation of end-use business, electric & electronics section ruled the marketplace with regards to worth. This section accounted for 34.2% quantity proportion in 2015
- Electric & electronics section is expected to witness prime expansion with regards to worth over the forecast duration. In the case of worth, electric & electronics section is anticipated to make bigger at a CAGR of three.9% over the forecast duration.
Regional marketplace projections
Western Europe and North The us jointly accounted for 53.7% worth proportion within the international electroplating marketplace in 2016. Electroplating marketplace in Western Europe and North The us are anticipated to be quite mature as in comparison to that of the Asia Pacific Excl. Japan over the forecast duration. In APEJ, India, South Korea and China to offer vital alternatives for electroplating marketplace over the approaching years. Latin The us electroplating marketplace, expanding at a CAGR of three.8% over the forecast duration, is projected to succeed in a marketplace worth of US$ 1,825.2 Mn through 2026 finish.
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Supplier insights
The record highlights probably the most primary avid gamers working within the international electroplating marketplace similar to
Allied Completing Inc., Interplex Industries Inc., Atotech Deutschland GmbH, Kuntz Electroplating Marketplace Inc., Peninsula Steel Completing Inc., Pioneer Steel Completing, Roy Steel Completing, Sharretts Plating Co. Inc., J & N Steel Merchandise LLC and Bajaj Electroplaters. The marketplace is recently witnessing a fragmentation pattern. | https://honestversion.com/2022/05/21/electroplating-marketplace-worth-of-us-1825-2-mn-through-2026-finish-say-rri/ | 2022-05-21T10:12:29Z | https://honestversion.com/2022/05/21/electroplating-marketplace-worth-of-us-1825-2-mn-through-2026-finish-say-rri/ | true | 1 |
Happily Ever After?
Despite their situation, Jordan seemingly hopes to reconcile with Aaron one day. “There’s no scenario in which I wouldn’t want my entire family at a wedding,” the ESPN analyst told The Hollywood Reporter in August 2016, noting that he “absolutely” will invite Aaron. “That’s what our whole family wants and hopes for and, at some point, it’s going to be a good wedding. There’s going to be a lot of people there.”
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By Trevor Hunnicutt and Josh Smith
SEOUL (Reuters) - President Joe Biden and his new South Korean counterpart agreed on Saturday to hold bigger military drills and deploy more U.S. weapons if necessary to deter North Korea, while offering to send COVID-19 vaccines and potentially meet Kim Jong Un.
Biden and Yoon Suk-yeol said their countries' decades-old alliance needed to develop not only to face North Korean threats but to keep the Indo-Pacific region "free and open" and protect global supply chains.
The two leaders are meeting in Seoul for their first diplomatic engagement since the South Korean president's inauguration 11 days ago. The friendly encounter between allies was clouded by intelligence showing North Korean leader Kim Jong Un is prepared to conduct nuclear or missile tests.
Yoon had sought more assurances that the United States would boost its deterrence against North Korean threats. In a joint statement, Biden reaffirmed the U.S. commitment to defend South Korea with nuclear weapons if necessary.
The two sides agreed to consider expanding their combined military drills, which had been scaled back in recent years in an effort to lower tensions with the North.
The United States also promised to deploy "strategic assets" - which typically include long-range bomber aircraft, missile submarines, or aircraft carriers - if necessary to deter North Korea, according to the statement.
Both leaders said they were committed to denuclearising North Korea and were open to diplomacy with Pyongyang.
"With regard to whether I would meet with the leader of North Korea, it would depend on whether he was sincere and whether he was serious," Biden told a joint news conference.
He said Washington had offered COVID-19 vaccines to China and North Korea, which is combating its first acknowledged outbreak. "We've got no response," Biden said.
North Korea reported more than 200,000 new patients suffering from fever for a fifth consecutive day on Saturday, but the country has little in the way of vaccines or modern treatment for the pandemic.
EXPANDING ALLIANCE
The U.S.-South Korea alliance, which dates to the 1950-1953 Korean War, must further develop to keep the Indo-Pacific "free and open", Biden said.
He said the alliance was built on opposition to changing borders by force - an apparent reference to Russia's war in Ukraine and China's claims over Taiwan.
Changes in international trade and supply chains gave new impetus for the two countries to deepen their relationship, Yoon said, calling for cooperation on electric batteries and semiconductors.
Biden used the visit to tout investments in the United States by Korean companies, including a move by South Korea's Hyundai Motor Group to invest about $5.5 billion to build its first dedicated fully electric vehicle and battery manufacturing facilities in the United States.
The two leaders toured a massive Samsung semiconductor plant on Friday, where Biden said countries like the United States and South Korea that "share values" needed to cooperate more to protect economic and national security.
Yoon said the concept of economic security will include cooperating in case of shocks in the foreign exchange market.
The South Korean president, keen to play a bigger role in regional issues, said his country would join Biden's Indo-Pacific Economic Framework (IPEF), which will be announced during the trip to set standards on labour, the environment and supply chains.
But, given that China is South Korea's top trading partner, he struck a cautious tone in public on the topic of explicitly countering Beijing. He said on Friday that South Korea's joining the IPEF did not have to conflict with the countries' economic ties.
Although White House officials have sought to play down any explicit message of countering China, it is a theme of Biden's trip and one that has caught the eye of Beijing.
"We hope that the U.S. will match its words with deeds and work with countries in the region to promote solidarity and cooperation in the Asia-Pacific, instead of plotting division and confrontation," Chinese envoy for Korean affairs Liu Xiaoming, said on Twitter.
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Labor predicts long night ahead but confident about several seats
Federal election 2022
Full election resultsLabor’s deputy Richard Marles believes the election results will go down to the wire as leader Anthony Albanese said he had done everything he could to take the opposition to a competitive position.
However, the party risked losing some key seats, including the western Sydney electorates of Fowler and Parramatta where locals appear to have rejected high-profile candidates parachuted in, including Kristina Keneally.
With seats all around the country looking likely to switch hands, Marles said voters were in for a long night before finding out a result.
“We feel we’re competitive but we’re coming to this out of a pandemic where … that has been a situation which has favoured incumbents,” he said.
“This is a pretty big mountain for us to climb, but we feel we put forward an alternative that the Australian people have been crying out for and we are hopeful.”
Earlier in the day, Albanese said his three-year strategy appeared to be paying off.
“I’ve put us in a position whereby we’re, at worst, competitive today. We’re in the hunt here,” he said.
“In the fourth quarter, I wanted to kick with the wind at my back. I believe we have the wind at our back, and I’m very positive about, and hopeful about, a good outcome.”
Labor was looking good to pick up Bennelong, Reid and Robertson in NSW and Chisholm and Deakin in Victoria, with about a third of the vote counted.
But Liberals were encouraged by swings towards them in NSW South Coast seat Gilmore and Lyons in Tasmania. Labor frontbencher Terri Butler appeared to have lost her electorate of Griffith to the Greens and former NSW premier and senator Keneally was behind independent Dai Le in Fowler.
Former Labor minister Kate Ellis said Butler was “a huge talent with a very big, huge future in front of her” and if the Greens took Griffith – Kevin Rudd’s old seat – that would be a “very, very big loss”.
“What we’re seeing here is left-wing Labor women having to fight against Greens ... but I’m certainly hopeful that Terri would have run a wonderful campaign and will get across the line,” she said.
Keneally was installed as the candidate in Fowler, at the expense of retiring MP Chris Hayes’ preferred candidate, after not being able to secure the top spot on the NSW Senate ticket. But the local community was unhappy with the move and independent Dai Le was winning 27.8 per cent of primary votes, which put her in the lead after preferences.
Similarly in Parramatta, Labor sent in star recruit Andrew Charlton to run against local businesswoman Maria Kovacic. On an early count, there was a swing against Charlton but the leader on two-party-preferred kept changing.
In Bennelong, Labor’s Jeremy Laxale was on track for a 9.3 per cent swing to be ahead of Liberal candidate Simon Kennedy. The seat was a key target for Anthony Albanese, who visited it four times including on Thursday to kickstart his blitz of electorates around the country.
Labor candidate Sally Sitou was on track for a 6 per cent swing in Reid, where she took on Liberal incumbent Fiona Martin, while in Robertson on the Central Coast Gordon Reid had garnered nearly a 5 per cent swing against Liberal MP Lucy Wicks.
In Victoria, Labor’s Carina Garland had won a 4.4 per cent swing against Gladys Liu in Chisholm, which was the Liberal’s second most marginal seat. Prime Minister Scott Morrison had intended to make a last-minute stop in the electorate on Saturday morning but cancelled the plans.
In Gilmore, with 55 per cent of the vote counted, former state Liberal minister Andrew Constance had won a swing of 3.44 points to be slightly ahead of Labor’s Fiona Phillips on 50.83 per cent.
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