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After finding water in an astronaut's helmet, NASA has suspended all, except the most urgent spacewalks, the agency officials have announced.
Water was found in the helmet worn by European Space Agency (ESA) astronaut Matthias Maurer following a March 23 spacewalk, Space.com reported.
Maurer reported about 20 to 25 centimetres of water in a very thin layer, covering the helmet's inner surface.
Although the suit sometimes does generate a bit of water, but "this was a bit beyond what our normal experience faces. It was specifically the quantity of water that got our attention," Dana Weigel, deputy station programme manager at NASA's Johnson Space Centre in Houston, said during a press conference this week.
The agency officials said they will perform an assessment of its extravehicular mobility unit (EMU) spacesuits, which will return to Earth in July.
It means the astronauts will not be able to go outside and perform extravehicular activities (EVAs) for several months unless there is a pressing need for repairs on the International Space Station, the report said.
"Until we understand better what the causal factors might have been during the last EVA with our EMU, we are no-go for nominal EVA," Weigel said.
Meanwhile, the recent SpaceX's Crew-4 mission and Boeing's uncrewed Orbital Flight Test-2 have carried More helmet absorption pads to the orbiting lab. These may help in case the astronauts need to repair something in space before the investigation concludes, Weigel said.
"We have supplemental ... very thin kind of absorptive pads that we can put on the inside of the helmet," Weigel said. "One of them is towards the back of the crew headset, and the other one is kind of a band that goes up over the head. [It's] kind of like in the shape of a headband, but it's attached to the inner layer of the helmet bubble. And so that would offer some mitigation."
This is, however, not the first incident where spacewalks have been suspended due to unexpected water leakage.
It occurred for the first time in July 2013, when ESA astronaut Luca Parmitano experienced a severe water leak that ended up covering most of his face. His spacewalk with NASA's Chris Cassidy was cut short due to the water volume Parmitano was reporting, roughly an hour after starting the work, the report said.
NASA ultimately determined that the materials intruded "because a water filtering facility at Johnson [Space Centre] had not been managed to control for silica," NASA's Office of the Inspector General (OIG) wrote in April 2017. "As a result," the OIG continued, "silica-laden water was used in the processing of flight hardware filters that later was used in four on-orbit spacesuits."
The agency addressed the silica situation and also created backups for astronauts in case of leaks. Starting in 2014, astronauts used a "helmet absorption pad" at the back of the helmet to absorb excess water. In addition, a breathing tube was inserted in the helmet in case of water clinging to the face, as it tends to do in microgravity. | https://www.indiatvnews.com/science/nasa-suspends-routine-spacewalks-due-to-leaky-spacesuit-helmet-2022-05-22-778506 | 2022-05-22T17:08:03Z | https://www.indiatvnews.com/science/nasa-suspends-routine-spacewalks-due-to-leaky-spacesuit-helmet-2022-05-22-778506 | true | 7 |
UPDATE: The body of a 15-year-old boy from Paterson who drowned in a Passaic County reservoir while swimming with friends was recovered Sunday morning, authorities said.
"We've notified the family," Woodland Park Mayor Keith Kazmark said after members of the Passaic County sheriff's Search & Recovery SCUBA Team found the body shortly before 10:30 a.m.
It was in the area of the Great Notch Reservoir off Old Rifle Camp Road on Garrett Mountain in Woodland Park where his friends had seen him go under -- about 15 to 20 feet from shore -- around 3:45 p.m. Saturday, the mayor said.
Temperatures had reached 90 degrees when Passaic County Sheriff Richard Berdnik's Search & Recovery SCUBA Team responded along with local police and firefighters, a State Police helicopter, and members of the county prosecutor's and emergency management offices.
Colleagues from Paterson, Passaic, Totowa, Wayne, Clifton and Hawthorne also responded.
Several initially waded into the water with rope lines before inflatable boats were brought in.
Because there's no lighting in the wooded area around the reservoir, the search was suspended shortly before 8:30 p.m. Saturday.
Searchers were back on the water by 9 a.m. on Sunday and made the discovery less than an hour later, the mayor said.
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NEW YORK (AP) — A man opened fire on a moving New York subway train Sunday, striking another man in the chest, police said. The suspect is at large.
The shooting came shortly before noon on a Q train in Manhattan just before arrival at the Canal Street station, WNBC-TV reported.
Police were searching for a suspect.
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Manchester United saw their worst season in recent memory come to and with a defeat away at Crystal Palace.
Patrick Vieira's side created plenty of chances inside the opening exchanges with the bulk of their opportunities being forced down United's right-defensive flank - manned by Diogo Dalot.
David de Gea looked to be in inspired form once again as he kept the Eagles at bay for 36 minutes, but he couldn't hold back the tide and Palace eventually took the lead courtesy of an expertly taken goal from a former Red Devil in Wilfried Zaha.
It was a well-deserved lead for the hosts who have looked a hugely improved outfit this season under the guidance of Arsenal legend Vieira. United were thankful to come in at only one goal down at the break.
The second-half passed by with very little to note from a United perspective, with Anthony Elanga spurning the Red Devils best chance of the game from close range.
Mirror Football has analysed five talking points from United's woeful showing at Selhurst Park.
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It is some way short of the ambitions many United fans would have had before a ball had been kicked this season, but given the landscape before the final day – the Red Devils can be pleased with securing Europa League football next term.
Tipped for a title tilt last summer, things have played out rather differently and while the Europa League could be perceived as ‘below’ a club of United’s stature with their illustrious European history – it is a marked improvement on the Europa Conference League.
West Ham United have been demoted to that competition, while Ten Hag can begin to prepare for life in Europe’s second-rate tournament. It remains the last piece of silverware United lifted five years ago in Stockholm against none other than Ten Hag’s Ajax side.
United were under the guidance of former boss Jose Mourinho that night and Ten Hag will view the Europa League as a chance to end the five-year trophy drought during his debut campaign.
Ten Hag’s attendance
Incoming boss Erik ten Hag is yet to meet the players he’ll be working so closely with from pre-season onwards, but watched them all up close in person at Selhurst Park.
Ten Hag touched down in the capital on Wednesday after flying in from Amsterdam by private jet. He was immediately whisked to United's Mayfair offices to meet other high-ranking club officials and start thrashing out plans to restore United to their former glories.
The Dutchman was appointed at the mid-way through last month after a long, drawn-out appointment process and got the chance to watch United in competitive action before the season’s end having already completed his work with Ajax.
Ten Hag is likely to have spotted plenty of things he can look to improve once he gets his hands on this side as Palace had plenty of joy against a fragile looking United.
The rebuild starts now
Before kick-off, Rangnick was typically honest in his assessment of the United squad and who would still be at the club next season – with the answer a surprising amount.
“Out of our starting eleven, there will be 10, apart from Edinson Cavani, who will still be playing for this club next season.” United fans who witnessed the clash may have mixed feelings over that, with some of the more maligned players putting in another underwhelming shift.
Often criticised midfield duo Fred and Scott McTominay struggled to give United much of a foothold in the game as Conor Gallagher built plenty of attacks for the hosts.
Dalot endured one of his most difficult afternoons in recent memory up against Zaha, who ran the Portugal international ragged for much of the contest.
Hannibal starts
United fans have been waiting a long time to witness teenage Tunisian international Hannibal Mejbri in full flow and finally got the chance as he was handed his first Premier League start of the season.
The 19-year-old had already endeared himself to the United faithful after his combative display in the humiliating defeat at Anfield earlier on this season. Hannibal put in some overzealous tackles that got him in trouble with the referee, but praise from fans for his fight and spirit.
It was a similar story today with a first-half yellow card, but with some technical highlights to match. United’s more experience players saw their passing lack the kind of accuracy expected of them, but Hannibal was a livewire throughout.
A number of crucial interventions were paired with some deft touches that eased the pressure on his side in difficult moments.
There have been very few highlights of Rangnick’s United reign, but blooding Hannibal further into the first-team fold is a gift Ten Hag is likely to be extremely grateful for.
Vieira’s Palace revolution
While all of the headlines will naturally go to United’s shortcomings, Crystal Palace deserve plenty of plaudits for the way they played not just against the Red Devils but all campaign.
Having finished 14th under Roy Hodgson last season, many expected Vieira to struggle to get a tune out of this Palace side – but the reality has played out very differently.
The Frenchman has ensured Selhurst Park has become somewhat of a fortress this term and has taken points off of multiple ‘big-six’ sides.
Arsenal and Tottenham were both beaten at the home of the Eagles, while Manchester City were held to a frustrating 0-0 draw. United are just the latest scalp to be taken in South East London.
They end the campaign two places better than last term with Vieira guiding them to 12th – just one point shy of a top-half finish.
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ST. LOUIS (AP) — St. Louis Blues goaltender Jordan Binnington departed Game 3 of the second round against Colorado after colliding with Avalanche forward Nazem Kadri 6:45 into the first period Saturday night.
Kadri was attacking the St. Louis net when he got his skates tangled up with Blues defenseman Calle Rosen.
Binnington remained on his knees for a couple of minutes and was examined by Blues trainer Ray Barile before leaving for the locker room.
Binnington was 4-1 in five postseason starts with a 1.75 goals-against average and had stopped all three shots he faced in Game 3.
Ville Husso replaced him, making his first appearance since Game 3 of the team’s first round series against Minnesota. Husso went 1-2 with a 3.02 GAA in three starts this postseason.
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A new face will join the Killeen Independent School District board of trustees Tuesday.
During Killeen ISD’s Tuesday board meeting, Oliver Mintz, of Killeen, will take his place on the dais after securing his win over Lenna Barr, of Killeen, in the May 7 school board election.
Mintz, who was unable to be at last week’s board meeting, when two other newly elected members were sworn in, will fill the board’s Place 3 seat previously held by Corbett Lawler.
Other items to be discussed during Tuesday’s meeting include:
- KISD Education Foundation annual report
- Teacher incentive allotment overview and update
- Adoption of middle school math materials
- KISD’s program for deaf students
- Communities in Schools contract
- Fiscal Year 2023 budget planning
- Strategic facilities planning
- Sewer improvements for new middle school
To view the board’s full agenda and attachments in advance of tonight’s meeting, go to https://bit.ly/3lxqkSu.
The board meeting will begin at 9 a.m. in the district’s administration building located at 200 N. W.S. Young Drive in Killeen. The meeting will also be streamed live at www.killeenisd.org/livetv and on KISD-TV Channel 17.
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Blues Recall G Charlie Lindgren Under Emergency Conditions
May 22, 2022 - American Hockey League (AHL) - Springfield Thunderbirds News Release
Springfield Thunderbirds goaltender Charlie Lindgren vs. the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins
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ST LOUIS, Mo. - St. Louis Blues President of Hockey Operations and General Manager Doug Armstrong announced today the team has recalled goaltender Charlie Lindgren from the team's AHL affiliate, the Springfield Thunderbirds, under emergency conditions.
Lindgren, 28, posted a 24-7-1 record along with a 2.21 goals-against average and a .925 save percentage in 34 games with the Thunderbirds during the regular season. He has also logged two wins in as many starts this postseason. The Lakeville, Minnesota, native also dressed in five games for the Blues this regular season, going 5-0-0 with a 1.22 goals-against average and a .958 save percentage.
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The ongoing World Economic Forum Annual Meeting 2022 in Davos till May 26 will bring together nearly 2,500 global leaders to address current challenges during this time of heightened polarization.
In an interview with CNBC-TV18, Sean De Cleene, Head-Future of Food of World Economic Forum, said, at Davos they are looking at significant food production across the world and are discussing the challenges the high food prices bring.
Talking about food security, De Cleene said, "Last year, we saw 200 million people tumble into food insecurity, acute food hunger. This year, that could be a lot worse."
He said prices had been rising significantly due to the COVID-19 pandemic and now with the crisis in Ukraine that is exacerbating very quickly. "We are really noticing potentially, a significant production challenge because fertiliser prices, energy prices are also increasing rapidly, which means the ability for farmers to grow, what they need to grow for the coming season, or the coming seasons will be very difficult,” he said.
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He said that at Davos, they were discussing both, the challenges that those food prices bring as well as the knock-on effects to inflation. "We are also looking at long-term issues that a crisis like this means and so be under no illusions while we are dealing with a series of food prices also climate change is a major impact and, and food is at the centre of that conversation as well.”
De Cleene believes the impact of this food security on the most vulnerable will be catastrophic in the coming short term.
“So we really need to be able to target those incentives in a way that support the most needy, the vulnerable farmers that are working in remote areas that really are having trouble accessing services and inputs,” he said.
He added that what we need to be able to do is to use data in a much better way to make more informed decisions.
On digital and data alliance he said, “We have agreed to start to develop a digital and data alliance that will really help to harmonise a lot of the data, create much more transparency in that data, make sure that we can link satellite data right down to the individual farmer and the farm wallet, and be able to create long term transparency in markets.”
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Cancer weekly horoscope: What your sign has in store for May 22 to 28
CANCER
JUNE 22 - JULY 22
With the arrival of the boss planet Mars in your ambition sector, the world is your oyster - your only problem will be choosing which goal to chase first.
And limiting your working and playing hours, so you get enough down time.
Passion strikes suddenly, and intensely, when you look deeper and longer into some so-familiar eyes.
The luck factor links to a parent’s birthday.
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DESTINY DAYS: Monday is make room for fun day - draw up a let-loose
timetable. Work out a better balance of home chores on Tuesday. Sing loud as you like on Saturday.
LUCKY LINKS: A vehicle with an 18 registration plate. A family who love to dance. The last food you ordered as a takeaway.
LOVE AND LUST: Get ready for Venus and Mars to share your goal-setting sector for just three days this week - and make such a difference to your life.
In love, you can ask for what you need instead of expecting a partner to guess - and in lust terms, the fire of Mars burns so brilliantly in you that no one can resist.
Someone you met back in March is thinking about you a lot and ready to make the next move.
Fabulous is the home of horoscopes, with weekly updates on what’s in store for your star sign as well as daily predictions.
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TikTok Has Changed Music — And The Industry Is Hustling To Catch Up
Tyler Colon played college basketball. He won an MTV reality show. He's tried podcasting, modeling, and acting. But in 2019, he got serious about pursuing music.
"After singing in my car for, like, six months for an hour and a half every single day, I released 'Stuck In The Middle,'" he said.
He put it up on TikTok under his stage name, Tai Verdes. At the time, he was working at a Verizon store.
"I saw other people like me that had no following end up on the radio," he said. "And when you see that happen multiple times because of one app, it's kind of like 'a-duh', you know what I'm saying? Like, why not?"
Before he knew it, he was fielding calls from presidents of record labels during his lunch break. He got a record deal, made a debut album, and is currently on a 22-city tour across America. "Stuck In The Middle" has been streamed well over 100 million times on Spotify.
TikTok has flipped the script on the music industry, and everyone from artists to analysts and even marketing bosses at the top labels are hustling to catch up.
A new way to listen
Verdes thinks he would have made it without TikTok, but he also noticed that his fans on the app were especially engaged. They would go from his TikTok to his Spotify page or his YouTube channel.
"You just made this video, you have this song, you have this melody that they really like. They want to go get that. You just gave them something," he said.
Verdes isn't the only one to notice this trend, and that TikTok users interact with music differently.
"They're not just listening to music in a sort of, like, lean-back, passive way," says music industry analyst Tatiana Cirisano. "They're more likely to do more lean-forward activities, like creating playlists or listening to full albums on streaming or buying merchandise."
Consumer behavior data compiled by Cirisano shows TikTok users are more likely to spend money on music, and be more invested in it. 40% of active TikTok users pay a monthly subscription for music, compared to 25% of the general population. And 17% buy artist merchandise monthly, compared to 9% of the general population.
What's more, TikTok users often respond to music with their own videos, using features built into the app design. They might lip-sync a song, make up a dance, or try to sing it.
"It's changed music listening from being a one-way relationship where a song comes out and you listen to it on your own, to something that you participate in," Cirisano said. "I mean, I don't think that any other social media app has done that to this degree. TikTok is peak UGC in that way."
UGC — short for "user-generated content" — is one of the buzzwords currently going around in the music industry.
Nina Webb is the head of marketing at Atlantic Records and said when she first started out in the industry, it was a bit simpler.
"It used to be a puzzle for a 3-year-old. You had video and radio," she said. "And you just needed money and leverage and influence as a label. And now I feel like it's the 1,000 piece gray sky where TikTok is the only piece that will individually move the dial the way it does."
Webb knows exactly what she's talking about. Last August, an Atlantic Records artist named Gayle released a song called "ABCDEFU."
They promoted the song on TikTok a lot, but it didn't really take off until months later when the sign language sub-community of TikTok got a hold of it in the middle of Gayle's tour.
Note: This TikTok post includes profanity in lyrics and sign language that some might find objectionable.
"She saw the difference from playing at the beginning of the tour, when people, like, somewhat kind of heard this or looked it up, to by the end — I mean, it was like the whole place was going crazy," Webb said. "So November was really the tipping point, and it was 100% the sign language community."
That user-generated content made all the difference for Gayle. Her song sat at No. 1 on the Billboard Global 200 chart for 11 weeks.
Buying influence and getting lucky
These days, there's a cottage industry dedicated to marketing a song or artist on TikTok — paying influencers to promote a song, posting short clips to see what people respond to, trying to get a dance challenge going. With 1 billion monthly active users now on TikTok after a surge in downloads over the pandemic, it's not hard to see why.
Webb says she's certainly tried different strategies, but most times when a song takes off on TikTok, it seems to happen organically.
"I mean, there's a million examples of a lot of very expensive campaigns that had no return," she said. "Like, we can't do it. It has to come from fans or the artist because you're talking to Gen Z. They smell everything out."
Sometimes those fans work in unexpected ways. Celine Dion's "It's All Coming Back To Me Now" came out 25 years ago but earlier this year set one-day streaming records on Spotify and YouTube after lip-syncing the most dramatic part of the song became a viral TikTok trend.
Or take the song "Snowman" by Sia. That came out in 2017, but the TikTok challenge came in 2020, where people posted videos of themselves trying to sing the entire chorus in one breath.
Analyst Tatiana Cirisano says the music industry used to hunt for unknown talent and develop it. But the rise of TikTok has helped to flip that formula.
"I think that we are increasingly in an era where audiences are choosing what they want to hear, and record labels and the rest of the music industry are sort of listening to that," she said.
The risk of burnout
There are downsides to this too, though. TikTok might create opportunities for musicians, but some artists feel that they have to constantly be "on". Creator burnout is real.
"There's kind of this fear, I think, for people that have built huge followings on TikTok that if they stop at any point, people will just stop following them or they'll forget or they'll move on," Cirisano said.
"At times, people's attention spans are shorter and just the content trend doesn't stop."
Damoyee is a 21-year-old an independent music artist/content creator from Dallas, Texas. She is a composer, producer, singer, songwriter, and she plays a lot of instruments.
She posts a lot of covers and remixes of other songs, usually trending ones. And it's a lot of work. A minute-long TikTok usually takes around six hours to create.
"I know starting out, it took me a little less than a week to get 100 followers," she said. "And I remember, like, seeing one-zero-zero, I freaked out. I thought, hey, I'm famous, you know? I was grateful," Damoyee says with a laugh.
Sometimes a video flops, and sometimes it takes off. But Damoyee says that she generally feels TikTok helps boost musicians like her. That doesn't make it easy.
Damoyee is learning to balance her school work, personal life and the social following she's trying to build.
"It's definitely been a bit of a challenge and it has taken a toll, you know, especially on my mental health," she says. "I've gone, at the latest ... a month without posting because I just needed to breathe."
"I will say for now, the goal is to thrive as an independent artist without looking at any labels at the moment and to still build a platform to the point where I would feel comfortable releasing music alone," she said.
In other words, she hopes to find that perfect balance between cultivating her online following and making music. And when she does, she's hoping she won't have to ask the traditional powers in the industry for recognition. They may call her first.
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West Ham United boss David Moyes has picked his starting line-up and substitutes for the Hammers’ final Premier League game of the season, away at Brighton.
Moyes is keen for his side to finish in a Europa League spot, but they must win and hope that Manchester United do not win at Crystal Palace in order to be able to finish sixth.
If West Ham cannot overtake Manchester United to finish sixth then they would have to be content with a place in the Europa Conference League.
The last six meetings between the two sides have ended in draws and none have been goalless.
West Ham have Lukasz Fabianski in goal on the south coast, while at the back Moyes picks Vladimir Coufal, Craig Dawson, Kurt Zouma and Aaron Cresswell as a four.
Further up the pitch the Hammers have Declan Rice and Tomas Soucek in midfield, while Jarrod Bowen, Pablo Fornals and Manuel Lanzini support Michail Antonio.
If Moyes needs to make changes he has options on the bench to call for, including Mark Noble and Alex Kral.
West Ham United Team vs Brighton & Hove Albion
Fabianski, Coufal, Zouma, Dawson, Cresswell, Rice, Soucek, Bowen, Lanzini, Fornals, Antonio
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The reason why Val Kilmer appears so little in ‘Top Gun: Maverick’
ANDhe classic ‘Top Gun’ returns to the screens after 36 years of its premiere, I will do it with the film ‘Top Gun: Maverick’. In it to be obviously Tom Cruise as the protagonist, but he will not do it alone, he will also participate ValKilmer, what to interpret Tom “Iceman” Kazansky his enemy in the plot.
The reunion between Maverick and Iceman It is one of the points that most excites fans. no one expected that Kilmer was in the movie, since he lost his voice due to surgery for throat cancer.
‘Top Gun’ catapulted Val Kilmer to fame
the actor of 62 years old owes much of its fame to ‘Top Gun’when I rolled it in 1986 rose to stardom and became one of the most attractive men in Hollywooddating as a couple Cher, Cindy Crawford or Angelina Jolie.
But Kilmer he also had problems and gained a reputation as an actor who was difficult to work with on set. All this was coupled with financial problems and throat cancer, causing him not to have another leading role as in ‘Top Gun’. But now he can act again thanks to the artificial voice that allows him to speak.
Producers didn’t want Kilmer in ‘Top Gun: Maverick’
But the producers do not see with good eyes that Iceman return to the project in the new film. The actor had to insist on the idea that the film would not be the same without his character. “Tom was Maverick, but Maverick’s nemesis was Iceman. The two went together like salt and pepper,” he explained. Kilmer. Very different attitude from when I accepted the role in 1986. Kilmer I agreed to do the first film because I had a contract with the studio, and oh, with 26 years old, Val had only appeared in two comedies, “Top Secret!” and “Real Genius”.
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Burnley have been relegated to the Championship after their defeat to Newcastle United at Turf Moor.
The Clarets started the day on level points with Leeds United but they had a superior goal difference.
However, Callum Wilson’s penalty after twenty minutes in Lancashire meant the Clarets slipped into the bottom three and Raphinha’s spot kick put a three-point gap between the two sides at one point.
Wilson got a second for the Magpies to further condemn the Clarets but Sergi Canos equalised for Brentford, meaning Burnley needed to find an equaliser to stay in the Premier League.
Maxwell Cornet gave the home side hope when he halved the deficit but the Clarets couldn’t find an all-important second.
Canos’ red card with nine minutes left gave Leeds a man advantage and Jack Harrison scored in the 94th minute to ensure Jesse Marsch’s side remain in the division.
Burnley parted with legendary manager Sean Dyche last month in a desperate bid to turn their season around but despite an initial bounce from Mike Jackson, the Clarets’ failure to beat Aston Villa over two fixtures in the last fortnight proved costly.
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Vanguard Large-Cap ETF (NYSEARCA:VV – Get Rating) reached a new 52-week low on Friday . The stock traded as low as $174.77 and last traded at $174.78, with a volume of 4968 shares changing hands. The stock had previously closed at $178.11.
The company has a 50-day moving average price of $197.61 and a two-hundred day moving average price of $206.22.
Hedge funds and other institutional investors have recently added to or reduced their stakes in the company. DeDora Capital Inc. bought a new position in shares of Vanguard Large-Cap ETF during the 1st quarter valued at approximately $25,000. Rinkey Investments bought a new position in shares of Vanguard Large-Cap ETF during the 4th quarter valued at approximately $29,000. UMB Bank N A MO purchased a new position in Vanguard Large-Cap ETF during the 4th quarter valued at $34,000. CNB Bank purchased a new position in Vanguard Large-Cap ETF during the 4th quarter valued at $34,000. Finally, Gibson Wealth Advisors LLC purchased a new position in Vanguard Large-Cap ETF during the 4th quarter valued at $35,000.
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Which Disney princess bedding is best?
If you’re considering a glow-up for your child’s room, Disney princess bedding can transform their space into a magical and beautiful bedroom that they will be excited to spend time in. Encourage your children to love their own room by letting them take part in selecting the best Disney princess bedding set of their favorite characters that matches their wall colors. Watch them marvel at how they helped decorate and see how enthusiastic they are about bedtime in their new Disney princess bed.
The Disney Pretty Princess Toddler Bed 4-piece set is a cult-favorite, officially licensed, microfiber Disney bedding set which is available in a number of adorable patterns for an excellent price.
What to know before you buy Disney princess bedding
Bedding set
A bedding set will typically consist of four to eight pieces which may or may not include: a bedspread, coverlet, duvet cover or comforter as the bed topper, and some combination of bed sheets, decorative pillows, throw pillows, pillowcases and bed skirts. A standard set of bedsheets, in contrast, will only include the fitted sheet, top sheet and pillowcases. Bedding sets like Disney princess sets are often a far more economical way to get a complete bed-in-a-bag so that you can finish the ensemble in one simple transaction.
Size
Disney princess bedding, particularly for children, is usually more widely available in three sizes: toddler bed, twin bed and full/double bed options. If you’re selecting a new toddler bed for the room, ensure you have the correct bedding size as twin bedding won’t fit the mattress correctly. Toddler beds are wonderful transition-sized beds that are ideal for smaller bedrooms, children who are getting used to a big-kid bed and for shared bedrooms.
Disney princess theme
Disney princess bedding is available in a number of beautiful themes to match children’s bedrooms to their favorite characters while helping to spark their imagination. The print and patterns available range from, but are not limited to: Rapunzel, Belle, Ariel, Moana, Mulan, Anna and Els and prints which feature more than one princess, like Cinderella, Raya, Tiana and more. Other Disney bedding sets may include Yoda, the Muppet Babies, Mickey or Minnie Mouse, Simba and more.
What to look for in quality Disney princess bedding
Fabric
The most common fabrics for Disney princess bedding are 100% polyester microfiber and some cotton blends. Microfiber will be soft, lightweight, somewhat pill-resistant and will be machine-washable in cold or warm water with like colors. Cotton blends might be a little more breathable for hot sleepers but generally cost more and don’t wash as well.
Warmth and durability
Polyester microfiber will be soft and should last quite a long time, but it may not be as warm and heavy as other bedspread and duvet materials. If you live in a southern climate, you’ll find that microfiber is ideal for your children as it won’t make them sweat as much at night. If you live in a more northern climate and are purchasing microfiber bedding during the winter months, ensure your child has a light blanket underneath the bedspread for their comfort on colder nights.
Completing the look
If you’re decorating your children’s bedroom from scratch and are looking for some additional items and accessories to complete the look of their Disney princess room, some high-impact options include: a small chandelier, an ornate mirror or vanity set, some framed Disney prints in a gallery wall, a plush rug, a cozy chair, a decorative clock, curtains, memorabilia from their favorite Disney movies, a Disney princess dollhouse and matching princess dolls.
How much you can expect to spend on Disney princess bedding
Bedding sets can tend to run a little on the more expensive side, particularly when they have more pieces. That said, Disney princess bedding doesn’t have to be a huge cost investment, even for good quality items. The price range for Disney princess bedding starts at around $50 and ranges to $75 and up depending on the fabric, print, availability and size.
Disney princess bedding FAQ
Is my new Disney princess bedspread or duvet cover machine-washable?
A. Yes it is. While overwashing a bedspread can cause fading and pilling over time, microfiber is a long-lasting material that should hold up to regular washing and heavy use from children.
Does my Disney princess bedding include throw pillows?
A. It depends on the manufacturer and the bedding set you select. Some will offer throw pillows or even standard-size decorative pillows. At the very least, many bedding sets will offer pillowcases that coordinate with your print, pattern or color selection.
What’s the best Disney princess bedding to buy?
Top Disney princess bedding
Disney Pretty Princess Toddler Bed 4-piece Set
What you need to know: These adorable Disney bedding sets are soft, wash well, are available in a large number of prints and fit a toddler bed perfectly.
What you’ll love: The pillowcases that are included fit a standard pillow, the set is inexpensive and the bedding is guaranteed to make your children excited to go to sleep in their own room.
What you should consider: The material of the bedspread isn’t heavy and you may need an additional blanket underneath in very cold weather.
Where to buy: Amazon
Top Disney princess bedding for the money
Disney Princess Friendship Adventures
What you need to know: This hugely popular Disney princess bedding set from the Jay Franco Store contains seven pieces, making it a full bed-in-a-bag that instantly creates a magical atmosphere in your children’s bedroom.
What you’ll love: This set provides excellent value for the money, with a reasonable price tag for the quality of each piece it includes. It’s well made, durable, lightweight, warm and is a smart purchase overall.
What you should consider: A small number of customers were shipped the wrong size bedding.
Where to buy: Amazon
Worth checking out
Franco Kids Bedding Soft Microfiber Disney Princess
What you need to know: The prints and vibrancy of the colors in these Franco Kids bedding sets are eye-catching and very well done.
What you’ll love: This is a great selection for Disney fans who want a beautiful new bedding set for a good price. The soft, cozy fabric is wonderful for kids and holds up really well to washing.
What you should consider: Some reviewers felt the bedspread was too thin.
Where to buy: Amazon
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Burnley’s 6-season EPL stint ends with loss to Newcastle
Burnley was relegated from the Premier League after six seasons Sunday with a 2-1 loss at home Newcastle that allowed rival Leeds to survive.
Burnley needed only to match Leeds’ result against Brentford and for much of the second half, a draw would have been enough. Groans sounded around Burnley’s Turf Moor home when news came through in added time that Leeds had scored its second goal in what finished a 2-1 win over Brentford.
Soon after, the final whistle sounded at Burnley, met with scattered applause as the relegated squad made its way off the field.
It brought an end to Burnley’s hopes of surviving under interim manager Mike Jackson after he stepped in when longtime manager Sean Dyche was fired last month.
Callum Wilson scored both of Newcastle’s goals in a winning end to a season best known for the controversial takeover by the Saudi Arabian sovereign wealth fund in October. Wilson opened the scoring with a penalty in the 20th minute and scored again in the 60th before Maxwel Cornet responded for Burnley nine minutes later.
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Burnley host Newcastle United today knowing they must match or better Leeds’ result at Brentford to stay in the Premier League.
After Everton secured their top-flight status for another season in midweek, the final relegation spot will either go to Burnley or Leeds following Watford and Norwich to the Championship. Leeds take on an in-form Brentford side but Burnley must concentrate on their own performance against a 12th-place Newcastle side who will be motivated to finish off their impressive resurrection under Eddie Howe with a top-half spot.
“I think in every game we have had since I have been in, you’ve [the media have] said we must get something from it and the lads have been delivering,” Burnley manager Mike Jackson said this week. “They are used to that and that will stand them in good stead. We know Sunday is going to be emotional, we want to use some of it to have some fire but also take some out of it and attack the moment.”
Follow all the action from the relegation battle below.
Relegation battle
Leeds will have to pull off a win without some of their biggest stars this afternoon.
Dan James and Luke Ayling are suspended and Stuart Dallas, Adam Forshaw and Tyler Roberts all out injured. Striker Patrick Bamford could return on the bench but he hasn’t played since March.
Burnley, meanwhile, have doubts in Ben Mee and Jay Rodriguez and Matthew Lowton is suspended. Johann Berg Gudmundsson, Ashley Westwood, Erik Pieters and Matej Vydra are all unavailable.
The confirmed team news and line-ups are expected at 3pm for both clubs with kick-off coming at 4pm.
Relegation battle
The heat is on for Leeds, and I don’t just mean the weather, as they need to win against Brentford this afternoon. Anything but three points would be risky for their top flight hopes with a loss meaning they would be playing Championship football next season.
While the pressure and emotion may be felt throughout the team, manager Jesse Marsch has urged his players to remain calm.
“I’ve tried to reiterate that it’s massively important for our players to feel that,” the boss said. “There was one match recently where I read a letter from a fan to the players beforehand. I said to them that it’s special to be a player for Leeds United and is unique in many ways.
“The letter said that the players are their heroes and I wanted to make sure they understood that.
“Yes, I know that big moments like this always stir a lot of emotion. But I hope the fans find a way, no matter what, to be at our side and to know we’re going to get this right on Sunday.”
Kick-off will be at 4pm today with all league matches kicking off at the same time.
Relegation battle
So what do each side need to do to remain in the top flight? Heading into this final round both Leeds and Burnley are on 35 points but Leeds are the ones in the relegation zone due to goal difference.
For Leeds if they win they would need Burnley to draw or lose to stay up. If Burnley also win, Burnley would remain in the top flight.
If they draw they will need Burnley to lose to maintain their Premier League status. If Burnley also draw or win, Leeds would be relegated.
If they lose it’s much more simple – they will be relegated.
For Burnley, if they win they will remain in the Premier League no matter the result of the Leeds match.
If Burnley draw, Burnley will need Leeds to also draw or lose their match to stay in the top flight.
If Burnley lose they will also need Leeds to lose their game or they would be relegated.
Who will stay up and who will go down? Leeds and Burnley go to the wire on this final day of the Premier League season…
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MQS Management LLC bought a new stake in shares of AutoZone, Inc. (NYSE:AZO – Get Rating) during the fourth quarter, according to its most recent 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The firm bought 287 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $602,000. AutoZone accounts for about 1.0% of MQS Management LLC’s portfolio, making the stock its 9th largest position.
Other large investors have also bought and sold shares of the company. Allworth Financial LP acquired a new stake in shares of AutoZone during the 4th quarter valued at about $29,000. CVA Family Office LLC acquired a new stake in AutoZone in the 4th quarter worth about $31,000. Larson Financial Group LLC boosted its holdings in AutoZone by 157.1% in the 4th quarter. Larson Financial Group LLC now owns 18 shares of the company’s stock worth $38,000 after buying an additional 11 shares during the last quarter. Rosenberg Matthew Hamilton boosted its holdings in AutoZone by 280.0% in the 4th quarter. Rosenberg Matthew Hamilton now owns 19 shares of the company’s stock worth $40,000 after buying an additional 14 shares during the last quarter. Finally, Whittier Trust Co. of Nevada Inc. boosted its holdings in AutoZone by 175.0% in the 4th quarter. Whittier Trust Co. of Nevada Inc. now owns 22 shares of the company’s stock worth $46,000 after buying an additional 14 shares during the last quarter. Hedge funds and other institutional investors own 95.97% of the company’s stock.
In other news, EVP Preston Frazer sold 1,500 shares of the company’s stock in a transaction on Wednesday, April 20th. The stock was sold at an average price of $2,220.00, for a total transaction of $3,330,000.00. Following the sale, the executive vice president now owns 783 shares of the company’s stock, valued at $1,738,260. The transaction was disclosed in a filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which can be accessed through this hyperlink. Also, EVP Philip B. Daniele sold 100 shares of the company’s stock in a transaction on Friday, March 4th. The shares were sold at an average price of $1,890.00, for a total transaction of $189,000.00. The disclosure for this sale can be found here. In the last three months, insiders sold 7,682 shares of company stock worth $16,146,334. 2.60% of the stock is owned by corporate insiders.
AZO stock opened at $1,771.68 on Friday. The firm has a market cap of $35.17 billion, a PE ratio of 16.08, a PEG ratio of 1.50 and a beta of 0.90. The firm’s 50 day moving average price is $2,040.94 and its 200-day moving average price is $1,975.44. AutoZone, Inc. has a one year low of $1,367.96 and a one year high of $2,267.40.
AutoZone (NYSE:AZO – Get Rating) last released its quarterly earnings results on Tuesday, March 1st. The company reported $22.30 EPS for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $17.79 by $4.51. The firm had revenue of $3.37 billion for the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $3.16 billion. AutoZone had a net margin of 15.44% and a negative return on equity of 109.21%. The business’s revenue for the quarter was up 15.8% compared to the same quarter last year. During the same quarter in the previous year, the company earned $14.93 EPS. On average, sell-side analysts forecast that AutoZone, Inc. will post 111.66 EPS for the current fiscal year.
AutoZone Company Profile (Get Rating)
AutoZone, Inc retails and distributes automotive replacement parts and accessories. The company offers various products for cars, sport utility vehicles, vans, and light trucks, including new and remanufactured automotive hard parts, maintenance items, accessories, and non-automotive products. Its products include A/C compressors, batteries and accessories, bearings, belts and hoses, calipers, chassis, clutches, CV axles, engines, fuel pumps, fuses, ignition and lighting products, mufflers, radiators, starters and alternators, thermostats, and water pumps, as well as tire repairs.
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Serie A Wrap: Barrow scores as Boga's Atalanta miss out on Europe
Bologna secured a 1-0 away win over Genoa in Saturday’s Serie A encounter, with Musa Barrow netting the game’s only goal.
The Gambia international last found the net in December 2021 against Fiorentina and he had to wait till the final day before scoring his first goal in 2022.
On the back of two consecutive league defeats versus Venezia and Sassuolo, the Red and Blues travelled to Stadio Luigi Ferraris aiming to give their fans something to celebrate.
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Even at their numerous attacking forays, they were unable to break the hosts’ defensive setup with goalkeeper Adrian Semper making some smart saves.
The former Croatia youth international also made a one-handed save to deny Lorenzo De Silvestri from heading Sinisa Mihajlovic’s men ahead.
Nothing changed in the second half until Musa gave Bologna the lead after slotting past Semper after his initial pass unexpectedly rebounded into his path after rebounding back off a stranded Genoa player.
Although Alexander Blessin’s team did all within their ability to restore parity, they could not get the much-needed goal as they head to Serie B on a losing note.
Barrow – who now boasts six goals this season – was in action from start to finish, while Senegal's Ibrahima Mbaye, Nigeria's Kingsley Michael and Ghana's Ebenezer Annan were absent due to conflicting reasons.
Elsewhere, Jeremie Boga’s Atalanta will not be playing in Europe next season after losing 1-0 to Empoli on the final day.
Heading into the clash staged at the Gewiss Stadium, Gian Piero Gasperini’s Goddess needed a win over the visiting Blues to earn a Europa Conference League place.
Unfortunately, they were pegged back by a 79th-minute strike by super-sub Leo Stulac after he was teed up by Nedim Bajrami.
The Cote d'Ivoire international played all 90 minutes, but he could not prevent Gasperini’s men from crumbling before their fans.
In another Italian elite division match, Morocco’s Sofyan Amrabat and Ghana’s Alfred Duncan dazzled as Fiorentina overcame Juventus 2-0 inside Stadio Artemio Franchi.
Amrabat’s compatriot Youssef Maleh was not listed for action as Vincenzo Italiano’s men booked their place in the 2022-23 Europa Conference League.
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Wilfried Zaha strike sees Crystal Palace end season on a high note
Wilfried Zaha’s first-half strike earned Crystal Palace a first home win over Manchester United since 1991 and handed his old club one final defeat of a sorry campaign.
The Red Devils, who were watched by new boss Erik Ten Hag in south London, were able to at least avoid the embarrassment of lining up in the Europa Conference League next season due to West Ham losing away to Brighton.
It meant United clinched sixth after this 1-0 defeat but they finished on 58 points – the lowest they have ever accumulated in the Premier League – in a campaign which showed how far they are behind Manchester City and Liverpool, who were involved in a dramatic final day that saw the title again lifted at the Etihad Stadium.
One of Ralf Rangnick’s final acts in charge was to hand Hannibal Mejbri a first league start and there were several other youngsters on the bench at Selhurst Park, including Robbie Savage’s son Charlie.
Patrick Vieira also shuffled his pack and teenager Jesurun Rak-Sakyi was given his full debut for Palace, who had endured a difficult night at Goodison Park on Thursday where they let slip a two-goal lead and saw their manager involved in an altercation with a fan after full time.
It was United who started the better of the two sides with a Bruno Fernandes effort blocked by Conor Gallagher before Edinson Cavani’s scuffed shot was parried away by a wrong-footed Vicente Guaita minutes later.
The visitors knew victory in front of incoming boss Ten Hag would guarantee a place in the Europa League next season and the deadlock should have been broken in the 25th minute when Cavani sent Anthony Elanga away but he dragged wide from inside the penalty area.
Palace were jolted into life after that opportunity with the hosts squandering two openings over their own soon after.
First David De Dea denied Zaha’s left-footed strike before Jeffrey Schlupp fired straight at the Spanish goalkeeper following a superb Odsonne Edouard flick.
The opener did arrive with eight minutes of the first half left and it was ex-United man Zaha who provided it but only after a big helping hand from Fernandes.
Fernandes kicked Alex Telles’ throw back towards his own goal and Zaha latched onto the loose ball, created space away from Diogo Dalot and Victor Lindelof before he rifled into the bottom corner for his 15th goal of the season.
United improved after the break and it was former Monaco attacker Mejbri who did his utmost to get the visitors back on level terms.
Fine defending by Joel Ward denied the teenager after he had raced into the area before his curling shot was tipped over by Guaita.
It was somewhat of a surprise to see Rangnick withdraw Mejbri just past the hour mark and by this point it could have been 2-0 had Conor Gallagher – on the final appearance of his season-long loan – angled his shot inside the post from 20 yards.
More Under-23s were thrown on by Rangnick with Shola Shoretire and Alejandro Garnacho introduced but the latter could not get on the end of Fernandes’ cross late on.
The final chance fell to Scott McTominay in stoppage time but he blazed wide to highlight the size of the task for Ten Hag, who officially starts on Monday while Palace conclude an excellent first season under Vieira in 12th.
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LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) — Based on the barrage of television ads and mailers leading up to Tuesday’s primary election in Arkansas, it’s obvious who the most influential Republicans in the state are.
Tom Cotton’s making the case for fellow Sen. John Boozman, talking up his conservative bona fides while the two-term senator fends off challenges from the right. Donald Trump’s image appears in ads for Boozman and for Sarah Sanders, who served as the former president’s White House press secretary and is now running for governor. Sanders, whose endorsement is almost as sought after as Trump’s, is helping make the closing argument for Boozman in a TV ad.
But conspicuously missing from the ads and the campaign trail is the state’s top elected Republican, Gov. Asa Hutchinson, who is entering the final stretch of his term with strong approval ratings and a raised national profile. Hutchinson’s advisers say that’s because he’s concentrating on helping more Republicans nationally as he looks to the future — which might include a White House bid.
But it’s also a sign of just how much the party that Hutchinson spent decades building here has shifted farther to the right and how much the state’s politics have become nationalized. In competitive primaries where Republicans are trying to out-Trump each other, even a longtime GOP figure in the state like Hutchinson doesn’t provide as much of a bump, especially if he’s not known for being very hard-edged.
“There are other, flashier wagons for them to hitch their horses to,” Janine Parry, a political science professor at the University of Arkansas, said.
And Hutchinson — who tweets Bible verses every Sunday morning and is often flanked by charts and graphs at news conferences — is anything but flashy.
Sanders, who’s widely favored to win the Republican nomination, has been endorsed by Hutchinson but rarely mentions the governor. When asked how she’d govern differently from Hutchinson, Sanders says she’d rather focus on her own approach.
“I’m very much my own person. I don’t like to compare myself to anybody,” Sanders, whose dad served as governor for 10 years, said. “I constantly get asked, ‘will you be more like your dad?’ or ‘will you be like Trump?’ I’m going to be Sarah Sanders.”
Sanders has avoided publicly criticizing Hutchinson, even when her former boss labeled the outgoing governor a “RINO” — Republican in Name Only — for his decision to veto an anti-transgender law. Sanders said she would have signed the measure, which bans gender confirming treatments for transgender youth. She’s running on a promise to phase out the state’s personal income tax following a series of cuts Hutchinson has championed over the years. When Hutchinson endorsed Sanders in November, she praised his work on cutting taxes.
Sanders faces a long-shot challenge in the primary from Doc Washburn, a former talk radio host and podcaster who points to Hutchinson’s endorsement as a disqualifying factor for Sanders. Five Democrats are seeking the party’s nomination for the office, with nuclear engineer and ordained minister Chris Jones the frontrunner.
Sanders has pitched in to help the soft-spoken Boozman adopt a more aggressive tone in tune with the scorched-earth political climate.
‘”I know John Boozman as a champion of President Trump’s America First agenda,” Sanders says in a TV ad for the senator.
A super PAC supporting one challenger, former NFL player Jake Bequette, has been running ads questioning Boozman’s conservative credentials. Boozman’s other challengers include conservative activist Jan Morgan and pastor Heath Loftis. Three Democrats — Natalie James, Jack Foster and Dan Whitfield — are seeking the party’s nomination for Boozman’s seat.
Hutchinson, who declined to be interviewed for this story, has endorsed several legislative candidates in Arkansas and given money through his political action committee but advisers say his focus has been more on the national stage. Hutchinson has been donating to candidates elsewhere.
“It’s just a little bit of a shift in focus on the political front as he looks to the future and says, ‘how do I help candidates across the country?’” Jon Gilmore, chief political strategist for Hutchinson, said.
Hutchinson has raised his profile as chairman of the National Governors Association and has become a frequent guest on Sunday talk shows, often splitting with Trump and warning Republicans to look ahead rather than fixating on the 2020 election. He’s said his decision on a 2024 presidential bid won’t be affected by whether Trump joins the race.
What’s important, he says, is that Republican candidates “run on the future and problem-solving,” Hutchinson said Sunday on CNN’s “State of the Union.” Asked about Trump-backed candidates like Doug Mastriano, who won the Republican nomination for governor in Pennsylvania and has spread election conspiracy theories that the 2020 election was stolen, Hutchinson says “I hope he does” win, but also notes, “let’s see how the campaign progresses.”
“If you spend your time dealing with the past and election results of the last year, you’re not going to be in good position,” he said.
Hutchinson has also battled with the right flank of his party, pushing back against Republicans opposing rape and incest exceptions in abortion bans and against those who would bar businesses from requiring COVID-19 vaccinations.
Hutchinson’s distancing from Trump has given him a broader appeal among independents and some Democrats that’s helped keep his approval numbers strong, political observers say. Sanders has arrived at similar numbers with a much more polarizing approach.
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MONTMELÓ, Spain (AP) — Nothing was going right for Max Verstappen at the Spanish Grand Prix: the wind had blown his car off course, his Red Bull was struggling, and top rival Charles Leclerc seemed headed for a sure victory.
His fortunes turned when Leclerc lost power and his Ferrari suddenly sputtered to a near stop.
Then Verstappen's own Red Bull team intervened by ordering Sergio Pérez to get out of Verstappen's way. The reigning Formula One champion went from from minimizing damage Sunday to winning the race and reclaiming the points lead.
“Not an easy start to the race, but we turned it around,” Verstappen said after his fourth win of the season, third consecutive.
Then the Dutchman thanked Pérez, who might have won himself but settled for second when Red Bull issued team orders.
“He is a great teammate,” Verstappen said.
Pérez took over the lead after Leclerc, who started from the pole and led the first 27 laps, lost power. But with 17 laps remaining, Red Bull told him to get out of Verstappen's way.
“It’s unfair but OK,” said Pérez, who was denied the ability to race for his third career F1 victory.
The stakes were too high for Red Bull and Verstappen, who trailed Leclerc by 19 points ahead of the race but now holds a six-point advantage in defense of his first world championship. Pérez, who registered the fastest lap in Sunday's race, is third in the standings and 19 points behind Leclerc.
“I am happy for the team, but we need to speak later,” Pérez told his team by radio after the 1-2 Red Bull finish.
Leclerc, meanwhile, had a terrific start and easily cleared Verstappen and controlled the race until Lap 27.
“No! No! No! What happened?” he screamed on his radio.
Once out of his Ferrari, he said it was an engine failure.
“I lost engine power and had to stop,” Leclerc said. “I don't know what the problem is yet, but it hurts.”
It closed a terrible day for Ferrari, which started first and third but Carlos Sainz Jr. was gobbled up at the start and dropped to sixth before the first turn. Seeking a victory in his home grand prix, Sainz later was blown off course by the wind in the same spot as Verstappen but ultimately rallied to finish fourth.
Sainz was beaten by George Russell, who finished third for his second podium of the season with Mercedes. Russell also had an impressive battles with Perez and Verstappen and held the champion up as Verstappen tried to recover from his own spin.
Mercedes had won the race the past five consecutive years with Lewis Hamilton, and the seven-time champion finished fifth on Sunday. He'd fallen to the back of the grid on the opening lap because of contact with Kevin Magnussen at the start and Hamilton had to stop for new tires.
Mercedes has struggled through the first six races of the F1 season as its new 2022 car is still a work in progress. Russell, in his first season with Mercedes, has finished higher than Hamilton in five of the six races.
“It was a very pleasing weekend with lots of positive signs, even though I’m not yet ecstatic,” said Mercedes head Toto Wolff. “With Lewis we had probably the fastest race car of all. George put up a spectacular defense to Max, the way he positioned the car was spot-on, the kind of racing we love to see, and he managed the car well at the end to bring home another podium.
“We unlocked the potential of the car by tweaking things on the stops and so today was the most valuable race for us to compare the two cars. Our understanding took a big step forward and there’s definitely more to come.”
The circuit is notoriously difficult with limited passing zone and the pole-sitter has won 23 of 32 times on the 4.6-kilometer (2.8-mile) Barcelona-Catalunya circuit. If not for Leclerc's power failure, Verstappen probably wouldn't have had a chance.
Valtteri Bottas finished sixth for Alfa Romeo, Esteban Ocon was seventh in his Alpine and Lando Norris was eighth for McLaren, despite being seen vomiting just before the start of the race.
Norris said after he's suffering from tonsillitis, and combined with the heat, it was “one of the hardest races I've ever done.”
“I was feeling really unwell before the race,” Norris said. “I’ve been a bit on the backfoot this weekend as most of my energy has been spent fighting off this illness. I’ve had to miss a lot of engineering sessions, which has compromised my weekend, and I definitely wasn’t as prepared for the Grand Prix as I could have been.”
Local favorite Fernando Alonso, who has struggled all season, recovered nicely from a last-place start after Alpine changed his car’s engine. He finished ninth ahead of Yuki Tsunoda in his Alphatauri.
“From last to the points, I can’t ask for anything more,” Alonso said.
Next up: Leclerc's home race in Monaco.
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With the advent of globalization, changing lifestyles, and demands for specific goods, opportunities abound in the transportation and logistics industry. But selecting the most profitable business ideas can be quite challenging. That’s why this article details some of the most profitable transportation and logistics business ideas for skilled Africans. These recommendations are based on insightful analysis from reliable sources like Entrepreneur, Profitable Venture, Fast Capital, etc.
8 most profitable transportation and logistics business ideas for Africans
The transportation and logistics business involves the inward and outward flow of goods from manufacturers to the final consumer. The process is very vital to the development of any country.
Air Cargo Transportation
According to The Nation, the air cargo transportation industry represents 35% of world trade by value at over $6 trillion. Air cargo is time-saving, effective, and favored for sending shipments from one country to another, and Africans can benefit.
So whether you're in South Africa, Nigeria, Kenya, Ghana, Ethiopia, or Mauritius, starting an air cargo transportation business is lucrative. Remember that the industry is capital-intensive, so getting prior knowledge is necessary. Consider becoming an understudy to experts online or get some form of apprenticeship to get started with a proper understanding of the business nature.
Trucking Business
According to Fast Capital 360, starting a trucking business is lucrative for short and long-term investors. It is one of the most profitable transportation and logistics businesses to start with moderate capital. Trucks can deliver different products from manufacturer to wholesaler and to retails in any country.
Consider selecting based on interests while shed delivery, car hauling, home improvement equipment, and livestock haulage are a few trucking business niches. Furthermore, Africans can dabble in diesel, gasoline, and agricultural equipment trucking business for rewarding opportunities.
Courier Service on-Demand
According to Small Businessify, offering courier services is a profitable business idea with rewarding opportunities. With eCommerce becoming increasingly popular, door-to-door delivery of goods and services becomes essential, making courier service necessary. The idea is to satisfy any customer's need to buy an item and get it delivered to a preferred location at a fee.
Consider putting a pricing structure and parcel tracking options before commencing this business. Beginners should consider offering grocery, pizza, laundry, medical, beverage, and eCommerce courier services to generate high revenue.
Shipping Services
According to Profitable Venture, shipping services are among the best transportation and logistics business ideas that ensure a steady income. While shipping services are integral to transporting goods from manufacturers to consumers, Africans can earn a decent income without national barriers.
If you have experience and expertise in importing and exporting goods, consider this lucrative business idea. However, the business idea requires passion, dedication, effort, and practical strategies for successful results.
Car Shuttle Service
According to Make in Business, a car shuttle service is a lucrative transport business idea if you start with an effective plan. This sector offers endless money-making opportunities, and Africans that can make different professional shifts can generate revenue.
This idea is a specialized business plan providing demanded or scheduled transport services to clients. Starting a car shuttle business requires purchasing or leasing vehicles, insurance, licenses, and renting office premises, and Africans can benefit. Besides, you can run a sole trader business or partner with a trust, company, or even a partnership.
Car Detailing Service
According to Mobile Tech, car detailing involves cleaning, restoring, and adding finishing touches to any vehicle's interior and exterior. You can earn a high income in this industry if you add finishing touches, including vacuuming, polishing, and waxing to vehicles.
While this business is profitable, it requires a clear plan for successful results. Consider determining your target market, start-up, ongoing cost, and how much you'll charge customers, and research before starting this business. Besides, this idea can quickly become your most preferred transportation and logistics business.
Travel Agency
According to Business News Daily, starting a travel agency is a quick way to make money in the transportation and logistics industry. With the increasing numbers of travelers globally, Africans can generate revenue in the industry with a travel agency.
Travelers have specialties, so consider selecting a niche and earn from vacations and trips. Many Africans have the resources to start a travel agency, but you don't have to do it alone. Africans can start the business through a franchise for quick accreditation and minimized budget.
Truck Driving School
According to Entrepreneur, starting a driving school is an excellent business with high-profit potential and rewarding opportunities. By starting a driving school, Africans can benefit from the increasing numbers of trucking businesses and drivers.
While the business requires accreditation and significant capital investment, Africans can benefit from teaching customers truck driving. Consider getting licenses and essential equipment for a smooth operation and leverage the internet and social media platforms for advertisement.
Conclusion
Africans can earn high income by providing air cargo transportation services, trucking business, and courier on-demand services. You can make money starting a car shuttle and detailing service and even a travel agency without national barriers. Africans can benefit from these profitable transportation and logistics business ideas with money-making opportunities. Now you know the most beneficial transportation and logistics business ideas for Africans, consider extensively researching each point before selection.
*The views expressed in this article are the views of a contributor at Business Insider Africa. It does not represent the views of the organisation Business Insider Africa.
About the author
Olayinka Sodiq is a qualified writer with technical, analytical and copywriting experience gained from 5 years of both in-house and freelancing gigs. He is versed in finance, investments, technology, blockchain, mergers & acquisitions, bankruptcy, etc.
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Pepe assists, Iwobi penalised as Arsenal smash Everton in Premier League finale
Ivory Coast international Nicolas Pepe came off the bench to set up a goal as Arsenal roared to a convincing 5-1 Premier League victory against Everton at the Emirates Stadium on Sunday.
It was Gabriel Martinelli who put the Gunners ahead from the penalty spot in the 27th minute after Nigeria international Alex Iwobi was adjudged to have handled the ball in the box after a VAR check.
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Ghana prospect Eddie Nketiah doubled their advantage with a close-range header in the 31st minute before Donny van de Beek brought the Toffees back into the game in the 45th minute to make the score 2-1 at the half-time break.
Arsenal defender Cedric Soares then made it 3-1 in the 56th minute before another defender Gabriel Magalhaes grabbed the fourth and Martin Odegaard wrapped up the emphatic win with a brilliant finish in the 82nd minute.
Arsenal were all over Everton from the first whistle and a mistake by Iwobi, who has enjoyed a good season under Frank Lampard, helped them to take the lead. The 26-year-old Super Eagle put his body on the line to try and block a shot from Martinelli, but the ball hit his hand.
The incident forced the referee to go to the screen at the side of the pitch to check Iwobi’s block for handball and he pointed to the spot. Up stepped Martinelli, who made no mistake as he went for the bottom-left corner past Asmir Begovic.
Nketiah then found himself on the right spot in the six-yard box to glance home a header from Odegaard’s corner and make it 2-0 but Van de Beek tapped home for Everon after Iwobi and Dominic Calvert-Lewin had combined from the middle of play to set him up.
The Gunners regained their two-goal advantage as Cedric found the net with a great strike and it was 4-1 after Gabriel received a cross from Cedric to blast his effort through Begovic.
Pepe was then introduced for Bukayo Saka in the 78th minute and the Ivorian, who has struggled for play-time under Arteta, provided the assist for the fifth goal. Pepe controlled the ball from the right-wing before setting up Odegaard, who opened up space for a shot and beat Begovic with an effort into the bottom-left corner.
The last time Pepe had featured in the league for Arsenal was on May 16 against Newcastle United, a match that he played 17 minutes in during a 2-0 defeat. In total, he has netted one Premier League goal this term, and chipped in with two assists.
In last season's Premier League, Pepe appeared in 29 games for Arsenal, scored 10 goals, and provided one assist. Prior to linking up with Arsenal in August 2019, Pepe made 74 league appearances in total at Lille, scoring 35 goals and providing 15 assists. | https://www.goal.com/en-om/news/pepe-assist-iwobi-penalised-arsenal-smash-everton-premier-league-/blt980554852e9a338b | 2022-05-22T18:31:48Z | https://www.goal.com/en-om/news/pepe-assist-iwobi-penalised-arsenal-smash-everton-premier-league-/blt980554852e9a338b | true | 10 |
A Rajya Sabha rebalance must go with Lok Sabha expansion
5 min read . Updated: 22 May 2022, 09:54 PM ISTIndia’s federal interests demand that our less populous states get an equal voice in the Upper House
India’s federal interests demand that our less populous states get an equal voice in the Upper House
My previous column on how India’s enlightened adoption of linguistic pluralism has allowed it to escape the fate of its subcontinental neighbours was published, coincidentally, the day angry mobs stormed the Sri Lankan prime minister’s official residence, forcing him to resign and seek refuge in a military facility. The triggers of the island’s crisis might be recent, but the roots go back to 1956 and its failure to construct an equitable republic for its two main ethnic groups. I’m underlining this again because the basic structure of the state can propel a society’s growth, development and satisfaction, or their opposite. In political organizations, as with much else, design matters.
Linguistic pluralism is the first of the three major design elements responsible for Independent India’s unity, development and dynamism. The second is our federal structure.
When I was a high school student, our civics curriculum taught us that India is “federal in structure but unitary in spirit". Contemporary public discourse celebrates “cooperative federalism" as a positive model of governance.
Indian federalism differs from American or European federalism in that pre-existing states did not come together and constitute a federation. It is also true that the unitary spirit of the Indian republic is a deliberate act of nationalism. Yet Indian federalism is still federalism. Rejecting charges of centralism, Ambedkar explained that “The States, under our Constitution, are in no way dependent upon the Centre for their legislative or executive authority. The Centre and the States are co-equal in this matter."
The Constitution strikes a balance between popular will, exercised by the Lok Sabha, and the interests of states through the Rajya Sabha. This is modelled more on the US Senate than on the British House of Lords. Our Upper House doesn’t represent the interests of hereditary lords and theocrats, but as its name suggests, it is a chamber where states negotiate their interests. The Lok Sabha can be constituted on the basis of population, but the Rajya Sabha’s capacity to stand up for the states’ interests was to remain unchanged. Even if the Rajya Sabha makes for an unequal federation—Upper House seats are also allocated on the basis of population—to the extent that it functions as the voice of states, it serves a federal purpose.
Like the Tamil adage on garlands in the hands of monkeys, we have allowed popular fashions and political exigencies to undermine the federal structure. If we had stuck to the design, then delimitation exercises would not have raised the deep anxieties, fears and grievances as they have since Indira Gandhi’s times. States in the south and the east are concerned about the prospect of the more populous north gaining Lok Sabha seats.
The fact that delimitation has been postponed twice since the 1970s suggests there are deep misgivings among states over their status and power within the federal structure. These qualms are re-emerging now that delimitation is in the offing. That is why it is crucial to take an enlightened national approach to the matter, not partisan or parochial ones.
The Lok Sabha must be expanded and constituted on the basis of population: We can devise an optimum formula for this, but our Constitutional principle demands that population be the basis. If this means highly populated northern states get more seats, then that has to be accepted. However, this is only half the story. The principle also demands that the standing of states not get diminished relative to each other, or to the Union.
For this, we must first correct a grave mistake made by the Parliament and Supreme Court. The 2003 amendment to the Representation of People’s Act that did away with domicile requirements for Rajya Sabha candidates and the 2006 apex court verdict in Kuldip Nayar vs Union of India that upheld it have undermined the federal balance. As much as I respect Manmohan Singh’s intellectual and political credentials, I cannot accept that he was in any position to advocate the interests of Assam, which he represented in the Rajya Sabha. The Upper House has become an instrument in the hands of party leaders, like the Lok Sabha after the anti-defection law. Parliament has been reduced to a mere numbers game, with special effects.
Students have to prove they have lived in a state for seven years before they can get admission to professional courses under the state quota. A citizen must provide proof of residence to register as a voter in the local and state elections. Many states have domicile requirements for government jobs and welfare entitlements. Yet, the Rajya Sabha now does not. We thus have people who cannot vote in or stand for a local election in a state representing it in the Rajya Sabha. Domicile requirements must be brought back.
The Upper House must also be reformed in line with Ambedkar’s vision of equality among states. In the US, tiny Rhode Island and giant California both have the same number of representatives in the federal Senate. Here, Manipur has a single Rajya Sabha member, who does not even have to be from the state, while Uttar Pradesh has 31. Design has consequences. Perhaps the Supreme Court was right to opine that the Rajya Sabha is not akin to the US Senate, but in the interests of national unity, we should make it so. Let all states have the same number of seats in the Rajya Sabha.
Nitin Pai is co-founder and director of The Takshashila Institution, an independent centre for research and education in public policy | https://www.livemint.com/opinion/columns/a-rajya-sabha-rebalance-must-go-with-lok-sabha-expansion-11653236445049.html | 2022-05-22T18:31:51Z | https://www.livemint.com/opinion/columns/a-rajya-sabha-rebalance-must-go-with-lok-sabha-expansion-11653236445049.html | true | 2 |
ITV In For A Penny fans are demanding a change to proceedings - as they call for LONGER episodes. The Stephen Mulhern favourite returned on Saturday night.
Debbie wrote: "I need #inforapenny to be on longer." Elliott said: "Why is #Inforapenny not on for longer?! The best Saturday night tv programme on right now!!."
"Once again, #InForAPenny needs to be an extra 15 minutes longer," Jack wrote. All said: "Please give @StephenMulhern longer then 30 minutes on TV every week, he is actually hilarious #InforAPenny."
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In For A Penny returned for its fourth series earlier this spring. As part of each episode, Stephen Mulhern is back travelling the country with his unique brand of games, challenging unsuspecting members of the public for a chance to win anything from the price of their petrol, to a thousand pounds in the final game.
This week Stephen was in Great Yarmouth. “Seriously has to be the funniest thing on TV on a Saturday, bloody love you, I’m crying with laughter," a fan wrote on social media. Another agreed, writing: "You smashed tonight’s show. I laughed away to myself, the rest of the family looked at me like I was a lunatic but I can deal with that.”
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Former commissoner of Information and Culture, Major Gen Ibrahim Haruna (rtd), has bemoaned the prevailing insecurity challenges in the northern part of the country regretting that failed leadership systems have discouraged youths in the region from assuming leadership responsibility.
He blamed the combination of failures of past military and civilian regimes in Nigeria as reasons for the prevailing security challenges in the north and travails bedevilling Nigeria as a whole.
Fondly called IBM Haruna, the civil war general painted a grim picture of the north, saying that “the hopelessness is challenging and calls for objective and patriotic leadership and a change of mind.”
Haruna spoke with reporters weekend in Ilorin, Kwara state capital on the sidelines of golf tournament organised by friends and associates to commemorate the retirement of Appeal Court Judge, Justice Mudasiru Oniyangi.
“Nigeria has not had true military rule neither has it had true democracy. A combination of both military and civilian misrule has brought the country to where we are currently are. If democracy had succeeded, we would not have banditry and insurgency in the north. We would not have unknown gunmen in the east. We will not have public officers conniving to steal N80 billion.
“What we are judging today is the failures and successes combined of previous administrations, but our fear today is that we should not topple the good we have earned and replace it with the one that we don’t know that is coming,” he said.
On the situation in the north, the retried general added that “we have created the insecurity we are facing in the north. Based on the fact that we have not succeeded in creating those values that will inspire our growing population of poor and disadvantaged people.
“The hopelessness is challenging and calls for objective and patriotic leadership and a change of mind. We should work for a system we can trust. A system that will be managmed by people we can trust; a system that will enable us to trust one another because a better and United country starts with the people.
“Our children in the north don’t seem to ambitious. It is disappointing because 60 years ago or thereabouts we had leaders who had ambition; leaders who wanted to free us through nationalism, from colonialism. But succeeding that we did not seem to have pursued some positive policies that will get us together as having common objectives and values.”
Photo caption: Major General IBM (retd) fielding questions from Reporters at the Ilorin Golf Club Sarurday. | https://www.blueprint.ng/insecurity-our-children-no-longer-ambitious-ibm-haruna/ | 2022-05-22T18:41:23Z | https://www.blueprint.ng/insecurity-our-children-no-longer-ambitious-ibm-haruna/ | true | 1 |
WHO chief: The COVID pandemic is ‘most certainly not over’
BERLIN (AP) — The COVID-19 pandemic is “most certainly not over,” the head of the World Health Organization warned Sunday, despite a decline in reported cases since the peak of the omicron wave. He told governments that “we lower our guard at our peril.”
The U.N. health agency’s director-general, Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, told officials gathered in Geneva for opening of the WHO’s annual meeting that “declining testing and sequencing means we are blinding ourselves to the evolution of the virus.” He also noted that almost 1 billion people in lower-income countries still haven’t been vaccinated.
In a weekly report Thursday on the global situation, WHO said the number of new COVID-19 cases appears to have stabilized after weeks of decline since late March, while the overall number of weekly deaths dropped.
While there has been progress, with 60% of the world’s population vaccinated, “it’s not over anywhere until it’s over everywhere,” Tedros said.
“Reported cases are increasing in almost 70 countries in all regions, and this in a world in which testing rates have plummeted,” he added.
Reported deaths are rising in Africa, the continent with the lowest vaccination coverage, he said, and only 57 countries — almost all of them wealthy — have vaccinated 70% of their people.
While the world’s vaccine supply has improved, there is “insufficient political commitment to roll out vaccines” in some countries, gaps in “operational or financial capacity” in others, he said.
“In all, we see vaccine hesitancy driven by misinformation and disinformation,” Tedros said. “The pandemic will not magically disappear, but we can end it.”
Tedros is expected to be appointed for a second five-year term this week at the World Health Assembly, the annual meeting of the WHO’s member countries.
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Stern John appointed St Lucia men's football coach
Former Trinidad and Tobago striker Stern John has been appointed head coach of the St Lucia men’s team.
The announcement was made by the St Lucia Football Association on Sunday.
John’s first order of business will be preparing the team for its opening Concacaf Nations League encounter away to Dominica on June 9 and at home to Anguilla on June 12.
In a statement issued by the St Lucia Football Association, John expressed pleasure with his new appointment and thanked its president Lyndon Cooper and his team for entrusting him in this new role.
John, TT’s leading goal scorer (70 goals in 115 appearances), said, “A new journey begins this month and I believe that with the right mind-set and with a proper, calculated approach with the necessary support, we can put St Lucia back on the football map in our region.
“History shows that this island has produced some quality players in the past who have played professional football in Europe in countries such as England and Portugal.
“This is evidence that there are talented and capable players in St Lucia’s football. It’s just to get that belief again among the players and people of St Lucia again.
“The president and the FA have a clear vision of what they want to achieve and the direction they want to take the football. I will give it my all to try and bring some level of respect and stability to the national team and hopefully some smiles to the people of St Lucia again.”
John represented TT at their lone FIFA World Cup appearance in 2006. He also served as the head coach of the Anguilla men’s team and is a former TT senior team assistant coach. He was also the head coach of the TT Under-17 men’s team in 2019.
At club level, John won the TT Pro League title with Central FC in 2017 and then led the club to winners’ row in group B of the Concacaf Caribbean Club Championship group stage, helping the team to advance to the finals, where they placed fourth.
In 2016, as assistant coach, he helped guide Central FC to the Caribbean Football Union Club Championship title. He is currently 18th on the list of leading goal-scorers in international football.
John played in the English Premiership for Birmingham City, winning the club’s leading goal-scorer award in 2003. He also had stints at Nottingham Forest, Sunderland, Crystal Palace, Derby County, Coventry City, Southampton and Bristol Rovers. He won an English Championship Division winners medal with Sunderland in 2007.
The ex-TT striker won the American Major League Soccer (MLS) top scorer award in 1998, with 26 goals for Columbus Crew in 1998, also earning selection on the MLS All Star team that year. | https://newsday.co.tt/2022/05/22/stern-john-appointed-st-lucia-mens-football-coach/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=stern-john-appointed-st-lucia-mens-football-coach | 2022-05-22T18:45:23Z | https://newsday.co.tt/2022/05/22/stern-john-appointed-st-lucia-mens-football-coach/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=stern-john-appointed-st-lucia-mens-football-coach | true | 1 |
Pastor stabbed and set on fire by man she was trying to help, police say
ATLANTA, Ga. (CBS46/Gray News) - A Georgia pastor is dead after being stabbed and burned by a man she was trying to help, according to police.
The DeKalb County Police Department said 27-year-old Christopher Griggs stabbed 57-year-old Rev. Marita Harrell in his Atlanta home on Wednesday before abandoning her body on the side of a road.
Griggs stabbed Harrell with a large kitchen knife and set her on fire, according to warrants. Homicide detectives arrested Griggs on May 19 and charged him with murder and arson, WGCL reports.
Harrell was a senior pastor at Connections @ Metropolitan church. She moved to Atlanta over 30 years ago and was a member of Central United Methodist Church for over 25 years before she accepted God’s call on her life, according to the church’s website.
“At a spiritual level you’re asking ‘God, Why? What? Why her? She was doing your work,’” Vincente Scott, a close family friend, said.
Scott met Harrell in 1992. She was a Sunday school teacher at the time but worked her way up the ranks in the United Methodist Church. He said faith was everything to Harrell and that it was in her nature to want to help people.
“If you knew her, she was offering advice, offering encouragement,” he said. “The world has missed a great contributor to the civilizing process. If anything else, Marita was about improving individuals and improving society.”
Bishop Sue Haupert-Johnson of the North Georgia Conference of The United Methodist Church issued the following statement:
“I am broken-hearted since being informed of the death of Rev. Marita Harrell. It is a blow to our clergy family, especially since it appears she died at the hand of one she was helping. Marita was a friend and a shining light among us. I pray for her family, her church, and all who loved her. I am grateful that the Lord she represented so well was with her in all things and accompanied her to her eternal home. May His Spirit comfort those of us who remain.”
DKCPD confirmed that Harrell was “mentoring” Griggs at the time of her death. He’s currently being held at the DeKalb County Jail without bond.
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DALLAS (AP) — The NBA fined the Dallas Mavericks for a third time in the playoffs on Sunday because of violations of rules regarding their bench.
The fine has doubled each time, with the latest at $100,000 after Game 2 of the Western Conference finals at Golden State on Friday. Game 3 in Dallas was scheduled for Sunday night. None of the fines was from games in Dallas.
Several Mavericks players have stood for most or all of the games during the playoffs, including home games. The fines have been for players and coaches standing for extended periods, straying too far from the bench and encroaching on the court during game action.
Both of the first two fines were from the West semifinals against Phoenix, after Games 2 and 7 in Arizona. The first fine was $25,000, the second $50,000 after a 33-point Dallas victory in the deciding game.
During the Warriors' 126-117 victory in Game 2, Stephen Curry threw a pass out of bounds with no teammate in the area. The pass was in the vicinity of Dallas' Theo Pinson, who was wearing a white shirt while standing and waving. Golden State was wearing its home white uniforms.
“He’s got his arms up, calling for the ball,” Warriors coach Steve Kerr said after shootaround Sunday. “That’s too much.”
Kerr added that Curry's turnover was the only time he was upset with the Dallas bench during Game 2.
“In fact, I love their bench,” Kerr said. “They’ve got great chemistry, great energy. They’ve had a phenomenal season, and part of it is because they’re so connected.”
Pinson signed a 10-day contract with the Mavericks during a COVID-19 outbreak early in the season. He ended up getting a two-year deal and has been leading cheers from the bench as his playing time dwindled. Pinson has been inactive in the playoffs.
Tim Hardaway Jr. also has gotten into the spirit of cheering from the bench. He's been out since January with a broken left foot and isn't expected to return during the playoffs.
They aren't the only two who have been standing for long stretches, and the Mavericks may not be ready to change their approach with the bench, if Hardaway's reaction on Twitter to the latest fine is any indication.
In another incident from Game 2, Davis Bertans of the Mavericks got tangled up with Damion Lee after making a 3-pointer in front of the Dallas bench. The contact led to several Golden State players approaching the bench, but there were no confrontations. Bertans and Lee were assessed technical fouls.
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RIVERSIDE, Ala. (WIAT) — A suicide and multiple homicide cases are being investigated Sunday by the St. Clair County Sheriff’s Office.
Authorities were dispatched to a home on Depot Street in Riverside around 9:47 a.m. They found a suicidal man armed with a handgun when they arrived. The man shot himself soon after.
While securing the scene, police discovered three dead women. All had gunshot wounds.
The identities of the victims have not yet been released.
Stay with CBS 42 as this is a developing story. | https://www.wjtv.com/news/regional-news/3-found-dead-after-man-shoots-self-in-riverside/ | 2022-05-22T18:57:12Z | https://www.wjtv.com/news/regional-news/3-found-dead-after-man-shoots-self-in-riverside/ | true | null |
Beginnings Care for Life offering limited quantities of baby formula
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A man posted cat feaces through through his neighbours' letter box and scratched an expletive into their car after their cats allegedly killed his birds.
Izaak Bradbury's campaign of harassment was so bad the couple ended up installing CCTV costing £1,100 to catch him in the act and changed their route home so they wouldn't have to pass by the 29-year-old's property, a court heard.
They also said they lost three of their cats "in mysterious circumstances".
Magistrates at North Staffordshire Justice Centre were told Bradbury's behaviour started last June, in the quiet Staffordshire Moorlands village where he and his victims live.
Prosecutor Angela Trafford said: "During the summer of 2021, both victims started to have problems with the defendant. He was accusing their cats of killing his birds.
"The defendant attended their home address and was very aggressive towards the female injured party. His comments caused her such distress that she called the police.
"He said things like he would break her neck like her cat had done to his birds. She said she tried to reason with him but couldn't, so shut the door."
Following this incident, the male victim found an offensive word scratched on his car and cat faeces was posted through their letter box.
Ms Trafford said: "This behaviour culminated in the victims having to install CCTV at a cost of £1,100. The police spoke to Mr Bradbury and the victims hoped the CCTV would cease his behaviour. Unfortunately, it did not."
In a statement read in court, the female victim said: "The ongoing harassment my husband and I have had to endure has had a financial and emotional impact.
"On several occasions, he has verbally abused us and forced cat faeces through the cat flap. An established willow tree has been killed. We have lost three cats in very mysterious circumstances.
"I now lock and chain the door while I am at home alone. We come home a different way to avoid passing his home."
Bradbury, from Wetton, pleaded guilty to two charges of harassment covering a six-month period.
The court heard he had previously received a community order for assault occasioning actual bodily harm, which was still in place when some of the harassment happened.
"In December, when it had snowed, he walked outside their address and wrote 'Pervs' in the snow with his foot.
"Two days later, he threw cat faeces towards their vehicles and greenhouse. A few days later, he could be seen throwing cat faeces at their car."
Paige Morgan, mitigating, said Bradbury had acted 'on impulse'. "Mr Bradbury had 24 birds, 10 of which he lost due to his neighbours' cats. He was very upset and angry about this. These were impulsive actions.
"He was going through a difficult period at the time due to Covid and his grandfather, who has since passed away, was unwell. There have been no further incidents in recent months and he has kept well away from the victims in this case."
Magistrates said, due to the nature and seriousness of the offences, they wanted a report about Bradbury from the Probation Service to help them decide how to sentence him.
The case was adjourned to allow this and Bradbury will learn his fate on June 7.
Ms Trafford applied for a restraining order to be made to prevent Bradbury having any contact with the victims, which will be considered at the next hearing.
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DENVER — Multiple Denver-area police departments were busy over the weekend investigating at least five separate shootings that left five people wounded and one person dead.
The shootings occurred Saturday and Sunday and took place in Denver, Aurora and Westminster.
The fatal shooting happened in Aurora early Saturday morning around 3:30 a.m. A man was killed, and a juvenile was wounded in a shooting during a party in a home in the 2900 block of South Peoria Street. No arrests were made.
Around the same time, police in Denver responded to a shooting in their jurisdiction. The victim was shot in the 1700 block of South Bannock Street and transported by private vehicle to the hospital. Their condition is not known and suspect information was not available.
Later Saturday afternoon, Westminster police responded to a report of a shooting in the 7900 block of Sheridan Boulevard. Two people were arrested and no victims were located, police said.
Back in Aurora, police received a call about a shooting at 2220 South Peoria Street. A man was shot and sustained serious injuries around 11:30 p.m. Saturday, police said. No suspect information was released.
Early Sunday morning in Denver, police were investigating a double shooting in the 1000 block of North Acoma Street. Two men were shot and wounded in this incident. Their conditions are not known. No arrests were made.
Anyone with information is asked to call Metro Denver Crime Stoppers at 720-913-7867. Tipsters can remain anonymous and could earn up to $2,000. | https://www.thedenverchannel.com/news/crime/6-shot-1-dead-in-5-separate-weekend-shootings-in-denver-area | 2022-05-22T19:10:00Z | https://www.thedenverchannel.com/news/crime/6-shot-1-dead-in-5-separate-weekend-shootings-in-denver-area | false | 2 |
ALBANY, N.Y. (AP) — New York health officials are investigating a potential case of monkeypox after a patient tested positive for the family of viruses associated with the rare illness, state health officials announced late Friday.
The unidentified patient is isolating and treating the case as positive while awaiting confirmation by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
New York City public health officials said earlier they were investigating two potential cases of monkeypox, a virus rarely seen outside of Africa that can cause flu-like symptoms.
Testing ruled out one case, the state Health Department said.
“The other was positive for orthopoxvirus and had an illness consistent with monkeypox,” the department said.
City epidemiologists have begun reaching people who may have been in contact with the person.
The possible infection in New York comes as the World Health Organization has identified about 80 cases globally, and roughly 50 more suspected cases. Health officials in Massachusetts confirmed its first case of monkeypox on May 18.
The virus originates in primates and other wild animals, and causes fever, body aches, chills and fatigue in most patients. People with severe cases can develop rash and lesions on the face, hands and other parts of the body. | https://www.abc27.com/news/us-world/science/new-york-city-resident-tests-positive-for-monkeypox-virus/ | 2022-05-22T19:12:48Z | https://www.abc27.com/news/us-world/science/new-york-city-resident-tests-positive-for-monkeypox-virus/ | true | 21 |
Higher excess deaths during the Omicron period have been found when compared to the Delta period in Massachusetts as per a study at the Brigham and Women's Hospital.
The COVID-19 pandemic has led to excess deaths a higher number of fatalities than would be expected over a given period.
New study compares excess deaths during the pandemic period when the Delta variant dominated (June 28, 2021-December 5, 2021), during the transition from Delta to the Omicron variant (December 6-26, 2021), and when Omicron dominated (December 27, 2021-February 20, 2022) in Massachusetts.
"In terms of excess death, we found that Omicron was actually much worse for Massachusetts than Delta," said Faust. "Others have reported that the Omicron variant may cause milder COVID-19. Assuming that's the case, what we're seeing here may reflect just how much more infectious Omicron has been. This could mean that highly contagious variants, even if they cause relatively milder illness, can still lead to substantial excess mortality, even in a highly vaccinated population."
Source: Newswise | https://www.medindia.net/news/omicron-results-in-higher-death-rates-207235-1.htm | 2022-05-22T19:14:55Z | https://www.medindia.net/news/omicron-results-in-higher-death-rates-207235-1.htm | true | 2 |
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (AP) _ The winning numbers in Sunday afternoon's drawing of the Missouri Lottery's "Pick 4 Midday" game were:
2-4-2-7
(two, four, two, seven)
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (AP) _ The winning numbers in Sunday afternoon's drawing of the Missouri Lottery's "Pick 4 Midday" game were:
2-4-2-7
(two, four, two, seven) | https://www.trumbulltimes.com/lottery/article/Winning-numbers-drawn-in-Pick-4-Midday-game-17190694.php | 2022-05-22T19:16:53Z | https://www.trumbulltimes.com/lottery/article/Winning-numbers-drawn-in-Pick-4-Midday-game-17190694.php | true | null |
Diasporia News of Sunday, 22 May 2022
Source: SVTV Africa
Mauritius-based Ghanaian Michael has countered a man who claimed to make GH¢8,000 monthly on SVTV Africa’s Daily Hustle Worldwide.
After watching the interview, Micheal decided to make things clear on the same platform indicating that Nana Kwame’s statement was false. Michael hopes this will enlighten Ghanaians who may be thinking of traveling to Mauritius to work.
According to him, the minimum wage for construction workers without permits is GH¢170 daily and not GH¢270, as Kwame claims. Moreover, it is tough to find a job with a security company without a residence permit.
“Most foreign nationals without permits work in construction and security jobs. The females also work in hotels, but it is tough without a working visa because the hotel will be in trouble with immigration.
With security jobs, you can’t work in security companies without a permit. It will be private, and it doesn’t pay as much,” he told DJ Nyaami.
He added that immigration does not convert a tourist visa into a working visa after 90 days. Speaking in Kwame’s interview, he stated that his statements were false.
“You need to tell them the reality. Someone may be suffering here, but you create the impression that there is money here. Laborers make GHs170 daily, and they work six days, so how can you make GH¢8,000 monthly.” | https://www.ghanaweb.com/GhanaHomePage/NewsArchive/You-can-t-work-as-a-security-guard-without-a-residence-permit-in-Mauritius-Man-counters-claim-1543985 | 2022-05-22T19:20:31Z | https://www.ghanaweb.com/GhanaHomePage/NewsArchive/You-can-t-work-as-a-security-guard-without-a-residence-permit-in-Mauritius-Man-counters-claim-1543985 | true | 4 |
Manchester United (NYSE:MANU – Get Rating) is one of 34 publicly-traded companies in the “Amusement & recreation services” industry, but how does it contrast to its competitors? We will compare Manchester United to similar businesses based on the strength of its valuation, earnings, analyst recommendations, institutional ownership, dividends, risk and profitability.
Institutional & Insider Ownership
34.0% of shares of all “Amusement & recreation services” companies are held by institutional investors. 29.4% of shares of all “Amusement & recreation services” companies are held by insiders. Strong institutional ownership is an indication that endowments, hedge funds and large money managers believe a stock is poised for long-term growth.
This table compares Manchester United and its competitors’ net margins, return on equity and return on assets.
Analyst Recommendations
This is a summary of recent ratings and price targets for Manchester United and its competitors, as provided by MarketBeat.com.
Manchester United currently has a consensus target price of $18.00, indicating a potential upside of 37.83%. As a group, “Amusement & recreation services” companies have a potential upside of 67.94%. Given Manchester United’s competitors higher possible upside, analysts clearly believe Manchester United has less favorable growth aspects than its competitors.
Risk & Volatility
Manchester United has a beta of 0.71, suggesting that its stock price is 29% less volatile than the S&P 500. Comparatively, Manchester United’s competitors have a beta of -0.49, suggesting that their average stock price is 149% less volatile than the S&P 500.
Dividends
Manchester United pays an annual dividend of $0.18 per share and has a dividend yield of 1.4%. Manchester United pays out -14.9% of its earnings in the form of a dividend. As a group, “Amusement & recreation services” companies pay a dividend yield of 1.9% and pay out -573.3% of their earnings in the form of a dividend. Manchester United lags its competitors as a dividend stock, given its lower dividend yield and higher payout ratio.
Valuation and Earnings
This table compares Manchester United and its competitors top-line revenue, earnings per share (EPS) and valuation.
Manchester United’s competitors have higher revenue and earnings than Manchester United. Manchester United is trading at a lower price-to-earnings ratio than its competitors, indicating that it is currently more affordable than other companies in its industry.
Summary
Manchester United competitors beat Manchester United on 10 of the 15 factors compared.
Manchester United Company Profile (Get Rating)
Manchester United plc, together with its subsidiaries, owns and operates a professional sports team in the United Kingdom. The company operates Manchester United Football Club, a professional football club. It develops marketing and sponsorship relationships with international and regional companies to leverage its brand. The company also markets and sells sports apparel, training and leisure wear, and other clothing featuring the Manchester United brand; and sells other licensed products, such as coffee mugs and bed spreads featuring the Manchester United brand and trademarks, as well as distributes these products through Manchester United branded retail centers and e-commerce platforms, and through the company's partners' wholesale distribution channels. In addition, it distributes live football content directly, as well as through commercial partners; broadcasts television rights relating to the Premier League, Union of European Football Associations club competitions, and other competitions; and delivers Manchester United programming through MUTV television channel to territories worldwide. Further, the company offers a direct to consumer subscription mobile application; and operates Old Trafford, a sports venue with 74,239 seats, as well as invests in properties. Manchester United plc was founded in 1878 and is based in Manchester, the United Kingdom.
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DAKAR, Senegal (AP) — German Chancellor Olaf Scholz began a three-nation trip to Africa on Sunday, a visit that is expected to include talks with African leaders about the geopolitical consequences of the war in Ukraine.
Scholz is making stops in Senegal and South Africa as part of his first visit to the continent since becoming chancellor nearly six months ago.
Both countries have been invited to attend the G-7 summit in Germany at the end of June. Participants there will try to find a common position toward Russia, which was kicked out of the then-Group of Eight following its 2014 seizure of Crimea from Ukraine.
Leaders at the G-7 summit also will be addressing the threat of climate change. Several G-7 countries, including Germany and the United States, signed a ‘just energy transition partnership’ with South Africa last year to help the country wean itself off heavily polluting coal.
A similar agreement is in the works with Senegal, where Germany has supported the construction of a solar farm. Berlin is also interested in getting access to a large gas field currently being explored in the country.
German officials also said Scholz will make a stop in Niger, a country that like its neighbors has long been battling Islamic extremists.
Earlier this month, the German government backed a plan to move hundreds of its soldiers to Niger from neighboring Mali. The development comes amid a deepening political crisis in Mali that prompted former colonial power France to announce it was withdrawing its troops after nine years of helping Mali battle insurgents.
Germany officials say their decision also was motivated by concerns that Malian forces receiving EU training could cooperate with Russian mercenaries now operating in the country.
Germany, though, will increase its participation in a U.N. peacekeeping mission in Mali, providing up to 1,400 soldiers. The Cabinet’s decisions still need to be approved by parliament.
Niger is also a major transit hub for illegal migration to Europe. People from across West Africa connect with smugglers there to make the journey northward to attempt the dangerous trip across the Mediterranean Sea.
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Which Avengers Funko POP! is best?
The Avengers are some of comics’ most beloved protectors of Earth. The mighty heroes from around the galaxy have had their stories told on the page and screen. There are plenty of characters for fans to embrace and plenty of ways to do so; perhaps no collectible toys are more popular than those of Funko POP!
The eye-catching Funko POP! Artist Series Infinity Saga set honoring the original six Avengers is the best pick. With so many heroes and a range of source material, it’s important to know what’s available and how to find what you want so you can show off your favorite Avengers.
What to know before you buy an Avengers Funko POP!
What are Funko POP! toys?
In 2010, Funko debuted its first set of toys, inspired by bobblehead figurines. Initially, Funko’s 3.75-inch vinyl figurines were cute collectibles made for comic fans of all ages. Popularity exploded and Funko POP! toys began to draw inspiration from all genres of film and TV, even creating figurines of famous athletes, leaders and cultural icons. However, comics continue to be a big focal point for these inexpensive and detailed toys.
Inspiration
There is a lot of source material from which to draw inspiration for Avengers Funko. Most options are from the Marvel Cinematic Universe, which comprises more than two dozen films and counting. Many Funko vinyls may be made for each film, with characters in different costumes and poses, recreating memorable moments. Any given film may inspire 10 or more toys. Many characters have appeared in multiple films. There are more than 50 Iron Man toys alone.
In addition, some options are inspired by comic-book looks and stories.
Retailers
Funko sells vinyl toys directly from its website, but it also partners with many different retailers. In most cases, however, specific toys are exclusive to one specific partner, which means fans may have to do some work to find the one they desire.
Additionally, some Avenger Funko toys are for specific events and may sell a limited supply there. These options may be harder to find or more expensive, depending on their popularity.
What to look for in a quality Avengers Funko POP!
Collections
While most Funko POP! toys are solitary figurines that can be enjoyed and displayed by themselves, a few sets feature multiple options meant to be collected in their entirety. There are three specific Avengers series, all of which feature the original six superheroes from the films. One set is a nested collection depicting a victory scene at the end of “The Avengers,” with six toys that nest together. Another celebrates their heroic poses in the same film, while a new set draws inspiration from the powerful Infinity Stones.
Finishes
Some Funko toys boast unique finishes, with characters coated in gold, metallic chrome or any number of shiny colors. There are options with a neon finish as well as those that glow in the dark. Sepia, patina and even black-and-white finishes are also available.
Combos
Most Funko toys are sold by themselves, but some come in packs with two, three, four or five. These typically feature characters that are related in some way or starred together in the same film. In addition, Funko has a series of Movie Moments, in which two characters recreate an iconic scene from a notable movie.
How much you can expect to spend on Avengers Funko POP!
Most Avengers Funko POP! toys cost around $10-$15, but combo packs and rarer items may cost more.
Avengers Funko POP! FAQ
Who are the Avengers?
A. The Avengers are a group of superheroes in Marvel Comics, telling stories for over 80 years. While various films have been adapted over the years, the Marvel Cinematic Universe, which began with “Iron Man” in 2008, has brought these characters into the mainstream amid an ever-growing roster of films and TV series.
In the film series, the original Avengers are Iron Man, Thor, Captain America, Hulk, Hawkeye and Black Widow. While the original group is different in the comics, pretty much every Marvel hero becomes an official or unofficial part of the group at one point or another. In the films, this includes Spider-Man, Vision, Scarlet Witch, Falcon and many others.
When will new Avengers Funko POP! toys come out?
A. With so many Marvel shows and films in the works, fans can expect a fairly steady stream of new toys. There are plenty of new options already released in 2021, with four Marvel TV shows, including “What if…?” and a pair of films inspiring new toys. Typically, Funko will sell new toys a month or two ahead of a film or show’s debut, although manufacturers may save some until after most fans can view the content in case a figurine constitutes a spoiler.
What’s the best Avengers Funko POP! to buy?
Top Avengers Funko POP!
Artist Series: Marvel Infinity Saga
What you need to know: This beautiful series for dedicated fans depicts the original six Avengers, each with its own colorful, shimmering finish.
What you’ll love: Each Avenger comes coated in a different glimmering color inspired by the six Infinity Stones, including Black Widow in red and Thor in purple. One stand connects all the figurines for an impressive display.
What you should consider: This line is fairly expensive.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Top Avengers Funko POP! for the money
Marvel: Avengers Infinity War – Thor
What you need to know: Inspired by one of the most memorable scenes in the MCU, this vinyl depicts a determined Thor, wielding Stormbreaker and ready to take on Thanos.
What you’ll love: It features the iconic look of Thor from “Avengers: Infinity War” as he descends on the Wakanda battlefield with his giant axe. It comes at a low price.
What you should consider: This is not the traditional Thor look.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Worth checking out
Marvel: Avengers Assemble Series – Hawkeye Avengers
What you need to know: Part of a series, this Hawkeye figurine shows off his heroic battle pose inspired by the third act in “The Avengers.”
What you’ll love: This series features all original six Avengers directly inspired by an unforgettable scene in the first group MCU film. Pieces can be nested together for a completely circular display.
What you should consider: There is a high investment to obtain all six.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
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WFO BINGHAMTON Warnings, Watches and Advisories for Sunday, May 22, 2022
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SPECIAL WEATHER STATEMENT
Special Weather Statement
National Weather Service Binghamton NY
240 PM EDT Sun May 22 2022
...A strong thunderstorm will impact portions of Chemung,
southwestern Tioga and north central Bradford Counties through 315 PM
EDT...
At 240 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
Lowman, or near Elmira, moving east at 35 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and half inch hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor damage to outdoor objects is
possible.
Locations impacted include...
Chemung, Elmira, Southport, Barton, Horseheads, Sayre, Waverly,
Elmira Heights, Erin and Litchfield.
This includes the following highway exits...
Interstate 86/Route 17 near 52A, and between 54 and 61.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until 900 PM EDT for
central New York...and northeastern Pennsylvania.
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TIME...MOT...LOC 1840Z 254DEG 32KT 4205 7675
MAX HAIL SIZE...0.50 IN
MAX WIND GUST...40 MPH
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Omaha Streetcar Authority Leaves The Barn
At the Omaha-Douglas Civic Center, the Omaha Streetcar Authority, created through an interlocal agreement between the City of Omaha and "Metro" transit, makes...
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2 Chicago teens carjacked man at Carol Stream strip mall, led police on chase going nearly 140 mph
CAROL STREAM, Ill. - Two Chicago teens have been charged with carjacking a man at gunpoint at a Carol Stream strip mall Friday.
The juveniles, 16 and 17, have been charged with one count of aggravated vehicular hijacking with a firearm, one count of armed robbery with a firearm, two counts of aggravated possession of a stolen motor vehicle and one count of aggravated fleeing or attempting to elude a police officer.
At about 6:59 p.m. Friday, Carol Stream officers responded to a call of a stolen vehicle at a strip mall located at 238 West Army Trail Road.
The victim reported that he was standing outside his car, a 2019 Dodge Challenger Hellcat, when two suspects wearing dark masks approached him.
As they approached the victim, one of the offenders allegedly pulled out a black handgun and pushed the barrel of the gun into the victim's side.
At this time, the other offender reached into the victim's pocked and attempted to get keys to the vehicle.
The victim then removed the keys from his pocket and gave them to one of the suspects.
The juveniles allegedly got into the victim's vehicle and drove away.
Responding officers located the victim's vehicle on Army Trail Road, and attempted to stop the vehicle, but the driver of the vehicle fled at a high rate of speed, prosecutors said.
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The vehicle then fled southbound on I-355 at speeds of about 140 mph.
A short time later, prosecutors said the vehicle was located on the shoulder along the southbound lanes of I-355 just north of Butterfield Road.
The two juveniles were taken into custody in a crowded park in Lombard a short time later, prosecutors said.
A black handgun and the key fob to the victim's vehicle were recovered at the park.
"The allegations against these two juveniles are outrageous," said DuPage County State’s Attorney Robert Berlin. "Not only did these two juveniles allegedly hijack a man’s car at gunpoint, they proceeded to lead the police on a high-speed chase at speeds nearing 140 mph, then abandoned the car and fled on foot in a crowded park while armed with a deadly weapon. This type of violent behavior and complete and utter disregard for public safety will most certainly not be tolerated in DuPage County and will be met with the full force of the law. Thankfully, no one was injured or worse, killed, by the alleged actions of the accused."
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NEW YORK, May 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --
WHY: , N.Y., May 22, 2022. Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, reminds purchasers of the securities of Stronghold Digital Mining, Inc. (NASDAQ: SDIG) pursuant and/or traceable to the registration statement and prospectus (collectively, the "Registration Statement") issued in connection with the Company's October 2021 initial public offering ("IPO") of the important June 13, 2022 lead plaintiff deadline.
SO WHAT: If you purchased Stronghold Digital Mining securities pursuant and/or traceable to the Registration Statement you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out of pocket fees or costs through a contingency fee arrangement.
WHAT TO DO NEXT: To join the Stronghold Digital Mining class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=5313 or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email pkim@rosenlegal.com or cases@rosenlegal.com for information on the class action. A class action lawsuit has already been filed. If you wish to serve as lead plaintiff, you must move the Court no later than June 13, 2022. A lead plaintiff is a representative party acting on behalf of other class members in directing the litigation.
WHY ROSEN LAW: We encourage investors to select qualified counsel with a track record of success in leadership roles. Often, firms issuing notices do not have comparable experience, resources or any meaningful peer recognition. Many of these firms do not actually handle securities class actions, but are merely middlemen that refer clients or partner with law firms that actually litigate the cases. Be wise in selecting counsel. The Rosen Law Firm represents investors throughout the globe, concentrating its practice in securities class actions and shareholder derivative litigation. Rosen Law Firm has achieved the largest ever securities class action settlement against a Chinese Company. Rosen Law Firm was Ranked No. 1 by ISS Securities Class Action Services for number of securities class action settlements in 2017. The firm has been ranked in the top 4 each year since 2013 and has recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for investors. In 2019 alone the firm secured over $438 million for investors. In 2020, founding partner Laurence Rosen was named by law360 as a Titan of Plaintiffs' Bar. Many of the firm's attorneys have been recognized by Lawdragon and Super Lawyers.
DETAILS OF THE CASE: According to the lawsuit, the IPO Registration Statement was materially false and misleading and omitted to state: (1) contracted suppliers, including MinerVa, were reasonably likely to miss anticipated delivery quantities and deadlines; (2) due to strong demand and pre-sold supply of mining equipment in the industry, Stronghold Digital Mining would experience difficulties obtaining miners outside of confirmed purchase orders; (3) as a result of the foregoing, there was a significant risk that Stronghold Digital Mining could not expand its mining capacity as expected; (4) as a result, Stronghold Digital Mining would likely experience significant losses; and (5) as a result, defendants' statements about Stronghold Digital Mining's business, operations, and prospects were materially false and misleading and/or lacked reasonable basis at all relevant times. When the true details entered the market, the lawsuit claims that investors suffered damages.
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SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (AP) _ The winning numbers in Sunday afternoon's drawing of the "Pick Four-Midday" game were:
7-8-2-4, Fireball: 4
(seven, eight, two, four; Fireball: four)
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (AP) _ The winning numbers in Sunday afternoon's drawing of the "Pick Four-Midday" game were:
7-8-2-4, Fireball: 4
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Pair your favorite ravioli with our signature spaghetti and meatballs and meat sauce.
Spaghetti
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Traditional Italian pastas topped with our slow-cooked house meat sauce.
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MANCHESTER, England (AP) — Aston Villa goalkeeper Robin Olsen was attacked during a field invasion by Manchester City fans celebrating winning the Premier League title on Sunday.
The incident happened as Olsen tried to leave the Etihad Stadium pitch which became covered in thousands of City fans. Aston Villa manager Steven Gerrard had no news of Olsen’s condition in the news conference after Villa’s 3-2 loss on the final day of the season.
City said it was opening an investigation and would issue an indefinite stadium ban to the fan responsible.
“Manchester City would like to sincerely apologize to Aston Villa goalkeeper Robin Olsen, who was assaulted after the final whistle at today’s match when fans entered the pitch,” the club said in a statement.
The English Football Association said on Friday it was “very concerned” about a series of pitch invasions that have marred the end of the season.
Crystal Palace manager Patrick Vieira was involved in an altercation with a fan at Everton on Friday, kicking out after being taunted. The FA said it was reviewing its regulations “to help stamp this behavior out.”
A Nottingham Forest fan was sentenced to 24 weeks in jail for entering the field and assaulting Sheffield United captain Billy Sharp at the end of a playoff game on Tuesday in the second-tier Championship.
A field invader at Northampton shoved a Mansfield player on Wednesday, and a night later Swindon manager Ben Garner said some of his players were subjected to physical and verbal abuse at the end of their match at Port Vale. Both games were in the fourth division.
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Livforsakringsbolaget Skandia Omsesidigt reduced its position in shares of Biogen Inc. (NASDAQ:BIIB – Get Rating) by 4.1% in the fourth quarter, according to the company in its most recent 13F filing with the SEC. The institutional investor owned 21,087 shares of the biotechnology company’s stock after selling 900 shares during the quarter. Livforsakringsbolaget Skandia Omsesidigt’s holdings in Biogen were worth $5,059,000 as of its most recent SEC filing.
A number of other hedge funds and other institutional investors have also recently modified their holdings of the business. UBS Asset Management Americas Inc. boosted its stake in Biogen by 9.4% during the 3rd quarter. UBS Asset Management Americas Inc. now owns 1,244,986 shares of the biotechnology company’s stock valued at $352,319,000 after purchasing an additional 106,513 shares in the last quarter. Dimensional Fund Advisors LP boosted its stake in Biogen by 5.5% during the 4th quarter. Dimensional Fund Advisors LP now owns 1,192,250 shares of the biotechnology company’s stock valued at $286,043,000 after purchasing an additional 62,060 shares in the last quarter. Invesco Ltd. boosted its stake in shares of Biogen by 14.2% during the 4th quarter. Invesco Ltd. now owns 1,131,063 shares of the biotechnology company’s stock worth $271,365,000 after acquiring an additional 140,484 shares in the last quarter. Renaissance Technologies LLC boosted its stake in shares of Biogen by 9.4% during the 4th quarter. Renaissance Technologies LLC now owns 1,073,807 shares of the biotechnology company’s stock worth $257,628,000 after acquiring an additional 92,100 shares in the last quarter. Finally, Van ECK Associates Corp boosted its stake in shares of Biogen by 24.8% during the 4th quarter. Van ECK Associates Corp now owns 798,929 shares of the biotechnology company’s stock worth $191,679,000 after acquiring an additional 158,854 shares in the last quarter. 83.92% of the stock is owned by hedge funds and other institutional investors.
BIIB traded up $6.56 on Friday, hitting $199.65. The company had a trading volume of 972,301 shares, compared to its average volume of 1,239,549. The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.56, a current ratio of 2.01 and a quick ratio of 1.70. The stock has a market cap of $29.24 billion, a price-to-earnings ratio of 20.44, a price-to-earnings-growth ratio of 1.20 and a beta of 0.42. Biogen Inc. has a 1-year low of $187.16 and a 1-year high of $468.55. The company’s fifty day moving average price is $207.05 and its 200 day moving average price is $223.04.
Several equities research analysts have recently weighed in on the company. Canaccord Genuity Group reduced their price objective on Biogen from $335.00 to $305.00 and set a “buy” rating for the company in a research note on Monday, February 7th. StockNews.com lowered Biogen from a “strong-buy” rating to a “buy” rating in a research note on Tuesday, May 10th. Royal Bank of Canada raised Biogen from a “sector perform” rating to an “outperform” rating and raised their price objective for the stock from $227.00 to $248.00 in a research note on Thursday, March 3rd. Cowen reduced their price objective on Biogen from $375.00 to $285.00 and set an “outperform” rating for the company in a research note on Friday, February 4th. Finally, Wedbush restated a “neutral” rating on shares of Biogen in a report on Thursday, April 28th. Seventeen analysts have rated the stock with a hold rating and eighteen have issued a buy rating to the company’s stock. Based on data from MarketBeat, Biogen has an average rating of “Buy” and a consensus target price of $284.47.
About Biogen (Get Rating)
Biogen Inc discovers, develops, manufactures, and delivers therapies for treating neurological and neurodegenerative diseases. The company offers TECFIDERA, VUMERITY, AVONEX, PLEGRIDY, TYSABRI, and FAMPYRA for multiple sclerosis (MS); SPINRAZA for spinal muscular atrophy; and FUMADERM to treat plaque psoriasis.
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Paytm payments bank expects RBI curbs to be lifted in 3-5 months
New Delhi: Digital payments firm Paytm expects that the issue of RBI ban on its subsidiary Paytm Payments Bank to onboard new customers would be resolved in 3-5 months after the clearance by the banking regulator to the processes being put in place.
Paytm group chief financial officer Madhur Deora said on Sunday that the RBI has not given any fixed timeline for the process and the clearance to onboard new customers by Paytm Payments Bank will be given as soon as it is certified.
"3-5 months is the expectation from now (to get RBI clearance). RBI doesn't say we will finish it in x number of months. There is a process and as soon as they are satisfied, they will give us go ahead for customer acquisition again. Just to be clear, Paytm's customer acquisition does not stop as a result," Deora said.
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) in March had barred Paytm Payments Bank from onboarding new customers, citing material supervisory concerns observed at the bank.
The regulator has also directed the bank to appoint an information technology (IT) audit firm to conduct a comprehensive system audit of its IT system.
"All existing customers are not impacted. New users can use UPI, Paytm Postpaid and all the services. What they cannot do is open a brand new relationship with Paytm Payments Bank which is a very small percentage of our business in terms of new users," Deora said.
He said that the company's business is growing and is on the path to achieving operating breakeven (i.e EBITDA before ESOP cost) by September 2023.
Deora said that ESOP (employee stock ownership plan) does not have any cost impact on the company but it is a provision that is being made. Paytm managing director Vijay Shekhar Sharma in April said that shares of Paytm declined significantly in recent times due to volatile market conditions for high growth stocks and his stock grants will be vested to him only when Paytm's market cap has crossed the IPO level on a sustained basis.
Paytm has started making provisions for about 2.1 crore shares, to be spread over several quarters, which was one of the main factors that led to the widening of loss for the company in March 2022. The company on Saturday reported a widening of its consolidated loss to Rs 761.4 crore for the quarter ended March 2022.
The company had posted a loss of Rs 441.8 crore in the same period a year ago. The losses, however, narrowed on a sequential basis. Its consolidated loss stood at Rs 778.4 crore in the quarter ended December 2021.
The revenue from operations of One97 Communications (OCL), however, jumped by about 89 per cent to Rs 1,540.9 crore during the quarter from Rs 815.3 crore in the year-ago period.
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Storm Prediction Ctr, Norman, OK Warnings, Watches and Advisories for Sunday, May 22, 2022
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Liam Hendriks has stated previously that he didn’t get along with Josh Donaldson when they were teammates in Toronto.
The current White Sox closer lit into the Yankees third baseman Sunday over Donaldson referring to Chicago shortstop Tim Anderson as “Jackie” during Saturday’s game at the Stadium.
Donaldson said he was making a joke about Anderson dubbing himself “today’s Jackie Robinson” in a 2019 Sports Illustrated story, but Anderson took offense to the jab and Chicago manager Tony La Russa called it a “racist” comment.
“Completely inappropriate,” Hendriks said about Donaldson’s words. “And then after hearing what was said after the game, usually you have inside jokes with people you get along with, not people that don’t get along at all. So that statement right there was complete bulls–t.”
Hendriks, who was a teammate of Donaldson’s with the Blue Jays in 2015, said players on other teams have had similar experiences with him when they shared a clubhouse.
“My feelings towards the individual in question are pretty well-documented, the fact that we don’t get along,” Hendriks said. “And the fact that I have now spoken to I think it’s four separate clubhouses that he’s been into? And as a whole, none of them have gotten along [with Donaldson]. So him trying to whip out that narrative is complete and utter bulls–t…I don’t understand how he ever thought about it like that. It’s just straight delusional.”
Referring to Anderson, Hendricks added that the White Sox “have TA’s back in everything,” as evidenced by the benches clearing after Chicago catcher Yasmani Grandal jawed with Donaldson later in Saturday’s game.
“I’m really happy with Yaz’s decision to confront him at the plate,” Hendriks said. “That shows just how strong this clubhouse is, that shows the brotherhood in this clubhouse that we have going on.”
Yankees manager Aaron Boone said Sunday that Donaldson met with him and some Yankees teammates about the matter before Sunday’s doubleheader, but Hendriks revealed that some of the White Sox reached out to Donaldson’s teammates, too.
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LYNCHBURG, Va. (AP) — A federal judge has issued an emergency order imposing a series of restrictions on a Virginia dog-breeding facility after regulators said the site was responsible for the deaths of hundreds of beagle puppies.
The restraining order issued Saturday comes after federal officials accused the Envigo RMS facility in Cumberland County of a series of animal-welfare violations in a complaint filed Thursday. Officials seized nearly 150 beagles from the site.
Envigo, headquartered in Indianapolis, breeds beagles for medical research at the Cumberland facility. It has housed up to 5,000 beagles in the last year.
U.S. District Judge Norman Moon said the evidence from federal inspections shows more than 300 beagle puppies have died there over the last seven months of unknown causes. He also said in his order that nursing beagles were denied adequate food, and puppies were euthanized without anesthesia.
The company issued a statement Saturday denying the allegations and saying “animal welfare is a core value of our company.”
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Man City apologizes for ‘assault’ on Aston Villa GK Olsen
Manchester City issued an apology for what the club described as an assault on Aston Villa goalkeeper Robin Olsen during a field invasion by City fans celebrating winning the Premier League title on Sunday.
The incident happened as Olsen tried to leave the field at Etihad Stadium as it became covered in thousands of City fans after the fulltime whistle of the 3-2 win over Villa.
Footage on British broadcaster Sky Sports showed Olsen covering his head as supporters swarmed around him as he was being escorted off the playing surface by a steward.
The Sweden goalkeeper then appeared to engage in a verbal confrontation with a fan before being clipped by the arm of another celebrating supporter. Bowing his head, Olsen was eventually helped off the field by a second official.
Aston Villa manager Steven Gerrard had no news of Olsen’s condition in the news conference after the game on the final day of the season.
City said it was opening an investigation and would issue an indefinite stadium ban to the fan responsible.
“Manchester City would like to sincerely apologize to Aston Villa goalkeeper Robin Olsen, who was assaulted after the final whistle at today’s match when fans entered the pitch,” the club said in a statement.
The English Football Association said on Friday it was “very concerned” about a series of pitch invasions that have marred the end of the season.
Crystal Palace manager Patrick Vieira was involved in an altercation with a fan at Everton on Friday, kicking out after being taunted. The FA said it was reviewing its regulations “to help stamp this behavior out.”
A Nottingham Forest fan was sentenced to 24 weeks in jail for entering the field and assaulting Sheffield United captain Billy Sharp at the end of a playoff game on Tuesday in the second-tier Championship.
A field invader at Northampton shoved a Mansfield player on Wednesday, and a night later Swindon manager Ben Garner said some of his players were subjected to physical and verbal abuse at the end of their match at Port Vale. Both games were in the fourth division.
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Which twin bed sheet is best?
Whether it’s your child’s first grownup bed or your college student’s home away from home, outfitting a twin bed with great sheets is crucial. The right sheets can make or break a bed, as they’re able to make it feel cozy and homey or lonely and cold.
A twin bed sheet set consistently mentioned as a top performing option is the Mellanni Brushed Microfiber Bedding.
What to know before you buy a twin bed sheet
One of the most important things to understand when buying a twin bed sheet set is how the material will affect the feel of the sheets. There are several materials to choose from, all of which have pros and cons.
Cotton
The most commonly used material is cotton. It’s durable and breathable, providing a soft base for your twin bed sheets. Because it’s easy to launder and affordable, cotton bed sheets are an accessible material for anyone. Within this category, there are a few cotton subtypes you’ll see advertised.
- Egyptian cotton has long been the favorite type of cotton for bed sheets. It’s ultra-soft and is usually an indicator of high-quality sheets. Egyptian cotton is mostly grown in dry, warm climates like North Africa. Once it’s been processed, it presents with extra-long fibers that create soft, smooth, luxurious fabric.
- Pima cotton has started to carve out a place in the market. It has a reputation for being soft, but with a slight sheen. Mostly grown in the southwest United States, this cotton provides medium to extra-long fibers, creating an expectation of a soft, comfortable fabric. If you see a sheet set labelled as Supima, you are getting Pima cotton sheets. This is the trademarked name used for materials created with 100% Pima cotton.
- Upland cotton is by far the most commonly grown cotton in the world. Although the fibers it creates aren’t as long as those made by Egyptian cotton, you will see Upland cotton used in a majority of sheets. If a sheet set doesn’t specifically advertise a certain type of cotton, it is likely made using Upland cotton.
- Another trademarked material is MicroCotton. This is an especially fine-cotton thread material originally developed in India. MicroCotton is known for being durable and notably soft because it’s made of long-staple cotton. Along with being super soft, this is an absorbent material, which is great for those who sleep warm.
- If you see a sheet set labelled as cotton jersey, you are getting a fabric made from knit cotton vs. the woven structure of other cotton materials. This material will feel familiar — it’s the same as the material used in many T-shirts.
- Percale cotton is becoming more common thanks to its inherently cool properties. Using a closely-woven cotton fabric with a plain weave, percale cotton has a characteristic cool-to-the-touch texture. If you tend to overheat at night, this would be a good material to consider.
- If you’ve ever purchased low-cost sheets and felt like they were scratchy, it’s likely due to the length of fibers in the material. The shorter the fibers, the more likely they are to stick out and cause irritation. Combed cotton is treated to remove these short fibers, creating a super-smooth fabric. If you have sensitive skin that gets irritated easily, look for combed cotton.
Flannel
A staple cotton fabric is flannel and you will see plenty of flannel twin bed sheet options as you shop around. Flannel is the number one choice if you live in a cold climate or tend to get chilly while you sleep. The material is combed, which fluffs the fibers. This creates a unique texture and sheets that are guaranteed to be soft. It will definitely trap more heat than other fabrics. The quality of flannel is expressed in ounces per yard squared. The higher the ounces per yard squared, the higher-quality the flannel.
Linen
Stepping away from cotton twin bed sheets, we find another common material: linen. Linen twin bed sheets use fibers harvested from the stems of flax plants. Aside from being breathable and durable, linen sheets are naturally hypoallergenic making them a great option for allergy sufferers. The moisture-wicking properties will also help those who tend to sweat during the night stay comfortable. The best part about linen: It tends to get softer and stronger as you use it. However, it will wrinkle more easily, which is an important consideration if you like a perfectly-made bed.
Tencel
If you see that sheets are made of Tencel, you are seeing the brand name for fabric crafted from the wood pulp of Eucalyptus. Tencel sheets will be soft and durable, but most importantly they are naturally antimicrobial. They are also a more eco-friendly option, as the manufacturing process uses less water, energy and chemicals. However, it isn’t as breathable as other materials, especially when compared to cotton.
Acetate
You may see some twin bed sheet sets are made of acetate. This is a material created from the cellulose in wood fibers. Although many love the soft, satin finish of these sheets, the fibers are notoriously weak. If you want high-maintenance sheets, acetate is the material to look for. Anytime you want to clean your acetate sheets, you’ll have to make a trip to the dry cleaner.
Silk
Commonly thought of as the epitome of luxury when it comes to sheets, true silk sheets, produced by silkworms, are soft and cool to the touch. Naturally, these are more expensive and also more delicate. These aren’t a great choice for those who don’t have the time to properly launder and care for them.
Polyester
Next to cotton, polyester twin bed sheets are the most common choices on the market. Polyester is a man-made fiber derived from the same material that goes into plastic bottles. It’s incredibly inexpensive, but tends to be stiff and often scratchy. Rather than a full 100% polyester fiber, most polyester twin bed sheets are actually a polyester-mix, like polyester-cotton.
Like cotton, polyester has several subtypes to be aware of. Microfiber is one of the most common polyester twin bed sheets you’ll see. This is polyester that’s been finely woven, creating a plush-feeling sheet set. While it isn’t as breathable as cotton, it’s resistant to stains, making it a great option for kids’ rooms.
Nylon
Nylon gives you the smooth, satin finish of silk or acetate, but at a much more accessible price point. Along with being more durable than acetate or silk, nylon also resists wrinkles better so your bed looks better. Laundering nylon isn’t as complicated as with acetate or silk, but you do have to be careful with it. It won’t do well in the heat of the dryer, so air dry if possible. After a few washes, you may notice pilling.
Acrylic
Although it isn’t as comfortable as natural fibers, acrylic is another affordable option you will definitely see. It’s a popular choice because it resists wrinkles and has an incredible array of color and design options. To avoid your sheets pilling, follow the laundering instructions exactly.
Bamboo
As a material, bamboo is blazing its way to the top of the list as one of the favorite fabrics for bed sheets. Although labelled bamboo, most bamboo sheets are actually rayon, unless they state specifically the bamboo content. Rayon is created when the bamboo pulp is chemically treated to dissolve and resolidify. At that point, it’s spun into thread. Something to note: This chemical process is harder on the environment, so take that into consideration when buying.
Blended fabric
There is no doubt you will see blended fabrics. Most of these will be cotton blends. The most popular blend, without question, is cotton-polyester. You may also see cotton-bamboo, cotton-rayon and nylon-polyester blends. These combination fabrics are often less expensive but highly durable and wrinkle-resistant. If you’re picking twin bed sheets for a kid’s room, a blend is a great choice.
With an understanding of the material, you are ready to make your decision. As you explore your options, keep these things in mind.
Twin vs. twin XL
A crucial measurement to have is that of your twin bed. There are two types of twin beds: the standard twin bed and the twin XL. Make sure you know which type of twin bed you have or you could end up with sheets that don’t fit.
Thread count
Every sheet set will mention the thread count. This refers to the number of threads both horizontally and vertically per square inch. A general rule of thumb: The higher the thread count, the softer the sheets. A higher thread count also means your sheets will wear well and soften. A good thread count range is 200 to 800 per square inch.
You will see some sheet sets boasting a thread count of over 1,000 per square inch. There is a tipping point at which a higher thread count isn’t always better. For one thing, there are many ways for companies to exaggerate their thread counts. And past a certain point, the benefits will be marginal.
Laundering
Depending on the material you choose for your twin bed sheets, you could be signing up for quite the chore. Some sheet materials are more difficult to clean. Acetate, for example, requires dry cleaning or hand washing. With a recommendation that you wash your sheets on a weekly or bi-weekly basis, a tricky laundering process can quickly get old.
Sleep temperature
Take a moment to assess your sleep temperature. Do you tend to get hot and kick off the covers or do you get the chills and can’t warm up? Are you in an especially warm or cold climate? Do you plan on only using these sheets during a season? All the answers to these questions contribute to the sleep temperature factor that should inform your decision.
For warm sleepers, choose a sheet set with cool, breathable fabric. Some great options are percale cotton, linen, silk and bamboo. If you tend to sleep cold, choose a less breathable, warm fabric. Flannel, tencel and microfiber are ideal.
What to look for in a quality twin bed sheet
Low-pilling fiber
With some fabrics, laundering and use will lead to pilling, or small balls of fibers collecting on the surface. These can negatively impact the aesthetic of your bedroom and irritate your skin. When selecting a twin bed sheet, look for low-pilling fabric to avoid the issue entirely. These also tend to be better quality.
Non-shrinking or pre-shrunk
Choosing a non-shrinking or pre-shrunk sheet set is a good idea, especially when it comes to the fitted sheet. If the material shrinks after the first wash, you could end up with a sheet that constantly slips off the corners and doesn’t fit properly.
Wrinkle-resistant
If you love the look of a crisp, freshly-made bed, you’ll want to find a bed sheet set that is wrinkle-resistant. Certain fabrics are naturally more inclined to wrinkle, while others resist it. Blends like cotton-polymer, acrylic-polymer, nylon-polymer and many of the cotton fabrics are great, wrinkle-resistant options.
Long-staple fibers
Choosing a long-staple fiber material is a good way to ensure you have a soft bed sheet that doesn’t get rough or feel scratchy after some use. Long-staple fiber material means there are no short fibers that can start to come apart. A long-staple combed cotton is your best bet.
Deep-pocket fitted sheet
When it comes to fitted sheets, a deep pocket on the corners is your best bet for making sure it stays put. Having your fitted sheet slip up in the middle of the night, then having to remake your bed when you just want to sleep can be a pain. With a deep-pocket fitted sheet, you’ll be able to avoid that.
Moisture-wicking
If you’re a warm sleeper, moisture-wicking material is definitely a feature to look for. It will keep you less sweaty, your sheets less damp and overall keep you more comfortable. Some fabrics are a better bet for moisture-wicking: linen, acrylic polyester, bamboo and certain cotton blends are a good place to start.
How much you can expect to spend on twin bed sheets
For a decent set of twin bed sheets, the starting range is about $20-$75. In that price range, you’ll find synthetic fibers that typically have a lower thread count. Between $75-$200 you’ll access twin bed sheets made of natural fibers with a higher thread count. Beyond $200, you’ll find the luxury fibers, some organic, and the most quality craftsmanship.
Twin bed sheet FAQ
What thread count is best for twin bed sheets?
A. A good range to keep in mind for a decent set of twin bed sheets is 200 to 600. If you want a softer bed sheet that will last longer, aim for a thread count of 600 to 800. While you can choose bed sheets with thread counts higher than 800, you likely won’t notice much of a difference.
What bed sheet material is best?
A. Choosing a bed sheet based on material largely comes down to personal preference. Each type of material has its pros and cons. If you want the best durability, easiest care and the best feel for the money, look for a cotton bed sheet or a cotton blend.
What are the best twin bed sheets to buy?
Top twin bed sheets
Mellanni Brushed Microfiber Bedding
What you need to know: This set of microfiber bedding appears on almost all of the best-of lists and for good reason.
What you’ll love: The elastic in the fitted sheet runs all the way around, so it’s designed to stay in place. This set wears well and washes easily. Best of all, it has a lifetime money-back guarantee, because the manufacturer is so confident in the quality.
What you should consider: These sheets do feel a little thin, making them more likely to be torn or ripped.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon and Wayfair
Top twin bed sheets for the money
AmazonBasics Lightweight Microfiber Sheet Set
What you need to know: Made of 100% microfiber polymer fabric, this sheet set is an affordable way to enjoy the benefits of microfiber.
What you’ll love: This sheet set will surprise you with its quality. It’s wrinkle-resistant and has a strong elastic on the fitted sheet that runs around the entire edge to keep it in place. Laundering them is easy. Simply throw them in the washer and tumble dry on low.
What you should consider: Some users have complained the sheets aren’t as durable as other brands.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Worth checking out
Sweet Home Collection 1500 Supreme Collection Extra-Soft Twin Sheets Set
What you need to know: This three-piece set might be affordably priced, but that doesn’t mean you sacrifice on quality and features.
What you’ll love: This twin bed sheet set is made using high-quality microfiber and comes in over 40 colors so you can find exactly what you need. They are wrinkle- and fade-resistant, so they’ll look great for a long time. Laundering is as simple as throwing them in the washing machine, then tumbling dry on low.
What you should consider: Because they are microfiber, there’s no true thread count so it’s hard to gauge how soft they are until they’re on your bed.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon, Home Depot and Kohl’s
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MOUND, Minn. (AP) — A 28-year-old woman has been arrested after police found her 6-year-old son's body in the trunk of her bloodied car in a Minneapolis suburb, authorities and family members said.
Orono police said the woman and a man were arrested on suspicion of murder after the boy's body was found Friday following a report of a car with a smashed back window driving on a flat tire. When officers stopped the car in Mound, Minnesota, they noticed blood inside the vehicle.
Police have not yet released details about the boy or the circumstances of the his death. The man and woman had not been formally charged as of Sunday.
Family members said the boy’s father had been trying to win custody at the time of his death. The boy had been placed back with his mother in December after nearly a year in foster care because she failed to properly care for him.
The boy's behavior changed after his mother regained custody and family members said he had been misbehaving in school and showing signs of anxiety.
Nikita Kronberg, who was the boy's foster mother for 11 months, told the Minneapolis Star Tribune that Dakota County social workers “failed this child big-time.” The social worker in charge of the case didn't immediately respond to messages from the newspaper.
The father's fiance told the newspaper that the boy was a patient, happy child who loved playing with Matchbox cars and wanted to become a firefighter. He suffered from a rare genetic disorder that caused kidney disease and hearing problems that required hearing aids. | https://www.thetelegraph.com/news/article/Police-arrest-woman-after-6-year-old-son-is-found-17190731.php | 2022-05-22T19:56:50Z | https://www.thetelegraph.com/news/article/Police-arrest-woman-after-6-year-old-son-is-found-17190731.php | true | 22 |
Aston Villa goalkeeper Olsen ‘attacked’ in Manchester City pitch invasion amid Premier League title celebrations
Aston Villa goalkeeper Robin Olsen was “attacked” amid a pitch invasion by Manchester City supporters as they celebrated winning the Premier League title, Steven Gerrard revealed, with the champions of England vowing to take action.
The Citizens summoned up the spirit of Sergio Aguero from 10 years ago as they battled back from falling two goals down to claim another domestic crown in a thrilling 3-2 victory over the Villans, with fans spilling onto the pitch at the end of an action-packed afternoon.
Once again, following incidents in recent fixtures involving Nottingham Forest and Everton, some of those taking to the field took their celebrations too far, with Swedish keeper Olsen caught up in those invading the Etihad Stadium playing surface.
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What happened to Robin Olsen?
Villans boss Gerrard told reporters afterwards when asked if his players had made it safely off the field: “No is the answer to that. My goalkeeper was attacked and I think those questions should go to Pep and Manchester City. We'll go and check if he's OK now.”
Will Man City ban those involved?
Man City, as they toasted a fourth Premier League crown in the space of five years, were quick to condemn the actions of supporters and have promised to ban those involved from attending a game again.
A statement on the club’s official website read: “Manchester City would like to sincerely apologise to Aston Villa goalkeeper Robin Olsen, who was assaulted after the final whistle at today’s match when fans entered the pitch.
“The club has launched an immediate investigation and once identified, the individual responsible will be issued with an indefinite stadium ban.”
What else happened in Man City pitch invasion?
Villa threatened to spoil City’s big day when Matty Cash and Philippe Coutinho fired them into a 2-0 lead.
Pep Guardiola got more big decisions right though, and saw substitute Ilkay Gundogan net twice either side of an effort from Rodri to see his team over the line.
Supporters could not help themselves from flooding the pitch at the final whistle, with the goal posts broken. It took several minutes for City to get the pitch cleared so that a trophy lift could be completed. | https://www.goal.com/en-au/news/aston-villa-olsen-attacked-man-city-pitch-invasion/blt93856ae203f291d4 | 2022-05-22T20:02:34Z | https://www.goal.com/en-au/news/aston-villa-olsen-attacked-man-city-pitch-invasion/blt93856ae203f291d4 | false | 12 |
Mohali blast: Key accused Nishan sent to 9-day police remand
Mohali : The district police have brought Nishan Singh, one of the key accused in the rocket-propelled grenade (RPG) attack on Punjab police intelligence headquarters Sector 77, Mohali, on production warrant from Faridkot.
A local court in Mohali sent Nishan to nine-day police remand. Nishan received Russian-made rocket-propelled grenade (RPG-22) from Pakistan-based Babbar Khalsa International (BKI) activist Harvinder Singh, alias Rinda, the police investigation has revealed.
A rocket-propelled grenade hit the intelligence headquarters of Punjab Police in Mohali on May 9 night, shattering windowpanes on one of the floors of the building.
Nishan was arrested by the Faridkot police on May 11 in an Arms Act case and is on police remand till May 16.
Police said for the last eight years, he has been ordering arms, ammunition, heroin and counterfeit currency from smugglers based in Pakistan. Nishan is in contact with Pakistan-smugglers and ISI agents through phone. He used to get drugs from Pakistan in return of Indian currency, according to the police probe.
Nisan is the sixth accused to be arrested in the case. Earlier, police had nabbed Jagdeep Singh Kang of Wave Estate in Sector 85, Mohali, Kanwarjit Singh, alias Kanwar Bath, of Gumtala in Amritsar, Baljinder Singh, Rambo, of Patti, Tarn Taran, Baljit Kaur, alias Sukhi, of Kot Khalsa, Amritsar, and Anant Deep Singh, alias Sonu, of Guru Nanak Colony, Amritsar.
A senior Punjab Police official said besides the main executor of the attack Charat Singh, two of his accomplices have been identified as Guddu, a resident of Faizabad, and Deepak of Jhajjar in Haryana. The police are yet to arrest the three.
Police sources said that the interrogation reveals that Pakistan-based terrorist Rinda was the mastermind of RPG-22 attack on police headquarters whereas Canada-based Lakhbir Singh, alias Linda, is the main planner of the attack.
After Nishan received the RPG-22, he handed over it to Charat Singh, Guddu and Deepak. Later, they reached Mohali and were hosted by Jagdeep Singh Kang of Wave Estate in Sector 85. Jagdeep took them around the intelligence headquarters in the morning of the day of the attack, according to the police investigation.
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Punjab sets target to double area under DSR technique
Chandigarh: The Punjab agriculture department has fixed a target to bring 30 lakh acres (12 lakh hectares) of paddy under the direct seeding of rice (DSR) technique during current kharif season, almost double as compared to the previous season. According to an official spokesperson, chief minister Bhagwant Mann, who also holds the portfolio of agriculture, directed the department to make concerted efforts to bring around 30 lakh acres under this technique.
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Ex-AU hostellers foot marriage expenses of hostel employee’s daughter
Former inmates of Tarachand hostel of Allahabad University used social media for generating funds needed for the marriage of the daughter of a hostel employee who with Bheem's meager salary was finding it difficult to meet the expenses. On a visit to the hostel, AU alumnus Ajeet Singh came to know about the plight of Bheem, the hostel employee who had served them during their hostel days.
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Our priority to conduct exams error-free: Professor Karbhari Vishwanath Kale
The new vice-chancellor (V-C) of Savitribai Phule Pune University, Professor Karbhari Vishwanath Kale, took charge on May 18 this year after former V-C, Professor Nitin Karmalkar, retired from the post. Professor Kale spoke to Hindustan Times on various issues including students' issues and most importantly, the forthcoming semester examination. Prof Karbhari, who is currently the vice-chancellor of Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar Technological University, Lonere, Raigad (district), has been given the additional charge of vice-chancellor of SPPU.
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Highway traffic police train 100 personnel to resolve traffic snarls due to oil spills and accidents
Mumbai: In an attempt to find a solution to hours of traffic jam caused by spillage of oil and hazardous materials by overturning of vehicles on highways and expressways, especially during the rainy season, the Maharashtra Highway Traffic police have trained 100 personnel to become the first responders to initiate quick remedial measures for the motorists.
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Chandigarh tricity area logs 23 fresh Covid infections
The tricity on Sunday recorded 23 fresh Covid cases, down slightly from the 25 reported on Saturday. Chandigarh's count saw a minor increase from 10 to 13 in the past 24 hours, while the cases in Mohali and Panchkula dropped from six to four and nine to six respectively. People who tested positive in Chandigarh are residents of Sectors 9, 16, 27, 37, 43, 44, 46 and Mauli Jagran. | https://www.hindustantimes.com/cities/chandigarh-news/mohali-blast-key-accused-nishan-sent-to-9-day-police-remand-101653245711654.html | 2022-05-22T20:02:44Z | https://www.hindustantimes.com/cities/chandigarh-news/mohali-blast-key-accused-nishan-sent-to-9-day-police-remand-101653245711654.html | false | 2 |
The trouble aboard the Pop began Feb. 13.
After sailing almost 1,000 miles across the Caribbean Sea and Gulf of Mexico, from Honduras almost to coastal Louisiana, the ship’s voyage came to a halt when it guzzled its last gallon of fuel, leaving it adrift about 80 miles from Grand Isle and its crew and 24 passengers stranded at sea. They’d need to be resupplied if the Pop were to make it to its intended destination, CoCo Marina in Cocodrie, from where the passengers were to be driven to a town in Assumption Parish.
Then a huge storm shuddered over the Gulf, almost capsizing the ship.
Soon, the U.S. Coast Guard learned of the Pop’s predicament, and launched a cutter to find it. But when the cutter arrived, it discovered not just a stranded vessel with an empty fuel tank; the passengers were foreigners who did not have permission to enter the United States, and the ship also was carrying almost 53 pounds of cocaine, according to a newly released federal indictment.
Twice-bankrupt boat owner
The Justice Department announced the charges May 10: conspiracy to smuggle foreigners into the U.S. against the boat’s owner, Carl Allison, 46, and seven others, and drug smuggling against one of them. But it did not immediately release the indictment itself, which now provides a richer, more detailed account of the government’s case against Allison, a twice-bankrupt labor broker who lives in suburban Pittsburgh.
Along with the Pop and what the indictment says is a pier and safe house in Utila, Honduras, Allison owns Dynamic Capacity Group, an Irwin, Pennsylvania, corporation that purported to “recruit and train” employees from Latin America and supply them to U.S. factories. “As a veteran owned company,” its website read on May 13, before it was scrubbed of some of its content, “our goal is to show the US Government, that we support and love, a true path to providence, one that facilitates labor initiatives, tax initiatives, and resolves humanitarian issues and reduces crime.”
But according to the indictment, a shell company for Dynamic Capacity takes payments from foreigners who are then smuggled into the U.S., many of them to work at companies controlled by Allison.
Allison filed for bankruptcy protection from creditors in 2004, claiming $9,560 in assets and $46,722 in liabilities, according to public records. He returned to Bankruptcy Court in 2013, reporting $399,167 in assets and $666,266 in liabilities. Both cases were resolved within months of filing.
Dynamic Capacity Group was founded in 2018, according to public records.
Allison, his defense attorney and Dynamic Capacity did not respond to several requests for comment in recent days.
The tactics of 'Dr. Diablo'
In the indictment, the grand jury said Allison and his colleagues started planning their latest voyage in December, when they assembled the 24 foreigners and went over the rules for the trip. Before departing Honduras, the indictment says, Dynamic Capacity’s recruiting manager, Lindomar “Dr. Diablo” de la Rosa, confiscated the passenger’s mobile phones and wrapped them in aluminum foil to block their GPS signals and avoid detection by law enforcement.
When the Pop ran of fuel, the ship's captain, Darrell “Dee” Martinez, a Honduran who had conducted several international voyages on behalf of Allison, and who has the letters “DCG” tattooed on his wrist, hatched a plan to haul 600 more gallons of fuel out to the drifting vessel via a private charter boat, according to the indictment. He used a satellite phone to call De La Rosa, who then enlisted Alex Flores-Villeda, another Dynamic Capacity employee who lived in a Georgia rental house owned by De La Rosa.
Villeda drove a 1999 Dodge passenger van, registered to Allison, more than 500 miles from Atlanta to Cocodrie. The van, according to the indictment, had been intended to be used to take the ship’s passengers from CoCo Marina to a safe house in Paincourtville, controlled by Lance Vroon, the ship captain’s brother-in-law.
But that never happened.
Intercepted at sea
On Feb. 14, Villeda chartered a boat and bought 600 gallons of extra fuel at CoCo Marina, using De La Rosa’s American Express card. On the same day, the Coast Guard cutter Tiger Shark departed Grand Isle and located the Pop.
As the charter boat approached the stranded Pop, the Tiger Shark intercepted it. While the guardsmen checked out the charter, the indictment says, Martinez met with his crew and 24 passengers on the Pop. The passengers were told to lie about why they were aboard the ship, and that someone would “hurt their families” if they didn’t stick to the story, according to the indictment.
The Coast Guard soon discovered the passengers aboard the Pop. The Tiger Shark towed the Pop to Grand Isle on Feb. 15, and all onboard were taken into custody by various federal agencies as they disembarked the ship.
Authorities found the cocaine later while searching the Pop.
On April 22, a federal grand jury in New Orleans secretly indicted Allison, De La Rosa, 37, Martinez, 40, Flores-Villeda, 35, and Vroon, 39, along with Pop crew members Lenny Cooper, 39, Devon Cooper, 26, and Rudy Jackson Hernandez, 35. Authorities unsealed the indictment May 10, after Allison was arrested in Pennsylvania and de la Rosa was arrested in Georgia.
Spokespersons for the U.S. attorney’s office in New Orleans and the Coast Guard would not provide more information on the case. Sarah Loicano, a spokesperson for the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency, said she could not provide more information about the status or whereabouts of the Pop’s 24 passengers without their names, which have not been made public. | https://www.nola.com/news/crime_police/article_133ae1de-d943-11ec-bd7b-832dbe86479f.html | 2022-05-22T20:05:32Z | https://www.nola.com/news/crime_police/article_133ae1de-d943-11ec-bd7b-832dbe86479f.html | true | 2 |
Flood Watch issued for Kauai East, Kauai Mountains, Kauai North, Kauai South by NWS
Effective: 2022-05-19 03:11:00 Expires: 2022-05-19 18:00:00 Urgency: Future Severity: Moderate Certainty: Possible Instruction: You should monitor later forecasts and be prepared to take action should Flash Flood Warnings be issued. A Flood Watch means...
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Puppet Masters
Klaus Schwab must be running short on cash. He is holding DAVOS now in the spring rather than January. The rich, famous, and most powerful are invited to return for their annual brainwashing event in Switzerland, following a two-year coronavirus-induced hiatus. But this time, Klaus has demanded they all be vaccinated and tested to attend, suggesting that the vaccine indeed does NOT prevent getting COVID.
I warned back in 2020 that our models on the cycle of disease were showing a target of 2022 - not 2020. It looks like the computer will be correct again. It looks like 2020 was the precursor and the insane mandatory vaccinations of the world have led to the mutation of COVID which can become a real serious threat. Bill Gates can be counting all the money he will make from more vaccines, but this fool obviously took the Blue Pill and lives in a fantasy world where vaccines work PROVIDED the same disease does not co-exist in animals.
I have warned that all we need to do is just look at the antibiotics. The overuse of these drugs has led to superbugs evolving that are now incurable. The CDC has even stated that the overuse of antibiotics has led to superbugs. Interestingly, even the World Economic Forum (WEF) report published in 2014 warned that 'The world will run out of effective antibiotics." The WEF stated the link between the overuse of antibiotics was causing antibiotic resistance and superbugs in hospitals. This has increased the death rates of many people. The WEF concluded that antibiotic-resistant bacteria posed the greatest risk to human health. Others have noted that bacteria are growing stronger and acquiring resistance to multiple drugs. (Spellberg, Bartlett, & Gilbert, 2013). So my question is WHY did the WEF insist upon 100% vaccination knowing that will subject society to a devastating loss of life long-term? Was this the true goal?
The Spanish flu pandemic of 1918, the deadliest in history, infected an estimated 500 million people worldwide — about one-third of the planet's population — and killed an estimated 20 million to 50 million victims, including some 675,000 Americans. The 1918 flu was first observed in Europe, the United States, and parts of Asia before swiftly spreading around the world. The first mention of influenza appears in an April 5, 1918, weekly public health report. The report informs officials of 18 severe cases and three deaths in Haskell, Kansas. The target month here in 2022 for the start was also April. We appear to be getting the mutations of COVID along with the sudden spread of Monkey Pox. And BTW, all the studies showed that masks were "USELESS" back then as well.
Comment: The masterminds have created the cliff. Will we again line up and step off? | https://www.sott.net/article/468088-The-disease-cycle-turns-up-April-2022 | 2022-05-22T20:06:19Z | https://www.sott.net/article/468088-The-disease-cycle-turns-up-April-2022 | false | 1 |
Rickshaw driver held for robbing 13-year-old boy of gold chain
Dombivli: A 19-year-old autorickshaw driver at Dombivli was arrested on Saturday for allegedly abducting a 13-year-old boy and robbing him of his gold chain, a police official said on Sunday. The incident had taken place on Wednesday.
According to cops, the accused has done several such thefts in the past few months. “The 13-year-old boy, Sai, was returning home from his music classes around 8 pm in the autorickshaw driven by the accused. But instead of dropping him home, the accused took the minor to an isolated place and robbed him of his gold chain. The boy later jumped out of the rickshaw and approached the police,” the official of Dombivli police station said.
Vishnunagar police station senior police inspector, Pandharinath Bhalerao said, “The boy remembered the face of the accused. Based on the details, we made a tentative sketch and circulated it to rickshaw drivers. He was identified by some of them as Samrat Magare,19, resident of Sidharth Nagar. He was not ready to accept the crime, after interrogation for some hours, he confessed and handed over the 15-gram gold chain worth ₹45,000.”
An offence was registered against Magre and he was arrested, he said.
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Post severe Covid, don’t ignore hip pain, disturbed walking: Experts
On encountering sustained pain in the hip region and 'disturbed walking' after recovering from severe Covid, one should consult an orthopaedic, said experts at the conference on fractures 'spotlight' organised on Sunday by Healthcity Hospital. Dr Sandeep Garg delivered a lecture, 'Tips and tricks in proximal femoral fracture' whilDr Sandeep Kapoor, director Healthcity Hospital and founder Arthritis Foundation of Lucknowor spoke on 'training, teamwork and learning to lead' where he shared tips on how to handle different situations.
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Ludhiana: 50-yr-old man, sister thrashed, bike robbed
Eight miscreants robbed a 50-year-old man of The victim, Jarnail Singh, 50, of Sant Vihar, Chuharpur Road's bike after thrashing him and his sister at Barewal Road on Saturday. The victim, Jarnail Singh, 50, of Sant Vihar, Chuharpur Road, told police that he and his sister Nisha Rani were going to pray at a shrine near Sutlej river on his bike.
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Baljinder Singh Bittu, Hitesh Puri re-elected FOSWAC and CRAWFED chairpersons
The Federation of Sector Welfare Associations Chandigarh and the Chandigarh Resident Associations Welfare Federation (CRAWFED) held their respective annual general body meetings on Sunday, deciding that Baljinder Singh Bittu and Hitesh Puri will continue as the FOSWAC and CRAWFED chairpersons. The members later chose Bittu to continue unanimously. The members also unanimously elected Puri to continue as chairperson.
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Ambala road mishap: Woman driver booked for culpable homicide
A day after a 39-year-old man was killed and Mohit's wife and two kids were injured after their vehicle was hit by a Range Rover SUV on the national highway in Ambala, the woman driver, identified as Variyata Janglan (26), was booked for culpable homicide not amounting to murder and sent to judicial custody on Sunday, police said. According to the FIR, Variyata was driving the car, while another woman was sitting next to her.
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Ludhiana Improvement Trust told to transfer Orient Cinema site to deceased allottee’s legal heirs
The District Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission, Ludhiana, has directed the Ludhiana Improvement Trust to transfer the Orient Cinema site at Bhai Randhir Singh Nagar to the legal heirs of deceased allottee Kamaljit Singh, who are the complainants in the case, after receiving requisite documents from them. As per the complaint submitted by Sukhmeen Kaur of Rajguru Nagar, her husband Kamaljit Singh had been allotted the site by LIT(opposite party in the case). | https://www.hindustantimes.com/cities/mumbai-news/rickshaw-driver-held-for-robbing-13-year-old-boy-of-gold-chain-101653246790213.html | 2022-05-22T20:07:25Z | https://www.hindustantimes.com/cities/mumbai-news/rickshaw-driver-held-for-robbing-13-year-old-boy-of-gold-chain-101653246790213.html | true | 1 |
Anthony Joshua among sports stars supporting bullied boy who lost his finger
Boxer Anthony Joshua and footballer Jadon Sancho are among those who have sent messages of support to an 11-year-old boy who lost his finger while “fleeing school bullies”, the boy’s mother has said.
Raheem Bailey was beaten by a group of children at school on Tuesday, Shantal Bailey said.
Ms Bailey, 28, said her son tried to escape school but got his right-hand ring finger caught while climbing a fence, and it later had to be amputated.
She said Raheem has faced “racial and physical abuse” since he started secondary school at Abertillery Learning Community in South Wales in September.
The family have received a flood of support since Ms Bailey described her son’s plight in a GoFundMe page she set up last week to support his recovery, which hit more than £85,000 in donations by Sunday.
Anthony Joshua, Jadon Sancho and footballer Ashley Williams have sent private messages of support through Ms Bailey’s Instagram.
Ms Bailey said Raheem also received messages from football manager Chris Hughton, pundit Gary Neville and Olympic BMX biker Kye Whyte.
US basketball player Gerald Green, who forged a hugely successful career with nine fingers, has even set up a call to speak to Raheem directly, she added.
Speaking to the PA news agency on Sunday, she said: “Here’s so many people just in different places that have been so generous, and I did not expect what has happened so I am truly, truly grateful for it.”
Describing what happened to Raheem, she said: “While he was climbing over, he had a ring on, and his ring attached to the fence and it ripped but also broke his finger.
“Basically, he was running away because he was so tired of being picked on every day.”
Ms Bailey said her son was “truly brave” and had been “in utter agony”.
“The whole time [he was] telling me ‘I’m sorry, I’m sorry mummy. I just couldn’t, I couldn’t stay there, like why does no-one like me?’
“These are things that my child, while being in pain, is constantly having to ask me, ‘mummy, why does no-one like me? Like why? Why did they pick on me?'”
On how he is doing now, she said: “Occasionally, he’s feeling very down and I have to talk to him and make him understand that no matter what, I will be there.”
But she added that the support has “really put smiles on his face” and is “making him pick his head up”.
She said of the fundraising: “He has got ideas of how much it’s growing and he is really, really happy.”
She also said the messages he has received mean so much, as people tell him “how strong he is and that this does not define him”.
“It’s been amazing because it’s like another kind of boost, of ‘there you go, you see there is mean people but there’s also a lot of nice people’,” she added.
“I am truly, truly, truly grateful and if it can do anything by, you know, raising awareness for racism, bullies, whatever.
“There’s so many people that get targeted for differences that they don’t have control over, whether or not it’s a disability, whatever it is, it can be tackled, and so things like this does shed light on it.”
Speaking about the wider issue of bullying and racism in schools, she said: “Why should I send my child into school to be a punching bag?”
“I just don’t understand, something needs to be done, I think it needs a conversation to be had.”
Growing tearful, she said: “It is difficult, as a mum, having to tell your child that people might not like you because of your skin – not because you’re mean, not because you’re horrible, but just because of the skin he was born into.”
The Welsh Government said: “We condemn bullying and racial harassment in any form and expect allegations and incidents of bullying and racism to be fully investigated by schools, with appropriate action taken to address the matter and prevent further instances from happening.”
A spokeswoman for Abertillery Learning Community told Wales Online: “We are currently working closely with Gwent Police and the local authority to establish the full details of the incident.
“The wellbeing and safety of our pupils and staff remains of paramount importance.”
A Gwent Police spokesman also told Wales Online: “We received a report of an incident at a school in Abertillery around 1pm on Wednesday, where an 11-year-old boy was injured.
“A multi-agency meeting has taken place and we’re working with the school as part of our ongoing inquiries.”
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Tennis-Clinical Zverev eases into second round at Roland Garros
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PARIS — German third seed Alexander Zverev was happy with the start to his French Open campaign on Sunday, hoping he could build on his strong claycourt form after producing a clinical performance in a 6-2 6-4 6-4 win against Austrian qualifier Sebastian Ofner.
The 25-year-old Zverev, who reached the semi-finals last year at Roland Garros, came to Paris after reaching the final in Madrid and making semi-final runs at Monte-Carlo and Rome.
“I had a very stable clay-court season,” Zverev said on court. “Semis in Monte Carlo, final in Madrid, semis in Rome. But I didn’t win any tournaments. I’m always somebody that likes to win, rather than be stable.
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“I’d rather lose first round, first round, first round and then win a tournament, so hopefully I can do that here. Hopefully I can play my best tennis here.”
On a balmy evening he dominated proceedings from the start on Court Suzanne Lenglen against his opponent, ranked 218th in the world.
Zverev did not face a single breakpoint on his own serve while breaking Ofner twice in the opening set and once in each of the next two, and he closed out the contest in an hour and 49 minutes with his 13th ace.
“Usually I start a Grand Slam tournament with a five-set match and a few hours on court, but (coach) Sergi (Bruguera) told me today not to do that so I listened to him for once.
“I’m happy with the match, especially against Sebastian who already played three matches here. He’s playing very well, so I’m happy with the start here.”
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Kelli Goss Speaks out After 'United States of Al' Series Finale
United States of Al finished its second and final season last week, a few days after CBS canceled the series. The Ranch veteran Kelli Goss, who starred as Vanessa on the controversial sitcom, eulogized the series on Instagram Friday, reflecting on the lessons she learned from the series. United States of Al centered on the relationship between a combat veteran and his Afghan interpreter who moves in with him in Columbus, Ohio.
The series was created by David Goetsch and Maria Ferrari and starred Adhir Kalyan as interpreter Awalmir "Al" Karimi and Parker Young as Marine veteran Riley. When Riley returns home, he lets Al move in with him and his father Art (Dean Norris). Al tries to help Riley by reuniting him with his estranged wife Vanessa and their daughter Hazel (Farrah Mackenzie). The series also featured Elizabeth Adferfer as Riley's sister Lizzie.
The day after the final episode aired, Goss shared photos from the set, as well as a video showing all the preparations the cast went through to film during the coronavirus pandemic. "It's never easy to say goodbye to a TV family but even more heartbreaking when you feel you were just getting started," Goss wrote.
"[United States of Al] introduced me to a world and culture I knew nothing about but welcomed me in to help tell the story," Goss continued. "Being an actor is constant education and the well of knowledge this show provided me is immeasurable and irreplaceable. I feel so honored to have been a part of delivering the veteran & veteran family's journey along with a loving & positive portrait of the Afghan experience to America through a sitcom."
Goss went on to thank the writers, CBS, and executive producer Chuck Lorre for casting her in the show. "I couldn't have been surrounded by a better cast and crew that were so considerate in their delivery and execution. I would've loved to have seen you all kill it in front of a live audience," Goss wrote, later adding that she was "pretty damn proud" of the series. She also thanked everyone for watching the show and reminded fans that it can still be found on Paramount+.
Before United States of Al debuted in April 2021, it garnered plenty of attention for its trailer. Critics weren't happy to see Kalyan, a South African-born Indian actor play an Afghan character. Producer Reza Aslan defended the show, and two Afghan-American writers and one Afghan writer were hired. Goetsch also said writers did extensive research with veterans and interpreters.
The show also had to grabble with the rapidly changing situation in Afghanistan. In September 2021, CBS Entertainment President Kelly Kahl said the Season 2 premiere had to be completely rewritten in response to the withdrawal of U.S. troops from Afghanistan. Before the Season 2 premiere aired, writer and military consultant Chase Millsap wrote a guest column for The Hollywood Reporter, revealing that the staff helped evacuate Afghan refugees.
"Everyone on our United States of Al staff, including seven veterans and five Afghans, wanted to help as many people get out as we could," Millsap wrote. "We found ourselves living through our characters' worst fears. Staff members, who would've never met but for our work on the show, came together to get as many people out of Afghanistan as we could." | https://popculture.com/tv-shows/news/kelli-goss-speaks-out-united-states-of-al-series-finale-canceled/ | 2022-05-22T20:16:20Z | https://popculture.com/tv-shows/news/kelli-goss-speaks-out-united-states-of-al-series-finale-canceled/ | true | 1 |
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URBANA - Two Champaign teens seen wearing ski masks and allegedly carrying loaded guns early Sunday morning in northwest Champaign are in police custody.
State’s Attorney Julia Rietz said the youths, ages 16 and 17, were arrested in a vehicle stopped by Champaign police at Bloomington Road and Prospect Avenue about 3:30 a.m.
Multiple people called police to report seeing armed men in the parking lot of the Mach One gas station, 902 W. Bloomington Road. A clerk told authorities there were some 40 cars in the parking lot blocking gas pumps.
Champaign police took stock of the situation from a distance and saw two males wearing clothing described by the callers as well as packs across their chests, a common way to carry contraband and firearms.
When the officer saw the two males and three females get in a black sport utility vehicle and drive east on Bloomington, he called for backup.
When the SUV allegedly committed a traffic violation, officers stopped the SUV and had all five people inside get out.
The two males earlier seen with the guns were found in the back. In addition to open alcohol, officers found the two packs on the floor of the back seat.
One contained a loaded 9 mm handgun with an extended magazine. The other had a .40-caliber loaded handgun, also with an extended magazine.
The males, ages 16 and 17 of Champaign, were taken to the Juvenile Detention Center for alleged weapons violations and are being held there until after court hearings Monday, Rietz said. | https://www.news-gazette.com/news/two-teens-with-loaded-guns-arrested-in-champaign-early-sunday/article_88c8ff18-35dc-5b18-9d4a-aa13d303f875.html | 2022-05-22T20:23:00Z | https://www.news-gazette.com/news/two-teens-with-loaded-guns-arrested-in-champaign-early-sunday/article_88c8ff18-35dc-5b18-9d4a-aa13d303f875.html | true | 2 |
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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.
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Which Harry Potter posters are best?
Harry Potter is one of the largest fandoms in the world and has a very extensive fan base. From Daigon Alley to the Halls of Hogwarts, even if you’re not familiar with this series, you’ve heard of it.
Fans of Harry Potter vary in knowledge, but most hold specific information from the series close to their hearts. A poster is a great way to fill space on a wall and can look classy with the option of a frame. When purchasing the best Harry Potter poster, consider the print quality, the durability of the poster and whether you would like it to arrive framed.
If you’re looking for a popular print that’s clear and comes with the option to frame, the Harry Potter Hogwarts By Night Print Movie Poster is the top choice.
What to know before you buy a Harry Potter poster
Print quality
One of the most important things to consider before you purchase a Harry Potter poster is if it’s properly printed. A poster that features a quality print that’s worth what you’re paying for will be clear and identical to the specific scene that it’s portraying. The quality of the print determines the value of the poster and looks seamlessly clear and even.
Durability
A Harry Potter poster made or coated with durable materials allows your poster to be preserved for a longer time. Many posters are simply made with paper that’s easy to tear. Some posters feature a gloss coating that allows for the poster to look shiny and new while providing added protection.
If you’re curious about the durability of the paper that the poster was made with, you can find this information in the product description where it details if it’s coated with a special substance or if the premium paper was used to make it.
Frame
When purchasing a Harry Potter poster for yourself or a special fan in your life, consider paying the extra money for a frame. Purchasing a frame along with the poster allows for more protection when shipping and hanging. If you purchase a frame, you can keep the poster in top shape when hanging it on your wall. Most websites give you the option of various frames to add to your purchase.
What to look for in a quality Harry Potter poster
Accessories
A quality Harry Potter poster comes with hanging accessories that prevent damage from the poster. For example, a good poster comes with a wall stick adhesive to allow for easy hanging. It’s rare for posters to come with setup equipment, but when they do, you know you’re getting your money’s worth and saving a trip to your local hardware store for supplies.
Characters
Look for a poster that infuses characters or ideals specific to the film. Younger children who are fans of Harry Potter often prefer a poster with a specific character rather than a scene or popular phrase from the series.
Accuracy
Make sure the scene depicted on the poster directly correlates with scenes from the movies and descriptions from the book. The Harry Potter fandom is vast and many can tell if a poster isn’t accurate. An inaccurate scene decreases the value of the poster and makes it a less desirable purchase.
How much you can expect to spend on a Harry Potter poster
The best Harry Potter posters are priced $7-$35. The price varies depending on the presence of a frame, what the poster is made from and the popularity of the scene depicted on the poster.
Harry Potter poster FAQ
What kind of Harry Potter poster should I purchase for a big fan of the series?
A. For the Harry Potter fanatic in your life, purchase a poster that’s central to the theme of the story. For example, the Marauders Map is the plotline of various scenes in the Harry Potter films and will be appreciated by the fanatic that you’re purchasing the poster for.
Before purchasing the poster, find out what book or movie is their favorite and if they have any favorite characters in particular. This will help when to decide what poster to purchase, especially if you’re not familiar with Harry Potter.
How do you store a poster when you’re not using it?
A. To keep a Harry Potter poster in the best condition for display when storing, take it off of the wall gently, remove anything that attached it to the wall and roll up the poster. Make sure there are no creases when rolling the poster, and find a gentle and secure way to keep the poster from unraveling, such as a loose rubber band.
What are the best Harry Potter posters to buy?
Top Harry Potter poster
Harry Potter Hogwarts By Night Print Movie Poster
What you need to know: This poster is 26 by 32 inches and features a depiction of what Hogwarts would look like at night. The website gives users the option to purchase the item with a different style of frame or unframed as is.
What you’ll love: This item ships securely and delivers exact details of the school as seen in the movies. The image is clear and arrives exactly as seen on the website.
What you should consider: If you purchase an unframed version of this poster, it can tear more easily.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Top Harry Potter poster for the money
Trends International Harry Potter Deathly Hallows Three Brothers Symbol Wall Poster
What you need to know: This poster features a very important and well-known symbol throughout the Harry Potter series. It looks like a rustic old scroll, but is in new condition. You can buy this item framed for protection and a more distinguishable look.
What you’ll love: This poster is printed on gloss paper for added shine and features a clear photo. It comes with adhesive mounting gear. The poster fits in various spaces around the house and is the size of an average poster.
What you should consider: Some users have experienced the poster and frame arriving damaged.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
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Trends International Harry Potter Marauders Map – I Solemnly Swear Poster
What you need to know: This poster features words from a popular antidote in the Harry Potter series and you can purchase it unframed or with multiple framing styles.
What you’ll love: It has a clear print, and this item is easy to hang. The poster is made with premium gloss paper and comes in a size that’s simple to fit into any space.
What you should consider: Users have had problems hanging the frame when ordered in a frame.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
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DAKAR, Senegal (AP) — German Chancellor Olaf Scholz began a three-nation trip to Africa on Sunday, a visit that is expected to include talks with African leaders about the geopolitical consequences of the war in Ukraine.
Scholz is making stops in Senegal and South Africa as part of his first visit to the continent since becoming chancellor nearly six months ago.
Both countries have been invited to attend the G-7 summit in Germany at the end of June. Participants there will try to find a common position toward Russia, which was kicked out of the then-Group of Eight following its 2014 seizure of Crimea from Ukraine.
Leaders at the G-7 summit also will be addressing the threat of climate change. Several G-7 countries, including Germany and the United States, signed a ‘just energy transition partnership’ with South Africa last year to help the country wean itself off heavily polluting coal.
A similar agreement is in the works with Senegal, where Germany has supported the construction of a solar farm. Berlin is also interested in getting access to a large gas field currently being explored in the country.
German officials also said Scholz will make a stop in Niger, a country that like its neighbors has long been battling Islamic extremists.
Earlier this month, the German government backed a plan to move hundreds of its soldiers to Niger from neighboring Mali. The development comes amid a deepening political crisis in Mali that prompted former colonial power France to announce it was withdrawing its troops after nine years of helping Mali battle insurgents.
Germany officials say their decision also was motivated by concerns that Malian forces receiving EU training could cooperate with Russian mercenaries now operating in the country.
Germany, though, will increase its participation in a U.N. peacekeeping mission in Mali, providing up to 1,400 soldiers. The Cabinet’s decisions still need to be approved by parliament.
Niger is also a major transit hub for illegal migration to Europe. People from across West Africa connect with smugglers there to make the journey northward to attempt the dangerous trip across the Mediterranean Sea.
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LONDON (AP) — A highly-anticipated report into the British government’s “partygate” coronavirus lockdown scandal that could determine Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s political fortunes is set to be published this week, after months of delay.
Senior civil servant Sue Gray, who has been tasked with investigating multiple lockdown-flouting gatherings at Johnson’s official residence and other government sites, is widely expected to release her findings within days.
Claims that Johnson and his staff enjoyed illegal office parties while millions in the country stuck to strict COVID-19 restrictions in 2020 and 2021 have dogged Johnson’s Conservative government since they first surfaced late last year. Critics, including some within Johnson’s own ranks, have called for him to resign.
But while “partygate” threatened to topple Johnson’s leadership earlier this year, he has clung on to power partly because Russia’s invasion of Ukraine diverted public and political attention.
Gray’s full report could renew pressure on Johnson if it heavily criticizes him and senior officials.
Johnson has apologized after admitting he was fined 50 pounds ($66) for attending a surprise birthday party thrown for him in 10 Downing St. in June 2020. That made him the first British prime minister ever found to have broken the law while in office.
However, Johnson insisted that he did not knowingly break the rules, saying “it did not occur to me” that the brief gathering was a party — a claim that drew derision from many.
A investigation by London’s Metropolitan Police that concluded last week said in total, the force issued 126 fixed-penalty fines to 83 people for eight gatherings at Downing Street and nearby government buildings. About two dozen of those people received more than one fine.
Police did not identify those who were fined, but Treasury chief Rishi Sunak, as well as Johnson’s wife, Carrie, have said they also paid fines for attending Johnson’s birthday party.
Government officials have said the Gray report will be fully published issued as soon as possible once the police probe is complete.
A partial version of the Gray report was published in January after police requested her to leave out details to avoid prejudicing police inquiries. The partial report did not name individuals, but it did criticize “failures of leadership and judgment” that allowed the parties to take place.
About 30 people, including Johnson, have been contacted by the Cabinet Office over the past few days to warn them of the contents of the report ahead of its publication.
While the Gray report is closely watched, the civil servant’s scope for censuring Johnson is limited — and it’s unclear the extent to which its publication will help restore public trust in the Conservative government.
On Friday, fresh questions were raised after British media reported that Johnson and Gray had met several weeks ago — though what exactly the two discussed is unclear.
Defending Johnson on Sunday, Education Secretary Nadhim Zahawi said Gray is conducting an “independent” investigation.
“The prime minister has made it very clear that he has never intervened or will seek to intervene or interfere with the investigation,” Zahawi told the BBC.
Opposition parties urged Johnson to explain why he held a “secret meeting” with Gray.
“Public confidence in the process is already depleted, and people deserve to know the truth,” said Angela Rayner, deputy leader of the opposition Labour Party.
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NEW DELHI :With around 50 million subscribers, Disney+Hotstar is the leading video streaming company in India, but its dominance is constantly being threatened by the 60 platforms, which are upping their game by investing in content and marketing. In an interview, Sidharth Shakdher, executive vice-president and chief marketing officer, Disney+, shared his insights on establishing the brand in India and how it is looking beyond sports to establish a connection with audiences across segments: Edited excerpts:
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NEW DELHI :With around 50 million subscribers, Disney+Hotstar is the leading video streaming company in India, but its dominance is constantly being threatened by the 60 platforms, which are upping their game by investing in content and marketing. In an interview, Sidharth Shakdher, executive vice-president and chief marketing officer, Disney+, shared his insights on establishing the brand in India and how it is looking beyond sports to establish a connection with audiences across segments: Edited excerpts:
It’s been two years since Hotstar was rebranded as Disney+Hotstar in India. How has the brand journey been?
It’s been two years since Hotstar was rebranded as Disney+Hotstar in India. How has the brand journey been?
We are now at par (with Hotstar) in terms of recognition and top of mind recall, and the perception has grown more positive with Disney+ coming in. It has opened up new segments and found broader acceptance, for example, among people with children. While earlier, it used to be young adults, families have now come into the fold. So, in that sense, there’s been a positive addition to our brand equity, thanks toDisney+.
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How did your marketing strategy evolve during the pandemic as more subscribers came into the OTT fold?
What has been very clear and important for us from the get-go has been the fact that Disney+Hotstar should be meaningful to people’s lives. Our goal in the past six years has been to be a purpose-driven brand that helps you talk to all audiences in a similar fashion. Otherwise, you are talking to different people in different ways in your brand positioning, and recall and equity go nowhere. The other cornerstone of our marketing is being meaningful to people’s lives in not just one or two segments, or metro and urban areas, but across India. When we marketed in the first two or three years, it was more about building the category—talking about modes of convenience, mobility, control, and so on. Over the years, it has changed to being a more experience-related, meaningful life-driven push. We have clutter-breaking stories across Indian and international content. Plus, we are spreading regionally.
With more people coming on OTT, we started looking more at micro-markets, and things like micro-influencers and regional print became a much more important part of our agenda. And while for four-and-a-half years, we never thought of getting a celebrity on board, we did get Shah Rukh Khan.
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You have done promotional films with Shah Rukh Khan. Is he your brand ambassador?
He’s not a brand ambassador in the typical sense. I feel he’s somebody who brings to light the message that this is the platform that has the best quality content and adds to your life in terms of you being exposed to different things and growing as a person. We’re not going to shoot hoardings or plaster his face on billboards and have him stand and endorse Disney+ Hotstar. The agreement we have is around using him to meaningfully deliver messages in building the purpose of the brand. Because in the end, we want the brand to be the hero, and Shah Rukh is somebody who’s helping the brand become that. I can’t really reveal our other plans with him, but he’s with us for a little bit more, and we will be working with him again.
How is the overall marketing split between sports and general entertainment?
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I would categorize our marketing efforts into three kinds. At the most functional level, we have specific titles, whether they are entertainment or sport. Then we have category builders like Multiplex, which is direct-to-digital movies. The third is about the purpose of the brand. But we have reduced our reliance on cricket in those communications. Three years ago, cricket would have been 60 -70% of that communication; now, it is 20-30%. Also, while cricket was so big then, we didn’t really have our own originals, and we didn’t have Disney as a library. Now we have the best of international content and local originals. If you’re a sports lover, of course, there’s cricket as well, but we don’t have to hammer that point anymore. What we need to build on is that we are one platform which has the best of Indian and international content, so that’s why there’s a larger skew towards it in our campaigns now.
Does this become even more important as the IPL media rights are up for grabs again?
Absolutely. We started as a destination for cricket, but we are now a destination for any entertainment that’s meaningful to you. So we shouldn’t be viewed with a cricket lens. When we started with Hotstar, it was a transactional relationship where consumers would come when there was cricket or Koffee With Karan, but when one generally wanted entertainment, it may not have been the brand that popped into one’s mind. Now it’s very different, with the brand being in a meaningful and purposeful space in people’s lives, where it’s not linked to one particular piece of content. | https://www.livemint.com/companies/people/dont-view-us-with-a-cricket-lens-saysdisneyhotstarsshakdher/amp-11653248649158.html | 2022-05-22T20:39:11Z | https://www.livemint.com/companies/people/dont-view-us-with-a-cricket-lens-saysdisneyhotstarsshakdher/amp-11653248649158.html | false | 1 |
Hyderabad: Yashoda Hospital's 10th annual 'Young Doctors Camp' a grand success
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The Yashoda Group of Hospitals successfully conducted the 10th batch of ‘Young Doctors Camp’ from May 20 to 22.
Hyderabad: The Yashoda Group of Hospitals successfully conducted the 10th batch of 'Young Doctors Camp' from May 20 to 22. More than 300 children in the camp. They took an oath to be in service of people suffering from diseases and needs treatment with a human touch.
State Education Minister Sabitha Indra Reddy was the chief guest at the special function organised on Sunday for the students who successfully completed the camp and presented the certificates.
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JACKSON, Miss. (AP) — A teen in Mississippi shot and killed another teen who approached his home with a toy gun that looked like an assault rifle while wearing a ski mask, authorities said.
The teen killed was one of thee people who approached a home in Jackson on Saturday with the water guns that looked like real weapons and masks, Jackson Deputy Police Chief Deric Hearn told media outlets.
A 17-year-old shot a 15-year-old in the chest with his real gun and the teen died, Hearn said.
All the teens were friends, police said.
Police are currently calling the case a justified homicide, but the investigation continues and they are questioning all the teens to determine exactly what happened and whether the real gun was leally owned, Hearn said. | https://www.trumbulltimes.com/news/article/Police-Ski-mask-and-toy-gun-pranks-leads-to-17190799.php | 2022-05-22T20:48:34Z | https://www.trumbulltimes.com/news/article/Police-Ski-mask-and-toy-gun-pranks-leads-to-17190799.php | false | null |
Retail sales rise 0.9% in April as consumers show resilience
WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. retail sales rose 0.9% in April, a solid increase that underscores Americans' ability to keep ramping up spending even as inflation persists at nearly a 40-year high. The increase was driven by greater sales of cars, electronics, and at restaurants, the Commerce Department said...
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Assam CM Himanta Sarma thinks 'madrasa' word should cease to exist
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Sunday said the word "madrasa" should cease to exist while stressing the "general education" in schools for all.
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Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Sunday said the word "madrasa" should cease to exist while stressing the "general education" in schools for all. Speaking at an event in Delhi, the Chief Minister said as long as the word "madrasa" exists, children will not be able to think about becoming doctors and engineers.
"If you tell them that they will not become doctors or engineers if they study in madrasas, they themselves will refuse to go. Teach the Quran to your children, but at home. Admitting children in madrasas is a violation of their human rights," he pointed out. The Chief Minister said there should be stress on teaching science, maths, biology, botany, and zoology to all children but they should study to become doctors, engineers, professors and scientists.
Replying to a question that students in madrasas are extremely talented, they can memorise every word of the Quran easily, Sarma said, "All Muslims were Hindus. No one was born a Muslim (in India). Everyone was a Hindu in India. So, if a Muslim child is extremely meritorious, I will give partial credit to his Hindu past." In 2020, the Assan government decided to dissolve all government-run madrassas and convert them into general educational institutions to facilitate a secular education system.
Following this, the Gauhati High Court upheld the Assam Repealing Act, 2020, under which all provincial (government-funded) madrassas in the state were to be converted into normal schools, in the same year. (ANI)
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The closure of 11 out of 23 beds in a Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (Camhs) unit in Dublin has been condemned by the Psychiatric Nurses Association (PNA).
The HSE confirmed the beds in the unit in Linn Dara in Cherry Orchard, Dublin will remain closed “until September at least as a result of staff shortages”.
The PNA said it was “inexplicable” that the beds would be allowed to close “in the light of the ongoing and worsening crisis in the provision of Camh services nationally”.
PNA general secretary Peter Hughes has since called for Minister for Health Stephen Donnelly to ensure resources are put in place to allow for the beds to be reopened “as a matter of urgency”.
“Linn Dara Day plays a vitally important role in the provision of child and adolescent mental health services in the greater Dublin region,” Mr Hughes said.
“A similar decision to close beds in this unit was made in 2017 and was met by widespread shock and opposition.
“It now appears that five years on that nothing has been learned and we find ourselves in the same position again.”
The association said the nursing complement for the Linn Dara in-patient unit is 51, yet there are currently only 24 nurses employed there.
“While PNA recognise the ongoing difficulty in the recruitment of nurses the response of the Government and HSE cannot be to simply reduce services,” Mr Hughes said.
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Watch: Balotelli scores stunning rabona among FIVE goals on Super Lig final day
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Mario Balotelli marked the final day of the Super Lig season with a stunning five-goal display, which included a rabona, as Adana Demirspor thrashed Goztepe 7-0.
There may have been mixed news for some of Balotelli's former clubs on Sunday as Manchester City and AC Milan won league titles at the expense of Liverpool and Inter, but the Italy striker ensured he was not going to pass up the chance of a spell in the spotlight.
Balotelli plundered a first-half hat-trick for Adana before adding another two goals in the second half, including his breathtaking rabona, as the Turkish side produced a devastating display to close out the campaign.
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How Max won a torrid Spanish F1 by Peter Windsor
OK. Ferrari and Charles Leclerc were looking more than good as a hot-hot-hot Spanish GP approached the half-way mark: Charles had led from the pole and now, on medium Pirellis, was starting to save the fuel, engine, brakes and rubber; the data he had accumulated from his long runs on both Friday and Saturday was beginning to pay off. Then, suddenly, on lap 28 - completely out of character for 2022 - his Ferrari power unit suddenly died. Charles was out. And the race was wide open. Mercedes' George Russell and Red Bull's Sergio Perez both looked to be potential winners - until back into the hunt came Red Bull's Max Verstappen, who had lost time with a lap 10 gravel-trap moment at T4 and then a tetchy DRS (again).
His switch on lap 29 to a second set of soft tyres - and thus a three-stop strategy - looked to be a gamble. As the race unfolded, however, and the medium tyres wilted in the temperatures, three stops became the norm...and the ground that Max had recovered when he was on softs and his rivals on mediums became the phase that decided the race. He crossed the line to head a Red Bull one-two, with George a brilliant third for Mercedes. Also stunning was Mercedes' Lewis Hamilton, who sliced through the field to take fourth place - ahead of Ferrari's Carlos Sainz - with but six laps to go. Alas, Lewis was then obliged to slow, and thus to give this position back, when his Merc's running temperatures launched into orbit. In this video, Peter Windsor looks back at an enthralling day of F1 racing - at the moments that defined the race and at some of the day's outstanding feats.
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PARIS (AP) — They sipped from glasses of Champagne or rosé while seated on the sand-colored cushions of wicker couches on a "terrasse" overlooking some smaller courts at Roland Garros. They crowded walkways and stood in lines dozens deep for waffles painted with Nutella or baguettes layered with ham, cheese and butter — and, sometimes, they gave up on those waits that could take 15 minutes or more.
In the stands, they wore their white hats and cried “Allez!" and punctuated points with rhythmic clapping. They took etiquette-breaching strolls through the stadium aisles during play. Most of all, and most important of all, they were there.
The crowds at the French Open were back to their no-mask, no-distancing, full-capacity, pre-pandemic levels Sunday for the start of this year's edition, as much a part of the fabric of the event as the red clay that defines the Grand Slam tournament.
“A really festive atmosphere,” observed Alice Dufour, a 21-year-old who was part of a group trip from her Miramont tennis club near Bordeaux. “It's a huge party.”
Because of COVID-19 restrictions in a country that went through three severe lockdowns, attendance at the French Open was capped at 1,000 spectators daily in 2020, creating a total two-week count of 15,000, instead of the more than 470,000 that came through the turnstiles in 2019. A year ago, the maximum was 5,388 for each of the first 10 days, before being eased somewhat to allow 8,500 in when the men's final was held.
Sunday's attendance was 32,453.
Clearly, they're thrilled to watch tennis and partake in the sport of seeing-and-being-seen, of a piece with a society-wide sense of joy and relief at the notion that perhaps some semblance of normalcy has returned — even if the coronavirus is still responsible for illness and death around the world as variants spread.
The players, without a doubt, are pleased to see so many faces around again, too.
“I have always appreciated the fans, but this time they are part of it even more. ... I have realized, ever since everything kind of is getting back to normal, just, ‘Wow, this makes a huge difference,'” said Grigor Dimitrov, a three-time Grand Slam semifinalist from Bulgaria who is seeded 18th in Paris. “That’s partly why we enjoy the sport itself. Without the fans, we definitely won’t be the same.”
As his 6-1, 6-1, 6-1 victory over American Marcos Giron unfolded at 1,351-seat Court No. 7, the place was standing-room only — and there was a lot more standing going on in the queues outside entrances for folks hoping to sneak in during the third set, no matter how lopsided it was.
One Dimitrov fan draped a white-green-and-red Bulgarian flag over a glass railing along a balcony of the nearby main stadium, Court Philippe Chatrier, while catching a glimpse from there.
Shouts rose from an adjacent arena, where a pair of unseeded, unheralded players met. Later, in Chatrier, when a Frenchwoman won a game in a match she would lose to a Greek opponent, the locals delighted in the development, chanting their player's first name repeatedly.
“It's amazing to have the fans back, to have the people back,” said Katerina Siniakova, a Czech player who won the women's doubles title last year and won a first-round singles match Sunday.
John Isner, the 23rd-seeded American, recalled his third-round loss to eventual runner-up Stefanos Tsitsipas in Chatrier in 2021, when a COVID-19 curfew meant the stands had to be emptied at about midnight.
“It was surreal out there, playing on center court at night, with literally no one watching except his team and my team. That kind of stunk,” Isner said after his victory Sunday.
“Happy to have the fans back. I think they showed up very well today — I mean, not just on my court. I could hear roars going around the grounds," he said. "Fans are very passionate here, and the players appreciate that.”
One fan who certainly appreciated the chance to be in attendance Sunday was Ryan Cardiff, a 24-year-old American who said he was supposed to take a vacation in France in May 2020 to mark his graduation from the University of California, Berkeley, where he played tennis.
That celebratory trip needed to wait until now. But eventually, it happened, and Cardiff was in line Sunday to enter Court No. 8 with his mother, Sheryl Kline.
“It's super cool. A lot of energy," Cardiff said. “The fans are really into it.”
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The Latest Chula’s Innovation ‘Detachable and Dissolvable Microneedles’
A startup under the umbrella of CU Innovation Hub in collaboration with the Chula Faculty of Science has developed an innovative “Detachable and Dissolvable Microneedle” that makes any injections easy and painless for everyone, while also significantly reducing medical wastes.
Those afraid of needles and injections rejoice! Today, getting an injection is no longer scary or painful, because we have a “Detachable and Dissolvable Microneedle”, an innovative microneedle patch that can be implanted, fully detached, and dissolved under your skin! A product from Mineed Technology Co., Ltd., a startup under the umbrella of the Innovation Hub of Chulalongkorn University (CU Innovation Hub) with Prof. Dr. Supason Wanichwecharraung, Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science, Chulalongkorn University.
“Injection is one form of a typical treatment and prophylaxis that everyone has to deal with, whether it’s vaccination, insulin for diabetics treatment, or even a typical injections to treat facial acnes. In contrast, for people with Trypanophobia, the injection can significantly causes distress, in some cases, severe physical trauma, such as hyperhidrosis patients, who would require 30 injections under each armpit,” Prof. Supason explained about the kickoff ideas of the microneedle patch.
From Problems to the Development of “Detachable and Dissolvable Microneedles”
Microneedles were invented and have been used globally for a while, but they have not been as popular as they should be. Prof. Supason revealed the problem of the previous generation of microneedles “the needles do not dissolve immediately so that patches have to be left on for 2-6 hours. In addition, the levels of moisture on each person’s skin are different, causing the active medication embedded in the needles to absorb at a different rate, not completely dissolve, or do not penetrate the skin of the users.”
“So, we developed this innovation that once the needle patch is in place, the implanted needle can be instantly detached itself into the skin, similar to implanting a splinter into human skin, but in this case, it doesn’t hurt, 100% safe, and a lot quicker than other typical dissolving microneedles.”
Small but Full-performance Needles
The innovative microneedle contains active medication in a tiny needle of no more than 1 millimeter (1,000 microns). It can quickly dissolve into the skin giving a different sensation than an injection with a typical syringe.
Mr. Chokchai Puangsiri, Director of Business Development, Mineed Technology Co., Ltd., who frequently try the microneedle, described the experience of using the patches, “although it feels like something is touching the skin, it feels far less painful than a typical syringe injection, more like touching the prickly part of the velcro tape. The microneedles can also be self-administered anytime, anywhere without the need for any medical expert anymore.”
In addition to reducing the pain and fear of the syringe, another advantage of using microneedles is that the dosage of medication is much lower. Prof. Dr. Supason gave an example of the COVID-19 vaccination, “there are two types of COVID-19 vaccinations, intramuscular vaccinations, and subcutaneous vaccinations. Subcutaneous injections are better at stimulating the immune while using lower doses than intramuscular injections, but subcutaneous injections are more difficult to inject and, if done frequently, it can cause scarring.”
The innovative soluble microneedles, therefore, make subcutaneous injections a simple matter and eliminate the likelihood of “scarring” from injections with syringes, especially among patients who need regular subcutaneous injections, such as diabetics. Also, dissolving microneedles help significantly reducing the amount of hazardous medical waste like needles and syringes as well.
Microneedles are easy to use. Anyone can give themselves an injection.
Microneedles cater to those who need to have frequent subcutaneous injections so that they do not have to waste their time and money traveling to receive services from healthcare profession. It is also a suitable for those who are afraid of needles or do not dare to give themselves injections.
“In the past, many diabetic patients died because they did not dare to give themselves insulin injections, and therefore, were not properly treated. Therefore, microneedles are the answer for this group of people, because patients can inject themselves easily.”
“Microneedles also help extend drugs’ shelf life, as liquid drugs are solidified to be used in the microneedles, thus their shelf life is extended for up to 1-2 more years.
With various microneedle properties, Mr. Chokchai said the innovation will help healthcare profession in providing telemedicine services without patients having to come to the hospitals for their injections in the future, which is really cost inefficient.
How to use “Detachable and Dissolvable Microneedles”
The Detachable and Dissolvable Microneedle set consists of two components: a microneedle patch, and a moisture patch resembling a wet tissue. The application starts with placing the microneedle patch on the skin where the injection is needed. Use your fingers to press all over the sheet so that the needle containing the drug is embedded under the skin. Place the wet patch over the microneedle patch to dissolve it. Leave it for at least 2 minutes for those needle to be detached and dissolved under the skin. Then, peel off the wet and microneedle patches, and it’s done – both conveniently and quickly.
For people who are worried about allergic reactions, Prof. Dr. Supason explained that “the microneedle is made from hyaluronic acid, which is a polymer that is already exist in any human body, so it surely doesn’t cause any allergic reaction. The needle can be used by anyone, but it also depends on the type of drug or vaccine that is injected. If the user is allergic to the drug or vaccine, it is inevitable that there is a chance for an allergic reaction.”
Group of medicines suitable for microneedles
Microneedles can be used with all types of drugs and vaccines injected subcutaneously, whether they are topical, such as anti-acne, anti keloid scarring medicines, or drugs for bodily systems, such as diabetes, migraine, contraception, etc.
“In our Detachable and Dissolvable Microneedles, we can exactly control the dosage, the depth of the skin layer to be injected, and the time for dissolution rate appropriate to the drugs,” Mr. Chokchai said.
Unsuitable drug types for microneedles are those with high dosage, because of the limited size of patches and needles making them too small for high-dose drugs. The proper dose is 1 mg per square centimeter.
Marketing opportunities for microneedles
Mr. Chokchai mentioned that the current development of microneedles is for two markets: the cosmetics market and the pharmaceutical market.
In the cosmetics market, hospitals and cosmetology clinics, both local and overseas, have ordered and used the microneedles, which have already been registered with FDA in Thailand and Europe, with vitamins and skincare agents. In the future, interested parties with drug formulas can commission the company to develop microneedles.
For the pharmaceutical market, the process is at the Proof of Concept stage, and clinical trials are underway in collaboration with the company’s partners before the products are launched at general pharmacies.
“We tested a variety of medications, such as anti-inflammatories for the skin, acne medicines, and blood-glucose-lowering medicines for diabetics, and it worked well. But to sell them, we need to comply with the Food and Drug Administration’s regulations,” Chokchai said.
The innovative Detachable and Dissolvable microneedles can be developed for many types of medicines, such as herbal patches for mosquito bites. The characteristics and components of the microneedles can also be adjusted to match the performance of any specific medicines, such as the size of the needle, or the duration of dissolution.
Dissolvable microneedles will give people wider access to treatment and preventive medicine because there’s no need to be afraid of needles or pain any longer. Now, needles are only minute matters.
For parties interested in developing their existing medicine or treatment formula into soluble microneedles or having an idea to further develop their products into soluble microneedles, please contact Mineed Technology Co., Ltd. Tel. +669-6974-8855 (Mr. Chokchai) or visit https://mineed.tech/
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The first thing Anthony Zhang remembers after the crash is lying on a stretcher wondering why his boots were so tight.
He was looking up at the face of his girlfriend, Gabriela Hernandez, 22, and holding her hand as she sat beside him in the emergency department of UCHealth Medical Center of the Rockies.
“My legs feel tight. So swollen,” Zhang says. “I asked her, ‘Take my boots off. Take my boots off.’”
But Zhang wasn’t wearing boots. By the time he was taken to the hospital in Loveland, his boots had been removed.
Legs ballooning from the impact, Zhang, 23, was feeling the sensation of his nerves in agony as his brain tried to reconcile with the abrupt loss of signal below his navel. The pain was the result of a life-altering double motorcycle crash on Nov. 7. The other rider involved, Jeffery Broomfield, 66, who the Colorado State Patrol says failed to navigate the curve of the road, died at the scene.
Roughly six months later on May 13, Zhang steered his wheelchair out the front door of his ground-level apartment in Longmont to meet Hernandez, as she arrived home from work. Zhang is a former Boulder resident, who now lives in Longmont.
On this average Friday, the couple sat inside, Zhang in his wheelchair and Hernandez on the couch. Zhang talked about how his legs still feel that same tingling sensation. He takes medication three times a day to help relieve the nerve pain.
Recovery has been anything but easy. But Zhang has resolved to keep moving up, even on days when his body screams at him to do less.
“Everyone has a bump in the road or several bumps in the road. It’s not reasonable for anyone to say, ‘My bump is worse than your bump. Your bump is not as bad as mine.’ It doesn’t matter,” Zhang said. “Everyone has to deal with a bump, and it’s how you deal with the bump yourself that defines the rest of your life.”
The crash
Zhang had ridden Buckhorn Road, near Horsetooth Reservoir west of Fort Collins, on his motorcycle more than 10 times.
That’s why as he steered his white Ducati sportbike down the road just before noon on that sunny November day, he knew about the upcoming cattle guards that were about 2 miles ahead. Riding motorcycles in front of him were Hernandez and their friend Jordan Sarco, who was 20 at the time. As Zhang talked with Hernandez via Bluetooth, he was warning her about the grated road obstacle and giving her advice on how to approach it.
“That’s the last thing I remember,” Zhang said. “I was telling her, explaining what the cattle guards are.”
Hernandez remembers rounding the curve of the road and how the line suddenly went dead with a crack.
“I slowed down, and was like ‘Babe? Babe?’” Hernandez said. “I thought it just cut out. I was looking in my rearview mirror and he wasn’t coming behind us.”
Just a moment before, Sarco had seen Broomfield. He remembers giving him a friendly wave, which was reciprocated. When Zhang didn’t appear after a moment, Hernandez and Sarco pulled over, sensing that something was wrong.
“That’s when my heart sank,” Sarco said. “We looked at each other and knew we needed to turn around.”
Flipping back in the other direction, Sarco and Hernandez found Zhang lying on the roadway. One of Zhang’s legs was slung over his toppled motorcycle, his eyes barely open. Hernandez frantically parked her bike, but because the road was on an incline, it fell on top of her. She was so full of adrenaline that she pushed it off without a thought to get to Zhang.
Six months later, talking about that moment when she was kneeling on the road at Zhang’s side makes her voice fill with emotion.
“His eyes were barely open, and they were bloodshot red, I remember,” Hernandez said. “He was mumbling something. I thought he was going to die in that moment.”
Sarco immediately tried calling 911, but couldn’t get a cellphone signal. He was about to drive down the road to try to find reception when another driver passing by stopped and was able to get through to dispatchers.
A motorist, who was a retired military medic, also saw the aftermath of the crash. She instructed Sarco and Hernandez to stay calm and keep Zhang, who was fading in and out of consciousness, alert.
“He didn’t realize what was happening, he didn’t know who he was,” Hernandez said. “He was kind of agitated. He wanted to take his helmet off. I know from all the videos that I watched about riding that you don’t take your helmet off. You don’t move; you just stay there.”
When Hernandez first saw Zhang lying in the roadway, she said she initially thought that he had slid on some loose gravel and crashed. It wasn’t until an ambulance was speeding in their direction that Hernandez and Sarco said one of the passersby who had stopped to help suddenly shouted, “Hey, who is this? Is he with you guys?”
Just off the roadway, Broomfield was also lying there injured. His motorcycle had flown even farther and tumbled down an embankment, coming to a stop in the thick brush.
According to a Colorado State Patrol crash report, Broomfield had been traveling westbound on Buckhorn Road, near milepost 13. The report said the operator of vehicle 1, identified as Broomfield, “failed to negotiate a right curve.” Broomfield’s vehicle exited the left side of the northbound lane and continued to travel in a northwestern direction, entering the path of travel of the operator of vehicle 2, identified as Zhang.
The report says Broomfield’s vehicle struck the right-front side of Zhang’s vehicle, causing them both to be ejected. While Broomfield’s bike left the roadway, Zhang’s vehicle fell on its left side, pinning him beneath it, the report describes.
Hernandez recalls seeing what she thought was a scrap of cloth in the bushes near the road. Her attention, though, was zeroed in on her boyfriend. When the passerby asked them about Broomfield, Hernandez and Sarco realized there was more to the crash.
When the ambulance arrived, Hernandez said, paramedics worked on Broomfield first, since his condition was so critical. She recalled how when there was nothing more they could do, they covered Broomfield’s body and shifted their attention to Zhang.
A relationship with riding
It was Zhang’s motorcycles that caught Hernandez’s eye.
The two both worked at Medtronic and started out as friends. Zhang, whose love language is food, made sure he brought Hernandez lunch every day. He gave her a ride on his motorcycle, a black Kawasaki Ninja 400, and remembers how she clung to him with each curve of the road.
Fellow coworker Eric Enstrom encouraged Zhang to get into riding. By February 2018, Zhang had bought his second bike: a Ducati motorcycle.
Enstrom himself was in a life-altering crash, just before Zhang. On July 20, 2021, Enstrom lost a foot when he was reportedly struck by vehicle while crossing through a Longmont intersection at South Hover Street and Ken Pratt Boulevard.
For Hernandez and Zhang, who started dating in 2020, motorcycle riding was something they did two to three times a week. Hernandez began learning how to ride about a year after they got together. She bought her own bike in February 2021 and received her motorcycle endorsement, which involves passing a written skills test. Zhang also had his motorcycle endorsement. After a trip to Estes Park, they dreamed of exploring new roads that would take them deeper into the mountains.
On the day of the crash, Zhang was excited to show Hernandez and Sarco the Rist Canyon area. The area involves a network of roads that loop around Horsetooth Reservoir. It was among Zhang’s favorite places to ride.
As the more-experienced rider of five years, Zhang wanted to make sure he offered them all the help he could give in navigating the area, which was why they were talking via Bluetooth that day. Sarco had been on the call earlier in the ride, but lost connection before the crash.
“He’s the safest person I know,” Hernandez said of Zhang’s riding style.
37 years of marriage
When her husband, Jeffery Broomfield, went riding, he was usually home by 3 p.m.
So when Kristen Broomfield said it was late afternoon on Nov. 7 and he still wasn’t home, she started to get worried. She had been texting and calling him, but he wasn’t answering.
About 6 p.m., two deputies and a chaplain came to the door of the Broomfields’ Loveland home. They broke the news to her.
Kristen said her husband died doing what he loved. She said he had been riding motorcycles for about 50 years. However, the bike he was riding was brand-new. He had bought it less than 24 hours before the crash.
Kristen and Jeffery had been married for 37 years. She remembers meeting him through a mutual friend and the way his blue eyes seemed to be “twinkling.” He had retired in 2020 after seven years of running his own handyman business and a career in facilities maintenance before that.
Jeffery was a caring person who loved animals. The couple’s 17-year-old tuxedo cat, Billy, died in April.
If there’s anything people should know about her husband after the crash, Kristen said she hopes people understand that it was an accident.
“If he had lived, he would be gone now, because he wouldn’t be able to live with the fact that he had hurt Anthony,” Kristen said. “I know him. He would have been devastated, like I was devastated.”
The road to recovery
The injuries Zhang had when he was admitted to UCHealth Medical Center of the Rockies on the day of the crash were numerous. One of his lungs collapsed, and the second was on the verge of collapsing. He broke two ribs, his right-side clavicle snapped in half, and there was a burst fracture in his spine.
The day after the crash, a doctor told Zhang that the damage to his spine meant he would likely never walk again. Zhang said he wasn’t surprised by the news. When he realized that the pressure he felt on his legs shortly after the crash was not from wearing boots, he knew something was seriously wrong.
In the days following the crash, Zhang wasn’t capable of doing much. He couldn’t hold his cellphone in his hands, turn his body or eat by himself. His father, who like Hernandez, was by Zhang’s side at the hospital, had to sign documents for him.
Zhang endured three surgeries that first week. Two incisions, called a fasciotomy, were made in his left leg to relieve the pressure of mass swelling that was threatening to kill his muscle tissue. The other two surgeries involved fixing his clavicle and installing rods and bolts in his spine, while clearing out bone fragments.
As Zhang was processing what his road to recovery would be like, he thought about the gears of a motorcycle and how “one” is the lowest gear a rider can be in.
“After you’re down at the bottom at one, the only place to go is up,” Zhang said. “If you start going down more, it’s not easy to get out of that pit.”
Eight days after his crash, Zhang willed himself to stop taking the painkillers that had provided so much relief and also so much constipation. With his birthday coming up, he wanted to be able to eat a meal Hernandez was bringing him from one of his favorite restaurants, Aoi Sushi & Izakaya in Boulder. He couldn’t do that with his stomach in knots, so when medical staff brought him a painkiller in the morning, he told them to take it away.
His tenacity paid off. On his 23rd birthday, Zhang ate pretty well.
Staying in that mindset wasn’t always easy though. The physical and mental challenges he took on could fill a book.
The first time he transitioned from his hospital bed to a standup wheelchair, roughly two weeks after the crash, he began sweating profusely and nearly passed out from the effort. It was the most activity he had managed since before the crash.
As he built up his physical strength, Zhang faced other obstacles.
In those early days after he was finally able to come home, Zhang felt depressed. He was navigating a new life in which he had no control of his body below his belly button. Suddenly, the ample hospital resources to help him with incontinence, equipment for physical therapy and some of the medications he had been taking were no longer there.
“Even those small things were really huge when I came back home, after spending a month in trauma care and two months in acute rehab,” Zhang said. “All of a sudden, I’m back in real life. That hit hard.”
Despite the new challenges he now faced, Zhang kept changing gears.
“He is a very strong-minded person,” Hernandez said. “That’s what I have always loved about him. He stayed strong and worked his hardest.”
Every Tuesday, Zhang goes to physical therapy to continue to advance his strength. He has his mind set on being able to effortlessly pop his body out of his wheelchair. To transition from his wheelchair now, he uses a board that he slides his body across.
While his major focus has been his recovery, Zhang is also taking courses in IT, with hopes of landing a job in the industry down the line.
Sarco has talked with Zhang a few times since the crash. He noticed that his friend’s sense of humor hasn’t faded.
When Sarco thinks back to the crash that day, it’s a vivid and unpleasant memory. But, he doesn’t want the story to fade.
Sarco wants people to know what happened. As the weather warms and more motorcyclists return to the road, Sarco hopes people know what can happen. He wants vehicle and motorcycle operators alike to eliminate distractions so that they can put their full focus into protecting those around them.
“People don’t pay attention enough, and it feels like people don’t respect the lives that are underneath those helmets,” Sarco said.
To help:
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Report: Top Southern Baptists stonewalled sex abuse victims
Leaders of the Southern Baptist Convention, America’s largest Protestant denomination, stonewalled and denigrated survivors of clergy sex abuse over almost two decades while seeking to protect their own reputations, according to a scathing 288-page investigative report issued Sunday.
These survivors, and other concerned Southern Baptists, repeatedly shared allegations with the SBC’s Executive Committee, “only to be met, time and time again, with resistance, stonewalling, and even outright hostility from some within the EC,” said the report.
The seven-month investigation was conducted by Guidepost Solutions, an independent firm contracted by the Executive Committee after delegates to last year’s national meeting pressed for an independent probe.
“Our investigation revealed that, for many years, a few senior EC leaders, along with outside counsel, largely controlled the EC’s response to these reports of abuse ... and were singularly focused on avoiding liability for the SBC,” the report said.
“In service of this goal, survivors and others who reported abuse were ignored, disbelieved, or met with the constant refrain that the SBC could take no action due to its polity regarding church autonomy – even if it meant that convicted molesters continued in ministry with no notice or warning to their current church or congregation,” the report added.
SBC President Ed Litton, in a statement Sunday, said he is “grieved to my core” for the victims and thanked God for their work propelling the SBC to this moment. He called on Southern Baptists to lament and prepare to change the denomination’s culture and implement reforms.
“I pray Southern Baptists will begin preparing today to take deliberate action to address these failures and chart a new course when we meet together in Anaheim,” Litton said
Among the key recommendations in the report:
— Form an independent commission and later establish a permanent administrative entity to oversee comprehensive long-term reforms concerning sexual abuse and related misconduct within the SBC.
—Create and maintain an Offender Information System to alert the community to known offenders.
— Provide a comprehensive Resource Toolbox including protocols, training, education, and practical information.
—Restrict the use of nondisclosure agreements and civil settlements which bind survivors to confidentiality in sexual abuse matters, unless requested by the survivor.
The sex abuse scandal was thrust into the spotlight in 2019 by a landmark report from the Houston Chronicle and San Antonio Express-News documenting hundreds of cases in Southern Baptist churches, including several in which alleged perpetrators remained in ministry.
Last year, thousands of delegates at the national SBC gathering sent the message that they did not want the Executive Committee to oversee an investigation of its own actions. Instead they voted overwhelmingly to create the task force charged with providing oversight of the third-party review. SBC President Ed Litton, pastor of Redemption Church in Saraland, Alabama, appointed the panel.
Executive Committee members have had a week to review the report before it was publicly released Sunday afternoon. The task force’s recommendations based on Guidepost’s findings will be presented at the SBC’s annual meeting in Anaheim on June 14-15.
In February, the Executive Committee offered a public apology and a confidential monetary settlement to sexual abuse survivor Jennifer Lyell, who was mischaracterized by the denomination’s in-house news service when she decided to go public with her story in March 2019.
Lyell publicly disclosed that she was a sexual abuse survivor after learning the man she accused of abuse, a former Southern Baptist seminary professor, had recently returned to ministry. She said she came forward with her story to prevent the man from engaging in further abusive acts.
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One taken to hospital after motorcycle crash on Sumner Ave. in Springfield
SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WGGB/WSHM) -- One person was taken to the hospital after a crash...
www.westernmassnews.comSPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WGGB/WSHM) -- One person was taken to the hospital after a crash...
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INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — A military plane carrying enough specialty infant formula for more than half a million baby bottles arrived Sunday in Indianapolis, the first of several flights expected from Europe aimed at relieving a shortage that has sent parents scrambling to find enough to feed their children.
President Joe Biden authorized the use of Air Force planes for the effort, dubbed “Operation Fly Formula,” because no commercial flights were available.
The formula weighed 78,000 pounds (35,380 kilograms), White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre told reporters aboard Air Force One as Biden flew from South Korea to Japan.
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack was in Indianapolis to greet the arrival of the first shipment.
The flights are intended to provide “some incremental relief in the coming days” as the government works on a more lasting response to the shortage, Brian Deese, director of the White House National Economic Council, said Sunday.
Deese told CNN’s “State of the Union” that Sunday’s flight brought 15% of the specialty medical grade formula needed in the U.S., and because of various actions by the government, people should see “more formula in stores starting as early as this week.”
Longer term, he said, the U.S. needs more formula providers “so that no individual company has this much control over supply chains.”
The Biden administration has struggled to address the nationwide shortage of formula, particularly hypoallergenic varieties. The crisis follows the closure of the nation’s largest domestic manufacturing plant in Michigan in February due to safety issues.
The White House has said 132 pallets of Nestle Health Science Alfamino Infant and Alfamino Junior formula was to leave Ramstein Air Base in Germany for the U.S. Another 114 pallets of Gerber Good Start Extensive HA formula were expected to arrive in the coming days. Altogether, about 1.5 million 8-ounce bottles of the three formulas, which are hypoallergenic for children with cow’s milk protein allergies, are expected to arrive this week.
Indianapolis was chosen because it is a Nestle distribution hub. The formula will be offloaded into FedEx semitractor-trailers and taken to a Nestle distribution center about a mile away where the company will do a standard quality control check before distributing the supplies to hospitals, pharmacies and doctor’s offices, according to an administration official on site.
Nestle said that over the past few months it has worked “around the clock” to address the formula shortage and help meet demand.
“We have significantly increased the amount of our formulas available to consumers by ramping up production and accelerating general product availability to retailers and online, as well as through hospitals and home health care for those most vulnerable,” the company said in a release.
“At Nestle we are absolutely committed to doing everything we can to get parents and caregivers the formula they need so their children can thrive,” it added. “We prioritized these products because they serve a critical medical purpose as they are for children with cow’s milk protein allergies.”
Under “Operation Fly Formula,” the Department of Agriculture and the Department of Health and Human Services are authorized to request Department of Defense support to pick up overseas infant formula that meets U.S. health and safety standards, so it can get to store shelves faster, according to the USDA.
Alfamino is primarily available through hospitals and home health care companies that serve patients at home.
U.S. regulators and the manufacturer, Abbott Nutrition, hope to have its Michigan plant reopened next week, but it will take about two months before product is ready for delivery. The Food and Drug Administration this week eased importation requirements for baby formula to try to ease the supply crunch, which has left store shelves void of some brands and some retailers rationing supply for parents nervous about feeding their children. | https://fox5sandiego.com/news/national-news/78000-pounds-of-infant-formula-arrives-in-us/ | 2022-05-22T21:39:36Z | https://fox5sandiego.com/news/national-news/78000-pounds-of-infant-formula-arrives-in-us/ | true | 59 |
Accretive Wealth Partners LLC grew its position in Meta Platforms, Inc. (NASDAQ:FB – Get Rating) by 4.3% in the fourth quarter, according to the company in its most recent Form 13F filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission. The institutional investor owned 4,312 shares of the social networking company’s stock after buying an additional 176 shares during the quarter. Accretive Wealth Partners LLC’s holdings in Meta Platforms were worth $1,450,000 at the end of the most recent quarter.
Other large investors have also recently added to or reduced their stakes in the company. Barnett & Company Inc. increased its position in Meta Platforms by 105.0% during the 4th quarter. Barnett & Company Inc. now owns 82 shares of the social networking company’s stock worth $28,000 after purchasing an additional 42 shares in the last quarter. Evolution Advisers Inc. purchased a new stake in shares of Meta Platforms during the fourth quarter worth about $48,000. Horan Securities Inc. acquired a new position in shares of Meta Platforms in the fourth quarter valued at approximately $53,000. Maryland Capital Advisors Inc. purchased a new position in shares of Meta Platforms during the fourth quarter valued at approximately $58,000. Finally, Leverty Financial Group LLC acquired a new stake in Meta Platforms during the fourth quarter worth approximately $60,000. 65.49% of the stock is owned by institutional investors and hedge funds.
A number of analysts have issued reports on FB shares. KeyCorp decreased their price target on Meta Platforms from $420.00 to $280.00 and set an “overweight” rating on the stock in a research note on Thursday, February 3rd. Canaccord Genuity Group lowered their target price on shares of Meta Platforms from $360.00 to $330.00 in a report on Thursday, April 28th. Atlantic Securities cut their price target on shares of Meta Platforms from $420.00 to $360.00 and set an “overweight” rating on the stock in a research note on Thursday, February 3rd. Truist Financial lowered their price objective on shares of Meta Platforms from $350.00 to $320.00 in a research note on Thursday, April 28th. Finally, Morgan Stanley increased their target price on Meta Platforms from $325.00 to $330.00 and gave the stock an “overweight” rating in a research report on Thursday, April 28th. One analyst has rated the stock with a sell rating, fourteen have assigned a hold rating, thirty-three have issued a buy rating and one has assigned a strong buy rating to the company. Based on data from MarketBeat.com, the company presently has a consensus rating of “Buy” and an average price target of $315.28.
Shares of NASDAQ:FB traded up $2.25 during trading hours on Friday, hitting $193.54. The stock had a trading volume of 31,438,813 shares, compared to its average volume of 39,621,968. The stock’s fifty day simple moving average is $208.18 and its 200 day simple moving average is $263.89. The firm has a market capitalization of $523.78 billion, a price-to-earnings ratio of 14.64, a PEG ratio of 1.21 and a beta of 1.37. Meta Platforms, Inc. has a 1-year low of $169.00 and a 1-year high of $384.33.
Meta Platforms (NASDAQ:FB – Get Rating) last issued its quarterly earnings results on Wednesday, April 27th. The social networking company reported $2.72 earnings per share for the quarter, topping analysts’ consensus estimates of $2.66 by $0.06. Meta Platforms had a net margin of 31.20% and a return on equity of 28.74%. During the same period last year, the company posted $3.30 earnings per share. On average, sell-side analysts anticipate that Meta Platforms, Inc. will post 11.63 EPS for the current fiscal year.
Meta Platforms Company Profile (Get Rating)
Meta Platforms, Inc develops products that enable people to connect and share with friends and family through mobile devices, personal computers, virtual reality headsets, wearables, and in-home devices worldwide. It operates in two segments, Family of Apps and Reality Labs. The Family of Apps segment's products include Facebook, which enables people to share, discover, and connect with interests; Instagram, a community for sharing photos, videos, and private messages, as well as feed, stories, reels, video, live, and shops; Messenger, a messaging application for people to connect with friends, family, groups, and businesses across platforms and devices through chat, audio and video calls, and rooms; and WhatsApp, a messaging application that is used by people and businesses to communicate and transact privately.
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Dolphins will have joint practices with Buccaneers
Mike McDaniel’s first summer as the Dolphins head coach will include joint practices with a pair of NFC teams. The Eagles announced that they’ll be working in Miami ahead of the third preseason game of the summer and McDaniel said at a...
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The Federal Government (FG), at the weekend, said its drafting 6 regulations on midstream and downstream operations to bring clarity, improve business processes and ease of doing business in the oil and gas sector.
The Chief Executive, Nigeria Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA), Farouk Ahmed, made the disclosure in a meeting with members of the Independent Petroleum Producers Group (IPPG) in Abuja.
According to him, the regulations are; Gas Pricing, Environmental Management Plan, Environmental Remediation Fund, Decommissioning and Abandonment, Gas Infrastructure Fund and Natural Gas Pipeline Tariff.
He explained that a Working Team chaired by Mr Ogbugo K. Ukoha, Executive Director, Distribution Systems, Storage & Retailing Infrastructure (DSSRI) was set up to review the draft regulations, engage and consult stakeholders for smooth implementation when released.
Ahmed further stated that “One of our key concerns is boosting local refining. Dangote and BUA refineries are coming on board; however, we want to see more companies investing in refineries so we can stop the importation of refined petroleum products, save our foreign earnings, create jobs and add value to the economy.’’
However, he commended the gradual growth of indigenous players in local exploration and production of petroleum products.
Earlier, the IPPG Chairman, Mr Abdulrazaq Isa, said the IPPG was an association of 25 indigenous Exploration and Production (E&P) companies with the vision to promote the continued development of the Nigerian Petroleum Industry for the benefit of industry stakeholders and the nation.
Isa noted that timely communication with industry players was important at a time where the Authority is going through a transition period.
IPPG called on the NMDPRA to, as a matter of urgency, enact regulations on tariffs, domestic gas and clear license issuance modalities amongst others.
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If you want to keep your job and excel in your career, you need to do as I say,” Janet Abegunde’s boss said to her one fateful day. Miss Abegunde, a 24-year-old accountant who had just gotten her first job in one of the new generation banks, said she fell into depression after her boss sexually harassed her.FG to release six regulations on midstream, downstream operations
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Marlins first. Jazz Chisholm Jr. walks. Jesus Aguilar doubles to left field. Jazz Chisholm Jr. to third. Garrett Cooper out on a sacrifice fly to deep left field to Marcell Ozuna. Jazz Chisholm Jr. scores. Avisail Garcia flies out to right field to Travis Demeritte. Brian Anderson pops out to shallow center field to Ozzie Albies.
1 run, 1 hit, 0 errors, 1 left on. Marlins 1, Braves 0.
Braves fifth. Ozzie Albies reaches on error to deep left center field, advances to 3rd. Fielding error by Jesus Sanchez. Austin Riley strikes out swinging. Dansby Swanson singles to shallow right field. Ozzie Albies scores. Adam Duvall walks. Travis Demeritte strikes out swinging. Ronald Acuna Jr. singles to shallow infield. Adam Duvall to second. Dansby Swanson to third. Matt Olson grounds out to shortstop, Erik Gonzalez to Jesus Aguilar.
1 run, 2 hits, 1 error, 3 left on. Braves 1, Marlins 1.
Marlins sixth. Garrett Cooper walks. Avisail Garcia grounds out to shallow infield, Austin Riley to Matt Olson. Garrett Cooper to second. Brian Anderson singles to left center field. Garrett Cooper scores. Jesus Sanchez pops out to shallow left field to Austin Riley. Bryan De La Cruz grounds out to third base, Austin Riley to Matt Olson.
1 run, 1 hit, 0 errors, 1 left on. Marlins 2, Braves 1.
Marlins seventh. Erik Gonzalez singles to deep left field. Jacob Stallings singles to left center field. Erik Gonzalez scores. Joe Dunand hit by pitch. Jacob Stallings to second. Jesus Aguilar singles to deep right field. Joe Dunand to second. Jacob Stallings to third. Garrett Cooper strikes out swinging. Avisail Garcia out on a sacrifice fly to right field to Travis Demeritte. Joe Dunand to third. Jacob Stallings scores. Brian Anderson flies out to deep right field to Travis Demeritte.
2 runs, 3 hits, 1 error, 2 left on. Marlins 4, Braves 1.
Braves ninth. Travis d'Arnaud doubles to deep left field. Ozzie Albies doubles to deep right field. Travis d'Arnaud scores. Austin Riley flies out to deep right field to Avisail Garcia. Ozzie Albies to third. Dansby Swanson grounds out to shortstop, Joe Dunand to Jesus Aguilar. Ozzie Albies scores. Adam Duvall pops out to shallow infield to Jacob Stallings.
2 runs, 2 hits, 1 error, 0 left on. Marlins 4, Braves 3. | https://www.newstimes.com/sports/article/Atlanta-Miami-Runs-17190890.php | 2022-05-22T21:57:17Z | https://www.newstimes.com/sports/article/Atlanta-Miami-Runs-17190890.php | false | 29 |
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