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Looking at the universe of stocks we cover at Dividend Channel, on 5/31/22, M & T Bank Corp (Symbol: MTB), Interactive Brokers Group Inc - Class A (Symbol: IBKR), and Hartford Financial Services Group Inc. (Symbol: HIG) will all trade ex-dividend for their respective upcoming dividends. M & T Bank Corp will pay its quarterly dividend of $1.20 on 6/30/22, Interactive Brokers Group Inc - Class A will pay its quarterly dividend of $0.10 on 6/14/22, and Hartford Financial Services Group Inc. will pay its quarterly dividend of $0.385 on 7/5/22. As a percentage of MTB's recent stock price of $179.51, this dividend works out to approximately 0.67%, so look for shares of M & T Bank Corp to trade 0.67% lower — all else being equal — when MTB shares open for trading on 5/31/22. Similarly, investors should look for IBKR to open 0.17% lower in price and for HIG to open 0.54% lower, all else being equal.
Below are dividend history charts for MTB, IBKR, and HIG, showing historical dividends prior to the most recent ones declared.
M & T Bank Corp (Symbol: MTB):
Interactive Brokers Group Inc - Class A (Symbol: IBKR):
Hartford Financial Services Group Inc. (Symbol: HIG):
In general, dividends are not always predictable, following the ups and downs of company profits over time. Therefore, a good first due diligence step in forming an expectation of annual yield going forward, is looking at the history above, for a sense of stability over time. This can help in judging whether the most recent dividends from these companies are likely to continue. If they do continue, the current estimated yields on annualized basis would be 2.67% for M & T Bank Corp, 0.67% for Interactive Brokers Group Inc - Class A, and 2.17% for Hartford Financial Services Group Inc..
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In Friday trading, M & T Bank Corp shares are currently up about 1%, Interactive Brokers Group Inc - Class A shares are up about 0.9%, and Hartford Financial Services Group Inc. shares are up about 0.5% on the day.
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Native American students in southern Utah donned beaded caps and eagle feathers at high school graduations this week, months after the state passed a law enshrining their right to wear tribal regalia at the ceremonies.
Utah is among a growing list of states where lawmakers have responded to reports of Native American students being barred from wearing beaded caps or eagle feathers at graduation by passing laws to stop school districts from banning them.
Native American students, advocates and attorneys argue that the right to wear regalia to celebrate milestones is an important cultural and spiritual practice for many tribes throughout the United States.
In 2021, Arizona Governor Doug Ducey signed a bill into law that guarantees students the right to wear tribal regalia at graduation ceremonies. | https://www.knau.org/knau-and-arizona-news/2022-05-27/native-students-exercise-right-to-wear-regalia-at-graduation | 2022-05-27T15:23:23Z | https://www.knau.org/knau-and-arizona-news/2022-05-27/native-students-exercise-right-to-wear-regalia-at-graduation | false | null |
It's time to get defensive on U.S. equities amid "significantly" rising recession risks, according to Citigroup. The global asset allocation team downgraded U.S. equities to neutral amid troubling signs — including disquieting signs in the stock market and hawkish guidance from the Federal Reserve chair — despite not technically holding a recession in its base case. "While typically equities only peak shortly before the start of a recession, this time it may happen earlier than we expected, potentially because we have elements of a deflating bubble," a Thursday note read. "We therefore cut our US equity allocation back to neutral, but stay long China and UK against Europe." The analysts issued their downgrade as stocks remain off their highs despite a bounce this week that could result in the first positive week in roughly two months. The S & P 500 briefly slipped into bear market territory last week. The Nasdaq Composite is about 26% off its 52-week high. Citigroup economists believe there is just a 30% likelihood of a recession, and just 10% probability of stagflation, meaning there's a 60% to 50% probability of a soft landing for the economy. Stock market to cause the recession? However, signs of a deflating bubble comparable to the one during the 2001 recession are troubling analysts. Stocks typically peak just before a recession, but the recent poor performance of the S & P 500 suggests that equities are underperforming much earlier than expected for a recession that is not likely at least in the next six months, analysts said. The declines in the broad market index suggests that stocks could be in a deflating bubble akin to the one before the 2001 recession, when stocks also declined much earlier than when the economic downturn actually occurred, analysts said. They noted that 40% of GDP has already disappeared, compared to just 30% during the 2001 bubble. "And, in the end, it was the deflating bubble that caused the recession," the note read. "While we would note that the potential wealth effect is cushioned by the fact that housing is still strong, and that the savings ratio never fell as much as it did during the 2000s (i.e. the wealth was not spent to the same extent), we would still see that as an ominous sign," analysts continued. Other signs also persist including hawkish guidance from Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell, who highlighted his resolve in an appearance last week that he will not "hesitate" to back interest rate hikes to curb inflation. "At his most optimistic, he talked about a soft'ish' landing; at his more pessimistic, he spoke about possible pain in the labor market. It did not sound very comforting," the note read. "When the person in charge of preventing a recession expects a recession we listen." Analysts are also taking note of the brief inversion in the yields on the 2-year and 10-year Treasury notes. Investors take the inversion as a possible warning sign of a recession, though the signal does not necessarily predict when a downturn will occur. "In any case, our rates strategists do expect that we may reinvert sooner rather than later," the note read. Where to buy Still, there are some sectors in U.S. equities that offer a defensive tilt. Citigroup analysts are overweight healthcare and energy stocks that tend to outperform during recessions compared to financials and technology. Outside of the U.S., analysts said they prefer China equities because of expected fiscal stimulus measures that have so far been "somewhat disappointing. Still, analysts appreciate the country is "the only major market where authorities are at least marginally supportive." They also prefer UK equities compared to European equities, especially as the UK is less affected by rising oil prices than the Eurozone. Analysts also believe high recession risks in Europe are yet to be fully priced in. | https://www.cnbc.com/2022/05/27/citigroup-downgrades-us-equities-says-get-defensive-because-of-deflating-bubble.html | 2022-05-27T15:31:30Z | https://www.cnbc.com/2022/05/27/citigroup-downgrades-us-equities-says-get-defensive-because-of-deflating-bubble.html | false | 1 |
Denver Nuggets star Nikola Jokic plans to sign a five-year, $260 million supermax contract extension when it is offered in July, sources told The Athletic.
The two-time reigning NBA MVP publicly stated his desire to sign an extension in late April. Strahinja and Nemanja Jokic — Nikola's brothers — met with Nuggets general manager Calvin Booth and assistant GM Tommy Balcetis in recent days to discuss the team’s future. All sides, sources say, left the meeting aligned in their vision.
Denver's front office has a different look this offseason after team president Tim Connelly left to join the Minnesota Timberwolves on a five-year, $40 million deal that will eventually give him equity in the organization. Jokic has reiterated his long-term commitment to the franchise this week in the wake of Connelly's exit.
For more on what's next for the Nuggets, read Shams Charania and Sam Amick's full story in the "Go Deeper" section below.
(Photo: Bart Young / NBAE via Getty Images) | https://theathletic.com/news/nuggets-nikola-jokic-contract/j6lCL1VUZTnd/ | 2022-05-27T15:34:04Z | https://theathletic.com/news/nuggets-nikola-jokic-contract/j6lCL1VUZTnd/ | false | 1 |
It’s Carb Day at the Indianapolis 500!
The annual celebration marks the Friday before the race. The tradition dates back to several years ago, when teams used it as their final chance to tune their carburetors before the 500
Carb Day provides the last chance for teams to practice at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Other events include the Pit Stop Challenge and the Miller Lite Carb Day Concert.
The events set the stage for today’s episode of Countdown to Indy. Chris Widlic and Dave Griffiths will break down the field of 33.
Our Alexa Ross will talk to driver Santino Ferrucci, who will start 15th in this year’s race.
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Known for her role as Alex Dupe in the series One Tree Hill, actress Jana Kramer recently split with her boyfriend, Ian Schinelli, a fitness trainer by profession. The breakup, however, was terrible as Schinelli called her manipulative and toxic.
Reacting to his comments, Kramer claimed that Schinelli was twisting the story. She further accused Schinelli of infidelity, stating that she had discovered from many women that she was not the only one during their relationship.
Kramer also added that she did not react to their breakup because Schinelli lied about cheating on his ex-wife. Kramer befriended the ex-wife and wanted to protect her privacy, for which she kept mum. However, now the ex-wife has permitted Kramer to speak on her behalf.
Continuing the argument, Jana Kramer said that Schinelli was lying about the whole situation. He is angry that she has figured out his lies and is, thus, twisting the story. She added that she is happy and moving on with life, and her ex should do the same.
Schinelli, on the other hand, insisted that he never cheated on Jana. He declared that he went all in, felt vulnerable and gave Kramer everything. He also claimed that he apologized to his ex-wife and admitted his mistakes.
Furthermore, he also stated that Kramer's behaviour during their relationship was toxic. He claimed that he tried to be understanding, given her divorce from her ex-husband, Mike Caussin. However, she constantly made him feel guilty and forbade him from contacting other women. Now that he has walked away due to such behaviour, she uses his secrets and information against him.
Talking about her behaviour, Schinelli added that she objected to his going to the gym and asked him to work out at home. She would also make him feel bad about doing things that he enjoyed. He thought of sacrificing his happiness for her sake. He claimed that she forbade him to be around other women. She also manipulated him into doing her bidding. He said that such behaviour might stem from her past.
In the end, Schinelli commented that Kramer wrote him a three-page letter to get back together, but he disagreed as he did not want to reconcile.
Besides starring in One Tree Hill, Jana Kramer is also known for her songs 'Beautiful Lies' and 'I Got the Boy. On the other hand, Jana Kramer's ex, Ian Schinelli, is a former Navy SEAL.
Reacting to his comments, Kramer claimed that Schinelli was twisting the story. She further accused Schinelli of infidelity, stating that she had discovered from many women that she was not the only one during their relationship.
Kramer also added that she did not react to their breakup because Schinelli lied about cheating on his ex-wife. Kramer befriended the ex-wife and wanted to protect her privacy, for which she kept mum. However, now the ex-wife has permitted Kramer to speak on her behalf.
Continuing the argument, Jana Kramer said that Schinelli was lying about the whole situation. He is angry that she has figured out his lies and is, thus, twisting the story. She added that she is happy and moving on with life, and her ex should do the same.
Schinelli, on the other hand, insisted that he never cheated on Jana. He declared that he went all in, felt vulnerable and gave Kramer everything. He also claimed that he apologized to his ex-wife and admitted his mistakes.
Furthermore, he also stated that Kramer's behaviour during their relationship was toxic. He claimed that he tried to be understanding, given her divorce from her ex-husband, Mike Caussin. However, she constantly made him feel guilty and forbade him from contacting other women. Now that he has walked away due to such behaviour, she uses his secrets and information against him.
Talking about her behaviour, Schinelli added that she objected to his going to the gym and asked him to work out at home. She would also make him feel bad about doing things that he enjoyed. He thought of sacrificing his happiness for her sake. He claimed that she forbade him to be around other women. She also manipulated him into doing her bidding. He said that such behaviour might stem from her past.
In the end, Schinelli commented that Kramer wrote him a three-page letter to get back together, but he disagreed as he did not want to reconcile.
Besides starring in One Tree Hill, Jana Kramer is also known for her songs 'Beautiful Lies' and 'I Got the Boy. On the other hand, Jana Kramer's ex, Ian Schinelli, is a former Navy SEAL.
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Non-profit works to strengthen AAPI advocacy and community
CINCINNATI, May 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) Foundation's Racial Equity Fund (the fund) announced today a $1 million grant to The Asian American Foundation (TAAF). As a convener, incubator and funder committed to accelerating opportunity and prosperity for Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) communities, TAAF's undertaking strongly aligns with the goals set forth in Kroger's Framework for Action: Diversity, Equity & Inclusion.
"The Kroger Foundation's generous commitment to the safety and well-being of AAPI communities is so important in this moment, both as anti-AAPI violence continues to surge, and as acts of violence targeting marginalized Americans are taking place at alarming rates," said TAAF CEO Norman Chen, "It was two years ago this week that George Floyd was murdered, one year ago that the Atlanta spa-shootings occurred, and still acts of mass violence that are leaving communities of color wondering if we'll ever feel safe in America — if we'll ever feel that we belong. At TAAF, we want to create that permanent sense of belonging that is free from discrimination, slander and violence, and so we are grateful to have The Kroger Foundation's support as we pursue that all-too-important mission."
Established in May 2021, TAAF is committed to serving AAPI communities by building the infrastructure needed to improve AAPI advocacy, power and representation. TAAF seeks to help fill critical gaps of support for AAPIs, as less than 0.5 percent of charitable giving from foundations goes to AAPI communities. TAAF wants to help be a catalyst for changing that history of underinvestment, and the organization is focused on a number of strategic priority areas including combating anti-AAPI hate, education, narrative change, cross-racial solidarity, and unlocking more resources for AAPI communities.
"TAAF's work is in lockstep with the Kroger Foundation's commitment to build more equitable, inclusive communities," said Keith Dailey, president of The Kroger Co. Foundation and Kroger's group vice president of corporate affairs. "The Kroger Foundation is proud to stand with TAAF in its mission to end the cycle of hate and create belonging in the AAPI community, and to increase awareness around anti-Asian bias, harassment and violence. Our Foundation is proud to play a small role in advancing their efforts."
The contribution was celebrated at an event sponsored by Kroger's Asian Associate Resource Group (ARG) to honor AAPI Heritage Month, featuring Kroger Board Director Secretary Elaine Chao. Celebrating its 10th anniversary, the Asian ARG was established by Kroger Asian associates with a to mission to recruit and retain Asian talent by providing belonging.
In 2021, as part of Kroger's Framework for Action: Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, Kroger allocated $5 million to The Kroger Co. Foundation to establish a new Racial Equity Fund with the vision to create more equitable communities by being the spark that ignites innovative solutions. In 2022, the company contributed an additional $5 million to the Fund to further advance race equity in America.
To learn more about these efforts, visit: TheKrogerCo.com/StandingTogether.
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At The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR), we are dedicated to our Purpose: to Feed the Human Spirit™. We are, across our family of companies, nearly half a million associates who serve over nine million customers daily through a seamless digital shopping experience and 2,800 retail food stores under a variety of banner names, serving America through food inspiration and uplift, and creating #ZeroHungerZeroWaste communities by 2025. To learn more about us, visit our newsroom and investor relations site.
About The Asian American Foundation
The Asian American Foundation (TAAF) is a convener, incubator, and funder committed to accelerating opportunity and prosperity for AAPI communities. TAAF supports advocates and organizations committed to AAPI causes so that together we can more effectively take action against hate and violence, and build the infrastructure needed to improve AAPI advocacy, power, and representation across American society. We were founded to solve for the longstanding lack of investment and resources provided to AAPI communities and we strive to be a catalyzing force for creating a permanent and irrevocable sense of belonging for the 23 million Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders living in the United States. For additional information about TAAF, please visit www.taaf.org.
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New Delhi [India], May 27 (ANI): Oil India Limited (OIL) has posted a net profit of Rs 3,887.31 crore for the year ended March 2022, which is 123.20 per cent higher when compared with Rs 1741.59 crore profit recorded in the previous year.
Talking to ANI, SC Mishra, CMD, Oil India Limited, said that one of the reasons behind the record profit is high crude oil and gas prices.
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Mishra said that 8 billion Rubles of dividend from Russian projects is stuck due to the war between Russia and Ukraine.
There is no aggressive plan to buy Russian projects as the government is reviewing the investment prospects in Russia, he said.
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Talking about the crude oil price outlook, Mishra said oil prices are expected to come down to $80-90 in some time.
Oil India's turnover of Rs14,530.18 crore during 2021-22 is also the highest ever. The turnover during 2020-21 was Rs 8,604.90 crore.
For Q4 2021-22 also, the Turnover and PAT have increased by 73.85 per cent and 92.32 per cent, respectively over Q4 last financial year. The Earnings Per Share (EPS) for FY22 increased to Rs 35.85/share from Rs 16.06/share for FY 21.
The consolidated turnover of OIL's group companies has increased to Rs 30,011.20 crore in 2021-22 from Rs 22,484.13 crore in the last financial year.
Group PAT of OIL for the year 2021-22 also increased to Rs 6,719.21 crore from Rs 4,145.97 crore in 2020-21.
Average crude oil price realisation for 2021-22 improved to US$ 78.96/ barrel from USD 43.98/ barrel in 2020-21, an increase of about 80 per cent.
The average natural gas price for 2021-22 was marginally higher at USD 2.35/ MMBTU vis-a-vis USD 2.09/ MMBTU for 2020-21.
The company has achieved the highest ever natural gas production of 3045 MMSCM in 2021-22, an increase of 15.25 per cent over last year. Natural gas production in Q4 of 2021-22 was also higher by 13.1 per cent over the corresponding period last year.
Crude oil production during 2021-22 also increased by 1.6 per cent, from 2.96 MMT in 2020-21 to 3.01 MMT in 2021-22. The growth in crude oil production in Q4 2021-22 is 4.2 per cent over the corresponding period last year.
Two new hydrocarbon discoveries were made during 2021-22 in Tinsukia district of Assam.
The Board has recommended a final dividend of Rs.5/share for FY22. The Company has earlier paid an interim dividend of Rs.9.25/share for FY 22. The total dividend for the year will be Rs14.25/ share.
Mishra said that four major infrastructure projects were also commissioned in the State of Assam during 2021-22 which will further enhance the oil and gas production capabilities of the company.
The Company is currently drilling its deepest onshore well at Sadiya in Assam which will be about 6500 M deep. (ANI)
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A Niagara Falls man turned amateur detective recently after multiple boxes of pricey comic books were stolen from his storage locker.
On Jan. 31, thieves broke into several units at a storage facility on Dorchester Road, including a unit belonging to John Roma.
“My collection is something I worked very long to build and something I was very proud of,” Roma said.
“When I got the news that my storage unit was broken into, it was devastating to hear.”
The culprits stole more than $10,000 in comic books.
After the break-in, Roma checked out local comic book stores and pawn shops, and scoured the internet in search of his stolen property.
In February, he came across what he believed to be one of his comics listed for sale on Facebook Marketplace.
“As a collector you become aware of what is yours,” he said. “You look for markings … something I know that was mine and, sure enough, there was a posting of comic books for sale and I knew one of the books was mine because it had peculiar markings on the title of the book.”
Posing as a potential buyer, he arranged to meet with the “seller” at a local coffee shop to negotiate a sale.
He asked the seller to bring any comics she had as he was interested in making an offer on multiple books.
When she arrived, carrying a suitcase and accompanied by a second individual, Roma quickly snapped a cellphone photo of the car and licence plate.
“Then I greeted them at the door,” he recalled.
When the woman opened the suitcase, Roma knew instantly the book on the top of the pile was his as it was the one with the specific markings on the cover.
“I asked them, ‘How would you like to handle this?’ and you could see by the expression on their faces they thought they were going to get money.”
Instead, he told them he was keeping the books and he was calling police.
“They were both shocked and I was shaking, but shaking in anger because I was ready for a duel with the guy if he began any trouble.”
The duo were subsequently arrested without incident.
In Ontario Court of Justice in St. Catharines on Wednesday, Brandon Seguin pleaded guilty to several theft-related charges, including breaking into Roma’s storage unit, and was sentenced to 121 days in jail.
“It is astounding the amount of loss he has caused members of his community,” Judge Joseph Nadel said.
“I’m confident, to the extent he was able to flog any of this stuff that wasn’t otherwise recovered, that he would get pennies on the dollar. It is tremendous waste.”
Court heard the 28-year-old defendant and a female accomplice pulled up to the storage compound in a stolen car and cut a hole in a fence to access the area.
In addition to the comic books, they also stole $5,000 in vinyl albums, an eight-track player and a record player from another unit.
Seguin also pleaded guilty to several unrelated theft charges.
In November 2021, court heard, he stole a variety of items including a laptop computer, gaming system and jewelry from a Lundy’s Lane motel room.
In February, he pilfered luggage and backpacks from a vehicle parked in a hotel parking lot.
All the break-ins and the theft from the vehicle were captured by surveillance video, which showed the defendant, who has several facial tattoos.
“He has no skills and no way to make his way in the world other than by stealing, which is unfortunate,” the judge said.
“One hopes you have the capacity to learn, and I don’t mean by that putting a mask over your head so they don’t see your tattoos.”
Roma feels the penalty was too lenient.
“Is 120 days in jail enough? No, it’s not, but I don’t know the law and I have to be happy he is being punished. I have to find some peace in that.”
While Roma was able to recover some of his comic books without incident, police do not recommend victims of crime follow in his footsteps.
“Members of the public who locate their stolen items for sale on an online sale site should be contacting the police to report finding them,” said Niagara Regional Police Const. Phil Gavin.
“Members of the public could be placing themselves in danger by meeting with a suspect and more so by confronting them about the crime.”
This is not the first time thieves have made off with pricey comic books.
Earlier this month, two individuals were captured by surveillance cameras smashing through the front door of a Lundy’s Lane store and snatching two boxes filled with $20,000 worth of books.
Roma is still searching the rest of his stolen comics, which include copies of Wolverine, X-Men, Daredevil and Fantastic Four. | https://www.stcatharinesstandard.ca/news/crime/2022/05/27/man-who-found-his-stolen-comic-books-for-sale-online-poses-as-buyer-to-get-his-items-back.html | 2022-05-27T15:44:45Z | https://www.stcatharinesstandard.ca/news/crime/2022/05/27/man-who-found-his-stolen-comic-books-for-sale-online-poses-as-buyer-to-get-his-items-back.html | true | 3 |
MANCHESTER, N.H., May 27, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Allegro MicroSystems, Inc. (“Allegro”) ( ALGM), a global leader in sensing and power semiconductor technology, announced today President & Chief Executive Officer, Ravi Vig, and Chief Financial Officer, Derek D’Antilio, will be presenting at the Cowen 50th Annual Technology, Media & Telecom Conference on June 1, 2022, at the Lotte New York Palace in New York City.
The Cowen 50th Annual Technology, Media & Telecom Conference
Date: June 1, 2022
Presentation Time: 3:20 PM ET
Webcast Link: https://wsw.com/webcast/cowen117/algr/2002302
The webcast information for these conferences can be accessed through the Investor Relations section of Allegro’s website (https://investors.allegromicro.com). Archived replays of each presentation will be available on the website after the event.
About Allegro MicroSystems
Allegro MicroSystems is a leading global designer, developer, fabless manufacturer and marketer of sensor integrated circuits (“ICs”) and application-specific analog power ICs enabling emerging technologies in the automotive and industrial markets. Allegro’s diverse product portfolio provides efficient and reliable solutions for the electrification of vehicles, automotive ADAS safety features, automation for Industry 4.0 and power saving technologies for data centers and green energy applications.
Contact: Katherine Blye
Investor Relations
Phone: +1 603 626-2306
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Brian A. “Andy” Bowser
Brian A. “Andy” Bowser, 54, of Chicora, PA, lost his battle with multiple sclerosis on Tuesday, May 24, 2022, at Chicora Medical Center.
He was born on October 4, 1967, in Clarion, PA the son of Lawrence M. “Bud” and Sharon (Young) Bowser.
Andy was a 1989 graduate of Union High School and had attended DeVry University receiving his Associates Degree in computers. He worked in the business office at Clarion Bathware. He enjoyed playing guitar and the harmonica.
His memory will be cherished by his mother Sharon Bowser of Huey; a brother, Lawrence “Aaron” Bowser and wife, Laurie, of Rimersbug; a sister, Lauren J. Rodgers of Rimersburg; and numerous nieces and nephews and friends.
Andy was preceded in death by his father, Lawrence “Bud” Bowser and a brother, William Alan “Bill” Bowser who died December 19, 2017.
Services will be private.
Interment will be in Sligo Cemetery.
Online condolences can be made at Bauer Funeral and Cremation Services.
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Rubirizi mourns death of philanthropist Mwebaze
What you need to know:
- Local leaders have hailed the conservationist for being influential despite being outside the Uganda's political field.
Rubirizi District residents were Tuesday shocked following the death of renowned conservationist and philanthropist, Yonasani Mwebaze Beshorora.
Mr Mwebaze,60, a resident of Kanyambiri Village, Ndangaro Parish, and Bunyaruguru County in Rubirizi District succumbed to brain cancer at around 9:30pm on Tuesday at Mulago Cancer Institute where he had been admitted for months.
“It is a great loss to the family. He was loving, caring, social, and trustworthy- and loved development. He has been our uniting factor,” Mr William Ndyabawe, the elder brother said.
Mwebaze graduated in Accounting at Makerere University, worked for several national parks in the country including Queen Elizabeth National Park, Murchison Falls National Park and Lake Mburo National Park before his retirement in 2008.
50, 000 trees
Upon retirement, Mr Mwebaze started a community organisation called Kamusiime Memorial Rural Development Pilot Scheme together with 22 others with a “vision of advocating for sustainable natural resource use by increasing the impact of trees in reducing poverty through community forestry in Rubirizi.”
“We have so far planted 50 hectares of pine trees with about 50,000 trees. We made a bee keeping project and Nursery that supplies trees to local communities in the district,”Mr William Tumusiime, the conservation manager at Kamusiime Memorial Rural Development Pilot Scheme said.
Mr Tumusiime described the deceased as a systematic and passionate educationist who loved God.
Bunyaruguru County MP John Twesigye Ntamuhira described the deceased as a nationwide developmental figure.
“I have known the late Beshorora for over 10 years. He was passionate about development, environmental conservation, poverty eradication and education and valued humanity,” he observed on May 26.
Unfinished business
The deceased employed over 1000 people in his projects which included farming, forestry and Kamusiime Saving and Credit Cooperative. Close friends say was also paying school fees for over 100 children in Rutoto Sub- County.
“He started the Rutoto Opinion leaders and Elders Forum that was intended to foster unity and development in the area,” Mr Twesigye said.
Mr Benon Atuzarirwe, who worked with him at Busingye Memorial Primary School, Rutoto said his former boss was transparent.
“I met the deceased when I was a head teacher at Busingye Memorial School, Rutoto and he was our treasurer. He was strict on accountability,” he said.
He added: “He is the one that started the boarding section at this school by constructing the first boarding structure. Further, he initiated and supported construction of teachers’ houses here.”
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Rutoto Sub-county chairperson Mr Milton John Turyatemba, said they have lost a tree planting champion at a critical time when the world is faced with global warming concerns.
“He was the president of Rutoto elders’ forum, treasurer of many institutions including schools and churches and a conservationist. He gave us land for the construction of Rutoto piped water that is set to supply water in the whole district,” he said.
Mr Turyatemba said the deceased was spearheading plans to have a hospital in the area before his death.
“He also had planned to revamp Rutoto Secondary School,” the local leader stated.
Former Rubirizi Speaker Mr Umar Katinamu hailed the deceased for loving to serve people despite being outside politics.
“Sometimes we would ask ourselves how he was benefiting from this so much love for the community. Many people believed in him and you could not succeed in any attempt without his mobilisation,” he said.
The late Beshorora will May 28 be laid to rest at his home in Kanyambiriri Village, Ndangaro Parish. | https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/rubirizi-mourns-death-of-philanthropist-mwebaze-3829216 | 2022-05-27T15:49:06Z | https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/rubirizi-mourns-death-of-philanthropist-mwebaze-3829216 | true | 1 |
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ABU DHABI - With US$16.7 billion worth of exports last year, the US-UAE Business Council is poised to further enhance ties between the United States and the UAE in healthcare, energy sustainability, space, advanced manufacturing, and the digital economy.
"There is tremendous potential for the further growth of the bilateral relationship," Danny Sebright, the Council president, told the Emirates News Agency (WAM) in an interview. The economic relationship is now marked by over US$22 billion in bilateral trade as well as large flows of foreign direct investment in both directions, he added.
"The UAE has been the single-largest export market for the US in the MENA region since 2009, with US$16.7 billion worth of exports in 2021," according to Sebright, who was in Abu Dhabi leading the council’s delegation to attend the 6th edition of the Global Aerospace Summit which concluded on Thursday.
He said that since its inception in 2007, the Council has grown to over 200 member companies, reflecting the strength of the bilateral economic and trade relationship and has directly impacted key bilateral economic and trade policies and initiatives.
"One of the UAE’s sovereign wealth funds, Mubadala Investment Company, has invested over US$100 billion in the United States. Other UAE sovereign wealth funds also have invested heavily in the US over the last 20 years. In turn, more than 1,500 US companies do business in the UAE, selling goods and services and helping to create high-paying jobs at home in the US," he remarked.
Danny Sebright, who was a panelist and key speaker at the aerospace summit, said that the event provided valuable networking and market intelligence opportunities to supplement those on offer at the Summit itself. "This leads to real connections and real business that support the development of the aviation and aerospace business ecosystem," he noted.
Cooperation in Space Sector Sebright said that the Business Council has been promoting the partnerships between the US and the UAE in space since day one of the UAE’s nascent space exploration programme. "Since the 2018 agreement between NASA and the UAE Space Agency, the Council has worked diligently to showcase and highlight opportunities for cooperation between the two countries in this important area.
"With the UAE being one of the signatories of the Artemis Accords, the cooperation in this vertical will only grow between the US and the UAE and this will continue to be a focus of our work."
"We have consistently worked to highlight opportunities for American companies to provide best-in-class solutions to the UAE Space Programme," he added.
Artemis Accords is an American-led effort based on a shared vision for principles, grounded in the United Nations’ Outer Space Treaty of 1967, to create a safe and transparent environment that facilitates exploration, science and commercial activities for the benefit of all humanity.
Climate Change and Sustainability Sebright said, "The Council established a 'Climate Change Task Force' in early 2021, following the appointment of Dr. Sultan Al Jaber as UAE Special Envoy for Climate, bringing together leaders from business, academia, and government to create opportunities for better understanding and cooperation in the broadest terms between our two countries.
"The Council plans to redouble our focus on climate change and sustainability over the next 18 months as the UAE prepares to host the COP 28 Conference in November 2023.
"In recent weeks, we have held discussions with the office of Sultan Al Jaber to explore ways the UAE can involve the US private sector to make COP28 a resounding success. In this regard, the Business Council has agreed to take the lead role of engaging with the US business community ahead of COP 28."
"The Business Council looks forward to mobilising the business community in every way to move forward with this engagement," he continued.
The United Arab Emirates has announced the UAE Net Zero by 2050 Strategic Initiative, a national drive to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050, with an investment of over AED600 billion (US$163 billion) in renewable energy.
"For the UAE, its net-zero commitment is an opportunity to create economic value at home including through the creation of a green economy, particularly around hydrogen."
"There is a big role for US companies to play in this regard," Sebright said, adding, the US companies can best support climate initiatives by creating "new technologies to help the UAE decarbonise".
UAE’s response to COVID-19 pandemic Sebright said that the UAE’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic has been "nothing short of exemplary", and it has been consistently recognised as such by objective authorities such as Bloomberg’s Covid Resilience Ranking.
"Indeed, the UAE quickly implemented far-reaching and responsible national campaigns to test and vaccinate, while ensuring sufficient personal protective equipment, or PPE, for its people.
"As a result, it was able to effectively contain the spread of the virus. This enabled the return to business as usual and even attracted businesses, entrepreneurs, and high net worth individuals from around the world to move to the UAE."
At the same time, the UAE accelerated a process of economic and social reforms that have reified the country’s position as the place to do business in the region. "This culminated last fall in the introduction of the Projects of the 50, which will make the UAE a truly global business hub," Sebright observed.
Projects of the 50 and the US market The US-UAE Business Council president described the 'Projects of the 50' programme, as an important story that he is looking to tell in the US market. "We officially kicked off a 'Projects of the 50' programming series in the United States with a roundtable discussion in New York City on May 12th... The Council will continue to tell the story of the UAE Projects of the 50 around the United States in collaboration with our partners, and we will organise future engagements in Florida, Texas, and California."
Women and young entrepreneurs Asked about the Council's support for women and young entrepreneurs, he said, "Supporting young entrepreneurs is also an important element of our work, at the Business Council, we recognise the power and importance of inclusion, diversity, and equality." | https://www.zawya.com/en/economy/gcc/us-uae-business-council-president-identifies-tremendous-potential-for-further-growth-mqlvd9ha | 2022-05-27T15:51:11Z | https://www.zawya.com/en/economy/gcc/us-uae-business-council-president-identifies-tremendous-potential-for-further-growth-mqlvd9ha | false | 2 |
Which toenail clippers are best?
Whether you’re giving yourself a pedicure or just keeping things trim, toenail clippers are a medicine cabinet essential. Not only do you need them to trim toenails, but they’re also useful to remove hangnails and ingrown hairs.
If you have thick toenails, your regular nail clippers may not be sharp or strong enough to cut your toenails. For a heavy-duty clipper, New Huing Store Podiatrist Toenail Clippers are the top choice.
What to know before you buy toenail clippers
Types
There are a few different types of toenail clippers.
- Lever clippers are the most common type and feature a head with horizontal blades and a lever that closes the blades together. While these work well on fingernails, select a bigger size for toenails. And only use baby nail clippers on children and infants.
- Scissor toenail clippers look like scissors but have a special blade—typically sharp and curved—designed to cut through tough nails without cracking or splitting them.
- Nipper clippers look like a pair of pliers and, like scissor clippers, won’t break or crack nails. Used by podiatrists on thicker or elderly nails, this type is the most expensive of the three.
Blade shape
Lever clippers and nippers can have either a curved or straight-edge blade. If you like your nails cut straight, select toenail clippers with a straight blade. If you are prone to ingrown nails, it’s recommended to clip your toenails straight. If you prefer a rounded cut to your nails, select a curved blade.
Blade material
Toenail clipper blades are made from various materials, which often dictate their price.
- Tin or aluminum blades make for lower-cost clippers. While these can trim your nails, they don’t make for the most durable option.
- Stainless steel blades are durable and typically sharper than aluminum or tin ones.
- Titanium steel makes for the highest quality blade. They are rust-resistant, easy to clean and hypoallergenic. These qualities mean they won’t cause irritation or infection.
Size
Toenail clippers somewhat vary in size. You can also use a smaller lever-style clipper on fingernails. If you have thick toenails or bigger toenails, select a larger one. Nippers can be quite large and aren’t ideal for travel. Scissors have a slimmer profile than nippers while also being tough on nails.
What to look for in a quality toenail clipper
Built-in nail file
A common feature for lever-style clippers is an integrated nail file. The metal file swings out from the body of the clipper and is great for smoothing your nails after you trim them. While compact in design, these nail files aren’t as effective as glass files or emery boards.
Ergonomic grip
An ergonomic grip helps you keep the clipper steady in your hand as you trim your toes. Nippers can have cushioned handles that fit the contours of your fingers for improved grip. For users with dexterity issues or arthritis, you can find select lever-style clippers with an extended plastic grip and a swivel head.
Sets
For total nail care, you can find toenail clippers in manicure sets that include a nail file, buffer, cuticle pusher and a cuticle trimmer. You can also buy a toenail clipper paired with a smaller fingernail clipper in a cost-efficient set.
How much you can expect to spend on toenail clippers
Lever clippers cost as little as $2-$9. Scissors start at $9, and nippers start at $13. Clippers with ergonomic grips cost $25-$40.
Toenail clippers FAQ
What are guillotine clippers and should I use them on my toenails?
A. Guillotine clippers feature blades that come in a ring shape through which you place your nail. When you press the handles together, it slices through the nail. This style is mostly used for pets but you can also use it on very thick or overgrown human nails.
How do I care for my clippers?
A. You want to disinfect your toenail clippers once a month as nails can harbor fungus and bacteria that can cause infection. Soak the blades in 70%-90% isopropyl alcohol for a few minutes, then air-dry.
Can I cut my cuticles with my toenail clippers?
A. We don’t recommend it. This can cause an infection. You can, however, safely use clippers to trim hangnails. You want to be vigilant not to cut into skin. It’s best to save cuticle treatments to a licensed nail salon that properly disinfects their tools.
What are the best toenail clippers to buy?
Top toenail clippers
New Huing Store Podiatrist Toenail Clippers
What you need to know: No matter how tough and gnarly your toenail is, this podiatrist-grade nipper will cut through your nail.
What you’ll love: The cushioned handle provides non-slip grip and allows for quick and clean trims. The super curved blade is very sharp. These nippers are ideal for elderly nails.
What you should consider: Due to the strength of these plier-like clippers, your toenail clippings can fly across the room.
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Top toenail clippers for the money
What you need to know: For a curved blade, these super affordable clippers get the job done without struggle.
What you’ll love: The lever-style clippers are easy to use. They’re sturdy and durable and even work on thick nails. They are highly rated among male reviewers. They feature a nail file.
What you should consider: The clippers dull quite easily. For some users, the lever fell off.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Worth checking out
Tweezerman Stainless Steel Toenail Clipper
What you need to know: These high-quality but low-cost clippers are salon quality and easy to maneuver.
What you’ll love: These lever-style clippers are heavy-duty for toenails and made of stainless steel. They stay sharp for a long time, and you can send them back to the manufacturer for a free sharpening when they become dull.
What you should consider: The straight edge doesn’t work well on curved nails. You have to press the lever hard to clip your nails.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
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COLUMBIA - Trash and recycling bag vouchers are on their way to Columbia residents.
The City of Columbia Solid Waste Utility will send the vouchers in the mail the week of June 13.
Residents can expect two vouchers for 26-count rolls of black refuse bags and one voucher for an 18-count roll of blue recycling bags in the June packet.
If people do not receive their vouchers by June 20, they are instructed to contact the City's bag contractor, WasteZero by phone or email.
Vouchers will be mailed to the service address, regardless of who is paying for the utilities. Customers are asked to separate the single-use vouchers and use only as needed. The vouchers can not be duplicated and are tracked through bar codes.
All trash placed on the curb for collection must be in official city-provided trash bags with a City of Columbia logo. As long as the bags are city issued, there is no limit to the number of bags placed curbside.
If needed, residents can purchase additional black refuse bags in rolls of five for $10. The charge fee covers extra costs such as the landfill disposal fee, employee salaries, and vehicle maintenance.
Customers needing additional blue recycling bags should callWasteZero, and a voucher will be mailed free of charge.
Bag vouchers are redeemable at the following Columbia locations: Gerbes Super Markets, Hy-Vee, Menards, Moser's Foods, Schnucks/EatWell, and City of Columbia Utility Customer Service.
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SEOUL — Before May 12, many experts doubted North Korea's claims not to have a single case of COVID-19.
But the country changed its story on that day, admitting its first outbreak although not specifying the number of cases. The following day it reported that 350,000 people had developed fever symptoms with 18,000 cases on May 12 alone.
Two weeks later, the North has reported a total of 3.27 million "fever patients" and 69 deaths. It also claims that 90% of the patients have fully recovered. And on Thursday, the North reported no fatalities for the third day in a row.
Experts are doubting Pyongyang's claim that the numbers – and the government's assertion that the outbreak is now under control.
In fact, North Korea is unable to confirm if the "fever patients," as they call them, have COVID-19 due to its limited testing ability. Only able to conduct a few hundred tests a day out of a population of more than 25 million, "they're flying blind, basically," says Kee Park, a Harvard lecturer and neurosurgeon who has worked in North Korea.
Nevertheless, an editorial in the official Rodong Sinmun newspaper boasted over the weekend that North Korea had set a record for the longest stretch without a single case of COVID-19 in the middle of a global pandemic.
"We stably suppressed and controlled the spread of the virus in a short period in the sudden situation," the editorial claimed, "clearly proving a thousand times that our Party's epidemic policy is right."
That policy included sealing the borders from the start of the pandemic until the resumption of some border trade with China this spring and giving border guards shoot-to-kill orders (one South Korean fisheries official who apparently tried to cross into North Korea by sea was shot to death and his body incinerated at sea). Then following the outbreak announced in May, there was a national lockdown and mobilization of the military to distribute medicine.
But experts argue that Pyongyang is probably understating the outbreak's extent. It's far from over, they say, cautioning that its impact will likely be felt for months to come at least — and that things are likely to get worse if Pyongyang continues to reject foreign donors' offers of vaccines.
Will lockdowns work without vaccines?
But without a supply of vaccines, will the lockdown imposed on May 12 really be effective?
It may slow the virus's spread but not stop it, says Shin Young-jeon, a professor of preventive medicine at Hanyang University in Seoul, who has visited North Korea and advised aid groups on medical exchanges with the North.
COVID-19 cases won't peak until 70-80% of the population has gotten it, he says.
Shin adds that assuming a minimum fatality rate of 0.6% for the omicron strain of the virus — which is the death rate that South Koreans who are not fully vaccinated have experienced — the North can expect over 100,000 deaths from the outbreak.
Others are more optimistic about the impact of a lockdown.
Jeong Eun Mee, an expert on North Korean society at the Korean Institute of National Unification (KINU), a government think-tank in Seoul, notes that North Koreans have long adapted to strict social controls imposed by the government.
"By closing down and isolating residential or work units very fast, I think they could contain the spread relatively fast in the early phase" of the lockdown, Jeong says.
But as in some cities in neighboring China, such as Shanghai, the lockdown has caused considerable hardships for residents.
Residents endure lockdown hardships
Jeong is hearing accounts of distress from defectors whose relatives in North Korea are saying that "they can't go out to a market and buy things when they need them."
Food distribution outside Pyongyang is generally inadequate, and the pandemic has made matters worse and pushed up prices.
"Essentials are in short supply," Jeong adds, "and even if they find a way to obtain basic items, prices have soared more than five times than their typical price," especially outside Pyongyang, as the regime tries to keep elites well-supplied in the capital.
What's more, the lockdown could have an impact on food supplies in the months ahead. Jeong notes that every May, North Korean authorities mobilize urbanites to head to the countryside to plant rice.
That will be difficult under the current lockdown, and a shortfall in agricultural production could last into next year and worsen the malnutrition already affecting some 40% of North Korea's population.
All of these hardships could trigger a groundswell of grousing among the North Korean populace. But Jeong notes that North Korea's leaders are adept at shifting the blame to their own underlings.
"Chastiing officials for failing to act responsibly or engaging in corruption is a typical leadership management tactic North Korea has used in times of crisis," Jeong notes.
Kim Jong Un has already been reported by state media as chewing out health authorities for bungling the government's response to the COVID cases. This month, for example, he criticized cabinet and health officials "for their irresponsible work attitude and organizing and executing ability" in tackling the outbreak.
Why North Korea keeps saying 'no' to vaccines
In recent days, state media have also cast doubts on foreign-made vaccines.
A Rodong Sinmun article opined this week that, while foreign pharmaceutical companies try to produce new jabs to beat new COVID-19 variants, "it is becoming doubtful they will be useful on a global scale."
Such reports may suggest that Pyongyang's resistance to accepting donated foreign shots may be stiffening. North Korea may not want to be seen as relying on outside help — or may be trying to justify their decision not to take donations by casting doubts on the vaccines' effectiveness.
Before the outbreak, North Korea rejected millions of vaccines offered by COVAX, and since the outbreak, South Korea and China have offered vaccines and aid, but not received a response.
But there is the possibility that North Korea is willing to accept aid secretly from China. South Korea's Yonhap News Agency reports that two trains with 30 cars each passed over the border from China into North Korea Thursday night, filled with medical supplies. Reuters now reports that North Korea imported millions of face masks, 1,000 ventilators and possibly vaccines ahead of the current outbreak, according to Chinese customs data.
Hanyang University's Shin Young-jeon argues that both North Korea and donors need to put aside their concerns. Donors are often concerned about donations being diverted to the military, while North Korea resents efforts to monitor the distribution of the donations inside their country.
"I think North Korea has the primary responsibility to accept offers of vaccines," he says, "but now is the time for the donating side to not attach any conditions."
Another part of the problem may be one of poor cultural communication. Shin says that donors must not expect or wait for pleas for assistance that North Koreans are too proud to make.
Then again, there is the possibility that North Korea is willing to accept aid secretly from China. South Korea's Yonhap News Agency reports that two trains with 30 cars each passed over the border from China into North Korea Thursday night, filled with medical supplies. Reuters now reports that North Korea imported millions of face masks, 1,000 ventilators and possibly vaccines ahead of the current outbreak, according to Chinese customs data.
"They've never told me, 'we lack such and such, so please help,'" Shin says. "We need to understand the different language they use."
Shin offers an example of this language, from a North Korean contact.
"A longtime acquaintance once told me: 'Nothing is in short supply. But we need everything.' "
NPR's Se Eun Gong contributed to this report in Seoul.
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(NewsNation) — The baby formula shortage has been building since an Abbott Industries plant was forced to close in February due to unsanitary conditions, but now there’s an end in sight to the problem that has plagued parents nationwide and had flights of formula coming in from overseas.
Speaking Thursday, Food and Drug Administration Commissioner Robert Califf said that Abbott Industries formula should be back on the shelves in June and that supplies should be completely back to normal by July.
“My expectation is that within two months, we should be back to normal and with a plethora,” Califf said.
Until then, Abbott is giving out 300,000 cans of formula for babies with dire medical needs.
However, that still leaves parents with several more weeks of scarcity to navigate. Instacart has joined many other retailers, announcing that it’s limiting customers to four cans of the same formula per order. Company officials say that formula has been one of the most requested items in recent weeks.
The problem began when the FDA ordered the Abbott plant in Sturgis, Michigan, to shut down in February after an inspection found numerous violations. The FDA found standing water, leaks in the roof, cracks in equipment that could allow bacterial contamination and even noted that employees weren’t washing their hands properly.
Lawmakers are questioning Abbott officials about policies and procedures at the plant and about why the situation was allowed to develop in the first place.
They’re also investigating concerns over the fact that only four companies produce more than 90% of the formula consumed by infants in this country, so when something like this closure happens there’s a devastating effect. | https://www.informnny.com/news/national-news/light-at-the-end-of-the-tunnel-in-baby-formula-shortage/ | 2022-05-27T16:08:09Z | https://www.informnny.com/news/national-news/light-at-the-end-of-the-tunnel-in-baby-formula-shortage/ | true | 15 |
Rep. Liz Cheney (R-WY) has sunk 30 points behind Donald Trump-endorsed Harriet Hageman in the Wyoming GOP primary, a Club for Growth poll found Thursday.
Hageman garnered 56 percent support, while Cheney only earned 26 percent, a 30 percent difference.
The poll was conducted with 400 likely Republican primary voters in Wyoming from May 24-25. The margin of error is +4.9 percent.
A January straw poll revealed Hageman held a commanding lead over Cheney. The poll, conducted by the Wyoming Republican State Central Committee via secret ballot, showed Hageman won 59 votes and Cheney six, a 53-point victory by Hageman.
The new polling data comes after Donald Trump announced he would hold a rally for Hageman on Saturday at 4 p.m. in Casper, Wyoming. Trump and Hageman will be joined at the rally by Reps. Andy Biggs (R-AZ), Matt Gaetz (R-FL), and Lauren Boebert (R-CO). House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy (R-CA) and Reps. Elise Stefanik (R-NY) and Jim Jordan (R-OH) will also make video appearances.
Rep. Liz Cheney (R-WY) on Wednesday tested positive for the coronavirus. https://t.co/qCcDiRpcb4
— Breitbart News (@BreitbartNews) May 25, 2022
Trump’s appearance in Wyoming is likely to give Hageman an extra booster against Cheney, who has allied herself with House Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s (D-CA) January 6 committee and reportedly “orchestrated unprecedented” GOP sabotage by generating a Republican hit piece in the Washington Post.
Cheney has also benefited from a Democrat-linked public relations firm encouraging Democrats to vote in the open Republican primary. The public relations firm has worked for President Joe Biden’s campaign arm, Planned Parenthood, and Black Lives Matter in the past.
Cheney’s antics caused the Republican caucus to oust Cheney with a vote of no confidence in May of 2021. In November, the Wyoming GOP voted to no longer recognize Cheney as a Republican, though Cheney has continued to call herself one.
Rep. Liz Cheney (R-WY) reportedly “orchestrated unprecedented” Republican sabotage with the Washington Post against former President Donald Trump on January 3. https://t.co/LkoA1NXr51
— Breitbart News (@BreitbartNews) May 8, 2021
In February, McCarthy endorsed Hageman over Cheney, a rare move for a House minority leader. Hageman also has the support of MAGA billionaire donor Peter Thiel.
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HOUSTON — Texas Gov. Greg Abbott will not appear in person as planned Friday for the National Rifle Association convention in downtown Houston and will instead deliver his remarks in a prerecorded statement.
Mr. Abbott is the third high-profile Republican speaker to cancel scheduled speeches at the event, which is taking place just days after a school shooting in Uvalde, Texas, that killed 19 children and two adults. Sen. John Cornyn of Texas and Rep. Dan Crenshaw of Texas also called off appearances at the convention. However, the NRA said Mr. Cornyn’s office notified them of the cancellation before the shooting at Robb Elementary School late last week and that Mr. Crenshaw was in Ukraine and unable to fly into the U.S. in time for his speaking slot.
Musical acts have also canceled their performances, including “American Pie” folk singer Don McLean, country music singer Larry Gatlin and gospel singer Larry Stewart. Country singer Lee Greenwood announced on “Fox and Friends” Friday morning that he will also no longer perform at the convention.
“The shooting took place at a very bad time and for me to go and play at the NRA just days after the shooting would be an endorsement,” Mr. Greenwood said. “And people would then deem that as ‘I like this weapon’ and obviously that weapon killed kids and, obviously, I just couldn’t go.”
The NRA is expecting tens of thousands of attendees this year after a two-year hiatus as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. Large protests are expected in downtown Houston near the George R. Brown Convention Center, the site of the NRA meeting, to “shut down” the convention.
Former Rep. Beto O’Rourke, a Democrat who is running for Texas governor in Texas this year, is expected to join the protests Friday. | https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2022/may/27/abbott-wont-appear-person-nra-convention-opts-prer/?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS | 2022-05-27T16:12:34Z | https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2022/may/27/abbott-wont-appear-person-nra-convention-opts-prer/?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS | false | 1 |
MARDAN: Anti-car lifting cell (ACLC) of the district police have recovered seven vehicles, which had been lifted from various districts of the country.
District Police Officer Irfanullah Khan told reporters that cases of the stolen cars had already been registered at the police stations in Lahore, Multan and Faisalabad.
He said that Mardan police had started legal proceedings to hand over the cars to their owners.
“We have got data of stolen cars from various parts of the country and our anti-car lifting cell is working on the data to recover more such stolen vehicles too,” he added.
He directed the ACLC to expedite the actions for the recovery of stolen and snatched cars.
The DPO said that the cops were also keeping an eye on the entry and exit points of Mardan as the area is located close to the Malakand division and other areas where scores of unregistered vehicles ply on the roads.
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NOWSHERA: Three armed robbers deprived two persons of cash in broad daylight on the Grand Trunk Road on... | https://www.thenews.com.pk/print/961100-mardan-police-recovers-seven-stolen-cars | 2022-05-27T16:12:47Z | https://www.thenews.com.pk/print/961100-mardan-police-recovers-seven-stolen-cars | true | 1 |
Special Weather Statement issued for Curry County, Roosevelt County by NWS
Effective: 2022-05-24 12:00:00 MDT Expires: 2022-05-23 23:00:00 MDT Urgency: Expected Severity: Minor Certainty: Observed Instruction: If threatening weather approaches your area, take shelter in a sturdy building. A...
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ICYMI: Who gets your vote as Arsenal's top performer?
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Voting is still open for you to choose your Arsenal player of the year - so don't miss your chance.
BBC Radio 5 Live's George Cummins has picked a shortlist of four nominees for you to choose from - and you can scroll down this page to read his reasoning (17:02, 25 May).
Aaron Ramsdale, Ben White, Bukayo Saka and Martin Odegaard made his shortlist, but which one gets your vote?
You can have your say until 12:00 BST on Monday, 30 May. | https://www.bbc.com/sport/articles/cjkm78lp7zno | 2022-05-27T16:15:56Z | https://www.bbc.com/sport/articles/cjkm78lp7zno | true | null |
Sean Raggett: Portsmouth defender signs new two-year contract
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Portsmouth defender Sean Raggett has signed a new two-year contract with the south coast club.
The 28-year-old centre-back was voted player of the season by Pompey fans as the team finished 10th in League One.
Raggett has made 142 appearances and scored 13 goals for the club since moving from Norwich in 2019.
"I'm really pleased. I've been here for three years now and have loved playing for Pompey in that time," he told the club's website.
"I said when I first arrived that my aim was to get this club into the Championship and that's still the case." | https://www.bbc.com/sport/football/61610713 | 2022-05-27T16:16:09Z | https://www.bbc.com/sport/football/61610713 | true | null |
Right-wing terror charges are dropped against man, 55, because he is mentally ill and tried to kill himself in custody, psychiatrist tells court
- Christopher Carey from South Yorkshire had been charged with three offences
- After attempting suicide in custody he remains in a serious medical condition
- The prosecution offered no evidence against him at a court hearing today
Right-wing terrorism charges have been dropped against a 55-year-old man today after he tried to kill himself in custody.
Christopher Carey, of North Anston, South Yorkshire, had been charged with three counts of distributing terrorism publications on Telegram and having class A drugs.
He was arrested by Counter Terrorism Policing North East (CTPNE) on Thursday, April 22.
A CTPNE spokesman said the arrest was 'pre-planned and intelligence led.'
Carey was scheduled to appear at the Old Bailey today, but charges were dropped against him after he tried to take his own life in custody
A 40-year-old man from Hampshire was also arrested as part of the investigation in Portsmouth.
He has since been released on conditional bail.
At a hearing at the Old Bailey on Friday, prosecutor Polly Dyer offered no evidence against Mr Carey.
She said: 'This matter comes before the court ... in light of the most recent update from a consultant psychiatrist.'
The lawyer said the Crown now considered it was no longer in the public interest to continue with the case.
Mr Justice Sweeney said: 'Yes, this case has a long history before me and I quite understand why the prosecution have reached the decision they have.
'Whilst it remains unclear as to the defendant's prognosis, the angle of travel is clear and that is why it seems to me your decision is a sensible one.'
The defendant was in a serious medical condition following a suicide attempt while in custody, the Old Bailey had previously heard.
At the time of the arrests in April, Superintendent Clare Jenkins of Hampshire Police said: 'We know that many people might be worried about this news, however we are working together closely with our colleagues in Counter Terrorism Policing to keep our communities safe.
'If you think you have seen something suspicious that may be linked to terrorist activity have the confidence to share those concerns.
'It may be unusual behaviour in a particular place or at a particular time of day, or online - don't rely on others.' | https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-10861183/Right-wing-terror-charges-dropped-against-man-55-tried-kill-custody.html?ns_mchannel=rss&ito=1490&ns_campaign=1490 | 2022-05-27T16:16:11Z | https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-10861183/Right-wing-terror-charges-dropped-against-man-55-tried-kill-custody.html?ns_mchannel=rss&ito=1490&ns_campaign=1490 | false | 3 |
iMe Lab (LIME) traded down 10.5% against the dollar during the one day period ending at 10:00 AM Eastern on May 27th. iMe Lab has a market cap of $2.09 million and approximately $348,004.00 worth of iMe Lab was traded on exchanges in the last 24 hours. One iMe Lab coin can currently be purchased for approximately $0.0133 or 0.00000045 BTC on popular exchanges. In the last week, iMe Lab has traded up 12.3% against the dollar.
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KITCHENER — The City of Kitchener will put up to $15 million into a new creative industries program at Conestoga College, the city announced Friday morning.
It will be located in downtown Kitchener.
“Arts and culture speak to the soul of a community,” said Kitchener Mayor Berry Vrbanovic during an announcement at Kitchener Public Library’s central branch Friday.
Conestoga College president John Tibbits said years of work have gone into the school of creative industries.
“This will be in the forefront of Canada,” said Tibbits.
The new school will train artists, content creators and technicians, he said.
“We want to thank the city for its leadership and vision,” said Tibbits.
“We are pumped up about this,” said Tibbits.
The college now offers 17 programs in creative industries.
“But this is not enough,” said Pajman Salehi, executive dean of the school of computer science and creative industries. The program offerings will double in the next few years, he said.
The new creative industries campus in downtown Kitchener will be state-of-the-art, added Salehi.
“Within 10 years it aims to graduate 3,000 creatives a year,” said Salehi.
More to come. | https://www.therecord.com/news/waterloo-region/2022/05/27/kitchener-to-fund-new-conestoga-college-creative-industries-program.html | 2022-05-27T16:23:31Z | https://www.therecord.com/news/waterloo-region/2022/05/27/kitchener-to-fund-new-conestoga-college-creative-industries-program.html | false | 1 |
Bayern Munich are paying close attention to Gavi.
That’s according to Mundo Deportivo, who report that the German club are following the teenager’s contract negotiations with Barcelona with great interest.
Bayern have also been credited with interest in Frenkie de Jong, who could be sold by Barcelona this summer.
Gavi has one year left on his contract at Camp Nou and Bayern are said to be willing to trigger the €50m release clause in his contract. His negotiations to extend are dragging out.
Bayern aren’t the only club interested in him, either. Also in the picture are Liverpool and Paris Saint-Germain.
Barcelona are keen to sign Robert Lewandowski from Bayern and the Polish striker himself is also keen to come to Barcelona. In order to make that happen Barcelona may need a sacrificial lamb.
In an ideal world that could be Memphis Depay or Sergino Dest. In a less than ideal world that could be Frenkie or Gavi. | https://www.football-espana.net/2022/05/26/bayern-munich-paying-close-attention-to-gavis-contract-negotiations-with-barcelona | 2022-05-27T16:24:21Z | https://www.football-espana.net/2022/05/26/bayern-munich-paying-close-attention-to-gavis-contract-negotiations-with-barcelona | true | null |
PITTSBURGH (AP) — It did not take Omar Khan long to figure out he wanted to be around football. Growing up in New Orleans as an ardent Saints fan in the 1980s and 90s, he knew right away his life’s mission was to be involved in the NFL.
Even as he matured, even as he realized — like nearly every kid that dreams of playing on Sundays in the fall — that he probably didn’t have the talent to actually pull a helmet over his head and run out of the tunnel, the goal remained the same.
Over and over again, Khan would tell his father A.R. and his mother Carmen that he planned to be in the league. Somehow. Some way. He wasn’t going to be a doctor. Or a lawyer. Or a teacher. All noble professions to be sure. Just professions he knew weren’t for him.
“All I wanted to do was work in the NFL, become a general manager and win a bunch of Super Bowls,” Khan said.
Khan, 45, already has the Super Bowls checked off after helping the Pittsburgh Steelers win two after joining the franchise more than two decades ago.
Now he’ll get a chance to do it as the guy calling the shots after the Steelers promoted him to replace Kevin Colbert as general manager.
“I’m confident time will show this was the right decision for this franchise,” Khan said shortly after being formally introduced. “I don’t take anything for granted. I understand the expectations that come with this job.”
Expectations that have long been part of the franchise’s firmament, expectations that Khan has dealt with in some capacity for more than 20 years.
He initially joined the Steelers in 2000 as a football operations/coaching assistant, the first of what would be several positions he would hold while methodically working his way up the ladder, most recently building a reputation as a shrewd salary-cap guru while serving as the club’s vice president of football operations and business administration.
Khan expects to remain heavily involved in contract negotiations, noting “I’ll have my hands in a lot of things I’ve done before.”
While team president Art Rooney II stressed “we know Omar and Omar knows us,” Khan is assembling a staff that will include outside voices. Philadelphia Eagles vice president of player personnel Andy Weidl is returning to his hometown, and former Detroit Lions vice president and Washington Commanders scout Sheldon White is also entering the fold.
Khan declined to get into specifics on what Weidl and White’s respective titles will be. He called both of them “Steelers-type” people, pointing to their loyalty and ability to fit quickly into the team’s culture. Dan Colbert, Kevin Colbert’s son, also is being elevated for what Khan termed a “senior” position.
It’s unclear whether Brandon Hunt, Pittsburgh’s pro scouting coordinator, will remain with the club. Hunt is among more than a dozen candidates who interviewed for the chance to become Kevin Colbert’s successor. Hunt also has recently interviewed for vacant positions with other clubs, including Philadelphia.
Khan’s promotion and the new brain trust at the top of the team’s flow chart, coupled with quarterback Ben Roethlisberger’s retirement and the offseason overhaul of the coaching staff that included longtime defensive coordinator Keith Butler’s departure, signals a significant amount of turnover for a place almost synonymous with stability.
Yes, the faces and titles may be evolving, but Khan insists the standard the Steelers hold themselves to is not.
“Look I can tell you from the first day I started here in Pittsburgh, it’s been all about football and building a championship roster here and that’s not going to change,” Khan said.
He inherits a roster that has established stars like reigning Defensive Player of the Year T.J. Watt and perennial Pro Bowl defensive lineman Cam Heyward as well as emerging players like running back Najee Harris.
Pittsburgh is coming off a 9-7-1 season that ended with a playoff loss in Kansas City. The Steelers haven’t won a postseason game in more than five years, the franchise’s longest drought between playoff victories since the birth of the “Super Steelers” dynasty in the early 1970s.
Still, Khan is excited about the team’s trajectory and eager to continue to work with coach Mike Tomlin, whose passion resonates throughout the building.
It’s a passion that Khan cultivated long ago, one that planted the seeds for what he is calling his “dream job.” Not bad for the son of immigrants from India and Honduras.
And yes, the significance of his hiring at a time when the NFL is grappling with better representation both on the sideline and in front offices is not lost on him. He’s also eager for the day when the ethnicity of who is getting what job is no longer newsworthy.
“I hope we get to the point where we need to have those conversations,” Khan said. “I’m excited about what the league is doing … I think it’s heading in the right direction.”
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GraceKennedy Group (GK) has announced that the investment and advisory arm of its GraceKennedy Financial Group (GKFG), GK Capital Management Limited (GK Capital), has signed a joint venture agreement with the Trinidad and Tobago Unit Trust Corporation (TTUTC).
The new venture, which remains subject to the requisite regulatory approvals, will allow GK and TTUTC to partner in the distribution of mutual funds in Jamaica.
GK Group CEO Don Wehby commented, “We look forward to reaping the rewards of this new venture with them while fulfilling our financial inclusion strategy for Jamaicans. For over one hundred years, Jamaicans have remained confident in GK’s ability to generate innovative solutions, and it’s critical that we create wealth-building options for all socioeconomic groups across our country. This is yet another example of how we are expanding GKFG’s service offerings and broadening our reach to new market segments.”
In January this year, GK Capital announced its intention to enter the mutual funds market. TTUTC is the largest operator and manager of mutual funds in the Caribbean and currently manages US$3.7 billion for over 625,000 investors.
TTUTC’s Executive Director Nigel Edwards, who attended the signing at GK headquarters on May 20, commented, “GraceKennedy touches the life of every single Jamaican, and that’s really important to us because our business is built on creating wealth for every single investor. We are elated about this partnership and believe the timing is perfect. Even as uncertainty keeps sweeping global economies, financial markets, and industries, we remain focused on delivering value. UTC’s business trajectory is prudently mapped, and our investment management philosophy is borne out of a customer-centric approach.”
Discussing the new venture, Whittingham explained, “The initial funds will diversify the sphere of investment opportunities for GK Capital’s clients and expand our product reach. While we acknowledge that we are entering a competitive CIS market, the design of the funds and the planned novel approaches to distribution will deliver a unique customer experience, and drive client acquisition and the accumulation of assets under management.” | https://jamaicainquirer.com/gk-announces-joint-venture-with-tt-unit-trust-corporation-loop-jamaica/ | 2022-05-27T16:28:46Z | https://jamaicainquirer.com/gk-announces-joint-venture-with-tt-unit-trust-corporation-loop-jamaica/ | false | 1 |
On a gray morning in late April, Suzie Flores, 40, the owner of Stonington Kelp Co., hustled out of her hybrid Highlander in a Westport parking lot. She grabbed a couple of coolers of freshly harvested Connecticut sugar kelp from her SUV, then dashed to the rear entrance of a posh restaurant to deposit 60 pounds or so of seaweed. Because the weather was breaking—for the better, for once—she hoped to hightail it back to Stonington to help her husband, Jay Douglas, work his barge on the Pawcatuck River before their weather window closed.
The climate, it’s changing, and this has wreaked havoc on Connecticut’s fledgling kelp harvest this year. Waters too warm delayed finding wild kelp seed in the ocean last fall. Winter storms disrupted kelp lines at farms along the Connecticut coast. Ferocious winds postponed harvesting trips this spring.
But the half dozen or so people cultivating kelp in Connecticut are a hearty lot, determined to grow the state’s seaweed crop to a respectful place alongside farmed clams, mussels and oysters in Connecticut’s $30 million aquaculture industry, according to the Connecticut Department of Agriculture reports.
Flores, her peers and a handful of researchers, entrepreneurs, academics, scientists and chefs believe Connecticut kelp can bolster the state’s economy and might help heal the environment in the process.
In 2016, Flores and Douglas bought a small marina in Stonington and moved their young family into a fixer-upper across the street. The hyper-seasonal nature of marina work—kayak rentals, a bait and tackle shop, moving boats to and from neighboring Watch Hill—left an open window in wintertime.
Flores did some investigating. About a decade ago, lobstermen and scallop farmers in Maine began growing kelp in the winter because the growing schedule complemented their summer work, and they already had the necessary gear to harvest. While Flores was intrigued, kelp's nutritional and environmental benefits sealed the deal, she said. Kelp is one of the most nutrient-dense foods on Earth, with an alphabet full of vitamins and minerals from A to zinc and more calcium per ounce than milk.
Like plants growing on land, kelp uses sunlight for photosynthesis, absorbing carbon in the process. Kelp also removes nitrogen and phosphorous from water, making it nature’s water purifier. A study by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration in February found that shellfish and seaweed farms remove about 575 pounds of nitrogen per acre. Kelp is a zero-input plant, which means it doesn’t need land, fresh water or added fertilizer to grow. Sugar kelp’s translucent amber ribbons provide a hideout for marine life, which generate all the fertilizer the kelp needs.
Flores connected with GreenWave, a Connecticut-based nonprofit committed to regenerative ocean farming, which helped her navigate the Connecticut Bureau of Aquaculture’s 18-month permit process. Farmers here say that timeline is speedy compared to other states, where permitting can drag on for years. GreenWave helped Flores set up her farm, supplied her with seeds and connected her with buyers.
Each fall, Flores sets out with a contingent of scuba divers to forage wild kelp beds in the Atlantic Ocean for sorus tissue, or reproductive tissue, for seed. Last fall, divers couldn’t find any sorus tissue in the usual spots. Due to climate change, warmer waters had chased wild kelp beds further east into the Atlantic. “We took the divers out as frequently as they needed to go. We were just trying to see if there were sources that we were missing,” Flores said. Eventually, they located spores, but the delay affected the entire growing season.
Foraged spores are sent to a nursery of sorts in New Haven. There, at GreenWave’s hatchery on the Quinnipiac River, spores are released into giant fish tanks, where they attach themselves to a special kind of kite string. After a month or so of growing in the nursery, seeds emerge—tiny kelp blades about a millimeter long. The fuzzy-looking seed strings are spooled around PVC pipes, then transported in coolers to farms throughout southern New England. At sea, farmers unfurl the kite string onto ropes suspended several feet deep between two moorings. The kelp grows downward and can reach more than 10 feet before being harvested.
Setting these lines, or outplanting, usually happens around Thanksgiving. But last year’s delays meant that Flores and Douglas spent New Year’s Eve bundled up on their boat in the Atlantic, setting the half-inch-thick roping.
“Every week that you have to wait to outplant your farm is a week’s less growth,” Flores said. “Shortening the amount of growth can mean the difference of a couple of thousand pounds.”
Last year, Flores harvested more than 13,000 pounds of Connecticut sugar kelp.
Environmental Benefits
Each pound removes substances in the water that might otherwise feed dangerous microalgae, reports Charles Yarish, Ph.D., a University of Connecticut professor whose Stamford lab has one of the most significant collections of seaweeds in the world. Yarish said pollution flows into Long Island Sound from sewage treatment plants, which carry waste and fertilizer run-off, and from the atmosphere. “Seaweed aquaculture gives coastal managers another tool in their toolbox to remove [potentially dangerous] nutrients in the coastal water. These farmers provide an ecosystem service to the public.”
Yarish started studying seaweed aquaculture in the early 1980s when he realized during a sabbatical that the United States has an “exclusive economic zone,” or ocean area over which a nation has jurisdiction, of more than 11 million square miles. “An astonishing number,” he said. Why wasn’t the United States using this coastal zone to grow seaweed, which could bolster food safety and security, and generate economic and environmental value? “I basically said we have such an opportunity in the oceans to do something for the greater good of people. But nobody was interested. They basically said, ‘Let the Asians provide the product to the U.S.’”
He went to Asia to investigate. In China, he saw huge swaths of coast carpeted by fish and seaweed farms and nearby “huge areas of industrial development,” releasing waste into the same watercourses that fed those farms. He believed the U.S. could do better. At UConn, he developed the Seaweed Marine Biotechnology Laboratory and, slowly, became one of the foremost seaweed cultivation experts in the world. He received funding from Connecticut Sea Grant, which continues to support kelp aquaculture research, and established research farms at the western end of Long Island Sound, in the East River in New York, and in Fairfield off Jennings beach.
Wooed With Noodles
A start-up in Maine asked the professor to help it provide U.S.-harvested frozen kelp noodles to consumers. The partners wooed him with dinner—the kelp strands cut a little thicker than spaghetti, served with olive oil and butter and a heap of mussels, clams and North Atlantic shrimp. Yarish was hooked. He offered to help the company on one condition: all their resulting innovations be available to anyone who asked.
Yarish and the partners developed tools to make farming and processing less labor-intensive and published an ocean-approved kelp manual that started with how to collect sorus tissue and grow it in a nursery and ended with recipes for the food on the plate. Connecticut Sea Grant funded a similar, more scientific manual for scientists. UConn libraries hosted the work, and Google Scholar picked it up. More than 10,000 people downloaded Yarish’s how-to kelp manual.
If only he could cultivate more farmers to grow the product.
Yarish’s graduate students suggested that he spread the word through YouTube videos, which might appeal more than a manual to folks working in fishing communities. Yarish proved to be the ideal emissary with his bushy mustache and zeal for dangling fistfuls of drippy springy kelp in front of the camera. His videos garnered tens of thousands of views.
One of those evangelized was Bren Smith, a former Newfoundland fisherman who owns Thimble Island Oyster Farm in Branford Harbor. Smith had become wary of commercial fishing practices and was searching for more sustainable ways to make a living without destroying the very environment he relied on to ply his trade. In addition, hurricanes had walloped his shellfish business, which damaged his spirit as well as his bottom line. Seaweed seemed to be the right answer at the right time.
Yarish said he found in Smith “not only someone who listened, but someone who could communicate with people who worked on the water, and with other entrepreneurs.” Smith bought into Yarish’s open-source philosophy, in which one kelp farmer helps another. The professor brought in ocean engineers, and Smith drew up plans for long lines, harvesting and more. Smith’s kelp farm in the Thimble Islands would serve as a working laboratory, with planting and harvest documented, tested, sampled, and recorded, and results passed along to the Department of Aquaculture, which runs its own tests for heavy metals, and to Connecticut Sea Grant, which ensures seaweed safety.
Next, Smith started GreenWave to train other kelp farmers. “We thought this will be nice, helping out local folks,” he said, “but 8,000 people signed up for the farmer training program.” So GreenWave changed strategies, offering how-to videos to train whoever was interested. Last month, GreenWave launched the Regenerative Ocean Farming Hub, a “seed-to-sale” resource that provides free training, tools and community to more than 1,000 kelp farmers nationwide.
In Connecticut, 15 commercial kelp-fishing sites from Greenwich to Stonington have permits. But because of mounting challenges, only three commercial farmers, including Flores, harvested in 2022. “It’s all wind dependent. We’d get out to the farm, and there were 3-foot waves smashing on the side of the boat. You can very easily get yourself wrapped up in a line or get your boat swamped. It was too dangerous, and sometimes we’d have to turn back,” she said.
Yarish, Smith and Flores say the state’s kelp business could grow with state-supported infrastructure: hatcheries for seed and processors to blanch and freeze or dry kelp. “It’s a big challenge,” Flores said. “Kelp is a temperature-controlled food. You can’t just pull it out of the water and slop it on your deck. It’s regulated, like shellfish.”
They’re hoping Connecticut Sea Grant, an early supporter of kelp cultivation research here, can help find a path forward. Last year, the group was awarded $766,650 in federal funds to help develop, plan and manage a viable seaweed cultivation industry. In addition, the group’s aquaculture specialist, Anoushka Concepcion, who helped establish the National Seaweed Hub in 2019, was named last year to the United Nations’ Safe Seaweed Coalition.
In the meantime, farmers like Flores will continue to supply fresh sugar kelp to chefs from Greenwich to Hartford to Stonington. By Smith’s count, anywhere from 1.3 to 1.5 million pounds of kelp will be harvested and sold this year in New England. Depending on the weather, that is.
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WACO, Texas (KWTX) - A retired Waco man remains in the McLennan County Jail after the Texas Rangers cold case unit and west coast investigators linked him through a DNA database to the murders of prostitutes in East Texas and California 30 years ago.
Douglas Thomas, 67, was jailed this week under $2 million bond on a murder warrant from Titus County that charges him in the April 1992 death of Shenda Denise Hayes, according to a search warrant affidavit filed Wednesday by Texas Ranger Danny Briley.
The Ranger, who said in the affidavit that he investigates serial murders as part of the cold case unit, also alleged that Thomas was linked by DNA to the March 1993 murder of Sherri Herrera in Riverside County, California. Both women were described in the affidavit as “known prostitutes.”
Briley, the lead investigator in the 2013 shooting death of “American Sniper” author Chris Kyle, obtained a search warrant from 54th State District Judge Susan Kelly to extract a DNA sample from Thomas at the McLennan County Jail. Court documents show Briley took four swabs from Thomas’ mouth to get saliva samples.
Thomas was linked to the two murders by DNA samples from the crime scenes that had been uploaded years ago into the Combined DNA Index System, a national DNA database maintained by the FBI known as CODIS.
According to the affidavit, Hayes’ body was found near a rest area along Interstate 30 near Mount Pleasant in Titus County. An investigation showed she had been strangled “with a device made of wire and cord in a manner to control the victim,” the records state. She was found partially clothed with evidence of sexual assault.
Swabs taken from her body were uploaded into the DNA database in 2004, the Ranger said in the affidavit.
Mike Thompson, an investigator in the Riverside County District Attorney’s Office and a former member of the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department cold case unit, and Briley worked together on the case.
The 30-year-old Herrera’s body was found in March 1993 in a remote desert area along Interstate 10 in California. The affidavit says she was sexually assaulted and strangled with a belt. Court records identify her as a “known prostitute and drug abuser who worked the highway rest area” in Tulare County, Calif.
She was last seen being dropped off at a rest area between Tulare and Pixley, Calif., and had arranged to be picked up in 10 minutes, according to the affidavit. She was not seen again, the affidavit says.
Thompson reported that he uploaded a DNA profile from the murder scene in CODIS in 2002. Five years later, a “CODIS case-to-case hit,” or match, was made connecting the two murders.
“In other words, DNA from a single person was located at both crime scenes,” the affidavit states.
Thompson told Briley members of the Riverside cold case unit began conducting forensic genealogy probes on the Herrera and Hayes cases in September 2020. The Texas Rangers had already processed the evidence and obtained a single nucleotide polymorphisms file, Briley wrote in the affidavit.”The SNP is the specific type of file needed to upload into genealogical databases to obtain genetic matches,” according to the affidavit. “Thompson contacted a direct-to-consumer genealogical company that provides DNA kits to the general public for purchase for people to explore their genealogy.”
Thompson contacted Briley in Aprill to tell him that based on the “family tree” he built, there were six descendants who all live in or around Waco that were in the right genetic range for comparison. Briley, at Thompson’s request, took a DNA sample from Thomas on April 26, the results of which Briley said matches that of the “suspect profile.”
“Based on my training and experience and conversations with other professionals, including but not limited to Investigator Mike Thompson, the DNA match can only belong to Suspected Party,” Briley wrote in the court document.
Thomas is being held in jail on a Titus County murder warrant. However, prosecutors in McLennan and Titus counties said Thursday is has not been determined where his case will be handled.
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Camels provide ‘ancient’ milk alternative for adults
DENVER, Colo. (KCNC) – In far-eastern Colorado, eight miles from the Nebraska border, there is a dairy farm called “Camelot.”
Instead of using cow’s milk, the farmers there harvest the milk from camels.
“The camel is a very overlooked animal, for sure,” dairy farmer Kyle Hendrix said.
Majestic, smart and curious, camels are kind and have unique personalities.
“You have to get on a personal level with each one and try to work with them, and work with their personalities,” Hendrix explained.
Hendrix is a first-generation dairy farmer.
He and his family produce milk from his caravan of camels at one of only two licensed camel dairies in the United States.
Hendrix said each camel has to be milked with her calf.
“It’s quite a process, and you only have about 90 seconds to harvest that milk,” Hendrix explained.
The harvest yields up to 1.5 gallons of milk a day. It’s pasteurized to kill the bacteria, then bottled and frozen for shipping.
Camelot has a hard time meeting demand as camel’s milk is considered a healthy milk. It’s higher in antioxidants and has low levels of sugar and saturated fat.
Some consider it a perfect substitute for people who can’t tolerate cow’s milk.
“There are some potential benefits for adults or even children, not infants and young toddlers who need to be consuming formula,” said Bonnie Jortberg, a registered dietitian and nutritionist at the University of Colorado Anschutz medical campus.
One drawback, however, is that camel milk is expensive in the U.S. – one pint sells for between $12-$16.
In addition to the camel dairy in Colorado, there’s also one in Ramona, California.
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América Móvil, S.A.B. de C.V. (NYSE:AMX – Get Rating) shares hit a new 52-week high during mid-day trading on Friday . The company traded as high as $22.64 and last traded at $22.50, with a volume of 38966 shares changing hands. The stock had previously closed at $22.44.
A number of brokerages recently issued reports on AMX. Barclays increased their target price on shares of América Móvil from $21.00 to $23.00 in a research report on Monday, April 18th. Zacks Investment Research upgraded shares of América Móvil from a “strong sell” rating to a “hold” rating and set a $21.00 price objective for the company in a research report on Thursday, March 24th. StockNews.com lowered shares of América Móvil from a “strong-buy” rating to a “buy” rating in a research report on Monday, May 2nd. JPMorgan Chase & Co. lowered shares of América Móvil from an “overweight” rating to a “neutral” rating and reduced their price objective for the company from $23.00 to $21.00 in a research report on Friday, March 18th. Finally, Bank of America lowered shares of América Móvil from a “buy” rating to a “neutral” rating in a research report on Friday, February 4th. They noted that the move was a valuation call. Five investment analysts have rated the stock with a hold rating and two have assigned a buy rating to the stock. According to MarketBeat, the company presently has an average rating of “Hold” and an average price target of $20.60.
The firm’s 50 day simple moving average is $20.77 and its 200-day simple moving average is $19.63. The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.92, a quick ratio of 0.71 and a current ratio of 0.76. The company has a market capitalization of $71.48 billion, a price-to-earnings ratio of 6.68, a P/E/G ratio of 0.66 and a beta of 0.95.
A number of large investors have recently made changes to their positions in AMX. Allworth Financial LP grew its holdings in shares of América Móvil by 71.4% during the 1st quarter. Allworth Financial LP now owns 1,368 shares of the Wireless communications provider’s stock valued at $29,000 after acquiring an additional 570 shares in the last quarter. Private Ocean LLC purchased a new position in shares of América Móvil during the 4th quarter valued at $30,000. Advisors Asset Management Inc. purchased a new position in shares of América Móvil during the 4th quarter valued at $48,000. Rockefeller Capital Management L.P. grew its holdings in shares of América Móvil by 29.6% during the 3rd quarter. Rockefeller Capital Management L.P. now owns 2,489 shares of the Wireless communications provider’s stock valued at $43,000 after acquiring an additional 569 shares in the last quarter. Finally, BNP Paribas Arbitrage SA grew its holdings in shares of América Móvil by 128.1% during the 1st quarter. BNP Paribas Arbitrage SA now owns 2,502 shares of the Wireless communications provider’s stock valued at $53,000 after acquiring an additional 1,405 shares in the last quarter. 6.02% of the stock is currently owned by institutional investors.
América Móvil Company Profile (NYSE:AMX)
América Móvil, SAB. de C.V. provides telecommunications services in Latin America and internationally. The company offers wireless and fixed voice services, including airtime, local, domestic, and international long-distance services; and network interconnection services. It also provides data services, such as data centers, data administration, and hosting services to residential and corporate clients; value-added services, including Internet access, messaging, and other wireless entertainment and corporate services; data transmission, email services, instant messaging, content streaming, and interactive applications; and wireless security services, mobile payment solutions, machine-to-machine services, mobile banking, virtual private network services, and video calls and personal communications services.
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“ABBA Voyage” is certainly a trip.
Four decades after the Swedish pop supergroup last performed live, audiences can once again see ABBA onstage in an innovative digital concert where past and future collide.
The show opens to the public in London on Friday, the day after a red-carpet premiere attended by superfans, celebrities and Sweden’s King Carl XVI Gustaf and Queen Silvia. The guests of honor were pop royalty — the four members of ABBA, appearing in public together for the first time in years.
They were in the audience, though. Onstage at the specially built 3,000-seat ABBA Arena next to east London’s Olympic Park were a 10-piece live backing band and a digital ABBA, created using motion capture and other technology by Industrial Light and Magic, the special effects firm founded by “Star Wars” director George Lucas.
The voices and movements are the real Agnetha Faltskog, Björn Ulvaeus, Benny Andersson and Anni-Frid Lyngstad — choreographed by Britain’s Wayne McGregor — but the performers onstage are digital avatars, inevitably dubbed “ABBA-tars.” In unsettlingly realistic detail, they depict the band members as they looked in their 1970s heyday — beards on the men, flowing locks on the women, velour pantsuits all around.
The result is both high tech and high camp, a glittery supernova of stupefying technology, 1970s nostalgia and pop music genius.
For many in the audience, it was almost like being taken back in time to watch ABBA perform classics including “Mamma Mia,” “Knowing Me, Knowing You,” “SOS” and “Dancing Queen.” The peppy 90-minute set also includes tracks from “Voyage,” the reunion album the band released last year.
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It's a fusion of tribute act and 3D concert movie that transcends that description. At times it was possible to forget this wasn't a live performance, though when the backing singers stepped forward to belt out “Does Your Mother Know,” a surge of live-music energy shot through the arena.
The four band members — two married couples during ABBA’s heyday, though now long divorced — got a rapturous ovation when they took a bow at the end of Thursday’s show, 50 years after they formed ABBA, and 40 years after they stopped performing live.
Watching one’s younger self perform must be a strange sensation, but the band members, now in their 70s, said they were delighted by the show.
“I never knew I had such amazing moves,” Ulvaeus said.
Lyngstad agreed: “I thought I was quite good, but I’m even better.”
Ulvaeus said the audience reaction was the most gratifying part of the experience.
“There’s an emotional connection between the avatars and the audience,” he said. “That’s the fantastic thing.”
Producers bill the show as “revolutionary.” Time will tell. Like the first audiences to watch a talking motion picture a century ago, attendees may leave wondering whether they are watching a gimmick, or the future.
The Times of London reviewer Will Hodgkinson judged the show “essentially an ABBA singalong with added sound and light show,” though he called the effect “captivating.” Writing in The Guardian, Alexis Petridis called the concert “jaw-dropping” and said “it’s so successful that it’s hard not to imagine other artists following suit.”
Gimmick or genius, “ABBA Voyage” is booking in London until May 2023, with a world tour planned after that.
The fans who attended Thursday's show are just delighted ABBA is back.
“I’m so excited,” said Kristina Hagman, a Swede who has been a fan since the 1970s.
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People lean on a tree in Djibo, Burkina Faso, Thursday May 26, 2022. African leaders have gathered for a summit in Malabo, Equatorial Guinea, to address growing humanitarian needs on the continent, which is also facing increased violent extremism, climate change challenges and a run of military coups. Leaders on Friday called for increased mobilization to resolve a humanitarian crisis that has left millions displaced and more than 280 million suffering from malnourishment. (AP Photo/Sam Mednick)
Livestock looks for shade in Djibo, Burkina Faso, Thursday May 26, 2022. African leaders have gathered for a summit in Malabo, Equatorial Guinea, to address growing humanitarian needs on the continent, which is also facing increased violent extremism, climate change challenges and a run of military coups. Leaders on Friday called for increased mobilization to resolve a humanitarian crisis that has left millions displaced and more than 280 million suffering from malnourishment. (AP Photo/Sam Mednick)
Women carry water in Djibo, Burkina Faso, Thursday May 26, 2022. African leaders have gathered for a summit in Malabo, Equatorial Guinea, to address growing humanitarian needs on the continent, which is also facing increased violent extremism, climate change challenges and a run of military coups. Leaders on Friday called for increased mobilization to resolve a humanitarian crisis that has left millions displaced and more than 280 million suffering from malnourishment. (AP Photo/Sam Mednick)
Internally displaced people wait for aid in Djibo, Burkina Faso, Thursday May 26, 2022. African leaders have gathered for a summit in Malabo, Equatorial Guinea, to address growing humanitarian needs on the continent, which is also facing increased violent extremism, climate change challenges and a run of military coups. Leaders on Friday called for increased mobilization to resolve a humanitarian crisis that has left millions displaced and more than 280 million suffering from malnourishment. (AP Photo/Sam Mednick)
An aerial view shows a camp of internally displaced people in Djibo, Burkina Faso, Thursday May 26, 2022. African leaders have gathered for a summit in Malabo, Equatorial Guinea, to address growing humanitarian needs on the continent, which is also facing increased violent extremism, climate change challenges and a run of military coups. Leaders on Friday called for increased mobilization to resolve a humanitarian crisis that has left millions displaced and more than 280 million suffering from malnourishment. (AP Photo/Sam Mednick)
DJIBO, Burkina Faso (AP) — African leaders gathered for a summit Friday in Malabo, Equatorial Guinea, to address growing humanitarian needs on the continent, which is also facing increased violent extremism, climate change challenges and a run of military coups.
Leaders called for increased mobilization to resolve a humanitarian crisis that has left millions displaced and more than 280 million suffering from malnourishment.
For people in Djibo, a town in northern Burkina Faso near the border with Mali, any help can’t come soon enough.
The city in the Sahel region -- the large expanse below the Sahara Desert -- has been besieged since February by jihadis who prevent people and goods from moving in or out and cut water supplies. Few truckers want to run the jihadist gauntlet. Residents are suffering with no food or water, animals are dying and the price of grain has spiked.
“The goods are not arriving anymore here. Animal and agricultural production is not possible because the people cannot go back to their villages,” U.N. resident and humanitarian coordinator Barbara Manzi told The Associated Press from Djibo this week. “Unless (a solution) is found, it’s going to be really a tragedy for the entire group of people that are here.”
Djibo has been at the epicenter of the violence linked to al-Qaida and the Islamic State group that has killed thousands and displaced nearly 2 million people. While Djibo — and Soum province where the town is located — experienced periods of calm, such as during a makeshift ceasefire between jihadis and the government surrounding the 2020 presidential election, the truce didn’t last.
Since November, insecurity in the region has increased. Jihadis have destroyed water infrastructure in the town and lined much of Djibo’s perimeter with explosives, blockading the city, say locals.
The town’s population has swollen from 60,000 to 300,000 over the last few years as people flee the countryside to escape the violence.
Blockading cities is a tactic used by jihadis to assert dominance and could also be an attempt to get Burkina Faso’s new military junta, which seized power in January, to backtrack on promises to eliminate the jihadis, said Laith Alkhouri, CEO of Intelonyx Intelligence Advisory, a group that provides intelligence analysis.
“Militants resort to blockading when they see an opportunity to gain incentives in negotiating with the government and simultaneously send a message to their base that they are in control. It’s a bargaining card and a winning one,” he said.
A U.N. team flew in briefly to assess the situation. The AP was the first foreign media to visit the town in more than a year.
“Today there is nothing to buy here. Even if you have cash, there is nothing to buy. We came here with four donkeys and goats and some of them died because of hunger. We were forced to sell the rest of the animals and unfortunately prices of animals have decreased,” said cattle owner Mamoudou Oumarou.
The 53-year-old father of 13 fled his village in February and said the blockade in Djibo has prevented people from coming to the market to buy and sell cattle, decreasing demand and lowering prices for the animals by half.
Before the violence, Djibo had one of the biggest and most vital cattle markets in the Sahel and was a bustling economic hub. Some 600 trucks used to enter Djibo monthly, now it’s less than 70, said Alpha Ousmane Dao, director of Seracom, a local aid group in Djibo.
Burkina Faso is facing its worst hunger crisis in six years, more than 630,000 people are on the brink of starvation, according to the UN.
As a result of Djibo’s blockade, the World Food Program has been unable to deliver food to the town since December and stocks are running out, said Antoine Renard, country director for the World Food Program in Burkina Faso.
Efforts to end the blockade through dialogue have had mixed results. At the end of April, the emir of Djibo met with Burkina Faso’s top jihadist, Jafar Dicko, to negotiate lifting the siege. However, little progress has been made since then.
Locals say the jihadis have eased restrictions in some areas allowing freer movement, but that the army is now preventing people from bringing food out of Djibo to the surrounding villages for fear it will go to the jihadis.
The army denied the allegations.
Meanwhile residents in Djibo say they’re risking their lives just trying to survive.
Dadou Sadou searches for wood and water in the middle of the night outside of Djibo, when she says the jihadis are not around.
“We no longer have animals, we don’t have food to buy in the market … If you have children, you don’t have a choice,” she said.
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In this special presentation, we're analyzing seven dividend stocks that investors can look for when they're looking for safety from market volatility. These dividends are safe and likely to continue to rise on a yearly basis.
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BEND, Ore. (AP) — A nearly 30-year veteran of the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office in Bend, Oregon, has filed a $2.5 million federal lawsuit against the county, the sheriff, and two private investigators for alleged civil rights violations and retaliation.
In his lawsuit, Capt. Deron McMaster claims Sheriff Shane Nelson withheld evidence incriminating Nelson and his wife in an internal investigation into another deputy, Oregon Public Broadcasting reported. The lawsuit also alleges Nelson retaliated against McMaster for speaking out about Nelson’s improper actions.
“Defendant Sheriff Nelson acted with evil motive or intent toward (McMaster) when Sheriff Nelson intentionally concealed damaging testimony given by his wife,” the lawsuit says.”
The lawsuit stems from incidents involving a Deschutes County Sheriff’s deputy, his romantic partner, and a subordinate with whom he was having an affair. An internal investigation found McMaster failed to report suspected domestic and sexual abuse by the deputy against the romantic partner and that McMaster lied during the investigation.
McMaster maintains the allegations are false and said he reported the alleged abuse to the deputy’s supervisor and the Redmond Police Department. Nelson lives across the street from the deputy in question, and McMaster said Nelson’s wife — a former Bend police officer — was interviewed during the investigations. McMaster alleges Nelson tried to cover up his and his wife’s knowledge of the domestic abuse. When McMaster spoke out about the cover-up, he says Nelson retaliated against him.
“Nelson disputes the allegations made in this complaint and plans to vigorously defend the Sheriff’s Office against these allegations," Sheriff's Office spokesperson Sgt. Jayson Janes told OPB. "No further information will be released due to the pending litigation.”
Internal turmoil under Nelson’s leadership has been an ongoing issue. Since 2015, the year Nelson was appointed sheriff, agency employees have filed at least 25 complaints against the sheriff and the agency.
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Chrome OS 102 brings expanded Google Cursive compatibility and better USB-C cable recognition
By Andrew Myrick published
Google has announced the new key features coming to Chrome OS 102.
What you need to know
- Google has released Chrome OS version 102 to the stable channel.
- The update brings Google's Chrome OS-only handwriting app, Cursive, to all "eligible" Chromebooks.
- Chrome OS 102 also brings more customization for magnification and better recognition of USB-C cables.
Just a few days after releasing Chrome OS version 101, Google is back at it again with a new stable release courtesy of Chrome OS 102. This time around, there are some pretty exciting features coming to users everywhere, as opposed to only offering another slew of bug fixes.
The biggest addition to Chrome OS 102 is the expanded compatibility for Google's hand-writing app, Cursive. This app was released year for select Chromebook models, but after applying this latest update, it should be installed. In the event that you don't see it, you can install the PWA (Progressive Web App) just by heading over to cursive.apps.chrome and tapping the install button in Chrome's toolbar.
As the name suggests, Cursive is another contender for best note-taking apps but is designed with Chromebooks in mind. Pairing Cursive with the best USI stylus and your favorite Chromebook will result in an endless canvas for note-taking or drawings. It makes things like signing PDFs easier than ever, as you can just import the document, sign it, and then export it from the Cursive app. And as a teaser, Google says that "features for more personalization, like more easily changing the thickness, style and color of the stylus stroke" will be on the way "in the coming months."
Another change coming with Chrome OS 102 is improvements to the magnification feature built into the operating system. When using the magnifier feature, a split-screen interface will appear, showing the zoomed-in content on the top with the "normal" screen at the bottom.
Once the update is installed, Google is bringing more customization options to those who use the magnification feature. Users will be able to make the zoomed-in portion of the screen larger or smaller, based on whatever it is you need.
Finally, and perhaps the most important update coming to Chrome OS 102 is better recognition for USB-C cables. It's important to make sure that you're using the right cables, but Chrome OS hasn't done a great job at letting you know when you're using a cable that you probably shouldn't.
That's all about to change, for select Chromebooks, as you'll now see a notification appear letting you know whether a connected cable is capable of handling your needs. Say you're plugging in your Chromebook into a docking station using USB-C or Thunderbolt, and you can't figure out why the display won't turn on. Well, with this update, your Chromebook will actually tell you as much, and it will also inform you if you're using a cable that doesn't support the necessary standards.
Initially, Google is bringing this new USB-C notification system to Chromebooks powered by Intel's 11th or 12th Gen chipsets using USB-4 or Thunderbolt. However, Google does state that there are "more devices to come," so those using an AMD-powered Chromebook will have to wait just a bit longer. And if you need a reference place of where to start when it comes to picking the right cables, Google's Works with Chromebooks accessory program is full of great cables for all of your needs.
Chrome OS 102 should begin rolling out to Chromebook owners over the next few days. We'll be sure to dive in and see if there are any fun changes that weren't detailed in today's announcement.
Lenovo Chromebook Flex 5i
Still the best bang for buck
The Lenovo Chromebook Flex 5i may not be the newest Chromebook out there, but it's easily one of the best. It offers a convertible design, a beautiful display, and stylus support, making it perfect for Google's Cursive app.
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IHT Wealth Management LLC lifted its position in shares of FS KKR Capital Corp. (NYSE:FSK – Get Rating) by 28.9% during the 4th quarter, Holdings Channel reports. The firm owned 87,666 shares of the company’s stock after purchasing an additional 19,674 shares during the quarter. IHT Wealth Management LLC’s holdings in FS KKR Capital were worth $1,836,000 as of its most recent filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).
A number of other institutional investors and hedge funds also recently made changes to their positions in the stock. Atria Investments LLC boosted its holdings in FS KKR Capital by 3.5% in the 4th quarter. Atria Investments LLC now owns 75,577 shares of the company’s stock valued at $1,583,000 after purchasing an additional 2,562 shares during the period. Cassia Capital Partners LLC bought a new position in shares of FS KKR Capital in the third quarter valued at $1,672,000. Mariner LLC lifted its stake in shares of FS KKR Capital by 34.2% in the third quarter. Mariner LLC now owns 367,576 shares of the company’s stock valued at $8,101,000 after buying an additional 93,628 shares in the last quarter. National Asset Management Inc. lifted its position in shares of FS KKR Capital by 11.8% during the fourth quarter. National Asset Management Inc. now owns 78,134 shares of the company’s stock valued at $1,637,000 after purchasing an additional 8,240 shares in the last quarter. Finally, Mountain Capital Investment Advisors Inc increased its holdings in FS KKR Capital by 75.7% during the fourth quarter. Mountain Capital Investment Advisors Inc now owns 22,498 shares of the company’s stock worth $505,000 after buying an additional 9,692 shares during the last quarter. Institutional investors and hedge funds own 41.91% of the company’s stock.
In other news, insider Brian Gerson purchased 4,642 shares of the business’s stock in a transaction that occurred on Monday, March 14th. The shares were bought at an average cost of $22.60 per share, for a total transaction of $104,909.20. The purchase was disclosed in a filing with the SEC, which is available at this hyperlink. Also, CEO Michael C. Forman purchased 5,488 shares of the business’s stock in a transaction that occurred on Tuesday, May 24th. The shares were purchased at an average price of $20.41 per share, for a total transaction of $112,010.08. Following the completion of the acquisition, the chief executive officer now directly owns 5,488 shares in the company, valued at approximately $112,010.08. The disclosure for this purchase can be found here. Over the last quarter, insiders acquired 21,080 shares of company stock worth $457,908. 0.18% of the stock is currently owned by insiders.
FS KKR Capital (NYSE:FSK – Get Rating) last announced its quarterly earnings results on Monday, February 28th. The company reported $0.65 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, beating analysts’ consensus estimates of $0.62 by $0.03. The company had revenue of $364.00 million for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $344.46 million. FS KKR Capital had a net margin of 116.21% and a return on equity of 8.84%. On average, research analysts forecast that FS KKR Capital Corp. will post 2.7 EPS for the current year.
The business also recently declared a quarterly dividend, which will be paid on Tuesday, July 5th. Shareholders of record on Wednesday, June 15th will be issued a $0.68 dividend. This is an increase from FS KKR Capital’s previous quarterly dividend of $0.63. This represents a $2.72 dividend on an annualized basis and a yield of 12.51%. The ex-dividend date is Tuesday, June 14th. FS KKR Capital’s payout ratio is currently 31.00%.
A number of research firms have recently commented on FSK. Zacks Investment Research upgraded shares of FS KKR Capital from a “hold” rating to a “buy” rating and set a $24.00 price objective for the company in a research report on Thursday, May 12th. Wells Fargo & Company decreased their target price on shares of FS KKR Capital from $21.50 to $21.00 and set an “equal weight” rating for the company in a research note on Monday, April 25th. Finally, Hovde Group reduced their price target on shares of FS KKR Capital to $23.00 in a research report on Friday, May 20th.
About FS KKR Capital (Get Rating)
FS KKR Capital Corp. is a business development company specializing in investments in debt securities. It invest primarily in the senior secured debt and, to a lesser extent, the subordinated debt of private middle market U.S. companies. It seeks to purchase interests in loans through secondary market transactions or directly from the target companies as primary market investments.
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CALGARY - The Edmonton Oilers have a rich history.
This iteration wants to add another memorable chapter.
Connor McDavid's overtime goal Thursday clinched the first playoff Battle of Alberta in 31 years as the Oilers defeated the Calgary Flames 5-4 to move onto the Western Conference final.
Edmonton won the Stanley Cup five times between 1984 and 1990 with teams led by Wayne Gretzky, Mark Messier, Paul Coffey and Jari Kurri.
The franchise made another final in 2006, but lost to the Carolina Hurricanes in seven games before missing the playoffs for 10 straight seasons.
And despite a roster featuring McDavid and Leon Draisaitl, the Oilers had advanced to the second round just once in the star forwards' six previous campaigns until this spring.
Now they're dreaming of returning hockey's holy grail to the Alberta capital.
"We're proud of the Hall of Fame people that have come through our organization," Oilers interim head coach Jay Woodcroft said after eliminating the Flames. "We're proud of the different runs that the team has gone on throughout the years. But our team wants to contribute to that type of history.
"Our team is looking to make its own mark."
McDavid and Draisaitl lead the playoffs with a jaw-dropping 26 points each. The former put up 12 against Calgary, while the latter bagged an outrageous 17.
"We've had a lot of down moments," Draisaitl said looking back. "A lot of moments where people were hard on us.
"We haven't won yet. We're only halfway, but it feels good to take that next step."
Edmonton now awaits the winner of the Western Conference's other second-round series between the Colorado Avalanche and St. Louis Blues. The Avalanche lead that matchup 3-2 with Game 6 set for Friday in St. Louis.
"It was an important moment for our team," Woodcroft said of McDavid's Game 5 heroics. "We're going to enjoy this."
The Oilers last made the third round of the playoffs 16 years ago when they defeated the Mighty Ducks of Anaheim 4-1 before losing the Cup final to Carolina.
Edmonton, which defeated the Los Angeles Kings 4-3 in the opening round earlier this month, lost 9-6 to Calgary in Game 1, but then ripped off four straight wins by a combined 19-11 scoreline to clinch.
"Lots of swings," McDavid said. "Just hung in there all series and found a way.
"That was really the moral of the whole series."
The Flames topped the Pacific Division in the regular season — seven points clear of the second-place Oilers — but were unable to match the play of their provincial rivals.
Edmonton goalie Mike Smith outduelled Calgary counterpart and Vezina Trophy finalist Jacob Markstrom, while McDavid and Draisaitl had a clear edge over the Flames' best players, including Johnny Gaudreau and Matthew Tkachuk.
"They made it hard on us ... we had to push back twice as hard," Draisaitl said. "It was a great battle.
"But I think it shows our effort in our group, the type of guys that we have in our room, the resiliency to stick with it and get back to our game and take control."
So what was it like to take part in the first Battle of Alberta since Esa Tikkanen scored in overtime of Game 7 for the Oilers back in 1991?
"Special," McDavid said. "The fans were amazing in both buildings — especially in Edmonton.
"The energy and vibe around the city has been amazing."
That's certain to continue with the Oilers and a fan base that's endured plenty of lean years now just eight wins from the Cup.
"I'm sure the people at home are very excited," Draisailt said. "But we're only halfway. We're very excited. We're very happy, very proud of what we've achieved so far this post-season, but there's more to be had for us. That's our ultimate goal.
"Be proud of it — happy — but we're getting ready for the next round."
This report by The Canadian Press was first published May 27, 2022.
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Just days before the academic year was supposed to end and summer break was to start, teachers and students at Robb Elementary were attacked in their own school. They died in their classroom, unable to escape the gunman.
Two teachers and 19 students were killed at the elementary school in Uvalde, Texas, making it the second-deadliest school shooting in U.S. history. At least four others were injured.
Here's what we know about the victims who died:
Naveah Bravo, 10
Esmeralda Bravo, held a photo of Nevaeh at a Wednesday night vigil, NBC reports. An aunt, Yvonne White, posted a verified fundraiser for the family.
Jackie Cazares, 10
"My baby girl has been taken away from my family and I," her father, Jacinto Cazares, wrote on Facebook.
Describing his daughter as being full of life and love, he added, "It hurts us to our souls."
Makenna Elrod, 10
Brandon Elrod spent hours looking for his daughter after the shooting, and when he wasn't able to locate her in the rendezvous point or local hospitals, he wanted to get in touch with the nearest funeral home.
"I don't know what this world's coming to," Elrod said in a brief interview with ABC News.
Jose Flores Jr., 10
"He was always full of energy," his father, Jose Flores Sr., told CNN. "Ready to play till the night."
The fourth-grader, who loved baseball and video games, had two siblings.
Eliahna "Ellie" Garcia, 10
After their search for Ellie ended with news that she had died, her parents, Jennifer Lugo and Steven Garcia, aired their grief on Facebook. Lugo said her heart is shattered.
"I love you baby girl," she wrote late Tuesday night. "I will never stop thinking of you !!!"
"Our Ellie was a doll and was the happiest ever," Garcia wrote. "I was gonna DJ for her at her party like she wanted me too!!! Mom and Dad love you never forget that and please try to stay by our side Amor!!!!"
Irma Garcia, fourth-grade teacher, 48
Garcia taught at Robb Elementary for more than 20 years, spending her entire career at the school.
"I love to BBQ with my husband, listen to music, and take country cruises to Concan," she said, referring to the popular summer getaway area that's about 20 miles north of Uvalde, along the Frio River.
For the past five years, Garcia had been a co-teacher at Robb, working alongside Eva Mireles, the other teacher who died in the shooting.
She had four children – two daughters and two sons – according to her bio on the school website. Garcia and her husband, Joe, were married for 24 years, she said on the site. A family member says that Joe had a fatal heart attack on Thursday, two days after his wife's death, the Associated Press reports.
Uziyah Garcia, 8
Manny Renfro told the Associated Press that his grandson was "the sweetest little boy that I've ever known."
He last came to visit during spring break.
"We started throwing the football together and I was teaching him pass patterns. Such a fast little boy and he could catch a ball so good," Renfro said.
"There were certain plays that I would call that he would remember and he would do it exactly like we practiced."
Amerie Jo Garza, 9
"You did not deserve this my sweet baby girl," her mother, Kimberly Garcia, wrote on Facebook. "Mommy loves you, mommy can't sleep without you."
Her father, Angel Garza, wrote, "My little love is now flying high with the angels above. Please don't take a second for granted. Hug your family. Tell them you love them. I love you Amerie jo."
Berlinda Irene Arreola told The Daily Beast that her granddaughter — who leaves behind a 3-year-old brother — was fatally wounded while trying to call 911.
"So the gunman went in and he told the children 'You're going to die.' And she had her phone and she called 911," she said. "And instead of grabbing it and breaking it or taking it from her, he shot her. She was sitting right next to her best friend. Her best friend was covered in her blood."
Jayce Carmelo Luevanos
Luevanos loved to make people laugh, his grandmother, Linda Gonzales, told the Daily Beast.
His cousin, Jailah Silguero, was also killed in the shooting.
"They were just so sweet," Gonzales added. "They were sweet kids and lovable. What can you say about little innocent kids?"
Xavier Lopez, 10
Lopez's mother, Felicha Martinez, confirmed to The Washington Post that her son was among those killed in Tuesday's attack. (The family has also created a verified GoFundMe for funeral expenses).
She said he loved dancing and sports, and that his favorite school subject was art. He was a bright light for their family with a smile that could cheer anyone up, she added.
Lopez received a certificate at his school's honor roll ceremony just hours before the shooting. Martinez said she told him she loved him and hugged him goodbye, not imagining that would be the last time she saw him.
"He really couldn't wait to go to middle school," she said.
His cousin, Lisa Garza, asked for prayers on Facebook. "My little cousin lost his life today to this senseless act of a shooter at his school," she said.
Tess Marie Mata, 10
"My hope was that she was lost or hiding somewhere in the school," her older sister Faith told The Washington Post. They didn't find out the truth until late the night of the shooting. She told The Post that Tess had been saving money for a family trip to Disney World next year.
Miranda Mathis, 11
Eva Mireles, fourth-grade teacher, 44
Mireles was remembered in a Facebook post by her daughter, Adalynn Ruiz, as "the half that makes me whole."
"My best friend, my twin was taken from me," Ruiz said. "Thank you for loving me in the best ways and for raising me to become so strong. Everyone who knows you knows how outgoing and funny you were and I will miss your laugh forever."
In a bio on Robb Elementary's website, Mireles said she had a "supportive, fun, and loving family" that included three "furry friends." She said she enjoyed running and hiking "and now you just might see me riding a bike!!"
Mireles co-taught with Irma Garcia, who also died in the shooting.
Alithia Ramirez, 10
Ramirez "loved to draw and wanted to be an artist, and even submitted a drawing to Doodle for Google," her father told KSAT reporter Garrett Brnger.
Annabell Guadalupe Rodriguez, 10
Rodriguez "was killed along with her cousin Jackie Cazares," local TV news KSAT reports, adding that the two were classmates in their fourth-grade class.
Maite Rodriguez
"We are deeply saddened by the [loss] of this sweet smart little girl," said Felix Coronado, whose cousin Ana was Rodriguez's mother. Coronado set up a GoFundMe page to pay for funeral expenses and time away from work for Rodriguez's mother.
Rodriguez's cousin, Destiny Esquivel, said in a Facebook post said she wished she had told Rodriguez she loved here one more time, calling Rodriguez "my mini me and my little best friend."
Alexandria Aniyah Rubio, 10
Rubio's mother, Kimberly Mata-Rubio, said via Facebook:
"My beautiful, smart, Alexandria Aniyah Rubio was recognized today for All-A honor roll. She also received the good citizen award. We told her we loved her and would pick her up after school. We had no idea this was goodbye."
Layla Salazar, 10
Her father, Vincent Salazar, told the Associated Press that Layla loved to swim and dance to Tik Tok videos and that he had won six races at her school's field day.
He said that as he drove her to school each day, the father and daughter would sing along to "Sweet Child O' Mine" by Guns 'n' Roses.
"She was just a whole lot of fun," Salazar said.
Jailah Silguero, 10
Her mother, Verónica Luevanos, told Univision that Silguero didn't want to go to school Tuesday.
She was the cousin of another victim, Jayce Carmelo Luevanos.
Eliahana Cruz Torres
Cruz Torres was a "beautiful young girl with a lot of energy," her grandfather told ABC's Mireya Villarreal.
Rogelio Torres, 10
"Roger was a very intelligent, hard-working and helpful person. He will be missed and never forgotten," said Precious Perez, Rojelio's aunt.
At least 17 people were wounded in the attack
In addition to those who died, 17 people were also injured in the shooting, Gov. Greg Abbott said in a press conference Wednesday.
University Hospital in San Antonio said on Wednesday that it was still caring for four victims, three children and one adult: a 66-year-old woman in serious condition, a 10-year-old girl in serious condition, a 10-year-old girl in good condition and a 9-year-old girl in good condition.
"All pediatric patients have their families with them," the hospital added.
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The South Dakota Historical Society Press has released its first graphic novel.
The Argus Leader reported Friday that “American Ace: Joe Foss, Fighter Pilot” was released last month. The novel focuses on Joe Foss, who grew up on a farm outside Sioux Falls and became an ace as a Marine Corps fighter pilot during the Battle of Guadalcanal during World War II.
Foss is credited with shooting down 26 Japanese planes, equaling the number of planes ace Eddie Rickenbacker shot down during World War I.
Foss went on to serve as South Dakota governor after the war and served as a brigadier general in the South Dakota Air Guard. He also spent seven years as the first commissioner of the American Football League.
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The suspects in the shootings at a Uvalde, Texas, elementary school and a Buffalo, New York, supermarket were both just 18, authorities say, when they bought the weapons used in the attacks — too young to legally purchase alcohol or cigarettes, but old enough to arm themselves with assault weapons.
The Buffalo suspect was taken to a hospital last year for a mental health evaluation, but the incident didn't trigger New York's “red flag” law and he was still able to purchase a gun. The Texas suspect’s mother told ABC he gave her an “uneasy feeling" at times and could “be aggressive ... If he really got mad." But authorities say he had no known criminal or mental health history. The state has no such red flag law.
They are just the latest suspected U.S. mass shooters whose ability to obtain guns has raised concerns. In some cases shooters got guns legally under current firearms laws, or because of background check lapses or law enforcement’s failure to heed warnings of concerning behavior.
After the shootings, which together left 31 people dead, President Joe Biden renewed calls for stronger gun laws and questioned whether people as young as 18 should be allowed to purchase firearms. In the past, Biden has called for banning assault weapons and expanding background checks. Many Republicans oppose the measures.
A look at how suspects in recent mass shootings obtained guns, based on police accounts, court documents and contemporaneous reporting:
UVALDE, TEXAS: MAY 24, 2022. 21 DEAD.
Salvador Ramos legally purchased two guns in the days before the attack that killed 19 students and two teachers at Robb Elementary School — an AR-style rifle from a federally licensed gun dealer in the Uvalde area on May 17 and a second rifle on May 20. Ramos made the purchases just days after turning 18, the minimum age under federal law for buying a rifle. He also purchased several hundred rounds of ammunition. At least one of the rifles was a DDM4, made by Daniel Defense and modeled after the U.S. military’s M4 carbine rifle, though without the M4's ability to switch to fully automatic or fire a three-round burst. “The idea that an 18-year-old kid can walk into a gun store and buy two assault weapons is just wrong,” Biden said hours after the shooting Tuesday. “What in God’s name do you need an assault weapon for except to kill someone?” Ramos was killed at the school by a Border Patrol team.
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BUFFALO, NEW YORK: MAY 14, 2022. 10 DEAD.
Payton Gendron legally purchased the Bushmaster XM-15 E2S used in the attack on Tops Friendly Market from a federally licensed gun dealer near his home in Conklin, New York, about 200 miles (320 kilometers) southeast of Buffalo. In a personal, online diary that surfaced after the attack, Gendron said he bought the AR-15-style weapon in January, bought a shotgun in December and received a rifle as a Christmas present from his dad when he was 16. Last year, Gendron was taken to a hospital for a psychiatric evaluation under a state mental health law after writing “murder-suicide” in response to a teacher’s question. New York is one of 19 states with red flag laws that allow courts to take guns from people posing immediate danger, but that didn't happen with Gendron, who was 17 at the time. State police described his threat as “general in nature" and said it didn't “specifically mention shooting or firearms.” After the shooting, Gov. Kathy Hochul signed an executive order underscoring the need for red flag interventions and said she would seek to bar people under 21 from buying some semi-automatic weapons in the state. A similar law in California was ruled unconstitutional. Gendron is charged with murder.
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BOULDER, COLORADO: MARCH 22, 2021. 10 DEAD.
Ahmad Al Aliwi Alissa bought a Ruger AR-556 pistol, a semi-automatic weapon with a capacity of up to 30 rounds, six days before the shooting at King Soopers grocery store, police said. Alissa was prone to sudden rage and was convicted of misdemeanor assault and sentenced to probation for attacking a high school classmate. Colorado has a universal background check law covering almost all gun sales, but that misdemeanor would not have prevented him from buying a weapon, experts said. Had it been a felony, federal law would've barred his purchase. Days before the shooting, a judge struck down city ordinances banning assault rifles and high-capacity magazines in Boulder, citing a state law prohibiting local gun bans. The NRA backed the lawsuit challenging the ordinances. A judge ruled last month that Alissa is mentally incompetent to stand trial.
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ATLANTA: MARCH 16, 2021. 8 DEAD.
Robert Aaron Long purchased a 9 mm handgun just hours before going on a shooting rampage at three massage businesses in the Atlanta area, police said. A lawyer for the gun shop said it complies with federal background check laws. Georgia, like the majority of states, has no waiting period to obtain a gun. Long claimed to have a “sex addiction,” police said, and he spent time at an addiction recovery facility last year. Federal law bans guns for people who are “unlawful users of or addicted to a controlled substance” or who’ve been court-ordered to a mental health or substance abuse treatment facility, but doesn’t mention treatment for other compulsions as a barrier to ownership. Long is serving a sentence life without parole.
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MIDLAND, TEXAS, AUG. 31, 2019. 7 DEAD.
Seth Aaron Ator purchased an AR-style rifle through a private sale, allowing him to evade a federal background check, and fired it indiscriminately from his car into passing vehicles and shopping plazas. He also hijacked a mail truck, killing the driver. Ator had been blocked from getting a gun in 2014 after his background check was flagged because a court determined he was mentally ill, according to a law enforcement official familiar with the matter. Private sales, which account for up to 40% of all gun sales according to some estimates, are not subject to a federal background check and private sellers aren't required to determine if a buyer is eligible to own a gun. Ator was killed by police.
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DAYTON, OHIO: AUG. 4, 2019. 9 DEAD.
Connor Betts’ classmates said he was suspended in high school for compiling a “hit list” and a “rape list,” but authorities said nothing in his background prevented him from purchasing the AR-15-style pistol used in the shooting at Ned Peppers Bar. Ohio law requires that sealed records of any juvenile crimes be expunged either after five years or once the offender turns 23. Betts, who was 24 at the time of the shooting, bought the gun online from a Texas dealer. It was then shipped to a Dayton-area firearms dealer, in accordance with federal law. Betts was killed by police.
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EL PASO, TEXAS, AUG. 3, 2019. 23 DEAD.
Patrick Crusius bought an AK-47-style rifle and 1,000 rounds of hollow-point ammunition online 45 days before he walked into a Walmart store and opened fire, killing 23 people and injuring two dozen others, before confessing that he had been targeting Mexicans, according to prosecutors. A Crusius family lawyer said his mother raised concerns about the purchase in a call to police on June 27. Police said she asked if Crusius, who was 21 at the time, was old enough to buy a gun. Police said she was assured he was and that he'd qualify if he passed a background check. Police said she expressed concern only about his safety and said she’d seen no recent change in his behavior. Crusius posted a racist screed online just before the attack and appeared to target Mexicans. He's charged with capital murder in Texas and federal hate crimes and firearms offenses.
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VIRGINIA BEACH, VIRGINIA: MAY 31, 2019. 12 DEAD.
Former Virginia Beach city employee DeWayne Craddock legally purchased six firearms in the three years before he opened fire on a municipal building, including the two .45-caliber pistols used in the attack. An independent review of the shooting, commissioned by the City of Virginia Beach, found that Craddock displayed no warning signs or “prohibited behaviors associated with a pathway to violence,” and that he had no known history of mental health treatment. Craddock was killed by police. ___
THOUSAND OAKS, CALIFORNIA: NOV. 7, 2018. 12 DEAD.
Ian David Long, a former Marine machine gunner who served in Afghanistan, used a legally purchased .45-caliber pistol with an extended magazine in the shooting at the Borderline Bar & Grill. California tried to outlaw high-capacity magazines, but a federal judge reversed that after a pro-gun group sued. Months before the shooting, sheriff’s deputies called to Long’s home found him acting irrationally, but a mental health specialist didn’t feel he needed to be involuntarily committed. California has a red flag law, but there’s no indication authorities sought a court order to take away Long's guns. Long killed himself.
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PITTSBURGH: OCT. 27, 2018. 11 DEAD.
Robert Gregory Bowers had a carry license and legally owned the Colt AR-15 SP1 and three Glock .357 handguns police said he used to kill worshipers at Tree of Life synagogue. Bowers spent months posting rants against Jews on Gab, a social media site favored by right-wing extremists. He also posted photos of his "glock family.” Just before the attack, he posted a screed against a Jewish organization that resettles refugees, saying: “I can’t sit by and watch my people get slaughtered. Screw your optics, I’m going in.” None of the rhetoric appeared to raise red flags. His case is pending. ___
SANTA FE, TEXAS: MAY. 18, 2018. 10 DEAD.
Dimitrios Pagourtzis, a 17-year-old student, used a shotgun and a .38-caliber handgun that his father purchased legally and stored in a closet at their home, authorities said. It wasn’t clear if his father knew he’d taken the guns. Prior to the attack, Pagourtzis posted a photo on social media of a T-shirt with the phrase “Born to Kill” and had writings indicating he planned to attack his high school. A judge sent him to a mental health facility after ruling he was incompetent to stand trial.
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PARKLAND, FLORIDA: FEB. 14, 2018. 17 DEAD.
Nikolas Cruz legally purchased a Smith & Wesson M&P 15 rifle in February 2017 from a licensed dealer a few miles from Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School, authorities said. He’d been treated at a mental health clinic but hadn’t been there in more than a year. Federal law prohibits gun purchases if a court declares a person a “mental defective” or commits that person to an institution, but not if the person seeks treatment voluntarily. Cruz was 19 at the time of the shooting. He pleaded guilty in October and is scheduled to be sentenced next month. ___
SUTHERLAND SPRINGS, TEXAS: NOV. 5, 2017. 25 DEAD.
Devin Patrick Kelley’s history of domestic abuse barred him from buying guns. He was able to because information about his crimes was never entered into a federal database used for background checks. The Air Force failed to follow rules requiring that it inform the FBI about his conduct. Kelley purchased four guns, including an AR-15-style rifle found at First Baptist Church, from licensed Texas and Colorado dealers over a four-year span. Kelley killed himself. ___
LAS VEGAS: OCT. 1, 2017. 58 DEAD.
Stephen Paddock purchased 33 of the 49 weapons found in his hotel room and at his homes in the year before he opened fire on a country music festival. Paddock passed all background checks. His gradual accumulation of guns went undetected because federal law doesn't require licensed gun dealers to alert the government about rifle purchases. Paddock killed himself. ___
ORLANDO, FLORIDA: JUNE 12, 2016. 49 DEAD.
Omar Mateen purchased an AR-15-style rifle, a Sig Sauer MCX, and a handgun from a licensed dealer on separate days about a week before the Pulse nightclub attack. He passed a background check and had a security license that allowed him to be armed while on duty. The FBI investigated Mateen in 2013 and 2014 over co-workers’ concerns that he’d spoken about ties to terrorist groups. Neither inquiry led to charges. Even if he'd been placed on a terrorism watch list, Congress in 2015 rejected attempts to prevent people on the list from purchasing guns. Mateen was killed by police.
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SAN BERNARDINO, CALIFORNIA: DEC. 2, 2015. 14 DEAD.
Syed Farook and his wife, Tashfeen Malik, used weapons the FBI said his neighbor, Enrique Marquez, legally purchased from a licensed dealer in 2011 and 2012. Marquez pleaded guilty to charges he conspired to provide support to terrorists and made false statements to acquire a firearm. He told investigators Farook asked him to buy the weapons because he would draw less attention. Farook and Malik were killed by police.
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ROSEBURG, OREGON: OCT. 1, 2015. 10 DEAD.
Christopher Harper-Mercer and his family members legally purchased the handguns and rifle used in the Umpqua Community College shooting from a licensed dealer. Investigators found six guns at the college and eight at an apartment. Neighbors said Harper-Mercer and his mother went target shooting together. Harper-Mercer killed himself after he was wounded by police.
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CHARLESTON, SOUTH CAROLINA: JUNE 17, 2015. 9 DEAD.
A drug arrest should've prevented Dylann Roof from purchasing the pistol he used at Emanuel AME Church, but a record-keeping error and background check delay enabled the transaction to go through. The FBI said a background check examiner never saw the arrest report because the wrong arresting agency was listed in state criminal history records. After three days, the gun dealer was legally permitted to complete the transaction. He was convicted and is on federal death row.
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WASHINGTON: SEPT. 16, 2013. 12 DEAD.
Aaron Alexis, a former reservist turned civilian contractor, passed background checks and legally purchased the shotgun used in the Washington Navy Yard shooting despite recent mental health treatment and a history of violent outbursts. He previously fired a gun in anger twice but wasn’t prosecuted in either case. Alexis was killed by police.
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NEWTOWN, CONNECTICUT: DEC. 14, 2012. 26 DEAD.
Adam Lanza used his mother’s weapons, including a .223-caliber semi-automatic rifle, in the massacre at Sandy Hook Elementary School. Lanza’s mother, whom he fatally shot before going to the school, also purchased the ammunition. Lanza killed himself. ___
AURORA, COLORADO: JULY 20, 2012. 12 DEAD.
James Holmes was receiving psychiatric treatment when he passed required federal background checks and legally purchased the weapons he used in his movie theater assault. As in the Parkland and Navy Yard cases, treatment alone did not prevent him from buying guns. He was convicted and sentenced to 12 life terms and thousands of years in prison.
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Dubai-based DAMAC Properties makes foray into US real estate market with ultra-luxurious CAVALLI branded Miami condos
DUBAI, UAE and MIAMI, May 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- UAE-based DAMAC Properties has announced that it has won the US $120 million bid to acquire land in the upscale Miami neighbourhood of Surfside. The Dubai-based developer plans to build an ultra-luxurious, CAVALLI branded condominium project.
The property, on Collins Avenue, offers residents 200 feet of direct beach frontage and access to South Beach and Bal Harbour. The land, comprising 1.8 acres, was sold to DAMAC for $120 million through the court process.
Commenting on the purchase, DAMAC Chairman and Founder, Hussain Sajwani, said: "DAMAC Properties has long been eyeing development opportunities in Miami. We see the city, which is known for being a luxury and fashion centre, as a natural fit for our Company, which has an established reputation for its branded luxury offerings."
Surfside, in recent years, has become a hotspot for ultra-luxury condominium developments, including the Four Seasons Private Residences, the Fendi Chateau Residences, and the Arte Surfside buildings.
The town also has a collection of high-end hotels, including the Four Seasons, the St. Regis Bal Harbour, and the Ritz-Carlton Bal Harbour and its primary shopping area, the Bal Harbour Shops, is known throughout Miami as a luxury shopping destination.
DAMAC Properties, known for its luxury real estate offerings both regionally and globally, is rapidly expanding its global footprint such as its flagship project in Europe — DAMAC Towers Nine Elms in the prestigious Zone 1 district of London with Versace interiors.
The Surfside project will be DAMAC's first in the United States.
The Company's consistent success over the years, and more recently on the tailwinds of Dubai's stellar economic performance and forecast, has propelled it to eye various global opportunities for development and growth.
It is developing a luxury resort in the Maldives to be operated by global hotel brand Mandarin International and has already projects in Canada, the UK and across the Middle East.
In 2021, DAMAC Properties launched two projects in Dubai, DAMAC Lagoons, the developer's third master community in Dubai, and Cavalli Tower, an ultra-luxurious 70-storey tower overlooking Palm Jumeirah, with Cavalli-branded interiors. Both projects have seen great customer interest and demand.
"Our global expansion into the United States marks a major milestone and demonstrates that DAMAC is a force to be reckoned with. This is an exciting time, and we have a lot in store," Sajwani said.
"We are rapidly growing, not only in our real estate endeavours but in various sectors such as fashion, hospitality and even emerging industries such as the Metaverse, NFTs and data centres. This enables us to stay ahead of the curve," he concluded.
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Chanel Pritchard, a pupil at Lewes Old Grammar School, is one of 2000 people from around Britain who have been selected to be a baton-bearer across the country this summer in the official 16th Queen’s Baton Relay.
Chanel said: “I feel so honoured and so grateful for this wonderful once in a life-time opportunity. This will be a memory I will never forget. I’d like to thank everyone for their continued love and support.”
The baton began its 294-day journey from Buckingham Palace last October and it will have been carried by bearers around all 72 countries in the Commonwealth and will finish up in Birmingham when the Games begin on July 28.
The baton is being relayed around the Commonwealth by bearers who have made a meaningful contribution to sport, education, the arts, culture or charity and are a figure of inspiration who positively challenge others to achieve their best.
Chanel, who will carry the baton when it arrives in the south east on July 6-7, began raising money for Air Ambulance Kent Surrey Sussex when she was made Young Mayor of Seaford 2020-21.
She said she was inspired to choose that charity after it worked so hard to save her grandfather who died in a road traffic accident, opting to channel her grief into charity fundraising.
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Nicci Hopson, founder and artistic director of Ariel, said: “Saturday 21st May saw the return of Timothy Innes, star of the smash-hit Netflix series ‘The Last Kingdom’ back to where it all began at Ariel Drama Academies.
“Timothy held an insightful, two-hour Q & A session with over 30 of Ariel’s oldest students, sharing his experience of his career to date.
“The students were in awe of Timothy’s stories, especially his advice on drama school.
“Timothy attended several of Ariel’s Academies as a student himself for many years, staying on to work as a support tutor, before Bristol Old Vic Theatre School called. He has
subsequently gone on to star as series regular King Edward in The Last Kingdom.”
Nicci added: “We are so grateful to Tim for giving his time to inspire our students. It’s so important they hear from current working professionals, who were once in their shoes. We are very proud to see the success Tim has gone on to have and that he remains connected to his roots at Ariel.
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Former President Barack Obama took to Instagram on Friday to congratulate Jacob Philadelphia, the boy who famously touched Obama's head in an iconic 2009 White House photo, on his high school graduation.
Philadelphia, the son of then-National Security Council staffer Carlton Philadelphia, was 5 years old when he visited the Oval Office and asked Obama, "Is your hair like mine?" Obama then bent down and told him to touch his head. "Yeah, that's pretty much what I've got," Obama recalled Philadelphia saying.
The moment was captured by White House photographer Pete Souza, and the photo, which Souza later named "Hair Like Mine," was celebrated for highlighting the importance of representation.
Obama reconnected with Philadelphia on Zoom before the now-teenager's graduation from the International School of Uganda.
Philadelphia, whose father later joined the State Department, told the former President he plans to attend University of Memphis and will study political science.
"I think the White House visit clearly inspired you, I hope," Obama said in the video.
"Yes. It really has," Philadelphia replied.
In the Instagram video, Obama also reflected on the iconic 2009 image, which hung in the West Wing for years during his presidency, the video noted.
"I think this picture embodied one of the hopes that I'd had when I first started running for office," Obama said.
"I remember telling Michelle and some of my staff, you know, I think that if I were to win, the day I was sworn into office, young people, particularly African American people, people of color, outsiders, folks who maybe didn't always feel like they belonged, they'd look at themselves differently. To see a person who looked like them in the Oval Office. It would speak to Black kids and Latino kids and gay kids and young girls -- how they could see the world open up for them," the former President said.
Philadelphia also spoke about the moment and how he remembers that day in the Oval Office.
"When I was younger, I just thought the President was just my dad's boss. I didn't know how powerful he was," Philadelphia said in the video. "I was a little shy and I kind of remember touching his hair and him towering over me. That was a pretty big highlight of my life."
"It is very wonderful to see representation in the government because if I get to see another Black man be at the top, be at that pinnacle, then I want to follow that lead," Philadelphia added.
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On May 14, Sergeant Chelsey Stolley and Officer Colin Deines were dispatched to a domestic disturbance at 1250 West Highway 20 in Chadron. The officers arrived on scene and learned a male and a female had been in a physical altercation at the location, but both had fled the area prior to their arrival.
Sergeant Stolley and Officer Deines were able to identify the male and female involved from surveillance video in the area and witness statements. They began a search for the two subjects, but were unable to locate either one of them. On May 15, Stolley located the female involved in the altercation and conducted an interview with her.
The investigation continued and officers of the Chadron Police Department attempted to locate the male subject, but were not successful. Finally, on May 25, Investigator Dusty Bryner observed the male subject, later identified as 45-year-old Kenneth Kersey, walking near the 800 block of West Highway 20. Bryner contacted Deines and Stolley, and advised them of Kersey’s location.
The two officers responded to the area and contacted Kersey inside a local business. Kersey provided the officers his statement as to what had happened on May 14. After Deines informed Kersey he was going to place him under arrest for domestic assault. Kersey turned away and attempted to flee the scene.
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Deines and Stolley stopped Kersey from fleeing, but he continued to resist, not allowing the officers to place him into custody. During the struggle to get him under control, Stolley utilized her taser to gain control of his arms and place him into custody.
Upon gaining control, the officers located suspected methamphetamine and several tablets of prescription style pills on Kersey. The Chadron rescue unit was called to the scene to supply medical treatment for Kersey, though he denied medical transport. Deines and Stolley then transported him to the Chadron Community Hospital for medical clearance prior to transporting him to the Dawes County Jail.
As a result of the investigation, Kersey was placed under arrest for felony domestic assault, assault by strangulation, possession of methamphetamine, possession with intent to deliver, obstruction of a police officer and resisting arrest. Bond was set at 10% of $50,000.00.
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Ice shelves are floating extensions of glaciers. A new study, published in Nature Communications, found that if Greenland’s second-largest ice shelf breaks up, it may not recover unless Earth’s future climate cools considerably.
A group of researchers from Stockholm University and the University of California, Irvine investigated whether the Petermann Ice Shelf in northern Greenland might recover from a future breakup caused by climate change. They employed a complex computer model to predict the ice shelf’s potential recovery.
“Even if Earth’s climate stopped warming, it would be difficult to rebuild this ice shelf once it has fallen apart,” says Henning Åkesson, who led the study at Stockholm University.
“If Petermann’s ice shelf is lost, we would have to go ‘back in time’ towards a cooler climate reminiscent of the period before the industrial revolution to regrow Petermann,” Åkesson says.
Ice shelves reduce mass loss from our polar ice sheets. These gatekeepers thereby limit sea-level rise caused by climate warming. “The rationale to avoid breakup of ice shelves in the first place should be clearer than ever”, Åkesson says.
Glaciers are rapidly melting
Petermann is one of Greenland’s few surviving ice shelves, and it is being closely monitored by experts throughout the globe after Manhattan-sized icebergs broke off from the ice shelf in 2010 and 2012, leading Petermann to lose 40% of its floating ice shelf. Scientists are afraid that additional ice shelf breakdown, or even collapse, may hasten ice flow from the interior ice sheet. In 2018, a new crack in the center of the ice shelf was found, raising additional concerns for Petermann’s health.
Ice-sheet experts are concerned
While this study focused on northwestern Greenland’s largest glacier, another grave concern is that the larger ice shelves found in Antarctica could be difficult to build back as well, should they break up too.
“This is just the first step, but chances are that our findings are not unique for Petermann Glacier and Greenland.” Åkesson says. “If they are not, near-future warming of the polar oceans may push the ice shelves protecting Earth’s ice sheets into a new retreated high-discharge state which may be exceedingly difficult to recover from.”
The ice-sheet experts stress that we need to pin down exactly how ice shelves break up, and how much more warming they now can withstand before they fall apart.
Reference: “Petermann ice shelf may not recover after a future breakup” by Henning Åkesson, Mathieu Morlighem, Johan Nilsson, Christian Stranne and Martin Jakobsson, 9 May 2022, Nature Communications.
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Cracker Barrel (CBRL) Down 35% in Past Year: Is Revival Likely?
Shares of Cracker Barrel Old Country Store, Inc. CBRL have been hit hard by the coronavirus pandemic and high costs. The stock has plunged 34.8% in the past year, compared with the industry's decline of 20.6%.
However, the company has been showing some resilience of late, with the stock gaining 7.1% in the past five trading sessions. In the past 60 days, earnings estimates for the current quarter have moved north by 2.4% to $6.86. The company has an impressive long-term earnings growth rate of 9.4%. Let's delve deeper and analyze the factors likely to drive the Zacks Rank #2 (Buy) company's performance. You can see the complete list of today's Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here.
Key Growth Drivers
Cracker Barrel’s continuous expansion strategies are helping the company to drive growth. In fiscal 2018, the company unveiled its first California location. Although the pandemic is likely to hamper the progress, the company is bullish on its business model and growth potential. It is encouraging to note that Maple Street delivered significant sales growth, with sequential improvements in average weekly sales for each month during second-quarter fiscal 2022. The company expects to open 11 new Maple Street biscuit company locations and two new Cracker Barrel locations in fiscal 2022.
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The company intends to meet consumers' need for convenience via growth in its off-premise business. In fact, Cracker Barrel plans to enhance its off-premise platform by introducing a catering menu offering and in-store training of hourly employees. It continues to invest in technology initiatives to enhance guests' experience. To this end, the company plans to roll out Pay in App that allows contactless payments via mobile devices. It is initiating the launch of the digital store that enhances the customer experience for ordering food and retail. Investments in this direction are likely to boost its hospitality service along with customer experience in a brand new way.
During the fiscal second quarter, comparable store off-premise sales soared by 123% from 2019 levels. It contributed 24% to the quarterly restaurant sales. Going forward, the company expects to retain at least 60% of the growth through emphasis on order-fulfillment improvements and to expand guest engagement (through its digital platform). To support this, CBRL continues to focus on enhancing its curbside pickup process, improving the integration between off-premise applications and processes (with the back of house technology) and streamlining processes.
To address the challenges of the competitive restaurant industry, Cracker Barrel undertakes extensive marketing efforts, mainly focusing on the brand’s differentiation, menu offering and value. In order to drive traffic, Cracker Barrel relies heavily on seasonal promotions and limited-time offers to boost its top-line performance as they are appealing to both regular users and less-frequent guests.
Other Key Picks
Some other top-ranked stocks in the Zacks Retail-Wholesale sector are MarineMax, Inc. HZO, BBQ Holdings, Inc. BBQ and Potbelly Corporation PBPB.
MarineMax sports a Zacks Rank #1. The company has a trailing four-quarter earnings surprise of 32.8%, on average. Shares of the company have declined 23.8% in the past year.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for MarineMax’s 2022 sales and EPS suggests growth of 16% and 21.5%, respectively, from the year-ago period’s levels.
BBQ Holdings carries a Zacks Rank #2. BBQ Holdings has a long-term earnings growth of 14%. Shares of the company have decreased 18.3% in the past year.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for BBQ Holdings’ 2022 sales and EPS suggests growth of 46.1% and 67.6%, respectively, from the year-ago period’s levels.
Potbelly carries a Zacks Rank #2. The company has a trailing four-quarter earnings surprise of 26.2%, on average. Shares of the company have declined 25.5% in the past year.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for Potbelly’s 2022 sales and EPS suggests growth of 14.1% and 88.5%, respectively, from the year-ago period’s levels.
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Just days before the academic year was supposed to end and summer break was to start, teachers and students at Robb Elementary were attacked in their own school. They died in their classroom, unable to escape the gunman.
Two teachers and 19 students were killed at the elementary school in Uvalde, Texas, making it the second-deadliest school shooting in U.S. history. At least four others were injured.
Here's what we know about the victims who died:
Naveah Bravo, 10
Esmeralda Bravo, held a photo of Nevaeh at a Wednesday night vigil, NBC reports. An aunt, Yvonne White, posted a verified fundraiser for the family.
Jackie Cazares, 10
"My baby girl has been taken away from my family and I," her father, Jacinto Cazares, wrote on Facebook.
Describing his daughter as being full of life and love, he added, "It hurts us to our souls."
Makenna Elrod, 10
Brandon Elrod spent hours looking for his daughter after the shooting, and when he wasn't able to locate her in the rendezvous point or local hospitals, he wanted to get in touch with the nearest funeral home.
"I don't know what this world's coming to," Elrod said in a brief interview with ABC News.
Jose Flores Jr., 10
"He was always full of energy," his father, Jose Flores Sr., told CNN. "Ready to play till the night."
The fourth-grader, who loved baseball and video games, had two siblings.
Eliahna "Ellie" Garcia, 10
After their search for Ellie ended with news that she had died, her parents, Jennifer Lugo and Steven Garcia, aired their grief on Facebook. Lugo said her heart is shattered.
"I love you baby girl," she wrote late Tuesday night. "I will never stop thinking of you !!!"
"Our Ellie was a doll and was the happiest ever," Garcia wrote. "I was gonna DJ for her at her party like she wanted me too!!! Mom and Dad love you never forget that and please try to stay by our side Amor!!!!"
Irma Garcia, fourth-grade teacher, 48
Garcia taught at Robb Elementary for more than 20 years, spending her entire career at the school.
"I love to BBQ with my husband, listen to music, and take country cruises to Concan," she said, referring to the popular summer getaway area that's about 20 miles north of Uvalde, along the Frio River.
For the past five years, Garcia had been a co-teacher at Robb, working alongside Eva Mireles, the other teacher who died in the shooting.
She had four children – two daughters and two sons – according to her bio on the school website. Garcia and her husband, Joe, were married for 24 years, she said on the site. A family member says that Joe had a fatal heart attack on Thursday, two days after his wife's death, the Associated Press reports.
Uziyah Garcia, 8
Manny Renfro told the Associated Press that his grandson was "the sweetest little boy that I've ever known."
He last came to visit during spring break.
"We started throwing the football together and I was teaching him pass patterns. Such a fast little boy and he could catch a ball so good," Renfro said.
"There were certain plays that I would call that he would remember and he would do it exactly like we practiced."
Amerie Jo Garza, 9
"You did not deserve this my sweet baby girl," her mother, Kimberly Garcia, wrote on Facebook. "Mommy loves you, mommy can't sleep without you."
Her father, Angel Garza, wrote, "My little love is now flying high with the angels above. Please don't take a second for granted. Hug your family. Tell them you love them. I love you Amerie jo."
Berlinda Irene Arreola told The Daily Beast that her granddaughter — who leaves behind a 3-year-old brother — was fatally wounded while trying to call 911.
"So the gunman went in and he told the children 'You're going to die.' And she had her phone and she called 911," she said. "And instead of grabbing it and breaking it or taking it from her, he shot her. She was sitting right next to her best friend. Her best friend was covered in her blood."
Jayce Carmelo Luevanos
Luevanos loved to make people laugh, his grandmother, Linda Gonzales, told the Daily Beast.
His cousin, Jailah Silguero, was also killed in the shooting.
"They were just so sweet," Gonzales added. "They were sweet kids and lovable. What can you say about little innocent kids?"
Xavier Lopez, 10
Lopez's mother, Felicha Martinez, confirmed to The Washington Post that her son was among those killed in Tuesday's attack. (The family has also created a verified GoFundMe for funeral expenses).
She said he loved dancing and sports, and that his favorite school subject was art. He was a bright light for their family with a smile that could cheer anyone up, she added.
Lopez received a certificate at his school's honor roll ceremony just hours before the shooting. Martinez said she told him she loved him and hugged him goodbye, not imagining that would be the last time she saw him.
"He really couldn't wait to go to middle school," she said.
His cousin, Lisa Garza, asked for prayers on Facebook. "My little cousin lost his life today to this senseless act of a shooter at his school," she said.
Tess Marie Mata, 10
"My hope was that she was lost or hiding somewhere in the school," her older sister Faith told The Washington Post. They didn't find out the truth until late the night of the shooting. She told The Post that Tess had been saving money for a family trip to Disney World next year.
Miranda Mathis, 11
Eva Mireles, fourth-grade teacher, 44
Mireles was remembered in a Facebook post by her daughter, Adalynn Ruiz, as "the half that makes me whole."
"My best friend, my twin was taken from me," Ruiz said. "Thank you for loving me in the best ways and for raising me to become so strong. Everyone who knows you knows how outgoing and funny you were and I will miss your laugh forever."
In a bio on Robb Elementary's website, Mireles said she had a "supportive, fun, and loving family" that included three "furry friends." She said she enjoyed running and hiking "and now you just might see me riding a bike!!"
Mireles co-taught with Irma Garcia, who also died in the shooting.
Alithia Ramirez, 10
Ramirez "loved to draw and wanted to be an artist, and even submitted a drawing to Doodle for Google," her father told KSAT reporter Garrett Brnger.
Annabell Guadalupe Rodriguez, 10
Rodriguez "was killed along with her cousin Jackie Cazares," local TV news KSAT reports, adding that the two were classmates in their fourth-grade class.
Maite Rodriguez
"We are deeply saddened by the [loss] of this sweet smart little girl," said Felix Coronado, whose cousin Ana was Rodriguez's mother. Coronado set up a GoFundMe page to pay for funeral expenses and time away from work for Rodriguez's mother.
Rodriguez's cousin, Destiny Esquivel, said in a Facebook post said she wished she had told Rodriguez she loved here one more time, calling Rodriguez "my mini me and my little best friend."
Alexandria Aniyah Rubio, 10
Rubio's mother, Kimberly Mata-Rubio, said via Facebook:
"My beautiful, smart, Alexandria Aniyah Rubio was recognized today for All-A honor roll. She also received the good citizen award. We told her we loved her and would pick her up after school. We had no idea this was goodbye."
Layla Salazar, 10
Her father, Vincent Salazar, told the Associated Press that Layla loved to swim and dance to Tik Tok videos and that he had won six races at her school's field day.
He said that as he drove her to school each day, the father and daughter would sing along to "Sweet Child O' Mine" by Guns 'n' Roses.
"She was just a whole lot of fun," Salazar said.
Jailah Silguero, 10
Her mother, Verónica Luevanos, told Univision that Silguero didn't want to go to school Tuesday.
She was the cousin of another victim, Jayce Carmelo Luevanos.
Eliahana Cruz Torres
Cruz Torres was a "beautiful young girl with a lot of energy," her grandfather told ABC's Mireya Villarreal.
Rogelio Torres, 10
"Roger was a very intelligent, hard-working and helpful person. He will be missed and never forgotten," said Precious Perez, Rojelio's aunt.
At least 17 people were wounded in the attack
In addition to those who died, 17 people were also injured in the shooting, Gov. Greg Abbott said in a press conference Wednesday.
University Hospital in San Antonio said on Wednesday that it was still caring for four victims, three children and one adult: a 66-year-old woman in serious condition, a 10-year-old girl in serious condition, a 10-year-old girl in good condition and a 9-year-old girl in good condition.
"All pediatric patients have their families with them," the hospital added.
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After the Madras High Court restricted Internet Service Providers (ISP) and over 1000 websites from unauthorised screening or copying of the Kamal Haasan starrer Vikram, that is supposed to release on June 3, the superstar’s production house Raaj Kamal Films International is on high alert.
The production house has communicated to all the Internet Service Providers and sites that stringent legal action would be taken if the movie is copied or transmitted or if misused. According to the report of IANS, Madras High Court judge, Justice Saravanan had on a petition filed by R. Murali Krishnan of Raaj Kamal Films International, restraining 29 ISPs including BSNL, Vodafone idea, Airtel, and Reliance Jio and 1308 websites from unauthorised copying or transmission of Vikram, the complete movie or in parts.
The advocate of the petitioner, Vijayan Subramanian submitted to the court that when the film is released on June 3, the websites would illegally copy, record, download, reproduce, transmit, and communicate the copyright-protected movie. The applicant also said that the 1308 websites have the potential to upload and enable third parties to copy, reproduce, distribute and display the film through 29 ISPs which amounts to infringement of the applicant’s copyright.
Earlier in a media interaction, when asked about the North vs South debate ongoing in the industry, actor Kamal Haasan said, “I can only say... that I always looked at myself as an Indian, and my terrain as the whole country. I could be anywhere and be comfortable. I think that's the beauty of a diverse country like India.” The movie produced by Raaj Kamal Films International and directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj with Kamal Haasan, Vijay Sethupathi and Fahad Fazil playing major characters is all set for a worldwide release on 1000 screens on June 3. Vikram is one of the most awaited movies of 2022 and Raaj Kamal Films International is worried that if the movie is copied or reproduced, it would amount to major financial losses including to those with whom the producers had entered into agreements for the purpose of marketing, promotion, communication, etc. | https://www.dnaindia.com/entertainment/report-vikram-madras-high-court-restricts-websites-from-unauthorised-screening-of-kamal-haasans-film-2956142 | 2022-05-27T17:05:08Z | https://www.dnaindia.com/entertainment/report-vikram-madras-high-court-restricts-websites-from-unauthorised-screening-of-kamal-haasans-film-2956142 | true | 1 |
To the editor: The Susitna-Watana/Devil’s Canyon dam project has been studied for years and millions of dollars spent doing so. Why not build it now? Fuel costs, gas, diesel and heating fuel, in Alaska and across the nation are exorbitant and a major drain on our economy. The electric automobile, electric pickup truck and commercial road transport vehicles are now decidedly practical and are being built in greater numbers. The costs of carbon fuels to the environment and to global climate change are at the forefront of worldwide concerns.
Alaska is on the edge Russia which is obviously now a great threat to our safety and to world peace. As Americans in Alaska we are the most susceptible to incursions from the Russian oligarchy on our western border. This fact should be a concern to our country leaders. They should assure that we have the critical electrical supplies, other than the few existing coal plants serving our Alaska military bases here. This project would stimulate the economy by employing hundreds of Alaskans and other American workers during the building of the dam and then for plant operations. It would provide economical electricity to a large part of Alaska. The federal government should, with these facts, be justified in funding of the Susitna-Watana/Devil’s Canyon dam project.
As a historical note, the Grand Coolie Dam — finished in 1942 — was credited with providing the energy needed to assure America’s ability to win World War II.
Don Callahan
Fairbanks | https://www.newsminer.com/opinion/letters_to_editor/why-not-build-it-now/article_6d027c8c-dd70-11ec-825e-6376feac7d9a.html | 2022-05-27T17:12:51Z | https://www.newsminer.com/opinion/letters_to_editor/why-not-build-it-now/article_6d027c8c-dd70-11ec-825e-6376feac7d9a.html | true | 1 |
Wheeler's arm, Hoskins' bat power Phillies past Braves, 7-3
ATLANTA (AP) — Zack Wheeler pitched 6 2/3 strong innings with a season-high 10 strikeouts, Rhys Hoskins knocked in three runs with an early double...
www.wcn247.comATLANTA (AP) — Zack Wheeler pitched 6 2/3 strong innings with a season-high 10 strikeouts, Rhys Hoskins knocked in three runs with an early double...
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At long last, jury gets closing arguments in Depp-Heard trial
Johnny Depp’s lawyers asked a jury Friday “to give Mr. Depp his life back” by finding that his ex-wife, Amber Heard, committed libel.
Heard “ruined his life by falsely telling the world she was a survivor of domestic abuse at the hands of Mr. Depp,” lawyer Camille Vasquez told the jury in closing arguments.
Depp is hoping the six-week trial will help restore his reputation, though it has turned into a spectacle of a vicious marriage, with broadcast cameras in the courtroom capturing every twist to an increasingly rapt audience as fans weighed in on social media and lined up overnight for coveted courtroom seats.
“This case for Mr. Depp has never been about money,” said Depp lawyer Benjamin Chew. “It is about Mr. Depp's reputation and freeing him from the prison in which he has lived for the last six years.”
Heard’s lawyer, J. Benjamin Rottenborn, said the lawsuit is not about Depp’s reputation but is part of an ongoing smear campaign Depp launched after Heard filed for divorce.
“In Mr. Depp’s world, you don't leave Mr. Depp,” he said. “If you do, he will start a campaign of global humiliation against you.”
Depp is suing Heard for $50 million in Virginia's Fairfax County Circuit Court over a December 2018 op-ed she wrote in The Washington Post describing herself as “a public figure representing domestic abuse.” His lawyers say he was defamed by the article even though it never mentioned his name.
Heard filed a $100 million counterclaim against Depp after his lawyer called her allegations a hoax.
Depp says he never struck Heard and that she concocted the abuse allegations to gain an advantage in divorce proceedings. He has said he was often physically attacked by Heard.
“There is an abuser in this courtroom, but it is not Mr. Depp,” Vasquez said.
Heard testified about more than a dozen episodes of physical and sexual assault that she said Depp inflicted on her.
Vasquez, in her closing, noted that Heard had to revise her testimony about the first time she said she was struck. Heard said Depp hit her after she inadvertently laughed at one of his tattoos. Heard initially said it happened in 2013 — after a fairy-tale year of courtship and romance — but later corrected herself to say it happened in 2012, very early in their relationship.
“Now in this courtroom she has suddenly erased an entire year of magic,” Vasquez said.
Jurors have seen multiple photos of Heard with marks and bruises on her face, but some photos show only mild redness, and others show more severe bruising.
Vasquez accused Heard of doctoring the photos and said evidence that Heard has embellished some of her injuries is proof that all her claims of abuse are unfounded.
“You either believe all of it, or none of it,” she said. “Either she is a victim of ugly, horrible abuse, or she is a woman who is willing to say absolutely anything.”
In Heard's closing, Rottenborn said the nitpicking over Heard's evidence of abuse ignores the fact there's overwhelming evidence on her behalf and sends a dangerous message to domestic-violence victims.
“If you didn’t take pictures, it didn't happen,” Rottenborn said. “If you did take pictures, they’re fake. If you didn't tell your friends, they're lying. If you did tell your friends, they’re part of the hoax.”
When the jury deliberates, it will have to focus not only on whether there was abuse but also whether Heard's op-ed piece can be considered legally defamatory. The article itself focuses mostly on policy questions of domestic violence, but Depp's lawyer point to two passages in the article, as well as an online headline that they say defamed Depp.
In the first passage Heard writes that “two years ago, I became a public figure representing domestic abuse, and I felt the full force of our culture’s wrath.” Depp's lawyers call it a clear reference to Depp, given that Heard publicly accused Depp of domestic violence in 2016 — two years before she wrote the article.
In a second passage she states “I had the rare vantage point of seeing, in real time, how institutions protect men accused of abuse.”
The online headline reads “Amber Heard: I spoke up against sexual violence — and faced our culture’s wrath.”
“She didn't mention his name. She didn't have to,” Chew said. “Everyone knew exactly who and what Ms. Heard was talking about.”
Heard's lawyers Heard can't be held liable for the headline because she didn't write it, and that the two passages in the article are not about the abuse allegations themselves but how Heard's life changed after she made them. | https://www.wdsu.com/article/closing-arguments-depp-heard-trial/40122870 | 2022-05-27T17:14:53Z | https://www.wdsu.com/article/closing-arguments-depp-heard-trial/40122870 | true | 28 |
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — A federal grand jury has indicted a Bayfield County man on charges that he stole timber from the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest.
The Wisconsin State Journal reported 40-year-old Jerod Hecimovich of Mason is charged in a three-count indictment with stealing, injuring and knowingly cutting and removing live oak timber from the forest in 2021.
According to the indictment, Hecimovich had a contract with the U.S. Forest Service to harvest certain timber but he harvested live oak in violation of his contract.
The indictment seeks a $24,736 forfeiture. Hecimovich would face up to 11 years in prison if convicted on all three counts. Online court records didn’t list an attorney for Hecimovich.
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Politics
APC: Former council boss floors incumbent in Cross River
The former chairman of Biase LGA in Cross River State, Dr. Emil Inyang has walloped his successor, Mrs Ada Charles at the APC House of Representatives primaries election.
The exercise was held today in Calabar and was keenly contested going by the build-up.
However, the successor, Ada Charles got no votes in the contest while her boss garnered a whooping 99 votes while Mkpanam Obo got 3 votes.
Meanwhile, Dr Alex Egbonna who represents the Abi/Yakurr federal constituency of the state has issued a statement of acceptance after emerging the unopposed candidate in the APC primaries for the Constituency election.
Egbonna who is spending his first tenure in the lower chamber, said, “I feel loved, appreciated that I have been found worthy to be returned unopposed as a candidate of the All Progressives Congress, APC, for the Abi/Yakurr Federal Constituency election into the House of Representatives.
“Today, I am reminded of the words of an anonymous philosopher who once said that “the highest reward for a person’s toil is not what they get for it but what they become by it.”
“It has not been a smooth journey. But through God, things have become wonderfully well. This honour is just a reward for those days of sleepless nights, those weeks of sacrifices..” | https://dailypost.ng/2022/05/27/apc-former-council-boss-floors-incumbent-in-cross-river/ | 2022-05-27T17:16:20Z | https://dailypost.ng/2022/05/27/apc-former-council-boss-floors-incumbent-in-cross-river/ | true | 1 |
UVALDE, Texas (AP) — Texas official: Commander made `wrong decision' not to breach classroom sooner because they thought no children at risk.
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Rockefeller Capital Management L.P. boosted its stake in shares of Marsh & McLennan Companies, Inc. (NYSE:MMC – Get Rating) by 14.5% during the fourth quarter, according to its most recent disclosure with the SEC. The institutional investor owned 59,217 shares of the financial services provider’s stock after purchasing an additional 7,511 shares during the period. Rockefeller Capital Management L.P.’s holdings in Marsh & McLennan Companies were worth $10,292,000 at the end of the most recent reporting period.
A number of other hedge funds also recently added to or reduced their stakes in MMC. Kayne Anderson Rudnick Investment Management LLC increased its stake in shares of Marsh & McLennan Companies by 4.5% in the fourth quarter. Kayne Anderson Rudnick Investment Management LLC now owns 177,044 shares of the financial services provider’s stock worth $30,775,000 after acquiring an additional 7,582 shares during the last quarter. Gotham Asset Management LLC raised its stake in shares of Marsh & McLennan Companies by 5.6% during the 4th quarter. Gotham Asset Management LLC now owns 35,225 shares of the financial services provider’s stock worth $6,123,000 after purchasing an additional 1,863 shares in the last quarter. Clark Capital Management Group Inc. lifted its holdings in shares of Marsh & McLennan Companies by 13.1% during the 4th quarter. Clark Capital Management Group Inc. now owns 1,817 shares of the financial services provider’s stock valued at $316,000 after buying an additional 211 shares during the last quarter. Hilltop Holdings Inc. increased its holdings in Marsh & McLennan Companies by 12.3% in the fourth quarter. Hilltop Holdings Inc. now owns 4,753 shares of the financial services provider’s stock worth $827,000 after buying an additional 519 shares during the last quarter. Finally, Williams Jones Wealth Management LLC. bought a new position in Marsh & McLennan Companies during the fourth quarter valued at approximately $821,000. Institutional investors own 88.61% of the company’s stock.
NYSE MMC opened at $157.09 on Friday. Marsh & McLennan Companies, Inc. has a 52-week low of $133.86 and a 52-week high of $183.14. The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.95, a current ratio of 1.18 and a quick ratio of 1.18. The firm has a market capitalization of $78.85 billion, a price-to-earnings ratio of 24.86, a P/E/G ratio of 2.58 and a beta of 0.95. The company’s fifty day moving average is $164.58 and its two-hundred day moving average is $162.63.
The firm also recently announced a quarterly dividend, which was paid on Friday, May 13th. Stockholders of record on Wednesday, April 6th were given a dividend of $0.535 per share. The ex-dividend date of this dividend was Tuesday, April 5th. This represents a $2.14 annualized dividend and a dividend yield of 1.36%. Marsh & McLennan Companies’s dividend payout ratio (DPR) is currently 33.86%.
Marsh & McLennan Companies declared that its board has approved a share repurchase program on Wednesday, March 23rd that allows the company to repurchase $5.00 billion in outstanding shares. This repurchase authorization allows the financial services provider to buy up to 5.9% of its shares through open market purchases. Shares repurchase programs are usually an indication that the company’s board believes its shares are undervalued.
A number of research analysts have recently weighed in on MMC shares. Piper Sandler raised their price target on shares of Marsh & McLennan Companies from $185.00 to $197.00 and gave the company an “overweight” rating in a report on Friday, April 22nd. MKM Partners boosted their price target on Marsh & McLennan Companies from $160.00 to $180.00 and gave the stock a “neutral” rating in a research report on Friday, April 22nd. StockNews.com lowered Marsh & McLennan Companies from a “buy” rating to a “hold” rating in a report on Saturday, April 30th. Morgan Stanley reduced their target price on Marsh & McLennan Companies from $178.00 to $163.00 and set an “equal weight” rating for the company in a report on Monday. Finally, Zacks Investment Research downgraded Marsh & McLennan Companies from a “hold” rating to a “sell” rating and set a $161.00 price target on the stock. in a report on Tuesday, February 1st. Two analysts have rated the stock with a sell rating, five have issued a hold rating and six have assigned a buy rating to the stock. According to data from MarketBeat, the company presently has a consensus rating of “Hold” and a consensus price target of $174.36.
In other news, CEO Martin South sold 2,950 shares of the business’s stock in a transaction on Monday, April 25th. The shares were sold at an average price of $169.26, for a total value of $499,317.00. Following the sale, the chief executive officer now owns 1,301 shares in the company, valued at approximately $220,207.26. The sale was disclosed in a filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which can be accessed through the SEC website. Also, CEO Martine Ferland sold 4,797 shares of the stock in a transaction dated Friday, March 18th. The stock was sold at an average price of $158.28, for a total transaction of $759,269.16. The disclosure for this sale can be found here. Insiders sold 9,538 shares of company stock valued at $1,565,223 in the last three months. Company insiders own 0.80% of the company’s stock.
Marsh & McLennan Companies Company Profile (Get Rating)
Marsh & McLennan Companies, Inc, a professional services company, provides advice and solutions to clients in the areas of risk, strategy, and people worldwide. It operates in two segments, Risk and Insurance Services, and Consulting. The Risk and Insurance Services segment offers risk management services, such as risk advice, risk transfer, and risk control and mitigation solutions, as well as insurance and reinsurance broking, catastrophe and financial modeling, and related advisory services; and insurance program management services.
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New plant to resolve water supply issues due to high ammonia level in Yamuna: Jain
A new water treatment plant being constructed at Chandrawal in northeast Delhi will help resolve water supply issues related to high ammonia content in Yamuna water, Delhi Water Minister Satyendar Jain said on Friday.Jain said the plant having a treatment capacity of 105 million gallons a day MGD will be able to neutralise high ammonia content of up to 4 parts per million ppm.At present, two WTPs are operational at Chandrawal.
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A new water treatment plant being constructed at Chandrawal in northeast Delhi will help resolve water supply issues related to high ammonia content in Yamuna water, Delhi Water Minister Satyendar Jain said on Friday.
Jain said the plant having a treatment capacity of 105 million gallons a day (MGD) will be able to neutralise high ammonia content of up to 4 parts per million (ppm).
At present, two WTPs are operational at Chandrawal. One was built in 1940 and can treat up to 35 MGD of water. The other constructed in 1960 can treat up to 55 MGD of water.
Both the plants are obsolete and have to be shut down whenever the ammonia level in the Yamuna water increases beyond 0.9 ppm, which disrupts water supply in large parts of the capital.
The new Rs 600-crore plant will be ready by April 2023 and benefit 22 lakhs people residing in old Delhi and north Delhi.
With the commissioning of Chandrawal WTP, there will be no shortage of drinking water in Chandni Chowk, Civil Lines, Jama Masjid, Sadar Bazar, Idgah, Karol Bagh, Rajendra Nagar, Narayana, Patel Nagar, Shadipur, Malka Ganj etc, Jain said.
Besides, the Delhi Jal Board will also redevelop the existing 55-MGD WTP.
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BATON ROUGE, La. — Louisiana Gov. John Bel Edwards and his top lawyers privately watched a key video of Black motorist Ronald Greene drawing his final breaths in his deadly 2019 arrest six months before prosecutors even knew the footage existed.
While the Democratic governor has distanced himself from allegations of a cover-up in the explosive case by contending evidence was promptly turned over to authorities, an Associated Press investigation found that neither Edwards, his staff nor the state police he oversees acted urgently to get the crucial footage into the hands of those with the power to charge the white troopers seen stunning, punching and dragging Greene.
The video shows a bruised and bloody Greene going limp and drawing his final breaths — critical moments and audio that are absent from other footage turned over. It wouldn't reach prosecutors until nearly two years after Greene's May 10, 2019, death on a rural roadside near Monroe. Now three years have passed and still no one has been criminally charged.
"The optics are horrible for the governor. It makes him culpable in this, in delaying justice," said Rafael Goyeneche, president of the Metropolitan Crime Commission, a New Orleans-based watchdog group.
"All it takes for evil to prevail is for good men to do nothing," Goyeneche added. "And that's what the governor did, nothing."
What the governor knew, when he knew it and what he did about an in-custody death that troopers initially blamed on a car crash have become questions that have dogged his administration for months. Edwards and his staff are expected to be called within weeks to testify under oath before a bipartisan legislative committee probing the case and a possible cover-up.
Edwards' attorneys say there was no way for the governor to have known at the time that the video he watched had not already been turned over to prosecutors.
Regardless, the governor's attorneys didn't mention seeing the video in a meeting just days later with state prosecutors, who wouldn't receive the footage until a detective discovered it almost by accident six months later. The head of the state police, Col. Lamar Davis, told AP his records show the video was turned over to federal authorities about the same time, mid-April 2021.
Edwards did not make himself available for an interview. But his chief counsel, Matthew Block, acknowledged to the AP that it was not acceptable for evidence to be available to the governor and not the officials investigating the case. He stressed that there was no way for the governor to have known at the time that the video he watched had not already been turned over to prosecutors, and said there was no effort to by the governor or his staff to withhold evidence.
At issue is the 30-minute body-camera footage from Lt. John Clary, the highest-ranking trooper to respond to Greene's arrest. It is one of two videos of the incident, and captured events not seen on the 46-minute clip from Trooper Dakota DeMoss that shows troopers swarming Greene's car after a high-speed chase, repeatedly jolting him with stun guns, beating him in the head and dragging him by his ankle shackles. Throughout the frantic scene, Greene is barely resisting, pleading for mercy and wailing, "I'm your brother! I'm scared! I'm scared!"
But Clary's video is perhaps even more significant to the investigations because it is the only footage that shows the moment a handcuffed, bloody Greene moans under the weight of two troopers, twitches and then goes still.
And unlike the DeMoss video, which goes silent halfway through when the microphone is turned off, Clary's video has sound throughout, picking up a trooper ordering Greene to "lay on your f------ belly like I told you to!" and a sheriff's deputy taunting, "Yeah, yeah, that s--- hurts, doesn't it?"
Clary's video was viewed by state police internal affairs officers more than a year after Greene's death, but it was long unknown to detectives working the criminal case and missing from the initial investigative case file they turned over to prosecutors in August 2019.
Its absence has become a focal point in the federal probe, which is looking not only at the actions of the troopers but whether state police brass obstructed justice to protect them.
Detectives say Clary falsely claimed he didn't have any body-camera footage of his own from Greene's arrest and instead gave investigators a thumb drive of other troopers' videos. But Clary, who didn't respond to requests for comment, avoided discipline and remains in the state police.
In early October 2020, days after AP published audio of Trooper Chris Hollingsworth bragging that he had "beat the ever-living f--- out of" Greene, Edwards and his top attorneys Block and Tina Vanichchagorn went to a state police building in Baton Rouge and watched videos of the arrest, including the Clary video, the governor's office said.
Days later, the governor's lawyers flew with Reeves and other police brass 200 miles north to Ruston to discuss the videos with John Belton, the Union Parish district attorney leading the state investigation.
The Oct. 13 meeting was intended to plan a closed-door event the next day in which Greene's family would meet the governor and view footage of the arrest. Although the meeting was about showing video of the arrest, it never emerged that the governor's lawyers and police commanders were all aware of the Clary footage while prosecutors were in the dark.
After AP published the body camera footage last year, the governor broke his silence and called the troopers' actions criminal.
The governor's lawyers now acknowledge prosecutors did not have the Clary video until spring of 2021. But Edwards insisted as recently as February that evidence turned over to prosecutors prior to his November 2019 re-election was proof there was no cover-up.
"The facts are clear that the evidence of what happened that night was presented to prosecutors well before my election, state and federal prosecutors," Edwards said in a news conference.
"So obviously that is not part of a cover-up."
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PITTSBURGH (AP) — It did not take Omar Khan long to figure out he wanted to be around football. Growing up in New Orleans as an ardent Saints fan in the 1980s and 90s, he knew right away his life's mission was to be involved in the NFL.
Even as he matured, even as he realized — like nearly every kid that dreams of playing on Sundays in the fall — that he probably didn't have the talent to actually pull a helmet over his head and run out of the tunnel, the goal remained the same.
Over and over again, Khan would tell his father A.R. and his mother Carmen that he planned to be in the league. Somehow. Some way. He wasn't going to be a doctor. Or a lawyer. Or a teacher. All noble professions to be sure. Just professions he knew weren't for him.
“All I wanted to do was work in the NFL, become a general manager and win a bunch of Super Bowls,” Khan said.
Khan, 45, already has the Super Bowls checked off after helping the Pittsburgh Steelers win two after joining the franchise more than two decades ago.
Now he'll get a chance to do it as the guy calling the shots after the Steelers promoted him to replace Kevin Colbert as general manager.
“I’m confident time will show this was the right decision for this franchise,” Khan said shortly after being formally introduced. "I don’t take anything for granted. I understand the expectations that come with this job.”
Expectations that have long been part of the franchise's firmament, expectations that Khan has dealt with in some capacity for more than 20 years.
He initially joined the Steelers in 2000 as a football operations/coaching assistant, the first of what would be several positions he would hold while methodically working his way up the ladder, most recently building a reputation as a shrewd salary-cap guru while serving as the club's vice president of football operations and business administration.
Khan expects to remain heavily involved in contract negotiations, noting “I’ll have my hands in a lot of things I’ve done before."
While team president Art Rooney II stressed “we know Omar and Omar knows us," Khan is assembling a staff that will include outside voices. Philadelphia Eagles vice president of player personnel Andy Weidl is returning to his hometown, and former Detroit Lions vice president and Washington Commanders scout Sheldon White is also entering the fold.
Khan declined to get into specifics on what Weidl and White's respective titles will be. He called both of them “Steelers-type” people, pointing to their loyalty and ability to fit quickly into the team's culture. Dan Colbert, Kevin Colbert's son, also is being elevated for what Khan termed a “senior” position.
It's unclear whether Brandon Hunt, Pittsburgh's pro scouting coordinator, will remain with the club. Hunt is among more than a dozen candidates who interviewed for the chance to become Kevin Colbert's successor. Hunt also has recently interviewed for vacant positions with other clubs, including Philadelphia.
Khan's promotion and the new brain trust at the top of the team's flow chart, coupled with quarterback Ben Roethlisberger's retirement and the offseason overhaul of the coaching staff that included longtime defensive coordinator Keith Butler's departure, signals a significant amount of turnover for a place almost synonymous with stability.
Yes, the faces and titles may be evolving, but Khan insists the standard the Steelers hold themselves to is not.
“Look I can tell you from the first day I started here in Pittsburgh, it’s been all about football and building a championship roster here and that’s not going to change,” Khan said.
He inherits a roster that has established stars like reigning Defensive Player of the Year T.J. Watt and perennial Pro Bowl defensive lineman Cam Heyward as well as emerging players like running back Najee Harris.
Pittsburgh is coming off a 9-7-1 season that ended with a playoff loss in Kansas City. The Steelers haven't won a postseason game in more than five years, the franchise's longest drought between playoff victories since the birth of the “Super Steelers” dynasty in the early 1970s.
Still, Khan is excited about the team's trajectory and eager to continue to work with coach Mike Tomlin, whose passion resonates throughout the building.
It's a passion that Khan cultivated long ago, one that planted the seeds for what he is calling his “dream job.” Not bad for the son of immigrants from India and Honduras.
And yes, the significance of his hiring at a time when the NFL is grappling with better representation both on the sideline and in front offices is not lost on him. He's also eager for the day when the ethnicity of who is getting what job is no longer newsworthy.
“I hope we get to the point where we need to have those conversations,” Khan said. “I'm excited about what the league is doing ... I think it's heading in the right direction.”
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No Questioning Nicholas Morrow's Speed
Bears linebacker Nicholas Morrow had to laugh when asked if he's faster than teammate Roquan Smith.
"We'll see," he said.
Those who will see up close will be the opposing offenses, as they must contend with two linebackers who run like safeties.
You might call them "running mates."
"I always joke with these guys, I pull up their 40 times when they came out of college," linebackers coach Dave Borgonzi said. "Roquan ran a 4.51 and Nick ran a 4.52, so they’re both fast. I would say we have some of the fastest linebackers in the NFL, and that's how I want them to play. That's their timed speed, and that's what we expect to see on the field.
"When they're out there, they're going to be fast, we're going to play fast and we want to be able to run sideline to sideline."
Pairing two linebackers who can run is exactly what the cover-2 defensive style of coach Matt Eberflus requires. It's also what Morrow knows well after playing in a similar scheme with the Raiders.
However, not everything is the same, and he'll need to adjust.
What matters greatly to the Bears is Morrow living up to a reputation for using his speed to deliver big hits. They're asking him to do it a little differently than in the past and it's one of the few changes he's trying to pick up.
"You know, being with the coaches and talking to them about different styles of tackling, last year talked about strike zone, a profile tackle," Morrow said. "This year, we talk about hamstring tackles. That's a little bit different. It's a little bit lower strike zone. But I'm always welcome to everything, and trying to learn how to do it better."
Beyond this, it's either easier, familiar or fun for Morrow, who spent last year on injured reserve due to a preseason ankle injury and hasn't played since the final game of 2020.
"Some of the spy/drop stuff is fun, like getting to your landmark and having eyes on the quarterback," Morrow said. "But a lot of what we've done so far I've done before. So, the familiarity, I think that's another thing that I like.
"Then, playing next to Ro, he has a really good understanding of what the offense is doing, so just feeding off him, too."
Morrow can see the tandem working well, like for Smith when he was playing alongside a younger, healthier Danny Trevathan in 2018. Or more appropriately because of the new schemme, it would be like Brian Urlacher and Lance Briggs if executed according to plan.
"One, he's fast," Morrow said of Smith. "Then, two, his pre-snap reads are really good, so being able to anticipate pre-snap is helpful. Then, he always communicates to me to kinda get me going, so it's been helpful."
Morrow is actually calling the plays on defense despite being the new guy. Smith is at weakside and Morrow in the middle, so it makes sense.
"It's been cool, but the biggest thing is understanding your wind, because you've got to be in shape to do it," Smith said. "You've got to run downfield, then you've got to run back and give the calls. So, it’s been cool, but I don't think it's been anything new. It's nothing I haven't done before."
Because the two are similar in speed, it's possible they could be interchangeable position-wise.
"I think some of it maybe in third down you'll see a little more position specific things but in the early downs I don't think it really matters that much," Morrow said.
The 4-3 requires a third linebacker but the Bears will be in two-linebacker situations more often. They'll have to find their third for the strong side from a group less accomplished than Morrow. Matthew Adams has filled this role most in OTAs.
"Bring in Matt Adams from Indianapolis who was with us for a few years, then you have a guy like Joe Thomas who has been in this system, who is a veteran eight years in the league," Borgonzi said. "Then you have a guy like Caleb Johnson who was here and is a young, ascending player.
"Noah Dawkins who we brought in. He's a guy that is new to the system but he can run. Then the rookies we brought in. The undrafted free agents: Jack Sanborn from Wisconsin, C.J. Avery from Louisville, Christian (Albright) from Ball State."
Morrow, himself, has never started a full season and has started just 29 of the 62 games he has played. He's approaching the year the same way as always, even if the surroundings and the responsibilities are greater.
"It's nothing different, you never change your approach," he said. "You always approach it the same way.
"Like in 2020, I went into that year playing Sam (strong side) and I finished that year playing Mike (middle)."
As long as the speed is there, the fit will be there.
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WASHINGTON (AP) — Jo Rae Perkins wins Republican nomination for U.S. Senate in Oregon primary election.
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The NAMM show – THE biggest music gear show in the world – is back for Summer 2022. At last. With the past two giant shows being a no-show, it’s making a welcome return.
Summer NAMM 2022 will finally reveal to artists, bands, engineers and producers exactly what new gear they’ll be lusting over for the year to come.
Traditionally the NAMM show comes in two distinct shapes and sizes. Winter NAMM (usually taking place in late January) is the big one, taking place in Anaheim, California (just along the way from Disneyland) it’s the place for the big reveal as all the major gear companies have all their engineers and inventors locked into an annual cycle of new developments and updates, just for January and NAMM.
Summer NAMM in Nashville has been a bit more come and go over the years. If the trade demands it the show flexes and bulges to accommodate. And, hey, who doesn’t love a trip to Nashville?
Unfortunately the past two Winter NAMMs (2021 and 2022) had to be cancelled due to the pandemic. But the scene is now set for NAMM: The Comeback Special as we’re about to be treated to an all new NAMM 2022 proper, where the music trade comes roaring back.
Taking place in its usual (much larger) winter venue – The Anaheim Convention Centre – the all-new Summer 2022 show promises to be bigger than ever, as instrument and gear makers get to finally flex their creative muscle in public and show us what they’ve been up to during lockdown.
Show starts June 3rd, running until June 5th 2022.
Hopes are therefore sky high for new innovation and surprises by the touring truckload and – of course – we’ll be there to reveal everything new and improved, live from the show, right here on MusicRadar.com
And NAMM gossip and excitement always starts early so already there’s talk of just what we’re going to be seeing when the show opens, 10am on the 3rd.
Here's what we know so far.
Electric Guitars
We’ve already seen a massive blowout from ESP when they announced 43 new LTD and LTD Deluxe models but the show will be our opportunity to get up close and report back.
Likewise for Yamaha's revamped Revstar range. Here’s hoping they’ve got something else extra special up their sleeves too.
Ernie Ball always have a large presence at NAMM and as well as two new finishes for Jason Richardson's signature model we’re looking forward to finding out what else is new.
This NAMM will be the first public airing of Billy Corgan’s new Z-One signature model from Reverend. Maybe they’ve another famous name under wraps too?
Ibanez have kept quiet thus far but we couldn’t help noticing a nylon-stringed Talman in Polyphia's latest video. Doubtless all will be revealed.
Acoustic and Bass
Cort will be showing off three new acoustic electric guitars as part of its Core series, all with built in Fishman gear. Doubtless there’ll be more from them too.
Taylor’s 700 Series gets a major boost with new Grand Concert and Grand Auditorium models to replace its spruce/rosewood combos.
On the bass front the Badwater bass preamp and DI from Walrus Audio marks their first journey into the deep end.
And Ernie Ball has already revealed its DarkRay collab with Darkglass Electronics in five-string form. Wonder what else they’ve got new?
As to what Martin will be delivering…? It’s all top secret for now, but we can’t wait to try them.
Amps, Pedals and More
Vox unveils Custom Series AC10 and AC15 tube combos in a very smart Rich Blue Vinyl finish
TC Electronic's Plethora X3 is a smaller multi-fx pedal… but it's still packing a lot of tones
Hopes are high for a new range from Positive Grid after they impressed us royally with their Spark Mini.
We’ve already heard all about “the lightest 50-watt valve guitar amps on Earth” from Blackstar but we’re looking forward to finally hearing the St. James amp series for ourselves.
Can’t wait to try out Two Notes’ ReVolt Guitar and Bass amp simulator pedals, complete with amps based on Fenders, Ampegs, Marshalls and more.
High on the list of ‘must play’s are Seymour Duncan’s ’78, Green Magic and High Voltage humbuckers inspired by Eddie Van Halen, Peter Green and Angus Young.
And Universal Audio claim to have upped their emulation game for their new UAFX Guitar Amp Emulator pedals, promising “the best vintage guitar amps of all time”.
Revv’s new Shawn Tubbs signature overdrive pedal, the Tilt will be sure to impress in person.
And getting up close with Crazy Tube Circuits amazing Super Conductor four-in-one analog boost pedal is high on our list of ‘to do’s.
And will the ‘almost too good to be true’ Bigsby Pedal from Gamechanger Audio impress once get ‘feet on’ with it? We’ll find out soon.
Reliable as ever, big guns Line 6 will be packing in the innovation, with their show highlight being the new DL4 MkII.
And Tech 21’s four new SansAmp Character Plus pedals look like the perfect pairings of amps and effects in one.
Tech
Ever wanted an all-analogue synth with motorised knobs? Looks like the wait will soon be over. It’s surely no mystery as to why the Nina – an as yet unannounced synth from an unknown manufacturer – chose to surface around now.
Polyend’s Play was a big hit at Superbooth and we can’t wait to have another play.
Shame that Roland won’t be at the show (when their vast stands have proved a popular ‘go to’ in previous years) but having already played their hand with their Aira Compact synth, Fantom 0 series and Juno-X, we wonder if there’s any more NAMM-timed releases on the way?
Definitely putting in an appearance however, will the Oberheim OB-X8. We’ve already checked it out in the flesh at Superbooth but fingers crossed we can get even closer to its greatness at NAMM.
Can’t wait to try out Korg’s new Volca FM 2 and the software versions of their popular Wavestate and Opsix synths. Wonder if there’s more hardware on the way?
Looking forward to getting hands-on with Eventide’s innovative interval-based sequencer module, the Misha.
Audient are debuting their most powerful interface yet, the EVO 16
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Odisha CM inaugurates cyber security centre
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Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik on Friday inaugurated a Cyber Security Operation Centre (CSOC) here as part of efforts to protect government data.
Claimed to be the first of its kind in the country, the centre will help protect data, applications and ICT infrastructure of the state from security threats, officials said.
The centre has been set up by the state Electronics and IT Department, and Odisha Computer Application Centre.
The centre has been set up using the latest security technologies, an official said, adding that the system is fully automated.
The State Data Centre, State Wide Area Network and Secretariat Network have been integrated with the CSOC, he said.
Features such as real-time threat intelligence feed make it unique in the country's government sector, the official said.
The facility was set up in six months, he added.
Patnaik also inaugurated a manufacturing unit of COVID-19 rapid antigen test (RAT) kits.
These kits can be delivered to any part of Odisha in 24 hours, officials said.
Odisha-based biotech firm IMGENEX India will produce the kits. This is the first manufacturing facility of RAT kits in eastern India, they said.
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New Delhi: The Netherlands government has approved additional grants for telecom gear maker
GX International Group for expansion of its India business, a top official of the company said on Friday.
GX International plans to set up a research and development centre in Chennai and also hire 100 software engineers this year.
The Netherlands government investment body Dutch Good Growth Fund (DGGF) has been a major scale up investor, which helped GX International in establishing a production facility at Manesar in Haryana.
The additional grant was approved after the Netherlands' foreign affairs ministry delegates Stan Jansen and Mieke Flierhuis visited the GX manufacturing plant in Manesar on May 23 to review the progress of the investment and thereafter approved the next round of funding.
GX International Group CEO
Paritosh Prajapati told PTI that the company got a total of USD 7 million (Rs 54 crore) as investment from the investors last year.
"With this visit, the investors announced next round of funding by Dutch government, where GX International is planning to further scale up the production, acquisition and partnership of manufacturing units, design houses and opening new research and development centres in Chennai," he said.
GX International is producing more than 2.5 lakh units of broadband equipment every month to meet both domestic as well as export requirements and the company plans to further scale up production with fresh grants.
"GX will employ more than 100 software resources for their Indian and European operations," Prajapati said. | https://telecom.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/the-netherlands-govt-to-provide-more-grants-to-gx-international-for-india-biz/91839340 | 2022-05-27T17:29:55Z | https://telecom.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/the-netherlands-govt-to-provide-more-grants-to-gx-international-for-india-biz/91839340 | false | 3 |
NAIROBI, Kenya (AP) — The biggest convoy of aid since Ethiopia’s government declared a unilateral “humanitarian cease-fire” in the country’s long-encircled Tigray region two months ago has departed for Tigray, a U.N. official told The Associated Press, as the conflict gripping Africa’s second most populous nation continued to ease.
A convoy of 215 trucks of food aid left the capital of the neighboring Afar region on Friday and is due to arrive in the Tigray capital on Saturday. An AP witness observed many of the trucks lining the road outside Semera on Thursday as they waited for clearance to leave.
But aid workers say much more is needed. The U.N. World Food Program estimates that 500 trucks a week are required to feed the 5.2 million people in Tigray who need food, medicine and other humanitarian assistance but have been largely denied it for almost a year.
Ethiopia’s government in March declared the humanitarian cease-fire to allow aid to reach Tigray, whose leaders have been engaged in a war against federal forces and their allies since November 2020, with thousands of people killed. In response, the Tigray forces said they would observe a cessation of hostilities.
Initially, aid was slow to arrive, with a handful of trucks reaching Tigray in the first weeks of the truce, prompting the Tigray side to accuse the government of reneging. But the number of aid trucks has increased sharply since the Tigray forces announced their withdrawal from parts of Afar in late April.
Humanitarian workers say federal authorities have now eased restrictions previously imposed on aid to the region. Tigray has been largely cut off from the world since Tigray forces recaptured the regional capital, Mekele, in June 2021, a situation the European Union’s humanitarian chief likened to a “siege.”
The United States has warned that 700,000 people in Tigray could face famine because of restrictions on aid. A survey by Tigray’s regional health bureau recently found that at least 1,900 children under age 5 died from malnutrition between June last year and April 1.
Tigray’s banking services, road links and telecommunications remain down.
But for humanitarian aid, the only delivery issues that remain are operational ones including the number of trucks available and how quickly partners can organize aid, the U.N. official said on condition of anonymity because the person wasn’t authorized to speak to the media.
However, the official said four trucks carrying high-energy biscuits were recently turned back by customs officials, who claimed the biscuits could be used to feed Tigray forces. | https://www.theheraldreview.com/news/article/Biggest-aid-convoy-since-cease-fire-nears-17203472.php | 2022-05-27T17:30:56Z | https://www.theheraldreview.com/news/article/Biggest-aid-convoy-since-cease-fire-nears-17203472.php | false | 32 |
BEIJING, SHANGHAI and BOSTON, May 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Jacobio Pharma (1167.HK) is pleased to announce that the phase I clinical data of KRAS G12C inhibitor JAB-21822 will be presented in the form of poster at the upcoming 2022 annual meeting of American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) from June 3, 2022 to June 7, 2022. Abstract was published on the ASCO's website today.
"JAB-21822 is one of Jacobio's programs targeting on KRAS pathway, we plan to explore the JAB-21822 in colorectal cancer, pancreatic cancer, and other indications. Meanwhile, Jacobio is exploring combination therapies of JAB-21822, such as in combination with SHP2 inhibitor. We are also developing novel drugs in KRAS pathway, including KRASmulti inhibitor (JAB-23400) and KRAS G12D inhibitor (JAB-22000)," said Dr. WANG Yinxiang, Chairman and CEO of Jacobio.
About the Abstract
A phase I/II study of first-in-human trial of JAB-21822 (KRAS G12C inhibitor) in advanced solid tumors.
Format: Poster Presentation
Abstract Number: 3089
Time: Sunday, June 5, 2022 8:00 AM-11:00 AM (CDT)
Track: Developmental Therapeutics - Molecularly Targeted Agents and Tumor Biology
As of January 28th, 2022, 53 patients with a median age of 62 years (39-79) were enrolled in 5 different dose levels: 200mg QD, 400mg QD, 800mg QD, 400mg BID and 400mg TID. A total of 33 patients (22 non-small cell lung cancer, 9 colorectal cancer and 2 pancreatic cancer) had at least 1 post-baseline tumor assessment.
- Patients with non-small cell lung cancer (400mg QD and 800mg QD), the overall response rate (ORR) and disease control rate (DCR) were 70% (7/10) and 100% (10/10), respectively.
- No dosing-limiting toxicities were observed.
JAB-21822 was well tolerated with impressive preliminary efficacy in patients with heavily treated solid tumors harboring KRAS G12C mutation. The clinical trial is still ongoing and the above data is as of January 28, 2022.
More data will be posted on the poster at the 2022 ASCO Annual Meeting, please visit www.asco.org for more information.
About JAB-21822
JAB-21822 is a KRAS G12C inhibitor independently developed by Jacobio. Jacobio has initiated a number of Phase I/II clinical trials in China, the United States and Europe for patients with advanced solid tumors, including monotherapy for STK11 co-mutated non-small cell lung cancer first-line treatment; combination therapy with SHP2 inhibitor, PD-1 monoclonal antibody and Cetuximab.
About Jacobio
Jacobio is committed to providing more products and solutions to people's health. Our mission is to provide compelling innovations for creating a pipeline of life-changing medicines. Our vision is to become a global leader recognized for our impact in drug R&D together with our partners. The company's R&D centers are located in Beijing, Shanghai and Boston, with a platform and expertise in developing allosteric inhibitors against protein tyrosine phosphatase, KRAS and transcriptional factors. Please visit www.jacobiopharma.com for more information.
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The alleged abuse took place at a nursing home in Maynooth. Photo: Athy court house
A care assistant accused of sexual assault in a Kildare nursing home was named in Athy District Court on Thursday, May 26.
It is alleged by the State that Michael Tuohey, with an address listed as 15 Beaufield Avenue in Maynooth, sexually assaulted a resident at TLC Nursing Home Maynooth.
Garda Sergeant Brian Jacob told Judge Zaidan that the alleged victim is an 80-year-old woman with dementia, who was allegedly digitally penetrated by the defendant.
The 51-year-old is accused of engaging in a sexual act with a protected person on a date between January and December 2020.
This allegation is in contravention of Section 21 of the Criminal Justice (Sexual Offences) Act, 2017.
It was heard that reporting restrictions were sought in the case by the State and prosecuting gardaí.
However, both the Director of Public Prosecutions and Judge Desmond Zaidan said that there was no legal basis for the restrictions.
The judge pointed out to the court that the alleged injured party was not named in any of the legal documents seen by the court, and as such, the defendant could be identified.
He also said that, in accordance with Irish law, the defendant is presumed innocent until proven guilty.
Mr Tuohey’s barrister, Aisling Murphy, also previously said that her client has no previous convictions.
The case has been put back to a date in June, when a book of evidence is due to be presented.
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Nurses are the backbone of the healthcare industry and the most important link between doctors and patients, Minister of State (MoS) for Health Bharati Pravin Pawar said on Friday.
The role played by the nursing community during the difficult times of the Covid-19 pandemic was simply remarkable, Pawar said, addressing the lamp lighting ceremony for the 66th batch of Sir Ganga Ram Hospital's School of Nursing.
The lamp lighting ceremony formally recognises a student's entry into the nursing profession, a health ministry statement said.
At the outset, Pawar thanked the hospital administration and staff for their wonderful work not just during the Covid-19 pandemic but otherwise too.
"It is a matter of pride that Sir Ganga Ram Hospital in the centenary year of its establishment, and in Delhi, for the last seven decades, has been making a great contribution to the service of the health of the common man," she said, as per the statement.
The MoS praised Sir Ganga Ram Hospital's "cross-subsidy" model, which is an excellent follow-up example in the field of medicine, making health services accessible to all and can be replicated by other hospitals, it said.
The hospital provides free and highly subsidised treatment to 2.5 lakh poor patients, including medicines in OPD and free IPD treatment to about 7,000 poor patients, the statement said.
Signifying the crucial role played by the nursing fraternity, Pawar said, "Nursing is an art, science and spirit that combines all aspects harmoniously. An educated nurse must also possess spiritual qualities in order to serve humanity by giving the patient remedial care and to meet their medical needs."
"Nurses are the foundation of hospitals and the most important link between a doctor and the patient. Nurses are the heroes who meet the needs of their patients, whether it is day or night," she said.
The MoS further said a strong nursing sector is an essential requirement for a strong healthcare sector. By investing in nursing, better health services can be provided, she added.
This will lead to disease prevention which will help in achieving the objectives of universal health coverage, Pawar said.
She also emphasized that there are significant changes happening in the role of nurses which would also improve their contribution internationally and that India's nurses have always earned tremendous goodwill in all parts of the world, the statement said.
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Denison Mines (TSE:DML – Get Rating) (NYSE:DNN) was upgraded by equities research analysts at TD Securities to a “buy” rating in a research note issued to investors on Friday, TipRanks reports. The brokerage currently has a C$2.50 price objective on the stock. TD Securities’ target price would suggest a potential upside of 57.23% from the company’s current price.
Separately, Raymond James raised their target price on shares of Denison Mines from C$2.60 to C$2.80 in a research note on Wednesday, March 23rd. Five analysts have rated the stock with a buy rating, According to data from MarketBeat.com, the stock has a consensus rating of “Buy” and an average target price of C$2.52.
TSE:DML traded up C$0.06 on Friday, reaching C$1.59. 1,285,951 shares of the company’s stock were exchanged, compared to its average volume of 3,894,832. The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.13, a current ratio of 2.20 and a quick ratio of 2.08. The firm has a market cap of C$1.30 billion and a price-to-earnings ratio of 20.38. Denison Mines has a 52 week low of C$1.17 and a 52 week high of C$2.64. The stock has a fifty day simple moving average of C$1.82 and a 200-day simple moving average of C$1.83.
In other Denison Mines news, Senior Officer Amanda Willett sold 145,000 shares of Denison Mines stock in a transaction that occurred on Wednesday, March 16th. The shares were sold at an average price of C$1.86, for a total transaction of C$269,700.00. Following the transaction, the insider now directly owns -95,188 shares of the company’s stock, valued at C($177,049.68).
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Denison Mines Corp. engages in the acquisition, exploration, development, extraction, processing, selling of, and investing in uranium properties in Canada. Its flagship project is the 95% interest owned Wheeler River uranium project located in the Athabasca Basin region in northern Saskatchewan. The company was formerly known as International Uranium Corporation and changed its name to Denison Mines Corp.
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Col. Steven McCraw of the Texas Department of Public Safety said at a Friday news conference that in hindsight it was the wrong decision to not enter the classroom in Uvalde, Texas, where a gunman was located for more than an hour.
McCraw said that 911 recordings showed that a child in one of the locked classrooms was on the phone with 911 for an extended period — and requested police to be sent in several minutes before the officers obtained keys from a janitor. At that point, they entered the room and shot the suspect, McCraw said.
He said there were "plenty of officers" inside the school from the earliest minutes of the shootout. He said as many as 19 officers from local and federal forces were in the hallway most of the time.
The incident commander on the scene, whom McCraw did not name, believed that once gunfire stopped the situation transitioned from an active shooter situation to a "barricaded subject" situation. It was only after more than an hour that they obtained the keys to the door and entered the room.
McCraw confirmed that the school's officer was not at the school at the time, but rushed to the school when he heard the reports of gunfire.
McCraw also provided more information about how the shooter was able to gain access to the building: A teacher left the school to get her cell phone when she heard the nearby car crash and shots, but then she re-entered, she propped the door open. The gunman had been hiding behind a car nearby, he said.
There were 142 spent rounds found inside the school, McCraw said, along with 173 live rounds. The gunman had a total of 60 magazines with him, he said, including 31 magazines that were in a backpack that he did not take with him inside the school.
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For four years, Matt Brown starred in the reality television series Alaskan Bush People alongside the rest of his family as they navigated life in the wilderness, separate from modern society. Matt Brown began to struggle with alcoholism, however, at which point he left the series and checked into a rehab program.
After two stints in rehab, the eldest Brown child opted to remain off the series permanently. Rather than living in Alaska or Washington with his family, Matt stayed in California, where he shares his sobriety, wellness, and positivity with fans on social media and his popular YouTube channel.
In his most recent Instagram video, Matt Brown shared a little about his spring projects, including working in his orchard and filming videos for his YouTube channel.
“Hi friends,” he wrote in the caption. “I thought I’d do a quick video catching y’all guys up on what I’ve been up to. I got a new YouTube video out. And we got the sprinklers turned on here in the orchard. Also, I talk a bit about the 10,000-hour rule, and how it helps us build skills. I hope this finds all my friends doing well out there. Never give up, never surrender.”
‘Alaskan Bush People’ Star Matt Brown Shares How He Builds Skills
After taking a moment to marvel at “the prettiest butterfly” he’d ever seen, Alaskan Bush People star Matt Brown gave fans some details about his upcoming YouTube series. “I got my YouTube video finished,” he explained. “It’s the first one in this installment. I’ll probably have about five because I’ve mixed two trips up to Chopaka.”
Brown then shares that he tried some new editing techniques on his most recent series and expressed excitement in his growing knowledge of video editing. According to Matt Brown, it’s all about the 10,000-hour rule and, more specifically, breaking a large project down into smaller pieces.
“There’s a psychological rule called the 10,000-hour rule,” Brown said. “And it’s basically that if we spend 10,000 hours doing anything, our skills will grow, and we’ll master that subject. I find that very comforting.”
“Ten thousand hours sounds like a really long time, right?” he continued. “When I’m practicing something, when I’m growing a skill, when I’m trying to master a skill, what I do is, in my head, I try to take note of how far I’ve come since I started. For me, there seem to be these little road markers, like mile markers. And so, on the way to that 10,000 hours, my skill grows in levels that I’m able to notice.”
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SEOUL — Before May 12, many experts doubted North Korea's claims not to have a single case of COVID-19.
But the country changed its story on that day, admitting its first outbreak although not specifying the number of cases. The following day it reported that 350,000 people had developed fever symptoms with 18,000 cases on May 12 alone.
Two weeks later, the North has reported a total of 3.27 million "fever patients" and 69 deaths. It also claims that 90% of the patients have fully recovered. And on Thursday, the North reported no fatalities for the third day in a row.
Experts are doubting Pyongyang's claim that the numbers – and the government's assertion that the outbreak is now under control.
In fact, North Korea is unable to confirm if the "fever patients," as they call them, have COVID-19 due to its limited testing ability. Only able to conduct a few hundred tests a day out of a population of more than 25 million, "they're flying blind, basically," says Kee Park, a Harvard lecturer and neurosurgeon who has worked in North Korea.
Nevertheless, an editorial in the official Rodong Sinmun newspaper boasted over the weekend that North Korea had set a record for the longest stretch without a single case of COVID-19 in the middle of a global pandemic.
"We stably suppressed and controlled the spread of the virus in a short period in the sudden situation," the editorial claimed, "clearly proving a thousand times that our Party's epidemic policy is right."
That policy included sealing the borders from the start of the pandemic until the resumption of some border trade with China this spring and giving border guards shoot-to-kill orders (one South Korean fisheries official who apparently tried to cross into North Korea by sea was shot to death and his body incinerated at sea). Then following the outbreak announced in May, there was a national lockdown and mobilization of the military to distribute medicine.
But experts argue that Pyongyang is probably understating the outbreak's extent. It's far from over, they say, cautioning that its impact will likely be felt for months to come at least — and that things are likely to get worse if Pyongyang continues to reject foreign donors' offers of vaccines.
Will lockdowns work without vaccines?
But without a supply of vaccines, will the lockdown imposed on May 12 really be effective?
It may slow the virus's spread but not stop it, says Shin Young-jeon, a professor of preventive medicine at Hanyang University in Seoul, who has visited North Korea and advised aid groups on medical exchanges with the North.
COVID-19 cases won't peak until 70-80% of the population has gotten it, he says.
Shin adds that assuming a minimum fatality rate of 0.6% for the omicron strain of the virus — which is the death rate that South Koreans who are not fully vaccinated have experienced — the North can expect over 100,000 deaths from the outbreak.
Others are more optimistic about the impact of a lockdown.
Jeong Eun Mee, an expert on North Korean society at the Korean Institute of National Unification (KINU), a government think-tank in Seoul, notes that North Koreans have long adapted to strict social controls imposed by the government.
"By closing down and isolating residential or work units very fast, I think they could contain the spread relatively fast in the early phase" of the lockdown, Jeong says.
But as in some cities in neighboring China, such as Shanghai, the lockdown has caused considerable hardships for residents.
Residents endure lockdown hardships
Jeong is hearing accounts of distress from defectors whose relatives in North Korea are saying that "they can't go out to a market and buy things when they need them."
Food distribution outside Pyongyang is generally inadequate, and the pandemic has made matters worse and pushed up prices.
"Essentials are in short supply," Jeong adds, "and even if they find a way to obtain basic items, prices have soared more than five times than their typical price," especially outside Pyongyang, as the regime tries to keep elites well-supplied in the capital.
What's more, the lockdown could have an impact on food supplies in the months ahead. Jeong notes that every May, North Korean authorities mobilize urbanites to head to the countryside to plant rice.
That will be difficult under the current lockdown, and a shortfall in agricultural production could last into next year and worsen the malnutrition already affecting some 40% of North Korea's population.
All of these hardships could trigger a groundswell of grousing among the North Korean populace. But Jeong notes that North Korea's leaders are adept at shifting the blame to their own underlings.
"Chastiing officials for failing to act responsibly or engaging in corruption is a typical leadership management tactic North Korea has used in times of crisis," Jeong notes.
Kim Jong Un has already been reported by state media as chewing out health authorities for bungling the government's response to the COVID cases. This month, for example, he criticized cabinet and health officials "for their irresponsible work attitude and organizing and executing ability" in tackling the outbreak.
Why North Korea keeps saying 'no' to vaccines
In recent days, state media have also cast doubts on foreign-made vaccines.
A Rodong Sinmun article opined this week that, while foreign pharmaceutical companies try to produce new jabs to beat new COVID-19 variants, "it is becoming doubtful they will be useful on a global scale."
Such reports may suggest that Pyongyang's resistance to accepting donated foreign shots may be stiffening. North Korea may not want to be seen as relying on outside help — or may be trying to justify their decision not to take donations by casting doubts on the vaccines' effectiveness.
Before the outbreak, North Korea rejected millions of vaccines offered by COVAX, and since the outbreak, South Korea and China have offered vaccines and aid, but not received a response.
But there is the possibility that North Korea is willing to accept aid secretly from China. South Korea's Yonhap News Agency reports that two trains with 30 cars each passed over the border from China into North Korea Thursday night, filled with medical supplies. Reuters now reports that North Korea imported millions of face masks, 1,000 ventilators and possibly vaccines ahead of the current outbreak, according to Chinese customs data.
Hanyang University's Shin Young-jeon argues that both North Korea and donors need to put aside their concerns. Donors are often concerned about donations being diverted to the military, while North Korea resents efforts to monitor the distribution of the donations inside their country.
"I think North Korea has the primary responsibility to accept offers of vaccines," he says, "but now is the time for the donating side to not attach any conditions."
Another part of the problem may be one of poor cultural communication. Shin says that donors must not expect or wait for pleas for assistance that North Koreans are too proud to make.
Then again, there is the possibility that North Korea is willing to accept aid secretly from China. South Korea's Yonhap News Agency reports that two trains with 30 cars each passed over the border from China into North Korea Thursday night, filled with medical supplies. Reuters now reports that North Korea imported millions of face masks, 1,000 ventilators and possibly vaccines ahead of the current outbreak, according to Chinese customs data.
"They've never told me, 'we lack such and such, so please help,'" Shin says. "We need to understand the different language they use."
Shin offers an example of this language, from a North Korean contact.
"A longtime acquaintance once told me: 'Nothing is in short supply. But we need everything.' "
NPR's Se Eun Gong contributed to this report in Seoul.
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ST. LOUIS — Friday was a bittersweet day for the Today in St. Louis crew at 5 On Your Side as we said goodbye to anchor Allie Corey.
Allie is leaving St. Louis to move back home to Florida to be closer to her family.
Her final newscast Friday morning was filled with a lot of smiles, laughter, fond memories and some tears.
“You all know that you are my family, friends that have become family,” Allie said to her TISL team. “And these last few years have been the greatest privilege. I will miss you all dearly.”
You can watch Allie's last segment on TISL here.
Allie joined the TISL team in August 2016. In the nearly six years since then, Allie and her husband, Lucas, started raising a family, welcoming two boys.
“While I will miss my Today in St. Louis family very much, I'm looking forward to not having to board a plane to see my mom, dad and sisters. Instead, I can hop in my car and drive to their house,” Allie said in her goodbye announcement. “It's been 11 years since we’ve lived in the same state. My husband and I look forward to watching our boys grow up with their cousins and really, really get to know their grandma and grandpa.”
Several 5 On Your Side employees shared their memories and well wishes for Allie as she said goodbye on her last day.
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New York AG’s investigation against Trump can continue, federal judge rules
By Kara Scannell
A federal judge dismissed former President Donald Trump’s lawsuit against the New York attorney general that sought to stop her civil investigation into the Trump Organization.
Judge Brenda Sannes said Trump could have raised the same claims in state court.
Trump sued last year alleging New York Attorney General Letitia James violated his constitutional rights by investigating him in bad faith. Trump based his argument on statements James made during her campaign for attorney general. He asked to block the investigation or force James’ recusal.
In throwing out the lawsuit, Sannes wrote: “In sum, the Court concludes that Plaintiffs could have raised the claims and requested the relief they seek in the federal action in the New York proceeding.”
Sannes added that to allow the lawsuit to proceed would interfere with ongoing state court actions, including New York Judge Arthur Engoron’s order holding Trump in civil contempt for failing to comply with a subpoena for documents.
“Granting the relief Plaintiffs seek would have the practical effect of interfering with the contempt ruling in the New York proceeding and runs the risk of rendering that order ‘nugatory,'” the judge wrote.
James and Trump have had numerous courtroom showdowns in New York state court over subpoenas stemming from the civil investigation into the accuracy of the Trump Organization’s financial statements.
Sannes’ ruling is the latest setback for Trump in his effort to stop or slow the investigation, which is nearing completion.
The federal judge also said she found no evidence that the litigation to support the enforcement of the subpoenas was in retaliation, or that anyone acted in “bad faith.” She said the investigation has a “legitimate factual predicate.”
James says her investigation into the Trump Organization will continue “undeterred.”
“Time and time again, the courts have made clear that Donald J. Trump’s baseless legal challenges cannot stop our lawful investigation into his and the Trump Organization’s financial dealings,” James said in a statement.
On Thursday, a New York appeals court ruled that Trump, Ivanka Trump and Donald Trump Jr. would need to answer questions under oath as part of the attorney general’s investigation. Trump’s attorney said they may appeal.
Alina Habba, an attorney for Trump, pledged to appeal.
“There is no question that we will be appealing this decision,” Habba said in a statement. “If Ms. James’s egregious conduct and harassing investigation does not meet the bad faith exception to the Younger abstention doctrine, then I cannot imagine a scenario that would.”
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NEW DELHI: According to a survey, the top menstrual hygiene concerns for women during their periods are disturbed sleep, menstrual cramps and dirty public toilets.
Out of the total number of women surveyed, more than half or 53.2 per cent, said they do not have sound sleep during the first two days of their periods.
The survey revealed that 67.5 per cent women are still worried about the risk of spotting during periods when they are asleep at night.
The survey has said 57.3 per cent women experienced moderate to severe menstrual cramps, while 37.2 per cent had mild or occasional menstrual pain.
A whopping 62.2 per cent of women admitted that they have either never or only rarely changed a sanitary pad at a public place such as a toilet at office, mall or cinema hall.
However, 74.6 per cent women get uncomfortable if they need to change the sanitary pad at a public toilet. As much as 88.3 per cent women believe that dirty toilets can be a source of persistent urinary tract infection, according to the survey.
The menstrual hygiene survey received participation from nearly 6,000 menstruating women aged between 18 to 35 years from more than 35 cities, including Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Chennai, Patna, Ahmedabad, Vadodara, Surat, Bhopal, Indore, Guwahati, Jaipur, Amritsar, Ludhiana and Kolkata.
The survey also underlined some facts about the average onset age and duration of periods.
While most of the women respondents (79.3 per cent) said they were 12 years or more when they got their first period, 63.1 per cent women said they knew girls who have just started their periods, of which as many as 37.5 per cent girls were aged 11 years or less.
The survey findings have also questioned the phrase 'those five days' with less than one-third women (30.3 per cent) having periods for five days in a month.
As many as 22.8 per cent women had periods lasting 3 days or less, while 1.8 per cent women had periods lasting more than eight days each month.
The survey was conducted by a feminine hygiene brand.
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Chelsea CEO Laurence to step down after Todd Boehly's £4.25bn takeover
Guy Laurence, Chelsea's CEO, will step down from the club shortly after Todd Boehly's £4.25 ($5.4bn) billion takeover is completed.
The executive in charge of running day-to-day operations in west London had already decided to leave the club before the ownership change began but has opted to use the opportunity to explore other avenues of work effective immediately.
It is unclear who will step into the role with an executive search set to begin now under the Boehly-led private equity-backed group.
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What did Lawrence do at Chelsea?
After working as the CEO of Vodafone UK and the president and CEO of Rogers Communications, Laurence joined Chelsea in February 2018 intending to improve the size and number of commercial sponsorships at Stamford Bridge.
His role was entirely focused on the business arm of Chelsea and he took a place on the board, leaving the football operation to be run by director Marina Granovskaia.
Before that, the Blues didn't have a chief executive since the influential Ron Gourlay in 2014. Gourlay remains in the sport at Championship side West Brom.
Lawrence's departure is not thought to owe to any internal politics between the ownership regimes and, unlike other board members, isn't closely associated with Roman Abramovich.
Furthermore, Boehly has committed to keeping other board members like chairman Bruce Buck and Granovskaia at the club for the foreseeable future.
What are Boehly's plans for Chelsea off the field?
He will keep much of the administrative staff in place initially but has big plans to push revenues which he believes are undervalued in English football.
Chelsea continue to lag behind rivals like Manchester United in terms of generating cash and sponsorships which will become a new focus of Boehly's regime.
There will also be a data-driven approach to the football operation to improve the success rate in recruiting players and in renewing contracts.
Boehly and his partners, including Clearlake Capital duo Behdad Eghbali and Jose E. Feliciano, Hansjorg Wyss and Mark Walter will influence the new direction of the club.
There will also be non-executive board roles for prominent Blues supporters Danny Finkelstein and Barbara Charone, who have expertise in politics, data and public relations.
They also have big plans to develop the stadium and have sounded out the architects from Abramovich's abandoned rebuild about restarting a new project. | https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/chelsea-ceo-laurence-to-step-down-after-todd-boehly-s-gbp4/bltd1ba9c9fc0d7ea4f | 2022-05-27T17:52:21Z | https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/chelsea-ceo-laurence-to-step-down-after-todd-boehly-s-gbp4/bltd1ba9c9fc0d7ea4f | true | 15 |
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — A weakening cold front will be moving into the area Friday into Saturday, bringing more moisture and higher rain chances.
Highest rain chances will be along and south of Interstate 4 on Saturday. Timing wise in the Tampa Bay area, we're looking at the mid-morning hours into the early afternoon.
It will still be warm and humid, with highs in the lower 90s.
A great forecast is in store on Sunday with a chance for a shower or storm mainly inland and late in the day along the sea breeze. Highs will be near the lower 90s with a light breeze out of the west.
Scattered afternoon showers and storms will once again be possible on Memorial Day. A little bit more moisture will work into the area on Monday, increasing afternoon rain chances slightly.
Overall, don't expect a washout — just keep an eye out for some showers and storms.
Beach and boating forecast:
Saturday: After a breezy day on Friday, winds will relax a bit more on Saturday leading to good boating conditions outside of the chance for showers or storms.
The sun will be strong between clouds with the UV index near 11.
Sunday: Fantastic boating and beach weather on Sunday. Plenty of sunshine, seas less than 2 feet and a light chop on the bay. Water temperatures are in the mid-80s! Watch that UV index!.
Monday: Waterways are still looking great for Memorial Day! Just watch out for some of those rain chances in the afternoon. The sea breeze may be a bit closer to the coast on Monday.
Expect a light chop on the bay with seas around 2 feet.
UV index forecast:
The sun is strong this time of year! The UV index will be near an 11 Saturday, Sunday into Monday. That is at the extreme level! It will be at its peak between 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Make sure you have the sunscreen this weekend, it won't take long to burn. | https://www.wtsp.com/article/weather/florida-memorial-day-weekend-forecast/67-cb1d2e52-9412-4cb3-88fb-4716a8407059 | 2022-05-27T17:53:40Z | https://www.wtsp.com/article/weather/florida-memorial-day-weekend-forecast/67-cb1d2e52-9412-4cb3-88fb-4716a8407059 | true | 1 |
Hello Colonizers!
A lot of bug fixes and changes!
- Hapinness average of 45 to born children
- Fixed speed 3 glitch - temporarily slowed down - we need to rework that from scratch
- Added animations of harvesting/gathering meat
- Added blue/red circles of positive and negative happiness in the buildings
- Fixed incorrect gathering of Input resources
- Zoom out is further
- Fixed farm fields!
- Health is more dynamic
- Health is more stable - to the age +-45
Known issues:
The problem with settings to low can change the resolution settings and causes problems with GUI - working on fixing this one!
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LOS ANGELES, May 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- For The Record ("FTR Ltd.") announced the appointment of Tony Douglass as its new Chief Executive Officer. Mr. Douglass, 49, is a founder of the global justice technology company and most recently served as its President. Widely regarded as one of the world's foremost experts in digital recording, transcription services, and audio-visual requirements for courts and law enforcement, he brings over 25 years of experience to his new position. Mr. Douglass will be assuming the role previously held by Michael G. Rose, 62, who will continue to serve For The Record in the role of Chairman of the Board.
The announcement comes as For The Record launches a series of new technologies dramatically accelerating and improving the administration of justice:
- For The Record's Recording Vault is the industry's first cloud-based storage and retrieval platform enabling immediate access to recordings for the courts and their participants.
- For The Record's Transcript Express revolutionizes how the public places orders for, and how the courts manage the production of, transcripts. It simultaneously handles invoicing and payment processes for court reporters, giving them more time for their critical function of reporting.
- For The Record is introducing FTR RealTime Speech-to-Text processing for proceedings, which fills the gap created by the growing crisis of fewer court reporters while expanding immediate access to that information cost effectively.
- For The Record's Smart Audio proprietary configurations provide the industry's highest-quality audio recording.
- For The Record is also rolling out the world's most advanced high-tech courtroom solutions, including digital evidence presentation; remote interpretation; hybrid in-person/remote proceedings; and optimal balancing of amplification and recording needs for both video and audio.
"As the world emerges from the global pandemic that forced all courts to immediately adopt new technology, courts everywhere are working to modernize their courtrooms to make permanent many of the benefits of technology recently identified," said Mr. Rose. "Tony's long history as one of the world's foremost visionaries is exactly what jurisdictions will benefit from as they chart the course for the future."
Mr. Rose added, "Courts everywhere are simultaneously experiencing a dramatic and growing shortage of court reporters, contributing to a mounting backlog of proceedings. The innovations Tony has designed, and For The Record are introducing, represent leaps forward in helping courts leverage technology to help stretch those shrinking resources. Tony will be instrumental in assisting jurisdictions adopt new technologies as these shortages continue to worsen."
Mr. Rose finished his comments by stating, "I am so pleased to be making this appointment. Tony is in many ways the father of justice technology and his experience is unparalleled in the industry. The growing momentum to modernize the justice system makes the timing of this transition perfect. His leadership into the next decade will enable jurisdictions everywhere to significantly advance the cause of justice.
About For The Record
For The Record is the global leader in digital audio, visual, and record-keeping innovations for the legal justice system. Over three decades, the company has modernized more than 30,000 courtrooms across 70+ countries. For The Record's recent innovations include the world's first cloud-based recording management system; an online transcript ordering platform; real-time speech-to-text transcription; and a virtual justice platform that observes traditional court protocols. With the goals of accelerating justice and enhancing accessibility, For The Record continuously develops new courtroom technology.
Background on Tony Douglass
Mr. Douglass's entire career has been at the forefront of technology purpose built for the justice system. The solutions he developed are utilized in more than 30,000 courtrooms across the globe, in more than 70 countries, and in all 50 US states. He has designed the AV solutions of supreme courts in multiple countries; his recording solutions have been integrated into many of the US's most historic courtrooms without compromising aesthetics; and he's guided the deployment of the nation's highest-tech courtrooms in a variety of counties and states. No one has designed, planned, and implemented more courtroom technology than Mr. Douglass. Among other firsts, he designed and installed the world's first public e-court; and has led teams that patented the first AI multi-speaker identification technology for court recordings; registered patents for securing the integrity of digital justice recordings with blockchain; and conceived the first web application for managing all aspects of the court recording and transcription process.
For The Record: The Sound & Sight of Justice. www.fortherecord.com
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A deep dive into ventilation, filtration and the air inside our schools: Beat Check podcast
The school year comes to an end next month, COVID-19 isn’t going away, and a new investigation from The Oregonian/OregonLive found many public schools aren’t doing enough to ensure the air students, staff...
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In the most recent purchasing and selling session, CASI Pharmaceuticals Inc. (CASI)’s share price increased by 11.56 percent to ratify at $0.52. A sum of 2309973 shares traded at recent session and its average exchanging volume remained at 340.77K shares. The 52-week price high and low points are important variables to concentrate on when assessing the current and prospective worth of a stock. CASI Pharmaceuticals Inc. (CASI) shares are taking a pay cut of -70.69% from the high point of 52 weeks and flying high of 67.78% from the low figure of 52 weeks.
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CASI Pharmaceuticals Inc. (CASI) shares reached a high of $0.6848 and dropped to a low of $0.4294 until finishing in the latest session at $0.49. Traders and investors may also choose to study the ATR or Average True Range when concentrating on technical inventory assessment. Currently at 0.06 is the 14-day ATR for CASI Pharmaceuticals Inc. (CASI). The highest level of 52-weeks price has $1.77 and $0.31 for 52 weeks lowest level. The liquidity ratios which the firm has won as a quick ratio of 3.50, a current ratio of 3.80 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.00.
Having a look at past record, we’re going to look at various forwards or backwards shifting developments regarding CASI. The firm’s shares rose 40.62 percent in the past five business days and grew 10.33 percent in the past thirty business days. In the previous quarter, the stock fell -40.21 percent at some point. The company’s performance is now negative at -34.96% from the beginning of the calendar year.
According to WSJ, CASI Pharmaceuticals Inc. (CASI) obtained an estimated Buy proposal from the 3 brokerage firms currently keeping a deep eye on the stock performance as compares to its rivals. 0 equity research analysts rated the shares with a selling strategy, 0 gave a hold approach, 3 gave a purchase tip, 0 gave the firm a overweight advice and 0 put the stock under the underweight category. The average price goal of one year between several banks and credit unions that last year discussed the stock is $4.33.
Olin Corporation (OLN) shares on Thursday’s trading session, jumped 2.84 percent to see the stock exchange hands at $64.51 per unit. Lets a quick look at company’s past reported and future predictions of growth using the EPS Growth. EPS growth is a percentage change in standardized earnings per share over the trailing-twelve-month period to the current year-end. The company posted a value of $8.91 as earning-per-share over the last full year, while a chance, will post $9.48 for the coming year. The current EPS Growth rate for the company during the year is 229.50% and predicted to reach at -4.48% for the coming year. In-depth, if we analyze for the long-term EPS Growth, the out-come was 220.60% for the past five years and the scenario is totally different as the current prediction is -10.70% for the next five year.
The last trading period has seen Olin Corporation (OLN) move -1.57% and 61.68% from the stock’s 52-week high and 52-week low prices respectively. The daily trading volume for Olin Corporation (NYSE:OLN) over the last session is 1.31 million shares. OLN has attracted considerable attention from traders and investors, a scenario that has seen its volume drop -32.04% compared to the previous one.
Investors focus on the profitability proportions of the company that how the company performs at profitability side. Return on equity ratio or ROE is a significant indicator for prospective investors as they would like to see just how effectively a business is using their cash to produce net earnings. As a return on equity, Olin Corporation (NYSE:OLN) produces 58.40%. Because it would be easy and highly flexible, ROI measurement is among the most popular investment ratios. Executives could use it to evaluate the levels of performance on acquisitions of capital equipment whereas investors can determine that how the stock investment is better. The ROI entry for OLN’s scenario is at 29.60%. Another main metric of a profitability ratio is the return on assets ratio or ROA that analyses how effectively a business can handle its assets to generate earnings over a duration of time. Olin Corporation (OLN) generated 16.80% ROA for the trading twelve-month.
Volatility is just a proportion of the anticipated day by day value extend—the range where an informal investor works. Greater instability implies more noteworthy benefit or misfortune. After an ongoing check, Olin Corporation (OLN) stock is found to be 3.30% volatile for the week, while 4.45% volatility is recorded for the month. The outstanding shares have been calculated 154.70M. Based on a recent bid, its distance from 20 days simple moving average is 4.77%, and its distance from 50 days simple moving average is 12.76% while it has a distance of 20.40% from the 200 days simple moving average.
The Williams Percent Range or Williams %R is a well-known specialized pointer made by Larry Williams to help recognize overbought and oversold circumstances. Olin Corporation (NYSE:OLN)’s Williams Percent Range or Williams %R at the time of writing to be seated at 21.46% for 9-Day. It is also calculated for different time spans. Currently for this organization, Williams %R is stood at 13.96% for 14-Day, 11.60% for 20-Day, 6.75% for 50-Day and to be seated 4.84% for 100-Day. Relative Strength Index, or RSI(14), which is a technical analysis gauge, also used to measure momentum on a scale of zero to 100 for overbought and oversold. In the case of Olin Corporation, the RSI reading has hit 61.43 for 14-Day. | https://www.bovnews.com/2022/05/27/make-or-break-moment-best-stocks-now-casi-pharmaceuticals-inc-casi-and-olin-corporation-oln/ | 2022-05-27T18:00:24Z | https://www.bovnews.com/2022/05/27/make-or-break-moment-best-stocks-now-casi-pharmaceuticals-inc-casi-and-olin-corporation-oln/ | false | 19813 |
You've seen the bonkers Tesla Model S Plaid in action. On a drag strip, it has few rivals when it comes to factory stock performance. Capable of mid-to-low nine-second passes in the quarter-mile, even built race cars have a tough time keeping up. But what about other Model S trim levels?
A new video from DragTimes reminds us that, when it comes to Tesla, speed is relative. The Model S Plaid's official 0-60 mph time is 1.9 seconds, but the Model S Long Range featured here is still capable of reaching that mark in under four seconds. Specifically, telemetry installed in the sedan shows a time of 3.2 seconds on the prepped surface of Atco Dragway in New Jersey. That's enough to battle many notable high-performance machines, including the BMW M5 Competition and C7 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 featured in this showdown.
The Bimmer isn't stock, either. Specific modifications aren't mentioned, but the owner claims it has over 800 horsepower (597 kilowatts). It certainly sounds mean, but all that power leads to traction issues in the first of three races. The M5 is forced to lift while the Tesla powers forward to a 10.92-elapsed time (ET), reaching 129 mph. It's a different story for race number two, with the M5 driver scoring a great reaction time and launch to earn a very close win despite a slightly slower ET. Race number three is the deciding factor in this battle, and we'll let the video tell that story.
As for the Corvette, things aren't quite as exciting. It's a 2016 Z06 that appears to be stock with 650 hp (485 kW) under the hood. If the 800-hp Bimmer was a challenge for the Model S, it would seem the Z06 doesn't stand a chance. However, the 'Vette is much lighter, and Chevrolet's official stats for the 2016 Z06 have it turning a high-10-second quarter-mile. As such, it should be a close race and the first pass doesn't disappoint. The Corvette runs 10.93 at 125 mph, slightly faster than the Tesla's 10.98-second pass. However, the win is awarded to the Model S because it was nearly 0.3 seconds quicker off the starting line.
Sadly, that's all we get in the Tesla-versus-Chevrolet showdown. Something causes the Z06 driver to lift early in the second pass, and there is no third. To be continued? Perhaps we will see a rematch in a future video.
Source: DragTimes via YouTube | https://www.motor1.com/news/588568/tesla-model-s-long-range-drag-race-m5-z06/ | 2022-05-27T18:03:32Z | https://www.motor1.com/news/588568/tesla-model-s-long-range-drag-race-m5-z06/ | true | 1 |
WASHINGTON, May 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, American Trucking Associations and ATA's Share the Road highway safety program are advising Memorial Day travelers to take extra driving precautions throughout the busy Memorial Day weekend.
"We are all able to travel along America's open roads because brave men and women sacrificed their lives to preserve our freedoms," said Share the Road Professional Truck Driver Sammy Brewster of ABF Freight. "During my time in the Army, one of the lessons they instilled in us was a dedication to safety. As a professional truck driver who spends my days on our nation's roads, I ask all Memorial Day travelers to be extra diligent this weekend."
Traditionally, Memorial Day weekend is the start of the summer travel season, and family and friends are itching to reconnect during the holiday. AAA predicts 39.2 million people will travel 50 miles or more from home this weekend. This year almost matches pre-pandemic levels with an increase of 8.3% over 2021, bringing travel volumes almost in line with those in 2017. Therefore, it is crucial for drivers to practice patience, planning, and safety fundamentals.
As America remembers the fallen heroes who fought to secure the country's freedoms, the professional trucking industry pays respect by reaffirming its strong commitment to safety this weekend. Highly trained professional truck drivers make this weekend possible by moving more than $700 billion worth of freight each year. That would include your Memorial Day must haves like grilling supplies, food and beverages, pool floats and tubes, goggles, baseball gloves, sunscreen and patio furniture. We ask that you join the trucking industry's initiative to make travel this Memorial Day weekend safe.
"Professional truck drivers are responsible for making safe decisions every moment of our workdays, and we want to equip other drivers with the same helpful information that we have," said Share the Road Professional Truck Driver Bill McNamee of Carbon Express. "By following a few basic safety protocols, members of the motoring public can ensure that everyone makes it home safely this weekend".
Share the Road's professional truck drivers promote these safety tips to motorists, students, members of the media, and elected officials throughout the country while on tour with the Share the Road program. They emphasize these tips during major US holidays to remind motorists of all ages about key elements of safe driving, especially relating to operating small passenger vehicles near large tractor-trailers.
- Buckle Up: Safety belts save lives. Day or night, and even if you're riding in the back seat – wear your safety belt.
- Slow Down: Chance of a crash nearly triples when driving faster than surrounding traffic. Spring and summer are periods when work zones are busiest. It is important to reduce speeds when traveling through those areas.
- Do not drive impaired: There is much to celebrate this time of year, including graduations, and holidays seemingly every weekend. With that said, driving is a great responsibility, and your fellow travelers are relying on safe and attentive drivers to respectfully share the road and make good decisions.
- Be aware of truck blind spots: When sharing the road with large trucks, be aware of their blind spots. If you can't see the professional truck driver in his or her mirrors, then the professional truck driver can't see you.
- Keep your eyes on the road: Distracted driving is a major cause of traffic accidents, especially among younger drivers. Even just two seconds of distraction time doubles the chances of an accident. Only use your cell phone when stopped and never text while driving.
- Do not cut in front of large trucks: Remember trucks are heavier and take longer to make a complete stop, so avoid cutting quickly in front of them.
- Prepare your vehicle for long distance travel: Check your wipers and fluids. Have your radiator and cooling system serviced. Simple maintenance before you leave your home can prevent many of the problems that might strand motorists on the side of the road.
- Leave early and avoid risks: Leave early so you won't be anxious about arriving late. Road conditions may change due to inclement weather or traffic congestion.
- Be aware of the vehicle in front of you: Leave extra room between you and the vehicle ahead.
- Understand congestion patterns: High traffic volumes lead to greater opportunities for accidents, so plan your trip to avoid traffic bottlenecks and increased traffic volumes.
If you have any additional questions regarding highway safety, Million Mile Safe Professional Truck Drivers are available for interviews over the weekend.
Share the Road is a highway safety outreach program of the American Trucking Associations that educates all drivers about sharing the roads safely with large trucks. An elite team of professional truck drivers with millions of accident-free miles deliver life-saving messages to millions of motorists annually. The safety program is sponsored by Mack Trucks Inc., and supported by TA-Petro, Pre-Pass, Hyundai Translead, OmniTracs, Mack Leasing, P.S.I., Shell Lubricants, and Bendix. www.atastr.org. Follow Share the Road on Twitter and Facebook.
American Trucking Associations is the largest national trade association for the trucking industry. Through a federation of 50 affiliated state trucking associations and industry-related conferences and councils, ATA is the voice of the industry America depends on most to move our nation's freight. Follow ATA on Twitter or Facebook. Trucking Moves America Forward
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Prisons, KCB cross swords in Kelibia, Pipeline face FAP
What you need to know:
- The other Kenyan representatives, Kenya Pipeline, have a date with much-improved FAP of Cameroon in the last eight.
- Prisons, who beat KCB 3-1 to win the Kenyan Volleyball Federation women’s National League last year, will be out to inflict more misery on the Bankers who finished ninth in the African tourney last time out in 2019.
There will be no love lost when arch-rivals Kenya Prisons face KCB in the quarter-finals of the 2022 women’s African Club Championships in Kelibia, Tunisia on Saturday.
The other Kenyan representatives, Kenya Pipeline, have a date with much-improved FAP of Cameroon in the last eight.
Prisons, who beat KCB 3-1 to win the Kenyan Volleyball Federation women’s National League last year, will be out to inflict more misery on the Bankers who finished ninth in the African tourney last time out in 2019.
Prisons won bronze last year in Kelibia, Tunisia in the event which KCB failed to honour as majority of their players were with the Malkia Strikers in camp for the delayed Tokyo Olympics.
“We are set and all the players are fine. We had a lovely training session on Friday morning and we are optimistic of a good show. It will be a tough match but we have our sights on the title,” Kenya Prisons team manager David Kilundo told Nation Sport on Friday.
The Kenyan girls booked a date in the last eight after brushing aside La Loi of Democratic Republic of Congo and National Customs of Nigeria 3-0 respectively in the Round of 16 on Thursday.
This will be the first time KCB and Prisons are meeting this year having evaded each other in the ongoing women’s Kenya Volleyball Federation National League.
Prisons had a relatively kind draw in the group stage as they topped Pool “B” unbeaten while KCB lost one match against reigning champions Carthage of Tunisia 3-1 in Pool “C”.
KCB Technical Director Paul Bitok acknowledged Prisons are strong mentally but said they are going to try their all to win the match.
“Prisons are a good side. We have prepared well and we look forward to tomorrow (Saturday) match. I think the real championship is just getting started,” said Bitok, who doubles up as the Kenya women’s national team coach.
Pipeline, who finished fifth last year at the venue, defeated Ndejje of Uganda 3-0(25-20, 25-12, 25-13) while FAP were too good for National Alcohol of Ethiopia 3-0 (25-16, 25-15, 25-13).
Pipeline finished second behind record holders Al Ahly in Pool “D”.
Pipeline coach Paul Gitau said they are ready for the match.
“We have done our part and we hope that the effort we have put in the training will manifest. We are eager to move to the next stage and go all the way to the final,” said Gitau.
A possible all-Kenyan semi-final is in the offing should Pipeline navigate their way to the last four.
Other quarterfinal matches will see Ahly play Kelibia while Carthage play Rwanda Patriotic Army.
Ahly dismissed ASEC Mimosa of Cote d’Ivoire 3-0 (25-14, 25-6, 25-10) while APR defeated their compatriots Rwanda Revenue Authority 3-2 (25-22, 21-25, 20-25, 25-10 and 15-9) in the Round of 16.
Carthage swept aside Al Wak Wings of Ghana 3-0 (25-19, 25-18, 25-12) as Kelibia won against Chief of Naval Staff of Nigeria 3-0(25-20, 25-15, 25-23).
Prisons were the last Kenyan team to win the title in 2013 in Madagascar after a hard fought 3-2 over GS Pétroliers of Algeria. | https://nation.africa/kenya/sports/prisons-kcb-cross-swords-in-kelibia-pipeline-face-fap-3829576 | 2022-05-27T18:05:47Z | https://nation.africa/kenya/sports/prisons-kcb-cross-swords-in-kelibia-pipeline-face-fap-3829576 | false | 1 |
A 46-year-old man was killed in a single-vehicle crash Thursday night on the Garden State Parkway in Monmouth County, authorities said.
Olair Alves Da Silva was driving north near milepost 108 in Tinton Falls around 9:45 p.m. when he veered off the local lanes to the left, across a grass median and struck a metal post, State Police said. His car then overturned into the northbound express lanes and slammed into a guard rail, throwing Da Silva from the vehicle.
Da Silva, of Deal, was pronounced dead at the scene. There were no passengers in the vehicle.
The crash remains under investigation, police said.
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WATCH: Hyderabad woman stabbed by stalker on busy road
According to the police, 45-year-old Noor Bano was stabbed by her neighbour Habeeb. She is currently undergoing treatment
Hyderabad: A woman was stabbed by a man whose marriage proposal she refused in Hyderabad on Friday.
According to the police, the accused has been identified as Habeeb.
The victim Noor Banu’s husband had died two months back and since that time, Habeeb has been harassing her to marry him, said the police.
A married woman was critically injured after she was stabbed by her stalker in broad daylight in #Hyderabad on Friday. pic.twitter.com/vtxly9x206
— IANS (@ians_india) May 27, 2022
According to Kanchanbagh Inspector, Uma Maheshwar Rao, on Friday around 1:30 pm, a woman named Noor Banu, age 45 years was stabbed by Habeeb who stays nearby her home. “Habeeb was harassing the lady for the past few days to marry her, when she refused him, Habeeb stabbed her,” said the police.
After the locals from the area informed the police, the police immediately reached the spot and sent the injured Noor Banu to Owaisi hospital.
“Noor Banu is undergoing treatment and is now out of danger”, said the inspector.
This incident took place in Kanchanbagh police station limits of Hyderabad.
A case of attempt to murder has been registered and a search for the accused is on, added the police.
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We take a look at few talking points from the IPL 2022 game between Kolkata Knight Riders and Sunrisers Hyderabad. | https://www.firstpost.com/india/watch-hyderabad-woman-stabbed-by-stalker-on-busy-road-10728921.html | 2022-05-27T18:12:19Z | https://www.firstpost.com/india/watch-hyderabad-woman-stabbed-by-stalker-on-busy-road-10728921.html | true | 1 |
BORIS Johnson has insisted the UK can avoid a recession, though the admitted that soaring inflation and energy costs still meant a “bumpy time” ahead.
The Prime Minister described the £21 billion package of measures announced by Rishi Sunak on Thursday as a “big bazooka”
“What we are doing now is making sure we support people through tough times. It’s a big bazooka,” he said in an interview with Bloomberg TV, during a visit to CityFibre Training Academy in Stockton-on-Tees.
“I’m not going to pretend that this is going to fix everything for everybody immediately. There is still going to be pressure.
“But it is a very, very substantial commitment by the Government to getting us through what will be still a bumpy time with the increase in energy prices around the world.
“What I think it will also help us to do is to get us through until I believe the prices will start to abate and we will be in a much, much stronger position.”
The Prime Minister was upbeat, despite gloomy predictions for the state of the economy in the months ahead.
“There are ways forward for the UK that are incredibly exciting,” he said. “If we make sure that we have a proactive approach to talent from abroad – we want to control immigration but allow the talent that we need to come in – we fix our energy supply issues, we fix the issues in the UK labour market.
“One of the incredible things about the economy right now is that unemployment is at its lowest level since I was two years old.”
Asked if the UK was heading for a recession, he answered: “Not necessarily at all.”
There were concerns that a £400 discount on energy bills for every household in the country, regardless of how well off they are, would further fuel inflation which is currently at nine per cent and could soon hit double figures.
Mr Johnson said the government didn’t believe the rebate would “lead to more discretionary spending, simply because people’s outgoings are going to go up, have been going up already as a result of the increased costs of energy and food.”
He added: “We can do it because we’re in a strong economic position, we’ve got loads of people in work earning, we’ve got unemployment at the lowest level since 1974, which I don’t think people would have predicted when we went into Covid and all those lockdowns.
“What we’re really dealing with is the economic aftershocks of Covid, spiking energy prices, we’ve got to get through it, we’re using our fiscal firepower to do it and we’ll come up much stronger the other side.”
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The United States has won the latest round of a legal battle to seize a $325-million Russian-owned superyacht in Fiji, with the case now appearing headed for the Pacific nation’s top court.
Fiji’s Court of Appeal on Friday dismissed an appeal by Feizal Haniff, who represents the company that legally owns the superyacht Amadea.
Haniff had argued the U.S. had no jurisdiction under Fiji’s mutual assistance laws to seize the vessel, at least until a court sorted out who really owned it.
He wants Fiji's Supreme Court to stop U.S. agents from sailing the Amadea from Fiji before the appeal is heard.
The case highlights the thorny legal issues as the U.S. tries to seize assets of Russian oligarchs linked to the war in Ukraine. | https://www.wcpo.com/news/national/russia-ukraine-conflict/us-wins-latest-legal-battle-to-seize-russian-yacht-in-fiji | 2022-05-27T18:18:40Z | https://www.wcpo.com/news/national/russia-ukraine-conflict/us-wins-latest-legal-battle-to-seize-russian-yacht-in-fiji | true | null |
Mutual Advisors LLC boosted its stake in iShares MSCI EAFE Small-Cap ETF (NASDAQ:SCZ – Get Rating) by 132.2% in the 4th quarter, according to its most recent filing with the SEC. The fund owned 15,848 shares of the company’s stock after purchasing an additional 9,024 shares during the period. Mutual Advisors LLC’s holdings in iShares MSCI EAFE Small-Cap ETF were worth $1,158,000 at the end of the most recent quarter.
A number of other hedge funds and other institutional investors have also recently made changes to their positions in the business. Marshall Wace LLP acquired a new position in iShares MSCI EAFE Small-Cap ETF in the 1st quarter valued at about $189,000. BlackRock Inc. increased its stake in iShares MSCI EAFE Small-Cap ETF by 6.2% during the 3rd quarter. BlackRock Inc. now owns 3,243,329 shares of the company’s stock worth $241,337,000 after buying an additional 188,427 shares during the period. Alliancebernstein L.P. acquired a new stake in iShares MSCI EAFE Small-Cap ETF during the 3rd quarter worth approximately $8,495,000. American Century Companies Inc. purchased a new position in iShares MSCI EAFE Small-Cap ETF in the 3rd quarter valued at approximately $1,945,000. Finally, Oppenheimer & Co. Inc. grew its stake in shares of iShares MSCI EAFE Small-Cap ETF by 1.2% in the third quarter. Oppenheimer & Co. Inc. now owns 22,524 shares of the company’s stock worth $1,676,000 after acquiring an additional 270 shares in the last quarter.
Shares of NASDAQ SCZ opened at $61.45 on Friday. The business’s fifty day simple moving average is $63.21 and its 200-day simple moving average is $67.82. iShares MSCI EAFE Small-Cap ETF has a 12-month low of $57.17 and a 12-month high of $79.23.
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POCATELLO — When it comes to music, composition is one problem that has always vexed computers. Sure, they can string a few notes or lyrics together, but creating motifs — repeated musical patterns that create form and meaning — is a real challenge. Now, after more than seven years of riffing on the problem, an Idaho State University Computer Scientist has come up with the solution.
“There’s this problem in the artificial intelligence field known as the long-range dependency problem,” explains Dr. Paul Bodily, Assistant Professor of Computer Science at ISU. “Basically, it’s really hard for AI to generate sequences of elements — like music or language — where what elements are chosen in one part of the sequence depend on what elements are chosen in a completely different part of the sequence. For example, musicians may want to have a chorus repeat in different places in a song or have lyrics at different positions rhyme. It is simple enough to copy and paste or separately generate interdependent sequences of notes. But typically, these approaches mean sacrificing the natural flow or coherency between the interdependent elements, and that’s where the challenge lies.”
Enter Pop*. Pop* — pronounced “pop star” — is an AI system developed by Bodily. It is designed to operate without needing a human and, most importantly, solves the long-range dependency problem.
“Pop* uses a special type of machine learning model that looks way ahead in the sequence at what will eventually be generated to adjust the probabilities of what it generates in the short run,” Bodily said. “In the end, the piece is coherent all the way through.”
Bodily used well-known songs like “Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star,” and “Somewhere Over the Rainbow,” as well as pop classics like “Hey Jude” by The Beatles and John Lennon’s “Imagine” to train Pop* on chords, pitches, rhythms, and lyrics. After this crash course training phase, the AI can now compose its own short pop songs. For lyrical inspiration, Pop* looks to Twitter for tweets on its favorite themes: being in love, feeling depressed, and new beginnings.
“One of the first compositions Pop* generated was this really somber, pensive song with the lyrics that went, ‘And I think I am just a lie,’ Bodily explained. “I was floored by how much it moved me. We humans all deal with feelings of inadequacy at times, but beyond that, here is an AI system that seems to be questioning its own validity and doing so in an artistic, creative way.”
Recently, a paper by Bodily and co-researcher Dr. Dan Ventura, Professor of Computer Science at Brigham Young University, was published in the Special Collection: AI and Musical Creativity issue of Transactions of the International Society for Music Information Retrieval. The publication marks the culmination of years of work by Bodily, starting when he was working on his doctorate at BYU under the instruction of Ventura.
“When I started doing research in AI, I was already heavily involved in a completely different research direction, and it was a big leap of faith to switch,” Bodily said. “This publication represents the reward for taking that leap seven years ago.”
In June, Pop* will be entering a battle of the bands of sorts, the AI Song Contest 2022, and will be competing using one of its earliest compositions, “And I Think I.” Looking to the future, Bodily aims to research the use of systems like Pop* for therapeutic purposes. He’ll be looking into how pairing people with an AI that knows how to compose music can help enhance their ability to be creative and process whatever challenges they may be going through.
“My vision is to integrate Pop* into a mobile app in which the user is prompted for thoughts or feelings, and then Pop* and the user work together to create a meaningful musical expression of or reaction to those ideas. The system could be designed to help the user share these creations or find other like-minded creators with whom they could connect. My hypothesis is that a tool like that could be quite powerful in helping people address various mental health challenges.”
If you’d like to hear some of the songs composed by Pop*, visit the website for Bodily’s Computational Creativity and Intelligence Lab.
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There is a lot of interest among international companies, including in Britain, for defence manufacturing in India because the world sees the country as not only a big marketplace but also a safe place to work, Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal said in London.
The minister, who is on a two-day visit to the UK on his way back from the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos, told PTI during an India Global Forum (IGF) event on Thursday evening that the defence sector offers a natural potential investment opportunity in India because of the government’s open policies. The whole world realises that India is a big market place, a safe place to work with in terms of manufacturing in defence equipment, particularly because we don’t insist on technology transfer, we even allow coveted technologies to be owned fully by foreign investors, said Goyal.
There is a lot of interest in companies around the world to look at manufacturing defence in India. Defence will be a very natural potential investment opportunity in India, given our large spending on defence and given also the fact that we opened our doors now to invite more and more companies to come and manufacture in India. In fact, there was interest shown by British companies who would like to come and invest in India and we are keen to discuss further, he said.
The House of Commons was told earlier this month that India and the UK are due to finalise a “Letter of Arrangement” to help deliver advanced security capabilities through joint research, co-design, co-development and joint production of defence technology and systems.
Goyal, who was in conversation with IGF Founder Manoj Ladwa across different sectors of the Indian economy, said that despite black swan events” like the Covid-19 pandemic and Russia-Ukraine conflict, Indians are looking at the future with optimism. There’s a big difference between the mood in India and the mood in the rest of the world. In India, there’s a lot of excitement about the future, our young India is looking at the future with great hope and aspiration, said the Union minister, who also holds the Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution, and Textiles portfolios.
Davos, unfortunately, represented quite a bit of doom and gloom. Most of the engagements showed that participants were very disturbed, concerned, slightly pessimistic about the future of multilateralism, already talking about deglobalisation Challenges are there to be overcome. We in India look at the future with great optimism, we believe these things will also pass as have many other challenges, he said.
Asked about India’s ban on wheat exports, Goyal said the move was aimed at curbing “speculative hoarding” and to ensure the grain gets to the less developed countries who need it most. He stressed that India exports a very small percentage of the world’s supplies and stands ready to support vulnerable countries in need. Inflation bites across the world, prices have been at an all-time high. Food inflation poses a challenge for every country, including India, he said.
We have asked the WTO (World Trade Organisation) to allow us to do government to government contracts to help poor countries out of our public holding stock, which is forbidden. I hope the WTO relents on this unfair and discriminatory treatment of the less developed and developing world, he added. On a question about the impact of inflation on the ongoing free trade agreement (FTA) negotiations between India and the UK, the minister said he hoped that a deal would help reduce costs in the long run.
If at all, an FTA helps to bring down costs, not add to costs. And, an FTA is not for an immediate solution for a problem that you are faced with today. It is addressing concerns for the long term. Obviously, if it’s a good deal, it should start having an impact even today and that’s what we are aiming for, an agreement that will be good for the people of the United Kingdom and India, businesses in both countries, and fair and equitable in terms of the different size and type of economy that are involved, he said, indicating that the Diwali timeline set for a draft FTA to be ready remains on track.
During his UK visit which concludes on Friday, Goyal’s schedule involved bilateral talks with his British counterpart, Trade Secretary Anne-Marie Trevelyan, to review the ongoing FTA negotiations ahead of the fourth round of talks next month and interactions with business and industry chiefs to address them on the government’s position in the talks. | https://mybigplunge.com/business/world-sees-india-as-safe-place-for-defence-manufacturing-piyush-goyal/ | 2022-05-27T18:23:50Z | https://mybigplunge.com/business/world-sees-india-as-safe-place-for-defence-manufacturing-piyush-goyal/ | false | 2 |
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