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Most would agree that adult-use cannabis is coming to Pennsylvania. Exactly when is not clear, but its impact on the medical marijuana program must be considered.
Medical marijuana sales have occurred for more than four years, and it’s evident that improvements are needed for our patients. DUI reform, improving patient access and excessive cost top the list.
Cannabis DUI should be handled like a Schedule II medication in that actual impairment must be shown for a DUI charge to be filed. Simply having THC metabolites in your system is currently enough for a DUI conviction, even if you are not impaired and haven’t used cannabis for weeks.
Access and cost could be improved by permitting patients to grow a number of plants for medical use. Adults over 21 are permitted to manufacture hundreds of gallons of (recreational) wine and beer a year with essentially no oversight, but if a medical marijuana patient puts a cannabis seed in the ground and it sprouts, they can be incarcerated. This is inhumane and needs to change.
Adult-use cannabis legislation should be seen as an opportunity to not only allow cannabis use and sales in Pennsylvania, but also as a way to update and improve our medical marijuana program.
Luke Shultz
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Military arrests suspected Boko Haram informant, rescues 100 insurgents’ family members
Troops of Operation Hadin Kai arrested a suspected informant of the Boko Haram insurgents in Sokoto State.
The Director of Defence Media Operations, Maj. Gen. Bernard Onyeuko, who disclosed this to journalists on Thursday, said the troops also recovered arms and ammunition during the operation.
He added that the troops had rescued 100 family members of terrorists in the last three weeks.
The spokesman also revealed that 14 terrorists were killed and 15 arrested between May 19 and Thursday in Borno State.
Onyeuko said: “On May 31, 2022, troops repelled an attack by terrorists at Firm Base Arege in Abadam Local Government Area of Borno State. During the attack, troops responded with superior firepower and inflicted heavy casualties on the terrorists while others fled in disarray.
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“Cumulatively, troops recovered 10 AK47 rifles, five AK56 rifles, two FN rifles, 227 rounds of 7.62mm ammunition, seven AK47 magazines, one PKM gun, one AA gun, 164 rounds of AA ammunition, 111 Shilka ammunition, one gun truck, one shilka barrel, two Dane guns, two Improvised Explosive Device, one car engine, four trolleys, and one water pump machine.
“Troops also rescued 100 terrorists’ family members which included 33 women. Troops also neutralised 14 terrorists and arrested 15. Accordingly, all arrested, rescued terrorist families and recovered items have been handed over to the appropriate authorities for further action.
“The informant, a foreigner identified as Jabe Buba and resident of Garuwa village in Tambuwa Local Government Area of Sokoto State, was arrested following an intelligence report.
“Pictures and video of him posting rifles in the forest were found in his phone and N130,000.00 cash was recovered from him.”
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Psoriatic Arthritis Treatment: Combined Rheumatology and Dermatology Clinics Make Sense
Psoriatic disease is an autoimmune disorder that includes psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis (PsA). The first causes itchy or sore patches of thick, dry, discolored skin; the second also affects the joints. Around 30 percent of people with psoriasis eventually develop PsA as well. Studies have shown that multidisciplinary clinics that house...
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ANKARA, Turkey (AP) — Turkish Foreign Minister Mevlut Cavusoglu has sent a letter to the United Nations formally requesting that his country be referred to as “Türkiye,” the state-run news agency reported. The move is seen as part of a push by Ankara to rebrand the country and dissociate its name from the bird, turkey, and some negative connotations that are associated with it.
Anadolu Agency said Stephane Dujarric, spokesman to U.N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, confirmed receipt of the letter late on Wednesday. The agency quoted Dujarric as saying that the name change had become effective “from the moment” the letter was received.
President Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s government has been pressing for the internationally recognized name Turkey to be changed to “Türkiye” (tur-key-YAY) as it is spelled and pronounced in Turkish. The country called itself “Türkiye” in 1923 after its declaration of independence.
In December, Erdogan ordered the use of “Türkiye” to better represent Turkish culture and values, including demanding that “Made in Türkiye” be used instead of “Made in Turkey” on exported products. Turkish ministries began using “Türkiye” in official documents.
Earlier this year, the government also released a promotional video as part of its attempts to change its name in English. The video shows tourists from across the world saying “Hello Türkiye” at famous destinations.
The Turkish presidency’s Directorate of Communications said it launched the campaign “to promote more effectively the use of ‘Türkiye’ as the country’s national and international name on international platforms.”
It was not clear whether the name, with a letter that doesn’t exist in the English alphabet, will catch on widely abroad. In 2016, the Czech Republic officially registered its short-form name, Czechia, and while some international institutions use it, many still refer to the country by its longer name.
Turkey’s English-language state broadcaster TRT World has switched to using “Türkiye” although the word “Turkey” slips in by journalists still trying to get used to the change.
TRT World explained the decision in an article earlier this year, saying Googling “Turkey” brings up a “a muddled set of images, articles, and dictionary definitions that conflate the country with Meleagris – otherwise known as the turkey, a large bird native to North America – which is famous for being served on Christmas menus or Thanksgiving dinners.”
The network continued: “Flip through the Cambridge Dictionary and “turkey” is defined as “something that fails badly” or “a stupid or silly person.”
TRT World argued that Turks prefer their country to be called “Türkiye”, in “keeping with the country’s aims of determining how others should identify it.” | https://www.rochesterfirst.com/news/international/turkey-no-more-country-seeks-to-change-name-to-turkiye/ | 2022-06-02T16:54:52Z | https://www.rochesterfirst.com/news/international/turkey-no-more-country-seeks-to-change-name-to-turkiye/ | false | 43 |
The US Air Mobility Command (AMC) has approved a seventh interim capability release (ICR) mission set for the KC-46A Pegasus aerial refuelling aircraft.
This approval has increased the operational capability of the KC-46A aircraft.
Approved by the AMC commander general Mike Minihan, the KC-46A can now support 97% of the daily joint force air refuelling requirements.
The first ICR for the aircraft was approved by the AMC in July 2021.
Following the latest AMC approval, KC-46A will be able to refuel a wide range of aircraft for the US Transportation Command-tasked missions (USTRANSCOM).
The aircraft include C-135 variants, B-1B Lancer, E-8 Joint Surveillance Target Attack Radar System, F-35B/C Lightning II, KC-10 Extender P-8 Poseidon and EC-130H Compass Call aircraft.
Minihan said: “Credible and reliable KC-46A tanker capability is now available to our joint and international partners.
“In May 2021, the KC-46A was not cleared to operationally support any USTRANSCOM missions.
“With a team of incredible professionals across the enterprise analysing the data and making risk-informed decisions, we’ve deliberately and aggressively accelerated the Pegasus’ operational use.”
The second ICR milestone was approved in August 2021. This was the first ICR decision for the aerial refueling boom mission set.
The third ICR was approved in October 2021. KC-46A could then support 62% of all receiver aircraft that needed air refuelling support from USTRANSCOM.
The fourth ICR was signed in December 2021, thereby boosting the capability of KC-46A to 70%.
Earlier this year, the operational and test data showed that KC-46A was capable of supporting almost 85% of USTRANSCOM air refueling tasks.
The fifth approval was given in February, which in turn allowed refuelling with the F-35A Lightning II and F-22 Raptor as well as support a range of alert missions.
With the sixth approval, the aircraft could be used to undertake both passenger movement and aeromedical evacuation missions. | https://www.airforce-technology.com/news/us-approves-seventh-icr-kc46a/ | 2022-06-02T16:56:07Z | https://www.airforce-technology.com/news/us-approves-seventh-icr-kc46a/ | false | 1 |
OPEC+ alliance boosts oil production as energy prices soar
The OPEC oil cartel and allied producing countries including Russia will raise production by 648,000 barrels per day in July and August, offering modest relief for a global economy suffering from soaring energy prices and the resulting inflation.
The decision Thursday steps up the pace by the alliance, known as OPEC+, in restoring cuts made during the worst of the pandemic recession. The group had been adding a steady 432,000 barrels per day each month to gradually restore production cuts from 2020.
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The move to increase production faster than planned comes as rising crude prices have pushed gasoline to a record high in the U.S., a potential problem for U.S. President Joe Biden in mid-term Congressional elections this fall.
Elevated prices are also a threat to the global economy as it emerges from the pandemic, with both companies and families potentially reducing activity to deflect those costs.
OPEC, whose de facto leader is Saudi Arabia, had for months resisted pressure from the White House to increase oil supply more quickly. That stance, along with a European Union agreement to end most oil imports from Russia, has pushed prices higher. Gasoline and diesel prices have also been rising due to a lack of refining capacity to turn crude into motor fuel.
The U.S. "welcomes" the increased production, White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre said in a prepared statement. "The United States will continue to use all tools at our disposal to address energy prices pressures."
Biden administration officials have recently visited Saudi Arabia for talks on energy supplies and regional security issues.
In the U.S., crude prices are up 54% since the beginning of the year and gasoline prices are being pulled along.
The increase did not appear to ease concerns about tight supply and oil prices actually rose after the decision was announced Thursday.
U.S. crude, which had fallen by as much as US$3 per barrel early in the day, reversing course and traded up 0.9% at $116.23. International benchmark Brent rose 0.7% at $117.02. Market traders may have expected more from the meeting, such as an indication from Saudis that they could make up for any shortfall due to sanctions against Russia.
Instead the alliance's statement merely mentioned reopening from COVID-19 lockdowns in "major global economic centers" and the end of seasonal maintenance work at refineries as justifications for the incremental increase. Lockdowns in Shanghai and Beijing have sapped fuel demand in China.
OPEC+ decisions have been complicated by the group's failure to meet its production targets due to underinvestment and other roadblocks in some member countries. Actual production has lagged the scheduled increases.
The U.S. saw a record high average gasoline pump price on Thursday of $4.71 per gallon, according to AAA. The price of crude makes up about half the price of gasoline at the pump in the U.S., and prices could go even higher as the summer driving season gets under way. High gas prices for drivers are a potential factor in U.S. politics with mid-term Congressional elections approaching later this year.
In Germany, the government has sought to soften the blow to consumer finances from energy inflation by launching deeply discounted transit passes that enable unlimited use of local trains, subways and buses for 9 euros ($10) per month.
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MILFORD, Conn. (AP) — A Connecticut state trooper who killed a 19-year-old man while firing seven gunshots into the driver's window of a stolen car in 2020 pleaded not guilty to a manslaughter charge Thursday.
Trooper Brian North, who is white, made a brief appearance in Milford Superior Court as relatives of Mubarak Soulemane, who was Black, repeated their calls for North to be convicted and fired. North remains free on bail but is on paid administrative leave with his police powers suspended pending the outcome of the criminal case.
North did not comment while leaving the courthouse with about a dozen off-duty law enforcement officers who were there to show their support for him, a smaller group than the one that attended his first court appearance last month.
Soulemane's mother and other relatives and supporters shouted “Justice for Mubarak,” “No justice no peace” and “Fire Brian North” outside the courthouse.
A virtual hearing was set for Aug. 2 and another in-person court hearing was scheduled for Sept. 15.
Soulemane was shot on Jan. 15, 2020, as he sat in the driver's seat of a stolen car in West Haven, after a nearly 30-mile (48-kilometer), high-speed chase from Norwalk on Interstate 95. Other officers had broken the front passenger door window and fired a stun gun at Soulemane, but it did not work.
An investigation showed Soulemane had a knife but was boxed in by police and unable to drive away.
State Inspector General Robert Devlin found the shooting was not justified. North said in statement to investigators that he believed he was protecting officers on the other side of the car from possibly being attacked by Soulemane when he opened fire.
Soulemane’s family said he had schizophrenia and his mental health appeared to be deteriorating in the days before the shooting. | https://www.wiltonbulletin.com/news/article/Connecticut-trooper-pleads-not-guilty-in-2020-17214937.php | 2022-06-02T17:00:14Z | https://www.wiltonbulletin.com/news/article/Connecticut-trooper-pleads-not-guilty-in-2020-17214937.php | true | 13 |
ANKARA, Turkey (AP) — Turkish Foreign Minister Mevlut Cavusoglu has sent a letter to the United Nations formally requesting that his country be referred to as “Türkiye,” the state-run news agency reported. The move is seen as part of a push by Ankara to rebrand the country and dissociate its name from the bird, turkey, and some negative connotations that are associated with it.
Anadolu Agency said Stephane Dujarric, spokesman to U.N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, confirmed receipt of the letter late on Wednesday. The agency quoted Dujarric as saying that the name change had become effective “from the moment” the letter was received.
President Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s government has been pressing for the internationally recognized name Turkey to be changed to “Türkiye” (tur-key-YAY) as it is spelled and pronounced in Turkish. The country called itself “Türkiye” in 1923 after its declaration of independence.
In December, Erdogan ordered the use of “Türkiye” to better represent Turkish culture and values, including demanding that “Made in Türkiye” be used instead of “Made in Turkey” on exported products. Turkish ministries began using “Türkiye” in official documents.
Earlier this year, the government also released a promotional video as part of its attempts to change its name in English. The video shows tourists from across the world saying “Hello Türkiye” at famous destinations.
The Turkish presidency’s Directorate of Communications said it launched the campaign “to promote more effectively the use of ‘Türkiye’ as the country’s national and international name on international platforms.”
It was not clear whether the name, with a letter that doesn’t exist in the English alphabet, will catch on widely abroad. In 2016, the Czech Republic officially registered its short-form name, Czechia, and while some international institutions use it, many still refer to the country by its longer name.
Turkey’s English-language state broadcaster TRT World has switched to using “Türkiye” although the word “Turkey” slips in by journalists still trying to get used to the change.
TRT World explained the decision in an article earlier this year, saying Googling “Turkey” brings up a “a muddled set of images, articles, and dictionary definitions that conflate the country with Meleagris – otherwise known as the turkey, a large bird native to North America – which is famous for being served on Christmas menus or Thanksgiving dinners.”
The network continued: “Flip through the Cambridge Dictionary and “turkey” is defined as “something that fails badly” or “a stupid or silly person.”
TRT World argued that Turks prefer their country to be called “Türkiye”, in “keeping with the country’s aims of determining how others should identify it.” | https://www.tristatehomepage.com/news/national-world/turkey-no-more-country-seeks-to-change-name-to-turkiye/ | 2022-06-02T17:02:13Z | https://www.tristatehomepage.com/news/national-world/turkey-no-more-country-seeks-to-change-name-to-turkiye/ | true | 43 |
Out Post Farm Awarded Grant
The Baker-Polito Administration today opened a Notice of Opportunity to strategically onboard new agricultural vendors for the Healthy Incentives Program (HIP). Eligible vendors include farmers’ markets, farm stands, mobile markets, and community-supported agriculture farm share programs (CSAs). Applications can be submitted through June 8. Out Post Farm LLC...
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Biden to speak on mass shootings, urge Congress to act
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden will speak Thursday night on the recent spate of mass shootings and his plans to press Congress “to pass commonsense laws to combat the epidemic of gun violence that is taking lives every day,” the White House announced.
The 7:30 p.m. speech follows a mass shooting at an elementary school in Uvalde, Texas, that killed 19 students and two teachers last week, as well as one Wednesday in Tulsa, Oklahoma, where a gunman shot and killed four people and himself at a medical office.
Biden said earlier this week that the Second Amendment was never an “absolute” and that he thought “rational” Republicans in Congress would work with Democrats to pass restrictions that could limit high-powered weapons like the ones used in Uvalde.
Lawmakers from both parties have been negotiating small steps on gun limits since shortly after the Uvalde shooting, and the House is planning to move forward with a vote on an assault weapons ban that likely wouldn’t pass the Senate.
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Giants’ Brian Daboll offers praise for Shane Lemieux: ‘Plays with a nasty edge’
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As the New York Giants entered the offseason after a 4-13 disaster of a year in 2020, one of the biggest questions was how in the world they were going to finally build an offensive line.
The only building block in sight was former first round pick Andrew Thomas, who overcame a shaky rookie season to log in a respectable sophomore campaign last year at left tackle.
Incoming general manager Joe Schoen went bargain hunting in free agency and snagged a few useful veterans (most notably center Jon Feliciano and guard Mark Glowinski) and then used first- and third-round selection in this year’s draft in tackle Evan Neal and the versatile Joshua Ezeudu.
One player the fans had practically written off was guard Shane Lemieux, who showed promise as a rookie in 2020 but then missed most of 2021 with a knee injury.
This spring at OTAs, Lemieux is apparently healthy enough to get himself into the group of ‘ones,’ or starters at left guard. Head coach Brian Daboll has taken a liking to the former Oregon product.
Brian Daboll said he liked Shane Lemieux coming out of the draft in 2020. Said he plays with a “nasty edge”.
“He’s done a really nice job here.” #Giants
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“We liked him where I came from (Buffalo),” Daboll added. “He’s what I thought he was when we evaluated him.”
The re-emergence of Lemieux is a pleasant development for the Giants, who have brought in an army of lineman this offseason. There is a growing sentiment that the team’s most glaring weakness the past decade could possibly turn into their biggest strength. | https://sports.yahoo.com/giants-brian-daboll-offers-praise-155522335.html?src=rss | 2022-06-02T17:09:02Z | https://sports.yahoo.com/giants-brian-daboll-offers-praise-155522335.html?src=rss | false | 2 |
RAPID CITY, S.D., June 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Property Meld, the leading residential property maintenance software company, announced today that it is partnering with PURE Property Management, the fastest growing residential property management and technology company in the U.S. Property Meld's automated software will make PURE property managers' workflow simpler through a seamless communications loop with their residents and vendors, vastly improving the speed and ability to respond to maintenance requests.
"The number one reason a tenant leaves a property is that they are dissatisfied with the maintenance experience. Property Meld's technology will make it easier for PURE's residents to report problems and speedier for our property managers to connect them with vendors, resulting in a quicker resolution," said Eric Wetherington, Vice President of Strategic Initiatives of PURE Property Management. "When maintenance requests are resolved with a timely response, residents tend to stay in their home longer and pay rent more consistently, resulting in lower vacancy rates and greatly increasing investor ROI."
The Property Meld platform is easily integrated and will be quickly deployed across the 15,000+ residential properties under PURE's management. With a vision to make the process of renting a home a simple and satisfying experience for all, the partnership aligns with PURE's commitment to tech-enabling its people and processes to deliver consistent, exceptional resident and homeowner experiences.
"PURE's vision to continue to drive a better rental experience with greater returns is something we feel very strongly about," said Ray Hespen, CEO and Co-founder of Property Meld. "We are very excited to partner and help them execute this vision in the property management industry."
Property Meld is a smart maintenance solution for property managers that provides efficiency and oversight for all your key players. From scheduling to follow-up, we streamline your entire maintenance process giving you the ability to manage more with less. It's time to increase revenue and resident satisfaction with Property Meld. For more information, visit www.propertymeld.com
PURE Property Management is the fastest growing profitable residential property management and technology company in the U.S. Led by a team of experienced industry professionals and seasoned technology innovators, PURE acquires residential property management companies and invests in their people and processes. By deploying technology and providing operational efficiencies, PURE creates simple and satisfying experiences for residents and investors, including institutional portfolio managers. For more information, visit https://purepm.co
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At the end of the latest market close, Lazydays Holdings Inc. (LAZY) was valued at $15.53. In that particular session, Stock kicked-off at the price of $15.54 while reaching the peak value of $18.55 and lowest value recorded on the day was $15.39. The stock current value is $17.78.Recently in News on May 31, 2022, KWM writes letter to LAZY board challenging directors to represent minority shareholders. The following is a statement issued by Dave Kanen, who serves as Managing Director at Kanen Wealth Management:. You can read further details here
Lazydays Holdings Inc. had a pretty Dodgy run when it comes to the market performance. The 1-year high price for the company’s stock is recorded $22.48 on 03/11/22, with the lowest value was $14.12 for the same time period, recorded on 05/24/22.
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Lazydays Holdings Inc. (LAZY) full year performance was -22.15%
Price records that include history of low and high prices in the period of 52 weeks can tell a lot about the stock’s existing status and the future performance. Presently, Lazydays Holdings Inc. shares are logging -30.82% during the 52-week period from high price, and 25.92% higher than the lowest price point for the same timeframe. The stock’s price range for the 52-week period managed to maintain the performance between $14.12 and $25.70.
The company’s shares, operating in the sector of Consumer Cyclical managed to top a trading volume set approximately around 853869 for the day, which was evidently higher, when compared to the average daily volumes of the shares.
When it comes to the year-to-date metrics, the Lazydays Holdings Inc. (LAZY) recorded performance in the market was -17.46%, having the revenues showcasing -5.68% on a quarterly basis in comparison with the same period year before. At the time of this writing, the total market value of the company is set at 242.87M, as it employees total of 1500 workers.
Market experts do have their say about Lazydays Holdings Inc. (LAZY)
During the last month, 0 analysts gave the Lazydays Holdings Inc. a BUY rating, 0 of the polled analysts branded the stock as an OVERWEIGHT, 0 analysts were recommending to HOLD this stock, 0 of them gave the stock UNDERWEIGHT rating, and 0 of the polled analysts provided SELL rating.
According to the data provided on Barchart.com, the moving average of the company in the 100-day period was set at 18.29, with a change in the price was noted -2.16. In a similar fashion, Lazydays Holdings Inc. posted a movement of -10.83% for the period of last 100 days, recording 181,171 in trading volumes.
Total Debt to Equity Ratio (D/E) can also provide valuable insight into the company’s financial health and market status. The debt to equity ratio can be calculated by dividing the present total liabilities of a company by shareholders’ equity. Debt to Equity thus makes a valuable metrics that describes the debt, company is using in order to support assets, correlating with the value of shareholders’ equity The total Debt to Equity ratio for LAZY is recording 1.14 at the time of this writing. In addition, long term Debt to Equity ratio is set at 0.06.
Technical breakdown of Lazydays Holdings Inc. (LAZY)
Raw Stochastic average of Lazydays Holdings Inc. in the period of last 50 days is set at 52.66%. The result represents downgrade in oppose to Raw Stochastic average for the period of the last 20 days, recording 63.10%. In the last 20 days, the company’s Stochastic %K was 36.44% and its Stochastic %D was recorded 26.55%.
Bearing in mind the latest performance of Lazydays Holdings Inc., several moving trends are noted. Year-to-date Price performance of the company’s stock appears to be encouraging, given the fact the metric is recording -17.46%. Additionally, trading for the stock in the period of the last six months notably deteriorated by -12.11%, alongside a downfall of -22.15% for the period of the last 12 months. The shares increased approximately by 21.12% in the 7-day charts and went up by -8.16% in the period of the last 30 days. Common stock shares were lifted by -5.68% during last recorded quarter. | https://investchronicle.com/2022/06/02/lazydays-holdings-inc-lazy-are-the-stars-lining-up-for-investors/ | 2022-06-02T17:09:56Z | https://investchronicle.com/2022/06/02/lazydays-holdings-inc-lazy-are-the-stars-lining-up-for-investors/ | false | 19675 |
150 Sea Scouts take to the water to celebrate 50th anniversary
- Credit: Sarah Lucy Brown
Some 150 Woodbridge sea scouts and volunteers celebrated the group's 50th anniversary out on the water in Woodbridge.
The group was founded in 1972, and to celebrate its 50th year, 100 members of the scouts, along with 50 volunteers, all took to the water as one big group.
They used various methods of boat, including kayaks, canoes, rafts, powerboats, pulling boats and sailing boats.
They also all retook their scout promise when they were out in the water, with all 150 renewing their promises in the sun.
The scouts also had a BBQ and were visited by some of the 1972 original members of the scouts, who spoke of their stories and memories to the current cohort.
Also in attendance was the Mayor of Woodbridge, Patrick Gillard, and Suffolk Coastal MP Therese Coffey.
Barrie Hayter, group scout leader, said: "It went really well.
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"All the kids had a lot of fun, the dignitaries got to hear about all the great things the scouts do and were very impressed with the organisation of it all.
"We would like to thank all the volunteers." | https://www.eadt.co.uk/news/150-sea-scouts-take-to-water-in-woodbridge-9012294 | 2022-06-02T17:10:37Z | https://www.eadt.co.uk/news/150-sea-scouts-take-to-water-in-woodbridge-9012294 | false | 1 |
Futures on US West Texas Intermediate Crude Oil retreated more than 2% on Thursday, as investors took profits following a recent rally, while speculation emerged that Saudi Arabia might step up oil production in response to calls from the United States.
“Investors unwound long positions to wait and see whether Saudi Arabia would raise production more quickly to respond to calls from the United States for it to do so, and whether the increase would affect the global supply-demand balance,” Tsuyoshi Ueno, senior economist at NLI Research Institute, was quoted as saying by Reuters.
According to a report by the Financial Times, citing knowledgeable sources, Saudi Arabia is ready to ramp up its oil output in case Russia’s production decreases substantially as a result of Western sanctions. Output increases slated for September could be brought forward to July and August, the media reported.
Other experts believe that OPEC+ members that are due to meet later on Thursday will introduce no changes to the group’s production policy.
According to Reuters, citing OPEC+ sources, major producers are likely to stick to modest monthly oil output increases despite lingering global supply tightness.
“We expect no surprise from OPEC+ as the group is unlikely to change their policy when Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov is visiting Saudi Arabia,” Kazuhiko Saito, chief analyst at Fujitomi Securities Co Ltd, said.
As of 8:05 GMT on Thursday WTI Crude Oil Futures were retreating 2.10% to trade at $112.84 per barrel. Earlier this week the black liquid went up as high as $119.98 per barrel, which has been its strongest price level since March 9th ($126.84 per barrel).
At the same time, Brent Oil Futures were losing 1.84% on the day to trade at $113.70 per barrel. Earlier this week Brent Oil went up as high as $124.08 per barrel, which has been its strongest price level since March 9th ($131.59 per barrel). | https://www.tradingpedia.com/2022/06/02/commodity-market-wti-crude-oil-falls-over-2-as-investors-take-profits-opec-meeting-in-focus/ | 2022-06-02T17:10:57Z | https://www.tradingpedia.com/2022/06/02/commodity-market-wti-crude-oil-falls-over-2-as-investors-take-profits-opec-meeting-in-focus/ | true | 1 |
TROY, Mich., June 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- BetterInvesting™, a nonprofit educational association founded in Detroit in 1951, will celebrate its 70th anniversary at its national convention in Dallas, June 23-26. And yes, we can do the math. Due to the pandemic, the 70th anniversary celebration was delayed by one year. But this year we're pulling out the stops with more than 60 classes for everyone from beginning to advanced investors, all at the Westin Dallas Park Central Hotel, 12720 Merit Drive, Dallas.
Attendees can pick and choose among a powerhouse sampler of classes on small-cap stocks, building a retirement portfolio, high-net-worth investing, investing in today's environment, dividend stocks, the technology sector, real estate investment trusts, estate planning, exchange-traded funds and much more. Notable keynote speakers are: Ralph Acampora, CMT, the "Godfather of Technical Analysis;" Spencer McGowan, president of McGowanGroup Asset Management; and Sam Stovall, chief investment strategist at CFRA.
BetterInvesting is based on tried and true investing principles that have withstood both bull markets and bear markets. As BetterInvesting's premier event, the convention is organized by the dedicated members of the BetterInvesting Volunteer Advisory Board. Knowledgeable volunteers join with well-known professionals to provide education for dozens of sessions discussing stock analysis, paying for college and other personal finance topics, mutual funds, portfolio management and numerous critical issues for today's investor. Courses are available for both the novice investor to the sophisticated trader. And in a special series of hands-on sessions, beginners can learn how to apply the time-tested BetterInvesting principles and use the association's analysis tools in evaluating stocks.
To learn more about the BetterInvesting National Convention (BINC) and link to the registration site, visit the convention homepage at: https://www.betterinvesting.org/binc-home
The convention is organized by the BetterInvesting Volunteer Advisory Board (BIVAB) and as such, all proceeds benefit BIVAB. Attendance at BINC helps support the mission of BIVAB and BetterInvesting by providing resources to local chapters and volunteers.
Saturday, June 25, is the free Public Day where attendees have a choice of seven courses, but one highlight will be Sam Stovall's keynote presentation: "Outlook 2022: Is It Time to Buy or Bail?," a discussion of "how stock market history can serve as virtual valium, soothing nervous investor's nerves." He will also offer profitable sector rotation recommendations.
Another leading event during Public Day is "Hot Topics in Investing," by Lori Schock, director of the Securities and Exchange Commission's Office of Investor Education and Advocacy.
Saturday's Public Day includes presentations by major companies in the Corporate Expo, along with door prizes. Public Day kicks off bright and early at 8 a.m. and continues all day long, with the last course choices starting at 4:15 p.m.
Register here for Public Day.
https://bincpublicday2022.eventbrite.com
Available for interviews:
Deane Jaeger: Longtime BetterInvesting volunteer.
Chair, 70th Annual BetterInvesting National Convention
Director, BetterInvesting Volunteer Advisory Board
Ken Zendel: CEO, NAIC/BetterInvesting
Bobbie Kincaid: Longtime BetterInvesting volunteer
Chair, BetterInvesting Volunteer Advisory Board
Media contact: Jan Jeffres at janj@betterinvesting.org
ABOUT BETTERINVESTING™: BetterInvesting, a national 501(c)(3) nonprofit, investment education organization, has been empowering everyday Americans since 1951. BetterInvesting, also known as the National Association of Investors Corporation® (NAIC®), has helped more than 5 million people from all walks of life learn how to improve their financial future. The association was borne of the conviction that anyone can become a successful lifelong stock investor by following sound, practical investing principles. BetterInvesting provides unbiased, in-depth investing education and powerful online stock analysis tools to create successful lifelong investors. BetterInvesting staff, along with a dedicated community of volunteers across America, teach the organization's principles and time-tested methodology to individuals and investment clubs.
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A new study conducted by the Open Property Group has revealed that northern cities sell up to 2000 detached houses annually, nearly ten times more than southern cities.
Using the latest house price statistics data, the housing specialists found that detached property sales in Leeds totalled 2,296 throughout the year of 2021, with Wakefield close behind with an average of 1,341 per year.
At the other end of scale, Cambridge and Oxford’s 2021 detached property sales were 152 and 154 respectively.
Speaking to James Limb, local property expert for Purple Bricks, he explained that detached houses in Leeds have become more attractive to buyers after the pandemic provoked a shift to working from home.
"Over the last two years I've sold an awful lot of lovely detached houses to people who have moved up from London or other surrounding areas," he said.
"It's because the workplace has changed for them. They no longer have to be in an office five days a week, they can be in there two days a month - Leeds with its rail connections, you can be in London's Kings Cross in two hours."
But it is not just the time and petrol saving that appeals to people now settling in the city; two years of working from the kitchen table has pushed people to consider what they value most in a property.
"One of the big drivers for people since the pandemic has been outdoor space," James went on to say.
"[Leeds] is absolutely beautiful and you've got the countryside right on your doorstep. I've seen a huge move away from cities and apartments and into places with gardens and privacy.
"There’s a change in what people want from life; if we go into another lockdown they want a house that they are comfortable sitting in, and also they now value their family more and want a house where they can host friends and family too."
It's properties like this three bedroom detached bungalow on Bower Road (pictured) that appeal to buyers, with a spacious garden and large living area ideal for family time, plus the benefit of a garage with off street parking for several cars.
With a guide price of £290,000, this delightful bungalow in the sought-after location of Cross Gates has some of the key features that make detached houses in Leeds all the more desirable.
Opting for bay windows, pitched roofs and limestone brickwork offers a level of consistency and durability in these newer builds, something that James believes sets the city apart from the rest.
"Leeds itself is an incredibly attractive city. Leeds [and Bradford] City Council are quite particular with the style of houses built and how they look to maintain the aesthetics of the city, which is absolutely brilliant," he said.
"It's a bonus - it gives you a good quality of houses."
Yet despite so many premium detached properties appearing on the market on a monthly basis, obtaining a comfortable family home has proven difficult for many first time buyers in recent years, with supply and demand for housing at an all-time high.
Emma Winterhalder, branch manager at Dacre, Son and Hartley, told the YEP that the pandemic plays a large part in why demand for detached housing has grown.
"I think there’s a shortage of detached houses, and houses generally, so the supply and demand is a huge issue and I think working from home plays a big factor in it.
"I think that because we have good rail networks, Leeds, York and Ilkely, people are thinking 'Actually, I can commute from certain places, and I can work from home'.
"Looking at schools as well, there are some good schools dotted around the Harrogate, Leeds and Ilkley area so we’re finding that is drawing people in."
Easy access to amenities has now become even more important to families looking to buy a home, with properties like this five bedroom detached house (pictured) in Whinmoor only a short drive away from local shops, schools and transport links.
The house itself also offers an enclosed garden for privacy as well as a large gated driveway with off street parking, making the property as practical as it is attractive.
Ultimately, the huge difference in sales of detached houses in the north versus the south boils down to two major factors: affordability and functionality.
Jason Harris-Cohen, managing director of the Open Property Group, acknowledged this: "Purchasers are lapping up the ability to buy a detached property somewhere in Leeds or Birmingham. For example, for the same price as a one-bedroom flat in parts of London or the Home Counties,” he said.
"“The government’s Northern Powerhouse project – its vision for a super-connected, globally-competitive northern economy – has allowed many northern cities to evolve quickly and the
advancements haven’t gone unnoticed.
"Increased opportunities and a lower cost of living in the North has turned the heads of many home movers, especially southerners, as prices have become unaffordable to upsize where they currently live and now have the flexibility to work remotely.” | https://www.yorkshireeveningpost.co.uk/lifestyle/homes-and-gardens/leeds-now-sells-ten-times-more-detached-houses-than-the-south-as-the-pandemic-drives-people-out-of-london-3716860 | 2022-06-02T17:12:31Z | https://www.yorkshireeveningpost.co.uk/lifestyle/homes-and-gardens/leeds-now-sells-ten-times-more-detached-houses-than-the-south-as-the-pandemic-drives-people-out-of-london-3716860 | true | 1 |
LONDON — Royal Air Force planes screaming through the skies, a military band on horseback, a ceremonial Irish wolfhound named Seamus.
Queen Elizabeth II's Platinum Jubilee kicked off Thursday with all the grandeur one would expect from this 1,000-year-old institution. But despite the lavish royal pageantry, there was only one star of the show for the flag-waving crowds lining the streets of the British capital on this warm June day.
There were doubts about how much of the country's four-day celebration its 96-year-old queen would manage to attend. On Thursday, she was greeted with rapturous cheers and applause as she made two smiling appearances on the famed Buckingham Palace balcony.
“I wouldn’t describe myself as particularly patriotic, but I do love the queen,” said Rob Gemson, 31, an information technology manager from Manchester, a city in northwest England, who joined thousands of spectators watching the day's proceedings on big screens in a nearby park. “Seventy years on the throne — nobody else has ever done that before, so it does feel very historic.”
Even for Britons usually ambivalent about the royals, many see this as an occasion to enjoy getting through the worst of the Covid-19 pandemic. Others are mindful of the queen's age and her recent health troubles — acutely aware there will be a finite number of these events left to celebrate the only monarch most have ever known.
And celebrate they did.
Thousands bearing Union Jack hats and masks of the queen gathered along the Mall, the wide avenue that links Buckingham Palace to the city, with die-hard royalists camping out days before to secure their spots.
The sheer size of the crowds meant that many missed the queen’s two brief appearances. “She is 96, we should cut her a bit of slack,” said Paul Clifton, a radiographer from Staffordshire in England, as he stood near Buckingham Palace in a Union Jack-themed suit and black top hat. “It’s just so busy. This is the busiest we have seen it in years.”
Clifton, 35, and his friend Louise D’Costa, who lives in London, arrived early and managed to get a front-row spot along the parade route. They came for the “pomp and ceremony” of it all, he said, but also to enjoy the atmosphere of people from around the country and the world able to come together after two difficult years.
While some traveled all the way from the United States, Canada and elsewhere to honor the queen, messages also poured in from world leaders and other figures, including Pope Francis. President Joe Biden paid tribute to the queen's “selfless devotion and service,” while former President Barack Obama noted her “grace and generosity” and said her life had been a “gift” not just to the United Kingdom, but also to the world.
Thursday is the start of a long weekend and public holiday to celebrate the queen’s 70-year reign.
After dark, more than 1,500 beacons will be lighted across Britain and overseas to cap the opening day of events. On Friday, there will be a service of thanksgiving at St. Paul’s Cathedral. Saturday will see a concert at the palace, and Sunday will feature nationwide street parties before the events close with the Platinum Jubilee Pageant, a four-part festival of celebrity-packed music and theater.
In a break with tradition, the jubilee began with younger royal generations taking center stage.
First, Kate, the Duchess of Cambridge, and her three children, Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis, were whisked past the crowds in a horse-drawn carriage. Then, Prince Charles, Prince William and Princess Anne arrived on horseback to inspect the regiments involved in Trooping the Color, a military parade that has been held for more than 260 years to mark the monarch’s ceremonial summer birthday.
When the queen finally did appear, she seemed to take spectators and even broadcasters by surprise with an understated entrance onto the Buckingham Palace balcony.
She came out wearing a light blue hat and coat adorned with a brooch, as well as her now ever-present walking stick, necessary because of her "episodic mobility problems," according to the palace. The queen, later reappeared with a pair of sunglasses, joined on the balcony by Charles, his wife, Camilla, the Duchess of Cornwall, William and Kate and their three children — the youngest of whom stole a little of the limelight for himself.
They weren't the only ones to watch the flypast by the Royal Air Force.
Communities across London and southeast England felt their houses shake as a line of helicopters, World War II-era Spitfires and high-tech jets tore low under the fluffy summer clouds — the display culminating in a red, white and blue vapor trail and fighter jets spelling out a large “70” over the capital.
It was one of many unions of the past, present and future employed to mark an occasion that also offered a chance for the country to take stock.
"When we saw the queen coming out on the balcony, it was the same as it's always been, yet really, really different," royal commentator Daisy McAndrew told NBC News. "This was a new Trooping the Color, which showed her increasing age," she said, "but there was still continuity, and I thought it was a really clever way that they changed the event to suit her."
Not everyone was on the balcony, however. Absent was the queen's grandson Prince Harry and his wife, Meghan, the Duchess of Sussex, as well as Charles' brother Prince Andrew — a reminder of the scandals that had buffeted the royals in the buildup to this celebration of its much-loved figurehead.
In a written message to mark the occasion, the queen urged her country to "look to the future with confidence and enthusiasm.”
On Thursday, that enthusiasm was centered squarely on her.
“We absolutely love the queen,” said Jenny Parris, 50, who was with her sister, Carol, who had flown in from South Africa just for the occasion. Both were wearing rubber masks of the queen's face and carrying around a toy corgi, the queen's favorite dog breed.
"This is our history, this is part of our national pride," Parris added. "A platinum jubilee is something that the next few generations won’t see in their lifetimes.” | https://www.nbcnews.com/news/world/queen-elizabeth-platinum-jubilee-britain-balcony-flyover-parade-rcna31603 | 2022-06-02T17:13:05Z | https://www.nbcnews.com/news/world/queen-elizabeth-platinum-jubilee-britain-balcony-flyover-parade-rcna31603 | false | 1 |
Dollar stable at Tk92 as BB withdraws uniform exchange rate
Bangladesh Bank Spokesperson Md Serajul Islam said several teams have been assigned to monitor the banks and oversee the foreign currency exchange of the banks
The exchange rate of the US dollar remained stable at Tk92 on Thursday as most banks settled LCs at the rate after the Bangladesh Bank earlier in the morning asked them to quote the dollar rate based on market demand instead of the prescribed exchange rate.
The exchange rate was above Tk95 on Wednesday.
Asked what prompted the authorities to withdraw the uniform exchange rate, Md Serajul Islam, executive director and spokesperson of the Bangladesh Bank, told TBS, "The decision has been taken considering a decrease in remittance inflow through formal channels and the plight of exporters.
"The rate has been left to be fixed according to the market price to give priority to the foreign currency earners amid the volatile condition of the international market."
Banks behaved very rationally in dollar transactions on the day, said a senior treasury manager of a private bank.
LC payments became stagnant after the Bangladesh Bank set the uniform rate, but normalcy returned soon after the fixed rate was lifted, he said. Dollar pressure was also down, he added.
Earlier, leaders of the Association of Bankers, Bangladesh (ABB) held a Zoom meeting with all top executives and treasury heads of banks on Thursday morning.
At the meeting, ABB leaders called bankers to behave rationally in dollar selling for the sake of the country, according to bankers.
When contacted, Selim RF Hussain, chairman of the ABB and managing director of Brac Bank, said inter-bank transactions – the main liquidity source of foreign currency for banks – stopped after the central had introduced a uniform exchange rate, which is very dangerous for the banking industry. This is because, he said, if interbank transactions remain halted, any bank can default on foreign payment at any time, which will cause the country to earn a seriously bad reputation in the international market.
In this situation, bankers are working with the Bangladesh Bank to stabilise the market by lifting the uniform exchange rate, he mentioned.
He also said initially the rate may remain high but it will come down soon when banks will be comfortable with the new situation.
"From now on, the dollar rate will be set based on supply and demand. If demand is higher than supply, the rate will be higher."
He expressed hope that the rate would get stable at a lower rate soon.
On Wednesday evening, ABB leaders met the Bangladesh Bank governor and convinced him to lift the uniform exchange rate system.
Earlier, on Sunday, the Bangladesh Bank unofficially set the import LC settlement rate at Tk89.15 per dollar and the interbank exchange rate at Tk89.
However, the rate was ignored by most banks as the gap between the open market rate of the greenbacks and the LC settlement rate was more than Tk5.
Moreover, the wide gap between the official rate and the open market rate encouraged remitters to send money home through illegal channels, causing the country's remittance earnings to fall.
Amid this situation, the central bank lifted the uniform exchange rate on Sunday, only three days after its introduction.
Bangladesh Bank Spokesperson Md Serajul Islam said several teams have been assigned to monitor the banks and oversee the foreign currency exchange of the banks.
Asked if the lifting of the dollar rate cap would affect inflation, he said inflation is also on the rise in other parts of the world.
"We are not out of the system. However, inflation can be controlled with some tools other than the dollar price. We are currently monitoring the situation and further action will be taken accordingly," he said.
In May, Bangladesh's remittance receipts fell 13% year-on-year to $1.88 billion, according to the Bangladesh Bank.
Also, inward remittances in the first 11 months of the current fiscal year declined by 16% to $19.18 billion compared to the same period of the last year.
Meanwhile, the country's export growth was 34.56% year-on-year in July-April when import growth was 41.42% during the period. But, exports increased 23.24% to $3.83 billion in May, according to the latest data.
A top executive of the Bangladesh Bank said they have realised that a uniform exchange rate will not work as foreign exchange houses, which are not under their control, are selling dollars at higher prices.
For instance, Western Union that has the largest network for receiving remittances is selling the US dollar to banks at higher rates than the official rate. And they are not bound to follow the Bangladesh Bank's official rate, he said.
Amid this situation, the fixed exchange rate put pressure on the forex reserve as the Bangladesh Bank was getting huge requirements from banks for selling US dollars at the official rate, he said, adding that as a result, the reserves were shrinking fast.
The Bangladesh Bank in the last two weeks sold around $1.5 billion to banks.
The total dollar selling by the central bank crossed $6 billion this fiscal till Thursday.
On the other hand, the foreign exchange reserves stood at $42.11 billion on 1 June, central bank data show. | https://www.tbsnews.net/economy/banking/dollar-stable-tk92-bb-withdraws-uniform-exchange-rate-432046 | 2022-06-02T17:13:19Z | https://www.tbsnews.net/economy/banking/dollar-stable-tk92-bb-withdraws-uniform-exchange-rate-432046 | true | 1 |
NEW YORK, June 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- TGM announced today the mortgage refinancing of six multifamily properties within one of TGM's institutional separate account portfolios.
This portfolio includes properties located in St. Petersburg, FL, Boca Raton, FL, Sarasota, FL, South Lawrence, MA, Naperville, IL and Manassas, VA totaling 1,989 units.
Each property is strategically positioned in a market and submarket that continues to exhibit strong and improving positive market pressure characteristics. Each property is within immediate proximity to numerous employment, dining, retail, and entertainment options providing residents with convenient access to a live, work, play environment.
Each property received a Green Globes Certification in recognition of their green efficiency and sustainability. These certifications helped TGM secure competitive borrowing terms from Fannie Mae. The refinancing opportunity was originated by Team Edelson at Walker & Dunlop.
Founded in 1991, TGM is an investment advisory firm organized to provide an integrated suite of asset and property management services to its investors through a series of fully integrated operating companies. Through its vertically and horizontally integrated operating companies, TGM specializes in acquisitions, property management, leasing, construction, property maintenance and asset management services. An affiliate of TGM provides property management services under the brand TGM Communities. As of December 31, 2021, TGM has invested in 139 multifamily properties throughout 28 states.
To learn more about TGM please contact John Gochberg, Managing Principal and Chief Executive Officer. Phone: (212) 830-9312, E-mail: jgochberg@TGMAssociates.com
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New Research, Representing 33,000 Plan Sponsor Clients, Highlights Insights and Retirement Plan Trends
BALTIMORE, June 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- T. Rowe Price released today findings from its latest Defined Contribution Consultant Research Study. In partnership with Schaus Group, T. Rowe Price surveyed 32 defined contribution (DC) consultants and advisory firms—that provide services to more than 33,000 plan sponsor clients and report nearly $7.2 trillion in assets under advisement—to look at marketplace trends and factors driving plan sponsor decisions.
"The retirement ecosystem is changing rapidly, and we find the consulting and advisory community evolving their businesses to address both obstacles and new opportunities", said Michael Davis, Head of Defined Contribution plan specialists, and former Deputy Assistant Secretary of the U.S. Department of Labor. "This survey combines insights from across the DC platform at T. Rowe Price with survey data provided by the consultant and advisor community. The Schaus Group was a great partner in bringing together this research, which provides new perspectives on how consultants and advisors are working alongside their plan sponsor clients to help participants prepare for retirement and seek broader financial well-being."
Survey results revealed key themes, including greater insight into Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) adoption, support for the continued evolution of target date investments and retirement income solutions, and growing interest in financial wellness programs, especially in response to the COVID pandemic.
While there is broad interest in ESG, the majority of consultants report plan sponsors are looking for further clarity on the Department of Labor (DOL) proposed guidelines before making ESG investments a part of DC plan investment options. With respect to implementation of ESG, 40% of study respondents indicated preference for actively-managed ESG investment strategies; only 10% said passive ESG investment strategies were preferable. Additionally, respondents indicated that more detailed ESG screening, reporting, and monitoring should be provided by investment providers.
With respect to target date solutions, consultants strongly support an increased focus on Collective Investment Trust (CIT) based target dates and the pursuit of blend solutions that deliver the benefits of both active and passive investment management. Of note, these cost containment trends received greater support than simply increasing the use of passive investment management.
When looking at features that could strengthen the trend of participants remaining in their DC plans postretirement, lower cost for comparable investments versus a rollover IRA, flexibility in drawing down assets, and investment solutions that generate income were ranked highest.
Consultants also report simple systematic withdrawal capabilities as the most appealing retirement income solution despite limitations. However, multi-asset investment solutions—managed accounts with income planning features and target date investments with embedded managed payout features—follow closely behind.
Addressing greater financial wellness, 76% of consultants report that plan sponsors signaled greater interest in emergency savings, and 60% report greater interest in debt management. In contrast, most respondents reported fewer than 25% of their plan sponsor clients currently offer emergency savings programs. More positively, 83% of plan consultants expect this figure to increase in the next three to five years.
Additionally, consultants are seeing plan sponsors evaluate investment managers' diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) baseline reports to satisfy basic due diligence. However, further integration of DE&I information into plan and investment decisions may require evolution, as only 31% of plan sponsors are using DE&I information to actively drive decisions on new investment options.
"We are pleased to have released this new iteration of the Defined Contribution Consultant Research Study with T. Rowe Price," said Stacy Schaus, founder and CEO of Schaus Group. "This study allows the industry to delve deeper into critical topics and themes in the retirement market and spotlight important views from consultants and advisory firms that have capacity to shape how employer sponsored retirement plans might adapt from here."
The Defined Contribution Research Study was conducted at the end of 2021 during the continued coronavirus pandemic. The executive summary is available here.
The 2021 Defined Contribution Research Study was conducted by T. Rowe price in partnership with Schaus Group. The study population includes 32 defined contribution consulting surveyed from September 20, 2021, through November 8, 2021. You may visit troweprice.com/dcio and refer to the 2021 Defined Contribution Research Study material for highlights from this study. Participating firms also received a custom report comparing their firm's responses to the aggregate responses. For questions, please contact your T. Rowe price representative.
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SPACE MONSTER WANGMAGWI: Long Lost Korean Monster Movie Acquired by SRS Cinema
This is cool. Casual big monster movie fans are forgiven if they only associate a particular country in Asia with the genre. It is easy to be overshadowed by that powerhouse and the number of films it churned out over the decades.
There are, as it was described by SRS Cinema's Avery Battles, golden fleeces, films thought long lost and gone forever. Space Monster Wangmagwi, a 1967 South Korean kaiju film directed by Kwon Hyeok-jin is such a film. It had no international releases and was considered long lost until it magically showed up at Korean Film Archive screenings.
Space Monster Wangmagwi was the second giant monster film to be made in South Korea. Reportedly it features a space variation on the plot to King Kong.
Distributor SRS Cinema has licensed North American home media rights to the Golden Fleece of obscure unreleased kaiju films!Outside of the 1930s Japanese King Kongs, the original DAIBUTSU KAIKOKU, and the 1962 version of BULGASARI (Pulgasari), which are all considered lost films... the Korean production SPACE MONSTER WANGMAGWI (우주괴인 왕마귀, Ujugoein Wangmagwi, 1967) is the most sought after of obscure unreleased kaiju movies. It was thought lost for decades until the Korean Film Archive recently held a few festival screenings in their home country.Directed by Gwon Hyeok-jin (THE SWORDSMAN), this sci-fi film depicts the arrival of a gigantic space creature named Wangmagwi (Big Devil) who plans to conquer the Earth. Landing in Korea, the alien goes on a rampage of destruction.Up until now SPACE MONSTER WANGMAGWI has never been released anywhere in the world on physical or digital media. After years of attempts by various companies to obtain this obscure gem, the persistence of Ron Bonk and Avery Guerra finally paid off! SRS Cinema is proud to announce that they have secured North American distribution for the film with plans to release SPACE MONSTER WANGMAGWI in limited editions this August or September.Visit http://www.srscinema.com/ in the coming months for updates on the release of SPACE MONSTER WANGMAGWI. And be sure to check out SRS Cinema's previous Korean kaiju release; 1984's WAR OF THE GOD MONSTERS (비천괴수, Bicheongoesu), available now on Blu-ray, DVD and VHS. SciFi Japan
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Bannsiders bolstered by O'Mahony arrival
Jack O'Mahony has joined Coleraine on a two-year deal. Picture: David Cavan/Coleraine FC
Coleraine have confirmed the capture of Jack O'Mahony.
A free agent after leaving Glenavon, the attacking midfielder will become Oran Kearney's first arrival of the summer when the transfer window opens after penning a two-year deal at The Showgrounds.
The Randalstown native made the breakthrough to the first-team at Mourneview Park and managed to make 76 appearances for Gary Hamilton's side, netting seven times in the process.
The former Northern Ireland under-21 international also spent time on loan at H&W Welders earlier in his career and scored against the Bannsiders for Glenavon earlier this season.
Coleraine boss Kearney spoke of his excitement at landing the 22-year-old's signature.
"We are delighted to get Jack on board," he said.
"I think for us in particular, there's going to be elements of change this summer and elements of what we want it to look like moving forward.
"Jack is young, fresh, energetic, technically very good and ticks a huge amount of boxes in relation to what we look for in a player.
"He's extremely versatile as well, at international level he's possibly played more as a right-back but at club level he has played all across midfield in a range of different positions.
"It's all of those aspects that attracted us towards him."
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Gift cards were at the center of another recent scam, this time taking advantage of a Saline County woman.
Saline County Undersheriff Brent Melander tells KSAL News that on May 22nd, a 69-year-old woman reported that she was the victim of a scam.
A person claiming they were with Publishers Clearing House had contacted the victim on Facebook. They said the woman could collect her $100,000 “winnings” as long as she sent them gift cards.
The victim complied, buying $1,900 in gift cards across a few locations in Salina and gave the person the information to the cards.
Melander said once the victim realized what had happened and reported the incident to police, the scammer’s information was deleted from Facebook. As a result, Melander said there’s not a lot law enforcement can do to help.
The Saline County Sheriff’s Office wants to remind everyone, including employees of businesses that sell gift cards, to beware of this ongoing type of scam. If someone asks for gift cards to complete some sort of transaction, it is most likely a scam. | https://www.ksal.com/saline-county-woman-scammed/ | 2022-06-02T17:16:38Z | https://www.ksal.com/saline-county-woman-scammed/ | true | 1 |
Gibbs-White’s contract with Wolves expires in the summer of 2024 but he has been offered a new one by the Midlands club.
However, the midfielder is stalling talks and Wolves fear that they may have to sanction his departure over the summer.
Apart from the Tricky Trees, Crystal Palace and Southampton are also interested in Gibbs-White, while he has also been linked with Italian giants AC Milan.
However, Nottingham Forest are of the belief that they have a significant edge over other suitors due to the relationship between the Wolves star and Cooper.
Cooper led England to Under-17s World Cup glory back in 2017 and Gibbs-White was part of the Young Lions squad.
The midfielder also played under Cooper at Swansea in the 2020/21 season, although he managed only six appearances as his campaign was plagued by a foot injury.
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John Lyons, avid NASCAR fan
John is survived by his wife of 61 years, Louise Lyons, also of Millsboro; as well as his three children: John E. Lyons (Ellen Lyons), Michael Lyons and Catherine Lyons. He is...
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House preparing gun legislation after mass shootings in Texas, New York
The House is swiftly working to put its stamp on gun legislation in response to mass shootings in Texas and New York by 18-year-old assailants who used semi-automatic rifles to kill 31 people, including 19 children.
Partisan positions were clear at a Judiciary Committee hearing Thursday on legislation that would raise the age limit for purchasing semi-automatic rifles from 18 to 21. The bill also would make it a federal offense to import, manufacture or possess large-capacity magazines and would create a grant program to buy back such magazines.
Video above: President Biden sees chance of rational GOP approach on guns
It builds on the administration's executive action banning fast-action "bump-stock" devices and "ghost guns" that are assembled without serial numbers.
The Democratic legislation, called the Protecting Our Kids Act, was quickly added to the legislative docket after last week's school shooting in Uvalde, Texas. A vote by the full House could come as early as next week.
However, with Republicans nearly all in opposition, the House action will mostly be symbolic, merely putting lawmakers on record about gun control ahead of this year's elections. The Senate is taking a different course, with a bipartisan group striving toward a compromise on gun safety legislation that can win enough GOP support to become law. Those talks are making "rapid progress," according to Sen. Susan Collins of Maine, one of the Republican negotiators.
Rep. Jerrold Nadler of New York, the Democratic chairman of the House Judiciary Committee, defended his chamber's proposals Thursday as popular with most Americans. He dismissed Republican criticism.
"You say that it is too soon to take action? That we are 'politicizing' these tragedies to enact new policies?" Nadler said. "It has been 23 years since Columbine. Fifteen years since Virginia Tech. Ten years since Sandy Hook. Seven years since Charleston. Four years since Parkland and Santa Fe and Tree of Life Synagogue in Pittsburgh."
"Too soon? My friends, what the hell are you waiting for?"
Rep. Jim Jordan of Ohio, the ranking Republican on the committee, said no one wants another tragedy. But he insisted the House bill would do nothing to stop mass shootings.
"We need to get serious about understanding why this keeps happening. Democrats are always fixated on curtailing the rights of law-abiding citizens rather than trying to understand why this evil happens," Jordan said. "Until we figure out the why, we will always mourn losses without facing the problem. Our job is to figure out the why."
A chief feature of the House bill requires those buying semi-automatic weapons to be at least 21. Only six states require someone to be at least 21 years old to buy rifles and shotguns. The shooters in Uvalde and Buffalo, New York, both were 18 and used an AR-15-style weapon.
Rep. Steve Cohen, D-Tenn., said that it should be a red flag when an 18-year-old wants to buy “an assault weapon."
“That’s what they want on their 18th birthday is an assault weapon? They’ve got a problem, which means we’ve got a problem, which means those 19 kids and their parents and those two teachers have a problem, forever," Cohen said, referring to the victims in Uvalde.
Rep. Dan Bishop, R-N.C., pointed to a U.S. appeals court ruling last month, however, that found California’s ban on the sale of semiautomatic weapons to adults under 21 unconstitutional.
“I can tell you this, and let me be clear, you are not going to bully your way to stripping Americans of fundamental rights,” Bishop said.
The hearing featured emotional pleas from Democratic lawmakers for Congress to respond to the mass shootings after years of gridlock on gun issues, one of the most riveting coming from Rep. Lucy McBath of Georgia.
She recalled how her son, Jordan, was shot and killed at a gas station by a man who complained about the loud music he was listening to. She said she dreams of who he would have become. She said racial bias led to his death and those of 10 Black Americans in Buffalo last month and is “being replayed with casual callousness and despicable frequency" in the United States.
“We all understand that the murder of our children cannot continue,” McBath said. “And we have solutions that a majority of American people believe in. They are common-sense compromises that will keep American children alive.”
Any legislative response to the Uvalde and Buffalo shootings will have to get through the evenly divided Senate, where support from at least 10 Republicans would be needed to advance the measure to a final vote. A group of senators has been working privately this week in hopes of finding a consensus.
Ideas under discussion include expanding background checks for gun purchases and incentivizing red-flag laws that allow family members, school officials and others to go into court and secure orders requiring the police to seize guns from people considered threats to themselves or others.
The broader bipartisan group of almost 10 senators talked again Wednesday — "a very productive call," said Sen. Richard Blumenthal, D-Conn., in an interview.
"There's a tenor and tone, as well as real substantive discussion that seems different," he said.
Blumenthal has been working with a Republican member of the group, Sen. Lindsey Graham of South Carolina, on a proposal to send resources to the states for red-flag laws. He said he was "excited and encouraged" by the response from the group.
"It really is time for our Republican colleagues to put up or shut up," Blumenthal said. "We've been down this road before."
President Joe Biden was asked Wednesday if he was confident Congress would take action on gun legislation.
"I served in Congress for 36 years. I'm never confident, totally," Biden said. "It depends, and I don't know. I've not been in on the negotiations as they're going on right now."
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SILVER SPRING, Md., June 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration launched a new initiative, Supplement Your Knowledge, to help educate, inform, and broaden consumer, educator and healthcare professional understanding of dietary supplements. More than half of all Americans take dietary supplements daily or on occasion. Today's Supplement Your Knowledge resources will provide reliable information about the potential benefits and risks associated with dietary supplements, such as vitamins, minerals, and herbs, they may consume.
"Dietary supplements can be valuable to your health but taking some supplements can also involve health risks. It's important for consumers to have a comprehensive understanding about dietary supplements as well as the ability to identify and safely use supplements that are beneficial to their health," said Douglas Stearn, Deputy Director for Regulatory Affairs in the FDA's Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition. "These Supplement Your Knowledge resources will help provide consumers and healthcare professionals with facts to make informed decisions when determining if they want to use or recommend dietary supplements."
Every day, millions of Americans take dietary supplements for a variety of reasons, whether recommended by their healthcare professional or on their own. Some supplements can help consumers meet their daily requirements of essential nutrients or help improve or maintain their overall health. But dietary supplements may also come with health risks, so it's important to stay informed. As part of the FDA's ongoing efforts to build awareness around dietary supplements, Supplement Your Knowledge includes the following materials:
- For consumers: Public education videos and fact sheets with important information about dietary supplements, including how they are regulated and potential benefits and risks. These materials are also a helpful resource when talking to a physician, nurse, dietitian, pharmacist, or other healthcare professional before taking a dietary supplement.
- For educators: Teenagers can be particularly vulnerable targets for misunderstanding what dietary supplements are, and they are often unaware of the potential benefits and adverse effects dietary supplements can have on their bodies. To help high school students evaluate the accuracy and credibility of information they may see and hear about dietary supplements, the FDA has developed Science and Our Food Supply: Examining Dietary Supplements (2021 Edition). This curriculum aligns with current national education standards and supports educators seeking Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) activities for their classrooms. This curriculum can be customized to science, health, and other related classes.
- For healthcare professionals: The FDA, in collaboration with the American Medical Association (AMA), has developed a continuing medical education (CME) program to help physicians and other healthcare professionals understand how dietary supplements are regulated, provide information to patients on their use, and recognize and report adverse events to the FDA. This free CME program includes three videos and companion education materials and is available on the FDA's Healthcare Professionals website. Interested physicians can also access these materials at no cost and earn 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit on the AMA Ed Hub.
The FDA advises consumers to talk to their doctor, pharmacist, or other healthcare professional before deciding to purchase or use any dietary supplement. One reason for this recommendation is because some supplements might interact with medicines or other supplements. If a consumer thinks that a product might have caused a reaction or an illness, they should immediately stop using the product and contact their healthcare professional. The FDA also encourages consumers and healthcare professionals to report adverse reactions associated with FDA-regulated products to the agency using the Safety Reporting Portal.
Public health and safety regarding dietary supplement use are matters of great importance to the FDA. Supplement Your Knowledge is part of the agency's plan of action to arm individuals with helpful information to make informed decisions about the use of dietary supplements. Help spread the word about this important initiative by using the FDA's Dietary Supplements Social Media Toolkit and find additional information on dietary supplements at www.fda.gov/dietarysupplements.
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The best champagnes for under £35: delicious fizz for less
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There are, of course, many other parts of the world that produce top notch sparkling wines but, regardless of taste, the mere fact a bottle of Champagne has the world’s most famous wine region printed on the label is enough to elevate it a notch or two.
This prestige tends to come at a price, but there are bargains to be had – so what should you be looking for in a Champagne that punches above its price weight?
What marks out a good Champagne?
Dawn Davies is a Master of Wine, Head Buyer at The Whisky Exchange and also Show Manager of the Champagne Show, so knows her way around a bottle of bubbles.
The first thing she points us towards is its autolytic character, which she explains is “the brioche / yeasty / toasty notes that indicate the wine has been aged on the lees for an extended period of time.”
After resting on the lees the yeast cells start to break down, a process known as autolysis, and you can get an indication of how long each product has spent on the lees by looking at the label. Champagne NV has to be aged for a minimum of 15 months whereas Vintage is a minimum of three years.
Bubbles should be bubbly - but what kind of bubbles?
Another key distinguishing feature is bubble structure. “For me a good Champagne should have a pretty fine bead and not feel aggressive when it hits your palate,” Dawn explains. “The bubbles should dance across your palate rather than come crashing in like a bunch of bouncy balls.”
As with all good wines, Champagne should have complexity of flavour and a long finish. As Dawn points out, “the more you have to think about it the better it is. Do you keep going back to it to discover more things?”
And finally, with other nations upping their game in the quality of their sparkling wines, Dawn reminds us that Champagne should have a flavour that is distinctive to the region. As she tells us “does it have a sense of place? You should be able to taste a Champagne and know it is Champagne.
Non-vintage Champagne has reserve wines in it which most non-Champagnes don’t – these reserve wines are from previous vintages so will add some complexity to the wine.”
For all the wine making excellence in the rest of the world, including England, it’s the pedigree, history and generations of wine-making expertise that still help maintain Champagne’s position as the most celebrated sparkling wine.
For this list Dawn has selected a few of her Champagne recommendations, and we’ve also sought the expertise of some other Champagne enthusiasts, besides sipping our way through some notable examples ourselves. So the next to you feel the urge to splurge on a bottle of Champagne, you can do so without breaking the bank.
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Xavier Alexandre Brut NV Champagne
This Champagne comes from a ‘small grower’ (a ‘grower’ is someone who grows the grapes and produces the Champagne without buying any grapes in) in the Vallee de Marne.
It’s a blend of Meunier, Chardonnay and Pinot Noir grapes grown in the Marne villages that has been cellar-aged for five years.
With fine bubbles and a creamy foam, Dawn describes it as a “delicate fresh Champagne that has lovely floral notes and a nice savoury edge.” One to enjoy with seafood.
Gallimard Les Riceys Cuvee Reserve
This Champagne is made in the less well known region of Aube, in the southern part of the Champagne producing area that’s close to the border with Burgundy.
Produced by the Gallimard family, who have been making their own Champagne for close to a century, this is made exclusively from the red Pinot Noir grapes.
It features lovely ripe red fruits with notes of toasted brioche and oranges. It’s a good, light Champagne that really over delivers for the price point.
Pierre Legras Champagne Orior Brut NV
Orior Brut is the original signature Champagne of Pierre Legras which, according to their website, “symbolises blending.
A veritable aromatic mosaic, it takes you on a journey through our immemorial land, an alliance of our different vineyards.”
Now into its eleventh generation of family management, Pierre Legras Champagne has some considerable history attached to it and their expertise at winemaking and managing their Cotes des Blancs vineyards makes it deliver, despite the weight of expectation presented by the website.
Dawn Davies notes that the wine is made from predominantly Chardonnay grapes which “gives the Champagne elegance and lovely lifted orchard and citrus fruits.”
Ideal as an aperitif it will kick-start any occasion in fine style.
Amethyste Brut Louis Barthelemy
When it comes to pairing Champagne with food, you’ll find fish the most commonly recommended accompaniment, so for our best-with-food category we sought an opinion from one of the best seafood chefs in the business, Mitch Tonks of the Rockfish restaurants.
His choice is Amethyste Brut Louis Barthelemy. “It’s a small family owned estate, 30% Chardonnay, 50% pinot Noir and the balance pinot Meunieur. Light golden in colour, it’s really fresh and crisp. A fabulous Champagne for the money, pair it with seafood and you have quite an experience on your hands.”
Tribaut-Schloesser Brut Origine Champagne
John Critchley is a drinks importer with Manchester’s Morgenrot and one of his jobs is to sniff out wines he thinks will be a hit with UK consumers. “The first thing I look for in Champagne is a smaller producer” he tells us.
“People who make their wines from their own vines. It guarantees a quality and freshness that you don’t necessarily find in a Grande Marque.”
John has picked out Tribaut-Schloesser as a Champagne that deserves your attention, and its Brut Origine as a star buy, with the wine ageing for 30 months on the lees.
It’s a small business with vineyards dotted around the clay-limestone slopes of the Marne Valley and Montage de Reims. “This is one of the reasons we love Tribaut so much” confirms John.
“100% family owned and everything they make is produced from their own vineyards. They’re also moving to full organic status from 2024, so this is definitely an estate to watch.”
Taittinger Nocturne Sec NV Demi
If you’re in the mood for trying out a new Champagne without shelling out on the cost of a full bottle then look out for some of the half (demi) bottles available.
Dating back to 1734, Taittinger is one of the most famous wine names in France (also look out for its first English wine to be launched in 2023), and in Nocturne they have an exceptionally good wine that has been aged on the lees for at least four years.
It has fine bubbles and a soft, creamy texture and although it smells fresh and fruity there’s also a mature ripeness to it that gives it the whiff of wealth. The rich flavours make it an excellent Champagne to enjoy at the end of a meal, and this diminutive bottle will stop you from getting too carried away into the night.
Heidsieck and Co. Monopole “Gold Top” Champagne
Champagne isn’t just for sipping on its own – it’s also used to make some of the most luxurious cocktails around.
Our favourite is the Kir Royale, a simple affair that involves pouring a small amount of creme de cassis (blackcurrant liqueur) into a flute and topping up with Champagne.
So to find out what sub-£35 bottle we should use for the topping-up part we consulted Jo Hilditch of White Heron, producers of the deliciously excellent British Cassis.
Jo has picked out Heidsieck and Co Monopole ‘Gold Top’, from a Champagne house well renowned for its great value, and a wine that has been aged for up to ten years. The ‘Gold Top’ name refers to the high quality of the bubbles, something that immediately appeals to Jo.
“We think the bubbles are just right for a Kir Royale” she tells us. “It’s quite sparkly and the slightly fragrant, rich flavours of the Gold Top compliment the rich blackcurrant of British Cassis.”
Moët & Chandon Impérial Brut Champagne
When there’s a big celebration afoot, such as a wedding, and whether you’re supplying guests or giving bubbly as a gift, flashing a bottle from one of the most famous names in Champagne will go down well with everyone.
Moët & Hennesey is one of Les Garandes Marques (24 Champagne houses who have formed a syndication to remind everyone of their greatness) and is synonymous with luxury, making everyone who sips it feel like they’re a little bit special.
This Brut Imperial release retails close to £40 at full price, but look out for special offers and you’ll often see it sneaking in at under £35 in several retailers.
It’s fresh and floral with a slight acidic snap of green apples and some fruity, brioche richness that shows its maturity. They’ve been making this Champagne since 1869, proving that this is a quality wine with pedigree.
Veuve Monisigny III Champagne Brut
As this list shows, there’s plenty of choice for Champagnes under £35. But can you find quality at under £15? Thanks to Aldi’s savvy buyers, the answer is yes.
The budget supermarket has been scooping up no end of awards for its wines of late, and this bottle from Champagne house Philizot et Fils is one with heaps of accolades to its name.
It’s delicate, fruity and has those all important brioche flavours you would expect from a decent Champagne.
It’s the kind of wine you can get carried away with, merrily sipping through a few glasses, with or without food, until you suddenly realise you’ve emptied the bottle. A top notch tipple – and at this price we suggest you load up now for Christmas.
M&S Delacourt Cuvee Rose Champagne Brut
There are plenty of folk who prefer their fizz to be pink, and although the Champagne region produces plenty of fine rosés, finding one on a budget can be a little trickier.
Bargain hunters can again look towards Aldi’s Veuve Monsigny but we’ve plumped for Delacourt Cuvee Rosé Champagne Brut, from the posher aisles in M&S.
Using the three most common Champagne grape varieties – Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier and Chardonnay – it is contact with the skin of the first two that gives the rosé both its salmon pink colour and the instant hit of strawberries.
There are also other red fruit flavours apparent – perhaps raspberry and currants – and a slightly savoury character leads to a drying finish. An excellent all-round rosé. | https://www.bedfordtoday.co.uk/recommended/best-champagnes-under-ps35-cheap-fizz-aldi-ms-3353464 | 2022-06-02T17:23:22Z | https://www.bedfordtoday.co.uk/recommended/best-champagnes-under-ps35-cheap-fizz-aldi-ms-3353464 | false | 39 |
Shares of Alignment Healthcare, Inc. (NASDAQ:ALHC – Get Rating) saw strong trading volume on Thursday . 7,349 shares traded hands during trading, a decline of 98% from the previous session’s volume of 383,922 shares.The stock last traded at $10.23 and had previously closed at $10.68.
ALHC has been the subject of a number of research reports. Zacks Investment Research lowered shares of Alignment Healthcare from a “buy” rating to a “hold” rating in a research report on Monday, May 9th. Piper Sandler decreased their target price on Alignment Healthcare from $25.00 to $15.00 and set an “overweight” rating on the stock in a research report on Thursday, February 24th. The Goldman Sachs Group decreased their target price on Alignment Healthcare from $18.00 to $16.00 and set a “buy” rating on the stock in a research report on Tuesday, March 15th. SVB Leerink assumed coverage on Alignment Healthcare in a research report on Monday, April 4th. They issued an “outperform” rating and a $19.00 target price on the stock. Finally, William Blair restated an “outperform” rating on shares of Alignment Healthcare in a research report on Thursday, May 5th. One analyst has rated the stock with a hold rating and ten have assigned a buy rating to the company. According to data from MarketBeat, the company currently has an average rating of “Buy” and a consensus target price of $17.50.
The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.52, a quick ratio of 2.90 and a current ratio of 2.90. The firm’s 50 day simple moving average is $10.32 and its 200-day simple moving average is $11.05. The company has a market cap of $2.06 billion, a price-to-earnings ratio of -10.77 and a beta of 2.51.
In other news, CFO Robert Thomas Freeman sold 4,944 shares of the firm’s stock in a transaction on Thursday, March 31st. The shares were sold at an average price of $11.18, for a total value of $55,273.92. The transaction was disclosed in a legal filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which is available at the SEC website. Also, insider Donald Steven Furman sold 3,006 shares of the stock in a transaction that occurred on Thursday, March 31st. The stock was sold at an average price of $11.18, for a total value of $33,607.08. The disclosure for this sale can be found here. Insiders sold 35,908 shares of company stock valued at $401,451 in the last quarter.
A number of hedge funds and other institutional investors have recently modified their holdings of ALHC. Royal Bank of Canada grew its stake in Alignment Healthcare by 20.2% in the 3rd quarter. Royal Bank of Canada now owns 4,571 shares of the company’s stock worth $72,000 after acquiring an additional 767 shares during the period. Principal Financial Group Inc. grew its stake in Alignment Healthcare by 7.7% during the first quarter. Principal Financial Group Inc. now owns 14,524 shares of the company’s stock worth $163,000 after buying an additional 1,034 shares during the period. Victory Capital Management Inc. lifted its stake in shares of Alignment Healthcare by 10.4% during the first quarter. Victory Capital Management Inc. now owns 11,124 shares of the company’s stock worth $107,000 after purchasing an additional 1,045 shares in the last quarter. UBS Group AG raised its stake in shares of Alignment Healthcare by 156.9% during the third quarter. UBS Group AG now owns 1,734 shares of the company’s stock valued at $28,000 after purchasing an additional 1,059 shares during the period. Finally, Citigroup Inc. raised its stake in shares of Alignment Healthcare by 104.2% during the third quarter. Citigroup Inc. now owns 3,002 shares of the company’s stock valued at $48,000 after purchasing an additional 1,532 shares during the period. 82.68% of the stock is currently owned by hedge funds and other institutional investors.
About Alignment Healthcare (NASDAQ:ALHC)
Alignment Healthcare, Inc, a tech-enabled Medicare advantage company, operates consumer-centric health care platform. It provides customized health care in the United States to seniors and those who need it through its Medicare advantage plans. The company owns Medicare advantage plans in the states of California, North Carolina, and Nevada.
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3 seriously hurt when hot-air balloon crashes into train
Published: Jun. 2, 2022 at 11:13 AM CDT|Updated: 1 hour ago
BURLINGTON, Wis. (WTMJ) - Three people were seriously injured when a hot-air balloon crashed into a moving train on Wednesday.
According to police, witnesses said the balloon was in distress before the crash.
A witness said the balloon hit a building, bounded off of it, then was hit by a train.
He said several people on the ground rushed over to help them.
The three people inside were hospitalized with injuries officials said are life-threatening.
City, state and federal officials are investigating what caused the crash.
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Former star lawyer Michael Avenatti, who rose to fame representing porn star Stormy Daniels in her legal battles with then-president Donald Trump, on Thursday got 4 years in prison for stealing from her.
Avenatti was convicted in early February of stealing hundreds of thousands of dollars from Daniels. He reportedly choked up in court during his sentencing.
During a two-week trial, prosecutors said the California lawyer spun a web of lies to cheat Daniels of nearly $300,000 she was owed for her autobiography, spending it on his firm’s payroll and personal expenses. Avenatti argued in closing arguments that he was acting in good faith, believing he was owed the money and never thinking it was wrong to take it.
The Daniels case was separate from a previous trial, where Avenatti was convicted of trying to extort Nike to the tune of $25 million. In July 2021, he was sentenced to two-and-a-half-years in prison in that case.
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Kim Kardashian is speaking up once again for the release of a prisoner – this time, the father of one of the Uvalde shooting victims.
Ten-year-old Eliahana Cruz Torres was one of the students who was shot and killed at Robb Elementary School.
Her father, Eli Torres, is in a federal prison.
According to Kardashian, Torres is “incarcerated for a non violent drug offense.”
In a social media post Thursday, Kardashian wrote that Torrest should be granted temporary release so he can attend Eliahana’s funeral.
The Federal Bureau of Prisons has reportedly denied requests to allow Torres to attend the funeral.
“Every parent deserves that right,” Kardashian wrote.
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Opinion
Was the EU's response to Shireen Abu Aklek's funeral enough?
The assassination of journalist Shireen Abu Akleh was widely condemned, especially by the European Union.
The image of the EU Representative in Palestine trying to mediate for Israeli Occupation Forces to allow the funeral to take place entered almost every Palestinian home.
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As did the brutal attacks against those carrying the coffin at the French Hospital; against the vehicle transporting it; against the mourners that were leaving the Catholic church of Jaffa Gate of Jerusalem's Old City; against the gathering where the family was receiving condolences and the thousands that were prevented from joining the procession due to Israel's movement restrictions.
Despite the efforts of European diplomats on the ground and the strong statements coming out from Brussels and other European capitals, Israel did exactly what it wanted.
The aggressions were mainly motivated by the fact that the mourners had raised Palestinian flags to bid farewell to a Palestinian hero brutally murdered.
Palestinian flag ban
This week the Israeli parliament went one step ahead, voting on a resolution to ban the Palestinian flag. Only 16 votes were cast against, mainly from Palestinian citizens of Israel.
The European Union could do much more than leaving its representative to Palestine alone in trying to remind Israel, the occupying power, of its obligations under international law.
This begins by messaging — a simple analysis of the EU delegations to Israel and Palestine shows that both have radically different approaches: while those in Palestine focus on human rights and respect for international law, those in Israel seem to consider Israel's colonial-settlement occupation of Palestine, and its apartheid regime, a secondary issue to economic matters.
In other words, the EU delegation in Tel Aviv sends a message to Israelis that grave and systematic human rights violations are not a priority and that nobody will be held accountable.
This is similar to what the speaker of the European parliament Roberta Metsola told the Israeli parliament last month.
We were astonished to realise that someone coming from a progressive party, the Socialists & Democrats, instead of speaking truth to power decided to avoid referring to the Israeli occupation and daily crimes and violations.
She even ignored that over 20-percent of Israel's population are Palestinian citizens and centred her address to Israeli Jews, who were pleased to see someone, despite of the Amnesty International and Human Rights Watch reports on Israel's apartheid policies, decided to claim that Europe and Israel share "common values".
Of course, justice for Shireen Abu Akleh was not part of the statement from someone who should be truly concerned about Israel's systematic violation of basic principles of their agreements with the EU, including Article 2 of the Association Agreement that conditions its implementation to respecting human rights.
What we see is that the emphasis on accountability from Brussels takes place only against the Palestinian people.
The anti-Palestinian obsession of commissioner Oliver Varhelyi has succeeded in preventing Palestinian hospitals from receiving European funds. This is not very different to what the Trump Administration did.
Palestinian textbooks issue
The worst part of it is that his attacks against the Palestinian government, particularly with regards to Palestinian textbooks, are largely based on right-wing Israeli think tanks and even settlers rather than what impartial reports have shown.
In 2022 the voice of Israeli settlers seems to be more considered by some in Brussels than what Amnesty International says about Israeli apartheid policies. Regretfully, this does not stop there.
Some of the favourite ministers in the current government by their European counterparts, including Yair Lapid and Omer Barlev, have contributed to the misinformation campaign around the killing of Shireen Abu Akleh and supported the fascist march that took place in Occupied East Jerusalem.
In Barlev's case, a Labor Party member, he himself approved a demonstration last Sunday that involved turning parts of Occupied East Jerusalem into a violent riot with thousands of radical Zionists shouting "Death to the Arabs".
Only one day after this took place, the German minister of interior Nancy Faeser was seen smiling meeting Barlev, committing to more cooperation.
Did she ask about his role in the attacks against Shireen Abu Aklek's funeral? About how Christians were prevented from reaching the Holy Sepulchre at Easter? About the attacks against Al-Aqsa mosque during Ramadan? I think we all know the answer.
It is difficult to explain to our people how the EU made immediate use of all diplomatic tools at its avail in the case of Ukraine after five days of conflict but has avoided to do the same in Palestine during the past 74 years.
Europe cannot continue to avoid to assume its responsibilities in Palestine.
This avoidance undermines the whole concept of a multilateral rules-based world order. With the case of Shireen Abu Akleh the EU had an opportunity to revert this path.
Regretfully, it has exhibited a lack of political will to take any kind of action — and Israel knows that well.
Author bio
Sami Abu Shehadeh is a Israeli-Arab MP from the Joint List in the Israeli Knesset.
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Three Bangladeshis, who illegally crossed over to India to meet their relatives in West Bengal's Nadia district, were sent back on humanitarian grounds, the BSF said on Thursday.
The three people, residents of Dhaka and Gopalganj, were nabbed on Tuesday morning near Ranaghat when they were crossing the border to go back to Bangladesh, it said.
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As ransomware infections have evolved from purely encrypting data to schemes such as double and triple extortion, a new attack vector is likely to set the stage for future campaigns.
Called Ransomware for IoT or R4IoT by Forescout, it's a "novel, proof-of-concept ransomware that exploits an IoT device to gain access and move laterally in an IT [information technology] network and impact the OT [operational technology] network."
This potential pivot is based on the rapid growth in the number of IoT devices as well as the convergence of IT and OT networks in organizations.
The ultimate goal of R4IoT is to leverage exposed and vulnerable IoT devices such as IP cameras to gain an initial foothold, followed by deploying ransomware in the IT network and taking advantage of poor operational security practices to hold mission-critical processes hostage.
"By compromising IoT, IT, and OT assets, R4IoT goes beyond the usual encryption and data exfiltration to cause physical disruption of business operations," the researchers said, thereby adding an additional layer of extortion to a traditional ransomware attack.
Put differently, R4IoT is a new kind of malware that brings together an IoT entry point and ransomware-related lateral movement and encryption on an IT network, causing an extended impact on both IT and OT networks.
In a hypothetical scenario, this could entail compromising a machine in the corporate network to not only drop ransomware but also retrieve additional payloads from a remote server to deploy cryptocurrency miners and launch denial-of-service (DoS) attacks against OT assets.
To mitigate both the likelihood and the impact of potential R4IoT incidents, organizations are recommended to identify and patch vulnerable devices, enforce network segmentation, implement strong password policies, and monitor HTTPS connections, FTP sessions, and network traffic.
"Ransomware has been the most prevalent threat of the past few years, and so far, it has mostly leveraged vulnerabilities in traditional IT equipment to cripple organizations," the researchers concluded.
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HARRISON, N.J. , June 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- CMN Sports and Lions Sports Media announced that tonight's international soccer friendly featuring Ecuador and Nigeria at Red Bull Arena (8:30 p.m.) is sold out. There are no more tickets available for purchase. The capacity at Red Bull Arena is 25,000.
After missing the 2018 World Cup, Ecuador will make its return to the global stage in grand fashion on Nov. 21 when it takes on host nation Qatar in the opening match of the 2022 FIFA World Cup. La Tri will then face the Netherlands and Senegal on Nov. 25 and Nov. 29, respectively, in the group stage of the tournament. The event will mark Ecuador's fourth-ever World Cup appearance.
Led by Argentine manager Gustavo Alfaro, the South Americans had previously qualified for the World Cup in 2002 (Korea/Japan), 2006 (Germany) and 2014 (Brazil).
Nigeria is one of the most successful African nations with six previous World Cup appearances. The Super Eagles, who are currently led by Portuguese manager José Peseiro, have reached the Round of 16 at the global tournament on three occasions (1994, 1998 and 2014) and were crowned champions at the Africa Cup of Nations in 1980, 1994 and 2013.
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While LGBTQ+ artists have long been an integral part of country music -- from the trailblazing Wilma Burgess, considered by many to be the first "out" singer in the industry (though she never came out publicly to fans) to Lavender Country, who released the first queer country album with their self-titled 1973 release -- it wasn't until recent years that mainstream country artists began to publicly come out to fans.
In February of 2021, TJ Osborne of Brothers Osborne became the only openly gay artist signed to a major country music label when he came out in an interview with Time magazine.
"I'm very comfortable being gay," Osborne told the magazine. "I find myself being guarded for not wanting to talk about something that I personally don't have a problem with. That feels so strange."
Osborne's announcement came over 10 years after '90s country hitmaker Chely Wright came out as gay.
In the years in between, artists such as Brandy Clark, who co-wrote Kacey Musgraves' anthemic "Follow Your Arrow," Brooke Eden, Ty Herndon and more have openly shared their truth, making country music a more welcoming and inclusive genre.
"Others will now feel invited to the country music party for the first time," Kacey Musgraves told Time, in reference to her longtime friend, T.J. Osborne. "Country music deserves a future even more honest than its past."
Below, get to know 20 LGBTQ+ country singers and read their thoughts on their experience in the industry and the importance of representation in the genre.
Chely Wright
Chely Wright, who scored hits with "Single White Female," "It Was" and more, came out as gay in 2010.
Wright shared her story in the memoir Like Me: Confessions of a Heartland Country Singer.
"Nothing in my life has been more magical than the moment I decided to come out," she told People.
In the past decade, Wright has been an outspoken advocate for LGBT+ rights. In 2011, she married LGBTQ+ civil rights activist Lauren Blitzer.
-- Bobbie Jean Sawyer
Brandy Clark
Country singer-songwriter Brandy Clark was already out when she found success in the industry as both a solo artist and a songwriter who'd penned hits for Miranda Lambert, Reba McEntire, Darius Rucker and more.
"There have always been a lot of gay people in country music, they just haven't been open about their personal lives," Clark told People in 2020. "All kinds of people love country music, and they should be able to see them themselves represented with who's singing it."
In the same interview, Clark shared her advice for queer artists.
"Be yourself, don't be ashamed of who you are, and focus on your music," Clark continued. "If your music is good enough, eventually it gets heard. There's that great quote: 'I'd rather be hated for who I am than loved for who I'm not.' I think that's really, really true."
-- Bobbie Jean Sawyer
Ty Herndon
Ty Herndon had several hits ("What Mattered Most," "Living in a Moment," "I Want My Goodbye Back") before coming out as gay in 2014.
"I realized I had an incredible story that could possibly help someone's son or daughter or grandchild's life not be as difficult as mine has been," Herndon told People in 2014. "Maybe they wouldn't have to go through as much pain and suffering. It's time to tell my truth."
Herndon and CMT host the Concert for Love and Acceptance, an annual concert in Nashville to support the LGBTQ community.
In 2019, Herndon changed the pronouns in his hit "What Mattered Most" to reflect a relationship with a man.
"We've got so many new fans out there that were afraid to listen to country because they felt like people that were singing country music and people who were writing country music hated gay people. And that might or might not have been the case in this world of country music, but it's definitely not the case today. There's so many affirming and wonderful writers. There's so many LGBTQ writers in town. The business is opening up...it doesn't matter if you're gay or straight. It matters if you made a great album and you make great music," Herndon told Wide Open Country in 2019. "For me to be able to re-record ["What Mattered Most"] and have the gay fans out there, the LGBTQ community, hear it for the first time really -- making it brand new, but the emotions of the song are still there -- that means so much to me."
-- Bobbie Jean Sawyer
Brooke Eden
Brooke Eden first hit the scene with her self released EP in 2014 and continued to make a name for herself in Nashville. Though she was initially discouraged from publicly disclosing her sexuality by her label, she decided to ignore that advice after her label was bought out. She not only posts sweet photos with longtime love Hilary Hoover on social media, but she even started featuring her in her music videos. Eden is now authentic about who she is with her fans and feels like it has positively affected her music as well.
-- Courtney Fox
Harper Grae
Harper Grae grew up in a small town in Alabama but first got her start in the entertainment world when she appeared on The Glee Project. As the singer explained to Billboard, the series creator Ryan Murphy set an incredible example of what life looks like when you live boldly and unapologetically so she decided to do the same. She uses her music to tell her truth and share who she is with her fans and has never been happier. Last year, she welcomed a child with her wife Dawn after suffering a devastating miscarriage.
-- Courtney Fox
Brandi Carlile
Brandi Carlile has been singing country music all her life. But her breakthrough came in 2007, with the release The Story. The poetic album, produced by T Bone Burnett, earned the young folk rocker a cult following. And by that point, Carlile was already openly gay; she'd come out as a lesbian when she was fifteen and confirmed that identity publicly during in a 2002 interview with The Western Front. Since then, Carlile has gained mainstream popularity -- thanks to By the Way, I Forgive You which swept at the 2019 Grammys -- and started a family. Carlile wed her wife Catherine Shepherd in 2012 and the couple now shares two daughters, Evangeline and Elijah, who were conceived via IVF and artificial insemination.
-- Emily Mack
T.J. Osborne
In one of the most crucial pieces of country music journalism in recent memory, Time gave T.J. Osborne--one-half of Brothers Osborne with his brother John--a platform to embrace his true self and come out to his fans. News that came as no surprise to his supportive family and true friends made T.J. the only openly gay artist currently signed to a major country music label.
-- Bobby Moore
Lil Nas X
"Old Town Road" being bogusly removed from Billboard's Hot Country Songs chart in 2019 didn't slow down the career trajectory of Lil Nas X or dissuade Billy Ray Cyrus from lending his talents to a remix. During the rapper and must-follow social media personality's wild 2019, he came out of the closet with a June 30 tweet, encouraging fans to listen closely to the lyrics of his song "C7osure."
-- Bobby Moore
Katie Pruitt
Georgia-raised singer-songwriter Katie Pruitt shares her experience growing up queer in the south through songs such as the stunning "Loving Her."
"I'm especially proud to keep those Southern roots and talk about these topics because being from the South is a different experience than, like, growing up in California and being queer," Pruitt told New Now Next.
-- Bobbie Jean Sawyer
Allison Russell
Country and folk artist Allison Russell reckoned with her traumatic childhood and found joy on her stellar album Outside Child.
"It has become more important to me as I get older to honor those friends of our youth and loved ones of our youth and lovers of our youth who helped shape us and in this case, she literally saved my life," Russell told The Bluegrass Situation about the inspiration behind her song "Persephone." "And I wanted her to know that. I also wanted to acknowledge that I am a queer person who is now in a straight passing life and marriage. I fall in the middle of the spectrum of orientation. I've been in love with women and I've been in love with men and I've been in love with trans people and I've been in love with non-binary people. I wound up falling in love and committing to share a life with a man, my husband."
-- Bobbie Jean Sawyer
Lavender Country
Queer country trailblazers Lavender Country released the first gay-themed country album in 1973. Nearly 50 years later, the band released their sophore album Blackberry Rose.
"I didn't aspire to do this," Lavender Country founder Patrick Haggerty told CNN. "But I made Lavender Country as a vehicle for social change, and now I get to use Lavender Country for the exact reason that I made it in the first place -- pure and unadulterated."
-- Bobbie Jean Sawyer
Paisley Fields
Singer-songwriter (and member of Lavender Country) Paisley Fields sings about growing up closeted and queer in Iowa on forthcoming album Limp Wrist.
-- Bobbie Jean Sawyer
Shelly Fairchild
Shelly Fairchild's debut album Ride was a hit in 2005 and at the time, her single "You Don't Lie Here Anymore" ranked in the #35 Billboard Hot Country Singles. But Fairchild suspects that rumors she was gay might have hindered her career. According to Focus LGBT, Fairchild said, "I got dropped from the record label for being gay. I mean, they made up other excuses for dropping me, but I knew the real reason that it was happening." But now Fairchild is out and proud, and continues to make music independently. In 2017, she eloped with the music executive Deborah DeLoach and their sweet wedding photoshoot, published in Brides, went viral.
-- Emily Mack
Orville Peck
Punk rock drummer turned Columbia Records recording artist and Shania Twain collaborator Orville Peck came out of nowhere in 2019 with the album Pony-- Issued by Nirvana's pre-infamy label home, Sub Pop. The masked country crooner became an unlikely sensation, at home in Canada and here in the States. He's since appeared on Jimmy Kimmel Live and rubbed shoulders with LGBTQ allies Miley Cyrus and Lady Gaga.
-- Bobby Moore
Joy Oladokun
Nashville-based singer-songwriter Joy Oladokun has earned acclaim for her stirring vocals and lyrics showcased on songs such as "breathe again."
"Making music in this time especially feels really important to me," she told GO Magazine in 2020. "And as a Black woman, the title 'In Defense of My Own Happiness (vol. 1)' takes on a different meaning when you're talking about Black and queer culture in 2020. People like me are fighting for absolutely basic rights."
-- Bobbie Jean Sawyer
Waylon Payne
Born to famed country musicians Jody Payne and Sammi Smith, you might expect that Waylon Payne's childhood was full of music, touring and excitement. But as a young child, Payne was placed in the guardianship of his maternal aunt and uncle. During this time, Payne says that he was sexually abused by a family member.
At age eighteen, Payne revealed not only the abuse but also the fact that he was gay. And his family did not want to hear it; Payne was disowned entirely. "I didn't really come out," he explained to The Boot, "I was telling on somebody, and they didn't like the way that sounded." His 2020 album Blue Eyes, the Harlot, the Queer, the Pusher & Me, reckons with that painful experience.
-- Emily Mack
Shane McAnally
Shane McAnally is one of the most successful modern country songwriters, having penned hits for Kenny Chesney, Keith Urban, Luke Bryan and more (he also co-wrote "Follow Your Arrow" with Brandy Clark and Kacey Musgraves), but McAnally has said he was initially concerned with how to write mainstream country songs in a way he felt was honest.
"If I talked about a relationship, I'd get so caught up in, 'What story did I tell? Who did I say I was dating?' And that completely cast a shadow over my ability to tell the story in a truthful way," McAnally said in an interview with Anthony Ramos from GLAAD (quote via CMT). "Once I came out, and realized that everybody knew and didn't care, it didn't matter what pronoun I used. I was no longer worried if 'he' or 'she' came out of my mouth. I was able to write the line properly...In doing that, my songs became much more universal to straight people too, because the heart is a heart and we all hurt and love the same."
McAnally has been married to Michael Baum since 2012.
-- Bobbie Jean Sawyer
Billy Gilman
Billy Gilman had a country hit at just 11 years old with his song "One Voice." The singer, who (as an adult) would later go on to compete on season 11 of The Voice, was inspired by Ty Herndon coming out in 2014. Just hours after Herndon's announcement, Gilman came out as a gay man on YouTube.
"Being a gay male country artist is not the best thing," Gilman said. "If people don't like your music, that's one thing. But after selling over 5 million records, having a wonderful life in the music industry, I knew something was wrong when no major label wanted to sit down and have a meeting and listen to the new stuff... It's difficult for me to make this video, not because I'm ashamed to be a gay male artist, or a gay artist, or a gay person, but it's pretty silly to know that I'm ashamed of doing this knowing that because I'm in a genre in an industry that is ashamed of me for being me."
-- Bobbie Jean Sawyer
Trixie Mattel
Trixie Mattel is not only a drag queen superstar (she's the winner of season 3 of RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars), she's also an autoharp-wielding country-folk artist who counts John Prine, Jason Isbell, Kacey Musgraves, June Carter Cash and Dolly Parton among her greatest inspirations.
"I think my music is not so much about being gay; my music is about being a human being. It's not about gay relationships; it's about relationships. It's not about feeling like an outsider because you're gay. Maybe it's just about feeling like an outsider," Mattel told NPR in 2018. "But I love folk music and I love country and bluegrass, and it's fun also introducing my audience -- maybe they are gay, and maybe they don't listen that type of music, so it's fun being their gateway drug to something I think is so great. Like, If you go to my music video for "Break Your Heart," all the comments are like, 'I would have never known I would like a song like this.'"
Mattel released Two Birds in 2017, One Stone in 2018 and Barbara in 2020. Most recently, Mattel released the EP Full Coverage, which featured a cover of "Jackson" with Orville Peck.
-- Bobbie Jean Sawyer
Amythyst Kiah
Singer-songwriter and member of the supergroup Our Native Daughters (with Rhiannon Giddens, Leyla McCalla and Allison Russell), Amythyst Kiah recently released the album Wary and Strange, which addresses the fight for racial justice and her journey to embrace her true self.
"Hiding myself to please everybody wore me down. In order to truly be happy and fulfill my purpose in life, I had to embrace who I honestly am, in every way," Kiah told Billboard.
-- Bobbie Jean Sawyer
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By DENISE LAVOIE
FAIRFAX, Va. (AP) — A jury sided Wednesday with Johnny Depp in his libel lawsuit against ex-wife Amber Heard, awarding the “Pirates of the Caribbean” actor more than $10 million and vindicating his allegations that Heard lied about Depp abusing her before and during their brief marriage.
But in a split decision, the jury also found that Heard was defamed by one of Depp’s lawyers, who accused her of creating a detailed hoax that included roughing up the couple’s apartment to look worse for police. The jury awarded her $2 million.
The verdicts bring an end to a televised trial that Depp had hoped would help restore his reputation, though it turned into a spectacle that offered a window into a vicious marriage.
Heard, who was stoic in the courtroom as the verdict was read, said she was heartbroken.
“I’m even more disappointed with what this verdict means for other women. It’s a setback. It sets back the clock to a time when a woman who spoke up and spoke out could be publicly humiliated. It sets back the idea that violence against women is to be taken seriously,’ she said in a statement posted on her Twitter account.
Depp, who was not in court Wednesday, said “the jury gave me my life back. I am truly humbled.”
“I hope that my quest to have the truth be told will have helped others, men or women, who have found themselves in my situation, and that those supporting them never give up,” he said in a statement posted to Instagram.
Depp sued Heard for libel in 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 said he was defamed by the article even though it never mentioned his name.
The jury found in Depp’s favor on all three of his claims relating to specific statements in the 2018 piece.
Throughout the proceedings, fans who were overwhelmingly on Depp’s side lined up overnight for coveted courtroom seats. Spectators who couldn’t get in gathered on the street to cheer Depp and jeer Heard whenever they appeared outside.
A crowd of about 200 people cheered when Depp’s lawyers came out after the verdict. “Johnny for president!” one man yelled repeatedly.
Greg McCandless, 51, a retired private detective from Reston, Virginia, stood outside the courthouse wearing a pirate hat and red head scarf, a nod to Depp’s famous role as Capt. Jack Sparrow in the “Pirates of the Caribbean” series.
“I do believe that there was defamation, and I do believe that it did hurt his career,” McCandless said. “I think the jury heard the evidence, and the verdict was just.”
In evaluating Heard’s counterclaims, jurors considered three statements by a lawyer for Depp who called her allegations a hoax. They found she was defamed by one of them, in which the lawyer claimed that she and friends “spilled a little wine and roughed the place up, got their stories straight,” and called police.
Sydni Porter, 30, drove an hour from her home in Maryland to show support for Heard. She said the verdict was disappointing, but not surprising, and sends a message to women that “as much evidence as you have (of abuse), it’s never going to be enough.”
The jury found Depp should receive $10 million in compensatory damages and $5 million in punitive damages, but the judge said state law caps punitive damages at $350,000, meaning Depp was awarded $10.35 million.
While the case was ostensibly about libel, most of the testimony focused on whether Heard had been physically and sexually abused, as she claimed. Heard enumerated more than a dozen alleged assaults, including a fight in Australia — where Depp was shooting a “Pirates of the Caribbean” sequel — in which Depp lost the tip of his middle finger and Heard said she was sexually assaulted with a liquor bottle.
Depp said he never hit Heard and that she was the abuser, though Heard’s attorneys highlighted years-old text messages Depp sent apologizing to Heard for his behavior as well as profane texts he sent to a friend in which Depp said he wanted to kill Heard and defile her dead body.
In some ways, the trial was a replay of a lawsuit Depp filed in the United Kingdom against a British tabloid after he was described as a “wife beater.” The judge in that case ruled in the newspaper’s favor after finding that Heard was telling the truth in her descriptions of abuse.
In the Virginia case, Depp had to prove not only that he never assaulted Heard, but that Heard’s article — which focused primarily on public policy related to domestic violence — defamed him. He also had to prove that Heard wrote the article with actual malice.
And to claim damages, he had to prove that her article caused the damage to his reputation as opposed to any number of articles before and after Heard’s piece that detailed the allegations against him.
The case captivated millions through its gavel-to-gavel television coverage, including impassioned followers on social media who dissected everything from the actors’ mannerisms to the possible symbolism of what they were wearing. Both performers emerge from the trial with reputations in tatters with unclear prospects for their careers.
Eric Rose, a crisis management and communications expert in Los Angeles, called the trial a “classic murder-suicide.”
“From a reputation-management perspective, there can be no winners,” he said. “They’ve bloodied each other up. It becomes more difficult now for studios to hire either actor because you’re potentially alienating a large segment of your audience who may not like the fact that you have retained either Johnny or Amber for a specific project because feelings are so strong now.”
Depp, a three-time best actor Oscar nominee, had until recent years been a bankable star. His turn as Sparrow helped turn the “Pirates of the Caribbean” into a global franchise, but he’s lost that role. He was also replaced in the third “Fantastic Beasts” spin-off film, “The Secrets of Dumbledore.”
Despite testimony at the trial that he could be violent, abusive and out of control, Depp received a standing ovation Tuesday night in London after performing for about 40 minutes with Jeff Beck at the Royal Albert Hall.
Heard’s acting career has been more modest, and her only two upcoming roles are in a small film and the upcoming “Aquaman” sequel due out next year.
Depp’s lawyers fought to keep the case in Virginia, in part because state law provided some legal advantages compared with California, where the two reside. A judge ruled that Virginia was an acceptable forum for the case because The Washington Post’s printing presses and online servers are in the county. | https://www.delcotimes.com/2022/06/01/jury-sides-with-johnny-depp-in-libel-case-awards-him-10m/ | 2022-06-02T17:38:01Z | https://www.delcotimes.com/2022/06/01/jury-sides-with-johnny-depp-in-libel-case-awards-him-10m/ | false | 51 |
When the Miami Dolphins signed Terron Armstead and Connor Williams this offseason, many believed that the duo would hold down the left side of the line with the pair playing most of their games at left tackle and left guard, respectively.
However, since the Dolphins took the field, Williams has been actually getting his opportunities at the center spot. A position he’s received no snaps at in a regular-season game to this point and that was expected to belong to Michael Deiter.
With Williams getting more chances at center this offseason, he was asked about where he expects to play this year, and he offered some clarity.
Connor Williams Says as of now, his expectation is that he will play center for Dolphins
— Barry Jackson (@flasportsbuzz) June 2, 2022
This would likely allow Austin Jackson to continue playing left guard, as he did for most of last season. Liam Eichenberg would then likely be the team’s starting right tackle, leaving Deiter as the backup center.
Obviously, this would provide the offensive line with solid depth in the interior, as Deiter can play guard and center.
It wouldn’t be fair to judge the decision before the Dolphins take the field against defenses in competitive settings, but there will be a number of people who will be skeptical of this move. | https://dolphinswire.usatoday.com/2022/06/02/dolphins-connor-williams-playing-center/ | 2022-06-02T17:38:09Z | https://dolphinswire.usatoday.com/2022/06/02/dolphins-connor-williams-playing-center/ | true | 1 |
The Epic Games Store has revealed that its next free game is Wolfenstein: The New Order.
Players can redeem the 2014 title here until June 9 at 4PM UK time. The next “mystery game” is set to be revealed on June 9 as well. Wolfenstein: The New Order marked a soft reboot for the franchise, as developer MachineGames took the reins on the series.
The game sees players take control of William “B.J.” Blazkowicz in his fight against the Nazis in an alternate history 20th century. The first-person shooter favours intense action and a linear narrative-driven story, which was then furthered in subsequent sequels.
“Discover an unfamiliar world ruled by a familiar enemy — one that has twisted history as you know it. Sound intriguing?” said the Epic Games Store in a tweet.
“The Vault has opened and Wolfenstein: The New Order is free now! Get ready for an exhilarating action-adventure experience.”
MachineGames has also joined forces with Bethesda recently to develop an Indiana Jones game, and whilst little is known about it right now it could be shown off at the Xbox and Bethesda games showcase on June 12.
The most recent game in the Wolfenstein franchise was the two-player co-op shooter Wolfenstein: Youngblood.
The game will have an “original story” and be “executive produced by Todd Howard” with collaboration coming from LucasFilm Games. Bethesda said during the January 2021 reveal that it would be “some time” until more was shown.
Wolfenstein: The New Order has thus replaced BioShock: The Collection as the Epic Game Store’s mystery game, which was available until 4PM today (June 2).
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MUMBAI: After Kuwait and Oman banned the release of `Samrat Prithviraj`, Qatar now has put a hold on the Akshay Kumar-starrer.
'Samrat Prithviraj' is based on the life and valour of the fearless and mighty King Prithviraj Chauhan. Akshay is essaying the role of the legendary warrior who fought valiantly to protect India from the merciless invader Muhammad of Ghor in this visual spectacle.
A source working in overseas territories, on conditions of anonymity, says: "The issue is unnecessarily getting coloured with a religious lens in these countries. People should view a film that`s based on history and is authentic from a neutral perspective. The fact is that India was looted by invaders who happened to be Muslims. The fact is that Samrat Prithviraj Chauhan fought one such invader and tried to protect India till his last breath. One should view history for what it is."
The source adds: "After a ban in Kuwait and Oman, now another Islamic country, Qatar, has put the film's release on hold. Indians living in these countries won`t be able to see the film and that`s really unfortunate. A film like this comes once in a lifetime for everyone to see and enjoy and celebrate one`s history."
"People are trying to deny Indians of this moment. Better sense should prevail."
'Samrat Prithviraj' has been directed by Dr. Chandraprakash Dwivedi. Manushi Chhillar plays the role of King Prithviraj`s beloved Sanyogita.
The film also stars Sanjay Dutt, Sonu Sood, Manav Vij, Ashutosh Rana and Sakshi Tanwar in other pivotal roles. Originally titled Prithviraj, the film was renamed as Samrat Prithviraj following a court litigation a week ahead of its scheduled release.
The film is set to release this Friday (June 3) in Hindi, Tamil and Telugu in 2D and IMAX formats. | https://zeenews.india.com/bollywood/kuwait-oman-ban-akshay-kumars-samrat-prithviraj-qatar-puts-film-on-hold-2469897.html | 2022-06-02T17:42:28Z | https://zeenews.india.com/bollywood/kuwait-oman-ban-akshay-kumars-samrat-prithviraj-qatar-puts-film-on-hold-2469897.html | false | 10 |
Wetherby Asset Management Inc. boosted its holdings in shares of General Motors (NYSE:GM – Get Rating) (TSE:GMM.U) by 3.0% in the 4th quarter, according to its most recent Form 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The firm owned 43,716 shares of the auto manufacturer’s stock after buying an additional 1,270 shares during the quarter. Wetherby Asset Management Inc.’s holdings in General Motors were worth $2,563,000 at the end of the most recent quarter.
A number of other hedge funds and other institutional investors have also made changes to their positions in the stock. Brinker Capital Investments LLC boosted its position in shares of General Motors by 206.3% in the fourth quarter. Brinker Capital Investments LLC now owns 17,681 shares of the auto manufacturer’s stock worth $1,037,000 after purchasing an additional 11,908 shares during the period. Swarthmore Group Inc. raised its stake in shares of General Motors by 29.9% in the fourth quarter. Swarthmore Group Inc. now owns 64,996 shares of the auto manufacturer’s stock valued at $3,811,000 after acquiring an additional 14,969 shares during the period. Pinnacle Associates Ltd. raised its stake in shares of General Motors by 2.9% in the fourth quarter. Pinnacle Associates Ltd. now owns 73,962 shares of the auto manufacturer’s stock valued at $4,336,000 after acquiring an additional 2,061 shares during the period. Holloway Wealth Management LLC raised its stake in shares of General Motors by 1.3% in the fourth quarter. Holloway Wealth Management LLC now owns 124,249 shares of the auto manufacturer’s stock valued at $7,285,000 after acquiring an additional 1,553 shares during the period. Finally, TCI Wealth Advisors Inc. raised its stake in shares of General Motors by 632.0% in the fourth quarter. TCI Wealth Advisors Inc. now owns 1,786 shares of the auto manufacturer’s stock valued at $105,000 after acquiring an additional 1,542 shares during the period. Institutional investors own 82.66% of the company’s stock.
In other General Motors news, CFO Paul A. Jacobson purchased 35,000 shares of General Motors stock in a transaction on Thursday, April 28th. The stock was bought at an average cost of $38.79 per share, with a total value of $1,357,650.00. Following the transaction, the chief financial officer now owns 110,000 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $4,266,900. The transaction was disclosed in a document filed with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which is available through this hyperlink. Also, EVP Stephen K. Carlisle sold 25,645 shares of the firm’s stock in a transaction that occurred on Friday, April 29th. The stock was sold at an average price of $39.04, for a total transaction of $1,001,180.80. Following the transaction, the executive vice president now directly owns 64,170 shares of the company’s stock, valued at $2,505,196.80. The disclosure for this sale can be found here. Company insiders own 0.40% of the company’s stock.
General Motors (NYSE:GM – Get Rating) (TSE:GMM.U) last announced its quarterly earnings data on Tuesday, April 26th. The auto manufacturer reported $2.09 EPS for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $1.56 by $0.53. The firm had revenue of $35.98 billion during the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $36.25 billion. General Motors had a net margin of 7.61% and a return on equity of 16.37%. During the same period last year, the firm posted $2.25 EPS. As a group, research analysts anticipate that General Motors will post 6.89 earnings per share for the current fiscal year.
A number of research analysts have recently commented on GM shares. Morgan Stanley cut their price target on shares of General Motors from $50.00 to $44.00 in a report on Friday, May 13th. Jefferies Financial Group cut their price target on shares of General Motors from $53.00 to $44.00 and set a “hold” rating on the stock in a report on Tuesday, March 15th. StockNews.com started coverage on shares of General Motors in a report on Thursday, March 31st. They set a “hold” rating on the stock. Berenberg Bank started coverage on shares of General Motors in a report on Tuesday, May 10th. They set a “buy” rating and a $55.00 target price on the stock. Finally, Barclays dropped their target price on shares of General Motors from $59.00 to $52.00 in a report on Wednesday, April 27th. One investment analyst has rated the stock with a sell rating, six have given a hold rating and sixteen have given a buy rating to the stock. Based on data from MarketBeat, the company has an average rating of “Buy” and a consensus target price of $61.10.
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Yellowstone season 5 theory: Beth and Rip to run the ranch as John becomes governor?
YELLOWSTONE season 5 will air later this year and there could be a huge shakeup at the ranch as part of a fan theory. Will Beth Dutton and Rip Wheeler run the ranch as John becomes governor?
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Yellowstone season five is coming to The Paramount Network on November 13 and fans are keen to find out what is in store for John Dutton (played by Kevin Costner). After narrowly avoiding death at the start of season four, he is more determined than ever to protect his loved ones. Fans believe John may be stepping up in a new role that would see his daughter Beth (Kelly Reilly) take over his beloved ranch.
Filming for the fifth season of Yellowstone is underway and the cast teased some thrilling storylines.
At the end of the previous season, Beth married Rip (Cole Hauser) and fans may think she finally has a chance to settle down.
But the actress suggested drama will be following her wherever she goes ahead of the upcoming episodes.
A fan also took to Reddit to share some behind the scenes photos of stars Costner and Reilly.
From the images, they have come up with a theory that John Dutton may have won the governor race.
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The images, which were shared by Reddit user Jalynt13, show Costner and Beth dressed formally.
They are standing next to a podium, with the American flag just behind them.
Fan AnnaNonna commented: "At first I thought it was a campaign event but then I noticed what appears to be a judge...now I think it was a swearing-in ceremony."
Sniktal commented: "I don’t love this governor idea, but maybe Rip and Beth will run the ranch, as they should. And maybe the governor can get Rip a proper identity."
Viewers have wondered how John will have the time to carry out new duties as well as run the ranch.
BuilderTexas said: "If John is governor, who runs the Dutton Ranch? Beth and Rip? I like that."
No official storylines for season five have been confirmed at this moment in time.
But actress Reilly suggested her days as a married woman will not be lived out in peace.
She spoke to Entertainment Tonight about what is in store for her feisty character.
She said: "Just when I think Beth might be trying to mellow down a little bit, she's a married woman, that's not happening.
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"I mean, the married woman part's happening but the calming down. So, it's just, the fierceness is legitimately ramping up."
Reilly opened up about her character's old-fashioned views on marriage.
She said: "[Rip's] always been her guy since she was 16 years old.
"He's the only man, other than her father, that she's ever loved.
"So, the fact that it's official in God's eyes, it's something I think she's incredibly proud of and it probably gives her a little more stability."
Beth could be facing other challenges in season five as she continues her feud with Caroline Warner (Jacki Weaver).
The Market Equities boss locked horns with Beth in season four, with the former firing Beth for company malpractices.
Beth will no doubt be out for revenge as she plans to take down Caroline once and for all.
If she is to run the ranch at the same time, she will have a lot of work on her hands.
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TULSA, Okla. — A man who blamed his surgeon for continuing pain after a recent back operation bought an AR-style rifle and opened fire hours later at a Tulsa medical office, killing the doctor and three other people in an attack that ended with him taking his own life, police said Thursday.
The gunman called the clinic repeatedly complaining of pain and specifically targeted the doctor who performed the surgery, Tulsa Police Chief Wendell Franklin said.
That physician, Dr. Preston Phillips, was killed Wednesday, along with Dr. Stephanie Husen, receptionist Amanda Glenn and patient William Love, police said. The attack occurred on the campus of Saint Francis Health System in Tulsa. The chief identified the shooter as Michael Louis, 45, of Muskogee, Oklahoma.
It was the latest in a series of mass shootings in United States including the deadly school shooting in Uvalde, Texas, and an attack on a supermarket in Buffalo, New York.
Louis carried a letter that said he was targeting Phillips, Franklin said. The letter “made it clear that he came in with the intent to kill Dr. Phillips and anyone who got in his way,” Franklin said. ”He blamed Dr. Phillips for the ongoing pain following the surgery.”
Phillips was an orthopedic surgeon with an interest in spinal surgery and joint reconstruction, according to a profile on the clinic’s website. He once served as lead physician for Tulsa’s WNBA team before the franchise moved out of state, according to the Tulsa World.
Dr. Cliff Robertson, president and CEO of Saint Francis Health System, called Phillips a "consummate gentleman" and “a man that we should all strive to emulate.” He said the three employees who were killed were “the three best people in the entire world” and that they “didn’t deserve to die this way.”
Police believe Louis bought his weapons legally, Franklin said. Louis bought an AR-style semi-automatic rifle on the afternoon of the shooting and a handgun on Sunday, the police chief said.
Franklin praised the law enforcement officers, 911 operators and emergency for their “immediate response” to the attack Wednesday. Police responded to the call about three minutes after dispatchers received the report at 4:52 p.m. and made contact with the gunman at 5:01 p.m., authorities said Wednesday.
“Our training led us to take immediate action without hesitation,” he said. “That’s exactly what officers do and that’s what they did in this instance."
The length of time it took police officers in Uvalde, Texas, to engage the gunman during last week’s deadly school shooting at Robb Elementary School has become a key focus of that investigation. Officers waited over an hour to breach the classroom where the 18-year-old gunman attacked with an AR-style semi-automatic rifle, killing 19 children and two teachers.
Democratic leaders have amplified their calls for greater restrictions on guns since the Uvalde shooting, while Republicans are emphasizing more security at schools. The divide mirrors a partisan split that has stymied action in Congress and many state capitols over how best to respond to a record-high number of gun-related deaths in the U.S.
Oklahoma House Democrats on Thursday called for a special session to consider gun safety legislation, but that’s unlikely to happen in a GOP-controlled Legislature that has been pushing for years to loosen firearms restrictions.
Republican Gov. Kevin Stitt, who is running for reelection, said last week after the Texas shooting that it was too soon to talk about firearms policy. A pro-firearms group, the Oklahoma 2nd Amendment Association, is an influential force at the state Capitol, and the first bill Stitt signed into law after taking office in 2019 was a measure that allows most adults to openly carry firearms without the previously required background check or training.
The shooting Wednesday also comes just more than two weeks after shooting at a Buffalo supermarket by a white man who is accused of killing 10 Black people in a racist attack. The recent Memorial Day weekend saw multiple mass shootings nationwide, including at an outdoor festival in Taft, Oklahoma, 45 miles from Tulsa, even as single-death incidents accounted for most gun fatalities.
Since January, there have been 12 shootings where four or more people have been killed, according to The Associated Press/USA TODAY/Northeastern University mass killing database. Those shootings have left 76 dead, including 31 adults and children in Buffalo and Texas, the database says. The death toll does not include the suspects in the shootings. | https://www.wcnc.com/article/news/nation-world/tulsa-shooter-targets/507-b2ebdaff-1fbb-47f4-8c86-6cc4062917eb | 2022-06-02T17:52:19Z | https://www.wcnc.com/article/news/nation-world/tulsa-shooter-targets/507-b2ebdaff-1fbb-47f4-8c86-6cc4062917eb | false | 27 |
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When first introduced in One Piece’s Water 7 saga, CP9 was one of the most powerful organizations seen in the series thus far. The government-trained and authorized band of assassins were some of the most ruthless characters in One Piece, prioritizing the punishment of pirates above all else, including civilian life.
CP9’s formal and full introduction also heralded a power-scaling system for One Piece, which was quickly abandoned. However, its inaugural and sole use in One Piece did fans the favor of ranking the CP9 agents by overall strength, making the pecking order incredibly clear.
Here’s every member of CP9 in One Piece, ranked based on strength.
One Piece’s CP9 agency falls into the classic trope of weak leading the strong
8) Spandam (9)
Coming in dead last with a power level of 9 is the leader of CP9, Spandam. For context, the power scaling system of One Piece counts an average marine with a weapon as a 10, making the leader of this assassin organization even weaker than a typical soldier.
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That being said, Spandam does have supplemental items that boost his strength. He is literally and metaphorically a threat via his Eleph-Eleph Fruit Sword Funkfreed and access to the Buster Call. Despite these tricks, however, he was and still is one of the weakest characters in the series.
7) Kalifa (630)
In seventh with a respectable 630 power level is Kalifa, the femme fatale of CP9 and, additionally, wielder of the Bubble-Bubble Fruit. According to this ranking system, any power level above 500 is classified as superhuman, which emphasizes just how strong Kalifa is.
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Despite her low ranking within the group, she was still undoubtedly a force to be reckoned with. While it’s true he wasn’t fighting back, she was strong enough to knock Sanji out and utterly defeat him, proving just how powerful she was at the time.
6) Fukurou (800)
The sixth strongest member of CP9 is Fukurou, who is also the one who indexes the other members’ power rankings. He shows up with a power level of 800. As mentioned above, anything upwards of 500 is considered superhuman, putting Fukurou well into that category.
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His powers are relatively unremarkable outside of the typical CP9 agent Rokushiki abilities. However, he’s shown enough strength to easily beat down Franky, who himself is no pushover when it comes to a fight.
5) Kumadori (810)
In fifth at a power level just above Fukurou’s 800 is Kumadori clocking in at 810. While the gap may indicate a minimal difference in their physical strength, Kumadori is undoubtedly the stronger of the two.
This is mainly thanks to his Seimei Kikan technique, which grants him total control over his entire body and all bodily functions.
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Beyond this, there’s nothing too remarkable about his other abilities, such as the Rokushiki which all CP9 members are able to use. While he does have some interesting variations, none of them are creative or seemingly powerful enough to warrant a higher ranking.
4) Blueno (820)
The Door-Door Fruit user Blueno kicks off the top half of CP9’s strongest members, coming in fourth with a power level of 820. His powers are nothing special in terms of pure combat, but his Door-Door Fruit skills can add an extra, unforeseen level of difficulty in fighting him.
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Blueno’s main highlighted quality, which separates him from the lower members, is his perception and intuition. A major example of this is when he sees Spandam’s Den-Den Mushi, correctly surmising something to be amiss on Enies Lobby.
While still one of the strongest members of the group, it’s certainly not a major highlight of his value as an agent.
3) Jabra (2180)
Coming in third with a massive jump from fourth is Jabra with a power level of 2180. He is in possession of the Mutt-Mutt Fruit Model: Wolf during the Enies Lobby arc, which is used with incredible lethality and prejudice.
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He’s over twice as strong as Blueno and certainly gives Zoro and Usopp a run for their money when teaming up against them with Kaku.
While he wasn’t as impressive during his fight with Sanji, he still put on a good show which demonstrated why he’s the third strongest agent. His Devil Fruit powers also synergise well with his Rokushiki skills, boosting his overall physical strength and giving him sharp, elongated nails for extra damage and depth.
2) Kaku (2200)
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In second place is Kaku, who is one of the smartest members of CP9. A major example is his ability to function as a lie detector by checking the speed of one’s pulse while making a statement.
His strengths and capabilities extend beyond this, but that specific skill undoubtedly demonstrates his intelligence and cunning.
Kaku’s strengths consist of the standard Rokushiki techniques all CP9 agents have, as well as his Devil Fruit powers. His Ox-Ox Fruit Model: Giraffe allows him to essentially turn his entire body into a sword via combination with the Rokushiki abilities. It’s incredibly destructive and dangerous, which the Enies Lobby arc perfectly showcases.
1) Rob Lucci (4000)
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Finally, coming in first is the spiritual leader of the group, Rob Lucci. His power level of 4000 dwarfs that of every other member. Lucci's intelligence matches his power level, with cunning and ingenuity also two of his demonstrated skills.
Two major factors into Rob Lucci’s massive strength are his mastery over the Rokushiki and his Devil Fruit, the Cat-Cat Fruit Model: Leopard. He’s so talented in the former that he’s unlocked a secret technique no other member uses. The Rokushiki also blends with his Devil Fruit to become even more powerful.
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Kim Kardashian spills on how she and Pete Davidson got together
By Lisa Respers France, CNN
We now know possibly more than we ever wanted to about how Kim Kardashian and Pete Davidson ended up together.
In the latest episode of “The Kardashians,” the mogul shared that she made the first move on the “Saturday Night Live” star after they appeared in a skit together when she hosted the show last October.
“So, this is how it went down with Pete,” Kardashian said. “I did ‘SNL,’ and then when we kissed in the scene, it was just a vibe.”
When Davidson didn’t attend her after-party, she decided to pursue him.
“I called the producer at ‘SNL’ and was like, ‘Hey, do you have Pete’s number?,” she recounted. “And they were like, ‘Yeah.’ I text him. I wasn’t even thinking like, ‘Oh my God, I’m gonna be in a relationship with him.'”
To keep it family friendly, let’s just say Kardashian was looking for a little physicality.
But she ended up falling for him. She said she enjoys doing simple things with him, like going to the gym and watching television.
“Pete has got to be literally the best human being I’ve ever met,” she said. “Like the best heart.”
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The city of Baltimore filed a lawsuit against one of the largest manufacturers of “ghost gun” kits in the United States on Wednesday, the same day Maryland’s ban on the untraceable weapons went into effect.
Mayor Brandon Scott said the suit was filed in Baltimore Circuit Court against Nevada-based Polymer80, which sells kits for customers to assemble themselves, and Hanover Armory, an Anne Arundel County gun store. The suit alleges that Polymer80 intentionally undermines federal and state firearms laws by designing, manufacturing, and providing kits and parts without serial numbers to buyers who do not undergo background checks.
“Takedowns are not enough. Legislation is not enough,” Scott said during a news conference. “We have to crack down on the companies that are profiting off of destruction and death in our communities.”
The new state law expands the definition of a firearm to include “an unfinished frame or receiver.” Anyone who sells or transfers a ghost gun faces up to five years in prison and a fine of up to $10,000. When a second phase of the law takes effect in March 2023, a person who possesses a ghost gun will face two years in prison and a fine of up to $10,000.
Polymer80 President and CEO Loran Kelley Jr. declined to comment to The Associated Press. A person who answered the phone at Hanover Armory declined to comment, news outlets reported. It’s unclear whether either business has been served.
The lawsuit was filed by the city’s affirmative litigation division, the Brady Center to Prevent Gun Violence and Sanford Heisler Sharp, a national public-interest law firm. It is similar to ones filed by the cities of Washington, D.C., and Los Angeles. While the suit doesn’t specify what damages it seeks, City Solicitor James Shea said officials are working on an estimate that would be “substantial.”
City police have said ghost guns have been used in an increasing number of shootings. No ghost guns were seized in the city until 2018, but last year police recovered 324, 14% of all firearms recovered, officials said. So far this year, ghost guns accounted for 19% of all guns seized. Ninety-one percent of ghost guns recovered by police in Baltimore from January 2020 until this April were Polymer80 guns, according to the complaint.
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Preamble
Football, having barely stopped for the last two years, keeps on keepin’ on. Just when we thought the players could scoot off for a well-deserved summer holiday – long lie-ins, sunbeds by the pool, tinnies, the whole shebang – here comes the Nations League! Tonight’s big game is the Iberian showdown between Spain and Portugal, though we’ll also keep an eye on Northern Ireland versus Greece, plus all the other 7.45pm BST kick-offs.
There were a few 5pm BST kick-offs as well, and they’ll be finishing in a minute. More on them anon. But in the meantime, here’s tonight’s full card (all times BST):
A2
Czech Republic v Switzerland (7.45pm)
Spain v Portugal (7.45pm)
B2
Albania v Russia (P)
Israel v Iceland (7.45pm)
B4
Serbia v Norway (7.45pm)
Slovenia v Sweden (7.45pm)
C2
Cyprus v Kosovo (5pm)
Northern Ireland v Greece (7.45pm)
C4
Georgia v Gibraltar (5pm)
Bulgaria v North Macedonia (5pm)
D2
Estonia v San Marino (5 pm)
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AVON LAKE, Ohio (AP) — Ford will add 6,200 factory jobs in Michigan, Missouri and Ohio as it prepares to build more electric vehicles and roll out two redesigned combustion-engine models.
The company says it will invest $3.7 billion in the three states between now and 2026. It also will convert about 3,000 temporary workers to full-time status with pay raises and benefits.
A factory in Avon Lake, Ohio, near Cleveland, will be expanded so it can build an unidentified new electric commercial vehicle, with 1,800 new jobs. Ninety more jobs will be added in Lima and Sharonville, Ohio.
A plant in Claycomo, Missouri, near Kansas City, that makes big electric and combustion-engine Transit vans will get a third shift of 1,100 workers to handle increased demand.
In Michigan, Ford Motor Co. plans to add 2,000 jobs at three assembly plants, and another 1,200 at other facilities.
A factory in the Detroit suburb of Wayne that now builds the Ranger midsize pickup will see investment and jobs to make a new Ranger. A plant in Flat Rock south of Detroit will make a new version of the Mustang muscle car. And Ford's Electric Vehicle Center in Dearborn also will see investment and jobs so it can build more F-150 Lightning electric pickups to meet unexpectedly high demand. The company also will add 600 jobs at a new parts packaging facility in Monroe, Michigan, and another 600 at several Michigan component plants.
It's part of Ford's plan to be able to make 2 million electric vehicles per year globally by 2026.
Kumar Galhotra, president of Ford Blue, the company's division that makes internal combustion vehicles, said the EV investments are needed in part because Ford underestimated demand for EVs.
As soon as Ford opened reservations for the electric F-150, it began planning to expand the Dearborn plant that makes them, he said. “The reservations were so much higher than the (production) capacity that we had put in,” Galhotra said. “This is the first time in my career that we were expanding the plant before the plant was built.”
Ford stopped taking reservations for the F-150 Lightning at 200,000, and it's now converting reservations to orders. About two-thirds of those contacted so far are converting, but the company said it didn't have an exact number. In addition, the Mustang Mach-E SUV and E-Transit vans are sold out for the year, Galhotra said.
Like other automakers, Ford finds itself adding workers to build both internal combustion and electric vehicles as the industry makes a transition to battery power, said Kristin Dziczek, a policy adviser with the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago who follows the industry.
Although studies show that automakers will need fewer workers to build electric vehicles because there are fewer moving parts, it doesn't necessarily mean big layoffs down the road, Dziczek said. Automakers are producing many of their own EV parts such as axles and electric motors in North America to avoid pandemic-related supply chain disruptions overseas, creating new jobs. Plus there will be worker retirements over the next decade during the transition, Dziczek said.
“There are so many moving pieces," she said. "It's hard to say what the employment level needs to be.”
Automakers have been converting temporary workers to full-time status with higher pay to attract entry-level workers during the recent labor shortage, Dziczek said.
Ford wouldn't give details of the commercial EV to be built at the Ohio Assembly Plant by mid-decade. The factory has been on the edge of closure for much of its life but has managed to survive. Galhotra says it now has a bright future.
News of the expansion couldn't come any sooner for Cody Newsome, a skilled trades apprentice on layoff at the factory, which now makes large vans and trucks.
He's hoping the company will bring him back to work as it builds more space and adds workers. “This is really huge for us because this is a long-term investment,” said Newsome, 28, a third-generation Ford worker. “This is not a small little project. So job security, huge.”
“We've been waiting for this day for a long time,” said Jason Williams, a union bargaining representative at the plant. “We’re trying to secure the future for our kids, our families, families of the community.”
Ohio is offering about $200 million in incentives to Ford, while Michigan is contributing about $150 million. Although there will be a small capital investment in Missouri, there are no incentives for this project.
Ford said it already has begun switching the temporary workers to full-time, and it's starting to hire the new workers.
The announcement came a year ahead of when contract talks start with the United Auto Workers union. New product and job announcements normally are part of the negotiations.
Ford's decision to build three battery plants and one new assembly plant in Kentucky and Tennessee last year raised questions about the company's manufacturing commitment to its home state and region.
Michigan politicians worked hard to lure General Motors EV assembly and battery plants in January after losing the Ford plants to the Southern states.
It's likely that Ford will build a fourth North American battery factory in the Great Lakes region in a joint venture with SK Innovation of Korea, but Galhotra said he's not ready to make an announcement yet.
At the pace Ford is moving with EVs, more production will be needed, Galhotra said, pointing to the Michigan site where the electric F-150 is being built and the commercial EV to be built in Ohio. “We'll have more announcements to come,” he said.
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Krisher reported from Detroit.
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Shares of DigitalBridge Group, Inc. (NYSE:DBRG – Get Rating) were down 3.5% during trading on Thursday . The stock traded as low as $5.68 and last traded at $5.72. Approximately 81,456 shares traded hands during mid-day trading, a decline of 98% from the average daily volume of 4,843,091 shares. The stock had previously closed at $5.93.
Several equities research analysts recently issued reports on DBRG shares. BMO Capital Markets lowered shares of DigitalBridge Group from an “outperform” rating to a “market perform” rating in a report on Wednesday, May 11th. JPMorgan Chase & Co. raised shares of DigitalBridge Group from an “underweight” rating to a “neutral” rating and set a $7.00 price target on the stock in a report on Friday, March 18th. Zacks Investment Research raised shares of DigitalBridge Group from a “strong sell” rating to a “hold” rating in a report on Wednesday, April 27th. Finally, Raymond James decreased their price target on shares of DigitalBridge Group from $10.00 to $9.50 and set a “strong-buy” rating on the stock in a report on Monday, February 28th. Three analysts have rated the stock with a hold rating, two have issued a buy rating and one has issued a strong buy rating to the company’s stock. According to data from MarketBeat.com, the company presently has a consensus rating of “Buy” and an average price target of $9.25.
The firm’s 50-day moving average is $6.66 and its 200 day moving average is $7.26. The company has a current ratio of 1.93, a quick ratio of 1.93 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.57. The firm has a market capitalization of $3.28 billion, a price-to-earnings ratio of -8.35 and a beta of 1.76.
Several hedge funds and other institutional investors have recently modified their holdings of the company. Mirae Asset Global Investments Co. Ltd. lifted its position in shares of DigitalBridge Group by 48.2% in the 1st quarter. Mirae Asset Global Investments Co. Ltd. now owns 17,980 shares of the company’s stock worth $129,000 after purchasing an additional 5,850 shares during the period. Neuberger Berman Group LLC lifted its position in shares of DigitalBridge Group by 4.9% during the 1st quarter. Neuberger Berman Group LLC now owns 3,462,561 shares of the company’s stock valued at $24,931,000 after acquiring an additional 163,200 shares during the period. Sawtooth Solutions LLC acquired a new position in shares of DigitalBridge Group during the 1st quarter valued at $229,000. Conversant Capital LLC lifted its position in shares of DigitalBridge Group by 13.6% during the 1st quarter. Conversant Capital LLC now owns 4,580,000 shares of the company’s stock valued at $32,976,000 after acquiring an additional 550,000 shares during the period. Finally, EP Wealth Advisors LLC acquired a new position in shares of DigitalBridge Group during the 1st quarter valued at $487,000. Hedge funds and other institutional investors own 79.37% of the company’s stock.
DigitalBridge Group Company Profile (NYSE:DBRG)
DigitalBridge Group, Inc is a leading global digital infrastructure REIT and private equity firm. With a heritage of over 25 years investing in and operating businesses across the digital ecosystem including towers, data centers, fiber, small cells, and edge infrastructure, the DigitalBridge team manages a $35 billion portfolio of digital infrastructure assets on behalf of its limited partners and shareholders.
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FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (AP) — The remains of a teenager who went missing nearly 50 years ago have been identified through advanced DNA technology, and detectives believe she may have been slain by a police officer who was also a serial killer.
Susan Poole, 15, was a high school dropout whose family reported her missing just before Christmas in 1972. She had been living between the family's home in a trailer park near Fort Lauderdale and with a friend in a nearby apartment, Palm Beach County Sheriff's Detective William Springer said during a news conference Thursday.
“Nobody knew where she went,” he said, noting that her clothes and pocketbook were left at the friend's apartment.
A year and a half later, in June 1974, sheriff's deputies were called to a remote location in Palm Beach County where human remains were found.
“She was tied up in the mangroves with wire to a tree," Springer said. “She was skeletal remains, totally nothing left of her except bones."
Back then, detectives didn't have the DNA technology that is now readily available, so the case quickly turned cold, he said.
In 2015, investigators submitted DNA to a national missing persons database, which turned up nothing.
Then, in December, Othram, a Texas-based forensics lab that builds DNA profiles using genealogy, contacted the sheriff's office and said they may be able to help solve cold cases. In March, the company provided the names of the victim's mother and siblings. Springer said they provided a DNA sample from Poole's mother, who was verified as a match.
Now Springer is looking for evidence that connects Poole to Gerard Schaefer, a serial killer who was fatally stabbed by a fellow inmate at the Florida State Prison in 1995. Schaffer had been a police officer in Wilton Manors, a Fort Lauderdale suburb, and was a deputy with the Martin County Sheriff's Office at the time Poole disappeared, Springer said.
Schaefer was found guilty of murdering two other girls, ages 16 and 17, who lived near Fort Lauderdale. Their mutilated and decapitated remains were found in April 1973 in Martin County. Because of a U.S. Supreme Court ruling, Florida did not have a death penalty in the early 1970s and Schaefer was sentenced to life in prison.
Because of the similar way in which those teens were killed, Springer said he believes Schaefer could have been involved in Poole’s death. Authorities say Schaefer was implicated in up to 30 deaths.
Robert Stone, who prosecuted Schaefer, once called him, “the most sexually deviant person I had ever seen. He made Ted Bundy look like a Boy Scout.”
Investigators are hoping to speak to several friends who lived near Poole when she disappeared and could possibly fill in some blanks about her activities during that time. Springer wants to know if she frequently hitchhiked or whether she had ever confided in them about any kind of relationship with Schaeffer.
For Poole's mother, who is in her 90s, and siblings, the news has brought some closure, Springer said.
“The family was happy to know what happened," he said. “It’s been a long time waiting to see what happened to their sister." ___
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2022 Health, Beauty & Wellness Awards Recognize Industry Innovators and Pioneers
LYONS, Colo., June 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Premium lifestyle publication LUXLife Magazine recently announced the winners of its 2022 Health, Beauty & Wellness Awards, naming Green Goo by Sierra Sage Herbs as the Best Plant-Based First Aid & Body Care Products Company - USA.
LUXLife has presented these distinguished awards annually since 2017, aiming to celebrate those companies and brands who are championing trends in the health, beauty and wellness sector, in addition to recognizing the industry's leading innovators and pioneers.
"We're so grateful to the editors of LUXLife for honoring our brand," said Green Goo by Sierra Sage Herbs CEO and Co-Founder Jodi Scott. "The past few years have shifted priorities for many people, allowing us all to more fully embrace our own individual definitions of self-care, and as a brand, Green Goo continually strives to offer plant-based body care solutions with superior efficacy that provide that extra bit of comfort, relief, and serenity."
Winners of the LUXLife Health, Beauty & Wellness Awards are chosen by a select group of brand researchers, with many of the world's most internationally-renowned brands, individuals, and high-end products highlighted in the magazine.
LUXLife Magazine is a premium lifestyle publication which was founded in 2015 by the publishing company AI Global Media Ltd. Distributed to a circulation of 238,000 globally, LUXLife focuses on a range of topics within the luxury lifestyle industry, featuring articles on: fashion, beauty, fine dining, travel, luxury real estate and much more. Within its pages you'll find everything from product news and reviews, to in-depth pieces on trends, features and commentary; all designed to inform, entertain and inspire.
Committed to making the best all-natural, plant-based skincare products, Sierra Sage Herbs, now part of Creso Pharma, is on a mission to spread goodness, empower change, and redefine natural body care. Founded in 2008 by sisters Jodi and Jen Scott and their mother, Kathy Scott, the company's natural products brands, which are cruelty free and made in the USA, include Green Goo, Good Goo, and Southern Butter. These brands are sold across more than 100,000 points of distribution around the US, including Whole Foods, Walmart, Amazon, Target.com, CVS, Walgreen's, Rite Aid, Albertsons, and Kroger, among many others. A certified B Corp, Sierra Sage Herbs aligns and partners with charities, aid organizations, and causes both in the United States and around the world. To learn more, visit: www.sierrasageherbs.com.
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Thomas and Jack Blaine pictured in 1974 with Paul Dunne (centre)
People still traumatised at the brutal murder of two elderly brothers continue to lay flowers at the door of their home nearly ten years on, a TV documentary will hear this week.
The brutal killing of Jack (76) and Tom Blaine (69) in Castlebar, Co Mayo on July 10, 2013 is recalled in the Marú Inár Measc series on TG4 on Wednesday at 9.45pm.
Released prisoner Alan Cawley (32) of Four Winds, Corrinbla, Ballina, Co Mayo was found guilty of bludgeoning the men in their home with a shovel and one of their walking sticks.
Cousin of the murdered man, Paul Dunne (above) told the doc: "I don't think people will ever forget what happened. Every anniversary that comes up, people leave flowers outside the front door of the house.
"I also see people in cars bless themselves when they pass the house."
Paul added: "Sometimes it doesn't bear thinking about, how something like that could happen in the middle of Castlebar."
Reflecting on the murder trial, he continued: "I was delighted that [Cawley] was found guilty. To be honest, I wanted the maximum that they could give him."
He added that the murders affected a lot of people in many places as he got letters about the murders from the US.
The trial in the Central Criminal Court heard claims that Cawley had three mental disorders that had diminished his responsibility and was therefore entitled to a manslaughter verdict.
However, he was unanimously found guilty of murder by a jury after an hour and 42 minutes of deliberations and was given the mandatory life sentence by Mr Justice Paul Coffey on July 25, 2017.
The trial heard Tom had schizophrenia and his brother Jack had dementia, a tremor and a severe hunch in his back, having been involved in a serious accident on a building site years earlier.
Both brothers also had speech impediments. They were under the care of the HSE, and a home help called to them three times a day.
Cawley was released from Castlerea prison four days before the killings and was provided with B&B accommodation in Castlebar.
The trial heard he had developed a dependence on alcohol and prescription drugs and was in and out of both hospital and prison.
He was seen drinking in pubs in Castlebar the evening before the murders and witnesses described his behaviour as bizarre and he had told people he was a junior doctor who would be carrying out autopsies on any bodies found that night.
Passing sentence, Justice Coffey described the murders as "wanton" and "savage."
The doc will also hear from Garda Superintendent Gary Walsh and publican Rocky Moran who was a neighbour of the two victims.
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KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — A lawsuit challenging state control of the Kansas City police department will proceed after a Jackson County judge declined this week to dismiss it.
Gwendolyn Grant, president and CEO of the Urban League of Greater Kansas City, contends in the lawsuit against the Kansas City Police Board of Commissioners that state control of the city's police department is discriminatory and prevents Kansas City residents from having a say in how millions of tax dollars are spent in their city, The Kansas City Star reported.
The board consists of the Kansas City mayor and four members appointed by Missouri's governor. Kansas City is the only city in the state with a police department controlled by a state board.
The current arrangement constitutes “taxation without representation," and violates Missouri's Hancock Amendment, which limits state revenues and local taxes, Grant argues in the lawsuit.
She also argues the current system is discriminatory because it involves a city with a large Black population.
“The Court’s denial of the Police Board’s motion to dismiss clears the way for a long-overdue constitutional challenge to this antiquated system, and the antiquated values it represents,” Grant said in a lawsuit. | https://www.bigrapidsnews.com/news/article/Lawsuit-over-Kansas-City-police-control-allowed-17215227.php | 2022-06-02T18:01:21Z | https://www.bigrapidsnews.com/news/article/Lawsuit-over-Kansas-City-police-control-allowed-17215227.php | false | 11 |
Will Teaching Aggressors a Lesson Deter Future Wars?
Calls to inflict a decisive defeat on Russia are misguided and won’t necessarily prevent Putin or others from using force.
Westerners—such as NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg—who favor ever-greater levels of support for Ukraine sometimes imply that inflicting a decisive defeat on Russia will prevent future wars in other places. If Russia is decisively beaten, or at least denied any significant gains, the West will have shown that “aggression does not pay.” Not only will Russian President Vladimir Putin learn his lesson and never try something like this again, but other world leaders who might be contemplating the use of force—such as Chinese President Xi Jinping—will think twice before trying something similar.
Some observers, such as Francis Fukuyama, go even further and suggest a decisive Russian defeat could end the malaise that Western liberalism has experienced in recent years and restore the waning “spirit of 1989.”
If Ukraine and the West fail to inflict a crushing defeat on the Russian aggressor, however, and if Kyiv is eventually forced to compromise with Moscow, then illiberal ideals will be partly vindicated, and the risk of future aggression (including new Russian gambits) will increase. As U.S. President Joe Biden wrote in the New York Times: “If Russia does not pay a heavy price for its actions, it will send a message to other would-be aggressors that they too can seize territory and subjugate other countries.” More alarmingly, historian Timothy Snyder warns that “the fate of democracies hangs in the balance.”
Westerners—such as NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg—who favor ever-greater levels of support for Ukraine sometimes imply that inflicting a decisive defeat on Russia will prevent future wars in other places. If Russia is decisively beaten, or at least denied any significant gains, the West will have shown that “aggression does not pay.” Not only will Russian President Vladimir Putin learn his lesson and never try something like this again, but other world leaders who might be contemplating the use of force—such as Chinese President Xi Jinping—will think twice before trying something similar.
Some observers, such as Francis Fukuyama, go even further and suggest a decisive Russian defeat could end the malaise that Western liberalism has experienced in recent years and restore the waning “spirit of 1989.”
If Ukraine and the West fail to inflict a crushing defeat on the Russian aggressor, however, and if Kyiv is eventually forced to compromise with Moscow, then illiberal ideals will be partly vindicated, and the risk of future aggression (including new Russian gambits) will increase. As U.S. President Joe Biden wrote in the New York Times: “If Russia does not pay a heavy price for its actions, it will send a message to other would-be aggressors that they too can seize territory and subjugate other countries.” More alarmingly, historian Timothy Snyder warns that “the fate of democracies hangs in the balance.”
Arguments of this sort have been a staple of hard-line (and especially neoconservative) discourse for decades. Like the domino theory, which refuses to die no matter how often it is disproved, such claims transform the outcome of a single conflict into a struggle for the fate of the entire planet. The choice we are said to face is stark. Down one path: a revitalized liberal order led by a unified alliance of powerful, peace-loving democracies, and a future where war is rare and prosperity reigns. Down the other path: a world of rising autocracy, eroding human rights, and more war. According to this view, Ukraine must win big, or all is lost.
Framing the issue in this way stacks the deck in favor of always doing more and rejecting any sort of compromise, but is the choice as stark as hard-liners make out? Does defeating an aggressor really teach others to behave better? It would be a more benign world if this were the case, but a quick glance at the past century or so suggests otherwise.
Start with World War I. Although all the major European powers played a role in the outbreak of war, Germany was the driving force during the July Crisis of 1914. Overly fearful of rising Russian power, German leaders used the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria and the confrontation between Austria-Hungary and Serbia as the occasion for a preventive war for hegemony in Europe. The result was four horrific years of war, a total German defeat at the hands of the Allies, the end of the Hohenzollern monarchy and its Austro-Hungarian and Ottoman allies, and the imposition of a highly punitive peace treaty.
Yet the stark reality of Germany’s defeat didn’t teach Adolf Hitler not to make his own bid for European hegemony some 20 years later; indeed, the myth that Germany had been stabbed in the back and the harsh peace imposed at Versailles helped fuel the rise of Nazism and set the stage for another round of war. Nor did the carnage of the First World War teach Imperial Japan that trying to carve out its own empire in Asia was a bad idea.
The chief aggressors were also soundly punished in World War II. Japan was firebombed repeatedly, and two of its cities were destroyed by atomic bombs; Germany was occupied and subsequently divided into two separate states; and Hitler and Italian leader Benito Mussolini both ended up dead. A clearer demonstration that “aggression does not pay” would be hard to imagine, and a good case can be made that both Germany and Japan learned that lesson well. But this lesson didn’t stop Kim Il Sung from attacking South Korea in 1950 (with Joseph Stalin’s full support) or convince various leaders elsewhere in Asia or the Middle East that going to war was always unwise.
Similarly, one might have thought the French and American experiences in Vietnam would offer a vivid and enduring reminder of the dangers of hubris and the limits of military power, not to mention the futility of trying to nation-build in a deeply divided society without a competent local partner. Yet the George W. Bush administration paid no heed to this lesson when it invaded Afghanistan in 2001 and Iraq in 2003.
Mind you, it’s not just great powers that get taught harsh lessons after launching an aggressive war. Back in 1982, Argentina’s military junta decided that the British Falkland Islands (which they call the Malvinas) were theirs and decided to take the territory by force. Britain sank the flagship of the Argentine navy and successfully retook the islands, and popular protests in Argentina eventually swept the generals from power.
Iraq’s Saddam Hussein eventually suffered a similar fate. His decision to attack revolutionary Iran in 1980 led to nearly eight years of war in which hundreds of thousands of Iraqis lost their lives and Iraq’s economy cratered. Two years later, he decided to solve the economic problems the first war had created by seizing neighboring Kuwait, only to be ignominiously expelled by a U.S.-led coalition and placed under highly intrusive United Nations sanctions. Aggression didn’t pay in either case, but Saddam’s failures didn’t stop some other countries—including some prominent democracies—from starting new wars themselves.
If painful defeats really sent clear warnings to others, the Soviet and American experiences in Afghanistan and the U.S. experience in Iraq after 2003 would have taught Putin and his associates that invading Ukraine was likely to trigger a powerful nationalist reaction and encourage outside powers to do what they could to thwart his aims. Surely he knew that the United States had helped defeat the Soviet occupation of Afghanistan by supplying the mujahideen, just as Syria and Iran had each helped the Iraqi insurgents defeat the U.S. effort in Iraq. The lesson of these two conflicts seems all too obvious, but Putin seems to have convinced himself it didn’t apply to Ukraine.
Not every aggressive war ends in defeat, of course, but there seems to be no shortage of cases where aggressors were badly beaten and more than a few where the people who started the war paid a large personal price for their folly. Yet the lesson that “aggression does not pay” is typically ignored or forgotten. Why?
One reason is that the lessons of any given war aren’t always clear-cut, and reasonable people can draw different conclusions from a defeat. Was going to war a bad idea from the start, or was defeat due to poor implementation or just bad luck? The lessons from a failed war will also be discarded if policymakers believe that this time is different, and that new knowledge, new technology, a clever new strategy, or a uniquely favorable set of political circumstances will bring success this time around. One should never underestimate what elites can talk themselves into if they really want to go to war.
A second problem—one highlighted in the work of the late scholar Robert Jervis—is that humans tend to place more weight on their own experiences than on the experiences of others. Leaders in one country may be intimately familiar with their own national history (though they have probably absorbed a self-serving version of it), but they will know and care less about what happened to other nations in similar circumstances.
And it’s easy to dismiss another country’s failure by claiming their cause was not as just, their resolve not as great, and their military not as competent as one’s own. Moreover, because decisions for war typically reflect a complex weighing of threats, opportunities, expected costs, and alternatives, what happened to another country in a wholly different conflict may not loom large in their calculations.
Furthermore, leaders who start wars are often aware that there are risks involved, and they sometimes recognize that the odds of victory are slim. Even so, they will “roll the iron dice” if they believe the alternative is even worse. To take an obvious example, Japan’s leaders in 1941 understood that the United States was vastly stronger and that attacking Pearl Harbor was a huge gamble that would probably fail. Nonetheless, they believed the alternative was bowing to U.S. pressure and giving up their quest for great-power status and Asian dominance—an outcome they regarded as infinitely worse.
The bottom line is that U.S. policymakers should not base their actions today on the belief that victory in Ukraine (or Yemen or Ethiopia or Libya) is going to tilt the arc of history decisively in the directions they favor. Nor will the outcome of today’s conflicts have much effect on how future leaders think about their own prospects when they are deciding whether to launch a war.
There are good reasons to support Ukraine’s efforts to resist Russia (though reasonable people can disagree about how far that support should go), but the future of democracy does not hang in the balance. Instead of seeing this war as an opportunity to teach Russia a lesson, policymakers should concentrate on identifying the specific interests and issues at stake right now and try to devise a peace settlement that can give everyone enough of what they want to discourage another round of fighting.
Figuring out how to do that is hard enough, without fooling ourselves into thinking that the fate of humanity rests on the outcome.
Stephen M. Walt is a columnist at Foreign Policy and the Robert and Renée Belfer professor of international relations at Harvard University.
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America's Diner brings the comfort of Denny's to guests' homes with new line of apparel and gear
SPARTANBURG, S.C., June 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The new Denny's Social Stars Influenced Menu co-created by TikTok* content makers hit restaurants in February as part of the brand's new limited-time menu options. Today, just in time for summer, Denny's is launching DinerDrip.com, an online merch store offering fun and unique gear, accessories and more specifically designed for fans of the iconic brand.
For the first time, America's Diner is making it easier than ever for guests to showcase their brand love whenever and wherever they want with items that are available exclusively from Denny's. Inspired by America's Diner's famous coffee and the smooth "drip" of the brand's pancake syrup, the branded merch evokes the same warm and welcoming feelings guests feel walking into their local restaurant.
"We love to feed people – bodies, minds and souls and launching a new merch store is another way for us to feed the love that our guests have for the Denny's brand," said Denny's Chief Brand Officer John Dillon. "The first four collections celebrate the food and heritage that makes us America's Diner and represent a range of ages, backgrounds and lifestyles that appeal to the diversity of our guests tastes – on and off the menu."
Whether guests are treating themselves to new gear for summer outings or gifting dad a Father's Day present, DinerDrip.com has something for everyone. Denny's debuted 15 new items across four unique collections including:
- Social Stars: This limited-edition series is inspired by the brand's new Social Stars Influenced Menu items and includes a first-of-its kind rolling pin that imprints the Denny's logo onto baked creations, a Denny's Clearly Very Fruity transparent umbrella and Jala-Bac Burger collectible lapel pins.
- Fluff: A comfy collection inspired by Denny's fluffy pancakes that includes "Live Laugh Fluff" sweatshirts, joggers and a fluffy bucket hat.
- Since 1953: Steeped in heritage, this collection combines fashion favorites – t-shirts, rope hats and the classic denim trucker jacket – with retro Denny's logos and imagery with a modern twist.
- The Classics: Created for those who love timeless fashion, this collection features seasonless, everyday wearables and fashion items.
Denny's new merch collections are available while supplies last and can be found at DinerDrip.com and Dennys.com. The new merch store will feature limited-edition merchandise that will be updated with new collections throughout the year. Purchases from DinerDrip.com will support the brand's Hungry for Education Scholarship to help to fight childhood hunger and promote education for elementary, high school and college students across the country.
*TikTok stars include Jenny Solares (@es_jenny_solares), The EnkyBoys (@EnkyBoys), Jonathan Chavez (@PaqJonathan69), Elise Osafo (@ElTheEgg), Elliott Norris (@CallMeBelly) and Matt Taylor (@Mattheperson).
Denny's Corporation is the franchisor and operator of one of America's largest franchised full-service restaurant chains, based on the number of restaurants. As of March 30, 2022, Denny's had 1,643 franchised, licensed, and company restaurants around the world including 153 restaurants in Canada, Puerto Rico, Mexico, the Philippines, New Zealand, Honduras, the United Arab Emirates, Costa Rica, Guam, Guatemala, El Salvador, Indonesia, and the United Kingdom. For further information on Denny's, including news releases, please visit the Denny's website at www.dennys.com or the brand's social channel via Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn or YouTube.
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4 Kenyans shot dead in protest against dangerous wildlife
NAIROBI, Kenya (AP) — Kenyan police say that a demonstration against the threats posed by wildlife turned deadly when four protesters were shot dead. Mashuru town police chief Charles Chepkonga said the protesters clashed with security forces, resulting in the fatal shootings Thursday. The Kajiado county governor called on police to avoid using “excessive force” and urged Kenyan wildlife authorities to “keep their animals away from our people.” The demonstration blocked the Nairobi-Mombasa highway for hours. Residents have called on the Kenya Wildlife Service to find a solution to the conflicts between people and animals, with farmers upset that elephants destroy their crops and kill people. | https://ktvz.com/news/ap-national-news/2022/06/02/4-kenyans-shot-dead-in-protest-against-dangerous-wildlife/ | 2022-06-02T18:03:26Z | https://ktvz.com/news/ap-national-news/2022/06/02/4-kenyans-shot-dead-in-protest-against-dangerous-wildlife/ | true | null |
This commitment will benefit millions of workers worldwide
WASHINGTON, June 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Kicking off National Safety Month, and one year after announcing a historic partnership with Amazon (NASDAQ: AMZN), the National Safety Council (NSC) unveiled the first-of-its-kind MSD Pledge to reduce the most common workplace injury, musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs). Today, during the inaugural Workplace Safety Summit: Business Action to Prevent Musculoskeletal Injuries, more than 15 of the nation's leading organizations joined this effort and signed the pledge to improve workplace safety, reduce MSD risk, and enhance all workers' well-being.
MSDs – such as tendinitis, back strains and sprains, and carpal tunnel syndrome – impact nearly a quarter of the world's population and are the leading cause of worker disability, early retirement, and limitations to gainful employment. The MSD Pledge seeks to create safer outcomes for millions of workers worldwide by reducing these injuries by 25% by 2025. By making critical changes, employers will also build more equitable workplaces for frontline workers and communities of color, which are two groups disproportionately impacted by MSDs.
Along with Amazon and NSC, founding pledge members include Alcon Research, LLC; Ansell Inteliforz; Amentum; American Industrial Hygiene Association; AMP; Benchmark ESG; Cummins Inc.; Human Balance and Stability Systems, LLC; John Deere; MEGA InTech; Meteorite; Tenneco; United Airlines; and VelocityEHS.
Organizations signing the MSD Pledge promise to:
- Reduce risks by analyzing the causes of MSD injuries across operations and investing in solutions and practices that reduce risks to workers.
- Innovate and collaborate by leveraging best practices and sharing learnings and countermeasures to expand upon innovations to improve safety practices.
- Build an organizational culture that values safety by promoting a workplace where safety excellence, transparency, and accurate reporting are equally valued, and where everyone, at every level of the organization, is accountable for the safety and health of workers.
- Commit to a significant reduction of MSD injuries by creating safer outcomes for millions of workers worldwide and reducing MSD risk and subsequent injuries by 25% by 2025.
"While there are no sirens associated with MSDs, their impact is alarming and the damage does not stop when workers leave for the day," said Lorraine Martin, NSC president and CEO. "At NSC, our mission is not only to save lives, but also to prevent injuries and we are asking employers everywhere to join the MSD Pledge and keep workers safe, so they can spend more time doing the things they love with the people they love – which is precisely what this month, National Safety Month, represents."
"We're always investing in new ways to keep our employees safe, and we look forward to working with NSC and the companies that sign this pledge to keep getting better every day," said Heather MacDougall, Amazon vice president for workplace health and safety. "MSDs are a challenge across many different industries, and this pledge will bring together forward-thinking leaders and allow us to share successes and innovate on behalf of all our employees."
In addition to accessing free resources and sharing safety innovations to help reduce MSD risks, MSD Pledge members will participate in the MSD Solutions Index, an annual company index that analyzes the benefits of the pledge over time. The index will aggregate data on risk reduction strategies, workplace safety culture, and innovation and collaboration, while also identifying areas for targeted action and uncovering trends to inform future approaches. MSD Pledge members benefit from free events, training and coaching opportunities from the Council's team of ergonomics experts, as well as opportunities to share best practices and lessons learned with one another. Participation in the MSD Pledge is free and open to any employer that is committed to identifying and reducing risks of MSD injuries and creating a culture of safety at work.
"All employees, no matter what company you work for, deserve a safe workplace," said Donald Flores, United Airlines ramp service employee. "Every day I work hard, safe and smart with the expectation to get back home so I can live my fullest life. I'm proud to work for United and appreciate the high safety standards that are in place to reduce injuries."
The MSD Pledge was developed at the MSD Solutions Lab, a groundbreaking initiative established as part of the NSC and Amazon partnership to solve this omnipresent safety challenge. Led by NSC, the pledge is one of several initiatives launching in 2022 to achieve the program goal of preventing MSDs before they start, including:
- Advisory Council: NSC has named the founding members of the advisory council for this groundbreaking program. Composed of volunteers, these experts in safety, health, ergonomics and innovation support and inform the program's work by engaging in, researching, solving, and amplifying MSD prevention efforts.
- MSD 2025 Pioneering Research: Support comprehensive research efforts, including utilizing natural language processing, case studies, reports, and expansive systematic reviews and meta-analyses to explore current and future MSD prevention-related strategies. The research findings will be available to all industries to explore and glean insights.
- Innovation Challenges: Individuals and organizations alike will have the opportunity to develop and share cutting-edge solutions to prevent and eliminate workplace-related MSDs. During this competition, prizes and grants will be awarded to honor innovation and help fund these solutions.
- Small Business and University Grants: Provide grants to small businesses, universities, and students to fund research and innovation that help companies of all sizes achieve impact.
"At United Airlines, safety is at the foundation of everything we do – especially when it comes to our employees," said Sasha Johnson, United Airlines vice president of corporate safety. "We are committed to providing a safe and supportive work environment, as well as ensuring they have the best information, resources and training. Joining the MSD Pledge furthers our safety commitment as we work together with other organizations to take on the challenge of reducing MSDs."
To learn more about the MSD Pledge, the MSD Solutions Lab, and the risks associated with MSDs, visit https://www.nsc.org/workplace/safety-topics/msd.
The National Safety Council is America's leading nonprofit safety advocate – and has been for over 100 years. As a mission-based organization, we work to eliminate the leading causes of preventable death and injury, focusing our efforts on the workplace, roadway and impairment. We create a culture of safety to not only keep people safer at work, but also beyond the workplace so they can live their fullest lives.
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Bullying video shows middle schooler pouring milk on another student, punching her repeatedly
WENTZVILLE, Mo. (KMOV/Gray News) – A bullying incident at a Missouri middle school was caught on camera, and the video has sparked parents to push school leaders to do something about it.
The 36-second video taken Tuesday during lunch hour at Wentzville Middle School shows one student approach another student named Byata and pour chocolate milk on her head. The video shows 21 seconds go by without any staff members intervening. Then, the student comes back and punches Byata in the head several times.
Byata’s parents claim the school district has swept bullying under the rug for years and said they are “embarrassed” and “infuriated” with school leaders.
“For a school district to allow something like that to happen and not intervene right away or be aware that a situation like that is occurring, it’s mind-baffling to me,” Byata’s mother Melissa Alan said.
Alan and Byata’s father Paul Tripp said this isn’t the first instance of bullying involving their daughter. Tripp said just two weeks ago, Byata accidentally stepped on another student’s shoe, and the girl punched Byata in the head “over and over again.”
Alan and Tripp said they’ve been to Wentzville Middle School and talked with school leaders several times about ongoing bullying involving their daughter. The video from Tuesday, which has been posted on social media, caused a stir among other Wentzville parents. Many said the school hasn’t taken bullying seriously for years.
Another parent, Patrick Vining, said he wasn’t surprised to see the video from Tuesday surface. His son is a junior at Wentzville High School and was the victim of a bullying incident in 2019 when he was in eighth grade. Vining said his son was punched in the head several times.
“As a parent, no one wants to see their child go through that,” Vining said.
Vining said he got an attorney involved because the school wasn’t taking the incident seriously. Now, he, Alan, Tripp and other parents are begging school leaders to act and make changes.
“We need to bring this to light. We need more people to come out and share their stories,” Vining said.
Alan and Tripp echoed that sentiment, saying they plan to go to the next school board meeting to have these issues addressed.
KMOV asked school leaders to address Tuesday’s incident and others during an on-camera interview. They declined, but sent this statement:
“We had staff supervising the incident that occurred yesterday at lunch. We do not tolerate this type of behavior in our schools. Our team has completed its investigation and appropriate discipline has been given. The Wentzville School District works hard to create a space that is safe for learning, and we will continue to prioritize students’ well-being as we head into summer.”
Tripp and Alan told KMOV they are pressing charges against the student who poured milk on and repeatedly punched their daughter.
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NEW YORK, June 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Levi & Korsinsky, LLP notifies investors in Riskified Ltd. ("Riskified Ltd." or the "Company") (NYSE: RSKD) of a class action securities lawsuit.
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Tasha Schwikert Moser knew she had a choice.
The former Olympian could continue to work on the outside while attempting to hold USA Gymnastics accountable as it tries to emerge from the rubble of the Larry Nassar scandal. Or she could leap into the void and take her advocacy for the victims of sexual abuse committed by the former national team doctor — a group that includes Schwikert Moser and her sister, Jordan — to the front lines.
It turned out not to be much of a choice at all.
When the legal settlement between the embattled organization and hundreds of plaintiffs mandated the creation of a dedicated seat on the USA Gymnastics board of directors for a Nassar victim, Schwikert Moser found her hand metaphorically thrust in the air almost out of reflex.
It's the least the 37-year-old mother of three could do if she wants to save a sport she loves dearly, even if it means becoming an overseer for an organization she and her sister sued in 2018 for not taking sexual abuse allegations seriously or maintaining a culture of accountability and transparency.
Schwikert Moser's four-year term began Wednesday. She enters the position with some serious skepticism that the sport's national governing body can make the changes she believes are necessary. And she's aware her decision to join the board will raise eyebrows.
“I know some people would say: ‘You shouldn’t care. The organization has been so horrible to gymnasts in your generation, why should you care?'" Schwikert Moser told The Associated Press. "But someone’s got to care, right?”
Schwikert Moser, who now works for a Dallas-based law firm, feels her experience as an athlete, her legal background and her passion for a sport that carried her to the 2000 Olympics and a pair of NCAA all-around titles have provided her with a skill set that makes her uniquely qualified to keep USA Gymnastics accountable.
“I think I have the tools necessary to make an impact,” she said, adding that her goal is to become “a check and balance on all the decisions made going forward.”
USA Gymnastics has undergone sweeping leadership changes over the last five years, including a restructuring atop the women's national team program. The old model in which one person served as the program's high-performance director was blown up this spring. The new paradigm split the position into three equitable positions: a developmental lead, a strategic lead and a technical lead.
Olympic medalists Alicia Sacramone Quinn (strategic lead) and Chellsie Memmel (technical lead) assumed the new roles last week, with Dan Baker taking over as developmental lead.
“To have that position filled by one person, that one person has got to be a unicorn,” Schwikert Moser said. “Given the climate of the sport, that person doesn’t exist. I think it’s better to have a three-person panel, so I think that change from a policy, an outline (from) the position perspective, I think that’s a smart change.”
Still, Schwikert Moser took issue with the decision not to hire Olympic gold medalist Dominique Moceanu for the strategic lead. Moceanu, who raised alarms about abusive coaching practices she experienced at the hands of former national team leaders Bela and Martha Karolyi, has been a staunch advocate for Nassar victims for years.
While Schwikert Moser stressed she had no issue with any of the hires personally, she called the decision to pass on Moceanu a missed opportunity.
“I believe hiring her would have made a huge statement (because) we have someone here who has been so publicly supportive of the survivors," she said.
Schwikert Moser noted she was not part of the decision-making process, which hints at one of the major issues she sees USA Gymnastics facing as it tries to plot a new course.
“I think the line of communication between the organization and the community has been so poor,” she said. “I just feel like everything has been so secretive or we can’t talk about this or talk about that.”
USA Gymnastics spokesperson Jill Geer said Thursday the organization was “fortunate to have many strong candidates," adding that USA Gymnastics reached out to Moceanu last week about “potentially discussing ways we might work together to continue to advance the women’s artistic program.”
Schwikert Moser wants USA Gymnastics to make transparency a priority as it tries to re-establish trust within the gymnastics community.
“Let’s be proactive instead of reactive,” she said.
USA Gymnastics board chair Kathryn Carson called having someone with Schwikert's background a “tremendous addition to our board" and "critically important to ensuring sustained cultural change at USA Gymnastics.”
A change Schwikert Moser is adamant about seeing through. Despite the personal trauma she went through, she remains passionate about the sport that made her a member of the 2000 U.S. Olympic team. She knows what vital roles gyms throughout the country play in the physical, emotional and mental development of tens of thousands of young athletes, from the toddlers in tumbling to those who dream of competing under the Olympic rings.
It's those athletes she had in mind when she agreed to join the board. She can't change the past. Neither can USA Gymnastics. The future, however, is another matter.
“I just want to make sure athletes are safe, children are safe, our current and future generation are safe and they have an organization that is doing right by them and the athlete’s interest is the No. 1 priority,” she said.
She remains concerned about coaches who have not changed their philosophy to become more athlete-centric. She said eating disorders produced by coaches who either directly or indirectly body shame gymnasts are “the elephant in the room."
“If we have coaches who think winning is the only thing that matters and that the well-being of the whole person, if we’re not concerned about that, they need to go,” she said. “You need to get on the train that’s going in the right direction or you’ve got to get off. If that means a lot of coaches leave the sport? I don’t care. We’re not going to keep ruining and destroying the lives of young athletes."
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NEW YORK (AP) — Stocks rose in afternoon trading on Wall Street Thursday, but remained choppy amid wariness about economic growth and rising interest rates.
The S&P 500 rose 1.1% as of 1:13 p.m. Eastern. The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 178 points, or 0.5%, to 32,990 and the Nasdaq rose 1.9%.
Technology stocks, whose lofty values tend to give the broader market a harder push higher or lower, shook off an early stumble and gained ground. Chipmaker Nvidia jumped 6% and software maker Adobe rose 4.7%.
Companies that rely on direct consumer spending and some big industrial firms gained ground. Expedia Group rose 6% and Boeing rose 6.5%.
Small company stocks rose, signaling confidence about economic growth. The Russell 2000 gained 1.9%.
Bond yields were relatively stable. The yield on the 10-year Treasury, which helps set interest rates on mortgages and other loans, fell to 2.92% from 2.93% from late Wednesday.
Health care companies and utilities fell. Drug developer Eli Lilly slipped 3.4%.
U.S. crude oil prices rose 1.5%, despite the OPEC oil cartel and allied producing countries including Russia said they will raise production by 648,000 barrels per day in July and August.
Rising energy prices have been feeding inflation, which is already at its highest levels in four decades. U.S. gasoline prices hit another record high Thursday, with the average price at the pump costing $4.71 per gallon, according to motoring club federation AAA.
Investors remain focused on the balance between inflation, rising interest rates and economic growth. The Federal Reserve is being closely watched as it tries to temper the impact from inflation by raising interest rates from historic lows during the pandemic.
Several economic reports on Wednesday bolstered expectations for the Fed to keep raising interest rates aggressively. Wall Street is concerned that the Fed could slow economic growth too much and potentially send the economy into a recession.
Wall Street will get another glimpse into the health of the broader economy on Friday when the Labor Department releases its employment report for May. The jobs market had initially been slow to recover from the impact of the virus pandemic, but has bounced back strongly with low unemployment and plentiful job postings.
Meanwhile high inflation is eating into corporate profits, while the war in Ukraine and COVID-19 restrictions in China have also weighed on markets.
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Police in Tulsa, Okla., say the shooter's doctor was among those killed Wednesday during a mass shooting at a medical building. The shooter had complained multiple times about pain following back surgery and sought additional treatment in the days prior to the attack, police said.
The shooting on the campus of Saint Francis Health System left five people dead, including the gunman, according to police.
Police said they believe the gunman, Michael Louis, shot himself.
During a news conference Thursday, Tulsa Police Chief Wendell Franklin said the shooter had gone to the hospital for back surgery on May 19 under the care of Dr. Preston Phillips, one of the people killed in the shooting.
The shooter was released from the hospital on May 24. Afterward, the shooter called multiple times complaining about pain and seeking additional treatment. On Tuesday, Phillips saw the shooter for more treatment.
The gunman called Phillips' office again on Wednesday seeking additional care and complaining about pain in his back.
At 2 p.m. Wednesday — hours before the shooting — the gunman purchased an AR-15-style rifle from a local gun shop, Franklin said. The shooter also purchased a semiautomatic handgun on May 29 from a pawn shop.
Franklin said someone who was not at the hospital, but who was on a video call with a doctor who was, called 911 at 4:52 p.m. on Wednesday to tell authorities that there had been a shooting. Police then received more specific calls. Police first arrived on scene at 4:56 p.m.
The shooting comes less than two weeks after the mass shooting at an elementary school in Uvalde, Texas. The Tulsa shooting is the 233rd mass shooting in the U.S. this year.
"I ... want to express our community's profound gratitude for the broad range of first responders who did not hesitate today to respond to this act of violence," Tulsa Mayor G.T. Bynum said at a news conference Wednesday.
Franklin said the department's training led officers to take actions promptly and "without hesitation."
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Which deejo knives are best?
Having a bulky pocket knife may not be suitable for when you’re outdoors or even in a professional setting where you want to carry a pocket knife with you. However, bulky pocket knives tend to be more sturdy and less prone to breakage or becoming dull. Deejo knives have the strength and sharpness of bigger knives, except it’s more lightweight and very slim, making it nearly unnoticeable in your pocket. If you’re looking for a Deejo knife with authentic wood and laser engraving, the Deejo 37G is the top choice.
What to know before you buy a Deejo knife
Size
The Deejo pocket knives come in sizes of 27 or 37 grams, which are the weights of the knives. The 27g knives will be lighter, while the 37g models will be more stronger for thicker cuts. Choosing a size will depend on your preference, but both knives are durable and will be long lasting regardless of which size is chosen.
Design
There are Deejo knives that have specific patterns and finishes that allow you to choose a design to your liking. Deejo even allows you to customize certain knives with engravings and pattern designs. The custom options allow you to add certain names, phrases, and whatever combination of words and numbers you can think of that the customization tool allows. Keep in mind that the more designs and high-end finishes you choose, the more expensive the knife will be. Making a custom Deejo knife allows you to choose the size of 15g for a knife, a size that Deejo currently doesn’t offer as a non-custom product.
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Deejo knives commonly use a solid wood as a material for the handle, keeping the grip firm when in use. However, if you want more of a high-end feel, there are knives that use materials such as gold and carbon fiber in the handle. The high-end materials not only have a great look, but can be more durable throughout the years you keep these knives. The knives that use non-wood materials in the handle will cost more.
What to look for in a quality Deejo knife
This section should detail the primary features available in different models of this product, both fundamental features and optional features (upgrades). On average, expect to have 3-6 features. If there are a few key players that are synonymous with the product type (e.g. with smartphones, there is Apple and Android) — cover their key points of differentiation.
Lightweight design
Deejo knives are some of the most lightweight knives on the market. They won’t be too heavy when in your bag, pocket, or when holding it in your hand. With its slim design and weights mentioned previously, you’ll never have a problem with the knife being too heavy. And even though they are slim the blades are resistant to breakage, while still providing a sharp cut on the appropriate objects.
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Another great factor involving Deejo knives is that they’re foldable, keeping it discreet as possible when in your pockets. However, when it unfolds it has great length to it, and it’s base is strong enough that the blade will stay in place and steadily when making cuts. And when you are ready to use the knife, the knife unfolds easily with applied force. The folding mechanism built into these knives keep the knives closed shut securely when put away, but simply use your thumb to glide the knife right open.
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If you want to make your Deejo knife extra elegant, there are laser engraving options, so that you can add your own kind of design. There are knives that come with their own standard engraving design but you can also customize the engraving on Deejo’s website, which can make it an ideal gift for someone as a birthday present. The engravings are done by a precise laser, that won’t leave residue on the knife when you receive it, and the engravings come out neat and not unreadable.
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Deejo knives can range from approximately $70-$270, where you’ll find 27g knives from around $70-$100. The 37g knives will cost $85-$105, while Deejo steak knives will cost $235-$270.
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Do Deejo knives have a clip?
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How does a Deejo knife open?
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Deejo 37G Olivier Terra Incognita
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What you need to know: For when you’re cutting steaks or other pieces of meat, the Deejo steak knives are convenient and useful to have in the kitchen.
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Is liberal arts curriculum the change local universities need?
What you need to know:
- This is an ancient system that originated from Europe, is established in the US and partly taught in Asia
- The flexible system offers students an expansive intellectual grounding by challenging them to consider how to solve societal problems, hence preparing them for leadership
A recent investigation by the Nation found that many parents have moved their children to schools that offer international curricular to avoid the teething problems of the Competence Based Curriculum (CBC).
The discovery is indicative that the implementation of the new system does not meet the needs of some stakeholders.
In common parlance, the decision to overhaul the old 8-4-4 system was on grounds that it laid emphasis on grades while disregarding learners' passions and opportunity to explore.
There’s now a new argument that, even as the struggle to fix CBC continues, its flexibility should spill over to the institutions of higher learning as well.
The argument is that, just like life itself, education is not meant to be static. Perhaps it’s time to embrace new curriculums such as liberal arts in colleges and universities as western countries have done.
We had a chat with a number of beneficiaries of the foreign system to shed some light on the liberal arts system.
James Gathuita, Human resource officer, Kasha Global
I am a Human Resource (HR) business partner at Kasha Global, a company that provides access to health services, products and information to women in emerging markets, and I am tasked with holistically evaluating potential employees for the company.
The Kenyan education system is fair, and there is a need for improvement. I believe it’s high time we fix the flaws in our higher education system.
Most tutors have attained the age of 60 and are using the 20th century syllabus to prepare students for the 21st century.
Bearing this in mind, as a human resource person, we don’t delve so much into the paperwork when evaluating an interviewee.
There are three things I look for in a candidate. Firstly, communication skills. If you can’t communicate efficiently and effectively, you’re disadvantaged in any given situation.
The rule of thumb is that your depth of knowledge is immaterial if you can’t articulate your achievements, you’ll fail the interview.
Secondly, I look for skills. If a candidate doesn’t tweak their Curriculum Vitae (CV) to reflect what the employer is looking for, the candidate’s CV won’t make it through the applicant tracking system (Ats).
With many employers getting hundreds of applicants, many are relying on Ats systems to shortlist people who meet the skill requirements for the role they are interviewing for.
Finally, I scout for experienced candidates and that’s a greater determinant of success in a position as compared to education. An employer is likely to consider a candidate with no experience in a case where the position is an entry level.
Typically, there is a three months’ probation with regular performance evaluation to determine if someone is fit to join the organisation.
Not all graduates are half-baked. Also, school will not teach you everything and universities are not a one fix stop for all the problems that we might have. What I have noticed however, is there is a lack of soft skills among many applicants.
Not many candidates are able to communicate. Generation Z employees are particularly difficult to work with because they don’t like criticism. You’d give someone positive criticism and he or she would abandon the laptop on the table and leave.
Some would say that they won’t accept an internship unless it’s paying. I always tell candidates not to follow money since money follows skills. Money is a reward you get after solving someone’s problem.
We need to build the right system in our universities with an emphasis on career placement centres, something that Strathmore University has gotten right.
The future belongs to the generalist with a basic understanding of different fields. This way, you’ll have a lot of transferable skills that can be helpful in your future career.
Alvin Aringo, student, African Leadership University, Rwanda
Closer home in Kigali, Rwanda, African Leadership University(Alu) is seeking to transform education in institutions of higher learning from the old way of doing things, to a modern approach.
“I am a user interface and user experience designer (UI/UX) graduate from the institution.
After high school, I joined Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT) to pursue a degree in mathematics and computer science.
However, I did not like the course and how it was being taught. I also realised that the back end of coding might not have been the best for me. I then went to a coding boot camp, which only further confirmed my worries. As I tried to figure the situation out, I discovered Alu, applied and was accepted.
What attracted me to Alu was the institution’s focus on developing leadership, something that helped me build my brand.
Rather than picking a course, students pick challenges and problems they want to solve, which would allow them to pursue education based on curiosity and not just completing a course. The Pan African aspect of the institution, with students from all over Africa, was also a key motivation to join it.
What I found different in Alu is that it completely transforms how teaching in universities is done. You don’t have lecturers per se for the first year, but a facilitator instead.
The main purpose of the facilitator is not to directly answer your questions but to guide conversations within the classroom. This meant that everyone in the class was knowledgeable, a source of wisdom as they could share different perspectives that could shape the conversation.
As a result, you immediately feel important, your idea matters and your experience too. I found that interesting in a way that it empowers young people to believe in their voice, learn how to express themselves and engage with others.
I loved the fact that soft skills were being given adequate attention and the institution cared to develop the students’ abilities to think critically, have an analytical mind, manage and interpret data, break problems into small chunks besides leadership and effective communication.
Additionally, it made sure that by the time we were graduating, we had one year working experience by linking us to jobs and internships.
Our courses were very practical and we had real world companies coming to the school with real world problems, which we could tackle and present the solutions to the companies.
Currently, Alvin is a UI/UX designer for a San Francisco based company, AtlasGo. He is also a multimedia designer for a company called The Room and a designer lead for a new product development company in Minnesota, US.
James Mbuthia, Duke University of Durham, USA
I am a fourth year student at the Duke University in North Carolina, studying several courses; international comparative studies, gender, sexuality and feminists, and African-American studies. This is made possible by the liberal arts curriculum offered at the institution.
Liberal arts education is defined through four cardinal disciplines: arts, humanities, natural sciences and social sciences.
This basically is the modernised version of what ancient Greeks had in place qualifications for what constituted education. They spoke about rhetoric, philosophy, arithmetic and grammar, which are the four cardinals that got translated to natural sciences, humanities, social science and arts in modern times.
My current course is mostly categorised under humanities that encompass disciplines like global politics, economics, environmental science as well as a little bit of statistics.
Taking feminists studies gives me a lens to understand the different positionalities people are predisposed to, because of their different nationalities, genders, sexuality and class status. It explores the history and political situation of different people. I also take African history simply to understand the past better.
With the Kenyan education system having clearly cut out lines where you know a student of education is likely going to be a teacher, while an engineering student will become an engineer; what will someone studying international comparative studies, feminist studies and African studies pursue as a career? Various things.
The Kenyan system is rigid and once you are enrolled in a certain course, you can’t take classes outside the recommended curriculum, and if you’re lucky to do so, the bulk of units will be overwhelming.
Liberal arts education gives you the opportunity to explore different disciplines until you’re able to figure out how to translate the soft skills or hard skills and technical skills that you acquire into real life situations.
In my case, I am basically doing three courses on the pre-law track. I want to be a lawyer once I graduate, so, I am exploring different disciplines, all building up to one major, before applying to a graduate school where I can study any kind of law.
Some of my schoolmates will become doctors, engineers or any other profession they might be interested in.
Liberal arts education might just be the change we need to make and it needs to start right from high school where the final grade is the defining factor in the courses one will land at the university and then also change how learning happens in universities.
Once we switch the college curriculum to allow students to take different courses across different schools, you’ll basically remove this notion to peg one’s success to any particular course and allow students to explore other alternatives.
Your undergraduate should not lead to a job, but something greater- a vocation.
Dr Churchill Saoke is a physics lecturer at JKUAT. He holds a bachelors, masters and PhD in physics with his focus currently on renewable energies.
What do you think about education in Kenyan institutions of higher learning?
I would say that the institutions of higher learning are doing their best within their mandate and existing infrastructural and legal frameworks. Whether the education system achieves its intended objective is another discourse. I know there has been a lot of discussion in terms of the products that we churn and as to whether it meets the requirements of the market.
What are your thoughts on a liberal arts education?
I think liberal arts education is very important and I am totally in support of it. When you look at some of these arts, they give you a perspective of life. They add sense into your knowledge. They give you a worldview to which you can anchor your knowledge. This is what is very significant in terms of nurturing a holistic student.
In my experience, when I did my masters in a liberal arts curriculum in Japan, I learnt a lot of things that edified my career in science. It made me understand deeper the role of science in international peace and security, how much science drives the world and how the superpowers use science to set themselves apart. These are things that I may not have known, had I not gone through that curriculum.
What impact can liberal arts philosophies have on students taking Stem subjects?
Without liberal arts, you realise that you have a lot of knowledge but you don’t know how to apply it to better the world. You have a lot of power, which you’re not aware of. Embedding liberal arts into Stem is very significant.
Once, I was doing a programme on entrepreneurial mindset among our students, where I collaborated with a university in the US in facilitating the training.
The results were amazing. Students were able to come up with projects and some of them have gotten into ventures that are aligned with the courses that they did. If they had not gone through this experiential training on entrepreneurial mindset, they would not have actually done that.
So you can imagine the impact that would happen if other arts could be embedded, not necessarily in the curriculum, but even as an extracurricular activity that trains the student to think in the specific lines of the courses that they do.
Why then are we not implementing a liberal arts curriculum in Kenya?
The reason why it’s not yet happening in Kenya is that we haven’t appreciated it. The professionals that we nurture always have shortcomings. For instance, to produce an engineer, you have specific courses that they need to finish.
Adding extra units to their curriculum overloads them, and subtracting some makes them handicap in the affected area.
It’s best when the additional skills are sought extracurricular, or as a training like the entrepreneurship programme I have been running. When done as an experiential programme, the student knows that the outcome is to hone particular skills and not just to pass an exam.
How would you advise someone interested in getting the full benefits of a liberal arts education?
If someone is able to take their child abroad to pursue a liberal arts curriculum, I’d advise them to do it because it’s eye-opening. For those who are unable to afford, there are local mechanisms of attaining it.
I can attest that students have got a lot of time, and I always advise my learners to use it to make themselves a holistic person. Hone your skills and become a good communicator, a team player, good collaborator and a critical thinker with high order thinking.
Be a problem solver and a person who can influence and transform their society. Therefore, take a step and read books or listen to informative documentaries. The exposure you will gain is life-changing. | https://nation.africa/kenya/life-and-style/mynetwork/is-liberal-arts-curriculum-the-change-local-universities-need--3836332 | 2022-06-02T18:21:44Z | https://nation.africa/kenya/life-and-style/mynetwork/is-liberal-arts-curriculum-the-change-local-universities-need--3836332 | false | 1 |
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Ewan McGregor has been left 'sickened' after his co-star was subjected to racist abuse by online trolls.
Moses Ingram starred alongside the Scottish actor in the new Disney+ Obi Wan Kenobi series and shared the "hundreds" of hateful messages she received after the show was released.
The American actress thanked the fans who stuck up for her, as McGregor posted an emotional video condemning the "horrendous" abuse that some sent her way.
Ingram plays the Third Sister, Reva Sevander, who hunts McGregor's Kenobi after being given the mission by Darth Vader in the Disney+ series.
She posted screenshots to her Instagram story, including one saying her "days are numbered" and another calling her a "diversity hire".
McGregor said those sending bullying messages were not true Star Wars fans and added "we stand with Moses".
He tweeted: "Moses is a brilliant actor. She is a brilliant woman. And she is absolutely amazing in this series. She brings so much to the series, she brings so much to the franchise. And it just sickened me to my stomach to hear that this had been happening.
"I just want to say, as the lead actor in the series, as the executive producer on the series, that we stand with Moses. We love Moses.
"And if you're sending her bullying messages, you're no Star Wars fan in my mind. There's no place for racism in this world. And I totally stand with Moses."
The Star Wars Twitter account also stood behind Ingram, saying: "We are proud to welcome Moses Ingram to the Star Wars family and excited for Reva's story to unfold.
"If anyone intends to make her feel in any way unwelcome, we have only one thing to say: we resist.
"There are more than 20 million sentient species in the Star Wars galaxy, don't choose to be a racist."
Get the latest celebrity gossip and telly news sent straight to your inbox. Sign up to our weekly Showbiz newsletter here . | https://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/entertainment/celebrity/ewan-mcgregor-sickened-after-racist-27134747 | 2022-06-02T18:23:40Z | https://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/entertainment/celebrity/ewan-mcgregor-sickened-after-racist-27134747 | true | 1 |
LAKE CITY, Fla. — On Thursday, June 2, 2022 at 12:47 A.M., officers from the Lake City Police Department were dispatched to the Windsong Apartments at 710 SW Symphony Loop, to the report of a person shot, said a statement by Lake City Police Department.
Upon arrival, officers located and provided first aid to an individual who was found outside of an apartment door suffering from four gunshot wounds, the statement continued.
The apartment door contained seven bullet holes, police said, each fired from inside the apartment. Emergency Medical Services responded and transported the individual to a local hospital.
All individuals inside the apartment cooperated with investigating officers. During the investigation, officers were able to determine the individual who had been shot is employed by Windsong Apartments as a maintenance person, according to the statement.
The maintenance person had been called to assist a tenant with a key that had broken off in their apartment door. The maintenance person went to the wrong apartment door and began removing the locking mechanism from the outside of the door, police said.
The occupants of this apartment were awoken to the sounds of someone attempting to gain entry, the statement continued.
One of the six occupants, after observing the locking mechanism being breached and having had no verbal contact with the person outside the door, developed a well-founded fear for themselves and the other occupants of the apartment including several children, the statement said.
This person armed themselves and fired seven rounds through the door striking the maintenance person who was outside the door, police said.
The maintenance person declined to press charges. This case will be reviewed by the State Attorney’s Officer to determine if any crime has been committed, concluded the statement. | https://www.firstcoastnews.com/article/news/local/maintenance-person-shot-in-lake-city-entering-the-wrong-apartment/77-7ba76e83-5617-40f6-8ad8-42209bd9357d | 2022-06-02T18:24:51Z | https://www.firstcoastnews.com/article/news/local/maintenance-person-shot-in-lake-city-entering-the-wrong-apartment/77-7ba76e83-5617-40f6-8ad8-42209bd9357d | false | 1 |
UVALDE, Texas (AP) — The commander at the scene of a school shooting in Texas was not informed of panicked 911 calls coming from inside the school building, a Texas state senator said Thursday.
Sen. Roland Gutierrez said the pleas for help from people inside Robb Elementary as the shooting was taking place May 24 did not make their way to school district police Chief Pete Arredondo. The Democratic senator called it a “system failure” that calls were going to the city police but were not communicated to Arredondo.
“I want to know specifically who was receiving the 911 calls,” Gutierrez said during a news conference, adding that no single person or entity was fully to blame for the massacre.
“There was error at every level, including the legislative level," Gutierrez said.
Steven McCraw, the head of the Texas Department of Public Safety, said last week that police didn’t breach the classroom where the gunman was holed up faster because Arredondo believed the situation had morphed from an active shooting to a hostage situation.
Nineteen children and two teachers died in the attack at Robb Elementary School, the deadliest school shooting in nearly a decade.
Funerals for those slain began this week.
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Blebierg reported from Dallas. | https://www.chroniclejournal.com/news/world/texas-senator-school-police-chief-didnt-know-of-911-calls/article_906d95db-e5ef-5c57-95b0-815bceae4822.html | 2022-06-02T18:30:27Z | https://www.chroniclejournal.com/news/world/texas-senator-school-police-chief-didnt-know-of-911-calls/article_906d95db-e5ef-5c57-95b0-815bceae4822.html | true | 11 |
Alamance County: Man charged with statutory rape of a minor, indecent liberties with a child
Alamance County: Man charged with statutory rape of a minor, indecent liberties with a child
OMFR WXII 12 NEWS. THIS IS BREAKING NEWS. BREAKING NEWS KING POLICE HAVE RELEASED THE NAME OF THE MAN WHO WAS KILLED BY ONE OF THEIR OFFICERS AFTER SAYE H SHOT AT THEM FIRST. THIS IS 19 YEAR OLD JEFFREY. NOYOLA FROM WINSTON-SALEM KING POLICE SAY HE IS SUSPECTED OF SHOOTING AN OFFICER DURING A TRAFFIC STOP JUST AFTER MIDNIGHT ON SUNDAY AT THE DRIVER PULLED INTO THE PARKING LOT OF AN CENTER ON NEWSOME ROAD, SOMEONE GOT OUT OF THAT CAR AND RAN WHILE POLICE SAY NOYOLA SHOT AT THE OFFICERS THE OFFICERS SHOT BACK KILLING HIM THE OFFICER WHO WAS SHOT ISOW N RECOVERING IN THE HOSPITAL POLICE SAY HE WAS UP AND WALKING AROUND EARLIER TOY,DAUT IT’S NOT IMMEDIATELY CLEAR WHEN HE’LL BE HEALTHY ENOUGH TO GO HOME. LISA HAVE NOT REAELDSE THE NAMES OF THE OFFICERS INVOLVED CITING SECURITY REASONS DURING THE ONGOING INVESTIGATION. BREAKINGEW NS OUT OF GUILFORD COUNTY US 421 RTPA CLOSED BECAUSE OF THIS ACCIDENT HERE. THIS IS HAPPENINGR NEA I-85 OUTSIDE PLEASANT GARDEN HERE IS A LIVE LOOK AT THAT SCENE THE CRASHES IMPACTING ONE LANE SOUTHBOUND RIGHT NOW HIGHWAY PATROL SAYS A TRUCK PULLING A TRAILER FLIPPED OVER WHILE IT WAS ON THE EXIT RAMP. THE DRIVER WAS TRYING TO AVOID TTHIING A CAR THAT HAD JUST MERGED INTO THE LANE THE TRUCK DRIVERS HOSPITALIDZE RIGHT NOW DOT SAYS IT MIGHT BE 10 O’CLOCK TONIGHT BEFORE EVERYTHING IS CLEANED UP AND BACK TO ITS NORMAL FLOW AFTER ABOUT 13 HOURS OF DURATIONS JURORS IN FAIRFAX, VIRGINIA LARGELY CITED WITH JOHNNY DEPP TODAY IN HIS DEFAMATION SUIT AGAINST EX-WIFE AMBER HEARD. SHE WAS ORDERED TO PAY 15 MILLION DOLLARS IN TOTAL DAMAGES. SHE ALSO COUNTER SUED HIM AND WHILE MOST OF PROCLAIMS WERE REJECTED THE JURY DID AWARD HER TWO MILLION DOLRSLA IN DAMAGES FOR STATEMENTS DEPTHS DEPTHS ATTORNEYS MADE ABOUT HER COMMENTS. IN A STATEMENT HEARD SAID HER DISAPPOINTMENT IS BEYOND WORDS THIS ALL STEMS FROM AN OP-ED IN THE WASHINGTON POST FOUR YEARS AGO WHERE SHE REFERRED TO HERSELF AS A PUBLIC FIGURE. REPRESENTING DOMESTIC ASEBU A BUFFALO GRAND JURY MEAN TIME HAS CHARGED THE SUSPECT IN LAST MONTH’S SERUPMARKET MASS SHOOTING THE 18 YEAR OLD IS NOW FORMALLY ACCUSED OF DESOMCTI TERRORISM MOTIVATED BY HATE AND TEN COUNTS OF FIRST DEGREE MURDER. HE ISTE WHIHE T 10 PEOPLE WHO WERE SHOT AND KILLED WERE BLACK THREE OTHER PEOPLE WERENJ IURED. THE SUSPECT IS DUE TO BE ARRAIGNED TOMORROW. HE IS ALREADY PLEADED NOT GUILTY TO FIRST-DEGREE MURDER CHARGES GREENSBORO POLICE LOOKING FOR TWO PEOEPL INVOLVED IN THE VIOLENT ROBBERY OF A SWEEPSTAKES. BUSINESS A FEW WEEKS AGO WXI 12’S LOUIS TRAN SPOKE WITH AN EMPLOYEE WHO SAYS ONE OF THE ROBBERS BEATER H SO BADLY WITH A HANDGUN. SHE WASN’T SURE SHE WOULD MAKE IT LOUIS JOINSS U LIVE IN GREENSBORO TONIGHT WITH MORE OF HER STORY LOUIE. HEY KENNY, CHRISTINE. THE WOMAN TELLS YOU THATHE S WORKED AS A SECURITY GUARD INSIDE THE BUSINESS. SHE TELLS YOU THAT TWO PEOEPL THREATENED TO KILL HER COWORKER OUTSIDE. THAT’S UNLESS SHE OPENED THE FRONT DOOR NOW WHEN SHE DID THAT SHE TELLS ME THAT SHE FOUND HERSELF. FOR HER LIFE ON MAY 9TH GREENSBORO POLICE SAY THAT TWO PEOPLE WITH HANDGUNS ROBBED A SWEEPSTAKES BUSINESS ON SUMMIT AVENUE. ENWH THEY SAID THAT HE ALSO TELL ME THAT THEY DIDN’T SAY WHICH ONE THE VICTIM TELLS US THAT SHE WORKED HERE THOUGH. POLICE SAY THAT THE SUSPECTS TOOK MEYONND RAN OFF LUKE’S OLIVER TELLS ME THAT SHE WAS WORKING AS A SECURITY GUARD THERE THAT NHTIG SHE SAYS THAT SO SHE SAW TWO PEOPLE APPROACH HER COWORKER OSIUTDE AND PUSH HER AROUND TOLLIVER SAYS THAT THEY THREATENED TO KILL HER COWORKER. SHE OPENED THE DOOR TO LET THEM IN WHEN SHE DID SAYS SHE A MAN ATTACKED HER DRAGGED HER TO THE BATHROOM AND KEPT HITTING HER WITHIS H HANDGUN BEFORE THEY RAN OFF TOLLIVER SHOWED THIS MESSAGE TO THE SUSPECTS. I JUST WANT HIM TTHKINO LIKE MONEY. IT’S NOT WORTH WHICH HE DID, YOU KNOWIKE L THAT MONEY IS NOT GONNA LAST ALWAYS I MEAN THE WORLD EXPISENSIVE LIKE THEN WHAT THAT WASN’T GONNA LAST YOU LONG, SO YOU’RAD THER. SOMEDYBO FOR A TEMPORARY FIX NOW POLICE SAY THAT ONE OF THE SUSPECTS IS A MAN THE OTHER AS A WOMAN, NOT MUCH ELSE HAS BEEN PROVIDED, BUT I DID ASK POLICE IF THEY CAN SHARE THE SECURITY CAMERA FOOTAGE OR PHOTO OF THE SUSPECTS AS HE ENTERED THE BUSINESS AT THIS TIME. THEY SAY THEY’RE NOT ABLE TO RELEASE
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Alamance County: Man charged with statutory rape of a minor, indecent liberties with a child
A man is charged with statutory rape and indecent liberties with a child, according to deputies.Click the video player above to watch other headlines from WXII 12 NewsThe Alamance County Sheriff's Office received reports of a sexual assault involving a minor on Wednesday.Deputies identified Mario David Gutierrez-Carillo, 35, as a suspect.Throughout an investigation, probable cause was found to charge Gutierrez-Carillo.Investigators went to Gutierrez-Carillo's residence and took him into custody.He faces charges of felony statutory rape of a child fifteen years or under and felony indecent liberties with a child.Gutierrez-Carillo is being held in the Alamance County Detention Center under a $250,000 bond.
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The Alamance County Sheriff's Office received reports of a sexual assault involving a minor on Wednesday.
Deputies identified Mario David Gutierrez-Carillo, 35, as a suspect.
Throughout an investigation, probable cause was found to charge Gutierrez-Carillo.
Investigators went to Gutierrez-Carillo's residence and took him into custody.
He faces charges of felony statutory rape of a child fifteen years or under and felony indecent liberties with a child.
Gutierrez-Carillo is being held in the Alamance County Detention Center under a $250,000 bond. | https://www.wxii12.com/article/alamance-rape-minor-indecent-liberties-child/40178844 | 2022-06-02T18:32:36Z | https://www.wxii12.com/article/alamance-rape-minor-indecent-liberties-child/40178844 | false | 2 |
Justice Minister Gideon Sa'ar went from studio to studio on Wednesday, threatening on the three nightly newscasts to break up the current coalition if the Knesset does not reaffirm a directive giving Israel legal jurisdiction over Israelis living in the West Bank by Monday.
Sa'ar was repeatedly pressed about whether he would seek new elections or be willing to join a new government in the current Knesset led by opposition leader Benjamin Netanyahu.
But the truth is that Sa'ar loathes both of those options. The choice between an election in which his New Hope Party would be destroyed and breaking his campaign promise from the last election to not sit under Netanyahu is like choosing between political death by poison or hanging.
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But sometimes in politics, an empty threat can go a long way. Politics is often the art of political deception, and the most veteran political players are often the most adept at it.
Netanyahu
The best example, of course, is Netanyahu himself, who will become the second oldest MK after Bennie Begin on Friday when United Torah Judaism MK Ya'acov Litzman's resignation takes effect. Netanyahu was one of the youngest MKs when he was first elected to the Knesset in 1988, and he is even more of an expert than Sa'ar at saying one thing in order to get another.
Asked by The Jerusalem Post at a press conference on Monday whether he preferred forming a new coalition in the current Knesset if the government falls or going to elections, Netanyahu said "in this Knesset - theoretically - would be better."
Sitting alongside his fellow opposition heads who all prefer forming a new government under Netanyahu without elections, the opposition leader told them what they wanted to hear.
But then he went straight to meet with a very successful veteran American political strategist who has worked with him in the past and arrived in Israel to start planning the next race.
The polls are looking too good for Netanyahu to not take another shot at getting the 61 MKs for his bloc that he tried to obtain in four elections.
Ben-Gvir
The big winner in last week's Post poll was MK Itamar Ben-Gvir, who the poll predicted would win six seats running on his own, separate from the Religious Zionist Party. That proves Israelis also don't mind voting for politicians who are brutally honest.
Ben-Gvir, who once led a march of farm animals opposite a gay pride parade, surprisingly told Army Radio Thursday that he would not protest the gay pride parade because "gays and lesbians are my brothers and sisters." When a politician has a reputation for being honest, they can change their minds without consequences.
Mansour Abbas
The true test of honesty in politics is with another honest politician whose party is expected to teeter on the electoral threshold: Ra'am leader Mansour Abbas.
Abbas told Arabic Radio Nas on Thursday that he honestly wants the current government to continue.
"I could have brought down this coalition and become a Palestinian national hero, but I am a responsible leader who cares about the furture of Arab society and all of Israeli society," Abbas said.
If elections are initiated anyway after Abbas admitted that he did not want them, he will pay a political price and there would be another lesson: When it comes to politics, honesty does not pay. | https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/politics-and-diplomacy/article-708464 | 2022-06-02T18:32:38Z | https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/politics-and-diplomacy/article-708464 | false | 1 |
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One week after being diagnosed with bone cancer, Leo Manson Sr.’s nose started to bleed profusely while visiting his son in Ty-Histanis, a Tla-o-qui-aht First Nation community near Tofino on Vancouver Island.
His wife, Maxine, immediately brought him to the Tofino General Hospital before he was transferred to the Nanaimo General Hospital for further care.
After being awake and by his side for nearly 24-hours, Maxine said she left him in the hospital’s care to get some rest.
Unable to breathe properly and disorientated from the loss of blood, Manson sat up on the edge of his hospital bed, and intermittently stood up to catch his breath. This allegedly prompted hospital staff to restrain him by strapping Manson to his bed.
When Maxine returned, she said she found her husband’s arms, stomach and back covered in dark bruises. The straps were placed over his hips where Manson has “tremendous pain,” preventing him from laying down comfortably, Maxine said.
“They threw him against the wall and bent his wrists back,” she said through tears. “They were really roughing him around.”
Because of Manson’s bone cancer, Maxine said the doctor was concerned his body was going to have to fight even harder to heal from the bruises.
“He’s going to have the fight of his life with this cancer,” she said.
On May 25, Maxine filed a complaint against the hospital through the First Nations Health Authority (FNHA).
“I don’t ever want to see another native person be treated like that,” she said. “We’re just people too — we’re humans. We just want to be treated with respect. This never should have happened in a hospital when someone is so vulnerable.”
The decision to restrain a patient is made “based on a variety of factors and is done at the clinical judgement of the care team to ensure the safety of both the patient and staff,” Island Health wrote in an email.
Despite this, Island Health said it acknowledges that Manson did not receive culturally safe care.
“We are deeply concerned about the impact of this experience on the patient and their family,” Island health said. “We have connected with this patient’s family to listen and learn from their experience, and these conversations are ongoing.”
Island Health said they are also in dialogue with leadership from the Tla-o-qui-aht First Nation to ensure their response “goes beyond words and includes meaningful actions.”
Nuu-chah-nulth Tribal Council Vice-President Mariah Charleson said B.C.’s health care system has “a long way to go” before Indigenous populations feel safe accessing care.
“It’s really troubling to know the reality that our people are still facing racism in the healthcare system,” she said. “We really need to look at trauma-informed practice and trauma-informed care so that our people are treated like human beings.”
In between visits with Manson on May 24, Maxine was told she could wait in the hospital’s cultural gathering area.
Upon asking for directions to the gathering area, she said she was told to, “get on your horse and buggy and go around to the main entrance of the building,” by an ambassador.
“We get remarks like that every day,” Maxine said. “That’s what we go through every day.”
Discrimination in Canada’s healthcare system is not a new conversation.
In 2020, the In Plain Sight report identified “widespread systemic racism against Indigenous peoples” in B.C.’s health care system which resulted in a range of negative impacts, including death.
Led by independent reviewer Mary Ellen Turpel-Lafond, the report made 24 recommendations to address Indigenous-specific racism.
Over a year after the recommendations were made, Turpel-Lafond said there have been “some” signs of progress but that they don’t go far enough.
Stories shared with the FNHA quality care and safety office “demonstrate there is an urgent need to address racism and discrimination in our health care system,” the health authority said.
“Many Indigenous individuals who report their experiences accessing health care tell us about the poor treatment they receive,” FNHA said. “Although every story that we hear is different, there are common themes, including, challenges with quality care and treatment, personnel, discriminations and Indigenous-specific racism.”
Transforming the health care system will require systemic alterations and behavioural change from health providers, FNHA added.
Manson’s son, Tim, said a First Nations support worker should have been there to support his father.
“A liaison worker can only be there when they’re called,” he said. If a patient is disoriented, they don’t always have the capacity to call a liaison worker, he added.
Island Health said it acknowledges systemic Indigenous-specific racism occurs within its health authority.
“Our patients and communities can be assured we are taking action, and the steps that we are taking will continue to be guided by Indigenous leaders and communities,” Island Health said.
Since August 2020, Island Health said cultural safety and humility training has been mandatory for all staff, physicians, midwives, and nurse practitioners working in all Island Health emergency departments.
Maxine said she’s concerned that training doesn’t extend to security staff.
Currently, there is one Indigenous liaison nurse employed at Nanaimo General Hospital and a second will be included through a contract with Snuneymuxw First Nation, according to Island Health.
A renewed Vancouver Island Partnership Accord was signed in May 2022 between FNHA, Island Health and the Vancouver Island Regional Caucus, which represents the 50 nations on Vancouver Island. It re-established the commitment to improve the health and wellness outcomes of all First Nations people in the Island Health region.
“The accord speaks to reciprocal accountability that emphasizes collaboration and collective action as a way of accelerating improvement to First Nations health and wellness,” the FNHA said.
Maxine described her husband as a “very humble” and “quiet” man.
“He’s always working for the people at home — no matter what situation they’re in,” Tim described. “He’ll do his best to accommodate anybody and everybody.”
By sharing Leo’s story, Maxine said she hopes no one else will have to suffer in the same way.
“I’ve always stood up for the little people,” she said. “If they can’t speak, I’ll speak for them.”
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SAN FRANCISCO, June 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- LaunchNotes, the personalized, automated, and secure way to connect your teams and users to your product development lifecycle, today announced it has raised a $15M Series A round led by New York-based global venture capital and private equity firm Insight Partners, with participation from Atlassian Ventures, The New Normal Fund, Essence VC, and existing investors Cowboy Ventures and Bull City Venture Partners. This funding will support the expansion of LaunchNotes from a product change communication solution to a full platform for Product Success.
With a suite of tools for targeted announcements, feedback collection, roadmap sharing, and more, LaunchNotes helps product teams keep their customers, colleagues, and other key stakeholders connected to the product development cycle, ultimately creating happier, stickier customers. LaunchNotes is helping fuel the success of leading product teams across the SaaS industry, including Loom, Hopin, Drata, Flatfile, Amplitude, MURAL, and many others.
"Our growth trajectory over the past two years has come with a rapid pace of execution," said Brian Elmi, VP of Product at Drata. "At such a crucial time, when engaging with existing customers could easily fall through the cracks, LaunchNotes has allowed us to 4X our cadence of relevant updates and delight customers with targeted, meaningful communication."
In just two years LaunchNotes has achieved breakout traction with its initial product offerings. Last year, the business reported 650% revenue growth and 300% new customer growth. Additionally, LaunchNotes-powered product updates are now reaching over 500,000 users per month.
"Our ultimate goal is to provide everything product teams need to succeed and excel in the modern world," said Tyler Davis, LaunchNotes' Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer.
"We're going to be laser focused on unlocking Product Success by modernizing the product development cycle for teams everywhere. We're excited to deliver a Product Success Platform that connects the core parts of the development cycle — such as comms, feedback, and planning — into a unified customer experience. By creating this seamless loop and removing the most common pain points, we will enable the product teams of today to build the great technologies of tomorrow."
Ryan Polk, Insight Partner's Head of Product, joined LaunchNotes' Board of Directors as a part of the fundraise. "As a former Chief Product Officer, I have led many product teams over my career, and I am very familiar with the pain points the LaunchNotes team is solving. Dramatically increasing the ability of product teams to engage and interact with their customers is one of the most potent opportunities in today's software-driven economy. We're excited to partner with LaunchNotes on this ambitious mission."
LaunchNotes' CEO Tyler Davis and COO Jake Brereton, co-founded the company after working at Atlassian in senior roles across Engineering, Product, and Marketing.
"Tyler and I had the opportunity to work with thousands of software development teams in our time at Atlassian, and it became clear to us that the tools powering engineering teams were far outpacing those available to the rest of the product organization," said Brereton. "We saw a massive opportunity for a Product Success Platform to close this gap."
"It's rewarding to partner with Atlassian alumni and support their success," said Matt Sonefeldt, Head of Atlassian Ventures. "In LaunchNotes, Tyler and Jake empower teams to strengthen bonds between users and products. This is an exciting example of channeling Atlassian's innovation culture to impact our 200,000+ cloud customers."
"Given that Atlassian is the industry leader in software collaboration, having the support of Atlassian Ventures is not only incredibly validating to our mission, but also a significant advantage as we continue to win the hearts and minds of software teams everywhere," highlighted Brereton.
To learn more about LaunchNotes, visit their website at https://www.launchnotes.com.
About LaunchNotes
LaunchNotes provides a Product Success Platform to modernize the product development cycle for the next generation of software-powered companies. With a full suite of tools for targeted announcements, feedback collection, shareable product roadmaps, and more, LaunchNotes helps teams keep their customers, colleagues, and other key stakeholders securely connected to the product development lifecycle. The platform is trusted by some of today's leading technology companies, including Loom, Hopin, Drata, Flatfile, Amplitude, MURAL, and many others. LaunchNotes' leadership team has a successful track record of running product, engineering, and go-to-market teams at some of Silicon Valley's most successful companies, including Atlassian, Autodesk, and Mozilla. To date the company has raised over $16 million from top investors. To learn more, visit launchnotes.com.
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By Mark Gurman | Bloomberg
Apple Inc. will announce significant changes to the iPad’s software next week at its annual Worldwide Developers Conference, according to people with knowledge of the matter, part of a push to make the device more like a laptop and less like a phone.
The iPad’s next major software update, iPadOS 16, will have a redesigned multitasking interface that makes it easier to see what apps are open and switch between tasks, said the people, who asked not to be identified because the changes aren’t yet public. It also will let users resize app windows and offer new ways for users to handle multiple apps at once.
The iPad accounts for nearly 9% of annual Apple’s sales, and that percentage has inched up in recent years. But professional users of the device have clamored for an interface that feels more like a laptop experience. The iPad’s hardware, which now includes the same M1 chip as some of Apple’s laptops, has grown increasingly powerful, and in some ways the software hasn’t kept up.
A spokesperson for the Cupertino, California-based company declined to comment.
The new iPad interface will be one of the biggest upgrades announced at the conference, which will also include software updates for the iPhone, Mac, Apple Watch and Apple TV. The tech giant holds the conference each year to show off new features and device enhancements that developers can harness with their apps.
Currently, iPad users can either run apps in a full-screen view like on an iPhone or run two apps side by side. The company also lets users add a scaled-down version of a third app by sliding it over from the side. The changes will expand upon that interface.
Apple is estimated to generate more than $20 billion per year from the App Store, and the WWDC event helps keep that juggernaut going. New software features help spur developers to create new apps that in turn increase revenue.
For iOS 16, the next version of the iPhone’s software, Apple is planning several changes, including a new lock screen featuring widgets, Bloomberg has reported. The company also will refresh the Health app and add new audio and social-networking features to Messages. Redesigned apps for macOS are coming as well, including a revamp to System Preferences, its app for managing a Mac’s settings.
For the Apple Watch, the company is planning changes to watch faces, system navigation and several of the device’s apps, including a notable update to the fitness-tracking features. The company is also planning a new low-power mode that will let users operate the device when battery life is running short. The current low-power mode can only show the time.
The software updates will help propel Apple’s future hardware. The company is planning four new iPhone 14 models for the fall, an updated iPad Pro, three new Apple Watches and several Macs with next-generation M2 chips. For the iPhone 14 Pro, Apple is planning an always-on display option that will be powered by iOS 16.
While the new software is being announced on June 6, the company typically doesn’t release the updates to consumers until the fall — around the same time that it ships new devices. However, Apple will release initial beta versions to developers next week. Public beta tests for more users will begin sometime next month.
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This commitment will benefit millions of workers worldwide
WASHINGTON, June 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Kicking off National Safety Month, and one year after announcing a historic partnership with Amazon (NASDAQ: AMZN), the National Safety Council (NSC) unveiled the first-of-its-kind MSD Pledge to reduce the most common workplace injury, musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs). Today, during the inaugural Workplace Safety Summit: Business Action to Prevent Musculoskeletal Injuries, more than 15 of the nation's leading organizations joined this effort and signed the pledge to improve workplace safety, reduce MSD risk, and enhance all workers' well-being.
MSDs – such as tendinitis, back strains and sprains, and carpal tunnel syndrome – impact nearly a quarter of the world's population and are the leading cause of worker disability, early retirement, and limitations to gainful employment. The MSD Pledge seeks to create safer outcomes for millions of workers worldwide by reducing these injuries by 25% by 2025. By making critical changes, employers will also build more equitable workplaces for frontline workers and communities of color, which are two groups disproportionately impacted by MSDs.
Along with Amazon and NSC, founding pledge members include Alcon Research, LLC; Ansell Inteliforz; Amentum; American Industrial Hygiene Association; AMP; Benchmark ESG; Cummins Inc.; Human Balance and Stability Systems, LLC; John Deere; MEGA InTech; Meteorite; Tenneco; United Airlines; and VelocityEHS.
Organizations signing the MSD Pledge promise to:
- Reduce risks by analyzing the causes of MSD injuries across operations and investing in solutions and practices that reduce risks to workers.
- Innovate and collaborate by leveraging best practices and sharing learnings and countermeasures to expand upon innovations to improve safety practices.
- Build an organizational culture that values safety by promoting a workplace where safety excellence, transparency, and accurate reporting are equally valued, and where everyone, at every level of the organization, is accountable for the safety and health of workers.
- Commit to a significant reduction of MSD injuries by creating safer outcomes for millions of workers worldwide and reducing MSD risk and subsequent injuries by 25% by 2025.
"While there are no sirens associated with MSDs, their impact is alarming and the damage does not stop when workers leave for the day," said Lorraine Martin, NSC president and CEO. "At NSC, our mission is not only to save lives, but also to prevent injuries and we are asking employers everywhere to join the MSD Pledge and keep workers safe, so they can spend more time doing the things they love with the people they love – which is precisely what this month, National Safety Month, represents."
"We're always investing in new ways to keep our employees safe, and we look forward to working with NSC and the companies that sign this pledge to keep getting better every day," said Heather MacDougall, Amazon vice president for workplace health and safety. "MSDs are a challenge across many different industries, and this pledge will bring together forward-thinking leaders and allow us to share successes and innovate on behalf of all our employees."
In addition to accessing free resources and sharing safety innovations to help reduce MSD risks, MSD Pledge members will participate in the MSD Solutions Index, an annual company index that analyzes the benefits of the pledge over time. The index will aggregate data on risk reduction strategies, workplace safety culture, and innovation and collaboration, while also identifying areas for targeted action and uncovering trends to inform future approaches. MSD Pledge members benefit from free events, training and coaching opportunities from the Council's team of ergonomics experts, as well as opportunities to share best practices and lessons learned with one another. Participation in the MSD Pledge is free and open to any employer that is committed to identifying and reducing risks of MSD injuries and creating a culture of safety at work.
"All employees, no matter what company you work for, deserve a safe workplace," said Donald Flores, United Airlines ramp service employee. "Every day I work hard, safe and smart with the expectation to get back home so I can live my fullest life. I'm proud to work for United and appreciate the high safety standards that are in place to reduce injuries."
The MSD Pledge was developed at the MSD Solutions Lab, a groundbreaking initiative established as part of the NSC and Amazon partnership to solve this omnipresent safety challenge. Led by NSC, the pledge is one of several initiatives launching in 2022 to achieve the program goal of preventing MSDs before they start, including:
- Advisory Council: NSC has named the founding members of the advisory council for this groundbreaking program. Composed of volunteers, these experts in safety, health, ergonomics and innovation support and inform the program's work by engaging in, researching, solving, and amplifying MSD prevention efforts.
- MSD 2025 Pioneering Research: Support comprehensive research efforts, including utilizing natural language processing, case studies, reports, and expansive systematic reviews and meta-analyses to explore current and future MSD prevention-related strategies. The research findings will be available to all industries to explore and glean insights.
- Innovation Challenges: Individuals and organizations alike will have the opportunity to develop and share cutting-edge solutions to prevent and eliminate workplace-related MSDs. During this competition, prizes and grants will be awarded to honor innovation and help fund these solutions.
- Small Business and University Grants: Provide grants to small businesses, universities, and students to fund research and innovation that help companies of all sizes achieve impact.
"At United Airlines, safety is at the foundation of everything we do – especially when it comes to our employees," said Sasha Johnson, United Airlines vice president of corporate safety. "We are committed to providing a safe and supportive work environment, as well as ensuring they have the best information, resources and training. Joining the MSD Pledge furthers our safety commitment as we work together with other organizations to take on the challenge of reducing MSDs."
To learn more about the MSD Pledge, the MSD Solutions Lab, and the risks associated with MSDs, visit https://www.nsc.org/workplace/safety-topics/msd.
The National Safety Council is America's leading nonprofit safety advocate – and has been for over 100 years. As a mission-based organization, we work to eliminate the leading causes of preventable death and injury, focusing our efforts on the workplace, roadway and impairment. We create a culture of safety to not only keep people safer at work, but also beyond the workplace so they can live their fullest lives.
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Rockstar Energy and NRG Will Debut its first SOUND SERIES, a Live Stream Music Experience, at the NRG Hot Pockets Castle in Los Angeles on June 16 to Broadcast Via Twitch
PURCHASE., N.Y., June 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Rockstar Energy Drink announced a new multi-year partnership with Gaming and Entertainment Organization, NRG. The partnership aligns NRG, the most-watched professional gaming organization in North America, with Rockstar Energy Drink, creating opportunities for the brand to build connections with players, creators, and fans who are the digital generation.
"Being a part of the gaming community has always been a priority for us, and our partnership with NRG could not come at a better time as we look for innovative ways to continue connecting with our consumers," said Fabiola Torres, PepsiCo General Manager and Chief Marketing Officer of the Energy Category. "We look forward to working closely with the team at NRG to develop new experiences for enthusiasts around the world."
"We are thrilled to bring Rockstar Energy and NRG together," said Andrew Bones, SVP Head of Partnerships. "As gaming culture continues to evolve, having Rockstar Energy as a partner will allow us to build new and unique experiences for our fans around the world."
On June 16, NRG and Rockstar Energy will debut the SOUND SERIES. The annual music series will be performed live at the NRG Hot Pockets Castle in Los Angeles and broadcast to viewers on Twitch via NRG. SOUND SERIES is designed to facilitate a new culture clash between gaming and music where streamers within the NRG roster will collaborate with up-and-coming artists to personalize curated music experiences for the streamers' fanbase.
Kicking off SOUND SERIES' first installment, NRG Fortnite star Clix has selected music artist MILES to co-host and perform live during the event. MILES is a Singer/Rapper hailing from St. Louis, Missouri, who has accumulated two million listeners and over fifteen million streams on Spotify with the help of songs such as "Mosh Pit," "Desperados," and "What in Tarnation."
As the exclusive energy drink of NRG, Rockstar Energy will also co-create unique fan experiences for NRG communities, including Apex Legends, Fortnite, Rocket League, Valorant, and War Zone. The brand will also build excitement for the communities via access to tailored experiences, including the second season of Rockstar Energy Raidz™ live streams pairing NRG pros and creators to discover up-and-coming streamers on Twitch while engaging viewers in chat with special offers, including limited edition lifestyle apparel and accessories. Additionally, Rockstar Energy will be integrated into NRG's Pro Team Jerseys for Rocket League, Apex, and Valorant and create official warm-up gear for all NRG team members.
NRG is a professional gaming and entertainment company known for championship teams and innovative gaming lifestyle content. NRG is one of the most-watched organizations in the world on Twitch and YouTube and the most-watched organization across platforms in North America. Founded in 2016, NRG has embodied competitive esports excellence and the best of gaming culture over the last half-decade.
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About NRG
NRG is a professional gaming and entertainment company headquartered in Los Angeles, California. Founded in 2016, NRG has embodied competitive esports excellence and the best of gaming culture across a number of different communities, including Apex Legends, Fortnite, Overwatch, Rocket League, Valorant, and more. Known for championship teams and innovative gaming lifestyle content, NRG is the most-watched org in the world on Twitch and YouTube.
Currently, NRG owned channels reach over 50M monthly active users and an additional 75M across their network of talent. Their headquarters, known as The NRG Hot Pockets Castle, is an innovative fantasy factory for gamers located in Downtown Los Angeles, CA. Organization sponsors and partners include 7-Eleven, Army National Guard, ampm, BUFF, Nestle, Roccat, Turtle Beach, and Therabody. For more information, visit www.nrg.gg
About Rockstar Energy Drink
Founded in 2001, Rockstar Energy Drink produces beverages that celebrate the young hustlers focused on their journey. With over 20 Rockstar Energy products and five sublines available at convenience and grocery outlets in over 30 countries globally, Rockstar Energy gives you a bold, refreshing boost, full of benefits, and loaded with flavors. For more information, visit www.rockstarenergy.com
About PepsiCo
PepsiCo products are enjoyed by consumers more than one billion times a day in more than 200 countries and territories around the world. PepsiCo generated $70 billion in net revenue in 2020, driven by a complimentary beverage and convenient foods portfolio that includes Lays, Doritos, Cheetos, Gatorade, Pepsi-Cola, Mountain Dew, Quaker, and SodaStream. PepsiCo's product portfolio includes a wide range of enjoyable foods and beverages, including many iconic brands that generate more than $1 billion each in estimated annual retail sales.
Guiding PepsiCo is our vision to Be the Global Leader in Beverages and Convenient Foods by Winning with PepsiCo Positive (pep+). pep+ is our strategic end-to-end transformation that puts sustainability at the center of how we will create value and growth by operating within planetary boundaries and inspiring positive change for the planet and people. For more information, visit www.pepsico.com.
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NEW YORK, June 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Levi & Korsinsky, LLP notifies investors in Li-Cycle Holdings Corp. f/k/a Peridot Acquisition Corp. ("Li-Cycle" or the "Company") (NYSE: LICY) of a class action securities lawsuit.
CLASS DEFINITION: The lawsuit seeks to recover losses on behalf of Li-Cycle investors who were adversely affected by alleged securities fraud between February 16, 2021 and March 23, 2022. Follow the link below to get more information and be contacted by a member of our team:
LICY investors may also contact Joseph E. Levi, Esq. via email at jlevi@levikorsinsky.com or by telephone at (212) 363-7500.
CASE DETAILS: The filed complaint alleges that defendants made false statements and/or concealed that: (1) Li-Cycle's largest customer, Traxys, is not actually a customer, but merely a broker providing working capital financial to the Company while Traxys tries to sell Li-Cycle's product to end customers; (2) the Company engaged in highly questionable related party transactions; (3) the Company's mark-to-model accounting is vulnerable to abuse and gave a false impression of growth; (4) a significant portion of the Company's reported revenues were derived from simply marking up receivables on products that had not been sold; (5) the Company's gross margins have likely been negative since inception; (6) the Company will require an additional $1 billion of funding to support its planned growth (which is a figure greater than the Company raised via the merger); and (7) as a result, Defendants' public statements were materially false and/or misleading at all relevant times.
WHAT'S NEXT? If you suffered a loss in Li-Cycle during the relevant time frame, you have until June 20, 2022 to request that the Court appoint you as lead plaintiff. Your ability to share in any recovery doesn't require that you serve as a lead plaintiff.
NO COST TO YOU: If you are a class member, you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out-of-pocket costs or fees. There is no cost or obligation to participate.
WHY LEVI & KORSINSKY: Over the past 20 years, the team at Levi & Korsinsky has secured hundreds of millions of dollars for aggrieved shareholders and built a track record of winning high-stakes cases. Our firm has extensive expertise representing investors in complex securities litigation and a team of over 70 employees to serve our clients. For seven years in a row, Levi & Korsinsky has ranked in ISS Securities Class Action Services' Top 50 Report as one of the top securities litigation firms in the United States.
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After a long pause at National and international events Because of the pandemic, a little at a time, the idea of video game and technological events coming in the coming period is becoming more and more lively, especially watching E3 canceled in the US, which led to the reorganization of manufacturers’ advertising, and the arrival of other major fairs after two years of restrictions on public access. long last It’s time to clarify what we will and will not see in the coming monthsnot only in live broadcast but also in presence on Italian, European and international territory, with an emphasis on the USA and a useful reminder on the documents needed for departure: passports, visas and ESTA.
Great events to attend
There are very important gaming events that should be concerned with replacing E3 2022, both live and broadcast:
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Summer Game Festival 2022 – June 9
A dedicated advertising and gaming offering, created and managed in 2020 Jeff Kellywho announced in the past few days: “I’m especially happy to hear how much pure gameplay we’ll be showing off at the event, plenty of trailers as well as great game clips.“; The Summer Games Festival will be held on June 9 at 8 pm.
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Netflix Geeked Week: Games 2022 – June 10
there Geeks Week 2022 It is a five-day virtual event that pays tribute to series, movies and games Netflix It will be airing from June 6-10 on the most popular social and video platforms, with loads of exclusive news, new trailers, celebrity speeches and much more; The day dedicated to video game advertisements will take place on its day June 10 at 7 pm.
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Futuristic Games Expo 2022-11 June
Future Games Show will be held on June 11, 2022 It is 9 pm and will delight viewers by broadcasting with a 60-minute show with “new trailers, premieres and global surprises”; The only confirmation with regard to the program in question relates to the presence of advertisements thunderous, team 17 And the Amanita Designso we are talking about an event that should be monitored in many respects.
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Xbox & Bethesda Games Showcase June 12 2022
Certainly one of the most anticipated events of the summer isXbox and Bethesda Games Gallerywhere a large number of advertisements will be displayed, among them: myththe new Forza Motorsport or too Hellblade 2; The date is set for Sunday June 12th, 7pm Italian time. The event can be followed in the live broadcast.
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PC Game Show 2022 – June 12
Hottest offer on Games for the PC world will start in June 12, 2022 at 9.30 pm, directly on broadcast channels and accessible to all; Among our scheduled announcements: A new game 11 bit studiosnew game Klei Entertainmentthe last trailer of immortality (New game from Sam Barlow), the first strategy game Victoria 3 and more.
All exhibitions are pre-scheduled
Anyone interested in traveling is sure to be happy to know that it will continue this year Live event exhibitions around the worldwhich will allow visitors to test demos of upcoming video games or watch live gaming sessions, rather than connecting with cosplayers and special guests from the big stage.
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Tribeca Games Spotlight 2022-10 June
Tribeca Games The Tribeca Festival celebrates the convergence of games, entertainment and culture, highlighting storytelling, the art and innovation of games, supporting every frontier in the art of storytelling and video games at the forefront of pushing storytelling to ever higher levels; The event will be held in the United States in New York on June 10, 2022 at 9 pmIt can be accessed by purchasing the appropriate card from the official website.
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Gamescom Cologne 2022-24 Aug
back Gamescom Cologne will happen From 24 to 28 August 2022 And unlike in the pre-Covid era, it will be held in a mixed format, giving visitors the opportunity to experience all kinds of video games and innovations in the field, all in conjunction with developer conferences with software tailored for the occasion.
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Lucca Comics and Games 2022-28 October
Lucca Comics & Games will return from Friday 28th October to Tuesday 1st November 2022, this time in a limited release through new health regulations that will reduce the maximum reach for 20,000 people inside; However, a long list of events that can be consulted directly from the official website has been scheduled, including the historical cosplay costume show.
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Milan Games and Cartomix Week 2022-25 November
Italy’s most popular video game fair is back 25-27 November 2022: Milan Games Week is again merged with Cartoomics, also in Halls 8-12-16 in Rho Vieira; Participants will have access to a truly complete event, which combines board games, video games, cinema, comics and esports shows (tickets are already on sale on the official website).
Back to US travel, documents, and ESTA
All tech and video game fans wish we could soon be back to full capacity with All trade fairs reopen Which is now a fixed date, like E3 which unfortunately won’t be present until 2022 but starting in 2023 it will almost certainly be.
For those who plan to attend trade fairs and events abroad, do not forget that in some countries it is necessary to request some additional documents before departure. Really whoever wants Go to the United States To participate in the upcoming Tribeca or E3 fair, they must have a US passport or visa. In the absence of these documents It is necessary to apply for an ESTA onlineeven if the stay on US soil is very short, and its duration is valid for 90 days.
to get this travel permission For the USA, it is enough to apply online by filling out a certain form and paying the required amount. Wait times to receiveESTA for travel to the United States Very short, it usually takes one to three days to get it and be in a good position to go on a trip and participate in exhibitions and events in America, among which we remember the most important and important in this sector: CES and E3 (Electronic Entertainment Expo).
Not just exhibitions: in fact you will remember that until recently were great video game shows and International Championships One of the main competitive video games. The growing interest in the world esports It will push the organizers to bring life to the arenas in the USA where the international finals of great classic games for consoles and PC will be hosted. For these reasons and not only it is always a good idea to make sure you have all the correct documents, passports and ESTA before traveling abroad and not receive any nasty surprises on the day you are about to leave.
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Brueggen earns state swim medal to conclude memorable season
LENEXA — Even though she is just a freshman, Sabra Brueggen is already putting a stamp on her high school swim career at Louisburg High School. It all came to a rousing end on May 21 as Brueggen earned her first state medal at the Class 5-1A Kansas State Swim and...
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Our Expert Team Puts Patient Care at the Forefront of Every Visit
PITTSBURGH, June 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Forefront Dermatology is pleased to announce the relocation of its Pittsburgh - Bloomfield clinic to the Shadyside neighborhood at 5750 Centre Avenue, Suite 500, Pittsburgh. The first day of patient care was Tuesday, May, 3rd.
Forefront Dermatology understands the need to expand access to deliver much needed skin care and a comprehensive set of dermatological services. We are proud to bring a larger state-of-the-art facility and expanded services like Mohs skin cancer surgery to the Shadyside neighborhood.
Using their advanced skills and knowledge of the latest technologies, the Board-Certified Dermatologists and team at Forefront Dermatology treat a wide range of hair, skin and nail conditions. Services include skin cancer diagnosis and treatment which now includes Mohs surgery, a specialized skin cancer surgery. They also provide medical treatment for conditions such as acne, psoriasis, eczema, pediatric dermatology, and even cosmetic dermatology.
The Forefront Dermatology - Shadyside clinic is in network for Highmark BlueCross Blue Shield, UPMC health plans, and the majority of major health plans available to our region.
"We are excited to join the Shadyside community and look forward to welcoming new and established patients to our Shadyside clinic. This expansion allows us to offer increased access for all patients seeking expert board- certified dermatology care," said Dr. John Welsh, Board-certified Dermatologist. "Our address is changing, but the specialized, high-quality dermatology care that we provide will remain the same! We may be in a new location but the clinicians and staff are the same that you have come to know and trust."
Board-Certified Dermatologists Melanie E. Costa, MD, FAAD, Joshua Hagen, MD, PhD, FAAD, FACMS, Nadia Sundlass, MD, PhD, FAAD and John Patrick Welsh, MD, FAAD have served the Pittsburgh community and surrounding areas for many years. Drs. Costa, Sundlass, and Welsh are Board-Certified Dermatologists. Dr. Hagen is a Board-Certified Dermatologist and a Fellowship-Trained Mohs Surgeon.
Forefront Dermatology welcomes patients of all ages, including children. To review an A-to-Z list of the conditions we treat or schedule an appointment at our new Shadyside clinic, please visit us online or call us directly at 412-683-5211.
Located throughout the East, Midwest, Mid-Atlantic, Southwest, Southeast and West, Forefront Dermatology is a large and growing, physician-led, single-specialty group practice comprising 200+ dermatology practices. Forefront's community-based, Board-Certified Dermatologists and specialists provide best-in-class general, surgical and cosmetic dermatological care along with related laboratory services. Headquartered in Manitowoc, WI, Forefront's Board-Certified Dermatologists and medical specialists are dedicated to providing the highest standard of care for conditions of the hair, skin, and nails to people of all ages and stages of life. Using innovative and proven solutions, Forefront's caring, Board-Certified Dermatologists and medical specialists treat the total patient to help improve not only the condition of their skin, but also their quality of life. To learn more, visit www.ForefrontDermatology.com.
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Tennis-It's rock 'n' roll for marauding Swiatek in Paris
But also when I want to be more energetic, it really helps me." The Pole said she had worked on trying to lower her own expectations before arriving at Roland Garros, where she won her maiden major title without dropping a set as a teenager.
Iga Swiatek is considered one of the most soft-spoken and humble players on the women's circuit but when the 21-year-old prepares for a match, electric guitars, drums and hard rock take over.
Poland's world number one crushed Daria Kasatkina on Thursday to stretch her winning run to 34 matches and breeze into Saturday's final, having arrived at Roland Garros as the overwhelming favourite to win a second French Open title. Swiatek routinely arrives on court wearing headphones, drowning out the voices in her head and outside with thumping rock music.
"There are a few bands that I listen to before a match," a beaming Swiatek told reporters. "Led Zeppelin, AC/DC and Guns N' Roses, they were always the three that were really kind of perfect for the situation. "So I use music to kind of have something that's going to get my brain busy and relaxed before the match. But also when I want to be more energetic, it really helps me."
The Pole said she had worked on trying to lower her own expectations before arriving at Roland Garros, where she won her maiden major title without dropping a set as a teenager. "It was extremely difficult and it didn't work at the beginning," Swiatek said.
"So when I got past some difficult situations ... it got a little bit easier, because I felt like I had already done like the minimum job that I was thinking I could do here. "I couldn't get rid of the expectations like fully, but I tried to accept that, that they are going to be there and it's going to stress me a little bit more."
The 2020 champion travels with a sports psychologist in her team and has credited Daria Abramowicz for helping her become mentally stronger in dealing with both success and failure. "I try not to hold it inside, and I try to talk with the whole team about it," said Swiatek.
"So Daria for sure is helpful, because she's around and she knows me pretty well. She also knows how to guide me in terms of finding the right solution for me to be more relaxed."
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The police chief who led the initial police response to last week’s mass school shooting in Uvalde, Texas was unaware of 911 calls made by students from within the classroom, according to Texas State Sen. Roland Gutierrez, a Democrat who represents the area.
Gutierrez said calls from students who were facing gunfire were dispatched to a City of Uvalde police officer, not school district Police Chief Pete Arredondo, who was leading the response.
Texas Department of Public Safety officials have blamed Arredondo for leading the botched response to the massacre. It took more than an hour for officers to confront the gunman responsible for killing 19 students and two teachers at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde.
DPS officials said Arredondo directed officers not to engage the gunman, which goes against active shooter best practices. DPS officials said that Arredondo believed the incident was a barricade situation, not an active shooter, despite 911 calls from students experiencing gunfire.
“The 911 calls were not being communicated to the so-called incident commander Officer Arredondo,” Gutierrez said. “They were being communicated to an Uvalde police officer and the state agency who I have spoken to has not told me who that is.”
Gutierrez said he has requested that police radio broadcasts be made public, but said he does not expect those to be made available any time soon.
The Department of Justice is investigating law enforcement’s handling of the mass shooting. | https://www.ktnv.com/news/national/incident-commander-unaware-of-911-calls-from-uvalde-classroom-state-senator-said | 2022-06-02T18:57:38Z | https://www.ktnv.com/news/national/incident-commander-unaware-of-911-calls-from-uvalde-classroom-state-senator-said | false | 11 |
CLT Partners With Aira For On-Demand Visual Interpreting
Technology Provides Free Navigation Services for Passengers Who Are Blind or Have Low Vision
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (News Release) — CLT passengers who are blind or have low vision now have free access to the visual interpreting service Aira, which acts as an assistant to help navigate the terminal and answer questions.
With the Aira app, passengers can connect with a live Aira agent who will visually interpret their surroundings via the user’s smartphone camera. While at CLT, travelers will have free, unlimited access to the service.
“Charlotte Douglas strives to meet the needs of all travelers,” said CLT’s CEO Haley Gentry. “We believe this technology will make flying easier and provide an enhanced travel experience for passengers who are blind or have low vision.”
Several other airports also partner with Aira including, Dallas Love Field Airport, John F. Kennedy International Airport, Los Angeles International Airport, Orlando International Airport, Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport and Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. | https://www.wccbcharlotte.com/2022/06/02/clt-partners-with-aira-for-on-demand-visual-interpreting/ | 2022-06-02T18:59:27Z | https://www.wccbcharlotte.com/2022/06/02/clt-partners-with-aira-for-on-demand-visual-interpreting/ | false | 2 |
CANTON, Ohio, June 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- IMAGE Studios®, a leader in the salon and spa studio space, has opened its newest location and first in North Canton, OH by IMAGE Owners, Jon & Stephanie Miller. IMAGE is part of a burgeoning trend in the beauty, health, and wellness business, which leases turnkey salon suites to entreprenuers looking to open their own business, empowering business owners, and growth in the growing $63 billion beauty industry.
Founder and CEO, Jason Olsen, commented, "It is incredible to have high caliber franchisees like Jon & Stephanie to introduce the IMAGE Studios® brand in Ohio. They will be joined by locations in Cleveland and Columbus this year, along with new stores in Pittsburgh and Lexington - IMAGE is booming across the region."
"We are elated to open up at near capacity in our first location," said IMAGE Owner, Stephanie Miller. "IMAGE Studios® is the best in coworking salon suites. We set the highest standard for design and support for our professionals, and I am so excited to be part of this journey! Our location will be a benchmark for cutting edge design."
There are currently 30 open, and 145 IMAGE Studios® Salon Suites in development throughout the US and this number increases month over month. IMAGE Studios® is an exclusive salon suite that creates modern, high-end salon spaces at affordable rates for salon professionals - this makes it possible for professionals to become successful entrepreneurs. IMAGE Studios® provides a unique opportunity by bringing together like-minded professionals and the guidance of mentors invested in the success of their business owners.
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WASHINGTON (AP) — As the war in Ukraine evolves, so do the needs of the Ukraine military. That’s the case U.S. officials are making as they explain the decision to a include a mobile rocket-launching system to help the Ukrainians fight the Russian assault in the country’s east.
In the initial phase of the invasion, Ukraine relied on anti-tank and anti-armor weapons to repel what many thought would be a quick assault on Russia’s smaller neighbor. But it’s now turned into a grinding artillery battle that could go on for months and will require different types of weapons systems. A look at what’s in the latest $700 million in U.S. military aid:
HIMARS
It stands for High Mobility Artillery Rocket Systems. It’s basically a rocket-launcher on wheels and gives troops the capability to strike a target and then quickly move away. It’s ideal for striking artillery positions. Each HIMARS has a pod that can carry six precision guided rockets. The type the U.S. is providing has a range of about 40 miles and will be useful as Ukraine tries to push back Russian forces making gains in the eastern Donbas region of the country. Colin Kahl, undersecretary of defense for policy, told reporters that Ukraine will initially receive four of the HIMARS systems, which can be deployed after about three weeks of training, and an unspecified number of rockets.
RADAR
Also in the package are five counter-artillery radar systems and two air-surveillance radar systems. These are in addition to counter-artillery radar already sent. The goal is to track incoming fire so the Ukrainians can take it out, aided by the artillery sent by the U.S., Britain and other European allies.
ANTI-TANK WEAPONS
Though the nature of the fight has shifted, Ukrainian forces are still trying to take out Russian tanks and other armored vehicles. That means they will need more of the Javelin anti-tank missiles that played such a major role in repelling the initial invasion in February. This latest package includes 2,000 more Javelins.
ADDITIONAL
The U.S. is also sending artillery rounds for the 155mm howitzers it has provided to Ukraine for its defense; four Mi-17 helicopters; and other equipment. The U.S. has now committed about $5.3 billion in security assistance to Ukraine since the beginning of the Biden administration, including about $4.6 billion since the Feb. 24 invasion. More is on the way: Congress last month approved $40 billion in aid to the country. | https://www.yourcentralvalley.com/news/politics/whats-in-the-latest-us-military-package-to-ukraine/ | 2022-06-02T19:05:38Z | https://www.yourcentralvalley.com/news/politics/whats-in-the-latest-us-military-package-to-ukraine/ | true | 37 |
Chick-fil-A Elkin has announced the 2022 Remarkable Futures Scholarship Winners. A total of $13,500 will be awarded to the following team members: Jennifer Castillo, Katelyn Doyle, Megan Wagoner, Hannah Sanchez, Ricardo Vargas, and Ethan Gephardt
Every year through the Remarkable Futures Scholarship initiative, Chick-fil-A offers two scholarship opportunities — the True Inspiration Scholarship ($25,000) and the Leadership Scholarship ($1,000 or $2,500) — to Team Members who work at a franchised, company-owned and/or affiliated restaurant. The scholarships can be used at any accredited college, university or technical/vocational school and are available for both full-time and part-time students. | https://www.elkintribune.com/uncategorized/35190/chick-fil-a-elkin-announces-scholarship-winners | 2022-06-02T19:06:03Z | https://www.elkintribune.com/uncategorized/35190/chick-fil-a-elkin-announces-scholarship-winners | true | null |
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ironSource Ltd. (NYSE:IS – Get Rating) was the recipient of a significant increase in short interest during the month of May. As of May 15th, there was short interest totalling 11,080,000 shares, an increase of 27.1% from the April 30th total of 8,720,000 shares. Approximately 3.1% of the shares of the stock are short sold. Based on an average daily volume of 5,480,000 shares, the short-interest ratio is presently 2.0 days.
NYSE:IS traded up $0.15 during mid-day trading on Thursday, reaching $2.98. 427,412 shares of the company’s stock traded hands, compared to its average volume of 8,229,571. ironSource has a 12-month low of $2.40 and a 12-month high of $13.14. The firm has a market capitalization of $3.02 billion, a price-to-earnings ratio of 47.17, a PEG ratio of 0.65 and a beta of 0.86. The company has a 50 day moving average price of $3.91 and a 200-day moving average price of $5.95.
A number of large investors have recently made changes to their positions in the stock. National Bank of Canada FI purchased a new position in shares of ironSource during the 4th quarter worth approximately $27,000. Advisor Group Holdings Inc. purchased a new position in shares of ironSource during the 3rd quarter worth approximately $52,000. Parallel Advisors LLC grew its holdings in shares of ironSource by 109.6% during the 1st quarter. Parallel Advisors LLC now owns 11,331 shares of the company’s stock worth $57,000 after acquiring an additional 5,924 shares during the period. DGS Capital Management LLC purchased a new position in shares of ironSource during the 1st quarter worth approximately $60,000. Finally, Prelude Capital Management LLC purchased a new stake in shares of ironSource in the 1st quarter worth approximately $71,000. Institutional investors own 20.99% of the company’s stock.
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ironSource Ltd. operates a business platform for app developers and telecom operators in Israel and internationally. The company's platforms include Sonic solution suite that supports developers to launch, monetize, and scale their apps and games by providing solutions for app discovery, user growth, content monetization, analytics, and publishing; and Aura solution suite, which allows telecom operators to enrich the device experience by creating new engagement touchpoints that deliver relevant content for their users across the entire lifecycle of the device.
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NEW YORK, June 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Levi & Korsinsky, LLP notifies investors in Playstudios, Inc. ("Playstudios, Inc." or the "Company") (NASDAQ: MYPS) of a class action securities lawsuit.
CLASS DEFINITION: The lawsuit seeks to recover losses on behalf of Playstudios, Inc. investors who were adversely affected by alleged securities fraud. This lawsuit is on behalf of a class consisting of all persons and entities other than defendants who: (a) purchased, or otherwise acquired securities of Playstudios between June 22, 2021 and March 1, 2022, both dates inclusive, including, but not limited to, those who purchased or acquired Playstudios securities pursuant to the offering of the private investment in public equity; (b) held common stock of Acies as of May 25, 2021, and were eligible to vote at Acies' June 16, 2021 special meeting who exchanged their shares of Acies stock for shares of Playstudios stock pursuant to the merger of Acies and Old Playstudios; and/or (c) purchased or otherwise acquired Playstudios common stock pursuant to or traceable to Acies' documents issued in connection with the June 2021 merger. Follow the link below to get more information and be contacted by a member of our team:
MYPS investors may also contact Joseph E. Levi, Esq. via email at jlevi@levikorsinsky.com or by telephone at (212) 363-7500.
CASE DETAILS: The filed complaint alleges that defendants made false statements and/or concealed that: (i) Playstudios was having significant problems with its flagship game, Kingdom Boss; (ii) Playstudios would not be releasing Kingdom Boss as expected; and (iii) Playstudios had not revised its financial projections to account for the problems it had encountered with Kingdom Boss. As a result of defendants' wrongful conduct, Class members paid artificially inflated prices for their Playstudios securities and suffered substantial losses and damages.
WHAT'S NEXT? If you suffered a loss in Playstudios, Inc. during the relevant time frame, you have until June 6, 2022 to request that the Court appoint you as lead plaintiff. Your ability to share in any recovery doesn't require that you serve as a lead plaintiff.
NO COST TO YOU: If you are a class member, you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out-of-pocket costs or fees. There is no cost or obligation to participate.
WHY LEVI & KORSINSKY: Over the past 20 years, the team at Levi & Korsinsky has secured hundreds of millions of dollars for aggrieved shareholders and built a track record of winning high-stakes cases. Our firm has extensive expertise representing investors in complex securities litigation and a team of over 70 employees to serve our clients. For seven years in a row, Levi & Korsinsky has ranked in ISS Securities Class Action Services' Top 50 Report as one of the top securities litigation firms in the United States.
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Inmate fatally shoots guard, kills self at Ohio hospital
DAYTON, Ohio (AP) — A county jail inmate receiving treatment at an Ohio hospital shot and killed a security guard, pointed the weapon at others and then killed himself in a parking lot, authorities said.
The shooting Wednesday at Miami Valley Hospital in Dayton happened before a gunman carrying a rifle and a handgun killed four people and himself at a medical building on a hospital campus in Tulsa, Oklahoma. It was the latest in a series of deadly mass shootings across the country in recent weeks.
Dayton police said inmate Brian Booth, 30, was receiving treatment when he struggled with Darrell Holderman, 78, and took his gun.
Holderman worked for a company hired by the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office to provide security for inmates who are admitted to hospitals. He sustained multiple skull fractures and lacerations to his hands during the struggle, police said.
After Booth fatally shot Holderman, people ducked for cover as he pointed the gun at them while running down a hallway and into the parking lot, where he killed himself, police said.
Booth was being held in the county jail on a probation violation stemming from a 2015 burglary, authorities said.
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Thus far, Obi-Wan Kenobi has seen no shortage of intensity, surprises and emotional nostalgia — along with a lot of lore and Easter eggs for fans to unpack.
And despite the fact most viewers know how it all ends — Darth Vader and Obi-Wan Kenobi’s iconic final showdown in Star Wars: Episode IV — the Disney+ miniseries has fans on the edge of their seats, anxiously awaiting which Easter egg or character cameo is coming next. One thing is for sure — as Obi-Wan Kenobi begins to tie together the untold years between the prequels and the original trilogy, each newly introduced plot point comes with a purpose. Let’s explore.
First things first, we meet a young Princess Leia (Vivien Lyra Blair) in the first episode of the series, which premiered on May 27. When Leia is kidnapped (as a means to lure Obi-Wan to Darth Vader’s Inquisitors), Senator Bail Organa (Jimmy Smits) begs his old Jedi friend to help rescue his daughter. As heart-melting and tear-jerking as it was to watch Obi-Wan interact with Padme and Anakin’s daughter, the journey also fills in one of the long-discussed plot holes left behind in A New Hope. When Leia sends a message with R2-D2, pleading for Obi-Wan Kenobi’s help in the rebellion, it left fans wondering: How did Leia Organa know Ben Kenobi if the Jedi master spent the last two decades in hiding on Tatooine to watch over Luke?
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The premise of the first three episodes — as Obi-Wan rescues Leia in an attempt to return her to Alderaan — show that Leia not only knows Ben Kenobi’s true identity, but that the princess owes her life to him. So far, she’s seen him use the Force, single-handedly fight off groups of Stormtroopers and maneuver the pair of them across the galaxy, all while being hunted by Vader’s ruthless Inquisitors.
Wednesday’s third episode marked the halfway point for the miniseries; Obi-Wan Kenobi successfully feeding fans with long-awaited lore. One such moment occurred in the latest episode upon meeting Tala (Indira Varma). The disillusioned imperial officer uses her position to bring Jedis to safety across the galaxy. It’s in this instance, that a young Leia witnesses the rebellion in action for the first time.
While Tala may not be specifically working with the Rebel Alliance, Leia clearly takes a fondness to the double agent, as Blair’s character continuously evokes the spirit of the legendary Carrie Fisher. While the desire for a young Leia backstory has been well-satisfied, fans hope to see how the princess ultimately finds herself joining the rebellion.
Enter the Inquisitors. In addition to the satisfying tie-ins, callbacks and intense moments of the first episodes, viewers were left wondering about a potential continuity flaw at the end of episode two. Star Wars Rebels fans likely asked, “Is the Grand Inquisitor (Rupert Friend) truly dead?” Despite Reva (Moses Ingram) striking down the Grand Inquisitor in Obi-Wan Kenobi, the character previously serves as the main antagonist throughout season one of Dave Filoni’s animated series — which is set to take place five years later.
If the events of Obi-Wan Kenobi leave the Grand Inquisitor out of future storylines, fans might assume that Rebels season one would no longer be considered canon. However, with the appearance of several fan-favorite Rebels characters, such as Ezra Bridger, Hera Syndulla and Sabine Wren, in the Ahsoka teaser shown at Star Wars Celebration, it’s likely that the Grand Inquisitor will be making a return. As we’ve seen with the survival of Vader, along with Darth Maul’s comeback after being sliced in two or Palpatine’s return in The Rise of Skywalker, it’s clear that those who are strong with the Dark Side of the Force have the ability to withstand what should be an otherwise fatal end.
After taking out the Grand Inquisitor (for the time being), Reva also revealed the shocking news to Obi-Wan that Anakin Skywalker (Hayden Christensen) is alive, now fully transformed into Lord Vader. Although this answers the question of how Obi-Wan learned of Anakin’s survival after Mustafar, it left fans asking how Reva came to know Darth Vader’s true identity as Anakin Skywalker — something that was previously believed to be mostly uncommon knowledge. It’s a safe bet this will be addressed in the three remaining episodes, as viewers learn more about Reva’s intricate backstory.
The series’ third episode also name-dropped a character from Star Wars: The Clone Wars series — Quinlan Vos. Although some may remember Quinlan from the prequel films, the Jedi played a much greater role in the Clone Wars series, garnering significant fan appeal for his morally grey, loose-cannon nature. While hiding out with Tala on Mapuzo, Obi-Wan sees Quinlan’s writings carved on the walls, reading: “Only when the eyes are closed can you truly see.”
Quinlan is also known for his unique Force ability of psychometry — being able to see the memories of others when he touches an object they have also touched. With that power in his arsenal, the Jedi is an expert tracker, in addition to being versed in certain aspects of the Dark Side. When the end of episode three leaves Obi-Wan, Leia and Tala in a precarious position, perhaps help from a Jedi like Vos is in store. It’s rumored that O’Shea Jackson Jr. — who is confirmed to make an appearance in the series — will bring Vos to life, meaning we may see an appearance from the character soon enough.
Obi-Wan Kenobi streams new episodes Wednesdays on Disney+.
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