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Hydrogenated MDI Market Size, Trends, Growth Factors, Regional Segment Revenue Analysis, 2021–2028
Reports And Data
MDI that has been hydrogenated belongs to the isocyanate class of organic compounds. It is an aliphatic diisocyanate.
NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, April 1, 2022 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Global Hydrogenated MDI Market report published by Reports and Data encompasses the crucial aspects of the Hydrogenated MDI industry with respect to the market size, market share, global spread, economic scenario, demands and current trends. It also covers the strategic marketing approaches undertaken by the prominent players of the industry and provides a detailed study of the mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, collaborations, corporate and government deals, product launches, brand promotions, and other strategic alliances. Additionally, the report offers an in-depth analysis of the key regions of the market along with the demand and supply statistics in the region, trends, and existence of the prominent players of the industry. The report covers an impact analysis of the pandemic on the overall market. It also includes the changes in demands and factors that might influence the growth or restrain the growth in a post-COVID-19 scenario.
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Hydrogenated MDI Market Top Players:
Evonik Industries
Wanhua Chemical
Covestro AG
Rohm & Haas
Dow Company
OCI Corporation
MITSUI CHEMICALS
Bayer Science
Tosoh Corporation
Vencorex
Huntsman Corporation
Ashland
Diacel Chemical
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The energy sector is an important driver of industrial growth, providing fuel to power the rest of the economy. The demand for energy will increase significantly in the coming years, driven by economic growth, urbanisation, rising incomes and industrial activity. Increasing emphasis of governments across the globe increasing emphasis on renewable energy, including grid-connected and off-grid systems is expected to stimulate market growth during the forecast period.
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Segmentation: Global Hydrogenated MDI Market
Types:
flooring
roofing
textiles
elastomers
optical products
adhesives
sealants
Application:
Hydrogenated MDI
Waterborne Polyurethane
Fabric Coating
Polyurethane Dispersions
Radiation Curable Urethane Acrylates
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Woman fatally stabbed in Harbor City area
A 60-year-old man was taken into custody after a woman was stabbed to death in the Harbor City area early Wednesday morning, authorities said.
Deputies responded to the 800 block of Sepulveda Boulevard around 3:20 a.m. and found a woman suffering from stab wounds to the upper torso, the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department officials said in a news release .
The 59-year-old stabbing victim was ultimately pronounced dead at the scene. She has not been named.
A man “who is believed to be the suspect” was detained by deputies, the Sheriff’s Department said. Authorities did not name the man and his relationship to the woman was unknown.
It’s also unclear what motivated the attack.
The stabbing remains under investigation and no further details were immediately available.
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Which gymnastic grips are best?
Gymnastic grips are designed to do what any grip is designed to do: protect the hands. These grips are more specialized than the average grip, however, as they are typically meant for use on bars during gymnastic routines. Failing to use a good set of gymnastic grips can lead to blisters, calluses and ripped-off pieces of skin. And pain. Lots of pain.
The best gymnastic grips are the WODFitters Textured Leather Gymnastic Hand Grips. They cover the wrists as well as the palms and their leather is top-tier.
What to know before you buy gymnastic grips
Gymnastic grips vs. alternative grips
Gymnastic grips can refer to true gymnastic grips or generalized hang grips. Both are useful in most situations, but they still have their differences.
- True grips are designed for more intense use. They use thick leather with textured surfaces to provide extra grip while performing routines on various bars. They usually have two or three finger holes that are designed to be as tight around the finger as possible so they remain firmly in place. More advanced versions include dowels to make spinning around the bars easier.
- Alternative grips are designed with weightlifting in mind, though they can still be used for gymnastics. They tend to be more absorbent and looser around the wrist and fingers. They also have two-three finger holes, but a few may have four.
Shape
Gymnastic grips can be straight, skinny or curved.
- Straight grips are the most protective as they cover more of the hand. However, they can be difficult to adjust to.
- Skinny grips offer less protection for those who prefer to feel as much of the bar on their skin as possible, but they still help prevent various sores.
- Curved grips combine elements of the above grips. They’re wide at the base of the palm and fingers but narrow in the center. Thus, they are more protective than skinny grips and more natural-feeling than straight grips.
What to look for in quality gymnastic grips
Wrist straps
Gymnastic grips use either buckles or Velcro to secure around the wrist.
- Buckles are best for advanced gymnasts. They take more time and effort to secure and loosen, but there’s no way for them to come loose during a routine unless the entire grip fails.
- Velcro grips are best for everyone else. They are quick and easy to secure, and they are the most adjustable.
Moisture-wicking
Some gymnastic grips have moisture-wicking properties. Alternative grips typically use them more as gymnasts usually use chalk, which provides the same moisture-wicking aspect but better.
Machine-washable
A few gymnastic grips are machine-washable, though most are not. Again, alternative grips are more likely to have this feature than pure gymnastic grips.
How much you can expect to spend on gymnastic grips
Gymnastic grips rarely cost more than $30-$40 at their best. Average grips usually cost $15-$25. Some grips cost $10 or less while still being a worthwhile product.
Gymnastic grips FAQ
Can I not use gymnastic grips?
A. Sure. You may not like the way they feel on your hands or how you can’t feel the bar in your palms. That’s fine. You’ll just need to handle the endless series of blisters and calluses you’re going to develop by not wearing them.
What’s the best way to break in gymnastic grips?
A. There’s no secret method to breaking in gymnastic grips. You just have to use them enough. It is best, however, to start by performing small gymnastic routines or lifting basic weights until you feel like they’ve become broken in enough.
How do I maintain gymnastic grips?
A. Maintaining them is simple. Make sure you’re dusting any excess chalk off of them once you’re done, and keep them in a carrying bag. A grip brush can help you with the dust, and a few grips include carrying bags with purchase. Unfortunately, there’s no maintenance to perform to prevent natural wear and tear. Once you notice tears and holes, loose stitching or thinned-out leather, it’s time for a replacement.
What are the best gymnastic grips to buy?
Top gymnastic grips
WODFitters Textured Leather Gymnastic Hand Grips
What you need to know: These are well situated between affordability and function.
What you’ll love: The leather is textured and of good quality. They come with a carrying bag. The wrists and palms are covered adequately. Consumers frequently noted how comfortable they are. They secure tightly and easily with Velcro straps. They’re equally good for gymnasts and weightlifters.
What you should consider: The wrist straps can be difficult to remove. Some consumers noted that these grips begin to fray quickly. They’re only available in extra-small or large sizes.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Top gymnastic grips for the money
Gibson Athletic Rainbow Gymnastic Hand Grips
What you need to know: This budget pick is perfect for those new to gymnastics.
What you’ll love: These require no break-in period. The leather is smooth but effective. They come in sizes from medium to XL and in four colors. The finger holes are designed to be customized. They are made in the U.S. and have a 30-day warranty.
What you should consider: Some consumers felt the finger holes were rough and uncomfortable. Others said these tend to run small, requiring an order of the next size up.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Worth checking out
Bear Komplex Three-Hole Leather Gymnastic Hand Grips
What you need to know: These top-dollar grips are good for serious gymnasts and athletes.
What you’ll love: They come in three sizes and three colors. They’re made with high-quality leather. The three-finger design offers more coverage and protection than average grips. The Velcro straps are easy to secure and adjust. They use quadruple stitching for durability.
What you should consider: They’re among the priciest picks. The Velcro straps can break if overused. Some consumers had issues with breaking them in.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
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Writers’ Branding Announces Corporate Update
Self-publishing company redefines brand with new philosophy, values, logo
COOKSTOWN, NJ, 08511, NEW JERSEY, UNITED STATES, April 1, 2022 /EINPresswire.com/ -- With the new philosophy of allowing human connection and understanding to flourish through the written word and illustration by supplying writers with the support and ingredients they need to share their stories with the world, Writers’ Branding, a full-service self-publishing company, has unveiled its newly rebranded corporate logo and brand values, April 1.“The key to the Writers’ Branding success since the beginning has always been to build our service model around the needs of our authors. Our dedicated team spent a tremendous amount of time working to ensure that our business plan and corporate structure have solid foundations for future growth. We share the passion of publishing and marketing with our authors and have built an ecosystem of publishing excellence designed to support their goals. With this in mind, we are very excited about the future of Writers’ Branding,” stated one of the staff of Writers’ Branding.
The new logo celebrates authors and their stories, reflecting the new branding initiatives and business model. The layout is clean and simple to represent the ease and organization of the self-publishing and marketing process. Retaining its original colors, it was designed to look elegant in order to portray the premium nature of the services that Writers’ Branding offers. This brand update positions Writers’ Branding as committed to creating transformative experiences that enable its authors to live their ideal publishing and marketing goals.
The Writers’ Branding corporate update also includes new brand values: Integrity, Loyalty, Respect, Accountability, Trust, Service, Honor and Communication. As the authority in the author’s self-publishing journey, the company recognizes the need to capture the author’s imagination, build trust, and present them with the options that best fit what they desire.
This corporate update reinforces that the author’s dream is at the forefront, and Writers’ Branding continues to provide aspiring authors exclusive access to publicity and a pool of book evaluators and marketing creatives and bridges them to literary agencies and traditional publishing houses.
Please visit www.writersbranding.com for more information.
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NEW YORK (AP) — In a recent dispatch from Moscow, BBC correspondent Steve Rosenberg noted that a new Russian law required him to refer to the invasion of Ukraine as a “special military operation.” Then he quoted a Russian human rights lawyer who liberally used what is now a forbidden word: “war.”
The restrictions on how news organizations can report in Russia, which carry punishment of up to 15 years in prison, have impeded journalists, but not muzzled them. Many continue to report aggressively, even from outside the country, by making use of modern tools unavailable a generation ago: the Internet, encrypted communications, mobile-phone cameras in the hands of millions — and simple bravery.
“I don't think there's any kind of lack of information about what is happening in Russia,” said Vasily Gatov, a Boston-based Russian media researcher whose mother still lives in Moscow.
The new law, abruptly put in place March 4, placed restrictions on use of the word “war” and threatens punishment for any stories that go against the Russian government's version of events — what it refers to as “false information.” It immediately had a chilling effect for journalists serving audiences primarily in Russia, and it also forced those reporting to the outside world to reevaluate operations.
The BBC suspended its reporting from Russia for several days, but restored it on March 8. Some news organizations have pulled journalists out of the country, others have stripped bylines from stories. Concerned about safety, several news organizations have said little or nothing publicly about how their journalists are deployed.
Reporters who displeased authorities in the old Soviet Union could be expelled from the country. But a law that says they can be put in jail for 15 years is a different risk entirely, said Ann Cooper, who was an NPR bureau chief in Moscow and former executive director of the Committee to Protect Journalists.
“The change to the criminal code, which seems designed to turn any independent reporter into a criminal purely by association, makes it impossible to continue any semblance of normal journalism inside the country,” John Micklethwait, Bloomberg editor in chief, said in telling his staff that its reporters would be pulled from Russia.
Despite the exit, Bloomberg was credited with breaking significant news by reporting March 23 that Russian climate envoy Anatoly Chubais had stepped down and left the country. The story carried no dateline or byline, except a tag noting Simon Kennedy’s “assistance.”
The sentencing of Russian dissident Alexei Navalny to a longer stint in prison on March 22 tested how journalists could operate in a stricter environment.
Even though the decision was handed down at a penal colony 70 miles from from Moscow. The New York Times and The Washington Post both did thorough stories using a variety of sources: other news agencies, Twitter and Instagram posts, video of the hearing shown on YouTube, interviews with Navalny aides.
The Times had moved its staff out of Russia for safety reasons. The Moscow bureau chief, Anton Troianovski, is reporting from Istanbul, Turkey, and other journalists are scattered throughout Europe, said Jim Yardley, the Times's Europe editor.
“We continue to cover Russia closely — monitoring Russian television, government briefings and social media, while staying in touch with and interviewing sources, experts, and Russians who are still inside the country,” Yardley said. “We hope that we can safely return to Moscow soon, but for now, we are working hard to cover the country from the outside.”
That's where many of the new tools for keeping journalists informed come into play; Telegram is being used frequently for encrypted conversations, said Jeff Trimble, a lecturer at Ohio State University and a former Moscow reporter for U.S. News & World Report. Plenty of video is available, but must be checked carefully for accuracy, he said.
The Associated Press wrote a story following Navalny's sentencing about small signs of defiance emerging in Russia. It had a New York dateline and no byline, but no shortage of detail, including police in the city of Nizhny Novgorod detaining a silent demonstrator who displayed a blank sign.
The AP has written some unbylined stories with Moscow datelines and also broken news from outside sources, including a March 30 story about U.S. intelligence sources saying that Russian President Vladimir Putin had been misled by his military aides about the war because of their fear of delivering bad news from the battlefield.
Julie Pace, the AP's executive editor, said it's vital to continue to report from countries around the world where press freedoms have been curtailed. Executives at competing news organizations are now engaging with each other about safety and security issues in Russia, she said.
Without the physical presence of reporters, it’s more difficult to keep track of how the war and economic sanctions are affecting day-to-day life in Russia. That makes Rosenberg’s BBC reports stand out: he visited a grocery store to see how purchase limits are in place to prevent hoarding, and interviewed an 88-year-old woman who was selling possessions to buy food and medicine.
“It’s always important for journalists to have their feet on the ground,” Cooper said.
Television journalists are affected more severely by the response to restrictions. Live shots from Moscow’s Red Square have disappeared. The NBC “Nightly News” brief report on Navalny’s sentence came from Richard Engel in Ukraine. CBS News has run BBC reports. CNN used old-fashioned “Kremlinology” techniques of examining pictures to speculate on whether Russian defense minister Sergei Shoigu has fallen out of favor.
The BBC said it restored its reporting from Russia after considering the new law's implications “alongside the urgent need to report from inside Russia.” However, the company’s Russian-language service is no longer reporting from inside the country.
That’s left Rosenberg to wander the streets. In one report, he interviewed a parliament member who insisted there were no political prisoners in all of Russia.
“That is precisely the picture the Kremlin paints for the Russian people, hoping that they’ll believe that there’s no repression here, no war, no problem,” Rosenberg said.
The BBC declined a request to talk about whether there’s been Russian government pushback against his work.
After the new law was announced, ABC News’ James Longman reported from Moscow about the early impact of the West's economic sanctions and Putin's “assault on free speech.”
“There is a creeping realization that 30 years of progress is about to end,” Longman said.
In the weeks since, there have been no reports from inside Russia by ABC News correspondents.
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Baseball: Vanderbilt signee Matt Wolfe choreographs success for Olentangy Orange Pioneers
Matt Wolfe loves the simple pleasures of baseball.
The Olentangy Orange senior shortstop can drive in the game-winning run, steal a base to extend a rally or range deep in the hole, spin and rifle a laser throw to first base to get a speedy runner.
What the Vanderbilt signee gets his most satisfaction from may be a bit surprising.
“I love to get the big hit but when you play the infield, there is a different tempo to it than anywhere else,” he said. “(The action in) the outfield can be dead at times, but there is such a rhythm to playing the infield.
“It’s like you’re dancing out there on the field. You’re having fun whipping the ball across the field and your feet are moving. It’s a lot like dancing, and that’s the most satisfying thing in baseball.”
Wolfe is a standout fielder and a threat to pitchers in the batter’s box. Last season, he hit .419 with two home runs, 25 RBI, 19 stolen bases and 31 runs scored, stats that helped him earn second-team all-state and first team all-district and all-OCC-Central Division honors.
He said batting has a similar rhythm to playing in the infield.
“When you’re hitting and you’re timing up the pitcher, you’re kind of dancing with the pitcher, if you will,” he said. “When the pitcher comes down off that mound and you’re going through your motions (as a hitter) as well, it’s like you are reproducing everything he gives to you only backwards. You are dancing in a way with your load, your timing and with the pitcher.”
Coach Tom Marker said Wolfe excels in all areas of the game and is growing into his role as a leader.
“Matt has a wealth of knowledge of the game, a high intellect for it and a good feel for it,” said Marker, who is in his third season. “He has grown up a ton. That leadership piece is really a big thing. He has a cool personality. He’s a genuine guy, and he’s fun to be around. He knows when to turn it off and turn it on.
“He’s not a rah-rah kind of guy, but he goes about things the right way. He knows how and when to talk to the younger guys. He knows when to put his arm around them, and he knows when to kick them in the butt a little bit. He has played the game a long time and has been around a lot of really good players. He’s a good player himself, which helps a lot.”
The Pioneers finished 27-4 last spring, losing to eventual Division I state champion New Albany 3-1 in a regional final. Wolfe said the loss was heartbreaking but par for the course in a sport built around failure.
“Baseball is the most humbling sport,” he said. “You can go 4-for-4 one day and then go 0-for-4 the next day. Just like at regional last year (when 2021 graduate Josh) Laisure and I went (a combined) 7-for-7 in the (8-7 semifinal win over Westerville South) and then we went 0-for-6 the next day against New Albany. It’s just one of those things. It’s exciting, but it’s also frustrating. I love it.
“You have to remember the game can be humbling. When you struggle, you can look back to the days when you were succeeding and go back to your routine. If you stay with your routine, you can’t get down too much. If you do things the same, it will eventually come around and things will go your way.”
Wolfe feels at ease playing baseball, saying he can reach his potential because the sport “was the first thing I fell in love with.” He also wants to help his teammates reach their potential in what he hopes is another memorable season.
“I feel like I want to improve on my leadership skills,” Wolfe said. “I never really wanted to have a leadership role. I’m more soft-spoken.
“Last year brought out a different part of me. I started to give little pregame speeches. At first it was just reciting movie speeches, and then that took off and I started giving my own speeches. The boys got crazy for it and we were winning. I think I will bring that back this year, especially with all of the younger guys, so I’ll have to bring it up to a new level.”
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BERLIN
•Coach: Mike Weaver, third season
•Top players: Matthew Barreca, Max Bihler, Harrison Brewster, Jake Brewster, Daniel Gladden, Carson Lewis, Parker McDaniels, Mac Moore and Griffin White
•Key losses: Mitch Herbst, Ryan Horstman, Jake Kinkead, Jacob Moeller, Sam Reitz and Nathan Varner
•Last season: 16-13 overall
•2021 OCC-Cardinal standings: Hilliard Darby (12-3), Olentangy (9-6), Thomas Worthington (8-7), Berlin (7-8), Marysville (5-10), Dublin Jerome (4-11)
•2021 postseason: Def. Worthington Kilbourne 1-0; def. Pickerington North 4-3 (9 innings); lost to Orange 5-1 in Division I district final
•Outlook: The Bears reached a district final last spring, which is something coach Mike Weaver believes could become an annual event because of the talent in the program.
Senior Daniel Gladden (P/1B; honorable mention all-district, second-team all-league) was 4-4 with a 4.34 ERA, 42 strikeouts and 34 walks in 51 2/3 innings. The Wittenberg recruit also batted .419 with 13 RBI and 12 runs.
Also back are seniors Matthew Barreca (SS; honorable mention all-district, second-team all-league; .364, 9 RBI, 26 runs), Max Bihler (1B) and Mac Moore (3B) and sophomores Harrison Brewster (2B) and Parker McDaniels (C; .352, 13 RBI, 14 runs).
Senior Carson Lewis and junior Griffin White are back on the mound. Junior Nate Hurley and sophomores Ascher Dent and Kyle Haag also will pitch.
•Quotable: “(The district final) was huge. I think more than anything it did more for us in letting people know we are a program that’s going to be around. Internally, we have forgotten about it. We can’t live off that. This year’s players have to build their own legacy. Nothing will be handed to them. We want to use that as a learning experience. The bar has been set and they have to live up to that.” — Weaver
DELAWARE
•Coach: David Meikrantz, first season
•Top players: Turner Ashby, Bryden Decaminada, Austin Dowell, Brennan Green, Colin Milligan and Bryan Skedell
•Key losses: Matt McGeath, Devon Pounds and Drew Williams
•Last season: 7-17 overall
•2021 OCC-Capital standings: Westerville South (12-2), Canal Winchester (11-3), Worthington Kilbourne (9-5), Dublin Scioto (8-6), Big Walnut (6-6) Westerville North (5-7), Delaware (3-11), Franklin Heights (0-14)
•2021 postseason: Lost to Kilbourne 7-1 in first round of Division I district tournament
•Outlook: Coach David Meikrantz is on a crash course trying to learn his team after taking over in early February.
Meikrantz, who got his first win when the Pacers defeated Whetstone 5-3 in their opener March 29, replaced Ryan Montgomery, who was named Delaware’s football coach Jan. 19. Montgomery led the baseball program for seven seasons, going 76-102.
One of Meikrantz’s first discoveries was that senior Turner Ashby (INF/P) can play outfield, too.
Seniors Brennan Green (C/INF), Austin Dowell (INF/P) and Bryan Skedell (INF/C) also help lead the way. Dowell (honorable mention all-league) hit .333 with 19 hits and 15 RBI last year.
Sophomores Bryden Decaminada (INF/P) and Colin Milligan (INF/P) are other key players. Decaminada batted .277 with 18 hits and eight RBI last season.
•Quotable: “I’ve been moving guys around in practice a lot trying to find out who’s versatile. (The transition) went smoother than I anticipated. (Montgomery) is a great resource if I need him. I can always find him in the weight room and ask him a question. He knows the field better than I do; he knows the kids better than I do and his dad (Curtis) is still on staff with us. He’s been a great resource too to bridge the gap from former coach to new coach.” — Meikrantz
—Michael Rich
LIBERTY
•Coach: Ty Brenning, 10th season
•Top players: Brock Amelung, Connor Bourn, David Dielman, Nolan Fogg, Anderson Gomez, Mason Onate and Josh Stickel
•Key losses: Nick Falter, Adam Lane, Dom Magistrale, Joe Tootle, Michael Tuttle and Brian Yamokoski
•Last season: 23-7 overall
•2021 OCC-Central standings: Orange (14-1), Liberty (10-5), Upper Arlington (10-5), Hilliard Davidson (5-10), Dublin Coffman (3-12), Hilliard Bradley (3-12)
•2021 postseason: Def. Westland 10-0; def. Westerville Central 4-2; lost to New Albany 5-2 in Division I district final
•Outlook: The Patriots feature a strong pitching staff that allowed just three runs in the first three games during a spring break trip to Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. Seniors Nathan Leininger (P) and David Dielman (3B/P) each tossed a two-hit shutout in a pair of March 30 wins.
Junior Anderson Gomez (OF/P) went 8-1 with a 2.07 ERA and 46 strikeouts in 50 2/3 innings last season. Junior Brock Amelung (1B/P) also is expected to be a key contributor on the mound.
Junior Mason Onate (SS) returns after batting .500 with 11 doubles and 30 RBI. Senior Nolan Fogg (OF) batted .360 with six doubles, two triples, two homers and 25 RBI, and senior Connor Bourn (OF) batted .319 with eight doubles and 27 RBI.
Onate was first-team all-district and all-league, Gomez was second-team all-district and first-team all-league and Fogg was honorable mention all-district and special mention all-league.
•Quotable: “We’ve got to stay healthy, humble and hungry. If we do that and continue to develop our offensive approach at the plate and play sound defense, I think we’ll be in most ballgames. I’m really happy with our upperclassmen and our pitching staff. Our pitchers have put in a tremendous amount of work in the last 12 months.” — coach Ty Brenning
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OLENTANGY
•Coach: Ryan Lucas, ninth season
•Top players: Brady Beaumont, Tommy Chilicki, Jackson Crispman, Vitaly DiBlasi, Zander Held, Brandon Hire, Aiden O’Brien, Austin Sizemore and Carter Williamson
•Key losses: Kaden Doup, Eric Efland, Jace Middleton and Grant Schaffner
•Last season: 15-13 overall
•2021 postseason: Def. Independence by forfeit; def. Teays Valley 7-0; lost to Darby 2-0 in Division I district semifinal
•Outlook: With a roster full of varsity experience, Olentangy could be back to where it was when it won three consecutive league titles from 2015-17 and district titles in 2016 and 2018.
Seniors Tommy Chilicki (P/3B), Brandon Hire (P/SS), Austin Sizemore (P/1B/SS) and Carter Williamson (P/C/1B) give the Braves a formidable pitching staff and options in the field. Hire (honorable mention all-district) and Williamson have committed to Walsh and Chilicki (first-team all-district and all-league) has committed to Wittenberg.
Juniors Vitaly DiBlasi (P/OF/SS) and Brady Beaumont (C/P/OF) also are key contributors.
•Quotable: “We’ve got a bunch of guys that have been through it and know what a varsity game is like. They know what a varsity season is like. They know me and the expectations of our program. So, I feel really good about where we’re at. Now, program-wide, we have three teams again and we have 48 guys in our program. I feel like we’re back to where we were at (in 2015-18) when we went on that run winning a bunch of championships.” — coach Ryan Lucas
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ORANGE
•Coach: Tom Marker, third season
•Top players: Cole Cahill, Rocco Leonetti, Charlie Scholvin, Tate Scholvin, Jacob Tabor and Matt Wolfe
•Key losses: Caden Konczak, Austin Knupp, Josh Laisure, Tommy Robbins, Sam Sells, Logan Shearer and Connor Till
•Last season: 27-4 overall
•2021 postseason: Def. Chillicothe 15-0 (5 innings); def. St. Charles 6-0; def. Berlin 5-1; def. Westerville South 8-7; lost to New Albany 3-1 in Division I regional final
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Ukraine unmasks two generals as Moscow saboteurs while tired Putin is stuck in ‘Kremlin cage’ with Russian Army ‘exhausted’
Two Ukrainian generals have been unmasked as Russian saboteurs and stripped off their ranks with immediate effect, Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky told his nation under siege.
In his daily video address to the nation, Zelensky said “today another decision was made on anti-heroes, gradually all of them will be punished.”
“That is why Andriy Olehovych Naumov, former head of the main department of internal security at the Security Service of Ukraine, and Serhiy Oleksandrovych Kryvoruchko, former head of the SBU directorate in the Kherson region, are no longer generals,” he said.
Zelensky added that “these high-ranking servicemen, who could not decide on where their homeland is, who violate the military oath of allegiance to the Ukrainian people regarding the protection of our state, its freedom, independence, will certainly be deprived of their high military rank.”
Putin in ‘a cage’
Meanwhile, UK Defence Secretary Ben Wallace has claimed Vladimir Putin “is now a man in a cage he built himself”.
As the Russian war against Ukraine entered day 37, the British minister said Russia’s president no longer bore the “force” he used to.
In an interview with Sky News, he said: “President Putin is not the force he used to be. He is now a man in a cage he built himself. His army is exhausted, he has suffered significant losses.”
“The reputation of this great army of Russia has been trashed.”
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“He has not only got to live with the consequences of what he is doing to Ukraine, but he has also got to live with the consequences of what he has done to his own army.
“We have seen it before. It always gets worse. It goes for more civilian attacks, more civilian areas.”
The Chief of the Defence Staff earlier expressed similar sentiments.
Admiral Sir Tony Radakin said Russia’s bid to take all of Ukraine during its invasion looks to have “fallen apart” as Mr Putin’s troops retreat.
The head of Britain’s armed forces said the Russian leader had been “misled” about the effectiveness of his country’s armed forces, with “early indications” suggesting Moscow was withdrawing troops – a move that has opened them up to counter attacks by Ukrainian defenders.
In a speech and follow-on question-and-answer session at an Institute for Government (IfG) event, the Chief of the Defence Staff said Mr Putin was a “weaker and more diminished figure today” than he was before the invasion started on February 24.
He announced that the UK was “incredibly cautious” about believing Russian claims of ground troops withdrawing from Kyiv but said there did appear to be signs the Kremlin was preparing to focus its efforts on the east and south of Ukraine.
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The Okanagan College Coyotes opened the Canadian Collegiate Baseball Conference (CCBC) season with two wins over the Edmonton Collegiate Riverhawks on Thursday (Mar. 31).
After a back-and-forth few innings in game one, the Coyotes found themselves down 6-5 but came back to win the opener by a score of 12-6.
Game two was all Coyotes, winning 10-0 in a shortened seven-inning game. Being up by ten runs, the mercy rule came into effect.
Individual statistics are not yet available from the two games.
Game three of the four-game series will be played tonight at Elks Stadium. First pitch is at 7:30 p.m.
They will finish the series on Saturday (Apr. 2) at 12 p.m.
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Company with shares held by Chancellor´s wife reportedly closing Russia office
An Indian technology company in which the Chancellor’s wife owns shares is reportedly closing its office in Russia and seeking replacement roles for its Moscow staff abroad.
Rishi Sunak has come under pressure over his wife, Akshata Murthy, having a 0.91% stake in Infosys, as it continued to operate in Russia after the invasion of Ukraine.
A previous statement from the company, founded by Ms Murthy’s billionaire father NR Narayana Murthy, reportedly said there was a “small team” based in Russia that serviced global clients, but that the firm did not have “any active business relationships with local Russian enterprises”.
But the BBC reported on Friday that Infosys is now closing its office in Russia, and attempting to find replacement roles outside of the country for staff employed in Moscow.
Labour and the Liberal Democrats had both called for Mr Sunak to answer questions over the issue.
In the Commons on Thursday, a Labour shadow minister was forced to withdraw a claim that Mr Sunak was “hypocritical” because of his family’s shares in the company.
Chancellor Rishi Sunak with his wife Akshata Murthy (Ian West/PA)
In an interview aired later on the BBC’s Newscast podcast, Mr Sunak said: “You know, I think it’s totally fine for people to take shots at me. It’s fair game. I’m the one sitting here and that’s what I signed up for.”
But he said it was “very upsetting” and “wrong” for people to direct criticism at his wife.
“Actually, it’s very upsetting and, I think, wrong for people to try and come at my wife, and you know, beyond that actually, with regard to my father-in-law, for whom I have nothing but enormous pride and admiration for everything that he’s achieved, and no amount of attempted smearing is going to make me change that because he’s wonderful and has achieved a huge amount, as I said, I’m enormously proud of him,” he said.
He jokingly compared himself to Will Smith in “having our wives attacked”, referring to the incident where actor Mr Smith slapped Chris Rock at the Oscars, after the comedian had made a joke about his wife’s alopecia.
“Someone said, ‘Joe Root, Will Smith, and me – not the best of weekends for any of us’,” he said.
Previously, Mr Sunak had refused to answer questions about his wife’s involvement in the company.
Asked on Sky News whether his family was going against advice given to companies over connections with Russia, he said: “I’m an elected politician, and I’m here to talk to you about what I’m responsible for. My wife is not.”
He said he had “nothing to do with that company”.
Infosys and Mr Sunak have been approached for comment.
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DETROIT — In the long debate over whether Black Americans should be granted reparations for the atrocity and injustices of slavery and racism, California took a big step this week toward becoming the first U.S. state to make some form of restitution a reality.
The state’s reparations task force tackled the divisive issue of which Black residents should be eligible — it narrowly decided in favor of limiting compensation to the descendants of free and enslaved Black people who were in the U.S. in the 19th century.
Whether Tuesday’s vote by the task force spurs other states and cities to advance their own proposals, and whether they adopt California’s still controversial standard for who would benefit, remains to be seen. Some veteran reparations advocates disagree strongly with proposals to limiting eligibility to only Black people who can prove they have enslaved ancestors, while excluding those who cannot and leaving out victims of other historic injustices, such as redlining and mass incarceration.
Still, one advocate noted California’s move is a step that could lend momentum to stalled reparation proposals elsewhere in the U.S.
“It’s precipitated a debate and it will influence communities,” said Ron Daniels, president of The Institute of the Black World 21st Century and administrator of the National African American Reparations Commission, an advocacy group of scholars and activists.
As to whether others will adopt the same approach to eligibility, Daniels said: “That’s to be decided. ... We think that ultimately a more expansive definition will prevail.”
The commission headed by Daniels has taken a position that limiting reparations to slave descendants, or to Americans whose ancestors were free Blacks living during the time of slavery, ignores the effects of racism that persisted for more than a century after emancipation.
“There are always going to be criteria” for reparations, Daniels said. “The problem is the harms have been so gross that almost no Black person is not eligible in some form or another.”
Although there is still debate among historians about when exactly the practice began, chattel slavery in what would become the U.S. dates back to 1619 when about 20 enslaved Africans were brought to Jamestown, Virginia — then a British colony. Over the next two centuries, more than 300,000 men, women and children were forcibly taken from Africa to work on plantations in southern colonies and later the Southern states, according to the Trans-Atlantic Slave Trade Database, a project funded by the National Endowment for the Humanities and maintained by Rice University.
Slavery in the U.S. officially ended in 1865 with the ratification of the 13th Amendment. Union Army General William Sherman promised compensation to freed slaves in the form of land and mules to farm it — hence the phrase “40 acres and a mule” — after the North’s victory over the South in the Civil War. But President Andrew Johnson took away the offer.
More than 120 years later, then-Rep. John Conyers, a Detroit Democrat, first introduced H.R. 40, a bill that would create a federal commission to study reparations and make proposals. Conyers reintroduced it in every congressional session until he resigned in 2017. As a candidate, President Joe Biden said he supported creating the commission, but has yet to formally back it as commander-in-chief. Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee, a Texas Democrat, is currently the lead sponsor of the House bill.
Getting governmental leaders to openly consider slavery reparations has been daunting and taken decades. But progress has been made at both the state and local levels, particularly since the national reckoning on racial injustice that was sparked after the 2020 murder of George Floyd by police in Minneapolis.
In Michigan, legislative proposals submitted earlier this year in the House of Representatives call for $1.5 billion in federal dollars to be placed in a racial equity and reparations fund within the state’s treasury. The funds would be issued to various state departments and agencies to provide grants, loans and other economic assistance for businesses and economic developments that promote the Black community.
The bills have yet to receive a hearing in the House.
Last year, Evanston, Illinois, — the first U.S. city to find a source of funding for reparations — began giving eligible Black residents $25,000 housing grants for down payments, repairs or existing mortgages. The program is meant to atone for the history of racial redlining and housing discrimination. Recipients were selected randomly from among the applicants, Black residents who lived in the city between 1919 and 1969.
And in Providence, Rhode Island, the mayor announced a city commission on reparations in February that will look to atone for the city’s role in slavery and systemic racism, as well as the mistreatment of Native Americans.
For Anita Belle, a grassroots activist in Detroit, where residents in the mostly Black city voted in November to create a city reparations commission, getting to this point in the pursuit of reparations is cause for celebration. But what happens next is worrisome, especially when it comes to who gets what and how much, she said.
“I am happy for all of us who have been doing the groundwork for all these years,” said Belle, founder of the Reparations Labor Union. “We are somewhat afraid that these people who have jumped on the bandwagon are actually there to sabotage it and make reparations $12.62, if that. There will be those saboteurs — people who look like us, but have hidden agendas.”
“You have some of that fear in California where the scope for reparations was narrowed to the people who can prove they were enslaved,” she added. “The people of California will be like ‘why am I paying reparations for someone who was enslaved in Mississippi?’”
In California, the task force is taking the next step with economists to determine the cost of compensating more than 2 million Black residents, although all of them would not be eligible. Following slavery abolition, Black migration to California happened primarily in the immediate decades after World War II, with newly arrived African Americans settling in cities like Oakland, Los Angeles and San Francisco.
The Black population there rose from just under a half-million residents, or 4.4% of the population, in 1950 to 1.4 million residents, or 7% of the population, by 1970. Decades later, the 2020 census recorded 2.1 million Black residents in California, or about 5.3% of the state’s population.
While proposals and who would be eligible appear to vary, they still are types of reparations, according to Rashawn Ray, senior fellow of Governance Studies at the Brookings Institution.
“California chose to focus on enslavement of Black people,” Ray said. “In Evanston, it’s redlining and housing segregation. Both are issues that need restitution to them based on what the wrong is.”
But, Ray added, “Federal reparations — without a doubt and hands-down — that’s what we need. What is happening in California should be happening in Congress.”
As a former alderman for the city of Evanston, Illinois, and a longtime reparations advocate, Robin Rue Simmons said reaching consensus on eligibility can be tough because policymakers should be as expansive and inclusive as possible, while also identifying specific harms that they’re seeking to address.
The big step taken by California could help spur action on reparations proposals in other cities and states, Simmons said, and perhaps add pressure for the federal government to act, which she sees as critical.
She doesn’t expect California’s lineage-based eligibility standard to become the norm.
“I don’t think any community should think that another has figured it out for them,” Simmons said, “because every community is going to have their own priorities and their specific history.”
Bynum reported from Savannah, Ga. AP writers Janie Har in San Francisco and Michael Schneider in Orlando contributed to this story.
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Situation on train bridge between Pierre and Fort Pierre yesterday resolved peacefully
A mental health situation was resolved with no injuries after a person threatened to harm themself by falling from the train bridge over the Missouri River between Pierre and Fort...
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LOS ANGELES (AP) — The owner of a downtown Los Angeles building where an explosion injured 12 firefighters has been allowed to enter a judicial diversion program that allows him to avoid jail time.
A court commissioner on Wednesday granted Steve Sungho Lee's request to enter the two-year program. Lee owned a commercial building that caught fire in May 2020.
Firefighters on the roof and inside the building had to run for their lives when a ball of flames erupted from a vaping supply warehouse.
City prosecutors filed more than 160 charges against Lee and his companies over alleged safety violations.
They'll be dismissed if Lee follows the diversion requirements.
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UK officials have begun to receive fines for COVID-19 regulation breaches, Sky News reports, days after police said an initial 20 fines would be handed out after an investigation into lockdown parties.
Sky said the fines related to a June 18, 2020 leaving party in the cabinet office - a building at the heart of the government estate and physically connected to Prime Minister Boris Johnson's Downing Street offices and residence.
Sky said the first of those fines were 50 pounds ($A87).
The officials were not named.
The event was one of 12 that police said in January they were investigating, based on evidence passed to them by an internal government inquiry that concluded Johnson's staff enjoyed alcohol-fuelled parties.
The issue threatened Johnson's position earlier when members of his own party began calling for him to quit and public trust in his leadership plummeted - although the focus on Ukraine has relieved some of the immediate pressure on him.
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By Evelyn Usman
A gas explosion rocked Amuwo Odofin Industrial estate, Lagos, Thursday night.
A man identified as Hassan Usman was reportedly burnt to death in the resultant fire, while three others who had varying degrees of burns were rushed to a hospital in Mushin area of the state.
Also, properties worth several millions of naira were destroyed in the inferno.
The explosion which occurred at Archers Gas limited, sent residents, most of whom were jostled from sleep scampering in different directions for safety, as they mistook it for an invasion by armed hoodlums.
A resident who identified himself simply as Alabi, said ” we heard a loud bang like the sound of a bomb and everybody ran for safety. We later discovered that it was from the gas company. One man who was burnt to death was taken to the mortuary”.
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TCU gives Dixon extension after 1st NCAA victory in 35 years
FORT WORTH, Texas (AP) — TCU coach Jamie Dixon is getting a contract extension through the 2027-28 season after leading his alma mater to its first NCAA Tournament victory in 35 years. Dixon was a player in 1987 the last time the Horned Frogs won a tournament game before they beat Seton Hall 69-42 on March 17. TCU lost to top-seeded Arizona 85-80 in overtime in the second round. TCU was coming off Dixon’s first losing record in 18 seasons as a head coach. The Horned Frogs finished 21-13. They are 117-84 in six seasons under Dixon.
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UNITED NATIONS (AP) — The U.N. Security Council voted unanimously Thursday to endorse the African Union’s new transitional mission in Somalia and authorized it to take action against al-Qaida and Islamic State extremist groups and conduct a phased handover of security responsibilities to Somalia’s government.
The African Union Transitional Mission in Somalia, known as ATMIS, replaces the African Union Mission in Somalia, known as AMISOM, which has been in the Horn of Africa nation for 15 years trying to build lasting peace and security.
While the resolution adopted by the council recognizes significant changes in the security situation since it authorized AMISOM in February 2007 and improvements in Somalia’s capability to respond to security challenges, it also reaffirms “the need to combat terrorist threats by all means.”
Only in the past few years has Somalia begun to find its footing after three decades of chaos from warlords to the al-Qaida-linked al-Shabab extremist group and the emergence of Islamic State-linked extremist groups. Last year, a political crisis further postponed long-delayed elections and lower house elections which were to be completed on March 15 are still not complete, further delaying the vote for a new president.
The British-drafted resolution authorizes the new ATMIS mission to support the Somali forces “in providing security for the political process at all levels.”
The Security Council underscored that completing the electoral process without further delay and achieving “a peaceful transition of power” will help Somalia move ahead with its national priorities and support its 2021 transition plan which outlines steps toward the gradual handover of responsibilities for security from international forces to the government.
The council reiterated its objective “of enabling Somalia to take full responsibility for its own security, including through assuming the leading role in countering and addressing the threat posed by al-Shabab.”
The resolution authorizes ATMIS to conduct jointly planned operations with Somali security forces “to degrade al-Shabab and affiliates linked to ISIL,” an acronym for the Islamic State group.
The council authorized AU member nations to deploy up to 19,626 uniformed personnel, including a minimum of 1.040 police, until Dec. 31, and endorsed the AU Peace and Security Council’s decision to reduce the peacekeeping force by 2,000 by that date. It authorized a reduced force of 17,626 between Jan. 1 and March 31, 2023, and noted that a joint proposal including the AU and Somalia envisions further cuts to 14,626 in September 2023, 10,626 in June 2024 and “zero personnel” by the end of December 2024.
The resolution welcomes the Somali government’s intention to generate 3,850 new security forces by December 2022, 8,525 new forces by September 2023 and 10,450 new forces by June 2024.
AMISOM was funded by voluntary contributions, especially from the European Union, with logistical support from the United Nations. The Security Council urged U.N. member nations, including new donors, “to consider providing predictable, sustainable and multi-year support for ATMIS.”
After the vote, Britain’s deputy U.N. ambassador James Kariuki thanked council members for their support “in the adoption of this landmark resolution.”
U.S. deputy ambassador Richard Mills said the resolution “provides a vital opportunity to build on AMISOM’s efforts and take the next steps to roll back al-Shabaab, enabling Somalia to provide the security and stability required for the Somali people to achieve their aspirations.”
“Al-Shabab is a formidable and adaptable threat to Somalia, and to East Africa more broadly,” he said. “As al-Qaeda’s largest and best financed affiliate, al-Shabab represents a threat that requires a vigorous and broad-based response. The ATMIS mandate provides the opportunity to adapt and reinvigorate the African-led, international effort against al-Shabab.
Albania’s political coordinator Arian Spasse noted al-Shabab’s increased attacks on security forces and civilians in recent months and called on the government again to complete elections.
“It is crucial the newly elected government turn its focus to the deteriorating security situation, to the undertaking of reforms, and to the humanitarian crisis caused by the unprecedented droughts, which is plunging the population into another famine,” he said. “Further delays will give al-Shabaab more time to overshadow the government’s effort to provide peace and prosperity, and will fuel al-Shabab propaganda as an alternative to a democratically elected government.”
Somalia’s U.N. Ambassador Abukar Osman expressed disappointment that the council’s resolution didn’t provide more funding for its security forces, address the need for a unified and centralized command for ATMIS, and greater logistical support
Addressing these issues will ensure that the resolution is aligned with Somalia’s strategic document on security, he said.
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Two rocket launchers and a practice grenade were found in a trash can at a residence near a California school earlier this week, authorities said.
On Wednesday, Perris Station deputies responded to the 32200 block of Leon Road, Winchester, regarding a military ordinance found in a trash dumpster, the Riverside County Sheriff's Department told NPR. The location was less than a mile from Liberty High School.
Inside the dumpster were two empty, one-time use, disposable AT4 launcher tubes and one inert practice grenade that was cut in half.
"Although the launcher tubes are illegal to possess, they were not a safety hazard and there was no threat to the community," the department said. "This incident was not an unusual occurrence, as we routinely find and seize inert military ordinance."
The Riverside County Sheriff's Department Hazard Device Team responded to the scene and collected the items.
Are these weapons legal?
Grenades and rocket launchers, also known as bazookas, are considered "destructive devices" by the National Firearms Act. They are also classified as firearms and are therefore legal with proper registration.
However, states and localities have the power to further regulate or outlaw the weapons in their jurisdictions.
Possessing a destructive device is illegal in California, if it can be proven in court who it belongs to and that the person knew it was a destructive device.
Penalties for breaking that law — whether treated as a misdemeanor or felony — depends on a suspect's criminal history and the circumstances surrounding the offense.
As a misdemeanor, the crime carries up to a year in jail and a fine of up to $1,000. As a felony, perpetrators could face up to three years in prison and a $10,000 fine.
However, legal arguments can be made if there is a permit for the weapon.
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NEW YORK (AP) — Stock indexes edged higher on Wall Street in afternoon trading Friday while Treasury yields soar, after a healthy report on the U.S. job market strengthened expectations for coming interest rate hikes.
The S&P 500 was up 0.2% after wavering between small gains and losses. The benchmark index is on track for a weekly loss following two weeks gains amid lingering concerns about high inflation, higher interest rates from the Federal Reserve and the economic effects of the war in Ukraine.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average bounced back from an early slide and was up 116 points, or 0.3%, at 34,794, as of 2:31 p.m. Eastern time, and the Nasdaq composite was up 0.1%.
The sharpest action was again in the bond market, where the yield on the two-year Treasury approached its highest level in more than three years.
Yields jumped after a U.S. government report showed employers added 431,000 jobs last month. That was slightly below economists’ expectations for 477,500, but the report also revised earlier months’ data to reflect more strength. It showed raises for workers accelerated last month but at a slower pace than overall inflation, while the unemployment rate improved to 3.6% from 3.7%.
“This was a solid report,” said Brian Jacobsen, senior investment strategist at Allspring Global Investments.
“You can see the worries about COVID fading. Fewer people are working remotely. Fewer people are saying they can’t work due to the pandemic.”
A separate report showed that U.S. manufacturing is continuing to grow, though at a slower rate than in February.
A strong jobs market and economy give the Federal Reserve more leeway to raise interest rates sharply in order to beat down the high inflation that’s sweeping the country. The Fed has already raised its key overnight rate once, the first such increase since 2018. Following Friday’s jobs report, traders increased bets that the Fed will raise rates at its next meeting by double the usual amount.
Such expectations drive shorter-term Treasury yields in particular, and the two-year yield leaped to 2.43% from 2.28% late Thursday.
The two-year yield again rose slightly above the 10-year yield, which was also climbing but not as quickly. The 10-year yield rose to 2.38% from 2.33%. On Tuesday, the two-year yield briefly topped the 10-year yield for the first time since 2019, a potentially ominous sign.
Such a flip of the usual relationship between two- and 10-year yields has preceded many recessions in the past, though it hasn’t been a perfect predictor. Some market watchers caution the signal may be less accurate this time, because of distortions in yields caused by extraordinary measures by the Federal Reserve and other central banks to keep interest rates low.
Shares of GameStop initially rose sharply after it said it plans to split its stock, pending approval from shareholders for an increase in the number of its authorized shares. Such splits can bring down the price of a share of stock, potentially putting it in reach of more smaller-pocketed investors. The stock was down 2.6% in afternoon trading.
GameStop’s stock has more than doubled since sitting at $78.11 in mid-March. But it’s still well below the $483 peak reached in early 2021 amid the “meme stock” craze. Then, bands of smaller-pocketed investors joined together to pump prices to levels seen as irrational by many professional investors.
Other meme stocks have also shown renewed strength in recent weeks, though AMC Entertainment fell 8% Friday.
In overseas markets, European stocks were modestly higher despite a report showing consumer prices in the 19 countries that use the euro currency rose by an annual rate of 7.5% in March, the fifth straight monthly record.
France’s CAC 40 rose 0.4%, Germany’s DAX returned 0.2% and the FTSE 100 in London added 0.3%.
Oil and gas prices had already been rising because of increasing demand from economies recovering from the depths of the COVID-19 pandemic. They jumped higher after Russia, a major oil and gas producer, invaded Ukraine, on fears that sanctions and export restrictions could crimp supplies.
Crude prices slipped modestly on Friday, with a barrel of U.S. oil dipping 1% to settle at $99.27. Early last month, when disruptions to crude supplies were at their height, it briefly touched $130.
Brent crude, the international standard, fell 6% to settle at $104.71 per barrel.
In Asia, stocks were mixed.
The Nikkei 225 fell 0.6% after the Bank of Japan’s closely watched quarterly gauge of business sector sentiment, the “tankan,” showed the benchmark indicator for large manufacturers dropped for the first time in seven quarters.
South Korea’s Kospi fell 0.6%, while stocks in Shanghai rose 0.9%.
Rising COVID-19 cases in China are adding to the worries of a regional slowdown. The lockdown in Shanghaientered its second phase of extended restrictions, while restrictions were lifted in hard-hit Jilin.
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AP Business Writer Yuri Kageyama contributed. Veiga reported from Los Angeles.
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MILWAUKEE (AP) — Giannis Antetokounmpo and three other usual Milwaukee Bucks starters won’t be available for their Friday night game with the Los Angeles Clippers.
Both the Bucks and Clippers played overtime games Thursday night, with the Bucks winning 120-119 at Brooklyn and the Clippers losing 135-130 at Chicago. Four of the Clippers’ starters from Thursday’s game also have been ruled out for Friday’s game.
The Bucks’ injury report indicates Antetokounmpo (sore right knee), Jrue Holiday (sprained left ankle), Khris Middleton (sore left wrist) and Brook Lopez won’t play. The Bucks cited return to competition reconditioning as the reason for Lopez’s unavailability, as the 7-footer returned March 14 after missing most of the season with a back injury.
This will be the third game in the last seven that Antetokounmpo has missed, though he played in all three games of the Bucks’ recent road swing. The two-time MVP had 44 points and 14 rebounds at Brooklyn and overtook Kareem Abdul-Jabbar to become the Bucks’ all-time leading scorer.
Clippers starters from Thursday who will be unavailable Friday include Paul George (right elbow), Nicolas Batum (sore left ankle), Marcus Morris Sr. (sore left knee) and Reggie Jackson (rest). George just returned to action Tuesday as he recovered from a torn ulnar collateral ligament.
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The partnership between the Stay Well Campaign and Cobb Institute to increase vaccine access in black and brown communities has already produced respectable results. With a host of pop-up events attended by more than 3,000 people, the work of increasing local vaccinations is contributing to national dosage results – hovering close to 77% of the population. ‘COMMUNITY VOICES’ host, Ron Holland explored these efforts with Dr. LaTonya Washington, Chief Medical Officer at Methodist North Hospital in Memphis and supervising physician at Graham Primary Healthcare.
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The Senate acquitted former President Donald Trump last year of inciting the Capitol insurrection. But neither Trump nor any of his top advisers have faced charges over the attack in a court of law, and it's uncertain if they ever will.
But increasingly, lawmakers on the House committee investigating the Jan. 6 assault are pressing Attorney General Merrick Garland to investigate Trump and his associates. They've been laying out possible crimes in at least one court filing and openly discussing others, all related to that day's violent attack by Trump supporters looking to disrupt Congress' formal certification of his reelection defeat.
Here's a look at some of the suggested crimes floated by the House panel:
CRIMINAL CONSPIRACY TO DEFRAUD THE UNITED STATES
After floating possible crimes for several months, lawmakers on the panel put it on paper for the first time in a March court filing. The filing was in response to a lawsuit from John Eastman, a lawyer and law professor who was consulting with Trump while attempting to overturn the election and who tried to withhold documents from the committee.
The committee argued that it has evidence supporting the idea that Trump, Eastman and other allies of the former president “entered into an agreement to defraud the United States.” The panel says Trump and his allies interfered with the election certification process, disseminated misinformation about election fraud and pressured state and federal officials to assist in that effort.
OBSTRUCTION OF AN OFFICIAL PROCEEDING
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Late last month, U.S. District Court Judge David Carter appeared somewhat swayed by the panel’s arguments. In ordering Eastman to turn over the materials, Carter wrote that the court “finds it more likely than not that President Trump corruptly attempted to obstruct the Joint Session of Congress on January 6, 2021.”
In the filing, the committee argued that Trump either attempted or succeeded at obstructing, influencing, or impeding the ceremonial process on Jan. 6 and “did so corruptly” by pressuring Vice President Mike Pence to overturn the results as he presided over the session. Pence declined to do so.
“President Trump and members of his campaign knew he had not won enough legitimate state electoral votes to be declared the winner of the 2020 Presidential election during the January 6 Joint Session of Congress, but the President nevertheless sought to use the Vice President to manipulate the results in his favor,” the committee wrote.
COMMON LAW FRAUD
The committee has also floated a charge of “common law fraud,” or falsely representing facts with the knowledge that they are false. Trump embarked on a wide-scale campaign to convince the public and federal judges that the 2020 election was fraudulent and that he, not Biden, won the Electoral College tally. Election officials and courts across the country, along with Trump’s attorney general, rejected those claims.
As an example of such fraud, the committee noted in the Eastman filing that a Justice Department official told Trump directly that a Facebook video posted by his campaign “purporting to show Georgia officials pulling suitcases of ballots from under a table” was false, yet the campaign continued to run it. Georgia officials also repeatedly denied the claim.
“The president continued to rely on this allegation in his efforts to overturn the results of the election,” the committee said.
DERELICTION OF DUTY
Though they didn’t lay it out in the Eastman filing, leaders of the House panel suggested earlier this year that they believe Trump could also be liable for “dereliction of duty,” or inaction as his supporters violently broke the windows and doors of the U.S. Capitol.
Rep. Bennie Thompson, D-Miss., the committee chairman, said in January that “the harm that I see is the president of the United States seeing the Capitol of the United States under siege by people he sent to the Capitol and did nothing during that time."
The committee’s vice chairwoman, Rep. Liz Cheney, R-Wyoming, noted that same month that the panel knows from “firsthand testimony” that Trump watched the attack happen on television. “We know that he did not walk the very few steps to the White House briefing room, get on camera immediately, and tell the people to stop and go home,” she said.
Cheney said it was hard “imagine a more significant and more serious dereliction of duty“ than Trump’s failure to quell the insurrection.
FINANCIAL CRIMES
While the committee hasn’t floated specifics, it has created an internal task force to investigate financing for the massive rally on the National Mall the morning of Jan. 6 and any donors who might have backed transportation or other costs that could have helped foster the violence.
Asked earlier this year on CNN if they have any evidence of financial fraud, Thompson said members of the committee “have some concerns, but we have not made those concerns public at this point.”
“We do think it’s highly concerning on our part that people raised monies for one activity, and we can’t find the money being spent for that particular activity,” Thompson said. “So, we will continue to look at it. And the financing is one of those things that we will continue to look at very closely.”
UNCERTAINTY AHEAD
More than 775 rioters have been arrested for crimes related to the insurrection. Yet legal consequences have been elusive for Trump and the other top officials who told lies about election fraud and laid the groundwork for their actions.
Congress has no authority to prosecute, but can send so-called criminal referrals to the Justice Department. Garland can then decide whether to act.
Justice Department action would be far from guaranteed. And it’s uncertain whether any charges against the oft-investigated president would hold up in court. It could be difficult for prosecutors to craft a winning case against Trump.
The president urged on his massive crowd of supporters that morning and returned to the White House and watched them break into the Capitol on television. The rioters beat police, sent lawmakers running and interrupted the certification of President Joe Biden’s victory.
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Blood drive held at Hazard church
Published: Apr. 1, 2022 at 3:14 PM EDT|Updated: 1 hour ago
HAZARD, Ky. (WYMT) - The Summit Community Church hosted a blood drive Friday.
In partnership with the Kentucky Blood Center (KBC), the event was held from 11:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
All donors who participated received a free KBC t-shirt.
One of the donors, Aster Sizemore, said he has been donating blood for many years.
“I officiated college football for a longtime, many years. The doctor told us, if we could do it, it would be better for our health too if we could donate blood,” he said. “So, anybody that’s capable in donating blood it would be to their advantage.”
Sizemore said he hopes to see more people come out and donate blood.
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What gave you the idea for Gus + Beau?
After the birth of my second son, Gus, in 2017, I found myself looking for ways to create safe playing areas for him in our living spaces at our home in Beckenham, south London. I struggled to find playmats which weren’t primary coloured with the alphabet on. I couldn’t find one, so decided to manufacture my own. I launched Gus + Beau in 2019.
What is your background?
My background is e-commerce. Before Gus + Beau, I had worked in online retail for over 15 years. I’ve worked with some incredible firms, including Liberty, and I worked at notonthehighstreet.com. It was there that I realised I wanted my own business. The passion from the retailers we worked with was infectious.
How well are you doing?
We had a very good 2020 and thanks to some amazingly supportive women, including Stacey Solomon and Vogue Williams, the business is doing well. Last year was more of a struggle. The cost of importing has risen hugely and there’s no sign of that improving. However, we are going to be launching new products later this year.
What advice would you offer to other small businesses?
I often get told: “You’re so lucky to have your own company.” But it’s not luck, it’s hard work and research. You also need a reason that gets you through the tough times. I would never have started my business if it wasn’t for my first son, Beau, who was stillborn. He and my other sons are my inspiration.
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SACRAMENTO, Calif. — California is experiencing one of the driest starts to spring in decades, data showed Friday, and absent a heavy dose of April and May showers the state's drought will deepen and that could lead to stricter rules on water use and another devastating wildfire season.
New readings showed the water in California's mountain snowpack sat at 38% of average. That's the lowest mark since the end of the last drought in 2015; only twice since 1988 has the level been lower.
State officials highlighted the severity of the drought as they stood at a snow measuring station south of Lake Tahoe, where the landscape included more grass than snow.
"You need no more evidence than standing here on this very dry landscape to understand some of the challenges we're facing here in California," said Karla Nemeth, director of the California Department of Water Resources. "All Californians need to do their part."
About a third of California's water supply comes from the snow as it melts and trickles into rivers and reservoirs. April 1 is when the snowpack typically is at its peak and the date is used as a benchmark to predict the state's water supply in the drier, hotter spring and summer months.
There's about 11 inches (28 centimeters) worth of water sitting in snow in the Sierra Nevada along California's eastern edge, according to the state Department of Water Resources. It's the lowest reading since the depth of the last drought seven years ago, when California ended winter with just 5% of the normal water levels in the mountains.
The numbers mark a disappointing end to California's winter, which began with heavy December storms that put the snowpack at 160% of the average. But there has been little precipitation since Jan. 1.
A storm that brought significant rain and snow to parts of the state earlier this week did little to change the course of the drought. And warmer than usual temperatures have led to the snow melting and evaporating faster than normal, state officials said.
Much of the West is in severe drought
Nearly all of California and much of the U.S. West is in severe to extreme drought, according to the U.S. Drought Monitor. Last July, California Gov. Gavin Newsom asked people to cut their water use by 15% compared to 2020 levels but so far consumption is down just 6%.
The persistence of the drought has prompted state officials to call on cities and other local water suppliers to step up their conservation plans. Local governments may act by further restricting when people can water their lawns and wash cars, limit the use of water for decorative or ornamental purposes and step up enforcement against people who let sprinklers run onto sidewalks or engage in other wasteful behavior.
Meanwhile, federal officials announced Friday that municipal and industrial users that rely on water from the Central Valley Project will get less than planned. The project is a 400-mile (644-kilometer) system of reservoirs, canals and dams that stores and delivers water in the central part of the state.
About 70 of the project's 270 contractors receive water for household and business use in the agricultural region that includes the greater Sacramento and San Francisco Bay Area. They had been told to expect 25% of their requested supply earlier this year, but the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation now says they will only get what's needed for critical activities such as drinking and bathing. A lot of urban water use goes to outdoor landscaping.
Farmers who rely on water from the federal project were told earlier this year not to expect any water.
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Protesters have blocked key oil terminals across the UK today as they try to disrupt fuel supplies to London and the south-east.
Environmental action group Just Stop Oil are carrying out protests blocking roads at 10 key oil terminals and demanding that the Government stops any new oil and gas projects.
The group has vowed to keep targeting oil infrastructure until the Government agrees.
It is unclear how much disruption could be caused to fuel supplies but at least one firm was forced to temporarily suspend operations at several sites.
Exxon Mobil UK said that protests were taking place outside its fuel terminals in Hythe in Kent, Tyburn in Birmingham and west London with operations suspended at these sites. Its terminals at Purfleet and Avonmouth were not affected.
“While we respect the right to peaceful protest, our priority is the safety of our people, our neighbours, the protestors and our operations,” the company tweeted.
If protesters succeed in preventing tankers from leaving the sites to refuel petrol stations across the UK, there could be shortages of petrol and diesel in some places. It comes as fuel prices have reached record levels, due in part to the war in Ukraine.
Essex Police said it had arrested 13 people while dealing with three protests at Navigator Fuel Centre in Thurrock, Esso in Purfleet and another site at Askew Farm Lane.
Six activists were arrested and taken into custody at a site in Tyburn, Birmingham, according to West Midlands Police.
In a recent update this afternoon, Exxon Mobil thanked the police and said normal operations have been “restored” at most fuel supply terminals and they are all expected to reopen “shortly”.
In a message posted online, Just Stop Oil said: “Fed up with a government burning your future – Join us on the road.” Images showed protesters sat down blocking the roads near to the oil sites.
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Cardi B is putting on her brave hat, or rather her magician’s hat, as she tries her hand at being a magician in her latest Instagram Series, Cardi Tries.
A trailer for the new episode sees the Bronx rapper teaming up with black-ish star Marsai Martin as they head to Los Angeles’ Magic Castle to explore the world of magic!
In the video, Cardi B is seen in a get-up magician apparently wears as she and Marsai try to learn about all the tricks of the magic trade.
“I’m, like, kind of scared to find out if magic is real,” a nervous Cardi tells Marsai at the start of the episode. Both she and Marsai had questions about the tricks.
“Like sometimes I wonder if people learn how to do tricks or if people are born with certain type of ability?” When Martin ponders where people go when they disappear during magic tricks, Cardi feels her confusion, asking, “like, do you go get a drink?”
The new episode began airing at noon on Friday, April 1. Cardi B can be seen in her pink tux with coattails and a matching top hat as she enters the famed magic mansion, which she describes as smelling “like a haunted house.”
Cardi B and Marsai soon learn their first trick from Evan the Card Guy, who shows them one of his classic card tricks.
The celebs also get a history of the mansion and a lesson on the first Black female magician as well as their magician names, “Marciago” for Martin and, for Cardi, her own full, real name, “Belcalis Almanzar”, which many have joked sounds like a spooky incantation.
Of course, being a magician isn’t complete without learning how to see a person in half trick, which Marsai nervously watches while Cardi seeks to legally protect herself.
“Wait, so I’m gonna be cut in half in front of people?” Marsai asked Cardi whether there were waivers they needed to sign before attempting the trick.
Cardi Tries has seen the actress and rapper try her hands at several new things, including tattooing her husband Offset, cooking thanksgiving dinner, officiating a wedding, and just last week, she went fishing with Keke Palmer on the series.
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NFL teams’ offseason workout program dates were released on Friday, and the Miami Dolphins will begin theirs on Monday.
The Dolphins will then hold voluntary minicamp on April 19-20.
They then have a series of dates for organized team activities: May 16-17, 19, 23-24, 26, June 6-7 and 9-10.
Mandatory minicamp will be held on June 1-2.
Clubs that hired a new head coach this offseason, like the Dolphins with Mike McDaniel, are allowed to begin offseason workout programs on Monday. Clubs with returning head coaches may begin April 18.
“Voluntary offseason workout programs are intended to provide training, teaching and physical conditioning for players,” according to the NFL’s release.
Each team’s voluntary nine-week offseason program is conducted in three phases:
Phase 1 consists of the first two weeks with activities limited to meetings, strength and conditioning, and physical rehabilitation only.
Phase 2, over the next three weeks: On-field workouts may include individual or group instruction and drills, as well as “perfect play drills,” and drills and plays with offensive players lining up across from offensive players and defensive players lining up across from defensive players, conducted at a walkthrough pace. No live contact or team offense vs. team defense drills are permitted.
Phase 3 consists of the next four weeks of the program. Teams may conduct a total of 10 days of organized team practice activity, or “OTAs.” No live contact is permitted, but 7-on-7, 9-on-7, and 11-on-11 drills are permitted.
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Canada’s chief public health officer warned Friday that Canadians should keep wearing masks and ensure vaccinations are up to date amid rising COVID-19 case counts and reduced public health measures.
“I think the bottom line is everybody right now should still wear that mask and keep those layers of measures, no matter where you are in this country,” said Dr. Theresa Tam.
Tam said the country is in a period of pandemic transition that might see further waves of COVID-19 cases this year.
“We anticipate that progress will not be linear, and there will likely be more bumps along the way, including resurgence in cases this spring, and likely also in the fall and winter,” Tam said during a news briefing.
COVID-19 is still circulating widely and the risk of re-emergence remains, Tam cautioned.
Canada is observing a steady increase in the BA.2 variant of COVID-19, and ongoing genomic surveillance will remain crucial for monitoring variants of concern, she said.
Keeping an eye on wastewater trends can also be a helpful “early warning system” for monitoring COVID-19 transmission in communities and identifying circulating variants, said Tam.
She will be encouraging provinces and territories to keep up COVID-19 testing capacity, and to continue to offer tests to their populations.
An increase in in-person activities, the presence of the BA.2 variant and waning immunity might have played a part in increase in transmission of the virus.
Tam said that as of Thursday, daily average case counts had increased by 28 per cent nationally from the previous week, suggesting a resurgence is underway.
A corresponding rise in hospitalizations might soon be seen, Tam said, noting these trends could vary by region.
But she added Canadians are now in a better position to live with the virus, and the overall effect on the health-care system might be more manageable due to high immunity in the population from vaccination and recent infection.
“The key is whether we can keep those hospitalizations and severity trends down.”
Tam said weighing spread of the virus against the need for society to return to its routines will be a “difficult balance.”
She encouraged anyone eligible to go receive their booster dose, noting that Canadians 50 years and older are seeing a gap in booster coverage, a group at higher risk of hospitalization and serious illness.
The National Advisory Committee on Immunization is also looking at whether a second booster shot is needed, Tam said.
—Erika Ibrahim, The Canadian Press
RELATED: Public Health Agency of Canada says expect guidance on 4th dose of COVID vaccine soon
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American Honda Posts Strong March Sales with Slight Improvement in Product Supply Published: Apr. 1, 2022 at 1:25 PM EDT | Updated: 3 hours ago
American Honda sales near 110,000 units, best since August 2021 , on improved supply and sustained demand Honda sets new monthly record for electrified vehicles on strong sales of CR-V Hybrid and Accord Hybrid HR-V scored a 14th straight monthly sales record as March sales set a new all-time sales mark for any month Acura posts best month since August 2021 , with sales topping 13,000 units in March Acura SUVs near 10,000 units based on best MDX sales since May 2021 Pre-sales of hot-selling new Type S model help Acura MDX flagship top 6,400 units in March TORRANCE, Calif. , April 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --
American Honda sales near 110,000 units, best since August 2021, on improved supply and sustained demand. Honda set a new monthly record for electrified vehicles on strong sales of CR-V Hybrid and Accord Hybrid.(PRNewswire)
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266,418
89,373
177,045
28,236
6,800
21,436
238,182
82,573
155,609
-23.2%
-27.3%
-21%
-25.5%
-26.8%
-25%
-23%
-27.3%
-20.5%
Total
Cars
Trucks
Total
Cars
Trucks
Total
Cars
Trucks
March
108,075
32,249
75,826
13,220
3,301
9,919
94,855
28,948
65,907
-27.2%
-39.6%
-20.3%
-25.9%
-24%
-26.5%
-27.4%
-41%
-19.3%
"Like much of the industry, we're riding a bit of a roller coaster due to fluctuating parts supply issues, but strong March sales for Honda and Acura speak to the fact that demand remains strong and our retail deliveries are based primarily on what we can supply to our dealers," said Dave Gardner , executive vice president of Business & Sales at American Honda. "We aren't out of the woods yet, but we will continue to manage the supply issues to maximize production and help our dealers meet the needs of our customers."
HONDA
BRAND REPORT
Sales Highlights
Notes
While the award-winning Civic remains in extremely tight supply, stronger availability of hybrid-electric models contributed to the Honda brand posting relatively strong sales of nearly 95,000 units in March.
Higher gas prices and increased supply of CR-V Hybrid and Accord Hybrid help Honda set new monthly record for electrified vehicles (12,635) HR-V set an all-time monthly sales record and a 14th straight monthly mark sustaining momentum for the April reveal of the all-new 2023 HR-V CR-V posts best month since July 2021 with sales nearing 30,000 (29,943) units on improved supply and CR-V Hybrid's best-ever sales month (6,932) Accord nears 18,000 March sales on record month (4,857) for Accord Hybrid Honda will reveal the all-new sporty and versatile 2023 HR-V this month, the first of three new SUVs to be introduced this year.
Six 2022 Honda models earned a TOP SAFETY PICK rating or better from IIHS, and all fully tested Honda vehicles earn NHTSA's top NCAP crash-test ratings.
ACURA
BRAND REPORT
Sales Highlights
Notes
Acura posted strong March sales topping 13,000 units based on strong sales of SUVs and the best month for Acura sedans since August 2021.
Acura SUV sales near 10,000 units, led by best sales month since May 2021 for MDX Demand for TLX Type S help lead Acura sedan sales to nearly 3,300 units Type S direction resonates with buyers, driving MDX, TLX and NSX Type S variants to strong March sales. First two months of manual transmission production is pre-sold, with over 75% of 2023 Integra pre-orders for the three-pedal model.
Deliveries of MDX Type S have begun, the most powerful, best handling and best equipped Acura SUV ever.
American Honda Vehicle Sales for March 2022
Month-to-Date
Year-to-Date
March 2022
March 2021***
DSR** % Change
MoM % Change
March 2022
March 2021***
DSR** % Change
YoY % Change
American Honda Total
108,075
148,538
-29.9%
-27.2%
266,418
347,091
-24.3%
-23.2%
Total Car Sales
32,249
53,366
-41.8%
-39.6%
89,373
122,853
-28.2%
-27.3%
Total Truck Sales
75,826
95,172
-23.3%
-20.3%
177,045
224,238
-22.1%
-21.0%
Honda
Total Car Sales
28,948
49,023
-43.1%
-41.0%
82,573
113,565
-28.3%
-27.3%
Honda
Total Truck Sales
65,907
81,684
-22.3%
-19.3%
155,609
195,638
-21.5%
-20.5%
Acura
Total Car Sales
3,301
4,343
-26.8%
-24.0%
6,800
9,288
-27.8%
-26.8%
Acura
Total Truck Sales
9,919
13,488
-29.2%
-26.5%
21,436
28,600
-26.0%
-25.0%
* Total Domestic Car Sales
31,552
45,957
-33.9%
-31.3%
87,298
106,592
-19.2%
-18.1%
Domestic
Car
Honda Division
28,252
41,656
-34.7%
-32.2%
80,500
97,448
-18.5%
-17.4%
Acura Division
3,300
4,301
-26.1%
-23.3%
6,798
9,144
-26.6%
-25.7%
* Total Domestic Truck Sales
75,826
95,172
-23.3%
-20.3%
177,045
224,237
-22.1%
-21.0%
Domestic
Truck
Honda Division
65,907
81,684
-22.3%
-19.3%
155,609
195,637
-21.5%
-20.5%
Acura Division
9,919
13,488
-29.2%
-26.5%
21,436
28,600
-26.0%
-25.0%
Total Import Car Sales
697
7,409
-90.9%
-90.6%
2,075
16,261
-87.4%
-87.2%
Import
Car
Honda Division
696
7,367
-90.9%
-90.6%
2,073
16,117
-87.3%
-87.1%
Acura Division
1
42
-97.7%
-97.6%
2
144
-98.6%
-98.6%
Total Import Truck Sales
0
0
0.0%
0.0%
0
1
-100.0%
-100.0%
Import
Truck
Honda Division
0
0
0.0%
0.0%
0
1
-100.0%
-100.0%
Acura Division
0
0
0.0%
0.0%
0
0
0.0%
0.0%
MODEL BREAKOUT BY DIVISION
Honda Division Total
94,855
130,707
-30.1%
-27.4%
238,182
309,203
-24.0%
-23.0%
Honda
Car
ACCORD
17,658
19,968
-14.8%
-11.6%
42,039
46,591
-11.0%
-9.8%
CIVIC
10,444
24,522
-59.0%
-57.4%
38,515
55,903
-32.0%
-31.1%
CLARITY
83
464
-82.8%
-82.1%
154
1,147
-86.8%
-86.6%
INSIGHT
763
1,682
-56.3%
-54.6%
1,865
3,859
-52.3%
-51.7%
Truck
CR-V
29,943
37,711
-23.5%
-20.6%
58,579
93,766
-38.4%
-37.5%
HR-V
15,341
11,625
27.1%
32.0%
42,168
26,175
59.0%
61.1%
ODYSSEY
4,973
9,193
-47.9%
-45.9%
11,210
20,066
-44.9%
-44.1%
PASSPORT
3,470
4,914
-32.0%
-29.4%
10,474
11,610
-11.0%
-9.8%
PILOT
8,828
12,160
-30.1%
-27.4%
23,989
31,451
-24.7%
-23.7%
RIDGELINE
3,352
6,081
-46.9%
-44.9%
9,189
12,570
-27.9%
-26.9%
Acura Division Total
13,220
17,831
-28.6%
-25.9%
28,236
37,888
-26.5%
-25.5%
Acura
Car
ILX
1,493
1,253
14.7%
19.2%
3,761
2,986
24.3%
26.0%
NSX
25
7
243.9%
257.1%
46
17
167.0%
170.6%
RLX / RL
1
42
-97.7%
-97.6%
2
144
-98.6%
-98.6%
TLX
1,782
3,041
-43.6%
-41.4%
2,991
6,141
-51.9%
-51.3%
Truck
MDX
6,405
8,782
-29.8%
-27.1%
13,558
16,988
-21.3%
-20.2%
RDX
3,514
4,706
-28.1%
-25.3%
7,878
11,612
-33.1%
-32.2%
Selling Days
27
26
75
74
**** Electrified Vehicles
12,661
10,488
16.2%
20.7%
25,361
24,609
1.7%
3.1%
* Honda and Acura vehicles are made of domestic & global sourced parts
** Daily Selling Rate
*** 2021 totals include Honda and Acura model(s) discontinued following the 2020 model year
**** Electrified Vehicles equal: Total sales of Hybrid (FHEV & PHEV), EVs (BEV) and Fuel Cell Vehicles (FCV) from the Honda and Acura brands.
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Celebrating the generosity of donors and the lives they save
RICHMOND, Va. , April 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Each April, Donate Life America (DLA) leads National Donate Life Month (NDLM), an observance to focus national attention on the need and importance of organ, eye and tissue donation. National Donate Life Month is about the importance of registering your decision to be a donor, and honoring deceased and living donors — recognizing that the generosity of donors makes saving lives through transplantation possible.
Donate LifeTM is the national brand for the cause of donation, uniting the hundreds of donation and transplantation organizations; the hundreds of thousands of recipients, living donors, donor families, supporters and patients waiting; and the 170 million people who have registered their decision to be a donor at the end of their life.
More than 100,000 people across the country are currently waiting for a lifesaving organ transplant. Thousands more people are waiting for lifesaving and healing cornea and tissue transplants. Because only 3 in 1000 people die in a way that allows for organ donation to take place, it is vitally important for everyone to register their lifesaving decision to be an organ, eye and tissue donor. Learning more about and considering living donation is another way to help those waiting for a second chance at life.
Ways to participate in National Donate Life Month 2022:
Give hope and help save lives by registering your decision to be an organ, eye and tissue donor at your local DMV, on RegisterMe.org or in the Medical ID tab of your iPhone Health app. To those who have already registered their donation decision, thank you! Help continue to save lives by sharing the Donate Life message, educating others about the need and how their generosity can help save and heal lives.
The 2022 National Donate Life Month Artwork was inspired by the vital role that bees play in sustaining life. Bees are a small but powerful life force, working together with dedication, collaboration and a strong sense of community. NDLM art is used in resources and events throughout April.
Join key celebrations throughout April to support the Donate Life cause online and in your community:
Donate Life Living Donor Day, April 6, 2022
Join us in thanking all living donors for their lifesaving generosity! This celebration invites the public to honor living donors and learn more about living donation.
Blue & Green Spirit Week, April 16-22, 2022
Each day of the week leading up to National Donate Life Blue & Green Day is dedicated to a special theme. Information and free public resources are available at DonateLife.net/celebrations.
National Donate Life Blue & Green Day, April 22, 2022
On Donate Life Blue & Green Day, we invite everyone to show their blue & green colors in support of the Donate Life message and mission. DLA hosts an annual National Donate Life Blue & Green Day Photo Contest at DonateLife.net/blue-green-day/. The photo contest is open to the public, and each year photos are submitted showcasing incredible blue and green spirit and creativity.
National Pediatric Transplant Week, April 24-30, 2022
The last full week of National Donate Life Month is dedicated to kids. National Pediatric Transplant Week (NPTW) focuses on ending the pediatric transplant waiting list. Information and free public resources are available at DonateLife.net/pediatric-transplant-week.
Thank you to the United Network for Organ Sharing (UNOS), the American Society of Transplantation (AST), the American Society of Transplant Surgeons (ASTS), the International Transplant Nurses Society (ITNS) and Transplant Families for their partnership in helping develop and grow this important week
*Data from the Donate Life America (DLA) Registry Overview Report, organdonor.gov, and Organ Procurement and Transplantation Network (OPTN) as of March 2022
About Donate Life America
Donate Life America (DLA) is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization leading its national partners and Donate Life State Teams to increase the number of donated organs, eyes and tissues available to save and heal lives. DLA owns, manages and promotes Donate Life℠, the national brand for the cause of donation; motivates the public to register as organ, eye and tissue donors; provides education about living donation; manages the National Donate Life Registry at RegisterMe.org; and develops and executes effective multi-media campaigns to promote donation.
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More state legislative incumbents are facing primary challenges in Idaho this year than at any point since at least 2014. Seventy-five incumbents are seeking re-election this year, 61.3% of whom (46) are running in contested primaries. From 2014 to 2020, the percentage of incumbents in contested primaries hovered at around half that rate, ranging from 32 to 34%.
Of those 46 incumbents in contested primaries, 45 are Republicans, and one – Rep. James Ruchti – is a Democrat.
Redistricting is a partial cause of this increase. When states redraw district lines, they can change so that incumbents who previously represented one district now live within the district lines of another. This can result in incumbents challenging other incumbents in contested primaries or general elections if they choose to seek re-election.
There are four such incumbent vs. incumbent primaries this year:
House District 9B: Rep. Scott Syme (R), first elected to District 11A in 2016, will face Rep. Judy Boyle (R), first elected in 2008.
House District 22A: Rep. Greg Ferch (R), first elected to District 21B in 2020, will face Rep. John Vander Woude (R), first elected in 2010.
Senate District 9: Sen. Jim Rice (R), first elected to District 8 in 2012, will face Sen. Abby Lee (R), first elected in 2014. Two other candidates are running in this primary.
Senate District 14: Sen. Steven Thayn (R), first elected to District 8 in 2012, will face Sen. C. Scott Grow (R), first appointed in 2018. One other candidate is running in this primary.
For the purposes of our analysis, all eight of these incumbents are considered incumbents in contested primaries.
Looking beyond incumbents in contested primaries, the total number of primaries also increased this year to its highest level compared to previous cycles, driven entirely by an increase in Republican contests.
These figures come from Ballotpedia’s analysis of post-filing deadline competitiveness statistics. The filing deadline for candidates running for state or federal office in Idaho this year was March 11. Candidates filed to run for the state’s 35 Senate and 70 House seats.
Here are some other highlights from this year’s filings:
Of the 105 seats up for election, 32.3% are open, meaning no incumbent is in the running. This is the largest percentage of open seats since at least 2014. Newcomers are guaranteed to win these open seats, meaning at least one-third of the Idaho Legislature will be new to their seats in the 2023 legislative session.
Of the 105 seats up for election, 32.3% are open, meaning no incumbent is in the running. This is the largest percentage of open seats since at least 2014. Newcomers are guaranteed to win these open seats, meaning at least one-third of the Idaho Legislature will be new to their seats in the 2023 legislative session.
Of the 105 seats up for election, 32.3% are open, meaning no incumbent is in the running. This is the largest percentage of open seats since at least 2014. Newcomers are guaranteed to win these open seats, meaning at least one-third of the Idaho Legislature will be new to their seats in the 2023 legislative session.
Republicans currently hold a 28-7 majority in the state Senate and a 58-12 majority in the state House. With a Republican governor, Idaho is one of 23 Republican trifectas.
Idaho’s state legislative primaries are scheduled for May 17, making them the sixth in the nation.
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NAPERVILLE, Ill., April 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Calamos Investments®* has announced monthly distributions and sources of distributions paid in April 2022 to shareholders of its seven closed-end funds (the Funds) pursuant to the Funds' respective distribution plans.
The following table provides estimates of Calamos Global Total Return Fund's and Calamos Global Dynamic Income Fund's distribution sources, reflecting YTD cumulative experience. The Funds attribute these estimates equally to each regular distribution throughout the year.
Regarding Calamos' remaining five closed-end funds, which operate under a managed distribution policy: The information below is required by an exemptive order granted to the Funds by the US Securities and Exchange Commission and includes the information sent to shareholders regarding the sources of the Funds' distributions.
The following table sets forth the estimated amount of the sources of distribution for purposes of Section 19 of the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended, and the related rules adopted thereunder. The Funds estimate the following percentages, of their respective total distribution amount per common share, attributable to (i) current and prior fiscal year net investment income, (ii) net realized short-term capital gain, (iii) net realized long-term capital gain and (iv) return of capital or other capital source as a percentage of the total distribution amount. These percentages are disclosed for the current distribution as well as the fiscal YTD cumulative distribution amount per common share for the Funds. The following table provides estimates of each Fund's distribution sources, reflecting YTD cumulative experience. The Funds attribute these estimates equally to each regular distribution throughout the year.
Note: NAV returns are as of March 31, 2022 and Distribution Returns include the distribution announced today.
You should not draw any conclusions about the Fund's investment performance from the amount of this distribution or from the terms of the Fund's plan.
If the Fund(s) estimate(s) that it has distributed more than its income and capital gains, a portion of your distribution may be a return of capital. A return of capital may occur, for example, when some or all of the money that you invested in the Fund is paid back to you. A return of capital distribution does not necessarily reflect the Fund's investment performance and should not be confused with 'yield' or 'income'.
The amounts and sources of distributions reported in this 19(a) notice are only estimates and are not being provided for tax reporting purposes. The actual amounts and sources of the amounts for accounting and tax purposes will depend upon the Fund's investment experience during the remainder of its fiscal year and may be subject to changes based on tax regulations. The Fund will send you a Form 1099 DIV for the calendar year that will tell you how to report these distributions for federal income tax purposes.
Return figures provided below are based on the change in the Fund's Net Asset Value per share ("NAV"), compared to the annualized distribution rate for this current distribution as a percentage of the NAV on the last day of the month prior to distribution record date.
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While the NAV performance may be indicative of the Fund's investment performance, it does not measure the value of a shareholder's investment in the Fund. The value of a shareholder's investment in the Fund is determined by the Fund's market price, which is based on the supply and demand for the Fund's shares in the open market. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
Monthly distributions offer shareholders the opportunity to accumulate more shares in a fund via the automatic dividend reinvestment plan. For example, if a fund's shares are trading at a premium, distributions will be automatically reinvested through the plan at NAV or 95% of the market price, whichever is greater; if shares are trading at a discount, distributions will be reinvested at the market price through an open market purchase program. Thus, the plan offers current shareholders an efficient method of accumulating additional shares with a potential for cost savings. Please see the dividend reinvestment plan for more information.
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The Argentine team is already focused on the World Cup in Qatar. Although FIFA has not yet defined when the suspended match with Brazil pending for qualifiers will be played, Lionel Scaloni and his coaching staff are working together with AFA to outline the best possible schedule in the run-up to the World Cup.
In the face of the premiere of the top men's football competition of national teams, with a date scheduled for November 21, there are still two friendly windows left during the year. The first will be in June, once the European season ends and a global break is put on a global level in all competitions.
In that instance, Argentina has already scheduled the planning for the pre-match against Italy in London for next June 1. The Argentine delegation will meet in England during the last days of May and will concentrate on the premises of Watford, a team that plays in the Premier League, to prepare the match against the team led by Roberto Mancini.
After an agreement between the presidents of Conmebol and UEFA, the last Copa America champion and the brand-new winner of the Euro Cup — who has suffered the hard blow of failing to qualify for Qatar after losing in the first instance of the repechage against North Macedonia — will face each other at the legendary Wembley Stadium for the Finalissima.
“It's a good test. It is one of the best teams in the world. It is very important for us, not to assess where we are, but to compete. For us it's stimulating. We are already analyzing how they play, knowing that it is a good test,” said the Argentine coach in the pre-match against Venezuela about the value of facing the Italians.
Once the match against the Nazionale passes, Scaloni and the directors who accompany the National Team intends to play another friendly in Europe. Whether in English territory or elsewhere, but there is still no definite rival. It should be noted that the selected from the Old Continent will have a date for the new edition of the UEFA Nations League, therefore it will not be possible to coordinate a friendly against any national team from that continent.
Will Brazil be an option then? It still remains to be defined when and where this match will be played, which was cut short by the invasion of a police officer and that FIFA decreed that it be played in neutral venue.
“Our idea is that as soon as the leagues finish, we can have six, seven days of practice and see what other opponent we can play with. It should also be borne in mind that the boys come from a very long season. You have to play with that, with training, and with the boys' holidays. It is useless to have them concentrated for 25 days. We'll play with that,” Scaloni clarified about his idea of working with the players called up during the midyear break.
In September, about two months before the start of the World Cup, there will be a new double day set by FIFA for national teams to play friendly matches. There, shortly after the start of the new season, the idea of Scaloni and the rest of his coaching staff would be to hold a concentration with the footballers in the United States. One of the ideas used would be to base in the city of Los Angeles and be able to play there a couple more games before the world cup premiere. However, that planning seems to be diluted after sharing Group C of the World Cup with Mexico.
Faced with the impossibility of facing European teams, which will once again have a new phase of the Nations League, one of the variables that had gained strength was that of facing the Mexican team led by Gerardo Martino. Coach Lionel Scaloni himself warned from Doha that this desire was extinguished after the draw: “He fell. We have to look for another one. He was the only one more or less there for sure, now to look for something else. Undoubtedly, it is not an important thing about friendlies, playing against rivals. We know very well how we want to play. Of course I would like to prepare for the World Cup by playing, but the most important thing is how we are doing.”
On the way to the World Cup, Argentine fans — for now — will not have the classic farewell in Argentina. With the change in the calendar of the World Cup - it went from being played in June to November -, the chance that there will be a friendly on national soil was almost dismissed. Something that both Messi and Ángel Di María have already seen after the rout against Vinotinto on the Boca court.
“I have been happy here for a long time, since before I won the cup, it's a wonderful group, people love me a lot and they show me more and more. I am grateful, after the cup flows all natural, winning helps to make everything prettier and easier. We finished this last day, because I don't think we can go back to Argentina before the World Cup,” said the star who said goodbye to the public in La Bombonera.
For his part, another one who referred to the possible last match on Argentine soil was Fideo. “I'm just going to say thank you for the enormous love I received. I always dreamed of everything I experienced on this beautiful night. It was probably my last match with this shirt in Argentina. And to be able to say that it was a wonderful night is not enough. Thank you, thank you and thank you a thousand times”, said the man who emerged in the Rosario Central quarry and that in June he could leave PSG because his contract with the Parisian team expires.
The road will end in Qatar on Tuesday, November 22, in the debut match against Saudi Arabia at the Lusail Stadium that will start Group C. Then it will continue against Mexico on Saturday, November 26 at the Education City Stadium. The closing of the group stage will be closed on Wednesday 30 November against Poland at the Lusail Stadium.
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WELLINGTON, New Zealand (AP) — Seeking to counter international fears over its new security alliance with China, the Solomon Islands said Friday it won’t allow China to build a military base there.
But that insistence will do little to ease concerns about the pact from the nation’s traditional partners that include New Zealand, Australia and the United States.
The leader of neighboring Micronesia added his voice to those expressing trepidation by invoking the bloody battles of World War II and warning that the pact could again see the South Pacific region become a battleground for much larger powers.
The Solomon Islands government said Thursday a draft agreement of the new security pact had been initialed by representatives from the Solomons and China and would be “cleaned up” and signed.
In a statement Friday, the Solomon Islands government said that “contrary to the misinformation promoted by antigovernment commentators” the agreement did not invite China to establish a military base.
“Government is conscious of the security ramification of hosting a military base, and it will not be careless to allow such initiative to take place under its watch,” the statement said.
The statement seemed to more emphatically rule out the possibility of a base after Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare had earlier told parliament it had no intention of asking China to build a base.
Sogavare said his nation sought only peace and prosperity, citing its foreign policy mantra: “We are friends to all and enemies to none.” He said it wasn’t a secret deal but a sovereign issue.
Under the terms of the draft agreement, China could send police, military personnel and other armed forces to the Solomon Islands “to assist in maintaining social order” and for a variety of other reasons. It could also send warships to the islands for stopovers and to replenish supplies, which had led to speculation about the possibility of China establishing a naval base on the South Pacific islands.
China has denied seeking a military foothold in the islands and accused others of raising tensions.
Apparently referring to the U.S. and its allies, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Zhao Lijian on Friday blamed others for militarizing the South Pacific and said the agreement with the Solomon Islands was predicated on maintaining the safety of lives and property and “does not have any military overtones.”
“When it comes to the militarization of the South Pacific region, individual countries, despite strong opposition from regional countries, are bent on creating a militarized coterie and seriously threatening regional security and stability by introducing the risk of nuclear proliferation into the South Pacific,” Zhao told reporters at a daily briefing.
“That wantonly trampled on and damaged the existing stability mechanism in the region,” Zhao said.
China’s Defense Ministry did not immediately respond to a request for comment.
Micronesia President David Panuelo wrote a letter to Sogavare saying Micronesia had “grave security concerns” about the “novel and unprecedented” arrangement.
He said the two small nations had become battle grounds during World War II and that it could happen again as China, the U.S. and Australia asserted themselves in the region.
“And is it plausible that, once the spheres have been carved out, that our concerns about climate change — today’s problem — would manifest into all-too-real concerns about a war in our backyards, with our people, our islands, as the playground for children playing as adults?” Panuelo wrote to Sogavare.
Australian Defense Minister Peter Dutton said Friday that while it respected the Solomons’ sovereignty, the deal showed that China was acting aggressively in the region.
“We need to be very cautious here because the Chinese are incredibly aggressive, the tactics that they’re deploying into small island nations are quite remarkable,” he told Sky News.
New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern this week described the possibility of Chinese military forces stationed on the Solomon Islands as “the potential militarization of the region.” And the U.S. State Department said Washington did not believe China’s security forces and methods needed to be exported.
Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Wang Wenbin said Thursday that “relevant parties should see the China-Solomon Islands security cooperation objectively and rationally and stop making irresponsible remarks.”
“Attempts to provoke, obstruct and undermine China’s friendly relations with the island countries is not popular and will not succeed,” Wang told reporters at a daily briefing.
“China-Solomon Islands cooperation does not target any third party and is not in conflict with Solomon Islands’ cooperation with other countries. Instead, it complements the existing regional cooperation mechanisms in a positive way,” he added.
The Solomon Islands, home to about 700,000 people, switched its diplomatic allegiance from Taiwan to Beijing in 2019 — a contributing factor to riots in November last year between residents of different islands within the country.
Australian police have been in the capital, Honiara, maintaining peace since then under a bilateral security treaty established in 2017. It provides a legal basis for the rapid deployment of Australian police, troops and associated civilians in the event of a major security challenge.
Chinese police are already on the islands conducting a training mission.
The Federated States of Micronesia is home to about 100,000 people. It has diplomatic relations and considers itself a “friend” of China, as well as having a close relationship with the U.S. under a compact of free association.
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A cat at the Desloge Pound; two dogs and two cats at the Park Hills Pound; two cats at the Bonne Terre Pound; and five cats at the Fredericktown Pound are seeking their owners or new homes where they can be loved and cared for.
Desloge
300 N. Lincoln
Animal Control Officer – 573-431-3700/573-431-1463
Very scared cat, gender unknown, was picked up on South Waller. It is available now for adoption.
Park Hills
65 Sports Complex Road
Animal Control Officer – 573-431-3577
Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Female mixed breed dog is approximately 35 pounds. The animal control officer reports that this little girl is super friendly! She loves people and gets along well with other dogs.
Male mixed breed dog was picked up as a stray at Mineral Area College. The animal control officer reports that he was very friendly.
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Adult male cat allowed petting at first but started getting very stressed and lashed out. He needs time to decompress but is friendly. He’s available now for adoption.
Adult female cat is friendly and available now for adoption.
Bonne Terre
21 Service Drive
For animal information or to reclaim: 573-366-8257
To adopt, call City Hall: 573-358-2254
Hours: Monday-Friday 7 a.m.-4 p.m.
One-year-old cat, gender unknown, is friendly when not caged. It is available now for adoption.
One- to 2-year-old cat, gender unknown is friendly and available now for adoption.
To meet or adopt a cat, please make arrangements by calling Bonne Terre City Hall: 573-358-2254
Fredericktown
124 N. Main St.
573-783-3660
Monday-Friday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Female cat is approximately 6 years, friendly and negative for FIV/FeLV. She is available now for adoption.
Ten- to 12-week-old kitten, gender unknown, is hissy and not happy in the pound. It is available now for adoption.
Two 12-week-old cats, gender unknown, are friendly and available now for adoption.
Male tabby cat is very friendly. He was wearing a sparkly collar when picked up in the 100 block of South Main.
Dogs and cats remain for at least seven days at the Park Hills and Farmington pounds; and at least five days at the Desloge Pound to allow owners the opportunity to claim them. After that, they are eligible for adoption or euthanasia. There are no adoption fees, but rescuers are required by the Missouri Department of Agriculture to sign a spay/neuter/vaccination commitment.
Contact any other pounds listed for their adoption policies and fees.
Sometimes space does not allow for every pound pup photo to be published. Animals not featured in this story may also be available for adoption.
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Which tassel shower curtain is best?
Give your bathroom a make-over with a decorative shower curtain featuring tassels. Tassel shower curtains offer a rustic, farmhouse or boho vibe without having to redo your entire bathroom decor.
Tassels can be located at the bottom of the curtain as fringe or hang down vertically from the top. Of course, you want your tassel shower curtain to be functional as well as stylish. Hall & Perry Modern Farmhouse Tassel Shower Curtain offers both form and function as well as a plethora of chic stripe designs to choose from.
What to know before you buy a tassel shower curtain
Material
Shower curtains are made from either plastic or fabric. Plastic shower curtains are either vinyl or polyethylene and are totally waterproof. Most tassel shower curtains, however, are made of fabric for a more down-home appearance, including cotton, linen, hemp, polyester, poly-cotton blends or nylon. Some fabric tassel shower curtains feature a water-resistant coating to help keep water from getting on your floor. But for most fabric curtains, you’ll need to pair them with a shower curtain liner.
Size
To keep water from splashing on your floor and to prevent slips, you want to choose the correct sized shower curtain for your bathtub. Standard sizes of shower curtains offered are 70 by 70 inches, 70 by 72 inches and 72 by 72 inches. For larger bathtubs, you can find extra-large sizes, such as 107 inches wide or 84 inches long. Be sure to measure your tub width as well as the length between the curtain rod and the ground before purchasing a shower curtain. If the tassels are located at the hem of the curtain, be sure to consider the tassel length in your measurements.
Tassels
Tassels are bundles of yarn that are knotted at one end and loose at the other to create decorative fringe. The tassels can be dyed a contrasting color from the shower curtain or match it. Tassels vary in length and size. Short tassels create a fringe along the edges of a shower curtain. Thin, longer tassels have a down-home, yarn appearance. Extra long tassels are associated with macrame styles. Some tassels are paired with pompoms for a boho look.
Tassel placement
The placement of tassels can also vary and create different looks. Some only hang from the bottom of the shower curtain. Others hang down from the top in a macrame style while others hang vertically down the whole curtain. Some tassel curtains have fringe along both the bottom and the sides but not located at the top of the curtain.
What to look for in a quality tassel shower curtain
Color and patterns
Most tassel shower curtains feature simple geometric patterns or stripes. Choose one with a base color, such as white or ivory, that works with your bathroom decor. Some patterns are busier than others, plus the tassels add an extra decorative element. You can also find select tassel shower curtains in solid colors, like white, with either color or white tassels for a simpler aesthetic.
Hanging method
Tassel shower curtains typically come with button holes along the top to accommodate shower rings or hooks, which are not included with the curtain. Some shower curtains may feature metal grommets instead of buttonholes, which allows the curtain to hang directly on the curtain rod. This is a more secure way of hanging the curtain, but it is not commonly found on tassel shower curtains.
Weighted hem
To keep your shower curtain from billowing, choose one that’s weighted on the bottom. Lightweight fabric shower curtains have a tendency to fly away so a weighted hem is a good idea to keep floors dry and everyone safe, especially if you have reduced mobility.
Ease of cleaning
Tassel shower curtains are often machine washable, especially cotton and polyester ones, and some can be tumble dried as well. Be sure to follow the care instructions because some curtains need to be air dried and only washed in cold water.
How much you can expect to spend on a tassel shower curtain
Expect to pay between $20-$99 for a tassel shower curtain.
Tassel shower curtain FAQ
How often should I clean my tassel shower curtain?
A. Tassel shower curtains made of fabric may need to be laundered as often as once a month if you’re not using a liner. If you are pairing it with a liner, wash it every three months.
What material tassel shower curtain should I buy?
A. A synthetic fabric like polyester is the most water resistant and offers durable, long wear. Plus, polyester holds up well in the wash. On the other hand, natural fibers like linen, cotton and hemp have an authentic appearance if you’re going for a rustic or boho look.
What’s the best tassel shower curtain to buy?
Top tassel shower curtain
Hall & Perry Modern Farmhouse Tassel Shower Curtain
What you need to know: This quality shower curtain that features classic stripes and tasteful tassels.
What you’ll love: This 100% cotton curtain offers a simple, farmhouse aesthetic. The striped pattern adds privacy while showering. The 72-by-72-inch curtain comes in seven color/stripe options that match any modern decor.
What you should consider: The tassels are included in the length of the curtain. Some consumers wish the curtain was a few inches longer.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Top tassel shower curtain for the money
YoKii Tassel Fabric Shower Curtain
What you need to know: This highly rated, affordable tassel shower curtain comes in a plethora of sizes for a perfect fit.
What you’ll love: The geometric pattern offers immediate visual impact. The polyester curtain is weighted at the bottom and will keep splashes contained.
What you should consider: This curtain is a little long for a standard ceiling bathroom height.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Worth checking out
What you need to know: A simple yet sophisticated fringed shower curtain that fits into most budgets.
What you’ll love: The polyester fabric is water-resistant and features raincoat coating. The white curtain comes with a choice of black, blue or gray tassels — or colorful pompoms. The fabric is heavy and doesn’t require a liner or weighted hem.
What you should consider: This budget-friendly curtain looks a little shiny.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
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A former manager of a True Value Hardware store in Lehigh County stole more than $160,000 from the business during a period stretching more than three years, police say.
Damian Vansuch, 51, of Lower Macungie Township, faces felony charges of theft and receiving stolen property, according to a news release from state police. He was arraigned Tuesday by District Judge Jacob Hammond and released on $20,000 bail.
Vansuch was manager of the True Value store on Route 873 in North Whitehall Township when he stole $163,223.41 between December 2015 and January 2019, according to police. The theft, which was reported in February 2019, was discovered during an audit by the store owner.
Vansuch, who was manager at the time, stole cash from store bank deposits, police said.
A telephone message seeking comment with Vansuch’s attorney listed on court documents, Cameron Deane of Bensalem, Bucks County, was not returned.
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The Sunrise Theater presents Honey Magpie to perform on the Sunrise stage on Saturday, April 9, at 7 p.m. This event is sponsored by Ashten’s Restaurant and Pub and Chapman’s Food and Spirits.
Honey Magpie is fronted by singer songwriters Rachael Hurwitz and Pippa Hoover. The band, who won the band contest at Shakori Hills Grassroots Festival in 2015, soon after forming, has been compared to all-female folk groups like I’m With Her.
They draw influence from pop as well as bluegrass and old-time string. Their first eponymous album released in 2017 and they have since been featured in the Oak City Sessions Video series and on WUNC’s The State of Things.
“Chapel Hill’s sweet and understated folk-pop act, Honey Magpie has an emotional pluck that sneaks in undetected until tears and gooseflesh abound,” Honeysuckle Tea House said of the band.
Their sound is both traditional and modern, blending classical string instruments and three-part harmonies with pop, rock and indie influences.
The Sunrise Theater is proud to have onboard Ashten’s Restaurant and Pub as well as Chapman’s Food and Spirits as sponsors of this event.
“Our town is lucky to have an embarrassment of riches when it comes to local dining and The Sunrise invites everyone coming to see a show to eat, shop, or visit somewhere downtown before or after performances. Every dollar that goes back into supporting our local economy helps The Sunrise to bring you quality entertainment and programming,” said Executive Director Kevin Dietzel.
Tickets are $15 and are available online at SunriseTheater.com, at the Sunrise Theater Box Office, or by calling (910) 692-3611.
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Soccer-Reaction to World Cup draw
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DOHA — Following is reaction to the 2022
World Cup draw, which was held at the Doha Exhibition and
Convention Center in Qatar on Friday.
Group A: Qatar, Ecuador, Senegal, Netherlands
LOUIS VAN GAAL, NETHERLANDS COACH
“Those are opponents we know nothing about. At least, I
don’t and I assume our analysts don’t either so they have a lot
of work to do in the coming period.
“In 2014 we ended up in the toughest group, with world
champions Spain, Chile, which was the number three in South
America at the time, and Australia’s fighting team.
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“The duel with Australia (a 3-2 Dutch win) ended up being
our most difficult match. Compared to then, this draw is more
favorable, even if this time we have to play against the
champions of Africa.”
Group B: England, Iran, United States,
Wales/Scotland/Ukraine
GARETH SOUTHGATE, ENGLAND COACH
“(The U.S. and Iran)… are teams we’ve not played for a
while and the third is an unknown but throws up a possible
British derby,” Southgate told the BBC.
“In this situation all of our thoughts are with the people
of Ukraine, so when that tie is played out is irrelevant really.
“For us we’re (playing) on day one so it’s quite clear now
what our program looks like with the end of the Premier League
season and getting out here as quickly as possible.”
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HARRY KANE, ENGLAND CAPTAIN
“Always exciting to see who we get in the group! Playing on
the opening day will be incredible as well,” Kane wrote on
Twitter.
GREGG BERHALTER, U.S. COACH
“We’re familiar with a lot of their players so I think it’s
a great game … I think England have a big history in the World
Cup and it’s great for us to be able to play them,” he told FS1.
“There’s always a lot of attention around that game.
“I remember when we played them in 2010 (1-1 draw), it was a
great moment, great performance by the team and now we get a
chance to do it again against a strong team.”
“If Ukraine makes it there, it’s a wonderful
accomplishment,” Berhalter told a news conference. “If the
people of Ukraine can get some hope by their team playing in the
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World Cup, it’s amazing.
“It will be more of a celebration in my eyes. We’re all
pulling for Ukraine, we’re all behind them, we’re all supporting
them and hope the situation resolves as soon as possible.”
Group C: Argentina, Saudi Arabia, Mexico, Poland
LIONEL SCALONI, ARGENTINA COACH
“We’re good and I believe in us. We can’t complain (about
the rivals) but neither can we be content,” Scaloni told
Argentine TV.
“Mexico is a rival we know, Poland got through beating
Sweden (in the playoffs) and Saudi Arabia ran a very good
qualifying campaign. We respect all our rivals, it’s a difficult
group.
“I say to people, be calm and enjoy the World Cup. I hope it
ends with Argentina in the final.”
YON DE LUISA, MEXICAN FA PRESIDENT
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“There is no easy group. In a World Cup all the games are
difficult and we must prepare very well to have a good World
Cup,” De Luisa said in a statement on Mexico’s Twitter account.
“We are going to enjoy this with all the passion of our
players and that of all the great fans we have.”
CEZARY KULESZA, POLISH FA PRESIDENT
“This is a very interesting group. We are humble, but we are
not afraid of anyone. We will fly to Qatar without complexes and
ready to fight. Be with us,” Kulesza wrote on Twitter.
Group D: France, Australia/UAE/Peru, Denmark, Tunisia
DIDIER DESCHAMPS, FRANCE COACH
“It could have been easier or harder,” he said. “We know
Denmark well and we will get to know each other even better with
our matches in the Nations League in June and September.”
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KASPER HJULMAND, DENMARK COACH
“It’s not great. We would have liked to have avoided France,
because I’m pretty sure they are one of the best teams in the
world with the incredible talent they have,” Hjulmand told TV2.
“And then I also think that the last team – possibly Peru –
is an incredibly strong team that I think will get through the
qualification.”
WAHBI KHAZRI, TUNISIA STRIKER
“I’m super happy. The French are favorites, we are far from
it, but, having grown up here, living here, playing in the
French Championship (for St Etienne), it is the dream of many
players,” he told RMC Sport.
“To face them in the World Cup, it is still a dream which
will come true for me. Denmark, Peru or Australia (or the United
Arab Emirates) are teams within our reach. It’s in quite a
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while, a lot can happen. But I have confidence in my country.
“We are capable of doing great things. We are not favorites
but I hope we will be able to get out of this pool with France
in the lead.”
Group E: Spain, Costa Rica/New Zealand, Germany, Japan
LUIS ENRIQUE, SPAIN COACH
“It’s a strong group if you take into consideration Germany
but we are on top of the group because of our merits, the work
we have being doing in recent years,” he said.
“As for the rest of the group, I don’t know much, I won’t
lie to you – almost nothing. Now is the moment to take the time
to study them and continue thinking and trusting in what we are
as a team.
“We’re not going to change how we play whether it’s the
World Cup or a friendly or the Euros. Our style is very clear
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… and it will be very difficult to play against us. This is
the message I have to give. We respect our opponents, anyone can
beat us but we can beat anyone too.”
Group F: Belgium, Canada, Morocco, Croatia
ROBERTO MARTINEZ, BELGIUM COACH
“It’s a really challenging draw. It’s good that we play a
little bit later in the tournament … so our preparation could
be a little bit longer. A really tough draw for different
reasons but fantastic teams to look forward to.
“We obviously have a connection with Morocco in the national
team. We had players like Marouane (Fellaini) and Nacer (Chadli)
who have roots in that country.
“Canada played a strong qualifier, so that also promises to
be a good match. Croatia we know well, they didn’t become
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runners-up (at the 2018 World Cup) in Russia for nothing.”
JOHN HERDMAN, CANADA COACH
“This is the moment we have all dreamt of – to see Canada
pulled out of one of those pots. This is going to be another
opportunity to show that we are new Canada.
“We will go in with no fear, knowing that we’ve already
built a culture on grit and determination. We will be smart, but
not scared.”
VAHID HALILHODZIC, MOROCCO COACH
“It’s a very difficult draw with Croatia, Belgium and the
best team in North America,” he told beIN Sports.
“Anyway, there is no small team. In Brazil (in 2014) with
Algeria, we almost achieved a huge feat against Germany (a 2-1
defeat after extra time in the last 16) so I’ll try to do the
same with Morocco. Everything is possible, you have to believe
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in it.”
Group G: Brazil, Serbia, Switzerland, Cameroon
XHERDAN SHAQIRI, SWITZERLAND MIDFIELDER
“It’s a good draw, it’s a good group, I was surprised that
we have the same group like 2018 with Serbia and Brazil. Just
Cameroon is the new country in our group.
“I’m really excited, I think it’s a tough group, going to be
tough for everybody … I’m really looking forward to these
games. I wanted a strong group and… Brazil and Serbia (are)
doing well at the moment.”
TITE, BRAZIL COACH
“It is neither (the group of) death nor life, every group
has a degree of difficulty. Portugal have Uruguay, South Korea,
Ghana,” he said, adding that he joked with Serbia coach Dragan
Stojkovic about the similarity of the group from 2018.
“Everything is the same (as the group in 2018). All that was
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missing was Costa Rica.
“Serbia and Switzerland eliminated Portugal and Italy (from
automatic qualification as group leaders). Also, the Cameroon
team is very strong in Africa.”
Group H: Portugal, Ghana, Uruguay, South Korea
FERNANDO SANTOS, PORTUGAL COACH
“It’s like the glass half full and half empty. If we looked
at the previous World Cup, Uruguay would be the favorites. If
we look at the ranking, Portugal will be the favorites.
“We must not forget Ghana and South Korea, who have strong
players. (South Korea’s Portuguese coach) Paulo (Bento) has done
a very good job for South Korean football.”
(Reporting by Reuters Sports team; Compiled by Shrivathsa
Sridhar, Rohith Nair and Hritika Sharma in Bengaluru; Editing by
Ken Ferris)
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Our military personnel and veterans are a source of national pride and collective gratitude.
We rely on these men and women who dedicate themselves to a career in the Armed Forces. Quite justifiably, they're frequently praised for their stoicism and loyalty.
Yet, as an expert in military law, I frequently find this same stoicism and loyalty can work to their detriment as I believe it explains the unwillingness to make a civil personal injury claim.
DON'T LEAVE IT TOO LONG TO PURSUE LITIGATION
These inherently reluctant litigants often wait until long after they've hung up their uniforms before considering taking legal advice over injuries sustained during military service. In the case of some veterans, that wait spans many years, resulting in their cases becoming ‘statute barred' – in other words, too late to pursue.
We could regard such fortitude as a fabled breath of fresh air. After all, there is a perception we live in litigious times, when the mildest suggestion of hurt feelings blows open the gateway to civil action. So, it's refreshing to know there are some who put `duty` before personal needs.
LEFT TO SUFFER WITHOUR COMPENSATION
Sadly, this noble hypothesis often comes at a price due to The Limitation Act. In civil personal injury claims, court proceedings must generally be commenced within three years from the date of accident or from the date of legal knowledge (that the claimant had significant injuries due to actions/inaction of the third party).
Therefore, many military personnel who delay seeking legal redress for the noblest of reasons are left to suffer the consequences of injuries sustained in service. They do this without compensation and/or rehabilitation we could otherwise secure for them.
It's open to a claimant who seeks to belatedly pursue a claim to apply to the court to waive the three-year time requirement. Indeed, I have successfully pursued such applications numerous times (under Section 33 of the Limitation Act). However, success in such applications is far from guaranteed and claimants shouldn't rely on the mercy of the courts.
INJURIES GO UNCOMPENSATED
In the last three months alone, I've had to regretfully reject seven otherwise good claims due to injured parties having delayed more than three years before seeking legal advice. One prospective claimant was 33 years too late! Another who had potentially good claims for NFCI (non-freezing cold injury), NIHL (noise-induced hearing loss) and a back injury, delayed seeking legal advice until it was confirmed he would be medically discharged due to his injuries. This was many years after he had sustained the injuries as reflected in his military medical records.
OTHER REASONS WHY MILITARY PERSONNEL DELAY THEIR CLAIMS
Regimental loyalty is only one reason that explains the reluctance to make a claim.
Some military personnel want to believe they will get better and wish to avoid medical downgrading or medical discharge. This leads them to try to hide their injuries and symptoms.
Others don't report injuries/pursue claims as they want to avoid bullying or harassment – something which tragically can be rife in the military and seems to be visited most frequently upon ‘Commonwealth soldiers' suffering from NFCI (non-freezing cold injuries).
Indeed, several of my NFCI clients have reported disturbing, seemingly racially-motivated bullying and harassment generally from peers or low-ranking, generally non-commissioned officers. Such treatment can then form part of the claims.
PRACTICAL CHALLENGES THAT CAN DELAY A CLAIM
There are other practical challenges too. For those involved in long tours abroad, accessing a solicitor can be difficult.
Another issue can be the lack of independent evidence – perhaps driven, at times, by witnesses' unwillingness to help for reasons of self-preservation. Particularly those who continue to serve.
A PERVASIVE MYTH TO DISPEL
Above all, even amongst those prepared to begin legal action, there`s an enduring urban myth that they cannot pursue claims whilst still serving. Indeed, in the past, some members of the armed forces have suggested to me that they were expressly so misinformed.
For those on `civvy street`, pursuing a claim for an injury at work is rarely regarded as a reflection of poor character or lack of stamina. Rather, it's a fair and just response to an accident or disproportionate physical stress. It shouldn't be different for our servicemen and women.
MILITARY PERSONNEL HAVE THE SAME RIGHT TO COMPENSATION AS OTHER PROFESSIONALS
We may expect the military to show grit, endurance, courage, and resilience in the course of duty. But equally, they shouldn`t be left to rely on such qualities when they have every right to make a claim. Particularly when, for them, the consequences of injuries can be all the more severe and debilitating.
Let's be clear, the right to compensation for injuries suffered at a place of work apply to everyone, regardless of industry.
The content of this article is intended to provide a general guide to the subject matter. Specialist advice should be sought about your specific circumstances.
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Florida's Gov. Ron DeSantis has signaled that he could consider supporting efforts to strip Disney of a 55-year-old status that allows the theme park and entertainment company to operate in an independent way with self-governance around the company's Orlando-area park.
The move is the latest in a quarrel between the governor and the entertainment giant, which is Florida's largest employer. The clash comes just after Gov. DeSantis ratified a measure that bans schools in the state from talking about sexual orientation or gender identity in some classrooms.
As CNN reported, after the Walt Disney Company said in a statement that its "goal" was to get behind efforts to repeal the law through the court system, DeSantis said the company "crossed the line" with the statement.
According to the Associated Press, gay rights advocates are suing Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis to block the new law which bans classroom instruction on sexual orientation and gender identity in kindergarten through third grade.
A federal challenge was filed on Thursday on behalf of Equality Florida and Family Equality who say the law is an effort to control young minds using state censorship.
Florida's Gov. DeSantis is considered to be a potential 2024 Republican presidential candidate, and the law is considered to have pushed Florida into the spotlight amid what many are calling culture wars in the United States. Critics of the legislation call it the "Don't Say Gay" law.
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Southgate Wary Of Lack Of Preparation Time Despite Kind World Cup Draw
Mohammad Ali (@ChaudhryMAli88) Published April 02, 2022 | 12:30 AM
Doha, April 1 (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 2nd Apr, 2022 ) :England manager Gareth Southgate is wary of the little time he will have to prepare his squad for the 2022 World Cup despite a kind draw for the group stages on Friday.
The Three Lions will face Iran on the opening day of the tournament in Qatar on November 21, just eight days after the final Premier League games before the international break for the World Cup begins.
England will also face the USA and potentially a British derby against Scotland or Wales should either of those sides see off Ukraine in a playoff.
The playoff semi-final between Scotland and Ukraine has been delayed until June due to Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
"The first two are obviously teams we've not played for quite a while," Southgate told the BBC.
"The third is a total unknown but obviously throws up a possible British derby, we know what they are all about and had plenty of them.
"For us, we're in on day one so it's quite clear now what our programme looks like for the end of the Premier League season and getting out here as quickly as possible."
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House of the Dragon gets an August premiere — see new photos of clan Targaryen
The age of the Targaryens will soon be upon us. HBO previously promised a 2022 premiere for Game of Thrones prequel series House of the Dragon, which finished filming in London earlier this year. And now it has zeroed in on August 21 for the highly anticipated show's premiere...
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Forget Paris and its tourist traps – Toulouse is the perfect French city break for bucketloads of sunshine
A WEEKEND in Paris is the go-to getaway for a French city break.
But 400 miles south of the capital sits La Ville Rose — The Pink City — of Toulouse, providing charm by the bucketload and still managing to avoid the tourist traps that litter Parisian streets.
Sitting on the banks of the River Garonne, the Roman-founded city in France’s southern Occitan region is steeped in history, and carries unique culture with elements blended with Spain’s neighbouring Catalonia.
Distinctive for its pink brick buildings and winding streets, which sit within the boundaries of a Roman wall still visible in various parts of the city — it has all you’d want for a great city break.
WHY SHOULD I GO? From cobblestone backstreets to the stunning riverside paths along the Garonne, France’s fourth-largest city is a delight.
With ancient Roman ruins, a bustling nightlife, and a tasty culinary scene, it makes for a fantastic well-rounded getaway that can be packed into a weekend.
And with the Spanish border just two hours away, Toulouse is the ideal stopover for a European city-hop break.
ARE THE STREETS MADE FOR WALKING? It is the ideal city to explore on foot, by bike or scooter, with the bustling centre and its main historic attractions all within minutes of each other.
From the neo-classical Le Capitole de Toulouse at the heart of the city and its surrounding Place du Capitole, to the churches of Couvent des Jacobins and Notre Dame de Daurade, there’s no shortage of historic sites.
The Basilique Saint-Sernin provides the perfect background for a romantic moment.
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Visitors can stroll for miles by the riverfront. And if that wasn’t enough walking, there are two stunning public gardens to enjoy: Jardin des Plantes and Jardin Japonais.
ANYTHING UNUSUAL? Take a cab to the Halle de La Machine where gigantic fantasy-themed automatons walk Toulouse’s old aerospace runway.
Enjoy The Bread Catapult, Nutella-Toast Spreader and Wine-Serving Machine before taking a ride on the 45ft tall The Minotaur.
If you are looking to learn something new, pop into the Cite de l’Espace, a scientific discovery centre focused on Toulouse’s involvement in aeronautics and space travel.
The museum is home to a full-scale model of space rockets Ariane 5 and Soyuz and the Russian MIR space station that orbited the Earth from 1986 to 1996.
WHERE SHOULD I EAT? For traditional French dining, Aux Pieds Sous La Table offers a small menu that changes regularly.
On a sunny day, lunch at Ma Biche sur Le Toit. Atop the Galeries Lafayette shopping centre, it offers stunning views of the entire city from its skyline terrace.
A short stroll from some of the best nightlife spots, Monsieur George’s serves traditional eats at an affordable price, while the Brasserie Les Beaux Arts is a long-standing fine-dining spot. Take a Taste Of Toulouse food tour, run by US-born local Jessica Hammer, for pointers on the best vendors and hotspots for your favourite sweet and savoury treats.
FEELING THIRSTY? Le Bibent on the Capitole Square allows locals and visitors alike to enjoy a glass of wine overlooking the Place du Capitole and impressive theatre. Get your Instagram selfies at Bar A La Une, serving up drinks and tapas in a quirkily designed space. And craft beer fans will love L’Ancienne Belgique, which serves more than 70 ales.
WHERE SHOULD I STAY? If you’re looking for something unique, the boutique Hotel Maison SoClo is just a few minutes’ walk from the Place du Capitole and the banks of the Garonne.
The 18th century building has a garden, terrace and pool on its rooftop.
Downstairs is a restaurant that serves delicious charcuterie late into the night as well as a bar for cocktails.
GO: Toulouse
GETTING THERE: British Airways has return flights from London to Toulouse-Blagnac from £80. See britishairways.com
STAYING THERE: Rooms at the Hotel Maison SoClo from £122per night, based on two sharing. See soclo.fr
MORE INFO: See toulouse.visit.com
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KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Talks to stop the fighting in Ukraine have resumed.
They are occurring as Russia accuses the Ukrainians of launching a cross-border helicopter attack on a fuel depot. A Kremlin spokesman says the incident on Russian soil could undermine Friday's negotiations.
Ukraine is denying responsibility for the attack.
In the besieged port city of Mariupol, a humanitarian crisis is taking place. The city has essentially been destroyed by shelling from Russian forces.
The Red Cross said Friday that it was unable to reach the city on Friday, but will try again on Saturday.
"For the operation to succeed, it is critical that the parties respect the agreements and provide the necessary conditions and security guarantees," the Red Cross said in a statement.
The Red Cross says it plans to move people out of the city once it can reach them.
"Our presence will put a humanitarian marker on this planned movement of people, giving the convoy additional protection and reminding all sides of the civilian, humanitarian nature of the operation," the Red Cross said.
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NEW YORK (AP) — Stocks that traded heavily or had substantial price changes Friday:
GameStop Corp., down $1.58 to $165.
The video game retailer will ask shareholders to approve a stock split.
Fisker Inc., up 12 cents to $13.02.
The electric vehicle maker passed 40,000 reservations for its Fisker Ocean SUV.
Ford Motor Co., down 26 cents to $16.65.
Regulators unveiled stricter fuel economy requirements for new vehicles sold in the U.S.
BlackBerry Ltd., down 71 cents to $6.75.
Investors were disappointed by the cybersecurity software and services company's latest financial update.
Amazon.com Inc., up $11.25 to $3,271.20.
The online retailer's workers in Alabama appear to have rejected a union bid, while workers in part of New York voted to unionize.
NIO Inc., up 88 cents to $21.93.
The Chinese electric vehicle maker gave investors an encouraging delivery update.
DexCom Inc., up $19.97 to $531.57.
The medical device company announced the launch of a new glucose monitoring system in the U.K.
Newell Brands Inc., down 1 cent to $21.40.
The maker of Rubbermaid and other consumer products completed the sale of its connected home & security business to Resideo Technologies.
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- Name – Joan Griffiths
- Party – Scottish Labour Party
- Ward – Craigentinny Duddingston
What is your story?
I have always been politically active but when my disabled son was born, I learnt very fast that there were no services and if I wanted services, I would need to help create them and get involved in helping develop services for the most vulnerable in our society. I also found that not everyone is able for all sort of reasons to speak out, so I became a voice for others. I came into labour politics to improve people’s lives. I am a can do person; I have real life experience which I take into the City Chambers.
Following the birth of my son I made a career change and worked in a number of different roles in social work, Planning and Commission Officer for people with Learning Disabilities, Carers and Equalities. I managed a resource centre for people with Mental Health and managed Midlothian Social work complaints.
Since I was re-elected in 2017 I was honoured to be the Depute Lord Provost and Carers Champion as well as Vice Convener Finance & Resources
What are the main issues you will be campaigning on?
Personally I feel that the sign of a caring society is how it cares for its most vulnerable citizens, and I want to ensure that people can remain in their own homes with appropriate support and, if they are unable, that there is long term care that suits their needs.
Our children and young people have suffered greatly over the past two years with the gap in attainment widening and this needs to be addressed as a priority.
In the Labour Party I feel we need to invest in our services and in our local communities by supporting community groups and work to improving existing community services. We also need to redress the inequalities in our city and build a strong local economy which supports fair work.
Edinburgh Labour is determined to get the basics right to ensure that the core services that impact on our citizens and will work with local communities to make sure the infrastructure works for all.
Your achievements in the last five years
In my Ward I fought hard to ensure we did not lose our local sports centre. I was out campaigning, along with the local community and sports groups to ensure we had a new Meadowbank Sport Centre, which will open this year.
I lobbied my colleagues and council officers to ensure that a local voluntary organisation did not lose out in the grant process by getting the funding it needed to continue the good work they do in the local community.
I also worked with residents to fight hard for an additional £230K for the regeneration of Northfield Grove to ensure the mixed tenure back gardens were included in the regeneration program.
If nothing else the Covid crisis has brought home to us the value of our parks. Working with the Community Council I secured additional funding for the Loganlea Play Park and managed to ensure that the council carried out the necessary work at Lochend Park to resolve flooding issues.
I think that Edinburgh Labour in setting up the Edinburgh Poverty Commission led by Cllr Cammy Day was a very good achievement. The body was set up to better understand the forces which drive almost one in four children in Edinburgh into poverty. The commission listened and learned from the voices of citizens in Edinburgh who are struggling and the report will help the city to build on what works well but challenge Edinburgh to do better.
What is the surprising thing about you?
I am a passionate football supporter and have a season ticket for Heart of Midlothian.
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HELSINKI, April 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- WithSecure™, formerly F-Secure Business, has earned a multi-year contract from a global Fortune 500 company. The agreement to provide WithSecure™ Countercept, an award-winning managed detection and response (MDR) service, was closed just shortly after raising EUR77 million to fund the growth strategy of the newly launched corporate security brand.
"WithSecure's start is a tremendous success and I couldn't be more pleased," said WithSecure™ President and CEO, Juhani Hintikka. "Our unique positioning as the ideal security partner for large enterprises is attracting investors and resonating with companies. Our managed detection and response service is the perfect way to deliver these capabilities to organizations that need a team of professionals ready to counter highly-skilled threat actors 24/7."
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MAYSVILLE, W.Va. (AP) — A West Virginia sheriff's deputy was hospitalized Friday after being involved in a shooting incident in which a suspect died, state police said.
The suspect, Jeremy D. Berg, 43, of Maysville, was pronounced dead at the scene of Friday's shooting, Capt. R.A. Maddy, a state police spokesman, said in a news release.
The Grant County deputy involved in the shooting was taken to a hospital where his condition was stable, the statement said.
The statement didn't give further details, including the nature of the deputy's injuries, how the suspect died or where the incident occurred. It said the shooting was being investigated by state police in Moorefield.
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Canada will face Belgium, Morocco and Croatia in Group F in the opening group stage of the World Cup in Qatar this November.
The Canadian men are ranked 38th in the world compared to No. 2 for Belgium, No. 16 for Croatia and No, 24 Morocco.
Canada was the last ball taken in the draw.
The Canadians drew France, Hungary and the Soviet Union as first-round opponents in their only other visit to soccer’s showcase — Mexico ‘86. Canada lost all three matches and was outscored 5-0.
Friday’s draw had Canada in Pot 4, which featured the lowest-ranked qualified teams. Rules of the draw meant that the Canadians could not be put in a group with fellow CONCACAF qualifiers Mexico and the U.S.
The draw took place at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Center with actor Idris Elba and broadcaster Reshmin Chowdhury as hosts.
The 32-team tournament runs Nov. 21 through Dec. 18.
—Neil Davidson, The Canadian Press
RELATED: Canada falls 1-0 to Panama, finishes atop CONCACAF World Cup qualifying standings
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One woman dead after East Point Cove shooting
Published: Apr. 1, 2022 at 3:37 PM CDT|Updated: 47 minutes ago
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - A shooting on East Point Cove left one dead Friday afternoon.
Memphis Police say they responded to the shooting and found one woman shot, but she did not survive her injuries.
Police say that the suspects are four Black men that fled the scene on foot.
This is an ongoing investigation.
Anyone with information on this incident or the suspects is encouraged to call Crime Stoppers at 901-528-CASH.
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Thirty Nine Ep 11 & 12 Review: 5 heart-wrenching moments from the finale that absolutely wrecked us
‘Thirty Nine’ is a story of three female friends who are 39-years-old. Cha Mi Jo (Son Ye Jin) is the head dermatologist of a clinic in Gangnam. She is a warm character who grew up in a wealthy environment with a caring family and everything she could wish for. Jung Chan Young (Jeon Mi Do) dreamed of becoming an actress but ended up becoming an acting teacher instead. Although her way of speaking may seem blunt and harsh, the sincerity in her words makes her a character impossible to hate. Jang Joo Hee (Kim Ji Hyun) is a department store cosmetics manager. Due to her timid personality, she has yet to really experience a romantic relationship.
1. Chan Young’s deteriorating health
As the final episodes come in, Chan Young loses her strength and her close ones around her notice it all. She didn’t realise at the time but her family and friends rallied around her like a protective layer and took care of her at every given moment. She understood the value of warmth and love she received from her carefully cultivated relationship. While she was losing herself piece by piece, her close ones worked hard to keep whatever was left of her.
2. Chan Young, Mi Jo and Joo Hee’s evergreen friendship
One of the main themes of the drama was the strong friendship shared by the trio ever since they were teenagers but it just further strengthened over the years. As Mi Jo and Joo Hee understood Chan Young’s need for a funeral picture, Joo Hee got the group together for a fun photo session in order to have some smiling pictures of the former. Their comedic timings got us chuckling, which was the perfect comic relief amongst the sad scenes.
3. Jeong’s Kitchen
The attention turned on Jeong’s Kitchen, with Mi-Jo who managed to convince everyone to get involved to sort a kitchen renovation out. Hyeon Jun showed up and wasn’t happy he wasn’t consulted. After handing over some porridge for Chan Young, he got involved with the others, helping to fix the place up. They also had a big meal together but as fate would have it, it began snowing afterwards. Mi Jo sang ‘About Romance’ of which the lyrics hit too close to home which brought tears in the eyes of the trio.
4. Mi Jo’s tearful gesture towards Chan Young
It was always obvious that there was nobody who loved Chan Young the way Mi Jo did and she always had the right answers for her, which she did now too. Chan Young had passed on a list of people to call for her funeral which Mi Jo spun as a wonderful opportunity for those people to reconnect with Chan Young one last time. She was surprised to say the least but the scene was so emotional as she attended her living funeral but she managed to meet the precious people in her life, all thanks to Mi Jo
5. Chan Young’s last gesture towards Mi Jo
A couple months passed by as Chan Young passed away and everyone was following the wishes left by her. When her movie came out, all of them tearfully watched her cameo scene as it was the last time they could see her healthy and happy but Mi Jo never gathered the courage to watch her as she blamed herself for not being able to see Chan Young’s body before sending her off. She received a gift from Chan Young, which she had planned beforehand so Mi Jo didn’t suffer too much. The video that came along with the bracelet was absolutely heart-wrenching and it was one of the many ways to see the deep love they had for each other- they were platonic soulmates.
The drama taught us a lot- diligence, loyalty, friendship and how precious our lives really are. Like most slice of life dramas, it had its ups and downs but this drama will leave a dent in our hearts for the intense feelings it left us with in the end.
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Tufton Capital Management reduced its position in shares of Norfolk Southern Co. (NYSE:NSC – Get Rating) by 0.3% in the 4th quarter, according to the company in its most recent 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The institutional investor owned 50,020 shares of the railroad operator’s stock after selling 133 shares during the period. Norfolk Southern accounts for about 2.3% of Tufton Capital Management’s portfolio, making the stock its 10th largest holding. Tufton Capital Management’s holdings in Norfolk Southern were worth $14,891,000 at the end of the most recent reporting period.
A number of other large investors have also recently bought and sold shares of the business. Foster & Motley Inc. grew its position in shares of Norfolk Southern by 2.9% in the fourth quarter. Foster & Motley Inc. now owns 1,377 shares of the railroad operator’s stock valued at $410,000 after purchasing an additional 39 shares in the last quarter. Skylands Capital LLC grew its position in shares of Norfolk Southern by 13.6% in the third quarter. Skylands Capital LLC now owns 67,205 shares of the railroad operator’s stock valued at $16,079,000 after purchasing an additional 8,050 shares in the last quarter. Kanawha Capital Management LLC grew its position in shares of Norfolk Southern by 1.1% in the third quarter. Kanawha Capital Management LLC now owns 60,332 shares of the railroad operator’s stock valued at $14,434,000 after purchasing an additional 670 shares in the last quarter. Advisory Services Network LLC grew its position in shares of Norfolk Southern by 34.3% in the third quarter. Advisory Services Network LLC now owns 12,995 shares of the railroad operator’s stock valued at $3,109,000 after purchasing an additional 3,318 shares in the last quarter. Finally, Creative Planning grew its position in shares of Norfolk Southern by 7.5% in the third quarter. Creative Planning now owns 39,762 shares of the railroad operator’s stock valued at $9,513,000 after purchasing an additional 2,767 shares in the last quarter. Institutional investors own 72.91% of the company’s stock.
A number of equities research analysts have recently issued reports on NSC shares. Citigroup upped their price target on Norfolk Southern from $310.00 to $345.00 and gave the company a “buy” rating in a research report on Wednesday, January 5th. Wells Fargo & Company upped their price objective on Norfolk Southern from $316.00 to $337.00 and gave the company an “overweight” rating in a report on Monday, January 10th. Royal Bank of Canada upped their price objective on Norfolk Southern from $262.00 to $273.00 in a report on Thursday, January 27th. Stephens cut Norfolk Southern from an “overweight” rating to an “equal weight” rating and decreased their price objective for the company from $325.00 to $310.00 in a report on Tuesday, January 4th. Finally, StockNews.com assumed coverage on Norfolk Southern in a report on Thursday. They issued a “hold” rating on the stock. Two equities research analysts have rated the stock with a sell rating, six have given a hold rating and twelve have given a buy rating to the stock. According to MarketBeat, Norfolk Southern currently has an average rating of “Buy” and an average price target of $308.95.
Shares of NYSE NSC traded down $16.46 during mid-day trading on Friday, hitting $268.76. The company had a trading volume of 53,553 shares, compared to its average volume of 1,398,805. The company has a market capitalization of $64.44 billion, a PE ratio of 21.92, a price-to-earnings-growth ratio of 2.01 and a beta of 1.37. The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.97, a current ratio of 0.86 and a quick ratio of 0.77. Norfolk Southern Co. has a 1-year low of $238.62 and a 1-year high of $299.20. The business’s 50-day simple moving average is $272.04 and its 200 day simple moving average is $274.44.
Norfolk Southern (NYSE:NSC – Get Rating) last announced its quarterly earnings data on Wednesday, January 26th. The railroad operator reported $3.12 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $3.04 by $0.08. The business had revenue of $2.85 billion for the quarter, compared to analysts’ expectations of $2.82 billion. Norfolk Southern had a return on equity of 21.28% and a net margin of 26.97%. The company’s revenue for the quarter was up 9.6% compared to the same quarter last year. During the same period last year, the firm earned $2.64 earnings per share. On average, analysts expect that Norfolk Southern Co. will post 13.73 EPS for the current year.
The business also recently disclosed a quarterly dividend, which was paid on Monday, February 21st. Stockholders of record on Friday, February 4th were paid a $1.24 dividend. This is a boost from Norfolk Southern’s previous quarterly dividend of $1.09. This represents a $4.96 annualized dividend and a dividend yield of 1.85%. The ex-dividend date was Thursday, February 3rd. Norfolk Southern’s dividend payout ratio (DPR) is presently 40.92%.
Norfolk Southern declared that its Board of Directors has initiated a stock repurchase program on Tuesday, March 29th that permits the company to buyback $10.00 billion in outstanding shares. This buyback authorization permits the railroad operator to reacquire up to 14.6% of its shares through open market purchases. Shares buyback programs are typically an indication that the company’s board believes its stock is undervalued.
About Norfolk Southern (Get Rating)
Norfolk Southern Corp. is a transportation company, which owns a freight railroad. It engages in the rail transportation of raw materials, intermediate products, and finished goods primarily in the Southeast, East, and Midwest and, via interchange with rail carriers to and from the rest of the United States.
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Pyrk (PYRK) traded 3.9% higher against the dollar during the 24-hour period ending at 16:00 PM ET on April 1st. One Pyrk coin can currently be purchased for about $0.0014 or 0.00000003 BTC on exchanges. Pyrk has a market cap of $22,158.02 and approximately $904.00 worth of Pyrk was traded on exchanges in the last day. In the last week, Pyrk has traded 14.4% lower against the dollar.
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Midwest Heritage Bank FSB acquired a new stake in shares of iShares Core MSCI Pacific ETF (NYSEARCA:IPAC – Get Rating) during the 4th quarter, HoldingsChannel reports. The firm acquired 3,996 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $255,000.
A number of other large investors also recently modified their holdings of the business. Assetmark Inc. lifted its stake in iShares Core MSCI Pacific ETF by 2.1% during the 3rd quarter. Assetmark Inc. now owns 1,270,273 shares of the company’s stock valued at $85,057,000 after acquiring an additional 26,013 shares in the last quarter. Morgan Stanley lifted its stake in iShares Core MSCI Pacific ETF by 6.2% during the 3rd quarter. Morgan Stanley now owns 616,214 shares of the company’s stock valued at $41,262,000 after acquiring an additional 35,948 shares in the last quarter. Advisor Group Holdings Inc. lifted its stake in iShares Core MSCI Pacific ETF by 97.1% during the 3rd quarter. Advisor Group Holdings Inc. now owns 463,061 shares of the company’s stock valued at $30,987,000 after acquiring an additional 228,154 shares in the last quarter. Elm Partners Management LLC lifted its stake in iShares Core MSCI Pacific ETF by 7.3% during the 4th quarter. Elm Partners Management LLC now owns 440,282 shares of the company’s stock valued at $28,116,000 after acquiring an additional 29,786 shares in the last quarter. Finally, OLD Mission Capital LLC lifted its stake in iShares Core MSCI Pacific ETF by 0.4% during the 3rd quarter. OLD Mission Capital LLC now owns 230,156 shares of the company’s stock valued at $15,411,000 after acquiring an additional 945 shares in the last quarter.
NYSEARCA:IPAC traded down $0.70 during trading hours on Friday, hitting $60.90. 40,918 shares of the company traded hands, compared to its average volume of 81,255. The firm’s 50-day simple moving average is $60.57 and its 200-day simple moving average is $64.01. iShares Core MSCI Pacific ETF has a one year low of $56.89 and a one year high of $70.41.
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NEW YORK, April 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --
WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, reminds purchasers of the securities of Acutus Medical, Inc. (NASDAQ: AFIB) between May 13, 2021 and November 11, 2021, inclusive (the "Class Period") of the important April 18, 2022 lead plaintiff deadline.
SO WHAT: If you purchased Acutus Medical securities during the Class Period you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out of pocket fees or costs through a contingency fee arrangement.
WHAT TO DO NEXT: To join the Acutus Medical class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=3255 or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email pkim@rosenlegal.com or cases@rosenlegal.com for information on the class action. A class action lawsuit has already been filed. If you wish to serve as lead plaintiff, you must move the Court no later than April 18, 2022. A lead plaintiff is a representative party acting on behalf of other class members in directing the litigation.
WHY ROSEN LAW: We encourage investors to select qualified counsel with a track record of success in leadership roles. Often, firms issuing notices do not have comparable experience, resources or any meaningful peer recognition. Many of these firms do not actually handle securities class actions, but are merely middlemen that refer clients or partner with law firms that actually litigate the cases. Be wise in selecting counsel. The Rosen Law Firm represents investors throughout the globe, concentrating its practice in securities class actions and shareholder derivative litigation. Rosen Law Firm has achieved the largest ever securities class action settlement against a Chinese Company. Rosen Law Firm was Ranked No. 1 by ISS Securities Class Action Services for number of securities class action settlements in 2017. The firm has been ranked in the top 4 each year since 2013 and has recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for investors. In 2019 alone the firm secured over $438 million for investors. In 2020, founding partner Laurence Rosen was named by law360 as a Titan of Plaintiffs' Bar. Many of the firm's attorneys have been recognized by Lawdragon and Super Lawyers.
DETAILS OF THE CASE: According to the lawsuit, defendants throughout the Class Period made false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (1) a material percentage of the AcQMap systems under evaluation had been randomly installed at sites with little, if any, consideration given to whether the healthcare providers at the selected locations were likely to adopt, or desire, Acutus Medical's products; (2) a material percentage of the AcQMap systems under evaluation had been installed in locations where Acutus Medical did not possess the infrastructure necessary to appropriately educate, train, and support medical service providers on the system's operations; (3) as a result, Acutus Medical was in the process of designing a strategic plan to terminate and relocate approximately 20% of then-existing AcQMap systems evaluation arrangements; (4) Acutus Medical's management discussion and analysis was materially false and misleading and failed to disclose that the termination and relocation of approximately 20% of existing AcQMap systems evaluation arrangements was reasonably likely to have a material adverse effect on Acutus Medical's 2021 financial results; and (5) Acutus Medical's risk factor discussions were materially false and misleading and made reference to potential risks without disclosing that such risks were then-existing or adequately describing the specific nature of the risks then facing Acutus Medical. When the true details entered the market, the lawsuit claims that investors suffered damages.
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PHILIPSBURG:--- Minister of TEATT Roger Lawrence told the parliament of St. Maarten that he does not have a special mandate when it comes to the government-owned company Princess Juliana International Airport (PJIAE). The Minister said that the shareholder decided that he would be attending parliament to respond to questions posed by parliament and to also handle the dismissal of the Chief Operations Officer Michel Hyman, while he would keep the shareholder updated. Minister Lawrence also informed parliament that he is the point of contact on behalf of the Shareholder ...
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On Thursday – César Chávez Day – a group of about 50 farmworkers, advocates and community members gathered in Fresno to march in honor of the late labor leader and to once again ask Gov. Gavin Newsom to sign a bill that would make it easier for farmworkers to vote in union elections.
“Farmworkers are asking what could be more important than meeting with farmworkers on César Chávez Day,” said Elizabeth Strater, director of strategic campaigns for the United Farm Workers, in a recent interview with The Bee. On Wednesday, Newsom’s office confirmed that he and his family were on vacation in Central and South America.
The march was part of a series of events organized by the UFW and its foundation in 13 rural and urban California cities – including San Francisco, San Jose and Berkeley – in which farmworkers gathered to raise awareness about the Agricultural Labor Relations Voting Choice Act, AB 2183, a bill that would give farmworkers the option to vote by mail in union elections.
Among those marching in Fresno on Thursday were central San Joaquin Valley elected officials: Santos Garcias, the mayor of Madera, and Jose Sigala, a councilmember from Tulare currently running for state assembly for the 33rd District.
“I’m here to lend support to this legislation,” said Sigala. “Hopefully, the governor sees not only this action but the action across the state.”
The coordinated marches took place less than a year after the UFW organized a march to the French Laundry — a reference to the pricey meal Newsom had with lobbyists as he asked other Californians to avoid mixed groups and indoor settings during the coronavirus pandemic — after Newsom vetoed an initial version of the bill, AB 616, last September.
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This is a rush transcript. Copy may not be in its final form.AMY GOODMAN: This is Democracy Now!, democracynow.org, The War and Peace Report. I’m Amy Goodman.
We spend the rest of the hour with Chris Hedges, the Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist, who has just seen YouTube delete the entire archive of his Emmy-nominated television show On Contact, which he hosted for six years on RT America, a news channel funded by the Russian government that recently closed down. This comes as Britain announced Thursday new sanctions on 14 more Russian entities and people, including state media organizations behind RT and Sputnik and some of their senior figures, to target those who spread President Putin’s, what they called, quote, “fake news and narratives.” RT’s deputy editor-in-chief, Anna Belkina, told Reuters, quote, “With this action, the U.K. government has sounded the death knell for media freedom in Britain.” Belkina said Britain had tried to silence both RT and WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange.
For more, we’re joined in New York by Chris Hedges, who is just back from London as a guest at the wedding of the imprisoned WikiLeaks founder, Julian Assange, and his partner, now wife, Stella Moris. We’ll talk more about that in a minute. But first, Chris, you wrote a piece headlined “On Being Disappeared” about having your RT show’s archive completely deleted, saying, “If this happens to me, it can happen to you, to any critic anywhere who challenges the dominant narrative.” Chris Hedges, can you lay out what happened?
CHRIS HEDGES: There was no notice. There was no warning. There was no inquiry. It just vanished. It’s not surprising. I think if you go back and look at the 2017 director of national intelligence report, seven pages were devoted to RT. And while they accused RT of disseminating Russian propaganda, all the examples that they cited in that report were that RT was giving a voice to Black Lives Matter activists, anti-fracking activists, Occupy activists, third-party candidates — all of which was true. And so, I think this was the culmination. We expected it.
I was on your show, by the way, when they deleted Trump from the social media, and vigorously opposed it, not because I ever want to read another tweet by Donald Trump, but because we don’t want these opaque entities — and they know everything about us, we know nothing about them — to wield this kind of censorship. What I didn’t expect when I was arguing not to delete Trump from social media was that I would so quickly be one of the victims.
AMY GOODMAN: So, do you have any access to this archive?
CHRIS HEDGES: Through the — the RT.com On Contact site is still up. I don’t know how much longer. So we’ve copied them, so at least I’ll have them. But, no, off of YouTube. And you had hundreds of thousands of views for some of those shows. It’s all gone.
I want to stress that there wasn’t one show on Russia, and the few times that we ever mentioned Putin or Russia was not in very flattering terms. I remember the great investigative journalist Allan Nairn using RT — I’m sure, on purpose — to excoriate Russia for war crimes in Syria. But we broadcast it.
This was a show that, if we had a functioning public broadcasting system, would be on, probably late at night. I primarily interviewed authors — I’m an author myself, of course, have written 14 books — and intellectuals that I admire — Cornel West, Noam Chomsky, Slavoj Žižek. And it was erased for its content, I mean, not because it was Russian propaganda but — it wasn’t — but because there’s been such a marginalization of critics of anti-imperialism, anti-capitalism. I’m a very strong supporter, very public supporter, of the Boycott, Divestment, Sanction movement, which, of course, I think was the key issue that saw my great friend Cornel West denied tenure at Harvard.
The walls have just closed in, Amy, since I began as a reporter in Central America in the 1980s. There’s less and less space for those who are willing to seriously challenge and question entrenched power. I mean, you do it. Allan does that. But it’s become a pretty lonely profession. And, of course, Bob Scheer, who I write for Scheer Post, but he doesn’t have any money. He doesn’t have any advertisers — also true when he ran Ramparts. So, it’s becoming harder and harder. I’ve gone to Substack, like Matt Taibbi and Glenn Greenwald, ChrisHedges.substack.com. And if I can get enough subscribers, I will fund the column and fund the show myself. But that’s where we’re left at. And, of course, you pioneered that model for many of us.
AMY GOODMAN: And, Chris, if you were on RT America right now, if it existed, if DirecTV hadn’t canceled, taken RT America off, what would you be saying about Russia’s invasion of Ukraine?
CHRIS HEDGES: Well, I denounced Russia’s invasion of Ukraine at the inception, for the same reason I denounced our invasion and occupation of Iraq at the inception — for which, of course, I ran into conflict and had to leave The New York Times — because preemptive war, under post-Nuremberg laws, is a criminal war of aggression. And I was very clear about that. Now, RT went dark six days later. I don’t — I have hard time believing Moscow would have allowed me to publicly embrace that kind of critique and remain on the air. I mean, I don’t know. That’s conjecture. But, yes, I can’t — it would be deeply hypocritical to lambaste the United States for war crimes and not lambaste Vladimir Putin for war crimes — with this caveat: The invasion of Iraq, occupation of Iraq, was based on lies and fabrications.
I believe — I was in Europe in 1989 covering the revolutions in Eastern Europe. And this, of course, was — we assumed, naively, that NATO would be obsolete. NATO was created to prevent Soviet expansion in Eastern, in Central Europe. I saw the leaders of — Margaret Thatcher and the Reagan administration, Hans-Dietrich Genscher, all promise Gorbachev that NATO would not be expanded beyond the borders of a unified Germany. Then later, with the Clinton administration, after 13 or 14 states now, of course, have been integrated into NATO, the Clinton administration promised not to station troops. This was another violation. Russia has every right to feel threatened and baited. That doesn’t justify the war crime that they committed. I mean, they pulled the trigger. But again, this kind of understanding of the historical antecedents that led to the attack on the Ukraine — you’ve had Katrina on here. She, of course, knows Russia very well. That’s almost unheard of within the kind of cheerleading from the media, within the mainstream media.
AMY GOODMAN: Katrina vanden Heuvel, the publisher —
CHRIS HEDGES: Yeah.
AMY GOODMAN: — of The Nation. Chris, you wrote the award-winning book, War Is a Force That Gives Us Meaning. What does this war give Russia in terms of meaning?
CHRIS HEDGES: Well, I just read The New York Times this morning, and they’re talking about Putin’s approval ratings going through the roof. That’s what war does. It unleashes all sorts of dark, toxic poisons, including the poison of nationalism, which we imbibed in Iraq and, I think, to a certain extent, are imbibing now, ignoring the two decades of egregious war crimes that we committed in the Middle East. The idea that somehow NATO is a defensive organization would be greeted with ridicule in countries like Iraq or Afghanistan or Syria or anywhere — or Libya or anywhere else. So, yeah, of course, every society is susceptible to that dark elixir. Russia is no exception. They’ve, of course, turned on their press, and they’re drinking deep from it. But we’re as guilty of that sin as the Russians.
AMY GOODMAN: What would you say to critics that say RT America, RT, was an outlet for Russian state propaganda, which is why it was targeted for removal by YouTube?
CHRIS HEDGES: Well, to a certain extent, that’s probably true. But are we better off not hearing what Russia has to say, not understanding why they think the way they do? I was a foreign correspondent for 20 years. My job was to be culturally, linguistically, historically, religiously literate, to step into the shoes of a Syrian or an Iraqi or a Palestinian — and, of course, I spent six years in Latin America and then, later, in Yugoslavia — and explain how the world looked from their vantage point, why they felt the way they did. And oftentimes the grievances they have are very legitimate. I certainly think that Putin’s complaints about the expansion of NATO have a great deal of credibility. It’s just a historical fact that the leaders of the West lied to Gorbachev, lied to Yeltsin and lied to Putin. That’s just historically true. We’re not a better world by shutting down these outlets and essentially living within our own echo chamber, especially when we wield the kind of military power that we do wield. And this gets into the whole collapse of foreign reporting. It’s kind of gone the way of the dinosaurs. But it’s extremely important, especially when you’re an imperial power.
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The secret signs that betray your true class: Pin-sharp book by DETLEV PILTZ, who fell in love with England while staying with Theresa May's family, explains what the sound of your doorbell, the colour of your car and how you eat peas reveals about you
- Originally from Germany, Detlev Piltz came to the UK first in 1961 aged 16
- Staying with Theresa May's family, he learnt about the English class system
- Subtle indicators of one's class include dog breed, word choices and M&S habits
- Buying clothes from M&S is lower class, but buying bedding is upper class
- Lower-class names include Seaneen, Terriann, Sammy-Jo, Jamielee and Codie
My first visit to England, in the summer of 1961, was as a 16-year-old German schoolboy taken in as a paying guest by a vicar and his wife.
Their daughter, then a little girl of about five, was called Theresa and later became Prime Minister.
Her father, the Reverend Hubert Brasier, was the rector in an idyllic Cotswolds village and the four weeks I spent with them enriched my life.
Not only did I improve my English but the family also took me with them on shopping trips in their plush Morris Minor, for picnics in the country, to the motor racing at Silverstone and to Oxford University where the vicar explained about its colleges.
On my last Sunday with the Brasiers, my host parents gave me some lessons in good manners before the bishop came for tea.
Arriving in the UK aged 16, Detlev Piltz gives an outsider's perspective on the English class system, explaining how dog breeds, M&S purchases and word choices all subtly signal one's social status
Detlev Piltz, from Germany, stayed with Theresa May's family in an idyllic Cotswolds village in 1961 - beginning his love affair with the country and his fascination with the English class system. Pictured: Theresa May drinks tea with China's Xi Jinping in 2018
One was the two-cup rule of tea-drinking: a single cup was deemed impolite as not enough; three cups were considered too many.
When the tea came, I found it very weak. I did not enjoy it at all and once their guest had left I asked about its strange taste.
'It was China tea,' Mrs Brasier explained, and we were drinking it 'because of the bishop'.
Clearly it was thought the Indian tea they normally drank was wrong for someone of the bishop's social standing and so I gained my first insight into that most prominent feature of Englishness — the class system.
Those summer holidays were the beginning of a life-long fascination and affection for England that has led to many visits and finally to owning my own place not far from the spot where my English 'career' began.
Whenever I am here, I am vividly reminded that the class system still exists, as demonstrated by the public reaction to the BBC's Great British Class Survey in 2013.
If it was already remarkable that more than 161,000 people took the trouble to spend 20 minutes of their time answering questions about their economic situation, cultural tastes and leisure interests, the biggest surprise was yet to follow.
Within a week of the results being published, seven million people — roughly one in five of the British adult population — clicked on the Class Calculator to find out where they stood socially.
What's more, sales of theatre tickets in London that week doubled, the reason apparently being that the Class Calculator had identified theatre-going as an indicator of belonging to a higher class.
As this suggests, there's far more to class than such 'hard' markers as occupation and money.
However impoverished, the child of an earl with all the class markers of their elevated station is upper class and not working class.
And the National Lottery winner who buys himself a country house in Buckinghamshire, a flat in London's Eaton Square and a Rolls-Royce in no way qualifies as upper class.
What matters just as much are the 'soft' markers.
Having hair does not reveal which class you belong to, but how you wear it most definitely does.
Being a dog-owner does not indicate your class, but the breed you choose speaks volumes.
Owning a car is not a class statement, but how often you wash it is.
Going on holiday has nothing to do with class, but what you do when you get there certainly does.
When Theresa May's father whipped out Chinese tea, instead of the usual Indian tea, for a reception with a bishop, Detlev Piltz got his first introduction to the subtle social signals English people send out depending on the class to which they belong
Naturally, no Englishman would admit to this kind of snobbery and there is an unspoken ban on all overt differentiation on class grounds.
The infamous remark about Michael Heseltine attributed to Alan Clark in the House of Commons as the kind of person who 'had to buy his own furniture' would today be regarded as old-fashioned and morally repugnant.
In interviews conducted for the Great British Class Survey, people tended to preface their remarks with disclaimers such as, 'I don't mean this in a snobby way, but...' or, 'I know this might sound snobby, but...'
Such statements, however, are usually followed by exactly the kind of snobbery that the speaker claims to eschew, such as: 'Given her background, it's hard for her to really get pleasure from opera.'
Usefully, in much the same way as modern cars have a Global Positioning System that tells them their location on the Earth at any time, the English have a Class Positioning System that helps them identify their place.
Research suggests that around 70 per cent count themselves as middle-class and around 30 per cent as working-class, while next to no one identifies as the upper-class 'U' described by Nancy Mitford in her classic book Noblesse Oblige, first published in 1956.
Yet the English still fully relate to the dichotomy between 'upper' and 'lower'.
Crucially, what really matters is usually left unsaid. It comes across in small signs, a gesture, tiny give-aways, the odd phrase.
When you join a group of people or you meet an individual, you recognise the markers at once: the clothes, the style, the voice, the mannerisms.
Nobody who knows the code believes otherwise. Class rules, although hazy, most definitely exist.
Everyone is measured by them and either passes or fails. Except that they will never be told.
U AND NON-U
Some soft class markers have survived for decades.
Much of the behaviour, language and pronunciation Nancy Mitford categorised as 'U' and 'non-U' ('U' being upper class) back in 1956 had the same connotations when anthropologist Kate Fox published her book Watching The English in 2014.
Language markers considered lower class include 'Pardon?' (instead of 'What?' or 'Sorry?'), 'toilet' ('loo' or 'lavatory'), 'serviette' ('napkin') and 'lounge' ('sitting room' or 'drawing room'): terms whose utterance Fox describes as 'deadly sins' if you want to pass for upper class.
As for pronunciation, the upper classes typically pronounce unstressed vowels even less clearly than is otherwise the norm, and sometimes omit them entirely.
During a course in Oxford it took me several repetitions to realise phlosphy meant philosophy.
HOME SWEET HOME
Your address is a hard class marker par excellence and certain counties are classier than others, in particular Gloucestershire, Wiltshire, Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Norfolk, Berkshire, Dorset, Herefordshire, East Sussex and Northumberland.
The most exclusive addresses in England are the shortest: no need for house number, street name, town or county.
The house name is sufficient, Buckingham Palace being a prime example.
In rural England, the country house holds sway. While 1,100 such dwellings disappeared between 1875 and 1975, having been demolished, fallen into ruin or burnt down, these monuments to a bygone era still abound.
Being the owner of a country house remains an unambiguous sign of being upper class — buying a stately pile is a priority for those aspiring to join the smart set.
The loss of such a house, for whatever reason, deals the owners a heavy blow, as described by one now impoverished former resident of a stately pile: 'The decline of our family began the first time we moved into a house with a number.'
CLOTHING/APPEARANCE
One delight of the English class system is the fascination with the colour of men's shoes.
A 2016 study by the Social Mobility Commission found 'some investment bank managers still judge candidates on whether they wear brown shoes with a suit rather than on their skills and potential'.
Brown shoes are acceptable only in the country, best kept for tramping the hills and fields or for gardening, fishing and shooting.
THE NAME GAME
Across all classes, calling someone by their first name is more frequent than it used to be.
This is not to everyone's liking. When Princess Anne addressed the former Prime Minister Tony Blair's wife as Mrs Blair, the response was, 'Oh, please call me Cherie.'
The princess replied: 'I'd rather not. It's not the way I've been brought up.'
The first names of the lower classes tend to follow fashion much more than those favoured by the upper.
In the same way the rings on a tree indicate when it was planted, some names can reveal the exact year in which someone was born.
A stand-out example is Kayleigh and its many iterations that emerged in the years from 2010 onwards, including Demi-Leigh, Chelsea-Leigh, Tia-Leigh, Honey-Leigh, Kaydie-Leigh, Everleigh and Lilleigh: there are no fewer than 128 in total.
The philosophy of names is not just imagined.
In 2005 it was reported children with middle-class names were eight times more likely to pass their GCSEs than those with names like Wayne and Dwayne.
According to Acorn, the data company that segments the UK population into 62 different types of consumer, being named Crispian, Greville, Lysbeth or Penelope means you are about 200 times more likely to be in the 'wealthy executive' top class than in the 'inner-city adversity' bottom one.
Seaneen, Terriann, Sammy-Jo, Jamielee, Kayleigh and Codie are the six names most disproportionately skewed towards the 'struggling families' category.
When it comes to nicknames, just about anything goes, including among the highest social orders. For example, the Duke of Edinburgh's pet name for the Queen was said to be 'Cabbage'.
Dalmatians are upper-class dog breeds, while poodles are favoured by the lower classes
THE 'M&S TEST'
If you want to know an Englishwoman's class, don't enquire about her background, income or education; instead, ask her what she buys at M&S.
Kate Fox, anthropologist and author of the book Watching The English, calls it the 'M&S test'.
The upper-middles purchase things that are not instantly identifiable as from M&S: underwear, towels, bed linen and food.
They do not buy sofas, curtains or cushions, party dresses or shoes or anything bearing a trademark M&S pattern.
The middle-middles buy M&S food (but get their cornflakes and loo paper at Sainsbury's or Tesco), as well as sofas, cushions and certain 'unseen' garments.
Lower-middle and upper-working-class customers like M&S clothes, feeling they represent value for money, but not food, cushions, duvets and towels, because of the price.
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Welcome To Wonkette Happy Hour, With This Week's Cocktail, The Blueberry Shrubbery!
Greetings, Wonketeers! I’m Hooper, your bartender. As I promised last week, I’m leading off with a non-alcoholic cocktail.. I hope you made the blueberry shrub I published earlier. If you did, we’re in for a treat. Let’s make a Blue Shrubbery. Here’s the recipe.
Blue Shrubbery
2 oz Blueberry Shrub (see below)
1 oz cinnamon simple syrup
1 oz fresh lime juice
5-6 drops orange blossom water
Mint and lemon twist
Shake all ingredients except soda water, mint, and lemon. Pour into an iced highball glass and top with soda water. Garnish with lemon and mint. This drink is 0 ABV.
Blueberry Shrub
1 cup blueberries
1 cup sugar
1 cup apple cider vinegar
Place the blueberries and sugar in a glass jar. Muddle the blueberries. Cover with a loose lid or cheesecloth and let sit in a cool dark place for 3 days. Add vinegar and let rest for 1 day. Strain through a fine mesh strainer or nut bag and refrigerate.
Shrubs have been a secret ingredient in cocktails since the 17th century. Originally, they were a means of preserving fruit flavors through the winter. They fell out of favor with the advent of refrigeration. Lately, they’re turning up again in crafted cocktail bars. Shrubs provide a different acidity to a cocktail that might otherwise use lemon or lime. Shrubs are very tart, but once you get used to them you’ll be hooked.
A really good shrub needs time to sit and reflect. If you taste a shrub on the day you make it, it will be drinkable, but sharp. Give it a week or two, and the acids will start breaking down. As time goes on, it gets softer and mellower. It’s perfect after a week.
Of course, you aren’t limited to blueberries for your shrub. Soft fruit with a high moisture content won’t take more than a few days to make a great shrub. Strawberries, raspberries, peaches — all of them would make excellent beverages. Harder fruit like apples or pears will take more fermentation time, but the end results will be worth it.
Let’s talk ingredients:
Look, Mom! No liquor!Matthew Hooper
Blueberry Shrub: The key in building this cocktail is paying attention to the acidity. A shrub is still a vinegar, and if you don’t balance it properly it will be too sharp to enjoy. As a rule of thumb, you want to go big on any flavor in an NA cocktail, but taste as you go and feel free to correct.
Lime Juice: This is where the cocktail balance gets tricky. Limes bring a second acid into the glass. The brightness of lime is welcome here, but too much will make the drink a train wreck. This is the first ingredient I would reduce if the drink tastes too acidic.
Cinnamon Simple Syrup: This is an easy ingredient to make at home. One part sugar, one part water, one roll of cinnamon bark. Add them to a pot, heat until the sugar’s melted. Done. The syrup is here for sweetness, but it also carries spices and other flavors to complement the shrub. Cinnamon and blueberries are naturals. I’d make a basil syrup for a strawberry shrub. Use your creativity and see what happens.
Orange blossom water: I generally don’t use this much orange blossom in a drink, but NA cocktails demand a lot of flavor. Scale this back if the drink tastes like perfume to you.
Soda Water: Bubbles are nice, but soda water has a way of muting harsh flavors that’s very useful in this cocktail. The size of your glass has a lot to do with how much soda you add. I don’t think you should use more than 3-4 oz, however. Above that, the drink may be too diluted.
Garnishes: Please don’t skip the mint or lemon peel here. The scent of the mint and lemon brighten the cocktail as you drink it. You taste with your nose as well as your tongue. The layers on this drink are lovely, but please stir it before drinking.
If you are devoted to making NA cocktails, I would consider making the investment in some bottles of Seedlip NA spirits. Seedlip doesn’t make “fake” booze. Instead, they make botanical infusions that can stand in for a spirit in a given cocktail, without tasting exactly like it. Seedlip Garden 108 would bring a ton of complexity to this beverage that would boost the core strength of the simple shrub beautifully. Modern mixologists have started exploring the idea of “clean” cocktails in earnest. There’s no reason not to play along at home!
For an alcoholic version of this drink, I’d replace 1 oz of soda water with vodka. A soft, fruity gin like Hendricks also works wonderfully. I’d also reduce the amount of shrub and lime juice by a quarter ounce each. Alcohol transmits and boosts flavors. There can be too much of a good thing.
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Cameroon
37
Canada
38
40th
And Peru (22), Australia (42)
or UAE (68)
Ecuador
46
Saudi
Arabia
49
50th
Qatar
51
Ghana
60
60th
Federation
Teams
Host
1
UEFA
13
CAF
5
CONMEBOL
4
AFC
4
CONCACAF
3
TBD
2
North, Central America and Caribbean
Qatar
Europe
Africa
South America
Asia
But the Americans certainly didn’t land the softest group for the quadrennial spectacle, which runs from Nov. 21 to Dec. 18. Although Group A includes a resurgent Netherlands team and African champion Senegal, the presence of Qatar — a first-time participant that received a top seed as the host nation — and Ecuador arguably makes that the weakest slate of teams. Group H isn’t particularly daunting, either, with talented but underachieving Portugal joined by an aging Uruguay team and underdogs South Korea and Ghana.
USMNT lands a tough but manageable group
Through three-quarters of the draw, the Americans — who were plucked from Pot 2 — could hardly have asked for a more favorable schedule. England is laden with talent but less imposing than fellow top seeds Brazil, Argentina, France and Spain. Considering Pot 3 could have served up Senegal or a Poland squad led by FIFA player of the year Robert Lewandowski, the Americans must’ve been pleased to see Iran land in Group B.
Pot 4 was where things got dicey: The Americans’ group drew the winner of the final European playoff, which was delayed to June because of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Wales, which already defeated Austria in its playoff semifinal, will face Scotland or Ukraine for the final spot in Group B. None of these teams are contenders; Wales hasn’t been to the World Cup since 1958, Scotland hasn’t won a game in the tournament since 1990 and Ukraine has been to just one World Cup, in 2006. But with all three squads ranked in FIFA’s top 40, they represented some of Pot 4′s toughest options.
There’s also some intriguing recent history to keep in mind: Although the United States has never faced Wales, Scotland or Ukraine on soccer’s grandest stage, the Americans lost to Iran, 2-1, in the 1998 group stage and tied England, 1-1, in the teams’ 2010 opener.
How does the USMNT shape up?
Before the United States failed to qualify for the 2018 tournament, the Americans had advanced out of the group stage in three of their previous four World Cups. With an unprecedented glut of young stars playing for some of Europe’s top teams, the No. 15-ranked U.S. squad should be favored to again advance to the round of 16, where it would face a team from Group A for a chance to return to the quarterfinals for the first time since 2002.
The U.S. men's national team
in the World Cup
The USMNT made it to the semifinals in the first World Cup, played almost a century ago in Uruguay.
Since then, the best result was 20 years ago at the 2002 World Cup.
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qualify
Group
stage
Round
of 16
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finals
Semi-
finals
Final
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’30
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The U.S. hosted the World Cup in 1994
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The U.S. men's national team
in the World Cup
The USMNT made it to the semifinals in the first World Cup, played almost a century ago in Uruguay.
Since then, the best result was 20 years ago at the 2002 World Cup.
Did not
qualify
Group
stage
Round
of 16
Quarter-
finals
Semi-
finals
Final
Winner
’30
’34
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Argentina 6,
U.S. 1
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’54
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The U.S. hosted the World Cup in 1994
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Germany 1,
U.S. 0
’94
’98
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’06
’10
’14
’18
The U.S. men's national team
in the World Cup
The USMNT made it to the semifinals in the first World Cup,
played almost a century ago in Uruguay.
Since then, the best result was 20 years ago at the 2002 World Cup.
Champion
Argentina 6, U.S. 1
Final
Germany 1, U.S. 0
Semifinals
Quarterfinals
Round of 16
Group stage
Did not qualify
’30
’34
’38
’50
’54
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’74
’78
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’86
’90
’94
’98
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Withdrew
from qualifying
The U.S. hosted the World Cup in 1994
That run ended when the Americans largely outplayed eventual runner-up Germany but fell, 1-0, on Michael Ballack’s first-half strike. Before that, you have to go all the way back to the first World Cup in 1930 — when the Americans were routed, 6-1, by Argentina in the semifinals — to find a U.S. run past the round of 16.
Coach
G. Berhalter
Projected lineup
A. Robinson
G. Reyna
C. Pulisic
M. Robinson
Z. Steffen
B. Aaronson
T. Adams
W. Zimmerman
G. Reyna
W. McKennie
S. Dest
Reserves
GOALKEEPERS
M. Turner
E. Horvath
DEFENDERS
D. Yedlin
R. Cannon
C. Richards
A. Long
MIDFIELDERS
K. Acosta
L. De La Torre
ATTACKERS
B. Aaronson
T. Weah
P. Arriola
J. Ferreira
Coach
G. Berhalter
Projected lineup
A. Robinson
Y. Musah
C. Pulisic
M. Robinson
Z. Steffen
R. Pepi
T. Adams
W. Zimmerman
G. Reyna
W. McKennie
S. Dest
Reserves
GOALKEEPERS
M. Turner
E. Horvath
DEFENDERS
D. Yedlin
R. Cannon
C. Richards
A. Long
MIDFIELDERS
K. Acosta
L. De La Torre
ATTACKERS
B. Aaronson
T. Weah
P. Arriola
J. Ferreira
Projected lineup
A. Robinson
Y. Musah
C. Pulisic
M. Robinson
Z. Steffen
R. Pepi
T. Adams
W. Zimmerman
G. Reyna
W. McKennie
Coach
G. Berhalter
48 years old
S. Dest
Reserves
GOALKEEPERS
M. Turner
E. Horvath
DEFENDERS
D. Yedlin
R. Cannon
C. Richards
A. Long
MIDFIELDERS
K. Acosta
L. De La Torre
ATTACKERS
B. Aaronson
T. Weah
P. Arriola
J. Ferreira
When U.S. Coach Gregg Berhalter — a defender on that 2002 World Cup squad — picks his roster for Qatar, he’ll have a wealth of enticing options to choose from. The goalkeeping corps includes Manchester City backup Zack Steffen and incoming Arsenal shot-stopper Matt Turner. Sergiño Dest, an attack-minded right back, roams the flank for Spanish heavyweight Barcelona. Midfielders Tyler Adams (Germany’s RB Leipzig), Weston McKennie (Italy’s Juventus) and Yunas Musah (Spain’s Valencia) also log regular minutes in top European leagues. And Gio Reyna, a crafty 19-year-old playmaker for Germany’s Borussia Dortmund, is healthy again after missing most of qualifying with a hamstring injury.
The star
Christian Pulisic
23 years old, Hershey, Pa
Chelsea FC
National
Team stats
48
games
21
goals
The star
Christian Pulisic
23 years old, Hershey, Pa
Chelsea FC
National
Team stats
48
games
21
goals
9
The star
Christian Pulisic
23 years old, Hershey, Pa
Chelsea FC
National
Team stats
48
21
games
goals
But the U.S. fortunes will largely rest on the shoulders of 23-year-old Christian Pulisic, a menacing attacking threat who signed with Chelsea for a $73 million transfer fee in 2019 — a record for an American — and went on to help the English Premier League side win the 2020-21 UEFA Champions League. After a then-teenage Pulisic tried and failed to carry the United States to the 2018 tournament, the Hershey, Pa., native will finally get his chance to shine on the World Cup stage.
England
England finds itself in the midst of a golden generation, having advanced to the 2018 World Cup semifinals and the European Championship final last summer. For a nation that lifted the 1966 World Cup on home soil but has mostly underachieved since, the Three Lions’ newfound optimism stems from a roster featuring decorated Tottenham striker Harry Kane, dynamic Manchester City winger Raheem Sterling and such promising attackers as Mason Mount, Phil Foden and Jack Grealish.
England
in the World Cup
England won the World Cup it hosted in 1966.
Did not
qualify
Group
stage
Round
of 16
Quarter-
finals
Semi-
finals
Final
Winner
’30
Not a FIFA
member
’34
’38
’50
’54
’58
’62
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England 4,
Germany 2
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England
in the World Cup
England won the World Cup it hosted in 1966.
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qualify
Group
stage
Round
of 16
Quarter-
finals
Semi-
finals
Final
Winner
’30
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member
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’38
’50
’54
’58
’62
’66
’70
’74
England 4,
Germany 2
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’82
’86
’90
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’98
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’18
England
in the World Cup
England won the World Cup it hosted in 1966.
Champion
Final
England 4, Germany 2
Semifinals
Quarterfinals
Round of 16
Group stage
Not a FIFA
member
Did not qualify
’30
’34
’38
’50
’54
’58
’62
’66
’70
’74
’78
’82
’86
’90
’94
’98
’02
’06
’10
’14
’18
Coach
G. Southgate
Projected lineup
L. Shaw
H. Maguire
M. Mount
D. Rice
J. Stones
J. Pickford
K. Phillips
R. Sterling
K. Walker
K. Trippier
Coach
G. Southgate
Projected lineup
L. Shaw
H. Maguire
M. Mount
D. Rice
J. Stones
J. Pickford
K. Phillips
R. Sterling
K. Walker
K. Trippier
Projected lineup
L. Shaw
H. Maguire
M. Mount
D. Rice
J. Stones
J. Pickford
H. Kane
K. Phillips
R. Sterling
K. Walker
Coach
G. Southgate
51 years old
K. Trippier
The star
Harry Kane
28 years old, London, England
Tottenham Hotspur FC
National
Team stats
69
games
49
goals
The star
Harry Kane
28 years old, London, England
Tottenham Hotspur FC
National
Team stats
69
games
49
goals
The star
Harry Kane
28 years old, London, England
Tottenham Hotspur FC
National
Team stats
69
49
games
goals
Iran
Although Iran enjoyed a dominant qualifying campaign in Asia, going 8-1-1 to win a group that included World Cup regular South Korea, the Middle Eastern nation has never gotten out of the first round. If the Iranians want to beat the odds and escape Group B, they’ll need to lean on forward Sardar Azmoun, who was a prolific scorer for Russia’s Zenit Saint Petersburg before moving to Germany’s Bayer Leverkusen this winter.
Iran in
the World Cup
Iran played its first World Cup in 1974, quit in 1982 and was disqualified in 1986.
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qualify
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stage
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of 16
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finals
Semi-
finals
Final
Winner
’30
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member
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’86
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Iran in
the World Cup
Iran played its first World Cup in 1974, quit in 1982 and was disqualified in 1986.
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qualify
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stage
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of 16
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finals
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finals
Final
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’30
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Iran in
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Iran played its first World Cup in 1974, quit in 1982 and was disqualified in 1986.
Champion
Final
Semifinals
Quarterfinals
Round of 16
Group stage
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member
Did not qualify
’30
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’70
’74
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’82
’86
’90
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’98
’02
’06
’10
’14
’18
Coach
D. Skocic
Projected lineup
E. Hajsafi
E. Hajsafi
M. Hosseini
M. Hosseini
A. Beiranvand
S. Azmoun
S. Afagh
M. Pouraliganji
M. Pouraliganji
R. Rezaeian
R. Rezaeian
Coach
D. Skocic
Projected lineup
E. Hajsafi
E. Hajsafi
M. Hosseini
M. Hosseini
A. Beiranvand
S. Azmoun
S. Afagh
M. Pouraliganji
M. Pouraliganji
R. Rezaeian
R. Rezaeian
Projected lineup
E. Hajsafi
E. Hajsafi
M. Hosseini
M. Hosseini
A. Beiranvand
S. Azmoun
S. Afagh
M. Pouraliganji
M. Pouraliganji
Coach
D. Skocic
53 years old
R. Rezaeian
R. Rezaeian
The star
Sardar Azmoun
27 years old, Gonbad-e Kavus, Iran
Bayer Leverkusen
National
Team stats
62
games
40
goals
The star
Sardar Azmoun
27 years old, Gonbad-e Kavus, Iran
Bayer Leverkusen
National
Team stats
62
games
40
goals
The star
Sardar Azmoun
27 years old, Gonbad-e Kavus, Iran
Bayer Leverkusen
National
Team stats
62
40
games
goals
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On Friday, Smalls, 33, stood in front of a phalanx of reporters and television cameras in the red sweatsuit that had been his uniform during the campaign to unionize Amazon’s first warehouse in the United States. The reporters wanted to know how he felt, what demands the new union would make of Amazon, what message he had for the company’s billionaire founder, Jeff Bezos, who also the owns The Washington Post.
“We want to thank Jeff Bezos for going to space,” Smalls said, “because when he was up there, we were signing people up.”
A few seconds later, Smalls turned serious, noting that a leaked email from an Amazon executive in 2020 described him as “not smart or articulate.” They said they wanted to make him the face of the union campaign, saying that workers wouldn’t want to follow his lead and that he would fail. “They called us a bunch of thugs. They tried to spread racist rumors,” he said. “Tried to demonize our character, but it didn’t work.”
Smalls’s appearance in the immediate aftermath of the resounding 2,654-to-2,131 victory — a 523-vote winning margin — drove home a big reason for the success of a campaign that almost all seasoned labor experts and union officials said would fail. The workers saw Smalls and his small band of volunteer organizers as authentic. Smalls, blunt, unorthodox and sporting a grille of gold teeth, was one of them.
Almost all the workers who came out to celebrate the victory complained of the harsh conditions at the Amazon facility: the low wages, the lack of job security, the absence of sufficient air conditioning in the summer, the constant monitoring of their productivity and the short breaks. But the union’s main draw, the workers said, was that it was founded and run by people like them who often spent their afternoons and evenings with Smalls in his tent across from the warehouse.
“After I would finish my shifts, I’d be so hungry, they would give out food and doughnuts,” said Tristan Dutchin, 27. “They were really down to earth. I was going through some crazy treatment inside of Amazon … they go through the same excruciating treatment.”
Dutchin came to hear the vote count with Karen Ponce, 26, another worker and union supporter who commuted two hours each day with him from Brooklyn to the Staten Island facility. Ponce said she didn’t initially support the union because she was afraid she might get fired, but was motivated to join after her sister was dismissed from the company for an unexcused absence and Ponce was given disciplinary write-ups for taking too many bathroom breaks and for not working quickly enough.
“They wrote me up for not keeping up their exploitive pace,” she said.
In a statement Friday, Amazon said that it may file objections to the outcome and that it was disappointed in the results “because we believe having a direct relationship with the company is best for our employees.”
Previously, the company has said it fired Smalls for violating coronavirus protocols. And the company has defended its safety record, particularly during the pandemic.
As Smalls and the Staten Island workers were celebrating their success on Friday, a larger, better-funded effort to organize a union at an Amazon warehouse in Bessemer, Ala., was failing for the second time.
The Alabama union effort employed scores of paid outside organizers who didn’t work for the company and didn’t always understand the workers’ struggles, said Derrick Palmer, who had been with Smalls since the earliest days of the effort. The Staten Island effort relied on only 24 volunteer-worker organizers, all of whom were Amazon employees.
“This proves our method is a better method,” Palmer said. “You got to be on the inside. You got to understand these workers all the way.”
Within an hour of the victory, most of the reporters who had come out to document the union victory had left. Smalls, Palmer and a few Amazon employees stood in the cold outside the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) office where the votes were cast.
Palmer checked the GoFundMe that they had been using to run the union campaign. It was up to $54,818, about $20,000 more than the day prior. “Someone just donated $5,000,” he said.
The donor, Hasan Piker, was a well-known Twitch streamer, YouTuber and political commentator who hailed from New Jersey just like Smalls and Palmer. But Palmer said he had never heard of him. “I’m going to have to look him up,” he said.
A few feet away, Smalls was fielding congratulatory phone calls on the surprise win.
“We made history,” Palmer said. “This is one of the proudest moments of my life.”
After the victory, Amazon’s lawyers, who were watching the vote count, reached out to shake his and Smalls’s hands, a move that Palmer said took him by surprise.
Soon he and Smalls and their still-fledgling and underfunded union, which was borrowing office space from a local branch of the Unite Here union, would be negotiating a new contract with them on behalf of thousands of fellow workers who wanted better pay, a more forgiving sick leave policy and a less oppressive system for monitoring their work.
“There’s got to be some pressure,” Palmer said of his feelings. “But our confidence is going to push us through.” The area outside the NLRB building was now cold and mostly empty. Palmer was scheduled to be at work the next day at 7:15 a.m. but was planning to take a vacation day.
He needed some time to process the win. And he wanted to celebrate.
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STURGIS — A familiar face at Sturgis Brown High School will take on a new role at the school in the coming year.
Coleen Keffeler has been hired as the new assistant principal at SBHS and will begin her duties in July. Keffeler currently oversees career planning, culinary arts and youth internship curriculum at the school.
The 37-year veteran educator said she is ready for the challenge.
Keffeler has had her administration degree since 2007.
“A couple of different times I have thought about applying, but it just didn’t feel right in my heart. This time I went, ‘I think I could do that,’” she said.
She applied for the job, interviewed, asked questions of district staff, prayed, and felt that the assistant principal job was a good fit.
“I’m sad to be leaving the kids, but they’ve all been extremely supportive. I feel like I can do more as the assistant principal to help all of the kids at the high school,” she said.
Some with as much experience as Keffeler may just coast to retirement, but she says that’s not for her.
“If you’re coasting, you’re going backwards. I never wanted to be one of those teachers that the comment was, ‘Sheesh! When is she ever going to retire?’” she said.
Keffeler, a 1980 graduate of Wall High School, prides herself on embracing change and updating her teaching curriculum and methods.
Today’s high school students need to know you care and want someone who is consistent, firm and holds them to expectations, Keffeler said.
“They need someone who will listen whether it’s a question about an assignment or they want to tell you about what they did over the weekend or things going on in their life. They need that,” she said.
She said she looks forward to working with SBHS Principal Pete Wilson and SBHS Assistant Principal Joe Williams.
“Mrs. Keffeler brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the school. Her willingness to want to move up to the administrative level seemed like a good fit for us,” Wilson said.
Wilson and Williams came before the Meade School Board in February to talk about the need for an additional administrator at the high school.
Wilson told the board that when he started as the high school principal in the Meade School District the SBHS enrollment was about 675 students. This year, the high school enrollment is approaching 850.
Both Wilson and Williams said they struggle to keep on top of all the tasks that is required of their jobs including being disciplinarians, administrators and mentors to teachers.
“One of our jobs that has been overlooked is helping teachers because we have been so busy. We feel one more person will be beneficial to help us grow teachers and grow the school. And, she’s great with the students,” he said.
Meade School District Superintendent Don Kirkegaard said during the board meeting in February that one of the things he didn’t want to happen was to have the new person take the sole job of being the disciplinarian.
“We’re going to sit down and look at everything that needs to be done and we are going to figure out where everything fits and who is going to do what. Had it been a strictly disciplinary job, I would never have applied. I want to be able to work with all types of students,” Keffeler said.
Keffeler did her student teaching at SBHS in the spring of 1985. She taught school East River for five years and then came back to SBHS in the fall of 1990.
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A federal judge in New York has dismissed a lawsuit alleging Kellogg's mispresented the amount of fruit in its strawberry Pop-Tarts, saying that the plaintiff failed to provide enough evidence to prove that the Pop-Tarts box is misleading.
The lawsuit was originally filed in September 2020 by Kelvin Brown, who said the box of strawberry Pop-Tarts is "misleading because the label gives consumers the impression the fruit filling only contains strawberries as its fruit ingredient."
The filling in the Pop-Tarts at the heart of the case also include pears and apples.
In his ruling Thursday, U.S. District Judge Andrew Carter said the photo of the strawberry on the Pop-Tarts box must be viewed in context.
"No reasonable consumer would see the entire product label, reading the words 'Frosted Strawberry Pop-Tarts' next to a picture of a toaster pastry coated in frosting, and reasonably expect that fresh strawberries would be the sole ingredient in the Product," Carter wrote.
The number of lawsuits against food and beverage companies has spiked in recent years, going up more than 1,000% since 2008. The rise is in large part due to one person, New York attorney Spencer Sheehan, who has filed more than 400 lawsuits targeting companies that he says are misleading consumers with advertising and packaging that don't hold up to scrutiny.
Sheehan represented Brown in this case against Pop-Tarts, as well.
"I guess I've always been the type who would become annoyed [and] never liked it when companies cheated people for small amounts it would be difficult to recoup," Sheehan told NPR in October.
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WHEELING, W. Va. (WTRF)
St. Matthews Episcopal Church is presenting A Concert For Ukraine Tuesday evening.
Their choir and organist will be joined by many other notable musicians.
The music will range from musical theater to contemporary classical.
The Voice of Spirit Choir from Duquesne University will perform, along with tenor soloist Edward Washington.
There will be a cantata, a violin soloist, and poems and prayers.
Then they will all join in the Ukrainian National Anthem.
“Learning that anthem, which is a very stirring piece of music, the first line is ‘Ukraine has not yet perished,’ “ said Robert Troeger, St. Matthews’ organist. “And so it is a call to humanity and a call to solidarity, and we’ve all joined with that. And it has been a bit of a challenge because it is in Ukrainian and the Ukrainians use the Cyrillic alphabet.”
The singers are learning it by transliteration—transferring each word from one alphabet to another.
Here’s how you can support Ukraine.
Donations will go to the Episcopal Relief and Development.
And they say every penny will go to help the Ukrainian people.
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GAINESVILLE, Fla. (AP) — New Florida coach Todd Golden rounded out his staff Friday by hiring UNLV assistant Carlin Hartman.
Hartman joins Mississippi State’s Korey McCray and Richmond’s Kevin Hovde on Florida's bench, helping form a staff Golden called “a grand slam.”
“The two most important parts of a program to ensure its success are making sure you have a great staff and making sure you have the right student-athletes on board,” Golden told The Associated Press. “It’s not super complicated. Knock on wood, I feel like I kind of hit a grand slam with this staff. It came together really, really well. I have a great blend of guys I know and trust as well as guys that are super talented and regionally make sense.
“I couldn’t feel any better about the staff.”
Golden lost one player on his roster Friday when forward Anthony Duruji announced plans to hire an agent and enter the NBA draft. Duruji averaged 8.6 points and 4.1 rebounds as a senior this season. He could have returned for one more year because of NCAA rules related to anyone who played amid COVID-19 shutdowns.
Golden and his staff are hoping to persuade big man Colin Castleton, the team's leading scorer and rebounder, to stick around for another season.
“We're going to have to sort it out, and it's going to take a little bit, and that's fine,” Golden said.
Golden at least has his staff in place to help navigate the process, and two of them are staying with him at a house they rented just down the street from the basketball facility.
Golden hired Jonathan Safir as the team’s director of basketball strategy and analytics, bringing Safir with him from San Francisco. In 2020, Safir co-authored a study with Ken Pomeroy that serves as a guide to fouling when leading or tied. Golden called Safir a “rising star” in college basketball.
Golden, Safir and Hovde are sharing a place until Golden's family makes the move from California to Gainesville.
Golden still plans to hire a director of player development and a strength coach. But the core of his staff is complete.
Hartman brings 22 years of college experience, including five seasons at Oklahoma under Lon Kruger before coaching at UNLV this past season. Hartman and Golden spent two seasons together at Columbia (2012-14). Hartman also spent time at Rice, James Madison, Centenary, Richmond, Louisiana and McNeese State.
McCray is a Southeastern Conference coaching veteran, having spent a combined 12 years at Mississippi State and LSU. He spent the last seven seasons alongside Ben Howland at Mississippi State. He also spent two seasons with Howland at UCLA. His other stops include Florida State, Mercer and Chipola Junior College.
Hovde most recently helped Richmond to the second round of the NCAA Tournament following an Atlantic 10 Tournament championship. Hovde has worked seven seasons alongside Golden, including two as associate head coach at San Francisco.
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Jim Carrey is planning to retire.
The actor feels he has "done enough" with his career and is ready to lead a "quiet life" out of the spotlight, though he admitted being offered a "really important" project could change his mind.
Asked about Dolly Parton's recent comments that she'd love Jim to play her music partner Porter Wagoner in her biopic, the 60-year-old star told "Access Hollywood": "Well, I'm retiring. Yeah, probably. I'm being fairly serious.
"It depends, if the angels bring some sort of script that's written in gold ink that says to me that it's going to be really important for people to see, I might continue down the road but I'm taking a break.
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Advertise with NZME."I really like my quiet life and I really like putting paint on canvas and I really love my spiritual life and I feel like, and this is something you might never hear another celebrity say as long as time exists – I have enough. I've done enough. I am enough."
But the Dumb and Dumber star admitted that, should the singer contact him about the project, he would "always speak to Dolly".
Carrey recently branded the Hollywood community "spineless" as he blasted the standing ovation Will Smith received when he won Best Actor at the Oscars, less than an hour after he'd slapped Chris Rock over a joke he made about his wife Jada Pinkett Smith.
Carrey said, "I was sickened. I was sickened by the standing ovation. Hollywood is just spineless en masse and it really felt like this is a really clear indication that we aren't the cool club any more.
"I'd have announced this morning that I was suing Will for $200 million because that video is going to be there forever, it's going to be ubiquitous. That insult is gonna last a very long time. If you want to yell from the audience and show disapproval or say something on Twitter [that's fine]. But you do not have the right to walk up onstage and smack somebody in the face because they said words."
However, the actor insisted he had "nothing against" Smith.
He added: "[The slap] came out of nowhere because Will has something going on inside him that's frustrated. I wish him the best. I have nothing against Will Smith. He's done great things, but that was not a good moment. It cast a shadow over everyone's shining moment last night…It was a selfish moment.."
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LINCOLN, Neb. (AP) — A Florida man was sentenced Friday to 90 days of house arrest and two years of probation for a crash that killed a Nebraska man and his 7-year-old son last year.
Yorkwind Crawford, 50, of North Miami Beach, Florida, was sentenced for two misdemeanor charges for the crash that killed Creighton University assistant professor Mark Kaipust, 41, and his son, Taylor, the Omaha World-Herald reported.
Investigators said Crawford was driving a semi-trailer truck on Sept. 4 when he plowed into a line of vehicles that had slowed on Interstate 80 in Lincoln as fans exited to attend a Nebraska football game.
Five other people were injured in crashes that involved eight vehicles.
Crawford pleaded guilty in February to two counts of misdemeanor motor vehicle homicide.
He was originally charged with two felonies but the charges were reduced when the Lancaster County prosecutor said he couldn't prove underlying factors required for felony convictions.
Prosecutors said Crawford was not speeding, wasn't using his phone and wasn't under the influence of any substance before the crash. They said he was briefly distracted and didn't realize the line of vehicles had slowed down.
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Rada at first reading backs 50% increase in some taxes for intl companies refused to leave Russian market – MP
The Verkhovna Rada adopted at a first reading bill No. 7232, which provides for the application of a coefficient of 1.5 to the rates of corporate income tax, environmental tax, royalty and property tax for companies that refuse to leave the Russian market.
A total of 309 MPs backed the bill at the first reading on Friday, with the required 226 votes, Deputy Head of the Committee on Finance, Tax and Customs Policy Yaroslav Zhelezniak said on his Telegram channel.
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Lebanon police killing: 'A terribly sad day for all of us,' as a town loses its innocence
Coverage: Videos: The latest on the Lebanon County police shooting
On Dec. 7, 1878, a man named Joe Raber – Old Joe, they called him – drowned in the Indiantown Creek in northern Lebanon County.
His death, at first, was thought to be an accident, officials thought he had suffered a bout of vertigo while crossing the creek on a board and fell in. It wasn’t too far-fetched. Old Joe was known to drink more than his fair share during his daily visits to the tavern in the Cold Spring Hotel.
It turned out it wasn’t quite true. What really happened, as was discovered two months later, was that a group of six men, Civil War veterans who coincidentally all had blue eyes, had purchased a $1,000 insurance policy on Old Joe’s life and then drowned him in the creek. It was a scam that the six men plied a number of times. The men, dubbed The Blue-Eyed Six, were eventually convicted and five of them were hanged for their crimes, only one escaping the hangman’s noose.
It is the most notorious crime in Lebanon County history.
Or had been until Thursday, March 31, 2022.
'Lebanon just doesn't make the news'
On that afternoon, four Lebanon City police officers responded to a domestic violence call in the 1100 block of Forest Street in the city’s north end.
Travis Joseph Shaud, a 34-year-old man with a history of mental health issues and violence, had broken into the house, occupied by family members, and police were called.
When police tried entering the house, according to the Lebanon County District Attorney’s office, Shaud opened fire. The officers returned fire. But it was too late.
Two officers were wounded. A third, Lt. William Lebo, a 40-year veteran with the department, a month from retirement, was killed.
The violence has shocked this closely knit, blue-collar town of 25,747 in the hills of central Pennsylvania – a town known more for its bologna than violence.
Bruce Bomberger, the archivist and librarian at the county historical society, said he was struck when TV news reporters from nearby cities felt compelled to describe Lebanon and its population.
“Lebanon just doesn’t make the news,” he said. “Lebanon, for its size, is relatively free from that kind of violence - other cities, like York, Lancaster and Reading, but not Lebanon.”
'A terrible tragedy'
The Lebanon Farmer’s Market, near the center of town at the intersection of Ninth and Cumberland, the main routes in town, was bustling on Friday. But it also seemed kind of somber and quiet.
“It’s a terrible tragedy,” said Wayne Carey, proprietor of Candy Rama, a large stand selling all varieties of dentist-disapproved sweets.
Lebo frequented the market and was a longtime regular customer at Candy Rama. Carey couldn’t for the life of him recall what his favorite candy was. He did remember that Lebo was “a good guy.”
A lot of people knew Lebo. Carey said, “We’re a city, but we’re small enough to know a lot of people.”
And while one of the first things people say when asked to describe Lebanon is “quiet,” it has seen an uptick in violent crime of late. There have been two homicides in the city, and another just over the city line, since the beginning of the year - including a drive-by shooting of a 13-year-old boy. There were only three homicides in Lebanon in all of 2021.
“Crime’s going up and up more,” said Dee Sanders, who owns the Diva’s Have to Eat food stand in the market. “I don’t think this town has ever had this happen before.”
Sanders has lived in Lebanon for 18 years, moving to town from New York City “to get away from this kind of stuff.”
Just the third cop killed in the city's history
Lebo is just the third Lebanon City police officer to be killed in the line of duty in the town’s history, the last occurring in 1903.
On March 28, 1890, according to the Officer Down Memorial Page, a man named Andrew Shirk got drunk in a downtown bar and took a shot at the bartender. When Police Chief Aaron McCord apprehended him at the corner of Eighth and Cumberland streets, Shirk fired a single shot into McCord’s right temple. Shirk was later captured in a nearby town and served 12 years in prison after being convicted of second-degree murder.
On Feb. 14, 1903, a man named David Shaud killed a woman who had testified against him in a burglary trial, and when police tried to arrest him, “a desperate struggle” ensued, according to news reports from the time. The struggle ended in the death of Officer Cyrus Shaeffer, a 38-year-old three-year veteran of the department.
“I just hope people understand and respect the police after this,” said John Draude, who had a faded sign in the window of his model railroad shop proclaiming “We Support Our Lebanon Police Department.” “They’re doing a hard job.”
Who kills a police officer?
Lebo’s murder, and the three other recent homicides, has shattered the town’s belief that it is not the kind of place where this kind of thing happens. More than one person expressed disbelief – who kills a police officer?
Amanda Hamilton, whose family owns Gus Deraco’s Italian Sandwiches on Cumberland Street, lamented that. The shop – which has been in existence since 1950 when Gus Deraco delivered hoagies with his 1934 Studebaker hearse (“Hoagies to die for,” he advertised) – counts a lot of police officers among its customers. She may not know all of their names, but, as she said, “I’ll be walking in Walmart and see someone and say, “Hi, small cheesesteak, no onions.”
She’s concerned about gun violence. “It shouldn’t be so easy for anybody to get a gun,” she said. “It’s scary raising a child in this day and age.”
The police 'are very close to the community'
This is what kind of town Lebanon is: Beth Keller, who owns Keller Insurance with her husband Les, said, “I’ve lived here 40 years and I’m not considered a local. It’s one of those things.” She said, “Lebanon’s about 20 years behind the times. People still pay bills in cash here.”
Lt. Lebo’s death was shocking to her. She and her husband are acquainted with a lot of the police officers, Les from working with them on service group projects. “Raising money for a drug dog, that kind of thing,” Les said. Usually, when there’s gun violence, his wife said, “it’s kids against each other.”
“I don’t know if any of those police officers ever fired their weapons in a case like this,” Beth, a 20-year veteran of the Army National Guard, said. “It’s shocking to a lot of people ,and I’ve seen some things.”
The city’s police officers did things like read to kids at the library, Les said. They are community minded, he said, and police the town in that manner, he said. “The police department is very close to the community.”
Les, who grew up in the county and has lived here all of his 77 years, said, “We never had too many problems until the last 20 years or so, like a lot of cities.”
'A terribly sad day'
Wayne Carey, the candy stand operator, echoed what Les said.
He said the police would rather teach you how to avoid getting a ticket than give you a ticket. That’s how they are, he said. “We’re very blessed to have the police department we have,” he said.
Lebo’s death will “pull us together and we’ll come out of this stronger.”
But, for now, he said, “It’s a terribly sad day for all of us.”
Columnist/reporter Mike Argento has been a York Daily Record staffer since 1982. Reach him at mike@ydr.com.
This article originally appeared on York Daily Record: Lebanon police killing: A town faces the somber reality of gun violence
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Mohammad Hassan Khalil, Michigan State University
Editor’s note: Mohammad Hassan Khalil, professor of religious studies and director of the Muslim Studies Program at Michigan State University, answers six questions about the significance of the Muslim month of fasting.
1. Why is Ramadan called Ramadan?
Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar, and lasts either 29 or 30 days, depending on when the new crescent moon is, or should be, visible.
The Arabic term Ramadan connotes intense heat. It seems that in pre-Islamic Arabia, Ramadan was the name of a scorching hot summer month. In the Islamic calendar, however, the timing of Ramadan varies from year to year. This year Ramadan begins in the evening of either April 1 or 2. An Islamic year is roughly 11 days shorter than a Gregorian year.
2. What is the significance of Ramadan?
Ramadan is a period of fasting and spiritual growth, and is one of the five “pillars of Islam.” The others being the declaration of faith, daily prayer, alms-giving, and the pilgrimage to Mecca. Able-bodied Muslims are expected to abstain from eating, drinking and sexual relations from dawn to sunset each day of the month. Many practicing Muslims also perform additional prayers, especially at night, and attempt to recite the entire Qur’an. The prevailing belief among Muslims is that it was in the final 10 nights of Ramadan that the Qur’an was first revealed to the Prophet Muhammad.
3. What is the connection between soul and body that the observance of Ramadan seeks to explain?
The Qur’an states that fasting was prescribed for believers so that they may be conscious of God. By abstaining from things that people tend to take for granted (such as water), it is believed, one may be moved to reflect on the purpose of life and grow closer to the creator and sustainer of all existence. As such, engaging in wrongdoing effectively undermines the fast. Many Muslims also maintain that fasting allows them to get a feeling of poverty, and this may foster feelings of empathy.
4. Can Muslims skip fasting under certain conditions? If so, do they make up missed days?
All those who are physically limited (for example, because of an illness or old age) are exempt from the obligation to fast; the same is true for anyone who is traveling. Those who are able to do so are expected to make up the missed days at a later time. One could potentially make up all of the missed days in the month immediately following Ramadan, the month of Shawwal. Those unable to fast at all (if they are financially able) are expected to provide meals to the needy as an alternative course of action.
5. What is the significance of 29 or 30 days of fasting?
By fasting over an extended period of time, practicing Muslims aim to foster certain attitudes and values that they would be able to cultivate over the course of an entire year. Ramadan is often likened to a spiritual training camp.
Besides experiencing feelings of hunger and thirst, believers often have to deal with fatigue because of late-night prayers and predawn meals. This is especially true during the final 10 nights of the month. In addition to being the period in which the Qur’an was believed to have been first revealed, this is a time when divine rewards are believed to be multiplied. Many Muslims will offer additional prayers during this period.
6. Do Muslims celebrate the completion of Ramadan?
The end of Ramadan marks the beginning of one of two major Islamic holidays Eid al-Fitr, the “festival of the breaking of the fast.” On this day, many Muslims attend a religious service, visit relatives and friends, and exchange gifts.
This is an updated version of an article originally published on May 22, 2017
Mohammad Hassan Khalil, Professor of Religious Studies and Director of the Muslim Studies Program, Michigan State University
This article is republished from The Conversation under a Creative Commons license. Read the original article.
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NEW YORK (AP) — Stock indexes ended a bumpy day higher on Wall Street Friday while Treasury yields soared, after a healthy report on the U.S. job market strengthened expectations for coming interest rate hikes. The S&P 500 rose 0.3% after wavering between small gains and losses earlier. The index posted a tiny weekly gain, its third in a row. The two-year Treasury yield approached its highest level in more than three years after a report showed the labor market remained strong in February. It again topped the 10-year yield, an unusual even that’s historically been an ominous sign for the economy.
THIS IS A BREAKING NEWS UPDATE. AP’s earlier story follows below.
NEW YORK (AP) — Stock indexes edged higher on Wall Street in afternoon trading Friday while Treasury yields soar, after a healthy report on the U.S. job market strengthened expectations for coming interest rate hikes.
The S&P 500 was up 0.2% after wavering between small gains and losses. The benchmark index is on track for a weekly loss following two weeks gains amid lingering concerns about high inflation, higher interest rates from the Federal Reserve and the economic effects of the war in Ukraine.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average bounced back from an early slide and was up 116 points, or 0.3%, at 34,794, as of 2:31 p.m. Eastern time, and the Nasdaq composite was up 0.1%.
The sharpest action was again in the bond market, where the yield on the two-year Treasury approached its highest level in more than three years.
Yields jumped after a U.S. government report showed employers added 431,000 jobs last month. That was slightly below economists’ expectations for 477,500, but the report also revised earlier months’ data to reflect more strength. It showed raises for workers accelerated last month but at a slower pace than overall inflation, while the unemployment rate improved to 3.6% from 3.7%.
“This was a solid report,” said Brian Jacobsen, senior investment strategist at Allspring Global Investments.
“You can see the worries about COVID fading. Fewer people are working remotely. Fewer people are saying they can’t work due to the pandemic.”
A separate report showed that U.S. manufacturing is continuing to grow, though at a slower rate than in February.
A strong jobs market and economy give the Federal Reserve more leeway to raise interest rates sharply in order to beat down the high inflation that’s sweeping the country. The Fed has already raised its key overnight rate once, the first such increase since 2018. Following Friday’s jobs report, traders increased bets that the Fed will raise rates at its next meeting by double the usual amount.
Such expectations drive shorter-term Treasury yields in particular, and the two-year yield leaped to 2.43% from 2.28% late Thursday.
The two-year yield again rose slightly above the 10-year yield, which was also climbing but not as quickly. The 10-year yield rose to 2.38% from 2.33%. On Tuesday, the two-year yield briefly topped the 10-year yield for the first time since 2019, a potentially ominous sign.
Such a flip of the usual relationship between two- and 10-year yields has preceded many recessions in the past, though it hasn’t been a perfect predictor. Some market watchers caution the signal may be less accurate this time, because of distortions in yields caused by extraordinary measures by the Federal Reserve and other central banks to keep interest rates low.
Shares of GameStop initially rose sharply after it said it plans to split its stock, pending approval from shareholders for an increase in the number of its authorized shares. Such splits can bring down the price of a share of stock, potentially putting it in reach of more smaller-pocketed investors. The stock was down 2.6% in afternoon trading.
GameStop’s stock has more than doubled since sitting at $78.11 in mid-March. But it’s still well below the $483 peak reached in early 2021 amid the “meme stock” craze. Then, bands of smaller-pocketed investors joined together to pump prices to levels seen as irrational by many professional investors.
Other meme stocks have also shown renewed strength in recent weeks, though AMC Entertainment fell 8% Friday.
In overseas markets, European stocks were modestly higher despite a report showing consumer prices in the 19 countries that use the euro currency rose by an annual rate of 7.5% in March, the fifth straight monthly record.
France’s CAC 40 rose 0.4%, Germany’s DAX returned 0.2% and the FTSE 100 in London added 0.3%.
Oil and gas prices had already been rising because of increasing demand from economies recovering from the depths of the COVID-19 pandemic. They jumped higher after Russia, a major oil and gas producer, invaded Ukraine, on fears that sanctions and export restrictions could crimp supplies.
Crude prices slipped modestly on Friday, with a barrel of U.S. oil dipping 1% to settle at $99.27. Early last month, when disruptions to crude supplies were at their height, it briefly touched $130.
Brent crude, the international standard, fell 6% to settle at $104.71 per barrel.
In Asia, stocks were mixed.
The Nikkei 225 fell 0.6% after the Bank of Japan’s closely watched quarterly gauge of business sector sentiment, the “tankan,” showed the benchmark indicator for large manufacturers dropped for the first time in seven quarters.
South Korea’s Kospi fell 0.6%, while stocks in Shanghai rose 0.9%.
Rising COVID-19 cases in China are adding to the worries of a regional slowdown. The lockdown in Shanghai entered its second phase of extended restrictions, while restrictions were lifted in hard-hit Jilin.
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AP Business Writer Yuri Kageyama contributed. Veiga reported from Los Angeles.
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WASHINGTON (NEXSTAR) — The U.S. Department of Justice is charging 12 people in a conspiracy to traffic about 90 illegal guns between Illinois and Tennessee, including guns tied to a deadly shooting near a birthday party in Chicago in March 2021.
The announcement of the case came as U.S. Attorney General Merrick Garland vowed to do more to crack down on gun crime.
“There is no hiding place for those who flood our communities with illegal guns,” Garland said at a Friday press conference.
Chicago Police Department First Deputy Superintendent Eric Carter was among a slate of law enforcement officials who joined forced to track down the gang accused of moving the guns.
“It is proof that working together, we can make a difference,” Carter said.
Garland says with more resources, authorities could make more similar arrests.
“Gun deaths in our country occur at a staggering pace,” he said. “If we are going to put an end to the enduring tragedy of gun violence … we are going to need more resources to do it.”
President Joe Biden’s new budget plan includes $1.7 billion for the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives.
“Having more ATF agents is very high on our list, having more US assistant attorneys, very high on our list,” Garland said.
He is also asking Congress for $3 billion in local grant funding to help cities like Chicago.
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Rocket Mortgage-branded foul poles, a 2021 Corvette and the Notorious P.I.G. sandwich were among the new food and brand activations unveiled at Comerica Park on Friday.
Ahead of the Detroit Tigers' Opening Day on April 8, which officials say is nearing an expected sellout, the team teased a new food menu, gate giveaways and new investments at the ballpark.
The most notable change on the concourse will be the Chevrolet Pavilion under the scoreboard in centerfield, which had been a standing room area in previous seasons. Construction workers were on site Friday building out the new bar and activation, which will feature a new Chevy Bolt EUV on display, and be ready in time for Opening Day. Detroit-based Atwater Brewery will also have new branding at the pavilion.
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Washington Post journalist Taylor Lorenz sobbed during an MSNBC interview released Friday while explaining how she has “severe PTSD” from tweets directed at her.
“This is after I did a report on the increase in number of white supremacists running for office,” MSNBC reporter Morgan Radford said while discussing how women experience online harassment. “‘Condescending journalist, C-word, deserves a rope.’ Obviously, I am a person of color. Obviously, there’s a reference to a noose. Are you getting messages like these?”
“Yep. ‘Hey, nice job on that story, you soulless effing [bleep].’ Then also you’ll see, there’s these – there’s many people that are tweeting, you know, here’s – these are Taylor Lorenz’s loved ones. They have photos,” Lorenz said.
“Wow, these are all photos of your family members,” the MSNBC reporter replied. (RELATED: Man Trolls MSNBC Reporter (And Everyone Watching) With A ‘Let’s Go Brandon’ Flag)
“They’ll threaten children, they’ll threaten my parents,” Lorenz said. “I’ve had to remove every single social tie, I have severe PTSD from this. I’ve contemplated suicide, it got really bad.”
Lorenz then began to sob.
“You feel like any little piece of information that gets out on you will be used by the worst people on the internet to destroy your life and it’s so isolating,” Lorenz said.
Lorenz then was unable to continue speaking, apologizing for her sobs before explaining “it’s really hard.”
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Lorenz made similar statements last year about online harassment, noting how women endure a slew of online harassment, including herself. Daily Caller co-founder and Fox News host Tucker Carlson criticized Lorenz last year for a tweet in which she claimed online harassment caused deep “trauma” and “destroyed” her life.
“You’d think Taylor Lorenz would be grateful for the remarkable good luck that she’s had, but no she’s not,” Carlson said a the time.
The New York Times then released a statement calling Carlson’s comments a “calculated and cruel tactic, which [Tucker Carlson] regularly deploys to unleash a wave of harassment and vitriol at his intended target.”
Carlson fired back, saying that, if Lorenz were physically attacked, then of course that violence would be immediately condemned.
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An Afghan-American naval reservist and his brother were released from Taliban custody on Friday, after the siblings had been detained since mid-December, according to a CNN report.
The Biden administration secured the transfer of Safiullah Rauf, 27, and his brother Anees Khalil, to safe harbor in Qatar after months of talks with the Taliban. Rauf had reportedly been doing humanitarian work in Afghanistan, prior to being detained.
"We can confirm that Safiullah Rauf and Anees Khalil, a U.S. citizen and a lawful permanent resident, respectively, have been released after being unjustly detained in Afghanistan. They are now in Qatar before traveling home," said State Department spokesman Ned Price.
In a public statement, Rauf — who had reportedly deferred medical school enrollment to join up with the Human First Coalition (HFC), in the wake of the U.S. military's Afghanistan evacuation last August — expressed his appreciation for being released, while also acknowledging the work that still needs to be done in Afghanistan.
"Anees and I wish to thank everyone who worked tirelessly to secure our release, as well as everyone who has supported the humanitarian efforts of our organization Human First Coalition," said Rauf. "At this time, we are looking forward to reuniting with our family and loved ones, and ultimately, I hope we can continue to advocate for and seek ways to serve the Afghan people in this critical time of need in Afghanistan."
Human First Coalition's primary mission focuses on providing safety and resources to the people left behind in Afghanistan, who are now living under Taliban rule.
Back in October, HFC spokesman Alex Plitsas told the Washington Examiner they communicate with the Taliban "when there's a need to engage with them," while adding, "they've been extremely cooperative" to date.
"We are grateful for the efforts of all those who worked to secure their release, but more work remains," said Price. "Unjustly holding Americans captive is always unacceptable, and we will not stop until every American who is being unjustly held against their will is able to hug their families once again."
Regarding other Taliban detainees, The New Yorker reported of a hostage video featuring American naval veteran Mark Frerichs, who was kidnapped back in 2020. It remains unclear whether Frerichs is still alive, since the reported date of the video went back to Nov. 28, 2021.
"Release me, so that I may be reunited with my family," Frerichs said. "Thank you."
Frerichs' sister, Charlene Cakora, confirmed to The New Yorker that her brother Mark was indeed featured in the video. "Public confirmation of our family's long-held belief that he is alive after more than two years in captivity."
Cakora added: "The Taliban has been trying to trade my brother for someone in U.S. custody for over a year, and the White House has never given them a reply. Sending U.S. officials to Kabul as they did today did nothing to move the ball forward on Mark's safe return."
Recently, President Joe Biden met with the parents of Trevor Reed, a 30-year-old American and former U.S. Marine, who has been detained in Russia for nearly three years.
WNBA star Brittney Griner also remains detained in Russia, after being stopped at a checkpoint when entering the country.
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The Carroll County Board of Commissioners conducted their monthly work session to discuss financials, MS4 program and agenda items for the next regular meeting.
The work session was led by Chairman Michelle Morgan with Commissioners Montrel McClendon, Tommy Lee, and George Chambers absent.
Financial Director Alecia Searcy presented a recap of the Carroll County finances for the eight months of the fiscal year ending Feb. 28, 2022. The county general fund received $4,487,139 in revenue for the month of February.
The expenditures for February were a total of $4,280,795 leaving an excess of $206,344 of revenues over expenditures. The year to date revenue was brought to $54,608,242 and the expenditures were brought up to $37,123,513. This reflects an excess of $17,484,729.
County Engineer Brian Kent gave a presentation about the Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) program. The National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit will expire in December 2022. The county will be required to renew the permit and Stormwater Management Plan (SWMP) for the next five years.
The expected reissue of this permit is June 2022. The purpose of Kent’s presentation was for the purpose of public education and to educate the officials on the MS4 system.
Chairman Morgan reviewed and allowed discussion of the items for the consent agenda for the next Commissioners meeting.
The item referencing the ARPA agreement for the North Carroll County Water Project was removed from the agenda. According to Morgan, during the commissioners' planning retreat, it was determined that the agreement needed “a little more tweaking.” This item is expected to be on the agenda for the May meeting instead.
An additional item was added to the agenda to propose the purchase of a loader for the solid waste department. An item was also added to the business section of the meeting for nine positions to be funded by ARPA for Chief Superior Court Judge John Simpson.
The board will consider the purchase of emergency lighting, sirens and required reflective lettering for three Ford-150 response vehicles for the Fire Rescue Department.
The vehicles were ordered for the chief of the department and two replacements for Battalion one and two. Vehicles purchased through public works or state bid do not come equipped with emergency lighting or siren packages.
Fire Chief Chuck Barnell proposed that Metropolitan Communications, Carrollton, be used to purchase and install emergency lights and sirens at the cost of $8,897 per vehicle for the total of $26,691 for three vehicles.
Adding the reflective striping and lettering would cost $450 per vehicle for a total of $1,350 for all three vehicles and bringing the project total to $28,041.
As of March 22, there was a price increase in some of the equipment needed in each package. Each had an increase of $249 bringing the total finances needed to mark the vehicles to $28,788.
Commissioner Clint Chance presented information about Fairfield Plantation Fire Rescue to consider the purchase of six portable fire rescue portable radios and attachments with a five year warranty in the amount of $29,850.15.
The donation of the equipment to the Fairfield Fire Department to be used in accordance with the mutual aid agreement, with a condition that the equipment revert back to the county if it no longer be used for the intended purposes.
The next meeting referred to as a special called meeting due to the date change will be held April 12 at 6 p.m.
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LOS ANGELES • Los Angeles police were on site and ready to arrest actor Will Smith at the Academy Awards on Sunday for slapping presenter Chris Rock, the producer of the Hollywood ceremony said on Thursday.
The authorities did take not any action because Rock declined to press charges, producer Will Packer said, echoing what a police spokesman said on Sunday.
"They were saying, you know, this is battery, was a word they used in that moment," Mr Packer said in excerpts from an interview that aired on ABC's Good Morning America yesterday.
"They said, we will go get him. We are prepared. We're prepared to get him right now," he added.
During the live Oscars telecast, Smith, 53, strode up to the stage after Rock, 57, made a joke about the appearance of Smith's wife, then smacked the comedian's face.
Less than an hour later, Smith gave a tearful speech on stage as he accepted the Best Actor trophy for his role in King Richard, in which he plays the father of tennis legends Venus and Serena Williams.
Behind the scenes, the police were discussing options with Rock, said Mr Packer.
Rock "was being very dismissive of those options. He was, like, 'No, no, no, I'm fine.' And even to the point where I said, 'Rock, let them finish,'" Mr Packer added.
Representatives for Rock did not immediately respond to a request for comment.
Smith apologised to Rock, producers and viewers in a statement on Monday, saying he had "reacted emotionally".
Rock's joke about Smith's wife, actress Jada Pinkett Smith, made a reference to the film G.I. Jane (1997), in which actress Demi Moore shaved her head.
It was unclear whether Rock was aware that Pinkett Smith has a condition that causes hair loss.
A police spokesman said on Sunday night the individual involved in the incident had declined to press charges, but did not provide details about the interactions at the awards show.
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WASHINGTON (AP) — A federal grand jury has heard testimony in recent months about Hunter Biden's income and payments he received while serving on the board of a Ukraine energy company, according to two people familiar with the probe.
It remains unclear whether he might be charged. But the grand jury activity underscores that a federal tax investigation into President Joe Biden's son that began in 2018 remains active as prosecutors continue to examine foreign payments and other aspects of his finances.
A lawyer for Hunter Biden did not return a phone message and email seeking comment on Friday. A Justice Department spokesman deferred a request for comment to the U.S. attorney's office in Delaware, which is handling the investigation. A spokesperson for the office did not return a phone message seeking comment.
The people familiar with the investigation could not discuss details of the ongoing probe publicly and spoke to AP on condition of anonymity.
No matter how the investigation resolves, it has already presented a political headache for the Biden administration and could lead to an even bigger one, particularly if Republicans who have seized on the probe to attack the president retake control of the House in midterm elections later this year. Republicans would then control congressional committees and shape the focus of any investigations.
A White House that has sought to deflect questions about law enforcement matters to the Justice Department was asked this week whether it stood by the president's assertion in a 2020 debate that his son had not had unethical business dealings with Ukraine or China. White House communications director Kate Bedingfield said yes.
The investigation could also force a delicate decision for the Justice Department, which has sought to assert its independence and has publicly stressed its willingness to let the facts and evidence, not political decisions, guide its investigative and charging decisions.
Attorney General Merrick Garland has not shed any light publicly on the investigation. But the Justice Department did leave in place the top federal prosecutor in Delaware — David Weiss, a Trump administration holdover — presumably as a way to ensure continuity.
Hunter Biden confirmed the existence of an investigation into his taxes in December 2020, one month after the presidential election. He said in a statement at the time that he was “confident that a professional and objective review of these matters will demonstrate that I handled my affairs legally and appropriately, including with the benefit of professional tax advisors.”
The Associated Press reported later that month that a subpoena served on the younger Biden sought information related to more than two dozen entities. One was Burisma, a Ukrainian gas company whose board he had joined when his father was vice president. That move sparked concerns about a potential conflict of interest given that elder Biden was deeply involved in U.S. policy toward Ukraine during the Obama administration.
The breadth of the subpoena highlighted the wide-ranging scope of the investigation into Hunter Biden, though there is no indication that the probe includes any scrutiny of the president himself. Biden has said he did not discuss his son’s international business dealings with him and has denied having ever taken money from a foreign country.
Witnesses in recent months have been questioned about payments Hunter Biden received while serving on the Burisma board, the people familiar with the probe said.
Republicans tried making Hunter Biden’s business dealings in Ukraine a prominent issue during the 2020 presidential election.
A year earlier, then-President Donald Trump tried pressuring his Ukrainian counterpart, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, to launch investigations into the Bidens at the same time Zelenskyy was seeking military aid from the U.S.
Trump was later impeached by the House over the phone call but was acquitted by the Senate.
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I commend schools for running programmes to improve the reading skills of students.
Evidently, these programmes have not done enough to prevent the fall in the share of Singapore students reading for pleasure from 54 per cent in 2009 to 49 per cent in 2018 (Most 15-year-olds in Singapore not yet discerning readers, March 21).
The cultivation of reading as a hobby has to start at home, from a young age.
First, parents should start reading with their children once they are born. Parents should take their children to the library regularly if it is safe and convenient to do so. This would help to instil in the child that reading is part of his routine.
Second, parents have to set an example. Children should see their parents reading for pleasure. If parents rarely pick up a book to read, how can they expect their children to act differently?
Third, parents should surround their children with books. They should be placed everywhere in the house to encourage children who have free time to turn to books instead of digital devices.
Parents could also carry a book or two when they leave the house with their children, and use the books to keep the children entertained.
The habit of reading for pleasure needs to be cultivated by one's parents early in life. Relying on school programmes to cultivate a love for reading would be too late.
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Supplemental Financial Information 2021
This supplemental financial information has been prepared by Colfax Corporation solely for informational purposes. Upon completion of the separation of Colfax's fabrication technology and specialty medical technology businesses (the "Separation"), Colfax will retain the specialty medical technology business and will change its name to Enovis Corporation (the "Company" or "Enovis").
References herein to "Enovis" refer to Colfax's historical specialty medical technology business segment on a pro-forma basis after giving effect to the Separation and related transactions as if they had occurred on January 1, 2021, the first day of fiscal 2021.
The adjusted financial information provided herein is subject to various assumptions and adjustments and is not necessarily indicative of Enovis' results of operations or financial condition had the Separation and the related transactions been completed on the date assumed and should not be relied upon as a representation of Enovis' future performance or financial position as a separate public company. For example, certain allocations of general and administrative expenses and corporate costs have been estimated on a reasonable basis; however, the amounts are not necessarily representative of the amounts that would have been reflected in the financial statements had the Company operated independently from the fabrication technology business during the periods or at the dates presented.
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PRESS RELEASE
For Immediate Release
OAKDALE, CA - Oak Valley Community Bank, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Oak Valley Bancorp (NASDAQ: OVLY), announced that Cesar Camarillo has joined the bank as Vice President, Branch Manager of the bank's 12th & I Branch in Modesto.
Camarillo joins the Oak Valley team with nearly 17 years of banking industry experience, the past seven as a Branch Manager in the local Modesto market. In this new role, he will be responsible for managing all operational aspects of the branch, leading the 12th & I Branch team members, and pursuing business development opportunities in the Modesto area.
"We're thrilled to have Cesar join us," stated Julie DeHart, Executive Vice President, Retail Banking Group. "He is a lifelong Central Valley resident with deep roots in the community and his passion for building relationships with customers, neighbors, and staff will help this location and team thrive."
Camarillo is a member of St. Stanislaus Catholic Community Church. He currently resides in Ceres with his wife Deysi and their two children. Along with spending time with his family and cheering on his children in their sports activities, he enjoys golfing, cycling, Krav Maga/kickboxing, and soccer.
Oak Valley Bancorp operates Oak Valley Community Bank & their Eastern Sierra Community Bank division, through which it offers a variety of loan and deposit products to individuals and small businesses. They currently operate through 17 conveniently located branches: Oakdale, Turlock, Stockton, Patterson, Ripon, Escalon, Manteca, Tracy, Sacramento, two branches in Sonora, three branches in Modesto, and three branches in their Eastern Sierra division, which includes Bridgeport, Mammoth Lakes, and Bishop. The Company received regulatory approval to open a new office in Roseville, which is currently operating as a Loan Production Office and is expected to open as a full-service branch in the second half of the year.
For more information, call 1-866-844-7500 or visit www.ovcb.com.
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| 2022-04-01T22:51:38Z
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