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MILWAUKEE, July 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Bobby Valentine convened with interns from Steel Partners, a diversified holding company, to celebrate National Intern Day in Milwaukee this week.
Of the company's more than 80 interns, 60 met with company leaders from Steel Partners' operating companies including Lucas-Milhaupt, a global provider and leading producer of metal joining products based in Cudahy; MTE Corporation, which specializes in magnetics and transformer designs and is based in Menomonee Falls; and MTI, a manufacturer and developer of precision and high-performance motors, drives, and controllers, based in Prairie Falls.
Through this joint program, Steel employees and interns heard directly from Valentine about the company's core values of Teamwork, Respect, Integrity, and Commitment. Steel Partners' biggest priority is to work with youths and instill vital leadership skills and values early on. The intern program is one more way for young people to develop and maintain these skills.
Valentine addressed the group of interns and Wisconsin-based employees at MTI on Tuesday, July 26th, as part of the larger Steel Sports Town Hall program. This ongoing 2022 event series explores how the Steel Sports core values of Teamwork, Respect, Integrity, and Commitment can be applied to employees' day-to-day lives, creating meaningful impacts beyond the workspace.
While in Wisconsin, the group also attended Wednesday's Milwaukee Brewers - Chicago White Sox game at American Family Field, had professional headshots taken, and toured the Lucas-Milhaupt facility in Cudahy.
"Our core values are essential throughout our lives, and to be able to help instill them in our interns is one of the greatest aspects of our hiring and training programs," said Warren Lichtenstein, the Executive Chairman of Steel Partners. "Our interns are the future of our company, and our world, so we at Steel Partners are dedicated to helping them succeed."
Martin Brown, Steel Sports President and CEO, added, "Steel Sports has always been dedicated to providing intrinsic life skills to every youth who gets involved with our organization. These skills are what help build community within Steel, and empower our youth to go forward into their own lives. Our interns are no exception, and this amazing opportunity for them to meet with Bobby is just one more way for them to help us build the Steel community."
About Steel Sports
Headquartered in Bridgewater, NJ, Steel Sports is a social impact business with the mission of inspiring youth to reach their potential, on and off the field, by developing them as athletes and people through the Steel Sports Coaching System– The Lasorda Way. Through its "kids first" approach, Steel Sports is establishing a new standard in youth sports and coaching, forging the next generation of leaders by instilling Steel Sports' core values: Teamwork, Respect, Integrity, and Commitment. Steel Sports creates a positive youth sports experience for over 100,000 athletes each year. For more information, visit www.steelsports.com.
About Steel Partners Holdings, LLP
Steel Partners Holdings L.P. (www.steelpartners.com) (NYSE: SPLP) is a diversified global holding company that owns and operates businesses, including diversified industrial products, energy, defense, supply chain management and logistics, direct marketing, banking, and youth sports.
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VP, Project Management
212-520-2290
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Company's commitment to diversity and inclusion shines in gaming and betting industry index
LONDON, July 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- International Game Technology PLC (NYSE: IGT) ("IGT") announced today that it has been recognized by the All-In Diversity Project (AIDP) as the top-ranking gaming supplier in the 2021 All-Index™ report. The index serves as a global benchmarking tool measuring the progress of diversity, equality and inclusion in the betting and gaming sectors.
Forty companies participated in the most recent AIDP All-Index survey, which covered the extended period of 2020-2021 to account for the pandemic. Continuing its history of high performance in the report, IGT received the third-highest overall score. Since the inaugural All-Index report in 2018, IGT has remained a high-ranking company year-over-year, demonstrating the successful impact of the Company's leadership in sustainability and discipline in implementing policies that promote a diverse and inclusive culture.
"As a leader in sustainability, IGT prioritizes fostering a culture of continuous improvement and cultivating an inclusive and welcoming work environment, as reflected in this year's All-Index survey results," said Dorothy Costa, IGT Senior Vice President of People and Transformation. "We continue to make significant progress in our diversity and inclusion initiatives through employee feedback, surveys, and industry benchmarks that are critical to measuring our success. IGT remains dedicated to driving change by adopting emerging trends and taking actions that help ensure all employees are empowered to thrive and bring their full and authentic selves to work."
In addition to measuring each organization's diversity and inclusion initiatives, this year's All-Index survey evaluated the impact of COVID-19 in the workplace and emerging global trends in the workforce.
"In this, the third year of the All-Index, we would like to congratulate IGT for once again proving that measurement matters," said Kelly Kehn, Co-Founder of the All-In Diversity Project. "As one of our partners from the beginning, IGT continues to show up and lead the industry by sharing their data, internal practices and policies, and advocating for the better. We are grateful for the data and support they provide and their willingness to share their best practices to help improve our industry."
Since IGT created its Office of Diversity & Inclusion in 2018, the Company has executed various programs, policies, and systems that have promoted multiple dimensions of diversity, equity, and inclusion. These include facilitating mandatory and elective employee training courses that support the Company's anti-discrimination commitments, implementing more inclusive and equitable hiring processes, and offering competitive benefits for same-sex partners. IGT has also expanded its global roadmap for its employee-led and executive-sponsored Diversity & Inclusion Groups (DIGs), which include the Women's Inclusion Network (WIN), ACE (Employees of African descent), PRIDE (LGBTQ+), Wealth of Wisdom (employees 50+), NEXGEN (millennial and Gen Z employees), and more.
To learn more about IGT, visit IGT.com or follow us on LinkedIn. To learn more about the All-In Diversity Project, visit allindiversityproject.com.
About IGT
IGT (NYSE:IGT) is a global leader in gaming. We deliver entertaining and responsible gaming experiences for players across all channels and regulated segments, from Lotteries and Gaming Machines to Sports Betting and Digital. Leveraging a wealth of compelling content, substantial investment in innovation, player insights, operational expertise, and leading-edge technology, our solutions deliver unrivaled gaming experiences that engage players and drive growth. We have a well-established local presence and relationships with governments and regulators in more than 100 countries around the world, and create value by adhering to the highest standards of service, integrity, and responsibility. IGT has approximately 10,500 employees. For more information, please visit www.igt.com.
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How to level up fast in Xenoblade Chronicles 3
Zero to sixty in record time.
Xenoblade Chronicles 3 features a large cast of playable characters. Each character can be leveled extensively. Higher levels will unlock new skills and allow you to customize their class in new ways. This guide will cover how to level up fast in Xenoblade Chronicles 3.
Tips to level up quickly in Xenoblade Chronicles 3
Experience points come in many forms in Xenoblade Chronicles 3. You can gain them from standard combat and exploration in equal measure. Common enemies, discovering new regions, and finding Landmarks will level you up at a slow pace. Many advanced class skills and powerful Arts are locked behind high character levels, so getting to them faster will make your time in Aionios less difficult.
Conquering Elite Monsters
While exploring the open world, you will encounter monsters with blue markers on both sides of a target’s level and name. The blue markers signal that this is an Elite Monster. If you quickly defeat these enemies without losing a party member, you will earn the Conqueror bonus.
This bonus will activate when the enemies are defeated and give you the following bonus rewards.
- 250% more experience points.
- 300% more class points.
- 350% more gold earned.
Conquering enemies is a great way to earn a lot of character experience quickly.
Farm Unique Monsters
Unique Monsters are world bosses, the strongest monster type in Xenoblade Chronicles 3. These monsters will award a lot of experience points when they are defeated. After you take down a Unique Monster, they will leave behind a statue. You can activate the statue to fight the same enemy again. They won’t reward you with as many items on the second or third battle, but they are still a great source of experience points for your team.
Register Collectopaedia Cards
After you unlock Collectopaedia Cards, you can register these cards to earn experience and affinity each time. Some cards can be repeated, and even though each card only offers a small amount of experience, this will add up quickly. Explore and gather as many open-world materials as possible; this will allow you to register many Collectopadedia Cards and accrue a decent amount of bonus experience points.
Rest spots
Rest spots have an option that allows you to spend bonus experience to level a character instantly. This bonus experience is gained from exploring the world and discovering Landmarks and points of interest. Completing Collectopaedia Cards and finishing sidequests also earn you a decent amount of bonus points. Use these bonus points at Rest Spots, and your party will level up rapidly. You can also cook at Rest Spots; the starting food recipe will give you an hour of bonus experience. Take advantage of that timed buff to turn in quests or farm Unique monsters.
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CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – A youth program hosted each summer by the Charleston Police Department (CPD) held an end of season celebration Thursday.
Camp Hope is a seven-week program designed to build relationships between kids in the community and law enforcement.
Monday through Friday of each week during the program, kids and CPD officers participate in activities like kayaking, cooking classes, and visiting local parks.
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The world’s most influential banks need to substantially accelerate climate efforts if global temperature rise is to be kept within the targets of the Paris Agreement, an assessment released Thursday by an institutional investors group warned.
The efforts of 27 giant banks in North America, Europe and Asia to align their policies with global warming of no more than 1.5 degrees Celsius (2.7 Fahrenheit) are falling far short in every area measured in the pilot study, obtained exclusively by The Associated Press. The report said no major bank has committed to end financing for new oil and gas exploration, and only one has promised to cut all coal financing in line with International Energy Agency guidelines.
The evaluation was prepared by the Institutional Investors Group on Climate Change (IIGCC), whose more than 350 members are mainly asset managers and owners. They include Barclay’s Bank UK Retirement Fund, BlackRock and Goldman Sachs Asset Management International. Group members have €51 trillion ($52 trillion) in assets under management and advice, according to the IIGCC website. That amounts to roughly a tenth of total assets held by financial institutions worldwide. The Transition Pathway Initiative, a research group that tracks corporate emissions, was a co-author of the report.
The evaluation is significant because it comes from within the financial community, echoing the idea that fossil fuel investments must wind down, which environmentalists, climate scientists and energy experts have argued for years.
Witold Henisz, vice dean of the environmental, social and governance initiative at the Wharton Business School, said the study “establishes convincingly that banks are not yet demonstrating substantive progress towards net zero, and often even their own commitments.” A growing body of research suggests low public rankings shame companies into responding, he said — and investors may punish them.
Any quibbles over methodology “will not alter the above high-level conclusion,” he added.
The study assessed banks for six areas where they should be showing progress if their lending and other services were aligned with a sharp ramp down of emissions: the strength of net zero pledges; short- and medium-term emissions targets; decarbonization strategies, namely, plans for exiting polluting industries; lobbying on climate regulation; how climate risk is reflected in accounts and audits, and governance, meaning how climate risks are incorporated into leadership structures.
Evaluators set benchmarks for each area. Banks were graded on how many they hit. A 100% rating would mean a bank was completely aligned with the Paris goals in that category.
On their commitments to reducing emissions in their lending portfolios to zero, the banks, in aggregate, came in at 20%. On short- and medium-term climate targets, which demonstrate a pathway to net zero goals, they met just 10% of indicators. And the report found 1% of banks’ lobbying practices are consistent with the 1.5 C goal.
“The level of urgency must ratchet up,” said Natasha Landell-Mills, head of stewardship at investment manager Sarasin and Partners, and co-chair of the IIGCC working group. “Banks still have a long way to go.”
As gatekeepers of the world’s money, banks play a critical role in climate change, the study said. They make new fossil fuel projects possible via financing. They decide whether to lend money for coal mines and for agribusinesses that fell tropical rainforest. There are other sources of finance, and private equity in particular has a growing role, but banks remain the most important.
Two-thirds of banks have committed to achieving net zero carbon emissions, the study found, but these commitments “vary widely.” Only UBS commits to net zero over its entire business, the study found.
The four Chinese banks in the report, Agricultural Bank of China, Bank of China, China Construction Bank and the Industrial and Commercial Bank of China, have made no commitment to net zero emissions, the study found. They were the worst-rated institutions, each scoring zero in five of the six categories assessed.
The AP sought comment from these banks on several occasions, but none responded.
Each year, a body known as the Financial Stability Board, based in Basel, Switzerland and created by the Group of 20 heads of major economies, gauges which banks in the world are most influential based on their size and importance to the global financial system. The world’s four most influential banks in 2021 — JPMorgan Chase, BNP Paribas, Citigroup and HSBC — each were assessed at zero in two or three areas in the evaluation. Climate governance was the only category where all were judged to be making substantial progress.
By email, Citigroup and JPMorgan both declined to comment. Both banks published targets to align the company’s practices with the Paris goal in spring 2021.
In a statement, BNP Paribas said it has made new climate commitments, including a 25% reduction in oil financing, since Feb. 25, the last date included in the research. The bank reasserted its commitment to achieving a carbon-neutral economy by 2050 and limiting global warming to 1.5 C. BNP Paribas has implemented “pioneering policies” to protect the climate and biodiversity, especially in forests, it said. It will “progressively reduce its exposure” to companies that won’t decarbonize fast enough.
An HSBC spokesperson said via email the bank is also committed to net zero, adding: “We recognize that our global footprint means we can play a critical role.” The IIGCC report “acknowledges the progress we have already made,” she said, including a commitment to phasing out coal financing. The bank is reviewing its climate and energy policies, the spokesperson said.
Scientists say emissions must sharply ramp down in the short and medium term, so benchmarks for 2030 and 2035 are crucial. Only three banks, Barclays, ING Bank and Société Générale, have published short-term targets to reduce emissions from activities they finance, the study reveals. Nine have published medium-term targets. This is “problematic,” the study said, because targets help investors gauge how serious banks are about decarbonizing.
“If too many banks plan to backload emissions reductions, global emissions will not be curbed rapidly enough,” the authors wrote.
With regard to deforestation, which can release massive carbon dioxide when forests are burned, only HSBC has made comprehensive commitments to ending financing, the study says.
“For all the awareness at board level, there are not yet changes at a strategic level,” said James Vaccaro, executive director of the Climate Safe Lending Network, which pushes for decarbonization in the banking sector.
Vaccaro, who has 20 years’ management experience in sustainable banking and investment, added there are “reasons to remain hopeful amidst the dismal assessment of the state of banking today.” He singled out Barclays for praise, saying its targets were very comprehensive.
Bank lobbying, which can attempt to influence and weaken climate laws, also veered far from a 1.5 Celsius pathway, the study said. And it found banks don’t ensure that their trade associations lobby in accordance with the agreement. Only the Bank of Montreal discloses all its trade association memberships on its website and in reports.
Bill Weihl, a former sustainability chief at both Facebook and Google, who campaigns against lobbying groups, said by email the findings explain why climate policy repeatedly fails to get enacted. “We need to see the private sector step up and use its powerful influence for climate policy gains.”
The report found that none of the banks links executive pay to emissions, although BNP Paribas disputed this.
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Wilbanks Smith & Thomas Asset Management LLC lowered its holdings in O’Reilly Automotive, Inc. (NASDAQ:ORLY – Get Rating) by 0.2% during the 1st quarter, Holdings Channel reports. The firm owned 17,313 shares of the specialty retailer’s stock after selling 37 shares during the period. Wilbanks Smith & Thomas Asset Management LLC’s holdings in O’Reilly Automotive were worth $10,448,000 as of its most recent filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
Several other hedge funds and other institutional investors have also bought and sold shares of ORLY. Parallel Advisors LLC lifted its position in shares of O’Reilly Automotive by 9.3% during the 1st quarter. Parallel Advisors LLC now owns 550 shares of the specialty retailer’s stock valued at $383,000 after buying an additional 47 shares during the last quarter. Veriti Management LLC raised its stake in shares of O’Reilly Automotive by 11.5% during the 1st quarter. Veriti Management LLC now owns 561 shares of the specialty retailer’s stock valued at $384,000 after purchasing an additional 58 shares during the period. Wesbanco Bank Inc. raised its stake in shares of O’Reilly Automotive by 50.7% during the 1st quarter. Wesbanco Bank Inc. now owns 841 shares of the specialty retailer’s stock valued at $576,000 after purchasing an additional 283 shares during the period. Forum Financial Management LP bought a new stake in shares of O’Reilly Automotive during the 4th quarter valued at $520,000. Finally, Calamos Advisors LLC raised its stake in shares of O’Reilly Automotive by 4.0% during the 4th quarter. Calamos Advisors LLC now owns 26,403 shares of the specialty retailer’s stock valued at $18,647,000 after purchasing an additional 1,022 shares during the period. Hedge funds and other institutional investors own 82.76% of the company’s stock.
Wall Street Analysts Forecast Growth
A number of research firms recently issued reports on ORLY. DA Davidson upgraded O’Reilly Automotive from a “neutral” rating to a “buy” rating and boosted their price objective for the company from $700.00 to $740.00 in a research note on Wednesday, June 29th. Truist Financial decreased their price objective on O’Reilly Automotive from $788.00 to $770.00 and set a “buy” rating on the stock in a research note on Monday. MKM Partners initiated coverage on O’Reilly Automotive in a research note on Thursday, June 23rd. They set a “buy” rating and a $700.00 price objective on the stock. Wells Fargo & Company decreased their target price on O’Reilly Automotive from $800.00 to $750.00 and set an “overweight” rating on the stock in a research note on Wednesday, June 8th. Finally, StockNews.com initiated coverage on O’Reilly Automotive in a research note on Thursday, March 31st. They issued a “buy” rating on the stock. Four analysts have rated the stock with a hold rating and eleven have assigned a buy rating to the company’s stock. Based on data from MarketBeat, O’Reilly Automotive currently has an average rating of “Moderate Buy” and a consensus price target of $727.46.
O’Reilly Automotive Stock Down 1.1 %
O’Reilly Automotive (NASDAQ:ORLY – Get Rating) last announced its quarterly earnings data on Wednesday, July 27th. The specialty retailer reported $8.78 EPS for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of $9.00 by ($0.22). The firm had revenue of $3.67 billion for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $3.71 billion. O’Reilly Automotive had a net margin of 15.85% and a negative return on equity of 2,699.29%. O’Reilly Automotive’s revenue for the quarter was up 5.9% compared to the same quarter last year. During the same quarter last year, the company posted $8.33 earnings per share. On average, analysts forecast that O’Reilly Automotive, Inc. will post 32.64 earnings per share for the current fiscal year.
Insiders Place Their Bets
In other news, CFO Jeremy Adam Fletcher bought 835 shares of the stock in a transaction dated Friday, May 20th. The stock was bought at an average price of $600.00 per share, for a total transaction of $501,000.00. Following the purchase, the chief financial officer now directly owns 1,897 shares in the company, valued at approximately $1,138,200. The purchase was disclosed in a document filed with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which can be accessed through this hyperlink. In other O’Reilly Automotive news, SVP Jeffrey Lynn Groves bought 175 shares of O’Reilly Automotive stock in a transaction on Monday, May 23rd. The stock was acquired at an average price of $572.77 per share, with a total value of $100,234.75. Following the acquisition, the senior vice president now owns 721 shares in the company, valued at $412,967.17. The purchase was disclosed in a filing with the SEC, which can be accessed through this hyperlink. Also, CFO Jeremy Adam Fletcher purchased 835 shares of the company’s stock in a transaction dated Friday, May 20th. The stock was purchased at an average price of $600.00 per share, for a total transaction of $501,000.00. Following the completion of the purchase, the chief financial officer now owns 1,897 shares in the company, valued at $1,138,200. The disclosure for this purchase can be found here. Company insiders own 1.73% of the company’s stock.
About O’Reilly Automotive
O'Reilly Automotive, Inc, together with its subsidiaries, operates as a retailer and supplier of automotive aftermarket parts, tools, supplies, equipment, and accessories in the United States. The company provides new and remanufactured automotive hard parts and maintenance items, such as alternators, batteries, brake system components, belts, chassis parts, driveline parts, engine parts, fuel pumps, hoses, starters, temperature control, water pumps, antifreeze, appearance products, engine additives, filters, fluids, lighting products, and oil and wiper blades; and accessories, including floor mats, seat covers, and truck accessories.
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FARMINGTON, Conn., July 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Otis Worldwide Corporation (NYSE: OTIS) Board of Directors today declared a quarterly dividend of $0.29 per share of Otis' common stock. The dividend will be payable on September 10, 2022, to shareholders of record at the close of business on August 19, 2022.
About Otis
Otis is the world's leading elevator and escalator manufacturing, installation and service company. We move 2 billion people a day and maintain more than 2.1 million customer units worldwide, the industry's largest Service portfolio. Headquartered in Connecticut, USA, Otis is 70,000 people strong, include 41,000 field professionals, all committed to meeting the diverse needs of our customers and passengers in more than 200 countries and territories worldwide. To learn more, visit www.otis.com and follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook and Twitter @OtisElevatorCo.
Cautionary Statement
This release includes statements related to anticipated earnings, cash flow and dividends that constitute "forward-looking statements" under the securities laws. All forward-looking statements involve risks, uncertainties and assumptions that may cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied in the forward-looking statements. Past dividends provide no assurance as to future dividends. The payment and amount of future dividends could vary significantly from past amounts due to a number of risks and uncertainties. Risks and uncertainties include: (1) the effect of economic conditions in the industries and markets in which Otis and its businesses operate in the U.S. and globally and any changes therein, including financial market conditions, fluctuations in commodity prices, interest rates and foreign currency exchange rates, levels of end market demand in construction, pandemic health issues (including COVID-19 and variants thereof and the ongoing economic recovery therefrom and their effects on, among other things, global supply, demand and distribution), natural disasters and the financial condition of Otis' customers and suppliers; (2) risks associated with indebtedness; (3) challenges in the development and production of new products and services; and (4) the effect of changes in laws and regulations and political conditions in countries in which we operate, including the effect of the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine, and other factors beyond our control. The above list of factors is not exhaustive or necessarily in order of importance. For additional information on identifying factors that may cause actual results to vary from those stated in forward-looking statements, see the reports of Otis on Forms 10-K, 10-Q and 8-K filed with or furnished to the SEC from time to time. Any forward-looking statement speaks only as of the date on which it is made, and Otis assumes no obligation to update or revise such statement, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by applicable law.
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TORTOLA, British Virgin Islands, July 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - Sailfish Royalty Corp. (TSXV: FISH) (OTCQX: SROYF) (the "Company" or "Sailfish") is pleased to announce its operating and financial results for the three and six months ended June 30, 2022 ("Q2 2022"). All amounts are in U.S. dollars unless otherwise indicated.
- Gold ounces earned of 345 and 734 for the three and six months ended June 30, 2022;
- Revenues of $646,859 and $1,369,424 for the three and six months ended June 30, 2022;
- Gross profit of $349,757 and $713,017 for the three and six months ended June 30, 2022;
- Net loss of $885,833 and $682,380 for the three and six months ended June 30, 2022;
- Repurchased for cancellation an aggregate of 499,100 and 1,053,100 common shares (of which 941,000 were cancelled prior to June 30, 2022) of the Company under the current normal course issuer bid ("NCIB") for the three and six months ended June 30, 2022; and
- Declared quarterly dividends of $0.0125 per common share on March 7, 2022 and June 1, 2022 which were paid on April 15, 2022 and July 15, 2022, respectively.
Cesar Gonzalez, Chief Executive Officer of Sailfish states that, "Sailfish had a great first half of the year which included receiving and selling 734 ounces of gold resulting in approximately $1.37 million in revenue and collecting approximately $2.29 million from its gold-linked loan to Mako Mining Corp. Sailfish expects to continue using its cash flow to return capital to shareholders by repurchasing shares under the current NCIB and by paying quarterly dividends."
Summary of Quarterly Results:
For complete details, please refer to the Unaudited Condensed Interim Consolidated Financial Statements for the three and six months ended June 30, 2022 and 2021 and associated Management Discussion and Analysis for the three and six months ended June 30, 2022 and 2021, available on SEDAR (www.sedar.com) or on the Company's website (www.sailfishroyalty.com).
- On July 15, 2022, the Company paid a dividend of $0.0125 per common share.
- As at the date of this news release, Sailfish purchased 246,000 common shares on-market of which 100,000 have not been cancelled. In addition to the above, the Company cancelled 257,900 common shares subsequent to June 30, 2022.
- On July 11, 2022, the Company announced that the TSX Venture Exchange has accepted a notice filed by the Company of its intention to make a normal course issuer bid to be transacted through the facilities of the TSX Venture Exchange. The notice provides that the Company may, during the 12-month period commencing July 14, 2022 and ending July 13, 2023, purchase up to 3,586,886 common shares of the Company in total, being approximately 5% of the total number of Shares outstanding as at July 14, 2022.
Sailfish is a precious metals royalty and streaming company. Within Sailfish's portfolio are two main assets in the Americas: a gold stream equivalent to a 3% NSR on the San Albino gold mine (~3.5 sq. km) and a 2% NSR on the rest of the area (~134.5 sq. km) surrounding San Albino in northern Nicaragua; and an up to 3% NSR on the multi-million ounce Spring Valley gold project in Pershing County, Nevada.
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Although one critic called the concept ridiculous and sad, President López Obrador said this week that in order to reduce spending and improve the federal government’s battered financial health, all branches of his government are going to go into a period of “Franciscan poverty.”
“We are going to carry out additional austerity measures,” López Obrador said in his Wednesday morning press conference. “We are going to reduce a lot. There are going to be almost no trips abroad. We are going to ensure that almost all communication is done by telephone and videoconferences. We are going to reduce travel expenses and other measures.”
He said that although there are already austerity measures on the books, they are “not being complied with.” Then he added: “In any case, we are going to move from the Republican Austerity [Law] to a higher phase, which is that of Franciscan poverty.”
Poverty is one of the main tenets of Franciscans, a religious order within the Catholic faith. Saint Francis of Assisi, the founder of the order and one of the most venerated figures in Christianity, spent his life pursuing a “perfect poverty” and was said to be a suitor to “Lady Poverty.”
And now, apparently, so is López Obrador.
In his press conference — during which he assured that he has not bought a new vehicle for federal officials since he has been in office — he detailed some of the additional belt-tightening measures.
Civil servant salaries will be further reduced, and legal reforms will be made to ensure that high-ranking federal officials can’t seek injunctions against a reduced salary, López Obrador said. Nor will the republic acquire any more debt, although the president said he’ll simultaneously make sure that gas and food prices do not rise.
He promised a meeting with his cabinet to hammer out all the X’s and O’s and find additional things to cut. “The formula is simple,” he said. “It is zero corruption and austerity — to make funds available for development and to deliver resources to the most needy people.”
So far, he said, his administration has saved some 2 billion pesos (US $98 million) thanks to austerity measures.
Earlier this week, Ricardo Sheffield, head of the federal consumer protection agency Profeco, presented a list of public servants who, in not complying with the Republican Austerity Law, are receiving a higher monthly salary than López Obrador. “Although our Constitution establishes that no one should earn more than the president, we find [in the government] that this decree is not respected,” he said.
Although López Obrador bragged at the press conference about savings in different areas, he did not address large cost overruns on projects such as the Maya Train, the Felipe Ángeles International Airport and the Dos Bocas refinery.
Some government officials said the president’s announcement was verification that the nation’s finances are in dire straits, that there are no additional sources of revenue that can be tapped and that Mexico’s financial future is teetering in the wake of a global economic crisis.
Héctor Saúl Téllez, a member of the lower house of Congress and the Legislature’s budget commission secretary, said federal revenues are “not good” and if they are to be used “for the whims of the president,” public resources will have to be squeezed even further.
“The announcement that there will be a shift to ‘Franciscan poverty’ is very worrying at a time when we continue to experience budget shortages, where there continues to be a lack of resources for health [and] education,” said Congressman Salomón Chertorivski.
He said that if the government carries out this type of plan, it needs to consider how to finance other needs in coming years, such as the payment of pensions. And he also said it’s “foolishness” for the government to continue subsidizing the price of gasoline at a cost of more than 300 billion pesos (US $14.8 billion).
“Saying that there are still more cuts to come is a shame, especially with the lack of growth, with the lack of recovery that we have had after the bad decisions throughout the pandemic,” he added. “The resources are simply not enough.”
He also dismissed “Franciscan poverty” as merely a “flirtatious phrase” being invoked by the president, and called the concept ridiculous and sad. Likewise, Téllez charged AMLO with making a frivolous and populist statement, and he condemned López Obrador’s government for covertly spending 100 billion pesos (US $4.9 billion) on who knows what.
“What there has been is an embezzlement in budget revenues,” he said. “There has never been austerity … Money has been wasted in the president’s pharaonic works and on social programs that have been a waste because they have not generated better conditions for the population.”
The federal cabinet was to meet Thursday to discuss the new measures.
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Other refs play The Greatest Showman music to me now! Sportsmail's new columnist Mike Dean on his emotional Premier League farewell, working on a poultry farm… and THAT 'celebration'
- Mike Dean retired from refereeing after officiating 560 Premier League games
- The 57-year-old will be working as a full-time VAR at Stockley Park this season
- Dean sat down with Sportsmail to discuss his career, Tranmere and his next step
- As well as being a VAR official, he will also be writing exclusively for Sportsmail
He says: 'Hi, I'm Mike.' As if he needs any introduction. Mike Dean is the man in black and someone so well known, he could sneeze and it would go viral.
Yet he says social media's obsession with his behaviour doesn't bother him.
'That's just me being me,' he says. 'Some people call me, 'The Greatest Showman'. I get the music played to me now and then by the lads (his fellow referees). But it doesn't bother me. Not at all.
'It's maybe moved that way ever since that Tottenham-Aston Villa game. I'd played a great advantage, Spurs scored, and I was sucked in. I looked like I was celebrating. It is what it is.
Mike Dean (above)called time on his 22-year refereeing career at the end of last season
'But would I change anything I've done? Never. It's not my style. If I tried to change the way I am, it would cock everything up. I was just being myself.'
Dean refereed 560 Premier League games, awarded 11,876 free-kicks, pointed for 186 penalties, showed 2,046 yellows and 114 reds.
He will no longer be seen on the football field but will be working as a full-time VAR at Stockley Park and writing exclusively for Sportsmail this season.
It may seem strange having your life's work summed up in numbers — and they don't do justice to his true contribution over 22 years of service to the English top flight — but then Dean could have been measuring his career in chickens instead.
We'll come to that later. First, we start with where it ended — Chelsea versus Watford at Stamford Bridge on May 22, one final outing as a Premier League referee.
'I never play music in the referee's dressing room beforehand,' Dean says. 'But before Chelsea-Watford, I played The Final Countdown on my phone. I figured, 'Why not?' The lads — assistants Ian Hussin and Darren Cann and fourth official John Busby — all joined in.
Dean was accused of celebrating when Tottenham scored against Aston Villa in 2015
'We had a little sing and a hug, and it was only when we were walking out that I felt emotional. I knew it was the last time I'd be doing that, then I turned around and saw my wife and my family.
'A few of the players twigged that I wasn't too good. Some of them came over to ask if I was OK, which was nice.'
As was the conversation with Chelsea's Thomas Tuchel and Watford's Roy Hodgson in their pre-match meeting. 'They said, 'It's your day. Enjoy it and know that you'll have no trouble from any of our players'. Which I didn't, thankfully!'
Footage of Dean blowing the full-time whistle soon made it on to social media. 'I was always going to do a big whistle at the end, wasn't I? I had to finish the career off right.'
We're in Meeting Room 6 at the Premier League's headquarters in Paddington, London, with Dean having kindly travelled from his home in the Wirral to speak with Sportsmail and tell his story. It starts with him being a goalkeeper for Pensby High School. 'I never threatened to make a career out of it,' he says. 'I was too heavy.'
He went on to work at a poultry factory, typically covering the 6am-2pm shift while juggling part-time refereeing.
His last game as a referee came in the clash between Chelsea and Watford back in May
'I did everything there. I might be in the room where we had to take the insides out - sorry to anyone eating their sarnies right now - or I might be in the killing area. Then once I'd finished my shift, I might have to go to Hartlepool, Carlisle, wherever, to referee a game.
'There wasn't an inkling it would go full-time. It was just a hobby, another job. But in 1999 there were whispers about the Premier League going full-time.'
From fowls to fouls, Dean's first Premier League match was Leicester against Southampton in September 2000. 'No yellow cards! Can you believe it? How times changed, ey?'
Entering an arena of Keanes, Vieiras, Fergusons, Wengers, it was daunting for the then 32-year-old Dean.
It took time for his confidence to come out. You may call it arrogance, but over the course of an afternoon with Dean, he comes across as anything but.. In reality, the 54-year-old is simply a football fan, like you or I.
'I've supported Tranmere since my dad took me to a game at the age of seven in '75. I followed them home and away. Did I join in with the chants? The 'You don't know what you're doing?' and all that? Of course. All the time. When you're a fan, you're a fan. When you're a ref, you're a ref. If I'm watching Tranmere and the ref makes a mistake, I'll let him know!'
Dean is a Tranmere Rovers supporter and is often seen celebrating in the stands
You've probably seen the television footage of Dean sitting among the Tranmere supporters. 'I won't sit in the directors' box, even though I could.. I'd rather be with the fans, my mates, my family. I'm there to enjoy myself with everybody else.'
Since that Chelsea-Watford game, Dean's enjoyed some down time. While his colleagues like Michael Oliver, Andre Marriner and Anthony Taylor are being weighed and put through their paces in preparation for the new season, he's been on his holidays.
He went to his villa in southern Spain, where he could be seen riding an inflatable unicorn in the swimming pool à la Harry Maguire. He caddied for Ladies European Tour golfers Felicity Johnson and Lydia Hall. He went to see The Proclaimers, Go West and Paul Young.
'I've enjoyed myself. I've spent the last 22 years trying to keep myself in shape and now I've finished, I've relaxed a bit. The lads have been texting me 'enjoy the beer' while they've got bleep tests to do.
Abuse was targeted at Dean's Family when he sent off West Ham's Tomas Soucek last year
'People have been asking me, 'When are you going on I'm A Celebrity? Are you going on the next Strictly Come Dancing?' Apparently a lot of people have put bets on me appearing on those. Unbelievable. Sorry to disappoint but I can't say I've been asked to appear on anything like that!'
It's worth noting that Dean did ballroom dancing until around 14 years old, so never say never, but he's content with being a VAR for the time being.
Why did he retire from refereeing when he had the option of continuing? 'I'm 54 now. The older you get, your legs don't work as much, your knees aren't as nimble as they were… it felt right.'
The abuse may have played a part, too. Dean is now on Instagram, but when he wasn't on social media, family members were targeted after he'd red carded West Ham's Tomas Soucek in a game against Fulham. That included death threats.
'The people who did that have been seen to by the police, thankfully. Unfortunately now I've retired, somebody else will get the grief. We're trained in how to handle that. But your family isn't.'
Dean never was one for letting criticism get to him. 'I'll listen to talkSPORT or BBC 5Live on the way home from games. I'll watch Match of the Day later that night. I used to check the newspaper ratings but they're no good them, are they? The Daily Mail never gave me a good mark.'
Sorry about that, Mike. Now you're our columnist, we may be kinder.
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A mother reportedly strangled her three children and then took her own life by hanging herself.
Sonia Loja, 36, killed her three kids – Jonael Panjon, 5, Joselyn Panjon, 10, and Junior Panjon, 12 – at a home from which she also ran a daycare center, police said on Thursday.
Cops responded to a call for a wellbeing check at the residence on Whaley Street in Danbury, Connecticut, around 6.30pm on Wednesday and found the four family members dead. The bodies of the children were in the house, while the mother’s was in a shed in the backyard.
‘The children all appear to have died by strangulation, and the mother’s suspected cause of death is asphyxia by hanging,’ stated Detective Captain Mark Williams.
‘Pending an official autopsy, preliminary findings indicate that Ms Loja strangled her three children before killing herself. However, this is still an active investigation.’
Loja and the children lived at the home with two other adults who were not there at the time that cops got the scene.
The bodies were discovered by a man who was crying and distraught.
Their autopsies were scheduled to be performed on Thursday morning.
Loja apparently told parents not to drop their kids off for daycare on Wednesday.
‘A guy came to drop off his kid and she came to the door and said, “No, sorry, I can’t watch him today,”‘ Loja’s neighbor Elvis Español told The New York Post on Thursday.
‘She explained that she’d called all the rest of them, all the rest of the parents of the kids she watches, and she couldn’t get a hold of one, to tell them not to come that day.’
Mayor Dean Esposito called it a ‘truly horrible event’ and said that mental health services would be offered in the city and public schools.
‘Our community grieves for the innocent lives taken from us,’ stated Esposito. ‘We will get through this together.’
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A First Dates star revealed a heartbreaking story about his father being assassinated when he was a child, before sharing that his mum’s love story with his dad has now made him want to settle down with his future wife.
The Channel 4 programme, fronted by barman Merlin Griffiths and host Fred Sirieux, pairs up singletons on blind dates, in the hopes of finding true love.
Stand-up comedian Mani was paired up with care-home owner Natasha, and the couple seemed to get off to a perfect start, making each other laugh with their quick-wit as they shared stories of their childhood and families.
However, things took a tragic turn when Mani revealed more information about his dad.
‘When I get married I’m going to be a strictly one woman man, this is my wife, my kids, my family, my everything,’ Mani told Natasha, continuing: ‘Because my father was madly in love with my mum.’
‘He used to write her postcards, and get her gifts, but I lost my father when I was five. My dad was a huge businessman, and he went into politics, and politics took him away, because he got assassinated, so it was very tough on us.’
Mani later explained in an interview clip: ‘As kids we were told he had a car accident in Pakistan,’ adding: ‘But later on, I found out that he got assassinated.’
He continued: ‘My father said to my mum, “I will be back later on,” and my mum said that as he was walking out I grabbed his leg and said “No you can’t go,” and then he never came back.’
Tearing up as he recalled the emotional story, Mani added: ‘Nobody knows what really happened, it’s just a mystery.’
Mani added to Natasha: ‘He only loved one woman. That was my mum. And I think I’m on the edge in my life where I want the same. It’s about time it should happen.’
‘I talk to him every single day, and I think he wants me to settle down now, more than anything else,’ Mani admitted.
Opening up about his family didn’t scare Natasha away though, as she revealed how much she would ‘love’ to see Mani on stage, performing during his comedy acts.
The couple finished their date with as many laughs as when they started, however, later Natasha unfortunately shared that ‘romantically’ she wasn’t feeling the date, saying that perhaps ‘they’re too similar’.
‘There wasn’t a spark,’ she confirmed, saying she prefers ‘alpha males’ but ‘can’t deny that Mani is the nicest guy.’
First Dates airs on Thursdays at 10pm on Channel 4.
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The family of Paul Wynn, one of the victims of the shootings in Langley on Monday, July 25, are grieving his loss this week.
“As most of you know there was a random act of cowardly violence this morning in Langley, B.C.,” his brother John Wynn wrote on his Facebook page this week.
His brother Paul was the second person shot in the string of attacks launched by Jordan Daniel Goggin, a 28-year-old who was himself shot by police later that morning.
John wanted it made clear that his brother was not homeless, but was in “a beautiful community living program.”
“They deserve recognition for what all they do,” John told the Langley Advance Times.
Creek Stone was established in 2019 with 49 rooms, in a former hotel in the 6400 block of 200th Street. It’s supportive housing, helping people who were homeless, or in a precarious housing situation, find stability and a permanent place to call home.
Paul was “the God-child of our family,” John said of his big brother.
“I wouldn’t be here today if it wasn’t for my brother,” John wrote on Facebook. “I owe him my life!”
He said Paul did not know or have any association with his killer. John said the family believes Goggin was not necessarily targeting homeless people, but that he “was out to kill and he just happened to snap at that time of the morning and went for a drive.”
Two people were killed and two wounded in the shooting attacks by Goggin, which took place between around midnight and 5:45 a.m. in four locations around Langley.
Police caught up with Goggin just after the fourth attack, on 200th Street near the Langley Bypass. Officer shot and killed Goggin in a parking lot.
The Integrated Homicide Investigation Team (IHIT) is still investigating the shootings, and the Independent Investigations Office (IIO) is looking into the RCMP’s shooting of Goggin, as it looks into all police interactions that lead to death or serious injury in B.C.
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INDIANAPOLIS (WTTV) – Glass baby bottles are being recalled because they violate the United States federal lead content ban.
The Consumer Product Safety Commission said the recall involves NUK-branded First Choice glass baby bottles. They have a latex nipple intended for children 0-6 months old. The brand name NUK is in white lettering, a graduated volume scale in white markings, and white and gray stars are on the outside of the bottle.
The recall was initiated because the glass bottle’s outside markings contain lead levels that exceed the U.S. federal lead content ban.
The CPSC said lead is toxic if ingested by young children. It can cause adverse health issues such as:
- Damage to the brain and nervous system
- Slowed growth and development
- Learning and behavior problems
- Hearing and speech problems
Children who experience these adverse effects can have a lower IQ, decreased ability to pay attention, and underperformance in school. The CDC said there is also evidence that childhood exposure to lead can cause long-term harm.
Recall highlights differences in lead regulations
The CPSC said the recalled baby bottles were manufactured for the UK market. They were not intended for sale in the United States. However, they were unintentionally sold to people in the U.S. and Canada through the Amazon.com third-party seller Astir Care.
NUK said they rigorously and routinely test their products for consumer safety and are in compliance with industry standards set by different global regions. However, the U.S. and UK regulate lead content differently.
In the UK, where the bottles were intended for sale, they test and regulate for lead migration. This means they test to make sure the lead stays put on the bottle, that it does not leach and cannot be absorbed during use. In the U.S., however, they test and regulate for overall lead content levels on the bottle.
What to do if you have the recalled bottle?
NUK encourages U.S. consumers who bought the recalled bottle to immediately stop using it. After verifying that the bottle is part of the recall, they can send it back to NUK for a full refund.
NUK says people can verify it is included in the recall if it meets all the following requirements
- The bottle is GLASS and NOT plastic
- The bottle was purchased exclusively through Amazon.com
- The bottle’s outside markings are white and gray stars
- The NUK name is in white lettering
- The nipple is latex
- Volume size is 240 mL (approx. 8 ounces)
After verifying that the bottle is included in the recall, people can complete a form on NUK’s website. They will get a return mailer so they can return their bottle to NUK. Once NUK gets the bottle and verifies that it is included, a refund check will be sent out.
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College football odds: ACC betting preview and best bets
By Geoff Schwartz
FOX Sports NFL Analyst
Are you ready for some college football? Well, you should be because kickoff is right around the corner!
There will be so much football to watch from Thursday to Monday every week, which means there are a lot of teams in college football to study up on from a gambling perspective. And because I'm a nice guy — as former linemen tend to be — I'm going to help you make some of those tough decisions about how to wager your money.
Bettors are already looking ahead to which teams they want to lay money on, so I wanted to do a betting preview for every Power 5 conference. I'll break down my best bets for which team I think will win the conference, my potential dark horse pick and then two of my favorite over/under win total bets.
It's a lot to digest, but I got you covered. Let's dive into it my best bets for the ACC (with all odds via FOX Bet).
CONFERENCE BEST BET
Clemson: -133 at FOX Bet (bet $10 to win $17.52 total) to win ACC
As we continue this series, my picks for conference winners will seem pretty predictable. The most talented teams usually take the conference every year, so those are the teams I'm picking to win — the most stacked, most talented squads. Notice I said usually and not always. The way the ACC unfolded last season is one reason I have to choose my words carefully.
Let's look at Clemson. They had an insanely talented roster last season and even won 10 games. But, those wins still fell short of the lofty expectations, and Pittsburgh won the ACC. Pittsburgh! That won’t happen again year.
The reason behind that Panther surprise was that the Tigers had a dreadful offense last season. They finished 71st in the country in efficiency and 114th in explosive play rate. Quarterback DJ Uiagalelei, a top recruit, struggled during his first season as the Clemson starter. He only completed 55% of his passes with nine touchdowns and 10 interceptions. Clemson has a new offensive coordinator, and he will need to light a fire into this offense. The talent at skill positions is there and a slight improvement to the playbook will have the unit good enough to win the conference.
Clemson’s defense will play a huge part in the Tigers claiming the ACC crown this season. While they lost long time DC Brent Venables to Oklahoma, this unit returns monsters at all three levels. Clemson did lose three secondary pieces, but again, the Tigers replaced those guys with blue-chip recruits.
I’m picking Clemson for these reasons, but I'm also mindful of the talent around the conference. If Clemson’s offense improves, is there a team that could take the Atlantic Division title or beat the Tigers in the ACC Championship game? Wake Forest has defensive concerns, Florida State has concerns all the way around and NC State is always just good enough but not great. Clemson will most likely face Miami in the ACC Championship game, and the Hurricanes are still at least a year away from having the kind of talent needed to compete against Clemson.
Take the Tigers.
Long shot — Miami: +600 at FOX Bet (bet $10 to win $70 total) to win ACC
Big surprise, huh? The next-best odds to win the conference. I wanted to make a case for Wake Forest, but yeah, that’s not happening.
North Carolina and Pittsburgh both lost starting quarterbacks. So when it comes to long shot teams that stand a chance to take the ACC, is it Virginia Tech? NC State? Who has a real chance at being the surprise team?
Well, Miami has the best quarterback in the conference and a supreme coaching staff. I’m just not sure that the Hurricanes have enough talent at the moment to win the conference, but they do have the best chance of any squad not named Clemson.
BEST OVER/ UNDER WIN TOTAL BETS
Wake Forest — Over 8.5 wins: +100 at FOX Bet (bet $10 to win $20 total)
Coach Dave Clawson’s Demon Deacons had been slowly building toward the 11-win season they had in 2021. Clawson won three games in each of his first two seasons but then jumped to seven wins in his third season. Wake won eight games in two of the next three seasons before winning only four during the COVID-19 year. I've said it before, and I'm reminding you again; my general rule is to always throw out the COVID-19 year for any discussions about the sport.
The Deacons were able to win 11 games last season because of their offense, which finished fifth in points per scoring opportunity. They averaged 41 points per game using their slow-mesh style which is extremely frustrating for teams to defend. Wake returns its quarterback, four offensive linemen and a bunch of skill position players.
The Deacons' defense was not good last season, but they won in spite of that. Purdue finished 25th on defense last season, but a change at coordinator — the addition of Purdue’s former defensive play caller — should help. Wake’s schedule features VMI, Vandy and Liberty, and all three of those games should be wins.
Wake Forest will be favored in home games against Duke, Syracuse, North Carolina, Army and Boston College. The Demon Deacons will win at least nine games.
Pittsburgh — Over 7.5 wins: -167 at FOX Bet (bet $10 to win $15.99 total)
This number surprised me. It feels like an overreaction to some roster movement.
Yes, Kenny Pickett is gone, but he’s being replaced by USC transfer Kedon Slovis. In a functional offense with a strong offensive line, Slovis will be fine. Pittsburgh returns its entire offensive line, and while they do lose Jordan Addison, I don’t think losing one dynamic receiver will make or break the season.
The Panthers return six All-ACC defensive starters from a unit that finished seventh in sack rate and 29th overall.
Pitt has enough talent and a favorable enough schedule to win eight games.
Geoff Schwartz played eight seasons in the NFL for five different teams. He started at right tackle for the University of Oregon for three seasons and was a second-team All-Pac-12 selection his senior year. He is an NFL analyst for FOX Sports. Follow him on Twitter @GeoffSchwartz.
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River Plate and Sarmiento will face-off for a Matchday 11 matchup of the 2022 Argetine League. Check out all the necessary information for this game including date, time and TV Channel to watch or stream live free this game. If you are in the US, tune in to Paramount+ (Free Trial) to stream live free this game.
River Plate have gained confidence in the last couple of weeks. In fact, the team managed by Marcelo Gallardo hasn't lost in the last three games of the current season. Also, Los Millionarios had two clean sheets and scored 4 goals in their last two games.
On the other side, Sarmiento had their ups and downs in the last couple of weeks. In fact, Sarmiento lost their last three games of the 2022 Argetine League. Despite Sarmiento are in 12th place at the standings they are in danger of relegation due to the average table of the league.
River Plate vs Sarmiento: Date
River Plate will play against Sarmiento on Sunday, July 31, 2022 at 7:30 PM (ET). This game will be played at the Monumental Stadium in Buenos Aires for Matchday 11 of the 2022 Argentine League. Both teams seek a win to climb up places at the standings.
River Plate vs Sarmiento: Time by State in the US
ET: 7:30 PM
CT: 6:30 PM
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PT: 4:30 PM
How to watch River Plate vs Sarmiento in the US
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Residents of a WestUrban Properties apartment building in North Cowichan have been left scrambling to find new places to live after receiving eviction notices from the building’s managers.
The Magdalena building on Crosland Place was constructed over a nine-month period and completed in 2019. The five-storey building has multiple structural deficiencies and other work that needs remediation in order for it to be safe long-term, and residents must move out while the work is being done, according to information sent to tenants by the building’s owners.
An information packet sent out to the residents said, “Due to the sheer extent of the remediation work and the length of time that it is estimated to take to complete (at least six months), it will not be possible to maintain a safe living environment in the building while the work is being carried out.”
Residents must be out by Dec. 1 and are being offered one month rent and the return of their damage deposits for their troubles.
Building resident Paige Allen said she’s in a better position than many of her neighbours but wants to speak out on their behalf.
“I’m moving next month, we bought a house. We’re lucky,” she said. “But there’s a lot of people here that aren’t going to be in a good situation. They’re displacing so many people and it’s a pet friendly building, too, so so many people have dogs and cats.”
Allen said in the time she’s been a tenant there have been multiple floods.
“The building has had many defects,” she went on. “Our one neighbour had nine floods in two months in her house.”
Allen explained that during last summer’s heat wave, it got so hot that the fire alarms kept sounding because steam would build up in the venting system and be unable to escape.
She said she’s lost track of how many emergency water shut offs there’ve been due to flooding.
“We just keep water in our fridge now,” she admitted. “One of the neighbours had water leaking out of their electrical panel. It’s a bit of an unbearable situation.”
Allen said it wasn’t until the parkade was closed last month to shore up the support beams that residents began to understand the gravity of the situation.
“That’s when we started to realize that the structural problems with the building are a lot bigger than we thought they were,” she said.
“A lot of our neighbours have had more issues than us,” she noted of her particular unit. “There’s a lot of talk about lawsuits. I think a bunch of people are going to be banding together.”
“How did this building pass inspection?” she wondered.
North Cowichan Mayor Al Siebring said the municipality uses the Professional Reliance Model when it comes to such developments.
“From our perspective as a municipality, on projects this major we get schedule letters from the qualified professionals — the architects and engineers,” Siebring said. “They put their seal on it that this building meets the B.C. Building Codes and our municipal codes.”
Siebring noted that with smaller construction projects the municipality has its own building inspectors but the work needs to be outsourced for large projects like apartments “otherwise we’d have to hire more building inspectors and taxes would increase.”
“We recognize there can be complications with that but equally in 99 per cent of cases we use it in, it hasn’t been an issue,” he said. “It’s the standard way things are done.”
Municipal inspectors do a visual and a walk through but Siebring admits it’s difficult to spot flaws with a visual.
“From our perspective it’s obviously a design flaw,” he said, pointing the finger at the project’s engineers.
Siebring said the building hosts 64 units and 48 of those are occupied.
He said that when the municipal leaders first heard about the issue, their inclination was to go to the Ministry of Housing and ask if there was any way the tenants could remain in place while the remediation took place.
“The deeper you dig into it the more stuff you find out and you can’t live in there when the work is being done,” he said. “We want to do whatever we can to make sure the residents there are looked after and that they get some type of accommodation. Our responsibility at this point is to make sure that while the building continues to be occupied until Dec. 1, that there’s not a threat to life and limb or not any kind of a dangerous situation there.”
Meanwhile, North Cowichan staff are writing letters, to be signed by Siebring, to the Cowichan Housing Association, the Ministry of Housing and others saying while there wasn’t a fire and the building did not burn down, this still qualifies as emergent.
“We have zero rental vacancy in the Cowichan Valley and we need some help from [those] agencies so that we can get some accommodation somehow, some way for these people.
Siebring also said they’re reaching out to WestUrban to see if the company can do anything more for the building’s residents, such as help with moving expenses or to ensure rent hikes don’t occur when the building is reoccupied.
“We’re saying ‘we understand it’s going to cost you a fair amount of money to fix this but at the same time is there a way to avoid egregious rent increases?’”
A pre-hearing conference has been set for Nov. 21 and will include the tenants, WestUrban and the Residential Tenancy Branch, which will make the decision as to whether the request to evict all tenants is legitimate.
Siebring believes the evictions will stand.
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New USPS election division will oversee mail-in ballots
WASHINGTON (AP) — The United States Postal Service is creating a division to handle election mail issues as part of an effort to ensure swift and secure delivery of ballots for the 2022 midterm election, officials said Wednesday.
The idea behind the creation of the Election and Government Mail Services is to have a permanent division dedicated to dealing with election matters, instead of handling issues one at a time as in the past.
Adrienne Marshall, executive director of the division, said Wednesday that the services will oversee “election mail strike teams” in every local and district community to address any problems that might arise.
“We are fully committed to the secure and timely delivery of the nation’s election mail,” she said.
The Postal Service was dogged by backlogs and questions ahead of the 2020 presidential election, in which more than 135 million ballots were delivered to and from voters.
Despite the pandemic, the Postal Service said it delivered 97.9% of ballots from voters to election officials within three days, and 99.89% of ballots were delivered within seven days, in the 2020 election.
The Postal Service is sending guidance letters to election officials in each state and territory this week.
Postal workers are already hard at work delivering ballots this year. So far, nearly 40 million ballots have been mailed to and from voters during primary elections, officials said.
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SEATTLE (AP) _ RealNetworks Inc. (RNWK) on Thursday reported a loss of $5.1 million in its second quarter.
On a per-share basis, the Seattle-based company said it had a loss of 11 cents.
The software and service provider for digital entertainment companies posted revenue of $11.9 million in the period.
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Leaders and representatives of five Oklahoma-based tribes on Wednesday told a U.S. Senate committee that they have followed treaties and court rulings regarding the citizenship of Freedmen and that the federal government should respect their sovereignty.
Freedmen were the freed Black people enslaved by the Cherokee, Seminole, Choctaw, Muscogee (Creek) and Chickasaw nations. They were guaranteed the rights of citizens of the tribes under separate 1866 treaties with the United States.
That happened in the territory that became Oklahoma and not the rest of the slaveholding South because the U.S. government enforced stricter terms on Native American nations with slave-owners, and fully or partially joined with the Confederacy during the Civil War.
“History does not bode well in terms of efforts by the United States to impose its values,” on Native American tribes, Muscogee (Creek) Nation Ambassador Jonodev Chaudhuri told members of Senate Committee on Indian Affairs in Washington, D.C. The testimony comes amid an ongoing reckoning over a history of racism in the U.S.
California U.S. Rep. Maxine Waters, a Democrat, told the committee that Freedman have been denied services intended for tribal citizens, including housing assistance, COVID-19 vaccinations and federal stimulus funding, because some tribes do not include them as members.
“We must stand by the rights promised to Freedmen in the treaties that guaranteed those rights over a century ago,” Waters said.
Choctaw Nation attorney Michael Burrage said the nation does not recognize Freedmen as citizens, citing the Choctaw constitution that was adopted under a federal court order in 1983.
“We think the Choctaw Nation as a sovereign entity should be able to determine its memberships,” Burrage said. “Tribal membership is based on blood,” referring to the Certificate Degree of Indian Blood, or CDIB.
But Seminole Nation Assistant Chief Brian Thomas Palmer said the nation has recognized the right of Freedmen to become citizens since 1866.
“This short testimony to discuss select provisions (of the treaty) is a disservice to the Seminole and warrants a deeper conversation,” Palmer said.
In prepared comments to the committee, Palmer and Seminole Nation Chief Lewis Johnson said the tribe does not offer healthcare, life insurance, or the COVID-19 vaccine to tribal members because of a lack of funding. They said federal funding eligibility is determined by the funding agency, such as the Bureau of Indian Affairs.
BIA Assistant Secretary Bryan Newland told the committee that the bureau relies on the tribes to determine tribal citizenship.
Among the tribes, only the Cherokee Nation has met its obligations regarding Freedmen citizenship, which came following a federal court ruling in 2017, Newland said.
Cherokee Nation Principal Chief Chuck Hoskin Jr. said the tribe chose not to appeal the ruling because of its own actions regarding the Freedmen, including denying them the right to vote in tribal elections.
“The enslavement of other human beings and the subsequent denial to them and their descendants of their basic rights is a stain on the Cherokee Nation, and it’s a stain that must be lifted,” Hoskin said.
“Mr. Chairman, I offer an apology on behalf of the Cherokee Nation for these actions,” Hoskin told committee Chair Sen. Brian Schatz, a Democrat, of Hawaii.
Marilynn Vann, a Freedmen descendant and president of The Descendants of Freedmen of the Fives Tribes Association, called for congressional action to provide the descendants with funds from future appropriations to tribes, require the Interior Department register Freedmen descendants and to hold committee field hearings in Oklahoma to allow other descendants to attend.
Schatz said the goal of the committee is to “start a respectful dialogue … and to educate the committee and the public” about the removal of Native Americans from their native lands in the southeastern U.S. and enslavement of Black people in the U.S. He did not describe the next steps. | https://kdvr.com/news/nationalworld-news/ap-us-news/oklahoma-based-tribes-say-followed-rules-on-freedmen-rights/ | 2022-07-28T22:25:30Z | https://kdvr.com/news/nationalworld-news/ap-us-news/oklahoma-based-tribes-say-followed-rules-on-freedmen-rights/ | true | 33 |
SAN FRANCISCO, July 28, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Federal Home Loan Bank of San Francisco (Bank) today announced its operating results for the second quarter of 2022. Net income for the second quarter of 2022 was $48 million, a decline of $7 million compared with net income of $55 million for the second quarter of 2021.
The $7 million decrease in net income relative to the prior-year period was primarily attributable to a change of $5 million in other income/(loss) and an increase of $5 million in the provision for credit losses and was partially offset by an increase in net interest income of $1 million.
The $5 million change in other income/(loss) primarily resulted from an increase of $19 million in net fair value losses associated with non-hedge qualifying derivatives, mainly resulting from growth in short-term advances funded by economically hedged consolidated obligations that was offset by a decrease in net fair value losses of $19 million on trading securities that matured since the second quarter of 2021. In addition, the fair value of grantor trust assets related to funding the Bank’s employee retirement plans, which are primarily invested in publicly traded mutual funds, declined by $3 million.
Additionally, an increase of $5 million in the provision for credit losses contributed to the decrease in net income for the quarter, largely because of declines in the fair values and the present value of expected cash flows of certain private-label residential mortgage-backed securities (MBS) during the second quarter of 2022.
The $1 million increase in net interest income for the second quarter of 2022 reflected an increase in interest income of $119 million, primarily driven by higher yields on interest-earning assets (largely resulting from recent increases in interest rates on higher levels of new or renewed advances); an improvement of $10 million in retrospective adjustment of the effective yields on mortgage loans and related delivery commitments; an increase of $6 million in net gains on designated fair value hedges; and a $5 million increase in net prepayment fee income on advances and MBS. These improvements to net interest income were largely offset by an increase of $118 million in interest expense based on higher funding levels and costs.
At June 30, 2022, total assets were $87.6 billion, an increase of $33.5 billion from $54.1 billion at December 31, 2021. Advances increased to $43.2 billion at June 30, 2022, up from $17.0 billion at December 31, 2021, an increase of $26.2 billion, as member demand for short-term advances increased. The increase in total assets also included an increase in total investments of $7.4 billion, to $43.2 billion at June 30, 2022, up from $35.8 billion at December 31, 2021. The increase in investments primarily reflected increases in Federal funds sold of $4.5 billion, U.S. Treasury securities of $2.7 billion, and securities purchased under agreements to resell of $1.5 billion. This increase in investments was partially offset by a decline in MBS of $2.0 billion.
Accumulated other comprehensive income decreased by $231 million during the first six months of 2022, to $100 million at June 30, 2022, from $331 million at December 31, 2021, primarily reflecting lower fair values of MBS classified as available-for-sale, which primarily reflects the increase in market interest rates during the first half of 2022.
As of June 30, 2022, the Bank complied with all of its regulatory capital requirements. The Bank’s total regulatory capital ratio was lower compared to December 31, 2021, at 7.6%, exceeding the 4.0% requirement. The Bank had $6.6 billion in permanent capital at the end of the second quarter of 2022, exceeding its risk-based capital requirement of $764 million. Total retained earnings increased to $3.9 billion as of June 30, 2022, up from $3.8 billion at yearend 2021.
Today, the Bank’s board of directors declared a quarterly cash dividend on the average capital stock outstanding during the second quarter of 2022 at an annualized rate of 6.00%. The quarterly dividend rate is consistent with the Bank's dividend philosophy of endeavoring to pay a quarterly dividend at a rate between 5% and 7% annualized. The quarterly dividend will total $40 million, and the Bank expects to pay the dividend on August 10, 2022.
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- Investments consist of Federal funds sold, interest-bearing deposits, trading securities, available-for-sale securities, held-to-maturity securities, and securities purchased under agreements to resell.
- The regulatory capital ratio is calculated as regulatory capital divided by total assets. Regulatory capital includes retained earnings, Class B capital stock, and mandatorily redeemable capital stock (which is classified as a liability) but excludes accumulated other comprehensive income/(loss). Total regulatory capital as of June 30, 2022, and December 31, 2021, was $6.6 billion and $5.9 billion, respectively.
- Net interest margin is calculated as net interest income (annualized) divided by average interest-earning assets.
- Cash dividend declared, recorded, and paid during the period, on the average capital stock outstanding during the previous quarter.
Federal Home Loan Bank of San Francisco
The Federal Home Loan Bank of San Francisco is a member-driven cooperative helping local lenders in Arizona, California, and Nevada build strong communities, create opportunity, and change lives for the better. The tools and resources we provide to our member financial institutions–commercial banks, credit unions, industrial loan companies, savings institutions, insurance companies, and community development financial institutions–foster homeownership, expand access to quality housing, seed or sustain small businesses, and revitalize whole neighborhoods. Together with our members and other partners, we are making the communities we serve more vibrant, equitable, and resilient.
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Hospital delivers baby of Ukrainian refugee for free
DENVER (KMGH) – Ukrainian refugee Kseniia Malik was eight months pregnant when she fled her war-torn country and traveled to Colorado.
Malik’s aunt, who lives in Littleton, Colorado, begged her to join her there to escape the danger in Ukraine.
She and her husband and their two young children made the long trip but were concerned about the cost of having the baby in the U.S.
It was something of a godsend for Malik when doctors at Centura Littleton Adventist Hospital offered to take care of all the medical costs.
“When everything is ruined in your previous life, all plans or dreams destroyed, the kindness of people gives you hope,” Malik said.
Pamela Costanza, a registered nurse at the hospital, said the team wanted to do something to help someone from Ukraine.
“This was an opportunity that we could jump on,” she said.
Malik gave birth to her baby, named Regina, in June.
Regina entered the world without complications weighing 9 pounds, 7 ounces.
Malik’s husband went back to Ukraine to care for family members still living there while she and their children stayed in Littleton until they could all be reunited.
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Economic inflation has driven up prices on grocery store shelves and gas pumps this year, but cannabis prices have actually fallen.
In June, cannabis hit its lowest value since late 2019, the Oregon Liquor and Cannabis Commission reports. Revenue also fell from a 2021 high.
Eugene businesses say customers are still coming, but they are buying less. Mark Pettinger of the OLCC’s Recreational Marijuana Program said inflation and exhausted stimulus have tempered customer demand.
“The discretionary income that they'd accumulated or had available during the onset of the pandemic, they're now having to spend on other expenses.”
Last year’s harvest shattered previous records. Excess cannabis can be preserved in shelf-stable products, but if demand isn’t high enough, growers may be forced to throw it away.
Pettinger said Oregon cannabis businesses are pinched by federal restrictions, but adds the industry is still trending towards long-term growth. | https://www.klcc.org/economy-business/2022-07-28/cannabis-prices-hit-low-despite-inflation | 2022-07-28T22:29:27Z | https://www.klcc.org/economy-business/2022-07-28/cannabis-prices-hit-low-despite-inflation | false | 1 |
When it comes to organizing and cleaning, there's no place like TikTok for discovering the latest and greatest products. The app has become a treasure trove of users sharing their favorite cheap yet useful home finds that "just make sense," whether you're cleaning your walls for the first time or organizing your cabinets. Next on our #TikTokMadeMeBuyIt shopping list? These viral bathroom shelves that will completely revamp your shower, damage-free, for only $30.
If this is the first you're ever hearing of adhesive shower shelves, you're in for a treat. They will make your shower feel brand new, giving your bathroom that spa-like feeling with plenty of newfound room to organize and display all of your favorite hair and body care products. And while adhesive shower shelves are nothing new, this version in particular went viral because they are both super affordable and super sturdy. TikToker @jettsetfarmhouse posted a video using the shelves to reorganize her kids' bathroom, and it's racked up over 3 million views. Plus, the shelves have over 20,000 reviews and a nearly perfect 4.8-star rating on Amazon.
To install the shelves, first completely clean and dry the surface where you want to hang them. It is recommended to apply them to tile, glass, stone or metal (they are compatible with most shower stalls, but you should avoid hanging them directly on your bathroom wall). Next, peel the adhesive backing off and firmly attach it to the wall, carefully squeezing out all air bubbles. On the front side of the adhesive strip are plastic hinges—that's where you attach on the wire shelf unit. Let the shelf hang on the adhesive for 24 hours to bond completely with the shower wall before putting anything on it.
Then comes the fun part: organizing the shelves. The shelves have a wide base that can fit two standard-size shampoo or body wash bottles deep, with a weight capacity of 15 pounds each. They also have four hooks to hang shower essentials like loofahs, body brushes or razors. We recommend pairing the shelves with the matching soap holder if you also need a place to store bar soap.
The best thing about these shelves is that they don't require any tools, drilling or holes in the wall, making them great for renters who want to personalize their shower.
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Bernard Cribbins survived being shot, his backside almost being blown off by a special effect – and acted until the end
FOR almost 80 years give-it-a-go hero Bernard Cribbins sprinkled comic magic on anything that was thrown at him.
The 93-year-old, whose death was announced yesterday, appeared in Hollywood thrillers, had two top ten hits, received a Bafta nod for his Railway Children role, voiced The Wombles and told a record 114 stories on Jackanory.
His movie co-stars included the likes of David Niven, Helen Mirren, Peter Sellers and Ursula Andress.
Having left school aged 13 to join his local theatre company in Oldham, Bernard was filming a Doctor Who special this May.
Nothing held him back.
Not a triple heart bypass, spinal surgery, prostate cancer or having both knees replaced.
While filming, he survived being shot by an extra and his backside almost being blown off by a dodgy special effect.
And he was once a brave paratrooper dodging bullets in Palestine.
Dr Who producer Russell T Davies said last night “A legend has left the world.”
His passing comes just nine months after his wife of 66 years died.
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Bernard, though, was never one to dwell on life’s hardships, brushing off all his health worries and heartaches, which included not being able to become a father.
Discussing his own mortality the star said: “It’s part of the contract.
"You’re born, you get to there and you stop. I don’t think about it.
“No point, have a laugh.”
That down-to-earth approach was instilled in Bernard in his no-nonsense upbringing in a two-up two-down in Oldham which had no hot water.
His mum Ethel was a cotton weaver who learned to lipread because of the loud machinery in the mill and his war veteran dad John was a plumber.
There was little time for the arts.
Bernard explained: “My parents didn’t read to me. My dad was a jobbing labourer, my mother was in the cotton mills.
"They were knackered when they came in. They fed me and it was ‘get upstairs’.”
He was all set to become a carpenter, until a theatre director noticed his talents as a 12-year-old.
In January 1943, Bernard started work as assistant stage manager at Oldham Rep, which involved 70-hour working weeks where he would do everything from sort out sets to perform small walk-on parts.
When he won the starring role of Stanley Kowalski in A Streetcar Named Desire he didn’t quite come across as Marlon Brando who made the role famous on the silver screen.
The self-deprecating Bernard said: “I came on and took off the T-shirt, because I was in shape then, and wiped my armpits with it, and then threw it away.
"And a man on the front row threw up.”
There was little thought of health and safety, so much so that during a 1947 production of Macbeth, Bernard witnessed fellow actor Harold Norman being accidently fatally stabbed on stage.
Bernard recalled: “It was normal then to use real swords. Fake ones were expensive, and the fights were always well rehearsed.”
National Service, which came calling in 1947, was even more dangerous.
Bernard applied to become a paratrooper for the extra cash, but said: “I was the only one from my platoon who passed the selection process and I was feeling pleased till an officer said ‘Army Air Corps, eh? Goo-ood.
"It’s a short life, but a sweet one.’”
Having been deployed in Palestine during the 1947–1949 war he had to duck bullets and bombs.
He recalled: “There were a couple of hairy moments there certainly.
“You never knew who was going to have a pop at you and you got behind a wall as quick as you could.”
On completing his service, Bernard returned to the stage and fell in love with work colleague Gillian.
It was a match scorned by some of her relatives, because she came from “a posh family from Chelsea”.
He said: “One of Gill’s disapproving aunts said: ‘But Gillian, you don’t know where he’s been’.”
That didn’t stop the loved-up pair walking down the aisle in 1955 and a year later Bernard made his debut on London’s West End in the hit play A Comedy of Errors.
With his career taking off, Gillian stepped away from acting so the two wouldn’t be in separate productions in different parts of the country.
Bernard admitted: “I think you really do need to be with each other as much as you can be because there are so many temptations in this business.
“When you have to rehearse with some gorgeous lady and have to kiss her, there has to be temptation.”
Their dreams of starting a family, though, were dashed because they were unable to have children.
Bernard said: “Early on in our marriage Gill had a miscarriage then nothing happened after that.
“It was very upsetting at the time but eventually your life takes a different turn.”
That turn included working with George Martin, The Beatles’ legendary producer, in 1962 to record two novelty hit singles.
Right Said Fred, which reached number ten and The Hole In The Ground, number nine, are still considered comedy classics.
“For three weeks in the 1960s I was nearly a pop star,” Bernard said, but he felt the novelty would wear off and he returned to acting.
A run of movies followed, including the James Bond parody Casino Royale, The Wrong Arm Of The Law with Sellers, Alfred Hitchcock’s Frenzy, three Carry On films and a 1966 Doctor Who movie titled Daleks’ Invasion Earth 2150 AD.
While making the adventure She with Swiss sex symbol Andress in 1964 a stunt went so wrong he reckoned it left “my bum blown off”.
It could have been the end of Bernard because there were “twenty-odd pieces of metal, that far away from everything”.
He had to have the shrapnel removed.
In the same year, Carry On Spying proved to be far from humorous for Bernard.
He said: “There were some unpleasant moments, especially when I was shot point blank in the face by an extra with a gun.”
The success of The Railway Children in 1970 more than compensated for those hair-raising moments.
His performance as kindly station porter Albert Perks saw him nominated for a Bafta and is what he will best be remembered for.
Even his cameos live long in the memory, with his outraged spoon salesman matching John Cleese for derangement on a 1975 episode of the Fawlty Towers sitcom.
From 1973 he recorded all the voices of the cuddly rubbish collectors in The Wombles for two years.
He particularly liked Madame Cholet, who he said “I think Bulgaria was having it off with”.
Such childhood-ruining comments were not out of character for Bernard, who shouldn’t be confused with his saintly TV persona.
Bernard once commented that he didn’t want people to think “actors are permanently jolly and don’t have a proper job.
“Like anyone else I have my downs, and acting can be tough.”
Those downs included numerous health struggles he had to overcome.
He said: “I had a triple bypass in 1998 and it saved my life. Those surgeons are truly amazing.”
Then in 2009 he was diagnosed with prostate cancer, which medics helped Bernard to expel fully.
Work was never in short supply, and Bernard was content to top up the bank balance by putting his voice to adverts, most notably voicing Buzby for the Post Office.
That afforded a nice home in Weybridge, Surrey, plenty of golf and time for his passion of fishing.
Later in his career, Bernard returned to Dr Who, playing the grandpa of the time traveller’s sidekick Donna Noble.
His old-school approach endeared him to the rest of the crew, with Russell T Davies recalling: “He’d turned up with a suitcase full of props, just in case, including a rubber chicken.”
Earlier this year Bernard recorded scenes with former Time Lord David Tennant for the sci-fi show’s forthcoming 60th anniversary.
The durable actor also surprised fans by playing a romeo in Coronation Street in 2003.
In 2009 Bernard received a Special Award at the British Academy Children’s Awards and two years later a much-deserved OBE in the Queen’s Birthday Honours list.
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HAYWARD, Calif., July 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- AcelRx Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (Nasdaq: ACRX), a specialty pharmaceutical company, today announced that it will release second quarter financial results after market close on Thursday, August 11, 2022. AcelRx management will host a live webcast and conference call at 4:30 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time/1:30 p.m. Pacific Daylight Time on August 11, 2022 to discuss the financial results and provide an update on the Company's business.
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The webcast can be accessed by visiting the Investors section of the Company's website at www.acelrx.com and clicking on the webcast link on the Investors home page. The webcast will be accompanied by a slide presentation. A webcast replay will be available on the AcelRx website for 90 days following the call and webcast.
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AcelRx Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is a specialty pharmaceutical company focused on the development and commercialization of innovative therapies for use in medically supervised settings. AcelRx's proprietary, non-invasive sublingual formulation technology delivers sufentanil with consistent pharmacokinetic profiles. The Company has one approved product in the U.S., DSUVIA® (sufentanil sublingual tablet, 30 mcg), known as DZUVEO® in Europe, indicated for the management of acute pain severe enough to require an opioid analgesic for adult patients in certified medically supervised healthcare settings, and several product candidates. The product candidates include: Zalviso® (sufentanil sublingual tablet system, SST system, 15 mcg), an investigational product in the U.S. being developed as an innovatively designed patient-controlled analgesia (PCA) system for reduction of moderate-to-severe acute pain in medically supervised settings; two pre-filled, ready-to-use syringes of ephedrine and phenylephrine licensed for the U.S. from Aguettant; Niyad™, a regional anticoagulant for the extracorporeal circuit; and LTX-608, for the potential treatment of COVID-19, disseminated intravascular coagulation, acute respiratory distress syndrome and acute pancreatitis. DZUVEOis an approved product in Europe.
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Biden says he's 'feeling better every day' after COVID case
WASHINGTON — (AP) — President Joe Biden said Monday that he's "feeling better every day" as he recovers from his coronavirus infection, and the White House plans to hold a summit on Tuesday to discuss developing a new generation of vaccines that could more effectively guard against contagious variants.
After participating in a virtual meeting to talk about computer chip manufacturing, Biden said “everything's on the button” with the medical tests he's been receiving each evening.
He also said he's been sleeping better, joking that his dog had to wake him up this morning.
“My wife's not here, she usually takes him out,” Biden said. Shortly before 7 a.m., he said he felt “the nuzzle of my dog's nose against my chest." First lady Jill Biden has been at the family home in Delaware while the president isolates in the White House residence.
Biden said his voice is still raspy and he still has nasal congestion, but he's “on my way to fully recovered, God willing.”
“I'm not keeping the same hours, but I'm meeting all my requirements that have come before me," he said.
It was Biden's first public appearance since Friday. Although his voice was deeper and raspier than normal, a deep and persistent cough was all but gone.
He is also expected to deliver pre-recorded remarks to the National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives conference in Orlando, Fla.
The vaccine summit on Tuesday, which involves top administration officials, scientists and pharmaceutical executives, comes as the country faces a surge of infections from BA.5, a variant that's an offshoot of the omicron strain.
Although the current generation of vaccines, plus antiviral drugs, have helped prevent hospitalizations and deaths, there are hopes that new versions could provide more durable protection against disruptive infections.
The president was likely infected by the BA.5 variant, and he tested positive on Thursday. A new note from his doctor, released on Monday, said his symptoms have "almost completely resolved."
Dr. Kevin O’Connor also wrote that his vital signs remain “absolutely normal."
Biden has been taking the antiviral drug Paxlovid, and he plans to remain isolated in the White House residence.
“He continues to be very specifically conscientious to protect any of the Executive Residence, White House, Secret Service and other staff whose duties require any (albeit socially distanced) proximity to him,” O'Connor wrote.
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After David Benioff and D.B. Weiss led eight seasons of Game of Thrones, a new duo is taking over for prequel House of the Dragon: Ryan Condal and Miguel Sapochnik.
Condal was named “heir to the throne, in a way” by creator George R.R. Martin after spending the last 20 years as a fan of the books; he then convinced Sapochnik, who had directed some of Thrones‘ most famous episodes, to join him.
“I didn’t immediately warm to the idea of spending any more nights in the freezing cold,” Sapochnik admitted at the show’s premiere event in Los Angeles on Wednesday, but eventually signed on. He also received some advice from his former bosses: “They said, ‘Don’t do it,’ and David didn’t talk to me for six months,” the co-showrunner joked. “No, they were lovely. I had one of the best experiences I’ve ever had in my career working with David and Dan — they were wonderful to me, wonderful friends. No one’s ever going to happy if you start going out with your best mate’s girlfriend, it’s just not going to happen, but they were good.”
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This series takes place 200 years before the events of Game of Thrones, and tells the story of House Targaryen, from which Emilia Clarke’s Daenerys and (spoiler alert) Kit Harrington’s Jon Snow descended.
“As soon as George pitched this to me, all the gears clicked into place. Telling the story of the Targaryens at the height of their power made tons of sense coming off the original show because we get to know Daenerys very well, we get to know the myth and legend of her family but we don’t know much about the Targaryens as they actually existed,” Condal told The Hollywood Reporter. “It’s an intimate story; it’s a bit of a Greek tragedy about the house divided, a house that tears itself apart over a succession. Very Game of Thrones but very different from the original.”
Taking on HBO’s first Thrones follow-up came with significant pressure, Condal said, and even more that he put on himself as a longtime fan. When in doubt, he asked, “‘What would Ryan the fan do?’ I held to that, knowing you can’t possibly please everyone all at once. The fanbase is very strong and passionate and I think they know what they want, you just want to give them it in a way they don’t expect.”
Fans have also been vocally comparing the show to the upcoming Lord of the Rings series The Rings of Power, which is debuting on Amazon just days after House of the Dragon premieres on HBO.
“My hope is that both series work and find a huge fanbase and that there’s a huge overlap in the fanbase,” Condal said, acknowledging he’s a huge J.R.R. Tolkien fan. “I think the more big, expensive — really expensive — fantasies that work on television, the better for us fans because they’ll make more of them. I desperately want Rings of Power to work. I’m going to be there watching it the first night it’s available, I will watch all of them.”
Echoed Sapochnik, “Lord of the Rings is great IP and great material. I have no idea what they’ve done — I didn’t make it past The Hobbit 1 — but fantastic. The more the merrier really.”
House of the Dragon premieres on HBO Max Aug. 21.
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US Economy Shrinks For A 2nd Quarter, Raising Recession Fear
WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. economy shrank from April through June for a second straight quarter, contracting at a 0.9% annual pace and raising fears that the nation may be approaching a recession.
The decline that the Commerce Department reported Thursday in the gross domestic product — the broadest gauge of the economy — followed a 1.6% annual drop from January through March. Consecutive quarters of falling GDP constitute one informal, though not definitive, indicator of a recession.
The GDP report for last quarter pointed to weakness across the economy. Consumer spending slowed as Americans bought fewer goods. Business investment fell. Inventories tumbled as businesses slowed their restocking of shelves, shaving 2 percentage points from GDP.
Higher borrowing rates, a consequence of the Federal Reserve’s series of rate hikes, clobbered home construction, which shrank at a 14% annual rate. Government spending dropped, too.
The report comes at a critical time. Consumers and businesses have been struggling under the weight of punishing inflation and higher loan costs. On Wednesday, the Fed raised its benchmark rate by a sizable three-quarters of a point for a second straight time in its push to conquer the worst inflation outbreak in four decades.
The Fed is hoping to achieve a notoriously difficult “soft landing”: An economic slowdown that manages to rein in rocketing prices without triggering a recession.
Apart from the United States, the global economy as a whole is also grappling with high inflation and weakening growth, especially after Russia’s invasion of Ukraine sent energy and food prices soaring. Europe, highly dependent on Russian natural gas, appears especially vulnerable to a recession.
In the United States, the inflation surge and fear of a recession have eroded consumer confidence and stirred anxiety about the economy, which is sending frustratingly mixed signals. And with the November midterm elections nearing, Americans’ discontent has diminished President Joe Biden’s public approval ratings and could increase the likelihood that the Democrats will lose control of the House and Senate.
Fed Chair Jerome Powell and many economists have said that while the economy is showing some weakening, they doubt it’s in recession. Many of them point, in particular, to a still-robust labor market, with 11 million job openings and an uncommonly low 3.6% unemployment rate, to suggest that a recession, if one does occur, isn’t here yet.
“The back-to-back contraction of GDP will feed the debate about whether the U.S. is in, or soon headed for, a recession,” said Sal Guatieri, senior economist at BMO Capital Markets. “The fact that the economy created 2.7 million payrolls in the first half of the year would seem to argue against an official recession call for now.”
Still, Guatieri said, “the economy has quickly lost steam in the face of four-decade high inflation, rapidly rising borrowing costs and a general tightening in financial conditions.”
In the meantime, Congress may be moving toward approving action to fight inflation under an agreement announced Wednesday by Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer and Sen. Joe Manchin, a West Virginia Democrat. Among other things, the measure would allow Medicare to negotiate prescription drug prices with pharmaceutical companies, and the new revenue would be used to lower costs for seniors on medications.
In the wake of Thursday’s government report, Biden dismissed any notion that the data depicted an economy in recession. The administration has stressed that solid job growth and low unemployment show that the U.S. economy is still growing despite two consecutive quarterly declines in GDP. Speaking from the White House, Biden leaned on remarks that Powell and other economic leaders have made.
“Both Chairman Powell and many of the significant banking personnel and economists say we’re not in recession,” the president said.
The government’s first of three estimates of GDP for the April-June quarter marked a drastic weakening from the 5.7% growth the economy achieved last year. That was the fastest calendar-year expansion since 1984, reflecting how vigorously the economy roared back from the brief but brutal pandemic recession of 2020.
But since then, the combination of mounting prices and higher borrowing costs have taken a toll. The Labor Department’s consumer price index skyrocketed 9.1% in June from a year earlier, a pace not matched since 1981. And despite widespread pay raises, prices are surging faster than wages. In June, average hourly earnings, after adjusting for inflation, slid 3.6% from a year earlier, the 15th straight year-over-year drop.
Americans are still spending, though more tepidly. Thursday’s report showed that consumer spending rose at a 1% annual pace from April through June, down from 1.8% in the first quarter and 2.5% in the final three months of 2021.
Spending on goods like appliances and furniture, which had soared while Americans were sheltering at home early in the pandemic, dropped at a 4.4% annual rate last quarter. But spending on services, like airline trips and dinners out, rose at a 4.1% rate, indicating that millions of consumers are venturing out more.
Before accounting for surging prices, the economy actually grew at a 7.8% annual pace in the April-June quarter. But inflation wiped out that gain and then some and produced a negative GDP number.
Against that backdrop, Americans are losing confidence. Their assessment of economic conditions six months from now has reached its lowest point since 2013, according to the Conference Board, a research group.
The Fed’s hikes have already led to higher rates on credit cards and auto loans and to a doubling of the average rate on a 30-year fixed mortgage in the past year, to 5.5. Home sales, which are especially sensitive to interest rate changes, have tumbled.
Even with the economy recording a second straight quarter of negative GDP, many economists do not regard it as constituting a recession. The definition of recession that is most widely accepted is the one determined by the National Bureau of Economic Research, a group of economists whose Business Cycle Dating Committee defines a recession as “a significant decline in economic activity that is spread across the economy and lasts more than a few months.”
The committee assesses a range of factors before publicly declaring the death of an economic expansion and the birth of a recession — and it often does so well after the fact.
“If we aren’t yet in a recession, we soon will be,″ said Joshua Shapiro, chief U.S. economist for the economic consulting firm Maria Fiorini Ramirez Inc. “An economy rapidly losing momentum combined with aggressive monetary tightening is not a recipe for a soft landing or any other type of happy ending.″ | https://www.whbc.com/us-economy-shrinks-for-a-2nd-quarter-raising-recession-fear/ | 2022-07-28T22:40:33Z | https://www.whbc.com/us-economy-shrinks-for-a-2nd-quarter-raising-recession-fear/ | true | 34 |
Lauren Pearl is giving new meaning to the term high-flying soprano.
Sure, her latest venture calls for her to sing up to a high C, but plenty of operatic heroines have to do that. What’s different in Pearl’s case is that she will be singing while scaling a 60-foot brick wall.
Pearl is performing the role of Louise in “Gould’s Wall,” a work that is receiving its world premiere at Toronto’s adventuresome Tapestry Opera beginning Aug. 4.
The opera is the brainchild of composer Brian Current, who regularly passes the wall on his way to work with students at the Glenn Gould School, which is housed in Toronto’s Royal Conservatory of Music. The brick facade is a remnant of a building that dates back to 1881, and it was preserved when the conservatory got a new, modern facility.
“That vertical space was just crying out for something to happen,” Current said. “With singers climbing on the walls, and the audience in the atrium looking up.”
He enlisted Liza Balkan, a performer, director and writer, who created a libretto that, as she said, tells “the story of a young artist, a woman, climbing the wall as a journey toward finding her own voice, the readiness to fly and soar.”
Along the way she encounters numerous characters who are harnessed to windows on the wall. Singing from below is Gould himself — the legendary pianist known for perfectionism who remains one of Canada’s most revered classical music figures nearly 40 years after his death.
“He is a presence in the building always,” Balkan said, and in the opera “he is there to support and also interrogate” the artist on her journey.
To play Louise, the company engaged Pearl, who was not a climber but had been training as an aerialist after, as she explained, “I fell in love with a circus performer.”
“I felt the story was very resonant and uplifting and inspiring,” Pearl said. “I thought immediately, I want to do that. But yeah, it’s daunting. It’s a high space.”
She has been practicing on the wall with the help of DangerBoy, a company whose website says it specializes in “stunts, rigging and special effects.” For the performances, Pearl will be securely fastened to a harness with a carabiner for extra protection.
Pearl said she found that singing while suspended from ropes and scaling a wall requires some adjustment in her vocal technique. ”There needs to be a line of energy through my entire body,” she said. “A greater awareness of tension and support.”
Current’s score, which runs about an hour, will be played by an orchestra consisting of five pianos along with an ensemble of brass, winds, strings and percussion.
The audience of just over 100 will be divided into sections, with prime seating on the atrium floor in reclining chairs angled to provide an easy view of the ascent.
“We thought at first of having people lie on mats,” Current said. “But our audience is largely people who aren’t 20.”
Other spectators will be on a balcony of the new building across from the wall. “Then you’re almost at the same level of the singers and also looking down and you can see the orchestra down below,” Current said.
Tom Comet, head rigger for DangerBoy, said the technical aspect of supporting Pearl’s climb is “pretty simple stuff. We’re pulling on a rope, we’re pulling some ropes through some pulleys, we’re redirecting that line.
“That said,” Comet added, “anytime we have human life in our hands … we need to be 100,000% sure that everything’s going to work as we anticipate.
“For me,” Comet said, “the coolest thing is that Lauren is actually belting out opera fearlessly while she’s suspended in the air, 40-50 feet up. It’s gonna be pretty incredible to experience.”
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A Greek detective investigating the death of tragic Jack Fenton has claimed the Brit tourist 'didn't listen' to people 'shouting stop' when he was fatally struck by a helicopter blade. The 22-year-old was enjoying a sunny holiday with his friends when the tragedy happened, leaving him dead at the scene shortly after 6pm on Monday night (July 25).
Returning from the Greek party island of Mykonos with his pals, the Kent native is thought to have stepped off the helicopter in Spata, close to the nation's capital Athens, before making his way towards the rear of the chopper. Unbeknownst to him, the blades were still spinning which lead to his death.
Athens accident investigation chief Ioannis Kondylis says that although it remains unknown why Jack returned to the helicopter minutes after disembarking, he maintains that "all the regulations stipulated by the helicopter's manual were observed", though Jack's friends disagree.
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Previous reports suggested Jack was taking a selfie, but the investigator disagrees and says it is believed he may have talking on the phone, though nothing has been confirmed.
Speaking to local media, Mr Kondylis continued: "From the testimonies we have collected, it does not appear from anywhere that the young man wanted to take a selfie. What is reported is that the 22-year-old was holding a mobile phone and had it to his ear, but it has not yet been clarified whether he was talking.”
"We have taken statements from both the pilot and the two ground staff. These are testimonies that must then be cross-referenced," Kondylis added. But two days ago, Jack's friends contested the police version of events.
Jack Stanton-Gleaves, who was at the scene with friends James Yeabsley and Max Savage, said: "No instructions were given when exiting the helicopter and no one escorted us to the lounge. All they did was open the doors for us."
The 20-year-old also claims that the group exited the helicopter on their own, and that 'no one stopped Jack' from heading towards the aircraft. He also disputes the fact Jack was on his phone, adding he 'doesn't know' why he turned towards the rear of the helicopter.
Jack lived in Staplehurst, a village on the outskirts of London in Kent. He was a graduate from Oxford Brookes University, where he earned a degree in Sports Coaching and PE last year.
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Humans without proper training in the Demon Slayer universe are doomed if they come into contact with a demon. So, people who protect the masses from such bloodthirsty creatures have to hone their swordsmanship and build up their skills in a particular breathing technique known as "Total Concentration Breathing".
Doing so greatly increases their physical abilities, which evens their odds of slaying the demons in question. So far, a lot of breathing styles have been taught by the Demon Slayer Corps, but some styles may often prove their superiority in terms of swordsmanship styles.
So stick with us as we determine the power disparity between these techniques and their users and rank them accordingly.
Wind Breathing and 9 other breathing styles in Demon Slayer as well as their users, ranked
10) Sound Breathing - Tengen Uzui
Inspired and derived from Thunder Breathing, Tengen uses his skills as a ninja and advanced techniques like Echolocation and Musical Score to execute Sound Breathing flawlessly. This style mimics the way sound works and takes advantage of tools and Tengen's superior agility to deal massive damage to demons.
Tengen's skills do not require questioning as he faced the likes of Gyutaro and Daki while nearly being on par with them. He also used explosives and nun-chucks to incorporate them in battles while developing Sound Breathing.
Tengen struggled a lot and got his arm severed in his fight against Gyutaro and Daki. Thus, Tengen and his Sound Breathing are considered to be weaker than other Hashiras who accomplished much more.
9) Serpent Breathing - Obanai Iguro
Drawing inspiration from the slithering movements and cunning survivability of snakes, Serpent Breathing replicates it within the swordsmanship of Obanai. To carry out his duties as the Serpent Hashira, he uses his twisted sword in the motion of a slithering snake.
Serpent Breathing carries several perks which correspond well with the smooth-flowing nature of Water Breathing and is also derived from the same. All five confirmed forms of Serpent Breathing were showcased in the manga, and it seems like the forms are free-flowing and indirect. However, this breathing technique has the offputting potential to slow attack speed.
8) Mist Breathing - Muichiro Tokito
The swift and unique forms of Mist Breathing mimic the obscuring nature of mist and replicate it within its one and only known user, Muichiro Tokito. He uses quick and efficient strikes to obscure his opponent's surroundings, making them feel like they are engulfed in the confusion of Mist.
Talent flows in Muichiro's veins as he is the direct descendent of Upper Rank One, Kokushibo. He had enough talent to become a hashira within two months of holding a sword.
Not only has he mastered Mist Breathing completely, but he has also contributed a form of his own to it. While he tends to be quite straightforward and self-concerned due to a harsh childhood, his skill as a swordsman is where he shines.
7) Wind Breathing - Sanemi Shinazugawa
Blowing torrents and whirlwinds have inspired the 9 known forms of Wind Breathing. Utilizing the air around them to attack opponents is also one of the few perks of using the Wind Breathing technique. However, most forms of this technique are offensive, and the swordsman must compensate for it by being quick on his feet.
Sanemi is a hot-blooded and impulsive swordsman who does not slack when it comes to beheading demons. His incredible speed and reflexes make him an expert in the art of Wind Breathing.
While Sanemi did survive the final battle, Wind Breathing's lack of defense makes it weaker when compared to other Breathing styles.
6) Thunder Breathing - Zenitsu Agatsuma
The core of Thunder Breathing would be exactly as it sounds, being extremely swift with one's movement and attacks. It utilizes the user's lightning speed to instantly overwhelm enemies and destroy them in seconds.
One of the most remarkable users of Thunder Breathing is Zenitsu, the cowardly demon slayer who becomes an absolute menace when unconscious. Zenitsu goes on to develop a 7th form for Thunder Breathing to take on his former senior, Kaigaku, who brought him and his master shame by joining forces with Muzan.
Due to its logically complex nature and lack of forms, Thunder Breathing can probably be countered when fighting a skilled opponent.
5) Flame Breathing - Kyojuro Rengoku
Flame Breathing uses the unpredictable and fierce nature of flames to cut through enemies. Being one of the closest techniques to Sun Breathing, its potency against demons cannot be questioned.
Rengoku's potential as the Flame Hashira is immense as he also perfected the ninth form of Flame Breathing, which is exclusive to his family. Rengoku kept up with Akaza using this fierce technique, but due to the mortal nature of his body, he succumbed to his injuries without knowing the glory of victory.
Demons will always have the upper hand at night, and if Akaza had been a tad bit late, the fight between them could've been completely different. However, it is a fact that Akaza's strength and regeneration ability overwhelmed Rengoku's mastery of Flame Breathing.
4) Water Breathing - Giyu Tomioka
The flexibility, fluidity, and adaptability of water greatly contribute to the development of Water Breathing. Swordsmen would have to be agile and flexible to use their swords in a fluid motion. Adaptibility comes into play as Water Breathing has 10 forms and another 11th developed by Giyu.
Giyu, closely followed by Urokodaki, one of the most skilled users of Water Breathing. His incredible speed, endurance, and strength even surprised and impressed the likes of Akaza.
While Giyu did a good job in his fight against Akaza, fans have estimated his potential to be a bit lower than what they expected. Tanjiro pretty much did the heavy-lifting during his battle with Akaza, which left Giyu in the shadows.
3) Stone Breathing - Gyomei Himejima
Stone Breathing is known for making use of the ground beneath the swordsman as well as his surroundings. This results in powerful blows and solid strikes that are equally effective on offense and defense.
Himejima is referred to as the toughest Hashira among the nine. His physical prowess is such that he was able to keep a demon at bay till sunrise using only his brute strength. His weapon is also unique and could be described as an Ax connected to a flail by a chain. Despite being blind since birth, his accomplishments and reputation speak for themselves.
Himejima played an immense role in defeating Kokushibo, and while he did his best, he could not keep up with Muzan's might and succumbed to his injuries.
2) Moon Breathing - Kokushibo
The shape of a crescent moon is the only constant in Moon Breathing and all of its 16 forms follow it. Being as close to Sun Breathing as possible, its potential can only be challenged by the likes of a few living beings in the Demon Slayer universe, like Yoiriichi.
Kokushibo is the older twin brother of the legendary Yoriichi Tsugikuni, the strongest Demon Slayer in history. He was always envious of his brother, who seemed to have a natural talent for swordsmanship. When he couldn't master Sun Breathing, he went on with his own form of battle tactics and developed Moon Breathing.
Kokushibo and his powerful Moon Breathing technique kept up with three immensely powerful Hashiras, like the Stone, Mist, and Wind Hashira.
1) Sun Breathing - Yoriichi Tsugikuni
Sun Breathing is known to be the first breathing technique to ever exist and the strongest of them all. If the swordsman masters this breathing technique completely, it cannot be challenged.
Sun Breathing has no specific pattern and can be extremely complicated to master. All the other techniques have come into existence, thanks to Yoriichi altering Sun Breathing to suit his students' strengths and weaknesses.
Thus, one can only imagine what a beast Yoriichi was in his prime. He defeated Muzan once, which is a huge accomplishment in itself. He is regarded as the perfect swordsman, and his feats are nothing short of legendary.
Final Thoughts
As the release date of Season 3 of Demon Slayer approaches, the hype surrounding the anime's lore and characters has reached new heights. Characters with diverse personalities and the anime's overall mood shift from goofy to dead serious. While it is still unclear which character or breathing style is superior to the other, fans continue to debate among themselves. These discussions are entertaining, and the community would genuinely appreciate more of them.
Note: The poster in the tweet is fan-made. The list is subjective and reflects the opinions of the writer. | https://www.sportskeeda.com/anime/demon-slayer-top-10-breathing-styles-user-ranked | 2022-07-28T22:49:01Z | https://www.sportskeeda.com/anime/demon-slayer-top-10-breathing-styles-user-ranked | false | 1 |
When buying an electronic lab notebook, also called an ELN, there are many factors to consider. This guide will help you make the best decision for your needs. Before buying, you need to understand what this program is.
What is an electronic lab notebook?
An electronic lab notebook is a computer program that allows scientists to track their experiments, store data and results, and share their work with colleagues. ELNs are designed to replace paper lab notebooks and provide a more efficient way to manage research data.
There are different use of an electronic lab notebook, including:
- a) Used to manage and plan experiments
- b) Used to collect and store data
- c) Used to share work with colleagues
- d) Used to track results
- . Pharmaceutical/ biotech companies
- . Online stores
- . App stores
- . Manufacturer’s website
- 1. Ease of use
- 2. Functionality
- 3. Compatibility
- 4. Price
- 5. Support
- 6. Training
- 7. Reviews
a) Used to manage and plan experiments
When you have experiments that need to be carried out, an ELN can help you plan and track your work. This includes keeping track of equipment, reagents, and samples.
b) Used to collect and store data
After experimenting, you can use an ELN to collect and store data. This data can be in the form of text, images, and even videos.
c) Used to share work with colleagues
An ELN can also be used to share your work with colleagues. This is done by exporting data from the program into a format that can be shared.
d) Used to track results
Lastly, an ELN can be used to track results. This includes keeping track of what worked and what didn’t. This data can be used to improve future experiments.
Now that you know the benefits of ELN, you need to know the different places you can procure one, namely:
. Pharmaceutical/ biotech companies
These companies offer a wide range of ELN programs. Some of these programs are free, while others are not.
. Online stores
Many online stores sell ELNs. These include Amazon and eBay.
. App stores
Some ELNs can be found in app stores. This includes the Apple App Store and the Google Play Store.
. Manufacturer’s website
You can also find ELNs on the manufacturer’s website. This is a great place to find the latest versions of the program.
There are many different types of electronic lab notebooks on the market, so it is crucial to choose one that is right for you. Here are some factors to consider when making your decision to buy an electronic lab notebook:
1. Ease of use
ELNs vary in their levels of complexity and user-friendliness. Some programs are straightforward and can be used by anyone, while others are more complex and require practical training. Choose an ELN that is easy for you to use and that will meet your needs.
2. Functionality
Consider what you need an ELN to do. Some programs are designed for specific tasks, such as data analysis or project management, while others are more general-purpose. Choose an ELN that has the features you need.
3. Compatibility
Make sure the ELN you choose is compatible with your computer system and other software. Otherwise, you may be unable to use all the program features or share data with colleagues.
4. Price
ELNs range in price from free to several thousand dollars. Choose an ELN that fits your budget and meets your needs. You mustn’t overspend or choose a program that is too complex for your needs.
5. Support
Ensure that the company you purchase an ELN from provides good customer support if you have any problems using the program.
6. Training
Some ELNs require training to use effectively. Choose an ELN that provides suitable training materials or offers customer support to help you get the most out of the program.
7. Reviews
Before making a purchase, read reviews of electronic lab notebooks to see what other users think about the program. This can help you make an informed decision about which ELN is right for you. Considering all of these factors, you are ready to choose an electronic lab notebook that is right for you. Compare different programs and find one that meets your needs and budget. With so many options on the market, you are sure to find the perfect ELN for your laboratory. You must also know specific tips to get the best possible deal on your electronic lab notebook. | https://www.ilounge.com/articles/how-to-pick-an-electronic-laboratory-notebook | 2022-07-28T22:52:04Z | https://www.ilounge.com/articles/how-to-pick-an-electronic-laboratory-notebook | true | 1 |
DURHAM, N.C. (WNCN) — The results of a new study may encourage some of us to go above and beyond when it comes to regular exercise.
We know getting regular physical activity can lower a person’s risk of cardiovascular disease and dying early.
“There’s a lot of reasons to engage in physical activity. It doesn’t have to be onerous; it doesn’t have to be tedious or difficult. There are so many ways that you can get started,” said Dr. Will Yancy, Director of the Duke Lifestyle and Weight Management Center.
Now a new study in the journal “Circulation” finds adults who get more than the recommended amount of daily exercise each week have the lowest risk of death.
Under the current American Heart Association guidelines, adults should get at least 150 minutes of moderate intensity aerobic exercise or 75 minutes of vigorous aerobic activity or some combination of both each week.
“That’s an important outcome for many of us. We’re trying to live longer and to find out that you can exercise and lengthen your life is really important,” Yancy said.
The new study looked at data and medical records of more than 100,000 people over 30 years. Adults who engaged in double the recommended amount of either moderate or vigorous physical activity had the lowest long-term risk of death.
In the study walking, lower-intensity exercise, weightlifting and calisthenics were considered moderate activity. Jogging, running, swimming, bicycling and other aerobic exercises were considered vigorous.
“With exercise you will get more benefits, this study shows that you will get more benefits if you are able to do more,” Yancy said. “That can be a longer duration, that can be more frequent during the week and that can be going faster while you’re doing it.”
The National Institutes of Health funded the study.
Researchers found no harmful cardiovascular health effects among adults who performed more than four times the recommended minimum activity levels. They say this finding may reduce concerns of previous studies about possible harms in engaging in high levels of physical activity. | https://www.cbs17.com/news/getting-more-exercise-than-recommended-may-lower-death-risk/ | 2022-07-28T22:52:29Z | https://www.cbs17.com/news/getting-more-exercise-than-recommended-may-lower-death-risk/ | false | 2 |
Volunteers at Cradles to Crayons pack up supplies for families in need across the state. One of the most in-demand items is diapers.
"The need for diapers in Massachusetts is huge right now. It’s been growing so much and especially because of inflation we are seeing a big impact right now," said Aubrey Henderson, the organization's executive director.
They serve roughly 200,000 families a year. Diapers are becoming out of reach for families in need.
"Before the pandemic we distributed about 500,000 free diapers every year. This year, last year we are up 2 and half million free diapers throughout Massachusetts and it’s not enough," said Henderson.
The organization distributes goods to outreach organizations like the East Boston Neighborhood Health Center.
"I have seen a consistent need in the community for financial support with diapers specifically," said Margaret Keithline, care vavigator at the center.
Earlier on in the pandemic, the organization had a grant and was able to provide more diapers than they can now. They now rely on Cradles to Crayons.
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"We only provide three packs at a time and that’s only every six months, so that will not last very longer," said Keithline.
Kids usually go through eight to 12 diapers a day. She says many parents are forced to re-use them.
Cradles to Crayons relies on donations. They get the diapers from the manufacturer at cost and even with that, they are paying 30% more these days due to inflation. If Henderson had her way she’d have millions more diapers to give out.
"I am surprised and saddened that the need has gotten that much greater and families cannot afford these basic essentials," said Henderson. | https://www.nbcboston.com/news/local/diaper-demand-families-struggle-to-afford-basic-essentials/2792795/ | 2022-07-28T22:55:36Z | https://www.nbcboston.com/news/local/diaper-demand-families-struggle-to-afford-basic-essentials/2792795/ | true | 2 |
WASHINGTON (AP) — Dave Muffley thought he had it made when it came to a solid retirement. The Indiana man spent roughly 30 years as a salaried maintenance technician for Delphi Corp., a subsidiary of General Motors Corp., and expected to retire with a comfortable income by the time he hit 62.
But when GM plunged into the biggest industrial bankruptcy proceeding in history in 2009, and the federal government negotiated its restructuring, Muffley’s expected retirement package was slashed, and his life’s trajectory would spiral.
The Russiaville resident, now 68, lost 30% of his retirement savings, his promised health care coverage and his faith in government.
Muffley is one of an estimated 20,000 Delphi workers hurt by the GM bankruptcy, and many have spent the past 13 years fighting to get back what they lost. After taking the issue all the way to the U.S. Supreme Court, which declined to hear their case this year, the retirees were cut off from their last legal remedy.
Now, they’re looking to Congress to do for them what the courts would not. Legislation to restore the pension savings of the workers has gained support from the left and the right in Congress. It passed the House on Wednesday and supporters are hopeful the Senate will follow suit.
It’s named the Susan Muffley Act, after Dave’s wife, who became sick and died while they were grappling with the hit to his retirement fund.
The retirees allege that they were discriminated against as salaried employees, compared with union-covered workers whose pensions were preserved through the bankruptcy. The salaried workers are the engineers, technicians and mid-level swath of employees who stood between the well-paid executives and the union-covered workers at the company.
After taking a buyout from Delphi at age 55 to avoid a potential layoff, Muffley says, he took one job after another to tide him over until he could retire at 62. It was in that time that his wife was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer and died within three years.
“Things fell apart, and things fell apart in a big way,” Muffley says. He estimated he’s lost at least $130,000 in savings due to the pension cuts over the years, and he’s not alone.
Despite the bipartisan support, there is some resistance in Congress to spending tax dollars to bail out pension funds.
For the retirees, the struggle to get the legislation into law is the latest and perhaps last battle in an ordeal that started when the workers got swept up in macroeconomic crosscurrents of the recession.
Muffley and others in 2009 established the Delphi Salaried Retirees Association — something of a support group for workers at the auto parts company who had to get through not only job losses, but retirement cuts and the loss of health plans.
Retirees tell stories of loss, severe depression, divorce and altered courses of their lives. Some retirees’ children put off going to college, other workers faced health difficulties from the stress of the cuts.
The salaried retirees have gotten support from every corner of local government, state legislatures, attorneys general and even sympathetic words from this president and the last.
Presidential candidate Joe Biden in September 2020 said he would work with senators to help restore Delphi workers’ retirement savings. The next month, President Donald Trump issued a memo calling on the Treasury Department and other agencies to act on the issue.
But those words didn’t translate into action. Nothing came of Trump’s memo. Nor did anything happen in the first 18 months of the Biden administration.
A number of legislative proposals to help the Delphi workers have come and gone over the years without becoming law. The latest bill, which cleared the House on a 254-175 vote, would restore the workers’ benefits and retroactively make up for what they’ve lost since 2009.
Members of Congress from both parties, mostly from Michigan, Indiana and Ohio, have sponsored the legislation. Reps. Dan Kildee, D-Mich., and Mike Turner, R-Ohio, and Ohio Sens. Sherrod Brown, a Democrat, and Rob Portman, a Republican, are among those backing it.
Co-sponsors span the spectrum, from Rep. Mo Brooks of Alabama, a founder of the conservative House Freedom Caucus, to Rep. Andy Levin of Michigan, a member of the progressive caucus.
The White House on Friday issued its own a statement in support of the bill, saying the administration “supports a secure retirement for affected workers.”
Muffley points to other legislative saves for pension plans, like the bipartisan Butch Lewis Act that was included in the American Rescue Plan. That provision stalled the insolvency of roughly 200 multi-employer pension plans for 30 years, saving the benefits of roughly 3 million workers. Biden spotlighted the measure in a recent visit to Ohio.
But there are skeptics. During House debate on Wednesday, Rep. Bob Good, R-Va., called the measure another “Democrat bailout bill by the sponsors of the nanny state.”
“Why should the constituents of my Virginia 5th District pay for someone else’s retirement plan?” he said.
HOW IT GOT HERE
When GM went through bankruptcy in June 2009 due to massive losses during the Great Recession, the company said it would not assume pension liabilities for the Delphi unit’s salaried workers — largely because it didn’t have an agreement with them, as it had negotiated with unions for hourly workers.
The government’s Pension Benefit Guaranty Corp. then assumed responsibility for the 20,000 salaried workers’ pension plan, and cut workers’ and retirees’ monthly benefits if they were larger than the statutory maximum benefit that the agency was guaranteed to pay. As a result, some retirees’ pensions were cut by as much as 70%. But GM did step in to cover pension losses for union workers.
Those who lost benefits were 4,044 workers in Indiana, 5,181 in Ohio, 5,859 in Michigan and thousands of others around the country.
While cutbacks in bankruptcies aren’t uncommon, the Delphi workers argued it was unfair that union workers’ pensions were protected by GM while salaried workers were left with permanent cuts to their retirement fund as well as permanent cuts to their health benefits.
The arrangement played out in conjunction with a deal negotiated by then-Treasury Secretary Tim Geithner and then-National Economic Council Director Larry Summers, who led a task force that sank millions of dollars into saving GM.
Part of the rationale at the time was the need to keep union workers from striking, while salaried workers were seen as more expendable.
A 2013 inspector general’s report said that while the union workers had leverage “to prolong Delphi’s bankruptcy or strike, which GM believed would significantly impact its ability to survive, Delphi’s salaried retirees had no leverage, other than what they hoped would be political leverage.”
The report estimated the salaried retirees had lost $440 million in pension benefits. In today’s dollars, the retirees would need $900 million to be made whole.
In a 2011 op-ed in The Washington Post, Geithner said the bankruptcy “meant sacrifices across the board — from managers, unions, stockholders, creditors and dealers.” But the intent was “to stop the American automobile industry from unraveling” and causing a deeper recession that could have cost tens of thousands of additional jobs.
Geithner declined to comment for this story. Summers did not respond to a request for comment.
In January, the Supreme Court denied Delphi retirees’ efforts to review their case. The court effectively upheld a federal court’s ruling that the law allows for distressed pension plans to be closed without court approval.
Kildee, one of the bill’s sponsors, told The Associated Press the case was “particularly egregious because it was the federal government that engineered the bankruptcy.”
Turner said during the House debate that legislation was necessary because “no one else has had the White House pick winners and losers and take away their pensions. It is our responsibility as members of Congress to address this injustice.”
WHAT THE WORKERS SAY
“The reality is that salaried workers were singled out and it’s the government that caused this,” said Bruce Gump, who lost 40% of his pension and serves as chairman of the Delphi Salaried Retirees Association.
At a Thursday press conference celebrating the House action, Gump said that “for the first time we have good reason to have hope that our government will see us as just as valuable as those who were in unions.”
Julie Naylor, a 68-year-old former nurse who lives in a suburb of Greenville, South Carolina, says restoring her husband’s pension and health care would mean she could afford basic necessities for her family. Her husband, Bruce Naylor, suffered a stroke after a routine outpatient surgery, caused by an undiscovered brain tumor. With her husband now paralyzed on his right side and with limited speech abilities, Julie Naylor says without the health care promised to him, the medical bills have piled up.
Bruce Naylor is 6 feet, 6 inches and too tall for his wheelchair. Julie Naylor says if her family had the money owed to them through his pension, “I wouldn’t have to wait for Medicare” to be approved for a chair that fits. “We could’ve just bought it with what is owed us,” she said.
“We live a very austere life and a very uncertain life,” she said. “I never thought he could lose half of his pension and half of his life savings.”
WHAT’S NEXT
The legislation would require the government to “top up” the pensions of the salaried Delphi workers, as GM did for the unionized workers.
With the bill’s fate now in the Senate, Rep. Tim Ryan, D-Ohio, said Thursday: “We’ve just going to press this thing to the very, very end. … Let’s keep the heat on.”
Bill Kadereit, president of the National Retiree Legislative Network, said the Delphi workers’ fight highlights the archaic nature of corporate bankruptcy law, and how it can harm workers.
“In many ways the federal government basically threw them under the bus and made the sacrifice of these people to make a deal,” he said.
To Muffley, that’s what made the deal so painful.
“I can’t believe our government would do something like this,” he said in advance of the House vote.
And Muffley had a warning for others who may think their own promised benefits are secure: “If the government could do this to us, what else could they do to you?”
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Associated Press writer Kevin Freking contributed to this report. | https://www.woodtv.com/news/ap-top-headlines/rejected-by-courts-retirees-take-last-shot-to-save-pensions/ | 2022-07-28T22:58:15Z | https://www.woodtv.com/news/ap-top-headlines/rejected-by-courts-retirees-take-last-shot-to-save-pensions/ | false | 37 |
WATCH: Vets work with plumber to rescue poodle stuck in drain
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (WSVN) – It’s not uncommon for dogs to hate baths, but a dog in Florida has a good reason to protest.
Rocco the poodle spent 16 hours stuck in a tub after his paw got stuck in a drain.
Rocco’s owner, Margo Blake, had given him a bath in her tub Tuesday night when he’d gotten his paw stuck in the drain.
When Blake tried to take him out of the tub, she said she couldn’t get him out.
“It was frightening, it was scary because it’s like you’re helpless,” she said, “I was calling different vets and people thought I was joking, like, ‘My dog’s paw,’ they were like ‘click.’”
But Alison Birken, a veterinarian at Victoria Park Animal Hospital, believed her.
“We said, ‘Of course, let’s get out there and see what we can do,’” she said.
Blake also called a plumber, and “Operation: Rescue Rocco” was on.
“The drain has almost like a wheel of metals, and it got stuck between almost a circular metal piece,” Birken said.
The vets gave Rocco a sedative to try to put him to sleep so they could get him out without much struggling, while the plumbers tried to go in from the side by exposing the pipes.
That unfortunately didn’t work, so they had to dig the drain out.
Vet tech supervisor Brittnne Bennett said the dog’s toes were stuck in the little ring center where the stopper goes in.
When they got Rocco’s paw removed, they still had to remove the actual piece of the drain from him.
About 16 hours after his ordeal began, Rocco was freed and recuperating.
While he relaxes, the humans are left feeling pretty good.
“Today was great. This is what I live for,” Bennett said. “It’s community. It really is community. Everybody’s intention was to rescue Rocco.”
Birken said this was the first time she helped an animal out of a drain in all of her time as a vet.
While Rocco continues his recovery, Blake’s only remaining problem is fixing her tub.
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BERLIN (AP) — A large wildfire on the German-Czech border is spreading and threatening to destroy a forested national park popular with tourists.
The fire in the region, called Bohemian Switzerland on the Czech side and the Saxon Switzerland national park on the German side, started last weekend. It had seemed to be under control but spread again early Thursday, German news agency dpa reported.
Hundreds of firefighters on both sides of the border battled the flames with help from reinforcements from neighboring Poland and Slovakia. Eight firefighting helicopters were working to douse the flames in the hilly and rocky region that is difficult to access and where about 250 hectares (618 acres) of forest were burning Thursday.
Local authorities warned tourists to stay away from the area.
Saxony state officials banned hikers from entering several forests in the region. To prevent additional blazes, they also asked local residents not to set off fireworks at private parties,
“It’s all very tense,. We can by no means speak of an easing” of the fire yet ”firefighters have reached the limits of their capabilities, Saxony Interior Minister Armin Schuster said.
Another large forest fire in the Elbe-Elster district of the eastern German state of Brandenburg was under control Thursday after flaring up again on Wednesday evening, local authorities said. The fire was still burning an area of 500 hectares (1,236 acres).
A police helicopter scouted the area with a thermal camera to look for pockets of embers that could ignite into flames. Some areas are contaminated with World War II ammunition and are too dangerous for firefighters to enter because the heat or human contact could cause explosions.
Germany’s army has sent several military helicopters to both fires to support local units. | https://www.dcnewsnow.com/news/us-and-world/ap-international/wildfires-in-germany-czechia-threatening-tourist-region/ | 2022-07-28T23:03:45Z | https://www.dcnewsnow.com/news/us-and-world/ap-international/wildfires-in-germany-czechia-threatening-tourist-region/ | false | 30 |
HERNDON, Va., July 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Artel, LLC, a leading supplier of classified secure government connectivity, today announced Nigel Sutton has joined the company as Senior Vice President, Business Development. In this new role, Nigel will be responsible for Artel's move to expand into adjacent markets. "We are thrilled Nigel joined the Artel team," said Paul Domorski, Artel Chief Executive Officer. "His extensive knowledge and experience make him the right leader to help accelerate our growth. Network convergence with best of breed solutions is enabling work from anywhere. Customers don't want to be tied to one platform; they want connectivity as a service. Artel is perfectly positioned to deliver it."
Nigel is an accomplished Senior Business & Operations Executive with more than 35 years of success across aerospace, defense, and manufacturing industries. Throughout his executive career, Mr. Sutton has held leadership positions at companies including General Motors Defense, Orbital ATK, AeroVironment, and Raytheon. As VP of Business Development for General Motors Defense, he stood up and developed a capture management organization for new business growth. Since 2015 Nigel was the VP of International Business/Defense Systems Group for Orbital ATK, a defense avionics and armament manufacturer. He led operations, new program strategy, and corporate development. This followed his role as VP of Unmanned Air Systems International Business Division with AeroVironment from 2013 to 2015, and multiple senior roles with Raytheon from 2005 to 2013. As Director of International Business Development & Operations for Raytheon from 2007 to 2012, he oversaw bookings of more than $7.5 billion and coordinated export control policy with trade organizations in Washington D.C. He previously served 18 years in the U.S. Navy, rising to Program Director of Engineering. He has been responsible for executing international equity investments and global partner alliances for aircraft and weapon system program management, and has 23 years of professional leadership experience in the Department of Defense.
Nigel holds a BS in Computer Science from Park College, an MS in Aviation Systems from the University of Tennessee, Certification in Aircraft/Avionics Flight Test from the U.S. Navy Test Pilot School, an MS in Aerospace Engineering/Avionics from the Naval Postgraduate School, an MBA from the Florida Institute of Technology, an Executive Masters in International Relations, a Certificate of Advanced Study in Public Administration from Syracuse University. As a seasoned Board Member, he has held board positions with organizations including Orbital ATK Middle East, World Affairs Councils of America, Precision Strike Association, Alliant Techsystems Operations Saudi Arabia, and the US-ASEAN Business Council.
About Artel
Artel is a communications, engineering and services leader specializing in solving challenges in the defense, intelligence, diplomatic, and homeland security markets. The company enables highly secure service levels approaching 5 nines around the world. Headquartered in Herndon, Virginia, Artel has been supporting the mission for 35 years. For more information about Artel, visit our web page, or email us at communications@artelllc.com
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US economy shrinks for a 2nd quarter, raising recession fear
WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. economy shrank from April through June for a second straight quarter, contracting at a 0.9% annual pace and raising fears that the nation may be approaching a recession. The decline in the gross domestic product — the broadest gauge of the economy — followed a 1.6% annual drop from January through March. Consecutive quarters of falling GDP constitute one informal, though not definitive, indicator of a recession. The report comes at a critical time. Consumers and businesses have been struggling under the weight of punishing inflation and higher borrowing costs. On Wednesday, the Federal Reserve raised its benchmark interest rate by a sizable three-quarters of a point for a second straight time.
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Biden shrugs off recession talk, talks up fighting inflation
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden and his administration are going all out to play down a sobering new economic report. Instead, the president is highlighting legislative progress on measures he says will help tame inflation, reflecting political tensions sure to keep playing out in the runup to the midterm elections. Republicans say Thursday’s report showing the economy shrank for the second consecutive quarter is evidence of a “Biden recession.” Biden pointed to near-record-low unemployment and signs of continued business investment in the economy. And he celebrated congressional passage of a bill to boost the U.S. semiconductor industry and a Democrats-only proposal to lower prescription drug costs and tackle climate change.
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JetBlue agrees to buy Spirit for $3.8B after bidding war
NEW YORK (AP) — JetBlue Airways is buying Spirit Airlines for $3.8 billion in a deal that could increase competition at the top end of the U.S. airline industry while eliminating the largest discount airline for travelers on a tight budget. The agreement announced Thursday capped bidding war that began in April, and it came one day after Spirit’s attempt to merge with rival discount carrier Frontier Airlines fell apart. JetBlue and Spirit would become the fifth-largest U.S. carrier. The only major obstacle remaining is the U.S. Justice Department. Antitrust regulators in the Biden administration have been critical of mergers, which they believe hurt consumers by limiting competition. The Justice Department sued to block a partnership between JetBlue and American Airlines.
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Congress OKs bill to aid computer chip firms, counter China
WASHINGTON (AP) — The House has passed a $280 billion package to boost the semiconductor industry and scientific research in a bid to create more high-tech jobs in the United States and help it better compete with international rivals, namely China. The House approved the bill by a solid margin of 243-187. The measure now goes to President Joe Biden to be signed into law, and it provides the White House with a major domestic policy victory. The GOP leadership in the House recommended a vote against the bill, arguing the semiconductor industry didn’t need “government handouts.” But some GOP lawmakers viewed passing the legislation as important for national security
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Apple still thriving as economy slows, despite 3Q profit dip
BERKELEY, Calif. (AP) — Apple’s profit slipped during the past quarter, but the world’s largest technology company is holding up better than many of its peers as the economy teeters on the edge of a recession. While grappling with manufacturing headaches and inflation pressures that have vexed a wide range of businesses, Apple saw its profit for the April-June period decline by 10% while revenue edged up 2%. Both figures were better than analysts projected. The results for the April-June period weren’t a shock. That’s because Apple had already warned that its revenue would be depressed by supply chain problems that have been compounded by pandemic-related shutdowns in China factories.
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Amazon post 2Q loss but revenue tops estimates, stock jumps
NEW YORK (AP) — Amazon has reported its second-consecutive quarterly loss but its revenue topped Wall Street expectations, sending its stock sharply higher. The Seattle-based e-commerce giant Amazon lost $2 billion, or 20 cents per share, in the three-month period ended June 30, driven by a $3.9 billion write-down of the value of its stock investment in electric vehicle start-up Rivian Automotive. It posted revenue of $121.2 billion, topping Wall Street expectations of $119 billion. The results came as the company attempts to navigate shifting consumer demand and higher costs, while curtailing the glut of warehouses it acquired during the COVID-19 pandemic. Its stock rose 12% in after-hours trading.
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Facebook ends funding for US news partnerships program
MENLO PARK, Calif. (AP) — Meta Platforms says it will no longer pay U.S. news organizations to have their material appear in Facebook’s News Tab as it reallocates resources in the economic downturn. The company said Thursday that most of its users do not come to Facebook for news. It said it does not make business sense for it to invest in areas that don’t align with its users’ preferences. Meta, then called Facebook, launched the partnerships in 2019. The “News Tab” section in the Facebook mobile app only displays headlines — and nothing else — from The Wall Street Journal, The Washington Post, NBC, and the Los Angeles Times, among others.
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Women's EURO 2022 final: England vs Germany match facts, stats, ones to watch
Wednesday 27 July 2022
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Hosts England are aiming to become only the fifth team to lift the trophy, and the second in succession to triumph on home soil, as they take on eight-time champions Germany at Wembley.
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England vs Germany: Head-to-head
- England are aiming to become the second successive host nation to triumph in the UEFA Women's Championship on home soil as they take on eight-time winners Germany, the most successful side in the competition's history, at Wembley in the final of UEFA Women's EURO 2022.
- Only four sides have ever lifted this trophy; aside from Germany's eight titles, Norway have triumphed twice with Sweden and, in 2017, the Netherlands each enjoying a single success.
- The Lionesses reached a first final since 2009 with a 4-0 success against Sweden, the biggest Women's EURO semi-final victory and their first knockout victory by more than a single goal.
- Germany reached the decider for the ninth time with a 2-1 defeat of France, Alexandra Popp scoring both goals.
- The sides are meeting for the second time this year, England winning 3-1 in a friendly tournament victory in Wolverhampton in February. Lina Magull cancelled out Ellen White's 15th-minute opener, before late goals from Millie Bright and Fran Kirby sealed a first win against Germany on English soil.
- England have never beaten Germany in successive matches; indeed, they won just one of the opening 26 encounters between the sides (D4 L21) prior to that victory in February.
- Germany's last win in this fixture came in a Wembley friendly in November 2019. Klara Bühl struck the 90th-minute winner after White had cancelled out Popp's headed opener.
- Die Nationalelf have lost just one of their last six meetings with England (W3 D2), since the 1-0 extra-time defeat in the third-placed play-off at the 2015 FIFA Women's World Cup in Canada.
- England's last Women's EURO final ended in a 6-2 defeat against Germany in Helsinki in 2009, the biggest final victory. Jill Scott was in the England starting XI.
- Germany have won all four Women's EURO meetings between the nations, scoring 15 goals and conceding just four.
- Germany have been victorious in seven of their eight fixtures against the Lionesses in England; winning both previous Wembley encounters.
- England are aiming to become the third nation to win EURO on home soil since the group stage was introduced in 1997, after Germany (2001) and, last time out, the Netherlands under current Lionesses boss Sarina Wiegman.
- England have twice been beaten EURO finalists, both on hom soil; they lost a penalty shoot-out to Sweden following a two-legged tie in the inaugural tournament in 1984 (0-1 a, 1-0 h, 3-4 pens) before Hope Powell's team were beaten by Germany in 2009. Only Norway (four) and Sweden (three) have been runners-up more often.
- Martina Voss-Tecklenburg's Germany are aiming to lift the EURO trophy for the ninth time, having been victorious in eight of their ten previous appearances. Norway, with two, are the competition's only other multiple champions.
- Germany triumphed in each of the previous six editions of EURO, and had finished in the top four in each of their first nine participations prior to a 2017 quarter-final defeat by Denmark.
- Germany posted a flawless Group I campaign to book their place at EURO 2022, winning all eight of their qualifiers – scoring 46 goals and conceding just once.
- England have been victorious in five of their last seven knockout fixtures at this tournament, and eight of their 15 overall.
- Germany have won on all eight previous final appearances.
- This will be the second time that these sides have met in a Women's EURO showpiece, after 2009; Norway and Germany have met in four finals while Germany have also taken on Sweden in the decider twice, the only other repeat final.
- Germany have won 17 of their last 18 matches in the EURO knockout stages, their only defeat in that run a 2-1 quarter-final loss to eventual runners-up Denmark at the 2017 edition.
- That loss to Denmark ended Germany's 15-game winning run in the EURO knockout stages, since a 3-1 defeat by the same opponents in the third-place play-off at the 1993 edition.
- Including penalty shoot-outs, Die Nationalelf have won 20 of their 23 EURO knockout ties. The defeats by Denmark aside, they also lost 4-3 on penalties following a 1-1 draw with hosts Italy in the 1993 semi-final.
- Die Nationalelf have scored in all 24 of their Women's EURO knockout matches.
- England have won their last five Women's EURO matches, setting a new national record for successive victories at the tournament, and are on their best-ever run of 11 wins in a row across all competitions.
- The Lionesses have won nine of their last ten EURO matches, the exception the 2-1 semi-final defeat to Wiegman's Netherlands in 2017.
- The Lionesses have scored 20 times at EURO 2022, one behind Germany's finals record of 21 set in 2009.
- England's 14 goals in Group A set a group stage record, overtaking Germany's 11 from 2001.
- Their EURO 2022 campaign has increased England's best-ever unbeaten run to 19 games, all under Wiegman (W17 D2); they have scored 104 goals in that time, conceding just four and keeping 15 clean sheets.
- Excluding penalty shoot-outs, Germany have lost just three of their 45 EURO matches (W36 D6).
- Die Nationalelf had kept a clean sheet in each of their first four EURO 2022 outings – becoming the first side to do so at an edition of the tournament – prior to Merle Frohms' own goal in the semi-final against France.
- Germany recorded maximum points in a group stage at a Women's EURO for the fourth time at these finals; they went on to lift the trophy on each of the previous three occasions.
- Die Nationalelf have won all 11 of their Women's EURO matches in England, scoring 32 goals and conceding just four.
- The only previous final to require penalties was Sweden's 4-3 shoot-out victory following a 1-1 aggregate draw against England in 1984, the Lionesses' only EURO shoot-out.
- Germany's record in EURO penalty shoot-outs is W1 L1:
4-3 v Italy, 1989 semi-finals
3-4 v Italy, 1993 semi-finals
Ones to watch: England
Fran Kirby
- The 29-year-old struck in added time in the 3-1 victory against Germany on 23 February, England's first ever home win against Die Nationalelf.
- Kirby also provided the assist for White's 15th-minute opener in that match.
- The attacker has scored two goals in her last three EURO outings having managed only one in her first six appearances in the competition.
- Her opener in the 5-0 Matchday 3 success against Northern Ireland at this tournament was England's 50th EURO finals goal.
Beth Mead
- The 27-year-old became the first Englishwoman to score a hat-trick at Wembley on the Lionesses' last outing at the stadium, as a substitute in the 4-0 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup qualifier win against Northern Ireland in October 2021.
- Mead's goal in the semi-final success against Sweden on 26 July was her sixth in the tournament, taking her ahead of Jodie Taylor as the Lionesses' leading EURO finals scorer.
- Only Alan Shearer (seven) has scored more goals at UEFA EURO tournaments for England.
- The forward has supplied more assists at EURO 2022 (five) than any other player, including two in the semi-final win against Sweden.
Ellen White
- The 33-year-old has scored in each of the Lionesses' last three meetings with Germany, a total of four goals.
- The forward struck England's only previous goal against Die Nationalelf at Wembley, an equaliser in the eventual 2-1 friendly loss in November 2019.
- The Manchester City striker has started 12 of England's last 13 EURO finals matches stretching back to 2013; she was an unused substitute in the Matchday 3 win against Portugal in 2017.
- White's two goals against Norway on Matchday 2 took her international tally to 52, one behind Wayne Rooney's all-time England goalscoring record.
Ones to watch: Germany
Svenja Huth
- The 31-year-old provided the assist for both Popp goals in the semi-final defeat of France on 27 July.
- Huth has set up more EURO 2022 goals than any of her Die Nationalelf team-mates, with seven Germany players on one assist.
- She is one of five players to have started all Germany's EURO 2022 matches.
- The attacker was an unused squad member as Die Nationalelf won EURO 2013.
Lina Magull
- The 27-year-old equalised with a spectacular free-kick in Germany's last encounter with England, that 3-1 friendly defeat in February.
- The midfielder struck the opening goal in the 2-0 quarter-final success against Austria.
- Magull is one of two players to open the scoring more than once at this EURO, along with England's Mead.
- She has had six attempts on target at EURO 2022; only Popp (seven) has managed more for Germany.
Alexandra Popp
- The 31-year-old scored the opening goal the last time these nations met at Wembley Stadium, Germany's 2-1 friendly win in November 2019.
- The striker hit both in the 2-1 semi-final victory against France; the first was Die Nationalelf's 100th goal at the tournament.
- Popp has found the net in all five of her EURO outings, setting a new record of scoring in successive matches at the tournament by surpassing the previous landmark of four held by Germany's Heidi Mohr.
- The Germany captain is level with England's Mead on six goals at EURO 2022; the pair are level with Inka Grings' competition best of six set in 2009. | https://www.uefa.com/womenseuro/news/0277-15bc18dc4f69-c1d6764404b1-1000--england-vs-germany-final-match-facts/ | 2022-07-28T23:06:25Z | https://www.uefa.com/womenseuro/news/0277-15bc18dc4f69-c1d6764404b1-1000--england-vs-germany-final-match-facts/ | false | 2 |
ROCKFORD (WREX) — On July 28, the Illinois State Police Division of Criminal Investigation Zone 2 officials arrested Russell Peacock, a 68-year-old Rockford male resident for 10 counts of Possession of Child Pornography (Class 2 Felony.)
On July 28, the Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force 2 Team carried out a search warrant at a residence in the 3400 block of Baxter Road in Rockford.
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WFO EUREKA Warnings, Watches and Advisories for Friday, July 29, 2022
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EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Eureka CA
252 PM PDT Thu Jul 28 2022
...EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM PDT
FRIDAY...
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with temperatures up to 115
expected.
* WHERE...Trinity County.
* WHEN...From noon today to 9 PM Friday.
* IMPACTS...Extreme heat will significantly increase the
potential for heat related illnesses, particularly for those
working or participating in outdoor activities.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out
of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young
children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles
under any circumstances.
Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When
possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or
evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat
stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when
possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational
Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent
rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone
overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location.
Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1.
...EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON TO 9 PM PDT
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with temperatures up to 109
* WHERE...Northeastern Mendocino Interior County.
* WHEN...From noon to 9 PM Friday.
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Haverford Trust Co trimmed its stake in shares of S&P Global Inc. (NYSE:SPGI – Get Rating) by 2.5% during the 1st quarter, HoldingsChannel.com reports. The firm owned 306,775 shares of the business services provider’s stock after selling 7,878 shares during the quarter. S&P Global makes up 1.5% of Haverford Trust Co’s investment portfolio, making the stock its 26th largest position. Haverford Trust Co’s holdings in S&P Global were worth $125,833,000 at the end of the most recent reporting period.
Several other hedge funds and other institutional investors have also added to or reduced their stakes in the stock. Douglas Lane & Associates LLC lifted its stake in shares of S&P Global by 11.3% in the first quarter. Douglas Lane & Associates LLC now owns 1,272 shares of the business services provider’s stock worth $522,000 after buying an additional 129 shares in the last quarter. Fifth Third Bancorp lifted its stake in shares of S&P Global by 3.4% in the fourth quarter. Fifth Third Bancorp now owns 96,314 shares of the business services provider’s stock worth $45,453,000 after buying an additional 3,192 shares in the last quarter. Country Trust Bank lifted its stake in shares of S&P Global by 8.5% in the first quarter. Country Trust Bank now owns 370 shares of the business services provider’s stock worth $152,000 after buying an additional 29 shares in the last quarter. Welch & Forbes LLC lifted its stake in shares of S&P Global by 17.7% in the first quarter. Welch & Forbes LLC now owns 3,762 shares of the business services provider’s stock worth $1,543,000 after buying an additional 565 shares in the last quarter. Finally, Mutual Advisors LLC lifted its stake in shares of S&P Global by 5.2% in the fourth quarter. Mutual Advisors LLC now owns 625 shares of the business services provider’s stock worth $295,000 after buying an additional 31 shares in the last quarter. 94.26% of the stock is owned by hedge funds and other institutional investors.
S&P Global Stock Up 1.9 %
S&P Global stock traded up $6.86 during trading on Thursday, reaching $367.78. The stock had a trading volume of 30,374 shares, compared to its average volume of 2,415,084. S&P Global Inc. has a 52-week low of $311.87 and a 52-week high of $484.21. The business has a 50 day moving average price of $342.11 and a 200 day moving average price of $375.30. The company has a quick ratio of 1.38, a current ratio of 1.38 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.28. The stock has a market cap of $124.98 billion, a PE ratio of 26.04, a P/E/G ratio of 2.38 and a beta of 1.03.
S&P Global Dividend Announcement
The business also recently disclosed a quarterly dividend, which will be paid on Monday, September 12th. Stockholders of record on Friday, August 26th will be given a dividend of $0.85 per share. The ex-dividend date of this dividend is Thursday, August 25th. This represents a $3.40 annualized dividend and a dividend yield of 0.92%. S&P Global’s dividend payout ratio is presently 24.53%.
Insider Activity
In other news, EVP Nancy Luquette sold 2,287 shares of S&P Global stock in a transaction on Friday, May 13th. The shares were sold at an average price of $333.74, for a total value of $763,263.38. Following the transaction, the executive vice president now directly owns 5,667 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $1,891,304.58. The sale was disclosed in a filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which is accessible through this hyperlink. In other news, EVP Dimitra Manis sold 2,000 shares of the company’s stock in a transaction on Monday, May 16th. The shares were sold at an average price of $336.53, for a total transaction of $673,060.00. Following the transaction, the executive vice president now directly owns 4,839 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $1,628,468.67. The transaction was disclosed in a filing with the SEC, which is accessible through the SEC website. Also, EVP Nancy Luquette sold 2,287 shares of the company’s stock in a transaction on Friday, May 13th. The stock was sold at an average price of $333.74, for a total transaction of $763,263.38. Following the transaction, the executive vice president now directly owns 5,667 shares in the company, valued at $1,891,304.58. The disclosure for this sale can be found here. Corporate insiders own 0.10% of the company’s stock.
Analyst Ratings Changes
Several equities research analysts recently issued reports on SPGI shares. Atlantic Securities cut their price objective on shares of S&P Global from $440.00 to $375.00 and set a “neutral” rating for the company in a research report on Wednesday, June 8th. Morgan Stanley dropped their price target on shares of S&P Global from $401.00 to $398.00 and set an “overweight” rating for the company in a research report on Thursday, July 7th. Royal Bank of Canada dropped their price target on shares of S&P Global from $540.00 to $434.00 in a research report on Thursday, June 2nd. StockNews.com assumed coverage on shares of S&P Global in a report on Thursday, March 31st. They issued a “hold” rating for the company. Finally, BMO Capital Markets dropped their price objective on shares of S&P Global from $433.00 to $365.00 in a report on Thursday, June 2nd. Two research analysts have rated the stock with a hold rating and thirteen have given a buy rating to the stock. Based on data from MarketBeat, S&P Global currently has an average rating of “Moderate Buy” and a consensus target price of $422.57.
S&P Global Profile
S&P Global Inc, together with its subsidiaries, provides credit ratings, benchmarks, analytics, and workflow solutions in the global capital, commodity, and automotive markets. It operates in six divisions: S&P Global Ratings, S&P Dow Jones Indices, S&P Global Commodity Insights, S&P Global Market Intelligence, S&P Global Mobility, and S&P Global Engineering Solutions.
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WFO MEDFORD Warnings, Watches and Advisories for Saturday, July 30, 2022
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EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Medford OR
235 PM PDT Thu Jul 28 2022
...EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM PDT
SATURDAY...
* WHAT...Dangerously hot daily high temperatures between 100 and
115 degrees Fahrenheit for the valleys, 90 to 100 degrees at mid
elevations, and 80 to 90 degrees in the mountains. Overnight
lows will also be much warmer than normal, mostly in the mid 60s
to mid 70s.
* WHERE...Most of Josephine and Jackson counties in southern
Oregon and most of Siskiyou County in Northern California.
This includes the Rogue, Illinois, Applegate, Lower Klamath
River, Scott, and Shasta Valleys as well as surrounding areas.
* WHEN...Until 9 PM PDT Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Extreme heat will significantly increase the
potential for heat related illnesses, particularly for those
working or participating in outdoor activities.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The duration of this heat wave will be
particularly long and is likely to be a top 5 event in the
climate record for duration. Take advantage of the cooler
overnight and morning periods if you want to beat the heat.
* View the hazard area in detail at
https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map/?wfo=mfr
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out
of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young
children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles
under any circumstances.
Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When
possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or
evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat
stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when
possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational
Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent
rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone
overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location.
Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1.
...HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM PDT SATURDAY...
* WHAT...Dangerously hot daily high temperatures between 90 and
100 degrees Fahrenheit for the valleys and 85 to 105 degrees for
mid elevations up to 6000 feet. Overnight lows will also be
warmer than normal, mainly in the 60s.
* WHERE...In California, northeastern Siskiyou County including
Macdoel and Dorris and all of Modoc County except the lakes
and higher portions of the Warner Mountains. In Oregon,
Klamath County and Lake County including all areas except the
higher mountains and lakes.
* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses to occur.
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HERCULES, Calif. (AP) _ Bio-Rad Laboratories Inc. (BIO.B) on Thursday reported a second-quarter loss of $927.2 million, after reporting a profit in the same period a year earlier.
The Hercules, California-based company said it had a loss of $31.12 per share. Earnings, adjusted for non-recurring costs, came to $3.38 per share.
The maker of instruments used in biomedical research posted revenue of $691.1 million in the period.
Bio-Rad shares have fallen 33% since the beginning of the year. In the final minutes of trading on Thursday, shares hit $484.36, a fall of 31% in the last 12 months.
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From Machine Learning to Augmented Reality Mobile Apps, Top Creators and Innovators Will Share Their Latest Research and Breakthroughs
CHICAGO, July 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- SIGGRAPH 2022 is showcasing the latest gaming innovations with the Appy Hour, Courses, and Real-Time Live! programs. With more than 100 selected projects as part of these programs, SIGGRAPH offers a platform to emphasize breakthrough presentations and demonstrations in next-generation technology. The projects cover exciting research, design, and animation in gaming and live demonstrations. The 49th annual conference will run 8–11 August in person, with on-demand sessions from researchers available virtually 25 July–31 October 2022.
With games and gaming, innovation is key. These programs explore the latest in computer graphics and immersion technologies, and offer presentations and sessions from visionaries and creators from the game industry.
"I'm thrilled to share various innovations that will be a part of the games focus area at SIGGRAPH 2022," said SIGGRAPH 2022 Games Chair Elizabeth Baumel. "This year's works show how gaming can spread across multiple programs and allow technological exploration beyond the usual applications. The SIGGRAPH Games platform continues to generate excitement in the gaming market by providing opportunities to discover the advancements made in the industry."
Real-Time Live! focuses on real-time technology demonstrations from scientific visualization to augmented reality. If projects feature transformative technology, the Real-Time Live! Program is the place to discover it all.
"The unique and fun part of the Real-Time Live! program is that anything can happen," stated SIGGRAPH 2022 Real-Time Live! Chair Yibing Jiang. "Participants and attendees will experience demonstrations of technologies live and in person. We get to experience both the excitement and apprehension of demos being held live, from real-time rendering and facial rigging technology to photorealistic 3D reconstruction, and more."
The Courses program is where experts are invited to share their knowledge of the computer graphics industry, whether they are researchers, academics, or practitioners. The Courses program covers a wide variety of topics, from foundational skills to next-generation technology developments.
"We have a number of topics being covered this year, as well as fan-favorite Natalya Tatarchuk presenting Advances in Real-Time Rendering in Games Pt. 1 & 2, and a new two-part course on the Metaverse," said SIGGRAPH 2022 Courses Chair Tamar Shinar. "Courses is the opportunity to learn key concepts and expand horizons either in person in Vancouver or virtually."
Through the Appy Hour program, participants can discover the creative and innovative applications that a mobile device can do. Attendees interact with developers and experience the future of mobile media. Appy Hour at SIGGRAPH 2022 will feature everything from education to machine learning to augmented reality.
"We're excited to provide attendees with a fun, festive atmosphere now that we're back in person," said SIGGRAPH 2022 General Submissions Chair Chris Redmann. "Participants can interact with developers and discover all the various innovations from this year's astonishing submissions."
Game highlights from these three programs at SIGGRAPH 2022 include:
FUTURE.STAGE by Evil Eye Pictures & Patrick Osborne
Contributors: Dan Rosen, Yovel Schwartz, Alastair Macleod, Justin Schubert, Brian Smith, Ben Peck, Andrew Angulo, Evil Eye Pictures LLC; Patrick Osborne, Paid Time Off, Inc. and Evil Eye Pictures LLC; James Ritts, Evil Eye Pictures LLC and Haiba LLC
This improvised comedy show asks audience members to submit suggestions using a web portal. The collaboration tools will coordinate the distributed components to help the remote performers act out the live "rideshare" performance that incorporates the suggestion.
Real Time Technologies for Realistic Digital Humans: Facial Performance and Hair Simulation
Contributors: Krasimir Nechevski, Daniel Gagiu, Unity Technologies
This presentation demonstrates how Ziva's proprietary machine-learning processes can improve the overall quality of RT3D faces for all productions while simplifying and accelerating the overall production workflow and enabling mass production of high-performance real-time characters.
Instant Neural Radiance Fields
Contributors: Thomas Müller, Alex Evans, Isaac Deutsch, András Bódis-Szomorú, Michael Shelley, Christoph Schied, Marco Foco, Alexander Keller, NVIDIA
This demonstration showcases a pipeline that begins with a SLAM implementation that tracks and fuses frames from an RGB-Depth camera; this computes the camera pose by dense frame-to-model tracking and streams both the images and the computed camera poses to the NeRF algorithm in real time.
A Showcase of Decima Engine in Horizon Forbidden West
Contributors: Hugh Malan, Guerrilla; Maarten van der Gaag, Guerrilla-Games
Get a behind-the-scenes look at some of the real-time systems that drive the rich dynamism of the world of Horizon. This presentation showcases a number of features of the Decima Engine that power the visuals and gameplay in Horizon Forbidden West.
AI and Physics Assisted Character Pose Authoring© 2022 Unity Technologies
Contributors: Florent Bocquelet, Boris Oreshkin, Dominic Laflamme, Felix Harvey, Louis-Simon Ménard, Jeremy Cowles, Bay Raitt, Unity Technologies
To make authoring character poses easier on users, this tool leverages both machine learning and a physics engine to enable users with no artistic experience to author natural-looking poses in a few seconds.
Advances in Real-Time Rendering in Games: Pt. 1 & 2
Contributors: Natalya Tatarchuk, Unity Technologies
This research brings state-of-the-art and production-proven rendering techniques for fast, interactive rendering of complex and engaging virtual worlds of video games. Learn how to push the visual boundaries by employing a variety of sophisticated algorithms to produce groundbreaking 3D rendering during this two-part course.
Rosita's Cocina
Contributors: Charles Reitcheck, Estela Antunez; University of Idaho
This project brings you on a journey of immigrants finding it hard to maintain their culture after being removed from their homes. Rosita's Cocina is designed to help kids learn about their family's history, language, and traditional food.
Light & Shadow AR App
Contributors: Paulo Majano, Kwantlen Polytechnic University
The Light & Shadow Augmented Reality app allows you to step into a full-size portrait lighting studio workshop from anywhere in the world. Learn all about studio lighting setups in 3D, plus gain more knowledge on light placement for portrait photography.
Trios: Stylistic Rendering of 3D Photos
Contributors: Ulrike Bath, Sumit Shekhar, Jürgen Döllner, Matthias Trapp, Hasso Plattner Institute, University of Potsdam; Hendrik Tjabben, Adobe Systems Engineering GmbH and Hasso Plattner Institute, University of Potsdam; Amir Semmo, Digital Masterpieces GmbH; Sebastian Pasewaldt, Digital Masterpieces GmbH and Hasso Plattner Institute, University of Potsdam
This mobile app enables users to render and stylize 3D photos. The user interface provides interactive control over a variety of artistic filters, both classical and neural, as well as rendering aspects of 3D photos.
Access to SIGGRAPH 2022 Appy Hour, Courses, Games, and Real-Time Live! programming is available at varying registration levels. Learn more and register for the conference at s2022.SIGGRAPH.org/register.
ACM, the Association for Computing Machinery, is the world's largest educational and scientific computing society, uniting educators, researchers, and professionals to inspire dialogue, share resources, and address the field's challenges. ACM SIGGRAPH is a special interest group within ACM that serves as an interdisciplinary community for members in research, technology, and applications in computer graphics and interactive techniques. The SIGGRAPH conference is the world's leading annual interdisciplinary educational experience showcasing the latest in computer graphics and interactive techniques. SIGGRAPH 2022, the 49th annual conference hosted by ACM SIGGRAPH, will take place as a hybrid event, with live events 8–11 August at the Vancouver Contention Centre and virtual content available starting 25 July through 31 October. Click here for news from the conference and its partners.
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B.C.’s heat wave isn’t over yet. As the province enters the cooler stretch of the warmer weather, several regions have set new daily temperature records.
Preliminary data from Environment and Climate Change Canada shows at least 10 municipalities tied or exceeded their all-time highs for July 27. The weather agency says a strong ridge of high pressure is driving the heat wave.
The highest temperature was recorded in Lytton where it reached 42 degrees, surpassing the old daily record of 40 degrees celsius set in 1939. During the heat dome event of 2021, Lytton set the record for the highest temperature ever recorded in Canada at 49 C.
Other records include:
• Bella Bella – 29.6 C
• Clinton – 34.1 C
• Dawson Creek – 32.2 C
• Fort St. John – 31.7 C
• Mackenzie Area – 33.3 C
• Nelson – 38 C
• Puntzi Mountain – 34.9 C
• Metro Vancouver – 30.4 C
Nearly every region of B.C. remains under a heat warning. Temperatures are expected to cool down this weekend.
READ MORE: Nohomin Creek wildfire currently stable with extreme heat in forecast
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Houston Astros vs. Seattle Mariners Live Stream, TV Channel, Start Time
Ty France and Jeremy Pena will take the field when the Seattle Mariners and Houston Astros meet on Thursday at Minute Maid Park.
Astros vs. Mariners Live Streaming and TV Channel
- Game Day: Thursday, July 28, 2022
- Game Time: 8:10 PM ET
- TV: FOX Sports Networks
- Live Stream on fuboTV:Start your free trial today!
Astros vs. Mariners Batting Stats
- The Astros have the 19th-ranked batting average in the league (.239).
- The Astros have the No. 13 offense in baseball scoring 4.4 runs per game (439 total runs).
- The Astros' .316 on-base percentage ranks 13th in baseball.
- The Mariners rank 23rd in MLB with a .236 team batting average.
- The Mariners rank 23rd in the league with 406 total runs scored this season.
- The Mariners have an OBP of .319 this season, which ranks ninth in MLB.
Astros Impact Players
- Yordan Alvarez leads the Astros in home runs (29), runs batted in (67) and has recorded a team-best batting average of .309.
- Of all hitters in the majors, Alvarez ranks third in home runs and sixth in RBI.
- Kyle Tucker is hitting .248 with 13 doubles, 19 home runs and 45 walks.
- Tucker ranks 21st in home runs and ninth in RBI among all hitters in the majors.
- Jose Altuve is hitting .272 with 17 doubles, 19 home runs and 36 walks.
- Alex Bregman has 22 doubles, 12 home runs and 53 walks while hitting .238.
Mariners Impact Players
- Julio Rodriguez is batting .277 this season with a team-high 18 home runs and 56 RBI.
- Rodriguez is 26th in homers and 22nd in RBI among all hitters in the majors.
- France's batting average of .309 leads all Seattle hitters this season.
- France is currently 60th in homers and 37th in RBI in the major leagues.
- J.P. Crawford has 89 hits this season and a slash line of .267/.345/.378.
- Eugenio Suarez has collected 84 hits this season and has an OBP of .333. He's slugging .426 on the year.
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CHICAGO, July 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, McDonald's Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $1.38 per share of common stock payable on September 16, 2022 to shareholders of record at the close of business on September 1, 2022.
Upcoming Communications
For important news and information regarding McDonald's, including the timing of future investor conferences and earnings calls, visit the Investor Relations section of the Company's Internet home page at www.investor.mcdonalds.com. McDonald's uses this website as a primary channel for disclosing key information to its investors, some of which may contain material and previously non-public information.
About McDonald's
McDonald's is the world's leading global foodservice retailer with nearly 40,000 locations in over 100 countries. Approximately 95% of McDonald's restaurants worldwide are owned and operated by independent local business owners.
Forward-Looking Statements
This release contains forward-looking statements about future events and circumstances. Generally speaking, any statement not based upon historical fact is a forward-looking statement. In particular, statements regarding McDonald's plans, strategies, prospects and expectations regarding its business and industry are forward-looking statements. They reflect McDonald's expectations, are not guarantees of performance and speak only as of the date hereof. Except as required by law, McDonald's does not undertake to update such forward-looking statements. You should not rely unduly on forward-looking statements. McDonald's business results are subject to a variety of risks, including those that are described in Exhibit 99.2 to its Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") on July 26, 2022 and subsequent filings with the SEC.
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WFO AMARILLO Warnings, Watches and Advisories for Thursday, July 28, 2022
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SPECIAL WEATHER STATEMENT
Special Weather Statement
National Weather Service Amarillo TX
513 PM CDT Thu Jul 28 2022
...A strong thunderstorm will impact portions of southwestern Oldham
County through 545 PM CDT...
At 513 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 10
miles northeast of Glenrio, or 24 miles southeast of Nara Visa,
moving north at 10 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts of 50 to 55 mph and pea size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor damage to outdoor objects is
possible.
This storm will remain over mainly rural areas of southwestern Oldham
County.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Torrential rainfall is also occurring with this storm and may lead to
localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded
roadways.
LAT...LON 3550 10304 3551 10268 3525 10270 3519 10304
TIME...MOT...LOC 2213Z 177DEG 7KT 3530 10290
MAX HAIL SIZE...0.25 IN
MAX WIND GUST...55 MPH
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FRANKFORT, Ky. (AP) — Kentucky Attorney General Daniel Cameron is asking a state appeals court to overturn an injunction issued last week that blocks the state's abortion ban.
The injunction ruling by a judge in Louisville prevents the state's near-total ban on abortion from taking effect. The state's two abortion clinics in Louisville have continued providing abortion since the judge first blocked the law last month.
Cameron's appeal asks the Kentucky Supreme Court to take up the issue, which would bypass the state Court of Appeals. He said the Louisville judge “created the Kentucky version of Roe v. Wade.”
“I urge our appellate courts to reject the abortion facilities’ baseless argument that our constitution contains a previously unrecognized right to an abortion," Cameron said in a media release Thursday.
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DETROIT (AP) — Tony Finau, coming off his third career victory on the PGA Tour, and Taylor Pendrith shared the first-round lead at 8-under 64 on Thursday in the Rocket Mortgage Classic.
Former U.S. Open champion Webb Simpson, Michael Thompson, Cameron Champ, Lee Hodges and Matt Wallace were two shots back.
Si Woo Kim and Kurt Kitayama, both ranked among the top 70 in the world, were in the pack at 67 at Detroit Golf Club.
The leaderboard was filled with players who took advantage of favorable scoring conditions with morning tee times. In the afternoon, the wind picked up and the scores did as well.
Finau, who rallied from a five-shot deficit with 11 holes left to win the 3M Open by three shots Sunday in Minnesota, opened with a birdie and had five birdies on his front nine.
After cooling off with four straight pars, Finau closed with his seventh and eighth birdies in a bogey-free round. He hit all 18 greens in regulation for the first time in 728 PGA Tour stroke-play rounds.
“Do the math, I missed 10 putts," he said. “Obviously, 64′s a very good round, but this is a golf course where a lot of guys are going to make birdies."
On the par-5, 560-yard seventh, Finau's shot with a 4-iron from 250 yards soared over trees and onto the green to set up a two-putt from 43 feet.
“I had to get all of it to get it to the hole and hit it right in the middle of the green," he said.
On the par-4 eighth hole, he made a 41-foot putt downhill with a slight break from right to left for another birdie and a three-shot lead.
“It was nice to just get a bonus birdie on 8 after a poor wedge shot, but that’s why we call our putter the equalizer," Finau said.
Pendrith, a 31-year-old PGA Tour rookie, surged into a share of the lead with five birdies in a seven-hole stretch on his back nine.
Toward the end of his round, the relatively anonymous player in the world noticed the ‘h' in his last name was missing on the leaderboard.
Alas, the 8 under next to his misspelled name was correct.
“That's all that matters," he said with a grin.
Pendrith is atop a leaderboard for the first time on the PGA Tour following an opening round. The Canadian did have the third-round lead by three shots last October at the Bermuda Championship before closing with a 76 and finishing a career-high fifth.
In March, he was 13th at the Players Championship and came away with a career-best $327,222 — and a broken rib.
The injury prevented him from competing for nearly four months, leading to him being ranked No. 237. He has bounced back with ties for 11th and 13th at tournaments earlier this month.
“When I’m healthy, I can compete with the best," Pendrith said.
Nate Lashley, who won his first and only PGA Tour title in Detroit four years ago, shot a 68 after getting an anti-inflammatory shot in his right foot.
“I'm having surgery next week," he said, adding he will need four to six weeks to recover.
Mark Hubbard was also four shots off the lead after a topsy-turvy round with four birdies, two bogeys and an ace on the par-3, 216-yard 11th hole.
Hubbard dropped his club and his head after hitting his tee shot.
“That's embarrassing," he said while the ball was in flight.
The ball landed on the front of the green and rolled toward the cup before going around it and dropping in.
“That’s probably going to end up being one of my favorite hole-in-ones," said Hubbard, who has nine career aces.
The field includes five players in the top 20, doubling last week's total in Minnesota, and Finau was the only one of them to fare well in the first round.
Defending FedEx Cup champion Patrick Cantlay, ranked No. 4 in the world, and 13th-ranked Will Zalatoris both 70. Cameron Young, ranked 19th, was another shot back and 20th-ranked Max Homa had a 72.
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WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden’s administration is launching a renewed push for COVID-19 booster shots for those eligible, pointing to the enhanced protections they offer against severe illness as the highly transmissible BA.5 variant spreads across the country.
The initiatives include direct outreach to high-risk groups, especially seniors, encouraging them to get “up to date” on their vaccinations, with phone calls, emails and new public service announcements.
All Americans age 5 and over should get a booster five months after their initial primary series, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. It also says those age 50 and over — or those who are immunocompromised — should get a second booster four months after their first. According to CDC, tens of millions of eligible Americans haven’t received their first booster, and of those over 50 who got their first booster, only about 30% have received their second.
CDC has released a “booster calculator” to help people determine when to get a booster shot.
Biden, who received his second booster shot in March, tested positive for the virus last week and recovered after experiencing mild symptoms for five days.
“Given the rise of the Omicron BA.5 variant, it is essential that Americans stay up to date on their COVID-19 vaccinations — with booster shots — to achieve the highest level of protection possible,” the White House said. COVID-19 is killing about 366 people in the U.S. each day, the vast majority of whom are not up-to-date on their vaccinations. The administration says those deaths are largely preventable.
In May, according to the CDC, prior to the dominance of the BA.5 variant in the U.S., people over 50 with only a single booster shot were four times more likely to die of COVID-19 than those with two or more booster doses.
“Currently, many Americans are under-vaccinated, meaning they are not up to date on their COVID-19 vaccines,” CDC Director Dr. Rochelle Walensky said earlier this month. “Staying up to date on your COVID-19 vaccines provides the best protection against severe outcomes.”
As part of the new booster push, the White House says pharmacies in the federal pharmacy program will step up outreach to those eligible for another booster dose. It says Walgreens will make more than 600,000 phone calls, and Rite Aid will send nearly 9 million emails to people encouraging them to get shots.
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services will also reach out to 600 nursing homes that have reported booster uptake rates under 80% to offer additional federal support, including on-site clinics and sending medical providers and infectious disease experts to educate people about the benefits of the shots. CMS will also email booster reminders to the 16 million people who receive their Medicare emails and added a booster reminder message to its 1-800-MEDICARE call-in line.
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WASHINGTON (NEXSTAR) — A bill to expand healthcare coverage for veterans exposed to toxins and burn pits during service was stalled in the Senate. Some lawmakers and advocates are furious.
“There’s no excuse, it’s total B.S.,” Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand (D-N.Y.) said.
Frustrated by a reversal of support in the Senate, Gillibrand and activist Jon Stewart called out Republicans who stood in the way of healthcare coverage for veterans injured by burn pits.
“Boy, they haven’t met a war they won’t sign up for and they haven’t met a veteran they won’t screw over,” Stewart said.
“Senator Toomey decides he wants to rewrite the bill, change the rules, and tank it,” Gillibrand said.
Sen. Pat Toomey (R-Penn.) says he can’t support the bill.
“It’s about a budget gimmick that’s designed to allow hundreds of billions of dollars in additional unrelated spending, having nothing to do with veterans,” Toomey said.
Ultimately, 25 Republicans who supported a previous version of the bill, voted against it. But Gillibrand isn’t buying their argument.
“How does this happen? How do you change your mind right when you’re about to make a law that’s gonna save lives,” Gillibrand asked.
Eight Republicans voted in support of the legislation, including Sen. Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.).
“I’m hoping that they resolve these issues and we can get this finished by the time we leave for August,” Capito said.
But until that happens, veteran’s advocates say those Republican senators aren’t being honest.
“Every single one has pictures with veterans on their Facebook pages, on their websites. Well screw that, they don’t support veterans,” Susan Zeier, Mother-In-Law to Sgt. Heath Robinson, said.
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Which women’s Nike Pro shorts are best?
If you are an athlete in need of shorts that feature a four-way stretch that can compress your muscles and wick moisture away from your body, Nike Pro shorts are a fantastic consideration. They are high quality and come in various lengths and rises too.
The Nike Pro 365 3-Inch Shorts are a top choice because they are made with Dri-FIT technology built to keep you cool. Additionally, there are 17 colors to pick from so you can score a pair that best suits your style.
What to know before you buy women’s Nike Pro shorts
How the Nike Pro line began
The Nike Pro line was developed in 2005 to keep athletes comfortable while training. Developers understood the need to create materials that effectively combat common pain points, such as restricted movement, pooling sweat, fabrics that slide down and chafing.
The brand first added advanced technologies, including a compression fit that stays put and moisture-wicking fabrics with ultra-lightweight materials, to its base layer apparel. Eventually, the line expanded to jackets, tops, leggings and shorts.
Nike Pro technology
As you shop for the perfect pair of shorts, you will likely come across these three technologies commonly used by the Nike Pro line.
- Four-way stretch: This resilient fabric gives you the flexibility needed to squat, bend and run effortlessly.
- Compression: It’s a skintight fabric designed to squeeze your body and improve circulation — even between sets.
- Dri-FIT: This high-performance material wicks moisture away from your skin to the fabric’s surface to keep you dry.
Nike Pro sizing
While you might have a go-to size that fits you with most brands, following the Nike Pro line’s sizing chart is essential to ensure you get a perfect fit. Here are some measuring tips to help you find Nike Pro shorts in your size.
- Hip measurement: Stand with your feet hip distance apart, wrap the measuring tape around the largest part of your backside and pull it to your front.
- Waist measurement: Wrap the tape around the smallest part of your midsection, usually around your navel.
What to look for in quality women’s Nike Pro shorts
The right length
Wearing shorts that are comfortable bending and stretching in can make a big difference in the quality of your workout.
Nike Pro shorts come in various lengths, measured from the center of the crotch to the bottom hemline. Here are three standard lengths with their measurement ranges.
- Short: Lands high on the upper thigh with an inseam that measures 2 to 3 inches.
- Mid-length: Sits mid-thigh with an inseam that measures 3 to 5 inches.
- Long: Rests lower on the thigh with an inseam that measures 6 to 8 inches.
The right rise
Rise is measured from the center of the crotch to the top of the waistband. Here are three common rises that the Nike Pro line offers.
- Low-rise: Sits several inches below your navel, around 8 inches in height.
- Mid-rise: Rests 1 to 2 inches below your navel, between 9 to 10 inches high.
- High-rise: Typically lands 10 inches or higher and rests at your navel.
Added details
Aside from the technologically advanced material, you can find Nike Pro shorts with other appealing features that can elevate their look. Here are three additional details to consider as you shop.
- Colors: Shorts that come in various colors allow you to add a little variety to your workout wardrobe.
- Gusseted crotch: A small triangle of material added where the four seams join at the crotch helps to prevent the seam from riding up.
- Curved back seams: A curved seam across the back helps you get a more comfortable and flattering fit on your backside.
How much you can expect to spend on women’s Nike Pro shorts
Depending on the technology used to make the material, such as Dri-FIT or compression, these shorts typically cost between $30–$55. However, if you are a patient shopper, retailers regularly discount older styles to around $20.
Women’s Nike Pro shorts FAQ
What is the most universally flattering rise for women’s Nike Pro shorts?
A. No matter your shape, a high-rise silhouette is flattering because it gives you coverage with added support that shows off your curves.
What type of underwear should you wear under your workout shorts?
A. Consider getting your favorite panty or thong in a seamless style that won’t bunch up under your shorts as you work out.
What are the best women’s Nike Pro shorts to buy?
Top women’s Nike Pro shorts
Nike Women’s Pro 365 3-Inch Shorts
What you need to know: These short shorts come in sizes XS-2XL, and their four-way stretch helps to keep up with your every hop, skip and jump.
What you’ll love: The shorts have a mid-rise, 3-inch inseam and come in 17 colors. They are a blend of 83% polyester and 17% spandex, so they won’t restrict your movement while training. These shorts also have a gusseted crotch to prevent them from riding up.
What you should consider: Some might feel these shorts are too short for a workout.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Top women’s Nike Pro shorts for the money
Nike Women’s Pro 7-inch High Rise Shorts
What you need to know: These high-waisted shorts show off your shape and give you the right amount of coverage for a flattering fit.
What you’ll love: These shorts are moisture-wicking to keep you dry, snug enough to stay put without being too tight and lightweight for a comfortable fit. They also have a 7-inch inseam and curved seams on the back for a more flattering silhouette.
What you should consider: The inseam might be a little long for some, especially if you are petite.
Where to buy: Sold by Dick’s Sporting Goods
Worth checking out
Nike Women’s Pro 5-Inch Training Short
What you need to know: These are built to stay put so you can focus on training and not your shorts.
What you’ll love: These mid-rise shorts have a 5-inch inseam and are tight enough to add a little compression without being restrictive. They are breathable, lightweight and moisture-wicking to keep you comfortable during your most rigorous workouts.
What you should consider: They are priced a bit higher than other shorts in the Nike Pro line, which might not be worth it for some.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
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6 Money Moves Small-Business Owners Should Make Before Opening
It takes much more than a good idea to create a successful small business. Without a game plan and certain financial preparations, even the best ideas might not ever turn into profitable companies. For many businesses , their ultimate success — or even survival — depends on the preparation that owners put in before the company ever opens its doors. Here are some of the major money moves that small-business owners should take before they launch.
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Raise Capital
Capital is the lifeblood of any business. Generally speaking, no matter how much you think you need, you’ll end up needing more. Not only will you need funding to get your company off the ground, you’ll need reserve capital as well for times when business inevitably slows down. It can help to talk with a business expert when launching your company so that you don’t overlook any necessary spending categories. Depending on the type of business you’ll be running, you may need money for everything from equipment and supplies to employee salaries, marketing, rent, insurance and furnishings, among many other potential costs. Many small-business owners use their own funds to start their companies, but you can also raise capital from additional investors or take out loans.
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Create a Detailed Business Plan
Just as you can’t arrive at your destination on a road trip without a map, it’s almost impossible to chart out a path to financial success for your business without a business plan. In addition to spelling out the goals and objectives of your business, you can use your business plan as something akin to an enhanced budget. Your business plan should itemize all of your anticipated expenses, from the cost of goods sold and labor costs to equipment, marketing, business licenses, taxes and more. Planning ahead financially can help you avoid any unpleasant surprises once your company begins operating.
Set Up the Proper Format for Your Business
Many entrepreneurs launch their businesses as sole proprietors, but there are a number of different types of business entities you can use. For some businesses, a limited liability company, or LLC, is the way to go, while others might prefer an S-corp or a C-corp. Each business entity has its own pluses and minuses, so you might want to speak with a tax expert to help you determine which one makes sense both financially and in terms of protecting your personal assets.
Work With a Good Business Lender
Even if you don’t need to borrow money to start your company, you’ll likely need business financing at some point. Credit unions and local banks are often good partners for small companies, as they understand the regional business environment and can often be flexible with terms and credit products. It’s better to create a relationship with a good business lender before you need its services so that when you’re in need of a loan or other financing option you’re not starting from square one.
Set Up Different Business Accounts
Separating your business and personal bank accounts is a smart way to make your life easier. You may think that your small business is not complicated enough to require separate accounts, but if nothing else, you should prepare for the time when that is no longer true. Keeping your business accounts separate makes it far easier to keep accurate accounting records and file your taxes properly. Additionally, keeping separate business accounts makes the financial life of your company easier to compartmentalize. For example, you may want to have separate bank accounts for operating expenses, slush fund money and long-term investments. But even if you aren’t yet at that stage, keeping your business money separate gives you a much clearer picture of where your company stands financially. It can also be particularly helpful in case your business gets audited.
Test Your Market
No matter how compelling you find your business idea, it makes financial sense to ensure there’s a market for it before you spend all the money to start a new company. Get feedback from potential customers via prototypes, marketing questionnaires or even a soft product launch before you jump wholeheartedly into the business. Sometimes, the most financially prudent move for a company is to delay opening until it can be proven that financial viability is likely.
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FREMONT, Calif. (AP) _ AXT Inc. (AXTI) on Thursday reported second-quarter earnings of $5.5 million.
The Fremont, California-based company said it had profit of 13 cents per share. Earnings, adjusted for stock option expense, were 16 cents per share.
The results beat Wall Street expectations. The average estimate of three analysts surveyed by Zacks Investment Research was for earnings of 8 cents per share.
The semiconductor materials supplier posted revenue of $39.5 million in the period, which fell short of Street forecasts. Four analysts surveyed by Zacks expected $40.3 million.
AXT shares have declined 20% since the beginning of the year. In the final minutes of trading on Thursday, shares hit $7.02, a decline of 30% in the last 12 months.
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MILWAUKEE — Milwaukee County voters have a big decision ahead of them in less than two weeks when it comes to law enforcement. The county’s next sheriff will essentially be decided in the August primary.
The candidates include Chief Deputy Denita Ball, Captain Thomas Beal and Inspector Brian Barkow.
The three candidates for Milwaukee County Sheriff have several similarities. They’re all internal candidates within the sheriff’s office, each has more than 25 years of law enforcement experience and they’re all running as Democrats. But only one will replace Sheriff Earnell Lucas, who decided not to seek re-election.
TMJ4 News asked all three candidates the same questions and will focus on three key issues — how they plan to address reckless driving, shootings and the top issue facing the sheriff’s office. That’s where we start with Captain Beal who helps oversee the county jail.
"The top issue that I have with what's going on right now is recruitment and retention,” Captain Beal said. “We’re running in such a deficit when it comes to staffing with just all of our deputies, all of our correctional officers, that type of thing, so we need to actually build our numbers back up so we can provide effective service to the community."
Inspector Barkow commands the Investigative Services Bureau. If elected, he says his first priority on day one in office would be to address staffing shortages. Currently, the candidates say the jail currently has more than a hundred correctional officer vacancies.
“We’re facing devastating staffing shortages in the jail,” Inspector Barkow said. “So my first priority is we have to get our internal house in order first and we need to look at ways to attract talented employees. Take a look at what we’re doing, how we’re doing it, find out what employees want.”
Chief Deputy Ball is the second in command at the sheriff’s office. All three candidates say staffing shortages can be solved by offering more competitive pay and working with the county executive and county board to potentially offer additional hiring and retention bonuses.
"We have to make sure the job is attractive and if we are constantly bombarding them with mandatory overtime, it's not going to be because that means they don't have the work-life balance,” Chief Deputy Ball said.
While staffing shortages create an internal dilemma, externally Milwaukee County residents are dealing with a surge in crime. The sheriff’s office is responsible for patrolling more than 150 miles of freeways and county highways. TMJ4 News asked each candidate what solutions they would bring to the table to address reckless driving.
"My approach has always been evidence-based, data-driven strategies looking at where the incidents are occurring when they're occurring, time of day, day of week and making better scheduling choices and deployment choices with the finite resources we have,” Inspector Barkow said.
Inspector Barkow says data shows most reckless driving crashes are happening on the Marquette and Zoo Interchanges, so that’s where he would send more patrols. Captain Beal supports implementing a targeted approach, but he’s starting in a slightly different area.
"I'd say our biggest areas right now is I-43 northbound between the Marquette Interchange and Silver Spring. That area seems to be our highest activity rate right there,” Captain Beal said. “What we want to do is put more deputies or at least target more deputies to that area at certain times per day and start to reduce some of that reckless driving in that area.”
Chief Deputy Ball believes the county needs to focus on high visibility patrols across the freeway system.
"A lot of the reckless driving we see is because of the opportunity,” she said. If they're not seeing us focusing on the roadway and making it safer, then they're going to think they can do whatever they want to do."
From reckless driving to shootings, cutting down on homicide rates and non-fatal shootings is a priority for all three candidates. Each one believes the sheriff’s office needs a stronger partnership with the 19 municipalities and their police departments.
"We have to work in tandem,” Chief Deputy Ball said. “That means that the 19 municipalities and the county would have to work together. We have to leverage our resources. As we know, the technology is a big portion of that, so we have to make sure that we find out where the problem areas are and focus on those areas. So it also is important that we have communication, coordination and the sharing of data.”
“I have always tried to build on that as well as our other municipalities and I would continue to do that,” Inspector Barkow said. “Combine resources to there again, using data, evidence-based decision making, hotspot deployments.”
"The Milwaukee County Sheriff’s Office, we are an agency that doesn’t directly patrol city streets generally, but work with the city of Milwaukee, to add some resources to help them solve some of these homicides and prevent some of these homicides,” Captain Ball said.
Since there are no Republican candidates for sheriff, the primary winner between Chief Deputy Ball, Inspector Barkow and Captain Beal will run unopposed in November. The new sheriff is expected to be sworn into office in January of 2023. | https://www.tmj4.com/news/political/elections-local/mke-co-sheriff-candidates-explain-how-they-would-address-crime-staffing-shortages-ahead-of-primary-election | 2022-07-28T23:57:43Z | https://www.tmj4.com/news/political/elections-local/mke-co-sheriff-candidates-explain-how-they-would-address-crime-staffing-shortages-ahead-of-primary-election | true | 2 |
The MLB Draft concluded this past week after picking 616 players over 20 rounds. The Draft in a ‘normal’ year includes 40 rounds with over a thousand players. This per capita map represents 46 states that had at least one player drafted. There were 27 foreign players, primarily from Latin America and Canada. The map displays, ‘The South’, dominating production of elite baseball prospects along with higher values in western states. The Great Plains & Rocky Mountain states have relatively low numbers. The top five producing states, California (98), Florida (59), Texas (44), Georgia (36) and North Carolina (25) account for almost 43% of the players drafted. | https://nodawaynews.com/geography-with-goudge-284/ | 2022-07-28T23:57:44Z | https://nodawaynews.com/geography-with-goudge-284/ | true | null |
Up to five cell phones and two motorcycles per passenger: Cuban Customs publishes its new regulations
The General Customs of Cuba published the provisions that will govern the import of products by travelers arriving on the Islandwhich include new rates and fees and entail the admission of a greater number of non-commercial products per passenger.
These measures, announced by the Minister of Economy, Alejandro Gil Fernández, in the most recent session of the National Assembly, They include, among other changes, the possibility of importing up to five cell phones, instead of the two allowed until today, two power plants and the same number of electric motors. In the latter case, a third motorcycle sent as cargo is included.
In the resolution published in the official Gazette, The authority defines as non-commercial importation that carried out by natural persons on an occasional basis for their personal, family or household use.through baggage, shipments, household goods or other authorized cargo.
The provisions, which come into effect from August 15 next, include news. Among them is that those who receive air, sea, postal, and non-commercial courier shipments will not have to pay the customs tax for the first 30 US dollars of the value or its equivalent weight, up to three kilograms of the shipment, in the value relationship / weight established by Customs.
In addition, the entity decided to define the non-commercial nature of the importation of miscellaneous products by their value and weight and by the diversity of the articles to be imported, and not by the physical quantities, and also to increase the quantity allowed to import of some articles.
Customs warns that the non-commercial nature of imports has to do with “the nature and functions of an article” and that “the reiteration of imports made does not evidence the nature or commercial purpose of their importation.” The latter, a warning to the mules, who do shopping tourism and are a fundamental part of the dense submerged economy of the Island.
Otherwise, Customs may sanction the traveler. For example, making the confiscation of items that exceed the established amount.
Likewise, Customs clarifies that “the fundamental parts and pieces of machines, devices and equipment, imported as a whole, are considered by Customs as complete machines, devices and equipment. When they are presented in installments, it is taken into account that the sum of the parts represents the total value of the equipment to be imported.
So, for example, a tower and a monitor are supported as the import of a complete microcomputer; a bicycle without tires is considered as the importation of a complete bicycle, etc.
“In accordance with the legal provisions, The following items are classified as miscellaneous: footwear, clothing, food, personal and household items, jewelry, perfumery and the like. For the importation of products that classify as miscellaneous, the articles or products to be imported must be diverse in their types,” the resolution refers.
In the case of electrical appliances, Customs admits them provided they are varied, accepting up to two items of the same type, provided that the sum of their values does not exceed the established limit.
It will also support up to three items related to telecommunications and network devices, including computer equipment accessories or peripherals (mouse, keyboards or others). This also applies to equipment such as desktop microcomputers, laptops, tablets or the like, and musical instruments.
As for furniture, Customs will admit up to five items of each type classify as furniture
for the home, provided that its value does not exceed fifty dollars. For those that exceed that value, including those that constitute games, three will be admitted. The latter applies to baby furniture.
The Customs resolution includes a list of prices that represent a reduction of 70% of the tax charged to date for the same products. | https://d1softballnews.com/up-to-five-cell-phones-and-two-motorcycles-per-passenger-cuban-customs-publishes-its-new-regulations/ | 2022-07-28T23:58:18Z | https://d1softballnews.com/up-to-five-cell-phones-and-two-motorcycles-per-passenger-cuban-customs-publishes-its-new-regulations/ | true | 1 |
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — The Providence City Council on Thursday approved 10 proposed changes to the city charter, all of which will now be placed on the ballot for voters to approve or reject in November.
The charter changes include a partly elected School Board and a change to the procedure for removing an appointed official, which was prompted by last year’s city clerk scandal.
The council opted to amend some of the proposed charter changes that came out of the Charter Review Commission earlier this month, and added two items to the bottom of the list before passage.
One of the amendments involved changing the dollar amount above which a city contract must be publicly vetted and approved by the Board of Contract and Supply. The current threshold is $5,000, but the charter commission recommended changing it to $15,000 for regular contracts and $35,000 for construction contracts.
The council brought that down to $10,000 and $20,000, respectively, before passing the ballot question.
The school governance proposal, if approved by voters, would create a new Providence School Board with 10 members, half of them elected by the voters in five newly created districts, and half appointed by the mayor. (Right now, there are nine members who are all appointed by the mayor.)
The council amended the proposal before passage, adding that the mayor’s five appointed members also must come from each of the five new districts.
Just nine of the 15 council members were present at the special meeting to approve the charter changes. The deadline to get ballot questions to the Secretary of State’s office is August 10.
Here is the language of the 10 ballot questions approved by the City Council for Providence voters to consider on Nov. 8:
- 1. Shall Department Directors be required to appear before the City Council for reappointment every four years. [Amends Section 302 (b)]
- 2. Shall the City Council be allowed to hire consultants by vote of a simple majority [Amends Section 401 (d)]
- 3. Shall the removal procedure for appointed officers be defined by ordinance and allow the City Council to remove council appointees by a vote of a simple majority. [Amends Section 403]
- 4. Shall the purchasing threshold be increased from five thousand ($5,000.00) dollars to ten thousand ($10,000.00) dollars for regular purchasing and twenty thousand ($20,000.00) dollars for construction contracting. [Amends Section 1007 (c)(1)]
- 5. Shall the new position of General Manager of the Water Supply Board be established with oversight authority over all personnel matters of the Water Supply Board separate and apart from the position of Chief Engineer. [Amends Section 1101(a)(3)(4)(5)and(b)]
- 6. Shall the Charter clarify that all department heads and appointed officers are subject to all applicable personnel regulations of the City. [Amends Section 1201]
- 7. Shall the number and composition of school board members be increased from nine (9) to ten (10), to include five (5) members elected at the November 2024 general election, one from each of five (5) equal electoral regions representing the North, South, East, West, and Central areas of the City; and five (5) members appointed by the mayor with the approval of the city council, with one appointment from each of the five equal electoral regions. [Amends Section 701]
- 8. Shall the terms “chairman” and “vice-chairman” be replaced with the terms “chair” and “vice-chair” wherever they appears in the charter.
- 9. Shall the City Treasurer be provided direct access to records of all receipts, appropriations, and allotments of the City, and be required to ensure compliance with the City Charter and Code of Ordinances prior to issuing any payments. [Amends Section 602]
- 10. Shall the Composition of the City Plan Commission be amended to add an additional representative from the general citizenry of the City of Providence. [Amends Section 1013]
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Because of the events on Wednesday where, in the middle of a virtual hearing, the Itinerant Municipal Criminal Judge BACRIMJose Antonio Sastock Fernandez and Rodrigo Rafael Restrepo Reyes, the eleven specialized prosecutor, were asked to assess the security of those responsible.
The request has been submitted to National Protection Unit, UNPby the coordinating judge of Judicial Service Center for the Oral Criminal System Accusative SPOACamilo Pardo Torres.
According to the document, the need for the study was underlined by the insecurity that had emerged in the Atlantico capital since last year 2021, when the then coordinating judge requested the measure.
In the context of:
“…Being generally aware of the city’s insecurity Barranquilla and many other cities in Colombia, and I have seen through virtual channels the public threats and misleading opinions about judicial decisions made by the various SPOA judges, decisions that adhere to our legislation, at the request of criminal judges with the function of knowledge and criminal judges with the function of oversight of guarantees for the city of Barranquilla, I am requesting and/or placing for your consideration a security study on all of the above-mentioned judges‘ read the petition.
The alert was issued amid charges against two criminal gang leaders named Los . “Coastal ruins”who are still locked up in prison centers, was interrupted by a user who entered the room of the judicial branch and publicly intimidated officials.
“Because of the foregoing, a security study is requested to be carried out on Dr. José Antonio Sastock Fernandez, as a mobile criminal judge in the municipality with BACRIM guarantee control functions, And to all of the Assize Judges in the SPOA for this city,” the Coordinating Judge confirmed.
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AppFolio Inc. (NASDAQ:APPF) Q2 2022 Results Conference Call July 28, 2022 5:00 PM ET
Company Participants
Lori Barker - IR
Jason Randall - President, CEO
Fay Sien Goon - CFO
Operator
Good afternoon. Thank you for standing by. And welcome to AppFolio Inc.'s Second Quarter 2022 Financial Results Conference Call. Please be advised that today's conference is being recorded and a replay will be available on AppFolio Investor Relations website.
I would now like to hand the conference over to Lori Barker, Investor Relations. Ms. Barker, please go ahead.
Lori Barker
Thank you. Good afternoon, everyone. I'm Lori Barker, Investor Relations for AppFolio, and I'd like to thank you for joining us today as we report AppFolio's second quarter 2022 financial results.
With me on the call today are Jason Randall, AppFolio's President and CEO; and Fay Sien Goon, AppFolio's Chief Financial Officer. This call is being simultaneously webcast on the Investor Relations section of our website at www.appfolioinc.com.
Before we get started, I would like to remind everyone of AppFolio's safe harbor policy.
Comments made during this conference call and webcast contain forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, and are subject to risks and uncertainties. Any statement that refers to expectations, projections or other
characterizations of future events, including financial projections, future market conditions or future product enhancements or development is a forward-looking statement.
AppFolio's actual future results could differ materially from those expressed in such forward-looking statements for any reason, including those listed in our SEC filings. AppFolio assumes no obligation to update any such forward-looking statements, except as required by law. For greater detail about risks and uncertainties, please see our filings with the SEC, including our Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2021, which was filed with the SEC on February 28, 2022, as well as the company's other filings with the SEC.
With that, I'll turn the call over to Jason Randall, AppFolio's President and CEO. Jason, please
go ahead.
Jason Randall
Thank you, Lori, and welcome to everyone joining us for AppFolio's second quarter 2022 financial results. I'm pleased to report that revenue was up 32% to $117 million in the second quarter, and we now serve more than 6.8 million units. This is the first time we've added more than 1 million units on a year-over-year basis and these results reflect our continued focus on delivering a powerful property management solution and exceptional experiences to our growing base of real estate industry customers.
Our long-term investments customer focus, innovative product and dedicated team have delivered sustained revenue growth and resilience even during times of constant change in the rental market. I'll highlight two specific second quarter execution highlights.
I'll start with our June announcement of AppFolio stack, our new integration marketplace and how it reinforces our strategy to move upmarket. Then I'll dig deeper into workflows and how we've recently developed new and innovative ways to make it easier for property managers to automate the workflows and increase productivity. Increasing productivity is an ongoing challenge for all our customers. As we continue to extend beyond our residential SMB routes to adding new upmarket customers we continue to focus carefully on their unique needs.
The rise of SaaS providers like AppFolio accelerated the centralization of workflows onto a single platform. Now we are offering customers the choice and the ability to integrate into a single system of record, which is especially important to larger property management customers.
To address getting the best of both at the National Apartment Association's Annual Conference in June Apartmentalize, we announced AppFolio Stack, our new integration marketplace designed to seamlessly integrate our customer’s preferred software applications with AppFolio Property Manager.
AppFolio Stack allows our certified partners to design and build their integrations around a variety of API endpoints using our modern architecture to provide our customers with a reliable experience. Integrations are particularly important to the mid-market and corporate segments to enable users to manage complex portfolios, and run their entire business from a centralized hub. And AppFolio Stack gives our customers more choices as they focus on boosting productivity and improving resident experiences.
New Stack partnerships include ButterflyMX, Conservice, HappyCo, Knock, Lowe's and Property Meld. Last quarter, we talked about how customers can streamline maintenance tasks and how AppFolio’s new partner Lowe's help solve this challenge. Now we have many more examples of integrations.
Our new partnership with Conservice provides residents with the ability to pay the utilities and automates the utility billing process, freeing up property management teams to handle utility management, reduce costs and meet sustainability goals, all while focusing on regulatory compliance.
HappyCo provides AppFolio Property Manager customers access to property, unit and resident data to simplify and improve the average turn time and inspection process and create a better staff and resident experience. Data is automatically saved, so move in and move out inspections and make great workflows are triggered based on those moving dates in AppFolio Property Manager.
Another integration example, AppFolio’s partnership with Knock’s user-friendly CRM. This integration helps our customers facilitate a bidirectional record for each other prospective residents. Intuitive workflow helps prospective residents submit inquiries, that it generates a lead and once the prospect is ready, the system provides a link to the online application in AppFolio Property Manager.
All of these trusted partner integration choices used AppFolio’s API to enable streamline and simplified workflows that mirror each customer's process. The partners are required to pass a readiness certification check and all integrations are tested and validated to deliver a seamless experience for our customers. We are just getting started with integration partnerships, and AppFolio Stack gives our customers a choice to continue using familiar tools.
Here's what customer Michael Krause partnered Atrium Management Company in Orlando, with approximately 3000 units on AppFolio Property Manager says, “We have always used best in class software for specific functions and we're so excited that AppFolio is integrating with more partners” This is truly assignment AppFolio is dedicated to partnering with property managers and best-in-class software vendors to provide the end user with the best experience possible.
Michael is correct, the primary goal of these new AppFolio Stack integrations is to provide our customers with access to best-in-class point solutions, while AppFolio Property Manager remains their system of record. Customers using the base AppFolio Property Manager products may upgrade AppFolio Property Manager plus, or they can pay an incremental $0.50 per connected unit per month for AppFolio Stack.
AppFolio Stack is one way that we are investing to differentiate ourselves. It's easy for customers to add partner connections with certified integrations backed by our dedicated customer support. We believe Stack is one of if not the best integrated customer experiences in real estate property management and we see strong early interest from customers and other potential partnerships, look for more announcements.
In addition to rolling out AppFolio Stack, we took important steps in the second quarter on our mission to make our products easier to use. One recent example is our new capability for property managers to return renter's security deposit eCheck. By reducing manual check rating, we've simplified the move out process and improve the property manager's ability to be efficient. Residents can get their funds faster and track the status of the return in the tenant portal, thereby reducing time consuming back and forth communications for our property manager customers.
Another example of our progress here is a modernized automated bank reconciliation functionality. Reconciling bank accounts is a core accounting task for property managers and completing the task manually each month is time consuming and error prone, particularly for large companies with complex banking structures.
Our goal is to make it easy for property managers to securely connect their bank accounts at AppFolio and automate their bank reconciliations, enabling them to eliminate the manual work and associated risk of error inherent and manually completing bank reconciliations. We are now integrated with Plaid, a leading fintech known for helping people securely connect consumer bank accounts to financial applications supporting more than 12,000 financial institutions.
This new integration, Plaid allows customers to link bank accounts to AppFolio with a higher success rate, so they can go on to use our auto bank reconciliation functionality. Another new ease of use enhancement I want to highlight is our liabilities to landlord insurance program. In the future, our customers can set it and forget it as a system automatically verifies tenant provided insurance documents to ensure they are properly approved, and that there is adequate liability coverage.
This task was previously a manual burden for property managers. Our AI power technology scans uploaded insurance documents saving property manager’s valuable time, while still giving them access to this critical workflow. This program will be included with AppFolio Property Manager and is another milestone in the area of automated workflows.
Customer support is a crucial part of making our products easier to use and continuing to grow and refine our wealth of on demand self-service resources to help customers more quickly receive and access customer support when needed.
One area of recent focus is evolving our chat support request intake strategy from ticket base to live interactions. This allows us to resolve simple issues in the moment which reserves the follow-up queue for more advanced issues that require research and troubleshooting. This capability is designed to decrease our response times and improve customer sentiment.
As we head into the second half of 2022 and beyond, I'm grateful for our employees’ dedication to serving our customers evolving needs. We are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace where AppFolio’s all backgrounds and entities can thrive. So I particularly exciting to AppFolio has been selected as one of Fortune's best places for Millennials based on feedback from our own people.
In summary, in addition to moving upmarket with differentiated solutions, such as AppFolio Stack, we continue to invest in developing innovative ways to streamline customer workflows like eCheck for winter security deposits and additional automation of bank statements and renter's insurance. These are the types of strategies that have resulted in our revenue growth and more than 1 million year-over-year unit increase. This is what has propelled AppFolio team and our growth through constantly changing economic conditions.
I will now turn the call over to Fay Sien for more detail on AppFolio’s second quarter financial results.
Fay Sien Goon
Thank you, Jason. We are pleased with our continued strong revenue growth rate at $117.4 million. We grew revenue 32% year-over-year in the second quarter. This is another quarter with strong growth in core solutions and our usage-based value-added services, such as the electronic
payments services.
Streamlining workflows to improve productivity has never been more critical to property management customers who are now dealing with staffing shortages and inflation. Additionally, as Jason mentioned, we are steadily increasing unit counts and the number of property management customers we serve. Core solution revenue derived from subscription to customer based on units on our platform was $32.4 million in Q2, another strong quarter and 28% year-over-year increase.
At the end of the second quarter, we managed 6.8 million property management units from 17,878 property management customers, compared to 5.8 million property management units from 16,532 property management customers a year earlier. This represents a 17% increase in our ending annual property management units under management. Demonstrating success as we move upmarket. Residential units continue to be the most significant part of our business and community associations have also contributed mightily to unit counts during the first half of this year.
In addition to the number of units we serve, it is important to note that core revenue also grew as we continue to focus on customers with larger unit portfolios that drive higher adoption rates of AppFolio Property Manager Plus. AppFolio Stack integration marketplace is an excellent example of the types of initiatives that overtime we believe will continue to propel our growth in larger customers and our revenue per unit.
Regarding value added services revenue in Q2, we experienced a strong 35% year-over-year growth to $81.4 million. This continued year-over-year increase is due primarily to the rise in property management units under management. The expansion of our offerings and increase adoption and utilization of our value-added services, especially our electronic payment services. As this typically the case in the second quarter, we saw a solid sequential quarterly increase in our screening business as tenants begin filling out applications before they move.
Before addressing expenses, I would like to refer you to the GAAP to non-GAAP reconciliations in our press release earlier today. Going forward, all costs and operating expense commentary will refer to non-GAAP cost and operating expenses.
In Q2, the cost of revenue, exclusive of depreciation and amortization was 40% of revenue compared with last year’s second quarter of 36%. About half of this variance is due to a prior year, non-recurring $2.1 million benefit from a payment service provider for their annual incentives related to online payment programs. Most of the other half of that variance is associated with a higher mix of our value-added services as a percent of our overall revenue and the related expenses for third-party service providers.
Turning now to operating expenses. A year-over-year increase in operating expenses for Q2 is primarily related to additional headcount growth of 17% to 1,771 employees. As a percent of revenue, sales and marketing expenses grew from 19% in Q2 2021 to 21% in Q2 2022. Primarily due to personnel related costs necessary to support growth.
R&D expenses as a percentage of revenue increased from 16% in Q2 last year to 19% this year, primarily due to expanding our product capabilities for the larger customer segment, including projects like Stack, making products easier to use, and continuing to strengthen our product security.
Meanwhile, our G&A expenses as a percentage of revenue decreased from 16% in the same quarter last year to 13% this year. As we continue to scale and find efficiencies. In our GAAP to non-GAAP reconciliations, you will see a $19.4 million G&A impairment charge. As we move to be more flexible in the way we work, we reassessed our real estate needs and we will be exiting certain lease office spaces.
Our non-GAAP income from operations in the second quarter was 1% compared to 7% in the second quarter of 2021. Free cash flow was negative $1 million, or negative 1% of revenue in Q2, compared to $10 million or 11% in the same quarter last year.
Turning to the balance sheet. We ended the second quarter with $168 million in cash, cash equivalents and investment securities. We're increasing our projected full year 2022 revenue guidance range to $455 million to $461 million. The midpoint of the range represents a full year growth rate of 27%. Let me remind you about our value-added services and typical seasonality in the back half of the year, which impacts both revenue and cost of revenue.
Starting in the third quarter, we have historically seen sequential declines in revenue due to seasonally lower tenant screening and leasing activities. Payments become a higher percent of value-added services revenue mix and this becomes slightly more pronounced in the fourth quarter. As we mentioned in our last calls, we continue to expect the cost of revenues exclusive of depreciation and amortization for 2022 to increase slightly as a percentage of revenue due to change in product mix partially offset by some cost efficiencies and a recent modest price increase for credit card payments.
While our year-over-year percentage increase in headcount will be a little more moderate this year compared to last year, the costs of attracting and retaining talent are expected to continue increasing. As a percent of revenues our total operating expenses for the full year and are expected to remain broadly in line with past guidance and higher than the prior year. We continue to evaluate efficiencies and increase scale to reduce the growth of expenditures, but it will take more time before we see material changes through our trends.
Full year non-GAAP operating margins are expected to be in line with prior guidance and lower than in 2021, as we move through the year, and value-added services grow as a percentage of our revenue mix. Weighted average shares outstanding are expected to be approximately 35 million shares for the full year. Unit served and revenues are growing nicely, and we are pleased to be increasing our full year revenue guidance.
2022 is the year of continued investment in our pillars of growth as we focus on our land and expand strategy, make our products even more available to our customers and continue our journey to scale our business. Thank you all for joining us today.
Operator
This concludes today's conference call. Thank you all for participating. You may now disconnect, and have a pleasant day.
Question-and-Answer Session
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Absa Bank Kenya has announced launch of an online account opening platform. This is part of a Ksh. 2 billion investment in technological upgrades that will significantly improve customers’ banking experiences.
The platform will allow customers to in just a few minutes open Absa accounts remotely via the internet or smartphone at any time, from any location, and begin transacting immediately without visiting a branch.
Customers who open a new account will have the option of accessing the newly introduced Absa Digital Savings Account, which has an introductory interest rate of 7% per annum. The account earns daily interest and pays it out quarterly. Customers can also deposit funds quickly after activating their accounts and securely access their balance at any time and from any location.
As part of its ongoing digital transformation, the bank invested up to KES1.6 billion in 60 different technology projects last year, including digital loan top-ups in 15 minutes and Abby, a 24/7 WhatsApp banking virtual assistant.
Absa Bank Kenya Managing Director Jeremy Awori, “This introduction is inspired in many ways by customers’ and businesses’ desire for a simple yet efficient banking experience. The online account opening is thus a real game changer for customers and the market, as it will provide customers with a new level of ease by eliminating the need for applicants to fill out paper applications or provide multiple documents when opening an account.”
The introduction of self-service online account opening is another example of how the bank brings possibilities to life for customers and stakeholders by collaborating with them to get things done, as highlighted in the bank’s new campaign, Pamoja Tunawiri. | https://hapakenya.com/2022/07/28/absa-bank-kenya-launches-a-new-online-account-opening-platform/ | 2022-07-29T00:08:15Z | https://hapakenya.com/2022/07/28/absa-bank-kenya-launches-a-new-online-account-opening-platform/ | true | 1 |
'Dangerous' uni student jailed for 38 years for 'random' knife attacks
- Credit: Met Police
A "remorseless" university student who carried out three random, unprovoked knife attacks in Neasden in six days – killing one man and injuring two others – has been jailed for 38 years.
Sentencing Amine Laouar to life imprisonment for murder, attempted murder and grievous bodily harm [GBH], at the Old Bailey on Thursday (July 28), Judge Martin Picton branded him "highly dangerous" and said his crimes "remain as inexplicable as they are terrible".
Laouar, 21, of Oxford Place, Brent, murdered Leon Street, 48, who had left home to go out to the shops in Neasden Lane North, at about 9.30pm on January 11 last year.
He stabbed the former delivery driver repeatedly, first as he was standing then after he fell to the ground.
Mr Street, who had a partner and children, suffered five stab wounds to his chest, as well as wounds to the hands and leg but still managed to get home, where paramedics tried to save his life, but he was pronounced dead an hour later.
Minutes before the attack on Mr Street, and just 150 metres away, Laouar had targeted Mirvais Khan, creeping up behind him and "plunging" a knife into his back, penetrating his lung.
Judge Picton said he had "no doubt" that had the knife not got stuck in his back, he would have inflicted more serious injuries.
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The third stabbing was carried out six days later, on the morning of Sunday January 17 last year, when he ran up and stabbed Mitul Karaniya in the back as he was passing the exact spot where Mr Khan was attacked.
Mr Karaniya, who suffered broken ribs and punctured lungs, read out a statement to the court detailing the lasting impact the attack has has on him and his wife, who was pregnant at the time.
Giving evidence during the trial which opened last week, Laouar claimed he had been framed by the "real killer" and that the prosecution had the wrong man.
But the jury deliberated for just one hour and 15 minutes to reject his version of events and find him guilty of all the charges on Tuesday (July 26).
Mr Street's daughter and fiancée both broke down as they read out impact statements in court ahead of sentencing.
His daughter detailed the "destruction and heartbreak" that her father's "untimely" death has caused.
His fiancée described how she can no longer carry out her job supporting patients with end of life care, and how they were due to wed this month.
She said: "Instead of being at our wedding, I have had to sit through his murder trial.
"He was my soulmate. I miss him more than words can say but now he's gone in such a brutal and barbaric way.
"The loving memories and happy times are now tarnished by this event."
Judge Picton said their moving statements demonstrated "the high regard in which he was held".
"The loss and suffering you caused that night is irreversible. His family and friends will never recover," he told Laouar as he sentenced him to life imprisonment.
"Your attack was brutal and remorseless.
"The victims were vulnerable and walking alone with no warning they would be attacked.
"The attacks were savage and sustained and they would have experienced a significant degree of pain, fear and suffering."
He continued: "The evidence against you was overwhelming. Despite this you have denied all responsibility.
"You had been a university student up until that day, and you acknowledge there was a decline in your mental health during that period.
"There is some evidence you were using cannabis to a greater extent than you admitted to the jury, and you were struggling with your mental health, but there is no explanation as to what you did."
The 38-year minimum term does not mean Laouar will be released at the end of it as the decision will then go to the parole board.
Judge Picton said the police officers involved in the case have been awarded a crown court commendation for their work.
"This must have been a challenging police investigation and the pressure to identify the defendant, who represented a real danger to members of the public, must have been extreme," he said. | https://www.kilburntimes.co.uk/news/crime/amine-laouar-jailed-murder-neasden-knife-attacks-9175148 | 2022-07-29T00:09:36Z | https://www.kilburntimes.co.uk/news/crime/amine-laouar-jailed-murder-neasden-knife-attacks-9175148 | true | 1 |
Fisherman’s Friends have become the first British band since The Beatles to inspire two feature films.
The Cornish sea-shanty-singing group began performing in their hometown of Port Isaac in 1995, before going on to secure a record deal with Universal Music’s Island Records in 2010.
The group – which is currently made up of brothers John and Jeremy Brown, John Lethbridge, Jason Nicholas, Toby Lobb, John McDonnell, Jon Cleave and Pete Hicks – were the inspiration for the 2019 film Fisherman’s Friends, starring Daniel Mays, James Purefoy and David Hayman.
The film saw cynical London music executive Danny, played by Mays, 44, discover a singing group of 10 Cornish fisherman while on a stag weekend and followed his attempt to have them believe they can achieve a top ten hit.
The film’s sequel, Fisherman’s Friends: One And All, is set for release on August 19 and will see Purefoy, 58, reprise the role of Jim, alongside other returning cast members including Maggie Steed, Dave Johns, Sam Swainsbury, Jade Anouka and Hayman, 74.
The second film, which finds the group struggling with their second album after the high of performing on the Pyramid Stage at Glastonbury Festival, will also feature a number of new cast members including Richard Harrington as the new band member Morgan as well as Ramon Tikaram, Joshua McGuire and Irish singer-songwriter Imelda May, in her debut acting role.
May, 48, also joins Fisherman’s Friends for three songs on the film’s accompanying soundtrack album – and the band’s 10th – which will be released alongside the film.
Speaking about the upcoming film, the band’s founder Cleave said: “Without sounding too biblical about it, there have been two comings of The Fisherman’s Friends.”
He added: “First up when we went and got discovered and got the recording contract and all that malarkey, and then once all that initial interest gradually faded, the movie came out and the whole thing kicked off again.
“Though it’s all very exciting, even to us Cornish gentlemen of a certain age, hopefully we’ve managed to stay steady at the helm, remain true to ourselves, and not get drawn into imagining we’re anything we’re not…”
The band’s manager Ian Brown added: “When I was lucky enough to meet the band singing in Port Isaac, I knew there was a bigger audience for their music. A sea shanty is a pop song that topped the charts before electricity was invented after all. What Shall We Do With The Drunken Sailor is the Let It Be of the 18th century.
“What no-one could foresee was just how much people would love them as people and their ever-evolving story. They are the perfect tonic for our times.”
The band are set for further success as Fisherman’s Friends: The Musical will tour the UK from September before branching out to Canada, the US and Australia.
Fisherman’s Friends have previously performed at The Queen’s Diamond Jubilee celebrations and Glastonbury festival. They were also awarded the good tradition award at the BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards in 2011. | https://www.shropshirestar.com/entertainment/showbiz/2022/07/29/fishermans-friends-are-first-british-band-since-the-beatles-to-inspire-two-films/ | 2022-07-29T00:12:33Z | https://www.shropshirestar.com/entertainment/showbiz/2022/07/29/fishermans-friends-are-first-british-band-since-the-beatles-to-inspire-two-films/ | false | 6 |
Riders shake up O-line again ahead of Lions matchup
The Saskatchewan Roughriders released their depth chart Thursday ahead of this week’s game against the B.C. Lions. Logan Ferland will start at centre for the first time with Cody Fajardo at quarterback.
“Just like any quarterback throws the ball differently, it’s the same thing with their snaps. I know he (Ferland) has the centre capabilities and he’s been Dan’s (Clark’s) right hand man and Dan’s done a great job of mentoring him so I got a lot of faith in what he’s going to do,” said Fajardo on having Ferland snap him the ball this week.
Logan Bandy, who has been filling at centre since Dan Clark was injured, is out this week due to illness, which meant Ferland was the next man up. Now Josiah St. John will get his first start as he takes over Ferland’s position at left guard.
“I’m the biggest lineman we have so I have to be really physical inside and really set the presence inside for us. That’s kind of my number one goals,” said St. John.
“He’s played a lot of football for us in the years prior so just trying now to get that continuity as our offensive line. That was something I was so happy about in the first couple of games and then once Dan went down, it just seemed like everything unraveled for us,” said Fajardo.
“There’s going to be some new faces in new spots and there will be a little bit of growing pains but we expect them to play well tomorrow and come out and play hard,” said head coach, Craig Dickenson on the new look of the offensive line this week.
Also new to the lineup is recent signing Shaq Cooper. Cooper was released from the Riders after the 2022 training camp but was signed this week after it was announced Frankie Hickson would also be out of the lineup due to illness. He will be the backup for Jamal Morrow at running back.
“He has to know the offence well enough that if we have an injury, we can go in there and we can put him in there and I think we can,” said Dickenson.
“I’m going to bring everything I got and show them what I’ve been doing since I’ve been home and try to win every play,” said Cooper.
Notable players back in the lineup this week are defensive back Nick Marshall, offensive lineman Terran Vaughn, and wide receiver Duke Williams.
Kickoff for Friday’s game is 7:00 p.m. on TSN.
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NEW YORK, July 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- EXCLUSIVE: Sen. Joe Manchin tells Chris Cuomo he won't commit to backing President Biden in '24. In the latest episode of The Chris Cuomo Project, Manchin opens up about the realities in the Democratic Party and gives a surprise answer for his own plans in the upcoming race.
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Sports presenter Tony Armstrong limps off ABC News Breakfast after injuring himself in a massive on-air fail
ABC News Breakfast sports presenter Tony Armstrong walked off the set of the morning show on Thursday after an on-air gaffe left him with a potential injury.
The former AFL player, 32, took part in an ill-advised segment in which he attempted to learn Irish dancing ahead of the upcoming Eireborne tour.
As Tony scuffled on set, his colleague Michael Rowland said he 'won't be happy until I see Tony Armstrong do one of those high kicks'.
'Just a treble and a high kick please, Tony,' co-host Catherine Murphy added, referring to a particular Irish dance.
Tony then did a spectacular high kick in front of the crew, before stumbling off set as the hosts laughed and cheered in amazement.
Michael and Catherine expressed concern as Tony joked about injuring his hamstring.
'Can we get a physio, please, to the studio?' she said.
'Call me out,' Tony added, before Catherine quipped: 'I really hope that doesn't affect his football career.'
ABC News Breakfast sports presenter Tony Armstrong (left) walked off the set of the morning show on Thursday after an on-air gaffe left him with a potential injury
'I think he really did do his hammies,' Michael said. 'He's limped out of the studio.'
It comes after another gaffe earlier this month saw the sportscaster host the weather, which isn't his field of expertise.
Tony left host Joe O'Brien stunned when he briefly stood-in for weather presenter Nate Byrne after he went missing on set.
'Now for a look at the weather, here's Nate Byrne,' Joe said as the camera panned to an empty desk.
It comes after another gaffe earlier this month saw the sportscaster host the weather, which isn't his field of expertise
Without missing a beat, Tony got up from his chair and walked over to the weather screen.
'Do you want me to step in?' Tony asked Joe, to which he replied, 'Tell us what's happening down in Melbourne today with the weather, Tony.'
'Well Melbourne down here... sunny day today. I think we're getting to a top of 14 [degrees]... pretty clear. So get your washing done today,' he ad-libbed.
The 32-year-old left host Joe O'Brien (pictured) stunned when he momentarily stood-in for weather presenter Nate Byrne after he went missing on the set. The charming TV star fell into a groove once the autocue began rolling
'Apologies to the people who want an outlook for everywhere else,' Tony joked.
The charming TV star fell into a groove once the autocue began rolling.
'I'm doing my best though, I'm doing my best,' he said.
Tony cemented his newfound star status when he won the Graham Kennedy Award for Most Popular New Talent at this year's Logie Awards.
Tony cemented his newfound star status when he won the Graham Kennedy Award for Most Popular New Talent at this year's Logie Awards. Pictured at the Logies
He delivered an emotional acceptance speech thanking his mother for her unflagging support throughout his career.
'The old cheese, my mum, she is a superstar, has done everything for me and has been a superstar and I would not be up here without her so a big thanks to her and please give her a clap, she will love it back home,' he said.
Last month, he announced he was coming out of football retirement after seven years away from the AFL, having played for Adelaide, Sydney and Collingwood.
The sports star signed on with a local Victorian football club, Barwon Heads Seagulls, for the remainder of the 2022 season.
Tony delivered an emotional acceptance speech thanking his mother for her unflagging support throughout his career. (Pictured with Gold Logie winner Hamish Blake) | https://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-11059857/Tony-Armstrong-limps-ABC-News-Breakfast-injuring-himself.html | 2022-07-29T00:28:07Z | https://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-11059857/Tony-Armstrong-limps-ABC-News-Breakfast-injuring-himself.html | true | 2 |
Mayor Colbert Martins informed Acorda Cidade this Thursday afternoon (28) that the realization of the Micareta de Feira de Santana is cancelled. The party would be held between the 15th and 18th of September this year.
According to the mayor, the justification for canceling the event is the increase in cases of covid-19 in the municipality, which has already accounted for almost 6 thousand cases this July. According to him, only today there are four people hospitalized with the disease.
In addition, there is fear of the arrival of monkeypox in the city, as several suspected cases in the region are being reported and five have already been confirmed in the Bahian capital.
Check out the mayor’s announcement in full:
Our lives are made up of decisions. Being mayor requires, above all, thinking about the community and, above all, establishing priorities whenever we are going to make a decision that affects our people.
Priorities. At this time with spending limits and still experiencing an economic recovery, we need to put people’s well-being first.
Even with mild symptoms, for the vaccinated, we are living a new wave of covid. This July alone, we officially had almost 6 thousand cases in Feira de Santana. A 370 percent growth compared to June.
In addition, even though these are isolated cases, we need to be aware of another problem: the popular monkeypox. The World Health Organization has even declared a global emergency.
In addition to being mayor, I am a doctor and, therefore, my responsibility to protect, take care of our people is even greater. Therefore, we have decided to suspend our Micareta scheduled for September.
I understand that leisure, fun is important. I know that Micareta generates income for many people, I understand. It’s a difficult decision, but as I said at the beginning, it’s a matter of priority. Thank you very much.
With information from journalist Maylla Nunes from Acorda Cidade.
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Adam Schiff Moving for Monumental Change in House and a Huge New Role for Himself
Rep. Adam Schiff of California has been positioning himself to become Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s successor as House Democratic leader, working behind the scenes to secure enough backing for his bid, The Washington Post reported Thursday.
The report cited over a dozen members of Congress and senior aides as saying Schiff is considering a bid to become the head of the House Democratic caucus should Pelosi, 82, retire after the November midterm elections.
Those the Post anonymously interviewed included eight lawmakers and 18 staff members and lobbyists.
Should Schiff secure enough support for his bid, he likely would be running against Majority Leader Steny Hoyer of Maryland, Majority Whip James Clyburn of South Carolina and Rep. Hakeem Jeffries of New York, the Post reported.
“And though he has not made an explicit ask for endorsements, he is gauging members’ interest and planting the seed that leading the caucus is his goal,” the outlet reported.
As part of “gauging” interest, Schiff has been speaking to members of key Democratic congressional blocs, including the Congressional Black Caucus, the Congressional Hispanic Caucus, the Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus, the Progressive Caucus and his own New Democratic Coalition, sources told the Post.
As the Democratic Party’s base of support calls for younger and more diverse leaders, it’s unclear whether Schiff, a 62-year-old white man, would be successful in his bid.
Jeffries and Clyburn are both African-American, although Clyburn is older than Schiff at 82. Jeffries is 51.
“I told [Schiff] I thought it would be a difficult thing because of the lead that Hakeem has,” a Democratic representative who is part of the California delegation told the outlet.
“I am with Jeffries and have been for quite some time,” said another California lawmaker who admires Schiff. “This puts me in an awkward place.”
“No one interviewed expressed outright support for Schiff,” the Post reported. “However, every member thought while leadership might not be the right place, Schiff deserved a prominent position within the party.”
Some members viewed Schiff as skipping his place in the tacitly accepted order of succession for House Democrat leadership.
“I think it’s very, very difficult to go from outside the leadership position to jumping everybody,” one source told the Post.
“That is a dynamic that would be hard for any politician. But I think there’s no question that if Schiff thinks he can take the top spot or even the top two or three, I don’t think there’s any question his math is complicated, if not impossible,” the source said.
“We are all very grateful for what he has done and what he continues to do,” a Democratic lawmaker told the Post, “but it’s been more of a high-profile political role than what we may need to knit the caucus together.”
As the ranking member of the House Intelligence Committee from 2015 to 2019, Schiff gained prominence when he took part in the investigation of then-President Donald Trump’s alleged collusion with Russia.
He was also actively involved in the Democratic Party’s first effort to impeach Trump in 2020, being one of the primary investigators in the inquiry into the president’s July 2019 phone call with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
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Future tower in Surrey City Centre sets aside space for TransLink bus parking lot
A City-owned surface public pay parking lot just behind Simon Fraser University’s (SFU) Sustainable Energy Engineering Building will be developed into a residential tower and a new TransLink bus layover facility serving Surrey City Centre.
According to a City of Surrey staff report, there will be a land sale and exchange agreement between the municipal government and developer ML Emporio Properties, with both landowners exchanging parcels of the site at the northeast corner of the intersection of 102A Avenue and 113A Avenue.
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The land swap will result in a residential development parcel on the west side of the site, and a City-owned bus layover facility parcel on the east side — wedged between the future development and the SFU building. There will also be some replacement public pay parking situated underground.
In its rezoning application, ML Emporio Properties is proposing to turn its development parcel at 13390 103rd Avenue into a 476-ft-tall, 43-storey condominium tower with a seven-storey rental housing podium. The architectural design firm is IBI Group.
There will be a total of 516 homes, including 422 condominium homes and 94 market rental homes. The condominium unit mix will be 132 studios, 118 one-bedroom units, 158 two-bedroom units, and 10 three-bedroom units, while the rental unit mix will be 12 studios, 60 one-bedroom units, 18 two-bedroom units, and four three-bedroom units.
On the ground level, a minor retail space of 3,700 sq ft will be included. The building’s total floor area is about 361,000 sq ft for a floor area ratio density of a floor area that is 10.4 times larger than the size of the development parcel.
Seven underground levels will provide 583 vehicle parking stalls and 628 secured bike parking spaces.
IBI Group is proposing to establish a noise and visual buffer between the building and the bus layover facility, including a wall of “heavy coniferous” plantings.
However, it should be noted that the bus layover facility the City is providing to TransLink is not part of the developer’s application. The bus layover facility will come as a separate project.
The municipal government has set aside $10.2 million in its 2022 budget towards the bus layover facility.
The site is about a five-minute walk from SkyTrain Surrey Central Station and the bus loop.
A new off-street bus layover facility is needed to replace the existing bus loop, as its footprint is a part of the City-led plan to build the “Centre Block” development of over two million sq ft of commercial and institutional space. The closed North Surrey Recreation Centre is set to be redeveloped into a a 738 ft tall, 47-storey office tower — one of Metro Vancouver’s future tallest buildings — and a 328 ft tall, 19-storey mass timber office tower. The adjacent bus loop and surface parking lot are expected to be sold to SFU for a major expansion of its academic campus in the area. The master plan calls for a 20-storey and an 11-storey tower with a combined 750,000 sq ft of office and institutional floor area on the bus loop and parking lot.
The existing bus loop will be replaced by a new on-street bus exchange within Centre Block, with passenger unloading on the north side of 102nd Avenue (westbound) and boarding on the south side of Central Avenue (eastbound) opposite Civic Plaza. Based on schematics, the planned bus layover facility just a block to the west will have a capacity for up to 14 parked buses.
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CALGARY, Alberta (AP) _ Advantage Energy Ltd. (AAVVF) on Thursday reported second-quarter profit of $128.8 million.
The Calgary, Alberta-based company said it had net income of 65 cents per share.
The oil and gas company posted revenue of $237.2 million in the period.
Advantage Energy shares have risen 36% since the beginning of the year. In the final minutes of trading on Thursday, shares hit $8, more than doubling in the last 12 months.
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CALGARY, Alberta (AP) _ Advantage Energy Ltd. (AAVVF) on Thursday reported second-quarter profit of $128.8 million.
The Calgary, Alberta-based company said it had net income of 65 cents per share.
The oil and gas company posted revenue of $237.2 million in the period.
Advantage Energy shares have risen 36% since the beginning of the year. In the final minutes of trading on Thursday, shares hit $8, more than doubling in the last 12 months.
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NEW YORK (AP) — Andrew Benintendi wouldn’t say whether he will get vaccinated for COVID-19 now that he’s with the first-place New York Yankees rather than the last-place Kansas City Royals.
A day after New York acquired the 28-year-old All-Star from the Royals for three minor league pitchers, Benintendi was hitting leadoff and playing left field against his former team on Thursday night.
He was among 10 Royals who missed a four-game series at Toronto from July 14-17 because he was not vaccinated and could not enter Canada. He lost $186,813 of the $8.5 million salary.
The Yankees have a three-game series at Toronto from Sept. 26-28.
“Right now, you know, I’m still positioned in the same spot. I’m open-minded about it,” Benintendi said. “I’m not against it, but time will tell as we get closer, but for now I’m just focused on getting here, getting comfortable, getting to know the guys and winning baseball games.”
Benintendi, who took a called third strike from Brady Singer in his first Yankees at-bat, had not yet discussed the issue with his new team.
“We’ll cross that bridge if and when we have to but I have not had that conversation,” Yankees manager Aaron Boone said.
Benintendi had arrived with the Royals in New York and was in his hotel room when Royals manager Mike Matheny told him of the trade at about 11 p.m. Wednesday night.
“It’s a weird situation,” Benintendi said. “Obviously lacing it up with them yesterday and now I’m going against them today.”
Matheny was aware the trade was possible before the flight but kept the possibility to himself.
“We couldn’t do anything and tried to honor the rules that the league puts in place and letting the medicals go through,” Matheny said. “We landed and still couldn’t say anything, so I kind of hunkered down outside his door and kind of made sure he didn’t escape.”
Matheny got general manager J. J. Picollo and team president Dayton Moore on speakerphone when he told Benintendi.
“Fortunate and grateful to the Yankees for holding that down as long as they could so we could have that conversation in person,” Matheny said. “He deserved to have that conversation in person.”
As word spread amongst the Royals, many who found out from Twitter and other social media, several players gathered in Benintendi’s room to wish him well. Some even stuck around to play cards with their old mate. One well-wisher was Bobby Witt Jr., whose locker was positioned directly next to Benintendi’s at Kauffman Stadium.
“I got to talk to him a lot about baseball,” Witt said of their time as teammates. “He’s a great person both on and off the field so just really anxious to see him continue his success.”
Benintendi had to switch from No. 16 to No. 18 with the Yankees — 16 is retired for Whitey Ford.
Hititng .320 with three homers, 39 RBIs and a .788 OPS this season, Benintendi should fit in nicely with an offense that has scored the most runs in the majors.
“Been a guy that’s got a championship, battle-tested. Obviously played a key part in the Red Sox run in ’18, was a key figure for them,” Boone said. “He’s had an All-Star caliber season, a guy that gets on base, great bat-to-ball skills, good defender in left field. I’m real excited to have him.”
Tim Locastro was optioned to Scranton/Wilkes-Barre to open a roster spot.
Boone plans to slot his new addition in left field for the most part, a position where he won a Gold Glove last year. Aaron Judge could see more time in right field rather than center, and Aaron Hicks could see time in center rather than left.
“I think he makes us more versatile, gives us some more balance,” Boone said of Benintendi.
For now, Benintendi was remaining in the Royals hotel.
“I don’t know what’s going to go on there,” he said. “Still getting a lot of information right now so just trying to process everything.”
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RENTON, Wash. (AP) — Before he stepped to the podium, K.J. Wright was hopeful he’d be able to keep his emotions in check.
It took only a couple of minutes for the tears to start.
“I gave this game every ounce I had in my body. I gave it my heart and my soul. I put my body on the line. I made sacrifices in my personal life. It’s safe to say, I’m on empty right now,” Wright said on Thursday.
The 11-year NFL veteran announced his retirement a day after signing a one-day contract so that he could step away from the game with the team that drafted Wright in the fourth round of the 2011 draft.
He grew into being a stalwart for the best teams in Seattle’s history, a Pro Bowl selection and 10-year anchor as part of the Seahawks’ defense.
It was an emotional 25 minutes for Wright that included calling his mom, dad and wife onto the stage to express his appreciation. He directly thanked Seattle general manager John Schneider, coach Pete Carroll, former teammates, coaches, equipment staff and athletic trainers for their roles in his career.
Wright arrived in Seattle before the Seahawks ascended to being a dominant force in the NFC, playing in consecutive Super Bowls and winning the first title in franchise history with one of the more dominant defenses in recent history.
He was integral to the foundation of those title teams. And even as others cycled in and out of Seattle, Wright remained.
“From where he started out and all that but where he showed himself so early to be such a factor on our team, mentality and culture and all of that,” Carroll said. “He will always hold a special place.”
Wright said of all his seasons, he was most proud of 2018 when an ongoing knee issue led him to play in only five games and start to believe his career was going to be over. He also was concerned about his future going into the 2020 season. Wright had shoulder surgery just before the start of the COVID-19 pandemic and with his rehab options limited, was worried he’d pass his physical.
He did pass and went on to start all 16 games.
But the following offseason was when Wright started to consider retirement. He’d reached his goal of playing 10 seasons, but figured after his 2020 performance — even if Seattle was ready to move on — there would be options in free agency.
Instead?
“My phone was so dry. Coming off my best year, my 10th year I thought, ‘somebody’s about to call,’ but that didn’t happen. That ... sucked,” Wright said.
Wright eventually signed with the Raiders and appeared in every game for Las Vegas. But his family remained in the Seattle area and the separation cemented that if there wasn’t an opportunity back with the Seahawks, it was time for Wright to step away.
He said he still plans to attend as many Seahawks games as he can this fall, but “in the suite sipping on tequila.”
“I want to take this fall to enjoy life, to enjoy myself, enjoy my family,” Wright said. “And I know at the end of the day, when I do get ready, I want to come and serve this organization. And not in coaching. Let’s just get it understood, not in coaching. But I want to serve this organization.”
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We might not yet know exactly what the two Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning movies are truly about (you know, besides Tom Cruise throwing himself into life-threatening situations and writer/director Christopher McQuarrie holding his breath a lot), but we do at least know more more person who will appear in Part Two. Mindhunter's Holt McCallany has joined the ensemble.
While we got something of a glimpse of at least Part One thanks to that impressive first trailer launched around the release of Top Gun: Maverick, Team Mission is still playing their cards close to their chest.
McCallany's character does, though have a name and a job: he's Secretary of Defense Bernstein. The actor joins a cast that includes, in addition to Cruise, Simon Pegg, Ving Rhames, Rebecca Ferguson, Hayley Atwell, Shea Whigham and Pom Klementieff. Plus many, many more.
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YEADON — Yeadon borough officials are proceeding with two independent investigations related to the July 5 police holding cell hanging.
On July 5, Shawn Morcho, 22, was found hanging in a Yeadon Police Department holding cell after he had been picked up on a bench warrant on a simple assault case earlier in the day. A police officer found him, cut him down and attempted unsuccessfully to resuscitate him. Morcho was pronounced dead at the scene by paramedics.
Relatedly, Wednesday night, Yeadon Borough Council approved the hiring of The Valori Group to conduct an independent investigation into the matter. Mayor Rohan Hepkins said he also has a panel including former Yeadon Police Chief Donald Molineux and Delaware County Chief Deputy Sheriff Michellene Conte.
There is also an investigation being conducted by the Delaware County District Attorney’s Criminal Investigation Division.
Yeadon Borough Council President Sharon Council-Harris said she was informed by the borough solicitor that the CID investigation is expected to take two more weeks to complete.
“I just want to extend additional condolences to the family of Shawn Morcho,” Council-Harris said. “It’s a hard-felt loss to our community and to the family.”
She also said she recognizes the need for answers for the family and the community.
“There were six officers in the department when (the incident happened),” Council-Harris said. “For no one to be watching or monitoring him, we don’t have the answer to that.”
She said she expects there to be some when the CID investigation is complete.
“In the meantime, we want to make sure that our police officers have available to them the best training for mental health situations, for diversity training, just the best practices,” Council-Harris said.
In light of that, the council moved to hire New Jersey-based The Valori Group Wednesday night.
Council-Harris said the firm has 30 years of experience in security work with military and police backgrounds.
“They have a plethora of experience in doing this work,” she said. “They have great experience. They’re also able to conduct the search for the new chief.”
Former Yeadon Police Chief Anthony “Chachi” Paparo was fired by a 4-3 council vote in February. Paparo has filed a suit in federal court alleging he was the victim of racial bias and that the $387,000 of money mismanagement paid to police officers in 2019 and in 2020 was just a pretext.
In addition to the Valori Group, Yeadon Mayor Rohan Hepkins spoke about the CID investigation and the additional ongoing independent evaluation.
“We did conduct an investigation … to see if there is any criminal wrongdoing — if they did anything wrong, if they mistreated the victim, if they had manhandled, if they aided and abetted,” Hepkins said of an internal Yeadon Police investigation. “They were cleared of that almost immediately.”
Hepkins said CID cleared the officers of criminal wrongdoing.
“The officers involved were cleared almost immediately,” he said. “In a couple of hours, they were cleared … There’s no need for desk duty.”
He said the investigation with Molineux and Conte will look into anything that could have been done to prevent this, such as greater oversight procedures when dealing with people with mental illness.
“This is unfortunate,” Hepkins said. “Yeadon has had a very sterling reputation. The last police discharge of a gun against a resident was 20 years ago – that was a Black sergeant against a Black resident. Police have been under control and they haven’t had to use their guns in Yeadon for everyday policing.
“It’s not a George Floyd situation,” the mayor said. “Yeadon’s police has been held up as a quintessential example of community policing.”
He said the officers themselves are grieving the incident.
“The police officers are traumatized,” Hepkins said. “They feel bad that it happened and they wished they could have prevented it.”
Other borough officials offered their comments.
“I’m horrified and saddened,” Taliah Jones-Waters, Yeadon borough councilwoman and public safety chair, said. “When I read that incident report, I was in tears. I had questions of my own.”
She said when a parent sends their child off in the custody of the police, they anticipate that they are going to a rehab center to get help with issues going on if mental illness is present. There is not, she added, the anticipation that they will receive a phone call that their son is gone.
“It’s definitely heartfelt,” Jones-Waters said. “We want answers. We want answers. I stand with the family when I say that we want answers. We want to get an independent investigation.”
Borough Council Vice President Learin Johnson said it was imperative to get the investigation done expeditiously.
She herself lost a 29-year-old child 15 years ago and said some days remain tough while others aren’t as difficult.
One thing is certain for Yeadon borough officials.
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Summer and Fall Happenings at the UMaine Hutchinson Center
Belfast, Maine — The University of Maine Hutchinson Center in Belfast has a diverse range of in-person and online opportunities this summer and fall, all open to the public. “Finding Our Voices,” an exhibit featuring Patrisha McLean’s photo portraits of 43 Maine survivors of domestic abuse, is on display through October...
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Red Sox get mixed bag of injury updates on Trevor Story, Rafael Devers
The Boston Red Sox have had a roller coaster of a season. They came out of the gates scuffling and fell way behind in the American League East. Then the Red Sox went on a tear, winning 28 of 37 games and took the lead in the AL Wild Card race. However, things have fallen apart over the last month. Much of that has had to do with injuries.
Red Sox second baseman Trevor Story was placed on the injured list with a right wrist injury earlier in July. Shortly after that, All-Star third baseman Rafael Devers joined him on the IL with hamstring inflammation.
On Friday, Red Sox manager Alex Cora provided some updates on his star players. The good news is that Devers is expected to return when he is first eligible to come off the IL August 2.
Rich Hill is scheduled to pitch four innings in Double-A. Barnes is slated to pitch in back-to-back games. Arroyo playing 2B for Portland tonight. Devers taking grounders, expected to return as soon as eligible.
— Alex Speier (@alexspeier) July 28, 2022
However, that’s about where the good news ends because the update on Story was not nearly as positive. Cora informed the media that Story is still experiencing discomfort in his right hand. He went on to talk about how important of a loss Story has been to the team, particularly on defense.
Story is still feeling discomfort in his hand. Cora says Sox have missed “that elite defender” at 2B. “He became the rock of the infield.”
— Alex Speier (@alexspeier) July 28, 2022
Story is “that elite defender… He became the rock of the infield,” Cora said.
The Red Sox have also been brutalized with their pitching. Boston aces Chris Sale and Nathan Eovaldi have each missed more than a month on the IL. Michael Wacha, who is having an extremely impressive resurgent year, has been out since July 5th with shoulder inflammation. Even Rich Hill has been out of the rotation, but that one comes as less of a surprise. | https://clutchpoints.com/red-sox-news-get-mixed-bag-of-injury-updates-on-trevor-story-rafael-devers/ | 2022-07-29T00:51:36Z | https://clutchpoints.com/red-sox-news-get-mixed-bag-of-injury-updates-on-trevor-story-rafael-devers/ | false | 1 |
Harry Styles secures first Mercury Prize nomination
LONDON — (AP) — Harry Styles has secured his first Mercury Prize nomination with his third solo album, competing for the British music award with acts like singer-songwriter Sam Fender and rapper Little Simz.
Styles was shortlisted Tuesday for his album “Harry's House,” which has topped U.K. album charts for six weeks — longer than all of the albums he recorded as a member of the boy band One Direction combined.
The 12 albums shortlisted for this year's Mercury Prize, which recognizes the best British or Irish album of the year, include Fender's “Seventeen Going Under" and Little Simz's “Sometimes I Might Be Introvert.”
Actress Jessie Buckley, who recently won an Olivier Award for best actress in a musical for her role as Sally Bowles in “Cabaret,” also made the list for “For All Our Days That Tear The Heart,” her album with former Suede guitarist Bernard Butler.
A judging panel that included musicians Jamie Cullum and Anna Calvi narrowed the nominations down for the short list.
The panel said the albums covered “everything from imaginative pop to pioneering rap to Cornish language folk-rock.”
The awards show is set to take place on Sept. 8 in London with live performances from many of the shortlisted acts.
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CORAL GABLES, FLA. (WSVN) - Police are asking for the public’s help in their search for an 82-year-old man who went missing in Coral Gables and is described as endangered.
Luis Guerrero was last seen exiting his ophthalmologist’s office on foot located near Coral Way and Douglas Road, and left the area in an unknown direction around 9:05 a.m., Thursday.
He stands 5 feet, 4 inches tall, weighs about 130 pounds and has balding, white hair. He was also last seen wearing a brown baseball hat, brown plaid shirt, light brown khaki pants and sneakers.
According to Mr. Guerrero’s daughter, Danmy Denis, he has the onset of Dementia.
Guerrero also frequents the Walgreens near the 2700 block of West Flagler Street in the City of Miami.
Anyone with any information on his whereabouts should contact Detective Cruz at 305-460-5440.
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(RTTNews) - SkyWest Inc (SKYW) reported a profit for second quarter that decreased from last year but beat the Street estimates.
The company's earnings came in at $54.0 million, or $1.07 per share. This compares with $62.0 million, or $1.22 per share, in last year's second quarter.
Analysts on average had expected the company to earn $0.45 per share, according to figures compiled by Thomson Reuters. Analysts' estimates typically exclude special items.
The company's revenue for the quarter rose 21.6% to $799.1 million from $657.0 million last year.
SkyWest Inc earnings at a glance (GAAP) :
-Earnings (Q2): $54.0 Mln. vs. $62.0 Mln. last year. -EPS (Q2): $1.07 vs. $1.22 last year. -Analyst Estimates: $0.45 -Revenue (Q2): $799.1 Mln vs. $657.0 Mln last year.
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LEWISTON, Minn. — Some conservation groups are sounding the alarm concerning some waterways in southeastern Minnesota after thousands of fish were recently found dead.
And it's not the first time that's happened in that area, which is home to a lot of trout.
"They need cold water and there's a steady supply there, better than anywhere else in the state," said Minnesota Trout Unlimited Executive Director John Lenczewski.
In fact, Lenczewski says recreational trout fishing has a more than $800 million economic impact on the state every year.
"And it's gone up from that," said Lenczewski. "I'm sure it's a billion dollars a year to the state's economy from just the trout fishing in the southeastern corner of the state."
That's why he's all the more concerned about a recent fish kill on Rush Creek, north of I-90 near Lewiston.
Lenczewski says property owners alerted him to about 75 dead fish on Tuesday. On Thursday, the DNR confirmed it counted 2,500 fish, most of which are brown trout. Some of the fish are up to 27" long.
"People fish their lifetime to catch one of those fish and normally don't, so it's sad to see those big wild fish and that the loss of that to the gene pool," said Lenczewski.
In a statement, the DNR and the Pollution Control Agency say they're investigating and don't believe the fish kill happened naturally.
"The agencies have launched thorough investigations to look at all possible causes, including whether this was triggered by an extreme weather event. Field crews from the three agencies have collected fish and water samples and are analyzing results to help determine the cause of the fish kill. The fish kill was observed following heavy rainfall in the area on July 23. Such rainfall events are known to result in contaminated runoff to streams and rivers."
The MPCA also confirms four other fish kills in that area in the last five years, where nearly 1,900 fish died all together.
"We know from the previous ones, it tends to be in conjunction with a rainfall event, but it's clearly something that gets into the water," said Lenczewski. "Some pollutant is being carried in."
The state does have pesticide and fertilizer laws, saying it initiates hundreds of inspections every year. Permits and recordkeeping are also mandatory for people spreading manure. The state says, in this case, it is looking into whether those regulations are being followed.
"What that says for humans, and I don't know the answer, but it's a question we have, like, should we be eating fish from those streams?" said Lenczewski.
He says setbacks like this are detrimental to the rivers his group works so hard to restore, oftentimes with tax-payer money.
"It seems a big waste of money to allow these fish kills," says Lenczewski. "I think we'd like to identify what caused this and then how we can we prevent this from happening again because it we don't have adequate rules or people aren't following that, something has to change."
The MPCA also said in its statement that there aren't any additional concerns right now, in part, because the water that killed the fish is gone and flowed downstream.
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BARRE — Nicolas Storellicastro didn’t think twice about accepting the job as Barre’s new city manager and any nervousness he felt when he started work last week was washed away when he opened his first “official piece of mail.”
It was a greeting card.
One, Storellicastro says was waiting for him — complete with a personal note from Judith Miles, who lives in a nearby nursing home.
“What a lovely thing and to me it was just a nice ‘welcome,’” says Storellicastro, who has felt nothing but welcome in Barre since he traveled from his former home in New York City to interview for the job back in May.
So says the man who is now settling into the office Steve Mackenzie occupied for 12 years.
It shows.
Once dominated by the coordinated clutter for which Mackenzie was famous right up until his recent retirement, the office with the steam-cleaned carpet and the fresh coat of paint — the color is “zen,” according to Storellicastro — is still a work in progress.
The clutter is gone, the walls are bare, the bookshelf is mostly empty and the only paper in sight is neatly stacked on desk with a mostly visible polished surface and that card from Miles.
Give it time.
Storellicastro says he’s not looking to replicate Mackenzie’s unique filing system, but knows there is an avalanche of paperwork coming his way and the sterile look won’t last.
“It’s not going to look like Steve’s (Mackenzie’s) office, but it’s not going to be completely zen either,” he predicts.
Expect family photographs — including his wife, Allison, who picked the “zen” paint and their two young sons, Maximo, 8, and Sonny, 6, to be hung before long. They will be joined on the office walls by artwork reflecting the communities — New York City and Albany, New York. before that — where Storellicastro, 39, has spent almost all of his professional career. Argentina, where Storellicastro was born and still has extended family, will no doubt be represented in his evolving office, as will Colorado, where his family moved when he was seven, and he took his first job in government after graduating from Colorado State University.
Storellicastro says he’s looking to add something local to the mix.
“I want something ‘Barre’ in here,” he says, predicting that shouldn’t be difficult based on his recent tour of Studio Place Arts.
So who is Nicolas Storellicastro?
For starters he was born Roberto Nicolas Storelli-Castro, the son or Roberto Storelli and Liliana Castro. In a nod to his now-deceased dad he has always been called “Nicolas,” and the hyphen in his last name was dropped when he got married to avoid confusion about his wife’s maiden name.
Storellicastro’s “let’s make it one word” solution with respect to his once-hyphenated last name reflects the flexibility and problem-solving that should serve him well in a job that is exactly the kind he had in mind when he earned his masters of public administration degree in local government from the State University of New York at Albany.
The economy was tight at the time and Storellicastro opted to take a job in the New York State Assembly instead and later made the move to New York City.
From the “Big Apple” to the Granite City might seem like an unusual transition, but it’s one Storellicastro says he was ready to make.
“I was happy to do it,” he says, stressing that wasn’t a knock on New York City where he moved with his wife when their youngest son was still in diapers and their oldest was barely 3.
“People said you’re crazy to be taking kids to New York,” he recalls. “We loved it! We lived it up. We went to the zoo, we went to the museums, we went to the beach.”
Then came the pandemic, which took all the best things about living in New York off the table and introduced fresh challenges including requiring his wife to essentially serve as their oldest son’s second-grade teacher.
“It got really hard to live in New York after COVID,” he says, acknowledging that things are better now than they were when the family agreed to explore other possibilities and, for a variety of reasons, Vermont was in the mix.
“How do you explain ‘nostalgia’ for a place you never lived in?” he asks. “But, I feel like that’s what Vermont is.”
From the outside looking in, the low-key lifestyle, the close-knit communities and the outdoor opportunities were all appealing to Storellicastro, who says central Vermont checked all of those boxes and the Barre job was immediately appealing.
Storellicastro’s initial impressions of Barre?
“I thought: ‘This is a place I can raise a family; this is the right size; this looks like this can be home,’” he says.
It isn’t quite yet, but it soon will be.
For the time being, Storellicastro is spending his weeks at the Reynolds House and splitting his weekends between Albany and Schroon Lake in New York where his wife and children are staying with his in-laws.
All have visited Barre, toured the Liberty Street home they are in the process of purchasing, checked out the municipal pool, the neighboring playground, and a couple of local restaurants.
As a dad, Storellicastro, says the fact that his sons, who were initially reluctant about making a move, are now badgering him about when they will be able to join him, is a relief.
“They love it here,” he says.
Once they close on their new home next month, Storellicastro says the family will settle in before Maximo, who is heading into the fourth grade and soon-to-be-first-grader Sonny, start classes at the Montessori School in neighboring Barre Town.
Storellicastro says his wife, who was formerly employed as an environmental advocate, but has been a stay at home mom for the past few years, is looking to go back to work and he is eager to do more than decorate his office.
A self-described “political science geek,” Storellicastro has come to believe local government is where you can make the most difference and he thinks his fresh perspective coupled with the know-how of the city’s seasoned staff will be a good combination. It is one of the reasons he took the job.
“There’s a good core group of department heads with a lot of experience and I’m going to be leaning on them, he says.
There are also some easy-to-spot challenges. Aging infrastructure and downtown vacancies among them. But Storellicastro sees a city that has more going for it than not. You can invest in aging infrastructure, you can’t buy Barre’s central location or the volume of traffic that travels through its downtown on a daily basis.
“There is a lot of great opportunity here,” he says. “I saw that coming in, and I’m excited about taking that next step, whatever that next step is.”
After two weeks on the job, Storellicastro says Barre’s biggest assets are its residents. That includes Mackenzie, who has been a helpful mentor, Miles and others who have reached out and welcomed him and those who serve the city in a variety of volunteer capacities.
“There are a lot of civically engaged people here,” he says. “It’s a community of people who care about their community.”
Storellicastro is now one of them — an immigrant who is honored to be running a city that was built by immigrants and is now in the midst of an annual festival that celebrates its ethnic heritage.
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LI Food Not Bombs volunteer Rose Zacchi loves community feeling
Rose Zacchi's friends know where to find her every Sunday afternoon -- in Hempstead, at West Columbia Street and Station Plaza. Come 2 p.m., she's unloading food from her car at the Long Island Food Not Bombs share. When she's done, she helps set it up and distribute it.
On Tuesday nights at 7, she's at the Huntington Station share at East Sixth Street and Fairground Avenue, repeating the process. At 7 p.m. every Thursday, Zacchi is at the Farmingville share at Horseblock Road and Woodycrest Drive, doing the same things. In between those days, she's on call.
"I might get a call at 9 at night that there's food to pick up somewhere," said Zacchi, a Ronkonkoma resident. Since the food is mostly perishables, it must be delivered right away. "So, if it's not going to a food share, I'll bring it to a local shelter like Phoenix House," she said.
In addition to all those hours with Long Island Food Not Bombs, Zacchi, 56, puts in a full day at her job at Pilgrim Psychiatric Center's outpatient clinic in Yaphank. She is a vocational assistant and has worked there for the past 33 years.
"I find jobs for people who have mental disabilities," she said. "And I do job coaching once someone gets a job." Her duties range from helping her clients write resumes and deal with co-workers to handling anxiety about social situations on the job, such as eating lunch with co-workers. But Zacchi wanted to do more.
About six years ago, she got her wish after reading a news article about a group of people giving out bread. "And I thought, 'That's what I want to do!' " Zacchi recalled. She went to the Hempstead Long Island Food Not Bombs food share and was hooked from that moment on.
"It wasn't just giving out food, it was sharing food . . . it was community," Zacchi said.
It has become her passion and her social life.
"My friends always say, 'Why don't you do something fun?' and I explain, this is my life. I get everything out of it. I meet people at shares from all walks of life. . . . It's incredible. There are no barriers, no lines drawn. We are all the same, and we can all be in these people's situation at any time."
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The organization is looking for people interested in donating vans in working condition that could be used for donation pickups. For more on Long Island Food Not Bombs, email LongIslandFoodNotBombs@gmail.com, visit lifnb.com or call 631-223-4370.
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Boots on the Ground in Ronkonkoma collects and delivers food and furniture for veterans and their families.
Contact: 631-615-2200; bootsonthegroundny.com
Island Harvest in Mineola collects and delivers food to a network of 570 Long Island-based food pantries, soup kitchens and other nonprofit organizations. It is at 199 Second St. in Mineola.
Contact: 516-294-8528, islandharvest.org
St. Hugh of Lincoln Outreach Food Pantry in Huntington Station is open Monday-Friday from 10 a.m. to noon and 1 to 3 p.m. Chet Lukaszewski of Huntington, a retired high school teacher, has volunteered at the pantry for 10 years. "I believe in you earn, learn and return," he said.
Contact: Fran Leek, 631-271-8986; sthugh.org/parishlife/outreach
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Seattle Seahawks wide receiver DK Metcalf is signing a three-year, $72 million extension that includes $58.2 million guaranteed, multiple media outlets reported on Thursday.
Per reports, Metcalf will receive a $30 million signing bonus -- the highest ever for a wide receiver.
He was slated to make $3.986 million in 2022, the fourth and final year of his rookie deal.
Metcalf, 24, was a spectator on the first day of training camp Thursday.
He has 216 catches for 3,170 yards and 29 touchdowns in 49 career games (48 starts) for Seattle.
Metcalf was selected by the Seahawks in the second round of the 2019 NFL Draft and made the Pro Bowl after the 2020 season.
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