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Pizza giant Domino's launches a new BURGER range - here's how to try one of the new creations
- Domino's Australia has announced their new exclusive Burger Joint Pizza Range
- New pizzas include Burger Joint Hamburger ($18.95) and Cheeseburger ($10.95)
- The pizzas are made with 100% Aussie beef, American cheese, butter pickles
- The Burger Joint Pizza Range is available via the Domino's App from August 8
Domino's has just announced its new venture into the 'burger market' - but there's an unexpected twist.
Domino's Burger Joint Pizza Range offers a fresh, new take on the beloved cheeseburgers and hamburgers with four new pizzas available from August 8.
The exclusive range can be ordered via the Domino's App and include the Burger Joint Cheeseburger ($10.95) to the Burger Joint Hamburger ($18.95).
Australia's largest pizza company has just announced their new venture into the burger market
Domino's Burger Joint Pizza Range offers a fresh, new take on the beloved cheeseburgers and hamburgers with four exciting new pizzas available from August 8
Domino's ANZ CEO David Burness also spoke highly of the quality of their food after being delivered in comparison to other restaurants.
'We have taken almost 40 years of experience and developed a burger specifically for the delivery generation,' said Burness.
He added, 'No more soggy bread rolls and limp lettuce. Domino's is bringing home the burger – on a pizza!'
The pizzas are loaded with premium burger ingredients like 100% Aussie beef burger pieces, authentic American burger cheese, butter pickles, and special burger sauce.
Domino's ANZ CEO David Burness spoke highly of the quality of their food after being delivered in comparison to other restaurants
The exclusive range can be ordered via the Domino's App and prices range from the Burger Joint Cheeseburger ($10.95) to the Burger Joint Hamburger ($18.95)
Domino's Culinary Innovation & Development Chef Michael Treacy revealed that while it was not the first time pizza and burger had stepped out together, Domino's four new Burger Joint pizzas were 'a whole new burger experience.'
'We live in the Golden Age of Delivery and burgers have yet to ketchup,' said Treacy.
He added, 'They're often cold or falling apart by the time they reach your door because they were simply never designed to be delivered.'
'What makes our Burger Joint pizzas so incredible is that our premium ingredients were carefully chosen for maximum burger goodness, while ensuring they could be delivered hot and fresh just like a Domino's pizza.
Domino's Culinary Innovation & Development Chef Michael Treacy revealed that while it was not the first time pizza and burger had stepped out together, Domino's four new Burger Joint pizzas were 'a whole new burger experience'
Thousands flooded the pizza chain's Instagram with excitement.
'Oh my GOD,' said one man. 'I never knew I needed this.'
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PARIS (dpa-AFX) - Veolia announced an agreement to sell Suez's UK waste business to Macquarie Asset Management for 2.4 billion euros.
The disposal of Suez's UK waste business addresses the main concerns of the UK competition authority, Veolia said in a statement.
Veolia noted that less than a year following the closing of the Suez takeover bid, the antitrust divestment program is close to full completion. It represents a cumulative value of approximately 3.4 billion euros and it has been carried out at valuation levels that allow for immediate and substantial value creation.
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Boy, 13, attacked after coming face-to-face with shark
OVIEDO, Fla. (WKMG) - A 13-year-old boy and his family faced a terrifying experience while vacationing in Florida when a shark attacked the teenager, biting his lip.
Lobstering in the Florida Keys is tradition for the Hricko family. Fischer Hricko, 13, his dad and the rest of his family took their boat out on the water July 27 with the goal of catching as many of the crustaceans as they could.
WARNING: Video included in this story may contain disturbing content.
On the prowl with his net in hand, Fischer says he snagged a lobster underwater.
“On my way up, I felt a little nudge on the back of my leg, so I turned around, thinking it was someone or something like that,” he said.
But what the 13-year-old saw wasn’t at all what he expected.
“I turned around, and there’s a shark, like, right here,” he said.
The shark that Fischer says was right in front of his face instantly latched onto his mouth, biting his lip.
“It was scary. I tried getting away, but it was so fast,” the teenager said.
Fischer says he grabbed the shark and pulled it from his face.
“Then, I just swam as fast as I could back to the boat, screaming,” he said.
It was a terrifying moment for both Fischer and his parents.
“I started swimming back to him as quickly as I could,” said his father, Kent Hricko. “When I’m approaching him, I’m just seeing blood gushing out of his face, and at that point, I’m like, ‘Oh my gosh. What happened?’”
In a team effort, Fischer’s family got him back on the boat and rushed to shore. They drove him to an urgent care clinic, where he got at least 10 stitches on his upper lip.
“He was definitely scared, definitely shocked, a little bit of crying but not much. He was being tough,” Kent Hricko said.
After just one night spent recovering, Fischer was ready for more, refusing to let the scary experience ruin his family trip.
“You gotta always stay positive,” he said.
But instead of catching lobsters, he had his eyes set on using a hook to catch a shark. He managed to get a hook in a shark that was at least 4 feet long, but he was unable to reel it in. Regardless, he believes it was a good way to end his family trip.
“Fischer’s going to have a cool story to tell when he goes back to school,” Kent Hricko said.
For now, Fischer can’t go back in the water while his lip is healing, but the 13-year-old says that as soon as he recovers, he plans to do so.
It’s believed the shark that bit Fischer was a nurse shark, a species that’s usually known to be docile and not a threat to humans.
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FSN E-Commerce Ventures shares rose over 4 percent on Monday after the company posted strong numbers for the quarter ended June, with consumer demand recovering. FSN E-Commerce is the parent company of beauty products retailer Nykaa.
At 11:52 IST, shares of Nykaa were trading 0.9 percent higher at Rs 1,425 on the BSE.
On a consolidated basis, the company reported a 41 percent year-on-year (YoY) rise in revenue from operations to Rs 11,484 million in the April-June period, while net profit was up 42 percent to Rs 50 million.
The beauty product company said it continued to grow strongly overall with an improvement in gross margin and efficiency in fulfilment expense leading to better EBITDA margin overall on a YoY basis.
Annual Unique Transacting Customers are those, identified by email id or mobile number, who have placed at least one order on Nykaa’s website, mobile application or physical stores during the last 12 months ended as of the measurement date. Gross Merchandise Value is the monetary value of orders across the company’s websites, mobile applications and physical stores.
For the beauty and personal care segment, the focus on customer acquisition and order volume is expected to drive long-term sustainable growth, the company said. Orders in the segment grew 40 percent YoY to 8.1 million in the first quarter of FY23.
Besides the beauty and personal care segment, Nykaa sees strong sequential growth for the fashion segment while maintaining a focus on conversion.
Management commentary
Falguni Nayar, Executive Chairperson, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, said, “Our business continues to grow across the verticals, despite an adverse and challenging macroeconomic environment, demonstrating the strength of our business fundamentals and unique customer-first experiences."
The beauty vertical, online and offline, is witnessing growth momentum while building efficiencies across the value chain, Nayar said. She added that consumer demand for beauty, personal care and wellness is also showing early signs of recovery and that the company is gearing up for a promising festive season this year.
Anchit Nayar, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Nykaa E-Retail, told CNBC-TV18 that the company was getting into the festive season with the July-September and the October-December quarters. "We are very optimistic for what lies ahead for the rest of the year,” he said.
He explained that the company finds high-quality brands that consumers desire to interact with. "That is Nykaa’s criteria while looking for potential investments and acquisitions," he said.
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GREENSBORO, N.C. (AP) — The last five weeks feels like three months to 20-year-old Joohyung “Tom” Kim, and for good reason. The South Korean kid who named himself after a cartoon train is on the fast track.
He got a rare PGA Tour start in the Scottish Open because of his standing on a Korean tour points list, hopeful of doing well enough to get a shot at the Korn Ferry Tour finals.
Now he’s a PGA Tour winner who is No. 21 in the world and headed to the FedEx Cup playoffs, and he can probably count on a spot with the International team at the Presidents Cup.
All aboard with Tom the Train!
“It’s been a crazy month,” Kim said.
He announced his arrival on the PGA Tour at the Wyndham Championship, where he began the tournament with a quadruple-bogey 8 and finished it with a 9-under 61 for a five-shot victory.
“I’m really, really happy for Tom,” said Sungjae Im, who completed the rain-delayed third round Sunday morning with a one-shot lead and couldn’t keep up with Kim, because no one could. Kim shot 27 on the front nine that left everyone in his wake.
“He’s a great kid and to come out here and to win on tour as a nonmember and secure your card is really not an easy task and he achieved that,” Im said.
Kim, who turned 20 in June, is the second-youngest winner on the PGA Tour since World War II. Jordan Spieth was two weeks away from turning 20 when he won 2013 John Deere Classic.
The victory gave Kim instant membership on the PGA Tour, making him eligible for the FedEx Cup playoffs that start next week. He is No. 34, assured of playing two postseason events and with a reasonable shot at getting to the finale at East Lake.
Im had a 68 and tied for second along with John Huh (67).
Kim spent his developmental years in the Philippines and in Australia. He already had won three times on the Asian Development Tour and once in Korea before making his American debut at age 18 in the 2020 PGA Championship at Harding Park.
As for the name? He was a big fan as a young boy of Thomas the Tank Engine in the TV series “Thomas & Friends.”
“You’re supposed to let your parents name yourself and I was like, ‘Nope, I’m to name myself Thomas.’ I loved the show as a kid. I haven’t watched it or anything, but apparently I really loved the train.”
The other option — he was a big “Toy Story” fan — would have been Buzz Lightyear. That would have worked. The kid is creating quite the buzz, and he’s light years ahead of others his age.
Only Rory McIlroy and Sergio Garcia were younger when they reached as high as No. 21 in the world ranking.
Kim finished third in the Scottish Open, the first time it was co-sanctioned by the PGA Tour, and his goal was to get enough FedEx Cup points to finish equal to the top 200 so he could earn his card through a series of Korn Ferry Tour events late in the summer.
He earned special temporary PGA Tour membership when he made the cut at the British Open. He secured a PGA Tour card last week with a seventh-place finish in the Rocket Mortgage Classic. The stress gone, not even an opening quadruple bogey rattled him.
“It’s been a five-week stretch for me, but it feels like three months,” Kim said. “Yeah, it’s been a hectic month and a lot of things have changed, for sure.”
He finished at 20-under 260.
It was plenty stressful for others, even those who weren’t playing.
The heartbreak belonged to Justin Lower, who was poised to move into the top 125 in the FedEx Cup to reach the postseason and secure a full card for next season.
But on the final hole, Lower hit his 60-foot birdie putt a little too firm. That left him a 6-foot par putt that would have put him inside the top 125. He missed it to the right and was wiping away tears as he walked off the green.
“I don’t really know what I’m thinking. It sucks to come up this short,” Lower said. “Obviously had some help with the LIV guys and whatnot — I don’t even know if I’m allowed to say that. But I don’t know. There’s positives. But right now, it just flat out sucks.”
The tour has suspended players who signed on with Saudi-funded LIV Golf, and they did not count toward the top 125 in the FedEx Cup. Lower was the equivalent of No. 128 going into the final event of the regular season.
Rickie Fowler looked to be out of luck when he missed the cut on Friday at No. 123. But enough players faded on the weekend that Fowler gets to extend his season for at least another week at the FedEx St. Jude Championship next week.
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8 August 2022
Serabi Gold Plc ("Serabi" or the "Company")
Directorate Changes
Serabi Gold plc (SRBSBI, the Brazilian-focused gold mining and development company, is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr Michael Lynch-Bell as a Non-executive Director and Chairman with immediate effect. The Company also announces that Mr Bañados, who has acted as Non-executive Chairman since June 2020, will continue in office as a Non-executive director.
Mr Lynch-Bell spent a 38-year career with Ernst & Young ("EY"), having led its Global Oil and Gas, UK IPO and Global Oil and Gas and Mining transaction advisory practices. He was a member of EY's assurance Practice from 1974 to 1996, when he transferred to the Transaction Advisory Practice. He was also UK Alumni sponsor and a member of the firm's Europe, Middle East, India, and Africa and Global Advisory Councils. He retired from EY as a partner in 2012 and continued as a consultant to the firm until November 2013. Mr Lynch-Bell is a non-executive director of London-listed Gem Diamonds Limited, independent non-executive chairman of ASX-listed Little Green Pharma and independent non-executive director of JSE-listed Barloworld Limited.
Mr Lynch-Bell will be appointed as Chair of the Audit Committee and also serve on the Remuneration Committee.
Mr Lynch-Bell (FCA) graduated with a BA Hons Economics and Accountancy (University of Sheffield) and is a member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales.
Mr Eduardo Rosselot, who has served as a Director of Serabi since October 2012 is standing down from the Board. Mr Rosselot was one of two representatives on the Board, alongside Mr Bañados, appointed by Fratelli Investments Limited. Fratelli are not seeking to replace Mr Rosselot and will only have one representative appointed to the Board.
Mike Hodgson, CEO of Serabi commented:
"I am delighted to have Michael join the Board of Directors of the Company as Non-executive Chairman. He brings a wealth of international mining experience to Serabi and will provide significant insight in his role as independent Chairman. . I would also like to take this opportunity to thank Eduardo for his ten years of service on the Board. He has visited the operations on many occasions over this time and provided valuable technical input. Whilst he is standing down from the Board, I am pleased that we will be able to continue to call on his services and support in the future"
Michael Lynch-Bell commented:
"I am very pleased to take on this role with Serabi as the Company moves into the next exciting phase of its development with the ongoing development of Coringa and advancing the many opportunities that its exploration tenements present."
Further AIM Disclosures on Mr. Lynch-Bell
As required under Schedule Two, paragraph (g) (i)-(viii) of the AIM Rules for Companies, further disclosures on Mr. Lynch-Bell are as follows.
Michael David Lynch-Bell, aged 69, has held the following directorships and/or partnerships in the past five years:
Mr. Lynch-Bell holds no ordinary shares in the Company.
Mr. Lynch-Bell was formerly a non-executive director of Seven Energy International Limited, a Mauritian registered company with a UK establishment, Exoro Energy International Limited (together "Seven"). Seven was a private, Nigerian focused integrated oil and gas company. Seven agreed to sell its principal assets and restructure its debts in November 2019. English and Mauritian administrators were appointed on 13 November 2019 to implement the transfer of Seven's business and assets to a purchaser and provide continuity of the business operations. The appointment of administrators was part of an agreed creditor restructuring of Seven's debt facilities. The administration ended on 12 May 2021. The net deficit to the secured and unsecured creditors who were also members of the company amounted in aggregate to approximately £518million.
There is no further information on Mr. Lynch-Bell required to be disclosed under Schedule Two, paragraph (g) of the AIM Rules for Companies.
Enquiries
A copy of this announcement is available from the Company's website at www.serabigold.com
Neither the Toronto Stock Exchange, nor any other securities regulatory authority, has approved or disapproved of the contents of this announcement.
See www.serabigold.com for more information and follow us on twitter @Serabi_Gold
ENDS
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Unhinged Jon Stewart Screams at Conservative Veteran Before Realizing He's Made a Serious Mistake
When leftists don’t get their way in American politics, they either protest, physically harm others or yell at the opposition. Liberal comedian Jon Stewart decided to go with the last option.
After 41 Republican senators initially blocked the passage of a veterans’ health care bill last week, the former “Daily Show” host screamed at conservative journalist and veteran Jack Posobiec over a misunderstanding of the latter’s stance on the legislation, the Blaze reported. The confrontation occurred in Washington, D.C., on Monday.
Video footage of the incident went viral on social media.
WARNING: The following video contains vulgar language that some viewers may find offensive.
Make up your own mind who is “in good faith” here or not. pic.twitter.com/P6cj3tntB5
— Raheem J. Kassam (@RaheemKassam) August 1, 2022
The video showed Stewart call Posobiec a “f***ing troll” while the latter attempted to conduct a calm conversation with the comedian. Posobiec repeatedly said, “I’m for the bill” in response to Stewart’s accusation that he was “not in good faith.”
The PACT Act promised to provide funding to aid veterans exposed to toxic burn pits, which the American military uses to burn trash. In the end, the bill passed with an 86-11 vote in the Senate on Tuesday, according to USA Today.
Journalist Raheem J. Kassam accompanied Posobiec during the whole encounter.
So uh, @JackPosobiec and I went to speak with Jon Stewart outside the Capitol. Jack asked some pretty ordinary questions, and Jon began screaming in our faces for about 10 minutes. At one point he was nose to nose with me. I kept trying to calm him down. pic.twitter.com/5C9bxEXTAr
— Raheem J. Kassam (@RaheemKassam) August 1, 2022
Rather than talk to Posobiec and Kassam like a human being, Stewart immediately insulted them to their faces before getting all the facts about what his opponents stood for wrong.
Now, compare his angry behavior to the meek apology he offered shortly after the screaming rant.
We can make this bill a reality for every victim of the burn pits https://t.co/JQhVz6LESQ
— Jack Posobiec 🇺🇸 (@JackPosobiec) August 2, 2022
Stewart must have realized he made a fool of himself on the internet by impulsively shouting at his political opponents. The comedian eventually found common ground with Posobiec in their mutual support of the bill.
Some social media users were glad to see the two, despite their political differences, work it out.
Jack, you are the man! I love that you’re out there bridging gaps and working together for our Vets. You could see John’s uncomfortable and he is tucking tail, BUT – it is amazing seeing you guys working together for the right reason!
— Those Folks 🇺🇸 (@TheseFolks) August 1, 2022
Others … not so much.
It goes without saying that if you apologize to Jack Posobiec, you are playing his game, @jonstewart — and giving him the validation he craves.
— Michael Edison Hayden (@MichaelEHayden) August 1, 2022
This heated exchange and following apology shows how conservatives and liberals should interact in the American political sphere — respectfully disagreeing with each other while avoiding a screaming match.
It takes a big man to realize when he was wrong — props to Stewart for recognizing that.
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Sturgeon supermoon 2022: How to see August’s full Moon
The second full Moon of summer is also the last supermoon of the year. Here’s how to see it from the UK.
School's out, the evenings are mild, and with nightfall coming fractionally earlier every day you may have already caught a few meteors streaking across the sky from the long meteor shower, the Perseids. The shower continues until around 24 August and if you’re lucky, you (or your video doorbell) might even be able to see a fireball.
For the UK, the Summer Triangle is a familiar feature of the summer skies, with the blue-white star Vega in Lyra the Lyre the first to make its appearance as darkness descends. To the east, in the constellation Cygnus the Swan, you can see the blue-white supergiant Deneb, the second star of the Summer Triangle. The third is the fast-spinning star Altair, in the constellation Aquila the Eagle.
August welcomes the third supermoon of the year, but when exactly can you see the Sturgeon Moon? Which constellation will it appear in? And, what's the best time to view it from the UK? Answers to these questions, and more, are below.
If you’re enjoying the warm weather and clear nights, why not plan ahead with our full Moon UK calendar and astronomy for beginners guide? And in case you missed it, check out our round-up of the best Buck Supermoon pictures from last month.
When can I see the Sturgeon Moon 2022?
The Sturgeon supermoon will be visible Friday 12 August 2022, in the UK and around the world. If you’re unable to see August’s supermoon at its peak, it will appear full the night before Thursday 11 August, and at the weekend.
On the night of the full Moon, our nearest celestial neighbour will be visible 3.9° south of Saturn, staying relatively close to the planets throughout the month. Three days later on 15 August, it will pass 1.9° south of Jupiter, then on 18 August, the Moon will be 0.6° north of Uranus, in the constellation Aries. On 19 August, we’ll be able to see the Moon in the constellation Taurus, 2.7° north of Mars before passing 4.3° north of Venus on 25 August.
What is the best time to see the Sturgeon Moon?
The Sturgeon supermoon rises at 8:55pm in the southeast on Thursday 11 August 2022 (as seen from London, UK). As the Sun will begin to set at 8:30pm, the Moon will rise in the still-twilight sky, and although it will be a few hours before peak illumination, it should offer a good view (weather permitting) an hour or so after rising.
The supermoon will reach its peak at 2:36am on the morning of 12 August 2022. This specific moment has a name, syzygy, and it's the name given to a configuration that occurs for just a moment, when the Moon is directly between the Sun and the Earth, in a straight line.
As the Moon rises, it will keep pace with Saturn in the sky, with Vesta (the brightest asteroid in the asteroid belt between Mars and Jupiter) loitering nearby.
If you live in an area where the horizon is obstructed (for example, by buildings or trees), then it’s recommended you wait a little longer, until the Moon has risen higher in the sky at around midnight.
You can, of course, wait up (or set your alarm) for when the Moon reaches its peak illumination at 2:36am. Although it is very difficult to discern the minute difference with human eyes, the bright Sturgeon supermoon will flood the dark sky with light; apologies to everyone hoping to see the Perseid meteor shower.
As an aside, if you’re interested in seeing Vesta through binoculars, the best time to see it will be on the 22 August, when the asteroid is at opposition.
Why is it called the Sturgeon Moon?
The Algonquin tribes of North America named August’s full Moon after the abundance of sturgeon in the rivers and lakes at this time of year. The sturgeon is North America’s largest freshwater fish and have been reported to reach lengths of up to 6m (15-20 feet), and weighing nearly a tonne. Although once plentiful, they are now endangered.
In Old English, the Sturgeon Moon was sometimes known as the Barley Moon, Fruit Moon, or Grain Moon. Some members of the Inuit named the August full Moon after the young swans taking flight at this time, the Swan Flight Moon. In China, August’s full Moon marks the start of the Hungry Ghost Festival, a traditional festival where ancestors are honoured, and ghosts appeased.
Is the Sturgeon Moon 2022 a supermoon?
Yes, August's full Moon, the Sturgeon Moon in 2022 is a supermoon, and the third supermoon of the year!
Supermoons are categorised when the Moon is at 360,000km or less away from Earth in its orbital path, and we'll often have two or three full supermoons in a row. In 2022, the June full Moon, the Strawberry Moon and the July full Moon, the Buck Moon were also supermoons.
What causes a supermoon?
A supermoon appears around 7 per cent larger and 15 per cent brighter than a standard full Moon, or 14 per cent bigger and 30 per cent brighter than a micromoon. This effect is amplified further when the Moon is still low on the horizon, thanks to the Moon illusion.
A supermoon occurs when the Moon, which orbits the Earth in an elliptical (oval-shaped) orbit, is at its closest point to Earth along this orbital path. This point is called the perigee. When the Moon reaches perigee at the same time as a full Moon occurs in the lunar cycle, the Moon looms larger in the sky and we get a supermoon.
Conversely, when a full Moon is at its furthest distance in its orbital path around the Earth (called the apogee), the Moon appears smaller. Rather aptly, this is termed a micromoon.
How often do we get a full Moon?
The lunar cycle occurs over a period of 29 days, 12 hours, 44 minutes, and 3 seconds, usually rounded to 29.53 days. That means we get a full Moon every 29.53 days. This is calculated by the time it takes the Moon to orbit the Earth once, as measured from new Moon to new Moon. This is also known as one synodic month.
We usually have 12 full Moons in a calendar year, occurring when the Moon is fully illuminated by the Sun. This happens when the Earth is located directly between the Sun and the Moon.
However, because one lunar cycle takes a little under a calendar month in our Gregorian calendar, we sometimes have 13 full Moons in a year. This occurs around every two to three years. This means that we will see two full Moons in a single month, and this extra full Moon is known as a ‘blue Moon’. The next blue Moon will occur 30-31 August 2023.
Similarly, we sometimes get two new Moons in a month, and this extra new Moon is known as a Black Moon. The most recent Black Moon was 30 April 2022, and the next will be next year, 19 May 2023.
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A receptionist who suffered from painful hands and wrists has won £35,000 - after she was made to pick up a card payment machine 100 times a day. Barbra Hall - who had carpal tunnel syndrome - was left in severe pain due to the frustrating ergonomic design of the desk at the children's soft play centre she worked at.
The layout of the desk - which was 'designed like a boat' - meant she had to constantly reach down to a lower counter to pick up the card payment machine when customers arrived. Mrs Hall repeatedly complained about the nautical-themed desk's layout and the pain it caused her wrists and hands but nothing was done, an employment tribunal heard.
Two years after she joined, an Occupational Health assessment was eventually carried out and advised fixing the machine to a cradle as well as other recommendations but still bosses didn't take action. Mrs Hall was signed off work sick from Let's Explore in Horley, Surrey, and has now successfully sued the soft play area for disability discrimination, winning £34,145 in compensation.
The London South employment tribunal heard she 'soldiered on' despite the pain because she loved her job and needed the money as her husband had poor health. Mrs Hall joined the soft play area in October 2017, having previously had double hand surgery for her carpal tunnel syndrome [CTS] - a condition which causes severe pain in hands, fingers and wrists.
The tribunal heard she raised several 'ergonomic concerns' about the boat desk and that other colleagues complained too. A tribunal report said: "[The complaints were] in relation to the counter of the desk being too low, on which the monitor sat, and the till sitting in an even lower position.
"In addition, Mrs Hall complained about the PDQ machine [used to take card payments] was not fixed in a cradle and thus she was required to pick it up and process the payments by handing it to the customer and then collecting it from them for each transaction."
She had to pick up the machine up to 100 times a day and had issues with cramped desk space. Mrs Hall said she and others complained about the desk to manager Hayley Gardner, general manager Stuart Duncan and operational manager Ben Stephenson.
She had to provide a doctor's letter to confirm her decision and pushed for a risk assessment but it didn't factor in her condition. In October 2019 an Occupation Health assessment highlighted areas of concern including the card machine the lack of desk space, the cordless phone and a scanner.
But, the recommendations were never implemented and Mrs Hall went on sick leave and was later made redundant during the Covid-19 pandemic. She won her claim of failure to make reasonable adjustments due to a disability.
Employment Judge Omar Khalil said: "The tribunal concluded that... using those devices manually and repetitively for payment and scanning respectively, did substantially disadvantage her because of her CTS as the repetitive nature of those tasks caused her pain and discomfort.
"The tribunal further concluded that the use of the card machine could have been adjusted by being located/fixed in a secure cradle and in relation to the phone, a headset device could have been provided to free up use of both hands. There was no evidence before the Tribunal to suggest these adjustments could not be done or why this could not be done. They were reasonable adjustments." | https://www.walesonline.co.uk/news/uk-news/receptionist-wins-35000-compensation-over-24696692 | 2022-08-08T08:39:31Z | https://www.walesonline.co.uk/news/uk-news/receptionist-wins-35000-compensation-over-24696692 | false | 3 |
Krispy Kreme matches doughnut prices to US average gas price
SPARTANBURG, S.C. ( WSPA ) – Krispy Kreme is deflating the price of a dozen Original Glazed doughnuts to match U.S. average gas prices.
“We know everyone could use a little doughnut deflation to sweeten the recent pain at the pump,” the company said in a statement.
Every Wednesday through Aug. 31, Krispy Kreme is pricing its Beat the Pump Original Glazed Dozen based on the national average price of a gallon of regular gasoline.
The price for Aug. 3 was $4.21, with prices changing week to week.
Here are 2 free apps that can save you money on gasKrispy Kreme will announce the new price for the dozen every Tuesday on its website . The new price will also be posted on the company’s Facebook and Twitter pages.
The company said guests are limited to two Original Glazed dozens at participating shops via in-store, drive-thru or online.
Though a gallon of regular gasoline was selling for $4.21 on average Wednesday, that’s substantially lower than in June, when the nationwide average surpassed $5 a gallon. Nevertheless, it’s still painfully high for many frontline workers and families to afford, and about 32% higher than what drivers were paying a year ago.
The Associated Press contributed to this report.
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The Los Angeles Dodgers and New York Mets mostly ceded the spotlight at the trade deadline.
Then they played like they didn't need much help.
The Dodgers swept a three-game series against San Diego to take a 15 1/2-game lead in the NL West, and the Mets took four of five from Atlanta to move 6 1/2 up on the Braves in the NL East. That was after the Padres made serious waves at the deadline by acquiring Juan Soto, and the Braves added Jake Odorizzi and Raisel Iglesias.
Los Angeles wasn't all that active, The Dodgers took Joey Gallo off the Yankees' hands but otherwise seemed content to lie low. Then they beat Soto, Manny Machado and the Padres three times by a combined 20-4. Los Angeles has won eight in a row and 30 of its last 35.
The Mets were also fairly quiet at the deadline. Of course, they made a pretty big recent addition internally when Jacob deGrom returned to the mound for the first time in almost 13 months. New York lost his first start but won his second — when he took a perfect game into the sixth inning against Atlanta on Sunday.
The Braves have recovered nicely from a mediocre start, and at times they've seemed poised to overtake the Mets. But New York won two of three at Atlanta in the middle of last month and got the better of the Braves again this time.
If deGrom and Max Scherzer are healthy and Edwin Diaz keeps rolling, the Mets can certainly feel good heading into any playoff series.
Los Angeles, meanwhile, has won 17 of its last 19 meetings against San Diego. The scary thing about the Dodgers is they can still improve. Justin Turner, for example, is expected back this coming week. And Los Angeles has gone on this extended run without Walker Buehler, who hasn't pitched since June 10.
PLENTY TIGHT
What the AL Central and NL Central lack in dominant teams, they may make up for in excitement. Minnesota leads the AL Central by one game over Cleveland and two over the White Sox. That could be a wild race, since none of those teams are assured a wild card.
St. Louis has won seven in a row and leads Milwaukee by two games in the NL Central. The Cardinals took three straight from the New York Yankees to end the week. The Brewers have lost six of seven and are 1 1/2 games out of a wild card.
TRIVIA TIME
Who was the last team to win its division by more than the Dodgers' current 15 1/2-game margin?
LINE OF THE WEEK
DeGrom was impressive against the Braves but ultimately didn't make it out of the sixth, so this honor goes to Miami's Sandy Alcantara, who threw his third complete game of the season in a 3-0 win over Cincinnati on Wednesday night. Alcantara allowed six hits and a walk and struck out three.
COMEBACK OF THE WEEK
The Cardinals beat the Cubs 4-3 in the opener of Thursday's doubleheader after trailing 3-0 in the seventh. St. Louis scored three in the seventh on homers by Nolan Gorman and Paul Goldschmidt and a sacrifice fly by Lars Nootbaar. Then Nootbaar hit an RBI single in the ninth to win it.
TRIVIA ANSWER
The Dodgers themselves, who ended the 2019 season 21 games ahead of second-place Arizona.
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Black Stars defender, Mohammed Salisu found his own net during Southampton's big defeat to Tottenham Hotspurs in the Engish Premier League on Saturday, August 6, 2022.
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Salisu's own goal was Tottenham's third of the afternoon after he turned in Emerson Royal's cross from the right side with his left foot despite being in a position to clear with the right foot.
"It's easy [for Salisu] to clear with the right foot here. This is simply not good enough at this level," Southampton manager, Ralph Hasenhuttl fumed after the game.
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- Collingwood match-winner turns his back on free agency
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Grundy ruled out for the season
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Collingwood ruckman Brodie Grundy will miss the rest of the season, stiffening the Magpies’ finals challenge but relieving them of a short-term headache about which ruckmen to go with in a team that has won its past 11 matches.
Grundy has not played an AFL game since injuring his knee on Anzac Day. He returned to play for the Magpies’ VFL team against Southport Sharks two weeks ago, but suffered what proved to be a stress fracture of his ankle.
“The nature of the ankle injury is not long-term, so Brodie will make a full recovery,” said Collingwood football manager Graham Wright. “But after consulting with multiple specialists to assess all options available, it was determined arthroscopic surgery would be the best course of action.
“The pleasing thing for Brodie is that his knee has held up well – this is a separate injury – and unfortunately with only a couple of weeks left of the home-and-away season, he will be unable to take further part in matches in 2022.”
In Grundy’s absence, Darcy Cameron has emerged into his own as the No 1 ruckman and Mason Cox has played the most consistent football of his quirky career.
While rehabilitating, the highly-paid Grundy has become the subject of speculation about an off-season trade. But coach Craig McCrae has repeatedly said that Grundy was a needed player who would make the Magpies better when he returned. Now that will not be until next year.
“Brodie will be up and running at the start of pre-season training but for the time being his health remains the priority,” said Wright.
Smith signs contract extension at Whitten Oval
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Star Western Bulldogs midfielder Bailey Smith has signed a two-year extension and will remain in the red, white and blue until at least the end of 2024, while man of the moment Jamie Elliott has re-signed at Collingwood for a further three seasons.
Despite missing four rounds due to suspension, first for rough conduct and then for conduct unbecoming, the 21-year-old Smith has had a remarkable season, averaging 30 disposals and four clearances per game.
Smith is a key component of an elite midfield brigade at the Bulldogs, joined by the likes of captain Marcus Bontempelli, Tom Liberatore, Jack Macrae, Josh Dunkley and Adam Treloar, and has been a standout of the Dogs’ side since being drafted in 2018 at pick seven. This included playing a pivotal role in the 2021 finals series, in which the club advanced to the decider against eventual premiers, Melbourne.
“I don’t want to be anywhere else – I am stoked to call this home for another two years,” Smith said in a statement on Monday.
“We have such strong bonds with the place – you can’t envision yourself doing anything else. The people in the club have stuck by me, I’ll be forever in debt to them.”
“The fans are amazing, it’s why we play. Seeing them each weekend at Marvel or wherever we are playing, to hear their voices cheering us on and supporting us, that pushes us to another level.”
“A massive goal of ours is sustained success. Certainly, see with the power of the list, it’s exciting the next couple of years to see what we can do.”
“It wasn’t even in question to go anywhere else, purely because the people here have helped form arguably the most important years of my life.
“From when I got here when I was 17 to now be 21 – the people that have supported me through thick and thin. All the amazing times I have had with my best mates – it was a major part of why I couldn’t go anywhere else.”
Sam Power, the Bulldogs’ list and recruiting boss, said he was thrilled Smith decided to remain at the club and that the emerging cult hero is focused on building sustained success, both on and off the field at the club.
“Bailey has established himself as a consistent performer for the football club and has become one of the most exciting young players within the competition.
“At only 21 years of age, we believe Bailey can still improve and he will leave no stone unturned to get the best out of himself and the team.
“Our members and supporters can look forward to cheering on our number six for years to come.”
Smith was suspended for four matches – two for headbutting Geelong’s Zach Tuohy, and another two for conduct unbecoming, having admitted to taking illicit drugs last year when dealing with mental health issues. He also received a strike under the illicit drugs policy.
Free agent commits to Pies
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The 29-year-old match-winner Jamie Elliott has turned his back on free agency to recommit his future to the Collingwood. He’ll remain at the club until at least the end of the 2025 campaign.
The newly-minted 150-gamer has kicked 220 goals for the Magpies so far - the most memorable of those coming after the siren against Essendon in round 19.
His 2021 campaign was cruelled by injury, but Elliott currently leads the Magpies this season for inside-50 ground ball gets, disposals inside 50, and tackles inside 50 - signifying his importance to Craig McRae’s red-hot side.
“We’re pleased to extend Jamie for another three years, and to hopefully see him play out his career at the Club,” Collingwood football GM and 1990 premiership player Graham Wright said.
“Jamie is an instrumental figure in our program. Across 11 seasons he has a wealth of football smarts which is invaluable to the youth of our group.
“The likes of Ash Johnson, Jack Ginnivan, Beau McCreery and Ollie Henry are products of great improvement credit to Elliott’s influence in the forward line.
“In addition to this, Jamie is a player that stands up in the moments that matter, inspiring all members of our program.”
The Western Bulldogs currently sit out of the top eight at spot 10 and will be need to win their next two games to have any hopes of a finals appearance. They next play GWS at Marvel and Hawthorn in Tasmania. The Magpies, meanwhile, are the form side of the competition - winning their past 11 matches in a row.
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- Young Dogs star signs on despite turbulent season
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Grundy ruled out for the season
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Collingwood ruckman Brodie Grundy will miss the rest of the season, stiffening the Magpies’ finals challenge but relieving them of a short-term headache about which ruckmen to go with in a team that has won its past 11 matches.
Grundy has not played an AFL game since injuring his knee on Anzac Day. He returned to play for the Magpies’ VFL team against Southport Sharks two weeks ago, but suffered what proved to be a stress fracture of his ankle.
“The nature of the ankle injury is not long-term, so Brodie will make a full recovery,” said Collingwood football manager Graham Wright. “But after consulting with multiple specialists to assess all options available, it was determined arthroscopic surgery would be the best course of action.
“The pleasing thing for Brodie is that his knee has held up well – this is a separate injury – and unfortunately with only a couple of weeks left of the home-and-away season, he will be unable to take further part in matches in 2022.”
In Grundy’s absence, Darcy Cameron has emerged into his own as the No 1 ruckman and Mason Cox has played the most consistent football of his quirky career.
While rehabilitating, the highly-paid Grundy has become the subject of speculation about an off-season trade. But coach Craig McCrae has repeatedly said that Grundy was a needed player who would make the Magpies better when he returned. Now that will not be until next year.
“Brodie will be up and running at the start of pre-season training but for the time being his health remains the priority,” said Wright.
Smith signs contract extension at Whitten Oval
Marnie Vinall
Star Western Bulldogs midfielder Bailey Smith has signed a two-year extension and will remain in the red, white and blue until at least the end of 2024.
Despite missing four rounds due to suspension, first for rough conduct and then for conduct unbecoming, the 21-year-old Smith has had a remarkable season, averaging 30 disposals and four clearances per game.
Smith is a key component of an elite midfield brigade at the Bulldogs, joined by the likes of captain Marcus Bontempelli, Tom Liberatore, Jack Macrae, Josh Dunkley and Adam Treloar, and has been a standout of the Dogs’ side since being drafted in 2018 at pick seven. This included playing a pivotal role in the 2021 finals series, in which the club advanced to the decider against eventual premiers, Melbourne.
“I don’t want to be anywhere else – I am stoked to call this home for another two years,” Smith said in a statement on Monday.
“We have such strong bonds with the place – you can’t envision yourself doing anything else. The people in the club have stuck by me, I’ll be forever in debt to them.”
“The fans are amazing, it’s why we play. Seeing them each weekend at Marvel or wherever we are playing, to hear their voices cheering us on and supporting us, that pushes us to another level.”
“A massive goal of ours is sustained success. Certainly, see with the power of the list, it’s exciting the next couple of years to see what we can do.”
“It wasn’t even in question to go anywhere else, purely because the people here have helped form arguably the most important years of my life.
“From when I got here when I was 17 to now be 21 – the people that have supported me through thick and thin. All the amazing times I have had with my best mates – it was a major part of why I couldn’t go anywhere else.”
Sam Power, the Bulldogs’ list and recruiting boss, said he was thrilled Smith decided to remain at the club and that the emerging cult hero is focused on building sustained success, both on and off the field at the club.
“Bailey has established himself as a consistent performer for the football club and has become one of the most exciting young players within the competition.
“At only 21 years of age, we believe Bailey can still improve and he will leave no stone unturned to get the best out of himself and the team.
“Our members and supporters can look forward to cheering on our number six for years to come.”
Smith was suspended for four matches – two for headbutting Geelong’s Zach Tuohy, and another two for conduct unbecoming, having admitted to taking illicit drugs last year when dealing with mental health issues. He also received a strike under the illicit drugs policy.
Free agent commits to Pies
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Man of the moment Jamie Elliott has re-signed at Collingwood for a further three seasons.
The 29-year-old match-winner turned his back on free agency to recommit his future to the Collingwood, where he’ll remain until at least the end of the 2025 campaign.
The newly-minted 150-gamer has kicked 220 goals for the Magpies so far - the most memorable of those coming after the siren against Essendon in round 19.
His 2021 campaign was cruelled by injury, but Elliott currently leads the Magpies this season for inside-50 ground ball gets, disposals inside 50, and tackles inside 50 - signifying his importance to Craig McRae’s red-hot side.
“We’re pleased to extend Jamie for another three years, and to hopefully see him play out his career at the Club,” Collingwood football GM and 1990 premiership player Graham Wright said.
“Jamie is an instrumental figure in our program. Across 11 seasons he has a wealth of football smarts which is invaluable to the youth of our group.
“The likes of Ash Johnson, Jack Ginnivan, Beau McCreery and Ollie Henry are products of great improvement credit to Elliott’s influence in the forward line.
“In addition to this, Jamie is a player that stands up in the moments that matter, inspiring all members of our program.”
The Western Bulldogs currently sit out of the top eight at spot 10 and will be need to win their next two games to have any hopes of a finals appearance. They next play GWS at Marvel and Hawthorn in Tasmania. The Magpies, meanwhile, are the form side of the competition - winning their past 11 matches in a row.
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The majority of NHS dental practices in the UK are unable to offer appointments to new adult patients, according to a survey.
The British Dental Association (BDA) and BBC identified 8,533 dental practices across the UK that were believed to hold NHS contracts, and attempts were made to call them all.
Across England, 91% of NHS practices were not accepting new adult patients, 4,933 of 5,416, rising to 97% in the East Midlands, and 98% in the South West, North West and Yorkshire and the Humber.
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For Scotland it was 82% and the figure for Wales was 93%.
Shawn Charlwood, chairman of the British Dental Association’s general dental practice committee, said: “NHS dentistry is at a tipping point, with millions unable to get the care they need and more dentists leaving with every day that passes.
“We’re seeing the results of years of chronic neglect, set into overdrive by the pressures of the pandemic. The question now is will ministers step up before it’s too late?
“Nothing we’ve heard from government to date gives us any confidence this service has a future.
“Without real reform and fair funding NHS dentistry will die, and our patients will pay the price.”
The BDA previously said that since March 2020, some 3,000 dentists are understood to have moved away from NHS work entirely.
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He explained: “High blood sugar can damage blood vessels and nerves and increase the risk of diabetes as well as other chronic diseases in the long run.
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Many Mzansi female celebs have decided to join the fight against GBV, with Amanda Du Pont, Sithelo Shozi, and Bonang Matheba just three ladies who have lent their voices to the fight against GBV.
Briefly News has compiled a list of just five South African celebrities who openly support the fight against gender-based harm. Many of these ladies have either witnessed or experienced abuse themselves.
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1. Amanda Du Pont
The 34-year-old Mzansi actress and media personality spoke out against the vicious murder of Namhla Mtwa, who was shot and murdered in her car in April 2022, eNCA reported. Amanda urged South Africans to protect the rights of women and said that slain Namhla deserves justice, Jacaranda FM wrote. In 2021, the Skeem Saam actress also spoke out about the abuse she faced from hip-hop artist, Jub Jub.
2. Charlize Theron
Domestic violence is an issue that is very close to the Benoni-born actress’s heart, with Charlize having grown up in a household where her father abused her mother. When the Oscar winner was a teenager, she witnessed her mom shoot her father in self-defence, Kempton Express wrote. The Monster actress also founded a charity called the Charlize Theron Africa Outreach Project, which supports the fight against GBV and advocates for HIV education and prevention in South Africa.
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Briefly News previously wrote about the Forever hitmaker revealing that she was abused by Andile Mpisane. Sithelo Shozi has since joined forces with non-profit organisation, Women For Change, to make real transformation happen in the battle against GBV.
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The former Miss South Africa also uses her platform to voice her concerns about the abuse of women and the high rates of femicide in the country.
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Flooding blocks lanes along I-71 in downtown Cincinnati
CINCINNATI — High waters are starting to affect traffic in downtown Cincinnati, Friday morning. The Ohio Department of Transportation reports the two right lanes along northbound I-71 at U.S. 50 and Columbia Parkway are blocked due to flooding. Motorists are advise to use caution, though traffic appears to be...
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Oktoberfest Zinzinnati returns to downtown Cincinnati in September
CINCINNATI (WXIX) -Cincinnatians will be enjoying beers, brats, and metts, and music this September with the return of the nation’s largest German festival. Oktoberfest Zinzinnati will take place on Second and Third Streets, between Walnut and Elm Streets, downtown. “We are excited to announce the return of Oktoberfest Zinzinnati,... | https://www.newsbreak.com/news/2691655628890/cincinnati-developers-vying-for-86m-in-state-tax-credits | 2022-08-08T09:40:21Z | https://www.newsbreak.com/news/2691655628890/cincinnati-developers-vying-for-86m-in-state-tax-credits | true | 1 |
THIS is the moment water flooded down a street causing travel chaos at the height of rush hour.
Shocking footage shows a sea of water gushing through Holloway in North London after a water pipe bust.
Hornsey Road this morning turned into a fast moving river with people on their way to work having to fight through the 4ft deep water.
Now it has been closed between Tollington Road and Seven Sisters road while eight fire engines and around 60 firefighters try to fix the problem.
Video shows the speed of the water as it rips through the street.
Cars are seen with water reaching well up on their bumpers - while a brave delivery man was seen zipping through on a motorbike.
Meanwhile last night residents in Dartford were also met with an burst water main on Priory Road.
It comes as Brits are set to be treated to another ten day heatwave.
Today temperatures will reach a balmy 29C - but by Thursday the mercury will have soared to 30C.
The hot weather is expected to last well into next week, but won’t reach the red hot temperatures Brits saw in July.
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More than two million Brits across Kent and Sussex have already been banned from watering their gardens, cleaning their cars or filling up pools with hose pipes.
And they face fines of up to £1,000 if the break the rules from Friday.
South East Water insisted it had "no choice" to implement the ban, which it says will reduce the amount of water that needs to be taken from "already stressed local water sources".
A Met Office map has also revealed when and where Brits can enjoy 30C heat by mid-afternoon on Wednesday.
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TOKYO, Aug 8, 2022 - (JCN Newswire) - NYK Group company MTI Co., Ltd., Japan Marine United Corporation, Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) Group company Mitsubishi Shipbuilding Co., Ltd., Furuno Electric Co., Ltd., Japan Radio Co., Ltd., BEMAC Corporation, ClassNK, and NAPA Ltd., have come together to establish the "Maritime and Ocean Digital Engineering" (MODE) cooperation program at the University of Tokyo from October 1. The program aims to promote and enhance digital engineering technology and skills for the maritime sector by building a cooperative simulation platform.
Program background and target
Japan's maritime industry is facing challenges, such as developing and implementing new technologies in the context of global decarbonization, maintaining shipping services by integrating autonomous ships to assist seafarers and improve safety, and ensuring high productivity among increasing complexity in ship design and manufacturing process.
MODE aims to address these challenges by using model-based development (MBD)(1) and model-based systems engineering (MBSE),(2) which are increasingly being introduced in the automobile industry.
MBD and MBSE approach problems by examining the functions of products and components as computer models, and then checking their behaviors through simulations. MBD and MBSE enable not only optimization of complex system designs, but also the creation of a collaborative development process ("Maritime and Ocean Digital Engineering") involving a wide range of stakeholders, including shippers and operators.
The program for research and education using MBD and MBSE for the maritime field will be established by forming a broad network between Graduate School of Frontier Sciences and Graduate School of Engineering at the University of Tokyo and research institutes around the world that are promoting advanced engineering initiatives, and relevant experts from other industries such as automobiles, aerospace, and aviation.
The program aims to develop, implement, and upskill users in the development of new technologies. It is also expected to expand into maritime fields such as offshore wind power generation and subsea resource development.
An inaugural symposium is scheduled for the afternoon of October 4 in Ito Hall at the University of Tokyo. MODE is committed to supporting next-generation technologies and skills in Japan's maritime sector, and acting as a platform for collaboration between industry, academia and government.
Program outline
- Period: From October 1, 2022, to September 30, 2027 (5 years)
- Representative faculty member: Hideaki Murayama, Professor, Department of Ocean Technology, Policy, and Environment, Graduate School of Frontier Sciences, the University of Tokyo
- Activities: Research and education on Model-based development methods and a common simulation platform in the maritime industry. Research and education on technologies and international rules for decarbonization and autonomous ships. International collaboration.
(1) Model-based development (MBD)
A development method to reduce the total man-hours and period for development by utilizing a simulation model in design and development of a product, and to reduce physical prototyping and trial tests.
(2) Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)
A method of systems engineering that uses a modeling language to describe the system by defining the concept of operation and clarifying functional requirements based on the goals to be achieved by the system, and then designing, developing, verifying, and validating the system.
About MHI Group
Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) Group is one of the world's leading industrial groups, spanning energy, smart infrastructure, industrial machinery, aerospace and defense. MHI Group combines cutting-edge technology with deep experience to deliver innovative, integrated solutions that help to realize a carbon neutral world, improve the quality of life and ensure a safer world. For more information, please visit www.mhi.com or follow our insights and stories on spectra.mhi.com.
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Program background and target
Japan's maritime industry is facing challenges, such as developing and implementing new technologies in the context of global decarbonization, maintaining shipping services by integrating autonomous ships to assist seafarers and improve safety, and ensuring high productivity among increasing complexity in ship design and manufacturing process.
MODE aims to address these challenges by using model-based development (MBD)(1) and model-based systems engineering (MBSE),(2) which are increasingly being introduced in the automobile industry.
MBD and MBSE approach problems by examining the functions of products and components as computer models, and then checking their behaviors through simulations. MBD and MBSE enable not only optimization of complex system designs, but also the creation of a collaborative development process ("Maritime and Ocean Digital Engineering") involving a wide range of stakeholders, including shippers and operators.
The program for research and education using MBD and MBSE for the maritime field will be established by forming a broad network between Graduate School of Frontier Sciences and Graduate School of Engineering at the University of Tokyo and research institutes around the world that are promoting advanced engineering initiatives, and relevant experts from other industries such as automobiles, aerospace, and aviation.
The program aims to develop, implement, and upskill users in the development of new technologies. It is also expected to expand into maritime fields such as offshore wind power generation and subsea resource development.
An inaugural symposium is scheduled for the afternoon of October 4 in Ito Hall at the University of Tokyo. MODE is committed to supporting next-generation technologies and skills in Japan's maritime sector, and acting as a platform for collaboration between industry, academia and government.
Program outline
- Period: From October 1, 2022, to September 30, 2027 (5 years)
- Representative faculty member: Hideaki Murayama, Professor, Department of Ocean Technology, Policy, and Environment, Graduate School of Frontier Sciences, the University of Tokyo
- Activities: Research and education on Model-based development methods and a common simulation platform in the maritime industry. Research and education on technologies and international rules for decarbonization and autonomous ships. International collaboration.
(1) Model-based development (MBD)
A development method to reduce the total man-hours and period for development by utilizing a simulation model in design and development of a product, and to reduce physical prototyping and trial tests.
(2) Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)
A method of systems engineering that uses a modeling language to describe the system by defining the concept of operation and clarifying functional requirements based on the goals to be achieved by the system, and then designing, developing, verifying, and validating the system.
About MHI Group
Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) Group is one of the world's leading industrial groups, spanning energy, smart infrastructure, industrial machinery, aerospace and defense. MHI Group combines cutting-edge technology with deep experience to deliver innovative, integrated solutions that help to realize a carbon neutral world, improve the quality of life and ensure a safer world. For more information, please visit www.mhi.com or follow our insights and stories on spectra.mhi.com.
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Warzone guru WhosImmortal has highlighted an extremely underused LMG from Modern Warfare that actually has a solid TTK, and might just be the best long-range gun in the battle royale.
With the Season 4 Reloaded update bringing some slight tweaks to Warzone, the meta in the Call of Duty battle royale has shifted ever so slightly.
The NZ-41 and MP-40 no longer sit atop the pile in terms of meta choices, instead, they’ve fallen down a few pegs as the KG M40, H4 Blixen, and Armaguerra 43 now occupy the top spots. Though, there are still plenty of under-the-radar guns that can challenge for a spot amongst the top dogs.
Modern Warfare M91 LMG is one weapon that falls into that category, as it has a rock bottom pick rate, but is exactly pretty solid when it comes to TTK and dealing damage in-game.
Modern Warfare M91 has stellar Warzone TTK
Warzone YouTuber WhosImmortal highlighted the Modern Warfare LMG in his August 7 video, noting that it can be built to have one of the best TTKs in the battle royale.
“It actually is a powerhouse. It has just under a 850ms TTK at about 60 meters and it doesn’t have any steep damage drop off,” he said. “It is just a continuous slow descent, which is better than most weapons in the game.
If you’ve used any of Modern Warfare’s LMGs in the past – and, really, who hasn’t – the setup should be pretty familiar. Monolithic Suppressor is a vital attachment, as are the Tac Laser and VLK 3.0x sight. The M91 Heavy barrel helps buff the control and velocity, while the fifth attachment can be pretty much anything else. Though, the Commando Foregrip is what WhosImmortal goes with.
Best M91 LMG loadout for Warzone
- Muzzle: Monolithic Suppressor
- Barrel: M91 Heavy
- Underbarrel: Commando Foregrip
- Laser: Tac Laser
- Optic: VLK 3.0x
As noted, the LMG certainly qualifies as an obscure pick. As per WZRanked stats, it has a 0.07 pick rate currently, which is down there with many shotguns and tactical rifles.
It remains to be seen if it’ll vault up the usage charts anytime soon, but it is certainly a weapon to experiment with if you’re looking to shake things up. | https://www.dexerto.com/call-of-duty/ignored-modern-warfare-lmg-dominates-warzones-long-range-ttk-1896006/ | 2022-08-08T09:59:31Z | https://www.dexerto.com/call-of-duty/ignored-modern-warfare-lmg-dominates-warzones-long-range-ttk-1896006/ | true | 1 |
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Bollywood-like drama erupts as CZ moves to drive Binance away from Indias WazirX Exchange
A bitter dispute over the ownership of WazirXan Indian crypto exchange that is being questioned by law enforcement in the country over alleged money laundering allegations, has descended into a Twitter-based confrontation between the Binance CEO Changpeng “CZ” Zhao and WazirX founder Nischal Shetty.
Binance announced that it had “acquired” WazirX in November 2019.
The problem seems to have started on August 5, when India Execution Directorate (ED) wrote in a press release that he had “conducted research on one of the directors of Zanmai Laboratories”, the operator of WazirX. He added that he had “issued a freezing order” to stop activity on the company’s bank balances “up to” some $8 million.
The ED remarked of WazirX that the company “works from cloud-based software [platform] (@AWS Mumbai), all employees are working from home, the head office is a two-chair coworking WeWork space, and all crypto-to-crypto transactions are controlled by Binance, which is again without any known offices, no employees known and rarely responds to [emailed] requests.
Shetty, who is one of Zanmai’s owners, expressed his response to ED on Twitter, saying WazirX is a “decentralized” body.
WazirX declared:
“We have been fully cooperating with ED for several days and have answered all their questions fully and transparently. We disagree with the claims in the ED press release. We are evaluating our subsequent action plan.
But another fight is now playing out on Twitter with Zhao claiming that Binance never fully pulled the trigger on the deal – and Shetty stating that’s not true.
The original Binance blog post, published on November 21, 2019, featured a quote from Zhao, which said at the time:
“The acquisition of WazirX shows our commitment and dedication to the people of India and strengthens[s] the blockchain ecosystem in India as well as another step towards the freedom of money.
But the post was updated on August 5 of this year, with a paragraph that read:
“We would like to clarify that the 2019 “acquisition” described in this blog was limited to an agreement to purchase certain assets and intellectual property from WazirX. Binance has not purchased any stakes (and does not hold any stakes) into Zanmai Labs, the entity operating WazirX and created by the original founders. In addition, WazirX (including the aforementioned assets) continues to be operated and managed by Zanmai Labs.”
Shetty, however, claimed that Zhao was twisting the truth. And the head of Binance responded with to accuse Shetty to engage in puns based on “deception”.
Zhao further accused WazirX to be “uncooperative with” Binance, and claimed it “looks like” the company was “uncooperative with” Binance. [the] Ed too.
Shetty, however, refuted all of Zhao’s claims, stating that WazirX received “ambiguous answers” when asked about a “parent entity” of Binance.
Shetty added that as recently as “February”, “the Binance team wanted to ‘take control’ of Zanmai”.
Previously, Zhao urged users with funds on WazirX to transfer their holdings to Binance.
He wrote:
“We could technically disable WazirX wallets, but we can’t/don’t want to do that. And despite the amount of debate we’re in, we can’t/want to hurt users.”
The plot, however, continued to thicken. Apoorva Mittal, a reporter for the Economic Times, one of India’s leading English-language media outlets, wrote that ‘CZ’ had ‘told’ her that the ‘deal’ between Binance and operator WazirX had ‘never gone through’ “.
Zhao, however, denied that such a conversation ever took place.
But one of the Economic Times reporter’s colleagues came to Mittal’s defense, writing that she would be “happy to send” Zhao’s “mail” with “your quotes to jog your memory”.
Mittal further versus that WazirX users “have no idea how it affects them”.
She added that Binance, on August 7, “disabled off-chain transactions with WazirX.”
And the journalist claims that Zanmai was “exploring the legal route” in the fight with Binance, citing “sources” close to the Indian firm.
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What Are The Main Benefits Of Comparing Car Insurance Quotes Online
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‘Billy Joel: Live at Yankee Stadium’ Headed to Theaters in Fall
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Billy Joel will hop from the stage to the screen in the fall when Billy Joel: Live at Yankee Stadium hits cinemas worldwide. In celebration of a half-century of entertainment, the remixed and re-edited 1990 concert will roll out on Oct. 5 and 9 during a two-night global fan event.
Shot live on 16mm color film on June 22-23, 1990 at the iconic MLB stadium, the original concert has been updated in 4K with Dolby ATMOS audio and remixed from the original multi-track tapes according to a release announcing the project. Among the new footage included in the new version is a never-before-released performance of “Uptown Girl,” as well as interviews with Joel and behind-the-scenes footage of the production.
“We’re pleased to partner again with Sony Music Entertainment to bring another classic rock n’ roll concert to the big screen,” said Marc Allenby, CEO of Trafalgar Releasing in a statement about the film that will feature such beloved hits as “Piano Man,” “We Didn’t Start the Fire,” “New York State of Mind,” “Scenes From an Italian Restaurant” and more. “This re-edited concert is going to have fans of Billy Joel dancing in their seats in movie theaters worldwide.”
Tickets for the special screenings will go on sale on Aug. 10 at 10 a.m. ET here .
“As a native New Yorker, Billy Joel’s iconic performance at Yankee Stadium is a perfect combination for audiences. We are excited to give fans the opportunity to watch this sold-out concert and rock out to the legend’s greatest hits,” said Tom Mackay, President, Premium Content, Sony Music Entertainment.
Columbia Records/Legacy Recordings will release Live at Yankee Stadium on 2CD, 3LP, Blu-ray and digital formats on Nov. 4.
Watch a rocking version of “We Didn’t Start the Fire” from the film below.
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From going wine shopping to attending a DIY floral workshop, here are five events you can partake in this week in Bangkok.
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- Create Your Own Floral Gift at The Sukhothai Bangkok’s ‘Multicolour & Mixed Flower Basket’ Workshop
- Bask in Classical Tunes from the ‘Mahidol Symphony Orchestra x Libere String Quartet’
- Savour the Summer Menus from Kintsugi Bangkok by Jeff Ramsey
- Join ‘Wine Festival by The Coffee Academics Thailand’ for an Exclusive Wine Tasting
- Admire Three of the Most Prominent Thai Musicians in ‘San Jittakarn Plays Mozart Concerto No. 17’
Continuing with ‘The Art of Floral Arrangement’ workshop series, The Sukhothai Bangkok’s florist Khun Pom will teach you to make the perfect floral present this week. Participants will learn to mix and match multiple flowers, plants, and materials to create their own unique baskets. Perfect as a gift for your loved ones this Mother’s Day.
The workshop takes place at The Sukhothai Bangkok on Wednesday August 10, 2022 during 2pm-5pm. Each class is priced at THB2,300++ per person including drinks and snacks. For more information and reservations, contact 02 344 8888.
The Mahidol Symphony Orchestra unveils its first performance of the 2022/23 opening season with familiar talents from the musical world. Other than that, the concert also features guest soloist Libere String Quartet who will together perform “Romanian Folk Dances for String Orchestra”, “Introduction and Allegro – A Far Cry”, “Concerto Grosso Op.3 No.11 from “L’Estro armónico,” and “Symphony No.81 in E major.”
The concert takes place on Wednesday August 10, 2022 at MACM Hall. Tickets are priced at THB200.
Chef Jeff Ramsey takes inspiration from the Japanese summer season’s ingredients for Kintsugi’s newest lunch and dinner course menus. For the 7-course lunch, guests will taste an inclusive list of charcoal-grilled kamasu barracuda, prawn shinjo, Wagyu beef, and a dessert. Dinner comes with two options: an 8-course Ito and an 11-course Kin menu, featuring dishes like fresh seasonal sashimi, red tilefish braised in sweet soy and ginger, watari crab, A5 Wagyu sirloin shabu shabu, and more. If you’re an omakase fan, definitely also try the Signature Omakase menu.
Summer Kaiseki lunch is served from 11.30am-2.30pm at THB2,500++ per person. Ito course dinner is priced at THB4,300++, Kin course at THB6,300++, and Signature Omakase at THB8,300++ per person, all are dinner menus are served from 5.30pm-10pm. For more information and reservations, contact 02 650 8800.
The Coffee Academics presents an event for wine lovers to taste and buy premium wines at the 4th Wine Festival Degustation & Food Market. Guests will see an array of more than 50 wine labels, glasses, and decanters from Lucaris, free-flow snacks and canapes, as well as a special discount on selected items.
Wine Festival by The Coffee Academics Thailand takes place at Gaysorn Office Tower on August 11-12, 2022 from 5pm-8pm. The entry fee is priced at THB1,000.
Witness the prodigies of the generation on their instruments at ‘San Jittakarn Plays Mozart Concerto No. 17’ starring San Jittakarn, Trisdee Na Patalung, and Teerat Ketmee. A graduate from Oberlin Conservatory and Juilliard School, San will perform Mozart’s Piano Concerto No.17 in G major while one of the leading Thai conductors and keyboardists Trisdee will direct Handel’s Water Music Suite No. 2 in D major and Bach’s Orchestral Suite 2 in B minor. This will be accompanied by the flute solo from Teerat of the Royal Bangkok Symphony Orchestra.
The concert takes place at the Thailand Cultural Centre on Tuesday August 9, 2022 at 7.30pm. Tickets are priced at THB600 and THB1,000. | https://www.prestigeonline.com/th/people-events/events/best-things-to-do-in-bangkok-8-14-august-2022/ | 2022-08-08T10:10:11Z | https://www.prestigeonline.com/th/people-events/events/best-things-to-do-in-bangkok-8-14-august-2022/ | false | 1 |
MPPSC PCS prelims scorecard 2021 released at mppsc.mp.gov.in
MPPSC has released the scorecard and OMR sheet of the State Service Preliminary and State Forest Service Examinations 2021.
Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission (MPPSC) has released the scorecard and OMR sheet of the State Service Preliminary and State Forest Service Examinations 2021. Candidates can download their scorecard from the official website mppsc.mp.gov.in.
The MPPSC PCS prelims 2021 was held on June 19. The provisional answer keys were released on June 22 and the final answer key on July 19.
Candidates can download their result scorecard from the link given on the official website. Moreover, they can download their OMR answer sheet by paying a fee of Rs 50. The last day to download the scorecard and answer sheet is November 8, 2022
The recruitment drive aims to fill up a total of 346, of which 63 vacancies are for the State Forest Service Exam 2021 and 283 for the State Service Exam 2021.
Steps to download MPPSC Prelims scorecard 2021:
- Visit the official website mppsc.mp.gov.in
- Go to Notice Board and click on ‘State Service And State Forest Service Preliminary Examination 2021 - Download Scorecard And OMR Sheet’
- Enter Roll No, date of birth, security key and login
- The MPPSC prelims scorecard will appear on the screen
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The NSW Aboriginal Land Council has hit back at reports an agreement had been reached to save crucial services at the National Centre of Indigenous Excellence community hub in Redfern.
An Indigenous Land and Sea Corporation statement released Sunday claimed conditions for the transfer of the NCIE’s fitness and aquatic centre operations to the NSWALC were anticipated to come within days.
That followed community outrage with news of a breakdown in handover between the two organisations resulting in the prompt closure of the facilities and laying-off of staff announced at the cherished facility last week.
“We have been in constant dialogue with key stakeholders over the weekend and, as a result, the ILSC will keep the fitness and aquatic services operating,” ILSC chief executive Joe Morrison said.
“We are looking forward to meeting with NSWALC to finalise principles for the transfer to them as the new owner and operator.”
NSWALC took ownership of the site on June 30, but management of the fitness and aquatic centre was reportedly left out of the arrangement.
On Monday the land council rejected claims an agreement had been met, throwing the onus back at the government body to secure the facility’s viability.
NSWALC chairman Danny Chapman said the saga had left him disappointed.
“We are a self-funded, community-controlled organisation, who is being railroaded by the Commonwealth to take on an entity they should have managed better,” Mr Chapman said.
“We are concerned that the community have been placed in a position to have to stand up for what is needed, rather than their needs put before deadlines.
“There was no need for the ILSC to make their drastic decision to give one weeks’ notice to both staff and community.
“We all have a bigger job now, to not just maintain services but also to rebuild trust and relationship with community.”
NSWALC and the ISLC have reportedly being going to-and-fro over the centre’s management since April, with the blame game now frustrating stakeholders.
Both have however guaranteed tenants and organisations uninterrupted use of the centre.
Tribal Warrior chief executive Shane Phillips said his organisation had been left out of consultation.
“This is a place of strength, we cannot let it go and just become a commercial transaction by two departments that don’t really care about us,” he said.
“We are not going to let our community (be) trodden on”
“Sit down with us, let’s talk.”
Local service Redfern Youth Connect director Aunty Margaret Haumono called on Indigenous Affairs Minister Linda Burney to step in and take control of the situation.
“Linda Burney is a solid community woman, but despite her support for the NCIE, we are still waiting for answers and sustainable outcomes for the community,” she said.
Ms Burney has addressed concerned residents at the centre and on Friday gave the ILSC and NSWALC one week to sort out the sorry saga.
Protests at the NCIE continued on Monday, with a planned sit-in stirring the local community to express their concern for the centre’s future.
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SEATTLE (AP)Jesse Winker hit a grand slam, Marco Gonzales struck out seven and the Seattle Mariners beat the Los Angeles Angels 6-3 on Sunday as Shohei Ohtani received a visit from trainers and continued to struggle.
Winker’s slam – the second of the season for Seattle and Winker’s third career one – put Seattle up 5-1 and helped the Mariners stay in third in the AL wild-card race. Eugenio Suarez added two hits and drove in a run.
”You know, the one thing about Wink is he’s a talker,” Mariners manager Scott Servais said. ”He likes to get everybody going and you need the days like today. I talked to him about it a little before the game today: `I need your energy today. Go ahead, talk smack, get your teammates fired up,’ and as soon as you give him the key, he takes it and runs with it.”
Two-way sensation Ohtani was visited by trainers before his second at-bat after colliding with Gonzales near the on-deck circle in a collision with Gonzales, but stayed in the game and interim Angels manager Phil Nevin confirmed ”he’s OK.”
Gonzales (7-11) also took a comebacker off the foot as he snapped a two-game losing streak. David Fletcher doubled for two runs in the three-hit fourth inning and added another RBI in the sixth to cut Seattle’s lead to 6-3. But Gonzales reached a season-high 91 mph a couple of times after the incidents, giving up a walk and eight hits, to lead Seattle to its second win in three games
”Guys were joking that I need to get beat up before the game apparently,” Gonzales joked. ”But I’d vote against that.”
Andres Munoz, Penn Murfee and Paul Sewald combined for three scoreless innings of relief as Seattle improved to an AL-best 22-9 in its last 31 games. Sewald earned his 14th save in 17 attempts.
Los Angeles starter Tucker Davidson (1-3), in his first appearance since being acquired from the Atlanta Braves on Tuesday, walked five and struck out one in an uneven start over four innings. He gave up six earned runs and six hits.
”He showed us some flashes of some stuff that we heard about,” Nevin said. ”… I can understand being nervous coming to your … first time pitching for a new team, and I think that’ll calm down his next time out.”
Ty France and Mitch Haniger hit consecutive one-out singles in the third inning before Davidson walked Suarez, loading the bases for Winker. The left fielder bent a 2-0 pitch around the right-field foul pole for a 5-1 lead. Sam Haggerty added a run-scoring double in the fifth.
All those hits were clutch, something the Mariners have struggled with all season.
”I try to remind myself that you know the pressure is on” the pitcher, Winker said. ”It’s just my job to put a good swing on the ball and obviously those are three clutch at-bats in a time of the game where we needed them. … That was the story of the game for sure.”
OHTANI INJURED?
Ohtani and Gonzales collided as the pitcher attempted to back up home plate in the third inning on a throw from the outfield. Ohtani drifted toward the field of play while watching events unfold as Gonzales backpedaled into position.
”I felt bad,” Gonzales said. ”I crushed his foot and luckily didn’t roll my ankle too bad and was able to keep going.”
Gonzales also got a visit from the trainer and stayed in the game. Ohtani struck out in that at-bat, but appeared to have a bit of a limp after reaching base on a single in the fifth inning.
Ohtani struggled in the four-game series against the Mariners, going 2-for-16 with seven strikeouts.
”Just a little spike on the top of the foot,” Nevin said. ”He’s OK.”
ROSTER MOVE
The Angels claimed OF Steven Duggar on waivers from Texas and designated OF Dillon Thomas for assignment.
TRAINER’S ROOM
Angels: OF Mickey Moniak, a top rookie prospect acquired from the Philadelphia Phillies this week in part of the deal for pitcher Noah Syndergaard, will miss at least eight days after fracturing the tip of his left middle finger in the ninth inning of Saturday’s 7-1 night-cap win over Seattle. Moniak and the team said he also received six stitches after a ninth-inning bunt attempt that went wrong. He’ll be re-evaluated when the stitches are removed in eight to 10 days and could be back in the lineup at that point.
Mariners: CF Julio Rodriguez (right wrist contusion) took batting practice before Sunday’s game with a lighter bat. Servais said he was still a little bit sore but progressing. He’s been out since July 31 and is eligible to return Aug. 10. . Servais said RHP Diego Castillo (right shoulder inflammation) is preparing to make a rehab appearance at Double-A Everett. He also could return as soon as Aug. 10.
UP NEXT
Angels: LHP Jose Suarez (3-4, 4.55 ERA) takes the mound Monday when L.A. travels to Oakland. He will be going for his second straight win against the Athletics and has not allowed an earned run in his last 11 innings.
Mariners: RHP Logan Gilbert (10-4, 3.09) takes the mound in the series opener against the New York Yankees on Monday. Gilbert gave up 6 earned runs and seven hits in 5 1/3 innings in his last start, Aug. 2 against the Yankees in New York.
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BOSTON, Aug. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- SVB Securities, a leading investment bank serving the innovation economy, announced today the addition of Amy Champion to the firm's Equity Trading team as a Senior Managing Director. She will play a key role in the buildout of SVB Securities' technology trading capabilities.
"We are thrilled to welcome Amy to the team to strengthen our technology trading offerings," said Robert Leerink, Senior Managing Director and Head of Institutional Equities at SVB Securities. "Amy's extensive experience will be invaluable as we continue to provide best-in-class services to our clients."
Champion brings over 20 years of experience in technology trading. She joins SVB Securities from Credit Suisse, where she was most recently a Director responsible for all TMT trading within the Cash Equity Trading division. She started her career at UBS as a Nasdaq market maker focused on telecom/telecom equipment.
"This is an exciting time to join SVB Securities, which has established itself as a leader in the technology sector and innovation economy," said Champion. "I am looking forward to collaborating with the team to accelerate our technology trading efforts to achieve exceptional outcomes for clients."
SVB Securities' seasoned Institutional Equities team focuses on healthcare and technology, covers 900 institutions, and provides clients with valuable insights and high-quality trading execution for equity, derivative, and debt securities.
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These breathtaking photos showcase the beauty of the natural world through some incredible action shots.
The winners of The Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum International Photography Award (HIPA) Nature competition have been revealed and the finalists include a musing gorilla, a chilly bear and an agile orangutan.
But the winning shot was captured by Henley Spiers, from Exeter, and depicts a swooping gannet smashing through water at 100km per hour.
The British photographer was the overall winner at the international photo competition, taking home the £100,000 ($120,000) prize.
Harry, who took the picture off Noss Island in 2021, said: ‘The photograph was captured on my very first day visiting Shetland, the northernmost location in the United Kingdom, a cold, harsh, and wild place of which I have grown extremely fond.
‘The handsome gannets visit here seasonally to nest, turning the dark cliffs white – they are one of the most impressive animals I’ve ever come across, masters of both air and sea.
‘This photograph is captured underwater, surrounded by diving gannets and I tried to display the controlled violence of the scene with a photograph which goes beyond what is seen by the naked eye.
‘Dialling my shutter speed down, and moving my camera along with the movement of the seabirds, an artistic blurring occurred, eventually after many attempts, leading to the frame we see here.’
The HIPA awards saw entries from all over the world, split across different categories.
Photographer Nguyen Vu Cao won the award for the colour category, with his picture of boats harbouring for a storm in Vietnam.
Winner of the portfolio section was Canadian biologist Paul Nicklen – who captured a bear running in minus 22 degree temperatures.
A runner-up in the nature category was Marcio Cabral, from Brazil, who snapped an impressive landscape of a glow-in-the-dark plant.
Feast on some more of the impressive entries below.
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Richemont shareholder Bluebell says company response strengthens its cases for board seat
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ZURICH (Reuters) - Bluebell Capital Partners still wants a seat on the board of Richemont after the luxury group called on shareholders to reject its candidate and vote for a current board member to represent ordinary investors.
"The company for the first time has acknowledged and agreed that a representative of the A share holders should have the right to be represented on the board," Guiseppe Bivona, co-CEO of Bluebell told Reuters on Monday. "This is a major win for the market."
Bluebell's candidate, Francesco Trapani, represented the best choice for the role, not independent director Wendy Luhabe who has been proposed by Richemont, Bivona added.
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The idea that many of our emotions and feelings are linked to the gut is an ancient one. More than 2,000 years ago, the Romans made reference to what we today describe as a “gut feeling”. Now, modern science indicates that the gut may indeed play a role in mood disorders and our mental health.
The gut is covered in nerve cells known as neurons – cells that transmit signals to other neurons, and which are also fundamental to our brains. Research suggests that this network, known as the enteric nervous system, contains more than 100m neurons. This complex network of cells in our gut is able to function independently of the brain and spinal cord, and is often referred to as the body’s “second brain”.
And although this “second brain” doesn’t actually do any “thinking”, the gut is far more than just a mechanism for processing and digesting our food. The gut communicates with the brain in a number of ways, and plays a vital role in providing it with neurochemicals, such as serotonin which influences mood, among other functions.
In addition to the bloodstream, one of the main pathways between the two is the vagus nerve – a long bundle of nerve fibres that stretch from the brain to the abdomen. “Roughly 80% of the nerve fibres which make up the vagus nerve are signalling in the direction from the gut to the brain, while only 20% are the other way around,” says Dr Katerina Johnson, a psychiatry researcher at the University of Oxford. “It highlights how much the brain is a receiver of information from our gut.”
Developing research shows that much of this information comes from gut microbes, which respond to a variety of external influences ranging from diet to stress. It is through the actions and composition of these microbes that the gut is thought to play a role in impacting mental health.
Along with various other factors such as our genes, our diets may play a role in determining how we cope with stress and deal with life traumas. Ted Dinan, emeritus professor of psychiatry at University College Cork, in Ireland, points out that both human and animal studies have established links between poor diet and poor mental health.
“In a study some years ago, we profiled the gut microbes of patients with depression and of healthy subjects, and we found that there was much less microbial diversity in the intestines of the individuals with depression,” says Dinan.
“And when we transplanted the microbiota of a depressed patient into a rat, the rat’s behaviour altered and it developed depressive-like behaviours and a more inflamed immunology. Whereas if you do the same thing from a healthy human to a rat, the animal’s behaviour doesn’t change at all.”
One of the reasons that diet is important is because the large intestine – a component of the gut which is relatively heavily populated from a microbial perspective – acts as a giant fermentation organ. The microbes within it break down certain fibres producing various substances – some of which have been linked to positive health outcomes.
Johnson explains how scientists have found that patients with depression have less of a particular type of bacteria called bacteroides, which is known to produce an important chemical called GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid). This neurochemical helps minimise the impact of stress, and can therefore help us sleep soundly through the night. If the brain does not get enough GABA, this leads to increased anxiety and insomnia.
One particularly important product for the brain is the amino acid tryptophan. Tryptophan in our diet is broken down – by a group of gut microbes called bifidobacteria – into smaller metabolites that can cross the blood-brain barrier. The brain needs a constant supply of tryptophan metabolites, as they are the building blocks for the mood-regulating hormone serotonin. It appears that if we don’t have a sufficient abundance of bifidobacteria in our gut, due to eating a poor diet, this process will be inhibited, with consequences for our mental health.
“Numerous studies over the past decade have illustrated the importance of tryptophan,” says Dinan. “If you take patients who have recovered from depression and you deplete their brains of tryptophan, their depression will reoccur within a really short period of time, within minutes to hours.”
Making sure the right types of bacteria are flourishing in your gut appears to be a crucial part of keeping your brain working effectively, yet because people’s guts are so complex – and so different – scientists are still trying to establish the exact definition of a healthy microbiome. What we do know for now is that a good diet plays an important role in keeping your gut – and therefore your brain – healthy.
“We know that if somebody starts off on a good diet, and then goes on a diet of fast food, their microbiota changes rapidly in a very short period of time, and good microbes in the gut tend to be lost or decreased very dramatically,” Dinan says. “There’s no doubt that an appropriate diet gives us a good microbiota, which helps us deal more appropriately with stress.” | https://www.theguardian.com/from-the-inside-out/2022/aug/01/gut-instinct-how-your-diet-shapes-your-mind | 2022-08-08T10:22:06Z | https://www.theguardian.com/from-the-inside-out/2022/aug/01/gut-instinct-how-your-diet-shapes-your-mind | false | 1 |
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Dubai, UAE: The British University in Dubai (BUiD) achieved global quality accreditation through the Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education (QAA), the UK’s independent quality body and a global leader in quality assurance for higher education.
The University has obtained global accreditation having successfully completed QAA’s International Quality Review (IQR). IQR is a rigorous process which benchmarks global higher education institutions against international quality assurance standards set out in Part 1 of the Standards and Guidelines for Quality Assurance in the European Higher Education Area (ESG).
The review took place online between 23 and 26 May 2022, and was carried out by a team of three independent reviewers appointed by QAA. The review team confirmed that the University meets all 10 of the internal quality assurance standards in the ESG.
Professor Abdullah Alshamsi, BUiD’s Vice-Chancellor, said: 'We are delighted to have completed the QAA’s International Quality Review successfully. As the leading research university in the region, we take the quality of our learning and teaching very seriously. We are proud that the review team selected as good practice initiatives we have put in place at BUiD to ensure we continue to develop as a university model for high standards of quality.'
Vicki Stott, QAA’s Chief Executive said: 'Huge congratulations to the British University in Dubai on this tremendous achievement. Through the IQR process, they have been able to demonstrate their comparability with international best practice in quality assurance, and to further strengthen their capacity for developing international collaboration and partnership.'
QAA’s IQR accreditation applies for five years, subject to a satisfactory mid-cycle review. The University is also eligible to become a QAA International Member. International Quality Review is carried out in QAA’s capacity supporting the development of higher education quality internationally, including activity to support QAA Members and collaboration with international partners.
The British University in Dubai
The British University in Dubai (BUiD) was established by law number 5 in 2003, by His Highness the late Sheikh Maktoum bin Rashid bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Ruler of Dubai, as a not-for-profit entity. The University grew out of collaborations between British and Dubai academic, government and commercial organisations to make a unique contribution to the UAE and the Gulf region. The founders of the University are the Al Maktoum Foundation, Dubai Holding, Rolls-Royce, the British Business Group of Dubai and the Northern Emirates, Emirates NBD, and the British Council.
The University is governed by a Council formed every three years by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, under the chancellorship of His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum.
BUiD is licensed by the UAE Ministry of Education and our qualifications are also recognised internationally by NARIC. The academic support that BUiD enjoys from its alliance with Russell Group universities in the UK has contributed to its success. These universities include the University of Edinburgh, the University of Glasgow, and the University of Manchester - all in the world’s top 100.
BUiD’s internal quality assurance include processes that ensure our programmes and students’ achievements are of standards on a par with those of our UK Universities Alliance partners.
BUiD offers full and part-time research based Doctorate and PhD programmes, Masters and MBA programmes, and Postgraduate Diplomas, in the fields of education, business, law, engineering, finance, construction, and IT.
BUiD also offers undergraduate programmes in the fields of computer science, AI, engineering, architecture, finance, and business.
BUiD works in collaboration with leading organisations and institutions including its major contributing partner the Knowledge Fund Establishment, Atkins, the UAE Ministry of Education, and government and associated bodies across the UAE’s public and private sectors.
We provide an important and growing community and resource for young professionals, leading academics, corporate managers and aspiring leaders of all description.
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NEW YORK, Aug. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Attention Molecular Partners AG ("Molecular Partners") (NASDAQ: MOLN) shareholders:
The Law Offices of Vincent Wong announce that a class action lawsuit has commenced on behalf of investors. This lawsuit is on behalf of a class consisting of persons and entities that purchased or otherwise acquired: (a) Molecular Partners American Depositary Shares pursuant and/or traceable to certain documents issued in connection with the Company's initial public offering conducted on or about June 16, 2021; and/or (b) Molecular Partners securities between June 16, 2021, and April 26, 2022.
If you suffered a loss on your investment in Molecular Partners, contact us about potential recovery by using the link below. There is no cost or obligation to you.
ABOUT THE ACTION: The class action against Molecular Partners includes allegations that the Company made materially false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (i) the Company's product, ensovibep, was less effective at treating COVID-19 than defendants had led investors to believe; that (ii) accordingly, the the U.S. Food and Drug Administration ("FDA") was reasonably likely to require an additional Phase 3 study of ensovibep before granting the drug Emergency Use Authorization ("EUA"); (iii) waning global rates of COVID-19 significantly reduced the Company's chances of securing EUA for ensovibep; (iv) another of the Company's product candidates, MP0310, was less attractive to Molecular Partners' collaborator, Amgen, than defendants had led investors to believe; (v) accordingly, there was a significant likelihood that Amgen would return to global rights of MP0310 to Molecular Partners; (vi) as a result of all the foregoing, the clinical and commercial prospects of ensovibep and MP0310 were overstated; and (vii) as a result, documents issues in connection with the Company's initial public offer and defendants' public statements throughout the class period were materially false and/or misleading and failed to state information required to be stated therein.
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WASHINGTON — How many different cell phone charges does your family own? Between iPhones and androids, laptops and headphones the drawer can quickly fill up.
All that mess and all that money being spent on chargers is attracting the attention of some lawmakers -- who say it's time to create some standards in the U.S.
In a letter sent to the Secretary of Commerce recently, Democratic Senators Bernie Sanders, Elizabeth Warren and Ed Markey asked the Department of Commerce to act.
"In our increasingly digital society, consumers frequently must pay for new specialized charging equipment," the lawmakers write.
"This is not merely an annoyance; it can be a financial burden. The average consumer owns approximately three mobile phone chargers, and around 40 percent of consumers report that, on at least one occasion, they 'could not charge their mobile phone because available chargers were incompatible.'"
Of course, forcing Apple, Google or other tech companies in Silicon Valley to do something is not easy. However, it is happening in Europe.
The EU recently announced by 2024, all new phones, tablets, digital cameras, headphones, keyboards and other devices will need USB-C charging ports.
By 2026, the law will apply to laptops. The United States, though, is not Europe – and for the moment, it's unclear if the Biden administration will issue an executive order on this or wait for Congress to pass a new law perhaps.
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COPENHAGEN, Denmark (AP) — A polar bear attacked a campsite Monday in Norway’s remote Arctic Svalbard Islands, injuring a French tourist, authorities said, adding that the wounds weren't life-threatening.
The woman, who was not identified, was part of a tour group of 25 people who were camping at Sveasletta, in the central part of the Svalbard archipelago, which sits more than 800 kilometers (500 miles) north of the Norwegian mainland. The campsite was located across a fjord from Longyearbyen, the main settlement in the Arctic Svalbard archipelago.
Authorities responded to the news of the attack which came in shortly before 8:30 a.m. by flying out there in a helicopter, chief superintendent Stein Olav Bredli.
“The French woman suffered injuries to an arm. Shots were fired at the polar bear, which was scared away from the area,” he said. Further details on her injuries weren't disclosed. She was flown by helicopter to the hospital in Longyearbyen.
The main newspaper on the Arctic archipelago, Svalbardposten, said the victim was a woman in her 40s, and quoted local hospital official Solveig Jacobsen as saying that the woman was slightly injured.
Bredli said the polar bear was injured and “our people on site are considering what to do with it.”
Svalbard is dotted with warnings about polar bears. Visitors who choose to sleep outdoors receive stern warnings from authorities that people must carry firearms. At least five people have been killed by polar bears since the 1970s. The last time it happened was in 2020, when a 38-year-old Dutchman was killed.
An estimated 20,000-25,000 polar bears live in the Arctic.
In 2015, a polar bear dragged a Czech tourist out of his tent as he and others were camping north of Longyearbyen, clawing his back before being driven away by gunshots. The bear was later found and killed by authorities. | https://www.theheraldreview.com/news/article/Woman-injured-by-polar-bear-on-Norway-s-17358494.php | 2022-08-08T10:32:36Z | https://www.theheraldreview.com/news/article/Woman-injured-by-polar-bear-on-Norway-s-17358494.php | false | 32 |
AUSTIN, Texas, Aug. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- My Plates unveils the Premium Reserve Collection showcasing 50 exclusive plate messages available for immediate purchase. Most of these plate messages are car-related, including many desirable plate messages like Audi, BMW, Saab, Fiat, and Lotus.
All messages featured in this Collection may be purchased immediately for a 5-year term on any My Plates Select eligible background design including the newly-released Classic Silver plate designs.
"This is a great way for Texans to secure a previously reserved message as their Texas plate," said Steve Farrar, CEO/President of My Plates.
The Premium Reserve Collection will be refreshed with exciting, newly available and exclusive plate messages, so Texans are encouraged to check back periodically.
Texans wishing to purchase any of these Premium Reserve messages may do so by visiting www.myplates.com/premiumreserve.
My Plates designs and markets new specialty license plates as a vendor for the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles. My Plates' goal is to create a long-term, mutually beneficial relationship designed to maximize revenues for the state through the sale of My Plates specialty plates. Learn more at www.MyPlates.com.
The Texas Department of Motor Vehicles (TxDMV) is a dynamic state agency dedicated to customer service, consumer protection and the success of motor vehicle-related industries. For every $1 the agency spends, it returns more than $10 in state revenue. These funds are primarily used to build and maintain the state's roads and bridges. Each year the agency registers approximately 25 million vehicles; regulates vehicle dealers; credentials buses and big trucks for intrastate and interstate commerce; issues oversize and overweight permits; and awards grants to law enforcement agencies to reduce vehicle burglaries and thefts. Learn more at www.TxDMV.gov.
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Congress senses opportunity in Bihar, watching rift in ruling coalition
Congress senses opportunity in Bihar, watching rift in ruling coalition
New Delhi: The Congress on Monday said it was watching the political developments in the ruling JDU-BJP alliance in Bihar and senses an opportunity in the state to join hands with the former ally again. “Yes, there is an opportunity there,” AICC secretary in charge of Bihar Ajay Kapoor told ETV Bharat. In 2015, the JD-U had joined hands with the RJD and the Congress to contest the assembly polls and formed a coalition government headed by chief minister Nitish Kumar.
Nitish later ditched the alliance but retained the top government post with the support of the BJP. RJD founder Lalu Prasad’s son Tejaswi Yadav was Nitish Kumar’s deputy in the coalition government and had been targeting the chief minister on various issues. Of late, there have been reports of an alleged rift between the ruling JDU-BJP coalition, giving hope to the grand old party and the RJD, which are watching the developments in Bihar closely.
There are also murmurs in Delhi’s political circles that Nitish Kumar had a word with Congress chief Sonia Gandhi, following which a meeting of the party MLAs has been called in Patna in the evening. Though Kapoor said “there will be no problem in forming an alliance with the JDU if it breaks away from the BJP”, a section of the state leaders had been wary of welcoming Nitish Kumar.
“Afterall, the 2015 poll mandate was for the JDU-RJD-Congress alliance. We are watching the situation but the final decision in the matter would be taken by Soniaji,” said Kapoor. Party insiders said that joining hands with Nitish again may involve some moral issues but mostly realpolitik takes precedence in such situations.
Also read: Nitish activates 'Paltimar plan', speaks to Sonia
They further said though there may be an opportunity for the Congress, the opposition should also be prepared for a repeat of Maharashtra, where Shiv Sena rebel Eknath Shinde became chief minister with support of BJP, in Bihar. In the 2020 polls, the Congress had 19/243 seats in the Bihar assembly against 75 of Rashtriya Janata Dal. In 2019, the grand old party had just 1/40 Lok Sabha seats in the state.
The Congress is not very strong in Bihar where the opposition charge is mostly led by the leader of the opposition Tejaswi Yadav. Recently, the Congress asked state unit chief MM Jha to resign but has not been able to announce his replacement. AICC in charge of Bihar Bhakta Charan Das had sent a list of names for the revamped state unit but it did not find favour with the local leaders.
Sources said Das had suggested the name of veteran Rajesh Ram as state unit chief, along with Kumar Ashish, Brajesh Pandey, Qaiser Khan, Meenat Rehmani, Amita Bhushan and Pravin Kushwaha as working presidents. He had also suggested several names for vice president’s post. The Congress had also planned a Gandhi yatra in the state but had to cancel it at the eleventh hour due to lack of coordination among the various teams. | https://www.etvbharat.com/english/national/bharat/congress-senses-opportunity-in-bihar-watching-rift-in-ruling-coalition/na20220808155348373373187 | 2022-08-08T10:36:55Z | https://www.etvbharat.com/english/national/bharat/congress-senses-opportunity-in-bihar-watching-rift-in-ruling-coalition/na20220808155348373373187 | false | 1 |
CA Marine Warnings and Forecast for Tuesday, August 9, 2022
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SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY
URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service San Francisco Bay Area
249 AM PDT Mon Aug 8 2022
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM PDT TUESDAY...
* WHAT...Northwest winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 35 kt.
* WHERE...Coastal Waters from Point Pinos to Point Piedras
Blancas California out to 10 nm.
* WHEN...Until 9 PM PDT Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM PDT TUESDAY...
* WHAT...Northwest winds 10 to 20 kt with gusts up to 30 kt.
* WHERE...Waters from Point Pinos to Point Piedras Blancas 10-
60 NM.
* WHEN...Until 9 AM PDT Tuesday.
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM THIS MORNING
TO 9 PM PDT THIS EVENING...
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM TO 9 PM PDT TUESDAY...
* WHAT...For the first Small Craft Advisory, west winds 15 to 25
kt with gusts up to 35 kt expected. For the second Small Craft
Advisory, west winds 10 to 20 kt with gusts up to 30 kt
expected.
* WHERE...Monterey Bay.
* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 9 AM this morning to
9 PM PDT this evening. For the Small Craft Advisory, from 9 AM
to 9 PM PDT Tuesday.
* WHAT...West winds 10 to 20 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and
choppy waters expected.
* WHERE...San Pablo Bay, Suisun Bay, the West Delta and the San
Francisco Bay north of the Bay Bridge.
* WHEN...From 9 AM this morning to 9 PM PDT this evening.
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM THIS MORNING TO
9 PM PDT THIS EVENING...
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM TO 9 PM PDT TUESDAY...
* WHAT...For the first Small Craft Advisory, northwest winds 15
to 25 kt with gusts up to 35 kt expected. For the second Small
Craft Advisory, northwest winds 10 to 20 kt with gusts up to
25 kt expected.
* WHERE...Coastal Waters from Pigeon Point to Point Pinos
California out to 10 nm.
9 PM PDT this evening. For the Small Craft Advisory, from 3 PM
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Senate Democrats pass a climate, health care and tax bill after months of negotiations. Secretary of State Blinken holds high-level talks in South Africa. A poll delves into some racial disparities.
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NC sheriff’s office puts AR-15s in schools in case of emergencies
MADISON COUNTY, N.C. (WHNS/Gray News) - A North Carolina sheriff plans to equip school resource officers with AR-15 rifles as a safety measure.
Madison County Sheriff Buddy Harwood announced the plan to help improve security for Madison County Schools during a press conference in June, WHNS reports.
Harwood argued that we’ve seen that a deputy armed with a handgun is not always enough to stop certain situations. Because of this, he said he decided to arm every school resource officer with an AR-15 rifle with optics and accessories.
According to Harwood, all the rifles and accessories were bought using money donated by residents in Madison County.
Haywood explained that every officer will attend hours of extra tactical training with these rifles to ensure they are ready to use them. He added that each rifle will also be kept in a gun safe in an undisclosed location at each school.
Harwood said he is working with Madison County School Superintendent Dr. Weil Hoffman and the Board of Education to implement this new safety measure.
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Anglo-American EV startup Arrival is putting its groundbreaking bus and car projects on ice as it struggles to manage its cash reserves. The Financial Times reports that the company, which said it would lay off a third of its staff last month, would now focus on completing its delivery van. Arrival said that it had anything up to 20,000 orders with UPS for the vehicle, and is expecting to get the first models out of the door later this year. That will hopefully reduce the pressure on the company’s bottom line, and boost its share price, which has fallen 90 percent since it went public via a SPAC last year.
The company was unable to comment to The Hamden Journal about the FT’s report, as it is preparing to release its financial results this week.
Arrival actually started with its electric bus project, and has already built several models ready for real-world testing. Its car, designed to be sold to ride-share drivers, was at the prototype stage (I saw it first hand last December), and the company had recruited Tom Elvidge from Uber to run the program. The FT’s report says that both projects are in stasis for now, and are likely to be revived as soon as Arrival begins making money. The car project may, however, find itself squeezed by the looming recession and that so much VC money, which was dumped into transportation startups like Uber, has now dried up, leading to a wave of closures.
The biggest tragedy from all of this is that Arrival’s focus on revolutionizing public buses was a genuinely different approach from most EV makers. Buses are a fixture in pretty much every city, and while it’s always better for the environment to use one over a car, making them even cleaner was a great plan. That the public project has been iced in favor of the fleet of logistics vans is not surprising, but it’s certainly not a great sign for the future of public transport.
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Mum-of-22 Sue Radford reveals chaos of buying new school uniforms for her huge brood
BUYING school uniforms can be expensive for many parents - and this is true for mum-of-22 Sue Radford.
The busy mum, 47, from Lancashire, uploaded a video sharing how she popped to Asda to pick up this year’s bumper school shop.
Taking to Instagram, Sue said: “School uniform shopping time is here!
“Guys I cannot believe that Archie is off to big school, he is so so excited.
“I absolutely love doing the school shop at @georgeatasda!
“They've always proven to be the best quality and value for money, plus @georgekidswear have loads of sizes in store so I can get everyone sorted in one go.
“Hope you guys have a great rest of the summer with your little ones.”
Sue grabbed some polo shirts that were two for £3.50 and trousers for £10.
She also got £8 joggers for their PE kits and £7 iron-free school dresses.
And when it came to school shoes, the kids loved the £15 Minnie Mouse and also the Batman light-up ones.
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The mum said: “A light-up shoe is always a winner in our house.”
Previously Sue, who is mum to Britain’s biggest family, revealed the whopping cost of kitting her kids out for new school uniforms for September.
Sue and husband Noel, 51, appeared on Channel 5’s 22 Kids And Counting and showed what it’s like going uniform shopping for nine of their kids.
Every September for the past 20 year or so years, a new Radford has started primary school - and so the summer holidays are an expensive time.
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Noel said: “We’ve got the uniforms to sort out, the school shoes which we get once a year.
“The school bill is horrendous.
“The blazers, the ties, the shirts, the trousers, PE kits, the bags.”
The bill in a school uniform shop came to a whopping £277.96, and they also had to order £140 of extra clothing to be delivered into the store, totalling £417.96.
Noel said: “I love paying for school uniforms.”
Sue joked: “Just don’t look at your bank balance and you’ll be fine.”
Sue and Noel are parents to Chris, 33, Sophie, 28, Chloe, 26, Jack, 25, Daniel, 23, Luke, 21, Millie, 20, Katie, 19, James, 18, Ellie, 17, Aimee, 16, Josh, 15, Max, 13, Tillie, 12, Oscar, 10, Casper, nine, Hallie, seven, Phoebe, six, Archie, four, Bonnie, three, and Heidie, two.
Sadly the couple's 17th child Alfie was still born on July 6, 2014.
The family famously doesn’t rely on benefits and is supported by their pie shop business.
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NEW YORK, Aug. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Attention Wells Fargo & Company ("Wells Fargo") (NYSE: WFC) shareholders:
The Law Offices of Vincent Wong announce that a class action lawsuit has commenced on behalf of investors. This lawsuit is on behalf of persons and entities that purchased or otherwise acquired Wells Fargo common stock between February 24, 2021 and June 9, 2022.
If you suffered a loss on your investment in Wells Fargo, contact us about potential recovery by using the link below. There is no cost or obligation to you.
ABOUT THE ACTION: The class action against Wells Fargo includes allegations that the Company made materially false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (i) Wells Fargo had misrepresented its commitment to diversity in the Company's workplace; (ii) Wells Fargo conducted fake job interviews in order to meet its Diverse Search Requirement; (iii) the foregoing conduct subjected Wells Fargo to an increased risk of regulatory and/or governmental scrutiny and enforcement action, including criminal charges; (iv) all of the foregoing, once revealed, was likely to negatively impact Wells Fargo's reputation; and (v) as a result, the Company's public statements were materially false and misleading at all relevant times.
DEADLINE: August 29, 2022
Aggrieved Wells Fargo investors only have until August 29, 2022 to request that the Court appoint you as lead plaintiff. You are not required to act as a lead plaintiff in order to share in any recovery.
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NEW YORK, Aug. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Attention Unity Software Inc. ("Unity") (NYSE: U) shareholders:
The Law Offices of Vincent Wong announce that a class action lawsuit has commenced on behalf of investors who purchased between March 5, 2021 and May 10, 2022.
If you suffered a loss on your investment in Unity, contact us about potential recovery by using the link below. There is no cost or obligation to you.
ABOUT THE ACTION: The class action against Unity includes allegations that the Company made materially false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (i) deficiencies in Unity's product platform reduced the accuracy of the Company's machine learning technology; (ii) the foregoing was likely to have a material negative impact on the Company's revenues; (iii) accordingly, Unity had overstated the Company's commercial and/or financial prospects for 2022; (iv) as a result, the Company was likely to have to reduce its fiscal 2022 guidance; and (v) as a result, the Company's public statements were materially false and misleading at all relevant times.
Aggrieved Unity investors only have until September 6, 2022 to request that the Court appoint you as lead plaintiff. You are not required to act as a lead plaintiff in order to share in any recovery.
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M&T Bank Corp boosted its position in shares of Fortive Co. (NYSE:FTV – Get Rating) by 2.6% in the first quarter, HoldingsChannel.com reports. The fund owned 76,866 shares of the technology company’s stock after acquiring an additional 1,982 shares during the quarter. M&T Bank Corp’s holdings in Fortive were worth $4,683,000 as of its most recent filing with the SEC.
Other large investors have also added to or reduced their stakes in the company. Janney Montgomery Scott LLC increased its holdings in Fortive by 16.0% in the 4th quarter. Janney Montgomery Scott LLC now owns 8,473 shares of the technology company’s stock worth $646,000 after buying an additional 1,168 shares during the period. Commonwealth Equity Services LLC boosted its holdings in shares of Fortive by 7.6% in the 4th quarter. Commonwealth Equity Services LLC now owns 17,628 shares of the technology company’s stock valued at $1,344,000 after acquiring an additional 1,252 shares during the last quarter. D.A. Davidson & CO. acquired a new stake in shares of Fortive in the fourth quarter worth $261,000. CWM LLC purchased a new position in shares of Fortive during the fourth quarter worth $298,000. Finally, Fifth Third Bancorp lifted its position in Fortive by 6.6% during the fourth quarter. Fifth Third Bancorp now owns 62,941 shares of the technology company’s stock valued at $4,802,000 after purchasing an additional 3,872 shares during the period. Hedge funds and other institutional investors own 95.21% of the company’s stock.
Analysts Set New Price Targets
Several equities research analysts have weighed in on the company. Credit Suisse Group set a $74.00 price target on Fortive in a research report on Tuesday, July 19th. Barclays raised their target price on Fortive from $68.00 to $72.00 and gave the stock an “overweight” rating in a report on Monday, August 1st. Loop Capital decreased their price target on Fortive from $84.00 to $78.00 and set a “buy” rating for the company in a report on Tuesday, July 19th. Royal Bank of Canada raised their price objective on shares of Fortive from $61.00 to $68.00 in a research note on Friday, July 29th. Finally, Mizuho decreased their target price on shares of Fortive from $62.00 to $60.00 and set a “neutral” rating for the company in a research note on Monday, July 18th. Six investment analysts have rated the stock with a hold rating and five have assigned a buy rating to the stock. According to data from MarketBeat.com, the stock currently has a consensus rating of “Hold” and an average price target of $72.64.
Fortive Price Performance
Fortive (NYSE:FTV – Get Rating) last released its earnings results on Thursday, July 28th. The technology company reported $0.78 EPS for the quarter, topping analysts’ consensus estimates of $0.72 by $0.06. The business had revenue of $1.46 billion during the quarter, compared to analysts’ expectations of $1.41 billion. Fortive had a net margin of 11.86% and a return on equity of 11.25%. The company’s quarterly revenue was up 10.9% on a year-over-year basis. During the same quarter in the previous year, the company earned $0.66 earnings per share. As a group, research analysts predict that Fortive Co. will post 3.11 EPS for the current fiscal year.
Fortive Profile
Fortive Corporation designs, develops, manufactures, markets, and services professional and engineered products, software, and services worldwide. Its Intelligent Operating Solutions segment offers connected reliability tools; environment, health, safety, and quality enterprise software products; facility and asset lifecycle software; pre-construction planning and construction procurement solutions; ruggedized professional test tools; electric, pressure, and temperature calibration tools; and portable gas detection tools for a range of vertical end markets including manufacturing, process industries, healthcare, utilities and power, communications and electronics, and others.
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GAZA CITY, Gaza Strip — A cease-fire between Israel and Palestinian militants took effect Sunday night in a bid to end nearly three days of violence that has killed dozens of Palestinians.
Egyptian officials had worked to bring the sides to an agreement after the flare-up of fighting that saw Israeli aircraft pound targets in Gaza and militants fire hundreds of rockets that reached deep into Israel.
Rocket fire and airstrikes continued until the scheduled start of the truce at 11:30 p.m. (2030 GMT; 4:30 p.m. EDT).
More than 40 Palestinians were killed, including 15 children and four women, as Israel targeted the militant group Islamic Jihad in what it said was a pre-emptive campaign. Israel said errant Gaza rockets were to blame for some of the deaths.
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GAZA CITY, Gaza Strip (AP) — Israel and Palestinian militants in the Gaza Strip appeared headed toward a cease-fire Sunday night after Egyptian officials said both sides agreed to a truce to end a flare-up of violence that has killed dozens of Palestinians.
The cease-fire would end the worst fighting in Gaza since an 11-day war between Israel and Hamas last year. Since Friday night, the violence has killed 43 Palestinians, including 15 children and four women.
Egyptian officials said the truce was set to begin at 11:30 p.m. (2030 GMT; 4:30 p.m. EDT). An Egyptian intelligence official said both sides had agreed to the truce. He spoke on condition of anonymity because of the sensitive nature of the cease-fire talks.
Israel confirmed the cease-fire was set to take hold, but said it would respond if it was violated.
Since Friday, Israeli aircraft have pummeled targets in Gaza, while the Iran-backed Palestinian Jihad militant group has fired hundreds of rockets at Israel in response. The risk of the cross-border fighting turning into a full-fledged war remained as long as no truce was reached. Israel says some of the dead were killed by misfired rockets.
Gaza's ruling Hamas group remained on the sidelines, possibly because it fears Israeli reprisals and undoing economic understandings with Israel, including Israeli work permits for thousands of Gaza residents, that bolster its control.
Israel launched its operation with a strike Friday on a leader of the Islamic Jihad, and followed up on Saturday with another targeted strike on a second prominent leader.
The second Islamic Jihad commander, Khaled Mansour, was killed in an airstrike on an apartment building in the Rafah refugee camp in southern Gaza late Saturday, which also killed two other militants and five civilians.
Mansour, the Islamic Jihad commander for southern Gaza, was in the apartment of a member of the group when the missile struck, flattening the three-story building and badly damaging nearby houses.
"Suddenly, without warning, the house next to us was bombed and everything became black and dusty with smoke in the blink of an eye," said Wissam Jouda, who lives next to the targeted building.
Ahmed al-Qaissi, another neighbor, said his wife and son were among the wounded, suffering shrapnel injuries. To make way for rescue workers, al-Qaissi agreed to have part of his house demolished.
As a funeral for Mansour began in the Gaza Strip on Sunday, the Israeli military said it was striking suspected "Islamic Jihad rocket launch posts." Smoke could be seen from the strikes as thumps from their explosions rattled Gaza. Israeli airstrikes and rocket fire followed for hours as sirens wailed in central Israel. As the sunset call to prayer sounded in Gaza, sirens wailed as far north as Tel Aviv.
Israel says some of the deaths during this round were caused by errant rocket fire, including one incident in the Jebaliya refugee camp in northern Gaza in which six Palestinians were killed Saturday. On Sunday, a projectile hit a home in the same area of Jebaliya, killing two men. Palestinians held Israel responsible, while Israel said it was investigating whether the area was struck by an errant rocket.
Israel's Defense Ministry said mortars fired from Gaza hit the Erez border crossing into Israel, used by thousands of Gazans daily. The mortars damaged the roof and shrapnel hit the hall's entrance, the ministry said. The crossing has been closed amid the fighting.
The Rafah strike was the deadliest so far in the current round of fighting, which was initiated by Israel on Friday with the targeted killing of Islamic Jihad's commander for northern Gaza.
Israel said it took action against the militant group because of concrete threats of an imminent attack, but has not provided details. Caretaker Prime Minister Yair Lapid, who is an experienced diplomat but untested in overseeing a war, unleashed the offensive less than three months before a general election in which he is campaigning to keep the job.
In a statement Sunday, Lapid said the military would continue to strike targets in Gaza "in a pinpoint and responsible way in order to reduce to a minimum the harm to noncombatants." Lapid said the strike that killed Mansour was "an extraordinary achievement."
"The operation will continue as long as necessary," Lapid said.
Israel estimates its airstrikes killed about 15 militants.
Islamic Jihad has fewer fighters and supporters than Hamas, and little is known about its arsenal. Both groups call for Israel's destruction, but have different priorities, with Hamas constrained by the demands of governing.
The Israeli army said militants in Gaza fired about 580 rockets toward Israel. The army said its air defenses had intercepted many of them, with two of those shot down being fired toward Jerusalem. Islamic Jihad has fewer fighters and supporters than Hamas.
Air raid sirens sounded in the Jerusalem area for the first time Sunday since last year's Israel-Hamas war.
Jerusalem is typically a flashpoint during periods of cross-border fighting between Israel and Gaza. On Sunday, hundreds of Jews, including firebrand ultra-nationalist lawmaker Itamar Ben Gvir, visited a sensitive holy site in Jerusalem, known to Jews as the Temple Mount and to Muslims as the Noble Sanctuary. The visit, under heavy police protection, ended without incident, police said.
Such demonstrative visits by Israeli hard-liners seeking to underscore Israeli claims of sovereignty over contested Jerusalem have sparked violence in the past. The holy site sits on the fault line of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and is central to rival narratives of Palestinians and Israeli Jews.
In Palestinian cities and towns in the West Bank, Israeli security forces said they detained 19 people on suspicion of belonging to the Islamic Jihad during overnight raids.
By Sunday, Hamas still appeared to stay out of the battle. The group has a strong incentive to avoid another war. Last year's Israel-Hamas war, one of four major conflicts and several smaller battles over the last 15 years, exacted a staggering toll on the impoverished territory's 2.3 million Palestinian residents.
Since the last war, Israel and Hamas have reached tacit understandings based on trading calm for work permits and a slight easing of the border blockade imposed by Israel and Egypt when Hamas overran the territory 15 years ago. Israel has issued 12,000 work permits to Gaza laborers, and has held out the prospect of granting another 2,000 permits.
The lone power plant in Gaza ground to a halt at noon Saturday due to lack of fuel. Israel has kept its crossing points into Gaza closed since Tuesday. With the new disruption, Gazans can use only four hours of electricity a day, increasing their reliance on private generators and deepening the territory's chronic power crisis amid peak summer heat.
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Keeping the faith: Pain in this world helps us focus on better, eternal reality
Recently, I was confronted with the pain of living in our broken world: Three elementary school-aged girls died in a house fire in our neighborhood.
So much pain swirled around the death of these sweet young girls who loved everyone. How can God allow this great evil?
It’s good to come to God with our pain and our questions. It’s good to be open and honest with him because he cares for us.
Knowing I’m finite and do not — and cannot — know all the purposes of God, I think there are a few things that we can readily acknowledge.
I think we must acknowledge that we’re not supposed to die. That’s why we have such a strong reaction to the tragedy of these girls leaving our lives so early. We want them here with us, and that’s good, and that’s right, and we want that dearly.
And yet pain exists because sin exists.
We experience the pain of sin every day. I don’t care if you’re rich or poor, Black or white, young or old, you experience pain. That’s part of life. Pain comes from the existence of sin in our world that has corrupted it, warped it from how life is supposed to be.
Pain exists to help us pull away from the source of pain so that it won’t keep happening.
From the pain of a dog bite that teaches us to stay away from dangerous dogs to the pain of scraping our knee that teaches us to be careful when we walk, to the pain of trying to drink a cup of hot chocolate that’s too hot that reminds us to wait until it cools. Pain exists to help us pull away from the source of pain to prevent worse things from happening.
God uses pain in this life to help us pull away from the love of this world and seek a world that is better, that is coming, to keep our eyes focused on an eternal reality that is greater than these few years on earth, be they seven or 70.
If eternity was measured in distance, say the span of your living room, how big would 100 years be? It would be a dot, like a single piece of dust on the floor.
We can be so focused on the here and now that we miss the larger, weightier reality of the opportunity and gift of eternal life. For those who have entered into a committed personal relationship with Jesus Christ, and those who are too young to be held accountable, there is a larger, beautiful reality that we are part of that puts the hard, painful days of suffering of our lives in the context of eternity.
The Bible says it this way, “For I consider that the sufferings of this present time are not worth comparing with the glory that is to be revealed to us” (Romans 8:18).
And again, in 2 Corinthians 4:17-18, “For this light momentary affliction is preparing for us an eternal weight of glory beyond all comparison, as we look not to the things that are seen but to the things that are unseen. For the things that are seen are transient, but the things that are unseen are eternal.”
There is a hope that exists for the Christian, it is a gift given to the child who dies before the age of accountability, of eternal life that Jesus the Christ bought for us all.
He gives it freely to those who will turn and receive him as their savior and king. It’s a gift given freely, not earned, not merited by our actions, but received by a willing heart. And this life with God is good, sweeter than honey, and goes on in ways that are hard for our minds to grasp.
We can’t be so focused on the here and now that we miss the eternal. This life has good, no doubt, and we can give thanks for the blessings God gives us in this life. Yet, pain soberly reminds us this life is broken and points us to the reality that there is a better hope, a better place, a world we need to be setting our eyes on now. God calls us now, "Turn to me, turn while there is time" (Joel 2:12).
Because of the pain of this world, I now know the joys of a relationship with God in Jesus Christ. Pain has helped me grow and pushed me to know God. The offer is available to us all. We can have a peace during pain, a comfort amid sorrow, and a hope that is unshakable in the hardships of life.
Pastor Ben Douglass is the lead pastor at Faith Community Church on the Hilltop.
Keeping the Faith is a column featuring the perspectives of a variety of faith leaders from the Columbus area. | https://www.dispatch.com/story/lifestyle/faith/2022/08/08/column-pain-world-helps-us-focus-better-eternal-reality/10210569002/ | 2022-08-08T10:58:21Z | https://www.dispatch.com/story/lifestyle/faith/2022/08/08/column-pain-world-helps-us-focus-better-eternal-reality/10210569002/ | true | 1 |
WASHINGTON — In a recent closed-door meeting with leaders of the agency’s counterterrorism center, the CIA’s No. 2 official made clear that fighting al-Qaida and other extremist groups would remain a priority — but that the agency’s money and resources would be increasingly shifted to focusing on China.
The CIA drone attack that killed al-Qaida’s leader showed that fighting terrorism is hardly an afterthought. But it didn’t change the message the agency’s deputy director, David Cohen, delivered at that meeting weeks earlier: While the U.S. will continue to go after terrorists, the top priority is trying to better understand and counter Beijing.
One year after ending the war in Afghanistan, President Joe Biden and top national security officials speak less about counterterrorism and more about the political, economic and military threats posed by China as well as Russia. There’s been a quiet pivot within intelligence agencies, which are moving hundreds of officers to China-focused positions, including some who were previously working on terrorism.
The last week makes clear that the U.S. has to deal with both at the same time. Days after Ayman al-Zawahri was killed in Kabul, China staged large-scale military exercises and threatened to cut off contacts with the U.S. over House Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s visit to Taiwan.
The U.S. has long been alarmed by China’s growing political and economic ambitions. China has tried to influence foreign elections, mounted campaigns of cyber and corporate espionage, and detained millions of minority Uyghurs in camps. Some experts also think Beijing will in coming years try to seize the self-ruled democratic island of Taiwan by force.
Intelligence officials have said they need more insights on China, including after being unable to definitively pinpoint the cause of the COVID-19 pandemic. Beijing has been accused of withholding information about the origins of the virus.
And the war in Ukraine has underscored Russia’s importance as a target. The U.S. used declassified information to expose Russian President Vladimir Putin’s war plans before the invasion and rally diplomatic support for Kyiv.
Supporters of the Biden administration approach note that the U.S. was able to track and kill al-Zawahri is evidence of its capabilities to target threats in Afghanistan from abroad. Critics say the fact that al-Zawahri was living in Kabul, under the apparent protection of the Taliban, suggests there’s a resurgence of extremist groups that America is ill-equipped to counter.
The shift in priorities is supported by many former intelligence officers and lawmakers from both parties who say it’s overdue. That includes people who served in Afghanistan and other missions against al-Qaida and other terrorist groups.
Rep. Jason Crow, a former Army Ranger who served in Afghanistan and Iraq, said he believed the U.S. had been overly focused on counterterrorism over the last several years.
“A far greater existential threat is Russia and China,” said Crow, a Colorado Democrat who serves on the House Intelligence and Armed Services committees. Terrorist groups, he said, “will not destroy the American way of life … the way China can.”
CIA spokesperson Tammy Thorp noted that terrorism “remains a very real challenge.”
“Even as crises such as Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and strategic challenges such as that posed by the People’s Republic of China demand our attention, CIA will continue to aggressively track terrorist threats globally and work with partners to counter them,” Thorp said.
Congress has pushed the CIA and other intelligence agencies to make China a top priority, according to several people familiar with the matter who spoke on condition of anonymity to discuss sensitive intelligence matters. Pushing resources toward China has required cuts elsewhere, including in counterterrorism. Specific figures were unavailable because intelligence budgets are classified.
In particular, lawmakers want more information about China’s development in advanced technologies. Under President Xi Jinping, China has committed trillions of dollars in investment on quantum science, artificial intelligence and other technologies that are likely to disrupt how future wars are fought and economies are structured.
As part of the shift, congressional committees are trying to better track how intelligence agencies spend their funding on China, seeking more detail about how specific programs contribute to that mission, one person familiar with the matter said.
“We are late, but it’s good that we’re finally changing our focus into that region,” said Rep. Chris Stewart, a Utah Republican who serves on the House Intelligence Committee. “That means in people, in resources, in military assets, and in diplomacy.”
The CIA last year announced it would create two new “mission centers” — one on China, one on emerging technologies — to centralize and improve intelligence collection on those issues. The CIA is also trying to recruit more Chinese speakers and reduce wait times on security clearances to hire new people faster.
Inside the agency, many officers are learning Chinese and moving into new roles focused on China, though not all of those jobs require language training, people familiar with the matter said.
Officials note that intelligence officers are trained to adapt to new challenges and that many were moved more quickly into counterterrorism roles after the attacks of Sept. 11, 2001. Advances from counterterrorism work — including better use of data and different sources of intelligence to build networks and identify targets — are also useful in countering Russia and China, former officers said.
“It’s the analytics and targeting machine that has become extraordinary,” said Douglas Wise, a former CIA senior officer who was deputy chief of operations at the counterterrorism center.
The CIA’s Counterterrorism Center, renamed the Counterterrorism Mission Center in a 2015 reorganization, remains a point of pride for many people who credit its work for keeping Americans safe from terrorism after Sept. 11. CIA officers landed in Afghanistan on Sept. 26, 2001, and were part of operations to displace the Taliban and find and kill leaders of al-Qaida including Osama bin Laden.
And 13 years after a double agent tricked officers pursuing al-Zawahri and blew himself up, killing seven agency employees, the CIA killed him in a strike with no reported civilian casualties.
The CIA was also involved in some of the darkest moments of the fight against terrorism. It operated secret “black site” jails to hold terrorism suspects, some wrongly, and was found by a Senate investigation to have used interrogation methods that amounted to torture. Elite Afghan special operations units trained by the CIA were also accused of killing civilians and violating international law.
There’s long been a debate over whether counterterrorism pulled intelligence agencies too far away from traditional spying and whether some of the CIA’s work in targeting terrorists should instead be done by special forces under the military.
Marc Polymeropoulos is a retired CIA operations officer and former base chief in Afghanistan. He said he supports a greater focus on China and Russia but added, “There’s no reason to diminish what we had to do.”
“This notion that somehow all the CT work we did, somehow that was wrong, that we took our eye of the ball — just remember on Sept. 12 what everyone was feeling,” he said.
Re-orienting the agencies toward more of a focus on China and Russia will ultimately take years and require both patience and recognition that the agency’s culture will take time to change, Wise said.
“For decades, we have been doing counterterrorism,” Wise said. “We’ve got to have a rational plan to make this adaptation, which doesn’t take so long that our enemies can exploit a glacial process.” | https://www.thenationalherald.com/one-year-after-afghanistan-spy-agencies-pivot-toward-china/ | 2022-08-08T11:02:55Z | https://www.thenationalherald.com/one-year-after-afghanistan-spy-agencies-pivot-toward-china/ | false | 28 |
Lincoln National Corp raised its position in shares of Stryker Co. (NYSE:SYK – Get Rating) by 2.8% in the first quarter, according to its most recent disclosure with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The institutional investor owned 5,247 shares of the medical technology company’s stock after buying an additional 143 shares during the quarter. Lincoln National Corp’s holdings in Stryker were worth $1,403,000 at the end of the most recent quarter.
A number of other hedge funds also recently bought and sold shares of the company. Parthenon LLC increased its holdings in shares of Stryker by 0.7% in the 1st quarter. Parthenon LLC now owns 41,178 shares of the medical technology company’s stock valued at $11,009,000 after purchasing an additional 285 shares during the period. Checchi Capital Advisers LLC increased its holdings in shares of Stryker by 8.0% in the 1st quarter. Checchi Capital Advisers LLC now owns 3,263 shares of the medical technology company’s stock valued at $872,000 after purchasing an additional 241 shares during the period. SeaBridge Investment Advisors LLC increased its holdings in shares of Stryker by 4.1% in the 1st quarter. SeaBridge Investment Advisors LLC now owns 13,253 shares of the medical technology company’s stock valued at $3,543,000 after purchasing an additional 522 shares during the period. Mitsubishi UFJ Kokusai Asset Management Co. Ltd. increased its holdings in shares of Stryker by 8.1% in the 1st quarter. Mitsubishi UFJ Kokusai Asset Management Co. Ltd. now owns 178,695 shares of the medical technology company’s stock valued at $47,774,000 after purchasing an additional 13,337 shares during the period. Finally, AdvisorShares Investments LLC increased its holdings in shares of Stryker by 9.3% in the 1st quarter. AdvisorShares Investments LLC now owns 5,217 shares of the medical technology company’s stock valued at $1,395,000 after purchasing an additional 446 shares during the period. 74.52% of the stock is owned by hedge funds and other institutional investors.
Stryker Trading Up 0.7 %
Shares of SYK stock opened at $215.79 on Monday. Stryker Co. has a 12 month low of $188.84 and a 12 month high of $281.16. The company has a quick ratio of 1.15, a current ratio of 2.00 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.85. The business’s 50 day moving average is $207.39 and its two-hundred day moving average is $236.95. The company has a market cap of $81.60 billion, a PE ratio of 39.74, a price-to-earnings-growth ratio of 2.62 and a beta of 1.03.
Stryker Dividend Announcement
The firm also recently disclosed a quarterly dividend, which will be paid on Monday, October 31st. Stockholders of record on Friday, September 30th will be given a $0.695 dividend. The ex-dividend date is Thursday, September 29th. This represents a $2.78 annualized dividend and a dividend yield of 1.29%. Stryker’s dividend payout ratio is 51.20%.
Wall Street Analysts Forecast Growth
A number of equities analysts have recently weighed in on the company. Cowen dropped their target price on Stryker from $305.00 to $233.00 and set an “outperform” rating on the stock in a report on Friday, July 22nd. BTIG Research dropped their target price on Stryker from $278.00 to $244.00 and set a “buy” rating on the stock in a report on Monday, July 18th. TheStreet downgraded Stryker from a “b” rating to a “c+” rating in a report on Monday, May 2nd. Deutsche Bank Aktiengesellschaft downgraded Stryker from a “buy” rating to a “hold” rating and dropped their price objective for the stock from $285.00 to $205.00 in a report on Thursday, July 21st. Finally, Piper Sandler dropped their price objective on Stryker from $290.00 to $250.00 and set an “overweight” rating on the stock in a report on Wednesday, July 27th. Six research analysts have rated the stock with a hold rating and ten have issued a buy rating to the company’s stock. According to MarketBeat, Stryker presently has a consensus rating of “Moderate Buy” and an average price target of $256.00.
Stryker Profile
Stryker Corporation operates as a medical technology company. The company operates through two segments, MedSurg and Neurotechnology, and Orthopaedics and Spine. The Orthopaedics and Spine segment provides implants for use in hip and knee joint replacements, and trauma and extremities surgeries. This segment also offers spinal implant products comprising cervical, thoracolumbar, and interbody systems that are used in spinal injury, deformity, and degenerative therapies.
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Drying out this week
Lower temperatures & dew points
Key Takeaways
- Rain moving out this morning
- Temps & dew points dropping today
- Mainly quiet the rest of the week
MADISON, Wis. (WMTV) - Thankfully, our round of rain overnight was slightly less potent than expected. The main flooding concern this morning was for parts of Green and Lafayette counties, where they’re estimated to have picked up around 1-2 inches last night after about 2-4 inches yesterday. A cold front is ushering the rain out of the region and bringing in cooler temperatures.
Temperatures will actually be dropping through the day today: we’ll top out in the low 70s this morning, cooling to the upper 60s this afternoon. Dew points will be following a similar trend so even though it feels muggy this morning, we’ll be more comfortable this afternoon.
Skies will begin to clear overnight as high pressure moves in, and that high will keep our skies clear through most of the upcoming week. Temperatures will mainly be on the cooler side through the next 7 days, only reaching the mid to upper 70s. The warmest day will be Wednesday, with highs in the mid-80s with a slight chance for a few showers and storms Wednesday night. Enjoy the comfortable week ahead!
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Final preparations for Jersey's Battle of Flowers
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Final preparations are taking place ahead of Jersey's 2022 Battle of Flowers.
This year the event is celebrating its 120th anniversary.
Twenty-two floats will take part, with themes including Alice in Wonderland, Mary Poppins, pirates and princesses.
The Battle of Flowers will officially start when this year's special guest, the Bailiff of Jersey, Sir Timothy Le Cocq, follows tradition and shouts: "Let Battle Commence!"
Competitors fight for the coveted awards of Prix d'Honneur, Prix d'Excellence and Grand Prix des Fleurs.
Spectators are also given the chance to award their favourite junior and senior floats.
On Friday evening, the floats take part in the Moonlight Parade, adorned with thousands of coloured lights.
120th Anniversary
The Battle of Flowers started 120 years ago to mark a Royal Coronation.
It was intended as a one-off celebration, but is now considered as one of the largest floral carnivals in Europe.
The Battle of Flowers was cancelled during World War One, World War Two and the Nazi occupation of the Channel Islands.
Most recently the battle was forced to take two years off because of the coronavirus pandemic.
Organisers have reported positive ticket sales for the 2022 battle, as well as the Moonlight Parade.
The Battle of Flowers Parade starts at 14:30 BST on Thursday, and, on Friday, the Moonlight Parade starts at 21:00. | https://www.bbc.com/news/world-europe-jersey-62463795 | 2022-08-08T11:07:19Z | https://www.bbc.com/news/world-europe-jersey-62463795 | false | 2 |
Strong Net Sales Growth of 19.4% Fueled by Pricing of 17.7% and Volume Improvement of 2.1%
Snacking & Beverages Division Delivered 9.0% Volume/Mix Growth in the Quarter, Supported by the Acceleration in Private Label Demand
Raises Fiscal 2022 Net Sales Guidance to Mid-to-High Teens Growth, Largely Driven by Pricing Actions to Recover Inflation; Reaffirms Adjusted EBITDA Guidance
HIGHLIGHTS
- Net loss from continuing operations was $(30.6) million or (2.6)% for the second quarter of 2022.
- Adjusted EBITDA from continuing operations1 was $66.5 million or 5.6% for the second quarter of 2022, which improved by 60 basis points sequentially, in line with guidance.
- TreeHouse raises its full year 2022 net sales guidance to mid-to-high teens growth year-over-year, and reaffirms expectations for adjusted EBITDA2 in the range of $385 to $415 million.
OAK BROOK, Ill., Aug. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- TreeHouse Foods, Inc. (NYSE: THS) today reported net sales of $1.20 billion which increased 19.4% compared to the second quarter of 2021. Net loss from continuing operations of $(30.6) million compared to $(5.2) million for the second quarter of 2021. Adjusted earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization ("EBITDA") from continuing operations1 was $66.5 million in the second quarter of 2022 compared to $92.6 million in the second quarter of 2021.
"I'm incredibly proud of our TreeHouse team as we delivered strong top-line results, reflecting the impact of our pricing and our ability to capture incremental volume in Snacking & Beverages," said Steve Oakland, CEO and President. "The value proposition of private label is becoming increasingly important as consumers navigate this inflationary environment. In addition, the breadth of the retail landscape, improved quality and assortment, and our customers' strategic commitment to private label are driving trial and share gains. Our unwavering focus on the customer over the last several years positions us well to build on this momentum to drive growth and profitability."
"Our second quarter performance was very much in line with expectations," said Patrick O'Donnell, Interim Chief Financial Officer and Chief Accounting Officer. "We are encouraged by robust demand for private label food and beverage and we are working diligently to improve service and execute pricing to recover inflation. Despite ongoing challenges related to labor and materials availability, we continue to make gradual progress toward improving profitability and believe we are on track to deliver our full-year guidance."
OUTLOOK2
TreeHouse updated its guidance for fiscal 2022 as follows:
- Raised net sales growth to mid-to-high teens, primarily driven by pricing actions to recover inflation, and low single digit volume growth, as strengthening private label demand will be offset in part by labor and material availability.
- Reaffirmed adjusted EBITDA of $385 to $415 million, up approximately 5% year-over-year at the midpoint. The cadence of earnings is expected to be weighted toward the second half of the year, as we expect the impact of labor and supply chain disruption on our profitability and volume to be most prominent in the first half.
With regard to the cadence for the remainder of the year:
- TreeHouse expects between 50 and 100 basis points of sequential improvement in adjusted EBITDA margin in the third quarter.
- The Company has continued to work collaboratively with its customers to communicate and implement additional pricing to recover further inflation. These pricing actions will be effective late in the third quarter.
- TreeHouse believes the labor and supply chain environment will continue to be challenging in the back half of the year. Service levels will remain pressured as the Company's efforts and investment to mitigate disruption are expected to drive gradual progress.
- Fourth quarter adjusted EBITDA margin improvement is expected to be driven by additional pricing, peak seasonality, and continued efforts to mitigate labor and supply chain disruption.
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1 Adjusted earnings per diluted share from continuing operations, adjusted EBIT, adjusted EBITDA, adjusted net (loss) income, free cash flow and organic net sales are non-GAAP financial measures. See "Comparison of Adjusted Information to GAAP Information" for the definitions of the Non-GAAP measures, information concerning certain items affecting comparability, and reconciliations of GAAP to Non-GAAP measures.
2 The Company is not able to reconcile prospective adjusted EBITDA or adjusted EBITDA margin, which are Non-GAAP financial measures to the most comparable GAAP financial measures without unreasonable effort due to the inherent uncertainty and difficulty of predicting the occurrence, financial impact, and timing of certain items impacting GAAP results. These items include, but are not limited to, mark-to-market adjustments of derivative contracts, foreign currency exchange on the re-measurement of intercompany notes, or other non-recurring events or transactions that may significantly affect reported GAAP results.
SECOND QUARTER 2022 FINANCIAL RESULTS
Net Sales — Net sales for the second quarter of 2022 totaled $1,197.6 million compared to $1,003.2 million for the same period last year, an increase of $194.4 million, or 19.4%. The change in net sales from 2021 to 2022 was due to the following:
The net sales increase of 19.4% was primarily driven by favorable pricing to partially recover commodity and freight cost inflation and increased volume within the Snacking & Beverages segment due to growing demand in private label as the consumer seeks lower priced alternatives in the inflationary environment. This was partially offset by labor and supply chain disruption, which constrained our ability to service demand.
Gross Profit — Gross profit as a percentage of net sales was 13.5% in the second quarter of 2022, compared to 16.6% in the second quarter of 2021, a decrease of 3.1 percentage points. The decrease is primarily due to incremental costs related to labor and supply chain disruption and inbound freight costs and commodity inflation, which was partially offset by favorable pricing actions to recover inflation. The declines were partially offset by favorable category mix, favorable fixed cost overhead absorption due to higher volume, and lower costs for purchases of personal protective equipment for employees and additional sanitation measures.
Total Operating Expenses — Total operating expenses were $183.6 million in the second quarter of 2022 compared to $162.0 million in the second quarter of 2021, an increase of $21.6 million. The increase is primarily attributable to professional fees of $19.5 million in connection with its portfolio optimization strategy and higher outbound freight costs of $12.6 million due to freight cost inflation and lower utilization of full truck load shipments due to supply chain disruption. This was partially offset by lower spend in our strategic growth initiatives and other restructuring programs, which consisted mostly of lower severance and professional fees, and lower integration costs associated with the 2020 pasta acquisition.
Total Other Expense (Income) — Total other expense (income) was $11.9 million in the second quarter of 2022 compared to $10.7 million in the second quarter of 2021, an increase of $1.2 million. The increase was primarily due to unfavorable foreign currency exchange rate impacts between the U.S. and Canadian dollar currency during the second quarter of 2022 when compared to the second quarter of 2021 and a higher average interest rate reflecting the year-over-year increase in LIBOR. This was partially offset by favorable non-cash mark-to-market impacts from hedging activities, largely driven by interest rate swaps.
Income Taxes — Income taxes were recognized at an effective rate of 8.9% in the second quarter of 2022 compared to 21.2% recognized in the second quarter of 2021. The change in the Company's effective tax rate is primarily driven by the estimated amount of annual pre-tax earnings, a change in the income tax benefit from the release of tax reserves, and withholding taxes accrued in 2022.
Net (Loss) Income from Continuing Operations and Adjusted EBITDA — Net loss from continuing operations for the second quarter of 2022 was $30.6 million, compared to $5.2 million for the same period of the previous year. Adjusted EBITDA1 from continuing operations was $66.5 million in the second quarter of 2022, a 28.2% decrease compared to the second quarter of 2021. The decrease in adjusted EBITDA was primarily due to incremental costs related to labor and supply chain disruption and commodity and freight cost inflation, which was partially offset by favorable pricing actions to recover inflation. The declines were partially offset by favorable category mix and favorable fixed cost overhead absorption due to higher volume.
Discontinued Operations — Net income from discontinued operations decreased $12.4 million in the second quarter of 2022 compared to the second quarter of 2021. The decrease is due to the completion of the sale of the Ready-to-eat Cereal business on June 1, 2021.
Net Cash Used In Operating Activities From Continuing Operations — Cash used in operating activities from continuing operations was $26.6 million in the first six months of 2022 compared to $44.0 million in the first six months of 2021, a decrease in cash used of $17.4 million. The decrease was primarily attributable to an increase in cash flow from accounts payable due to improved working capital management, lower incentive compensation paid in the first quarter of 2022 compared to the first quarter of 2021 based on prior year performance, lower cash paid on interest due to debt refinancing in 2021, and an increase in cash flows from the Receivables Sales Program. This was partially offset by lower cash earnings, which reflect the impact of commodity and freight cost inflation. Working capital changes have been impacted by higher sales as a result of price increases in response to commodity and freight cost inflation, which have increased receivables and inventories. The Company's working capital management emphasis continues to be focused on driving faster collection of receivables and extending vendor terms.
SECOND QUARTER 2022 SEGMENT RESULTS
The change in net sales by segment from the second quarter of 2021 to the second quarter of 2022 was due to the following:
Meal Preparation
Net sales in the Meal Preparation segment increased $118.3 million, or 18.3%, in the second quarter of 2022 compared to the second quarter of 2021. The increase in net sales was primarily driven by favorable pricing to partially recover commodity and freight cost inflation. This was partially offset by lower volume due to labor and supply chain constraints.
Direct operating income as a percentage of net sales decreased 2.8 percentage points in the second quarter of 2022 compared to the second quarter of 2021. This decrease was primarily due to incremental costs related to labor and supply chain disruption and freight cost and commodity inflation, which was partially offset by favorable pricing actions to recover inflation. These declines were partially offset by favorable category mix and lower marketing spend.
Snacking & Beverages
Net sales in the Snacking & Beverages segment increased $76.1 million, or 21.4%, in the second quarter of 2022 compared to the second quarter of 2021. The increase in net sales was primarily driven by favorable pricing to partially recover commodity and freight cost inflation. Increasing private label demand resulted in strong category performance as the consumer seeks lower priced alternatives in the inflationary environment. However, volume growth was partially muted due to labor and supply chain disruption.
Direct operating income as a percentage of net sales decreased 1.4 percentage points in the second quarter of 2022 compared to the second quarter of 2021. The decrease was primarily due to incremental costs related to labor and supply chain disruption and freight cost and commodity inflation, which was partially offset by favorable pricing actions to recover inflation. The decrease was partially offset by favorable volume, category mix, and favorable fixed cost overhead absorption due to higher volume.
YEAR TO DATE 2022 SEGMENT RESULTS
The change in net sales from the first six months of 2021 to the first six months of 2022 was due to the following:
CONFERENCE CALL WEBCAST
A webcast to discuss the Company's second quarter earnings will be held at 8:30 a.m. (Eastern Time) today. The live audio webcast and a supporting slide deck will be available on the Company's website at www.treehousefoods.com/investors/investor-overview/default.aspx
DISCONTINUED OPERATIONS
Beginning in the third quarter of 2019, the Company determined that its Ready-to-eat Cereal business met the discontinued operations criteria and, as such, the business has been excluded from continuing operations and segment results for all periods presented. On June 1, 2021, the Company completed the sale of its Ready-to-eat Cereal business.
COMPARISON OF ADJUSTED INFORMATION TO GAAP INFORMATION
The Company has included in this release measures of financial performance that are not defined by GAAP ("Non-GAAP"). A Non-GAAP financial measure is a numerical measure of financial performance that excludes or includes amounts so as to be different than the most directly comparable measure calculated and presented in accordance with GAAP in the Company's Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets, Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations, Condensed Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income (Loss), Condensed Consolidated Statements of Stockholders' Equity, and the Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows. The Company believes these measures provide useful information to the users of the financial statements as we also have included these measures in other communications and publications.
For each of these Non-GAAP financial measures, the Company provides a reconciliation between the most directly comparable GAAP measure and the Non-GAAP measure, an explanation of why management believes the Non-GAAP measure provides useful information to financial statement users, and any additional purposes for which management uses the Non-GAAP measure. This Non-GAAP financial information is provided as additional information for the financial statement users and is not in accordance with, or an alternative to, GAAP. These Non-GAAP measures may be different from similar measures used by other companies.
Organic Net Sales
Organic net sales is defined as net sales excluding the impacts of acquisitions, divestitures, and foreign currency. This information is provided in order to allow investors to make meaningful comparisons of the Company's sales between periods and to view the Company's business from the same perspective as Company management.
Adjusted Earnings Per Diluted Share from Continuing Operations, Adjusting for Certain Items Affecting Comparability
Adjusted (loss) earnings per diluted share from continuing operations ("adjusted diluted EPS") reflects adjustments to GAAP loss per diluted share from continuing operations to identify items that, in management's judgment, significantly affect the assessment of earnings results between periods. This information is provided in order to allow investors to make meaningful comparisons of the Company's earnings performance between periods and to view the Company's business from the same perspective as Company management. As the Company cannot predict the timing and amount of charges that include, but are not limited to, items such as divestiture, acquisition, integration, and related costs, mark-to-market adjustments on derivative contracts, foreign currency exchange impact on the re-measurement of intercompany notes, growth, reinvestment, and restructuring programs, impairment of assets, the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, and other items that may arise from time to time that would impact comparability, management does not consider these costs when evaluating the Company's performance, when making decisions regarding the allocation of resources, in determining incentive compensation, or in determining earnings estimates. The reconciliation of the GAAP measure of diluted loss per share from continuing operations as presented in the Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations, excluding certain items affecting comparability, to adjusted diluted (loss) earnings per share from continuing operations is presented below.
Adjusted Net (Loss) Income from Continuing Operations, Adjusted EBIT from Continuing Operations, Adjusted EBITDA from Continuing Operations, Adjusted EBITDAS from Continuing Operations, Adjusted Net (Loss) Income Margin from Continuing Operations, Adjusted EBIT Margin from Continuing Operations, Adjusted EBITDA Margin from Continuing Operations, and Adjusted EBITDAS Margin from Continuing Operations, Adjusting for Certain Items Affecting Comparability
Adjusted net (loss) income from continuing operations represents GAAP net loss from continuing operations as reported in the Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations adjusted for items that, in management's judgment, significantly affect the assessment of earnings results between periods as outlined in the adjusted diluted EPS from continuing operations section above. This information is provided in order to allow investors to make meaningful comparisons of the Company's earnings performance between periods and to view the Company's business from the same perspective as Company management. This measure is also used as a component of the Board of Directors' measurement of the Company's performance for incentive compensation purposes and is the basis of calculating the adjusted diluted EPS from continuing operations metric outlined above.
Adjusted EBIT from continuing operations represents adjusted net (loss) income from continuing operations before interest expense, interest income, and income tax expense. Adjusted EBITDA from continuing operations represents adjusted net (loss) income from continuing operations before interest expense, interest income, income tax expense, and depreciation and amortization expense. Adjusted EBITDAS from continuing operations represents adjusted EBITDA from continuing operations before non-cash stock-based compensation expense. Adjusted EBIT from continuing operations, adjusted EBITDA from continuing operations, and adjusted EBITDAS from continuing operations are performance measures commonly used by management to assess operating performance, and the Company believes they are commonly reported and widely used by investors and other interested parties as a measure of a company's operating performance between periods.
Adjusted net (loss) income margin from continuing operations, adjusted EBIT margin from continuing operations, adjusted EBITDA margin from continuing operations, and adjusted EBITDAS margin from continuing operations are calculated as the respective metric defined above as a percentage of net sales as reported in the Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations adjusted for items that, in management's judgment, significantly affect the assessment of earnings results between periods as outlined in the adjusted diluted EPS from continuing operations section above.
A full reconciliation between the relevant GAAP measure of reported net loss from continuing operations for the three and six month periods ended June 30, 2022 and 2021 calculated according to GAAP, adjusted net (loss) income from continuing operations, adjusted EBIT from continuing operations, adjusted EBITDA from continuing operations, and adjusted EBITDAS from continuing operations is presented in the attached tables. Given the inherent uncertainty regarding adjusted items in any future period, a reconciliation of forward-looking financial measures to the most directly comparable GAAP measure is not feasible.
Free Cash Flow from Continuing Operations
In addition to measuring the Company's cash flow generation and usage based upon the operating, investing, and financing classifications included in the Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows, we also measure free cash flow from continuing operations, which represents net cash used in operating activities from continuing operations less capital expenditures. The Company believes free cash flow is an important measure of operating performance because it provides management and investors a measure of cash generated from operations that is available for mandatory payment obligations and investment opportunities such as funding acquisitions, repaying debt, repurchasing public debt, and repurchasing common stock. A reconciliation between the relevant GAAP measure of cash used in operating activities from continuing operations for the six months ended June 30, 2022 and 2021 calculated according to GAAP and free cash flow from continuing operations is presented in the attached tables.
ABOUT TREEHOUSE FOODS
TreeHouse Foods, Inc. is a leading manufacturer and distributor of private label foods and beverages in North America. We operate in 29 product categories across two divisions and have approximately 40 production facilities across North America and Italy. Across our diverse portfolio, we offer better-for-you, natural and organic products and hold a private label leadership position across many of our categories. Our purpose is to make high quality food and beverages affordable to all. Our vision is to be the undisputed solutions leader for our custom brands. Our mission is to create value as our customers' preferred manufacturing and distribution partner, providing thought leadership, superior innovation, and a relentless focus on execution. Our long-term strategic objective is to build a company that is well positioned to deliver long-term sustainable growth and create value for our shareholders, as enabled by our two-segment structure.
Additional information, including TreeHouse's most recent statements on Forms 10-Q and 10-K, may be found at TreeHouse's website, http://www.treehousefoods.com.
FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS
This press release contains "forward-looking" statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements and other information are based on our beliefs, as well as assumptions made by us, using information currently available. The words "believe," "estimate," "project," "expect," "anticipate," "plan," "intend," "foresee," "should," "would," "could," and similar expressions, as they relate to us, are intended to identify forward-looking statements. Such statements reflect our current views with respect to future events and are subject to certain risks, uncertainties, and assumptions. Should one or more of these risks or uncertainties materialize, or should underlying assumptions prove incorrect, actual results may vary materially from those described herein as anticipated, believed, estimated, expected, or intended. We do not intend to update these forward-looking statements following the date of this press release. Furthermore, to the extent that we effect a divestiture of a significant portion of our Meal Preparation Business in connection with our ongoing strategic review process, our future results of operations will be impacted by such divestiture.
Such forward-looking statements, because they relate to future events, are by their very nature subject to many important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those contemplated by the forward-looking statements contained in this press release and other public statements we make. Such factors include, but are not limited to: the current status our efforts to divest of a significant portion of our Meal Preparation Business; the impact that any such divestiture might have on the Company's operations; risks related to the impact of the ongoing COVID-19 outbreak on our business, suppliers, consumers, customers, and employees; the success of our growth, reinvestment, and restructuring programs; our level of indebtedness and related obligations; disruptions in the financial markets; interest rates; changes in foreign currency exchange rates; customer concentration and consolidation; raw material and commodity costs; competition; loss of key suppliers; disruptions or inefficiencies in our supply chain and/or operations, including from the ongoing COVID-19 outbreak; our ability to continue to make acquisitions and execute on divestitures in accordance with our business strategy or effectively manage the growth from acquisitions; impairment of goodwill or long lived assets; changes and developments affecting our industry, including consumer preferences; the outcome of litigation and regulatory proceedings to which we may be a party; product recalls; changes in laws and regulations applicable to us; shareholder activism; disruptions in or failures of our information technology systems; disruptions resulting from the announcement of the exploration of strategic alternatives; changes in weather conditions, climate changes, and natural disasters; labor strikes or work stoppages; multiemployer pension plans; labor shortages and increased competition for labor; and other risks that are set forth in the Risk Factors section, the Legal Proceedings section, the Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations section, and other sections of our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2021, and from time to time in our filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC"). You are cautioned not to unduly rely on such forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date made when evaluating the information presented in this press release. TreeHouse expressly disclaims any obligation or undertaking to disseminate any updates or revisions to any forward-looking statement contained herein, to reflect any change in its expectations with regard thereto, or any other change in events, conditions or circumstances on which any statement is based.
The reconciliation of adjusted diluted EPS from continuing operations, excluding certain items affecting comparability, to the relevant GAAP measure of diluted EPS from continuing operations as presented in the Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations, is as follows:
During the three and six months ended June 30, 2022 and 2021, the Company entered into transactions that affected the year-over-year comparison of its financial results from continuing operations as follows:
The tax impact on adjusting items is calculated based upon the tax laws and statutory tax rates applicable in the tax jurisdiction of the underlying Non-GAAP adjustments.
The following table reconciles the Company's net loss from continuing operations to adjusted net (loss) income from continuing operations, adjusted EBIT from continuing operations, adjusted EBITDA from continuing operations, and adjusted EBITDAS from continuing operations for the three and six months ended June 30, 2022 and 2021:
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Innovative cancer therapy company to leverage Colorado bioscience talent resources
DENVER, Aug. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- ViewRay, Inc. (Nasdaq: VRAY), a medical device company that designs, manufactures, and markets the MRIdian® radiation therapy system, announced today that it is moving its headquarters to Denver, Colorado as it continues to attract top-tier talent from the state's growing medical technology sector. Event details to follow:
Remarks by:
- Jared Polis, Governor, State of Colorado
- Michael Hancock, Mayor, City of Denver
- Scott Drake, President & CEO, ViewRay
In mid-2019, ViewRay established an office in Denver starting with fewer than ten teammates. ViewRay's presence in Denver has now grown to over 50 teammates with the expansion of the company's international marketing, finance, and legal teams. ViewRay is one of the fastest growing companies in the med-tech sector with plans for considerable growth in Denver.
ViewRay expects to continue expanding its Denver team with additional high-paying roles in product development, manufacturing, and quality and, in 2023, the company plans to add another building focused on development, manufacturing, and physician training.
Colorado is home to a robust bioscience industry making the Mile High City an ideal location to do business and introduce clinicians to life saving radiation therapy. According to Colorado Bioscience Association:
- Colorado is home to 720 life sciences companies and organizations.
- More than 32,000 people are directly employed by the bioscience industry, averaging a $96,000 annual salary.
- Metro Denver has the 8th largest medical device sector across the U.S.
Over the past 20 years, ViewRay's CEO, Scott Drake, and the ViewRay executive team, have created over 3,000 med tech jobs in Colorado.
"We are proud to welcome ViewRay headquarters to Colorado, an exciting move that brings good-paying jobs to Coloradans," said Gov. Polis. "As we continue to save people money and support small businesses, Colorado remains the best place to live, work, and do business."
"ViewRay relocating to Denver will create more opportunity for our tech-sector talent base and continue to elevate our community as a center for healthcare innovation. Guided by the values of a healthy community and healthy community-engagement, we couldn't be prouder that they've chosen our great city to realize their ambitious mission to improve cancer treatment technology and ultimately, save thousands of lives," Denver Mayor Michael B. Hancock said.
"ViewRay is excited that Colorado will be the international headquarters for this innovative cancer therapy. The state is a magnet for talented professionals and academics in our field and is fast becoming a center of the international bioscience industry," said Scott Drake President and CEO of ViewRay. "We look forward to growing as a company, but more importantly, we are committed to conquering cancer by re-envisioning radiation therapy because lives depend on it. Patients deserve short-course non-invasive therapy with fewer side effects and better quality of life, whether they face complex or more common forms of cancer. ViewRay is committed to delivering that to every patient who requires treatment."
About MRIdian
Radiation therapy treatment works by delivering radiation to tumor sites. However, clinicians must limit the amount of radiation given to the tumor to preserve surrounding healthy tissue and organs. With conventional technology, clinicians do so by spreading the amount of radiation given over several weeks bringing the patient in for 20-30-40 treatments. In short, they are confronted with a trade-off between safety and effectiveness; as well as quality of life based on treatment schedule.
The MRIdian system provides oncologists outstanding anatomical visualization through diagnostic-quality MR images and the ability to adapt a radiation therapy plan to the targeted cancer with the patient on the table. This combination allows physicians to define tight treatment margins to avoid unnecessary radiation exposure of vulnerable organs-at-risk and healthy tissue and allows the delivery of ablative radiation doses in five or fewer treatment sessions, without relying on implanted markers. By providing real-time continuous tracking of the target and organs-at-risk, MRIdian enables automatic gating of the radiation beam if the target moves outside the user-defined margins. This allows for delivery of the prescribed dose to the target, while sparing surrounding healthy tissue and critical structures, which results in minimizing toxicities typically associated with conventional radiation therapy.
Nearly 25,000 patients have been treated with MRIdian. Currently, 53 MRIdian systems are installed at hospitals around the world where they are used to treat a wide variety of solid tumors and are the focus of numerous ongoing research efforts. MRIdian has been the subject of hundreds of peer-reviewed publications, scientific meeting abstracts, and presentations. For a list of treatment centers, please visit: https://viewray.com/find-mridian-mri-guided-radiation-therapy/
About ViewRay
ViewRay, Inc. (Nasdaq: VRAY) designs, manufactures, and markets the MRIdian MRI-Guided Radiation Therapy System. MRIdian is built upon a proprietary high-definition MR imaging system designed from the ground up to address the unique challenges and clinical workflow for advanced radiation oncology. Unlike MR systems used in diagnostic radiology, MRIdian's high-definition MR was purpose-built to address specific challenges, including beam distortion, skin toxicity, and other concerns that potentially may arise when high magnetic fields interact with radiation beams. ViewRay and MRIdian are registered trademarks of ViewRay, Inc.
Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act. Statements in this press release that are not purely historical are forward-looking statements. Such forward-looking statements include, among other things, ViewRay's financial guidance for the full year 2022, anticipated future orders, anticipated future operating and financial performance, treatment results, therapy adoption, innovation, and the performance of the MRIdian systems. Actual results could differ from those projected in any forward-looking statements due to numerous factors. Such factors include, among others, the ability to commercialize the MRIdian Linac System, demand for ViewRay's products, the ability to convert backlog into revenue, the timing of delivery of ViewRay's products, the timing, length, and severity of the COVID-19 pandemic, including its impacts across our businesses on demand, our operations and global supply chains, the results and other uncertainties associated with clinical trials, the ability to raise the additional funding needed to continue to pursue ViewRay's business and product development plans, the inherent uncertainties associated with developing new products or technologies, competition in the industry in which ViewRay operates, and overall market conditions. For a further description of the risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ from those expressed in these forward-looking statements, as well as risks relating to ViewRay's business in general, see ViewRay's current and future reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including its Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2021 and its Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q, as updated periodically with the Company's other filings with the SEC. These forward-looking statements are made as of the date of this press release, and ViewRay assumes no obligation to update the forward-looking statements, or to update the reasons why actual results could differ from those projected in the forward-looking statements, except as required by law.
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There is no other hypothesis within the party than the implementation of the government rotation next year, according to the protocol of the governing coalition, on Monday said the National Liberal Party (PNL)'s spokesman Ionut Stroe.
"The idea of government rotation is included in a commitment made by the PNL to the formation of the governing coalition. PNL respects its commitments, and the protocol on which the current coalition is based is no exception. There is no hypothesis in the party today other than the implementation of the rotation next year, according to protocol," Stroe wrote on Facebook.
He stressed that any topic of such importance is discussed in the coalition, before any kind of public statements.
"It is a difficult period for the country, in which the government must be treated with responsibility and seriousness," the liberal added.
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Area residents of all ages enjoyed the Kendall County Fair held Aug. 4-7 on the fair grounds off Route 71 just west of Route 47 in Yorkville. The fair included a livestock show, country music, truck and tractor pulls, 4-H exhibits and a speed show.
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- Net sales in the third quarter of $728.0 million, with organic growth of 3.8% primarily due to pricing actions.1
- Earnings per share of $0.73 and Adjusted Earnings per share of $0.77, up 4% compared to prior year.1
- Adjusted EBITDA for the quarter of $145.5 million, versus $144.4 million in the prior year.1
ST. LOUIS, Aug. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Energizer Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: ENR) today announced results for the third fiscal quarter ended June 30, 2022.
"We delivered another solid quarter as pricing actions and consistent operational execution generated strong organic revenue growth and gross margin improvement," said Mark LaVigne, Chief Executive Officer. "Despite a continued volatile operating environment, we are seeing the strength and resiliency of our brands driving benefits across the business, and the actions we're taking to rebuild margin are gaining momentum. Our investments in innovation, productivity, and digital transformation are paying dividends and we continue to build a solid foundation for future growth."
Top-Line Performance
For the quarter, we had Net sales of $728.0 million compared to $721.8 million in the prior year period.
- Organic Net sales increased 3.8% primarily driven by the following items:
Gross Margin
Gross margin on a reported basis was 39.0% versus 37.9% in the prior year. Excluding the current year costs from the flooding of our Brazilian manufacturing facility and exiting the Russian market, and the prior year costs related to acquisition and integration, adjusted gross margin was 40.4%, an improvement of 120 basis points from the prior year.
The gross margin increase was largely driven by the positive impact of executed price increases in battery and auto care partially offset by a continuation of higher operating costs, including transportation, material and labor, consistent with ongoing inflationary trends and negative currency impacts.
Selling, General and Administrative Expense (SG&A)
SG&A for the third quarter was 16.3% of net sales, or $118.9 million, compared to 14.8%, or $106.6 million in the prior year excluding acquisition and integration costs and acquisition earn out. The increase was primarily driven by environmental costs related to a legacy facility, recycling fees, and IT spending related to our investment in digital transformation.(1)
Advertising and Promotion Expense (A&P)
A&P was 5.3% of net sales for the third fiscal quarter, compared to 6.1% in the prior year, or a $5.6 million decline.
The improvement in Adjusted EBITDA and Adjusted diluted net earnings per common share for the quarter reflect the positive impact of price increases from both segments as well as the lower A&P investment spending. This improvement was partially offset by higher input costs and higher SG&A. Adjusted diluted net earnings per common share benefited from lower taxes partially offset by higher interest expense in the current quarter as well.
Capital Allocation
Common stock dividend payments in the quarter of approximately $21.3 million, or $0.30 per common share.
Financial Outlook and Assumptions for Fiscal Year 2022(1)
We have delivered solid year to date results on both the top and bottom line through pricing actions and consistent operational execution, which we expect to result in Net Sales, Adjusted EBITDA and Adjusted earnings per share performance within the ranges of our initial full year outlook. However, we expect the impact of a rapidly appreciating US dollar and our exit from the Russia market to result in approximately $20 million, or $0.22 per share, of headwinds in the second half of the year based on current rates. Inclusive of these impacts, we are now expecting full year Adjusted EBITDA and Adjusted earnings per share to be at the lower end of our previously provided outlooks of $560 million to $590 million and $3.00 to $3.30, respectively.
Webcast Information
In conjunction with this announcement, the Company will hold an investor conference call beginning at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time today. The call will focus on third fiscal quarter earnings and recent trends in the business. All interested parties may access a live webcast of this conference call at www.energizerholdings.com, under "Investors" and "Events and Presentations" tabs or by using the following link:
For those unable to participate during the live webcast, a replay will be available on www.energizerholdings.com, under "Investors," "Events and Presentations," and "Past Events" tabs.
This document contains both historical and forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are not based on historical facts but instead reflect our expectations, estimates or projections concerning future results or events, including, without limitation, the future sales, gross margins, costs, earnings, cash flows, tax rates and performance of the Company, as well as the Company's entrance into an accelerated share repurchase program. These statements generally can be identified by the use of forward-looking words or phrases such as "believe," "expect," "expectation," "anticipate," "may," "could," "intend," "belief," "estimate," "plan," "target," "predict," "likely," "should," "forecast," "outlook," or other similar words or phrases. These statements are not guarantees of performance and are inherently subject to known and unknown risks, uncertainties and assumptions that are difficult to predict and could cause our actual results to differ materially from those indicated by those statements. We cannot assure you that any of our expectations, estimates or projections will be achieved. The forward-looking statements included in this document are only made as of the date of this document and we disclaim any obligation to publicly update any forward-looking statement to reflect subsequent events or circumstances. Numerous factors could cause our actual results and events to differ materially from those expressed or implied by forward-looking statements, including, without limitation:
- Global economic and financial market conditions, including the conditions resulting from the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine as well as the COVID-19 pandemic, and actions taken by our customers, suppliers, other business partners and governments in markets in which we compete might materially and negatively impact us.
- Competition in our product categories might hinder our ability to execute our business strategy, achieve profitability, or maintain relationships with existing customers.
- Changes in the retail environment and consumer preferences could adversely affect our business, financial condition and results of operations.
- We must successfully manage the demand, supply, and operational challenges brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic and any other disease outbreak, including epidemics, pandemics, or similar widespread public health concerns.
- Loss or impairment of the reputation of our Company or our leading brands or failure of our marketing plans could have an adverse effect on our business.
- Loss of any of our principal customers could significantly decrease our sales and profitability.
- Our ability to meet our growth targets depends on successful product, marketing and operations innovation and successful responses to competitive innovation and changing consumer habits.
- We are subject to risks related to our international operations, including currency fluctuations, which could adversely affect our results of operations.
- If we fail to protect our intellectual property rights, competitors may manufacture and market similar products, which could adversely affect our market share and results of operations.
- Our reliance on certain significant suppliers subjects us to numerous risks, including possible interruptions in supply, which could adversely affect our business.
- Our business is vulnerable to the availability of raw materials, our ability to forecast customer demand and our ability to manage production capacity.
- Changes in production costs, including raw material prices, freight and labor, have adversely affected, and in the future could erode, our profit margins and negatively impact operating results.
- The manufacturing facilities, supply channels or other business operations of the Company and our suppliers may be subject to disruption from events beyond our control.
- We may be unable to generate anticipated cost savings (including from our restructuring programs), successfully implement our strategies, or efficiently manage our supply chain and manufacturing processes, and our profitability and cash flow could suffer as a result.
- Sales of certain of our products are seasonal and adverse weather conditions during our peak selling seasons for certain auto care products could have a material adverse effect.
- A failure of a key information technology system could adversely impact our ability to conduct business.
- We rely significantly on information technology and any inadequacy, interruption, theft or loss of data, malicious attack, integration failure, failure to maintain the security, confidentiality or privacy of sensitive data residing on our systems or other security failure of that technology could harm our ability to effectively operate our business and damage the reputation of our brands.
- We have significant debt obligations that could adversely affect our business and our ability to meet our obligations.
- We may experience losses or be subject to increased funding and expenses related to our pension plans.
- The estimates and assumptions on which our financial projections are based may prove to be inaccurate, which may cause our actual results to materially differ from our projections, which may adversely affect our future profitability, cash flows and stock price.
- If we pursue strategic acquisitions, divestitures or joint ventures, we might experience operating difficulties, dilution, and other consequences that may harm our business, financial condition, and operating results, and we may not be able to successfully consummate favorable transactions or successfully integrate acquired businesses.
- The 2019 auto care and battery acquisitions may have liabilities that are not known to us and the acquisition agreements may not provide us with sufficient indemnification with respect to such liabilities.
- Our business involves the potential for claims of product liability, labeling claims, commercial claims and other legal claims against us, which could affect our results of operations and financial condition and result in product recalls or withdrawals.
- Our business is subject to increasing regulation in the U.S. and abroad, the uncertainty and cost of future compliance and consequence of non-compliance with which may have a material adverse effect on our business.
- Increased focus by governmental and non-governmental organizations, customers, consumers and shareholders on sustainability issues, including those related to climate change, may have an adverse effect on our business, financial condition and results of operations and damage our reputation.
- We are subject to environmental laws and regulations that may expose us to significant liabilities and have a material adverse effect on our results of operations and financial condition.
- We cannot guarantee that any share repurchase program will be fully consummated or that any share repurchase program will enhance long-term stockholder value, and share repurchases could increase the volatility of the price of our stock and diminish our cash reserves.
In addition, other risks and uncertainties not presently known to us or that we consider immaterial could affect the accuracy of any such forward-looking statements. The list of factors above is illustrative, but by no means exhaustive. All forward-looking statements should be evaluated with the understanding of their inherent uncertainty. Additional risks and uncertainties include those detailed from time to time in our publicly filed documents, including those described under the heading "Risk Factors" in our Form 10-K filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on November 16, 2021 and in our Form 10-Q filed May 9, 2022.
ENERGIZER HOLDINGS, INC.
Reconciliation of GAAP and Non-GAAP Measures
For the Quarter and Nine Months Ended June 30, 2022
The Company reports its financial results in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the U.S. ("GAAP"). However, management believes that certain non-GAAP financial measures provide users with additional meaningful comparisons to the corresponding historical or future period. These non-GAAP financial measures exclude items that are not reflective of the Company's on-going operating performance, such as acquisition and integration costs, an acquisition earn out, the costs of the May 2022 flooding of our Brazilian manufacturing facility, the costs of exiting the Russian market, the gain on capital lease termination and the loss on extinguishment of debt. In addition, these measures help investors to analyze year over year comparability when excluding currency fluctuations as well as other Company initiatives that are not on-going. We believe these non-GAAP financial measures are an enhancement to assist investors in understanding our business and in performing analysis consistent with financial models developed by research analysts. Investors should consider non-GAAP measures in addition to, not as a substitute for, or superior to, the comparable GAAP measures. In addition, these non-GAAP measures may not be the same as similar measures used by other companies due to possible differences in methods and in the items being adjusted.
We provide the following non-GAAP measures and calculations, as well as the corresponding reconciliation to the closest GAAP measure in the following supplemental schedules:
Segment Profit. This amount represents the operations of our two reportable segments including allocations for shared support functions. General corporate and other expenses, amortization expense, interest expense, loss on extinguishment of debt, the gain on capital lease termination, other items, net, the charges related to acquisition and integration costs, including restructuring charges, an acquisition earn out, the costs of the flooding of our manufacturing facility in Brazil and the costs of exiting the Russian market have all been excluded from segment profit.
Adjusted Net Earnings and Adjusted Diluted Net Earnings Per Common Share (EPS). These measures exclude the impact of the costs related to acquisition and integration, an acquisition earn out, the costs of the flooding of our manufacturing facility in Brazil, the costs of exiting the Russian market, the gain on capital lease termination and the loss on extinguishment of debt.
Non-GAAP Tax Rate. This is the tax rate when excluding the pre-tax impact of acquisition and integration costs, an acquisition earn out, the costs of the flooding of our manufacturing facility in Brazil, the costs of exiting the Russian market, the gain on capital lease termination and the loss on extinguishment of debt, as well as the related tax impact for these items, calculated utilizing the statutory rate for where the impact was incurred.
Organic. This is the non-GAAP financial measurement of the change in revenue or segment profit that excludes or otherwise adjusts for the change in Russia and Argentina operations and impact of currency from the changes in foreign currency exchange rates as defined below:
Change in Russia Operations. The Company exited the Russian market in the second quarter of fiscal 2022 due to the increased global and economic and political uncertainty resulting from the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine. This adjusts for the change in Russian sales and segment profit from the prior year.
Change in Argentina Operations. The Company is presenting separately all changes in sales and segment profit from our Argentina affiliate due to the designation of the economy as highly inflationary as of July 1, 2018.
Impact of currency. The Company evaluates the operating performance of our Company on a currency neutral basis. The impact of currency is the difference between the value of current year foreign operations at the current period ending USD exchange rate, compared to the value of the current year foreign operations at the prior period ending USD exchange rate, as well as the impact of hedging on the currency fluctuation.
Adjusted Comparisons. Detail for adjusted gross profit, adjusted gross margin, adjusted SG&A, adjusted SG&A as percent of sales and adjusted Other items, net are also supplemental non-GAAP measure disclosures. These measures exclude the impact of costs related to acquisition and integration, an acquisition earn out, the costs of exiting the Russian market and the costs of the flooding of our manufacturing facility in Brazil.
EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA. EBITDA is defined as net earnings before income tax provision, interest, loss on extinguishment of debt and depreciation and amortization. Adjusted EBITDA further excludes the impact of the costs related to acquisition and integration, acquisition earn out, the costs of the flooding of our manufacturing facility in Brazil, the costs of exiting the Russian market, the gain on capital lease termination and share-based payments.
Energizer Holdings, Inc.
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As of October 1, 2021, the Company has changed its reportable segments from two geographical segments, previously Americas and International, to two product groupings, Battery & Lights and Auto Care. This change came with the completion of the Spectrum Holdings, Inc. Battery and Auto Care Acquisition integrations in the first fiscal quarter of 2022. The Company changed its reporting structure to better reflect what the chief operating decision maker is reviewing to make organizational decisions and resource allocations. The Company has recast the information for the quarter and nine months ended June 30, 2021 to align with this presentation.
Energizer's operating model includes a combination of standalone and shared business functions between the product segments, varying by country and region of the world. Shared functions include the sales and marketing functions, as well as human resources, IT and finance shared service costs. Energizer applies a fully allocated cost basis, in which shared business functions are allocated between segments. Such allocations are estimates, and do not represent the costs of such services if performed on a standalone basis. Segment sales and profitability, as well as the reconciliation to earnings before income taxes for the quarters and nine months ended June 30, 2022 and 2021, respectively, are presented below:
Supplemental segment information is presented below for depreciation and amortization:
For the quarter ended June 30, 2021, the conversion of the mandatory convertible preferred stock is not dilutive and the mandatory preferred stock dividends are included in the adjusted dilution calculation. For the nine months ended June 30, 2021, the Adjusted diluted net earnings per common share assumes the conversion of the mandatory convertible preferred stock to 4.7 million shares of common stock, and excludes the mandatory preferred stock dividends from net earnings as that is more dilutive to the calculation.
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Best Products Style Shopping This $35 Lightweight Linen Shirt Is Perfect for Summer Travel You’ll probably want to buy it in multiple colors. By Madeline Diamond Madeline Diamond Twitter Madeline Diamond is an associate ecommerce editor at Dotdash Meredith, where she primarily works on the Travel + Leisure brand. She writes about all things travel gear, including everything from the best suitcases to the most comfortable travel clothing. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines Published on August 8, 2022 Share Tweet Pin Email We independently research, test, review, and recommend the best products—learn more about our process. If you buy something through our links, we may earn a commission. Photo: Courtesy of Quince It's no secret that linen is a go-to material for summer, since it's lightweight, quick-drying, and comfortable to wear in warm (and even hot) temperatures. Now that we're in the thick of the warm weather months, you've probably got a few wardrobe essentials that you reach for when temperatures rise. But if you're still on the hunt for comfortable and stylish summer basics, you'll want to check out this sleek and surprisingly affordable linen top from Quince. The brand is known for its sustainably made and well-priced basics, including a collection of linen pieces that are perfect for summer travel. The Quince 100 Percent European Linen Short Sleeve Shirt has a button-down style with a boxy fit and notched collar. Given its slightly oversized cut, the shirt will remain breathable in the heat and move with you, whether you're boarding a flight, sightseeing, or heading out to dinner. Since it's made from eco-friendly, European flax, you can rest assured that the fabric will feel soft on your skin and wick away sweat and moisture (a great choice for long travel days). It's easy to pair with a variety of clothing items, including jeans, shorts, and skirts — you could even wear it unbuttoned and layer it over top of tanks and dresses. And the cherry on top of its convenience is that the shirt is machine washable and you can easily shake out wrinkles or make them disappear with a portable wrinkle-release spray. The top comes in six colors, including basics like black and white, as well as slightly bolder options like light blue and terracotta. It's available in sizes XS to XL, and a size chart from the brand with measurements will help you find the right fit. Travelers Say They Practically Live in These Flowy Linen Pants on Vacation — and They're Finally Back in Stock Courtesy of Quince To buy: oncequince.com, $35 Shoppers rave about this top, with many complimenting its beautiful look and comfortable fit. "This linen is the best of the best! The quality and price are unbeatable," one reviewer wrote. Another added that it's a "gorgeous shirt, can be dressed up or down, and is super comfortable." A third buyer emphasized that it's a great option for summertime wear, writing that it's "very comfortable" and "cool in warm weather." Similarly, one reviewer quipped that wearing the shirt is a "comfortable and stylish way to endure a heatwave." A final wearer mentioned that they "bought this along with the matching shorts as part of a set — it's the perfect summer outfit!" Courtesy of Quince To buy: oncequince.com, $35 Courtesy of Quince To buy: oncequince.com, $35 If you're looking for a lightweight button-down top that you can pair with practically any outfit this summer, and well into fall, don't miss out on this shopper-loved pick from Quince. At just $35, you might even want to add multiple colors to your closet. And if you're a fan of this short-sleeve style, check out the brand's long-sleeve linen button-down to add to your travel wardrobe. We independently research, test, review, and recommend the best products. If you buy something through our links, we may earn a commission. Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit | https://www.travelandleisure.com/style/shopping/quince-short-sleeve-linen-shirt | 2022-08-08T11:23:50Z | https://www.travelandleisure.com/style/shopping/quince-short-sleeve-linen-shirt | true | 1 |
THE musical legacy of the late, great, Rory Gallagher will be celebrated at a special gig taking place the Oliver Plunkett in Cork featuring one of his closest musical collaborators.
Gerry McAvoy will bring his Band of Friends to the city venue on Friday, September 2 for what promises to be an unforgettable night of good old-fashioned blues inspired rock and roll.
Belfast-born Gerry McAvoy cut his musical teeth alongside drummer Brendan O’Neill during the 1960s with the band Deep Joy, initially playing rhythm guitar before switching to bass.
After supporting Rory Gallagher’s first outfit Taste on several occasions, Deep Joy broke up in 1970 and McAvoy began touring with Gallagher when he embarked on his solo career.
The pair recorded 10 albums together during a prolific period in the 1970’s the seventies, including Gallagher’s legendary two live albums two live albums, ‘Live in Europe’ and ‘Irish Tour ‘74’.
McAvoy was the mainstay of Gallagher’s live band for two decades as it went through several changes, including working with a variety of drummers including Brendan O’Neill.
He subsequently played and toured with Nine Below Zero, one of Britain’s most acclaimed rhythm and blues outfits for more than a decade, before forming Band of Friends in 2002 with Brendan O’Neill and guitarist Paul Rose and Jim Fitzpatrick.
In 2005 McAvoy published his acclaimed biography ‘Riding Shotgun: 35 Years on the Road with Rory Gallagher and Nine Below Zero’.
Band of Friends has received huge acclaim from music critics with Lust for Life magazine saying their gigs ‘really have the atmosphere of a Rory concert’ and Blues Focus saying ‘sparks fly from the first note, the Bands of Friends is pure cracker.’
Tickets for Gerry McAvoy’s Band of Friends are available from www.ticketmaster.ie priced at €25 (including booking fee). | https://www.independent.ie/regionals/corkman/lifestyle/gerry-mcavoy-and-his-band-of-friends-set-to-rekindle-rory-gallaghers-spark-at-cork-gig-41896824.html | 2022-08-08T11:32:06Z | https://www.independent.ie/regionals/corkman/lifestyle/gerry-mcavoy-and-his-band-of-friends-set-to-rekindle-rory-gallaghers-spark-at-cork-gig-41896824.html | true | 1 |
India's sporting icon PV Sindhu added a Commonwealth Singles gold to her wide array of medals with a convincing straight-game win over Canada's Michelle Li in the final here on Monday.
The world number seven from India outplayed her 13th ranked opponent 21-15 , 21-13 in front of a packed crowd at the NEC arena.
The 30-year-old had to produce something special for her first win against Sindhu in eight years but the Indian did not give her a window.
Sindhu was clinical in her short game and pounced on the slightest of attacking opportunities.
Michelle had beaten the 2019 World Champion way back in the Glasgow Commonwealth Games in 2014.
In the first game, Michelle was trying to get points by playing close to the net while Sindhu was the more attacking one.
A smash on Li's left made it 7-5 before the Canadian came with a drop shot on Sindhu's right to make it 7-6.
Sindhu took three straight points after the interval to stretch her lead to 14-8. Michelle then netted a regulation forehand drop, leaving her smiling in frustration.
Michelle did come up with two consecutive backhand winners for 14-17 but Sindhu bagged the first game with a swat shot on the Candian's body.
The Hyderabadi took a 4-2 lead in the second with a brilliant retrieve off her body and was cruising 11-6 at the interval.
The crowd sensed a comeback from Michelle who won the longest rally of the match with a forehand winner. Sindhu however shut the door on her and completed a fine win with a cross court winner.
"I had been waiting for this gold for a long time and finally I have got it. I am super happy. Thanks to the crowd, they made me win today," said Sindhu after the final.
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DotComp: Thorne the right guy to embrace the grind
East Lansing, Mich. - We haven’t seen any games, and only small portions of practice, but if I were to settle on one key takeaway after one week of August camp at Michigan State it would be Payton Thorne’s matured demeanor.
He carries himself like a pro.
He probably had that in him at this time last year, but he hadn’t yet won the starting quarterback job. He put a governor on his willingness to speak for other players, team goals and what’s needed for the entire operation to move forward.
But that’s all changed.
He’s a year older, entering his fourth season in the program, a true upper classman as a redshirt junior with 11 wins as a starting quarterback. He’s not only a big man on campus, he now carries a big voice on campus. He’s not afraid to use it, and for a team and program that is looking to sustain and build, it needs his voice and matured disposition. He has the stripes.
“Our goals haven’t changed, but our expectation has,” Thorne said. “There is a set expectation this year.
“We knew we had a good team last year. We did. We really did. And then we went out and proved that we have a good team.
“This year, we feel like we have a very good team again and now it’s: Okay, we’re taking the next step.”
And on the practice field?
“There is a different feeling this year,” he said.
And he’s part of the reason.
Thorne was pretty good last year. He did more than just manage games. He also managed to deliver game-changing plays in pivotal victories over Michigan and Penn State, among others.
Now can he go from pretty good to very good? Can the team make that step with him, and without Kenneth Walker III?
“We’re not going to leave it up to one guy,” head coach Mel Tucker said when asked if he sees a difference in Thorne this year. “But vocally, he’s the quarterback, he’s the leader of our offense. With that comes a lot of responsibility. He absolutely embraces that.”
Thorne completed 60 percent of his passes last year, throwing for 3,233 yards and a school-record 27 touchdowns.
“The biggest step that he needed to take was just confronting his teammates more and demanding that they get things done properly,” Tucker said.
That’s the leadership and maturity component. It’s only a podium, and it’s only talk, but his disposition is clearly more direct this year.
“When you talk about leadership, last year I was competing for a job, so it wasn’t 100 percent my team, in terms of the way people say it’s the quarterback’s team,” Thorne said. “I always felt I’ve been a leader my whole life on different teams. Sometimes that looks different. This year, obviously I’m going into camp as the starting quarterback. I still have a lot to prove and I want to compete every single day as if it’s not my job.”
Word is that he’s the guy who will bark at teammates next to him if their toe is not completely behind the start line when it’s time to run sprints. He demands that of himself, so when he gets on others, it carries weight - thanks in part to those 11 wins and 27 touchdowns, and genuine credibility.
“We put heavy emphasis during the out-of-season on peer accountability, holding each other accountable, having more of a player-led team than a coach-led team,” Tucker said. “You hear Coach Izzo talk about the importance of that. You can only get so good with a coach-led team. When the players are holding each other accountable, that’s when you have a chance to have a really good football team.”
At this time of year, that means embracing the August grind, when it comes.
“Coach Tucker talked to the team yesterday about stacking days,” Thorne said. “I thought we laid a good foundation (with our first practice). Then we need two good days, and three good days, and we aren’t taking steps back.
“As camp goes on, guys get tired, and guys get little nick-nack injuries. It’s about showing up every day and saying, ‘Nobody cares if we have a little injury. Nobody cares if it’s hot out.’ Everybody is dealing with that stuff. So what are we going to do to excel, and increase our intensity and increase our attention to detail every day?”
Having an established, star quarterback setting the course has to help.
“I think we’re going to do that,” Thorne said.
The feeling was good last year. Now it’s amplified.
“We’re taking the next step with our intensity, with our attention to detail, with our consistency,” Thorne said. “I’m excited about where we’re going.”
Tucker is glad to let a guy like Thorne lead.
“He’s a coach’s kid, so he understands that,” Tucker said. “He has the experience and he has the confidence. He has been on the field and he has produced. His teammates respect him as well, so he has taken the reins of doing that.
“He’s not the only one. We need a lot of guys to do that. If something is not right on the field and everyone knows what the standards are, before I get there or before the coaches get there, someone on the field has to handle it. That’s when you know you’re cooking with gas.” | https://edgytim.rivals.com/news/dotcomp-thorne-the-right-guy-to-embrace-the-grind | 2022-08-08T11:38:58Z | https://edgytim.rivals.com/news/dotcomp-thorne-the-right-guy-to-embrace-the-grind | false | 2 |
The sports minister appears to have ruled out calls from the Lionesses to ensure every schoolgirl has access to football lessons, noting “not everybody” is a fan of the sport.
It comes after the England women’s team, fresh from their victory in the European Championship, urged the Tory leadership contenders to guarantee all girls the chance to play football in PE.
However, the Government is targeting equal access to football in just 90% of English schools by 2024.
Interviewed on BBC Breakfast, Nigel Huddleston said: “We’ve got the goal of getting above 90% because … football isn’t necessarily for everybody.
“We do need to think about the diversity of the sport, but it’s an admirable goal – and what a golden opportunity as well, because there’s so much interest in football.”
Six in 10
With no legal requirement for girls to have football lessons, only around six in 10 are currently able to play the game at school.
Department for Education guidance states that schools should provide “comparable sporting activities” for boys and girls, which critics argue limits access to particular sports.
In an open letter this month, the England team urged Liz Truss and Rishi Sunak to change “millions of girls’ lives” by guaranteeing them the opportunity to play football at school.
It continued: “We have made incredible strides in the women’s game, but this generation of schoolgirls deserves more.
“They deserve to play football at lunchtime, they deserve to play football in PE lessons and they deserve to believe they can one day play for England.”
“Lying on a beach”
Mr Huddleston was later questioned in a Good Morning Britain interview on whether the Government should have done more to celebrate the Lionesses’ recent 2-1 victory over Germany in the final of the Euros at Wembley.
When pressed by host Richard Madeley on why the team were not given an open bus procession or invited to Downing Street, he argued that “thousands” had attended the victory party in Trafalgar Square.
The Mid Worcestershire MP continued: “Conversations are still ongoing in terms of what additional things can happen.
“The Lionesses … are quite rightly lying on a beach somewhere or sitting round a swimming pool as well, because many of them went on holiday straight away.
“We’ll see if we can do something else, perhaps in Downing Street, but … that might be under the new prime minister.”
Related: ‘Trumpian’ Dorries calls on MPs conducting inquiry into Johnson to ‘quit the witch hunt’ | https://www.thelondoneconomic.com/sport/sports-minister-snubs-lionesses-calls-to-guarantee-girls-the-chance-to-play-football-in-pe-331896/ | 2022-08-08T11:44:05Z | https://www.thelondoneconomic.com/sport/sports-minister-snubs-lionesses-calls-to-guarantee-girls-the-chance-to-play-football-in-pe-331896/ | false | 7 |
Fire in Matanzas: why does the Cuban government not provide information on the 17 missing firefighters?
The Cuban Government acknowledged that 17 people disappeared in the catastrophe at the Matanzas Super Tanker Base. However, apart from the orders to find them, given in the middle of meetings and before the spotlights of the state information machinery, he has not given details about the identity and fate of those disappeared.
In social networks and in the streets of Matanzas circulate versions. Several point out that among the disappeared there are young people who passed the military service in a fire department in Matanzas.
On Saturday, Díaz-Canel called for prioritizing the injured and the families of the disappeared. He did it during a meeting in Matanzas, surrounded by the dome of power and the highest authorities of the province.
The ruler too wrote in a message on Twitter: “It is urgent to find the firefighters missing in the explosion and take care of their families. The situation is difficult, but we are also going to come out of this. #ForceMatanzas”.
For his part, the prime minister, Manuel Marrero Cruz, referred “to a balance of missing persons” in a message about the fire in which he added: “We work hard, with the certainty that we will solve it”.
A message released by the National Assembly of People’s Power this Sunday and collected by the official portal Cubadebate included among “priorities” established by Díaz-Canel “the preparation of the ground to start the search for those reported missing when the control of the event allows it.”
Apart from these statements, no official information has been offered about who the disappeared were, under what conditions and with what means they faced the fire.
Shocking images published by the official press on Saturday showed firefighters working very close to the burning tanks.. They were taken just before the second explosion occurred, after which the emergency services were activated and the Faustino Pérez Surgical Clinical Hospital received more than fifty burn injuries in its Guard Corps.
This Sunday, the magazine Bohemia published new images of a group of firefighters fighting the firealso taken before the second explosion.
The official silence favors the proliferation of rumors and uncertainty about the fate of these 17 people.
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Posted by Bohemia on Sunday, August 7, 2022 | https://d1softballnews.com/fire-in-matanzas-why-does-the-cuban-government-not-provide-information-on-the-17-missing-firefighters/ | 2022-08-08T11:48:03Z | https://d1softballnews.com/fire-in-matanzas-why-does-the-cuban-government-not-provide-information-on-the-17-missing-firefighters/ | false | 1 |
New parallel arm study results have implications for productivity and learning
COPPELL, Texas, Aug. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- As has been demonstrated by many studies, contoured prism has historically shown efficacy in relieving symptoms as a therapeutic offering. And new evidence suggests that there is also an opportunity to expand this technology to an even broader population focused on visual performance and productivity improvement. In a parallel arm study evaluating reading speed at baseline, after seven days of lens wear the mean (±SD) improvement in reading speed with Neurolenses was almost 70% higher than the mean (±SD) improvement in reading speed with other premium lens designs.
"Everything we do at Neurolens is supported by a strong clinical foundation, and we will never stop raising the bar on ourselves in this area," said Pierre Bertrand, CEO of Neurolens. "These new results have exciting implications for the impact the vision industry can have on productivity, comprehension and learning."
To test the impact of Neurolens on productivity, a double-masked parallel arm study was designed with two subgroups: Treatment and Control, each consisting of 30 young adults. The Treatment group received a pair of Neurolenses with a prescription based on the practitioner's Rx using the subject's best corrected vision. The Control group received a premium single vision lens which yielded the best corrected vision for the individual. Reading speed was assessed initially using the Wilkins Rate of Reading Test (WRRT).
Every individual enrolled in the study wore the randomized study lens assigned to them for 7±2 days. Reading speed was then re-evaluated after the wear-in period. The investigator then calculated the number of words correctly read per minute for each passage. The mean (±SD) improvement in the reading speed for Neurolenses was +20.96 words per minute, and the mean (±SD) improvement in the reading speed for the Control was +12.39 words per minute. ANOVA analysis revealed a statistically significant improvement in the reading speed with Neurolenses compared to the Control lens (F = 4.45; p = 0.03).
"Our visual behavior has obviously changed dramatically over the last century, but some of the most dramatic changes have been the more recent rapid acceleration of near vision utilization that have accompanied a global proliferation of smart phones and tablets," says Brenda Montecalvo, OD, FCOVD, FAAO, FCSO, renowned author and international speaker in the areas of vision and learning. "I am thrilled that companies like Neurolens are actively trying to push the industry forward and provide proven, effective ways to help our patients live a more productive, fulfilling digital life."
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Elaborate Rescue Arrangements Afoot For Ashura In Dera
Sumaira FH Published August 08, 2022 | 03:40 PM
PESHAWAR, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 8th Aug, 2022 ) :The district rescue emergency 1122 service has made comprehensive arrangements to provide prompt services and effectively deal with emergency situations on the 9th and 10th of Muharram.
According to the rescue 1122 spokesperson special motorbike medical and fire fighting teams have been deployed at various places in the district to provide prompt medical aid to people.
He said the motorbike ambulance service had further enhanced the operational capacity of the emergency services and these teams equipped with medical kits and fire extinguishing gadgets had proved to be very effective, especially in congested areas.
The Rescue 1122 control room, communication, and operational vehicles have been engaged in the provision of prompt services.
All types of holidays of the rescue staff have been cancelled and they have been dedicated to performing their duties in line with the rescue plan devised for Muharram 2022.
Moreover, the spokesperson said that all concerned departments including Rescue 1122 headquarters and district administration had already been informed about Muharram's plan to make proper arrangements on their part in this regard.
District Emergency Officer Kamal Shah is keenly supervising all the rescue activities in the district and visiting various places to ensure the implementation of the rescue plan.
He has also urged to fully cooperate with Rescue 1122, police and all the government staff during Muharram to ensure peace.
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Erin ten Hag was given a stark reminder of the difficulties he will face in trying to convert this current Manchester United incarnation into anything more than a mediocre football team this season.
Many in attendance at Old Trafford were left stunned to see the Red Devils head into the half-time break 2-0 down, although the reality is they shouldn’t be. While it’s been a summer of change off the pitch at United, things looked all so familiar on it.
The starting XI housed a midfield duo of Fred and Scott McTominay, Harry Maguire was still club captain operating at the heart of the defence and all of that was made worse by a lack of viable options in attack. In fact, with Cristiano Ronaldo still lacking match sharpness, new recruit Christian Eriksen was given the unenviable job of starting the game as the team’s false nine.
Brighton, in contrast, are a well-oiled machine under Graham Potter and Sunday’s win was a reminder of the stellar work he’s doing down on the south coast. He deploys tactics that see the Seagulls mirror how the best sides across Europe play; things such as dominating the ball and pressing high up the pitch are both staples of his team’s core tactics.
There was more of the latter than the former on display at Old Trafford from the visitors, yet caused United major problems, especially when it came to the team trying to play out from the back.
It’s no secret Ten Hag is eager to have his team build from deep, meaning David de Gea is being instructed to go short and centre-backs are expected to open up in order to receive the ball. Their intention to play this way were clear from the outset in Sunday’s game.
In the opening 15 minutes, De Gea played all three of his passes short and the defence was visibly opening up in order to get into positions in which they could receive the ball.
However, De Gea’s third pass was played into the feet of Fred who was being heavily pressed by Brighton’s front line. He gave the ball away in a dangerous area that nearly led to a goal for the visitors.
This had an almost instant negative impact on United, and more specifically, De Gea’s belief in playing out. Rather than sticking to what should be their principles, he and the team started reverting to going longer and more direct.
Firstly, this is not in line with Ten Hag’s philosophy, but secondly, it’s also a recipe for disaster, especially in the first half due to the lack of focal point United had in their front line to hold the ball up.
Over the next 15 minutes, De Gea made three passes again, however with two of them, he opted to avoid playing short and instead go long. Distribution has never been the 31-year-old’s best asset and his first long pass went straight out for a throw, while the second saw the ball turned over in the middle of the pitch, and 30 seconds later Brighton had countered and taken the lead.
There’s no doubt Brighton are a well-organised outfit and they can be an intimating team to try and play out against. After all, in terms of PPDA - which is a metric to quantify high press intensity - Brighton last season ranked third behind only Liverpool and Manchester City.
However, the speed at which United reverted to old habits will be a frustration for Ten Hahich ultimately sealed the win for the visitors. Ten Hag has to instil more belief in the side if they’re to truly adopt his footballing philosophies fully going forward.
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A new philanthropic project hopes to invest $100 million in 10 countries, mostly in Africa, by 2030 to support 200,000 community health workers, who serve as a critical bridge to treatment for people with limited access to medical care.
The Skoll Foundation and The Johnson & Johnson Foundation announced Monday that they donated a total of $25 million to the initiative. The Global Fund to Fight AIDS, TB and Malaria, which will oversee the project, matched the donations and hopes to raise an additional $50 million.
The investment seeks to empower the frontline workers that experts say are essential to battling outbreaks of COVID-19, Ebola and HIV.
“What have we found out in terms of community health workers?” said Francisca Mutapi, a professor at the University of Edinburgh, who helps lead a multiyear project to treat neglected tropical diseases in multiple African countries. “They are very popular. They are very effective. They are very cost effective.”
On a recent trip to Zimbabwe for research, Mutapi described how a community health worker negotiated the treatment of a parasitic infection in a young child who was part of a religious group that doesn’t accept clinical medicine.
“She’s going to the river, getting on with her day-to-day business, and she notices that one of the children in her community is complaining about a stomachache,” said Mutapi.
The woman approached the child’s grandmother for permission to bring the child to a clinic, which diagnosed and began treating the child for bilharzia. That would not have happened without the woman’s intervention, Mutapi said.
Ashley Fox, an associate professor specializing in global health policy at Albany, SUNY, said evidence shows community health workers can effectively deliver low-cost care “when they are properly equipped and trained and paid – that’s a big caveat.”
Though the current number of these workers is not well documented, in 2017, the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention estimated that the continent required 2 million to meet health targets. Many of these workers are women and unpaid, though The Global Fund advocates for some sort of salary for them.
“It’s hard to think of a better set of people that you would want to be paying if you think about it from both the point of view of creating good jobs as well as maximizing the health impact,” said Peter Sands, the fund’s executive director.
The Global Fund, founded in 2002, channels international financing with the aim of eradicating treatable infectious diseases. In addition to its regular three-year grants to countries, it will deploy these new philanthropic donations through a catalytic fund to encourage spending on some of the best practices and program designs.
Last Mile Health, part of the Africa Frontline First health initiative, has worked with the Liberian government to expand and strengthen its community health program since 2016.
In the early months of the COVID-19 pandemic, former Liberian president and Noble Peace Prize recipient, Ellen Johnson Sirleaf, convened Last Mile Health and other organizations to grapple with a response.
“We were all kind of seeing the deja vu moment of recalling back to a couple of years ago where Liberia was beset by this tragic epidemic of Ebola,” said Nan Chen, managing director of Last Mile Health. “And as President Sirleaf reminded us: the tide was turned when we turned to the community.”
Along with the other organizations that specialize in the financing, research and policy of public health, they set about designing an initiative to expand community health programs and to capitalize on the attention the pandemic brought to the need for disease surveillance.
The catalytic fund is the result. “I think the pandemic has shone a light on the critical role of these health workers,” said Lauren Moore, vice president of global community impact at Johnson & Johnson.
Don Gips, CEO of the Skoll Foundation, emphasized that these workers also can raise early warnings that benefit people everywhere.
“It’s critical not just for delivering health care in Africa, but this is how we’ll also catch the next set of diseases that could threaten populations around the world,” said Gips, who is also the former U.S. ambassador to South Africa.
Last Mile Health won a major donation from Skoll Foundation in 2017 and has also received large donations from the Audacious Project from TED and Co-Impact, another funding collective. The organization’s co-founder, Raj Panjabi, now serves in the Biden administration.
“What philanthropy has noticed about Last Mile Health is that we were not only taking direct action on the problem by actively managing community health worker programs, but that we were seeing our innovation adopted in national policy at scale,” said James Nardella, the organization’s chief program officer.
SUNY’s Fox and other experts say linking the work of community health care workers to the national health system is a priority, along with securing sustainable funding for their programs.
The Global Fund said it will assist countries with the design of proposed community health care worker expansions over the next year.
Chen acknowledged there is no silver bullet for the issue of sustainability.
“Part of the work that organizations like Last Mile Health have to do is to sit in that discomfort and wrestle with it, with our partners, with donors, until we incrementally squeeze out the solution here,” Chen said.
Mutapi said eventually governments must fund the programs themselves and she argued the experiences of places like Zimbabwe and Liberia with community health workers could benefit people in other contexts as well.
“Actually having lived on Scottish islands, which are inaccessible,” she said, the innovation of community health workers is “something that actually can be exported to Western communities that are remote because that connection between a health provider and the local community is really important for compliance and for access.”
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D Gukesh in action for India at the Chennai Chess Olympiad. Photograph:( AFP )
India's excellent depth in chess has come to the fore at the ongoing Chennai Chess Olympiad where three Indian teams are giving some of the best countries a run for their money.
India have been enjoying a stellar run at the ongoing Chess Olympiad in Chennai where there are a total of three Indian teams competing against some of the best chess-playing nations in the world. India have fielded A, B and C teams being the hosts of the Olympiad which has also brought to shore their incredible depth in the game.
There is no dearth of talent in chess for India but being a nation obsessed with cricket, there is still a long way to go for the country in nurturing talent in a proper way to get to a century of Grand Masters. India currently has 75 Grand Masters with 16-year-old V. Pranav the latest to join the elite list.
Pranav, who is not part of the Chess Olympiad in Chennai, became India's 75th Grandmaster on Sunday after winning the LImpede Open in Romania. With the win, he secured his third and final GM norm to attain the title of Grandmaster. While he is not at the Chess Olympiad, India has some top minds competing at the showpiece event. India now stands only behind Russia (256), USA (101), Germany (96) and Ukraine (94) in the list of countries with the most Grandmasters.
One of those is Dommaraju Gukesh. The 16-year-old has been unstoppable so far at the Chess Olympiad and registered his best victory at the tournament against USA’s Fabiano Caruana last week. Gukesh defeated world no.5 Caruana as India B got the better of the US team comprising of the likes of Carunand, Levon Aronian and Wesley So, who are ranked no.5,6 and 7 in the world rankings respectively.
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However, they were defeated by the India B team comprising of teenage prodigies Gukesh, Praggnanandhaa and Raunak Sadhwani, who are all 16. Nihal Sarin, the other member of the team is 18. While Gukesh defeated Caruana to bag his 8th win on the trot in the tournament, Sadhwani defeated a higher-rated Leinier Domínguez. Sarin and Praggnanandhaa drew their respective matches.
Gukesh has stormed into the world top 20 with his heroics at the Chennai Chess Olympiad and is only behind the legendary Viswanathan Anand, who is at the 12th spot. While Gukesh has been making waves with his performances, Praggnanandhaa needs no introduction.
Praggnanandhaa, who is only the third Indian to have defeated Magnus Carlsen, the world no.1, saved India's day at the Olympiad by beating Vasif Durarbayli to help the B team draw 2-2 against Azerbaijan. India B faced some anxious moments in their clash against Azerbaijan as Gukesh's 8-match winning streak ended with a draw against Shakhriyar Mamedyarov. However, Praggnanandhaa kept India in the gold medal race with his victory.
India's A team, who are the second seed in the tournament this year, defeated Brazil 3-1 to progress further as Arjun Erigaisi, and K Sasikaran won their respective matches while P Harikrishna and Vidit Gujrathi settled with draws. That both India's A and B teams remain in contention for a medal finish showcases India's rise and rise in chess in recent years. | https://www.wionews.com/sports/dommaraju-gukesh-to-r-praggnanandhaa-indias-excellent-depth-comes-to-fore-at-chennai-chess-olympiad-504795 | 2022-08-08T11:52:40Z | https://www.wionews.com/sports/dommaraju-gukesh-to-r-praggnanandhaa-indias-excellent-depth-comes-to-fore-at-chennai-chess-olympiad-504795 | true | 1 |
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Muslim Students In Kerala Won Ramayana Quiz Competition
- Two Muslim students from Malappuram, Mohammed Jabir P K and Mohammed Basith M, won the online Ramayana quiz with more than 1,000 participants.
- They pursue Islamic studies through the post-graduate level as part of the eight-year Wafy curriculum, which also includes a regular university degree programme.
The top two names of the five winners were the focus of attention when DC Books released the results of the recent statewide online Ramayana quiz, which was held to commemorate Ramayana Month. Two Muslim students from Malappuram, Mohammed Jabir P K and Mohammed Basith M, won the online Ramayana quiz with more than 1,000 participants. They are both enrolled in the Wafy programme at the KKHM Islamic & Arts College in Valanchery.
They pursue Islamic studies through the post-graduate level as part of the eight-year Wafy curriculum, which also includes a regular university degree programme. He had an advantage because to the special Wafy course curriculum, which covers Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism, and Sikhism in a paper. Another paper was included in the course that covers topics like Christianity, Judaism, Taoism, etc, reported The Times Of India.
Jabir said that the syllabus for the Wafy course was created by the Coordination of Islamic Colleges, which is led by our principal, Abdul Hakeem Faizi Adrissery, and encourages them to study all religions in order to prepare students to live in a multireligious society. Their curriculum includes sections that thoroughly examine diverse religions in line with that goal.
Jabir read passages on the Ramayana as required by the curriculum and also made use of other readings from the campus library. Jabir came to understand that members of all religions should study each other's holy texts after reading the epic. It might be possible to stop violence committed in the name of religion by studying other religions. Every faith teaches us to respect and love one another.
Jabir stated that the Ramayana emphasises the principles of peace and love. There are also lessons to be learned about good governance, respecting one's father's word, and sacrificing one's authority for one's own brother. He discovered the Ramayana quiz on the DC Books Telegram channel and registered for it. No elaborate planning was done, just a fast brush-up, he claimed.
Meanwhile, Jabir, a native of Perinthalmanna, is a Wafy PG final-year student who has earned a BA in Sociology. | https://www.thehansindia.com/news/national/muslim-students-in-kerala-won-ramayana-quiz-competition-756907 | 2022-08-08T11:55:22Z | https://www.thehansindia.com/news/national/muslim-students-in-kerala-won-ramayana-quiz-competition-756907 | false | 1 |
Lala Anthony is still feeling the new Beyoncé album Rennaissance and celebrated with a Rennaissance themed party last night looking as gorgeous as ever!
The beauty was spotted on Instagram showing off her look from last night’s festivities and wore a silver, bedazzled one piece body suit to perfection. The body suit featured a low back and high cut and hugged her curves perfectly as she paired the look with shiny tights and bedazzled boots. As for her hair, she wore her locs in a long, slicked back pony tail and served face and body as she modeled the look for her millions of Instagram followers in a sensual IG Reel.
Whew, she looks amazing! What do you think about Lala’s sexy look?
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We’ve been loving Saweetie’s fresh baldie style but the beauty recently explained that her look is a lot more symbolic than just being fashion forward.
The beauty recently sat down with Kevin Hart and opened up about why she initially cut all of her hair off, explaining that the big chop has a lot of meaning behind it. “I feel like it’s symbolic to where I’m at just in my human life,” to which Kevin Hart asked her to define what she meant.
She then continued, “I feel like, in quarantine, I had time to do a lot of self-reflection. I learned how to meditate. And through meditation, I’ve had access to my higher self. And that gave me a whole new experience. ANd when I did that, I wanted o start fresh. And I did my research and I read that hair holds a lot of energy. So it’s essentially the metamorphosis of Saweetie and Diamonte. Caterpillar to butterfly.”
Check out Saweetie’s explanation as posted on her Instagram page below.
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While it’s unclear how access to abortion in Michigan will be defined in the coming months, a report from the state health department paints a picture of the historical trends surrounding abortions performed in the state, as well as the demographic profiles of the people who obtained abortions in the state.
A potential ban could cut off legal access to the procedure when the rate of abortions obtained in the state last year was the highest in nearly three decades.
While the rate of abortions performed in Michigan had been decreasing from 1987 to 2009, the rates have been rising since, according to MDHHS data. The state requires abortion providers to report a variety of abortion-related data every year, including demographic and geographic details.
The data represents women in the age range of 15-44 who obtained an abortion from a licensed provider in the state over nearly four decades.
Here’s what we know about the women who have historically obtained abortions in Michigan.
Where and when people obtained abortions
In 2019, Michigan performed the fifth-highest number of abortions in the country relative to population, according to the Centers for Disease Control abortion surveillance data. The CDC data does not include rates from California, Maryland and New Hampshire.
There were 27,339 abortions performed in Michigan in 2019, about 14.5 per 1,000 women.
Though the number of abortions performed in the state has been trending upward since 2009, abortion rates from recent years remain well below the peak rates in the late 1980s. The overall rate of abortions performed for residents in the state in 2021 — 16.0 — is lower than the peak of 22.0 abortions per 1,000 in 1987.
It is contested why abortions rates fell in past decades; abortion-rights groups contend access to contraception, birth control and sex education contributed to falling rates, while anti-abortion groups argue the numbers decreased because of a shift in attitudes and more women carrying their pregnancies to term.
In 2021, 94.5% of the total abortions were for Michigan residents. In 2012, 2.3% of abortions were for out-of-state residents. That proportion has increased gradually in recent years, with out-of-state resident abortions representing 5.5% of the total last year.
The majority of out-of-state residents who pursue an abortion in Michigan have come from Ohio and Indiana, according to the state data. In 2021, 73% of non-resident women who obtained an abortion in Michigan were from Ohio, and 17% were from Indiana. Texas, Wisconsin, Illinois and Kentucky are the next highest states where women came from to pursue an abortion, each constituting about 1% to 2% of the total.
Border states Ohio and Wisconsin currently have tighter restrictions on abortion than Michigan does. In 2019, Ohio implemented a ban on abortions after six weeks into a woman’s pregnancy. Similar to Michigan, Wisconsin has an on-the-books ban on abortions from 1849 that went into effect after the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, but officials in the state have filed a lawsuit challenging the law.
In Indiana, a near-total ban on abortion was signed into law on Friday. The ban goes into effect on Sept. 15. There are limited exceptions. Victims of rape and incest have up until 10 weeks in their pregnancies to get an abortion. Abortions are also permitted when the long-term health and life of the mother are at risk, as well as for fatal fetal abnormalities.
In 2021, the five counties with the highest rates of abortion for residents were Wayne, Genesee, Macomb, Oakland and Muskegon.
There were 11,617 abortions conducted in 2021 for people from Detroit, about 54 per 1,000 women. Wayne County saw nearly 34 per 1,000 abortions performed in the same year. In Oakland County, close to 15 abortions were performed per 1,000 in 2021. Macomb County saw about 19 abortions per 1,000 in 2021.
While people in every county obtained an abortion in Michigan last year, not every county has a free-standing abortion clinic. There are 27 abortion clinics spread across 13 counties in the state.
As recently as 2012, abortions conducted in free-standing clinics represented about a quarter of the total. Since 2016, however, close to 90% of all abortions each year have been conducted in a clinic. The change likely occurred because of legislation approved in 2012, which placed additional regulatory requirements on abortion providers, according to the state health department.
Lynn Mills, director of Pro-Life Michigan, said this legislation also contributed to the recent increase in reported abortions. She said 13 clinics closed because of the regulations and that a greater proportion of women were seeking abortions with licensed providers.
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Demographic trends
The proportion of abortions obtained by teenagers has decreased over the past few decades. In 1983, over 30% of abortions reported in the state were for people under 20 years old. In 2021, abortions among teens represented less than 8% of the total.
Ashlea Phenicie, communications director for Planned Parenthood of Michigan, said broader access to birth control and information about preventing pregnancy likely contributed to the decline in teen abortions. Phenicie said there is “a lingering misconception” that those who need abortion care are mostly teenagers.
“Most of them already have children and, in a lot of cases, abortion is a decision made by adults trying to plan what’s best for their family and their future,” Phenicie said.
The data indicates more women are seeking abortions after having already gone through a full-term pregnancy. In 1980, less than half of all reported abortions were for women who carried a pregnancy to term. Last year, about two-thirds of people whose abortions were reported to the state had a previous term pregnancy.
As the rate of teenage abortions in the state has declined over the years, the profile of women seeking abortions has gotten older. More than half the abortions conducted since 2012 have been for women age 25 or older. In 2021, abortions for women over 25 represented almost two-thirds of the total abortions conducted for residents.
Within reported abortions from the state, a disproportionate amount have historically been obtained by Black women, according to the state data. In 2021, 55.6% of reported abortions for residents were performed for Black women. The rates of reported abortions for Black women have consistently been higher than the rates for all other racial categories.
Black women aged 15-44 represent nearly 30 per 1,000 Michigan residents according to the 2019 state population estimates. In 2021, 49 per 1,000 Black women in this age range obtained an abortion, according to the state.
The Guttmacher Institute, an abortions-right advocacy and research group, has argued disproportionate rates of abortion among women of color are a result of health disparities that cause high rates of unintended pregnancy among these communities.
Neither the state nor the CDC tracks socioeconomic factors for abortion data reports, but experts say restrictions on abortion will hurt lower-income women and women of color.
Phenicie said systemic barriers that people of color and lower-income families may face, such as the high Black maternal mortality rate and economic insecurity, make restrictions on abortion more harmful to them.
“In cases where people are denied abortion care, we also see that the consequences of that are multiplied for marginalized communities,” Phenicie said.
According to the state data, the majority of reported abortions for residents were obtained by unmarried women, between 78 to 90% between 1980 to 2021. In 2021, 85% of reported abortions for residents were for unmarried women.
Phenicie said restrictions on abortion can also hurt families that are already taking care of children.
“So often decisions about pregnancy and abortions are actually parenting decisions and people making decisions about what’s right for them, the children that they’re already caring for, their families and their futures,” Phenicie said.
The percentage of women who had a previous abortion before their reported procedure has also increased. In 1980, over 65% of the women who obtained an abortion had no prior abortions. Less than 10% had obtained two or more abortions prior to their reported procedure.
In 2021, less than 50% of the total did not previously obtain an abortion, and the percent of women who pursued an abortion with 2 or more prior procedures also saw a net increase.
Mills said access to abortion has enabled women to use the procedure as a form of contraception.
“Why do they need the birth control pill when they can go in and use abortion as birth control?” Mills said.
The timing an abortion may be conducted has also been a topic of contention in political circles. Polls indicate Americans broadly support abortions being legal in the first trimester of a pregnancy — the first 12 weeks — but are less supportive of abortions conducted in the second or third trimester.
Based on the MDHHS data, 89.5% of all reported abortions for residents in 2021 were conducted in the first 12 weeks. More than 10% of the abortions in the same year were conducted in the second trimester, and less than 0.02% of the total were performed in the third trimester.
Planned Parenthood notes women may obtain an abortion after the first trimester for several reasons, including barriers to access and complications that could threaten the health of the mother or the fetus.
Mills said she opposes allowing abortions at any stage of gestation.
“Those are beating hearts, and every beating heart counts,” she said. “We’ll fight to reverse abortion all the time.”
Many bans passed in Republican-led legislatures around the country place time restrictions on when an abortion may be conducted.
The GOP-led Michigan Legislature has previously voted to prohibit an abortion procedure performed in the second trimester of a pregnancy, a bill Gov. Gretchen Whitmer vetoed in 2019.
What comes next
For now, abortion in Michigan is legal but remains in limbo. A Michigan Court of Claims injunction prevented the enforcement of a 1931 ban on abortions unless "necessary to preserve the life of (a pregnant) woman.” The ruling is only temporary, though, as ongoing litigation will determine whether abortions will continue to be legal in the state.
Whitmer, Attorney General Dana Nessel and seven Democratic county prosecutors have said they will not enforce the 1931 ban, even if the courts deem the statute enforceable, but Republican prosecutors in Kent, Jackson and Macomb counties said they would consider any abortion case brought to them by law enforcement.
A ballot initiative would enshrine the right to an abortion in Michigan’s state constitution. Organizers for the petition announced they turned in a record number of signatures to the Board of Canvassers on July 11. The petition is currently in the verification stage. If approved, it will be on the ballot in November's election.
If lawsuits aiming to strike down the 1931 ban succeed or if the ballot initiative passes, the percent of abortions obtained by out-of-state residents could also increase. Protecting access to abortion in Michigan could push residents of bordering states such as Indiana, Ohio and Wisconsin to travel to pursue the procedure.
“We are looking at a scenario where Michigan remains (an) important access point in the Midwest and are hopeful that not only Michiganders will be able to continue to count on legal abortion access, but we may also become a place where out of state patients … travel to access care,” Phenicie said.
Before the Court of Appeals decision last week that ruled the injunction did not apply to county prosecutors, Mills said she hoped the current injunction permitting abortions would be overturned and that voters would reject the constitutional amendment if the measure makes its way on the November ballot. She anticipated the number of abortions in the state to experience a sharp decrease if the 1931 ban is instituted.
“I would expect it to drop tremendously,” Mills said. “We’re going to fight to bring this state back to being a pro-life state.”
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AUSTIN, Texas, Aug. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Digital Realty (NYSE: DLR), the largest global provider of cloud- and carrier-neutral data center, colocation and interconnection solutions, announced today it has entered into a definitive agreement to sell a non-core, mixed-use data center property in a transaction valuing the asset at approximately $205 million. The property is expected to generate 2022 cash net operating income of approximately $10.7 million, representing a 5.2% cap rate.
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"This disposition opportunistically recycles an operationally mature asset to fund strategic investments aimed at enhancing our longer-term growth profile," said Digital Realty Chief Investment Officer Greg Wright. "Since 2018, Digital Realty has sold approximately $4 billion of assets and redeployed proceeds into highly connected facilities around the world, providing our customers with a global, full spectrum data center solution."
Digital Realty expects proceeds from the transaction will initially be used to pay down debt and will ultimately be used to fund future investment activity.
The transaction is expected to close in the third quarter of 2022 and is subject to customary closing conditions. Eastdil Secured served as advisor to Digital Realty on the transaction.
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Pune, Aug. 08, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Hydrogen Peroxide Market by Vendor Assessment, Technology Assessment, Partner & Customer Ecosystem, type/solution, service, organization size, end-use verticals, and Region – Global Hydrogen Peroxide Market Forecast to 2030, published by Market Data Centre, The Hydrogen Peroxide Market is projected to grow at a solid pace during the forecast period. The presence of key players in the ecosystem has led to a compsetitive and diverse market. The advancement of digital transformation initiatives across multiple industries is expected to drive the worldwide Hydrogen Peroxide Market during the study period.
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Regional Analysis:
On the basis of Geography, the Global Hydrogen Peroxide Market is segmented into North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and the Rest of the World (RoW). North America is expected to hold a considerable share in the global Hydrogen Peroxide Market. Due to increasing investment for research and development process and adoption of solutions in the region whereas Asia-Pacific is expected to grow at a faster pace during the forecasted period.
The growing number of Hydrogen Peroxide Market players across regions is expected to drive market growth further. Moreover, increasing investments by prominent vendors in product capabilities and business expansion is expected to fuel the market during the study period. Many market players are finding lucrative opportunities in emerging economies like China and India, where the large populations are coupled with new innovations in numerous industries.
List of Companies Covered in the Hydrogen Peroxide Market Report:
- Solvay
- Akzo Nobel N.V.
- Gujarat Alkalies & Chemicals Ltd.
- National Peroxide Limited
- OCI Company Ltd.
- Airedale Chemical
- Evonik Industries AG
- Taekwang Industrial, CO., LTD.
- Arkema
- Grupa Azoty
- Among others.
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Table of Contents
1. INTRODUCTION
1.1. Market Definition
1.2. Market Segmentation
1.3. Geographic Scope
1.4. Years Considered: Historical Years – 2017 & 2020; Base Year – 2021; Forecast Years – 2022 to 2030
1.5. Currency Used
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
2.1. Research Framework
2.2. Data Collection Technique
2.3. Data Sources
2.3.1. Secondary Sources
2.3.2. Primary Sources
2.4. Market Estimation Methodology
2.4.1. Bottom-Up Approach
2.4.2. Top-Down Approach
2.5. Data Validation and Triangulation
2.5.1. Market Forecast Model
2.5.2. Limitations/Assumptions of the Study
3. ABSTRACT OF THE STUDY
4. MARKET DYNAMICS ASSESSMENT
4.1. Overview
4.2. Drivers
4.3. Barriers/Challenges
4.4. Opportunities
5. VALUE CHAIN ANALYSIS
6. PRICING ANALYSIS
7. SUPPLY CHAIN ANALYSIS
8. MARKET SIZING AND FORECASTING
8.1. Global - Hydrogen Peroxide Market Analysis & Forecast, By Region
8.2. Global - Hydrogen Peroxide Market Analysis & Forecast, By Segment
8.2.1. North America Hydrogen Peroxide Market, By Segment
8.2.2. North America Hydrogen Peroxide Market, By Country
8.2.2.1. US
8.2.2.2. Canada
8.2.3. Europe Hydrogen Peroxide Market, By Segment
8.2.4. Europe Hydrogen Peroxide Market, By Country
8.2.4.1. Germany
8.2.4.2. UK
8.2.4.3. France
8.2.4.4. Rest of Europe (ROE)
8.2.5. Asia Pacific Hydrogen Peroxide Market, By Segment
8.2.6. Asia Pacific Hydrogen Peroxide Market, By Country
8.2.6.1. China
8.2.6.2. Japan
8.2.6.3. India
8.2.6.4. Rest of Asia Pacific (RoAPAC)
8.2.7. Rest of the World (ROW) Hydrogen Peroxide Market, By Segment
8.2.8. Rest of the World (ROW) Hydrogen Peroxide Market, By Country
8.2.8.1. Latin America
8.2.8.2. Middle East & Africa
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Key Questions Answered in This Report:
- How does our product and services portfolio compare to leading competitors?
- What are the key developments in customer demand given the changing economy?
- What are the new pricing and consumption models in the marketplace and how should we align our portfolio?
- What are the key decision drivers for services buyers?
- How can we accelerate our bidding process?
- What is the potential of the Hydrogen Peroxide Market?
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- What are the top strategies that companies adopting in Hydrogen Peroxide Market?
- What are the challenges faced by SME’s and prominent vendors in Hydrogen Peroxide Market?
- Which region has the highest investments in Hydrogen Peroxide Market?
- What are the latest research and activities in Hydrogen Peroxide Market?
- Who are the prominent players in Hydrogen Peroxide Market?
- What is the potential of the Hydrogen Peroxide Market?
Vendor Assessment
Vendor assessment includes a deep analysis of how vendors are addressing the demand in the Hydrogen Peroxide Market. The MDC CompetetiveScape model was used to assess qualitative and quantitative insights in this assessment. MDC's CompetitiveScape is a structured method for identifying key players and outlining their strengths, relevant characteristics, and outreach strategy. MDC's CompetitiveScape allows organizations to analyze the environmental factors that influence their business, set goals, and identify new marketing strategies. MDC Research analysts conduct a thorough investigation of vendors' solutions, services, programs, marketing, organization size, geographic focus, type of organization and strategies.
Technology Assessment
Technology dramatically impacts business productivity, growth and efficiency.Technologies can help companies develop competitive advantages, but choosing them can be one of the most demanding decisions for businesses. Technology assessment helps organizations to understand their current situation with respect to technology and offer a roadmap where they might want to go and scale their business. A well-defined process to assess and select technology solutions can help organizations reduce risk, achieve objectives, identify the problem, and solve it in the right way. Technology assessment can help businesses identify which technologies to invest in, meet industry standards, compete against competitors.
Business Ecosystem Analysis
Advancements in technology and digitalization have changed the way companies do business; the concept of a business ecosystem helps businesses understand how to thrive in this changing environment. Business ecosystems provide organizations with opportunities to integrate technology in their daily business operations and improve research and business competency. The business ecosystem includes a network of interlinked companies that compete and cooperate to increase sales, improve profitability, and succeed in their markets. An ecosystem analysis is a business network analysis that includes the relationships amongst suppliers, distributors, and end-users in delivering a product or service.
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VANCOUVER, BC, Aug. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - Graphite One Inc. (TSXV: GPH) (OTCQX: GPHOF) ("Graphite One" or the "Company") is pleased to announce a non-brokered private placement of up to 13.5 million units (the "Units") of the Company at a price of CA$1.15 per Unit for aggregate gross proceeds of up to CA$15,525,000 (the "Offering").
Each Unit will consist of one common share of the Company and one transferable common share purchase warrant (the "Warrant") entitling the holder to acquire, on payment of CA$1.50 per Warrant to the Company, one common share for a period of 24 months from the first date of closing of the Offering. The Warrants include an acceleration provision whereby if the Company's share price closes above CA$2.00 for 10 consecutive trading days, the Company may elect to accelerate the expiry date of the Warrants by issuing a press release and notice to the Warrant holders for the expiry of the Warrants that is 45 days from the press release date. The Warrant holders may exercise the Warrants during this 45-day period but no later than the expiry date.
The Company may pay a finders' fee to arm's length parties in connection with the Offering.
The Offering will be subject to receipt of final applicable regulatory approvals including approval by the TSX Venture Exchange. All securities issued in connection with this Offering will have a restricted period that expires four months and a day following the date of issuance.
The net proceeds from the Offering will be used to support the upcoming feasibility study, including the summer drilling programs, for business development activities and for general working capital.
Pre-Feasibility Study Update
The pre-feasibility study on the Graphite One Project is in the final stages of completion. Results are expected to be released by August 31, 2022.
This media release does not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy any of the securities in the United States. The securities have not been and will not be registered under the United States Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the "U.S. Securities Act") or any state securities laws and may not be offered or sold within the United States or to U.S. Persons unless registered under the U.S. Securities Act and applicable state securities laws or an exemption from such registration is available.
GRAPHITE ONE INC. (GPH: TSX‐V; GPHOF: OTCQB) continues to develop its Graphite One Project (the "Project"), whereby the Company could potentially become an American producer of high-grade anode materials that is integrated with a domestic graphite resource. The Project is proposed as a vertically integrated enterprise to mine, process and manufacture high grade anode materials primarily for the lithium‐ion electric vehicle battery market. As set forth in the Company's Preliminary Economic Assessment, potential graphite mineralization mined from the Company's Graphite Creek Property, is expected to be processed into concentrate at a graphite processing plant. The proposed processing plant would be located on the Graphite Creek Property situated on the Seward Peninsula about 60 kilometers north of Nome, Alaska. Graphite anodes and other value‐added graphite products would be manufactured from the concentrate and other materials at the Company's proposed advanced graphite materials manufacturing facility, the location of which is the subject of further study and analysis. The Company intends to make a production decision on the Project once a feasibility study is completed.
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This release includes certain statements that may be deemed to be forward-looking statements. All statements in this release, other than statements of historical facts, that address future production, establishment of a processing plant, and events or developments that the Company expects, are forward-looking statements. Although the Company believes the expectations expressed in such forward-looking statements are based on reasonable assumptions, such statements are not guarantees of future performance and actual results or developments may differ materially from those in the forward-looking statements. Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those in forward-looking statements include market prices, exploitation and exploration successes, continuity of mineralization, uncertainties related to the ability to obtain necessary permits, licenses and title and delays due to third party opposition, changes in government policies regarding mining and natural resource exploration and exploitation, and continued availability of capital and financing, and general economic, market or business conditions. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on this forward-looking information, which is given as of the date it is expressed in this press release, and the Company undertakes no obligation to update publicly or revise any forward-looking information, except as required by applicable securities laws. For more information on the Company, investors should review the Company's continuous disclosure filings that are available at www.sedar.com.
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(The Hill) — Senate Democrats after a very long series of votes have approved a massive $740 billion bill that will make significant investments in climate change while lowering the price of prescription drugs and taking steps toward a more equitable tax code.
That the Senate was able to get the bill done is somewhat of a surprise if you look back to December 2021, when Sen. Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) appeared to torpedo the efforts with an announcement on Fox News that he could not support the measure because of inflation.
It was just the first time Manchin appeared to kill the bill, only for him to save it with a last-minute deal with Senate Majority Leader Charles Schumer (D-N.Y.) late last month that caught most of Washington and the nation by surprise.
The package now moves to the House, where it is expected to be approved despite opposition from Republicans and some disappointment from Democrats about its size.
Here are five takeaways.
Senate Democrats stuck together
The Senate was in session Saturday, beginning a vote-a-rama at 11:30 p.m. Saturday that continued through Sunday in which Democrats blocked GOP amendment after GOP amendment.
Republicans had a few goals with their amendment strategy.
One was to force Democrats into tough votes ahead of the midterm elections on gas prices, taxes, immigration and other issues.
Another aim was to add a “poison pill” amendment to the package that might weaken its support in the House and force the whole enterprise to collapse.
None of these amendments were added to the package — at least for the first 14 or 15 hours of the marathon because Democrats were able to stick together to fight them off.
That changed after 2 p.m. Sunday, when Sen. Kyrsten Sinema (Ariz.) and six other Democrats backed a measure that raised revenue by extending for one year the cap on state and local tax (SALT) deductions that was a key feature of the 2017 Trump tax cut bill.
Democrats initially worried passage of that amendment could hurt the bill, but after its passage, they offered another amendment that replaced the SALT cap extension with a different tax provision.
It was somewhat predictable that Democrats stuck together since it was a necessity for final passage. However, it was still notable given the stark differences between centrists like Manchin and Sinema and progressive voices such as Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.).
During the final vote, several Democrats offered hugs to Sinema. The relief on members’ faces as they said goodbye ahead of the August recess was clear.
Sanders, Dems both showed some frustration
It wasn’t all love and roses for Democrats during the marathon night of votes.
While the larger story was Democrats battling off GOP amendments, Democrats also killed off multiple amendments from one of their own caucus members: Sanders, the two-time presidential candidate.
In one of the night’s most heated moments on the floor, Sanders offered an amendment to revive the expanded child tax credit, which lapsed late last year, as part of the Democrats’ sprawling package.
“Pathetically, the United States has the highest child poverty rate of almost any major country on Earth, and it is especially high among young people of color,” Sanders said. “This is the wealthiest nation on Earth, we should not have the highest rate of childhood poverty of almost any country.”
The Sanders measure would have restored an expanded $300 credit for four years and would have been paid for by raising the corporate tax rate to 28 percent from 21 percent.
Democrats argued that while much of the party agreed with the Sanders proposal if added it would have sunk the entire package.
“Sen. Sanders is right, the child tax credit is one of the most important things this body did. It brought down the child poverty rate by 40 percent almost immediately,” said Sen. Sherrod Brown (D-Ohio), who nonetheless urged colleagues against voting for the amendment to avoid bringing “the bill down.”
As the debate continued and Sanders pushed back at Brown, asking what harm there would be in at least forcing those Democrats opposed to the tax credit from killing it while the rest of the caucus— 48 senators in all — voted for it, Brown could be heard saying “come on, Bernie.”
In the end, Democrats did stick together — with Republicans but without Sanders — voting down the amendment 1-99.
One senator has a lot of power in the 50-50 Senate
At one time the package House and Senate Democrats envisioned would have included the child tax credit and a lot more.
The package being considered last fall would have topped $3 trillion, representing one of the most ambitious legislative plans in U.S. history.
What ended up passing is a lot smaller — mostly because of Manchin and Sinema, who both opposed various parts of the initial plan.
The result reflected the essential truth that Democrats couldn’t do much of anything without Manchin and Sinema since no Republicans were going to join them on their legislation. That meant they needed complete unity in their ranks in the Senate to get anything done.
Out went the elimination of the “carried interest loophole,” a casualty to Sinema that was meant to raise taxes on hedge fund money managers.
In came language to bolster oil and gas drilling in a package that overall is meant to steer the U.S. away from dependence on fossil fuels. That was a concession to Manchin, who also whittled the size of the bill down largely because he said he did not want it to increase inflation.
Democrats essentially had to buy off Manchin and then Sinema to get the bill through the Senate, and both used their leverage to get a lot of what they wanted.
It’s another lesson in the basic politics of the Senate. If your vote is needed, you can get paid in provisions for your state and interest, something both Manchin and Sinema got in spades.
Sinema flexed her political muscle early in the negotiations when she ruled out proposals to increase the corporate tax rate from 21 percent to 25 percent and to raise the top marginal income tax rate on wealthy individuals.
Democratic colleagues were stunned by her hard line as they assumed corporate and top-bracket income tax breaks would be at the core of any budget reconciliation package.
Some other Democrats tried to use their leverage as well by threatening to derail the package if it included language that would be unpalatable to their constituents.
Sen. Bob Menendez (D-N.J.) said he would vote against the final reconciliation bill if it included any Republican-sponsored amendments on immigration and some Western Democrats warned they might vote “no” if a drought relief provision sought by Sinema penalized their home states.
Democrats hope for some help in the midterms
The Democratic base has been down in the dumps for months — in part because of a sense that its political leaders were getting little done in Washington.
This feeling was always subjective and partly linked to expectations members of the party set.
In his first year in office, Biden saw Democratic majorities approve a massive coronavirus relief package months into his term, and later a trillion-dollar infrastructure bill that will make major investments in roads and bridges across the country.
But because the Build Back Better agenda was blocked — and because a fair number of Democrats identified that as their real top priority — there was a sense the party had accomplished close to nothing.
That feeling contributed to Biden’s negative polling numbers that were already down because of frustration over inflation and high gas prices.
The expectation for much of 2021 was that Democrats would not get much of Build Back Better done. Instead, they are on the verge of passing a $740 billion chunk of it.
The party hopes it will make the base feel a little more strongly about going to the polls to back Democratic House and Senate candidates in November.
Schumer showed his mettle as a leader
Schumer faced a lot of questions about his ability to lead a razor-thin 50-50 Senate majority when he took over control over the upper chamber in January of last year.
Progressives pressed him from the start to consider tossing out the Senate filibuster to pass big, bold proposals such as election reform despite the slim Democratic majority.
Democratic senators said if they failed to pass legislation to tackle climate change the session would have been something of a disappointment.
Prospects for climate change and tax reform legislation looked bleak after Schumer and Manchin blew up at each other in a July 14 meeting but Manchin came back to the leader a few days later looking to rekindle a deal.
Schumer declared the resulting compromise “one of the most comprehensive and impactful bills Congress has seen in decades.”
Getting Manchin to agree to the most sweeping climate bill ever passed by Congress despite the strong opposition of the West Virginia Coal Association will go down in the books as an impressive example of leadership and deal-making.
Getting Sinema to agree to give Medicare power to negotiate lower drug prices is another impressive accomplishment. Senate Finance Committee Chairman Ron Wyden (D-Ore.) hailed it as a “seismic shift” in power between the government and the pharmaceutical industry.
And Schumer kept Sanders, chair of the Senate Budget Committee, from defecting, despite his loud grumblings that the bill fell far short of what the American public needs to better afford health care, child care and housing.
Democrats voted en masse to defeat several attempts by Sanders to change the bill after Schumer urged them to keep the legislation free of changes. The Vermont senator still stuck with his leader to pass the Inflation Reduction Act Sunday afternoon.
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Holly Willoughby has got people talking over the weekend after she not only showed off a new look but also 'broke the internet' with an unusually saucy snap on social media. The This Morning host returned to Instagram last Thursday (August 4) during her break from the ITV daytime show as she promoted her latest range with Marks and Spencer - and she looked pretty different.
The 41-year-old was snapped in a field as the sun shone down on her while donning a purple and yellow patterned tea dress with long sleeves and tie neck detailing. The change, however, was with Holly's hair as he usual short blonde locks had suddenly grown by a couple of inches.
"A summer state of mind," she captioned the promotional post. "New hair and new favourite pieces, courtesy of M&S! This gorgeous floral-print dress is perfect for those warm summer evenings. Keep an eye out for more of my top picks over." Holly then added: "…All this Vit D’s making my hair grow."
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She then continued her Instagram spree as she marked 15 years of marriage to her husband Dan Baldwin by sharing a cheeky photo. The 41-year-old posted a black and white photo on Instagram of herself swimming underwater wearing a pair of black bottoms with her married name emblazoned on the back.
While she still goes by Willoughby her swimwear proudly bears the name 'Mrs Baldwin'. Holly shared the arty photo with the caption: "Mrs Baldwin 4 ever… #15yearsmarried #love." And she added bride and groom and heart emojis.
But there's another sizzling new picture of mum-of-three Holly as she continues to take time away from hosting duties. The presenter bared her natural face and showed off her new longer hair in a gorgeous shot has been shared to Wylde Moon’s Instagram account, which is Holly’s wellness brand.
Holly could be seen in a strapless gingham bikini in the photo. "Sunshine vibes from @hollywilloughby this weekend," the caption of the post read. "Who’s ready to soak up some of that lovely Vitamin D?! The best things in life are free," the post added.
And, of course, the compliments soon came flowing in. @mar_lorente_ said: "Gorgeous Holly!! And what a lovely backdrop. Very summery." @addy_eliza_ commented: "Such a beautiful woman!" @kirsty_hodgkinson wrote: "You are so naturally beautiful."
@somd_carmen penned: "Wow @hollywilloughby you look stunning." @hollywillslove replied: "As nature intended. Glorious photo of a glorious woman." @scotcherpaul added: "Beautiful lady."
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1inch Network hits $200 billion in trading volume on the Ethereum network
Hassan Maishera - Cryptowisser
2022-08-08 08:33
The 1inch Network announced via a tweet on Saturday that it has set a new milestone. The team said 1inch Network had processed more than $200 billion in trading volume on the Ethereum network. 1inch Network team will now be looking to achieve higher milestones over the coming months and years.
The 1inch Network is a DEX aggregator protocol across multiple chains, including Ethereum, BSC, Polygon, Optimism, and Arbitrum. 1INCH is up by more than 4.35% in the last 24 hours and is currently trading at $0.840 per token.
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DALLAS (AP) _ CECO Environmental Corp. (CECE) on Monday reported second-quarter net income of $4.4 million.
On a per-share basis, the Dallas-based company said it had profit of 13 cents. Earnings, adjusted for one-time gains and costs, were 18 cents per share.
The maker of air pollution controls and industrial ventilation systems posted revenue of $105.4 million in the period.
CECO expects full-year revenue in the range of $375 million to $400 million.
CECO shares have increased 29% since the beginning of the year. The stock has climbed 16% in the last 12 months.
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Company will use capital to further accelerate rapid retail expansion and online sales, as well as hire key team members to support continued record growth
CHICAGO, Aug. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Black Buffalo Inc. ("Black Buffalo" or the "Company") today announced the successful completion of a $30 million Series A equity raise, led by The Pritzker Organization ("TPO") and Listen Ventures, with additional participation from Watchfire Ventures, Vice Ventures, and UTC Ventures (an affiliate of United Tobacco Company). TPO Managing Director Jason Pritzker and Listen Ventures Managing Partner Jeff Cantalupo have joined the Board of Directors of Black Buffalo in conjunction with the transaction closing.
Since its founding in 2015, Black Buffalo has invested tens of thousands of hours of research and development into creating the industry's best smokeless tobacco alternative products, which include long cut and pouches varieties and which are marketed exclusively to adult consumers (age 21+) of nicotine or tobacco. The Company offers eight core products that contain pharmaceutical-grade, tobacco-derived nicotine but no tobacco leaf or stem, and these core products remain the subjects of a pending bundled Premarket Tobacco Product Application ("PMTA") application that the Company timely submitted to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration ("FDA") in September 2020. The Company has also developed a lineup of ZERO-branded nicotine-free, tobacco-free products. Black Buffalo has experienced continued record growth, with topline revenue up approximately 10x from the beginning of 2020. The Company's products received all three major 2021 Best New Product Awards from the convenience channel's leading trade publications.
TPO Managing Director Jason Pritzker remarked, "Black Buffalo's strategy and vision aligns perfectly with The Pritzker Organization's core competency of partnering with exceptional management teams to build best-in-class businesses over the long-term. We are excited to partner with Black Buffalo to continue driving their rapid growth."
Black Buffalo's President and Co-Founder Mark Hanson commented, "We are pleased to have such outstanding investment partners in TPO and Listen Ventures. Black Buffalo's business is experiencing unprecedented growth as adult consumers continue to seek out alternatives in the nicotine and tobacco segments. We believe that TPO and Listen Ventures will provide far more than just capital to accelerate every aspect of our business, including identifying new key hires in sales, marketing, manufacturing, and finance."
Black Buffalo's products can be purchased by adult (age 21+) consumers of nicotine or tobacco products at over 800 convenience stores and tobacco outlets nationwide, as well as online at www.blackbuffalo.com. To find the retail store carrying Black Buffalo products nearest you, please visit https://blackbuffalo.com/pages/where-to-buy-black-buffalo. Interested retailers may contact wholesale@blackbuffalo.com to learn more about Black Buffalo's industry-leading retail program to support sales at locations ranging from national convenience chains to corner-store independents.
About Black Buffalo
Founded in 2015, Black Buffalo has created the world's finest smokeless tobacco alternative products, backed by over 20,000 hours of research and development. In 2021, the Company's products were honored with the CSP Retailer Choice Best New Product Award, the Convenience Store News Best New Products Award, and the CStore Decisions Hot New Products Award. Certain of Black Buffalo's smokeless tobacco alternative products contain pharmaceutical-grade nicotine, which is an addictive chemical, and Black Buffalo's products are intended for use solely by adults age 21 and over who are existing users of tobacco or nicotine products.
On September 9, 2020, Black Buffalo submitted a bundled PMTA for its five long cut and three pouches smokeless tobacco alternative nicotine-containing products, marking a substantial milestone in the Company's history and ensuring the aforementioned products' continued marketing during the PMTA review process. On March 4, 2021, Black Buffalo received notification of the FDA's acceptance of its bundled PMTA. Further, on May 20, 2022, the Company received notification of the FDA's filing of its bundled PMTA, which reflected the FDA's determination that the Company's PMTA "is sufficiently complete to enter [the] substantive review phase." The Company does not use synthetic nicotine in its products, and therefore the recent federal legislation subjecting synthetic nicotine products to FDA regulation does not impact any of Black Buffalo's products. Additionally, the Company's products were on the U.S. market on August 8, 2016 (i.e., the so-called Deeming Rule's effective date.)
About The Pritzker Organization
The Pritzker Organization ("TPO") is the merchant bank for the business interests of the Tom Pritzker family. For over 60 years, TPO has focused on partnering with exceptional leaders to create value across a wide range of businesses. TPO looks for opportunities where it can add value alongside its partners, and grow businesses over a significant time horizon. TPO invests across any stage of a business' life cycle, from early stage to mature, through control acquisitions, minority stakes, and anchor investments in third party managers. Additional information can be found at www.pritzkerorg.com.
About Listen Ventures
Founded in 2010, Listen is a consumer-obsessed venture capital firm based in Chicago. Listen's team of investors, brand experts and creative capitalists operate a concentrated investment strategy partnering with extraordinary entrepreneurs to build the brands of tomorrow. Portfolio brands include Calm, Factor, Public Goods, Interior Define, Own Up, Miss Grass, Dame, and KiwiCo. Learn more at Listen.co.
Black Buffalo's Forward-Looking Statements
Any projections or other estimates herein are forward-looking statements and are based upon certain assumptions that Black Buffalo Inc. ("Black Buffalo," the "Company," "we," "us," "our," "ours," et. al as noted in context herein) has deemed reasonable. Financial, market, economic or legal conditions, the performance of the Company, regulatory developments, and other factors could cause actual results to differ materially from those set forth in the forward-looking statements herein. The business and prospects of the Company may have changed materially since the date hereof. Some of the factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from the forward-looking statements contained herein include, without limitation: (i) the contraction or lack of growth of markets in which we compete and in which our products are sold, (ii) unexpected increases in our expenses, including manufacturing expenses, (iii) delays or cancellations in spending by our suppliers or customers, (iv) delayed action on or issuance of marketing denied orders in response to our Premarket Tobacco Product Applications, or other negative actions taken by, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, and (v) the impact of the current coronavirus pandemic or other pandemics or natural disasters on our sourcing operations and supply chain. Forward-looking statements in this release are made pursuant to the safe harbor provisions contained in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995.
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Men's skin & hair-care brand, Black Wolf Nation has doubled its strategic business efforts by joining forces with Push The Envelope PR.
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla., Aug. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Fast growing, high-performance, solution-focused men's skincare brand, Black Wolf Nation, has announced a public relations partnership with bi-coastal PR agency, Push The Envelope PR to elevate brand awareness, expand retail partnerships, and increase sales growth.
In 2018, brothers, Sam and Alex Lewkowict launched Black Wolf Nation, a high- quality, affordable skincare line, specifically formulated for the daily needs and concerns of men. Since its launch, the brand has received increased consumer demand, and as a result, has expanded its product line into personalized hair care and body care. Alongside product expansion, Black Wolf Nation is now available for purchase at top retailers, including Amazon, CVS, Urban Outfitters, with additional big box retail partnerships to follow later this year.
"With this partnership between PTE and Black Wolf, we are excited to build our brand, expand our awareness and work to bring more men into The Black Wolf Nation," shares Sam Lewkowict, co-founder of Black Wolf Nation.
With a powerhouse of talented publicists that actively scale brands utilizing vast industry knowledge, the expertise of creative storytelling, and competitive brand positioning, PTE PR will support Black Wolf's journey in heightening brand awareness by connecting consumers to the brand, driving excitement, and placing Black Wolf ahead of competitors in relevant and crucial industry discussions.
"Black Wolf Nation fulfills a gap need within the men's skin, hair, and body care market. As a PR agency, our team is ecstatic to strategically represent a brand that breaks barriers and provides consumers with easy and affordable access to solution-focused products catered to the daily needs of men," shares Christie Corso from Push The Envelope PR.
Push The Envelope PR will collaborate with Black Wolf Nation to capture key messaging and brand voice to successfully leverage the brand's extensive product line, two founders, and major retail partnerships across all national media verticals including digital, print, and broadcast.
In a confusing world with too many different brands and even more confusing products, Black Wolf makes simple, solution focused products for problems that real men suffer with.
Black Wolf makes the best skincare and grooming products for high-performance men. Our goal is to get every guy in the world to stop using 5-in-1 body wash, and to start taking their grooming seriously…but not TOO seriously. We provide an approachable masculine option in a sea of brands and products that speak more to females or skincare experts than to most men. For more information, please visit: http://www.blackwolfnation.com/www.blackwolfnation.com // @blackwolfnation
Push the Envelope PR is a full-service boutique PR agency representing a thoughtfully curated collection of beauty, grooming, fashion, and lifestyle brands. Since 2006, the agency's creative strategies, industry tools, and strong media relationships have launched, elevated and scaled brands of all sizes. Utilizing a multi-tier approach that spans across communication strategy & positioning, media relations, influencer marketing, strategic partnerships, and events, PTE PR places brands at the forefront of media exposure with unmatched levels of consistency and results. For more information, please visit: www.pushtheenvelopepr.com // @pushtheenvelopepr
Press Contact:
Push The Envelope PR
Christie Corso
732.534.5132
Christie@pushtheenvelopepr.com
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