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Rivers State governor, Nyesom Ezenwo Wike says some politicians canvassing for votes to win 2023 presidential election do not mean well for the country.
The governor maintained that he is in a privileged position to know better, and will reveal their identities at the appropriate time so that Nigerians can use their votes to reject them.
Kelvin Ebiri, Special Assistant Media to the Rivers State Governor, reports that Governor Wike spoke at the flag-off of internal roads at Rumuesara, Eneka town in Obio/Akpor Local Government Area of Rivers State, held on Monday, August 29, 2022.
“Some other people are busy, putting themselves together on how they will take over leadership in Nigeria to loot the remaining ones this other people have already kept.
“I’m privileged to know and at the appropriate time I’ll tell you who these people are. You need to know what is happening in Nigeria. Forget about all these people running around saying they want to rescue or save you (Nigeria). Just watch to see what is going to happen next.
“All of us should be calm concerning what is happening in PDP. In fact, nothing has happened yet. But by the grace of God, something will happen.”
Governor Wike, pointed out that while his administration continues to flag-off and inaugurate projects for Rivers people, detractors keep sponsoring negative media campaigns against him.
The governor stated that despite such negative media comments, his administration has not relented in offering good governance to strengthen the relationship with the people of Rivers State.
“Look at us concentrating in giving our people good governance. What is good governance? Good governance is making the people to be happy. Good governance is providing infrastructure for the people. Good governance is not about party. Providing good governance is about leadership. We are here everyday flagging off projects, commissioning projects even though our tenure is coming to an end.”
Governor Wike noted how difficult it will be for seasonal politicians who have never done anything to better the lot of Rivers electorate to come to them and solicit their votes.
“Now that I have come to Eneka to provide this basic infrastructure, I can come back to Eneka and ask you to follow me, let us go there or let us stay here. Do they have what it takes to come and talk to you? Can they come and talk to you?
“It is somebody that hears from you that you have also hear from. This one you’ve not provided anything for my people, you’ve not asked them what they want, then you want to tell them where to vote.
“So, it is us that will come and meet you and say see where you’ll vote. And I know based on our relationship, since we have not deceived you, we have not told you lies, you will follow us at the appropriate time.”
Speaking further, governor Wike said Eneka fills a strategic place in his educational and political success story, which is why he cannot abandon its people.
According to him, he schooled at the Government Secondary School Eneka and had his council chairmanship sponsored by Senator John Azuta-Mbata, who hails from the town.
Governor Wike promised that his administration will soon commence reconstruction work at the secondary school in a bid to transform it into a modern standard learning facility.
He urged those who have encroached and developed structures on the land to vacate the premises to avoid the wrath of the State government.
The governor used the occasion to rename the Igwurata-Eneka Road to Sam Mbata Road. And promised that the State government will accord due recognition to the paramount ruler of Eneka before the end of his tenure in 2023.
Providing the description of the project, Rivers State Commissioner for Works, Dr. Dakorinama George-Kelly said the Eneka internal roads measure 5.3km long, 9km length of drains on both sides and will be completed in five months.
Chairman of Obio/Akpor Local Government Area, George Ariolu thanked governor Wike for extending such road infrastructure to Eneka people, which will invariably boost socioeconomic activities in the area.
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National Archives receives threats and praise for its role in Trump documents case, but doesn’t want either, letter says
By Zachary Cohen and Devan Cole, CNN
The National Archives and Records Administration says it has received both threats and praise from members of the public for its role in the ongoing dispute over Donald Trump’s handling of sensitive government records after he left office, including messages accusing employees of corruption and conspiring against the former President, or congratulating them for “bringing him down,” according to a letter sent to all NARA employees by the acting Archivist last week.
The notice from acting Archivist Debra Wall underscores the polarizing response to the ongoing dispute over Trump’s handling of government records, including documents with classified markings, that ultimately prompted the FBI to search his Mar-a-Lago residence earlier this month. And it demonstrates how the Archives — an agency that seldom gets much national attentional — is having to contend with its unique position in the center of a highly sensitive political and legal drama.
In the letter, Wall reiterated the facts of NARA’s role in a months-long effort to recover documents from Trump’s Florida resort — particularly as it has evolved into a criminal investigation by the Justice Department — defending the agency’s communication with Trump associates and the DOJ.
“The National Archives has been the focus of intense scrutiny for months, this week especially, with many people ascribing political motivation to our actions. NARA has received messages from the public accusing us of corruption and conspiring against the former President, or congratulating NARA for ‘bringing him down,'” she wrote.
“Neither is accurate or welcome,” Wall added. “For the past 30-plus years as a NARA career civil servant, I have been proud to work for a uniquely and fiercely non-political government agency, known for its integrity and its position as an ‘honest broker.’ This notion is in our establishing laws and in our very culture. I hold it dear, and I know you do, too.”
The Washington Post first reported on the letter and the agency released it on Monday.
Wall also acknowledged in her statement that in February, then-Archivist David Ferriero shared with NARA employees “information about Trump Administration Presidential records and the National Archives.”
“In NARA Notice 2022-082 and NARA Notice 2022-087, he wrote that NARA received 15 boxes that contained Presidential records from former President Trump’s Mar-a-Lago property in Florida, including items marked as classified national security information, and, accordingly, had been in communication with the Department of Justice,” she wrote.
“He also shared that NARA staff did not visit or ‘raid’ the Mar-a-Lago property; that representatives of President Trump informed us that they were continuing to search for additional Presidential records that belong to the National Archives; and that some of the records we received at the end of the Trump Administration included paper records that had been torn up,” the letter adds.
In its search earlier this month, the FBI recovered 11 sets of classified documents, including some materials marked as “top secret/SCI” — one of the highest levels of classification. CNN has previously reported that the Archives had been working throughout 2021 to get presidential records back from Trump.
Wall’s statement comes as Trump is asking a federal judge to appoint a “special master” — a third-party attorney — to oversee the review of evidence gathered in the FBI’s search. The judge handling his request has put both Trump’s team and the DOJ on notice that she had a “preliminary intent” to appoint a special master, though she cautioned that it should not be construed as her final decision on the matter. She has scheduled a hearing for Thursday in Florida.
The new statement represents the latest defense the agency has had to make this month following the search.
After Trump baselessly suggested former President Barack Obama had mishandled presidential records after leaving office by, Trump claimed, keeping more than 30 million documents, many of them classified, and taking them to Chicago, NARA issued a statement explaining it has “exclusive legal and physical custody” of the Obama-era records.
It added that NARA itself moved about 30 million pages of unclassified records to one of its own facilities in the Chicago area, that the classified Obama-era records are maintained in a separate NARA facility near Washington, and that “former President Obama has no control over where and how NARA stores the Presidential records of his Administration.”
This story has been updated with additional details.
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Why Most Enterprises Will Choose SLA over FDM 3D Printers
SLA vs. FDM
RED CREEK, NEW YORK, UNITED STATES, August 29, 2022 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The variety of 3D printers now on the market makes it challenging to select the best one for a given task. The problem is made more difficult because 3D printers are improving and becoming more accessible.FDM 3D Printer
FDM (Fused Deposition Modeling) is categorized under the material extrusion category of 3D printing technology. To produce three-dimensional objects, an FDM printer employs filament made of a thermoplastic polymer. Scott Crump, a Stratasys co-founder, created and patented this technique in 1989.
The filament is pushed into the hot extruder of an FDM printer. The filament is heated and deposited through the nozzle onto a build platform in a layer-by-layer process to create the finished object.
SLA 3D Printer
SLA (Stereolithography Apparatus) is a type of 3D printing technology that uses vat photopolymerization. Midway through the 1980s, American engineer Charles Hull created the first 3D printing technology ever to be patented.
SLA 3D Printer prints objects using a liquid resin material. In this method, the 3D object is created using a powerful laser. The liquid thermosetting resin vat in this method has a laser source at the bottom of it. When the liquid photosensitive resin is exposed to the laser, it is selectively flashed, curing (hardening) the substance. It is continued in this manner until each and every place on the layer has been exposed and hardened. Once finished, the procedure advances to the next layer and then to the next
View below; A Comparison for Choosing the right 3D Printer
The comparison information provided here will assist the user in selecting the right 3D printer for his usage and requirements.
MATERIALS
FDM: When comparing the materials of the FDM vs. SLA, various thermoplastic polymers, as well as composites in the form of a filament, are used by FDM printers. Since the base thermoplastic materials are cheap, the filaments are similarly priced everywhere over the world and are also quite affordable. Depending on the kind and caliber of the filament, the cost of a kilogram of 3D printing filament can range from $24 to $99.
SLA: A smaller selection of materials is available for 3D printing on SLA printers. SLA makes use of liquid resin-based photosensitive thermosetting polymers. Resin can range in price from $100 to $200 for a liter, depending on the material type and quality. The majority of SLA printer manufacturers manufacture expensive resins.
These materials are incredibly specialized and are employed in a variety of applications, including dentistry, jewelry, tough, high-temperature, etc.
COLOR AND BLENDS
FDM: The range of colors offered by FDM matches the material available. Any type of material can be blended with dyes to produce a wide range of colors, allowing designers and engineers a lot of versatility. Many different material suppliers also offer a variety of colors, and some manufacturers even provide bespoke color matching for picky clients.
SLA: SLA materials often come in black, gray, and translucent colors and do not offer a wide range of colors. However, because all SLA materials are blended versions of the original base material, they can all be used in application-based materials. While colors are often limited, however in some cases, experimenters can mix in their own pigments to generate a variety of colors, but this can be a challenging procedure.
SURFACE FINISH
FDM: Due to the minimum layer height, the surface finish produced by FDM printers is coarse, and the layer lines are easily visible. The line thickness, as seen from above, is typically around 400 microns (the bead resulting from the diameter of the nozzle).
Resolution or layer height refers to the ability to change the line thickness as seen from the side, which is usually adjustable between 50 and 400 microns.
SLA: SLA printers employ a laser to "draw" each line of the part, allowing for much thinner, more exact lines that produce a smooth surface finish. The lines created by the laser and their cured counterparts are around 20 microns wide.
ACCURACY
FDM: For larger features, FDM 3D printing achieves good dimensional accuracy. The dimensional accuracy is compromised and even inconsistent for smaller features. Depending on the 3D printer type (DIY, desktop, professional, or industrial FDM printer), this can also be hampered. Choosing the right 3D printer becomes difficult because accuracy also depends on calibration and slicer settings. Due to their shrinkage characteristics, materials also affect accuracy. The MakerBot method, one example of a precise 3D printer, uses a special heated build chamber to enable a high degree of dimensional accuracy.
SLA: The dimensional precision of an SLA printer is unsurpassed by the majority of other 3D printing technologies due to its ability to produce an extremely fine resolution. SLA is a fantastic option if the main goal is surface polish and precision on fine features (such as in jewelry or dentistry).
PART STRENGTH
FDM: Due to its capacity to print in well-known polymers and composites, FDM printers typically have an advantage when it comes to generating parts that are strong, useful, and long-lasting. For instance, printing in nylon carbon fiber will enable the production of a lightweight component with exceptional strength.
SLA: SLA printers are typically recognized for producing delicate and detailed parts rather than robust parts. Several factors bring this on. For starters, cured resins are frequently quite brittle. Another issue is that, unlike FDM prints, solid pieces cannot be produced with SLA since they would fracture, deform, and often result in print failure.
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A slight change in downtown traffic patterns was made by the McDonough City Council at its Aug. 15 regular meeting.
The council approved a request by a local business owner to change Ice Street just east of the square to a one-way street going southbound from John Frank Ward Boulevard to Keys Ferry Street.
Officials with the police department noted that the move would improve traffic safety in the area. The change will also provide for additional parking, and the subsequent removal of a concrete structure at the site will allow for green scape improvements to the surrounding property.
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HYDERABAD, Pakistan — Bishop Samson Shukardin has called for help for thousands affected by floods that have devastated his diocese and many other areas of Pakistan.
“I am receiving a lot of phone calls for help from my priests and people in various parishes of the diocese,” said the bishop. “Ninety percent of the territory of my diocese is flooded due to heavy rain. Many churches, parish houses and schools have been damaged by the deluge.
“It is indeed a sad time for the people of Pakistan as the country is facing a very challenging situation due to the heavy rains and flooding since July. The people are left homeless and hungry besides the families grieving for the loss of their loved ones.”
Ucanews.com report the bishop expressed concern about “farming families who have lost the crops and along with all this damage, they will be burdened by more loans, as they are already indebted to their landlords. Overall, it is a terrible situation, and I pray for the people who are living in this challenging situation with no proper shelter and no food.”
During Masses all over Pakistan Aug. 28, special prayers were offered for people affected by the floods, and Catholics were called on to contribute to the suffering, ucanews.com reported.
The same day, during a visit to L’Aquila, Italy, Pope Francis appealed for people to help Pakistan. In a tweet, he added: “Let us pray together for the people of Pakistan, hit by floods of disastrous proportions. Let us pray for the numerous victims, for the wounded and those forced from their homes, and that international solidarity might be prompt and generous.”
The government of Pakistan has declared an emergency in the country. Pakistan has experienced more than 14 inches of rainfall, nearly three times higher than the national 30-year average of 5 inches. The rain has primarily fallen on Sindh, Baluchistan and parts of Punjab provinces.
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Gunman in Sunday killing spree caught with help of technology, community
A combination of technology and help from the community led police to apprehend a suspected gunman accused of indiscriminately shooting four people, killing three Sunday morning, Detroit Police Chief James White said Monday.
Police hope the community will continue to assist in the investigation by helping to identify one of the victims, who is described as a Black woman in her 40s who lived near Wyoming and Margareta avenues.
After a nearly 13-hour, multi-agency manhunt led by Detroit police, the suspect, a 19-year-old male, was apprehended at his home in the 7300 block of Pembroke Avenue around 5:30 p.m. Sunday without incident. Someone close to the suspect had turned him in, White said during a Monday news conference.
Ballistic analysis and video surveillance from businesses that take part in the city's Project Green Light program assisted police in the investigation. At least one of the shootings was caught from afar on video, and a clear image of the suspect walking in the area was shared far and wide via news outlets and social media.
But while the suspected gunman was on the loose, Detroit communities were "terrorized," especially fearful for children who were preparing for their first day of school, which was Monday, White said.
White said the investigation is still in its early stages. While the shootings appear random, police were working to determine a motive. Police believe the suspected gunman has had no prior criminal history, had easy access to the weapon allegedly used in the shootings and may be suffering from mental illness.
White said he's confident the right suspect was taken into custody. But Detroit communities are still in pain, said Bishop Daryl Harris of Ceasefire Detroit.
"The needless kind of pain we go through when persons make a decision to commit this kind of violence, it disrupts our entire community," he said.
Ballistic analysis, surveillance footage key
White and Detroit Police Commander Michael McGinnis said a key piece of evidence against the suspect is ballistic analysis. Police recovered a 9 mm gun believed used in the shootings from the suspect's home, where he was apprehended.
Ballistic analysis revealed that the bullets from the gun matched the casings recovered from all four crime scenes.
Video surveillance played a key role as well, police said.
"I do want to community to understand how imperative it was to use our technology," White said.
"It's important for the community to understand this work that goes on behind the scenes, we are committed to keeping our community safe. And it is those relationships that got us to where we are," White added, referring to collaborations with the FBI and the Michigan State Police.
Four shot, three killed
The first shooting occurred around 4:45 a.m. near Seven Mile Road and Wyoming Avenue, where a 28-year-old man was approached by the gunman and fatally shot multiple times with a 9 mm pistol, McGinnis said. The gunman walked away after firing, then walked back to the victim and fired more rounds at him, police said.
Detroit police did not receive a 911 call for that incident, McGinnis said.
Police received the first call of shots fired about 30 minutes later, and about three blocks away. Officers discovered an unidentified woman laying on the sidewalk, suffering from gunshot wounds. The woman, who was killed, was first discovered by a neighbor.
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Shortly afterward, the first victim was discovered, McGinnis said. Police then heard more gunfire while investigating the two incidents, McGinnis said, in the 19800 block of Livernois Avenue. A woman in her 40s was waiting at a bus stop when the suspected gunman "walked by her and then with no provocation, turned around and fired multiple shots into her," McGinnis said.
"He then stepped away and then came back and fired more rounds into her," he said.
A fourth and final victim was shot in the foot by the suspected gunman about 7:10 a.m. a few blocks from Livernois Avenue, in the 19200 block of Pennington Drive. McGinnis said an 80 year-old man was walking his dog when he and his dog were shot by the suspected gunman, unprovoked. McGinnis said neighbors quickly applied a tourniquet and transported him to the hospital. The fourth victim survived.
Chief, mayor advocate for ShotSpotter
Both White and Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan pointed to Sunday's shootings while advocating for the controversial ShotSpotter technology. City Council is expected to soon vote on a potential expansion of the program using $7 million in COVID-19 relief funds.
Many in the community, fed up with bloodshed, have expressed support for ShotSpotter, a technology that detects and locates gunfire using audio. Others, however, have called it a tool for surveillance and have expressed concerns that it won't function properly, and that police and the ShotSpotter company will have access to private conversations.
Currently, ShotSpotter is used in the 8th and 9th precincts.
Duggan said that had the technology been deployed in the area of Sunday's shootings, the first incident may have been detected earlier, and further bloodshed avoided.
"There are an element of 'defund the police group' that intentionally put out false information," Duggan said. "ShotSpotter has no surveillance ShotSpotter has no cameras. All ShotSpotter does is say this is the location of gunfire with precision so the police can respond immediately." | https://www.freep.com/story/news/local/michigan/detroit/2022/08/29/detroit-gunman-shooting-spree-tech-community-shotspotter/65462331007/ | 2022-08-29T21:23:02Z | https://www.freep.com/story/news/local/michigan/detroit/2022/08/29/detroit-gunman-shooting-spree-tech-community-shotspotter/65462331007/ | true | 2 |
TRAVERSE CITY, Mich. (AP) — A judge began hearing evidence Monday to determine if five men will face trial for their alleged roles in a plot to kidnap Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer.
The proceedings in state court came six days after two men who were described as leaders of the scheme were convicted in federal court.
Michael Null, William Null, Eric Molitor and Shawn Fix, all from Michigan, are each charged with providing material support for terrorist acts as well as a gun crime. Brian Higgins of Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin, faces the same material support charge.
Judge Michael Stepka must decide if there is probable cause to send the men to trial in Antrim County, a low bar at this stage of the case. The county is the location of Whitmer's Elk Rapids vacation home.
Fourteen people — six in federal court, eight in state courts — were arrested in 2020 and charged in relation to the kidnapping plot.
Federal authorities said there was support to abduct Whitmer and spark a civil war, known as the “boogaloo,” before the 2020 election.
It's a “version of anarchy,” FBI agent Hank Impola testified Monday.
The Null brothers, Higgins and Molitor participated in trips to see Whitmer's home, according to evidence.
In federal court, Adam Fox and Barry Croft Jr. were convicted of conspiracy on Aug. 23. Ty Garbin and Kaleb Franks earlier pleaded guilty, while Daniel Harris and Brandon Caserta were acquitted at trial in April. | https://www.myjournalcourier.com/news/article/5-tied-to-Michigan-Gov-Whitmer-kidnap-plot-face-17405741.php | 2022-08-29T21:25:26Z | https://www.myjournalcourier.com/news/article/5-tied-to-Michigan-Gov-Whitmer-kidnap-plot-face-17405741.php | true | 17 |
DUBLIN, Calif., Aug. 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- TriNet (NYSE: TNET), a leading provider of comprehensive human resources for small and medium-size businesses (SMBs), today announced the addition of four renowned recording artists to its roster of thought leaders and influencers for TriNet PeopleForce 2022. The three-day, award-winning conference taking place September 13-15 will feature acclaimed leaders from the worlds of business, public policy, science, social justice, sports, entertainment, media and more. The live event will take place at the Theater at City Tech in downtown Brooklyn, NY, and virtually from anywhere.
The opening of the conference will feature a performance by singer-songwriter and actress Katharine McPhee, who rose to fame in 2006 as the runner-up of the fifth season of American Idol. She subsequently released a series of best-selling albums and had major roles in a number of television and Broadway productions.
Country music singer Lauren Davidson, who has been described as "an early Patsy Cline or Linda Rondstadt" and "the most underrated female artist," will kick off day two of TriNet PeopleForce. Singer, dancer and actress Victoria Renee, who has worked with hit music producers and artists including Boy Rekless, Young Yonny, and Tracie Hale, will open day three of TriNet PeopleForce. Loren Allred, who made her Billboard Hot 100 debut with the Platinum-selling "Never Enough" from the musical soundtrack to The Greatest Showman, will conclude the conference with a performance.
"I can't think of a better way to complement our incredible roster of speakers than with performances by these four amazingly talented artists, who collectively represent passion, purpose, and perseverance—the cornerstones of TriNet PeopleForce 2022," commented Michael Mendenhall, SVP, CMO and CCO at TriNet. "Their individual performances along with our entire roster of esteemed speakers are sure to be an inspiration for small and medium-sized businesses everywhere."
Previously announced speakers include Dr. Jane Goodall, DBE, Founder, the Jane Goodall Institute, UN Messenger of Peace, award-winning actor, musician and entrepreneur Riz Ahmed, global superstar and entertainer Lilly Singh, world-renowned chef and humanitarian José Andrés, best-selling author and feminist activist Gloria Steinem, former NASA astronaut Mike Massimino, and many more.
TriNet PeopleForce 2022 will provide entrepreneurs and SMB leaders with three days of outstanding speakers and dynamic sessions that will focus on this year's conference theme: passion, purpose and perseverance.
Register to attend virtually or live in New York by visiting peopleforce.TriNet.com.
About TriNet
TriNet (NYSE: TNET) provides small and medium-size businesses (SMBs) with full-service HR solutions tailored by industry. To free SMBs from HR complexities, TriNet offers access to human capital expertise, benefits, risk mitigation and compliance, payroll, all enabled by industry leading technology capabilities. TriNet's suite of products also includes services and software-based solutions to help streamline workflows by connecting HR, Benefits, Employee Engagement, Payroll and Time & Attendance. From Main Street to Wall Street, TriNet empowers SMBs to focus on what matters most—growing their business and enabling their people. TriNet, incredible starts here. For more information, visit TriNet.com or follow us on Twitter.
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A new initiative from the city of South Bend aims to make infill housing easier to build.
The city recently launched an online catalog with full building plans for seven different types of housing. Director of Neighborhood Health and Housing Elizabeth Maradik said each building type was designed with the city’s vacant lots in mind.
“The architecture and scale of each building was developed so that they could fit into existing residential neighborhoods,” she said. “The focus of the designs was to make sure there was simplicity, functionality — as well as that they could stand the test of time and making sure that they were cost-effective.”
Each plan set includes three facade variations, cost estimates and a zoning guide.
Developers will still need to acquire a permit before building any of the pre-approved homes. But city officials say using those plans can save home builders $300-500,000 in design costs.
“The only way to tackle housing affordability is to build more housing units — and that induces single-family homes, duplexes, triplexes and larger-scale units, as well,” Mayor James Mueller said.
The city’s catalog includes designs for two to four-bedroom single-family homes, as well as carriage houses, duplexes and small apartment buildings.
“What I’m most excited about, quite frankly, is the duplex,” developer Mike Keen said. “And the reason for that is that in these neighborhoods, if we can make every homeowner also a landlord, now they not only have an additional income stream, but they’re providing affordable housing themselves to the neighborhood.”
Developers and individuals can apply to use the city’s pre-approved building plans online.
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WFO BUFFALO Warnings, Watches and Advisories for Monday, August 29, 2022
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SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING
Severe Weather Statement
National Weather Service Buffalo NY
433 PM EDT Mon Aug 29 2022
...THE SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING FOR SOUTHEASTERN CATTARAUGUS
COUNTY IS CANCELLED...
The severe thunderstorm which prompted the warning has moved to the
east into Allegany county. Therefore, the warning has been cancelled.
...A SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 515 PM EDT
FOR SOUTH CENTRAL LIVINGSTON AND ALLEGANY COUNTIES...
At 432 PM EDT, a severe thunderstorm was located 8 miles east of
Cuba, or 10 miles northwest of Wellsville, moving northeast at 35
mph.
HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Expect damage to trees and power lines.
Locations impacted include...
Wellsville, Alfred, Belfast, Whitesville, Friendship, Scio, Andover,
Belmont, Angelica and Alma.
This includes Interstate 86 between exits 29 and 33.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a
building.
...THE SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING FOR EASTERN WYOMING...WEST CENTRAL
LIVINGSTON AND SOUTHEASTERN GENESEE COUNTIES WILL EXPIRE AT 445 PM
EDT...
The storm which prompted the warning has moved out of the area.
Therefore, the warning will be allowed to expire.
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B.C. small business owners are losing their confidence in seeing success in this province, amid inflation and labour shortages, an August report by the the Canadian Federation of Independent Business suggests.
The latest Business Barometer report details a 46 per cent short-term index and forecasts a weakened business performance over the next three months, with the 12-month outlook is at its lowest level of 50 per cent since June 2020.
Both indexes are 23 per centage points below their 2010-2019 average, which reflects the challenging economic conditions small businesses are facing in B.C.
“Small business owners continue to feel the pressures of higher costs and labour shortages, and they’re taking a wait-and-see approach,” said Simon Gaudreault, chief economist and vice president of research at CFIB. “They are cautious about the future, which impacts confidence, hiring plans and business growth plans.”
According to the federation, skilled and semi-or unskilled labour shortages continue to be the top factors limiting business growth in the province. In addition, fuel and energy costs, as well as wages, have remained the top cost constraints for 71 per cent of B.C. small businesses, alongside taxes and regulations.
The share of B.C. businesses reporting being in bad shape increased by three per cent between July and Aug. (20 to 23 per cent). Hiring plans have decreased significantly since May as the number of firms planning on laying off staff reported is almost doubled with an increase of ten per cent (11 to 21 per cent).
“The fact that both short-term and long-term business optimism in the province is 23 per cent below the 2010-2019 average should sound the alarm for all levels of governments to provide cost relief to small businesses”, said Jairo Yunis, senior policy analyst for B.C.
“For example, the B.C. government can help businesses by refunding WorkSafeBC’s $3.4 billion surplus, providing fuel cost relief, and reducing payroll costs.”
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Kirkland’s Inc. (NASDAQ: KIRK) kicked off on August 26, 2022, at the price of $4.69, down -10.81% from the previous trading day. During the day, the shares moved up to $4.92 and dropped to $4.20 before settling in for the closing price of $4.72. Over the past 52 weeks, KIRK has traded in a range of $2.98-$27.22.
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A company in the Consumer Cyclical sector has dropped its sales by -1.20% annually for the last half of the decade. While this was happening, its average annual earnings per share was recorded 414.00%. With a float of $11.43 million, this company’s outstanding shares have now reached $12.56 million.
In an organization with 1000 employees, it is important to assess its efficiency. In terms of profitability, gross margin is +17.23, operating margin of +4.61, and the pretax margin is +4.54.
Kirkland’s Inc. (KIRK) Insider Updates
Our next focus will be how large-scale investors are participating in this stock of the Specialty Retail Industry. The insider ownership of Kirkland’s Inc. is 10.00%, while institutional ownership is 68.50%. The most recent insider transaction that took place on Mar 22, was worth 135,600. In this transaction CFO and COO of this company sold 12,000 shares at a rate of $11.30, taking the stock ownership to the 131,442 shares. Before that another transaction happened on Mar 21, when Company’s Director bought 2,242 for $11.14, making the entire transaction worth $24,978. This insider now owns 5,336 shares in total.
Kirkland’s Inc. (KIRK) Performance Highlights and Predictions
In the latest quarterly report, which was put into the public domain on 4/29/2022, the organization reported -$0.63 earnings per share (EPS), lower than consensus estimate (set at -$0.28) by -$0.35. This company achieved a net margin of +3.95 while generating a return on equity of 25.02. Wall Street market experts anticipate that the next fiscal year will bring earnings of -0.2 per share during the current fiscal year.
According to the Wall Street analysts, stocks earnings will be around 414.00% per share during the next fiscal year. For the long-term projections, market analysts anticipate that the company’s EPS will surge by 5.00% during the next five years compared to 17.10% growth over the previous five years of trading.
Kirkland’s Inc. (NASDAQ: KIRK) Trading Performance Indicators
Take a look at Kirkland’s Inc.’s (KIRK) current performance indicators. Last quarter, stock had a quick ratio of 0.10. In addition, a publicly-traded company’s price to sales ratio for the trailing twelve months stands at 0.11.
For the trailing twelve months, Company’s Diluted EPS (Earnings per Share) is 0.84, a number that is poised to hit -0.87 in the next quarter and is forecasted to reach 0.26 in one year’s time.
Technical Analysis of Kirkland’s Inc. (KIRK)
Let’s dig in a bit further. During the last 5-days, its volume was 1.44 million. That was better than the volume of 0.94 million it reported in year-ago period. As of the previous 9 days, the stock’s Stochastic %D was 22.74%. Additionally, its Average True Range was 0.64.
During the past 100 days, Kirkland’s Inc.’s (KIRK) raw stochastic average was set at 18.67%, which indicates a significant decrease from 28.88% during the past two weeks. Based on volatility metrics of the stock, it showed a historical volatility of 194.14% in the past 14 days, which was higher than the 116.14% volatility it showed in the past 100 days.
At the time of writing, stock’s 50-day Moving Average is $3.92, while its 200-day Moving Average is $10.60. However, in the short run, Kirkland’s Inc.’s stock first resistance to watch stands at $4.69. Second resistance stands at $5.16. The third major resistance level sits at $5.41. If the price goes on to break the first support level at $3.97, it is likely to go to the next support level at $3.72. Assuming the price breaks the second support level, the third support level stands at $3.25.
Kirkland’s Inc. (NASDAQ: KIRK) Key Stats
The company with the Market Capitalisation of 60.12 million has total of 12,728K Shares Outstanding. Its annual sales at the moment are 558,180 K in contrast with the sum of 22,030 K annual income. Company’s last quarter sales were recorded 103,290 K and last quarter income was -7,860 K. | https://newsdaemon.com/2022/08/29/now-that-kirklands-inc-s-volume-has-hit-1-24-million-investors-get-a-glimpse-of-its-size/ | 2022-08-29T21:46:15Z | https://newsdaemon.com/2022/08/29/now-that-kirklands-inc-s-volume-has-hit-1-24-million-investors-get-a-glimpse-of-its-size/ | false | 6580 |
A 4-year-old boy was shot and injured when a gunman opened fire inside of a Philadelphia barbershop late Sunday afternoon, police said.
Officers said the barbershop was filled with kids getting back-to-school haircuts on the eve of many students' first day.
Philadelphia police said it happened on the 5000 block of Rising Sun Avenue in the Olney neighborhood at about 5:15 p.m.
Investigators said the gunman walked to back of crowded barbershop where an argument broke out. The suspect fired at least three shots, one of which striking the 4-year-old boy in crossfire.
The child was hit in the shoulder, police said.
Officers said the gunman then ran in an unknown direction.
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The father attempted to take his son to the hospital, but got into a crash at 13th Street and Grange Avenue, police said. The driver of the other vehicle involved then volunteered to take the two to the hospital.
The 4 year old suffered injuries from the car crash and and the shooting, authorities said. He was listed in stable condition at Einstein Medical Center.
NBC10 reporter Brian Sheehan said a woman who had several kids in the shop told police there’s no way her kids can go to school tomorrow.
"Speaking to one of the witnesses, they said, and I quote, ‘it was full of children,'" Philadelphia Police Inspector DF Pace said.
Police said no arrests have been made in the case.
In a separate shooting Sunday afternoon, a 13-year-old boy was injured after being shot in the leg in Philadelphia's Strawberry Mansion neighborhood, police said.
Entering Sunday, 147 minors have been shot in Philadelphia this year, according to data from the city controller's office. That's roughly 11% of the total number of shooting victims so far in 2022.
There are additional resources for people or communities that have endured gun violence in Philadelphia. Further information can be found here. | https://www.nbclosangeles.com/news/national-international/4-year-old-boy-shot-inside-philadelphia-barbershop/2973958/ | 2022-08-29T21:48:42Z | https://www.nbclosangeles.com/news/national-international/4-year-old-boy-shot-inside-philadelphia-barbershop/2973958/ | false | 11 |
- Alpine promoted Oscar Piastri to a race seat for 2023, but that move was rejected by the young Australian.
- Piastri, however, is believed to have signed an agreement to race for McLaren, hence Daniel Ricciardo’s impending departure.
- The deal has some parallels to an IndyCar deal involving McLaren.
Formula 1’s silly season is expected to take a further step shortly with the FIA’s Contract Recognition Board scheduled to meet on Monday to assess Oscar Piastri’s case.
It is a body that rarely meets, but when it does it includes four lawyers who will determine the legality of respective contracts. Alpine promoted Piastri to a race seat for 2023 but that move was rejected by the young Australian, who is believed to have signed an agreement to race for McLaren, hence Daniel Ricciardo’s impending departure.
The deal has some parallels to an IndyCar deal involving McLaren. In that one, McLaren claims it has signed defending IndyCar champion Alex Palou for next year. Palou's current team boss in IndyCar, Chip Ganassi, says Palou is under contract with Chip Ganassi Racing for 2023.
McLaren has so far remained silent on the Piastri controversy.
Alpine boss Otmar Szafnauer outlined that “I've seen both sides of the argument (between Alpine and Piastri) and we're confident that Oscar signed with us back in November. And there are certain things that need to be in the contract and I'm confident they're in there.
"I rarely like to talk about details of driver contracts but two things I can say: one, there was no ‘by the 31st of July you have to do some things or therefore you can get out’. It's not in the contract that he signed and the term of the contract is through 2024 with an option at the end of ‘23. So I'll just say those things, but there's a lot more in it but like I said, I don't really like to talk about specifics.”
On who will be teaming with Esteban Ocon next season, Szafnauer simply commented: “Once we have all the information in front of us, we'll start looking at who will fill the open seat.”
Ricciardo has been touted as the front-runner but commented in Belgium that he wants to assess his future after the current triple-header of events in order to avoid making emotional decisions. It is understood by Autoweek that Alpine has asked about Pierre Gasly, who is already contracted to AlphaTauri for 2023.
On-track, Alpine had a strong weekend at Spa, with Fernando Alonso finishing fifth, and Ocon charging from the back to seventh, which included two well-judged double overtaking moves. That gives Alpine a 20-point buffer over McLaren in the race for fourth in the standings. At Spa, McLaren's Lando Norris was only 12th and Ricciardo a dismal 15th, stymied by the MCL36’s draggy nature. | https://www.autoweek.com/racing/formula-1/a41020381/special-f1-board-of-lawyers-to-hear-oscar-piastri-case/ | 2022-08-29T21:49:56Z | https://www.autoweek.com/racing/formula-1/a41020381/special-f1-board-of-lawyers-to-hear-oscar-piastri-case/ | true | 1 |
Beldex (BDX) traded 1.6% higher against the US dollar during the one day period ending at 16:00 PM ET on August 29th. Beldex has a market capitalization of $174.41 million and approximately $1.42 million worth of Beldex was traded on exchanges in the last 24 hours. One Beldex coin can currently be bought for $0.0587 or 0.00000291 BTC on cryptocurrency exchanges. Over the last seven days, Beldex has traded 5.2% higher against the US dollar.
Here’s how other cryptocurrencies have performed over the last 24 hours:
- Electroneum (ETN) traded 1.8% higher against the dollar and now trades at $0.0025 or 0.00000012 BTC.
- TurtleCoin (TRTL) traded 2.7% higher against the dollar and now trades at $0.0000 or 0.00000000 BTC.
- Qwertycoin (QWC) traded flat against the dollar and now trades at $0.0000 or 0.00000000 BTC.
- Citadel (CTL) traded 10.6% higher against the dollar and now trades at $0.0069 or 0.00000034 BTC.
- uPlexa (UPX) traded down 3.4% against the dollar and now trades at $0.0000 or 0.00000000 BTC.
- CROAT (CROAT) traded flat against the dollar and now trades at $0.0007 or 0.00000003 BTC.
- BitcoiNote (BTCN) traded flat against the dollar and now trades at $0.0025 or 0.00000006 BTC.
- ZumCoin (ZUM) traded down 49.6% against the dollar and now trades at $0.0000 or 0.00000000 BTC.
- Newton Coin Project (NCP) traded flat against the dollar and now trades at $0.0000 or 0.00000000 BTC.
About Beldex
BDX is a proof-of-work (PoW) coin that uses the
hashing algorithm. It was first traded on August 15th, 2018. Beldex’s total supply is 9,903,120,858 coins and its circulating supply is 2,973,120,858 coins. Beldex’s official Twitter account is @BeldexCoin and its Facebook page is accessible here. Beldex’s official website is beldex.io. The official message board for Beldex is medium.com/beldex.
According to CryptoCompare, “BELDEX is a cryptocurrency ecosystem that has emerged with the sole purpose of resolving some of the key issues faced by the crypto world like privacy, liquidity, and usability. BELDEX coins cannot be traced back due to encryption. This is achieved by masking the sender and receiver addresses. With the usage of RingXT coin algorithm, BELDEX ensures “stealth” mode during the transactions. “
Beldex Coin Trading
It is usually not presently possible to buy alternative cryptocurrencies such as Beldex directly using US dollars. Investors seeking to trade Beldex should first buy Ethereum or Bitcoin using an exchange that deals in US dollars such as Gemini, Changelly or Coinbase. Investors can then use their newly-acquired Ethereum or Bitcoin to buy Beldex using one of the exchanges listed above.
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For the readers interested in the stock health of Sorrento Therapeutics Inc. (SRNE). It is currently valued at $2.06. When the transactions were called off in the previous session, Stock hit the highs of $2.21, after setting-off with the price of $2.17. Company’s stock value dipped to $2.04 during the trading on the day. When the trading was stopped its value was $2.05.Recently in News on August 23, 2022, Sorrento Announces Significant Positive Pivotal Trial Results as Assessed by an Independent Review Committee (IRC) With Matured Long-Term (Over Three Years) Follow-Up Data of Abivertinib for the Treatment of Advanced Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC). Abivertinib is a novel third-generation epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR) inhibitor that irreversibly targets mutant forms of EGFR in advanced NSCLC patients who are resistant to first-line EGFR kinase inhibitor therapies. You can read further details here
Sorrento Therapeutics Inc. had a pretty Dodgy run when it comes to the market performance. The 1-year high price for the company’s stock is recorded $4.99 on 01/04/22, with the lowest value was $1.15 for the same time period, recorded on 05/12/22.
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Sorrento Therapeutics Inc. (SRNE) full year performance was -77.32%
Price records that include history of low and high prices in the period of 52 weeks can tell a lot about the stock’s existing status and the future performance. Presently, Sorrento Therapeutics Inc. shares are logging -77.87% during the 52-week period from high price, and 79.13% higher than the lowest price point for the same timeframe. The stock’s price range for the 52-week period managed to maintain the performance between $1.15 and $9.31.
The company’s shares, operating in the sector of Healthcare managed to top a trading volume set approximately around 2599159 for the day, which was evidently lower, when compared to the average daily volumes of the shares.
When it comes to the year-to-date metrics, the Sorrento Therapeutics Inc. (SRNE) recorded performance in the market was -55.91%, having the revenues showcasing 33.12% on a quarterly basis in comparison with the same period year before. At the time of this writing, the total market value of the company is set at 958.40M, as it employees total of 799 workers.
Sorrento Therapeutics Inc. (SRNE) in the eye of market guru’s
According to the data provided on Barchart.com, the moving average of the company in the 100-day period was set at 2.02, with a change in the price was noted -0.12. In a similar fashion, Sorrento Therapeutics Inc. posted a movement of -5.56% for the period of last 100 days, recording 9,982,796 in trading volumes.
Total Debt to Equity Ratio (D/E) can also provide valuable insight into the company’s financial health and market status. The debt to equity ratio can be calculated by dividing the present total liabilities of a company by shareholders’ equity. Debt to Equity thus makes a valuable metrics that describes the debt, company is using in order to support assets, correlating with the value of shareholders’ equity The total Debt to Equity ratio for SRNE is recording 0.81 at the time of this writing. In addition, long term Debt to Equity ratio is set at 0.63.
Sorrento Therapeutics Inc. (SRNE): Stocks Technical analysis and Trends
Raw Stochastic average of Sorrento Therapeutics Inc. in the period of last 50 days is set at 29.44%. The result represents improvement in oppose to Raw Stochastic average for the period of the last 20 days, recording 28.17%. In the last 20 days, the company’s Stochastic %K was 30.82% and its Stochastic %D was recorded 29.32%.
If we look into the earlier routines of Sorrento Therapeutics Inc., multiple moving trends are noted. Year-to-date Price performance of the company’s stock appears to be encouraging, given the fact the metric is recording -55.91%. Additionally, trading for the stock in the period of the last six months notably deteriorated by -20.85%, alongside a downfall of -77.32% for the period of the last 12 months. The shares increased approximately by 10.22% in the 7-day charts and went up by -21.76% in the period of the last 30 days. Common stock shares were driven by 33.12% during last recorded quarter. | https://investchronicle.com/2022/08/29/sorrento-therapeutics-inc-srne-is-primed-for-evolution-with-the-beta-value-of-2-19/ | 2022-08-29T21:52:49Z | https://investchronicle.com/2022/08/29/sorrento-therapeutics-inc-srne-is-primed-for-evolution-with-the-beta-value-of-2-19/ | true | 19675 |
Liz Truss ‘flip-flopping’ on energy bills causing ‘unnecessary worry’ – Labour
Liz Truss’s “flip-flopping” on support for families facing skyrocketing energy bills is causing them “unnecessary worry”, Labour has said.
The opposition accused the Tory leadership frontrunner and her rival Rishi Sunak of lacking a plan to deal with the cost-of-living crisis.
As the race to replace Boris Johnson at No 10 enters its final week, neither candidate has spelled out exactly how they would further support households this winter.
This flip-flopping by Liz Truss, floating one policy idea after another, is causing the country unnecessary worry about their bills
Ms Truss has argued it is not “right” to announce her full plan before the contest is over or she has seen all the analysis being prepared in Whitehall.
Over the weekend, the Foreign Secretary’s team said she is leaning towards targeted support over help for all, but maintained she is not “ruling anything out”, while it was also reported she is considering slashing VAT by 5% across the board.
Labour’s shadow chief secretary to the Treasury Pat McFadden said: “The more different ideas spill out of the Tory leadership crisis the clearer it becomes that neither candidate has a plan to deal with the cost-of-living crisis.
“It is energy prices that are driving this crisis. It is energy prices that are driving people to despair as they worry how to make ends meet.
“This flip-flopping by Liz Truss, floating one policy idea after another, is causing the country unnecessary worry about their bills.
“That’s why Labour’s plan is focused squarely on the energy prices which are at the heart of this – with a fully costed proposal to freeze bills over the winter months.”
Mr McFadden published a list of 10 of Ms Truss’s contradictory statements, starting with her allies claiming her apparent rejection of “handouts” in favour of tax cuts had been misinterpreted earlier this month.
The Foreign Secretary’s team was on Sunday forced to clarify that she “isn’t ruling anything out” after the BBC reported that she had “ruled out” direct support for every household to assist with soaring bills.
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BAGHDAD (AP) — An influential Shiite cleric announced Monday that he would resign from Iraqi politics, prompting hundreds of his angry followers to storm the government palace and sparking clashes with security forces. At least 15 protesters were killed.
Protesters loyal to cleric Muqtada al-Sadr pulled down the cement barriers outside the government palace with ropes and breached the palace gates. Many rushed into the lavish salons and marbled halls of the palace, a key meeting place for Iraqi heads of state and foreign dignitaries.
Iraq’s military announced a nationwide curfew, and the caretaker premier suspended Cabinet sessions in response to the violence. Medical officials said dozens of protesters were wounded by gunfire and tear gas and physical altercations with riot police.
As night fell, Saraya Salam, a militia aligned with al-Sadr clashed with the Popular Mobilization Forces security group. A small force from the special forces division and Iraqi Army’s 9th Division also joined to contain the militants as the clashes continued for hours inside the Green Zone, the seat of Iraq’s government.
At least one soldier from the special forces division, which is responsible for security in the Green Zone, was killed. Many others, including a civilian woman, were wounded, two security officials said. Several mortar rounds were heard.
The crackle of machine gun fire echoed throughout central Baghdad.
The PMF is an umbrella group composed of state-sanctioned paramilitary groups, the most powerful of which are aligned with al-Sadr’s rivals in the Iran-backed political camp.
Security officials said mortars and rocket-propelled grenades were used in the clashes, a culmination of intractable political impasse between the rival camps.
Iraq’s government has been deadlocked since al-Sadr’s party won the largest share of seats in October parliamentary elections but not enough to secure a majority government. His refusal to negotiate with his Iran-backed Shiite rivals and subsequent exit from the talks has catapulted the country into political uncertainty and volatility amid intensifying intra-Shiite wrangling.
Iraq’s majority Muslim population is split into two sects, Shiites and Sunnis. Under Saddam Hussein, the Shiites were oppressed until the U.S.-led invasion reversed the political order. Now the Shiites are fighting among themselves, with the dispute centering around power and state resources but also influence over the Shiite street.
To further his political interests, al-Sadr has wrapped his rhetoric with a nationalist and reform agenda that resonates powerfully among his broad grassroots base of supporters who hail from Iraq’s poorest sectors of society and have historically been shut out from the political system.
Many were first followers of his father, a revered figure in Shiite Islam. They are calling for the dissolution of parliament and early elections without the participation of Iran-backed Shiite groups, which they see as responsible for the status quo.
During Monday’s clashes, Saraya Salam, a militia aligned with al-Sadr gathered in the capital’s Tahrir Square to “protect” protesters, one of its commanders said.
A senior medical official confirmed at least 15 protesters were killed by gunfire.
Iraq’s caretaker premier said he would open an investigation into the shootings and said the use of live ammunition against protesters was forbidden.
Protests also broke out in the Shiite-majority southern provinces, with al-Sadr’s supporters burning tires and blocking roads in the oil-rich province of Basra and hundreds demonstrating outside the governorate building in Missan.
Iran considers intra-Shiite disharmony as a threat to its influence in Iraq and has repeatedly attempted to broker dialogue with al-Sadr.
In July, Al-Sadr’s supporters broke into the parliament to deter his rivals in the Coordination Framework, an alliance of mostly Iran-aligned Shiite parties, from forming a government. Hundreds have been staging a sit-in outside the building for over four weeks. His bloc has also resigned from parliament. The Framework is led by al-Sadr’s chief nemesis, former Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki.
This is not the first time al-Sadr, who has called for early elections and the dissolution of parliament, has announced his retirement from politics — and many dismissed Monday’s move as another bluff to gain greater leverage against his rivals amid a worsening stalemate. The cleric has used the tactic on previous occasions when political developments did not go his way.
But many are concerned that it’s a risky gambit and are worried how it will affect Iraq’s fragile political climate. By stepping out of the political process, al-Sadr is giving his followers, most disenfranchised from the political system, the green light to act as they see fit.
Al-Sadr also commands a militia and maintains a great degree of influence within Iraq’s state institutions through the appointments of key civil servant positions. His Iran-backed rivals also have militia groups.
Iraq’s military swiftly called on the cleric’s supporters to withdraw immediately from the heavily fortified government zone and to practice self-restraint “to prevent clashes or the spilling of Iraqi blood,” according to a statement.
“The security forces affirm their responsibility to protect government institutions, international missions, public and private properties,” the statement said.
Iraq’s caretaker Prime Minister Mustafa al-Kadhimi also demanded that al-Sadr call on his followers to withdraw from government institutions.
The U.N. mission in Iraq said Monday’s protests were an “extremely dangerous escalation” and called on demonstrators to vacate all government buildings to allow the caretaker government to continue running the state.
It urged all to remain peaceful and “refrain from acts that could lead to an unstoppable chain of events.”
“The very survival of the state is at stake,” the statement said.
Al-Sadr announced his withdrawal from politics in a tweet, and ordered the closure of his party offices. Religious and cultural institutions will remain open, it said.
The true motivations behind al-Sadr’s announcement appeared to be a reaction to the retirement of Shiite spiritual leader Ayatollah Kadhim al-Haeri, who counts many of al-Sadr’s supporters as followers.
In a surprise announcement Sunday, al-Haeri said he would be stepping down as a religious authority for health reasons and called on his followers to throw their allegiance behind Iran’s Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, rather than the Shiite spiritual center in Iraq’s holy city of Najaf.
The move was a blow to al-Sadr, who despite harboring ambitions to be a religious authority lacks the scholarly credentials to be an ayatollah. Al-Haeri, who resides in the Iranian holy city of Qom, once provided him with the legitimacy he lacked by designating al-Sadr as his representative in Iraq. He cut ties shortly after with the cleric, but continued to enjoy the support of his followers.
By calling on his followers to side with Khamenei, al-Haeri brought on a crisis of legitimacy for al-Sadr.
In his tweet, al-Sadr said al-Haeri’s stepping down “was not out of his own volition.” | https://www.8newsnow.com/news/international/ap-in-plot-twist-iraqi-shiite-cleric-announces-retirement/ | 2022-08-29T22:01:21Z | https://www.8newsnow.com/news/international/ap-in-plot-twist-iraqi-shiite-cleric-announces-retirement/ | false | 45 |
OMAHA, Neb. -- Three of the 12 unions negotiating with the nation's biggest freight railroads have reached a tentative deal which will deliver 24% pay raises, in line with what a special presidential panel of arbitrators recommended earlier this month to resolve the stalemate before a strike could happen.
The tentative five-year deal announced Monday covers more than 15,000 members of the International Association of Machinists, the Transportation Communications Union and the Brotherhood of Railway Carmen unions.
But the two biggest rail unions that represent engineers and conductors said over the weekend they still haven't been able to reach a deal their members would accept.
The railroads have until mid-September to reach agreements with all their unions before federal law would allow them to go on strike. If it gets to that point, however, Congress is expected to step in to keep the trains moving because a rail strike could be devastating to the economy. Lawmakers could impose terms on both sides or order arbitration.
Roughly 115,000 workers are represented by all the railroad unions. Even though they have been negotiating jointly as a coalition, each individual union now has to reach its own agreement with the railroads that its members will vote on. CSX, Union Pacific, BNSF, Norfolk Southern and a number of other railroads are represented by the National Carriers Conference Committee in the talks.
“It is critical for all stakeholders — including customers, employees, and the public — that all parties promptly resolve the negotiations and prevent service disruptions,” the railroads said in a statement.
The deal announced Monday closely follows the recommendations of an emergency board that President Joe Biden appointed last month. The board heard from both sides before issuing a 124-page report with recommendations. The railroads said they want to work out contracts based on those recommendations.
“This comes after a long, tough process that began almost three years ago and led us through every step of the Railway Labor Act, including a Presidential Emergency Board,” said Josh Hartford with the Machinists Union's Rail Division.
The tentative deal includes one additional paid leave day a year. The raises in the deal are bigger than the 17% ones railroads were offering but not as generous as the 31% raises the unions sought.
In addition to the 24% pay boost, the board also recommended five $1,000 bonuses in the five-year deal which is retroactive to 2020. Rail workers will see increases in their health insurance premiums each year as part of the deal, but their cost will be capped at 15% of the total cost of their health plans.
The railroads have said the recommendations that the three unions associated with the Machinists agreed to Monday will deliver the biggest raises in decades and increase average railroad salaries up to $110,000 a year by the time the deal expires in 2025.
The heads of the Sheet Metal, Air, Rail and Transportation Workers — Transportation Division union that represents conductors and the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen union that represents engineers said in a joint statement Saturday that the railroads still hadn't done enough to address their quality-of-life concerns. The unions have complained about strict attendance policies that railroads have imposed that make it hard to take any time off and about the increase in workload they have seen in recent years after freight railroads cut nearly one third of their workforces.
In their recommendations, the presidential panel of arbitrators said the unions' concerns about working conditions should be resolved through arbitration instead of being addressed in the new contract. | https://abcnews.go.com/Business/wireStory/12-rail-unions-announce-tentative-deal-24-raises-89012739 | 2022-08-29T22:01:28Z | https://abcnews.go.com/Business/wireStory/12-rail-unions-announce-tentative-deal-24-raises-89012739 | true | 31 |
Parents in Emo have written to the Taoiseach in an effort to have a bus service restored for up to 50 secondary students attending school in Mountmellick.
A letter written on behalf of 17 parents was sent to Taoiseach Micheal Martin, Minister for Eduction, Norma Foley, Transport Minister Eamon Ryan and Bus Eireann.
They say there has been a tradition of Emo post primary students attending school in Mountmellick and a bus service covered the route from 1968 until 2016.
In their letter the parents stated that in 2015, there were 15 children transported from Emo to Mountmellick secondary school. However, they acknowledged the number declined in 2016.
The parents stated that: “It was during this period, that the Bus Eireann school bus service ceased operating. Following the appointment of a new School Principal, Mr Larry Curtin, numbers attending from Emo have increased steadily - without the much needed school bus service.”
“In 2020, there were six pupils whose parents car-pooled from Emo and in 2021 eleven pupils attended Mountmellick Community School (MCS) from Emo by private cars. There are approximately 50 students from the Emo area who attend MCS from 1st to 6th year. A similar figure of 12 pupils is expected for the same school transport route for next year. A school bus service for the Emo to Mountmellick route would be viable for Bus Eireann into the future and it is urgently needed,” the parents argued.
They say Emo N/S is listed and registered as a feeder school for Mountmellick Community School yet there is no service available. Of the 26 pupils finishing primary school at Emo NS, the parents say 12 will be attending Mountmellick, which is by far the most popular option as the remaining pupils are going to Monasterevin(one pupil), Mountrath(five pupils), Portarlington(three pupils), Portlaoise College (two pupils), CBS(two pupils), and Rathangan(one pupil).
Although only a sixth of this year’s pupils from Emo N/S are going to Portlaoise, the parents claim it is the only location with school transport available. They are anxious to have a service reinstated between Emo and Mountmellick.
The parents stated that: “The uncertainty around the provision of a school bus to Mountmellick has caused huge stress and worry for both parents and students preparing for the return to school in less than a fortnight’s time.”
">According to the parents, “it is essential that children, of all abilities and of all places of residence, are enabled to travel to school and the operation of school transport schemes should support this.”
They have also written to the Children’s Ombudsman.The group said the Ombudsman for Children Office (OCO) report ‘School Transport in Focus’ (December, 2017) looks at school transport as a children’s rights issue. “The report states that ‘every child in Ireland has a right to an education and the availability of transport to school can be a critical component to realise that right’.”
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Police: Heroic employee confronted gunman in Oregon grocery store shooting, likely saving others
An employee who was killed in a shooting at a Safeway supermarket in Bend, Oregon, attacked the gunman in the produce section and tried to disarm him, likely preventing more deaths, authorities said Monday.
The 66-year-old employee, identified as Donald Ray Surrett Jr., of Bend, was hailed as a hero by police at a news conference. Surrett and a customer, 84-year-old Glenn Edward Bennett, also of Bend, were killed Sunday evening. Two others were injured.
“Mr. Surrett engaged with the shooter, attempted to disarm him and may very well have prevented further deaths. Mr. Surrett acted heroically turning this terrible event,” Bend Police spokeswoman Sheila Miller said at a news conference as she struggled against tears.
Police said Monday the shooter died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound and was near an AR-15-style weapon and a shotgun. Police identified the gunman as Ethan Blair Miller, 20, of Bend.
The gunman lived in an apartment complex behind The Forum Shopping Center. Witnesses said he began shooting Sunday evening as soon as he left the complex and continued firing as he entered the shopping complex's parking lot and then went into the Safeway.
Bennett was killed at the store's entrance, police said, and the shooter then moved through the aisles “spraying shots” from the assault rifle until Surrett confronted him in the back of the store in the produce section. The entire incident — from the first 911 calls to officers discovering the suspect dead in the store — unfolded in four minutes, Miller said.
Police entered the supermarket from the front and rear as shots were still being fired.
Bend Mayor Pro Tem Anthony Broadman said Americans “need to guard against the cynicism of thinking of these attacks on order and peace as regular, unavoidable things. I won’t accept that.”
“We know that in the face of the kind of chaos that we saw last night, we had brave first responders, brave citizens, people willing to stand up for their neighbors,” he added.
Authorities later found three Molotov cocktails and a sawed-off shotgun in the shooter's car. The Oregon State Police bomb squad was called in to sweep the store, the car and the suspect's apartment for explosives, authorities said, forcing the evacuation of eight surrounding apartments on Monday morning.
Miller said reports that there was a second shooter were not true. She said reports of other shootings around Bend at the same time were also false.
Authorities are seeking a search warrant to comb through online materials on an unspecified number of digital devices they found at the shooter's apartment but declined to comment on reports that the suspect posted his plans online in advance. Bend police are working with the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives to determine where the suspect got his weapons and if he did so legally, Miller said.
“We are aware that the shooter may have posted information online regarding his plan. We’re investigating this,” she said. "We have no evidence of previous threats or prior knowledge of the shooter. We received information about the shooter’s writings after the incident had taken place. And the shooter has no criminal history in the area.”
Those who were in the Safeway on Sunday described panic and chaos as the shooting unfolded.
Josh Caba, a shopper in the store, told KTVZ he was with his four children when he heard multiple shots.
“I immediately turned to my children and said, ‘Run!’ People were screaming,” Caba told the news outlet. “It was a horrifying experience.”
Oregon's elected leaders reacted to the shooting Monday with pledges to fight for more gun control.
“America cannot just shrug its shoulders at another mass shooting with loved ones grieving the loss of family and friends,” U.S. Sen. Ron Wyden, a Democrat, tweeted.
Gov. Kate Brown, a Democrat, said in a statement that the shooting was one of several in Oregon over weekend and that “Oregonians deserve to be safe from gun violence.”
Oregon residents will vote in November on one of the strictest gun-control measures in the nation. If passed, Measure 114 would ban large capacity magazines over 10 rounds — except for current owners, law enforcement and the military — and require a permit to purchase any gun.
To qualify for a permit, an applicant would need to complete an approved firearm safety course, pay a fee, provide personal information, submit to fingerprinting and photographing and pass a criminal background check. The state police would create a firearms database.
Bend is a city of about 97,000 approximately 160 miles southeast of Portland, Oregon.
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Associated Press reporters Claire Rush in Portland; Freida Frisaro in Fort Lauderdale, Florida; and AP Researcher Jennifer Farrar in New York contributed to this report. | https://www.wmtw.com/article/employee-confronted-gunman-oregon-grocery-store-shooting/41022316 | 2022-08-29T22:06:02Z | https://www.wmtw.com/article/employee-confronted-gunman-oregon-grocery-store-shooting/41022316 | false | 44 |
LANSING, Mich. — It’s been two years since the start of the pandemic and the Ingham County Circuit Court is still catching up. The court is tackling this issue by opening up a new courtroom, which is just outside of downtown Lansing.
This new court is part of Ingham County’s 30th Circuit Court, and it’s just a few blocks away from the district court. There are nearly 900 cases in the backlog to sort through after jury trials were put on hold during the pandemic. As you can imagine, your typical jury seating simply was not an option when we were social distancing.
The courthouse will been overseen by a visiting judge, and the courthouse is expected to be up and running in September.
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Welcome to the weekly news roundup of your Phoenix Suns.
I am not a summer person... never have been. Aside from the long, hot days, it’s the one season of the year that doesn’t (normally) have NBA basketball. In just 28 days the offseason will come to an end with Media Day, the start of training camps and preseason games. That - and the cooler temperatures - makes Autumn my favorite time of year.
While the Suns look like they will be going into camp relatively unchanged from last season, there is still plenty of time for change through a trade or trades to happen, plus there will inevitably be some new faces added to the camp roster via non-guaranteed contracts (teams can go into camp with up to 20 players on their rosters). The Suns presently have four open training camp roster spots so expect a few new faces to show up for camp on Sept. 27 but don’t expect many of them to stick around long. The talent they already have makes it extremely unlikely that anyone on a “show me” contract will stick around for long.
As the Kevin Durant trade speculation has ground to a halt, perhaps now the Suns might actually make an offseason trade that will at least slightly change the roster makeup before the regular season actually starts. If a significant trade actually happens, I expect Jae Crowder to be one of the Suns on the move.
Crowder is on an expiring contract, can still play a valuable role on a contending team and have been the subject of several trade rumors. At 32, Jae’s days as a starter may be coming to a close and his inconsistent shooting from three hasn’t endeared him to Suns fans but he’s still a strong defender. While Jae alone likely would not bring back much of a player upgrade for the Suns, as part of a package he could.
At this point, I don’t expect Cam Johnson to be traded but if a really good trade offer comes in, it’s a possibility. I expect good things from him this season and would hate to see them come with him wearing a different uniform.
While Dario Saric’s expiring contract could also be of value, I would expect other NBA exec’s to be as leery of his ability to come back from the knee injury that forced him to sit out all of last season as many fans are. Plus Dario was never known for his athleticism and his fit at either power forward or center is questionable. He can play at both spots but for various reasons isn’t great at either. These things make Dario a player that other GM’s will likely only covet if they’re looking for expiring contracts. After watching some Eurobasket highlights of Saric, I think he could play a fairly significant role for the Suns this season though and I’m not particularly eager to see him moved.
Unless the Suns make a deal for a better backup point guard, don’t expect Cam Payne to be on the move either. Whether you like the idea or not, Jones isn’t likely to trust anyone else already on the team as CP3’s backup just yet. The same goes for Landry Shamet. He didn’t prove to be a great backup for Book last season but who else on the roster do you trust with that rotation spot? After his lack of production last season, Torrey Craig’s trade value is mostly for salary matching purposes as an expiring contract. That may sound harsh but the truth often is. I would love for him to prove me wrong.
Many others can’t be traded until mid-season (Biyombo, Lee, Okogie). Technically, you could also count DA as part of this group but I think of him more as part of the group of players (along with Book, CP3 and Bridges) that just won’t be traded unless some amazing and unexpected trade opportunity suddenly presents itself.
Of course, any of these players could eventually be traded, depending mainly on who the Suns were getting back in return but, whatever you think of the current roster, the Suns will have a very strong team even if they mostly run it back this season. That’s something you don’t just walk away from easily so don’t expect James Jones to make any trades that might be considered a “reach”.
Quotes of the Week
“It’s a lot of fun playing knowing that your body will let you do what you want it to do.” - Chris Paul
“I don’t listen to the talking heads.” - Chris Paul
2021-22 Season Highlights
ROCKETS at SUNS | FULL GAME HIGHLIGHTS | February 16, 2022
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News & Notes
Why the Phoenix Suns Have a Huge Chris Paul Dilemma. The Heliocentrist
Will Ayton’s max deal give the Phoenix Suns buyer’s remorse? Hoops Habit
Suns’ Josh Okogie, Ish Wainright stepping up in FIBA African qualifiers. Arizona Sports
The major move Suns needed to make in 2022 NBA offseason. Clutch Points
“Knock knock mf” - NBA stars Donovan Mitchell and Mikal Bridges exchange banter during Mets-Phillies series finale. Sportskeeda
Devin Booker, Chris Paul dominating in Guard Camp will have Suns fans hyped. Clutch Points
The Most Important Player Improvement for Every NBA Team In 2022-23. Bleacher Report
Opinion: The Phoenix Suns Should Bring Back This Former Player Who Only Has 9 Fingers. Fastbreak
This Week in Suns History & Suns Trivia
On August 31, 2018. the Suns traded Marquese Chriss and Brandon Knight to the Houston Rockets for Ryan Anderson and De’Anthony Melton. Of the four, only Melton (76ers) and Chriss (Houston) are still under contract by an NBA team and only Melton plays significant minutes.
On September 3, 1968, the Phoenix Suns opened their first ever training camp, running mainly conditioning drills at Brophy Prep with camp at the high school lasting for one week. Phoenix also lost another coin flip with the Milwaukee Bucks on this day for the right for first pick off waivers. Milwaukee picked “tails.”
On September 3, 1994, the Suns signed Danny Manning as an unrestricted free agent. A 2-time All-Star, Manning signed a 1-yr, $1 million contract with Phoenix (all their cap situation would allow afford at the time) after making $3.5-million the previous year and turning down a 5 year, $35 million dollar contract from Atlanta.
The year before, Manning had made the rare choice of accepting his qualifying offer rather than signing an extension with his previous team (the LA Clippers) and become an unrestricted free agent for the 1994/95 season. When questioned about Manning’s decision to sign with the Suns for much less money, his agent replied, “It is not about money. It never has been and never will be with Danny. It is about winning.”
Unfortunately, Manning would tear his ACL during a practice on Feb. 6 and miss the remainder of the season after averaging 17.9 points, 6.0 rebounds, and 3.3 assists in 32.8 minutes per night. Up to that point the Suns were 36-10 and on top of the Western Conference. They were 29-13 for the rest of the season (59-23 overall) and lost 4-3 in the WC semi-finals to the Houston Rockets.
Danny Manning Shares Anecdotes about Playing with Charles Barkley & Jason Kidd in Phoenix
On September 3, 2013, after arraigning a buyout, the Suns waived Michael Beasley only one year after signing him to a 3-year, $18 mil contract. This is probably the most underrated (or perhaps just forgotten) move that former GM Ryan McDonough made during his time with the Suns. Beasley was originally signed to his contract by McDonough’s predecessor, Lance Blanks.
Classic Suns Highlights
Brandon Knight Triple-Double Highlights vs Lakers (2015.11.16) - 30 Pts, 15 Ast, 10 Reb
Danny Manning Suns 32 pts, 7 rebs vs Spurs (1994)
Important Future Dates
September 26/27 - Media Day/Training camps open.
October 2 - Suns vs Adelaide 36ers (Preseason game) 7:00 pm AZT
October 5 - Suns vs Lakers (Preseason game in Las Vegas) 7:00 pm AZT
October 10 - Suns @ Nuggets (Preseason game) 6:00 pm AZT
October 12 - Suns vs Kings (Preseason game) 7:00 pm AZT
October 18 - Regular season begins.
October 19 - Phoenix Suns vs Dallas Mavericks (Season Opener) 7:00 pm AZT
December 15 - Most players signed during offseason can be traded.
December 25 - Phoenix Suns @ Denver Nuggets 10:30 pm ET
January 5 - 10-day contracts may now be signed.
January 15 - All players signed during offseason can be traded.
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Columbus and Central Ohio Weather
QUICK WEATHER FORECAST:
- Today: Warm and humid, p.m. rain & storms, high 89
- Tonight: Scat’d showers & t-storms, low 71
- Tuesday: Morning showers, clearing later, high 84
- Wednesday: Mostly sunny & cooler, high 78
- Thursday: Sunny Sky, high 78
- Friday: Cool morning, then mostly sunny & mild, high 79
FORECAST DISCUSSION:
Good afternoon and happy Monday!
This afternoon and evening, heat and humidity will continue to act as fuel for more thunderstorms. Some of these could be strong to severe producing multiple strikes of lightning, brief heavy downpours and strong wind gusts.
Thanks to a southwest flow tonight, plenty of warm and muggy air will be in place and help to fuel another round of storms. Temperatures will slowly fall from around 90 this afternoon to the low 70s first thing Tuesday morning.
Rain and a few storms will stick around through the morning drive. This rain is along and ahead of a cold front that will cross through the area Tuesday afternoon. As the front crosses through the area, the chance for showers will start to clear out. Temperatures will be about 10 degrees cooler than today and max out in the lower 80s, which is right around normal for this time of year.
Behind the cold front, high pressure will start to build in Wednesday through the weekend. This will help to bring back sunshine, but a northerly breeze will keep temperatures below normal. Early morning lows will start off in the mid 50s and be followed by highs comfortably climbing up near 80 degrees.
Sunshine will stick around for Labor Day weekend and highs climb back into the mid 80s.
Have a great night!
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CALGARY, Alberta, Aug. 29, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Gran Tierra Energy Inc. (“Gran Tierra”) (NYSE American: GTE)(TSX: GTE)(LSE: GTE), today announces that the Toronto Stock Exchange (“TSX”) has approved its notice of intention to make a normal course issuer bid (the “Bid”) for its shares of common stock (the “Shares”). As of August 22, 2022, there were 368,871,685 Shares issued and outstanding and the public float was 360,339,690 Shares. Pursuant to the Bid, Gran Tierra will be able to purchase for cancellation up to 36,033,969 Shares, representing 10% of the public float, at prevailing market prices at the time of purchase, through the facilities of the TSX or alternative trading platforms in Canada, if eligible, or by such other means as may be permitted by the TSX, for a one year period commencing on September 1, 2022 and ending on August 31, 2023. Gran Tierra may purchase up to 514,658 Shares on the TSX during any trading day, which represents approximately 25% of 2,058,635, which represents the average daily trading volume on the TSX for the most recently completed six calendar months prior to the TSX’s acceptance of the notice of the Bid. Gran Tierra may effect repurchases from time to time in the open market; provided that the aggregate purchase price under the Bid shall not exceed USD$37.5 million without further consideration of and approval by Gran Tierra’s board of directors.
Management of Gran Tierra believes that the Shares, at times, have been trading in a price range which does not adequately reflect their value in relation to Gran Tierra’s current operations, growth prospects and financial position. At such times, the purchase of Shares for cancellation or to satisfy awards granted under Gran Tierra’s 2007 Equity Incentive Plan may be advantageous to stockholders by increasing the value of the Shares.
About Gran Tierra Energy Inc.
Gran Tierra Energy Inc. together with its subsidiaries is an independent international energy company currently focused on oil and natural gas exploration and production in Colombia and Ecuador. Gran Tierra is currently developing its existing portfolio of assets in Colombia and Ecuador and will continue to pursue additional growth opportunities that would further strengthen Gran Tierra’s portfolio. Gran Tierra’s common stock trades on the NYSE American, the Toronto Stock Exchange and the London Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol GTE. Additional information concerning Gran Tierra is available at www.grantierra.com. Information on Gran Tierra does not constitute a part of this press release. Investor inquiries may be directed to info@grantierra.com or (403) 265-3221.
Gran Tierra’s U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) filings are available on the SEC website at www.sec.gov. Gran Tierra’s Canadian securities regulatory filings are available on SEDAR at www.sedar.com and UK regulatory filings are available on the National Storage Mechanism (the “NSM”) website at https://data.fca.org.uk/#/nsm/nationalstoragemechanism. Gran Tierra’s filings on the SEC, SEDAR and NSM websites are not incorporated by reference into this press release.
Forward-Looking Statements and Advisories
This press release contains statements about future events that constitute forward-looking statements within the meaning of the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, and forward looking information within the meaning of applicable Canadian securities laws (collectively, “forward-looking statements”). Such forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, the belief of Gran Tierra’s management that the Bid will be advantageous to stockholders, potential purchases of the Shares for cancellation or redeployment under Gran Tierra’s 2007 Equity Incentive Plan, the potential value of the Bid for Gran Tierra’s stockholders and other benefits to be derived from the Bid. There can be no assurance as to how many Shares, if any, will ultimately be acquired by Gran Tierra.
The forward-looking statements contained in this news release are subject to risks, uncertainties and other factors that could cause actual results or outcomes to differ materially from those contemplated by the forward-looking statements, including, among others, unexpected changes in general market and economic conditions. Accordingly, readers should not place undue reliance on the forward-looking statements contained herein. Further information on potential factors that could affect Gran Tierra are included in risks detailed from time to time in Gran Tierra’s reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including, without limitation, under the caption “Risk Factors” in Gran Tierra’s Annual Report on Form 10-K filed February 23, 2022 and its subsequent quarterly reports on Form 10-Q. These filings are available on a Website maintained by the SEC at http://www.sec.gov and on SEDAR at www.sedar.com.
All forward-looking statements are made as of the date of this press release and the fact that this press release remains available does not constitute a representation by Gran Tierra that Gran Tierra believes these forward-looking statements continue to be true as of any subsequent date. Actual results may vary materially from the expected results expressed in forward-looking statements. Gran Tierra disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as expressly required by applicable securities laws. Gran Tierra’s forward-looking statements are expressly qualified in their entirety by this cautionary statement.
No Offer or Solicitation
The information in this press release is for informational purposes only and is neither an offer to purchase, nor a solicitation of an offer to sell, subscribe for or buy any securities or otherwise, nor shall there be any purchase in any jurisdiction in contravention of applicable law.
Contact Information:
For investor and media inquiries please contact:
Gary Guidry
President & Chief Executive Officer
Ryan Ellson
Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer
Rodger Trimble
Vice President, Investor Relations
+1-403-265-3221
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Henderson County Public Health: Seven safety tips for fairs and festivals
September is here, which means it’s time for the North Carolina Apple Festival and North Carolina Mountain State Fair.
The North Carolina Apple Festival is Sept. 2-5 in downtown Hendersonville. Shortly after comes the North Carolina Mountain State Fair from Sept. 9-18 at the WNC Agricultural Center in Fletcher.
Fairs and festivals are a great chance to get together, eat some great food and enjoy all the competitions. But these events also involve lots of walking, large crowds and dealing with the elements during the waning days of summer. It’s important to keep health and safety in mind when heading out to these events.
With that said, here are a few safety tips:
► Stay hydrated: It may be obvious but staying hydrated can take a backseat when you’re busy having fun. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says to drink plenty of fluids to avoid heat-related illnesses and to not wait until you’re thirsty to drink.
Stay away from very sugary or alcoholic drinks as these can cause you to lose more body fluid. Also, avoid very cold drinks because they can cause stomach cramps. If you have restrictions on fluid consumption, ask your healthcare provider how much you should drink while the weather is hot.
► Protect from the sun, heat: Protection from ultraviolet (UV) light is important anytime you spend time outside, even if it’s a cloudy and cool day. Those rays also reflect off surfaces like cement. Apply a broad-spectrum sunscreen with SPF of 15 or higher, according to the CDC, prior to attending an outdoor event and reapply as needed. Sunscreen works best when combined with other options. Wear a hat, sunglasses and weather-appropriate clothing for more protection. Take breaks in the shade or indoors when needed.
► Comfort over style: Comfortable shoes and weather-appropriate clothing can make all the difference during a long day at a fair or festival. To protect from the sun, the CDC says to wear long-sleeved shirts and long pants and skirts, when possible. If this isn’t practical, try to wear a T-shirt. Clothes made from tightly woven fabric offer the best protection. A wet T-shirt offers much less UV protection than a dry one, and darker colors may offer more protection than lighter colors. Pack a poncho or rain jacket if the forecast calls for rain. Good walking shoes are generally flat, but flexible, so your foot rolls with each step, according to the CDC. They should fit well, but leave enough room for your feet to spread out while walking. Wear socks that are comfortable. Try socks made of cotton or other sweat-wicking materials — they will keep your feet drier and help prevent blisters.
► Wash hands often: Fairs and festivals attract hundreds of people and provide many chances for surfaces, animals and food to be touched and germs to spread. With that in mind, wash hands frequently, especially in situations like after petting animals and prior to eating or drinking. Hands should be washed with soap and water for 20 seconds. If soap and water aren’t readily available, use hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol to clean your hands.
►Get the lay of the land: Look at event information beforehand and be familiar with the locations of medical, security and lost/found stations. Whether it’s a medical emergency or a missing item or child, knowing where to find help will reduce anxiety during an already stressful situation. It may also be helpful to plan a meeting spot with your group in advance in case someone gets separated.
► Be mindful of food safety: Food safety is just as important at a fair or festival as it is at a restaurant or at home. Before buying food, consider if the vendor is following the four steps to food safety: Clean, Separate, Cook and Chill. Is their workstation clean? Are employees using gloves or tongs when handling food? Are raw meats separate from other foods? Is the food cooked to the right temperature? Do they have proper refrigeration for raw ingredients? These are some questions to consider to avoid foodborne illnesses.
►Consider COVID-19 precautions: Henderson County is currently listed as “medium” in the CDC’s COVID-19 community risk level map. This means if you are at high risk for severe illness, talk to your healthcare provider about whether you need to wear a mask and take other precautions. Please get tested if you have symptoms of COVID-19 before deciding to attend a mass gathering.
Andrew Mundhenk is the Communications Manager for the Henderson County Department of Public Health. | https://www.blueridgenow.com/story/opinion/2022/08/29/henderson-county-public-health-seven-safety-tips-fairs-and-festivals/7929360001/ | 2022-08-29T22:14:36Z | https://www.blueridgenow.com/story/opinion/2022/08/29/henderson-county-public-health-seven-safety-tips-fairs-and-festivals/7929360001/ | false | 1 |
Software firm Corcentric, SPAC North Mountain end $1.2-billion deal
Software firm Corcentric and blank-check firm North Mountain Merger Corp said on Monday they would terminate their $1.2-billion merger deal, in yet another sign that the SPAC boom has fizzled out.
Special purpose acquisition companies (SPACs) offer an alternate route to list shares and gained popularity in 2020, but have seen a decline in interest with several companies abandoning deals, higher investor redemptions and tightening regulatory scrutiny since last year.
The De-SPAC Index, which tracks the performance of 25 companies that went public after merging with SPACs, is down nearly 60 per cent so far this year.
The Corcentric announcement also comes at a time when volatility in the U.S. market has spiked, triggered by the Russia-Ukraine conflict and interest rate-hike concerns. The merger first announced late last year was expected to close in the second quarter of 2022.
Earlier this year, FinAccel, the parent of buy now, pay later platform Kredivo, also scrapped its $2.5-billion blank-check deal citing adverse market conditions.
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Moxie robot review
Moxie review: A social emotional robot toy that’s a wonder to behold
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Embodied Moxie Robot
Moxie is the robot companion on a mission to learn how to become a good friend to humans. Sent from the Global Robotics Laboratory, or G.R.L. for short, what Moxie needs is a real-life robot mentor, and the G.R.L. has chosen that mentor to be a child. Designed to engage with kids who are struggling with emotional or social challenges—autism, anxiety, depression, and more—Moxie and its mentor go on a series of missions that help them both to learn and grow.
As the mother of a child with autism, when I learned about Moxie, I was intrigued. How exactly could Moxie help kids like my son develop their emotional skills? I wasn’t sure, but decided I wanted to find out. From the moment Moxie arrived, I was astounded.
What is Moxie?
Created by Embodied, Moxie the robot engages children in a daily 20-minute mission from the G.R.L. where its mentor, your child, will help Moxie learn to be a good friend to humans by understanding social cues, practicing patience, regulating emotions, and using appropriate listening and conversational skills. Utilizing video and audio technology, Moxie has the ability to see, hear, and even converse in a lifelike manner.
Programmed specifically to cater directly to the mentor’s needs and interests, their progress is updated and tracked in the parent app, which then adapts Moxie accordingly and offers parents helpful suggestions to supplement the learning journey.
Moxie requires a connection to Wi-Fi and a smartphone of at least iOS 12 or Android 6.0 to utilize the app, and there’s no fiddling with cables while in use, as Moxie is wireless.
How much does Moxie cost?
Moxie is available for purchase at a cost of $999 and requires a $39 monthly subscription with a 12-month commitment. If you wish to finance, $133 payments can be made to cover both the cost of Moxie and a 12-month subscription plan.
But if that’s not in your budget, Moxie can also be rented for $149 a month, on a month-to-month basis, and that includes the monthly subscription fee. There is also a one-time $89 reconditioning fee as well as a refundable security deposit.
Shipping to you is included for no cost, but shipping a rental Moxie back to the G.R.L. carries a $20 charge.
Getting started
Upon opening the box, I prepared myself to be overwhelmed. Technology is not my forte and Moxie, being a robot, is the epitome of technological advancements. However, to my surprise, Moxie’s setup instructions were simple and straightforward. Within 10 minutes I had set up the parent app, and Moxie was ready to go.
Awakening and stretching, Moxie looked around before saying, “Wow, it feels good to be out of the box. It was such a long journey.” Seeming to notice my son, Moxie’s expressive face lit up and announced, “I’m a robot from the Global Robotics Laboratory. It’s so nice to be here, wait…where is here?”
“In my house,” my son Bennett responded, and I waited with bated breath. Would he catch on that Moxie isn’t “real” before we even began? Right on cue Moxie responded with, “Oh, I’ve never been in a human house before. It’s nice! Are you my mentor, Bennett?”
What I liked about Moxie
Incredible technology
The technology that Embodied has utilized to create Moxie is standing-ovation-award worthy. So lifelike in its apparent understanding and appropriate responses, I often found myself forgetting that Moxie isn’t actually alive. From its facial expressions to the body language that matches the emotion being conveyed, Moxie feels like it is truly feeling what they want a child to feel.
And seemingly programmed with an endless amount of human interaction abilities, I still can’t wrap my head around how easily Moxie could respond to my son in all manner of conversation, even when that conversation topic was initiated seemingly out of the blue. For example, when my son asked Moxie how it slept last night, Moxie responded, “I slept well. I feel quite rested. Thank you for asking, Bennett. How did you sleep?”
At times when Moxie can’t understand or doesn’t respond appropriately, it crafts its misunderstanding with the reminder that it is still learning, and it’s OK not to understand everything; hitting the nail on the head both from a technological standpoint, and also in a way a child can relate to.
Encourages social connections
Encouraging kids to use their listening skills, patience, verbal communication, and to follow the task at hand, Moxie meets kids at their level, while creating a safe place for kids to be themselves. For example, when my son got frustrated during a mission, Moxie was quick to assure him it was OK to feel that way and asked if he wanted to do something else.
When my son answered “yes,” Moxie transitioned him into a guided meditation that encouraged his body and mind to relax. While basic, Moxie is able to support social emotional growth even in moments of fluster.
As the missions went on, it became clear that part of Moxie’s appeal to children, is that, unlike an authoritative adult teaching a child a skill, Moxie is eager to have the skill taught to it by the child; placing children in control and giving them the opportunity to feel important, wise, and accomplished.
Fun, fun, fun!
From the very official G.R.L. handbook to the “Do not disturb, G.R.L. training in process” door hanger, Moxie’s mission looks legit and takes away the stigma of needing social or emotional assistance, by replacing it with the proud honor of being a robot training mentor.
Each training mission is based in fun and humor, which keeps kids engaged and encourages them to come back for more. Using silly faces, goofy voices, music, dancing, jokes, and games, Moxie’s fun tasks encourage conversation, the reading of social cues, problem solving, and stress management. Often making my other children so jealous that they often lurk in the background trying to see Moxie on a mission, my son beamed with pride as he giggled his sessions away; a far cry from the embarrassment he has at times expressed when attending his traditional therapy sessions.
What I didn’t like about Moxie
Privacy could be an issue
With almost all advanced technology, there is some apprehension when it comes to monitoring one’s personal privacy. Although Moxie is COPPA certified, Embodied does collect and store both audio and video information so Moxie can recognize and appropriately interact with a child, and also so Embodied can use that data to improve its own technology.
There’s no way around it if you want to use Moxie, and a parent must verify their identity in order to agree to the policy, using the last four digits of a social security number, driver’s license information, or credit card information.
Not a hands-on toy
Moxie isn’t a toy to be physically played with, because doing so may cause it to break. Children with impulse control issues, aggressive tendencies, or kiddos who may be drawn to rough behavior might not be the best fit for robotics training with Moxie.
Should you try Moxie with your child?
Embodied has created Moxie with some pretty incredible technology. Its social and emotional learning benefits could be enormous for child development, and the fun is guaranteed. However, it’s important to consider whether your child will be able to play with Moxie in a hands-off fashion, because Moxie does come with a financial investment that could be costly if it were to break.
But as long as you are comfortable with that and Moxie’s data collection agreement, I would definitely recommend Moxie. I’ve been so impressed that, even though our testing period is over, I will likely continue renting Moxie so the missions with my son can continue. Children learn and grow so fast, and for a child who is struggling, any extra help will only come as a benefit to both their daily life and their future. If robot toys offer that support, I’m open to the idea
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BEIRUT (AP) — The granddaughter of a former Lebanese president Monday announced her bid for the cash-strapped country’s upcoming presidential elections on a platform critical of the Iran-backed Shiite group Hezbollah.
The country’s political woes are compounded by its crippling economic crisis, which the World Bank says is one of the worst worldwide in over a century. The Lebanese pound has lost over 90% of its value against the dollar, with three-quarters of its population living in poverty.
Tracy Chamoun, 61, has not yet received a formal endorsement from any of Lebanon’s ruling parties in parliament, whose 128 legislators are tasked with voting for the country’s president.
Chamoun, the granddaughter of late former president Camille Chamoun, called for key reforms to rescue Lebanon’s comatose economy and reestablish trust with international donors. But she especially criticized Hezbollah’s influential role in politics and security, its arms and its impact on Lebanese relations with Saudi Arabia and other Gulf states.
“Lebanon cannot continue without its independence and sovereignty and without a clear defense strategy,” Chamoun said at a press conference in Beirut. “Lebanon cannot be ruled by one group, and its decisions related to peace and war can only be done through its institutions.”
Chamoun comes from a prominent Christian political family. Her grandfather, the late president, founded the right-wing National Liberal Party. She also is the daughter of Dany Chamoun, who led the party’s “Tigers” militia in the Lebanese civil war, which went on from 1975 until 1990.
Five gunmen assassinated her father in 1990 alongside his second wife Ingrid, and their sons, ages 5 and 7. The couple’s youngest daughter, 11 months old, survived. Tracy Chamoun, then 30, was living in London.
Chamoun was Lebanon’s ambassador to Jordan from 2017 until her resignation in August 2020, days after the Beirut Port explosion that killed over 200 people and wounded over 6,000 others.
Chamoun would be the second woman to officially announce her candidacy in Lebanese presidential elections, after lawyer and civil society activist Nadine Moussa in 2014.
The term of the incumbent president, retired military general and Hezbollah-allied Michel Aoun, ends Oct. 31. | https://www.wtrf.com/news/international/ap-lebanon-presidential-candidate-on-anti-hezbollah-platform/ | 2022-08-29T22:15:24Z | https://www.wtrf.com/news/international/ap-lebanon-presidential-candidate-on-anti-hezbollah-platform/ | true | 35 |
LIVE: Rugby league world set to farewell Paul Green after tragic death
The rugby league world is set to mourn the tragic loss of star player and coach Paul Green who will be laid to rest at a funeral service on Tuesday.
The celebration of the premiership-winning coach’s life will be held at Wynnum-Manly Seagulls’ home ground — the place Green emerged as a star of the sport.
Paul Green’s family, friends and peers will say their final goodbyes in a service that begins at 11am, with a livestream available for the public to pay their respects.
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The 49-year-old took his own life earlier this month in a death that rocked the wider community with tributes pouring in for the beloved husband and father.
500 people including greats of the game are set to attend the service, with brother Rick, and close friend Mick Power expected to speak.
“It’s a truly sad day for rugby league and everyone in the rugby league community who have in some way been touched by Paul Green and what he was able to do. He was a lot of things to many people,” Broncos teammate Corey Parker said.
“To me personally, Greeny was a teammate, he was a coach, and more importantly he was a terrific and wonderful friend. My deepest condolences go to Amanda, (children) Emerson and Jed, and their extended family.
“Greeny was one of those guys – it’s really hard to put into words at the moment, the raw emotion that the whole rugby league world is feeling about Paul Green.
“For me Greeny was that witty, funny, passionate, caring individual (who) no matter the circumstance found a way to accommodate your needs, to make you feel like you were the most important person.
James Tamou, who was coached by Green during the Cowboys’ 2016 premiership-winning campaign, labelled him an “honest” and “great” person.
“He was one of the first to bring in a mind doctor to the group. He was ahead of his time,” Tamou said.
“He was very passionate. He was honest and competitive.
“I’ve only heard the things he did as a player and you could feel that passion and that competitiveness as a coach.
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“Those are very high level values of a high accomplishing human.
“It is very sad. I can only feel for his family. But it is really making me think of the good times and the great person that he was.”
Green’s most memorable rugby league moment came when he delivered North Queensland’s first-ever premiership.
That moment will forever be etched into rugby league folklore according to Fox League’s Gorden Tallis who played with the diminutive halfback at Brisbane in 2004.
“To see those scenes, Greeny will always be remembered in North Queensland. There can only be one coach to win them your first final and Paul Green (was it),” Tallis said.
“He just wanted to help people … I think playing with Greeny now I realise, you just think back, he was always coaching – like when you’d walk out, he’d always be: ‘Let’s try this, let’s do this, let’s do that, I think this will work, I think we can do this’.
“You wanted him in your trench.”
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Coming into season 2 of ‘Power Book III: Raising Kanan,’ we already knew that things would get testy for Raquel (Patina Miller) and the Thomas family. In Episode 3, we might’ve gotten our first real glance at what that looks like.
‘Sleeping Dogs’ begins with Unique (Joey Bada$$) making a move. He holds Juliana (Rosal Colon) at gunpoint before eventually kidnapping her and taking all of the money Raq has stashed in her store. Raq’s brain is elsewhere though, as she has her sights set on expanding their business to New Jersey. Marvin (London Brown) suggests that they learn the players in Jersey before they make such a huge step but Raq has her mind made up. With her plate already full, the last thing she needed was another problem. As he’s leaving the house, Kanan (Mekai Curtis) is approached by Detective Howard (Omar Epps) yet again. We finally get the conversation we’ve been waiting for. Howard reveals to Kanan that he’s his father. As expected, Kanan is utterly shocked and in disbelief.
Those feelings only get deeper when Famous (Antonio Ortiz) informs him that Scrappy is dead. Kanan can’t get his head around the idea that Scrappy would commit suicide. He didn’t have time to dwell on the news though. In order for Famous to make some money, Kanan decides to help him sell his mixtapes again, but this time in a different way. Kanan goes to his mother’s headquarters and steals some drugs that him and Famous end up selling on the corner. While Kanan was sneakily taking drugs, Raq was trying to figure out who took all of her money. She arrived at the bodega and was surprised to see that the door was locked and the store closed. Raq uses her own key to get in. Once she’s in, she notices that the register is open and the security camera footage had been taken. This urges her to rush to the room where all their money was stashed, only to find out that they had been robbed. Raq calls her brothers to hip them to the situation. Lou Lou (Malcolm Mays) doesn’t answer because he’s in the studio so Raq goes there to talk business. After she leaves, she links with Worrell (John Clay III) to see what intel he has. At the moment, he didn’t have any and also didn’t think that Unique would be dumb enough to mess with them despite his current circumstances. Regardless of what he had to say, Raq urged Worrell to search for Unique like his life depended on it.
Oblivious to everything that was going on with the business, Kanan and Jukebox (Hailey Kilgore) sit at home and discuss what Howard told Kanan earlier in the day. They both believe Howard is crazy. Juke still believes that Howard doesn’t remember anything about the night of the shooting since he didn’t bring it up in their conversation. Kanan reluctantly tells Raq about their interaction, including Howard telling him that he’s his father. Raq tells Kanan that Howard is delusional and that he doesn’t know what’s real and what isn’t. She also says part of the reason she had him shoot him was because of his unstablenesses and unpredictability. Kanan then brings up Scrappy and his alleged suicide. Raq continues to compound lies by making it seem as if Scrappy was troubled and he made his own decision. Although Kanan didn’t seem convinced, he didn’t ask anymore questions.
Before we get to the very end of the episode, we have to mention some of the other notable events that took place during this episode. Detective Burke (Shanley Caswell) continues her deep dive on Detective Howard. This week we’re introduced to her father and ex-lover. She shares her concerns about Howard with them. Although they tell her that everyone has secrets, she continues her pursuit and is even shown camping outside of her partner’s house. Marvin seems to be learning some useful techniques in his anger management class. This is evident when he uses a breathing exercise he learned in the class instead of just reacting recklessly when he’s approached by a tenant in a wheelchair who invades his personal space and speaks disrespectfully to him. For the first time, we see Renee (Krystal Joy Brown), his anger management class teacher, flirt with him. Her and the class are already making a difference on Marvin. While sitting in the car with Lou Lou listening to Juke’s new song, he voices his regrets for messing things up with his daughter.
Speaking of Juke, she finally met her mother. Well, not really. She continued to follow her mother this week and ended up in a church where she caught a glimpse of her mother showing off her vocals. When Kenya (Letoya Luckett) locked eyes with Juke and realized who it was, Juke freaked out and ran away. It definitely had to have been a surreal moment for her. That wasn’t the only thing she dealt with this episode. After recording a beautiful new song that was obviously about Nicole, Juke had to hear complaints about how she looked. Crown Camacho (Quincy Brown) loved her sound but emphasized that audiences wanted to see her look the part also. Although, not with the same harsh tone, Lou echoed the sentiments. Juke was adamant about not changing how she looks. Could this lead to her not making it to where she wants? Could Lou and Crown end up giving her song to Zisa (Paulina Singer)? Only time will tell. Another thing time will tell is how the relationship between Crown and Lou will play out. While Raq was in the studio discussing business with Lou, Crown was outside the door eavesdropping. He later pulled up to Raq’s house with a proposal. He offered to sell Raq a percentage of the label for little to nothing so that she could wash all of her money through it. In exchange, she would have to keep Lou out of the music business.
Before Raq could give him a straight answer, she received a phone call. We then see Raq, Marvin and Lou Lou surrounded Worrell. Unique reached out to Worrell and said he wanted to talk. Contrary to what Lou and Marvin thought, Juliana wasn’t the one who took their money. It was exactly what Raq thought all along. As he held a gun to Juliana, Unique explained the method behind his madness. He admitted to losing the war. He spoke about how his name had lost weight in the streets and he was retired. Despite how stacked the odds were against him, he wanted to show Raq that he could still touch her if he wanted to. Instead, all he asked was for the safety of him and his family. After considering her options, Raq chooses to accept Unique’s truce. For how long though? That’s one of the questions we’re all going to be waiting to see get answered for the rest of the season.
The very last scene of the episode gave Kanan an answer to a question he had been trying to figure out for the life of him. Detective Howard popped up out of nowhere again, this time when Kanan was returning home and not leaving. He asked Kanan what Raq said after he told her that they had spoke. He surprised Kanan by basically saying exactly what Raq said. He then took the surprise to a whole different level when he fessed up and told Kanan that he remembers everything…YES, EVERYTHING. He left Kanan shook when he flat out told him that he knows that he shot him. He went on to assure Kanan that he wouldn’t tell anyone about the incident because he wouldn’t do that to his flesh and blood. The look on Kanan’s face said it all.
MANNNNN. Episode 3 set up the rest of the season to be must-see TV. Now that Detective Howard has laid the truth on the table, will Kanan believe him? How will he react to finding out that Raq has been lying to him this whole time? Will Raq be able to expand peacefully? Will she be taking Crown up on his deal? Can Crown actually get Famous a place to stay? How will Lou balance his music and his business lives competently? Is Marvin really becoming a better person? When will him and Juke have a meaningful conversation? Can Juke muster up the courage to actually speak to her mother? What’s Unique real plan? Is Worrell trustworthy?
There is so much to unpack. Let us know what you thought about this episode and give us your predictions for the next one in the comments! | https://globalgrind.com/5401063/raising-kanan-ep-three/ | 2022-08-29T22:18:42Z | https://globalgrind.com/5401063/raising-kanan-ep-three/ | true | 7 |
Kelsea Ballerini and Morgan Evans are calling it quits. On Monday, the 28-year-old singer shared that she and Evans are divorcing after five years of marriage.
“Friends, I’ve always tried my best to share my life with you in a real and vulnerable way, while also protecting layers of my personal life as they unfold,” Ballerini wrote on her Instagram Stories. “This is now public record so I wanted you to hear from me directly that I am going through a divorce. This deeply difficult decision is the result of a journey of love, growth, and effort that ultimately has come to an end.”
She continued, “It’s hard to find the words here...but I feel extremely grateful for the years of marriage to Morgan and hopeful for the next seasons.”
The “Hole In the Bottle” songstress ended her note with a call for the public to be respectful of she and Evans during this tough time. “With very active schedules coming up, please be mindful that we are both fragile,” she wrote. “Actively healing and showing up the best we can.”
Evans released a statement on his respective social media account confirming the news as well. "I am very sad to confirm that after almost 5 years of marriage," he wrote in the message on his Instagram Stories. "Kelsea and I are parting ways. I wish it were otherwise but sadly it's not."
The country singers met in March 2016 and got engaged in December of that year. They were married in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, the following year.
In 2019, ET caught up with Ballerini, who praised her 37-year-old husband at the time. “He is a supportive, supportive, wonderful human,” she said during their appearance at the 2019 CMT Awards.
ET has reached out to Ballerini and Evans' reps for comment on their split.
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Introduction
The government and the monitoring state have expanded into the US financial sector. A monetary system that enables people to keep one's matters secret is necessary. People who value independence will and must accept BTC since it is such a commodity. But since it is very much the now, Cryptocurrencies or anything like destiny. In the USA, it was using digital information rather than money for most operations. If you are new in trading, you may also consider knowing about Fiat Money VS Cryptocurrency.
These pieces don't need to be in thousands, yet they are. Laws mandated the existence of the country's currency in the USA. Users may also modify any legislation. Regardless of whether the USD is maintained, people and companies may accept alternative currencies because many currently do so, including Bitcoin. Decentralization based on the web has affected almost every business. Next would be wealth.
Would develop into a specialized consumer finance item.
Being anonymized, undetectable, and uncontrolled are what makes bitcoin appealing. These characteristics make virtual currencies appealing to many stakeholders, including traders, speculators, businesspeople, and underworld members, such as drug dealers, terrorists, and those looking to evade money or taxation policies.
Cryptocurrency will continue as a specialized exchange, buying, and trade method after volatility dies down and implementing banking regulations. Historical occurrences like the BTC black market Trade Route closure, where anybody could buy narcotics, firearms, and sometimes even recruit a contractual assassin, show how severe the authorities are about controlling cryptocurrency. Monetary authorities have also taken action to bring BTC in line with financial regulations. Absent confidentiality, credit card details are monitored and recorded, much as how BTC will ultimately enter the public.
There are none.
The attractiveness of BTC is that this is a fast, secure, and unrestricted form of trade. Value is determined only by producers and consumers, without other parties' participation, payment, or influence. Moreover, BTC is a fantastic leveler of actual worth and supposition since it is a peer-to-peer commodity.
Invisibility
They depend on where users sit, yes. The ability of your citizenry to transfer money covertly and unchecked might be unsettling for an administration. On the other hand, it's a benefit, not a problem if you're a member.
Police officials also dislike the anonymity and worldwide operating independence BTC grants users. However, if users work in criminal justice, this is a benefit rather than a problem.
It is ideal for crooks.
Cryptocurrency embodies the republican ideal of being free, unrestricted, and unregulated. Unfortunately, the same qualities that entice viewers with anti-government ideologies equally create BTC as the ideal money for shady business dealings. But it is the best way to purchase narcotics, transport illegal wire transfers, finance terrorists, and hide ill-gotten wealth without intervention from the authorities since it is anonymous, untraceable, and has no physicality.
Controls will always exist.
Because the authorities do not yet break BTC cryptography, protecting the blockchain network from watchful eyes. Despite our suspicions that the rules have access to all electronic communications. But it doesn't matter if the authorities or anybody else manages to break the BTC cryptography. So the regulatory framework of cryptocurrency seems unavoidable and will come early as possible.
Adaptable demand
The existence of a limited number of Bitcoins may not be the ideal paradigm in the big scheme of things. Everything transforms with height. The US Reserve has shown that a rapid increase in inflation might occasionally be beneficial by doubling it in the previous five years despite experiencing inflation. But that specific issue is far from being present with Bitcoin.
In any event, it is possible to divide a cryptocurrency into tiny bits. As a result, people will purchase small chunks, which will number in several thousand if needed, and concentration increases.
The notion will endure.
The benefits of globally accepted, non-governmental money have already been effectively shown by BTC, which is what worries administrations in the present. And how would a Cryptocurrency collapse manifest itself? Unless the Bitcoin network is taken by the government and destroyed, the Price of bitcoin could most certainly gradually diminish as fewer and fewer businesses choose to adopt it.
Conclusion
BTC shows us that preventing governmental control of essential social services like currency is futile. The current state of finance may change frequently, but a massive shift won't happen just because nerds, gamblers, or crooks believe it's an intelligent option. | https://nativenewsonline.net/advertise/branded-voices/why-are-people-calling-bitcoin-the-future-of-money | 2022-08-29T22:20:19Z | https://nativenewsonline.net/advertise/branded-voices/why-are-people-calling-bitcoin-the-future-of-money | true | 1 |
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Heavy rain warning on cards for sodden Nelson, West Coast
More heavy rain is forecast to hit the already water-logged regions of Tasman, Nelson and Marlborough from late Friday with the west coast of the South Island also in the firing line.
MetServce lead meteorologist Stephen Glassey said while high pressure would bring dry weather to most parts of New Zealand this week, the forecast was for a front to move slowly northwards over the South Island from late Wednesday bringing more heavy rain to the West Coast.
“Of even greater concern is that the front should also bring a period of rain for Tasman, Nelson and Marlborough from late Friday into Saturday, with heavy falls about the ranges likely to cause more problems in these already sodden regions.”
Glassey said the ranges of Westland could be in for about 300mm of rain later this week, and possibly 50 to 70mm in the ranges near Nelson and northern Marlborough.
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“This amount of rain wouldn't normally cause too many problems in Nelson and Marlborough but because they have already had extreme amounts of rain recently it could lead to more slips."
Orange Heavy Rain Warnings and Watches are likely to be issued for the West Coast, Tasman, Nelson and Marlborough regions in the coming days.
He said the top of the North Island would have settled weather this week, but the MetService was keeping a close eye on a front coming down from the north that could dump more rain on Northland by late Sunday and early next week.
“The key thing here is it does look like the heaviest rain will be on the west coast of the South Island and for Nelson and Marlborough, it does not look anywhere as much as the region saw last week.
“There is still some uncertainty this far out, but it has the potential to be heavier in the ranges.”
Glassey said snow should also be on the way for the ski fields in the south over the weekend or early next week, and snow was possible for the mountains of the central North Island, but that was still “a long way off at the moment”.
“The top of the north is looking pretty dry, and will get some showers.
“But the northern rain system coming in by Sunday does have the potential to be heavy and we will be keeping an eye on that and see how the models line up over the next few days.
“It’s worth a heads up at least,” he said.
Nelson and Blenheim have already beaten their wettest winters on record by considerable margins, getting almost three times their average for winter.
Nelson airport has recorded over 700mm of rain since the beginning of June, beating their previous record of 570mm in 1970.
Meanwhile, Blenheim has had around 560mm this winter beating their previous record of 377mm in 2010.
“Elsewhere in New Zealand it is looking like a mostly settled week, with the eastern South Island expected to stay mostly dry, and the rain-bearing front not expected to reach the North Island until the weekend.”
Glassey said warmer north to northwest winds ahead of the front will make it feel like spring in a few places, especially in the east of the South Island later this week.
“However, some colder temperatures are signalled across the country next week." | https://www.stuff.co.nz/national/300674140/heavy-rain-warning-on-cards-for-sodden-nelson-west-coast | 2022-08-29T22:22:48Z | https://www.stuff.co.nz/national/300674140/heavy-rain-warning-on-cards-for-sodden-nelson-west-coast | false | 1 |
Scrap-iron dealers, JTUM: Protest nothing to do with us
SCRAP Iron Dealers Association president Allan Ferguson said the association had nothing to do with protests along the Solomon Hochoy Highway near Claxton Bay early on Monday morning.
Steel Workers Union president Timothy Bailey said the same on behalf of the Joint Trade Union Movement (JTUM).
They made these statements at a news conference in Kelly Village on Monday, in response to comments the Prime Minister made earlier in a Facebook post.
Dr Rowley said, "So they have made their move. Dump truckloads of sand and debris on both sides of the highway and block traffic!
"What a wonderful idea of leadership from Roget and the followers including the UNC!
"The marauding gangs of metal thieves threatened to, but did not complete the job of shutting down the country, so the leaders are helping them to get that done."
Ferguson said the association is not about shutting down the country.
"I am not a criminal."
Ferguson also said he was not following anyone else's agenda other than his association's ongoing call to urge Government to lift its six-month ban on scrap-iron export.
While he controls some people affected by the ban, which is seen as tantamount to a closure of the industry, Ferguson admitted he does not have control over others.
Speaking on JTUM's behalf, Bailey said, "We were not part of any action taken this morning."
He reiterated a previous position stated publicly by JTUM president Ancel Roget that JTUM does not condone any illegal action, and its actions take place within the ambit of the law.
Bailey said he was appalled by Rowley's post, and urged the PM to demonstrate more mature leadership.
"We can't broad-brush everyone for the actions of a few."
Ferguson also announced that on Friday, the association will stage a motorcade from the Caroni Bird Sanctuary at 10 am to Port of Spain, to continue its campaign for the industry's reopening.
"Let them try to stop that."
The association tried to stage a motorcade from the Brian Lara Stadium in Tarouba to Port of Spain on August 24 but was only given police permission to go as far as Barataria. | https://newsday.co.tt/2022/08/29/scrap-iron-dealers-jtum-protest-nothing-to-do-with-us/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=scrap-iron-dealers-jtum-protest-nothing-to-do-with-us | 2022-08-29T22:27:13Z | https://newsday.co.tt/2022/08/29/scrap-iron-dealers-jtum-protest-nothing-to-do-with-us/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=scrap-iron-dealers-jtum-protest-nothing-to-do-with-us | false | 2 |
Shares of Diamondback Energy Inc.
FANG,
+3.98%
advanced 3.98% to $139.26 Monday, on what proved to be an all-around dismal trading session for the stock market, with the S&P 500 Index
SPX,
-0.67%
falling 0.67% to 4,030.61 and Dow Jones Industrial Average
DJIA,
-0.57%
falling 0.57% to 32,098.99. The stock's rise snapped a two-day losing streak. Diamondback Energy Inc. closed $22.98 short of its 52-week high ($162.24), which the company achieved on June 8th.
The stock outperformed some of its competitors Monday, as Pioneer Natural Resources Co.
PXD,
+1.99%
rose 1.99% to $262.50, Occidental Petroleum Corp.
OXY,
+2.32%
rose 2.32% to $75.26, and Concho Resources Inc.
CXO,
-6.02%
fell 6.02% to $65.60. Trading volume (3.6 M) eclipsed its 50-day average volume of 3.0 M.
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MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Md. — WUSA9's Game of the Week is back! And our first stop of the season will be in Montgomery County, Maryland when Wootton High School travels to Gaithersburg High School for a cross-county matchup.
The Wootton Patriots and the Gaithersburg Trojans are in the same region, so this game does mean a little extra for both teams kicking off the season.
Last year, Wootton beat Gaithersburg 13-0 to kick off the 2021 season.
Both Wootton and Gaithersburg finished the season last year 2-8 overall. | https://www.wusa9.com/article/sports/wootton-vs-gaithersburg-wusa9s-game-of-the-week/65-c7ac7636-48af-4079-a7a7-6171b9692b7b | 2022-08-29T22:30:51Z | https://www.wusa9.com/article/sports/wootton-vs-gaithersburg-wusa9s-game-of-the-week/65-c7ac7636-48af-4079-a7a7-6171b9692b7b | true | null |
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Elon Musk’s Mom Sleeps In The Garage When She Visits Son
(CTN News) – Elon Musk’s mom must “sleep in the garage” when she visits him so that they can get some rest.
Musk’s mother Maye Elon Musk says he doesn’t care about possessions and lives a very simple life, so there’s no luxury accommodation when she travels to see him in Boca Chica, Texas.
Maye said: “I have to sleep in the garage. You can’t have a fancy house near a rocket site.”
“No, not at all in that sense,” she told the Times magazine.
She admits it is a good thing her entrepreneur son doesn’t always listen to her.
“He should do whatever he wants. I advised him not to pursue an electric car as well as rockets, but he didn’t listen to me.”
Elon’s ex-wife Maye Elon Musk has two kids with ex-husband Errol Musk, Kimbal and Tosca. She doesn’t share his passion for space travel, but is open to the idea if her kids do.
“You have to prepare for six months in isolation and that just does not appeal to me,” she said. I will do it if my children ask me to.”
As Maye recalled, Elon Musk and Kimbal fulfilled their promise to buy her a house and a car when they sold Zip2.
“I thought that would never happen, but I said, ‘That’s so sweet.'” A few days later, it happened.
The fear took a long time to go away.” The fear? It was tough then. I joked with Tosca last week about our one-bedroom apartment.
My gut hurt for a long time after I left my marriage. My kids would be hungry if I didn’t feed them.”
Despite her family’s wealth, Maye insists that nothing has changed for her and her family since they became wealthy.
It hasn’t changed, she says. My children are still kind and caring. As much as I enjoy being here, I still appreciate it. It cost me $5 a day when I first arrived in Paris at the age of 21.
“I stayed in a room with a single light bulb hanging down.”
Who is Elon Musk mother?
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Police arrest college student for bringing gun to campus
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (CBS12) — Police arrested a college student from Chicago for bringing a gun to campus on Saturday. West Palm Beach police said staff at Keiser University alerted officers of an investigation that led to the discovery of the gun and two magazines in the student's dorm room at the campus on N. Military Trail.
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$3,000 reward offered in July 4th double homicide investigation
DELRAY BEACH, Fla. (CBS12) — The Delray Beach Police Department is offering up to a $3,000 reward for information on a double homicide of Gerhode Ocean and Joney Dolcine that took place on July 4. Both men died after being shot multiple times at a party on SW 3rd...
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Two fishermen drown in Loxahatchee National Wildlife Refuge
BOCA RATON, Fla. (CBS12) — Authorities recovered the bodies of two fisherman from the Loxahatchee National Wildlife Refuge near West Boca. The Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office said the two men were with family fishing at the dead end of Lox Road in unincorporated Boca Raton. For an unknown reason, the men went into the water, went into distress and fell underwater. The two never resurfaced. A third man jumped into the water to help but later realized he couldn't. He returned to shore and called 911. This happened just before 2 p.m.
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Mom: Guard opened cell, encouraged brawl behind bars, let inmate bleed profusely from face
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (CBS12) — Two inmates in a fight that ended with an eyebrow bite. The reported instigator was freed, but the sheriff's deputy who should've kept it from happening is accused of keeping it under wraps so tight that neither got medical attention, and he insisted the whole thing never happened.
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Company from Jupiter built engine for Artemis 1
MERRITT ISLAND, Fla. (CBS12) — CBS12 News is counting down to Monday’s launch of Artemis 1. In the mission, an unmanned space-craft (the Orion capsule) will orbit the moon and return to earth. Orion will ride on a rocket called The SLS (Space Launch System). Parts for SLS...
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Charlie Crist selects Miami teachers union president as running mate
MIAMI (CBS12) — Democrat Charlie Crist announced his running mate in the Florida governor's race. Crist selected 42-year-old Karla Hernandez-Mats, the president of United Teachers of Dade, the teachers union in Miami, which is also the largest teachers union in the southeast United States. The announcement took place Saturday... | https://www.newsbreak.com/news/2712282176545/reap-what-you-sew-men-accused-of-stealing-sewing-machines-and-more | 2022-08-29T22:32:54Z | https://www.newsbreak.com/news/2712282176545/reap-what-you-sew-men-accused-of-stealing-sewing-machines-and-more | true | 1 |
HOLDEN, Mo. (AP) — Five people were injured when a car struck a horse and buggy southeast of Kansas City during the weekend, the Missouri State Highway Patrol said.
A vehicle driven by a 71-year-old man hit the back of the buggy on Saturday afternoon on U.S. 58 near Holden, the patrol said.
Ada and Truman Gingerich and three girls in the buggy were all taken to Kansas City hospitals. The three girls, ages 3 to 7, were all listed in serious condition. Truman Gingerich had minor injuries and Ada Gingerich was listed with moderate injuries.
The driver of the car refused treatment at the scene. All those involved are from Holden. | https://www.lmtonline.com/news/article/Patrol-Collision-between-buggy-and-car-leaves-5-17405841.php | 2022-08-29T22:34:04Z | https://www.lmtonline.com/news/article/Patrol-Collision-between-buggy-and-car-leaves-5-17405841.php | true | null |
Man gets 3 years in federal prison for fraudulently obtaining and selling Super Bowl rings with ‘Brady’ engraved on them
By Steve Almasy, CNN
A New Jersey man who posed as a former New England Patriots player when he ordered Super Bowl rings with the name “Brady” engraved on them has been sentenced to three years in federal prison.
Scott V. Spina Jr., 25, who is from Roseland, New Jersey, pleaded guilty in February to one count of mail fraud, three counts of wire fraud and one count of aggravated identity theft.
According to a news release from the US Attorney’s Office in the Central District of California, Spina bought a ring and other memorabilia in 2017 from a former player and sold the ring for $63,000.
He then used the former player’s information to order three “family and friends” rings — smaller versions of the jewelry — with Tom Brady’s last name on them, according to prosecutors. Spina told the ring maker they were gifts for Brady’s baby.
“Defendant Spina intended to obtain the three rings by fraud and to sell them at a substantial profit,” the news release said, citing court documents.
Spina then told a potential buyer in California, who wired a deposit in three installments, the rings were from Brady’s nephews, according to the release. The man agreed to buy the rings for $81,500, “nearly three times what Spina paid,” but eventually backed out of the deal, due to doubts about Brady having nephews, the release said.
In November 2017, Spina sold the rings to an auction house for $100,000, prosecutors said. Three months later, one of the rings was auctioned for $337,219.
As part of his plea agreement, Spina will pay $63,000 in restitution to the former player, who was not identified. Prosecutors said Spina “bilked the former player by paying for the ring with at least one bad check.”
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How major US stock indexes fared Monday 8/29/2022
The Associated Press
Stocks closed lower on Wall Street, adding to their recent losses as traders realized how determined the Federal Reserve is to keep interest rates high to fight inflation.
The S&P 500 gave back almost 1% Monday. Technology companies were the biggest drag on the index. The Nasdaq and the Dow Jones Industrial Average also fell. European markets were also lower and Asian markets closed lower overnight. Treasury yields were higher.
This week investors will get more updates on the economy including the government’s monthly jobs report on Friday and a reading on consumer confidence Tuesday from the Conference Board.
On Monday:
The S&P 500 fell 27.05 points, or 0.7%, to 4,030.61.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 184.41 points, or 0.6%, to 32,098.99.
The Nasdaq fell 124.04 points, or 1%, to 12,017.67.
The Russell 2000 index of smaller companies fell 16.89 points, or 0.9%, to 1,882.94.
For the year:
The S&P 500 is down 735.57 points, or 15.4%.
The Dow is down 4,239.31 points, or 11.7%.
The Nasdaq is down 3,627.30 points, or 23.2%.
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More than 600,000 people are released from U.S. prisons every year. But imagine re-entering society in today's economy as a convicted felon. Jeffery Ian Ross and Stephen C. Richards, the authors of the book Beyond Bars, offer insights on a successful reentry into society, the local community and the job market.
Jeffrey Ian Ross is an associate professor of criminology, criminal justice and forensic studies and a fellow at the Center for International and Comparative Law at the University of Baltimore.
Stephen C. Richards is a professor of criminal justice at the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh — and formerly spent nine years in federal custody, including some time in a maximum-security prison.
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Which white volleyball shoes are best?
Volleyball shoes need to provide as much cushioning and stabilization as possible, supporting players’ feet as they jump and land repeatedly. The correct shoe keeps players healthy.
Having a safe shoe doesn’t mean players need to sacrifice style, though. And when you want a sharp-looking, traditional volleyball shoe, it’s hard to go wrong with white. The best white volleyball shoes are the comfortable, supportive Mizuno Wave Lightning Z6 Volleyball Shoes.
What to know before you buy white volleyball shoes
Height of cut
When you are wondering how to buy the perfect volleyball shoes, start with the cut at the top of the shoe.
- Low-cut: For volleyball players, low-cut shoes are rare. The top of the shoe rests below the anklebone, providing very little ankle support.
- Mid-cut: A mid-cut shoe is a popular style for volleyball players. It yields the best mix of ankle support and flexibility of movement for the foot and ankle.
- High-cut: A high-cut shoe is more a design made for basketball players than volleyball players. The top of the shoe rests over the anklebone, providing significant support but limiting flexibility of movement.
Accents on white shoes
White volleyball shoes don’t have to be completely white. They can have some colored accents. To maintain the focus on the white part of the shoe, some manufacturers use silver or gray accents rather than brightly colored ones.
Favorite brands
All of the top brands of volleyball shoes — including Adidas, Asics, Mizuno and Nike — carry white volleyball shoes. Some are all white, while others are primarily white with some other colors as accents. So you don’t have to sacrifice brand-name quality to buy white shoes.
What to look for in quality white volleyball shoes
Cushioning
Volleyball players place a lot of stress on their feet and ankles, whether jumping at the net or trying to make a quick movement to dig an attack. So it’s important for volleyball shoes of all colors to deliver a high level of cushioning.
The primary cushioning for the shoe occurs in its sole. Thick, lightweight soles are popular among players.
Traction
Volleyball shoes need to have a pattern on the sole that encourages traction. With good traction, players can jump quickly at the net and move quickly when diving for balls.
White volleyball shoes often have a gray or white sole to maintain the shoe’s white look, although a few use other colors.
Midsole
The midsole in a white volleyball shoe has a design similar to any other color of shoe. The midsole needs to support the balls of the player’s feet, as volleyball players often are leaning forward, preparing for quick movements. Additionally, the midsole’s design reduces the force and weight on the balls of the feet.
How much you can expect to spend on white volleyball shoes
They’re priced similarly to other volleyball shoes. Expect to pay $50-$150, depending on the manufacturer.
White volleyball shoes FAQ
Is it hard to keep white volleyball shoes clean?
A. Because volleyball is an indoor sport, volleyball players can keep their white shoes clean pretty easily. Just don’t wear them outdoors, and they should continue to look great.
Is it hard to break in new volleyball shoes?
A. Not really. Modern white volleyball shoes require a minimal break-in period. You can break them in by just wearing them for practice a few times. To avoid dirt and grass stains, don’t try to break them in by wearing them outdoors.
Do I have to wear white volleyball shoes?
A. Not necessarily. It really depends on your team’s rules. Some teams want players to wear white shoes and have the entire team match. Other teams let players pick their own shoe colors. White shoes are popular when teams are trying to have al the players match because they go with any color of home or away uniform.
What are the best white volleyball shoes to buy?
Top white volleyball shoes
Mizuno Wave Lightning Z6 Volleyball Shoes
What you need to know: These are highly comfortable and supportive, giving players the stability they need to make quick movements on the court.
What you’ll love: Even with a mid-cut fit, they provide a surprising amount of ankle support. The silver and gray accents look great. With a rounded heel area and grooves in the outsole, these shoes allows quick movements with good traction.
What you should consider: For players who have significant ankle problems, mid-cut shoes may not have quite enough support.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon and Dick’s Sporting Goods
Top white volleyball shoes for the money
Asics Gel-Rocket Indoor Volleyball Sport Shoes
What you need to know: Even with a thick sole that provides maximum cushioning, these shoes use a design that lets them weigh less than a typical volleyball shoe.
What you’ll love: The design includes larger grooves in the outsole that encourage the foot to flex, which is ideal for jumping. The upper layer uses breathable mesh to keep the foot feeling cooler, even toward the end of a long workout session.
What you should consider: If your foot wants to flex in an area different from the grooves in the outsole, this shoe may not be comfortable for you.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon and Dick’s Sporting Goods
Worth checking out
Adidas Crazyflight Volleyball Shoes
What you need to know: These are pricey, but are designed to maximize your energy on every jump and provide comfort on every landing.
What you’ll love: Lightweight materials help players feel fresher toward the end of a long match. The upper layer consists of at least 50% recycled materials. The shoe has a sharp-looking white design, but the three-stripe Adidas logo stands out nicely in a dark gray.
What you should consider: Their price is higher than average, so they’re better for more serious, higher-level players.
Where to buy: Sold by Adidas
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Michael Ruhlman wants to free home cooks from what he calls the "shackles of the recipe."
His new book, Ratio, is about learning basic ratios. For example: 3:2:1 — three parts flour, two parts fat (like butter) and one part water — makes a basic pie crust. Add a dash of salt, and it's a savory base for a quiche. Add some sugar, and you've got a shell for cherries, chocolate cream or fresh peaches.
"I want people to understand the fundamentals of cooking," he tells host Guy Raz. He says home cooks are so focused on recipes that they don't understand the importance of ratios.
"Bread dough is basically five parts flour, three parts water. You need a little yeast, a little salt, but the amounts of those are not exact or precise," Ruhlman says. "But you need to stick to the 5:3-flour-to-water ratio and that's what gives you bread dough."
The book was inspired by a class taught at the Culinary Institute of America by famed chef Uwe Hestnar. Hestnar trained young chefs on cooking fundamentals. One afternoon, Ruhlman says, Hestnar told him, "I can show you everything you need to know in two pages."
Hestnar literally produced two pages of ratios that showed how to make custards, sauces, salad dressings, cookie or biscuit dough, sausage, mayonnaise and dozens of other basics.
"He pared down all of cooking to its very essence," Ruhlman says.
Still, he admits the book requires the home cook to experiment. "It's not going to teach you how to season your food or even which flavors go well together. You're going to have to figure that out," he says. "But it's going to give you a grounding in the fundamentals — and everything rests on the fundamentals."
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As Vermont kids get ready for the start of the school year, some may notice changes in or around their school buildings — aimed at slowing climate change.
In Winooski, the largest net-metering solar system allowable in Vermont now sits on the roof of the city’s new school expansion and renovation. Funded by SunWealth, an investor in clean energy projects, the school district said the new solar array is expected to cover almost all future electric costs — $115,000 or so a year.
Geothermic heating and cooling and efficient ventilation were also central to construction, according to the district.
"Environmental stewardship is a clear priority for Winooski students as they learn how their actions can make a difference," a Winooski School District spokesperson said in a written statement. "Recently, elementary students have written essays to lawmakers advocating for stronger measures to reduce pollution, middle school students raised awareness about food waste at school, and high school students partnered with a local farm to learn about sustainable agricultural practices. Our students are proud that their school building reflects their commitment to an Earth-friendly future."
Behind Champlain Valley Union High School in Hinesburg, an off-grid solar system now lights the greenhouse where students grow vegetables for the cafeteria. Funded by a private donor, it also powers tools key to the school’s sustainability curriculum.
"When we’re trying to talk about climate and natural resources, it’s hard to talk about solar and the importance of that kind of fitting in to what our energy needs are going to need to be in the future without actually having any on campus," Dave Trevithick, a science teacher and CVU’s sustainability coordinator, told NECN & NBC10 Boston.
The just-authorized hundreds of billions of federal dollars to combat climate change, part of the package dubbed the Inflation Reduction Act, are aimed at putting various forms of investments in climate change action within reach for towns, individuals, and businesses alike, the White House has said.
"We’ve got to not just sell it on virtue," Rep. Peter Welch, D-Vermont, said of making decisions such as purchasing an electric vehicle. "It’s got to be affordable for everyday Vermonters."
Welch predicted you’ll be seeing a lot more electric vehicle charging stations at public buildings, for example.
In South Burlington, environmental grants helped four new electric school buses roll into the fleet this year, making for emissions-free rides to class, the district announced.
The Vermont Department of Environmental Conservation provided a $965,000 grant, paid for through funds from the settlement with Volkswagen from its diesel vehicle cheating scandal. Additionally, $55,000 in incentives from Green Mountain Power helped facilitate the bus upgrades, the utility announced.
"We are excited to be able to offer our students the opportunity to ride on emissions-free transportation for the first time in our District’s history, ” South Burlington communications coordinator Corey Burdick said in a news release about the new buses. "This initiative furthers the district’s goals around climate change mitigation and is in alignment with the ways we have been partnering with the city on renewable energy. We are grateful to our local partners who helped make this a reality and can’t wait to see our students’ reactions on the first day of school!"
Additionally, Green Mountain Solar, the firm behind the off-grid solar system at Champlain Valley Union High School, said increased visibility from these projects and others will be important as America accelerates its move away from fossil fuels.
"I think more and more, if we can provide this to the kids and show them how it works, and why it’s a value, even here in Vermont, the better our future will be," said Paul Lesure of Green Mountain Solar, referring to environmental projects in school settings.
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NEW YORK, Aug. 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- This press release provides shareholders of Cohen & Steers Select Preferred and Income Fund, Inc. (NYSE: PSF) (the "Fund") with information regarding the sources of the distribution to be paid on August 31, 2022 and cumulative distributions paid fiscal year-to-date.
In December 2016, the Fund implemented a managed distribution policy in accordance with exemptive relief issued by the Securities and Exchange Commission. The managed distribution policy seeks to deliver the Fund's long-term total return potential through regular monthly distributions declared at a fixed rate per common share. The policy gives the Fund greater flexibility to realize long-term capital gains throughout the year and to distribute those gains on a regular monthly basis to shareholders. The Board of Directors of the Fund may amend, terminate or suspend the managed distribution policy at any time, which could have an adverse effect on the market price of the Fund's shares.
The Fund's monthly distributions may include long-term capital gains, short-term capital gains, net investment income and/or return of capital for federal income tax purposes. Return of capital includes distributions paid by the Fund in excess of its net investment income and net realized capital gains and such excess is distributed from the Fund's assets. A return of capital is not taxable; rather, it reduces a shareholder's tax basis in his or her shares of the Fund. The amount of monthly distributions may vary depending on a number of factors, including changes in portfolio and market conditions.
At the time of each monthly distribution, information will be posted to cohenandsteers.com and mailed to shareholders in a concurrent notice. However, this information may change at the end of the year because the final tax characteristics of the Fund's distributions cannot be determined with certainty until after the end of the calendar year. Final tax characteristics of all of the Fund's distributions will be provided on Form 1099-DIV, which is mailed after the close of the calendar year.
The following table sets forth the estimated amounts of the current distribution and the cumulative distributions paid this fiscal year-to-date from the sources indicated. All amounts are expressed per common share.
You should not draw any conclusions about the Fund's investment performance from the amount of this distribution or from the terms of the Fund's managed distribution policy. The Fund estimates that it has distributed more than its income and capital gains; therefore, a portion of your distribution may be a return of capital. A return of capital may occur, for example, when some or all of the money that you invested in the Fund is paid back to you. A return of capital distribution does not necessarily reflect the Fund's investment performance and should not be confused with 'yield' or 'income'. The amounts and sources of distributions reported in this Notice are only estimates, are likely to change over time, and are not being provided for tax reporting purposes. The actual amounts and sources of the amounts for accounting and tax reporting purposes will depend upon the Fund's investment experience during the remainder of its fiscal year and may be subject to changes based on tax regulations. The amounts and sources of distributions year-to-date may be subject to additional adjustments.
*THE FUND WILL SEND YOU A FORM 1099-DIV FOR THE CALENDAR YEAR THAT WILL TELL YOU HOW TO REPORT THESE DISTRIBUTIONS FOR FEDERAL INCOME TAX PURPOSES
The Fund's Year-to-date Cumulative Total Return for fiscal year 2022 (January 1, 2022 through July 31, 2022) is set forth below. Shareholders should take note of the relationship between the Year-to-date Cumulative Total Return with the Fund's Cumulative Distribution Rate for 2022. In addition, the Fund's Average Annual Total Return for the five-year period ending July 31, 2022 is set forth below. Shareholders should note the relationship between the Average Annual Total Return with the Fund's Current Annualized Distribution Rate for 2022. The performance and distribution rate information disclosed in the table is based on the Fund's net asset value per share (NAV). The Fund's NAV is calculated as the total market value of all the securities and other assets held by the Fund minus the total liabilities, divided by the total number of shares outstanding. While NAV performance may be indicative of the Fund's investment performance, it does not measure the value of a shareholder's individual investment in the Fund. The value of a shareholder's investment in the Fund is determined by the Fund's market price, which is based on the supply and demand for the Fund's shares in the open market.
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Investors should consider the investment objectives, risks, charges and expense of the Fund carefully before investing. You can obtain the Fund's most recent periodic reports, when available, and other regulatory filings by contacting your financial advisor or visiting cohenandsteers.com. These reports and other filings can be found on the Securities and Exchange Commission's EDGAR Database. You should read these reports and other filings carefully before investing.
Shareholders should not use the information provided here in preparing their tax returns. Shareholders will receive a Form 1099-DIV for the calendar year indicating how to report Fund distributions for federal income tax purposes.
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About Cohen & Steers. Cohen & Steers is a leading global investment manager specializing in real assets and alternative income, including real estate, preferred securities, infrastructure, resource equities, commodities, as well as multi-strategy solutions. Founded in 1986, the firm is headquartered in New York City, with offices in London, Dublin, Hong Kong, and Tokyo.
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State Capitol closed due to power outage
Due to a “severe power outage” at the Hawaiʻi State Capitol, the building will be closed today, according to an announcement from the legislature.
The exact cause of the outage could not be determined at this time.
Senate President Ronald D. Kouchi (Senate District 8 – Kauaʻi and Niʻihau) and House Speaker Scott Saiki (House District 26 – McCully, Kaheka, Kakaako, Downtown) issued a joint statement saying:
“During this closure, all legislative offices will remain operational, and staff will work remotely. Senate and House leadership is working closely with the Department of Accounting and General Services to determine the exact cause of the outage and will provide additional updates as more information becomes available.” | https://mauinow.com/2022/08/29/state-capitol-closed-due-to-power-outage/ | 2022-08-29T22:44:58Z | https://mauinow.com/2022/08/29/state-capitol-closed-due-to-power-outage/ | false | null |
Everything You Missed at the 2022 MTV Video Music Awards: Lizzo’s Shade, Taylor Swift Disappearance and More
Blink and you miss it! While the cameras caught plenty of action during the MTV Video Music Awards on Sunday, August 28, viewers watching from home may have missed out on some important moments.
The annual awards show was held at the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey, while Jack Harlow, LL Cool J, and Nicki Minaj served as cohosts.
All three of the cohosts have been nominated at the awards show in the past. LL Cool J, 54, is a three-time nominee who won his first VMA in 1991 for best rap video for “Mama Said Knock You Out.” He was also the recipient of the Michael Jackson Video Vanguard Award in 1997.
Meanwhile, Nicki, 39, has won five VMAs over the years and she was nominated in the best hip-hop video category on Sunday night. In addition to hosting, the “Super Bass” rapper was honored with the Video Vanguard Award. Past recipients of the prestigious award include Madonna, Janet Jackson, Jennifer Lopez and Missy Elliott.
As for Jack, 24, the “First Class” rapper made his VMAs debut in 2020 when he was nominated in the song of the summer category for his hit “What’s Poppin.” Just two years later, Jack, Lil Nas X and Kendrick Lamar tied for being the most nominated artists of the night with seven nods each.
During the 2021 awards show, Jack and Lil Nas X, 23, teamed up to perform “Industry Baby” together. Jack solidified his star power on Sunday by taking the stage by himself for his first solo performance at the VMAs.
Throughout the awards show, fans watched some of their favorite musicians battle it out over the awards. Jack, Lil Nas X, Drake, Bad Bunny, Ed Sheeran, Harry Styles and Lizzo were all up for artist of the year.
Harry and Doja Cat each received six nominations, while Ed, Billie Eilish, Drake, Dua Lipa, Taylor Swift and The Weeknd each earned five nods.
In addition to handing out awards that honored the best music videos of the year, the show also featured several memorable performances. Lizzo, Anitta, BLACKPINK, J Balvin, Måneskin, Kane Brown, Marshmello with Khalid and Panic! At the Disco all took the stage to perform throughout the night.
Keep scrolling to see the moments you might have missed during the VMAs.
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AUGUSTA, Ga. (WJBF) — Things are quiet at the small remote-controlled racetrack at Bayvale Park, and the worry is things will stay this way.
“It’s kind of like a recreational sport and keep it alive,” said Robert Davis, of Augusta RC Supercross.
For more than twenty years, Augusta RC Supercross has been holding races and events at Bayvale Park, with the group doing most of the heavy lifting to keep things on course.
“The driver stand we have fully paid for ourselves; the city has not put any of those out here we’ve done it now we can’t bring hardly any money because we have no power,” said Davis.
It’s started with the track lights. Following the tragic death of a 12-year-old at Fleming Park, the city inspected the track lights and determined work was needed putting the repair costs at $150,000.
Now the park has no power at all, making it nearly impossible to hold the large events that come to the track.
“We can’t bring in races if they can’t charge their batteries,” said Davis.
Davis is scheduled to speak to commissioners on Tuesday to get support to restore power and saying he’s called electricians who say the lights can be rewired for $25,000.
Commissioners say the issue needs more investigation.
“If the city has any responsibility toward the facility, then we would have to look at it and come up with something but if we don’t, we don’t,” said Commissioner Dennis Williams.
For almost this entire century, remote control racing has been taking place at Bayvale Park, but it could be on the way out due to a loss of power. | https://www.wjbf.com/csra-news/power-problems-at-augusta-park-proves-costly-for-racing-group/ | 2022-08-29T22:46:17Z | https://www.wjbf.com/csra-news/power-problems-at-augusta-park-proves-costly-for-racing-group/ | true | 1 |
Panaji: The directorate of industries, trade and commerce (DITC) has inked an MoU with Navaties Solutions Pvt Ltd to promote Goan exports, particularly manufactured goods, in order to increase the state’s export revenue. DITC hopes that the Bengaluru-based firm, which has expertise in data analytics and engagement, could help Goan businesses tap international demand and analyse newer markets.
Under the scope of this MoU, the company and DITC will work to identifying sectors that are currently exporting goods and services as well as the potential industries and businesses which have the potential to export.
Navaties Solutions will also organise programmes that help Goans to understand the export market and the opportunities it brings.
“Navaties Solutions will provide necessary knowledge and engagement to increase exports, provide support to identify the new markets, provide setup support, marketing support and transaction support where necessary,” said a senior DITC official.
The MoU will enable trade bodies and government bodies to coordinate efforts to improve exports.
“The purpose of this MoU is to allow and support the industries from the state towards executing the activity of increasing their export revenue by identifying the sectors of importance and supporting Goan businesses via the company with necessary data analytics, market intelligence and helping them to find buyers or importers to increase their exports,” said DITC.
The move comes at the backdrop of the government’s efforts to boost employment in the private segment by increasing business. In this effort, the government has been trying to cut red-tape and improve Ease of Doing Business. | https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/goa/industries-dept-inks-mou-to-boost-exports/articleshow/93863908.cms | 2022-08-29T22:46:16Z | https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/goa/industries-dept-inks-mou-to-boost-exports/articleshow/93863908.cms | false | 1 |
NEW YORK, Aug. 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- This press release provides shareholders of Cohen & Steers Total Return Realty Fund, Inc. (NYSE: RFI) (the "Fund") with information regarding the sources of the distribution to be paid on August 31, 2022 and cumulative distributions paid fiscal year-to-date.
In December 2011, the Fund implemented a managed distribution policy in accordance with exemptive relief issued by the Securities and Exchange Commission. The managed distribution policy seeks to deliver the Fund's long-term total return potential through regular monthly distributions declared at a fixed rate per common share. The policy gives the Fund greater flexibility to realize long-term capital gains throughout the year and to distribute those gains on a regular monthly basis to shareholders. The Board of Directors of the Fund may amend, terminate or suspend the managed distribution policy at any time, which could have an adverse effect on the market price of the Fund's shares.
The Fund's monthly distributions may include long-term capital gains, short-term capital gains, net investment income and/or return of capital for federal income tax purposes. Return of capital includes distributions paid by the Fund in excess of its net investment income and net realized capital gains and such excess is distributed from the Fund's assets. A return of capital is not taxable; rather, it reduces a shareholder's tax basis in his or her shares of the Fund. In addition, distributions from the Fund's investments in real estate investment trusts (REITs) may later be characterized as capital gains and/or a return of capital, depending on the character of the dividends reported to the Fund after year-end by REITs held by the Fund. The amount of monthly distributions may vary depending on a number of factors, including changes in portfolio and market conditions.
At the time of each monthly distribution, information will be posted to cohenandsteers.com and mailed to shareholders in a concurrent notice. However, this information may change at the end of the year because the final tax characteristics of the Fund's distributions cannot be determined with certainty until after the end of the calendar year. Final tax characteristics of all of the Fund's distributions will be provided on Form 1099-DIV, which is mailed after the close of the calendar year.
The following table sets forth the estimated amounts of the current distribution and the cumulative distributions paid this fiscal year-to-date from the sources indicated. All amounts are expressed per common share.
You should not draw any conclusions about the Fund's investment performance from the amount of this distribution or from the terms of the Fund's managed distribution policy. The amounts and sources of distributions reported in this Notice are only estimates, are likely to change over time, and are not being provided for tax reporting purposes. The actual amounts and sources of the amounts for accounting and tax reporting purposes will depend upon the Fund's investment experience during the remainder of its fiscal year and may be subject to changes based on tax regulations. The amounts and sources of distributions year-to-date may be subject to additional adjustments.
*THE FUND WILL SEND YOU A FORM 1099-DIV FOR THE CALENDAR YEAR THAT WILL TELL YOU HOW TO REPORT THESE DISTRIBUTIONS FOR FEDERAL INCOME TAX PURPOSES.
The Fund's Year-to-date Cumulative Total Return for fiscal year 2022 (January 1, 2022 through July 31, 2022) is set forth below. Shareholders should take note of the relationship between the Year-to-date Cumulative Total Return with the Fund's Cumulative Distribution Rate for 2022. In addition, the Fund's Average Annual Total Return for the five-year period ending July 31, 2022 is set forth below. Shareholders should note the relationship between the Average Annual Total Return with the Fund's Current Annualized Distribution Rate for 2022. The performance and distribution rate information disclosed in the table is based on the Fund's net asset value per share (NAV). The Fund's NAV is calculated as the total market value of all the securities and other assets held by the Fund minus the total liabilities, divided by the total number of shares outstanding. While NAV performance may be indicative of the Fund's investment performance, it does not measure the value of a shareholder's individual investment in the Fund. The value of a shareholder's investment in the Fund is determined by the Fund's market price, which is based on the supply and demand for the Fund's shares in the open market.
Fund Performance and Distribution Rate Information:
Investors should consider the investment objectives, risks, charges and expense of the Fund carefully before investing. You can obtain the Fund's most recent periodic reports, when available, and other regulatory filings by contacting your financial advisor or visiting cohenandsteers.com. These reports and other filings can be found on the Securities and Exchange Commission's EDGAR Database. You should read these reports and other filings carefully before investing.
Shareholders should not use the information provided here in preparing their tax returns. Shareholders will receive a Form 1099-DIV for the calendar year indicating how to report Fund distributions for federal income tax purposes.
Website: https://www.cohenandsteers.com/
Symbol: (NYSE: CNS)
About Cohen & Steers. Cohen & Steers is a leading global investment manager specializing in real assets and alternative income, including real estate, preferred securities, infrastructure, resource equities, commodities, as well as multi-strategy solutions. Founded in 1986, the firm is headquartered in New York City, with offices in London, Dublin, Hong Kong, and Tokyo.
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CHITRADURGA/BENGALURU: Shivamurthy Murugha Sharanaru, the head pontiff of Murugha Mutt, booked under the Pocso Act, moved a court in Chitradurga, Karnataka, on Monday seeking anticipatory bail. The court will hear the plea on September 1.
The seer, who has been accused of sexually assaulting two minors at a hostel run by the mutt, claimed that it was a conspiracy and that he would come out clean. He also denied 'escaping' to evade arrest.
Amid fears that the investigation is being deliberately delayed in a bid to help the accused, Chitradurga SP K Parashurama said police would take a call on arresting the seer only after the preliminary probe was completed.
Karnataka's home minister Araga Jnanendra ruled out setting up an SIT to probe the case. "There were no lapses or delays in the probe. The state government will not interfere with the investigation. Police will act as per law," he said. Apart from the seer, four others, including the warden of the hostel, have been booked on a complaint by an officer of the district child protection unit. | https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/pontiff-accused-of-sex-assault-of-minors-seeks-pre-arrest-bail/articleshow/93863884.cms | 2022-08-29T22:49:03Z | https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/pontiff-accused-of-sex-assault-of-minors-seeks-pre-arrest-bail/articleshow/93863884.cms | false | 2 |
Iran seeks removing of accusations, sanctions in JCPOA talks: Nuclear chief
Iran’s nuclear chief said that the country’s purpose in participating in the talks to revive the 2015 nuclear deal was both to remove accusations and sanctions against it.
Mohammad Eslami, the head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI), said during a provincial trip on Monday that Iran was basically negotiating with the P4+1 to remove accusations and strip the enemy that constantly raises allegations against Iran off the pretexts.
He said that the sanctions should have been lifted as a result of nuclear agreement-related talks and this continues to be Iran’s purpose in participating in the talks so that the Iranian people could benefit from the agreement’s economic advantages.
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NEW YORK — Daria Snigur raised her arms in celebration, then lowered them to wrap her hands around the blue-and-yellow ribbon on her chest.
This win — her first on the WTA Tour — was for Ukraine.
Snigur pulled off the first big upset of the U.S. Open, knocking off No. 7 seed Simona Halep 6-2, 0-6, 6-4 on Monday.
Days after taking part in an exhibition to raise money for her country that is fighting a war against invading Russia, Snigur fought through tears as she tried to explain what the victory meant to her family and her home.
"No comment, I think, because it's impossible for me now," Snigur said.
The 20-year-old was making her first appearance in the main draw of a Grand Slam after emerging through the qualifying rounds last week.
On Wednesday, she joined tennis superstars such as Rafael Nadal, Coco Gauff, John McEnroe, Iga Swiatek and 2021 U.S. Open runner-up Leylah Fernandez in the "Tennis Plays for Peace Exhibition," an event organized by the U.S. Tennis Association that raised $1.2 million.
It took place in Louis Armstrong Stadium, which may have calmed Snigur's nerves when she was sent back out there Monday.
"I think it helped me because I was here in 'Tennis Plays for Peace' and I think it helped me a little bit," Snigur said during an on-court interview.
Snigur won the Wimbledon girls singles title in 2019, but failed in her first eight attempts to qualify for the main draw of a Grand Slam before finally breaking through. She was 0-2 on tour and was facing a top-20 opponent for the first time.
And in Halep, it was one of the hottest players in women's tennis. The two-time Grand Slam champion had won 19 of her previous 22 matches and recently returned to the top 10.
But Snigur responded nicely after Halep won the second set, racing to a 5-1 lead in the third. Halep fought off a couple match points while taking the next three games before Snigur finally closed it out when Halep sailed a backhand long.
Snigur then dropped her racket and covered her face as she fought back tears.
Elina Svitolina's run to the 2019 semifinals is the best performance by a Ukrainian in the U.S. Open. One of five of them in this year's draw, Snigur will face Canadian Rebecca Marino on Wednesday.
First, she was going to savor a stunner.
"I want to say thanks to all the fans who watched our match today," she said.
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More AP coverage of U.S. Open tennis: https://apnews.com/hub/us-open-tennis-championships and https://twitter.com/AP_Sports | https://www.startribune.com/ukrainian-snigurs-first-win-on-tour-is-a-us-open-upset/600202112/ | 2022-08-29T22:54:38Z | https://www.startribune.com/ukrainian-snigurs-first-win-on-tour-is-a-us-open-upset/600202112/ | false | 46 |
TORONTO (AP) _ Just Energy Group Inc. (JENGQ) on Monday reported fiscal first-quarter profit of $160.6 million.
The Toronto-based company said it had net income of $3.28 per share.
The natural gas and electricity retailer posted revenue of $570.6 million in the period.
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YORK, Pa., Aug. 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The United Steelworkers (USW) said that roughly 800 members of Local 7687 today gave notice that they will begin an unfair labor practice strike at BAE Systems' facility in York, Pennsylvania on Wednesday, Aug. 31 at 11 a.m.
USW District 10 Director Bernie Hall called on BAE management to return to the table to bargain in good faith for a fair contract.
"BAE has reaped the benefits of having a world-class, dedicated union workforce," Hall said. "There's no reason except greed for the company insisting that loyal, experienced workers accept less than what they have earned and deserve."
Hall said that members of USW Local 7687 have been flexible with BAE management, including working through the pandemic. They also worked under the terms of an expired contract since October 2021.
"USW members are proud of the work we do serving our country," Hall said, "but management needs to understand that we are committed to fighting for and winning a fair contract at BAE. We are not willing to accept a substandard contract simply because the company calls it a 'final offer.'"
Members of USW Local 7687 build tracked and wheeled vehicles for the U.S. military.
The USW represents 850,000 men and women employed in manufacturing, metals, mining, pulp and paper, rubber, chemicals, glass, auto supply and the energy-producing industries, along with a growing number of workers in tech, public sector and service occupations.
Contact: Jess Kamm Broomell, 412-562-2444, jkamm@usw.org
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HOUSTON (AP) — A man evicted from a Houston apartment house set fire to the building to lure tenants from their homes then shot five of them — killing three — before officers fatally shot him as firefighters battled the blaze, authorities said.
The attack happened at about 1 a.m. Sunday in a mixed industrial-residential neighborhood in southwest Houston. Police and fire crews responded to the apartment house after reports of the fire, police Chief Troy Finner said.
The gunman opened fire, possibly with a shotgun, on the other tenants as they emerged from the house, Finner said. Two were dead at the scene, and one died at a hospital. Fire teams rescued two other wounded men, who were hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries, he said.
Michael James told Houston TV station KPRC that he was returning home from work when he was shot in the back.
“I saw the house was on fire, and I saw flames, so I called 911,” James said. “I didn’t get through, so I turned my back and headed back out the driveway. And all of a sudden, boom.”
The man opened fire as the firefighters battled the fire, forcing them to take cover until police officers spotted the prone gunman and fatally shot him, Finner said.
Finner said no firefighters or officers were wounded.
“I’ve seen things I have not seen before in 32 years, and it has happened time and time again,” Finner said. “We just ask that the community come together.”
A neighbor, Robin Ahrens, told the Houston Chronicle that he heard what he initially thought were fireworks as he prepared for work.
“I’m just fortunate that I didn’t go outside because he probably would have shot me too,” he told the newspaper.
He said the shooter, who had colon cancer, was behind on his rent, jobless and was recently notified that he was being evicted.
“Something must have just hit him in the last couple of days really hard to where he just didn’t care,” he said. | https://www.ourquadcities.com/news/national-news/ap-police-evicted-houston-man-kills-3-sets-fire-to-lure-them/ | 2022-08-29T23:02:22Z | https://www.ourquadcities.com/news/national-news/ap-police-evicted-houston-man-kills-3-sets-fire-to-lure-them/ | true | 61 |
NEW YORK, Aug. 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- This press release provides shareholders of Cohen & Steers Closed-End Opportunity Fund, Inc. (NYSE: FOF) (the "Fund") with information regarding the sources of the distribution to be paid on August 31, 2022 and cumulative distributions paid fiscal year-to-date.
In December 2021, the Fund implemented a managed distribution policy in accordance with exemptive relief issued by the Securities and Exchange Commission. The managed distribution policy seeks to deliver the Fund's long-term total return potential through regular monthly distributions declared at a fixed rate per common share. The policy gives the Fund greater flexibility to realize long-term capital gains throughout the year and to distribute those gains on a regular monthly basis to shareholders. The Board of Directors of the Fund may amend, terminate or suspend the managed distribution policy at any time, which could have an adverse effect on the market price of the Fund's shares.
The Fund's monthly distributions may include long-term capital gains, short-term capital gains, net investment income and/or return of capital for federal income tax purposes. Return of capital includes distributions paid by the Fund in excess of its net investment income and net realized capital gains and such excess is distributed from the Fund's assets. A return of capital is not taxable; rather, it reduces a shareholder's tax basis in his or her shares of the Fund. The amount of monthly distributions may vary depending on a number of factors, including changes in portfolio and market conditions.
At the time of each monthly distribution, information will be posted to cohenandsteers.com and mailed to shareholders in a concurrent notice. However, this information may change at the end of the year because the final tax characteristics of the Fund's distributions cannot be determined with certainty until after the end of the calendar year. Final tax characteristics of all of the Fund's distributions will be provided on Form 1099-DIV, which is mailed after the close of the calendar year.
The following table sets forth the estimated amounts of the current distribution and the cumulative distributions paid this fiscal year-to-date from the sources indicated. All amounts are expressed per common share.
You should not draw any conclusions about the Fund's investment performance from the amount of this distribution or from the terms of the Fund's managed distribution policy. The Fund estimates that it has distributed more than its income and capital gains; therefore, a portion of your distribution may be a return of capital. A return of capital may occur, for example, when some or all of the money that you invested in the Fund is paid back to you. A return of capital distribution does not necessarily reflect the Fund's investment performance and should not be confused with 'yield' or 'income'. The amounts and sources of distributions reported in this Notice are only estimates, are likely to change over time, and are not being provided for tax reporting purposes. The actual amounts and sources of the amounts for accounting and tax reporting purposes will depend upon the Fund's investment experience during the remainder of its fiscal year and may be subject to changes based on tax regulations. The amounts and sources of distributions year-to-date may be subject to additional adjustments.
*THE FUND WILL SEND YOU A FORM 1099-DIV FOR THE CALENDAR YEAR THAT WILL TELL YOU HOW TO REPORT THESE DISTRIBUTIONS FOR FEDERAL INCOME TAX PURPOSES
The Fund's Year-to-date Cumulative Total Return for fiscal year 2022 (January 1, 2022 through July 31, 2022) is set forth below. Shareholders should take note of the relationship between the Year-to-date Cumulative Total Return with the Fund's Cumulative Distribution Rate for 2022. In addition, the Fund's Average Annual Total Return for the five-year period ending July 31, 2022 is set forth below. Shareholders should note the relationship between the Average Annual Total Return with the Fund's Current Annualized Distribution Rate for 2022. The performance and distribution rate information disclosed in the table is based on the Fund's net asset value per share (NAV). The Fund's NAV is calculated as the total market value of all the securities and other assets held by the Fund minus the total liabilities, divided by the total number of shares outstanding. While NAV performance may be indicative of the Fund's investment performance, it does not measure the value of a shareholder's individual investment in the Fund. The value of a shareholder's investment in the Fund is determined by the Fund's market price, which is based on the supply and demand for the Fund's shares in the open market.
Fund Performance and Distribution Rate Information:
Investors should consider the investment objectives, risks, charges and expense of the Fund carefully before investing. You can obtain the Fund's most recent periodic reports, when available, and other regulatory filings by contacting your financial advisor or visiting cohenandsteers.com. These reports and other filings can be found on the Securities and Exchange Commission's EDGAR Database. You should read these reports and other filings carefully before investing.
Shareholders should not use the information provided here in preparing their tax returns. Shareholders will receive a Form 1099-DIV for the calendar year indicating how to report Fund distributions for federal income tax purposes.
Website: https://www.cohenandsteers.com
Symbol: (NYSE: CNS)
About Cohen & Steers. Cohen & Steers is a leading global investment manager specializing in real assets and alternative income, including real estate, preferred securities, infrastructure, resource equities, commodities, as well as multi-strategy solutions. Founded in 1986, the firm is headquartered in New York City, with offices in London, Dublin, Hong Kong, and Tokyo.
Forward-Looking Statements
This press release and other statements that Cohen & Steers may make may contain forward looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, which reflect the company's current views with respect to, among other things, its operations and financial performance. You can identify these forward-looking statements by the use of words such as "outlook," "believes," "expects," "potential," "continues," "may," "will," "should," "seeks," "approximately," "predicts," "intends," "plans," "estimates," "anticipates," or the negative versions of these words or other comparable words. Such forward-looking statements are subject to various risks and uncertainties.
Accordingly, there are or will be important factors that could cause actual outcomes or results to differ materially from those indicated in these statements. The company undertakes no obligation to publicly update or review any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future developments or otherwise.
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Vontier Co. (NYSE:VNT – Get Rating) was the target of a large decrease in short interest in the month of August. As of August 15th, there was short interest totalling 1,710,000 shares, a decrease of 25.0% from the July 31st total of 2,280,000 shares. Based on an average daily trading volume, of 1,130,000 shares, the short-interest ratio is presently 1.5 days. Approximately 1.1% of the company’s shares are sold short.
Vontier Stock Up 0.2 %
Shares of NYSE:VNT traded up $0.05 during midday trading on Monday, reaching $22.62. The company’s stock had a trading volume of 724,428 shares, compared to its average volume of 1,531,185. The company has a quick ratio of 1.20, a current ratio of 1.58 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 5.17. The firm has a 50 day moving average of $23.60 and a 200-day moving average of $24.76. The firm has a market capitalization of $3.57 billion, a P/E ratio of 7.28, a PEG ratio of 1.18 and a beta of 1.03. Vontier has a 12-month low of $21.16 and a 12-month high of $37.08.
Vontier (NYSE:VNT – Get Rating) last announced its quarterly earnings data on Thursday, August 4th. The company reported $0.72 earnings per share for the quarter, topping analysts’ consensus estimates of $0.69 by $0.03. Vontier had a net margin of 16.97% and a return on equity of 97.01%. The business had revenue of $776.40 million for the quarter, compared to analysts’ expectations of $763.00 million. During the same quarter in the prior year, the company earned $0.61 earnings per share. The business’s revenue was up 7.1% compared to the same quarter last year. On average, research analysts anticipate that Vontier will post 3.24 earnings per share for the current year.
Vontier Dividend Announcement
Insider Buying and Selling at Vontier
In other news, Director Andrew Miller sold 2,670 shares of the stock in a transaction dated Tuesday, August 16th. The shares were sold at an average price of $23.88, for a total transaction of $63,759.60. Following the completion of the sale, the director now directly owns 13,800 shares in the company, valued at $329,544. The transaction was disclosed in a document filed with the SEC, which is accessible through the SEC website. 0.33% of the stock is currently owned by corporate insiders.
Institutional Inflows and Outflows
Hedge funds have recently modified their holdings of the business. River Road Asset Management LLC bought a new stake in shares of Vontier in the first quarter worth $66,029,000. Artisan Partners Limited Partnership purchased a new position in Vontier in the second quarter worth about $53,839,000. Anchor Capital Advisors LLC bought a new stake in shares of Vontier during the 1st quarter valued at about $47,443,000. American Century Companies Inc. increased its position in shares of Vontier by 141.8% during the 1st quarter. American Century Companies Inc. now owns 2,585,407 shares of the company’s stock valued at $65,643,000 after purchasing an additional 1,515,960 shares during the last quarter. Finally, Thompson Siegel & Walmsley LLC lifted its stake in shares of Vontier by 38.0% in the 1st quarter. Thompson Siegel & Walmsley LLC now owns 4,657,508 shares of the company’s stock worth $118,254,000 after purchasing an additional 1,282,516 shares during the period. Hedge funds and other institutional investors own 95.53% of the company’s stock.
Analyst Ratings Changes
A number of analysts recently commented on the company. Citigroup raised their price target on Vontier to $29.00 in a research note on Monday, August 15th. Barclays dropped their target price on shares of Vontier from $39.00 to $33.00 and set an “overweight” rating for the company in a research report on Friday, July 8th. Finally, The Goldman Sachs Group reduced their price target on shares of Vontier from $31.00 to $26.00 and set a “neutral” rating on the stock in a research report on Thursday, June 23rd. Two investment analysts have rated the stock with a hold rating and three have given a buy rating to the company’s stock. Based on data from MarketBeat, Vontier has an average rating of “Moderate Buy” and a consensus price target of $29.67.
Vontier Company Profile
Vontier Corporation engages in the research and development, manufacture, sale, and distribution of technical equipment, components, software, and services for manufacturing, repairing, and servicing in the mobility infrastructure industry worldwide. The company offers a range of solutions, including environmental sensors, fueling equipment, field payment hardware, point-of sale, workflow and monitoring software, vehicle tracking and fleet management, software solutions for traffic light control, and vehicle mechanics', and technicians' equipment.
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A little over two years ago, a 38-year-old pediatrician named Amy Solomon collapsed on her treadmill at home. She died of what was discovered to be a rare, undiagnosed heart defect.
The day she died, Amy's parents — Roger and Ginny Rosenblatt — drove from their house on Long Island to their daughter's home in Bethesda, Md. The Rosenblatts have been there ever since, helping their son-in-law take care of three children, who were 6, 4, and 1 when their mother died.
Now, Roger Rosenblatt has written about this reconfigured family in an exquisite, restrained little memoir filled with both hurt and humor.
The title of the book itself — Making Toast — contains both of those emotions. At first, it conveys Rosenblatt's dry sense of humor, before revealing a more complex meaning.
"It's my only skill," he tells All Things Considered's Melissa Block. "It's worth developing a specialty, and my specialty is making toast.
"I come up very early in the morning, set the table for the children, and then when they come down make toast for those who want it. Sometimes cinnamon toast, sometimes regular toast," Rosenblatt continues. "The only reason I wanted Making Toast as the title is that it is a simple gesture of moving on. Every morning there's the bread and you make the toast and you start the day. And so, even unconsciously, it became a symbol of how to live our life."
Rosenblatt is known as "Boppo" to his grandchildren. Having raised his own children, he's had to relearn how to be a parent. One thing he's rediscovering is that children have no respect for sequential thought.
"No matter what you're doing, you will be battered with questions. To say left field doesn't even begin to describe how odd the questions are," Rosenblatt says. "Eventually your reflexes develop in that direction and you're able to answer the craziest questions: 'How tall will I be? Do marlins have lips?' "
And Rosenblatt has found himself getting caught up in the kinds of thoughts that rattle around in the heads of his grandchildren.
"Sammy, the middle child, who is now 6, asked me, 'What are years? Why do we have years?' And that began a little investigation on our part into how long years are on other planets and that sort of thing, which interests him very much," Rosenblatt says.
Answering the seemingly random questions of a 6-year-old have proved easier for Rosenblatt than asking some of his own. He says he couldn't face the question — "Why us?" — that haunts "all parents in this terrible situation." And couldn't bring himself to confront the issue of just how rare his daughter's heart condition really was.
"Ginny had a much more quasi-scientific or medical attitude and wanted to know exactly what had happened," Rosenblatt says. "I knew enough of what had happened to satisfy me that I did understand why our daughter had died, but the more I talked to people — the more that I got the idea that this was so rare — the angrier I got."
That anger is brought to vivid life in the early pages of Making Toast, in which Rosenblatt recounts how he picked fights with store clerks, lost his temper with one of his students, battled road rage, bristled at anyone who attempted to comfort him using phrases he viewed as cliched or trite, and — as he puts it — cursed God.
Struggle with a higher power is one of the book's most compelling — and troubling — themes. Rosenblatt describes himself as a believer, but not in a beneficent deity.
"The God I do believe in is the God who doesn't care: James Joyce's God who stands back, paring his fingernails," Rosenblatt says.
After Amy's death, this kind of belief presented itself as a dilemma.
"If you're going to believe in God," Rosenblatt explains, "if you're going to take that leap of faith, as I do, then the God that seems the most comprehensible to me would be the God who set us spinning and said 'Good luck.' What happens, unfortunately, with that conclusion about God, is that when you are yourself stricken, when you are brought to your knees, then you become entirely superstitious, as I did, and say [to God], 'You should have cared; you should have spared this one wonderful young woman with her three young children and her life barely lived, who was so valuable as a doctor to others.' "
But even as he finds himself grasping for answers, he knows his God cannot give the ones he's looking for.
"The God I am talking to is not the God of my comprehension. The God of my comprehension said, 'I'm sorry, I did the best I could.' "
Rosenblatt says he came upon an idea that might help to reconcile those two ideas of God — an indifferent creator with something more sympathetic — when a friend told him that he believes God wept at moments of tragedy. But he admits that the God that he can conceive of does not weep — at least not in the way he understands God now.
"It would be the best way to think of it, that God would set these things in motion, allow such things to happen, and then weep at the consequences," Rosenblatt says. "But as I say, I'm not quite there yet."
His anger diminishes as time passes, but Rosenblatt says that at times his anger rises from unexpected sources: a piece of music, or a television program, or a word from a friend. In those moments, he says it feels as though "Amy had died yesterday."
The questions of faith and God that weave through Making Toast also help to animate the way Rosenblatt perceives his daughter's spirit.
"There was a moment," he explains, when he and his wife were waiting for their youngest son to arrive on a train, "and I felt this tapping on my forearm. It wasn't a breeze and it wasn't a flutter of the garment. It was an actual tapping, like one person comforting another. And I looked to Ginny to see if she had done it and she had not. And I never felt it again.
"Once in a rare while, a breeze or something gives me an idea of Amy's presence," Rosenblatt continues. "But it is not in my nature to believe in such things. It is in Ginny's nature, and she believes in it very strongly. And in many of our friends too, who have lost loved ones in their families."
The support that came from friends in the wake of his daughter's death opened Rosenblatt's eyes to what he calls a "terrible secret society" of those who had experienced similar grief.
"Suddenly, you learn of the deaths in families ... of people you had known your whole life," he says. "And I thought, 'I never knew that about you,' or worse, 'Did you tell me that and did I forget it?' You know, because until it happens to you, there is a kind of casual way you look upon other people. Death is something that happens to others, you think, until it happens to you."
After living in the aftermath of his daughter's death for two years, after intertwining his life with those of his grandchildren, after mornings and mornings of making toast and grappling with questions of God and faith and fairness and anger, what shape does his daughter take in his daily life? Does he believe that the moment, waiting for his son on the train, where he felt a tapping on his arm, might have been Amy?
Rosenblatt's answer, like his book, looks back on the changes wrought by those years. It is a mix of faith — fragile and mysterious — and careful reasoning.
"As a writer, I have to believe in invisible things," Rosenblatt says. "So when it happened, I had no choice and no other explanation than to believe it was Amy tapping me saying, 'You're doing OK.' That is our standard, you see. It is the only reason that we can keep Amy alive with us: to think that she is approving of what we are doing and how the children are being reared and that we're doing as much as we can. This is a way of immortality. This is a way of keeping the dead alive. To do what you think they would have wanted."
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Ghana National Gospel Music Awards 2022: Full list of winners
Diana Hamilton emerged the overall Artiste of the Year!
We present to you the official Winners for the 2022 Ghana National Gospel Music Awards announced at a special awards ceremony held at the Accra International Conference Centre on Saturday, August 27, 2022.
Hosted by James Mensah and Eno Safo, the glamorous night saw Heavenly performances from Amanda (poet), Kwame Gyedu, KobbySalm, Scott Evans, Piesie Esther, Celestine Donkor, Bethel Revival Choir and others.
The 5th edition of the Ghana National Gospel Music Awards (NGMA) was powered by Global Expert Recovery Limited with sponsorship from Pedlo Energy. It was supported by Africa World Airlines.
The organizers also honoured Elder Samuel K. Ampiah with the Lifetime Achievement Award.
Below is the full list of nominees and winners.
Gospel Male Vocalist of the Year – Perez Musik (Hewale lala)
Gospel Female Vocalist of the Year – Celestine Donkor
Gospel Songwriter of the Year – Quame Gyedu – W’aho)den
Gospel Music Video of the Year – Empress Gifty – Skyweb Eye Woaa
Gospel Music Instrumentalist of the Year – Nana Yaw Safo
Gospel Music Producer of the Year – Dan Bassey – The Glory by Obaapa Christy
Traditional Gospel Song of the Year – Bethel Revival Choir – Agbadza Medley Vol 3
Gospel Collaboration of the Year – Prophet Joseph Atarah Ft Piesie Esther – Woye Odo
Best Worship Song of the Year – Perppy – Ofata Ayeyi
Best Praise Song of the Year – Diana Hamilton – Awurade Ye
Best Gospel Song of the Year – Ohemaa Mercy – Ote Me Mu
Gospel Music Promoter of the Year (Radio/TV) – Franky5 Hitz FM
Gospel Music Promoter of the Year (Online/Blogging) – Qweku Glover (GloversHub.com)
Adventist Vibrant Artiste of the Year – Alex Acheampong
Gospel Artiste Manager of the Year – David – Bethel Revival Choir
International Artiste(s)of the Year – Benestelle
African Artiste(s) of the Year – Nelkay (South Africa)
Urban Artiste of the Year – Scott Evans
Gospel Male Artiste of the Year – Akesse Brempong
Gospel Female Artiste(s) of The Year – Diana Hamilton
Gospel Artiste(s) of the Year (Diaspora) – Herty Corgie
Gospel Song of the Year (Diaspora) – Alex Acheampong – It won’t Be Long
Church Choir of the Year – Potters City Choir
Choral Group of the Year – The Harmonious Choir
Gospel New artiste(s) of the Year – Adom Kiki
Best Hybrid Gospel Song of the Year – Kofi Kinaata – Thy Grace II
Gospel Uncovered Artiste(s) of the Year – Rosemond Akyeampong
MUSIGHA Gospel Performance of The Year – Empress Gifty
Gospel Artist of The Year – Diana Antwi Hamilton
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Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield have opened up about their fun summer together - ahead of their This Morning return.
The presenting duo will be back at the helm of the ITV show next week, returning to the This Morning sofa on Monday September 5 after a few weeks off for their summer break. The pair are great friends outside the show too, and have enjoyed spending their summer together with barbeques and Alison Hammond even stayed with Phil at his house.
Phil has described the show as his support group, and the pair have enjoyed a lot of time together this summer as they took their usual break for the school holidays. Holly finds it "really nice" being able to see each other away from the studio too.
Speaking about his summer, Phil said: "The best time about summer is turning off the alarm and switching off!
"I usually have three alarms that get me up in the morning - two on my phone and one on the Alexa - and it's nice that when you finish for summer you can switch off the alarms! I have three because when you’re getting up at 5.30am, you’ve got to be sure you’re going to wake up, and actually the final alarm really is my driver either phoning or banging on the window - that's when I know I’m cutting it fine! So having all of that gone is a nice feeling."
As Holly added: "Summertime for me is really about spending time with the kids and the family. School term time is really busy for them, and in telly land it’s as busy as ever too now that the world has opened up again - there's so much more stuff to do!
"It’s all lovely of course, but it is nice to get that marker in the sand. I tend to take a bit of a break from social media at the same time as well, so for me, when I come back in September I'm ready to start again. It’s a real re-set for me."
The pair got to enjoy a lot of their summer together, whilst Alison Hammond also popped by too.
"Well funny enough we got to see each other quite a bit… to see each other socially is always really nice!" Holly said, with Phil sharing: "There were a few barbeques… and having Alison stay over recently was fun!"
Holly insists the group at the show are very close and all love to hang out throughout the summer too.
She added: "We really have so much fun on the show. We're one great big family and that's what makes the show so special and unique. We definitely miss that during the summer, but we all stay in touch and will see each other during the break, so it's lovely to be on holiday mode together and catch up outside of the studio."
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Serena Williams unveils match kit for US Open originally appeared on NBC Sports Washington
Serena Williams will be shining a little extra at Arthur Ashe Stadium on Monday night.
The 23-time grand slam winner unveiled her black NikeCourt Flare 2 shoes, part of her jewelry collection, that are glistening in Swarovski crystals.
The top of the pair features her logo "SW" while the right shoe reads "Queen" and the left has "Mama" written with a heart.
"This is so wild and so crazy," Williams said in a TikTok video. "I've never worn better shoes for the Open."
Williams will also be rocking out in a figure skating-inspired Nike dress composed of six layers to represent all the titles she has won at the Slam.
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And just when you thought the GOAT couldn't shine anymore in front of the New York crowd, Williams will be playing the Open with numerous diamonds in her hair, which she revealed during practice on Sunday.
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The province is adding five emergency call boxes along the Alaskan Highway corridor to improve access to 911 emergency services for British Columbians in northeastern B.C. who find themselves needing help and without cell-service.
Announced Wednesday (Aug. 24), the Northern Rockies Regional Municipality will install the emergency call boxes in designated pull-outs along Highway 97. Emergency call boxes will be located between Prophet River and Fort Nelson, and between Fort Nelson and the Yukon border.
The Grande Prairie fire department will answer 911 calls from the weatherproof and solar paneled emergency call boxes and act as a dispatcher to other services as required, the province said.
The first call box will be installed south of Fort Nelson near the municipality’s southern border. Another will be located across from Summit Lake Campground at Stone Mountain provincial park. Call boxes will also be installed north of the Toad River community and north of the Fireside community. The final emergency call box will be located across from Liard River Hot Spring provincial park.
The province expects the five-location project to be completed this year, according to its statement. The province contributed up to $107,000 to the project, with the Northern Rockies Regional Municipality funding up to $15,000 to the project.
The emergency call boxes will contribute to the province’s upcoming multi-year plan to combat gender-based violence in the province, parliamentary secretary for gender equity Grace Lore said in the announcement.
“We’ve heard from rural and remote front-line services how essential connectivity is and we know when a person is a risk of being harmed, they need to be able to access help immediately.”
The emergency call box project is part of the province’s StrongerBC initiative under its recovery plan and is funded through the Connecting British Columbia program which is administered by the Northern Development Initiative Trust. The program also funds internet and cell service infrastructure projects in remote areas. | https://www.kelownacapnews.com/news/b-c-to-install-five-911-emergency-call-boxes-in-northeast-along-alaskan-highway/ | 2022-08-29T23:11:55Z | https://www.kelownacapnews.com/news/b-c-to-install-five-911-emergency-call-boxes-in-northeast-along-alaskan-highway/ | false | 11 |
The right grill tools will simplify your holiday cookout
You may be planning your Labor Day barbecue menu, looking for grilling tips and preparing to fire up your grill, but don’t forget the importance of having a grill set on hand when the celebration begins. Made specifically for grilling, these sets include essential tools for preparing, cooking and serving your favorite grilled foods.
Not all grill sets are the same. While some only include a few essential utensils, others come well-stocked with a large collection of tools and gadgets to fit your every barbecuing need. The best one for you will depend on factors such as how often you grill, how many grilling utensils you already have in your collection and the types of food you typically toss on your grill.
Items in a grill set
Spatulas, tongs, forks, basting brushes, skewers, corn holders and grill brushes are some of the most commonly used tools for grilling and are included in most grill sets. Quality sets contain durable stainless steel utensils. Because safety is key when working on a hot grill, the tools that are used on the grill feature handles that are approximately 16 to 18 inches in length.
Additionally, other items in larger, comprehensive sets include:
- Squeeze bottles for condiments or water for the grill
- Salt and pepper shakers
- Meat marinade injector
- Meat thermometer
- Knife
- Grill apron
- Grill mitt or silicone gloves for handling hot pots and pans
- Grill hat
- Grill cleaning pad
Number of items in a grill set
Some grill cooks only need a few grilling tools, while others prefer a large collection of items that come in handy for everything from cooking to cleanup. You’ll find grill sets with as few as two items, large sets with 25 or more pieces and everything in between.
Cases
Not all grill sets come with cases. When this feature is offered, it is often made of metal and has slots and compartments for each item. Although not as durable, other cases are made of soft materials that are lightweight and easy to carry. A case isn’t necessary, as there are well-made grill sets that don’t include them. However, having a case for your grill set comes in handy for transporting it when you are grilling away from home and for storing your grilling tools and gadgets when you aren’t using them.
Best grill sets for Labor Day
Cuisinart Deluxe 20-Piece Grill Set
This popular grill tool set comes with 20 pieces that are durable and made to last. It includes a wide spatula, tongs, a basting brush, corn holders and more. An aluminum storage case is included. Sold by Amazon, Macy’s and Home Depot
New Star Foodservice Four-Piece Stainless Steel Grill Set with Hard Wood Handles
This set is a good value if you only need a few tools for grilling. It includes a fork, spatula, tongs and grill cleaning brush, each with long, durable hardwood handles. Sold by Amazon
Aptoco 15-Piece Stainless Steel Grill Tool Set
In addition to classic grill tools such as a basting brush, fork, tongs and several spatulas, you’ll get a few unexpected items in this 15-piece set, such as egg rings, squeeze bottles and salt and pepper shakers. The cleaning brush comes in handy for keeping grill grates free of debris. Sold by Wayfair
Nexgrill Eight-Piece Grill Tool Set
If just a few grilling utensils are all you need at your next barbecue, Nexgrill’s eight-piece set comes with the essentials, including tongs, four skewers, a basting brush, fork and spatula. Sold by Home Depot
Oniva Six-Piece BBQ Apron Tote Pro Grill Set
Because this set includes a grill hat and apron, you’ll feel like a true chef every time you cook out. It also comes with a mitt, spatula, fork and tongs. Sold by Kohl’s
Grilljoy 24-Piece Grill Tool Set
With 24 pieces, Grilljoy’s grill tool set has everything you’ll need the next time you grill, including a spatula, meat injector, basting brush, salt and pepper shakers and more. You can keep them all organized in the included aluminum case. Sold by Amazon
OlarHike 25-Piece Grill Tool Set
This set is packed with well-made utensils and gadgets that come in handy for preparing your favorite grilled cuisine. It comes with 25 pieces total plus an aluminum storage case. Sold by Amazon
Weber Two-Piece Stainless Steel Grill Tool Set
Weber’s two-piece stainless steel set is perfect if you only need a pair of practical grilling tools. The dishwasher-safe spatula and tongs have soft handles that are comfortable to grip during use. Sold by Home Depot and Amazon
Eigno 27-Piece Stainless Steel Grill Tool Set
From the basic to the unique, the 27 pieces in this set will meet almost any need when cooking on the grill. The included apron keeps the tools organized and easily accessible, plus it doubles as a place to store them when not in use. Sold by Amazon
Alpha Grillers Four-Piece Heavy-Duty Stainless Steel BBQ Grill Tool Set
This grill set comes with tongs, a spatula, a basting brush and a fork made of durable stainless steel. The spatula has a serrated edge to cut meat while on the grill. Sold by Amazon
All-Clad Five-Piece Stainless Steel BBQ Set
Made by a top brand in cooking items, the four pieces in this set are made to last. You’ll get a fork, marinade brush, spatula, tongs and a tough metal carrying and storage case backed by a lifetime warranty. Sold by Macy’s
Home-Complete 16-Piece Stainless Steel BBQ Grill Tool Set
The 16 pieces in this set will be useful every time you grill. It includes a spatula, corn holders, a grill brush and more. The aluminum case makes them easy to transport and doubles as storage. Sold by Home Depot
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NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (WAVY) — Senator Tim Kaine spent the day Monday talking with young service members at Fort Eustis about what motivated them to join the army.
As 10 On Your Side reported earlier this month, the army is struggling to meet its 2022 recruitment goals.
He says as it gets harder to recruit, military branches are starting to get creative with their approach and that involves starting discussions with younger generations sooner.
“They call it gen alpha,” said Senator Tim Kaine. “The kids that were born in about 08-09 will be the army recruits in about 2028 – 2030, so how do we get that group of kids who are mostly in middle school now, how do we get them to be focused on serving our country?”
Senator Tim Kaine says military officials tell him fewer 18-Year-Olds are able to meet military standards than ever before. This could mean passing the educational standards, but most fail to pass the physical fitness test.
He believes cutting physical education in schools might be contributing to the lack of qualified applicants.
“Schools drop P.E. programs so they can make sure kids are great at social studies, English, science and math and guess what suffers? The ability for folks to qualify for military service,” said Kaine. “You can’t pretend that doesn’t have a consequence. It does have a consequence so we have to rethink some of that.”
He says students are also outside less which could contribute to a lack of getting enough physical activity.
“Just as the level of activity is going down, people are in front of screens more,” said Kaine.
Kaine learned about the Future Solider Program at Fort Jackson, which is aimed to help recruits who don’t meet current standards, but really want to join.
“They have an innovative program that they’re doing at Fort Jackson that’s a little bit of a pilot of taking young people in who don’t meet current standards but doing an intense two-week program to see, if you want to serve, how we can get you over that standard bar in two weeks,” said Kaine.
Military officials also believe it’s important to expand Junior ROTC programs to more schools across the country.
“In high schools that have Junior ROTC programs, you’re 44% more likely to get recruits coming from those schools,” said Kaine. “It turns out that a lot of existing J-ROTC programs are in states where the population is going down with what’s happening demographically populations moving south and west.”
He went on to say, “You have to look for new opportunities in the high-growth areas.”
Kaine believes the pandemic is also contributing to the low numbers because the military had to resort to virtual recruiting.
“You send someone to a high school and you have one-on-one conversations with kids and you go have conversations with their parents that for about two years was shut down,” said Kaine. “I do think we may not be where we want to be because this was shut down.”
Because retention is strong, Kaine says he’s remaining optimistic, but it’s important to think about the future before it’s too late.
“We can talk about the diagnosis, but what’s the prescription?” asked Kaine.
Senator Kaine says they also want to encourage schools to recognize students who choose to serve our country.
He says students should be applauded for going into the military, not looked down on for not going to college, and he hopes schools start to jump on board with some of these new recruiting efforts. | https://www.wavy.com/news/local-news/newport-news/senator-tim-kaine-meets-with-military-officials-to-discuss-army-recruitment/ | 2022-08-29T23:23:28Z | https://www.wavy.com/news/local-news/newport-news/senator-tim-kaine-meets-with-military-officials-to-discuss-army-recruitment/ | true | 2 |
The most recent 14-day burn ban in place in Pittsburg County expired Monday and county commissioners declined to pass a new one — effectively lifting the countywide ban against burning that's been in effect for 42 days.
"There's no burn ban for now," McAlester/Pittsburg County Office of Emergency Management Director Kevin Enloe noted after the commissioners' meeting.
He said if the county receives the amount of rain it's forecast to get over the next three-to-six days, the burn ban could not stay in effect.
Enloe said his information from the National Weather Service shows the county is forecast to get up to .61 inches of rain through the next 7 days.
Pittsburg County is still in an exceptional drought mode under the U.S. Drought Monitor, he said. Still, if the county gets the amount of rain it's forecast to get over the next week, Pittsburg County would not be eligible for an enforceable burn ban based on the state's criteria, even if the county does remain in an exceptional drought mode for awhile longer.
Pittsburg County Commission Chairman/District 2 Commissioner Kevin Smith said he did not want to pass a burn ban that is not enforceable.
District 1 Commissioner Charlie Rogers said he's heard from constituents regarding the matter.
"I've had a bunch of citizens call" who were requesting the burn ban be lifted, he said.
"I feel like we've had enough rain in my area," Rogers said, referring to the north part of the county and other parts of his district. He said commissioners can look at the issue again during their next meeting, which will be next Tuesday, Sept. 6, because of the long Labor Day weekend. Smith also said the commissioners could reconsider the burn ban during another meeting if they need to do so.
Enloe polled fire chiefs belonging to the Pittsburg County Firefighters Association, so he could have results available. Polls results were 17 fire chiefs voted "yes" in favor of enacting a new burn ban. Nine voted "no," which meant they were opposed to a new burn ban going into place. Enloe said he did not hear back from one of the chiefs.
While more fire chiefs were in favor of enacting a new burn ban, commissioners declined to do so, based on the weather forecasts supplied by Enloe.
Commissioners passed the first 14-day burn ban on July 19, then passed two more similar 14-day bans as the county remained in a drought mode with little countywide rainfall, with the exception of a few areas.
The burn ban in place for the past 42 days called for those convicted of violating the measure to face maximum penalties of up to a $500 fine and/or a year in jail.
“It is unlawful for any person to set fire to any forest, grass, range, crop or other wildlands, or build a campfire or bonfire, or to burn trash or other material, or use any fireworks that may cause a forest, grass range, crop or other wildland fire,” the burn bans stated
Outdoor welding was allowed during the burn bans, provided there were fire watch personnel on the scene while welding and/or cutting activities were underway. Outdoor grilling was allowed, with the recommendation the griller was on a concrete patio or something similar.
The resolutions also stated the burn bans were enforceable by any law enforcement office in the state.
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New Delhi: Former Congress leader Ghulam Nabi Azad on Monday said he had assumed Prime Minister Narendra Modi to be a "crude man" but he had displayed humanity while recalling a terror-related incident during the farewell speech for Azad in Rajya Sabha.
After Azad quit the Congress, the party had alleged that he was "Modified" and several leaders attacked him citing Modi's speech in Rajya Sabha in February last year in which the teary-eyed prime minister had praised Azad as a "true friend".
Modi had recalled the 2007 terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir on a bus carrying people from his state Gujarat when he was the chief minister and his interaction with Azad, who was then the chief minister of J&K.
Speaking to reporters, Azad said Modi's emotional speech at his retirement was given a different twist by some "illiterate" Congressmen and their emotions expressed in the House were about the tragedy and not for each other.
"I assumed that Modi Sahab was a crude man as he did not have children or his own family... and would not care but at least he has shown humanity," he said and narrated the heartrending aftermath of the grenade explosion inside the Gujarat tourist bus.
"When the chief minister of Gujarat called, I was crying loudly. He heard me crying and he was told that I cannot talk right now and have to treat those who are injured."
"When I talked to the chief minister to ask for two planes, one for the dead and the other for the injured and I again cried... he (Modi) turned emotional while referring to my state," Azad said.
Recalling Modi's tears in the Rajya Sabha, Azad said he also broke down when the prime minister spoke about the tragic incident and his response.
Taking a swipe at Rahul Gandhi, he said it was Rahul who hugged Modi in Parliament not him.
Asked about Congress' criticism, Azad said Modi is merely an excuse and they were riled ever since he and 22 other Congressmen wrote to Sonia Gandhi in August 2020, challenging their way of functioning.
He was referring to the letter sent by the G-23 dissident group seeking large-scale reforms in the party.
Azad alleged that he has been "forced to leave my home" as they were not heard.
"After that letter, there have been many meetings and we put forth our views before Sonia Gandhi but none of our suggestions were implemented," he said.
Azad said that he did not sleep for six days before and after writing the G-23 letter because "we gave blood for the party".
He said his respect for Sonia Gandhi is the same as it was 30 years ago and it is the same for Rahul Gandhi as he belongs to the family of Indira Gandhi and Rajiv Gandhi.
Hitting back at Azad for his criticism, Congress general secretary in-charge communications Jairam Ramesh said, "After such a long career, courtesy entirely the party he's been tasked to slander, by giving interviews indiscriminately, Mr. Azad diminishes himself further."
"What's he afraid of that he's justifying his treachery every minute? He can be easily exposed but why to stoop to his level?" he said on Twitter on Monday. | https://www.greaterkashmir.com/todays-paper/front-page/i-was-forced-to-leave-my-home-says-azad | 2022-08-29T23:25:53Z | https://www.greaterkashmir.com/todays-paper/front-page/i-was-forced-to-leave-my-home-says-azad | false | 6 |
Streamline Health Solutions, Inc. (NASDAQ:STRM – Get Rating) saw a significant drop in short interest in August. As of August 15th, there was short interest totalling 77,300 shares, a drop of 28.3% from the July 31st total of 107,800 shares. Based on an average daily trading volume, of 31,600 shares, the short-interest ratio is presently 2.4 days. Currently, 0.2% of the company’s stock are short sold.
Wall Street Analysts Forecast Growth
Several research firms have weighed in on STRM. TheStreet lowered Streamline Health Solutions from a “c-” rating to a “d+” rating in a report on Friday, June 10th. StockNews.com initiated coverage on Streamline Health Solutions in a research note on Thursday. They issued a “sell” rating on the stock. Finally, Lake Street Capital initiated coverage on Streamline Health Solutions in a research note on Friday, May 20th. They issued a “buy” rating and a $3.00 price objective on the stock.
Streamline Health Solutions Price Performance
Shares of STRM traded up $0.01 on Monday, hitting $1.59. The company’s stock had a trading volume of 10,754 shares, compared to its average volume of 40,132. The company has a market capitalization of $77.63 million, a PE ratio of -9.69 and a beta of 0.81. The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.30, a current ratio of 0.91 and a quick ratio of 0.91. Streamline Health Solutions has a fifty-two week low of $1.04 and a fifty-two week high of $1.88. The company has a 50 day moving average price of $1.47 and a 200 day moving average price of $1.43.
Institutional Trading of Streamline Health Solutions
Institutional investors and hedge funds have recently made changes to their positions in the business. Prudential Financial Inc. bought a new stake in shares of Streamline Health Solutions in the 2nd quarter valued at $31,000. Vanguard Group Inc. boosted its stake in shares of Streamline Health Solutions by 31.3% during the 1st quarter. Vanguard Group Inc. now owns 1,499,359 shares of the company’s stock worth $2,399,000 after buying an additional 357,200 shares during the last quarter. HighTower Advisors LLC boosted its stake in shares of Streamline Health Solutions by 46.2% during the 1st quarter. HighTower Advisors LLC now owns 95,050 shares of the company’s stock worth $152,000 after buying an additional 30,050 shares during the last quarter. Finally, Nicholas Hoffman & Company LLC. boosted its stake in shares of Streamline Health Solutions by 118.5% during the 1st quarter. Nicholas Hoffman & Company LLC. now owns 184,378 shares of the company’s stock worth $295,000 after buying an additional 100,000 shares during the last quarter. Institutional investors own 40.83% of the company’s stock.
Streamline Health Solutions Company Profile
Streamline Health Solutions, Inc offers health information technology solutions and associated services for hospitals and health systems in the United States and Canada. It provides computer software-based solutions, professional consulting, and auditing and coding services, which capture, aggregate, and translate structured and unstructured data to deliver predictive insights.
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UP cop arrested for raping mother of a 17-year-old rape survivor
According to woman’s complaint, Maurya was handling her daughter’s rape case and he had asked her to meet him at a petrol pump near his quarter on August 28. From there, he asked her to follow him to his quarters and raped her, the FIR said.
A police officer has been arrested for raping the mother of a 17-year-old rape survivor in his official quarters in the Sadar area of Kannauj district, officials said on Monday.
The accused, inspector Anup Maurya, has been suspended.
According to woman’s complaint, Maurya was handling her daughter’s rape case and he had asked her to meet him at a petrol pump near his quarter on August 28. From there, he asked her to follow him to his quarters and raped her, the FIR said.
The arrested officer, however, said that he called the complainant to his room to take her signatures on some documents.
“Prima facie, the charges of the victim have been found true. The inspector has been suspended and arrested for rape. He was produced before the court and sent to jail,” said Kunwar Anupam Singh, SP, Kannauj.
Circle officer (Sadar) Shiv Pratap Singh was asked to conduct a preliminary inquiry into the incident, and found Maurya guilty of charges. | https://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/upcop-held-for-raping-mother-of-teen-survivor-101661798361393-amp.html | 2022-08-29T23:28:28Z | https://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/upcop-held-for-raping-mother-of-teen-survivor-101661798361393-amp.html | true | 6 |
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BOISE, Idaho (AP) — A southwestern Idaho woman who pleaded guilty to defrauding the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare’s Medicaid program by falsely claiming services to participants with developmental disabilities has been sentenced to 180 days in the Ada County Jail and must repay more than $146,000 in criminal restitution.
Attorney General Lawrence Wasden announced Monday that 58-year-old Janna Lyn Miller of Kuna received the sentence Thursday in 4th District Court.
District Court Judge Samuel Hoagland also ordered Miller to pay $83,000 in criminal restitution as well as $2,000 in court costs. Officials recovered $64,000 in fraudulent payments before sentencing.
Miller also received a five-year suspended sentence with five years of probation. She will have to spend a minimum one year in state prison if she violates her probation.
In addition to the criminal restitution, Miller owes the state more than $234,000 in additional overpayments and related penalties. All told, she is responsible for paying more than $375,000 related to her company’s actions.
The attorney general's office said that Miller owned and operated Inclusion, Inc., a Meridian-based company that provided home health, supervised employment, mental health counseling and social support services to Idaho Medicaid participants with developmental disabilities.
Besides the main office in Meridian, the company also had offices in Sandpoint, Coeur d’Alene and Twin Falls.
The attorney general's office said Miller wrongfully obtained Medicaid funds by making false representations or directing workers to make false representations regarding services provided.
Miller's prosecution resulted from a coordinated effort by the U.S. Department of Health and Welfare’s Medicaid Program Integrity Unit, the Idaho Branch of the Office of the Inspector General of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, and the state attorney general’s Medicaid Fraud Control Unit. | https://www.myplainview.com/news/article/Southwest-Idaho-woman-gets-jail-fines-for-17405925.php | 2022-08-29T23:33:50Z | https://www.myplainview.com/news/article/Southwest-Idaho-woman-gets-jail-fines-for-17405925.php | false | 13 |
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The following items were taken from Highland Park police department and Lake County court clerk reports, news releases and records. An arrest does not constitute a finding of guilt.
THEFT
Between Aug. 17 and 18, someone stole catalytic converters from two vehicles parked in a lot in the 3100 block of Skokie Valley Road. The estimated value of the loss is $3,000.
Between Aug. 17 and Aug. 18, an unknown individual or individuals stole catalytic converters from two vehicles parked in a lot in the 2200 block of Skokie Valley Road. The estimated value of the loss is $2,000.
A woman entered a retail store in the 2000 block of Skokie Valley Road, placed a variety of electronics products into a hamper in a shopping cart Aug. 14 and left the store without paying. The value of the merchandise is $1,228.
An unknown individual stole catalytic converters from two vehicles parked in a lot in the 3100 block of Skokie Valley Road Aug. 17. The estimated value of the loss is 3,000.
An unknown individual or individuals gained access to a locker in the 100 block of Skokie Valley Road, stole a variety of credit cards and used the cards fraudulently.
An unknown individual stole an unsecured electric scooter parked in a public garage in the 600 block of Laurel Avenue. The estimated value of the loss is $2,000.
CONSUMPTION OF ALCOHOL BY MINOR
An 18-year-old Highland Park man was charged with consumption of alcoholic liquor by a person under 21 years of age and possession of alcoholic liquor by a person under 21 on Aug. 25. He was arrested after police responded to a report of public intoxication in the 1900 block of First Street. He was released on bond and is scheduled to appear in Lake County Court Sept. 16 in Park City.
BURGLARY
Someone entered a home in the 2400 block of Green Bay Road Aug. 17 through an unlocked first-floor window. Two sets of car keys, a wallet, a purse containing a wallet and a television set were stolen. | https://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/highland-park/ct-hpn-highland-park-blotter-tl-0901-20220829-kt7dcmnkinbc5cbkownwyjv57a-story.html | 2022-08-29T23:37:00Z | https://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/highland-park/ct-hpn-highland-park-blotter-tl-0901-20220829-kt7dcmnkinbc5cbkownwyjv57a-story.html | false | 1 |
Jaime Winstone says Dame Barbara Windsor sent her a signal from beyond the grave to take on the role of a young Peggy Mitchell.
The actress, who became friends with the star after she played her in the 2017 BBC biopic Babs, revealed she was apprehensive about playing her again in a flashback episode of EastEnders.
Jaime, 37, said: "When I was offered the part, I had such a deep connection with her, I thought, 'Is this something I should do, or do I risk getting typecast? Or would she want someone else to do it?'."
She told the Radio Times: "So I had a little word with Barbara [who died in 2020] and asked her for a sign. A little blonde butterfly kept coming into my garden.
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"We don't get too many because my dog goes for them. But you know when you know."
The flashback episode will air on September 5 and features the struggling Mitchells during 1979, with Britain in economic turmoil.
Jaime portrays Peggy as her marriage to Eric, played by George Russo, crumbles. Barbara once complimented Jaime on playing her, saying: "You're more me than me."
Jaime added to the mag that she now laughs with Babs' famous cackle, saying: "That's still very much there when I've had a glass of wine."
Th actress previously said: "I've played so many parts in Barbara's life but not Peggy Mitchell.
I had to strip all the Carry On stuff away, the wiggle and giggle.
"Peggy is different, she’s tough, she's vulnerable but nobody's seen her at this point in her life."
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Actress Patricia Pillar published a series of tweets rebutting criticisms of Ciro Gomes that have been made since an episode 20 years ago, when the two were married and he was running for the presidency for the second time, was rescued in this Sunday’s debate.
“My partner has one of the most important roles, which is sleeping with me. Sleeping with me is a fundamental role”, said Ciro during the 2002 campaign, as remembered by President Jair Bolsonaro at the meeting organized in a pool by the vehicles. SheetUOL, TV Bandeirantes and TV Cultura.
Now on Twitter, the actress said that she had forgiven the former governor of Ceará at that time, when he “immediately apologized” and that she still has “great admiration and respect” for the PDT candidate – who will have his vote in the elections of October, added.
“Anyone who tries to take advantage of a woman’s personal story, disregarding what she says, is disrespecting all women,” Pillar added, stressing the last words.
She also offered solidarity to journalist Vera Magalhães, harassed by the president during the debate on the Band after asking a question, and “to all the other women already disrespected by Bolsonaro”.
The issue of women was central in the debate between the presidential candidates this Sunday, especially after the PL candidate’s sexist attack on the journalist and Simone Tebet, a senator who is running for office by the MDB.
Gender parity policies and the fight against gender violence dominated the questions, at a time in the campaign when candidates seek to attract the female vote, which has favored former President Lula over the current incumbent of the Planalto. | https://playcrazygame.com/2022/08/30/patricia-pillar-says-she-has-forgiven-ciro-gomes-for-machismo-08-29-2022-illustrated/ | 2022-08-29T23:41:48Z | https://playcrazygame.com/2022/08/30/patricia-pillar-says-she-has-forgiven-ciro-gomes-for-machismo-08-29-2022-illustrated/ | true | 1 |
Netflix Is 25 Years Old Today
Believe it or not, today — August 29, 2022 — is the 25th anniversary of Netflix. That’s the day the company was founded by Reed Hastings and Mark Randolph.
Back then, obviously, it was not the streaming video powerhouse it is now. In 1997, streaming video did not exist, unless you count my grandfather's collection of VHS tapes about fly fishing. Instead, the company was built sending DVDs through the mail.
Originally, Netflix sold and rented DVDs through the mail, but they became famous for their rental business. Customers paid for a monthly subscription and in return they got all the DVDs they could watch delivered straight to their mailbox. The standard plan was three discs out at a time. Each time you sent one back in one of those little red envelopes which used to be everywhere but now are borderline nonexistent, the company sent you back a new movie to watch from the top of your queue of titles you wanted on their site.
Their big sales pitch at the time was that unlike renting from a chain like Blockbuster, Netflix charged no late fees if you forgot to return something. (Of course not; you were paying a monthly subscription fee.) Here is a vintage commercial from 2004 that shows how things used to work:
This poor man in this commercial apparently lives on a couch across the street from a big video store? Feels like he should have higher priorities than getting DVDs shipped to his home by mail? If he wanted to, he could just get off his couch, walk across the street, and rent anything he wanted from the video store! But whatever.
Netflix first began offering streaming movies through the internet in 2007. By 2011, that side of the business had grown so large, that they announced plans to spin off their DVD by mail business into a new company called Qwikster, a name so silly and so widely ridiculed it sounds like something I would make up as a joke. A few months later, Netflix reversed course and decided to keep the DVDs-by-mail going. If you’re so inclined, you can still get DVDs from Netflix to this day. (The company now owns the DVD.com website and uses that as their disc rental hub.)
What does the future hold for Netflix? The streaming business they pioneered has now become one of the competitive spaces in all of entertainment. (Netflix recently posted a quarterly subscriber loss for the first time in years.) They’ve also expanded into new areas like streaming games, but at least so far that business hasn’t exploded in the same way their streaming video concept did in the late 2000s. Maybe hearing that Netflix is now 25 years old will make people so nostalgic for those little red envelopes that they’ll dust off their DVD players and start renting discs again.
Here was a video Netflix made to celebrate their anniversary: | https://y95country.com/how-old-is-netflix/ | 2022-08-29T23:43:09Z | https://y95country.com/how-old-is-netflix/ | false | 3 |
Company working with Etain, LLC to scale infrastructure and processes ahead of license transfer and anticipated launch of New York adult-use sales
TORONTO, Aug. 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - RIV Capital Inc. ("RIV Capital" or the "Company") (CSE: RIV) (OTC: CNPOF), an acquisition and investment firm focused on building a leading multistate platform with the strongest portfolio of cannabis brands in key strategic markets across the United States ("U.S."), today released its financial results for the three months ended June 30, 2022 ("Q1 2023"). All financial information in this press release is reported in U.S. dollars, unless otherwise indicated.
Q1 2023 Highlights
- Initial closing of acquisition of ownership and control of Etain, LLC and Etain IP LLC (together, "Etain") completed in April 2022 (the "Etain Acquisition")
- Ongoing integration of the Etain business to optimally position the Company for the launch of the adult-use cannabis market in New York
- Approximately $170 million of cash on-hand to support the Etain Acquisition and long-term expansion plans
"Following the initial closing on the unregulated assets of Etain in April 2022, we remain confident that we have selected the ideal platform for growth as the New York market approaches the launch of adult-use sales," said Mark Sims, President and CEO of RIV Capital. "While the final transfer of equity interests of Etain, the license-holding entity, is currently under review by New York state regulators, the structure of the acquisition has given us ownership of Etain's non-regulated assets, and accordingly, we have been diligently working with the Etain team to appropriately scale their existing infrastructure, processes, and systems. We expect a significant increase in Etain's revenue and cash flow following the launch of adult-use sales in the New York, which Etain plans to support alongside the State's medical program once legally permissible."
"We believe that we have a significant advantage in our ability to expand the existing Etain business into a larger platform designed for long-term, sustained growth," Mr. Sims continued. "Our newly appointed Chief Operating Officer, Mike Totzke, will be dedicated to leading our New York operations and executing our growth plans. Despite ongoing challenges in the existing medical market, particularly due to the rampant proliferation of unlicensed operators in the state of New York, Etain has carved out a premium niche that will serve as a foundation on which to grow market share in the years ahead. Four months following the initial closing of the Etain Acquisition, Etain is well on its way to completing the Chestertown expansion, introducing new and exciting products into the medical market, optimizing its retail platform, and readying to break ground on our new flagship facility in Buffalo."
"Despite some of the prolonged headwinds that we have seen weigh on the sector over the past several quarters, we remain extremely bullish on the growth prospects for the cannabis industry, and we believe that New York will be the epicenter for key market developments in the years to come," said Chris Hagedorn, Executive Vice President, The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company, Division President, The Hawthorne Gardening Company, and Director, RIV Capital. "We remain confident that meaningful federal regulatory reform is a question of when, not if, and our long-term commitment to this industry is as strong as ever. We are excited to continue to watch and support our partners at RIV as they work towards building the New York leader that we believe they are optimally positioned to become. We are well-situated to win in this industry long-term with RIV as our investment vehicle and we look forward to the development of their strategy outside of New York's borders as well."
Eddie Lucarelli, Chief Financial Officer of RIV Capital, added, "Our cash position remains strong, providing us with more than enough liquidity to complete the Etain Acquisition and finance our expansion plans in New York, while remaining flexible enough to adapt to the shifting cannabis landscape in real time. Our goal to build a market-leading U.S. platform begins in New York, but we continue to explore new opportunities for the selective expansion of our footprint to other geographies in the future, keeping in mind the dynamic nature of the industry."
Etain Acquisition and Integration
In April 2022, RIV Capital announced the completion of the initial closing of its previously disclosed transaction involving Etain, owners and operators of a legally-licensed Registered Organization with cannabis cultivation and retail dispensaries in the state of New York. Pursuant to the initial closing, RIV Capital acquired the non-regulated portion of the Etain companies. Subject to receipt of the relevant approvals by the New York state regulators, including the New York Cannabis Control Board (the "CCB") and the New York State Office of Cannabis Management (the "OCM"), the second closing and transfer of the license-holding entity's equity interests is expected to occur in the second half of calendar year 2022.
The structure of the Etain Acquisition has enabled an accelerated timeline for the optimization of Etain's business, which includes the early execution of certain integration activities and streamlining of internal processes. Following the initial close, the Company has been able to provide various support services, including advising on the implementation of new cultivation and manufacturing best practices, leveraging insights from the technical services team at The Hawthorne Gardening Company, a subsidiary of The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company ("ScottsMiracle-Gro"), RIV Capital's strategic partner, with the goal of optimizing the design and fit-out of Etain's Chestertown cultivation facility expansion.
Etain's cultivation and production infrastructure in Chestertown is undergoing a significant expansion to increase cultivation capacity and support the development of new product formats in anticipation of the launch of adult-use sales in New York. The Company expects construction on the expansion to be substantially complete before the end of its fiscal year. The Company is also working to help prepare Etain's existing retail locations for the expected increase in customer traffic and sales volume next fiscal year, with the potential for certain strategic relocations in early calendar year 2023. In addition, RIV is currently evaluating locations for the four new dispensaries permitted under the Etain license, which would bring the Company's total New York footprint to eight retail locations, three of which will be co-located for adult-use (once legally permissible).
As previously announced, RIV Capital is also in the process of developing a new, state-of-the-art flagship indoor cultivation facility in Buffalo, designed with premier cultivation and production infrastructure specifically tailored to support the premium New York market. Under the lease agreement relating to the facility, RIV Capital will lease two buildings totaling approximately 75,000 square feet. Importantly, an approximately 7,000 square foot portion of the new facility will be designated to support social equity licensees. The Company believes that supporting the state's initiatives for an equitable cannabis industry will further strengthen the broader New York market, while securing new wholesale opportunities and other potential partnerships. RIV Capital expects to break ground on the new flagship facility in the fourth quarter of calendar year 2022. The lease contains various conditions relating to receipt of regulatory and other necessary approvals, including completion of any environmental remediation pursuant to the New York State Brownfield Program. Operation of the flagship facility is also subject to receipt of regulatory approval from the CCB and the OCM.
While the Company believes that the pending launch of adult-use sales in New York will be transformative, management recognizes that the current market faces operational challenges. These include the prolonged roll-out of regulations for the adult-use market, low patient retention in the medical program, and rampant proliferation of unlicensed operators in the state. Although these factors have placed added pressure on the current market, management continues to strongly believe in the significant market opportunity in New York. The Company is hopeful that regulators are taking the necessary steps required to ensure a safe, legal market for patients and businesses alike, while setting the groundwork for a successful adult-use launch that supports the long-term, sustained success that patients, customers, and businesses alike deserve in the state.
Growth and Expansion Strategy
RIV Capital's long-term strategy is to build a leading multi-state operating and brand platform, with New York serving as the foundation. The Company intends to develop and expand new brands and products designed to resonate with the New York consumer, with plans to offer as one of its core brands Etain's popular product line, which will include new form factors and SKUs later this year. Once adult-use sales begin, the Company expects a significant ramp in business to occur, with expanded operations coming online to satisfy the growing consumer demand that is expected across the state. We further believe that adding capacity to Etain's existing cultivation and manufacturing footprint will allow the company to continue efficiently serving New York's medical market even as adult-use rolls out across the state.
While RIV Capital remains focused on operationalizing its New York platform before undertaking significant expansions elsewhere, the Company continues to actively explore M&A opportunities as part of its overall corporate strategy. Amid difficult market conditions, RIV Capital's strong liquidity puts the Company in a favourable position to build its U.S. platform as the broader market evolves. The Company intends to take full advantage of its significant cash position when the right opportunity presents itself, and aims to provide updates on its progress as its U.S. operations begin to scale.
Q1 2023 Financial Results
The following is a summary of the Company's financial results for Q1 2023. Unless otherwise indicated, all financial highlights summarized in tables in this press release are presented in thousands of dollars, except share and per share amounts. In light of the Etain Acquisition, and its initial closing in April 2022, the Company changed the presentation currency of its consolidated financial statements from the Canadian dollar to the U.S. dollar effective April 1, 2022. As a result of the change in the Company's presentation currency, all references to "$" are to United States dollars and references to "C$" are to Canadian dollars.
The Company reported revenue, net of excise taxes, of $1.3 million for the three months ended June 30, 2022 (the Company did not report revenue for any reporting periods ended on or prior to March 31, 2022). Retail revenue of $1.3 million was generated from Etain, LLC's dispensaries in Manhattan, Kingston, Syracuse, and Yonkers, and wholesale revenue of $0.2 million was generated from sales of Etain-branded products to other registered organizations in New York.
The Company reported cost of goods sold (which excludes unrealized fair value changes included in biological assets and realized fair value changes included in inventory sold) of $0.8 million for the three months ended June 30, 2022 (the Company did not report cost of goods sold for any reporting periods ended on or prior to March 31, 2022).
The Company reported nominal amounts in respect of the unrealized loss on changes in fair value of biological assets and realized fair value changes included in inventory sold for the three months ended June 30, 2022 (the Company did not report either of these items for any reporting periods ended on or prior to March 31, 2022).
Based on the foregoing, the Company reported a gross profit of $0.5 million for the three months ended June 30, 2022 (the Company did not report gross profit for any reporting periods ended on or prior to March 31, 2022).
The Company reported operating expenses of $5.5 million for the three months ended June 30, 2022, compared with operating expenses of $2.0 million for the same period last year. The increase in operating expenses relative to the comparative period was primarily due to the significant increase in the size and scope of general and administrative functions of the Company to support its strategic shift to the U.S. cannabis market and as a result of the Etain Acquisition.
The Company reported other income of $2.2 million for the three months ended June 30, 2022, compared with other loss of $26.4 million for the same period last year. The following factors contributed to the Company's reported results:
- Royalty, interest, and lease income was $0.1 million for the three months ended June 30, 2022, compared with $0.5 million for the same period last year. The decrease in royalty, interest, and lease income relative to the comparative period was primarily attributable to the Company no longer recognizing royalty, interest, or lease income for certain investees due to challenges in the underlying business performance of those investees or as a result of dispositions of these financial assets.
- The net change in fair value of financial assets at fair value through profit or loss ("FVTPL") was a decrease of $0.2 million for the three months ended June 30, 2022, compared with a decrease of $29.2 million for the same period last year. The net change in fair value of financial assets at FVTPL reported in the prior period included a negative change in the fair value of the Company's previously-held investment in CGC common shares of $29.9 million.
- Accretion and interest expense was $3.8 million for the three months ended June 30, 2022, compared with a nominal amount for the same period last year. The increase in accretion expense relative to the comparative period was primarily attributable to the accretion expense recognized on the Convertible Notes issued to The Hawthorne Collective and accretion expense recognized on the deferred consideration related to the Etain Acquisition.
- Unrealized foreign exchange gain was $6.3 million for the three months ended June 30, 2022, compared with $nil for the same period last year. The unrealized foreign exchange gain was primarily attributable to foreign-denominated cash deposits held by the Company and certain of its subsidiaries.
The Company reported an income tax expense of $0.6 million for the three months ended June 30, 2022, compared with an income tax recovery of $3.9 million for the same period last year. Income tax expense for the period included a tax expense of $0.4 million related to the estimated taxable profits of Etain, LLC for which the Company is responsible.
Based on the foregoing, the Company reported a net loss of $3.5 million and basic and diluted EPS of $(0.02) for the three months ended June 30, 2022, compared with a net loss of $24.5 million and basic and diluted EPS of $(0.17) for the same period last year.
The net change in fair value of financial assets at fair value through other comprehensive income (net of tax expense or recovery) was an increase of $0.5 million for the three months ended June 30, 2022, compared with a decrease of $0.4 million for the same period last year. The Company also reported a downward adjustment as a result of foreign currency translation of $5.0 million for the three months ended June 30, 2022, compared with an upward adjustment of $3.6 million for the same period last year. The recognition of the foreign currency translation adjustment was new this period as a result of the shift in the Company's presentation currency from Canadian dollars to U.S. dollars.
Based on the foregoing, the Company reported a total comprehensive loss of $8.0 million for the three months ended June 30, 2022, compared with a total comprehensive loss of $21.3 million for the same period last year.
Q1 2023 Portfolio Updates
The following represents a brief summary of other developments in the RIV Capital portfolio during and subsequent to Q1 2023:
- BioLumic Inc. ("BioLumic") announced the closing of a $13.5 million Series B funding round that will be used to accelerate commercial growth, market its technology, and deepen relationships with cannabis cultivation leaders and technology partners, while expanding its growing library of Light Signal Recipes. BioLumic also announced an exclusive partnership with Fluence, a leading global provider of energy-efficient lighting solutions for commercial cannabis and food production, to deliver BioLumic's cutting-edge UV Light Signals through Fluence's LED products.
- The Company completed the divestment of its financial interests in 10831425 Canada Ltd. d/b/a Greenhouse Juice Company ("Greenhouse Juice") for cash consideration of C$5.5 million. The Company had originally invested in Greenhouse Juice in January 2019, at a time when Greenhouse Juice's strategic plan included exploring opportunities to participate in the cannabis market in Canada. The disposition was consistent with the Company's strategy in respect of its legacy portfolio as it relates to the identification of opportunities for monetization for non-core investments. No gain or loss or mark-to-market adjustments were recognized upon disposition as the proceeds received by the Company were equal to the carrying value of the investment for financial reporting purposes.
- Subsequent to Q1 2023, High Beauty, Inc. ("High Beauty") completed the initial closing of a financing round that triggered automatic conversion mechanisms pursuant to the senior secured convertible promissory note agreement between High Beauty and the Company. Accordingly, the convertible promissory note with a face value of $0.8 million that the Company purchased in December 2019 converted into 1,000,017 shares of High Beauty based on a conversion price that was a 20.0% discount to the price per share implied by High Beauty's raise.
- NOYA Cannabis Inc. ("NOYA") reached an agreement with Medicibis ("Mendo"), an online portal for medical cannabis patients that ships nationwide through Canada. Under the agreement, NOYA and its cultivation partners will cultivate product drops for Mendo from both their indoor and sun grown facilities, in addition to offering their world-renowned cultivars, giving Mendo patients access to all NOYA brands.
- ZeaKal, Inc. ("ZeaKal") announced a multi-year development agreement to raise more sustainable poultry through improved soy genetics and feed quality with Perdue AgriBusiness ("Perdue"), a leading merchandiser, processor, and exporter of agricultural products. With Perdue handling roughly three million acres worth of soybeans per year, ZeaKal's PhotoSeed® trait technology offers growers a higher value crop with reduced environmental footprint.
This press release should be read in conjunction with the Company's unaudited condensed interim consolidated financial statements and management's discussion and analysis ("MD&A") for Q1 2023, which are available under the Company's profile on SEDAR at www.sedar.com and on the Company's website at www.rivcapital.com/investors.
For more information regarding the Company, please refer to the MD&A and the Company's annual information form ("AIF") dated June 10, 2022, also available under the Company's profile on SEDAR at www.sedar.com and on the Company's website at www.rivcapital.com/investors.
About RIV Capital
RIV Capital is building a leading cannabis packaged goods company, with a focus on establishing one of the strongest portfolios of brands in key strategic U.S. markets. Backed by in-house expertise and cannabis domain knowledge, RIV Capital aims to grow its own brands and partner with established U.S. cannabis operators and brands to bring them to new markets and build market share. RIV Capital established the foundational building blocks of its active U.S. strategy with the announced Etain Acquisition. Through its strategic relationship with The Hawthorne Collective, Inc. ("The Hawthorne Collective"), a subsidiary of The ScottsMiracle-Gro Company ("ScottsMiracle-Gro"), RIV Capital is The Hawthorne Collective's preferred vehicle for cannabis-related investments not under the purview of other ScottsMiracle-Gro subsidiaries.
Forward-Looking Statements
This news release contains statements which constitute "forward-looking information" within the meaning of applicable securities laws, including statements regarding the plans, intentions, beliefs and current expectations of RIV Capital and its portfolio companies with respect to future business activities and operating performance. Forward-looking information is often identified by the words "may", "would", "could", "should", "will", "intend", "plan", "anticipate", "believe", "estimate", "expect" or similar expressions and includes information regarding the Company's strategies, objectives, goals, opportunities and plans, including in respect of Etain; the Company's liquidity position, including its ability to finance the second closing of the Etain Acquisition and long-term expansion plans with cash on-hand; the Company's ability to appropriately scale Etain's existing infrastructure, processes and systems; the Company's expectations regarding the U.S. cannabis market; the Company's expectations of the anticipated benefits of the Etain Acquisition, and the structure thereof, and strategic rationales for acquiring Etain, including expectations regarding legal cannabis market opportunities in the New York; expectations regarding the launch of adult-use sales in the state of New York; expectations regarding expansion and timing thereof, including in respect of Etain's Chestertown facility; the Company's investment in Etain, including the timing and cash required for completion of the second closing of the Etain Acquisition; the Company's expectations regarding Etain's position in the New York cannabis market; the Company's expectations and plans regarding Etain's business, including its market share, sales, brand, products and locations; the Company's expectations regarding growth opportunities; the Company's plans to expand geographically; challenges faced by the existing U.S. medical cannabis market; the Company's plan to invest in, launch and/or develop U.S. assets to build a multistate cannabis operating and brand platform and the value to be derived therefrom; the Company's expectations with respect to the development of a new Buffalo facility, including the size and expected timing for completion of such facility; the Company's intention to, and the anticipated benefits of, supporting New York state cannabis equity initiatives; the anticipated benefits of the investments from The Hawthorne Collective; the Company's expectation that it will be ScottsMiracle-Gro's preferred vehicle for investments not under the purview of The Hawthorne Gardening Company; and expectations for other economic, business, and/or competitive factors.
Investors are cautioned that forward-looking information is not based on historical fact but instead reflects management's expectations, estimates or projections concerning future results or events based on the opinions, assumptions and estimates of management considered reasonable at the date the statements are made. Although RIV Capital believes that the expectations reflected in such forward-looking information are reasonable, such information involves risks and uncertainties, and undue reliance should not be placed on such information, as unknown or unpredictable factors could have material adverse effects on future results, performance or achievements of RIV Capital or its portfolio companies.
Among the key factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those projected in the forward-looking information are the following: the timing and likelihood for receipt of all required regulatory approvals, and satisfaction of other conditions to closing, in respect of the Etain Acquisition; the Company's ability to execute its go-forward strategy; stock market volatility; changes in the business activities, focus and plans of the Company, Etain and the Company's investees and the timing associated therewith; the timing of any changes to federal laws in the U.S. to allow for the general cultivation, distribution, and possession of cannabis; regulatory and licensing risks; changes in cannabis industry growth and trends; changes in general economic, business and political conditions, including changes in the financial markets; litigation risks; the global regulatory landscape and enforcement related to cannabis, including political risks and risks relating to regulatory change; risks relating to anti-money laundering laws; compliance with extensive government regulation, including RIV Capital's interpretation of such regulation; public opinion and perception of the cannabis industry; divestiture risks; and the risk factors set out in RIV Capital's MD&A and AIF filed with the Canadian securities regulators and available on RIV Capital's profile on SEDAR at www.sedar.com.
The Company has invested in and acquired, and intends to in the future invest in and/or acquire, companies that are involved in the manufacture, possession, use, sale, and distribution of cannabis in the recreational and medicinal cannabis marketplace in the United States. Local state laws where such operations occur permit such activities, however, investors should note that there are significant legal restrictions and regulations that govern the cannabis industry in the United States. Cannabis remains a Schedule I drug under the U.S. Controlled Substances Act, making it illegal under federal law in the United States to, among other things, cultivate, distribute or possess cannabis in the United States. Financial transactions involving proceeds generated by, or intended to promote, cannabis-related business activities in the United States may form the basis for prosecution under applicable U.S. federal money laundering legislation.
While the approach to enforcement of such laws by the federal government in the United States has trended toward non-enforcement against individuals and businesses that comply with recreational and medicinal cannabis programs in states where such programs are legal, strict compliance with state laws with respect to cannabis will neither absolve the Company of liability under U.S. federal law, nor will it provide a defense to any federal proceeding which may be brought against the Company. The enforcement of federal laws in the United States is a significant risk to the business of the Company and any proceedings brought against the Company thereunder may adversely affect the Company's operations and financial performance.
Should one or more of these risks or uncertainties materialize, or should assumptions underlying the forward-looking information prove incorrect, actual results may vary materially from those described herein as intended, planned, anticipated, believed, estimated or expected. Although RIV Capital has attempted to identify important risks, uncertainties and factors that could cause actual results to differ materially, there may be others that cause results not to be as anticipated, estimated or intended. RIV Capital does not intend, and does not assume any obligation, to update this forward-looking information except as otherwise required by applicable law.
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JACKSON HEIGHTS, Queens (WPIX) — A 15-year-old boy lost his arm in a subway surfing accident in Queens Monday morning, according to police and law enforcement sources.
The incident occurred at the 74th Street and Broadway stop in Jackson Heights at 10:24 a.m. The northbound R train was pulling away from the station when the teen was hit, according to an NYPD spokeswoman.
The teen fell while subway surfing and was found with a severed arm underneath the train. Surveillance video shows the train leaving the station when the injured teen emerges yelling for help and bystanders pull him onto the platform, sources said.
The boy was taken to the hospital in stable condition, according to police. His arm was found at the next station and was transported to the hospital, too, according to sources.
In July, NYC Transit President Richard Davey urged people not to ride on top of trains. He said there had been hundreds of instances of subway surfing in 2022.
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Um, St. Petersburg?
It’s great that you want to redevelop the drab and depressing 17.3-acre plot of land that includes Tropicana Field. It needs something more reflective of the city’s rich heritage combined with its dynamic future.
Go get ‘em.
But, here’s the thing, you need to pick up the pace.
About two months ago, Mayor Ken Welch announced the city had reopened bidding for proposals about that massive project. Welch said any proposal had to include a carve-out for a baseball stadium, presumably the future home of the Tampa Bay Rays.
He also said bidders should submit a plan without a stadium.
Welch said the site also had to honor St. Pete’s historic Gas Plant community, which the city sacrificed nearly four decades ago in its rush to get the Trop built. Bravo to that. Looking to the future by trying to correct an ill-conceived move from the past is smart thinking.
“The site also must effectively recognize, honor, and support the community displaced due to construction of the original stadium, in an impactful and sustainable manner,” the Mayor said in a news release.
St. Pete has a chance to correct the injustice from all those years ago, turning the current site into something special.
However, the clock is running faster than the Mayor or city planners want to imagine.
Last Friday, Welch announced any proposal had to include plans for affordable and workforce housing. The Rays could be part of that future, or maybe not. That’s basically what he said two months ago.
It’s also two lost months in what has become an uncomfortably tight squeeze on both the city and the Rays if they have the will to get something done.
The deadline to submit proposals is Nov. 18, and Welch has said he wants to pick a developer by the end of the year.
“We’ve got plenty of time,” he said in June.
No, he doesn’t — especially when it comes to the Rays.
Even if everything goes like clockwork, which it won’t, it’s a daunting timeline to plan, finance and construct a new stadium before the Rays’ lease expires in 2027.
The argument over financing alone, assuming the Rays want to stay in St. Pete, could take at least a year. That’s not counting how long it will take to approve the stadium design, exact location, traffic and parking concerns, and so on.
Then they have to build the thing. The bid process alone on that will be painstaking.
St. Pete’s history on these large projects doesn’t show a lot of giddy-up. Remember how long it took for the city to replace its downtown Pier?
I’ll refresh your memory.
In 2004, the city decided it needed to replace its existing Pier.
Plans to do that started a year later, and eight years after that — no, the new Pier wasn’t ready — the existing Pier closed. When it looked like things were moving ahead, voters rejected one plan.
Bottom line: the new Pier didn’t open until slightly over two years ago. That’s 16 years after the city started talking about what to do.
The stadium and redevelopment dance is starting to feel like that.
Yes, the Rays share in the blame. They’ve never appeared to be in a hurry about this, and they too are on the clock.
I’ve never been a fan of building a new stadium in St. Pete, strictly because a location so far from the center of the market hurts the Rays’ attendance. But if they can share in the historic redevelopment of that area and get a stadium to boot, it makes a lot more financial sense than we might initially imagine.
But I wouldn’t count on the Rays sitting on their hands while committee after committee reviews and delays a final decision.
Baseball wants an answer quickly.
So does everyone else. Get with it, folks. | https://floridapolitics.com/archives/552541-joe-henderson-st-pete-needs-some-giddy-up-in-trop-site-redevelopment-plans/ | 2022-08-30T00:00:20Z | https://floridapolitics.com/archives/552541-joe-henderson-st-pete-needs-some-giddy-up-in-trop-site-redevelopment-plans/ | true | 1 |
Investors found some succor in the latest rout in U.S. stocks, but not necessarily in the places one might expect.
While traditionally defensive sectors like utilities managed to retain gains in Monday’s session, some of the market’s other bright spots included more speculative assets like cannabis shares, meme stocks and cryptocurrencies.
Cannabis stocks rally
Cannabis stocks have had a tough year, yet some on Wall Street think this may be about to change.
Popular cannabis names like Tilray Inc.
TLRY,
Cannabis-stock focused ETFs like the AdvisorShares
MSOS,
One Wall Street analyst who covers the cannabis industry, but asked to speak on background, said the recent rally has been driven by a confluence of factors, including hopes that a federal banking-reform bill could pass the U.S. Senate this fall. Analysts also cited the prospect that Germany might legalize marijuana for adult use.
To be sure, cannabis stocks remained well off their 52-week highs, with shares of Aurora down more than 80% from their peak above $14.
Cryptocurrencies bounce back
After taking a beating on Friday, cryptocurrencies were edging back on Monday. Bitcoin
BTCUSD,
While cryptocurrencies climbed on Monday, Nicholas Colas, co-founder of DataTrek Research, estimated that their aggregate market capitalization still has fallen to roughly $1 trillion from a peak of $3 trillion in November 2021, in a Monday morning research note.
“That 67% decline in virtual currency values from the peak is not far off the NASDAQ 2000 – 2002 experience of a 78 pct drop, and it raises the question of “how do you know when a bubble has entirely burst?” Colas said.
Meme stocks are also outperforming
Shares of Bed Bath & Beyond
BBBY,
See: Bed Bath & Beyond stock rockets a day ahead of ‘strategic update’
The rally in BBBY appeared to lift other meme stock names, including GameStop Corp.
GME,
To be sure, Wall Street analysts continue to be skeptical. Of the 18 analysts listed by FactSet as covering Bed Bath & Beyond, 12 were bearish and five were neutral, while only one was bullish.
Energy stocks rise alongside oil, natural gas
West Texas Intermediate crude futures
CLV22,
Shares of oil-and-gas companies rallied sharply as a result, and many of the sector’s biggest names were the best performers on the S&P 500 on Monday. Some of these included APA Corp.
APA,
The Energy Select Sector SPDR Fund
XLE,
Defensive stocks also outperform
Utilities stocks are seen as the quintessential defensive play due to steady cash flows that often remain resilient in economic downturns, and provide large dividends. In this sense, it may be unsurprising that the utilities sector has outperformed the S&P 500 both on Monday, and over the past week. But the outperformance hasn’t been spectacular. The Utilities Select Sector SPDR Fund
XLU,
Utilities have outperformed the S&P 500 this year: the sector is up nearly 6% year-to-date, making utilities the best-performing sector after energy.
But technical analysts also were seeing signs that the sector might already be overbought. Jonathan Krinsky, chief market technician at BTIG, said the utility sector has recently retreated from the widest spread vs. its 200-day moving average in seven years. This could be a sign of more pain to come.
U.S. stocks closed lower on Monday as a selloff continued. On Friday, the S&P 500
SPX,
The Dow Jones Industrial Average
DJIA, | https://www.marketwatch.com/story/cannabis-crypto-and-meme-stocks-rally-monday-as-stock-market-selloff-continues-11661806756?rss=1&siteid=rss | 2022-08-30T00:00:39Z | https://www.marketwatch.com/story/cannabis-crypto-and-meme-stocks-rally-monday-as-stock-market-selloff-continues-11661806756?rss=1&siteid=rss | false | 2 |
Iran closes borders with Iraq
Baghdad (IraqiNews.com) – The Iranian Ministry of Interior announced on Monday the closure of land borders with Iraq until further notice.
The Iranian Ministry of Interior mentioned that the land borders with Iraq have been closed until further notice due to the developments related to the security situation in this country. It also called on people wishing to visit Iraq not to go through land borders, according to the Islamic Republic News Agency (IRNA).
The Iranian Ministry of Interior called on Iranian citizens earlier on Monday not to travel to Iraq until further notice, and that it will work on returning Iranian visitors to Iran safely.
The Iranian embassy in Baghdad asked Iranian visitors who are in Najaf and Karbala to perform a religious visit not to go to Baghdad and Samarra until further notice because of the recent developments in Iraq, according to Mehr News Agency (MNA).
The Joint Operations Command in Iraq announced on Monday the imposition of a curfew after dozens of Muqtada Al-Sadr’s supporters stormed the Green Zone in Baghdad shortly after Al-Sadr’s announcement to quit political work.
The Iraqi police used water cannons to disperse protesters where the government building and foreign embassies are located.
Al-Sadr announcement to withdraw from the political work took place earlier on Monday after the 72-hour deadline he gave last Friday to the Supreme Court to dissolve the parliament expired, and after the head of the Sadrist parliamentary bloc submitted an official request in this regard. | https://www.iraqinews.com/iraq/iran-closes-borders-with-iraq/ | 2022-08-30T00:01:23Z | https://www.iraqinews.com/iraq/iran-closes-borders-with-iraq/ | false | 1 |
Inaugural SoberFest a success; organizers say $272K worth of addiction treatment funded
For recovering addicts, the temptation to drink or use drugs at parties and events can be strong. That's why Mike Manhas founded SoberFest, an alcohol-free music and comedy festival that raised more than $272,000 in funding for addiction treatment in Langford on Saturday.
"I think it's immensely successful," Manhas said, acknowledging the performers, vendors and treatment organizations that donated their time to help with the event.
"We sold it out three-and-a-half weeks before the actual day," he added. "I feel honoured and grateful just to be part of that."
The fundraising total includes both cash and in-kind services from the recovery facilities involved, Manhas said, adding that the event would help five people advance their recovery journeys.
"We're going to send all five people to second-stage housing, between three months to nine months of second-stage treatment, and then we're getting each and every one of them either recovery coaching or counselling to go with that," he said.
Manhas, who will celebrate nine years of sobriety this October, told CTV News before the festival that he hopes to make it an annual event.
"To be able to help even just one person a year is a miracle, but I think we can do better and I think we can do more," he said at the time.
"In my heart of hearts, I just want to do more. "
Festival-goers CTV News spoke to Saturday were enthusiastic about seeing SoberFest happen again in the future.
The event has the support of Sheila Malcolmson, B.C.'s minister of mental health and addictions.
"It's so encouraging to see a community like this bringing people together, affirming that substance use challenges are a health-care problem, not anything to be ashamed about, and really inspiring each other to move forward in their recovery journey," said Malcolmson, who was in attendance at the Ranger Station in Langford on Saturday.
With files from CTV Vancouver Island's Brendan Strain | https://www.iheartradio.ca/ctv-news-content/inaugural-soberfest-a-success-organizers-say-272k-worth-of-addiction-treatment-funded-1.18435245 | 2022-08-30T00:16:00Z | https://www.iheartradio.ca/ctv-news-content/inaugural-soberfest-a-success-organizers-say-272k-worth-of-addiction-treatment-funded-1.18435245 | true | 1 |
The state-guaranteed mortgage scheme, “Lån på landet” (‘Loan in the Countryside’) has 17 participating banks and institutions at the time of writing. It took effect for three years from July 1st.
The scheme provides a state guarantee on a proportion of a mortgage taken out under the arrangement.
Customers at the banks can therefore benefit from having the Danish state as a guarantor on a part of their mortgage if they choose to make use of the scheme, which is designed to boost home ownership in provincial regions.
Recent years have seen reports that banks in some cases turn down mortgage applications in rural areas because the postcode is undesirable.
“Denmark is too small a country for such big differences as those we see because of the uneven housing market,” business minister Simon Kollerup said in a statement.
“That is why it’s so important for us to create opportunities to get a state guarantee on a proportion of the mortgage out in our rural districts. I’m pleased to see so many banks are prepared to offer these loans,” he said.
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The 17 participating banks and institutions at the time of writing are:
- Lån & Spar Bank A/S
- Kreditbanken A/S
- Broager Sparekasse
- Sparekassen Thy
- Arbejdernes Landsbank
- Middelfart Sparekasse
- Nordfyns Bank
- Nordea Danmark
- Vestjysk Bank A/S
- Nykredit Bank A/S
- Nykredit Realkredit A/S
- Totalkredit A/S
- Sparekassen Danmark
- Fynske Bank A/S
- Simpel Kredit Ejendomsselskab ApS
- Hvidbjerg Bank A/S
- Sparekassen Sjælland-Fyn A/S
How does the scheme work?
The model makes it easier to be approved for a mortgage in eligible regions via the state acting as a guarantor for 60-90 percent of the value of a home if the mortgage cannot be approved under normal conditions.
Certain other criteria must apply for the state guarantee scheme to be available: its sale price must be less than 10,000 kroner per square metre and it must also be located in a postcode area where the average sale price is less than 8,000 kroner per square metre.
If the sale price of the property is less than 8,000 kroner per square metre, the criteria for the average sale price in the postcode area does not apply.
An example provided by the Danish Business Ministry is as follows: A family wishing to take out a mortgage of 1 million kroner to purchase a home with an area of 130 square metres can be granted a state guarantee for part of the mortgage if the issuing bank decides the guarantee is necessary for it to approve the loan.
In this case, the state will guarantee 90 percent of the loan for 60-90 percent of its amount, which works out at around 270,000 kroner. This means that the bank is only carrying 10 percent risk for this portion of the mortgage, making it more attractive for the bank to approve the loan.
A fee system ensures that the state guarantee system is only used in cases where banks would not approve the mortgage under normal conditions.
Where in Denmark is it available?
Real estate media Bolius in an analysis published in July 2022 found that around 200 postcodes in Denmark could qualify for the guarantee system. These are located primarily in coastal areas far from major cities. A search function can be used within the article to check whether a specific postcode fulfils the criteria.
It should be noted that, even with a state guarantee available on part of the loan, it remains the final decision of the bank whether to approve a mortgage.
Therefore, the extent to which the scheme will encourage banks to approve more mortgages in rural parts of Denmark is hard to predict.
The decision rests on the bank’s assessment of the customer’s finances and the security of the loan in the short and long term, Bolius writes.
For rural locations, potential to sell the house without a loss, particularly in areas undergoing depopulation, can play an important role. This is because the bank risks making a loss in the event of foreclosure.
Additionally, lower house prices in rural areas mean smaller loans. These are less attractive for banks because the profits on smaller mortgages are also smaller. | https://www.thelocal.dk/20220829/how-does-denmarks-state-guaranteed-mortgage-scheme-work/ | 2022-08-30T00:16:23Z | https://www.thelocal.dk/20220829/how-does-denmarks-state-guaranteed-mortgage-scheme-work/ | false | 1 |
Liz Truss’s camp says she will not finalise her plans for crucial cost-of-living support before receiving the “full support and advice” only available to the government of the day.
The public will likely be forced to wait to find out what help they will get with skyrocketing energy bills until Ms Truss is expected to replace Boris Johnson in Downing Street next week.
The Tory leadership frontrunner has been accused by Labour of causing families “unnecessary worry” with her “flip-flopping” on potential measures to deal with the cost-of-living crisis.
Her campaign, which is under growing pressure to detail how she would help households this winter, said that meetings offered with Government officials to prepare for a possible transition do not cover all the information needed for Ms Truss to make an informed decision.
A campaign source said: “Liz and her team are working to ensure that they are able to hit the ground running if she is elected Prime Minister.
“Access meetings with the Cabinet Secretary have been offered to provide limited briefings to help prepare for forming an administration.
“But addressing the cost of living crisis will rightly require the full support and advice that is only available to the government of the day.”
Over the weekend, the Foreign Secretary’s team said she is leaning towards targeted support over help for all, but maintained she is not “ruling anything out”, while it was also reported she is considering slashing VAT by 5% across the board.
Labour condemned the contradictory statements and accused Ms Truss and her rival Rishi Sunak of lacking plans to deal with soaring prices.
Shadow chief secretary to the Treasury Pat McFadden said: “This flip-flopping by Liz Truss, floating one policy idea after another, is causing the country unnecessary worry about their bills”.
Ms Truss pulled out of an interview with veteran political journalist Nick Robinson which was due to air on the BBC on Tuesday, in which she was expected to have been pressed on her support plan.
Robinson said he was “disappointed and frustrated” by Ms Truss’s cancellation as she also faced accusations of dodging scrutiny.
A source from Mr Sunak’s team said: “Avoiding that scrutiny suggests either Truss doesn’t have a plan at all or the plan she has falls far short of the challenges we face this winter.”
Calls for the incoming prime minister to address rising costs are becoming increasingly urgent, with school leaders warning that without more funding children’s education would be damaged due to redundancies, larger classes and cuts to the curriculum.
Former Tory education secretary Kenneth Baker told The Guardian: “Some schools are bound to go in the red…
“We’re heading into a really ghastly two-year period and it’s going to require remarkable leadership to come out of this smiling”.
The Government has been accused of being missing in action amid resounding warnings that people are facing a dire winter.
Critics have pointed to the contrast with emergency measures being taken by European governments to deal with soaring energy bills.
European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen and German Chancellor Olaf Scholz on Monday pledged to reform the European electricity market to help curb prices for customers.
Chancellor Nadhim Zahawi has insisted he has been working tirelessly to come up with proposals for either Tory leadership candidate for more cost-of-living support.
He is travelling to the United States this week to seek cooperation on tackling the crisis with top bankers and US government officials, saying: “These global pressures must be overcome through global efforts”.
James Murray, Labour’s shadow financial secretary to the Treasury, said: “Rather than going on another junket at the taxpayers’ expense, the Chancellor should start listening to people here at home and implementing Labour’s fully funded plan to freeze energy bills”.
Regulator Ofgem warned the Government last week that it must act urgently to “match the scale of the crisis we have before us” as Britain faced the bleak news that the average household’s yearly bill will rise 80% in October from £1,971 to £3,549.
Business Secretary Kwasi Kwarteng, who is likely to be appointed Chancellor if Ms Truss enters No 10, and Brexit opportunities minister Jacob Rees-Mogg have been holding talks with oil and gas giants to secure energy supplies amid fears of shortages this winter, according to The Times.
The newspaper reported Ms Truss would invite applications for drilling licences to explore new fields in the North Sea if she becomes prime minister, and push oil and gas firms to invest in their existing sites to maximise production.
Mr Rees-Mogg has been tipped for the position of Ms Truss’s business secretary, though her camp insisted his meetings with oil and gas companies were set up by civil servants and not linked to her campaign.
The Cabinet Office was contacted for comment on the capacity in which Mr Rees-Mogg held the talks.
Ms Truss and Mr Sunak will go head-to-head again in the final official hustings of the Tory leadership race on Wednesday.
The ballot of Conservative Party members closes on Friday, with the winner to be announced next Monday.
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More than five decades after the original Star Trek series ended, its beloved communications officer will venture into the unknown for real when Nichelle Nichols' ashes are launched into deep space later this year.
Nichols, the trailblazing actress who played Lt. Nyota Uhura in the original Star Trek series in the 1960s and in several of the franchise's feature films, died at age 89 in July. She is remembered as one of the first Black women featured in a major television series, as well as credited with inspiring women and people of color to join NASA.
And now her symbolic journey beyond the stratosphere continues. United Launch Alliance — an American spacecraft launch provider — announced last week that a portion of Nichols' ashes will travel to deep space aboard a Vulcan rocket with Celestis, a private company that sends peoples' cremated remains and DNA into space for memorial flights.
The first Celestis Voyager Service is set to launch later this year and will bear the name Enterprise Flight in honor of its passengers.
It will also carry the remains of Star Trek creator Gene Roddenberry and his wife, actor Majel Barrett-Roddenberry, as well as those of James Doohan, who played Montgomery "Scotty" Scott in the series and films.
"We're very pleased to be fulfilling, with this mission, a promise I made to Majel Barrett Roddenberry in 1997 that one day we would fly her and husband Star Trek creator Gene Roddenberry together on a deep space memorial spaceflight," Celestis Co-Founder and CEO Charles M. Chafer said in a press release.
The flight is slated to launch from Florida's Cape Canaveral and travel more than 250 million miles into deep space, beyond the Earth-moon system and NASA's James Webb Space Telescope, in what the company calls "a mission that is first of its kind."
Willing participants can pay to send their own DNA or a portion of their loved ones' cremated remains on the journey, with tickets starting at $125,000. Availability is limited, and reservations close on Wednesday.
Fans can also join from a distance by submitting a tribute message to Nichols online, which the company says will be sent into space too. Beam 'em up, Scotty!
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McConnell says he’s unsatisfied with federal flood response
By BRUCE SCHREINER
Associated Press
FRANKFORT, Ky. (AP) — Senate Republican leader Mitch McConnell says he’s far from satisfied with the federal response to catastrophic flooding in eastern Kentucky. But the senator acknowledges that communication problems has complicated the outreach to flood victims. McConnell on Monday visited the Kentucky Emergency Management Operations Center. He was updated on the government response to the flood-stricken Appalachian region. The GOP leader says he’s closely monitoring the situation. And he kept open the potential of pushing for changes at the Federal Emergency Management Agency. The flooding a month ago destroyed homes and businesses and caused significant damage to schools, roads, bridges and water systems. It also caused 39 deaths. | https://ktvz.com/news/ap-national-news/2022/08/29/mcconnell-says-hes-unsatisfied-with-federal-flood-response/ | 2022-08-30T00:21:27Z | https://ktvz.com/news/ap-national-news/2022/08/29/mcconnell-says-hes-unsatisfied-with-federal-flood-response/ | false | null |
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Calgary parents, students prepare for back to school
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Father of 10-year-old killed in Lethbridge crosswalk testifies
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Council votes to support Edmonton Ski Club lodge modernization project
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Frustrated at the way Chrystia Freeland was treated in a recent viral video, Elgin-Middlesex London MP Karen Vecchio immediately sent a text to the deputy prime minister to apologize for what happened to her. It is instances like this which can deter women from wanting to enter politics. | https://www.iheartradio.ca/ctv-news-content/quebec-election-campaign-to-officially-kick-off-today-ahead-of-oct-3-vote-1.18435120 | 2022-08-30T00:22:08Z | https://www.iheartradio.ca/ctv-news-content/quebec-election-campaign-to-officially-kick-off-today-ahead-of-oct-3-vote-1.18435120 | false | 6 |
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Ryan Reynolds posted a thoughtful birthday tribute for his wife, Blake Lively, and there wasn’t a single cropped photo or dirty joke in sight.
The pun-less post was a rarity for the couple, who regularly poke fun at each other on social media.
“Happy Birthday, @blakelively,” the “Deadpool” actor wrote in an Instagram post on Friday, alongside a carousel of photos of the couple.
“You’re spectacular. I’m not sure if you were born or invented,” he said. “Also, thank you for urging me to leave the house every now and again.”
“He finally posted a decent picture for her birthday,” one commenter wrote on the post, receiving nearly 2,000 likes on the observation.
Lively responded back to her husband’s shockingly sincere post with a splattering of emojis and a simple “my guy.”
As most fans of the couple know, Reynolds has obscured Lively’s face before in previous birthday posts, or, instead, made her big day about singer Billy Ray Cyrus. Because why not?
Lively also returns the favor from time to time, once posting a photo of Ryan Gosling instead of her husband.
Though it’s not always all fun and games between the two. Reynolds recently revealed that he had to sit down “The Shallows” actor and break a very pricey bit of news after he purchased a soccer club, the Wrexham AFC team in Wales, with actor Rob McElhenney.
“I remember seeing Blake and saying, ‘I have bad news and I have really bad news,’” Reynolds said to McElhenney, who was serving as Kimmel’s guest host on an episode earlier this month.
“The bad news is I slipped into someone’s DMs again,” he said. “The really bad news is that I might have bought half of a fifth-tier national football league in Wales.”
“We’re still working through that one,” the actor quipped, perhaps shedding light on why the post for Lively was so sincere this year. | https://www.huffpost.com/entry/ryan-reynolds-blake-lively-birthday-sincere_n_630d1b99e4b07744a2f94e2a | 2022-08-30T00:30:32Z | https://www.huffpost.com/entry/ryan-reynolds-blake-lively-birthday-sincere_n_630d1b99e4b07744a2f94e2a | false | 2 |
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