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In setback for Democrats, New York judge throws out new congressional map
By Joseph Ax
March 31 (Reuters) - A New York state judge on Thursday threw out the state's new Democratic-backed congressional map as unconstitutional and ordered lawmakers to redraw the lines, a decision that could significantly hurt the party's chances of retaining control of the U.S. Congress in November's elections.
Steuben County Supreme Court Judge Patrick McAllister said the map violated a constitutional provision that districts should not be drawn to favor one political party over another.
The map, passed by the Democratic-controlled legislature and signed into law by Democratic Governor Kathy Hochul in February, gave the party the advantage in 22 of the state's 26 districts, according to analysts. Democrats currently hold 19 of 27 districts and the state will lose one seat this year due to sluggish population growth.
The plan helped offset Republican-skewed maps in states such as Texas and Georgia and went a long way toward erasing what had initially been expected to be a challenging national redistricting cycle for Democrats.
Democratic leaders immediately said they would file an appeal and expect the decision to be put on hold in the meantime.
"This is one step in the process," said Mike Murphy, a spokesperson for the Democratic Senate majority. "We always knew this case would be decided by the appellate courts."
In an 18-page decision, McAllister set April 11 as a deadline for a new map and said he would engage an expert to draw one if the legislature failed to come to a bipartisan compromise.
New York's primary election is scheduled for June 28, and McAllister acknowledged that an expert-drawn map might not be finished in time for this year's elections.
Under U.S. law, states must redraw congressional and legislative lines every decade to account for population changes. In most states, lawmakers control the process, allowing parties to manipulate lines for partisan advantage in a practice known as gerrymandering.
Thursday's decision is the second redistricting setback for Democrats in the span of a week. A Maryland court last Friday tossed a new Democratic-drawn map as an illegal gerrymander.
Judges in Ohio, North Carolina and Pennsylvania previously struck down Republican-favored maps.
Democrats currently hold a 222-210 edge in the U.S. House of Representatives, with three vacancies. Opinion polls suggest Republicans are favored to retake the House majority in November, which would allow them to block much of Democratic President Joe Biden's agenda.
In a conference call with reporters, former New Jersey Governor Chris Christie, the co-chair of the National Republican Redistricting Trust, which supports Republican redistricting efforts, said New York Democrats should be "ashamed of themselves for what they tried to do here." (Reporting by Joseph Ax; Additional reporting by Sharon Bernstein Editing by Bill Berkrot and Rosalba O'Brien) | https://www.dailymail.co.uk/wires/reuters/article-10674335/In-setback-Democrats-New-York-judge-throws-new-congressional-map.html?ns_mchannel=rss&ns_campaign=1490&ito=1490 | 2022-04-01T00:05:20Z |
HAMILTON, Bermuda, March 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- White Mountains Insurance Group, Ltd. (NYSE: WTM) announced today that HG Global Ltd. ("HG") closed a new $150 million, 10-year term loan credit facility with Hudson Structured Capital Management Ltd, (conducting its re/insurance business as HSCM Bermuda) and Security Benefit Life Insurance Company. HG expects to receive the proceeds of the loan on or prior to May 31, 2022. A portion of the proceeds of the loan will be used to pay a $120 million dividend to White Mountains Insurance Group, Ltd. and the other equity holders of HG. The facility received an investment grade rating of BBB from Kroll Bond Rating Agency, LLC. The facility does not impact the reinsurance obligations of HG Re Ltd.
White Mountains is a Bermuda-domiciled financial services holding company traded on the New York Stock Exchange and the Bermuda Stock Exchange under the symbol WTM.
Hudson Structured Capital Management Ltd., conducting its re/insurance investment management business as HSCM Bermuda ("HSCM"), is an asset manager focused on alternative investments seeking mezzanine level returns. HSCM focuses on the Re/Insurance and Transportation sectors. HSCM launched in 2016, and as of January 1, 2022 had more than $3 billion in assets under management and committed capital. HSCM focuses on core economic sectors that are likely to outgrow global GDP, offer low correlations with broader markets, and are experiencing a shift from balance sheet to market financing. For more information, please visit www.hscm.com.
Security Benefit Corporation ("Security Benefit"), through its subsidiary Security Benefit Life Insurance Company (SBL), a Kansas-based insurance company that has been in business for 130 years, is a leader in the U.S. retirement market. Security Benefit together with its affiliates offers products in a full range of retirement markets and wealth segments for employers and individuals and reached $50.5 billion in assets under management as of September 30, 2021. Security Benefit, an Eldridge business, is one of the fastest growing U.S. retirement companies and continues its mission of helping Americans To and Through Retirement®. Learn more at www.securitybenefit.com or www.eldridge.com.
This press release contains "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. All statements, other than statements of historical facts, included or referenced in this release which address activities, events or developments which White Mountains expects or anticipates will or may occur in the future are forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements include statements with respect to the funding of, or receipt of proceeds from, a loan and HG's payment of a dividend from the proceeds of such loan.
These statements are based on certain assumptions and analyses made by White Mountains in light of current conditions and expected future developments, as well as other factors believed to be appropriate in the circumstances. However, whether actual developments will conform to its expectations is subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from expectations, including actions taken by ratings agencies, such as financial strength or credit ratings downgrades or placing ratings on negative watch; the continued availability of capital and financing; deterioration of general economic; changes in domestic or foreign laws or regulations, or their interpretation, applicable to White Mountains or HG, its competitors or its customers; and other factors, most of which are beyond White Mountains's control.
Consequently, all of the forward-looking statements made in this press release are qualified by these cautionary statements, and there can be no assurance that the developments anticipated by White Mountains will be realized or, even if substantially realized, that they will have the expected consequences to, or effects on, White Mountains or its business or operations. White Mountains assumes no obligation to publicly update any such forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.
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Preppers — aka survivalists — had been readying themselves for such a disaster for years, or even decades.
Cast your mind back to March 2020. For most of us, that month was defined by fear, uncertainty, frantic Google searches for “Covid-19,” and anxious surveys of our toilet paper supplies. For a rare few though, there was another emotion in the mix: Validation.
Preppers — aka survivalists — had been readying themselves for such a disaster for years, or in some cases, decades. They didn’t need to panic-buy milk. They already had it freeze-dried or knew how to make their own. One subset of preppers, prepper moms, was arguably the most well-equipped for the arrival of the pandemic. Elite homemakers, already experts in self-sufficiency and quarantining, were primed when Covid reared its ugly head. But who exactly are they? How did they prepare themselves so thoroughly? And how did they wind up navigating the last two years? We delved into this fascinating subculture and spoke to one of its most celebrated figureheads, The Survival Mom, to get some answers.
What’s a prepper mom, exactly?
As is the case for most phenomena that rise to notoriety online, there isn’t a 100 percent solid consensus — but there are strong common threads. Like traditional survivalists, prepper moms are proactively readying themselves and their household for major emergencies — be that a natural disaster, extreme political upheaval, or a pandemic. The difference is that while old-school survivalists often focus on protection against threats from the outside, prepper moms tend to frame their approach more in terms of alternative homemaking and self-sufficiency.
Mira Ptacin, an author and self-avowed prepper, described the difference between prepper moms and “traditional” preppers to the New York Times as she managed the tricky first phase of the pandemic. “Instead of embracing my inner Mad Max, I could channel my own mother and grandmother, and a bit of Survival Mom, to be a nurturing, resourceful, and resilient homemaker ready for anything,” she wrote. “If Mad Max is the yang of prep — the masculine, overt energy — then I wanted to tap into the yin of prep, the earthy, feminine energy.”
Ptacin took her inspiration from The Survival Mom — aka, Lisa Bedford. Ptacin sensed Bedford’s take on survival was a far cry from that of the male prepping community, much of whose focus appeared to be on prepping in case of civil unrest, which Ptacin sensed to be “code for brown and Black people.” Lisa on the other hand focuses on “another type of prepping: Ultimate homemaking and community resilience.”
How had prepper moms readied themselves for the pandemic?
As Covid cases rose around the U.S. at the start of 2020, prepper moms watched warily to see whether the general public might take heed of their example. A blog posted on The Survival Mom (last updated in mid-March 2020) offers some solid advice.
“My preparedness plan for a pandemic is simple,” it says. “I want to have the ability to close my doors and not go into public places for up to six months. (Four to six months is how long the experts believe it will take to create and deliver a vaccine to the public.)”
There were a few other useful nuggets — albeit ones predicated on the assumption that people have space to spare. “Stock up on medication and hospital supplies for your family,” it advises, and “understand how to create and maintain a ‘sick room’ in your home.” In the end though, most of the controversy was centered around supplies.
In a video titled “WHAT TO KEEP IN A PREPPER PANTRY” — which has nearly 380,000 views — Frugal Fit Mom says she’s been “training my entire life” for situations like the pandemic and offers her tips for food staples to have on-hand in case of emergency. While she’s fully capable of getting into the nutritional weeds (she notes that while brown rice is more nutritious, white rice has a longer shelf life), she can be comfortingly realistic, asking, “What makes more sense than pasta and sauce?”
The panic-buying backlash
As shop shelves emptied fast in March and April 2020, lots of people pointed a finger at preppers, and blamed their hoarding tendencies for the food shortage that followed. Preppers were quick to protest that such behavior is far removed from what they do — explaining that by their very nature, they were ready for the pandemic long beforehand.
“I call this the ‘nonsensical hoarding phase,’” Ben Hansen, the chief of media for PrepperCon, told the New York Times. “It’s when people say, ‘We’ve got a hurricane coming and the power might be out,’ so they start stocking up the essentials.”
In her August 2020 video “A WARNING TO ALL YOU NON-PREPPERS OUT THERE!” Prepper Princess addresses the claim that preppers were hoarding food. “So you thought it would be ok to blame preppers for the food shortage? Let me set the record straight,” she says, associating the issue with “non-preppers who got scared” — and adding that real preppers were already well-stocked.
How The Survival Mom coped with the pandemic
For some firsthand insight on prepping over the last two years — and how the pandemic has shifted some preppers’ definitions of sensible precautions, KCM spoke to Lisa Bedford, aka, The Survival Mom. Bedford shares why she became a prepper in the first place and how this unique period in history has further shaped her outlook.
KCM: Can you tell us a little about yourself?
LB: We live in Texas, about 35 minutes outside of Houston. My kids are now 20 and 22, but when we began prepping 12 years ago, they were 8 and 10. My husband works in the energy sector.
When did you become interested in the prepper lifestyle?
Between 2008 and 2010, when the country experienced a severe recession. My first reaction was the desire to be proactive and mitigate any effects on our family. In Phoenix, other than intense heat, there are rarely any natural disasters, so my prepping was odd and out of place to family and friends. Very few of them saw the need to have on hand any more groceries than necessary. When I asked a friend if she had ever thought of stocking up on a few extra weeks’ worth of food, her response was, “Now why would I want to do that?”
By far, most survival and prepping websites were geared toward men. I gleaned a lot of information, but eventually had a lot of unanswered questions. Knowing the number of yards at which our home would be safe from rifle fire wasn’t nearly as important to me as knowing what to pack in an emergency kit in case we ever had to evacuate.
My research led to writing about it, which led to my blog, teaching live classes, developing online courses, my book — Survival Mom: How to Prepare Your Family for Everyday Disasters and Worst-Case Scenarios — and a survival-training membership site for women.
There’s a fascinating post about pandemic preparedness on your site which says that ideally, you’d like to have the ability to “close my doors and not go into public places for up to six months.” Was that what you did in the end?
That article wasn’t written by me, and that wasn’t my own response when Covid arrived in the U.S. back in early 2020. In fact, we were outside as much as possible, knowing the importance of Vitamin D and maintaining strong and healthy bodies. We rode our bikes for miles every week, ate nutritious foods, and got plenty of rest. By the end of 2020, we were healthier than we were at the beginning of that year.
I reviewed the typical symptoms of Covid and made sure we had OTC drugs to deal with cough, congestion, body aches, etc. I had toilet paper on hand, but we stocked up on additional TP as much as we could. I also hadn’t kept up with our supply of dog and cat food, so as the weeks went by, I made sure we always had an extra couple of bags because there were times when our particular brands weren’t in stock.
Your advice is directed predominantly at moms — why is that?
This is very general, but more often than not, a man’s focus on prepping is on protecting the home and family and providing for the family. So the emphasis is on things like firearms and home security. Again, generally speaking, most women and moms will want to know, “How do I feed my family in an emergency? How do we do laundry in a power outage? How do I stock up on things like diapers and baby formula?”
Since I began this journey as a mom with younger children, those were among my own questions.
A well-prepared home and family will have all those bases covered: security systems, home/personal safety, food storage, power outage preps, seasonal preps, etc. Ideally, a family works as a team, with even younger kids involved with things like gardening, canning, and other practical skills.
Did you notice any changes in attitude from people, as a result of the pandemic?
My goal was always to provide sane, commonsense advice based on the best information available from trusted experts. As it turned out, those experts were not the ones on TV every night. But, yes, people who followed my advice have told me they were prepared for the pandemic.
Has your attitude to survivalism changed in any way as a result of the pandemic? Is there anything you’re doing differently?
We had Covid twice, and we all survived. My 80-year-old parents had Covid once or twice, and they recovered. I personally do not know anyone who died from Covid. What I learned is the importance of filtering out alarming headlines and nonstop fear-mongering. Those things lead us to make poor decisions, which is something everyone, especially prepper-minded people, should beware of. Fear leads people to do things they would never otherwise do.
Right now, inflation and food and supply shortages present a far greater threat to the average family. For example, the price of gasoline increased by 30 cents in my town in one week. Today’s trip to Aldi was nearly $90 for not even half a cart of food and household supplies.
Families and individuals need to focus on how these two crises — inflation and shortages — affect their everyday lives and plan accordingly.
Suppose someone has been stocking up on food, household supplies, hygiene products, and has been developing smart skills like cooking from scratch and cooking a meal without electricity. In that case, they have the foundation for surviving prices that are beginning to look like low-end hyperinflation.
It’s not too late to prep, but beware of taking your easy life for granted. Everything is the same until one day it isn’t. One lesson I hope people have learned is that anything can happen, and life can change in a moment. Family relationships and friendships are some of the most important things to cultivate right now. Being prepared is more than spending a lot of money on stuff: It’s also building a supportive and trustworthy community. | https://katiecouric.com/covid-19/prepper-moms-pandemic/ | 2022-04-01T00:05:22Z |
If you have an AV receiver capable of decoding Dolby Atmos that is feeding a 5.1 or 7.1 surround sound package, it might be time to properly take advantage of its full skillset. Because until Sunday (3rd April), you can save $250 on a pair of Klipsch's Reference Dolby Atmos speakers at Best Buy.
These upward-firing 'add-on' speakers are designed to simply sit atop your front-channel speakers (and rear-channel ones too if you buy two pairs) to give your speaker package height channels – essentially, overhead sound effects.
Dolby Atmos technology represents the pinnacle of immersive home cinema today, and such speakers are designed to make it easy for owners of existing surround sound systems to benefit from it. So, with a saving of $250 to be had, why not take the plunge?
So long as you have an Atmos-supporting AV receiver and a speaker package, these Klipsch height channels should slip seamlessly into your home cinema system. Simply place them on top of your existing front and/or rear speakers, plug them into the appropriate sockets on your amp, and start playing a movie or show with a Dolby Atmos soundtrack.
We haven't reviewed this particular pair of Klipsch Reference Series speakers, but the Best Buy reviews are positive and the US brand has a deserved reputation for great value AV and audio kit.
If you're looking to add Dolby Atmos to your system without swapping out your whole speaker package, installing in-ceiling height speakers or downgrading to a Dolby Atmos soundbar, these add-on Klipsch speakers could be just what you need – especially at this discounted price.
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Many cyclists have been cooped up during a long winter and are itching to get back outside.
Region residents will again be able to take their bikes to pedal around Chicago via the South Shore Line.
The commuter rail, the last surviving interurban in the country, is resuming its Bikes on Trains program Friday. People will again be able to board the train with bikes at high-level platforms between Dune Park Station and Millennium Station.
Bikes will no longer be accepted at the South Bend International Airport Station because of the long-term busing that's taking place because of the Double Track NWI project. People can, however, board with bikes at the Dune Park, Hammond and East Chicago stations in Northwest Indiana, as well as Hegewisch and all Metra stations in Illinois.
The South Shore Line first launched the program in 2016 after testing it out in 2015. The train line has bike cars with racks and seats that let riders sit near their bicycles, allowing commuters to bike the last leg of their journey to work or cyclists to visit the city to bike recreationally, such as along the popular Lakefront Trail with its sweeping views of Lake Michigan.
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The SSL timetable marks the trains equipped with bike racks with bike icons. The cars also feature bike symbols displayed in the windows.
Due to heavy volumes, bikes may not be allowed the weekends of big events like Lollapalooza, the Taste of Chicago and the Chicago Air & Water Show.
There's no additional fare for bringing a bike on the train.
NWI Business Ins and Outs: Sip, Pico De Gallo, Basecamp Fitness, Polish Peasant opening; Griffith Rentals closed; Lansing bar for sale
Open
A Little Sip has come to Munster.
The popular Sip coffee house chain, which has cafes in Crown Point, Highland and Cedar Lake, opened a new location at the Franciscan Physician Network Hammond Clinic at 7905 Calumet Ave. in Munster, just south of the Borman Expressway.
It's a scaled-back version of Sip, whose coffee shops normally serve a full food menu and invite lounging around to converse, read, study, draw or while away time. The counter-serve coffee shop offers all the usual Sip drinks, including coffee, espresso drinks and hot tea. It has a grab-and-go food menu that features pastries, muffins, bagels and boxed meals prepared at the nearby Highland cafe.
"It's been going fantastic," Sip owner Rhonda Bloch said. "It gets some customers who go to the Highland location, and the patients and staff in the clinic. It's got food and drink for carryout. It's got all of our drinks and food like chicken salad, breakfast sandwiches and things like that."
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'It's different'
Sip took over a former coffee shop in the clinic near the Hammond border. Business has been bustling thus far.
"It's different," Bloch said. "I always wanted to know what it would be like to run a smaller coffee shop with just drinks and baked goods and without a full-fledged menu. It's actually the same volume-wise. We still sell a lot of food. It just has one employee and everyone loves her. They all know her by name."
Customers often call in orders, such as staff who work on the upper floors when they're planning to take a break.
"There's a clinic and nursing home there," Bloch said. "All the food places within walking distance just have burgers or fries."
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Another location coming
Sip is looking at opening another coffee shop somewhere else in Northwest Indiana later this year.
"They all know us by name," Bloch said. "We have a good name and a good reputation. When people hear we're opening somewhere, they all ask, 'Can we come here? Can we come there?' Maybe we can someday."
A Little Sip is open from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday and is considering adding weekend hours during the summer.
For more information, call 219-513-9784 or find Sip on Facebook.
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Rebranded
Street Shack in south Hammond is now Pico De Gallo.
The fast food restaurant at 7434 Indianapolis Blvd. changed its name and menu, which now focuses on Mexican American food.
The menu includes guacamole, quesadillas, taco bowls, southwest salads, tortilla soup, burgers, steak sandwiches, pasta, tortas, tostadas, carne asada, burritos, gorditas, fajitas, sope and ribeye ranchero.
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"The Hammond taco"
It sells a variety of tacos, such as street-style, pastor, beef and chicken. The vegetarian green taco features avocado, lettuce, pico de Gallo, shredded cheese and spicy Ranch. The Hammond taco has steak topped with melted chihuahua cheese, guacamole and a little bacon.
For the sweet tooth, it has flan, tres leches cake and Mexican coke.
The restaurant has dine-in and a drive-thru.
Pico De Gallo is open from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily. For more information, find the business on Facebook.
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Closed
Griffith Rental & Sales, a longtime staple of downtown Griffith, has closed.
The business at 130 S. Broad St. specialized in tool, equipment and party rentals. It served homeowners, small contractors and small manufacturers from across Northwest Indiana.
Griffith Rentals & Sales also repaired tools, small engines and portable heaters.
"We have decided to close Griffith Rentals & Sales and move on to the next stage of our lives," the owners posted on social media. "Thank you for your business."
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Reopen
The Polish Peasant reopened Friday in Michigan City after closing for a winter break back in January.
The traditional Polish restaurant is located at 231 W. 7th St. in downtown Michigan City, across the street from the Lighthouse Place Premium Outlets. The menu includes stuffed cabbage, cabbage and noodles, pierogi, pan-roasted whitefish, sausage and sauerkraut, pretzel chicken, chicken cutlet and the vinegary acquired taste of duck blood soup.
The owners warned it's still a little short-staffed in the tight labor market, asking customers to be patient.
It's open from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday through Saturday. For more information, call 219-873-1788.
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For sale
Jack's Sports Pub and Eatery in downtown Lansing is for sale.
The longtime sports bar at 3325 Ridge Road boasts 118 seats, 100 parking spaces out back, 26 tables, 14 televisions, six gaming machines and a stage for live entertainment. The vintage bar across from the Fox Point Amphitheater downtown is a popular spot after downtown concerts and on cruise nights.
The property includes a three-bedroom apartment on the second story.
For more information, contact Bill Kornblum with Realty Executives Premier at 219-308-9629.
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Coming soon
Basecamp Fitness has been hosting pop-up workouts in its new Schererville location, where it plans to open in a few weeks.
The gym at 1906 U.S. 41 offers coach-led classes that "push you from start to finish, helping you reach your personal best through a 35-minute hyper-efficient program." It's located next to IHOP in front of the Hampton Inn at the Crossroads of America intersection in the Tri-Town.
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Fitness pop-ups
Promising "fitness for the fierce-hearted," it specializes in High-intensity Interval Training that mixes core, cardio and strength training. The workouts are switched up frequently to ensure they remain challenging, pushing people past fitness plateaus when they fall into a rut of routine.
For more information, call 219-301-2111, email schererville_IN@basecampfitness.com or visit basecampfitness.com .
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Open
Avalon Nails Lounge opened in the Town Square Shopping Center in Schererville.
The nail salon is located at 120 U.S. 41, where it was being built out for months.
It offers the lure of being pampered while having "the most relaxing and comfortable time." Services include natural nail services, artificial nail services and pedicures, including a milk and honey pedicure.
Customers should book appointments in advance to see its technicians. It also accepts walk-ins.
Avalon Nails Lounge is open from 9:30 a.m. to 7: 30 p.m. Monday through Saturday and from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday.
For more information, call 219-515-6482 or visit avalonnailslounge.com .
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Coming soon
Macy's plans to bring a Backstage store-within-a-store to its flagship location on State Street in Chicago.
The New York City-based department store chain plans to open 37 more Backstage locations selling discount apparel nationwide, including at the former Marshall Field's at 111 State St. in the Loop.
It's expected to take up 11,000 square feet to 16,000 square feet in the 13-story granite building, a timeless Chicago icon with its street corner clocks, Christmas window displays, Walnut Room and annual Great Tree Christmas display.
“Macy’s Backstage inspires customers to express their personal style through its offerings of quality merchandise and brands at great prices, which is why we look forward to bringing Macy’s Backstage into more of our local communities,” said Michael Hersh, a Macy’s vice president. “We are especially excited to bring Backstage to our downtown stores in Chicago and New York City as the brand expands nationwide.”
Macy's opened Backstages in its Southlake Mall and River Oaks Center locations a few years ago and now has 300 Backstage stores nationwide. It plans to open the Chicago location in April.
Backstage store-within-stores carry clothes, activewear, designer handbags, beauty products, toys, housewares and pet products, all at discount prices.
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Open
Anglophiles, tally-ho.
A new English pub, the Albion Manor and The Parlour at The Albion, opened in Chicago's Lincoln Park neighborhood.
Executive Chef Mark Hill crafted a menu that includes an English Ploughman’s lunch, steak and ale pie, beef carpaccio, bone marrow and London Dry-cured tuna.
The restaurant at 1480 W. Webster also has a cocktail parlor serving craft and classic cocktails.
For more information, visit thealbionmanor.com .
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OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt on Thursday named a longtime state prosecutor to the state’s Pardon and Parole Board.
Stitt announced Cathy Stocker would succeed Kelly Doyle, who abruptly resigned from the board earlier this month.
In January, Stitt appointed Edward Konieczny, a former police officer and ex-president of the Episcopal Diocese of Oklahoma, to succeed Adam Luck on the panel. Luck said then that the governor wanted someone more aligned with his support of the death penalty.
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DEAR MISS MANNERS: Three years ago, my sister bought a puppy for her husband. I won’t go into the myriad of reasons why this was an epic mistake, but let’s just say that neither of them is a good dog owner.
I’ve had a number of dogs, and they have never had the issues this poor dog exhibits. The poor animal is confused and has severe fear aggression, lunging at people with all teeth bared, for example.
Several months ago, it bit me, an injury that required a trip to the emergency room. I have indicated that my children and I will no longer visit them, and I have encouraged them to look for a new home for the dog, as it is clear that this dog needs to be with people who understand dog psychology. But a dog trainer she has occasionally worked with encourages her to keep the dog.
The complication comes with other family members. My aunt and uncle don’t know about the dog biting me. However, when I indicated my concern that my sister and her husband would lose everything if the dog bit a stranger -- or worse -- they responded that my sister has a responsibility to keep the dog and shouldn’t “abandon” it!
I am furious at my aunt and uncle for putting this type of pressure on my sister. I am also furious at my sister for endangering other people and being an irresponsible dog owner.
We are supposed to have a family reunion next summer in my sister’s area of the country. In the past, my kids and I would have stayed at her house, but that is out of the question. However, my sister and her husband want to host one party at their house for the whole family. How can I gently express my concerns that she could be putting other family members at risk?
GENTLE READER: When you and your sister were growing up, did she always take your advice?
Miss Manners suspects not, and it seems clear that she has made up her mind in this instance, rendering further expressions of concern futile.
Of course, this does not preclude you from telling your aunt and uncle how very sorry you are to miss the party, but after your emergency room trip two months ago, you will not be attending. Such a less-is-more approach to the story will elicit their curiosity -- and therefore be more effective.
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DEAR MISS MANNERS: I am unsure when to serve guests at an informal dinner party. When we are fixing plates in the kitchen and then bringing them to the dining room, it seems polite to serve a guest first. But then the guest sits at the table, food getting cold, until everyone else is served and ready. What is the best move here?
GENTLE READER: You can reduce the cooling time somewhat by telling guests to start before you do. Beyond that, Miss Manners wonders how cold the house is, and how hot you need the food to be, that a few minutes to give the guest first pick will make any difference.
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On tonight's programme - Another broadside aimed at the government's handling of the botched CalMac ferry contract. Nicola Sturgeon's under fire over the pay of the man hired to sort out the mess.
We have highlights of First Minister's Questions.
Also on the programme - the growing frustration at the UK visa delays preventing Ukrainian refugees from finding sanctuary in Scotland. We hear from one potential host in Galloway.
And Peter Macmahon discusses CalMac ferries, Covid and the coming council elections with our regular commentators The Scotsman's Joyce McMillan and Alex Massie from The Times.
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Handshakes and hugs as U.S., in loss, returns to the World Cup
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SAN JOSE, Costa Rica — The United States males are returning to the World Cup after the trauma of lacking the 2018 match, clinching a berth for this 12 months’s championship in Qatar on Wednesday regardless of a 2-0 loss to Costa Rica on the ultimate night time of qualifying.
Juan Pablo Vargas obtained behind Walker Zimmerman and headed Brandon Aguilera’s nook kick previous goalkeeper Zack Steffen within the 51st minute, and Anthony Contreras knocked in a cross off a scramble within the 59th after Steffen could not maintain onto a free kick.
A sellout crowd of about 35,000 in National Stadium got here to life, however the Americans’ 5-1 rout of Panama at residence final weekend gave them an enormous goal-difference margin over Costa Rica. That meant the U.S. merely needed to keep away from shedding by six targets or extra with the intention to declare an computerized berth by ending among the many high three nations in North and Central America and Caribbean.
American gamers on the bench walked onto the sector on the ultimate whistle and exchanged handshakes and hugs with their teammates who ended the sport, whereas residence followers cheered the Ticos.
“It’s a proud moment for the team, proud moment for U.S. soccer,” U.S. coach Gregg Berhalter stated. “The team’s ecstactic.”
Canada, which had clinched its first World Cup journey since 1986 with a win Sunday, completed first with 28 factors after a 1-0 loss at Panama, forward of Mexico on objective distinction. El Tri moved forward of the U.S. and clinched its eighth straight World Cup, whereas the U.S. completed third with 25 factors and a plus-11 objective distinction.
Costa Rica was fourth with 25 factors and plus-five, and the Ticos will meet Oceania champion New Zealand in a one-game playoff in June for a berth within the 32-nation subject.
While the U.S. received six of seven residence video games with one draw, it completed with one victory, three losses and three ties on the highway. The Americans have by no means received a qualifier in Costa Rica, shedding 10 and drawing two.
The U.S. finds out at Friday’s draw which three nations it can face within the group stage, which begins Nov. 21 at a match pushed again 5 months to keep away from summer season desert warmth. A rising and more and more hypercritical fan base is hoping to see Christian Pulisic & Co. attain the quarterfinals for the primary time since 2002.
“This group can do some damage,” Berhalter stated.
Defensive midfielder Tyler Adams left Wednesday’s sport at halftime with a bruise above his left knee.
Ticos coach Luis Fernando Suárez did not open with six starters from Sunday’s win at El Salvador who carried yellow playing cards, not desirous to threat a suspension for a playoff.
The clinch came about on the 1,267th day after a surprising 2-1 loss at Trinidad and Tobago that ended the Americans’ streak of seven straight World Cup appearances. Pulisic was in tears after the defeat, which led to a shakeup on the U.S. Soccer Federation and Berhalter’s hiring in December 2018 because the workforce’s fourth coach in 25 months.
The U.S. has used 114 new gamers for the reason that elimination, together with 88 underneath Berhalter. Thirty-eight gamers took the sector through the 14 qualifiers plus six others have been on rosters with out getting in.
Berhalter has matches in June and September to assist consider a pool of maybe 4 dozen and select what presently is a roster restricted to 23.
A qualifying match that started with fireworks above the sector through the opening minutes at San Salvador, El Salvador, on Sept. 2, ended with extra pyrotechnics.
The U.S. traveled 25,042 miles on charters — simply over circling the globe at 24,901 — plus gamers had as much as 5 trans-Atlantic spherical journeys, with Germany-based Adams and England-based Antonee Robinson making the utmost. Games have been performed at 3 levels (minus-16 Celsius) in St. Paul, Minnesota, and 85 levels (29 Celsiush) in Austin, Texas.
Not since Paul Caligiuri’s gorgeous objective at Trinidad earlier than the 1990 match had the U.S. clinched in its ultimate sport. The Americans assured themselves of a berth with three video games to spare for 2006, two for 2014 and one sport for 1998, 2002 and 2010. All of these clinches have been with wins.
Qualifying won’t be as onerous for the 2026 World Cup, which expands to 48 nations. The U.S., Mexico and Canada are co-hosts, and all three are anticipated to get computerized berths. | https://thewall.fyi/handshakes-and-hugs-as-u-s-in-loss-returns-to-the-world-cup/ | 2022-04-01T00:05:22Z |
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By Wayne Cole
SYDNEY, April 1 (Reuters) - Australian home prices are slowly coming back to earth as the sky-high markets of Sydney and Melbourne lose some heat, though there is still plenty of lift in the smaller cities and regions.
Figures from property consultant CoreLogic out on Friday showed prices in the combined capital cities edged up only 0.3% in March, from February, as Sydney dropped 0.2% and Melbourne 0.1%. Brisbane fared much better with a rise of 2.0%, while Perth rose 1.0% and Adelaide 1.9%.
Values in the regions jumped 1.7% amid a shift to country living and greater space. For the whole March quarter, regional prices climbed 5.1% compared to just 1.5% for the cities.
Combined, prices nationally rose 0.7% in March, to be up 18.2% on the year.
"Virtually every capital city and major rest-of-state region has moved through a peak in the trend rate of growth some time last year or earlier this year," said CoreLogic's research director, Tim Lawless.
"The sharpest slowdown has been in Sydney, where housing prices are the most unaffordable, advertised supply is trending higher and sales activity is down over the year."
The median price of a home in Sydney is A$1.1 million ($823,240.00), well above the national median of A$739,000, while a house would set you back A$1.4 million.
The market had its strongest year ever in 2021 with the notional value of Australia's 10.8 million homes rising by A$2 trillion to A$9.9 trillion.
The boom was a windfall for household wealth and consumer spending power, but also caused concerns about affordability that will be hot-button issue for Federal elections due in May.
An explosion in mortgage debt also led regulators to tighten lending standards and is adding to the case for a rise in interest rates from the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA).
($1 = 1.3362 Australian dollars)
(Reporting by Wayne Cole; Editing by Sam Holmes)
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Which basketball hoop is best?
Imagine playing basketball with your friends only to find that a group of kids has already taken over your favorite court. You’ll never face this dilemma again if you have a hoop at home.
If you want a high-quality basketball hoop for your driveway, the Silverback In-Ground Basketball Hoop is worth your attention. It’s an arena-style hoop made with durable steel and delivers elite performance thanks to its tempered glass backboard and breakaway rim.
What to know before you buy a basketball hoop
Location
You’re going to need ample space to work with if you want a basketball hoop for your home. Driveways are a popular location for hoops, and they’re also the safest since you can put one close to your house. It’s recommended to do so, especially if you have small children, as there’s less chance that the ball will roll or bounce onto the street.
Hoop type
There are three types of home basketball hoops: in-ground, portable and mounted.
In-ground hoops are placed into the ground with cement, so they’re more of a long-term or permanent option. Portable hoops are the most versatile since you can move them around easily, and they have bases that need to be filled with water or stand to stay in place. Both hoop types have mechanisms for adjusting height, so they’re both excellent options for young players who are still growing physically.
Mountable hoops are usually placed on walls or over garage doors. They’re the least expensive option, but unfortunately, they don’t have as many features as in-ground or portable hoops. For example, if you have the space to do so, you must remove a mounted hoop and relocate it to adjust the height.
Playability
If all you want to do is shoot around occasionally, you can save yourself a few dollars by going with a mountable hoop if you have somewhere to put it. However, if you want something that can last you for years and help you or your child develop as a player, a portable or in-ground hoop is the better option. They’re more durable and are engineered with advanced metrics to deliver a professional-level experience.
What to look for in a quality basketball hoop
Backboard size
Small backboards make for an easier target and are designed for children learning to play the game. Backboards with a width of 32 to 48 inches are considered youth sizes and are usually cheaper than hoops with larger backboards. 48 to 52 inches is considered regulation-size and the best option for adults and experienced players.
Backboard material
The backboard can be tempered glass, polycarbonate or acrylic. Tempered glass backboards are the most expensive as it delivers the best bounce and is used for backboards across all competitive levels. Polycarbonate and acrylic backboards are durable and less delicate than tempered glass, making them excellent options for portable hoops.
Height adjustability
The basketball hoops used in the National Basketball Association are 10 feet high, and while that’s the height teenagers and adults should be playing with, younger players need lower nets. As they grow and develop, you can adjust the hoop’s height based on your strength and skill level. Also, lowering the height on a portable hoop can make storage easier.
How much you can expect to spend on a basketball hoop
You can find youth portable and mountable basketball hoops for $100-$300, but if you’re looking for a regulation-size in-ground or portable hoop, it can cost you anywhere from $500-$2,000.
Basketball hoop FAQ
Can in-ground hoops be moved?
A. Some newer in-ground hoops come with goals that can change their orientation and detachable upper portions. However, removing an in-ground hoop can be complicated and requires professional assistance.
Is it better to use water or sand to fill a portable hoop base?
A. Water is more convenient, but sand is denser, so it’s more reliable and adds more weight. More weight means less shifting or shaking, which can be common once water leaks or evaporates from the base.
What’s the best basketball hoop to buy?
Top basketball hoop
Silverback In-Ground Basketball Hoop
What you need to know: This in-ground hoop has sturdy, powder-coated steel construction and offers gymnasium-style performance.
What you’ll love: It’s height adjustable between 7.5 and 10 feet and boasts a tinted tempered glass backboard. It can be unbolted to move around the net’s orientation and has a flexible breakaway rim. Also, it comes with a backboard pad and a five-year limited warranty.
What you should consider: Many customers report that it shakes too much on missed shots.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Top basketball hoop for the money
Lifetime 52-Inch MVP Portable Basketball Hoop
What you need to know: It’s an excellent driveway hoop for those who want something easy to maneuver and light on the wallet.
What you’ll love: The backboard isn’t as large as an arena-style basketball hoop, but it’s shatterproof, and at 52 inches, it’s enough for casual pick-up games. It’s adjustable between 7.5 and 10 feet and has a high-quality rim flexible rim.
What you should consider: Assembly isn’t complicated, but it can be time-consuming, even with quality tools.
Where to buy: Sold by Dick’s Sporting Goods
Worth checking out
Spalding The Beast Glass Portable Basketball Hoop
What you need to know: This is a high-quality hoop with premium features you wouldn’t find on other portable models.
What you’ll love: It has a sturdy alloy-steel frame, a 54-inch tempered glass backboard, and a screw jack lift for easy height-adjusting. The base has four wheels and can be filled with water or sand.
What you should consider: Some reported that the base leaks if filled with water and that sand works best to avoid this.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
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NEW ORLEANS (AP) — NCAA President Mark Emmert said investigations into allegations of major violations against several high-profile men's college basketball programs — including 2022 Final Four participant Kansas — have taken “way too long.”
What solutions might be on the table to speed it up, Emmert did not say, but there appears to be increasing acknowledgement that the current process is broken.
“It’s just been really slow in getting through that new independent process that’s wound up reinvestigating the entire case,” Emmert said, referring to the Independent Accountability Resolution Process (IARP).
The IARP was created out of proposals from the commission led by former U.S. Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice in 2018 to reform the sport. It began looking into allegations against Kansas, Arizona, LSU, Louisville and North Carolina State on the heels of a federal investigation into corruption in college sports that resulted in convictions of shoe company executives, a middle man who worked with them and some assistant college coaches.
Of those FBI cases nearly five years ago, only one -- North Carolina State, tied to its recruitment of one-and-done star Dennis Smith Jr. -- has actually gone through the IARP system to completion and received a ruling that resulted in probation for one year, some vacated victories and penalties for previous coaches.
The four other cases are still pending in the IARP structure, while Auburn went through the more traditional process and received four years of probation in December from an NCAA infractions committee panel.
In the meantime, this year's NCAA Tournament could be tainted should Kansas win the national championship and subsequently have an unfavorable decision come down in a now half-decade-old investigation.
Created to handle complex cases, the IARP includes independent investigators and decision-makers with no direct ties to NCAA member schools, and rulings cannot be appealed.
Emmert said NCAA institutions need to come up with a process that has “got to be fair. It’s got to be swift. And it’s got to not punish the innocent. ... That’s where the membership’s got to be in all of this, as they shape a new process or rebuild the one that’s in place.”
The Kansas case hinges on whether Adidas representatives were considered boosters — the school contends they were not — when two of them arranged payments to prospective recruits. Kansas does not dispute the payments. Kansas asked for referral to the IARP instead of having the NCAA's infractions committee handle the matter.
While the lengthy IARP process has been going on, Self agreed to a new contract on April 2, 2021, that will keep him with the school until he retires.
The five-year deal adds one additional year after the conclusion of each season — in effect, making it a lifetime contract. It guarantees him $5.41 million per year with a base salary of $225,000, professional services contract of $2.75 million and an annual $2.435 million retention bonus.
The contact also includes a clause that says the school cannot terminate him for cause “due to any current infractions matter that involves conduct that occurred on or prior to” the signing of the new contract. Instead, he would forfeit half of his base salary and professional services pay while serving any Big 12 or NCAA suspension.
Emmert declined to weigh on on Kansas' decision to double down on Self.
“I’ll leave it to the school to make decisions about their coaches’ contracts,” said Emmert, who also spoke at the women's Final Four on Wednesday. “That’s their business, obviously. They can do that as they see fit.”
The infractions process has also come up with the Division I Transformation Committee, which is working to recommend ways to modernize and reform NCAA governance and regulatory policies.
Southeastern Conference Commissioner Greg Sankey, who chairs the committee along with Ohio athletics director Julie Cromer, said the group is looking at both the overall infractions process and the IARP structure as part of its work.
“I don’t know fully what was envisioned and what wasn’t envisioned,” said Sankey, who has served on the NCAA infractions committee. “But we have to have timely outcomes, both for those accused and for those competing against those who are accused. That has to be a point of emphasis.”
Later, Sankey added: “I was on an implementation working group, and I disagreed with elements of the approach. So I think some of these problems were foreseeable. We have an opportunity to correct and enhance the process. That doesn’t mean everybody will like the process.”
Among other topics Emmert addressed:
NATIONAL NIL RULES
Emmert offered an urgent plea to Congress to craft what he said was needed, uniform national legislation governing financial endorsements for athletes know known as name, image and likeness (NIL) deals.
“This tournament’s put on full display the beauty of college sport,” Emmert said. "People love it and enjoy it, and we’ve got to work with the schools and with Congress to make sure we can continue that.
“We’ve got again a relatively short window of time — in my estimate, one and two years,” Emmert continued. “These decisions have to be made because of the dynamics that are underway right now that are far beyond the control of schools, coaches, (athletic directors) or presidents.”
Currently, more than 30 states have been working on their own NIL laws.
TRANSGENDER LEGISLATION
With a number of states considering or passing legislation restricting participation of transgender athletes, Emmert was asked whether the NCAA would bar those states from hosting championship events.
The NCAA has largely followed the Olympic model that allows transgender athletes to compete if they've had certain biomedical treatments, including hormone therapies, meant to promote fairness.
Emmert said the NCAA currently requires communities which wish to host events “to explain how it is that they’re going to make sure that the participants in that sport will be allowed to do that in a nondiscriminatory way. ... If they can do that, then we’ll be in those states."
TRANFER RULES
Emmert said the current transfer rules continue to draw a lot of scrutiny and complaints from coaches and could be adjusted over time.
“The only thing that I can say right now is that it’s clear that students are getting more opportunities to play. They’re getting more freedom of movement in some respects,” Emmert said.
But he added that officials are keeping an eye on how the rules affect “students being able to finish their degrees in a timely fashion and go on and lead productive lives, because we know how few of them will be professional basketball players. It’s a constant point of discussion. I don’t anticipate it going away too soon.”
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AP Sports Writers Aaron Beard, Dave Skretta and John Marshall contributed to this report.
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Spring burns planned on Lolo Forest
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Lawyers for woman accused in Wellington clown murder accuse state of hiding possible suspect
WEST PALM BEACH — In the latest twist in one of Palm Beach County’s most sensational murders, it was revealed Thursday that a jailhouse snitch claims a petty criminal confessed to donning a clown costume and gunning down a Wellington woman more than three decades ago.
The revelation, which comes two months before Sheila Keen-Warren is to be tried on charges that she murdered 40-year-old Marlene Warren so she could marry the Wellington woman’s husband, capped a tense hearing in Palm Beach County Circuit Court.
During the hearing, her defense team blasted a state prosecutor for withholding information that would have allowed them to interview Edward Bahr. The 59-year-old former county resident allegedly confessed to gunning down Warren when she answered her door to a clown bearing flowers.
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Defense attorney Greg Rosenfeld acknowledged that before Keen-Warren was arrested five years ago, many people confessed to the brazen daytime killing that snared national headlines.
But the lead detective, who was investigating the May 1990 murder, took the claims about Bahr’s involvement seriously. He traveled to a Maine prison to interview Bahr after a fellow inmate wrote a letter, saying the one-time Palm Springs resident confessed to the murder.
In a report, the detective said Bahr promised he would tell him “everything he knows” with one condition. He would talk only if the officer “could promise him he would not get the electric chair,” Rosenfeld said, reiterating the report in court papers.
When the detective said he couldn’t make that pledge, Bahr asked for an attorney and refused to talk.
Rosenfeld and Keen-Warren’s other attorneys said they were were aware that Bahr had been implicated in Warren’s murder. Documents they received from the State Attorney's Office showed that two prison guards overheard the alleged confession as well.
What they didn’t know, they told Circuit Judge Scott Suskauer, was that Bahr spent roughly four months in the Palm Beach County Jail last year. During his stay, Assistant State Attorney Reid Scott interviewed him about Warren’s murder.
But, the defense attorneys said, Scott didn't share that information with them.
“The fact that this evidence wasn’t disclosed to us is abhorrent,” defense attorney Richard Lubin said.
Assistant State Attorney: Information 'wasn't credible'
As chief of homicide for the State Attorney’s Office, Scott knows the rules of criminal procedure, Lubin told Suskauer.
And, he said, the rules are simple: “You have to give us information about any material witness.”
Instead, as recently as Wednesday, Scott made no mention of his talk with Bahr. It wasn’t until Keen-Warren’s defense team reviewed court records that they discovered it, Lubin said.
“Whether Edward Bahr did this murder or didn’t do this murder, I don’t know because I wasn’t there,” Lubin said.
But, he said, he knows that Scott should have told the defense team about the interview before Bahr returned to Texas.
Rosenfeld described a phone call the defense team had with Scott on Wednesday as “arguably the most deceitful conversation we’ve had with a prosecutor in our careers.“
Scott readily admitted that he interviewed Bahr last year after the former Palm Beach County resident was arrested on 2012 warrants for grand theft and forgery. Bahr was taken into custody as he was returning from a trip to the Bahamas.
When Bahr initially refused to answer questions about Warren’s slaying, Scott asked a judge to hold him in contempt. When Bahr still refused to talk, Circuit Judge Laura Johnson sentenced him to slightly less than six months in jail.
Eventually, after spending about four months behind bars, Bahr relented and met with Scott. But, Scott said, his information was worthless.
Bahr initially said he had decades-old photos of Keen-Warren and Marlene Warren’s husband, Michael, together at a strip club, Scott said. Later, Bahr admitted he lied about having any photos. But, Bahr continued to insist that he saw the two together at the club.
“He was very watery on the details,” Scott said. “I found the whole thing as a ploy to get out of trouble. I didn’t believe him. Frankly, he wasn’t credible.”
Sheila Keen-Warren's murder trial to begin in June
Scott disputed the defense lawyers’ claims that he had any obligation to tell them about the conversation.
Bahr’s claims wouldn’t help Keen-Warren’s defense. In fact, he said, it could hurt her.
For years, investigators suspected Keen-Warren and Michael Warren were having an affair and that’s why Marlene Warren was killed.
“I don’t believe I’ve violated any Florida statutes or any rule of criminal procedure,” Scott said.
Ultimately, Suskauer sidestepped the thorny question of whether rules were violated.
Instead, he urged the attorneys to “act like professionals” and meet to iron out their differences.
He also rejected a defense request to delay the trial until September. Unless new roadblocks surface, the trial will begin in June as planned, Suskauer said.
As Keen-Warren looked on nodding, Lubin said she is eager to have a jury hear her case. He described the evidence against her as “weak.”
“Ms. Keen-Warren doesn’t want to sit in jail any longer,” he said. “She wants to be tried and to get out of here.”
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In the last 24 hours, a small percentage of Russian troops surrounding Kyiv have started to relocate northwest of the besieged city, the Pentagon said.
In the last 24 hours, a small percentage of Russian troops surrounding Kyiv have started to relocate northwest of the besieged city, the Pentagon said. | https://mirtesen.ru/dispute/43663167125/Pentagon-Russia-relocating-less-than-20-of-troops-from-Kyiv | 2022-04-01T00:05:26Z |
Nuggets, back on track in time for playoffs, battle Timberwolves
Ten days ago, the Denver Nuggets were teetering on the edge of the play-in tournament in the Western Conference. Three straight wins have changed the landscape for Denver, and now the Nuggets have a chance to win the Northwest Division and possibly get a top-four spot in the conference.
The Nuggets (46-31) sit atop the division with five games remaining -- and four of those are home games, starting with Friday's matchup with the Minnesota Timberwolves. Minnesota (43-34) is in the midst of a revival and has a chance to make the playoffs for the first time since 2018.
While Denver has won three in a row, the Timberwolves have stumbled, losing four of their last five games to fall behind in the race for one of the top six seeds and a guaranteed postseason spot. Minnesota has a favorable schedule after Friday's game, with its last road game at Houston and then three home games to end the season.
"These games ain't going to get any easier," Karl-Anthony Towns said after a 125-102 loss at Toronto on Wednesday night. "It's going to get much, much harder."
The Timberwolves had a 17-point lead over the Raptors in the second quarter but trailed at halftime. Towns attempted just 13 shots and scored just 16 points, well below his season average of 24.4 points.
He said he isn't concerned with his stats, only winning.
"Just keep playing the best basketball of my career right now ... keep worrying about winning," he said. "Keep worrying about putting my team in the best position possible."
The Nuggets blew a 31-point lead at Indiana on Wednesday night but recovered in time to get the win. Nikola Jokic had 12 of his 37 points in the fourth quarter to rescue Denver.
After Friday, the Nuggets play at the Los Angeles Lakers on Sunday afternoon and finish up with home games against San Antonio, Memphis and the Lakers. They have a chance to win 50 games despite not having their two best players besides Jokic this season.
It is still undecided if Jamal Murray (ACL) or Michael Porter Jr. (back surgery) will return this season, but Denver isn't ruling them out yet. Murray is two weeks shy of a year from a left ACL tear and Porter is four months removed from surgery.
"I don't think we need to paint ourselves into a corner and make any definitive decisions right now because this is not a mile race where it's four laps and it's over," coach Michael Malone said. "We have no idea where the finish line is. Until we have a better idea of that, let's leave all options on the table and see what happens on a day-to-day basis."
Porter, whose back issues limited his one year of college basketball and dropped him in the 2018 draft, had a minor setback in his rehab from the third surgery on his back but could still return.
The Nuggets are hopeful JaMychal Green can return to action. He has missed the last two games with a wrist injury.
--Field Level Media | https://www.dailymail.co.uk/wires/reuters/article-10674353/Nuggets-track-time-playoffs-battle-Timberwolves.html?ns_mchannel=rss&ns_campaign=1490&ito=1490 | 2022-04-01T00:05:26Z |
Paybswap (PAYB) traded up 18.3% against the dollar during the 24 hour period ending at 18:00 PM E.T. on March 31st. Paybswap has a market cap of $177,375.46 and approximately $1,064.00 worth of Paybswap was traded on exchanges in the last 24 hours. In the last seven days, Paybswap has traded down 4.5% against the dollar. One Paybswap coin can now be purchased for approximately $0.0012 or 0.00000003 BTC on popular cryptocurrency exchanges.
Here’s how similar cryptocurrencies have performed in the last 24 hours:
- Tether (USDT) traded down 0% against the dollar and now trades at $1.00 or 0.00002185 BTC.
- XRP (XRP) traded down 4.4% against the dollar and now trades at $0.82 or 0.00001786 BTC.
- Polkadot (DOT) traded 4.1% lower against the dollar and now trades at $21.48 or 0.00046930 BTC.
- Shiba Inu (SHIB) traded 5.3% lower against the dollar and now trades at $0.0000 or 0.00000000 BTC.
- Wrapped TRON (WTRX) traded up 4.1% against the dollar and now trades at $0.0749 or 0.00000164 BTC.
- Lido stETH (STETH) traded down 3% against the dollar and now trades at $3,280.00 or 0.07164876 BTC.
- EarnX (EARNX) traded 396,248.3% higher against the dollar and now trades at $0.0008 or 0.00000002 BTC.
- Bitcoin BEP2 (BTCB) traded down 2.6% against the dollar and now trades at $45,829.18 or 1.00109818 BTC.
- stETH (Lido) (STETH) traded flat against the dollar and now trades at $3,479.19 or 0.06807369 BTC.
- Filecoin (FIL) traded 4.9% lower against the dollar and now trades at $24.55 or 0.00053623 BTC.
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Macro Enterprises Inc. (OTCMKTS:MCESF – Get Rating) shares passed above its fifty day moving average during trading on Tuesday . The stock has a fifty day moving average of $2.79 and traded as high as $3.17. Macro Enterprises shares last traded at $3.17, with a volume of 960 shares.
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By Sabela Ojea
Renalytix PLC on Thursday reported a significantly widened pretax loss for the first half of fiscal 2022 and an increased revenue for the period.
The U.K.-listed diagnostics group posted a pretax loss of $26.8 million for the six months ended Dec. 31 from a loss of $16.2 million for the same period a year earlier.
Revenue rose to $1.3 million from $400,000 for the same period a year earlier, but the cost of revenue increased to $800,000 from $200,000 for the year-earlier period.
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Lawsuits accusing Indiana University and Purdue University of breach of contract for halting in-person instruction amid the COVID-19 pandemic can proceed to trial, according to the Indiana Court of Appeals.
A three-judge panel of the state's appellate court unanimously ruled Thursday there's a sufficient basis for the student plaintiffs to pursue their claims that the universities failed to deliver on their contracted promises to provide an in-person learning experience.
Records show both IU and Purdue stopped in-person instruction in March 2020, with two months remaining in the spring semester, after Republican Gov. Eric Holcomb declared COVID-19 to be a statewide public health emergency.
The schools switched to online instruction but did not provide any tuition refunds to students who expected to learn in-person on the IU or Purdue campuses, according to court records.
In their lawsuits, the students note both universities offer "in-person, hands-on programs," as well as "fully online distance-learning programs," which are marketed and priced "as separate and distinct products."
The students claim they're entitled to prorated refunds of their tuition and fees as a result of the universities switching to online classes when the payments they made were in anticipation of receiving in-person instruction.
"The plaintiffs' complaints ... are sufficient to state a claim that the universities intended to bind themselves to providing in-person education in exchange for retaining plaintiffs' entire tuition payments for traditional on-campus degree programs," wrote Appeals Judge Terry Crone, a South Bend native, for the court.
The universities contend the governor’s executive orders made it legally impossible for them to fulfill their end of any bargain for in-person instruction, according to court records.
But Crone notes in his ruling that's a defense for the universities to offer at trial. Even if successfully applied, he said it still may require the universities refund a portion of student tuition and fees payments to prevent unjust enrichment.
"The terms of the implied contracts and the parties' intentions can be fleshed out in discovery," Crone said. "But the plaintiffs' breach-of-contract claims are based on more than mere puffery, and, considered as a whole, they are sufficient to allege an implied promise of in-person instruction."
Crone also rejected the universities' attempt to invoke House Enrolled Act 1002, enacted by the Republican-controlled 2021 General Assembly, which retroactively bars litigants from bringing "a class action lawsuit against (the universities) for loss or damages arising from COVID-19 in a contract, implied contract, quasi-contract or unjust enrichment claim."
He said the universities failed to raise this issue at the trial court and therefore waived it on appeal.
Moreover, Crone said the question before the appellate court is whether the students sufficiently state claims for breach of contract and unjust enrichment, which the court said they do.
He said any decision on whether the students' lawsuit is precluded by the retroactive state law must be made on remand by the trial court.
According to court records, a similar student lawsuit is pending against Ball State University in Muncie, Indiana.
IU and Purdue still can ask the Indiana Supreme Court to consider reviewing the appellate decision and grant their request to toss the students' lawsuits.
Hoosiers at higher risk of serious illness or death because of COVID-19 now can get a second booster dose of either the Pfizer or Moderna COVID-19 vaccine.
The lawsuit, jointly filed by Rokita and 20 other Republican state attorneys general, demands the transportation mask mandate immediately be terminated by judicial order.
Heath and community leaders working in Northwest Indiana and beyond had no shortage of suggestions Friday for how to restructure public health programs and services across the Hoosier State.
Indiana homeowners struggling to stay current on their mortgage or property taxes can receive up to $35,000 in one-time assistance through a state program made possible by the American Rescue Plan.
The extra SNAP funds will disappear in June, and SNAP allotments, just as before the pandemic, solely will be based on eligibility factors, such as household size, income and allowable deductions.
Just two months after Indiana tallied 18,894 new coronavirus infections in a single day, the Hoosier State on Tuesday recorded just 303 positive cases, according to the Indiana Department of Health.
"It's been a challenging year, frankly, to find a way forward," said Senate President Rod Bray. "Lots of contentious issues but we worked through them and found a way to resolve most of them."
After 728 days, or two days shy of exactly two years, Indiana no longer is operating under a governor-declared statewide public health emergency due to the COVID-19 pandemic. | https://www.nwitimes.com/news/education/lawsuits-seeking-refunds-from-iu-purdue-for-covid-19-switch-to-online-learning-can-proceed/article_4a9a218b-567e-5bf5-b499-76c695877a82.html | 2022-04-01T00:05:28Z |
Hawks bust suspected online scam syndicate in connection with R8m fraud | News24
Hawks have bust an alleged on-line rip-off.
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Seven suspects arrested for being a part of an alleged on-line rip-off syndicate are anticipated to look within the Palm Ridge Specialised Commercial Crimes Court on Friday.
The group, arrested by the Hawks, face fees of fraud and cash laundering.
“The suspects’ apprehension emanates from an extensive investigation relating to business email compromise fraud scam allegations where approximately 500 000 USD (R8 million) was swindled from a United States of America based entity in April 2020 and thereafter transferred into different South African bank accounts,” Brigadier Thandi Mbambo mentioned in an announcement on Thursday.
According to the Hawks, the seven suspects had been arrested following an operation at a number of premises round Johannesburg within the early hours of Thursday.
READ | Five of South Africa’s biggest online scams of 2021
The 4 males and three ladies are between 25 and 42-years-old.
The National Head of the Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation, Lieutenant-General Godfrey Lebeya recommended the group behind the arrest.
“Organised criminal groups should know that law enforcement agencies are collaborating on an international level to dismantle criminal networks,” he mentioned.
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NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — A Tennessee man was convicted Thursday in two stabbing deaths outside a Nashville bar in 2019.
Michael Mosley was convicted of first-degree murder in the deaths, attempted first-degree murder in the stabbing of another man left blind in one eye and assault of another, The Tennessean reported.
College students Clayton Beathard, 22, and Paul Trapeni III, 21, were killed Dec. 21, 2019, at The Dogwood bar.
Deputy District Attorney Amy Hunter and Assistant District Attorney Jan Norman said Mosley escalated a comment from one of the group’s friends to a fistfight and he was the only one to pull a knife.
Defense lawyer Ken Quillen argued that Mosley was acting in self-defense .
Beathard was the brother of NFL quarterback C.J. Beathard and musician Tucker Beathard, son of country music songwriter Casey Beathard and grandson of NFL Hall of Famer Bobby Beathard.
Trapeni was a student at Rhodes College in Memphis. | https://www.timesunion.com/news/article/Tennessee-man-convicted-in-2019-deaths-of-2-men-17049626.php | 2022-04-01T00:05:28Z |
EU announces plans to cut reliance on Russian gas by two-thirds
The European Union announced a plan Tuesday to cut its reliance on Russian natural gas by two-thirds this year, and get off Russian fossil fuels entirely by the end of the decade.
The European bloc said in a statement the effort to move away from Russian natural gas was in response to the country’s invasion of Ukraine.
The plan laid out several steps that it said would cut its dependence on Russia’s natural gas, including working with international partners to diversify its natural gas supply, speeding up permitting for renewable energy projects and adding solar panels and energy-efficient improvements to homes and buildings.
It will also double its 2030 goal of producing gas through agricultural waste and create an accelerator for hydrogen energy.
“We must become independent from Russian oil, coal and gas. We simply cannot rely on a supplier who explicitly threatens us,” European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said in a statement.
Von der Leyen added that she will discuss the ideas with European leaders this week and then work to “swiftly implement them.”
According to the commission, the EU imports about 90 percent of its natural gas, and 45 percent of these imports come from Russia. Russia is also responsible for about 45 percent of Europe’s oil imports and 45 percent of its coal imports.
Russia had previously threatened to cut off its Nord Stream 1 pipeline, which sends natural gas to Europe.
President Biden is expected to announce a U.S. ban on Russian oil imports later Tuesday.
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A good quality toothbrush is essential in having a nice smile and fighting cavities.
There are tons out there, though, making endlessly scrolling through options tough.
That’s why we’ve rounded up some highly recommended electric toothbrushes on the market.
The list includes popular brands, such as Oral-B and Colgate.
Here are some of the best electric toothbrushes, according to five product review websites:
- Hum by Colgate: “Buzzes every 30 seconds to let you know when to move on to another quadrant of your mouth,” CNET says.
- Oral-B Pro 1000: “Fully charged, it lasts for at least a week of twice-daily two-minute brushing sessions before needing a recharge,” Wirecutter says.
- Burst Sonic Toothbrush: “The most gentle electric toothbrush I’ve used (and I’ve tried them all),” New York Post says.
- Oral-B iO Series 9: “Effectively removes sticky plaque while gliding from one tooth to the next, and its valuable real-time feedback that encourages you to improve your brushing technique, whether you use the Oral-B Bluetooth app on your smartphone or not,” Tech Radar says.
- Quip Electric Toothbrush: “Pleasurable, as its vibrations are just powerful enough to get my mouth sparkling clean without feeling too intense, though the thin neck feels precarious when I was really scrubbing away,” Wired says.
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WINNEMUCCA, Nev., March 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Hycroft Mining Holding Corporation (Nasdaq: HYMC) ("Hycroft" or the "Company"), a development company operating the Hycroft Mine in the prolific mining region of Northern Nevada, filed its Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2021.
2021 Financial Highlights
- Production: As previously announced, gold production for the year ended December 31, 2021, of 57,668 ounces exceeded the high end of the guidance range as the process team continued to improve equipment, process control and costs. Silver production of 355,967 ounces was approximately 20% below guidance due to slower than planned leach kinetics. Processing of ore on leach pads is currently planned to proceed through the second quarter of 2022.
- Sales: Sales for the year ended December 31, 2021 were 56,045 ounces of gold (average realized price of $1,794 per ounce) and 397,546 ounces of silver (average realized price of $25.66 per ounce).
- Unrestricted Cash Position: The Company ended 2021 with $12.3 million of cash on hand and was in compliance with debt covenants
- Net Loss and Cash Used: Due to high operating costs relative to the associated gold equivalent production and sales volumes and ceasing of mining operations in November, 2021, the Company recorded a net loss of $88.6 million for the year ended December 31, 2022. Due to the losses from operations, the Company ceased mining activities and is now focused on completing its technical studies and exploration to develop the Hycroft mine through a milling and pressure oxidation process. The $44.0 million reduction in unrestricted cash since the beginning of the year was primarily due to cash used for operating activities of $37.0 million, cash used for investing activities of $6.9 million, cash used for financing activities of $5.5 million, and a $5.4 million reduction in restricted cash.
Subsequent Events:
- The Company completed several financing transactions to significantly strengthen its balance sheet, including:
- Nasdaq trading: With the recent improvement in the stock price, the Company has regained compliance with the Nasdaq minimum bid price for continued listing.
About Hycroft Mining Holding Corporation
Hycroft Mining Holding Corporation is a U.S.-based gold and silver development company that owns the Hycroft Mine, a well-established, world-class asset with a significant mineral endowment in Northern Nevada, a tier one mining jurisdiction. The company is focused on transforming Hycroft into a large-scale mining operation by developing a process for its large sulfide gold and silver mineral resources on site. Additional information is available at hycroftmining.com.
Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements
This news release contains "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of Section 27A of the United States Securities Act of 1933, as amended, Section 21E of the Unites States Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, or the Unites States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. All statements, other than statements of historical facts, included herein and public statements by our officers or representatives, that address activities, events or developments that our management expects or anticipates will or may occur in the future, are forward-looking statements, including but not limited to such things as future business strategy, plans and goals, competitive strengths and expansion and growth of our business. The words "estimate", "plan", "anticipate", "expect", "intend", "believe" "target", "budget", "may", "can", "will", "would", "could", "should", "seeks", or "scheduled to" and similar words or expressions, or negatives of these terms or other variations of these terms or comparable language or any discussion of strategy or intention identify forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements address activities, events or developments that the Company expects or anticipates will or may occur in the future and are based on current expectations and assumptions. These risks may include the following and the occurrence of one or more of the events or circumstances alone or in combination with other events or circumstances, may have a material adverse effect on the Company's business, cash flows, financial condition and results of operations. Please see our "Risk Factors" set forth in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2021, and other reports filed with the SEC for more information about these and other risks. You are cautioned against attributing undue certainty to forward-looking statements. Although we have attempted to identify important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those described in forward-looking statements, there may be other factors that cause results not to be as anticipated, estimated or intended. Although these forward-looking statements were based on assumptions that the Company believes are reasonable when made, you are cautioned that forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and that actual results, performance or achievements may differ materially from those made in or suggested by the forward-looking statements contained in this news release. In addition, even if our results, performance, or achievements are consistent with the forward-looking statements contained in this news release, those results, performance or achievements may not be indicative of results, performance or achievements in subsequent periods. Given these risks and uncertainties, you are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements. Any forward-looking statements made in this news release speak only as of the date of those statements, and we undertake no obligation to update those statements or to publicly announce the results of any revisions to any of those statements to reflect future events or developments.
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By Sabela Ojea
Shares in Renalytix PLC rose Thursday after the company said that it will receive a financing package of $30 million to support expected company growth and support its working capital position.
The U.K.-listed diagnostics group said the package comprises $8.8 million from an equity subscription of shares and $21.2 million from convertible bonds.
Shares at 0751 GMT were up 55.00 pence, or 20%, at 325.00 pence.
Write to Sabela Ojea at sabela.ojea@wsj.com; @sabelaojeaguix | https://www.marketwatch.com/story/renalytix-shares-rise-on-30-mln-financing-package-aimed-at-boosting-growth-271648713393 | 2022-04-01T00:05:29Z |
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Which backpack leaf blower is best?
If you have a yard or patch of land, you may have some difficulty dealing with leaves in the fall. Smaller yards with fewer trees usually clean up easily with a handheld leaf blower. But if you have a large plot that has plenty of foliage, you might want to consider investing in a backpack leaf blower. These handy devices can significantly cut your workload. And there are a number of worthwhile options in every price range.
The best backpack leaf blower for most consumers is the Echo PB-580T due to its budget-friendly price, performance, weight and reliability.
What to know before you buy a backpack leaf blower
They’re perfect for large jobs
Since backpack leaf blowers are considerably more powerful than handheld models, you won’t have to walk as much. They transfer the bulk of the weight to your back, hips and legs instead of your shoulders and arms.
Most importantly, they let you work on your entire property without being tethered to an electrical outlet. It’s this versatility that makes backpack leaf blowers the go-to choice for contractors and commercial lawn care outfits.
Noise factor
Backpack leaf blowers pack more power than handheld models because it has an internal combustion engine. One of the biggest issues with this is how much noise it makes. Four-cycle backpack leaf blowers are usually in the neighborhood of 70-80 decibels, and two-cycle models can easily exceed 90 decibels. Aside from wearing proper ear protection, you’ll need to consider noise level regulations. Some communities have laws prohibiting the use of lawn power tools that exceed 65 decibels.
Fuel blend
Most backpack leaf blowers have two-cycle engines, which use a combination of gasoline and motor oil. It’s extremely important to remember to use this blend since the wrong mixture could wreck your leaf blower. Most use a fuel-to-oil blend, but this can vary based on the model. Take time to review the manufacturer’s instructions carefully to ensure you use the right formula.
What to look for in a quality backpack leaf blower
Airspeed and cubic feet per minute
Both velocity and volume are important considerations. They’re related but not necessarily correlated. These factors vary depending on the design of the specific model and brand. If you want a truly effective backpack leaf blower that can handle a good amount of space, look for leaf blowers with a velocity of nearly 200 mph or more and at least 500 CFM in volume.
Throttle position
The leaf blower’s throttle control location is a subtle but important detail. Most users find that tube-mounted throttles are more convenient and comfortable to use. Leaf blowers with hip-mounted throttles tend to be slightly less expensive, but that depends on the brand. Ultimately, the choice will come down to your personal preference.
How much you can expect to spend on a backpack leaf blower
The most affordable backpack leaf blowers cost just over $200. The best options for private landowners are in the $500-$700 range. Those with landscaping businesses that do multiple jobs a week might want to invest in even more expensive models, some up in the thousands.
Backpack leaf blower FAQ
Are battery-powered backpack leaf blowers worth it?
A. Not really. If you have enough land and debris to need a backpack leaf blower, there aren’t battery-powered models that will last long enough to complete the job. To be clear, some systems allow you to strap high-powered, long-lasting batteries to your back for running specific leaf blowers, but they cost over $1,000.
What’s the best safety equipment for using a backpack leaf blower?
A. Wear work boots with plenty of traction as well as durable pants and long-sleeve shirts. These are important basics when working with any potentially hazardous tools. In addition, you should also use other safety equipment when using a commercial-grade leaf blower, such as protective glasses, earmuffs, earplugs and work gloves. All of these will keep you safe and ensure you’re protected while you’re using this heavy-duty equipment.
What’s the best backpack leaf blower to buy?
Top backpack leaf blower
What you need to know: It combines the performance of a commercial leaf blower with a consumer-friendly cost and lightweight design.
What you’ll love: It’s powerful enough to satisfy homeowners with large plots and plenty of brush. Echo is a well-respected manufacturer, so it’s an investment you can trust. It boasts a maximum airspeed of 215 mph and weighs just over 22 pounds.
What you should consider: One of its few drawbacks is that you can’t adjust or repair the carburetor.
Where to buy: Sold by Home Depot and Amazon
Top backpack leaf blower for the money
What you need to know: This relatively affordable option doesn’t sacrifice power or comfort.
What you’ll love: It’s one of the rare options that is less than $300 and still offers long-lasting effectiveness. It’s about as light as they come and significantly more powerful than a handheld mode.
What you should consider: It doesn’t quite have the same kind of power that many lawn care professionals need.
Where to buy: Sold by Home Depot
Worth checking out
What you need to know: Put simply, this four-cycle model is a beast of a leaf blower.
What you’ll love: It has more raw power and speed than just about any other option. Plus, since it uses a four-cycle motor, the sound it makes isn’t quite as painfully loud as others. If you need premium performance for professional jobs, this one is a great choice.
What you should consider: While it outperforms much of the competition, it may be too much power for the average homeowner.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon and Home Depot
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Approximately 180,000 Americans are diagnosed with the language disorder every year.
Bruce Willis is stepping away from Hollywood because of a neurological disorder that impairs the ability to communicate. We’re unpacking what’s known about aphasia and how common the condition is.
What is aphasia?
The disorder can affect one’s ability to produce and interpret speech or writing. It occurs when the language areas in the brain are damaged, either by a stroke, traumatic brain injury, infection, or progressive conditions like Alzheimer’s. The condition varies widely in severity: Some patients may have trouble retrieving the names of certain objects, while others are rendered completely unable to communicate.
What’s known about Bruce Willis’ health?
Willis’ family revealed his diagnosis on Wednesday in a post on Instagram. They wrote that the 67-year-old would be “stepping away from the career that has meant so much to him” because the disorder is “impacting his cognitive abilities.”
Willis has given many iconic performances across a career that’s spanned decades, from his portrayal of John McClane in the Die Hard films to his leading role in The Sixth Sense.
What are the different types of aphasia?
The two broad categories of aphasia are fluent and nonfluent, according to the National Institutes of Health. In fluent aphasia, a patient may speak in long, complex sentences that don’t make any sense and is often unaware that what they’re saying is unintelligible. They may also have trouble understanding speech. Fluent aphasia commonly occurs when a part of the brain called Wernicke’s area is damaged.
People with nonfluent aphasia may still be able to read and comprehend what’s spoken to them, but struggle to talk and will only use short phrases. Damage to a region called Broca’s area often triggers this form of aphasia.
Damage to large portions of the brain’s language areas can result in global aphasia, which severely limits the ability to speak or understand.
How common is aphasia?
Aphasia is most common among people of middle age and older. According to the National Aphasia Association, about 1 million people in the U.S. are living with the disorder and about 180,000 people are diagnosed with it each year.
Aging and aphasia
When aphasia is caused by a stroke or a head injury, it can occur suddenly. But one form, primary progressive aphasia (PPA), develops gradually and is caused by the degeneration of the brain’s nerve cells. Many people with PPA have only minor language problems for years, and don’t have any issues with memory or focus, so they often put off seeking treatment.
Some symptoms for this type of aphasia include mispronouncing words, slowed down or halting speech, using abnormally short phrases, difficulty spelling, substituting similar letter sounds (like a “t” for a “d”), and more. | https://katiecouric.com/health/what-is-aphasia-bruce-willis/ | 2022-04-01T00:05:32Z |
Nickel Plate Arts features ‘Totems and Nature’s Magic’ exhibit by local artist Sheldon Shalley
Artist Sheldon Shalley will take you on a shamanic journey with his exhibit, “Totems and Nature’s Magic.” Read on to learn about Sheldon’s art in his own words. Once upon a time, we humans understood that we were part of nature and nature was a part of us. There was no...
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Mother charged in connection with daughter's overdose to plead guilty
Mar. 31—A mother charged in the death of her 21-month-old daughter, who ingested fentanyl, is now expected to plead guilty later this spring.
Shawna Marie Cote was scheduled for a jury trial, but that has been canceled and a plea and sentencing hearing has been scheduled for May 2 at 2 p.m. in Rockingham Superior Court, court documents show.
Cote, 30, was indicted on nine charges in connection with her toddler's overdose death on Nov. 16, 2020, at the RMZ Truck Stop in Londonderry, including negligent homicide, manslaughter, reckless conduct with a deadly weapon, falsifying physical evidence, receiving stolen property, and endangering the welfare of a child.
The child's father, Mark Geremia, 32, is also charged in the death. In addition to the Franklin couple, a third man, Dana Dolan, 24, of Tilton, is also facing charges.
Dolan allegedly was using fentanyl with Geremia and Cote in a 2002 Dodge Ram near the couple's two young children the night of Nov. 15 at the truck stop, authorities said.
On Monday, Nov. 16, 2020, at 9:42 a.m., police were called to the RMZ truck stop at 137 Rockingham Road in Londonderry on a report of an unresponsive toddler inside a car in the rear parking lot.
A day-shift patrol sergeant who was nearby performed CPR until firefighter paramedics responded, according to a statement from Londonderry police. The child, identified as "A.G." in court documents, was taken to Parkland Medical Center in Derry. where she was later pronounced dead, police said.
An autopsy performed by the state Medical Examiner's Office determined the cause of death to be acute fentanyl intoxication.
An online obituary identified the young victim as Adalynn Geremia of Franklin. The obituary listed the child's parents as Cote and Geremia, and her date of death as Nov. 16, 2020.
Prosecutors claim witnesses reported seeing Geremia performing CPR on his daughter, then "stopping to take a cigarette break" before continuing. Witnesses also reported seeing Geremia throwing what was later determined to be a hardcover book jacket with fentanyl residue on it into nearby woods and Cote putting a child's vest into a trash receptacle at a nearby gas station.
Security footage captured on several cameras at the truck stop corroborated the witness reports, officials said.
"We have two individuals who acted with complete indifference to the value of their daughter's life at every step of the way in this matter," Assistant County Attorney Kristin Vartanian said as the pair were arraigned in 2021. "They failed to call 911, they failed to make meaningful life saving efforts, taking breaks for cigarette smoking, and busying themselves with disposing of evidence. Their focus was entirely on themselves and preserving themselves."
Vartanian said Geremia and Cote, along with a friend identified as Dana Dolan, were inhaling fentanyl off a hardcover book inside a 2002 Dodge Ram parked behind the RMZ Truck Stop and slept in the vehicle overnight, with their two daughters present.
The group allegedly drove to Lawrence, Mass., the night before to purchase the drugs and used them immediately with the children present before heading back to New Hampshire, according to Dolan.
Geremia pulled into the truck stop after becoming groggy driving home, Dolan told police.
The drugs were left in a place where the young girl had access to them, according to the charges. "A.G." was found unresponsive when the group woke up Nov. 16.
A witness saw a "commotion" and efforts to revive the girl. After about 10 minutes, the witness dialed 911 in the belief the parents hadn't.
When police arrived, Cote and her older daughter, 4, were across the street at a convenience store, where officials later found a child's vest with fentanyl residue on it in a bathroom trash can outside.
Traces of fentanyl were found on the child's vest, on the cover of the discarded book and on the interior fabric of the Dodge Ram.
Prosecutors say Cote gave birth to a baby boy in early 2021. He was born addicted to heroin and placed in the custody of the state Division of Children Youth and Families. The couple's surviving daughter has also been placed in DCYF custody. | https://news.yahoo.com/mother-charged-connection-daughters-overdose-225000758.html | 2022-04-01T00:05:33Z |
Phillies add former MVP Jimmy Rollins to front office
Former National League MVP Jimmy Rollins will get a chance to make his mark on both the on-field and off-field product after he was added to the Philadelphia Phillies' front office Thursday.
Rollins, who played 15 of his 17 major league seasons with the Phillies and won the 2007 MVP, will assist as an on-field instructor and also will be an advisor to the front-office staff under general manager Dave Dombrowski.
Those duties will be added to his existing role as an occasional Phillies' television analyst for NBC Sports Philadelphia.
"The addition of Jimmy Rollins to our baseball operations department is a significant gain for the Phillies," Dombrowski said in a release. "As one of the franchise's all-time greats, Jimmy brings tremendous baseball instincts and an institutional knowledge of what it takes to win in Philadelphia. We look forward to his continued contributions to the Phillies."
A three-time All-Star, Rollins led the National League in runs (139) and triples (20) during his 2007 MVP season. The Oakland, Calif., native was a four-time Gold Glove winner at shortstop and batted .264 with a .743 OPS over 2,275 career games, ending his career with the Los Angeles Dodgers (2015) and Chicago White Sox (2016).
"I'm honored to move into baseball operations and assist Dave and his staff," Rollins said in a release. "The Phillies mean a great deal to me, and I'll do whatever I can to help get this team back to where it belongs, and that's deep in October."
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KUALA LUMPUR (April 1): HONOR keeps on its promises to wow Malaysians with its “Ready To Go Beyond” tagline, launching five products including the HONOR X9 5G, HONOR X9, HONOR X8, and HONOR X7 with premium quality. Besides smartphones, HONOR has also launched the powerfully compact laptop, HONOR MagicBook 16 for Malaysian users.
The all-new HONOR X Series runs on Android 11 with Google Mobile Services (GMS), is packaged with a one- year extended warranty and six-month screen crack protection for purchases during the pre-order period. HONOR Malaysia is also giving the one-year extended warranty for redemption till the end of June, further proving HONOR’s confidence in its quality – echoing its “Lagi Tahan Lagi Best” slogan.
HONOR X Series – Quality that won the market’s confidence
The launch yesterday showed HONOR’s confidence on tackling the market with its remarkable HONOR X Series quality, seen with with the HONOR X9 5G falling from one metre high. The HONOR X9 was put to the test and passed tremendously with only a 3.8 per cent ageing rate after three years of usage. The 36-month period has stood the test of time – showing no signs of lagging and assuring users a quality like never before.
With 600 different quality standards covering every aspect from the product design, development, materials, manufacturing and other qualities, HONOR believes its standards are to be parallel with the consumer experience. Users can be further assured by HONOR Lab’s vigorous tests, including test of soft pressure up to 2,000 times, a touchpad test of 800,000 times, and a 24-Hour Continuous Salt Spray Corrosion Test – just to ensure each has passed its production challenge before it reaches customers’ hands.
HONOR sets the standards high for technology aesthetics and premium quality
HONOR does not hold back when it comes to quality, with its technology aesthetics, quality genes and competitiveness specs, HONOR setting the standards high on the release of the HONOR X9, HONOR X8, HONOR X7, and HONOR MagicBook 16 with competitive prices. The ambition train rides further, the recent HONOR Magic4 series launched in MWC 2022 was awarded as one of Android’s Best Flagship Smartphone of the year and taking top sales in China. HONOR Malaysia has confirmed earlier that it will be coming to Malaysia soon.
After a two-year hiatus, HONOR’s beloved model – the X Series finally returns to Malaysian soil. The pursuit of quality is now not a foreign challenge, given HONOR’s adaptability and current strength in cutting-edge technology. The best reward will always be the users, taking the best experience that HONOR is aiming for, for its high quality demand all embedded in the X Series to an almost flagship-level-like smartphone.
HONOR always believes in adopting the “two-wheel approach” to remain consumers-centric. One wheel revolves around understanding the trends and observing feedback of consumers, and the other builds on a vision to lead consumers’ needs while integrating cutting-edge technology.
Pre-order now to grab free gifts worth up to RM1,585
Pre-order for the all-new HONOR X9 5G, HONOR X8, and HONOR MagicBook 16 starts now. Fans who pre-order the HONOR X9 5G can get free gifts worth up to RM516, while the powerfully compact HONOR MagicBook 16 is offering free gifts worth up to RM1,585. The HONOR MagicBook 16 is also available for 24 months 0 per cent interest installments from as low as RM5.88 per day.
HONOR X9 and HONOR X7 are available for purchase from April 14. Remember to grab them before the end of June to be entitled for a one-year extended warranty.
For more information, visit the HONOR Official Website: https://bit.ly/HONORXBorneoPost. | https://www.theborneopost.com/2022/04/01/honor-x9-x8-x7-comes-with-exclusive-warranty-showcasing-confidence-of-its-premium-quality/ | 2022-04-01T00:05:33Z |
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GARY — Police said Thursday they suspect whomever fired multiple gunshots into a home late Tuesday likely was targeting a resident who no longer lives at that address.
Gary police responded to a residence in the 1900 block of West 15th Avenue about 11:35 p.m. Tuesday and found a broken window, bullet holes in the home and several spent shell casings in the area, Cmdr. Jack Hamady said.
The following morning, another neighbor reported damage to a vehicle as a result of the gunfire, he said.
Evidence collected at the scene led investigators to believe two people fired shots at the home, police said.
The target of the gunfire likely was a former resident, who moved out after the residence was damaged in a previous shooting Jan. 8, Hamady said.
The family that moved in after the former tenant left told police they did not know why anyone would target them, he said.
Anyone with information about the gunfire is asked to call Detective Sgt. James Nielsen at 219-881-1210. To remain anonymous, call 866-CRIME-GP.
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Gallery: Recent arrests booked into Lake County Jail
Damon Wilson
Age : 49
Residence: Merrillville, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202252
Arrest Date: March 24, 2022
Offense Description: THEFT; ROBBERY
Highest Offense Class: Felonies
April Van Richardson
Age : 61
Residence: Phoenix, IL
Booking Number(s): 2202243
Arrest Date: March 24, 2022
Offense Description: THEFT
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Steven Powell
Age : 48
Residence: East Chicago, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202237
Arrest Date: March 24, 2022
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Dante Palm
Age : 42
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202251
Arrest Date: March 24, 2022
Offense Description: ROBBERY; RESISTING
Highest Offense Class: Felonies
Tyeasha King
Age : 29
Residence: Chicago, IL
Booking Number(s): 2202242
Arrest Date: March 24, 2022
Offense Description: FRAUD - COUNTERFEITING AND APPLICATION FRAUD
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Quinn Jackson
Age : 31
Residence: Chicago, IL
Booking Number(s): 2202235
Arrest Date: March 24, 2022
Offense Description: FRAUD - DECEPTION - IDENTITY
Highest Offense Class: Felony
David Littleton
Age : 26
Residence: Lake Station, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202260
Arrest Date: March 25, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Davanta Jackson
Age : 39
Residence: East Chicago, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202238
Arrest Date: March 24, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Joseph Hollis
Age : 46
Residence: Whiting, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202247
Arrest Date: March 24, 2022
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Darwin Gamez Del Cid
Age : 33
Residence: Chicago, IL
Booking Number(s): 2202241
Arrest Date: March 24, 2022
Offense Description: CHILD MOLESTATION - STATUTORY RAPE
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Edward Hodor Jr.
Age : 52
Residence: Schererville, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202258
Arrest Date: March 25, 2022
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Lavette Hazelett
Age : 36
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202254
Arrest Date: March 24, 2022
Offense Description: BATTERY
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Paul Blankenship Jr.
Age : 28
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202250
Arrest Date: March 24, 2022
Offense Description: BURGLARY
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Adam Butts
Age : 42
Residence: Cedar Lake, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202257
Arrest Date: March 24, 2022
Offense Description: BATTERY - AGGRAVATED - STRANGULATION
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Michael Cozart Sr.
Age : 42
Residence: Lake Station, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202263
Arrest Date: March 25, 2022
Offense Description: BATTERY
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Michael Bissonette
Age : 32
Residence: Crown Point, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202244
Arrest Date: March 24, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Luis Ayala
Age : 26
Residence: Country Side, IL
Booking Number(s): 2202239
Arrest Date: March 24, 2022
Offense Description: THEFT - MOTOR VEHICLE
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Kendra Windom
Age : 36
Residence: Kokomo, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202225
Arrest Date: March 23, 2022
Offense Description: BATTERY
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Cieara Smith
Age : 36
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202213
Arrest Date: March 23, 2022
Offense Description: POSSESSION - COCAINE OR NARCOTIC DRUG
Highest Offense Class: Felony
2202213
Chad Steapleton
Age : 27
Residence: Crown Point, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202230
Arrest Date: March 24, 2022
Offense Description: BATTERY
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Marcel Young
Age : 42
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202216
Arrest Date: March 23, 2022
Offense Description: THEFT - MOTOR VEHICLE
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Rodrigo Ramirez
Age : 70
Residence: Lake Station, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202218
Arrest Date: March 23, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
DeAnglo McGee
Age : 30
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202221
Arrest Date: March 23, 2022
Offense Description: THEFT - MOTOR VEHICLE
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Daminion Green Jr.
Age : 18
Residence: East Chicago, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202209
Arrest Date: March 23, 2022
Offense Description: HOMICIDE - MURDER
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Victoria Hopper
Age : 51
Residence: Valparaiso, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202219
Arrest Date: March 23, 2022
Offense Description: THEFT - MOTOR VEHICLE
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Prestina Garth
Age : 23
Residence: Indianapolis, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202222
Arrest Date: March 23, 2022
Offense Description: BATTERY - AGAINST LAW ENFORCEMENT OR PUBLIC SAFETY OFFICIAL
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Alyson Drozynski
Age : 28
Residence: Crown Point, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202229
Arrest Date: March 24, 2022
Offense Description: BATTERY
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Kevin Dyer
Age : 51
Residence: Mishawaka, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202217
Arrest Date: March 23, 2022
Offense Description: HABITUAL TRAFFIC OFFENDER
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Aaliyah Collins
Age : 20
Residence: Hammond, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202211
Arrest Date: March 23, 2022
Offense Description: HOMICIDE - MURDER
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Terrance Billingslea
Age : 36
Residence: Chicago, IL
Booking Number(s): 2202228
Arrest Date: March 24, 2022
Offense Description: DEALING - COCAINE OR NARCOTIC DRUG
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Charles Bishop III
Age : 55
Residence: Munster, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202227
Arrest Date: March 23, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Clyde De La Paz Jr.
Age : 32
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202210
Arrest Date: March 23, 2022
Offense Description: SEX OFFENDER REGISTRATION VIOLATION
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Antquane Thomas
Age : 36
Residence: Portage, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202186
Arrest Date: March 22, 2022
Offense Description: POSSESSION - METHAMPHETAMINE; OWI
Highest Offense Class: Felonies
Antonio Torres
Age : 26
Residence: Paxton, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202184
Arrest Date: March 22, 2022
Offense Description: THEFT
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Nicholas Rivera
Age : 27
Residence: Hammond, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202187
Arrest Date: March 22, 2022
Offense Description: NEGLECT OF DEPENDANT/CHILD VIOLATIONS
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Isaac Reyes
Age : 25
Residence: Lake Station, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202182
Arrest Date: March 22, 2022
Offense Description: THEFT - MOTOR VEHICLE
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Scott Pufahl
Age : 33
Residence: Highland, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202183
Arrest Date: March 22, 2022
Offense Description: BURGLARY
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Eddie Jones
Age : 52
Residence: Riverdale, IL
Booking Number(s): 2202191
Arrest Date: March 22, 2022
Offense Description: THEFT
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Neal Heard Jr.
Age : 33
Residence: Lake Geneva, WI
Booking Number(s): 2202188
Arrest Date: March 22, 2022
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Jason Harvell
Age : 19
Residence: Calumet City, IL
Booking Number(s): 2202204
Arrest Date: March 23, 2022
Offense Description: RESISTING
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Lloyd Grant III
Age : 51
Residence: East Chicago, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202197
Arrest Date: March 22, 2022
Offense Description: RESISTING
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Johvon Harris
Age : 20
Residence: East Chicago, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202180
Arrest Date: March 22, 2022
Offense Description: INT-THREATEN ANOTHER W/INTENT THEY ENGAGE IN CONDUCT AGAINST WILL
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Quantanea Cribbs
Age : 34
Residence: Chicago, IL
Booking Number(s): 2202207
Arrest Date: March 23, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Helen Gagliano
Age : 61
Residence: Dyer, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202195
Arrest Date: March 22, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Adamaris Collazo
Age : 33
Residence: Danbury, CT
Booking Number(s): 2202203
Arrest Date: March 23, 2022
Offense Description: ROBBERY
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Orlando Burgos
Age : 30
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202194
Arrest Date: March 22, 2022
Offense Description: HOMICIDE - MURDER
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Hannah Wilkinson
Age : 25
Residence: Oxford, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202151
Arrest Date: March 21, 2022
Offense Description: POSSESS HYPODERMIC SYRINGE OR NEEDLE
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Glen Taylor
Age : 50
Residence: Whiting, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202170
Arrest Date: March 21, 2022
Offense Description: BATTERY
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Michael Schaeffer
Age : 24
Residence: Portage, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202158
Arrest Date: March 21, 2022
Offense Description: POSSESSION - COCAINE OR NARCOTIC DRUG
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Justin Ostrowski
Age : 35
Residence: Hobart, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202161
Arrest Date: March 21, 2022
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Adrian Padilla
Age : 27
Residence: Chicago, IL
Booking Number(s): 2202149
Arrest Date: March 21, 2022
Offense Description: DEALING - COCAINE OR NARCOTIC DRUG
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Caius Martius Garcia
Age : 31
Residence: Bellingham, WA
Booking Number(s): 2202150
Arrest Date: March 21, 2022
Offense Description: CHILD MOLESTATION - STATUTORY RAPE
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Kevin Johnson
Age : 40
Residence: Springfield, IL
Booking Number(s): 2202162
Arrest Date: March 21, 2022
Offense Description: BATTERY - AGGRAVATED - W/PERMANENT INJURY OR DISFIGUREMENT
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Gerald Dulsky
Age : 60
Residence: Schererville, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202171
Arrest Date: March 21, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Bradley Fastabend
Age : 34
Residence: Schererville, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202157
Arrest Date: March 21, 2022
Offense Description: BATTERY - AGAINST LAW ENFORCEMENT OR PUBLIC SAFETY OFFICIAL
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Tyler Harris
Age : 29
Residence: Hammond, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202174
Arrest Date: March 22, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
James Collins
Age : 40
Residence: Lake Station, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202156
Arrest Date: March 21, 2022
Offense Description: RESISTING LAW ENFORCEMENT - FORCIBLY RESISTING
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Jonathan Corbin
Age : 36
Residence: Hammond, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202155
Arrest Date: March 21, 2022
Offense Description: POSSESSION - COCAINE OR NARCOTIC DRUG
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Kentrae Butler
Age : 35
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202159
Arrest Date: March 21, 2022
Offense Description: POSSESSION - COCAINE OR NARCOTIC DRUG
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Maegan Bodie
Age : 32
Residence: Lake Village, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202167
Arrest Date: March 21, 2022
Offense Description: POSSESS HYPODERMIC SYRINGE OR NEEDLE
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Henry Arsenault
Age : 58
Residence: Chicago, IL
Booking Number(s): 2202165
Arrest Date: March 21, 2022
Offense Description: POSSESS HYPODERMIC SYRINGE OR NEEDLE
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Isedra Brooks
Age : 28
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202164
Arrest Date: March 21, 2022
Offense Description: HOMICIDE - MURDER
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Natalie Anderson
Age : 37
Residence: Chicago, IL
Booking Number(s): 2202163
Arrest Date: March 21, 2022
Offense Description: FRAUD - DECEPTION - IDENTITY
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Calvin Williams
Age : 34
Residence: Merrillville, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202140
Arrest Date: March 20, 2022
Offense Description: RESISTING
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Sergio Villa-Alvarado
Age : 27
Residence: Lake Station, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202130
Arrest Date: March 20, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Adam Trybunia
Age : 53
Residence: Dyer, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202129
Arrest Date: March 20, 2022
Offense Description: BATTERY - AGAINST LAW ENFORCEMENT OR PUBLIC SAFETY OFFICIAL
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Etor Segura
Age : 60
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202139
Arrest Date: March 20, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Ronald Posey
Age : 34
Residence: Chicago, IL
Booking Number(s): 2202117
Arrest Date: March 20, 2022
Offense Description: CONFINEMENT; BATTERY - AGGRAVATED - STRANGULATION
Highest Offense Class: Felonies
Josephine Lopez
Age : 29
Residence: Highland, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202143
Arrest Date: March 21, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Aaron Caylor
Age : 39
Residence: Hobart, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202135
Arrest Date: March 20, 2022
Offense Description: RESISTING
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Troy Clark
Age : 22
Residence: Valparaiso, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202123
Arrest Date: March 20, 2022
Offense Description: RESISTING; MOTOR VEHICLE THEFT
Highest Offense Class: Felonies
Joshua Davis
Age : 30
Residence: Bolingbrook, IL
Booking Number(s): 2202144
Arrest Date: March 21, 2022
Offense Description: THEFT
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Demetric Hunter
Age : 36
Residence: Dixmoor, IL
Booking Number(s): 2202116
Arrest Date: March 20, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Daniel Beasley
Age : 29
Residence: Chicago, IL
Booking Number(s): 2202142
Arrest Date: March 21, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Troy Carrington
Age : 52
Residence: Merrillville, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202138
Arrest Date: March 20, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Damian Bannister
Age : 43
Residence: Hammond, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202128
Arrest Date: March 20, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Leonardo Washington
Age : 39
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202105
Arrest Date: March 20, 2022
Offense Description: RECKLESS SUPERVISION OF A CHILD - FAMILY OFFENSE; RESISTING LAW ENFORCEMENT - VEHICLE
Highest Offense Class: Felonies
Matthew Popplewell
Age : 47
Residence: Hammond, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202084
Arrest Date: March 19, 2022
Offense Description: DEALING - COCAINE OR NARCOTIC DRUG
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Mario Soriano Jr.
Age : 26
Residence: Hammond, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202103
Arrest Date: March 20, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Donovan Parker
Age : 18
Residence: Richton Park, IL
Booking Number(s): 2202079
Arrest Date: March 19, 2022
Offense Description: WEAPON - ALTERATION - GUN SERIAL NUMBER
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Cody Huseman
Age : 33
Residence: Lake Station, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202106
Arrest Date: March 20, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Randy Lowe
Age : 30
Residence: Lowell, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202101
Arrest Date: March 19, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Candace Hogeveen
Age : 57
Residence: Cedar Lake, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202091
Arrest Date: March 19, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
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Hearing impaired baby’s reaction to his first hearing device is a must-watch
This video that was shared by Good News Correspondent on Instagram reveals how slightly child named Jack reacts to the primary listening to machine in his life.
The movies that present the primary instances when little kids get to see or hear, as a consequence of an impairment that they’ve are at all times heartwarming to look at. Just like this one video that has been shared by Good News Correspondent on their Instagram web page. The video has been profitable hearts and reveals how slightly child named Jack reacts to his first listening to machine.
The video was shared with an in depth caption that helps viewers perceive the situation that this little child has. It begins, “Jack hearing for the first time. This is Jack’s temporary BAHA. Ultimate goal is to have traditional hearing aids that go over your ear.” BAHA means a Bone-Anchored Hearing Aid. The video goes on to indicate the attractive reactions on the newborn’s half when he will get to listen to that so many sounds exist on this world.
The caption continues, “Jack’s listening to nonetheless is combined between his internal and center ear space making it troublesome to navigate the perfect listening to choice for him. One ear is average to extreme in listening to loss and the opposite is extreme to profound. He is authorized blind and deaf. Although this looks as if an underwhelming expertise it has been troublesome on him. It’s overstimulating to abruptly go from listening to near nothing or muffled noises to audible voices and distinct sounds. Slowly however absolutely little man!”
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The video has been posted on Instagram slightly greater than 19 hours in the past and since then, has garnered a number of feedback from individuals who could not cease admiring this lovely second and the expertise that helped the little child. It has additionally obtained greater than 11,500 views on it to this point.
An Instagram consumer wrote, “So grateful for all of the advancements in medicine that have allowed Jack to hear.” “So very adorable. God bless you on your journey with this precious child,” reads one other remark. A 3rd remark reads, “Warms my heart. Best wishes to all of you.”
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BRENTWOOD, Tenn. (AP) — A Tennessee woman convicted in the death of a police officer has been sentenced to 8 to 12 years in prison.
Ashley Kroese of Thompson's Station was 24 years old on June 18, 2020, when she drove on the wrong side of the road in Brentwood, killing Brentwood police officer Destin Legieza, 30, authorities said.
She was previously found guilty of four charges, including vehicular homicide by intoxication. She was sentenced Wednesday for charges in the crash that killed Legieza, The Tennessean reported.
A blood test after the crash found her blood alcohol content was 0.166%, which is twice the legal limit.
Members of Legieza's family spoke at the hearing.
“Ashley. I don’t think you intended to kill anyone that day,” said Heather Legieza, the officer’s widow. “But you moving forward with the trial when you know what you did was with intention, you should have just taken accountability for your actions."
Kroese, who did not testify at the February trial, read from a statement.
“I can’t pretend to understand what you have been going through. I’ve never lost a husband, a son or a brother, and nothing I can say is able to ease your pain, but I am truly and deeply sorry,” Kroese said. | https://www.timesunion.com/news/article/Tennessee-woman-sentenced-to-8-years-in-officer-s-17049754.php | 2022-04-01T00:05:35Z |
Shares of Republic Services Inc.
RSG,
-1.29%
slid 1.29% to $132.50 Thursday, on what proved to be an all-around rough trading session for the stock market, with the S&P 500 Index
SPX,
-1.57%
falling 1.57% to 4,530.41 and Dow Jones Industrial Average
DJIA,
-1.56%
falling 1.56% to 34,678.35. The stock's fall snapped a five-day winning streak. Republic Services Inc. closed $13.48 short of its 52-week high ($145.98), which the company achieved on October 29th.
The stock demonstrated a mixed performance when compared to some of its competitors Thursday, as Waste Management Inc.
WM,
-0.60%
fell 0.60% to $158.50, Waste Connections Inc.
WCN,
+0.01%
rose 0.01% to $139.70, and Veolia Environnement S.A. ADR
VEOEY,
-1.36%
fell 1.36% to $31.96. Trading volume (1.3 M) remained 200,580 below its 50-day average volume of 1.5 M.
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Editor’s note: This story was originally published by Arizona Luminaria on palabra, the digital news site by the National Association of Hispanic Journalists.
By Beatriz Limón with photo and video by Arizona Luminaria and Daniel Méndez
Where are you from?
It’s a question that Franchela Ulises hears often in Arizona when she speaks in Spanish. In her native language.
She is used to the question. But she’ll never get used to the strange looks from others when she’s in public. She’s seen that look at the grocery store or at the park when she’s with her kids and they’re all talking in Spanish.
Sometimes she laughs it off. Other times, she lets her frustration flow.
Franchela was born in the U.S. Virgin Islands. Her parents are from the Dominican Republic.
In the country of her parents, Franchela doesn’t attract attention. Here in Arizona, in a desert state on the border with Mexico, a Black woman who speaks Spanish is watched with curiosity and sometimes reveals the prejudice toward people who share her heritage.
Facing discrimination. Not feeling recognized, included or accepted as an Afro-Latina. It’s exhausting, she says.
Franchela channeled her frustration into creating “Mujeres of all Shades.” The organization helps women of all races and cultural and ethnic backgrounds champion their own style, their own identities, their own expressions of beauty and brilliance.
Franchela works as a model, fashion stylist, and social media influencer to empower Afro-Latinas and unite women of all skin colors.
She’s cultivating a collective of women who are changing the fashion industry to be more inclusive of what women want and how they want to be seen and heard.
Together, they fight for confidence and self-esteem and against stereotypes about beauty, race and gender. For Franchela, it is a movement.
She has three daughters. She wants them to see more Afro-Latinas represented on television and other media.
On a cool day in downtown Phoenix, Franchela is posing for photos and speaking in Spanish and English. She explains what life is like for Afro-Latinas in Arizona.
She fixes her hair and adjusts her jacket with splashes of vibrant colors from lime green to indigo blue. She crosses her legs and sets aside her Gucci bag.
Looking at the camera with the confidence of a Hollywood star on stage, a model on the runway or mama with three babies, she smiles and says: “I’m Afro-Latina.”
She releases a mischievous laugh adding, “I’m a little bit of everything.”
Franchela is 30 years old. She tries to explain how she defines herself, shows her identities in simple, straightforward ways that still seem so complicated in the eyes of people who do not know her cultural mix and her roots.
“Look, my parents are Dominican, but I was born in the Virgin Islands, where there are many Dominicans,” she says. “But this is the United States. So, I am African American.”
“But sometimes I’m not Black enough for people here. I’m also not Latino enough in this country. In the end, I think we can all be a little bit of everything.”
Franchela is proud to wear her Afro-Latina identity in Arizona, where laws have been passed to stigmatize race, culture and language. And where some people mistakenly think that all Latinos in Arizona are from México.
Franchela is an American citizen who champions Latino/a/x immigrants like her parents. Francisco Ulises and Elcilia Mercado taught her to love her culture and her language.
“My parents are amazing. They are both Dominican and traveled to St. Thomas, which is the gateway island to the Virgin Islands, before I was born,” she says. “They are a blessing. They always instilled in me our Dominican culture and appreciation for speaking Spanish very well.”
Dominicans represent the fourth largest group of Latino immigrants in the United States, after Mexicans, Salvadorans and Cubans, according to the Migration Policy Institute, or MPI.
MPI data shows that the number of Dominican immigrants in the U.S. increased 33% from 2010 to 2019. Those 1.2 million Dominicans represent approximately 3% of the immigrant population in the U.S., which is about 44.9 million people.
Latinos in the U.S. with Caribbean roots are more likely to identify as Afro-Latinos or Afro-Caribbeans than Latinos with roots in other regions (34% vs. 22%, respectively), according to a Pew Research Center survey. Those who identify as Afro-Latino are more concentrated on the East Coast and in the South compared to other Latinos. An estimated 65% of Afro-Latino immigrants live in these regions versus 48% of other Latino immigrants.
Franchela moved to Arizona 10 years ago to study criminal justice. She arrived with a heart full of dreams, but she found herself rejected. Some people, upon hearing her speak Spanish, looked at her strangely and whispered behind her back.
She felt like she couldn’t escape all the sideways glances.
“People are always shocked when they see me. They’re literally frozen when they hear me,” she says. “They ask me, in surprise, where I learned to speak Spanish.”
It hurts, she says, to know that her Afro-Latino culture is not appreciated enough in her country.
“We’re Latinos, we just look a little bit different,” she says firmly.
She remembers her life and traditions in moments. Living with her grandparents in the Dominican Republic, eating rice and beans and playing with her cousins, speaking in the language they grew up with.
Women of all shades
Franchela faced culture shock when she moved to Arizona. She took that pain and channeled it into creating “Mujeres of all Shades.”
For her, it means everything for every woman to feel confident about her ancestral roots, the texture of her hair, the color of her skin color, her voice and her shape. Franchela feels confident wearing red lipstick and fierce colors. It’s a medicine for a fashion guru to feel beautiful, brave and bold.
Not everyone looks the same just because they’re from the same country or culture, she says.
“We have to change the stereotypes (in the U.S.),” she says. “It’s the same in Mexico, where there are blonde people with green eyes. We must accept that we come in all colors.”
Through her organization, the model offers a series of tutorials for women to feel comfortable in their own skin. She covers personal styling, fashion events, wardrobe checks, outfit planning, shopping plans, fashion consultations, and even a fashionista photo shoot.
She doesn’t only focus on fashion, style and the beauty of women. Franchela seeks to educate Latino and non-Latino communities about cultural, racial, ethnic representation, equality and diversity. She wants Latino communities to recognize and celebrate Afro-Latino cultures.
She hopes people don’t think that observing Black History Month in February is enough. Rather, she wants an inclusive conversation about respecting people of color and people from these communities who speak different languages.
“We are not well represented in the United States. We’re lacking space on television, where our stories are told, so people get to know us,” Franchela says. “We have to focus on the Black and Afro-Latino community every day, not just one month, because the problems we face happen all year long.”
And to begin to make a change, the style consultant and mom has educated her daughters Yoelianny, 9, Alianny, 7, and Leilianny, 2, to feel proud of their Latina roots, the color of their skin and of being bilingual.
“I instill the Latino culture in them,” Franchela says. “We speak Spanish. I explain to them where I come from, where their father Juan Franco, who is Dominican, comes from. I tell them that they are beautiful and that they are also Latinas.”
Franchela Ulises says “not everyone looks the same just because they’re from the same country or culture.” Photo by Arizona Fashion Photographer
‘When people speak to me in English …’
Franchela is active on her personal and business social media networks. The entrepreneur shares her bold fashion sense and stories about her experiences as an Afro-Latina woman.
She often hears back from other Afro-Latinas who feel seen and heard. She hears from people who love her style and culture. But there’s hate, too. Like a recent racist comment on Tik Tok.
“They told me that I was too dark to be Dominican,” she says.
She faced the same old stereotypes. But she saw it as an opportunity to change the way people perceive Afro-Latinas like her.
“I get those comments a lot,” she says. “I use them to educate, because if that person was thinking it, I’m sure there are a hundred others who are thinking it too.”
Franchela uploaded a video with audio from the popular “Caso Cerrado” television show to her social media, using humor and language to talk about being Afro-Latina and proudly speaking Spanish.
She posted it with a banner in black and white: “When people speak to me in English, because they think I don’t speak Spanish.”
“Buenas tardes! No ‘afternoon’ or ‘hello’ here. Spanish is spoken here because this is a program in Spanish”, Franchela says with authority, a head tilt and a hard stare.
The Afro-Latina says there’s been progress over the years in education and action against racism. But there is still rampant “racism that gets swept under the rug.”
“The aggression that people of color [face] is not always so direct anymore, but it is indirect and it is racism all the same,” Franchela says. “It hurts, frustrates and makes you feel bad. It (racism) hasn’t gone away. But it could go away. It’s a matter of people with privilege not thinking they can just recognize our culture for just one month – these issues should be regularly exposed.”
Franchela has also dedicated herself to educating those who think that Afro-Latinos are not Latinos, so people learn to embrace the diversity of our (Latino) community.
Fighting for people’s rights and what she believes in is not new for Franchela. She studied criminology to help young people trapped in the U.S. justice system. She knows that the key to supporting people is to motivate and empower them so they don’t feel defeated.
That’s what Franchela is: A motivator who wants people to feel joyful about their identity and their culture.
A powerful leader who empowers others.
A woman who loves bold colors. All colors. A woman who loves her American and her Latina roots.
She’s Afro-Latina.
She’s ... a little bit of everything.
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Beatriz Limón is an independent journalist who served as a correspondent in Arizona and New Mexico for the international news agency EFE. She has a bachelor’s degree in communication science, is a professional photographer and a columnist for the newspaper El Imparcial.
Daniel Méndez is an award-winning editor/producer with more than 15 years of experience covering news in English and Spanish. He has worked with Telemundo and 12 News. His professional experience contributed to a better understanding of fair and comprehensive coverage of Latino communities, including collaborating on the production of bilingual stories that spawned 12 News en Español. | https://www.lehighvalleylive.com/palabra/2022/03/arizona-afro-latina-is-raising-awareness-of-her-culture-as-leader-for-female-empowerment.html | 2022-04-01T00:05:35Z |
Russia likely to escalate attacks despite setbacks: US intelligence officials
Russia is likely to escalate its military actions in Ukraine even as Russian President Vladimir Putin’s ability to maintain long-term influence over its neighbor remains unlikely, U.S. intelligence officials told lawmakers Tuesday.
“We assess Putin feels aggrieved the West does not give him proper deference and perceives this as a war he cannot afford to lose, but what he might be willing to accept as a victory may change over time given the significant costs he is incurring,” National Intelligence Director Avril Haines told lawmakers at the annual worldwide threats hearing.
The hearing continued the U.S. government’s practice of openly sharing its intelligence gathered on Putin’s thinking on Ukraine as a way of battling disinformation from the Russian government.
“While Putin probably anticipated many of the current sanctions to be imposed while he weighed the cost of the invasion, we judge that he did not anticipate either the degree to which the United States and its allies and partners would take steps to undermine his capacity to mitigate Western actions,” Haines said, including a strong response from the private sector in the U.S. and Europe.
“Nevertheless, our analysts assess that Putin is unlikely to be deterred by such setbacks and instead may escalate, essentially doubling down.”
U.S. officials said Russia has already sustained anywhere from 2,000 to 4,000 casualties as the invasion nears the two-week mark.
“Putin has commented privately and publicly over the years that he doesn’t believe Ukraine’s a real country. Well, he’s dead wrong about that. Real countries fight back, and that’s what the Ukrainians have done quite heroically over the last 12 days,” CIA Director Bill Burns told the committee.
“I think Putin is angry and frustrated right now. He’s likely to double down and try to grind down the Ukrainian military with no regard for civilian casualties,” he added.
“But the challenge that he faces, and this is the biggest question that’s hung over our analysis of his planning for months now … is he has no sustainable political end game in the face of what is going to continue to be fierce resistance from Ukrainians.”
The Hill has removed its comment section, as there are many other forums for readers to participate in the conversation. We invite you to join the discussion on Facebook and Twitter. | https://thehill.com/policy/international/597314-russia-likely-to-escalate-attacks-despite-setbacks-us-intelligence/ | 2022-04-01T00:05:35Z |
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The Alpine Meadows avalanche of 1982: How LiveCopter 3 was used to jump-start rescue efforts
Retired KCRA pilot Dann Shively recounts the hours and days following the infamous avalanche from his perspective in LiveCopter 3.
Retired KCRA pilot Dann Shively recounts the hours and days following the infamous avalanche from his perspective in LiveCopter 3.
Retired KCRA pilot Dann Shively recounts the hours and days following the infamous avalanche from his perspective in LiveCopter 3.
March 1982 was an epic month for snow in the Sierra. More than 15 feet of it piled up in one week near Donner Summit — that was on top of a base that was already 90 inches deep.
"All the skiers loved it and then all of sudden it became too much," said Dann Shively, a retired KCRA 3 pilot. "And the businesses up there were suffering too because people couldn't get up there."
By March 30, the snow was so unmanageable that even the ski resorts had to close to the public.
The next day, around 4 p.m., a loud boom rang out at the Alpine Meadows ski area and a huge slab of snow went barreling down the harsh terrain.
Shively remembers when the reports first started coming into the KCRA 3 newsroom.
"I think initially it was just another snow slide. And then all of a sudden the severity came into focus very quickly," Shively said.
The avalanche had swallowed the resort's main ski lodge and parking lot. More than a dozen people were trapped and the weather was only getting worse.
"When (the newsroom) said, 'Go up there,' I said, 'I don't think we can make it but I'll give it a try,'" Shively said.
Shively launched with LiveCopter 3 shortly after and managed to get into the valley near Alpine Meadows. But what he saw below surprised him.
"Nobody was down there. No rescue crews. It was virtually empty," Shively said.
The threat of more avalanches had rescue efforts on hold. Crews had gathered at the resort's entrance along Highway 89 but because of the weather, California Highway Patrol was unable to access the area to start avalanche control.
That's when Shively looked below and noticed that he was being signaled to land.
"As soon as we were on the ground, the ski patrol said we need to use your helicopter to dynamite the cornices," Shively said. "And so we popped the doors off, three ski patrol got in with a big bag of charges and we flew around the resort chucking out dynamite!"
Shively and LiveCopter 3 had been involved in some pretty unique situations before, but this one was definitely a first.
"I must have looked a little worried because at one point one of the ski patrol members said, 'It's OK. We've got a minute delay on the charges,'" Shively said.
After confirming that conditions were safe enough for rescuers, Shively landed LiveCopter 3 in Truckee. He and photographer Will Heryford were stuck there for several days as the snow and wind kept coming.
But LiveCopter 3 had already played its role. Eight people were recovered from the sea of snow, including Anna Conrad who miraculously survived after being buried for five days.
Another seven people died that day.
Tonight, exactly 40 years since the avalanche, a film highlighting the stories of members of the Alpine Meadows community is being shown at the resort. Proceeds from showings of the film are being donated to the American Avalanche Association to support education and research. | https://www.kcra.com/article/alpine-meadows-avalanche-1982-livecopter-3-rescue/39603073 | 2022-04-01T00:05:36Z |
Actress Tina Bursill, currently starring in Ensemble Theatre’s production of Love Letters, and next month as the ugly stepmother in Cinderella at Melbourne’s Regent Theatre, can sympathise with all NSW residents whose homes have been flooded.
The AACTA award-winning actress has been living in temporary accommodation in the Southern Highlands for the past six months since disaster struck her Bowral family home in the form of a burst water pipe.
“It wasn’t just the loss of the family home, but all the memories in my parents’ house,” says the former star of Prisoner, Doctor Doctor and Wentworth.
“Then having to go through everything and decipher what to keep – and what to discard – not to mention the smell of mould which no matter how much you wash never seems to go away.
“I have a huge place in my heart for all those people in northern NSW – I understand the heartache – even though the scale there is much worse,” she says.
Not only did she move from Bondi to the Southern Highlands last year, but she also had some health challenges recently and underwent breast surgery.
Bursill would be one of Australia’s best known female faces of the small screen. Which is why Denistone-based artist John Klein asked her to sit for his as a subject for this year’s Archibald Portrait Prize.
The two met at a Variety Club charity function at Chatswood Chase shopping centre, where Klein was working in marketing before he gave up his job to focus on his art. They spent several hours on a very hot Sydney day in his studio for the sitting, while he sketched her.
“I really wanted to show the blue of the sea that she loves and the sun and the sand from her time living in Bondi Beach before her move to Bowral,” says Klein.
“I also made her hair look windswept and wanted to include a piece of jewellery – a necklace that she has a special connection to and always wears,” he explains.
Bursill says:“The necklace was bestowed on me by one of Darlinghurst’s great characters who recently died. A woman called Elizabeth Burton who was a striptease artist who saw me at a time when I was undergoing a series of breast operations.”
“I met her at a wake and when she found out what I was going through she gave me the necklace with a turquoise stone from a Navajo Native American and including some crystals that belonged to her grandmother.
“She was aware of my vulnerability and took the necklace from around her neck and placed it on me. I always wear it now and treasure it,” she says.
“I tried to capture some of that vulnerability but also her strength in the painting,” says Klein, who admits he was nervous the first time he revealed the painting to Bursill.
“I was entranced by it straight away. I was able to see the brightness and my gaze – but I think he observed the longing in me,” Bursill says.
This week Klein was one of the hundreds of artists who personally delivered their entries in Australia’s best known portrait prize, which this year enters its 101st year.
As did Tony Costa, the 2019 winner for his portrait of Lindy Lee, who this year painted documentary photographer Roger Scott, in a sitting at Costa’s Strathfield studio.
“He’s a good friend and I was struck by his gentle, shy personality,” said Costa of his subject.
“I’m more interested in a person’s spirit and Roger has a strong spirit. He’s had some tragedy in his life and you can see it in his face, I tried to capture that.”
Costa, a 10-time Archibald finalist has been touring with the 2019 Archibald exhibition for the past two years, in between lockdowns, and one thing he learnt was how beloved the $100,000 art prize, named for the first editor of The Bulletin, J.F. Archibald, is.
“Everyone loves the Archibald. Artists usually choose to paint people who are special to them. It doesn’t have to be a celebrity, it can be your local garbo, as long as the person is special to the artist you will see it in the work,” he says.
‘It doesn’t have to be a celebrity, it can be your local garbo – as long as the person is special to the artist, you will see it in the work.’
2019 Archibald winner Tony Costa
Floods were a common theme among entrants this year, with artists such as Blak Douglas painting a picture of his friend Karla Dickens, from Lismore, wading in rainwater carrying leaky buckets.
For his entry in the Wynne Prize, Palm Beach photographer Paul Farrar painted an abstract painting of the Colo River, the area of the Hawkesbury along the Putty Road that regularly floods. Entitled Inner City Personal Landscape, Colo River Dawn #22, it recalled a flooded landscape, and even got wet from rain as he delivered it for judging.
The 2022 Archibald, Wynne and Sulman Prizes will be on display at the Art Gallery of NSW from May 14 until August 28, before touring to regional NSW and Victoria. The Archibald winner will be announced on May 13.
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Lime Kiln Theater announces schedule for 2022 Summer Concert Series
Lime Kiln Theater has announced its Summer 2022 concert schedule, which will run from May 21 through Oct. 8 and will feature nine shows.
Tickets are on sale now at limekilntheater.org.
Here is the full schedule:
- Saturday, May 21 – Aoife O’Donovan with The Wildmans
- Saturday, June 4 – Sierra Hull
- Saturday, June 18 – Madison Cunningham with Jordan Tice
- Saturday, July 2 – Chris Knight with John R. Miller
- Saturday, July 23 – Tim O’Brien
- Saturday, Aug. 27 – Dan Tyminski Band
- Saturday, Sept. 3 – Love Canon with Rob Ickes & Trey Hensley
- Saturday, Sept. 17 – The Milk Carton Kids with Kaia Kater
- Saturday, Oct. 8 – The Steel Wheels with Vivian Leva & Riley Calcagno
Lime Kiln Theater’s Summer Concert Series is sponsored by Orrison Tree & Landscape Services, J.F. Brown Real Estate, and Paradox Farm. Local and regional food, beer, wine, and cider will be available for purchase at all shows.
Lime Kiln Arts Inc. is a non-profit (501c3), operating at Lime Kiln Theater in Lexington, Virginia. It opened in 1984 and is rooted in and inspired by the magic of a natural, outdoor theater. Following a successful 2021 season, Lime Kiln is thrilled to present another annual series of live music and theater featuring local, regional, and national acts.
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DECORAH, Iowa – A Howard County man is sentenced for car theft in Winneshiek County.
Brandon Joseph Kimber, 23 of Cresco, pleaded guilty to second-degree theft and was ordered to spend five years in prison, with credit for time served. Kimber was also ordered to pay a $1,025 fine.
Investigators said Kimber stole a 2011 Dodge Avenger that had been left running to warm up outside The Fort bar in Fort Atkinson on November 3, 2021. The vehicle was recovered on November 8, 2021, near St. Lucas. Law enforcement found video evidence of Kimber driving the stolen vehicle.
Court documents state Kimber has 2018 convictions for operating a vehicle without the owner’s consent in Winneshiek and Howard counties and convictions for third-degree burglary of motor vehicles in Winneshiek, Howard, and Fayette counties. | https://www.kimt.com/news/cresco-man-sentenced-for-northeast-iowa-car-theft/article_2ec02286-b13c-11ec-a152-f74aaa2f42c4.html | 2022-04-01T00:05:36Z |
Harry Styles has shared a new song called “As It Was” from his next album Harry’s House. It’s the first single released from the pop artist’s third solo album. The track arrives with a vivid music video directed by Ukrainian filmmaker Tanu Muino. Check it out below.
“Directing a Harry Styles video was a bucket list dream come true for me as he’s my favorite performer,” Muino said of the “As It Was” visual in a press release. “Shooting him was bittersweet as it was one of the happiest days of my life, but on the second day of the shoot, my country Ukraine was invaded so you can imagine the insane emotions we had while shooting. Me and my team from Ukraine poured so much love into this video and you can see it on screen. It will be a music video I will never forget and now I can happily retire.”
According to a press release, Harry’s House is will include 13 tracks in total. The album was recorded in multiple locations across the UK, Los Angeles, and Tokyo between 2020 and 2021. Styles wrote the LP alongside frequent collaborators Kid Harpoon, Tyler Johnson, and Mitch Rowland.
Harry’s House follows Styles’ 2019 album Fine Line and the former One Direction singer’s 2017 full-length solo debut Harry Styles. He announced the new LP in March and revealed the cover art with the news. The title could allude to Joni Mitchell’s song “Harry’s House / Centerpiece” from her 1975 album The Hissing of Summer Lawns; Styles has long professed himself as a major fan of the singer-songwriter, covering her hit “Big Yellow Taxi” in 2020 and later during his NPR “Tiny Desk Concert.” Upon hearing the title of Styles’ next album, Mitchell’s official Twitter account responded with approval: “love the title.”
Styles is set to headline the return of Coachella in April, alongside Kanye West, Billie Eilish, and Swedish Mafia. He’ll follow that with a UK tour in June where Mitski will join him as an opener at select concerts.
Last year, Harry Styles won the 2021 Grammy Award for Best Pop Solo Performance thanks to his track “Watermelon Sugar.” He also got 2021 nods for Best Music Video (for “Adore You”) and Best Pop Vocal Album (for Fine Line).
In recent years, Styles has enjoyed collaborating with a wide range of artists. He kicked off the 2021 Grammys with a special live performance of “Watermelon Sugar” with Blood Orange, tapped Fleabag creator Phoebe Waller-Bridge to star alongside him in a black-and-white music video for his Fine Line song “Treat People With Kindness,” and he asked Rosalía to narrate the striking music video for his single “Adore You.” | https://pitchfork.com/news/harry-styles-shares-video-for-new-song-as-it-was-watch/ | 2022-04-01T00:05:36Z |
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MANSFIELD -- Richland County commissioners on Thursday approved spending $70,000 in American Rescue Plan Act funds to purchase a generator for the wastewater treatment plant lift station on Ohio 39 near Stewart Road.
The action came at the request of Richland County wastewater treatment Director Amanda Miller, who said the department has been periodically staging a portable generator at the station in Madison Township.
A wastewater lift station is a pump station designed to move wastewater, or sewage, from a lower to higher elevation, using a collection system.
These pump stations are often used to move wastewater from residential and commercial facilities to their final destination -- wastewater treatment plants.
"When circumstances happen that we have a power outage, or we have issues at the station leading to no power, we have sanitary overflows, which the EPA does not like that at all.
"So our objective was to try to get a generator put in at this location," Miller said.
She told commissioners the department has six large lift stations that do not have generators.
"We only have two portable generators and these stations are throughout the county. So sometimes it can be hard to have enough equipment to service everything when we have power outages in multiple locations.
She said the Ohio 39 lift station has had the most issues of all in recent months.
"We wanted to start with our first generator there," Miller said.
She had initially planned to spend $50,000 on the project from the wastewater treatment capital budget. Prices have increased since planning began and she had discussed the potential for ARPA funding.
County Administrator Andrew Keller said ARPA does include needed infrastructure improvements.
"That includes sewer infrastructure, which is what we are talking about here today," Keller said. "Honestly, I'm very supportive of it. I think it would benefit the sewer users and the wastewater operations."
Miller pointed out that using ARPA to pay for the work will save local taxpayer money.
"An improvement like this is a direct savings to county residents who are impacted by wastewater costs and fees. This is a cost that, by law, government would have to pass on to the user if the commissioners weren't prioritizing this ARPA money for this purpose.
"So it's gonna save Richland County residents some money on their sewer bills. In other words, it'll offset some of the costs so that we can hold rates under control," Keller said.
"Wastewater has a capital improvements projects fund. That's where this would've otherwise come out of. Of course, we have limited resources in the capital projects fund and we have a lot of prospective projects.
Commissioner Tony Vero spoke in favor of the ARPA usage.
"This is a way to utilize a small amount of the dollars we got on important infrastructure upgrade, which is, in my opinion, the intent. We're still keeping with our mission to find those big projects. But this is a very important appropriation from the wastewater department," he said.
Miller will seek bids for the project and expects it will take a year for it to arrive once ordered. | https://www.richlandsource.com/business/community_development/70-000-in-arpa-funds-approved-for-richland-county-wastewater-lift-station-project/article_c8f0be08-b10d-11ec-880c-878840d25df0.html | 2022-04-01T00:05:37Z |
KNOXVILLE, Tenn., March 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Institute for Advanced Composites Manufacturing Innovation® (IACMI) today announced Dale Brosius has been appointed interim chief executive officer effective April 1, 2022. Brosius will lead IACMI as it identifies a permanent CEO to succeed Dr. John Hopkins, who is stepping down after leading the organization for more than four years. IACMI is one of 16 Manufacturing USA innovation institutes created to secure U.S. global leadership in advanced manufacturing through large scale public-private collaboration on technology, supply chain and workforce development.
"Dale has been a foundational part of IACMI since its origins and brings proven experience, expertise, and stability to the IACMI leadership role," said Dr. Stacey S. Patterson, president of the University of Tennessee Research Foundation (UTRF). UTRF is the sole corporate member of Collaborative Composite Solutions Corporation, the non-profit organization which operates IACMI. "From our inception, and even prior to his being named chief commercialization officer in February 2015, Dale has played a key role establishing IACMI, growing and serving our consortium membership, and ensuring success in meeting our Department of Energy objectives."
As interim CEO, Dale will become responsible for the full scale of day-to-day operations of the institute. He will also continue in his roles as Chief Commercialization Officer, Executive Director of the IACMI Consortium, and chair of the IACMI Consortium Council.
With more than 30 years of industrial experience in the composites industry, Brosius' career has included positions at U.S.-based firms Dow Chemical Co., Fiberite and successor Cytec Industries Inc. At Fiberite and Cytec, he led key activities related to high performance carbon fiber prepreg-based components for aerospace and industrial markets, and managed thermoset molding compound businesses in the U.S. and France. Prior to joining IACMI, he led the establishment of European and U.S. operations for Australian-based composites manufacturer Quickstep Technologies. Brosius has a BS in chemical engineering from Texas A&M University and an MBA from the University of Phoenix.
Since 2015, IACMI has managed over 50 collaborative and industry led technical projects with greater than $150 million in research and development value. More than 15 new products are now commercially available and $400 million-plus has been invested in a broad system of open access facilities for demonstration at scale in eight states. IACMI has engaged more than 9,000 people in composites training and STEM outreach and placed more than 100 university interns with industry collaboration.
Through collaboration with industry, academia, and national laboratories, IACMI projects have demonstrated faster cycle times and lower costs for composite materials and structures, decreased carbon intensity, and increased recyclability of composites.
About IACMI – The Composites Institute
IACMI – The Composites Institute is a 130-plus member community of industry, universities, national laboratories, and federal, state, and local government agencies working together to accelerate advanced composites design, manufacturing, technical innovation, and workforce solutions to enable a cleaner and more sustainable, more secure, and more competitive U.S. economy. IACMI is managed by the Collaborative Composite Solutions Corporation (CCS), a not-for-profit organization established by The University of Tennessee Research Foundation. A Manufacturing USA institute, IACMI is supported by the U.S. Department of Energy's Advanced Manufacturing Office, as well as key state and industry partners. Visit www.iacmi.org and follow IACMI on LinkedIn, Twitter and Facebook.
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Pentair (NYSE:PNR – Get Rating) updated its first quarter 2022 earnings guidance on Thursday. The company provided earnings per share guidance of $0.800-$0.800 for the period, compared to the Thomson Reuters consensus earnings per share estimate of $0.810. The company issued revenue guidance of $926.51 million-$961.15 million, compared to the consensus revenue estimate of $952.87 million.Pentair also updated its FY 2022 guidance to $3.700-$3.800 EPS.
PNR traded down $2.21 during trading on Thursday, reaching $54.21. 1,495,465 shares of the company were exchanged, compared to its average volume of 1,430,553. The company’s 50-day moving average is $58.16 and its two-hundred day moving average is $67.92. The company has a market cap of $8.95 billion, a price-to-earnings ratio of 16.38, a P/E/G ratio of 1.42 and a beta of 1.16. The company has a quick ratio of 0.70, a current ratio of 1.24 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.37. Pentair has a 12-month low of $53.63 and a 12-month high of $80.40.
Pentair (NYSE:PNR – Get Rating) last announced its quarterly earnings data on Tuesday, February 1st. The industrial products company reported $0.87 EPS for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $0.85 by $0.02. Pentair had a return on equity of 24.73% and a net margin of 14.69%. The firm had revenue of $988.60 million for the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $942.67 million. During the same period in the prior year, the company earned $0.70 EPS. The company’s revenue was up 24.2% on a year-over-year basis. Equities analysts forecast that Pentair will post 3.73 earnings per share for the current year.
PNR has been the topic of a number of research analyst reports. Mizuho upgraded Pentair from an underperform rating to a neutral rating and boosted their target price for the stock from $60.00 to $62.00 in a research report on Friday, March 4th. StockNews.com began coverage on Pentair in a research note on Thursday. They issued a hold rating on the stock. Finally, Morgan Stanley lowered their target price on Pentair from $63.00 to $55.00 and set an underweight rating for the company in a report on Wednesday, February 2nd. Three equities research analysts have rated the stock with a sell rating, eight have issued a hold rating and seven have issued a buy rating to the stock. According to MarketBeat.com, the stock has a consensus rating of Hold and a consensus price target of $79.14.
Several institutional investors and hedge funds have recently modified their holdings of the company. Deutsche Bank AG lifted its holdings in shares of Pentair by 4.0% during the fourth quarter. Deutsche Bank AG now owns 1,577,054 shares of the industrial products company’s stock worth $115,173,000 after buying an additional 60,038 shares in the last quarter. Morgan Stanley grew its position in Pentair by 9.5% in the second quarter. Morgan Stanley now owns 627,869 shares of the industrial products company’s stock valued at $42,377,000 after acquiring an additional 54,495 shares during the last quarter. Parametric Portfolio Associates LLC grew its position in Pentair by 1.4% in the fourth quarter. Parametric Portfolio Associates LLC now owns 540,288 shares of the industrial products company’s stock valued at $39,457,000 after acquiring an additional 7,688 shares during the last quarter. California State Teachers Retirement System grew its position in Pentair by 1.9% in the fourth quarter. California State Teachers Retirement System now owns 305,839 shares of the industrial products company’s stock valued at $22,335,000 after acquiring an additional 5,628 shares during the last quarter. Finally, Barclays PLC boosted its stake in shares of Pentair by 1.5% during the fourth quarter. Barclays PLC now owns 238,575 shares of the industrial products company’s stock valued at $17,423,000 after purchasing an additional 3,414 shares in the last quarter. 87.33% of the stock is owned by institutional investors.
Pentair Company Profile (Get Rating)
Pentair plc provides various water solutions worldwide. It operates through Consumer Solutions; and Industrial & Flow Technologies segments. The Consumer Solutions segment designs, manufactures, and sells residential and commercial pool equipment and accessories, including pumps, filters, heaters, lights, automatic controls, automatic cleaners, maintenance equipment, and pool accessories for residential and commercial pool maintenance, repair, renovation, service, and construction applications; and water treatment products and systems comprising pressure tanks, control valves, activated carbon products, conventional filtration products, and point-of-entry and point-of-use systems for the use in residential whole home water filtration, drinking water filtration, and water softening solutions, as well as in commercial total water management and filtration in foodservice operations.
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Shares of Mandalay Resources Corp. (TSE:MND – Get Rating) crossed above its two hundred day moving average during trading on Tuesday . The stock has a two hundred day moving average of C$2.49 and traded as high as C$3.30. Mandalay Resources shares last traded at C$3.22, with a volume of 35,271 shares.
Separately, BMO Capital Markets reaffirmed a “buy” rating and set a C$4.50 price objective on shares of Mandalay Resources in a report on Friday, February 18th.
The stock has a 50-day simple moving average of C$2.77 and a 200 day simple moving average of C$2.50. The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 28.18, a current ratio of 1.46 and a quick ratio of 0.98. The company has a market capitalization of C$292.73 million and a PE ratio of 4.34.
In other news, Director Abraham Jonker sold 33,300 shares of the company’s stock in a transaction on Monday, March 14th. The stock was sold at an average price of C$3.25, for a total value of C$108,225.00. Following the sale, the director now directly owns 118,794 shares in the company, valued at C$386,080.50.
Mandalay Resources Company Profile (TSE:MND)
Mandalay Resources Corporation, a natural resource company, engages in the acquisition, exploration, extraction, processing, and reclamation of various mineral properties. It explores for gold, silver, and antimony deposits. The company holds a 100% interest in the Costerfield gold-antimony mine covering an area of 7,540.78 hectares (ha) located in Central Victoria, Australia; and the Bjorkdal gold mine that comprises 9 mining concessions and 19 exploration permits located in Vasterbotten County in northern Sweden.
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EIGHT AFL legends will be drafted to local footy clubs around Victoria – including Dalyston.
The Carlton Draft will help local clubs get back on their feet after the toughest period in recent memory, bringing together Victorian communities and encouraging them to come and support local footy.
The winning local clubs span across Victoria and will enthusiastically welcome the retired AFL players as they take the field alongside the local legends who play every week.
The campaign sparked incredible interest when it launched a month ago and saw more than 500 clubs nominated. The final eight clubs were selected in conjunction by Carlton Draught and the AFL on hardship grounds and in line with the campaign’s aim to support grassroots footy where it was most needed.
The eight selected clubs are:
- Dalyston Football Netball Club – West Gippsland Football Netball Competition.
- Campbells Creek Football Netball Club – Maryborough Castlemaine District Football Netball League.
- Nhill & District Sporting Club – Wimmera Football League.
- North Wangaratta Football Netball Club – Ovens and King Football League.
- Portarlington Football Club – Bellarine Football league.
- Branxholme Wallacedale Football Club – South West District Football Netball League
- Longwood Football Netball Club – Kyabram District Football Netball League.
- Gormandale Football Netball Club – North Gippsland Football League.
The Carlton Draft playing pool includes over 2300 games of AFL experience, with each player coming out of retirement for one unforgettable match in 2022.
The Carlton Draft playing pool includes:
- Four-time premiership Hawk Jarryd Roughead.
- Four-time Goal of the Year winner Eddie Betts.
- 2010 Collingwood Premiership player Dale Thomas.
- Recently retired Demon and 300 gamer Nathan Jones.
- Two-time All Australian Brendon Goddard.
- 2017 Richmond Premiership player and five-time All Australian Alex Rance.
- 407 game superstar and four-time Premiership player Shaun Burgoyne.
- Three-time premiership player Cam Mooney.
It will be a nervous wait for clubs ahead of draft night on Wednesday, April 27, which will be broadcast live on FOX FOOTY. The draft order and how it’s determined will be revealed on the night.
Four-time Premiership Hawk, Jarryd Roughead said: “For the lucky eight clubs selected to have the opportunity to draft a former AFL legend will be a sight to behold for the local community and all of us draftees can’t wait to play a role in bringing the spark back to local footy.
“I would love to go as high as possible in the draft but regardless of when my name is called, I can’t wait to meet my new teammates, pull the boots on and rally the local community together.”
Head of AFL Victoria, Ben Kavenagh said: “Community football is the lifeblood of our game and ensuring local clubs and leagues bounce back after two incredibly challenging years for grassroots sport in our state is a major focus in 2022.
“I would like to thank Carlton Draught for backing community football in such a significant way, at a time when support for players, coaches, umpires, volunteers and the clubs they’re part of has never been more important. What a fantastic response with hundreds of community football clubs entering the competition, which shows how much football means to so many Victorians.”
Carlton Draught Marketing Manager, Zac Gelman said: “We would like to thank all clubs that took the time to nominate for The Carlton Draft and congratulate the lucky eight clubs that have been selected.
“The selected clubs have unfortunately been struggling, like so many clubs over the last couple of years and we can’t wait for The Carlton Draft to help them get back on their feet.” | https://sgst.com.au/2022/04/dalyston-to-welcome-an-afl-legend-for-one-match/ | 2022-04-01T00:05:37Z |
What is the Sephora Savings Event?
Beauty deals are blooming this season, and starting April 1, you can pick up your favorite makeup, fragrance and skin care products at deep discounts during the Sephora Spring Savings Event.
As usual, the event is exclusive to Beauty Insiders. Depending on their status, they receive up to 20% off their purchases. That’s not all, either. The entire Sephora collection, which now consists of over 350 products, also will be 30% off for Beauty Insiders. And between these deals and other offers, it’s a good idea to brush up on the event’s details and start adding products to your cart so you can check out before they sell out.
What is the Sephora Spring Savings Event?
When is the Sephora Sales Event?
The Sephora Spring Savings Event kicks off April 1 at 11:59 p.m. PST and runs through April 11. It’s Sephora’s first major sales event following Valentine’s Day, and because it falls right before Easter and Mother’s Day, many Beauty Insiders are taking the opportunity to shop early and snag deals on gifts.
What is a Sephora Beauty Insider?
Like many other Sephora events, the Spring Savings Event is exclusive to Beauty Insiders. If you’re not sure what a Beauty Insider is, it refers to members of Sephora’s rewards program, which unlocks access to special promotions and deals. It also gives birthday perks, bonus points throughout the year and free shipping eligibility. And the more you spend at Sephora as a Beauty Insider, the more you’ll save — including during the Spring Savings Event.
How to become a Sephora Beauty Insider
It’s easy to become a Beauty Insider and take advantage of the Spring Savings Event. When you join today for free, you automatically earn Insider status. When you spend $350 annually, you’ll hit VIB, and when you spend $1,000 in a year, you’re promoted to Rouge.
The different levels also play a role in your access to Sephora’s Spring Sales Event, both in terms of how much you save and how early you can access deals:
- Rouge: Rouge members get 20% and get early access to the event starting April 1.
- VIB: VIB members get 15% off from April 5-11.
- Insider: Insiders receive 10% off from April 4-7.
What is on sale for the Sephora sales event?
Most products at Sephora are eligible for Spring Savings Event discounts, ranging from Drunk Elephant skin care to Dyson hair tools. The entire Sephora collection, which includes best-selling brushes and affordable eyeshadow palettes, is on sale for 30%. Other deals and promotions may go live during the event, but Sephora has yet to reveal what those are.
Best products to pick up during the Sephora Spring Savings Event
Marc Jacobs Daisy Eau De Toilette
A popular spring scent, the best-selling Marc Jacobs fragrance features fruity and floral notes, including succulent wild berries and velvety jasmine.
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Fenty Beauty By Rihanna Gloss Bomb Universal Lip Luminizer
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Officers shot in the City of Lebanon on Forest Street
Officials report that at least three people, including police officers, were involved in a shooting on Forest Street Thursday afternoon.
Individuals in the area were taken to local hospitals, officials have not released their names or their conditions.
Officials have reported that a press conference will be held later this evening.
This is a developing story. Check back for updates.
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Oreo maker Mondelez says Ukrainian biscuit factory suffered 'significant damage'
By Jessica DiNapoli
NEW YORK, March 31 (Reuters) - Oreo cookie maker Mondelez International Inc said its plant in Trostyanets, a town in eastern Ukraine, has suffered "significant damage" because of military action due to the war.
The company added that to the best of its knowledge, no employees were injured in the attack. The Oreo plant - one of at least two Mondelez factories in Ukraine, according to Mondelez employees - was closed as soon as the war began, Mondelez said in an emailed statement. Russia invaded Ukraine over a month ago in what it calls a "special operation".
The United States assessed this week that Ukrainian forces have taken back Trostyanets from Russia.
Mondelez, which makes Milka chocolate and other locally-branded biscuits in Europe, said telecommunications outages in the Trostyanets area have made it challenging to reach all of its employees. The company is also working with Ukrainian authorities to resupply water and power to the area and is donating wheat and sugar to local non-governmental organizations.
It is too soon to tell what the next steps will be for the plant, Mondelez said.
Facing pressure to leave Russia in March, the Chicago-based snack manufacturer said it would scale back "non-essential activities" there while helping maintain food supply. CEO Dirk Van de Put condemned the aggression and called for an end to the war in a memo on the company's website.
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GARY — Seven children ranging in age from 1 to 15 years were removed from a house where a fatal overdose victim had bought narcotics earlier this year, police said.
At about 7:30 a.m. Wednesday, the Lake County Sheriff's Department's Drug Task Force and SWAT Team executed a narcotics search warrant at a house in the 600 block of West 41st Avenue, Lake County Sheriff Oscar Martinez Jr. said.
Officers confiscated two handguns along with narcotics including heroin, crack cocaine, oxycodone and marijuana from the home, which had been identified as the location where a fatal overdose victim bought drugs in February, Martinez said.
The Lake County Sheriff's Department Special Victims Unit and Indiana Child Protective Services (CPS) were contacted and arrived to take custody of seven children, Martinez said.
By Thursday, three children had been released to their parents and four remained in CPS custody.
Officers arrested two of the home's residents, Jeffrey Howard Jr., 30; and Cheryl Hollins, 58, Martinez said. Both may face charges including possession and dealing of a controlled substance and child neglect, and are being held at the Lake County Jail, Martinez said.
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Some of the children are Hollins' grandchildren, Martinez said, while others are nieces and nephews.
Gallery: Recent arrests booked into Lake County Jail
Damon Wilson
Age : 49
Residence: Merrillville, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202252
Arrest Date: March 24, 2022
Offense Description: THEFT; ROBBERY
Highest Offense Class: Felonies
April Van Richardson
Age : 61
Residence: Phoenix, IL
Booking Number(s): 2202243
Arrest Date: March 24, 2022
Offense Description: THEFT
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Steven Powell
Age : 48
Residence: East Chicago, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202237
Arrest Date: March 24, 2022
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Dante Palm
Age : 42
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202251
Arrest Date: March 24, 2022
Offense Description: ROBBERY; RESISTING
Highest Offense Class: Felonies
Tyeasha King
Age : 29
Residence: Chicago, IL
Booking Number(s): 2202242
Arrest Date: March 24, 2022
Offense Description: FRAUD - COUNTERFEITING AND APPLICATION FRAUD
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Quinn Jackson
Age : 31
Residence: Chicago, IL
Booking Number(s): 2202235
Arrest Date: March 24, 2022
Offense Description: FRAUD - DECEPTION - IDENTITY
Highest Offense Class: Felony
David Littleton
Age : 26
Residence: Lake Station, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202260
Arrest Date: March 25, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Davanta Jackson
Age : 39
Residence: East Chicago, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202238
Arrest Date: March 24, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Joseph Hollis
Age : 46
Residence: Whiting, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202247
Arrest Date: March 24, 2022
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Darwin Gamez Del Cid
Age : 33
Residence: Chicago, IL
Booking Number(s): 2202241
Arrest Date: March 24, 2022
Offense Description: CHILD MOLESTATION - STATUTORY RAPE
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Edward Hodor Jr.
Age : 52
Residence: Schererville, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202258
Arrest Date: March 25, 2022
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Lavette Hazelett
Age : 36
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202254
Arrest Date: March 24, 2022
Offense Description: BATTERY
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Paul Blankenship Jr.
Age : 28
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202250
Arrest Date: March 24, 2022
Offense Description: BURGLARY
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Adam Butts
Age : 42
Residence: Cedar Lake, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202257
Arrest Date: March 24, 2022
Offense Description: BATTERY - AGGRAVATED - STRANGULATION
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Michael Cozart Sr.
Age : 42
Residence: Lake Station, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202263
Arrest Date: March 25, 2022
Offense Description: BATTERY
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Michael Bissonette
Age : 32
Residence: Crown Point, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202244
Arrest Date: March 24, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Luis Ayala
Age : 26
Residence: Country Side, IL
Booking Number(s): 2202239
Arrest Date: March 24, 2022
Offense Description: THEFT - MOTOR VEHICLE
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Kendra Windom
Age : 36
Residence: Kokomo, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202225
Arrest Date: March 23, 2022
Offense Description: BATTERY
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Cieara Smith
Age : 36
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202213
Arrest Date: March 23, 2022
Offense Description: POSSESSION - COCAINE OR NARCOTIC DRUG
Highest Offense Class: Felony
2202213
Chad Steapleton
Age : 27
Residence: Crown Point, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202230
Arrest Date: March 24, 2022
Offense Description: BATTERY
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Marcel Young
Age : 42
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202216
Arrest Date: March 23, 2022
Offense Description: THEFT - MOTOR VEHICLE
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Rodrigo Ramirez
Age : 70
Residence: Lake Station, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202218
Arrest Date: March 23, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
DeAnglo McGee
Age : 30
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202221
Arrest Date: March 23, 2022
Offense Description: THEFT - MOTOR VEHICLE
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Daminion Green Jr.
Age : 18
Residence: East Chicago, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202209
Arrest Date: March 23, 2022
Offense Description: HOMICIDE - MURDER
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Victoria Hopper
Age : 51
Residence: Valparaiso, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202219
Arrest Date: March 23, 2022
Offense Description: THEFT - MOTOR VEHICLE
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Prestina Garth
Age : 23
Residence: Indianapolis, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202222
Arrest Date: March 23, 2022
Offense Description: BATTERY - AGAINST LAW ENFORCEMENT OR PUBLIC SAFETY OFFICIAL
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Alyson Drozynski
Age : 28
Residence: Crown Point, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202229
Arrest Date: March 24, 2022
Offense Description: BATTERY
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Kevin Dyer
Age : 51
Residence: Mishawaka, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202217
Arrest Date: March 23, 2022
Offense Description: HABITUAL TRAFFIC OFFENDER
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Aaliyah Collins
Age : 20
Residence: Hammond, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202211
Arrest Date: March 23, 2022
Offense Description: HOMICIDE - MURDER
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Terrance Billingslea
Age : 36
Residence: Chicago, IL
Booking Number(s): 2202228
Arrest Date: March 24, 2022
Offense Description: DEALING - COCAINE OR NARCOTIC DRUG
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Charles Bishop III
Age : 55
Residence: Munster, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202227
Arrest Date: March 23, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Clyde De La Paz Jr.
Age : 32
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202210
Arrest Date: March 23, 2022
Offense Description: SEX OFFENDER REGISTRATION VIOLATION
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Antquane Thomas
Age : 36
Residence: Portage, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202186
Arrest Date: March 22, 2022
Offense Description: POSSESSION - METHAMPHETAMINE; OWI
Highest Offense Class: Felonies
Antonio Torres
Age : 26
Residence: Paxton, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202184
Arrest Date: March 22, 2022
Offense Description: THEFT
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Nicholas Rivera
Age : 27
Residence: Hammond, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202187
Arrest Date: March 22, 2022
Offense Description: NEGLECT OF DEPENDANT/CHILD VIOLATIONS
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Isaac Reyes
Age : 25
Residence: Lake Station, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202182
Arrest Date: March 22, 2022
Offense Description: THEFT - MOTOR VEHICLE
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Scott Pufahl
Age : 33
Residence: Highland, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202183
Arrest Date: March 22, 2022
Offense Description: BURGLARY
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Eddie Jones
Age : 52
Residence: Riverdale, IL
Booking Number(s): 2202191
Arrest Date: March 22, 2022
Offense Description: THEFT
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Neal Heard Jr.
Age : 33
Residence: Lake Geneva, WI
Booking Number(s): 2202188
Arrest Date: March 22, 2022
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Jason Harvell
Age : 19
Residence: Calumet City, IL
Booking Number(s): 2202204
Arrest Date: March 23, 2022
Offense Description: RESISTING
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Lloyd Grant III
Age : 51
Residence: East Chicago, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202197
Arrest Date: March 22, 2022
Offense Description: RESISTING
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Johvon Harris
Age : 20
Residence: East Chicago, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202180
Arrest Date: March 22, 2022
Offense Description: INT-THREATEN ANOTHER W/INTENT THEY ENGAGE IN CONDUCT AGAINST WILL
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Quantanea Cribbs
Age : 34
Residence: Chicago, IL
Booking Number(s): 2202207
Arrest Date: March 23, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Helen Gagliano
Age : 61
Residence: Dyer, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202195
Arrest Date: March 22, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Adamaris Collazo
Age : 33
Residence: Danbury, CT
Booking Number(s): 2202203
Arrest Date: March 23, 2022
Offense Description: ROBBERY
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Orlando Burgos
Age : 30
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202194
Arrest Date: March 22, 2022
Offense Description: HOMICIDE - MURDER
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Hannah Wilkinson
Age : 25
Residence: Oxford, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202151
Arrest Date: March 21, 2022
Offense Description: POSSESS HYPODERMIC SYRINGE OR NEEDLE
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Glen Taylor
Age : 50
Residence: Whiting, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202170
Arrest Date: March 21, 2022
Offense Description: BATTERY
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Michael Schaeffer
Age : 24
Residence: Portage, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202158
Arrest Date: March 21, 2022
Offense Description: POSSESSION - COCAINE OR NARCOTIC DRUG
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Justin Ostrowski
Age : 35
Residence: Hobart, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202161
Arrest Date: March 21, 2022
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Adrian Padilla
Age : 27
Residence: Chicago, IL
Booking Number(s): 2202149
Arrest Date: March 21, 2022
Offense Description: DEALING - COCAINE OR NARCOTIC DRUG
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Caius Martius Garcia
Age : 31
Residence: Bellingham, WA
Booking Number(s): 2202150
Arrest Date: March 21, 2022
Offense Description: CHILD MOLESTATION - STATUTORY RAPE
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Kevin Johnson
Age : 40
Residence: Springfield, IL
Booking Number(s): 2202162
Arrest Date: March 21, 2022
Offense Description: BATTERY - AGGRAVATED - W/PERMANENT INJURY OR DISFIGUREMENT
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Gerald Dulsky
Age : 60
Residence: Schererville, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202171
Arrest Date: March 21, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Bradley Fastabend
Age : 34
Residence: Schererville, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202157
Arrest Date: March 21, 2022
Offense Description: BATTERY - AGAINST LAW ENFORCEMENT OR PUBLIC SAFETY OFFICIAL
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Tyler Harris
Age : 29
Residence: Hammond, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202174
Arrest Date: March 22, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
James Collins
Age : 40
Residence: Lake Station, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202156
Arrest Date: March 21, 2022
Offense Description: RESISTING LAW ENFORCEMENT - FORCIBLY RESISTING
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Jonathan Corbin
Age : 36
Residence: Hammond, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202155
Arrest Date: March 21, 2022
Offense Description: POSSESSION - COCAINE OR NARCOTIC DRUG
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Kentrae Butler
Age : 35
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202159
Arrest Date: March 21, 2022
Offense Description: POSSESSION - COCAINE OR NARCOTIC DRUG
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Maegan Bodie
Age : 32
Residence: Lake Village, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202167
Arrest Date: March 21, 2022
Offense Description: POSSESS HYPODERMIC SYRINGE OR NEEDLE
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Henry Arsenault
Age : 58
Residence: Chicago, IL
Booking Number(s): 2202165
Arrest Date: March 21, 2022
Offense Description: POSSESS HYPODERMIC SYRINGE OR NEEDLE
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Isedra Brooks
Age : 28
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202164
Arrest Date: March 21, 2022
Offense Description: HOMICIDE - MURDER
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Natalie Anderson
Age : 37
Residence: Chicago, IL
Booking Number(s): 2202163
Arrest Date: March 21, 2022
Offense Description: FRAUD - DECEPTION - IDENTITY
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Calvin Williams
Age : 34
Residence: Merrillville, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202140
Arrest Date: March 20, 2022
Offense Description: RESISTING
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Sergio Villa-Alvarado
Age : 27
Residence: Lake Station, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202130
Arrest Date: March 20, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Adam Trybunia
Age : 53
Residence: Dyer, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202129
Arrest Date: March 20, 2022
Offense Description: BATTERY - AGAINST LAW ENFORCEMENT OR PUBLIC SAFETY OFFICIAL
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Etor Segura
Age : 60
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202139
Arrest Date: March 20, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Ronald Posey
Age : 34
Residence: Chicago, IL
Booking Number(s): 2202117
Arrest Date: March 20, 2022
Offense Description: CONFINEMENT; BATTERY - AGGRAVATED - STRANGULATION
Highest Offense Class: Felonies
Josephine Lopez
Age : 29
Residence: Highland, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202143
Arrest Date: March 21, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Aaron Caylor
Age : 39
Residence: Hobart, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202135
Arrest Date: March 20, 2022
Offense Description: RESISTING
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Troy Clark
Age : 22
Residence: Valparaiso, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202123
Arrest Date: March 20, 2022
Offense Description: RESISTING; MOTOR VEHICLE THEFT
Highest Offense Class: Felonies
Joshua Davis
Age : 30
Residence: Bolingbrook, IL
Booking Number(s): 2202144
Arrest Date: March 21, 2022
Offense Description: THEFT
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Demetric Hunter
Age : 36
Residence: Dixmoor, IL
Booking Number(s): 2202116
Arrest Date: March 20, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Daniel Beasley
Age : 29
Residence: Chicago, IL
Booking Number(s): 2202142
Arrest Date: March 21, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Troy Carrington
Age : 52
Residence: Merrillville, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202138
Arrest Date: March 20, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Damian Bannister
Age : 43
Residence: Hammond, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202128
Arrest Date: March 20, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Leonardo Washington
Age : 39
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202105
Arrest Date: March 20, 2022
Offense Description: RECKLESS SUPERVISION OF A CHILD - FAMILY OFFENSE; RESISTING LAW ENFORCEMENT - VEHICLE
Highest Offense Class: Felonies
Matthew Popplewell
Age : 47
Residence: Hammond, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202084
Arrest Date: March 19, 2022
Offense Description: DEALING - COCAINE OR NARCOTIC DRUG
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Mario Soriano Jr.
Age : 26
Residence: Hammond, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202103
Arrest Date: March 20, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Donovan Parker
Age : 18
Residence: Richton Park, IL
Booking Number(s): 2202079
Arrest Date: March 19, 2022
Offense Description: WEAPON - ALTERATION - GUN SERIAL NUMBER
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Cody Huseman
Age : 33
Residence: Lake Station, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202106
Arrest Date: March 20, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Randy Lowe
Age : 30
Residence: Lowell, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202101
Arrest Date: March 19, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Candace Hogeveen
Age : 57
Residence: Cedar Lake, IN
Booking Number(s): 2202091
Arrest Date: March 19, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
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GLENDALE, Ariz. (AP) — The pain was sharp and familiar. It reminded David Price of where he has been. It also told him he still might be able to be the pitcher the Los Angeles Dodgers thought they had nearly 26 months ago.
Price’s quiet spring began the way others have in the five-time All-Star’s 13-year career: His left elbow hurt after his first live batting practice a couple of weeks ago, and he knew the resumption of an old routine was underway.
“Always the elbow,’’ Price said. “It happens every year, all the way back to 2010. Now, everything feels good – arm, elbow and shoulder.’’
It was good enough to impress Dodgers manager Dave Roberts and anybody else who watched Price make his first spring appearance against Cleveland on Wednesday night. The left-hander worked only an inning, but he had two strikeouts and was clocked at 93 mph.
In an abbreviated camp, it wasn’t enough to determine his role. It did remind the Dodgers that Price is still in the mix.
From starter to bullpen, Price’s role with the Dodgers has been uncertain since they acquired the 2012 American League Cy Young Award winner from the Boston Red Sox in a three-team deal that included right-fielder Mookie Betts in February 2020.
Price didn’t pitch at all that year, opting out because of concerns about COVID-19. In 2021, he bounced between the starting rotation and the bullpen with 11 starts and 28 appearances as a reliever. His overall ERA was 4.03.
He arrived at camp in mid-March ready to do anything. Then Roberts mentioned him as a possible starter.
“I’m preparing that way, yeah,” said Price, who is in the final year of a seven-year, $217 million contract. “I think it’d be silly of me to prepare to be a reliever if I’m asked to start. So, I’m preparing to be a starter until otherwise.”
Otherwise looks to be the case. Roberts projects his starting rotation will be Walker Buehler, Julio Urias, Clayton Kershaw, Andrew Heaney and Tony Gonsolin. He cautioned that nothing is set in stone, mostly because pitchers were limited in a camp cut short by major league baseball’s lockout.
The Dodgers signed career starter Tyler Anderson in mid-March, just in case. As for Price, Roberts said: “I just think that David, right now, is not an option in the sense of, he’s not built up. It just doesn’t seem feasible right now.”
The 36-year-old left-hander could still have an immediate role, like one inning in relief early in the season, Roberts said, and moving up to multiple innings as he gets stronger.
“I’m confident in David in any role,’’ Roberts said. “I like his versatility. The role doesn’t matter. It’s just knowing that he’s going to pitch valuable innings in whatever role.”
NOTES
Cody Bellinger took batting practice Thursday on the minor-league side of the Dodgers’ camp. The 2019 National League MVP is 4 for 27 with 17 strikeouts this spring.
“I wouldn’t say I’m alarmed,’’ Roberts said. “I think ‘progressing’ is the word. We’ve got to continue to log at-bats to make him feel as comfortable as possible when the season starts.’’
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Shares of ResMed Inc.
RMD,
-2.61%
slid 2.61% to $242.51 Thursday, on what proved to be an all-around grim trading session for the stock market, with the S&P 500 Index
SPX,
-1.57%
falling 1.57% to 4,530.41 and Dow Jones Industrial Average
DJIA,
-1.56%
falling 1.56% to 34,678.35. The stock's fall snapped a three-day winning streak. ResMed Inc. closed $58.83 short of its 52-week high ($301.34), which the company achieved on September 9th.
The stock underperformed when compared to some of its competitors Thursday, as Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc.
TMO,
-0.76%
fell 0.76% to $590.65, Medtronic PLC
MDT,
-0.55%
fell 0.55% to $110.95, and Koninklijke Philips N.V. ADR
PHG,
-2.40%
fell 2.40% to $30.53. Trading volume (796,012) eclipsed its 50-day average volume of 642,417.
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1344341 B.C. LTD. - Early Warning News Release
This press release is issued pursuant to the National Instrument 62-103 - The Early Warning System and Related Take-Over Bid and Insider Reporting Issues.
VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA, March 31, 2022 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Shimcity Inc. (“Shimcity”) and 2657456 Ontario Inc. (“265”) (collectively, the “Acquirors”) announce that they acquired, directly and indirectly, 18 common shares (“Common Shares”) and 18 Common Shares, respectively, of 1344341 B.C. Ltd. (the “Company”) pursuant to a court-approved plan of arrangement (the “Arrangement”) carried out under the provisions of the Business Corporations Act (British Columbia) by 1319741 B.C. Ltd. (“741 BC”). The Arrangement has resulted in the shareholders of 741 BC holding shares in seven new companies: 1344340 B.C. Ltd., 1344342 B.C. Ltd., 1344343 B.C. Ltd., 1344344 B.C. Ltd., 1344345 B.C. Ltd., and 1344346 B.C. Ltd. and the Company (collectively, the “New Companies”). Each of the New Companies is now an unlisted reporting issuer in the provinces of British Columbia and Alberta.Pursuant to the Arrangement, each of the issued and outstanding common shares of 741 BC was exchanged for one new 741 BC common share and seven new classes of reorganization shares. The reorganization shares were then transferred by the shareholders of 741 BC, including the Acquirors, to each of the New Company in exchange for common shares of the New Companies on a 1:1 basis. In addition, each of the New Companies received $5,000 in working capital from 741 BC.
Following the Arrangement, Shimcity owns and controls 18 Common Shares of the Company, which represents 50% of the Common Shares outstanding following completion of the Arrangement and 265 owns 18 Common Shares of the Company, which represents 50% of the Common Shares outstanding following completion of the Arrangement. Prior to the Arrangement, the Acquirors owned no shares of the Company.
The Acquirors are shareholders of 741 BC and the securities of the Company were acquired as part of the Arrangement. The Common Shares were acquired by each Acquiror for investment purposes in connection with the Arrangement. In the future, each Acquiror may evaluate its investment in the Company from time to time and may, depending on various factors including, without limitation, the Company’s financial position, the price levels of the Common Shares, conditions in the securities markets and general economic and industry conditions, the Company’s business or financial condition, and other factors and conditions that each Acquiror may deem appropriate, increase, decrease or change its ownership over the Common Shares or other securities of the Company.
An early warning report pursuant to the requirements of applicable securities laws will be issued by each of the Acquirors and will be posted to SEDAR at www.sedar.com and available on request at the number below.
For further information, including a copy of the early warning report required under applicable Canadian securities laws to be filed by each of the Acquirors as a result of the Arrangement referred to in this press release, please contact Shimmy Posen at 416-869-1234.
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The Delaware River Joint Toll Bridge Commission said Thursday it supports Phillipsburg’s proposal to make the free bridge one-way toward Easton, in hopes of alleviating traffic backups on the New Jersey side during an ongoing rehabilitation project.
In the meantime, the commission directed its contractor on the $15.5 million project to immediately lift the lane closure in place since the project began March 16 on the bridge. That will allow for normal three-lane traffic flow (two lanes westbound to Easton and one eastbound to Phillipsburg). However this is only a temporary solution, the commission noted.
“This interim measure can only be utilized until the painting containment system is put in place, at which point the bridge will return to two available travel lanes 24/7 until the work within the containment area is completed,” bridge commission Executive Director Joseph Resta wrote Thursday to Phillipsburg Mayor Todd Tersigni in response to town officials’ concerns about the traffic backups.
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation has to sign off on the traffic-flow change and has asked that all other feasible options for easing congestion be investigated before approving the eastbound detour onto the Route 22 Toll Bridge.
“We’re only being involved because traffic signal permit changes may be needed, and also they would need our approval to use any portion of State road as a detour,” local PennDOT spokesman Sean Brown told lehighvalleylive.com Thursday. “After being contacted by the design engineers, we indicated all other options than detouring should be explored first, but we did indicate we would be amenable to a detour if that is the determined outcome of the analysis.”
Phillipsburg officials spoke March 21 with bridge commission representatives about their concerns that traffic backing up for nearly a mile through town could hinder emergency response times along South Main and North Main and Broad streets. Town Attorney Rich Wenner followed up with a letter laying out the concerns March 23.
Numerous options were discussed between the town and the commission, although at the commission’s request March 21, Wenner omitted in his letter the town’s proposal to make the free bridge one-way to Easton. The one-way change would permit toll-free travel over both the free bridge and Route 22 bridge spanning the Delaware River since tolls are charged on the highway only to enter Pennsylvania.
Tersigni in a March 29 letter to the bridge commission put the one-way westbound free bridge proposal in writing, following a meeting between the Phillipsburg mayor; town Councilman Keith Kennedy, a retired engineer who spent 36 years with the New Jersey Department of Corrections; and Easton Mayor Sal Panto Jr.
“In his letter, Mayor Tersigni recounted a meeting with Easton Mayor Panto and represented that Mayor Panto was supportive of Phillipsburg’s request to have the bridge carry only two westbound travel lanes with eastbound traffic detoured within Easton to Route 22 for travel into NJ,” Resta wrote to Phillipsburg officials Thursday. “The Commission is supportive of designating two lanes on the bridge for westbound traffic only and detouring eastbound traffic within Easton to Route 22 for travel into NJ. This might provide the most comprehensive relief for project-related traffic congestion in Phillipsburg.”
Tersigni on Thursday said the commission’s response “demonstrates what can be achieved when agencies work with local entities and actively listen to our concerns.”
“I am pleased with the willingness of the Bridge Commission to address the concerns raised on behalf of all Phillipsburg residents,” Tersigni said, adding thanks to town police Chief Robert Stettner and fire Chief Rich Hay for raising concerns about the traffic congestion, as well as to Panto and Resta for their willingness to engage in a dialogue over a solution to the backups in town. “As the Town continues to grow and prosper, these conversations will be all the more critical for the success of the region.”
The commission is working to review its options before submitting documentation to PennDOT for the one-way free bridge plan by April 8, according to Resta.
“Rest assured that the Commission’s effort in this regard is ongoing, and we’ll inform the Town of Phillipsburg with information as it develops,” the bridge commission director wrote Thursday.
The free bridge rehabilitation project is the first since 2002. Even though the project is scheduled to last into spring 2023, the around-the-clock lane closures are expected to end this November, bridge commission spokesman Joe Donnelly said.
The 550-foot-long, 36-foot-wide span was built in 1895-96 and carried on average 16,500 vehicles per day in 2021. It’s the commission’s most heavily used free bridge, and is supported by tolls on other Delaware River crossings maintained by the commission.
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It’s been found in almost every state and can cause serious medical problems.
Spring is officially here, and that means getting back to some of our old cleaning rituals. But if your to-do list includes clearing out weeds, beware: There’s a fatal plant that could be growing right under your nose.
As Good Housekeeping reported in its April 2022 issue, poison hemlock may be harmless, but that’s exactly what makes it dangerous. In fact, if this poisonous plant is accidentally ingested in any way, it could potentially lead to respiratory failure or death.
But just how common is this plant? Well, chances are you’ve probably passed it along the highway, where it often likes to grow. Even though the plant originally came from Europe, the National Park Service reports that it has since spread to virtually every part of the U.S. and become a problem, especially in the Midwest and South.
To raise more awareness around this dangerous plant, we break down what it looks, what to know about the common symptoms of ingesting it, and how it’s typically treated.
What does poison hemlock look like?
The plant, which can grow up to 10 feet tall, has white flowers that grow in small clusters, and the hollow stem is usually marked with purple spots. But be extra careful: its distinctive reddish-purple spotting roots can be easily mistaken for wild parsnips, and its fern-like leaves look a lot like parsley.
Poison hemlock can also be distinguished from its tasty lookalikes by smell. Once crushed, it has been described as having a musty or “mouse urine”-type odor. But smelling isn’t recommended, as it can trigger asthma symptoms and increase your risk of developing a reaction.
Those with small children or dogs should be extra vigilant near any roadsides, cultivated fields, creek beds, irrigation ditches, and waste areas. In some places, these plants grow year-round, so it never hurts to be on guard.
Why is hemlock so dangerous?
Every single part of the hemlock is poisonous — from its flowers and leaves right down to its seeds and sap (or the watery fluid often found in plants). That’s because the poisonous hemlock contains highly toxic compounds known as alkaloids.
“The chemicals are in the sap, but the sap circulates throughout the whole plant, including the roots and seeds, so all parts of the plant are toxic,” Joe Boggs, an assistant professor of entomology for The Ohio State University Extension, told Good Housekeeping.
Even inhaling the plant can be catastrophic for your health. As reported by Good Housekeeping, Jim LeBlond, a father in Ohio, became hospitalized one day after he inhaled poison hemlock while working in his yard one day. Luckily, he survived — but he later had to undergo heart surgery as a result of all the damage it left behind.
You also don’t want to touch it because that can cause blisters and welts, so if you’re going to remove it, make sure you suit up with gloves, long sleeves, pants, and eye protection.
What are some of the common symptoms of hemlock poisoning?
Though it doesn’t take much to fall ill, the severity of the symptoms generally depends on how much of the plant gets into your system as well as the season. (For instance, the leaves are especially poisonous up until they produce flowers in the spring.)
But these symptoms generally include dilated pupils, muscle pain, convulsions, muscle weakness, trembling or loss of consciousness. In more severe cases, ingesting this plant can lead to more serious health issues and complications. In addition to respiratory failure and death, poisoning can result in acute renal failure or a breakdown of skeletal muscle if left untreated.
Timing is also key because symptoms could take hours or even as little as 30 minutes to develop. That’s why if you suspect that you may have come into contact with this poisonous plant, you should see your doctor or get medical help immediately. | https://katiecouric.com/health/what-is-poison-hemlock/ | 2022-04-01T00:05:42Z |
Rochester, MN (KIMT) - Earlier this week, the sun emitted a strong solar flare which has been traveling through space towards the earth. Charged particles from the solar flare will interact with the Earths' magnetosphere which will lead to widespread visuals of the aurora borealis (Northern Lights). The aurora was very active across much of the northern US Wednesday night, but clouds and snow prevented us from seeing them in Minnesota and Iowa. Clearer skies are expected for Thursday night, which will give us a good visual if they are active again.
The best way to spot the Northern Lights will be to get away from city lights and look to the north. You may have to wait some time for a good showing, as they will not constantly be visible.
If you spot the Northern Lights, take a picture and send it to us! You can submit photos on KIMT.COM. | https://www.kimt.com/news/northern-lights-may-be-seen-thursday-night/article_5ba5d408-b141-11ec-a341-abd61c121f6e.html | 2022-04-01T00:05:42Z |
New superintendent named at Soutwest Virginia Veterans Cemetery in Dublin
The Virginia Department of Veterans Services has announced that D. Travis Graham has been named superintendent of the Southwest Virginia Veterans Cemetery in Dublin.
A native and lifelong resident of Southwest Virginia, Graham joined DVS as caretaker manager of the Southwest Virginia Veterans Cemetery in 2020. He is a graduate of New River Community College and Virginia Tech. Prior to joining DVS, Graham served in multiple professional capacities at Virginia Tech in Blacksburg and owned and operated a construction business in Montgomery County.
“Travis has been instrumental in both building and leading the very talented DVS team that we have at the Dublin cemetery as well as ensuring the grounds are always kept in immaculate condition,” said Michael Henshaw, DVS Director of State Veterans Cemeteries. “His experience, expertise and dedication to the cemetery, our veterans and families made him the ideal candidate to fill the position of Superintendent.”
“Being born and raised in Southwest Virginia will also be a benefit to Travis as he conducts outreach in the surrounding communities to raise awareness about the cemetery and the many other benefits for veterans and their families that the Virginia Department of Veterans Services provides,” Henshaw added.
The Southwest Virginia Veterans Cemetery opened in 2011 and is located at 5550 Bagging Plant Road, Dublin. There are three state veterans cemeteries (in Dublin, Amelia, and Suffolk) and three active national cemeteries (in Culpeper, Danville, and Quantico) which provide a dignified final resting place for Virginia veterans and eligible dependents.
For more information about Virginia’s state veteran cemeteries, visit www.dvs.virginia.gov/cemeteries. For more information about national cemeteries in Virginia, visit www.cem.va.gov/cems/state.asp?STATE=VA. | https://augustafreepress.com/new-superintendent-named-at-soutwest-virginia-veterans-cemetery-in-dublin/ | 2022-04-01T00:05:42Z |
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The Glide School District Board of Directors is accepting applications for a three year budget committee position.
Applicants must reside in the Glide School District limits, have lived in the district for one year prior to service and be a registered voter.
The budget committee meets two to three times a year. This year's meetings are schedule for April 25, May 2 and, possibly, May 3.
Anyone wishing to be considered for the position can contact Glide School District administrative assistant Janette Leroue by April 11. She can be reached at jleroue@glide.k12.or.us, 541-496-3521 or 18990 N. Umpqua Highway, Glide, Oregon 97443.
Erica Welch is the special sections editor for The News-Review, mother of two and a native of Roseburg. She is an alumni of RHS, UCC and Western Oregon University. Contact her at ewelch@nrtoday.com or 541-957-4218.
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ONTARIO -- Yush Chandat and his family continue to believe -- and invest in -- Ontario.
The owners of Ontario Hospitality Inc. broke ground Thursday afternoon on a new, $8 million, four-story, 99-room Holiday Inn Express on Ferguson Road.
It's the third Ontario hotel launched by the family business. That includes the adjacent 86-bed TownPlace Suites by Marriott and and the Country Inn & Suites by Radisson on Walker Lake Road, a property it then sold in 2008.
Chandat graduated from Ontario High School in 2010 and then studied architecture at Kent State University. After earning a bachelor's degree, he moved on to Cleveland State University to study urban planning and development with a side focus on real estate finance.
It's well prepared him for the family business, including his father, Raj Chandat, who built the 86-bed, extended-stay TownPlace Suites property, located on land immediately north of the site for the new Holiday Inn Express.
"We have been in the (Ontario) community since I was in middle school," Yush Chandat said.
The new hotel is expected to open in July 2023, which the younger Chandat will operate.
"(Holiday Inn) is a great brand and we love to bring it to Ontario," Chandat said. "It's nice to bring the (Holiday Inn) brand and their loyal customers to the city."
The new hotel will also have a meeting room, a board room, fitness center and a buffet-style, continental breakfast.
"(Hoiday Inn) is known for their pancakes and their cinnamon rolls," he said with a smile.
Chandat said his father and his partners studied travel patterns and growth in the area. He said local organizations were doing the kinds of events that were bringing in visitors.
"In 2016, we actually extended Ferguson Road off of Lexington-Springmill Road and bent the corner at Guest Court and opened up access to 43 acres of land for development right at the corner of the gateway to Ontario right off of U.S. 30," Chandat said.
Ontario Mayor Randy Hutchinson, who helped guide tax abatements and incentives to assist in the development effort, praised the Chandat family.
"It's not only a great asset to the City of Ontario, but over the entire county and the whole region with everything we have going on around here with tourism," Hutchinson said. "Having this continued investment with another hotel is great."
"This is a great family and that's why they are successful," the mayor said. "They work very well. As you talk to Yush, you can see he is a great young man. They have the right vision and they have been a great company to work with."
Chandat said the new hotel will create six to eight full-time jobs and 16 to 20 part-time seasonal jobs depending on occupancy. | https://www.richlandsource.com/business/community_development/ground-broken-for-new-4-story-99-room-holiday-inn-express-in-ontario/article_fd0596ba-b125-11ec-9cf2-7310987a89f5.html | 2022-04-01T00:05:43Z |
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A new documentary about North Carolina’s Little Brother—the trio of rappers Big Pooh and Phonte and DJ/producer 9th Wonder—is scheduled to arrive next year. May The Lord Watch: The Little Brother Story was directed by Holland Randolph Gallagher. It features live footage, archival clips of Drake and Doja Cat, and interviews with Little Brother members, Questlove, and others. A release date for the film has not yet been announced, but you can check out the trailer below.
Little Brother disbanded in 2010 shortly after releasing their album LeftBack that same year. In 2018, they reunited for a performance at Durham, North Carolina’s Art of Cool Festival. The following year, Little Brother issued their most recent LP May the Lord Watch. Back in 2011, 9th Wonder was the subject of a Kenneth Price-directed documentary titled The Wonder Year.
Read Pitchfork’s Sunday Review of Little Brother’s The Listening. | https://pitchfork.com/news/little-brother-share-trailer-for-new-documentary-may-the-lord-watch/ | 2022-04-01T00:05:43Z |
Hennepin Co. Attorney’s Office Asks To Remove Judge Koch From Felony Cases For ‘Frequently Abandoning His Neutral Role’
MINNEAPOLIS (WCCO) – A Hennepin County choose is on the heart of a authorized battle between prosecutors and public defenders.
The Hennepin County Attorney’s Office has requested to take away Judge William Koch from presiding over all felony instances assigned to him.
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“Our issues are not about any adverse rulings that he made. It’s the issue of how he treats our lawyers and how he runs his courtroom,” stated Dan Mabley, the chief felony deputy with HCAO.
Prosecutors’ courtroom filings say Koch’s demeanor is “frequently arrogant, dismissive, patronizing, condescending and disrespectful.”
He’s accused of “frequently abandoning his neutral role,” and prosecutors write that is “part of a long-term pattern of behavior.”
“Our lawyers don’t believe they get fair trials in front of Judge Koch,” Mabley stated.
Minnesota legislation provides authorized events in a case the suitable to take away a choose with out giving a cause. Hennepin prosecutors have exercised that proper on Koch in dozens of instances this 12 months.
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The county’s public defender’s workplace has objected, saying in opposing courtroom filings the HCAO’s blanket elimination coverage is “completely without legal grounds and represents an abuse of judicial process…It is instead a blatant effort to dictate favorable outcomes for prosecutors.”
“[Public defenders] have made the determination that Judge Koch is good for their cases,” stated Joe Tamburino, a non-public protection lawyer. “If they didn’t think so, then they wouldn’t be objecting to these motions.”
Hennepin County Chief Judge Todd Barnette will rule on the matter.
Mabley wrote in a sworn affidavit that he met with each Koch and Barnette in January. Mabley instructed WCCO Koch didn’t take duty for the complaints and gave no indication he’d change his conduct. Koch declined to remark via a courtroom spokesperson.
An announcement from the Hennepin District Court stated, “While any party appearing on a case has the right to remove a judge within seven days of receiving notice of the name of the presiding judge, the Minnesota Supreme Court issued an opinion in State v. Erickson finding a blanket removal improper. Judges make legal decisions every day in which one party is usually happy with the decision and the other party is disappointed. We strive to be true to our mission of providing justice through a system that assures equal access for the fair and timely resolution of cases.”
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Mabley says HCAO’s notices of elimination of Koch don’t meet the requirements set by the Minnesota Supreme Court of being improper. | https://thewall.fyi/hennepin-co-attorneys-office-asks-to-remove-judge-koch-from-felony-cases-for-frequently-abandoning-his-neutral-role/ | 2022-04-01T00:05:41Z |
Pursuit ends in crash during criminal investigation with Augusta County Sheriff's Office
FISHERSVILLE — An investigation that started in Fishersville ended in a vehicle crash in Stuarts Draft, according to a release from the Augusta County Sheriff's Office.
Wednesday, March 30, the Skyline Drug Task Force, with the assistance of the Augusta County Sheriff's Office, was conducting an ongoing criminal investigation and had encountered a 37-year-old Waynesboro man, the release said. That man ended up driving his 2011 Ford Fusion off around 7:42 p.m. out of the hotel parking lot on Foursquare Lane in Fishersville.
The man refused to stop his vehicle, which ended up with authorities pursuing him. That pursuit ended with the Ford Fusion hit a 2016 Dodge truck that was turning into a restaurant parking lot on Draft Avenue in Stuarts Draft, the release said.
The Ford Fusion then struck a telephone pole and overturned. The utility pole was knocked down and struck an unoccupied GMC SUV parked in the lot.
The Waynesboro man driving the Ford Fusion was taken to the University of Virginia Medical Center, and is still being treated for serious injuries, authorities said. A female passenger was treated and released from Augusta Health.
The driver of the Dodge truck was not injured in the crash.
The crash is being investigated by the Virginia State Police at the request of the Augusta County Sheriff’s Office and remains under investigation.
Multiple charges are pending against the Ford Fusion’s driver, the release said.
The task force investigation remains ongoing at this time.
The Skyline Drug Task Force is composed of investigators from the Staunton Police Department, Augusta County Sheriff's Department and Virginia State Police Bureau of Criminal Investigation's Appomattox Field Office.
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LIVERMORE, Calif. (KRON) — The Livermore Police Department recovered 50 packages of marijuana weighing 57 pounds and six ecstasy tablets, the department announced Thursday afternoon.
Police seized the drugs from a white BMW on Wednesday after 1 a.m. when officers were dispatched to a business on National Drive in Livermore.
The call was due to two people parking the BMW in the parking lot — those two then proceeded to run away from officers, police said.
Officers were unable to track the two people down and locate them.
After the car was towed and searched, officers found a loaded semi-automatic handgun in addition to the drugs, according to police.
The two people in connection to this case are still at large as the investigation is still ongoing. | https://www.kron4.com/news/bay-area/livermore-police-recover-57-pounds-of-marijuana/ | 2022-04-01T00:05:44Z |
GREENVILLE COUNTY, S.C. (WSPA) – A student died after being shot Thursday afternoon at a Greenville County middle school and another student was charged.
According to the Greenville County Sheriff’s Office, the school resource officer at Tanglewood Middle School requested emergency backup at 12:23 p.m. after hearing shots were fired.
After arriving on scene, the sheriff’s office said deputies learned that the gunfire was from a 12-year-old student who shot another 12-year-old student in the 700 wing of the school.
The victim was shot at least one time and treated by the school resource officer and school staff before being taken to the hospital where he was later pronounced dead.
Deputies began a search in the area of the school. Just before 1:30 p.m., they learned that the possible suspect was at a residence in the 3000 block of Old Easley Bridge Road.
When deputies arrived, they found the suspect hiding under a deck. He was taken into custody and a handgun was recovered.
The suspect is being charged with murder, possession of a weapon during a violent crime, possession of a firearm on school property and unlawful possession of a weapon by a person under the age of 18.
He is being transported to the Department of Juvenile Justice in Columbia.
The sheriff’s office said over 100 deputies were on scene trying to identify the shooter at one point.
Community activist Bruce Wilson, a family friend, identified the student as 12-year-old Jamari Cortez Bonaparte Jackson.
Wilson passed along a statement from the Jackson family asking for privacy while they grieve.
“We are all devastated by today’s tragedy,” said the family in a statement. “We love Jamari dearly and we would ask that our privacy be respected as we grieve during this very difficult time.”
“My heart breaks for this young boy’s family and my prayers are with them tonight,” said Greenville County Sheriff Hobart Lewis in a statement. “Additionally, I will be praying for the other young boy who pulled the trigger and his family. I can not fathom what would cause someone to do this to another human being and especially at that age, but I know it’s a situation where we all need to turn to God.”
Greenville County Schools said deputies were not looking for any additional suspects and that the school building had been secured.
Deputies said that the two 12-year-olds were familiar with each other and that they are confident the incident was isolated.
Greenville County Schools Superintendent Dr. Burke Royster released this statement Thursday evening:
We are deeply saddened to hear that the student victim in the shooting at Tanglewood Middle School passed away. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family, his fellow students, the staff members at the school and everyone who knew this child. This is an absolute tragedy, and we will continue to do whatever we can to support his family and the Tanglewood community as they mourn the young life that was lost today.
We want to recognize the tremendous response from Principal Walles and the staff at Tanglewood, the school resource officer, Sheriff Hobart Lewis, the Greenville County Sheriff’s Office, EMS, and the multiple local, state and federal law enforcement agencies who all responded rapidly in accord with our emergency response plan.”
Dr. Burke Royster
The principal of Tanglewood Middle School, Dr. Graysen Walles, also released this statement:
My heart goes out to the family of our student who passed away, and my prayers are with them. Our entire Tanglewood family is hurting with this news and from the events that took place today. Our school is mourning and will work together to heal and process this tragedy.”
Dr. Graysen Walles
Students were taken to Brookwood Church in Simpsonville where parents were reunited with their children.
Greenville County Schools said Friday will be an optional day for students at Tanglewood Middle School in order to provide “counseling support for both students and staff.”
“Our goal with being open tomorrow is not to have a day of instruction, but so we can have supports available to both students and staff that would not be otherwise available at home,” said the district in a statement.
The school’s regular schedule will resume Monday, April 4. | https://www.localsyr.com/news/national/student-shot-killed-at-tanglewood-middle-suspect-in-custody/ | 2022-04-01T00:05:44Z |
Primal Scream’s Bobby Gillespie on Post-War Scotland, 70’s Punk Feminism, & Being Anti-Facist
Primal Scream’s main man Bobby Gillespie sits down with Kyle Meredith to talk about his autobiography, Tenement Kid. The Scottish musician discusses growing up in post-war Scotland with the fear of death around him, being anti-facist and an artist that stands up for causes, and being a feminist from a young age. Gillespie goes on to talk about the power of discovering Thin Lizzy and Ramones at 15, being a current fan of Kurt Vile and Kelly Lee Owens, and how the sequel to this book will spotlight his career through the 90s.
Watch the interview above and then check out the videos below. | https://wfpk.org/2022/primal-screams-bobby-gillespie-i-like-mixing-femininity-in-rock-because-you-can-be-more-than-one-thing/ | 2022-04-01T00:05:44Z |
Abeomics, a San Diego based biotechnology company specializing in research products is seeking for a full-time Research Associate who has expertise in cell… $45,000 a year
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Abeomics, a San Diego based biotechnology company specializing in research products is seeking for a full-time Research Associate who has expertise in cell… $45,000 a year
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GEM-TRX Links:
Official website: https://gem-trx.com/share?code=336661
Official page: https://www.gemtrx2.com/
Official Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/gemtrxofficial/
Official Twitter: https://twitter.com/MINEGEMTRX
Telegram group: https://t.me/GemTrx
Whitepaper: https://tron.network/static/doc/white_paper_v_2_0.pdf
Have you been looking into cloud mining cryptocurrency in 2022 but aren’t sure whether it’s profitable or not? In this article, we’re going to take a look at cloud mining in 2022, specifically cloud mining of the Tron (TRX) cryptocurrency.
Is mining TRX currently profitable?
Yes, cloud mining is profitable in Q1 2022. Obviously, the profit margins depend on the price of electricity you are paying for. The lower your price for electricity, the better the profits. One option is to start mining TRX via cloud mining services like GEM-TRX, which offer an easy and intuitive way to start earning TRX in 2022. There are dozens of cloud mining services available for all types of cryptocurrencies, and a simple Google search for TRX cloud mining will show a number of options.
How does cloud mining work?
There are a number of different options available for cloud mining. Some services sell cloud mining contacts where users pay a certain amount upfront and receive a daily return in a cryptocurrency of their choice.
Other options, like GEM-TRX, require a deposit of TRX to your wallet and automatically take care of the rest. GEM-TRX requires a minimum deposit of 5TRX to start off, and users can deposit the minimum amount to test out the service. Keep in mind that there will be a maximum withdrawal amount per day that users can take out of their accounts.
GEM-TRX Cloud Mining
GEM-TRX was launched in 2018 and is one of the leading TRX cloud mining service providers. It offers a cloud mining service built on the Tron network and provides users with a convenient and efficient TRX cloud mining experience.
The purpose of this company is to maximize the interests of each user, so they can leverage large wealth with relatively low capital. “Invest once, enjoy forever,” that’s why all options are recognized and followed by GEM-TRX. Through future data analysis, users should understand that GEM-TRX pursues long-term strategic cooperative relationships with users, which is the reason they’ve grown to over 1 million members at this time.
To start cloud mining with GEM-TRX, users can visit their website, register with an email, deposit TRX and the service will automatically start mining the TRX cryptocurrency for you. There are several levels available for users to choose from when it comes to cloud mining, the higher the level the better the rewards.
In addition, GEM-TRX offers a number of affiliate programs incentivizing users to share their links and recruit more users to the platform. Please see the below breakdown of the affiliate program for GEM-TRX:
If users invite friends who deposit funds to their accounts they will receive rebates. Below is the complete breakdown of the various levels and rebates users can accumulate:
Invite Rebate:
- You invite level 1 users and they complete registration, you’ll get 30TRX.
- Level 1 user invites level 2 user and completes registration, you’ll get 20TRX.
- Level 2 user invites level 3 user and completes registration, you’ll get 10TRX.
Deposit Rebate:
Based on your down-line deposit amount per time.
- Level 1 user deposit 1000TRX, you’ll get 120TRX(12%)
- Level 2 user deposit 1000TRX, you’ll get 50TRX(5%)
- Level 3 user deposit 1000TRX, you’ll get 20TRX(2%)
Trading Rebate:
Based on your down-line mining income per time.
- Level 1 user mines 1000TRX and gets 50TRX, you’ll get 5TRX(10%)
- Level 2 user mines 1000TRX and gets 50TRX, you’ll get 2.5TRX(5%)
- Level 3 user mines 1000TRX and gets 50TRX, you’ll get 1.5TRX(3%)
GEM-TRX offers a one-stop-shop mining service that makes it extremely easy for those interested in cloud mining to give it a try. In addition, the minimum 5TRX deposit makes it easy for new users to test out the service without committing a large amount of money.
What Is Tron (TRX)?
Launched in 2018, Tron is an ambitious project dedicated to building the infrastructure for a truly decentralized internet. The Tron protocol is one of the largest blockchains on the market, with a current market capitalization of over $7.6 billion. It ranks as the 25th largest cryptocurrency according to CoinMarketCap.
Tron’s cryptocurrency is used on the network and is also called TRX or Tronix. Users of the network use Tronix to pay content creators to access their applications along with various utilities on the blockchain.
Tron also has a highly popular token standard called TRC-20, it’s often the network for choice for transactions since the fees on the Tron network are minuscule compared to those on the Ethereum blockchain.
How can I get Tron (TRX)?
The easiest way to get Tron is on an exchange like KuCoin or Binance. Users can purchase TRX with various cryptocurrencies and transfer the tokens to a wallet where they own the keys such as TronLink. TronLink is similar to MetaMask to those familiar with Web3 wallets.
TronLink is available as a browser extension, an Android application, an iOS application, and a Desktop application.
Disclosure: This is a sponsored article. Please do your research before buying any cryptocurrency or using any cloud mining service. We aren’t responsible for any lost or stolen funds. | https://themerkle.com/the-best-cloud-mining-tron-trx-services-in-2022-are-they-profitable/ | 2022-04-01T00:05:44Z |
Arizona senior Cate Reese underwent successful shoulder surgery on Thursday morning according to a post on social media. Reese thanked the well-wishers who have reached out to her and her family.
Just got out of surgery. Everything went really well. Thank you to everyone who has reached out to me or my family. Now time to recover! See you guys back out on the floor next season. Beardown!! ❤️❤️
— C8 (@cate_reese) March 31, 2022
Reese dislocated her shoulder on Feb. 20 in a game at Washington State. She collided with WSU guard Johana Teder as she went in for a fastbreak layup.
Reese was out of competition for approximately four weeks but returned to practice ahead of the NCAA Tournament. She returned to competition in the first round.
Reese scored 16 points in 20 minutes of play during the opening-round victory over UNLV. In the second-round loss to North Carolina, she scored six points, grabbed five rebounds, had two assists, and blocked a shot in 30 minutes.
Reese will now undergo six months of rehab. | https://www.azdesertswarm.com/basketball/2022/3/31/23005258/arizona-wildcats-womens-basketball-cate-reese-surgery-shoulder-update-offseason-2022 | 2022-04-01T00:05:44Z |
Given the choice between the haven of a city shelter and a makeshift hut on the street, Gloria, a homeless person scraping by near Manhattan’s Tompkins Square Park, says she’s staying on the street.
“I lived in the shelters,” Gloria said. “I left because there were bedbugs, the people in there were ridiculous with attitudes left and right and I was like, “No I’m not feeling it.”
Gloria said she feels more at home in her own corner of the corner, a slapdash shelter she put together in the shadow of the East Village greenspace.
But Gloria may soon find that it doesn’t take a home to get evicted — just a mayor on a mission with the manpower to make an encampment disappear.
But to what end? Over the last 11 days, the city has removed more than 200 homeless encampments from city streets, an above-ground follow up to a similar initiative to remove makeshift living spaces from the subways.
And while Mayor Adams explains the move as an effort to fix the “dysfunctional city” he inherited from his predecessor, critics — including homeless people and their advocates — are saying the mayor is employing the same tactics with no real plan to address the bigger problem.
Indeed, data obtained by the Daily News shows that more than 9,000 encampments were dismantled under then-Mayor Bill de Blasio. Now, de Blasio’s “encampments manager” Shane Cox is carrying out similar policies under the new mayor and the only thing that appears to be different, homeless people say, is the explanation.
“We’ll just go to another spot and just relocate because what else do you expect us to do?” Gloria said. “You’re taking the trains away, you don’t want us in the parks or in front of buildings and you don’t want us to do this so where do you want us to go?”
Home here is three light blue tents, a Target shopping cart, a table, a leather chair and blankets. Personal touches include several signs: “Help and love, not police brutality” and “Housing not shelters.”
The encampment sits in front of a long-abandoned former school building with open windows and graffiti covering the walls.
John, a native New Yorker, said he has been in and out of homeless shelters for the past 10 years. The so-called safe havens, he said, are anything but.
“How is a person supposed to seek help for mental health issues, or substance abuse issues in an abusive environment,” he said. “Homeless shelters and safe havens are abusive.”
Adams acknowledged Wednesday the early days of the initiative were met with mixed success. Sanitation workers had cleared 239 encampments, but only five homeless people accepted offers to move into shelters.
Undaunted, he characterized the issue as a moral one, a crisis born out of dysfunction that he inherited upon taking office.
“First of all, someone living in a tree and allowing them to live there, that’s dysfunctional,” Adams said.
“And there’s one culture that I create in this administration. It’s the culture of failure. Try. There’s nothing wrong with failing. Keep trying. Something is wrong with not trying. We put in place our process: Bringing down the encampment and then giving the help that people need, creating the safe haven beds, continue to do an evaluation to make sure we get it right. We’re going to keep trying until we get it right.”
But front-line advocates said it’s just more of the same and part of a strategy that ample evidence compiled over decades has shown does not solve homelessness.
“You know, the number of sweeps that they did is clearly higher than the number of people that are out there,” said Josh Dean, executive director of Human.NYC. “So they’re repeatedly sweeping the same locations. It doesn’t work because people need to be somewhere. If you’re not offering them somewhere better to come inside, then they can’t disappear.”
Using data obtained under New York’s Freedom of Information Law, the Safety Net Project of the Urban Justice Center found that one neighborhood, Greenwich Village, had the most number of dismantled encampment locations by far, suggesting that people kept coming back to set up shop after the sites were removed.
“Although Mayor Adams is portraying this as a new policy, he’s actually just doubling down on the failed strategies of the prior administration,” said Jacquelyn Simone, director of Coalition for the Homeless: “It’s very clear from the data that we’ve seen that the city is repeatedly sweeping the same locations and targeting the same people.”
Adams dismissed questions about whether he was continuing de Blasio’s policies. “I’m not sure what he did. That was the previous administration,” Adams said.
Kevin Parker, 66, was among those who fears he’s in Adams’ crosshairs.
“He’s looking to clean the streets, he don’t care where anybody goes,” said Parker.
“I fear it can happen any day at any time,” he said. “I’ll just be on the subways, this train and that train and make sure the cops don’t see me.” | https://www.nydailynews.com/new-york/ny-homeless-encampment-crackdown-de-blasio-adams-20220331-7c7eu5uusvganjt6bq6ppoylby-story.html | 2022-04-01T00:05:44Z |
Ukraine atomic lab damaged by shelling
A nuclear research facility in Kharkiv, Ukraine, was damaged by shelling from the Russian army, according to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).
The facility was being used to produce radioisotopes for medical and industrial applications. Its shelling did not cause an increase in radiation levels in the area.
“Sunday’s incident highlighted once again the risks facing Ukraine’s nuclear installations during the armed conflict, adding urgency to an IAEA initiative aimed at ensuring nuclear safety and security in the country,” the IAEA report said.
“We must take action to help avert a nuclear accident in Ukraine that could have severe consequences for public health and the environment,” IAEA Director General Rafael Mariano Grossi said. “We can’t afford to wait.”
Russian President Vladimir Putin launched the war on Ukraine two weeks ago. Russia has since captured the largest nuclear reactor in Ukraine, as well as the site of Chernobyl, where the worst nuclear reactor catastrophe in human history took place in 1986.
The Hill has removed its comment section, as there are many other forums for readers to participate in the conversation. We invite you to join the discussion on Facebook and Twitter. | https://thehill.com/policy/international/597322-ukraine-atomic-lab-damaged-by-shelling/ | 2022-04-01T00:05:42Z |
BOSTON and ATLANTA, March 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Inhibikase Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: IKT) (Inhibikase or Company), a clinical-stage pharmaceutical company developing therapeutics to modify the course of Parkinson's disease and related disorders, today reported financial results for the full year ended December 31, 2021 and highlighted recent developments.
"2021 was an important year for Inhibikase as we advanced our lead program IkT-148009 for Parkinson's disease into the clinic, continued to develop our early-stage pipeline programs and strengthened our balance sheet to support our development efforts well into 2023," commented Dr. Milton H. Werner, President and Chief Executive Officer of Inhibikase. "Just recently, we presented results from our Phase 1 and 1b study of IkT-148009 in patients with mild to moderately advanced Parkinson's disease at the annual AD/PD™ meeting. We believe these data continue to validate the safety and therapeutic potential of IkT-148009. As we look ahead, we hope to share more about our development strategy for this program including the upcoming Phase 2a study at our upcoming virtual KOL investor event on April 20th. Looking to our earlier programs, we are also continuing to advance IkT-148009 in animal models of Multiple Systems Atrophy (MSA), as well as plan to submit our IND application for IkT-001Pro, both in the second quarter. We view 2022 as a year of execution across our pipeline and look forward to providing updates throughout the year as we seek to improve the lives of patients suffering from a devastating neurodegenerative disease."
Recent Developments and Upcoming Milestones:
- Phase 1b clinical trial of IkT-148009: The Phase 1b study is a 3:1 randomized, placebo-controlled dose escalation trial evaluating the safety, tolerability, and pharmacokinetics of seven-day dosing of IkT-148009 at three escalating dose levels. The study is also assessing motor and non-motor function, gut motility, and measures of alpha-synuclein aggregate clearance as exploratory endpoints. In March, the Company presented data from the first cohort at the Alzheimer's & Parkinson's Diseases Conference (AD/PD™). Data demonstrated that the safety and tolerability profile in patients closely matched that of older healthy volunteers. Pharmacokinetics of IkT-148009 in volunteers and subjects was also similar, indicating that IkT-148009 pharmacology is consistent across the patient groups and penetrates the Central Nervous System. The Company expects to complete dosing of the Phase 1b study in the second quarter of 2022 and present full data at a medical meeting later this year.
- Phase 1 dose escalation of IkT-148009 in older and elderly healthy volunteers: Inhibikase continues to evaluate IkT-148009 in older and elderly healthy volunteers as part of the Phase 1 study. The Company has completed dose escalation studies through 325 mg. To date, no clinically significant adverse events have been observed at any dose.
- Phase 2a clinical study for IkT-148009 in patients with Parkinson's Disease: Inhibikase expects to dose the first patient in a Phase 2a study of IkT-148009 in untreated Parkinson's Disease in the second quarter of 2022, subject to agreements with the FDA. The 3:1 randomized, double-blind, twelve-week dosing trial will evaluate the safety and tolerability of three doses of IkT-148009 in up to 120 patients diagnosed with Parkinson's disease who have not yet progressed to the need for symptomatic therapy. The trial will also measure motor and non-motor function inside and outside of the brain as secondary endpoints and evaluate whether treatment with IkT-148009 leads to a reduction or clearance of pathogenic alpha-synuclein aggregates as exploratory endpoints.
- Investigational New Drug application (IND) for IkT-001Pro for stable-phase Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia (CML): IkT-001Pro is the Company's prodrug formulation of Imatinib mesylate, designed as a potentially safer, better tolerated treatment for Imatinib-sensitive cancers such as stable-phase Chronic Myeloid Leukemia (CML). The Company is completing clinical batch manufacturing of pill formulated IkT-001Pro and conducting required stability studies and expects to submit the IND for IkT-001Pro in the second quarter of 2022. The Company expects to commence bioequivalence studies in accordance with the 505(b)(2) regulatory pathway agreements with the FDA.
- Preclinical studies evaluating IkT-148009 in animal models of Multiple System Atrophy (MSA) in preparation for Phase 2 clinical studies: Inhibikase expects to report preclinical data studying IkT-148009 in at least one of two animal models of MSA prior to dosing of MSA patients. The studies are evaluating whether inhibition of the Abelson Tyrosine Kinase, or c-Abl, could have a therapeutic benefit in MSA. The potential role of c-Abl in the disease process was highlighted in the Company's recent publication published in the peer reviewed journal Neurobiology of Disease[1]. Depending on the preclinical results in animal models of MSA and subject to agreement with the FDA and equivalent regulatory bodies in the European Union, Inhibikase may advance IkT-148009 into a Phase 2a clinical study in the third quarter of 2022.
Upcoming Events:
Virtual KOL Investor Event
Date: April 20, 2022
Time: 10:00am ET
Registration Link: https://www.inhibikase.com/investors
Inhibikase's executive leadership team and featured Key Opinion Leaders will host a virtual presentation highlighting the Company's recent clinical progress including a review of the recently reported Phase 1 data for its lead asset, IkT-148009 as well as an overview of the upcoming Phase 2 program. Additional presentations will highlight the current unmet need and competitive landscape in Parkinson's disease.
Full Year 2021 Financial Results
Grant Revenue: Grant revenue was $3.1 million for the year ended December 31, 2021 compared to $0.7 million in the prior year. The increase was driven by increased grant research activity during 2021 compared to 2020. During 2020, the Company's focus was shifted toward advancing its Phase I clinical trials which did not result in grant revenue. The Company utilized its working capital and personnel resources in 2021 to carry on its Phase I clinical trial in addition to its grant research activity.
R&D Expenses: Research and development expenses were $11.4 million for the year ended December 31, 2021 compared to $0.9 million in the year ended December 31, 2020. The increase was primarily due to a full year of increased activity in our Parkinson's disease Phase I clinical trial.
SG&A Expenses: Selling, general and administrative expenses for the year ended December 31, 2021 were $6.5 million compared to $2.6 million for the year ended December 31, 2020. The increase was primarily due to increased liability insurance, legal and accounting fees, board costs, investor relations and consulting fees associated with operating for the first full year as a public company.
Net Loss: Net loss for the year ended December 31, 2021 was $14.8 million, or $0.81 per share, compared to a net loss of $2.8 million, or $0.35 per share in the year ended December 31, 2020.
Cash Position: Cash and cash equivalents were $40.8 million as of December 31, 2021. The Company expects that existing cash and cash equivalents will be sufficient to fund its operating expenses and capital expenditure requirements into the third quarter of 2023.
About Inhibikase (www.inhibikase.com)
Inhibikase Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: IKT) is a clinical-stage pharmaceutical company developing therapeutics for Parkinson's disease and related disorders. Inhibikase's multi-therapeutic pipeline focuses on neurodegeneration and its lead program IkT-148009, an Abelson Tyrosine Kinase (c-Abl) inhibitor, targets the treatment of Parkinson's disease inside and outside the brain. Its multi-therapeutic pipeline is pursuing Parkinson's-related disorders of the brain and GI tract, orphan indications related to Parkinson's disease such as Multiple System Atrophy, and drug delivery technologies for kinase inhibitors such as IkT-001Pro, a prodrug of the anticancer agent Imatinib that the Company believes will provide a better patient experience with fewer on-dosing side-effects. The Company's RAMP™ medicinal chemistry program has identified a number of follow-on compounds to IkT-148009 to be potentially applied to other cognitive and motor function diseases of the brain. Inhibikase is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia with offices in Boston, Massachusetts.
Social Media Disclaimer
Investors and others should note that we announce material financial information to our investors using our investor relations website, press releases, SEC filings and public conference calls and webcasts. The Company intends to also use Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn and YouTube as a means of disclosing information about the Company, its services and other matters and for complying with its disclosure obligations under Regulation FD.
Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking terminology such as "believes," "expects," "may," "will," "should," "anticipates," "plans," or similar expressions or the negative of these terms and similar expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are based on Inhibikase's current expectations and assumptions. Such statements are subject to certain risks and uncertainties, which could cause Inhibikase's actual results to differ materially from those anticipated by the forward-looking statements. Important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those in the forward-looking statements are set forth in Inhibikase's filings with the SEC, including its annual report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2021, including under the caption "Risk Factors." Any forward-looking statement in this release speaks only as of the date of this release. Inhibikase undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future developments or otherwise, except as may be required by any applicable securities laws.
1 doi: 10.1016/j.nbd.2020.105184
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President & CEO
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Random Rab performs at Agave in Avon
The prolific multi-instrumentalist and electronic artist is performing a solo live show Friday
Denver-based electronic artist Random Rab is performing at Agave this Friday, April 1, from 9:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.
Random Rab is a multi-instrumentalist and vocalist who has released 10 albums over the course of his decades-long career. He is known for his mastery of a wide variety of genres, having previously been the front man of a heavy metal band, toured as a classical trumpet player, played bass in a country music band, scratch DJ’d for a jazz fusion project and sung for a rock band in Mexico, among others. In his solo projects and performances, he blends and borrows components from his many past influences when composing his original music.
“I guess it’s easy to get stuck on one genre and say that’s what I do, but I’ve always liked all music, and there are certain elements of every type of music that I love to incorporate,” Random Rab said. “I’ll have the beats of hip hop and the melodies of country and then the power of metal. It’s just about how to bring everything together and just let go of barriers.”
During his show on Friday, Random Rab will be singing live with his guitar while incorporating pre-produced electronic music into his sets. His live performances have earned him the nickname “Master of Emotion,” for how he uses sound to harness the emotions of his audience.
“I kind of think of music as a tool we use that has lots of little micro controls on it that slowly tweak our emotions,” Random Rab said. “I guess my goal is to just use those tools to escalate the feeling of feeling good at all times. I’m all about the good feels and the good emotions in my music.”
Random Rab is planning to release two new albums this year, and said he will be performing unreleased songs from both at his show on Friday. One of the albums will be done in his typical style, in line with previous releases, but he is also releasing his first ambient sounds album. The ambient tracks are created using a new technique that he is experimenting with, where each track is captured in a single take.
“I’m not using any loops, so it’s all kind of live improvisation, but I spend a lot of time getting all of my gear prepared and then do a one take shot of the track instead of doing multitracking where I’m editing things,” Random Rab said. “When I’m creating music, it’s like every song is a new approach. That’s what keeps it interesting for me — how do I do it differently this time, or compose it differently, or use a different technique.”
He has toured extensively across North America, including tours with Bassnectar, Shpongle, Emancipator, Beats Antique, and has headlined dozens festivals across the U.S. and internationally. This will be his sixth time performing at Agave in Avon, and said he looks forward to returning each time.
“For a little place up in the mountains, it’s just got a really good vibe,” Random Rab said. “Every time it’s a different group of people that happen to be up skiing or traveling from Denver, I just never know who’s going to be there. But there’s always a really good, awesome, supportive vibe, so I’ve always really enjoyed coming back.”
Tickets are on sale for $15 at Eventbrite, under the event name “Random Rab and Erothyme at Agave”. The venue is 21+. For more information about the show and other upcoming events at Agave, visit AgaveAvon.com. | https://www.vaildaily.com/entertainment/random-rab-performs-at-agave-in-avon/ | 2022-04-01T00:05:44Z |
Adults Only Tour
April 22, 6:00 p.m.
Laugh, drink, and learn during this tour designed for adults only (ages 21+). Enjoy flavored moonshine as you learn about some lesser-told stories related to maritime history. In this evening tour, tales of love triangles, indecent depictions, drugs, and more will be covered. This program is rated R due to language, alcohol, and explicit content. Participants must be 21 years of age or older. Tickets are $30 per person ($25 for Friends of the Maritime Museum members). Cost includes tour, wine/beer, and souvenir cup. Pre-registration required. For information or to register, call 252-504-7758 or visit ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com.
Carolina Maritime Model Society Meeting
April 23, 2:00 p.m.
The Carolina Maritime Model Society exists to promote the production of high-quality ship models and encourage members and the public to participate in a craft that is as old as shipbuilding itself. Meetings, which are open to the public, are held in the museum auditorium.
Hiking and History on Shackleford Banks
April 27, 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Experience Outer Banks history and wildlife with a guided hike on Shackleford Banks, part of the Cape Lookout National Seashore. Participants will take a ferry to an undeveloped barrier island. This field trip requires hiking through sandy terrain for long distances. $30. Under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Pre-registration required by noon day prior. For information or to register, call 252-504-7758 or visit ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com.
Sea Monsters
April 28, 11:00 a.m.
The Atlantic Ocean is an amazing place, filled with mysteries and fascinating creatures that don’t get the attention they should. Join Associate Museum Curator Christine Brin in the museum auditorium to learn about some of these unique creatures — once referred to as sea monsters in both ancient and modern tales — during this free, informal lecture. Registration is not required for the in-person program. Or watch online via the museum’s Facebook page or Zoom. Sign up for Zoom at ncmaritimemuseumbeaufort.com.
AMERICA’S BOATING CLUB
America’s Boating Club of the Crystal Coast will be offering the free seminar Weather: Hurricane Awareness and Preparedness April 21 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. in the museum auditorium. Instructor Helen Aitken will cover topics from tropical storm development to hurricane characteristics, instruments and maps, and preparations for the storm. Whether a boater, or simply a coastal resident, this information may be of great importance to you as the hurricane season approaches.
The Club is also offering America’s Boating Class (ABC), 3rd Edition. This course has two components. The first includes 10 hours of classroom instruction on boat selection, rules of the road, aids to navigation, safety, required equipment, and numerous other topics. The other component is an optional On-The-Water session that will familiarize students with actual hands-on training for basic boat handling, docking, simulated fueling, aids to navigation, man-overboard drills, and anchoring. Students will be at the helm of a Squadron member’s boat under the supervision of the owner and an instructor. Students may arrange in advance to use their own personal boats if they meet certain restrictions.
This class will run twice, April 22-23 and May 20-21, at Carteret Community College, Martec building, Room 101. Times are Friday evening, 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m., and Saturday, 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Cost for the comprehensive teaching and reference manual for this class will be $50. The optional On-The-Water training session will be held for all graduates the next day, weather permitting. To enroll, visit www.abc-cc.org/Boater-Education.
By Cyndi Brown, Public Information Officer | https://newbernnow.com/2022/03/happening-at-the-beaufort-maritime-museum.html?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=happening-at-the-beaufort-maritime-museum | 2022-04-01T00:05:44Z |
Report: US military must do more to avoid civilian deaths
WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. military needs to adjust its planning, training, targeting and use of weapons in order to better avoid widespread civilian deaths and damage such as the devastating 2017 battle to liberate the Syrian city of Raqqa from Islamic State militants, a new RAND report said Thursday.
The report requested by the Pentagon reflects criticism of the military's airstrike campaign that, according to some estimates, killed more than 1,600 civilians in Raqqa, as the U.S.-led coalition worked to destroy the Islamic State caliphate that wrested control of large swaths of Iraq and Syria.
Pentagon press secretary John Kirby said the report, which lays out a series of recommendations to improve military procedures and strategy, will be used as the department develops its own broader plan to reduce civlian harm.
“No other military works as hard as we do to mitigate civilian harm, and yet we still cause it,” said Kirby. ”We're going to continue to try to learn from past issues.”
RAND concluded that the battle for Raqqa provided important lessons.
Michael McNerney, lead author of the RAND report, called Raqqa “a cautionary tale about civilian harm in urban combat.” He said it "should serve as an extra incentive to the DoD to strengthen its policies and procedures to mitigate, document and respond to civilian harm.”
The RAND report noted that there has been a wide range of estimated civilian casualties during the seige, but also said it believes that 60%-80% of Raqqa was left uninhabitable by the time the city was liberated in October 2017.
Initially the U.S.-led coalition estimted that it was responsible for 38 incidents involving 240 civilian casualties — including 178 who were killed. A consortium of local Syrian and international groups, including Amnesty International and Airwars, put the number of casualties at a “high estimate” of 1,600, but said that about 774 of them could specifically be “verified” by data as the result of coalition action.
The report makes it clear that several thousand more civilians likely died, based on the number of bodies uncovered by U.S.-backed Syrian Democratic Forces, but many were probably killed by IS or other fighters on the ground.
“Our report focuses on U.S. actions in Raqqa, but the actions of the Syrian government and its Russian and Iranian partners undoubtedly contributed far more to civilian harm and suffering in Syria overall,” McNerney said.
The report noted that the challenges in Raqqa were compounded by limits on the number U.S. troops that could be there, as well as where they could be positioned. U.S. troops on the ground could have provided better targeting and civilian information, including on Islamic State militants' efforts to use civilians as human shields, the report said.
RAND recommended that the U.S. military provide more extensive training and guidance on the need to avoid civilian harm, and plan and execute operations in ways to achieve those goals. Changes could include improved planning, better assessments of potential collateral damage, increased mission rehearsals, improved intelligence gathering, and more selective use of air strikes and munitions that minimize bomb fragmentation. | https://news.yahoo.com/report-us-military-must-more-230620194.html | 2022-04-01T00:05:45Z |
CHICAGO (CBS) -- Time to meet this week's PAWS Pet of the Week, Georgie.This 7-year-old terrier mix is 60 pounds of fun and personality. If there's one thing he loves, it's food. Georgie will do anything for snacks and is food motivated to the point he would eat all day if you let him. According to his foster, he enjoys people cuddles, petting, and belly rubs. Georgie doesn't mind relaxing either, he can settle down and be calm in a home environment. If you're looking for an affectionate, attentive, and playful pup, then Georgie is the one for you. He can be selective with his doggy friends, so may need time to adjust to new pals. He would do best in a home with older children. Georgie, along with many other adorable dogs and cats, are available for adoption at PAWS Chicago through their In-Person Adoption Appointment Process. Visit pawschicago.org to learn more and schedule your appointment. | https://www.newsbreak.com/news/2556373952437/pet-lovers-rejoice-egg-paw-looza-returns-to-asa-bales-park-in-westfield | 2022-04-01T00:05:46Z |
Here is a look back at the most-read stories on Phoronix during Q1'22 with our daily content around Linux hardware, open-source news, and lots of benchmarking.
During this past quarter on Phoronix were 42 featured Linux hardware reviews written by your's truly as well as 729 original news articles pertaining to Linux/open-source happenings. Fresh new and original content each and everyday continues to be the norm. Sadly still being the norm are the challenges of the web advertising industry and continuing to be compounded by the COVID-19 pandemic on the industry and that of ad-blockers... Operations continue to be stretched thin here with being reliant on pay-per-impression web advertising to keep Linux hardware testing and the daily flow of news going ahead of Phoronix.com turning 18 years old in June. If you enjoy the daily content, consider showing your support by joining Phoronix Premium or making a PayPal tip. You can also keep up with the flow of original content via Twitter and Facebook.
The most popular featured multi-page articles/reviews for Q1 on Phoronix included:
Raspberry Pi OS 32-bit vs. 64-bit Performance
Last week marked the long awaited release of a 64-bit spin of Raspberry Pi OS. The Raspberry Pi Foundation has now made available a 64-bit build of their default Linux OS build derived from Debian for all recent Raspberry Pi hardware supporting AArch64. For those curious, here are some benchmarks looking at the performance improvement by switching from Raspberry Pi OS 32-bit to 64-bit.
AMD Makes A Compelling Case For Budget-Friendly Ryzen Dedicated Servers
While AMD EPYC processors offer phenomenal performance at the high-end for servers with up to 64 cores / 128 threads per socket, eight memory channels, and other features, not all server deployments call for such capabilities. In the lower-end dedicated web server rental space, budget web hosting, and similar personal / small office server space, AMD Ryzen processors can prove more than capable. Already some dedicated server providers are offering AMD Ryzen powered servers and more are expected to come soon -- especially with even more server-minded wares for Ryzen expected next generation. In looking at this space, we have been testing a number of AMD Ryzen processors recently compared to Intel Xeon E class competition for looking at the performance and value in the low-end dedicated server space.
For Linux Enthusiasts Especially, The Steam Deck Is An Incredible & Fun Device
Over the past nearly 18 years of running Phoronix, I have come across many interesting Linux-based products from Linux embedded in motherboards for instant-on use to the BlackDog USB port pen drive Linux servers to solar-powered super-computers in trash cans. The most fun and promising Linux-powered gaming device for the masses though is launching today: Valve's Steam Deck. I've been fortunate to be testing out this Arch Linux derived handheld game console the past month and it has been working out very well -- both as a portable Steam gaming device but making it even more compelling from the Linux enthusiast angle is its "developer mode" that effectively turns it into a general Linux handheld and also being free to load your own Linux distribution of choice.
Further Investigating The Raspberry Pi 32-bit vs. 64-bit Performance
Finally released earlier this month was the first official 64-bit build of Raspberry Pi OS, the official Debian-based operating system of the low-cost Raspberry Pi single board computers. Following that I posted some Raspberry Pi 32-bit vs. 64-bit benchmarks. Given that generated a fair amount of interest and also some open questions, here is round two of looking at the Raspberry Pi 32-bit vs. 64-bit performance including its impact on memory usage and thermals.
NVIDIA Linux Gaming Performance For Wayland vs. X.Org On Ubuntu 22.04
With NVIDIA's newly-introduced 510 Linux driver series paired with the latest XWayland and a modern Wayland compositor like the newest GNOME/Mutter packages, the NVIDIA (X)Wayland experience is in great shape and delivering comparable performance to a traditional X.Org session. The NVIDIA Wayland support with GBM usage has stabilized and appears to be in good shape for the upcoming Ubuntu 22.04 LTS release. Here are some benchmarks of the NVIDIA 510 driver on the current state of Ubuntu 22.04 LTS.
Linux Now Faster Than Windows 11 For Intel Core i9 12900K With Latest Kernel
Back in November when Intel's 12th Gen Core "Alder Lake" processors first launched I ran benchmarks across operating systems and found Windows 11 delivering better performance than Linux with the Core i9 12900K flagship processor. Fortunately, thanks to kernel improvements since Linux 5.16, that is largely no longer the case. Here is a fresh look at the i9-12900K performance under Ubuntu 22.04 daily with Linux 5.16 and 5.17-rc3 kernels tested as well and Clear Linux for Intel's very own reference Linux platform.
Windows vs. Linux Benchmarks For AMD Ryzen Server Performance
As a follow-up to last week's article looking at how AMD is making an interesting case for budget-friendly Ryzen dedicated servers and not only in Europe but throughout the world more hosting providers are offering cost-conscious AMD Ryzen powered dedicated server options, here is a look at how various Linux distributions run on an ASRock Rack based AMD Ryzen server up against Microsoft Windows.
Apple M1 Performance On Linux: Benchmarks Better Than Expected For Its Alpha State
Last Friday the crew at Asahi Linux led by Hector Martin released the first alpha release for running Linux on Apple Silicon hardware. I eagerly loaded up Asahi Linux on an M1-powered Apple Mac Mini knowing the various early limitations of the Linux kernel support that is still settling. Overall the Apple M1 Linux performance ended up exceeding my expectations for the performance in its early alpha state. Here are some benchmarks.
The Performance Impact Of AMD Changing Their Retpoline Method For Spectre V2
Made public this week was the Spectre-BHB / BHI vulnerability and while only Intel and Arm processors are currently believed to be impacted, in the course of that research the folks at VUSec discovered AMD's current Retpoline strategy for Spectre V2 mitigations is not adequate. This has led to a change in behavior for AMD processors and is already applied to the Linux kernel. Here is a look at what it means for desktop and server performance due to the change in return trampoline handling.
AMD EPYC 7773X "Milan-X" Benchmarks Show Very Strong HPC Performance Upgrade
While Milan-X was announced back in November, today is the day of the Milan-X embargo lift for reviewing these new processors and sharing more about these high-end server processors focused on delivering even greater performance for high performance computing (HPC) workloads. In this review is a look at the performance of the AMD EPYC 7773X series against other AMD EPYC parts and the Intel Xeon Scalable competition under Linux.
And the most popular original news articles on Phoronix for the quarter out of the 700+ published:
Massive ~2.3k Patch Series Would Improve Linux Build Times 50~80% & Fix "Dependency Hell"
Longtime Linux kernel developer Ingo Molnar posted a massive set of patches today: 2,297 patches that have been in the works since late 2020 and completely rework the Linux kernel's header file hierarchy. The goal of this "fast kernel headers" effort is to speed up kernel build times and also clean-up a lot of things in the process to address the "dependency hell".
Rust-Written Replacement To GNU Coreutils Progressing, Some Binaries Now Faster
Along with the broader industry trend of transitioning security-sensitive code to memory-safe languages like Rust, there has been an effort to write a Rust-based replacement to GNU Coreutils. For nearly a year that Rust Coreutils has been able to run a basic Debian system while more recently they have been increasing their level of GNU Coreutils compatibility and in some cases now even outperforming the upstream project.
Linux's getrandom() Sees A 8450% Improvement With Latest Code
The Linux kernel's random number generator code has been seeing a number of improvements recently led by Jason Donenfeld of WireGuard fame.
Less Than 10% Of Firefox Users On Linux Are Running Wayland
Thanks to Mozilla's Telemetry capabilities, there is some interesting insight to how many Linux desktop users are still relying on an X.Org (X11) Server without Wayland.
Fast Kernel Headers v2 Posted - Speeds Up Clang-Built Linux Kernel Build By ~88%
What may end up being one of the greatest Linux kernel features of 2022 is the recently published "Fast Kernel Headers" effort for cleaning up the kernel headers and dramatically speeding up Linux kernel builds both for absolute/clean and incremental builds. Fast Kernel Headers can cut the Linux kernel build time in half or greater and out this weekend are the v2 patches.
Linux Developers Discuss Deprecating & Removing ReiserFS
Besides no discussion in years over possibly upstreaming Reiser4 nor have any been brought up about eventually trying to mainline Reiser5, it looks like the original and feature-rich for its original time ReiserFS file-system could be on its way out of the Linux kernel in 2022.
Steam Deck Platform Driver Posted For The Linux Kernel
A Linux kernel driver was posted today for platform control support for Valve's upcoming Steam Deck.
Firefox 95 vs. Chrome 97 Browser Performance On Linux
With starting a new year, it's an interesting time to take a fresh look at how the latest Mozilla Firefox and Google Chrome web browsers are competing on the Linux desktop.
ReactOS "Open-Source Windows" Making Progress On SMP/Multi-Core Support
ReactOS as the open-source project striving for binary compatibility with Windows applications/drivers is still working away in 2022 on symmetric multi-processing (SMP) support.
AMD Ryzen 6000 Series Mobile CPUs Feature Microsoft's Pluton Security
Back in 2020 Microsoft announced their "Pluton" security chip that woulld be coming to future AMD, Intel, and Qualcomm processors. The Pluton security processor is designed to improve the system security under Windows and now we find out that AMD's forthcoming Ryzen 6000 "Rembrandt" mobile processors will be the first featuring this security feature that may prove controversial to Linux/open-source fans.
Numerous Linux/X11 Display Drivers Can No Longer Even Properly Build
While many Linux enthusiasts like to cite Linux's stellar support for older hardware platforms, in reality that isn't always the case. For instance with many old X.Org user-space mode-setting drivers for powering old graphics cards at least for display purposes, they can no longer even build with with modern toolchains / software components. Given the lack of bug reports around such issues, there are very likely few users trying some of these vintage hardware combinations.
Cemu Emulator Plans For 2022 With Going Open-Source, Aiming For Linux Support
Cemu as one of the leading Nintendo Wii U video game emulators is planning to go open-source this year and is also working on Linux support and related cross-platform advancements.
AMD Linux Kernel Graphics Driver Closing In On 4 Million Lines
For quite a while now the modern AMD Linux kernel graphics driver (AMDGPU/AMDKFD code) has been the single largest driver within the mainline Linux kernel code-base. It's been far larger than the other upstream kernel drivers given the complexities of modern GPUs and is only becoming even larger.
Google Has A Problem With Linux Server Reboots Too Slow Due To Too Many NVMe Drives
Hyperscaler problems these days? Linux servers taking too long to reboot due to having too many NVMe drives. Thankfully Google is working on an improvement to address this where some of their many-drive servers can take more than one minute for the Linux kernel to carry out its shutdown tasks while this work may benefit other users too albeit less notably.
Microsoft Has Another Go At Their DirectX Linux Kernel Driver
Microsoft on Tuesday posted a third iteration of their "DXGKRNL" Linux kernel driver for DirectX / Hyper-V compute support for use within Windows Subsystem for Linux / Windows Subsystem for Android.
Future Intel Systems To Reportedly Be Even Less Friendly For Open-Source Firmware
According to the Coreboot camp, future Intel systems with FSP 3.0 and Universal Scalable Firmware (USF) will be even less friendly for open-source system firmware.
Microsoft Reworks The "DXGKRNL" Driver It Wants To Get Into The Linux Kernel
Back in 2020 Microsoft announced the DXGKRNL driver as the kernel driver component for supporting GPU accelerated use-cases within Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL2). That original DXGKRNL driver was quickly shot down by upstream kernel developers and various issues raised while now for the past year Microsoft has been reworking this kernel driver and on Wednesday published the new version.
Linux Preparing To Finally Remove Support For The a.out Format
Back in 2019 the Linux kernel deprecated a.out support for that file format used several decades ago before ELF tookover. Now in 2022 it looks like that a.out code will be removed from the kernel.
Linux 5.18 Plans To Switch From C89 To C11/GNU11 C Version
When Linus Torvalds gets motivated and behind kernel changes, they tend to happen more quickly, with the latest example being the switching from the C89 language standard to C11 (GNU11). That change is now expected early on for the Linux 5.18 merge window.
The Worst Razer Mouse I've Tested In The Past 17 Years
Going back to the original Razer Copperhead mouse in 2005, I've tested many different Razer mice over the years and have exclusively used Razer mice on my main production system for basically as long. This week the scrollwheel physically broke on a Razer DeathAdder mouse I've used the past few years so quickly ordered a replacement, which sadly turned out to be the worst Razer mouse I've personally ever used, and replaced it a day later.
See you in Q2.
During this past quarter on Phoronix were 42 featured Linux hardware reviews written by your's truly as well as 729 original news articles pertaining to Linux/open-source happenings. Fresh new and original content each and everyday continues to be the norm. Sadly still being the norm are the challenges of the web advertising industry and continuing to be compounded by the COVID-19 pandemic on the industry and that of ad-blockers... Operations continue to be stretched thin here with being reliant on pay-per-impression web advertising to keep Linux hardware testing and the daily flow of news going ahead of Phoronix.com turning 18 years old in June. If you enjoy the daily content, consider showing your support by joining Phoronix Premium or making a PayPal tip. You can also keep up with the flow of original content via Twitter and Facebook.
The most popular featured multi-page articles/reviews for Q1 on Phoronix included:
Raspberry Pi OS 32-bit vs. 64-bit Performance
Last week marked the long awaited release of a 64-bit spin of Raspberry Pi OS. The Raspberry Pi Foundation has now made available a 64-bit build of their default Linux OS build derived from Debian for all recent Raspberry Pi hardware supporting AArch64. For those curious, here are some benchmarks looking at the performance improvement by switching from Raspberry Pi OS 32-bit to 64-bit.
AMD Makes A Compelling Case For Budget-Friendly Ryzen Dedicated Servers
While AMD EPYC processors offer phenomenal performance at the high-end for servers with up to 64 cores / 128 threads per socket, eight memory channels, and other features, not all server deployments call for such capabilities. In the lower-end dedicated web server rental space, budget web hosting, and similar personal / small office server space, AMD Ryzen processors can prove more than capable. Already some dedicated server providers are offering AMD Ryzen powered servers and more are expected to come soon -- especially with even more server-minded wares for Ryzen expected next generation. In looking at this space, we have been testing a number of AMD Ryzen processors recently compared to Intel Xeon E class competition for looking at the performance and value in the low-end dedicated server space.
For Linux Enthusiasts Especially, The Steam Deck Is An Incredible & Fun Device
Over the past nearly 18 years of running Phoronix, I have come across many interesting Linux-based products from Linux embedded in motherboards for instant-on use to the BlackDog USB port pen drive Linux servers to solar-powered super-computers in trash cans. The most fun and promising Linux-powered gaming device for the masses though is launching today: Valve's Steam Deck. I've been fortunate to be testing out this Arch Linux derived handheld game console the past month and it has been working out very well -- both as a portable Steam gaming device but making it even more compelling from the Linux enthusiast angle is its "developer mode" that effectively turns it into a general Linux handheld and also being free to load your own Linux distribution of choice.
Further Investigating The Raspberry Pi 32-bit vs. 64-bit Performance
Finally released earlier this month was the first official 64-bit build of Raspberry Pi OS, the official Debian-based operating system of the low-cost Raspberry Pi single board computers. Following that I posted some Raspberry Pi 32-bit vs. 64-bit benchmarks. Given that generated a fair amount of interest and also some open questions, here is round two of looking at the Raspberry Pi 32-bit vs. 64-bit performance including its impact on memory usage and thermals.
NVIDIA Linux Gaming Performance For Wayland vs. X.Org On Ubuntu 22.04
With NVIDIA's newly-introduced 510 Linux driver series paired with the latest XWayland and a modern Wayland compositor like the newest GNOME/Mutter packages, the NVIDIA (X)Wayland experience is in great shape and delivering comparable performance to a traditional X.Org session. The NVIDIA Wayland support with GBM usage has stabilized and appears to be in good shape for the upcoming Ubuntu 22.04 LTS release. Here are some benchmarks of the NVIDIA 510 driver on the current state of Ubuntu 22.04 LTS.
Linux Now Faster Than Windows 11 For Intel Core i9 12900K With Latest Kernel
Back in November when Intel's 12th Gen Core "Alder Lake" processors first launched I ran benchmarks across operating systems and found Windows 11 delivering better performance than Linux with the Core i9 12900K flagship processor. Fortunately, thanks to kernel improvements since Linux 5.16, that is largely no longer the case. Here is a fresh look at the i9-12900K performance under Ubuntu 22.04 daily with Linux 5.16 and 5.17-rc3 kernels tested as well and Clear Linux for Intel's very own reference Linux platform.
Windows vs. Linux Benchmarks For AMD Ryzen Server Performance
As a follow-up to last week's article looking at how AMD is making an interesting case for budget-friendly Ryzen dedicated servers and not only in Europe but throughout the world more hosting providers are offering cost-conscious AMD Ryzen powered dedicated server options, here is a look at how various Linux distributions run on an ASRock Rack based AMD Ryzen server up against Microsoft Windows.
Apple M1 Performance On Linux: Benchmarks Better Than Expected For Its Alpha State
Last Friday the crew at Asahi Linux led by Hector Martin released the first alpha release for running Linux on Apple Silicon hardware. I eagerly loaded up Asahi Linux on an M1-powered Apple Mac Mini knowing the various early limitations of the Linux kernel support that is still settling. Overall the Apple M1 Linux performance ended up exceeding my expectations for the performance in its early alpha state. Here are some benchmarks.
The Performance Impact Of AMD Changing Their Retpoline Method For Spectre V2
Made public this week was the Spectre-BHB / BHI vulnerability and while only Intel and Arm processors are currently believed to be impacted, in the course of that research the folks at VUSec discovered AMD's current Retpoline strategy for Spectre V2 mitigations is not adequate. This has led to a change in behavior for AMD processors and is already applied to the Linux kernel. Here is a look at what it means for desktop and server performance due to the change in return trampoline handling.
AMD EPYC 7773X "Milan-X" Benchmarks Show Very Strong HPC Performance Upgrade
While Milan-X was announced back in November, today is the day of the Milan-X embargo lift for reviewing these new processors and sharing more about these high-end server processors focused on delivering even greater performance for high performance computing (HPC) workloads. In this review is a look at the performance of the AMD EPYC 7773X series against other AMD EPYC parts and the Intel Xeon Scalable competition under Linux.
And the most popular original news articles on Phoronix for the quarter out of the 700+ published:
Massive ~2.3k Patch Series Would Improve Linux Build Times 50~80% & Fix "Dependency Hell"
Longtime Linux kernel developer Ingo Molnar posted a massive set of patches today: 2,297 patches that have been in the works since late 2020 and completely rework the Linux kernel's header file hierarchy. The goal of this "fast kernel headers" effort is to speed up kernel build times and also clean-up a lot of things in the process to address the "dependency hell".
Rust-Written Replacement To GNU Coreutils Progressing, Some Binaries Now Faster
Along with the broader industry trend of transitioning security-sensitive code to memory-safe languages like Rust, there has been an effort to write a Rust-based replacement to GNU Coreutils. For nearly a year that Rust Coreutils has been able to run a basic Debian system while more recently they have been increasing their level of GNU Coreutils compatibility and in some cases now even outperforming the upstream project.
Linux's getrandom() Sees A 8450% Improvement With Latest Code
The Linux kernel's random number generator code has been seeing a number of improvements recently led by Jason Donenfeld of WireGuard fame.
Less Than 10% Of Firefox Users On Linux Are Running Wayland
Thanks to Mozilla's Telemetry capabilities, there is some interesting insight to how many Linux desktop users are still relying on an X.Org (X11) Server without Wayland.
Fast Kernel Headers v2 Posted - Speeds Up Clang-Built Linux Kernel Build By ~88%
What may end up being one of the greatest Linux kernel features of 2022 is the recently published "Fast Kernel Headers" effort for cleaning up the kernel headers and dramatically speeding up Linux kernel builds both for absolute/clean and incremental builds. Fast Kernel Headers can cut the Linux kernel build time in half or greater and out this weekend are the v2 patches.
Linux Developers Discuss Deprecating & Removing ReiserFS
Besides no discussion in years over possibly upstreaming Reiser4 nor have any been brought up about eventually trying to mainline Reiser5, it looks like the original and feature-rich for its original time ReiserFS file-system could be on its way out of the Linux kernel in 2022.
Steam Deck Platform Driver Posted For The Linux Kernel
A Linux kernel driver was posted today for platform control support for Valve's upcoming Steam Deck.
Firefox 95 vs. Chrome 97 Browser Performance On Linux
With starting a new year, it's an interesting time to take a fresh look at how the latest Mozilla Firefox and Google Chrome web browsers are competing on the Linux desktop.
ReactOS "Open-Source Windows" Making Progress On SMP/Multi-Core Support
ReactOS as the open-source project striving for binary compatibility with Windows applications/drivers is still working away in 2022 on symmetric multi-processing (SMP) support.
AMD Ryzen 6000 Series Mobile CPUs Feature Microsoft's Pluton Security
Back in 2020 Microsoft announced their "Pluton" security chip that woulld be coming to future AMD, Intel, and Qualcomm processors. The Pluton security processor is designed to improve the system security under Windows and now we find out that AMD's forthcoming Ryzen 6000 "Rembrandt" mobile processors will be the first featuring this security feature that may prove controversial to Linux/open-source fans.
Numerous Linux/X11 Display Drivers Can No Longer Even Properly Build
While many Linux enthusiasts like to cite Linux's stellar support for older hardware platforms, in reality that isn't always the case. For instance with many old X.Org user-space mode-setting drivers for powering old graphics cards at least for display purposes, they can no longer even build with with modern toolchains / software components. Given the lack of bug reports around such issues, there are very likely few users trying some of these vintage hardware combinations.
Cemu Emulator Plans For 2022 With Going Open-Source, Aiming For Linux Support
Cemu as one of the leading Nintendo Wii U video game emulators is planning to go open-source this year and is also working on Linux support and related cross-platform advancements.
AMD Linux Kernel Graphics Driver Closing In On 4 Million Lines
For quite a while now the modern AMD Linux kernel graphics driver (AMDGPU/AMDKFD code) has been the single largest driver within the mainline Linux kernel code-base. It's been far larger than the other upstream kernel drivers given the complexities of modern GPUs and is only becoming even larger.
Google Has A Problem With Linux Server Reboots Too Slow Due To Too Many NVMe Drives
Hyperscaler problems these days? Linux servers taking too long to reboot due to having too many NVMe drives. Thankfully Google is working on an improvement to address this where some of their many-drive servers can take more than one minute for the Linux kernel to carry out its shutdown tasks while this work may benefit other users too albeit less notably.
Microsoft Has Another Go At Their DirectX Linux Kernel Driver
Microsoft on Tuesday posted a third iteration of their "DXGKRNL" Linux kernel driver for DirectX / Hyper-V compute support for use within Windows Subsystem for Linux / Windows Subsystem for Android.
Future Intel Systems To Reportedly Be Even Less Friendly For Open-Source Firmware
According to the Coreboot camp, future Intel systems with FSP 3.0 and Universal Scalable Firmware (USF) will be even less friendly for open-source system firmware.
Microsoft Reworks The "DXGKRNL" Driver It Wants To Get Into The Linux Kernel
Back in 2020 Microsoft announced the DXGKRNL driver as the kernel driver component for supporting GPU accelerated use-cases within Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL2). That original DXGKRNL driver was quickly shot down by upstream kernel developers and various issues raised while now for the past year Microsoft has been reworking this kernel driver and on Wednesday published the new version.
Linux Preparing To Finally Remove Support For The a.out Format
Back in 2019 the Linux kernel deprecated a.out support for that file format used several decades ago before ELF tookover. Now in 2022 it looks like that a.out code will be removed from the kernel.
Linux 5.18 Plans To Switch From C89 To C11/GNU11 C Version
When Linus Torvalds gets motivated and behind kernel changes, they tend to happen more quickly, with the latest example being the switching from the C89 language standard to C11 (GNU11). That change is now expected early on for the Linux 5.18 merge window.
The Worst Razer Mouse I've Tested In The Past 17 Years
Going back to the original Razer Copperhead mouse in 2005, I've tested many different Razer mice over the years and have exclusively used Razer mice on my main production system for basically as long. This week the scrollwheel physically broke on a Razer DeathAdder mouse I've used the past few years so quickly ordered a replacement, which sadly turned out to be the worst Razer mouse I've personally ever used, and replaced it a day later.
See you in Q2. | https://www.phoronix.com/scan.php?page=news_item&px=Q1-2022-Recap | 2022-04-01T00:05:46Z |
UK government will ban gay conversion therapy, changing previous plan -report
LONDON, March 31 (Reuters) - The UK government will ban conversion therapy for gay or bisexual people in England and Wales, but not for transgender people, ITV reported on Thursday.
Hours earlier the government had confirmed an ITV report it would drop a plan to introduce legislation to ban LGBT conversion therapy and would instead review how existing law could be utilised more effectively to prevent it.
That prompted an angry response from LGBT groups and some lawmakers.
"The Prime Minister has changed his mind off the back of the reaction to our report and he WILL now ban conversion therapy after all," ITV political reporter Paul Brand tweeted.
"Senior Govt source absolutely assures me it'll be in Queen's Speech (of planned legislation). But only gay conversion therapy, not trans," he said.
A Downing Street spokesperson declined to comment.
Prime Minister Boris Johnson's government has come under increasing pressure on the issue after former leader Theresa May vowed in 2018 to eradicate a procedure that aims to change or suppress someone's sexual orientation or gender identity.
In May last year, when the government set out its post-pandemic parliamentary agenda, it said measures would be brought forward to prevent these "abhorrent practices which can cause mental and physical harm", starting with a consultation on how best to protect people and how to eliminate coercive practices. (Reporting by James Davey; Editing by David Gregorio and Rosalba O'Brien) | https://www.dailymail.co.uk/wires/reuters/article-10674379/UK-government-ban-gay-conversion-therapy-changing-previous-plan-report.html?ns_mchannel=rss&ns_campaign=1490&ito=1490 | 2022-04-01T00:05:46Z |
The counting is over in the second union election at an Amazon warehouse in Bessemer, Alabama. But it's too close to call.
There were 993 "no" votes and 875 "yes" votes, but more than 400 contested ballots remain. According to the National Labor Relations Board, there will be a hearing within a few weeks to decide if any of the challenged ballots will be opened and counted.
More than 6,100 workers were eligible to vote in the do-over election, which was ordered after the NLRB found that Amazon had improperly interfered in last year's tally.
Turnout in this year's vote was down from last year when over half of eligible voters cast ballots. But among those who actually voted this time around, there was greater support for the union. Last year, workers voted more than 2-to-1 against joining the Retail, Wholesale and Department Store Union, a well-established national union.
"This time around we were able to educate more about unions," said Jennifer Bates, a warehouse employee, noting that organizers were able to get closer to workers now that the pandemic has eased.
The RWDSU called for every vote to be counted.
"The tenacity and courage of these workers never wavered in this unnecessarily long process," said RWDSU president Stuart Appelbaum in a statement. "Workers will have to wait just a little bit longer to ensure their voices are heard."
Meanwhile in a separate Amazon union election on Staten Island in New York, the vote count will continue Friday morning. Roughly 8,000 workers were eligible to vote on whether to join the Amazon Labor Union, an upstart organization led by former and current Amazon warehouse employees. With ballots still to count, the union is in the lead, with 1,518 voting yes so far, and 1,154 voting no.
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Some California renters will receive three more months of eviction protection
Lawmakers passed the bill hours before the eviction moratorium was set to expire.
California extended its eviction moratorium until June 30 in an emergency bill lawmakers approved Thursday, giving government officials another three months to disburse rent relief payments for tenants who have experienced financial hardship due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
After a Thursday morning floor vote, the Senate immediately sent Assembly Bill 2179 to Lt. Gov. Eleni Kounalakis, who became the first woman in California history to sign a measure into law. Kounalakis is filling in for Gov. Gavin Newsom after he left the state Wednesday night on a family vacation. Acting governors have rarely taken action on legislation in the past.
The extension highlights the bureaucratic challenges thousands of California tenants and landlords have faced over the last year in applying and getting approved for billions of dollars in emergency rent relief. It also puts pressure on the state and local jurisdictions responsible for administering the funds to quickly get the aid out the door before July 1.
Assemblymember Tim Grayson, a Concord Democrat and one of Assembly Bill 2179’s authors, said Californians who qualify for assistance should not be punished with eviction while they wait for payments to be processed through a system that both Republicans and Democrats have criticized.
“We are not going to allow Californians to suffer, to lose their homes or even their income because of application processing times,” Grayson said.
Legislators finalized AB 2179 hours before the moratorium was scheduled to expire and evictions could resume on Friday, the latest in a string of eleventh-hour deals over the last two years to extend relief before a deadline. The state’s protections technically ended at the end of September. But to proceed with an eviction between Oct. 1 and March 31, landlords had to apply for financial assistance before they could file a complaint.
The extension will not cover every renter who is behind on their payments, only those who have submitted an application by Thursday and are waiting on the aid.
“There’s no question that many people are being left behind in this legislation,” state Sen. Ben Allen (D-Santa Monica) said during a Thursday Senate floor vote. “We are supporting this even though we know this is not complete legislation because we know it’s important for those who will be helped.”
California received $5.2 billion last year from the federal government and established the program to keep renters housed and landlords out of debt. The state was responsible for administering around $2.6 billion for the state-run system, while local governments that set up their own programs were responsible for the rest.
A separate program was established to help homeowners who had fallen behind on their payments during the pandemic, using $1 billion in federal aid.
Fewer than half of the 506,796 household applications submitted to the state’s rent relief program have been served, according to a dashboard that tracks the program. The average assistance per recipient totals $11,443, and the state has so far disbursed more than $2.5 billion. The dashboard does not provide data for how much the locally run programs have administered, though some jurisdictions that started with their own system have since joined the state’s effort.
The state-run program allows both landlords and tenants to apply and promised to pay up to 100% of rent and utility in arrears. Low-income residents hardest hit by the pandemic and most likely to be evicted were prioritized.
A state law approved in February, however, eased restrictions on who qualified for relief and allowed for state funds to be used to quicken the pace and reduce the backlog of applications. California in November also requested another $1.9 billion for the program from the U.S. Department of the Treasury and has so far received $200 million, though state officials said more is expected.
“The department remains absolutely committed to paying every eligible applicant,” said Geoffrey Ross, a deputy director at the state Department of Housing and Community Development.
Ross said the department’s goal is to finalize payments by “early summer.”
But during legislative hearings this week, lawmakers raised a list of concerns about how the program has functioned. They argued that there has not been enough outreach to make the public aware of the program, and that non-English speakers have struggled to navigate the application process. They requested that more staff be added to fulfill the program’s commitments and questioned whether the state could make the June 30 deadline.
“It’s almost like a facade, it’s almost theatrics,” said state Sen. Steven Bradford (D-Gardena) during a Wednesday hearing, referring to government having funds for the program but not the infrastructure to send the cash out quickly.
“We are here today because of poor staffing and poor preparation for this. So I think that should be a priority,” Bradford said.
Assemblymember Buffy Wicks, an Oakland Democrat and the bill’s other author, said the Legislature first had to pass AB 2179 to ensure renters could stay housed. Then the Legislature should analyze whether the program “has been run effectively,” she said.
“I think we as a body need to have those conversations to ensure that if we are putting forward social safety net programs, that we are implementing those successfully and that we are helping the folks that we need and intend to,” Wicks said.
Other concerns remain.
Gary DeLong, a board member of the California Rental Housing Assn., a group that opposed AB 2179, said small property owners have been “devastated” during the pandemic.
DeLong said the rent relief program is riddled with issues, and that an extension could force small landlords to sell their properties.
“We are hoping [the extension] will only affect a small number of people since the applications have to be filed by March 31,” he said. “And we are encouraging our smaller members to hang in there. Hopefully, the end is in sight.”
Daniel Yukelson, the executive director of the Apartment Assn. of Greater Los Angeles, also argued that “landlords are dying under this financial pressure.”
“There have been no resources really provided to rental property owners throughout this process,” he said. “It’s always been unbalanced and heavily favoring the tenants. It’s just not fair.”
But tenant advocates claim the opposite and have argued that AB 2179 falls short of what the state should do to keep tenants housed. One of their concerns is that the proposal contains a preemption clause, meaning it would supersede some — but not all — local eviction moratoriums, depending on when they were passed. It is a provision in the bill that helped reduce opposition from powerful groups such as the California Apartment Assn.
The Alliance of Californians for Community Empowerment said AB 2179 would help initiate evictions and, therefore, worsen homelessness.
“Families did their part by sheltering in place to keep us all safe, at the cost of losing their livelihoods,” the group’s statement included. “The least California leadership can do is to ensure the success of their multibillion-dollar rent relief program by continuing to allow people to apply, lifting local preemptions, extending the eviction protections, and ultimately, keeping families in their homes.”
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SILVER CREEK, N.Y. (WIVB) – Children from kindergarten to second grade were locked in what’s been described as an “isolation room” at an elementary school outside Buffalo, New York, a district administrator wrote in a letter to the school board earlier this week.
The letter states that at least five students at Silver Creek Elementary School, including a kindergartner, have been “inhumanely and illegally locked or barricaded in an isolation cell.”
“I have been fighting all year to keep children out of the isolation cell,” wrote Jay Hall, the assistant director of elementary programming on Monday.
Hall described the room as a “cold, cinder block jail-like cell,” and said, “It should never, even for one second, be used in any capacity to redirect or punish any child at any time.”
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“Children as young as 5 years old are being blockaded and locked in the isolation cell, kicking the door, pounding on glass with their fists, banging their heads, crying profusely, pleading to be freed, all with complicit staff members standing by and watching,” Hall said.
Parents got wind of the letter and started posting complaints on Facebook this week. “You better pray we never find out that our son has ever been put in one of these so called cells!!” wrote one parent.
On Wednesday, the school district issued a statement, saying in part:
“The District is aware that this morning there were concerns raised on social media pertaining to our Elementary School. The District’s most important priority is the safety and security of all District students and staff. We take any concerns and allegations regarding student safety and their wellbeing as the top priority.”
The district said a law firm, which also acts as counsel for the school board, is investigating the allegations. Superintendent Todd A. Crandall said he hopes to have a report by the end of the week.
Kerry Vasquezmarte, a district parent, said the concerns aren’t new. She said her special-needs daughter was locked in a room several times as a pre-K student at the elementary school. She said a classmate witnessed her daughter being dragged by her arms through a hallway.
Vasquezmarte said her daughter cried when she confronted her about the incident and still has nightmares. She said she met with a teacher and Superintendent Crandall over a year ago to discuss the isolation techniques.
“And all he did was blame my child during the meeting,” Vasquezmarte said. “And I said numerous times to get my child, I was taking her home, she’s not being locked in a room. It took me threatening him for him to finally radio down to wherever to retrieve my kid.”
Vasquezmarte said she eventually pulled her child out of pre-K and homeschooled her during the kindergarten year. Her daughter is back at the elementary school for first grade with a “fantastic” teacher, Vasquezmarte said.
“I was only made aware of any concern on Friday, March 18,” Crandall said. “I can’t comment on something from years ago.”
Crandall said the law firm had an attorney on site Wednesday to conduct interviews. The attorney was also on school district property Thursday.
“We are not about hiding anything or trying to cover up anything,” Crandall said. “Student and staff safety is paramount, and we look forward to hearing the results so that if need be we can address any protocol or procedures as needed.”
The New York State Department of Education says it could not confirm or deny that the state was looking into these claims. The Chautauqua County Sheriff’s Office said it is not investigating the claims at the school because no one has made a formal complaint. | https://www.abc27.com/national/elementary-students-locked-in-isolation-room-as-discipline-administrator-says/ | 2022-04-01T00:05:47Z |
WEST SALEM, Wis. (WXOW) -- The West Salem School District asked for an additional $2.5 million in the 2022 non-recurring referendum.
Superintendent Ryan Rieber explained that the successes of the 2019 referendum, such as paying off debt and saving money, have impacted the planning of the new referendum.
The referendum is planned for $2.5 million for the 2022-24 school years and $2.75 million for the 2024-25 school year while lowering school taxes.
"Those are historically low mill rates. They're mill rates we've never seen in the West Salem community," Rieber said. "Part of that's because of us being advantageous and utilizing the funds that we are getting from our community before strategically putting that money to places to make sure we could come back and do this."
Money from the 2022 referendum would go toward maintenance, educational programs and paying competitive salaries to staff.
"As we look going forward into the next three years and the referendum that's on the ballot here starting next Tuesday, is really we have a lot of those same goals in mind," Rieber said. "Going forward, we have some maintenance needs that we have in the district - mainly looking at building new roofs on our elementary school and our high school."
Voting on the referendum will take place on April 5.
Visit West Salem's website for an in-depth explanation of the 2022 referendum. | https://www.wxow.com/news/2022-west-salem-school-district-referendum/article_a5c1dbec-b135-11ec-b9d5-b3620596a737.html | 2022-04-01T00:05:47Z |
Yet Putin and others around him no doubt see it differently. From their perspective, Russia is a global power surrounded by outright adversaries and frenemies like China. It has vast mineral wealth and a large military but also suffers from endemic economic and demographic weaknesses. The imperative to expand its borders as a means to defend them stretches back at least as far as Catherine the Great. Plus, Putin has faced few consequences for his prior adventurism. Throw in an erroneous assumption that all Russian speakers yearn for the motherland, and going for broke now may well seem like a viable political choice.
Clearly, the war isn’t going according to plan for the Kremlin. The West has also displayed more resolve than the reaction to Putin’s earlier excursions signaled.
These setbacks, combined with Putin’s worldview, help explain why he would risk even more damage to Russia by threatening to halt natural gas sales.
This week, the threat came in the guise of a reiterated demand that European buyers pay for gas in rubles rather than euros or dollars. There is a monetary angle to this, forcing buyers to sell hard currency and buy the battered ruble. But the main motivation is to remind those buyers who is heating their homes — and who controls the tap.
As it is, the Kremlin announced Thursday a convoluted plan whereby customers effectively keep paying in euros and dollars, but via designated accounts in Russia that convert that to rubles. Putin, it seems, wasn’t quite ready to follow through on his ultimatum.
Nor should he be. Like the nuclear weapons he has brandished rhetorically, an actual cutoff would entail some mutually assured destruction.
Putin’s war has pushed the European Union to radically rethink its long-term energy relationship with Russia, one that has endured for half a century, even during the Cold War. The incentive remains for both sides not to rock the boat too much. Europe still depends on Siberian gas, which is why it hasn’t sanctioned it. And Russia still relies on payments for it. Indeed, gas payments have risen in importance, according to Thane Gustafson, author of a history of the gas relationship with Europe. His rough math suggests that the share of gas in Russia’s hydrocarbon export revenue — which accounts for more than half of exports overall — has risen to half amid all this disruption, up from a typical level of one-fifth. He adds:
The irony is that one of the bigger investments under Putin has been the development of gas infrastructure to serve the European market for another generation. Yamal, Blue Stream, Nord Stream. All of that is now in ruins.
The economic and social impact in Europe of a prolonged cutoff, including the likelihood of a deep recession, would mark a big escalation of the conflict. Tempting as it may be to see a cutoff as just tit-for-tat following the sanctions on Russia, that ignores the fact that the original “tat” was the brutal and ongoing attack on Ukraine. In any case, if Putin does actually cut off supply, with all that entails, it perhaps should be read as a sign of desperation. Or that whatever method there may have been in his madness, madness has become the method.
More From Writers at Bloomberg Opinion:
• Russia’s Other War of Attrition Is Against Europe: John Authers
• Putin’s New Alter Ego Is Igor Strelkov: Leonid Bershidsky
• Chechen Wars Foreshadow Putin’s Next Move: Clara Ferreira Marques
This column does not necessarily reflect the opinion of the editorial board or Bloomberg LP and its owners.
Liam Denning is a Bloomberg Opinion columnist covering energy, mining and commodities. He previously was editor of the Wall Street Journal’s Heard on the Street column and wrote for the Financial Times’ Lex column. He was also an investment banker.
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