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Authorities in Northern California say the body found in a car in a lake over the weekend belongs to 16-year-old Kiely Rodni.
On Tuesday, the Nevada County Sheriff's Office said the girl's identity was confirmed during an autopsy conducted by the department's coroner.
"The Placer County Sheriff's Office and the Nevada County Sheriff’s Office are in communication with Kiely’s family and offer our deepest condolences to them during this extremely difficult time," the department said in a statement on its Facebook page.
USA Today reported that officials have not released information about how the Truckee, California, teen's vehicle ended up in the water.
Rodni was reported missing on Aug. 6, after she attended a party with 200-300 others at a Sierra Nevada campground, the Associated Press reported.
On Sunday, Placer County Sheriff's Office said the search-and-rescue group Adventures with Purpose notified them after they found a body in a car 14 feet below Lake Prosser’s surface, near where the teen went missing.
Authorities have not released her cause and manner of death, and the results from toxicology reports are still pending, the news outlets reported. | https://www.katc.com/news/national/coroner-identifies-body-found-in-california-lake-belongs-to-missing-teen | 2022-08-24T13:22:51Z | katc.com | control | https://www.katc.com/news/national/coroner-identifies-body-found-in-california-lake-belongs-to-missing-teen | 1 | 1 | green-iguana-35 | null |
UVALDE, Texas (AP) — Uvalde’s embattled district police chief is set to face becoming the first officer to lose his job over the slow and bungled law enforcement response to one of the deadliest classroom shootings in U.S. history.
The Uvalde Consolidated Independent School District board will decide Wednesday in a rescheduled meeting from July on Pete Arredondo’s future, three months to the day after a gunman killed 19 children and two teachers while hundreds of police officers waited in the hallway of Robb Elementary and outside the campus.
CNN reported the meeting is slated to start at 5:30 p.m. CT, first allowing comments from the public to be heard before going into a closed session to decide Arredondo's possible termination.
Arredondo, who has been on administrative leave since June, has faced heavy criticism for his handling of the May 24 tragedy.
A nearly 80-page report released in July criticized Arredondo for not taking charge of the scene and wasting "precious time" by looking for a key to a likely unlocked door.
The Department of Justice has been reviewing the law enforcement agency's response to the massacre. According to the report, it took nearly an hour after the shooting began for the gunman to be confronted.
Meanwhile, questions remain as Uvalde students are set to begin a new school year on Sept. 6.
School officials say the Robb Elementary campus will no longer be used, stating that classes for the elementary students will take place in temporary classrooms at various campuses in the town. | https://www.katc.com/news/national/uvalde-school-board-to-consider-firing-district-police-chief | 2022-08-24T13:22:57Z | katc.com | control | https://www.katc.com/news/national/uvalde-school-board-to-consider-firing-district-police-chief | 1 | 1 | green-iguana-35 | null |
A Chattanooga woman is taking her love for the outdoors and using it to empower people around her.
"I had two paddleboards and an idea, that's all I started with," said Outshine Adventures Sunshine Loveless. "I started taking padddleboard tours."
Loveless loves anything outdoors.
"I've always wanted to have adventures," said Loveless. "That's what fills my cup and feeds my soul."
For several years, she tried living her day-to-day life in a more traditional fashion as a social worker.
"I feel like I'm making a difference but I'm not happy," said Loveless. "I have a mortgage, I've got car bills, I've got everything you're supposed to have as an adult and I'm utterly miserable and then I get lung cancer."
She said the lung cancer diagnosis served as a wake-up call and she decided to start living a life of adventure.
"We got yoga hikes, we got this, we got that, we have a lot of things coming up," said Loveless.
Now after founding and running Outshine Adventures for five yeras, she's hoping to empower other people to break out of their norm and pursue more natural endeavors.
"We're all very programmed in this world," said Loveless. "We're taught to go to school, get a job, trade our time for a paycheck, and many of us are are okay with that. Wait for retirement, count down the days."
She said whether it's doing yoga or paddleboarding or hostin gher first-ever women's camping retreat this fall, she hopes she can fulfill everyone's cup of getting out in nature.
"If I'm doing my job right, you walk away saying 'I want to buy a paddleboard. I want to do this. This felt awesome,'" said Loveless.
She said registration for the women's fall retreat is full, but there will be registration open for anothe retreat next spring.
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A 61-year old postal carrier died after being attacked by five dogs in rural northern Florida over the weekend, sheriff's officials said.
The postal worker, identified as Pamela Jane Rock of Melrose, was in the Interlachen Lake Estates area Sunday after her vehicle broke down, according to the Putnam County Sheriff's Office.
Residents heard a woman scream for help and went outside to find Rock on the ground with five dogs attacking her, witnesses told the Sheriff's Office. The dogs' owners and several neighbors rushed to pull the dogs off Rock.
"One of the neighbors even brought his firearm along and fired several shots into the air and to the ground in an attempt to disrupt the attack," Putnam County Sheriff Chief Deputy Colonel Joseph Wells said at a news conference Tuesday.
The attempt was unsuccessful, and the neighbors and the owners had to physically remove the dogs from Rock, according to Wells. By the time deputies arrived, the dogs were back at their owner's property. The postal carrier was on the ground, bleeding severely, the sheriff's office said.
Deputies applied tourniquets and provided first aid until rescue units arrived. Rock was transported to a nearby hospital and then flown to a trauma center in Gainesville in critical condition. She succumbed to her injuries Monday evening, the sheriff's office said.
More than 5,400 postal employees were attacked by dogs in the United States in 2021, according to data released by the US Postal Service in June. Florida was one of the top 10 states for dog bites, with 201 incidents reported last year, according to USPS.
Wells said the investigation into the incident is "very active."
"We are in frequent communications with the state attorney's office as we explore options as far as possible criminal cases as this case continues," he said.
An initial investigation revealed the dogs escaped from a fenced yard after they were able to move rocks lining the fence, according to Wells.
After the attack, animal control workers were called to the scene and took custody of the five dogs that witnesses identified as being involved in the attack. The owner relinquished custody of the dogs, who will be euthanized humanely, according to the sheriff's office.
Wells said the sheriff's office and animal control have responded to the neighborhood several times previously for animal calls though it's unclear if the calls involved the same dogs.
"We have talked to those witnesses and we are working to confirm that these dogs are one and the same," Wells said. "We believe that there have been other calls for service regarding these dogs and we are reviewing these calls right now."
Neighbors told CNN affiliate News4JAX that the dogs have been a nuisance for a while, saying the animals are known to hop the fence or come out from underneath it.
"Our hearts are with the victim and her family as they navigate through this tragic event," Putnam County Sheriff H.D. DeLoach said. "It is imperative that dog owners take responsibility in keeping their animals in a secured location for their safety and those around."
The USPS recommends keeping dogs inside the house, behind a fence, away from the door or on a leash when postal workers drop off mail. The postal service also recommends that children do not take mail directly from the postal carrier as dogs could view the carrier as a threat.
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A federal judge in Texas has blocked Department of Health and Human Services guidance that medical providers who are required to provide emergency care to pregnant patients regardless of their ability to pay for it under a 1986 law must also provide abortion services in life-threatening or health-saving situations and will be protected if those actions violate state law.
On Tuesday, US District Court Judge James Wesley Hendrix ruled that the guidance, which cites the Emergency Medical Treatment and Active Labor Act (EMTALA), was "unauthorized."
"That guidance goes well beyond EMTALA's text, which protects both mothers and unborn children, is silent as to abortion, and preempts state law only when the two directly conflict. Since the statute is silent on the question, the Guidance cannot answer how doctors should weigh risks to both a mother and her unborn child. Nor can it, in doing so, create a conflict with state law where one does not exist," Hendrix wrote in his opinion granting a preliminary injunction against HHS enforcing the guidance in Texas or against members of the American Association of Pro-Life Obstetricians & Gynecologists or Christian Medical & Dental Associations.
"Under HHS's reading, if the doctor initially determines that the unborn child does not have an emergency medical condition, the doctor must then close his or her eyes to the unborn child's health for the remainder of the treatment. This directly conflicts with the doctor's ongoing duty to provide care for both the mother and the unborn child when stabilizing a pregnant woman," the judge said. "Because the doctor has a duty to both, EMTALA does not require the doctor to introduce an emergency medical condition to one in order to stabilize the other. Again, EMTALA does not say how to balance both interests. It leaves that determination to the doctor, who is bound by state law."
Texas' lawsuit against the Biden administration challenging the guidance was a pre-emptive strike against one of the few tools the Biden administration has sought out in its response to Dobbs. Texas already has extreme limits on abortion access, and Hendrix's ruling was issued just before the state's so-called "trigger ban," a criminal law prohibiting abortion in most contexts, goes into effect Thursday.
In the wake of the Supreme Court decision that struck down the federal right to abortion, HHS, through the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, issued guidance on July 11 on the EMTALA, reminding providers of their duty to provide emergency care including abortions and reaffirming that the act protects providers offering legally mandated abortion services in emergency situations.
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, a Republican, filed a lawsuit against HHS on July 14, claiming the guidance forces hospitals and doctors to commit crimes and risk their licensure under Texas law and that EMTALA does not authorize the federal government to compel healthcare providers to perform abortions.
CNN has reached out to the White House, HHS and Paxton's office for comment.
Separately, the Biden Justice Department cited EMTALA to challenge parts of an Idaho trigger ban also set to go into effect Thursday. In that case, the Justice Department is asking a federal judge to block parts of the Idaho law to the extent that it conflicts with EMTALA by threatening prosecution of doctors who provide abortions in medical emergencies to pregnant women who face serious health risks.
Idaho offers an exemption only for abortions provided when "necessary" to prevent death, while the Justice Department is arguing EMTALA requires emergency abortion care be offered in scenarios where patients face other serious health risk, if not necessarily the threat of death.
In that case, the judge said he'd issue his order Wednesday. At oral arguments this week, the judge appeared inclined to grant the Justice Department's request and he is not the bound by the district court's ruling in Texas. Regardless of how he rules, it is likely either or both cases will be appealed -- setting up the possibility that in the coming weeks, the Supreme Court will be asked again to weigh in on abortion and address how federal standards for emergency care interact with state abortion bans.
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A federal judge in Florida has given former President Donald Trump until Friday to refine the legal arguments in his request for a special master to oversee the review of evidence gathered in the Mar-a-Lago search.
District Court Judge Aileen Cannon in the Southern District of Florida ordered Trump's lawyers to elaborate on their arguments for why the court has the ability to step in at this time, explain what exactly Trump is asking for and whether the Justice Department has been served with Trump's special master motion.
Cannon also asked Trump's team to weigh in on any effect the request might have on a separate review conducted by a magistrate judge into whether any portions of the still-sealed FBI affidavit laying out probable cause for the search can be released.
The judge's order showcases many of the ways that the complaint filed by Trump fell short of what would have been expected of a court submission asking for the appointment of a special master-- particularly in a search as high-stakes as the one FBI executed at Mar-a-Lago earlier this month
"What's she saying is, 'What are you doing in front of me?'" Mark Schnapp, a criminal defense lawyer in Florida who spent seven years working for the US Attorney's Office for the Southern District of Florida, told CNN.
Generally speaking, it is not outside the legal norm for Trump to want a special master involved in the review of the evidence seized from his Florida residence. His former lawyer, Michael Cohen successfully sought the appointment of a special master when Cohen's office and residences were searched by the FBI in 2018.
But Trump waited two weeks to make such a request, raising eyebrows because of how far along in the process the Justice Department likely is in reviewing what it seized at Mar-a-Lago. (For the review, the Justice Department is using what's known as "taint team," which is a group of prosecutors not working on the probe in question who filter out materials that should not be handed over to investigators.)
And when Trump did file his request with the court, the complaint leaned heavily into political accusations, while being light on the sort of legal discussion that would explain to a court why it should intervene and what authority it had to do so. When Trump's lawyers did cite the court rules they said gave the judge the authority to grant the request, they cited the rules of civil procedure, without any explanation for why those rules should be applied in a context concerning a criminal search warrant.
Trump also did not file with the complaint the kind of separate request -- such as a motion for a temporary restraining order or a preliminary injunction -- that would have sped up the timeline for the judge to consider what Trump was asking for.
Nor did Trump's legal team file any declarations -- i.e. statements from the lawyers who were said to have interacted with the Justice Department in the lead-up and after the search -- to back up the complaint's factual assertions.
Instead, the complaint retread allegations about the FBI's investigation into Russia's 2016 election interference, while sensationally suggesting that the DOJ's actions were motivated by a desire to hinder a Trump 2024 presidential run. It also included the full text of a warning Trump supposedly sought to deliver through his lawyers to Attorney General Merrick Garland.
Schnapp said Trump's filing Monday read more like a political message than a legal document.
"They really didn't ask for anything. That's the craziness," Schnapp said. "They didn't ask for anything to be done in the immediate future to slow it down, even though that's what they claimed to be doing"
Trump's move to file a separate case that was assigned to Judge Cannon, rather than file the request with the magistrate judge who signed off on the warrant, also prompted confusion among outside legal experts. It appears that Trump's lawyers even ran into procedural issues with the filing of the lawsuit and with their attempts to enter appearances in the case.
The clerk posted one notice on the docket indicating that the complaint had been "filed conventionally" when it "should have been filed electronically," according to the court's local rules.
Another notice from the clerk indicated that the Trump attorneys who were seeking special admission to enter appearances in the case because they were not barred in Florida also failed to follow the local rules in doing so. They were given another chance to enter their appearances correctly.
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KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Pro Football Hall of Fame quarterback and popular radio and TV sports personality Len Dawson has died. He was 87.
He led the Kansas City Chiefs to their first Super Bowl win in 1970, even picking up the MVP title. "Lenny the Cool" also guided Chiefs fans through their ups and downs as a broadcaster for more than 50 years.
Dawson had entered hospice care earlier this month. In a statement released by the Chiefs, "Len Dawson is synonymous with the Kansas City Chiefs. Len embraced and came to embody Kansas City and the people that call it home. You would be hard-pressed to find a player who had a bigger impact in shaping the organization as we know it today than Len Dawson did," said Chiefs chairman Clark Hunt.
Dawson was born in Alliance, Ohio, in 1935. Fifty-two years later, he stood at the Hall of Fame in nearby Canton, inducted after a 19-year football career. He was only the fourth person to enter the Hall of Fame as a player and a broadcaster, after Frank Gifford, Dan Dierdorf and John Madden.
"I was into working," Dawson said with a laugh in 2017, when the broadcasting booth at Arrowhead Stadium was formally dedicated to him. "Because my parents didn't have a whole lot and they taught me something: 'If you want something, find a way to earn it to get it done.'"
Dawson was a color commentator for the Chiefs radio broadcasts on the Chiefs radio network from 1984 through 2017. His broadcast play-by-play partner for 24 of those years, Mitch Holthus, was a long-time admirer.
"I made sure my mom made a crude, stitched jersey with 1 and 6 on it because I wanted to be Lenny Dawson," said Holthus, referring to Dawson's jersey No. 16.
Dawson was a first-round draft pick out of Purdue by the Pittsburgh Steelers in 1957 but was unable to get any significant playing time with the Steelers or in his two years with the Cleveland Browns in 1960 and 1961.
Meanwhile, Lamar Hunt founded the American Football League in 1960.
"I remember (Browns owner/coach) Paul Brown saying, 'Hey, there's a bunch of sons of rich people. This is a hobby for them,'" Dawson recalled. "'It won't last more than a year or two. It's not going to be very long.'"
Dawson signed with the Dallas Texans in the fledgling AFL before the 1962 season and was reunited with coach Hank Stram, one of his assistant coaches at Purdue. The Texans won the AFL championship that year before moving to Kansas City.
In 1964, Dawson threw 30 touchdown passes, a Chiefs record until Patrick Mahomes shattered it with 50 in 2018. On the verge of breaking Dawson's record, Mahomes said he talked to Dawson about it.
"When you throw 30 touchdowns in today's league where there's a lot more passing, you're still having a great season," said Mahomes in 2018. "For him to be that advanced, I mean he won a Super Bowl here. He was one of the best quarterbacks to ever play."
With Dawson at QB, the Chiefs lost in Super Bowl I, but beat the Minnesota Vikings 23-7 in Super Bowl IV. Dawson was the MVP.
"We were the underdog in that game," he recalled. "We were supposed to get beat by a couple of touchdowns. Thankfully, we didn't believe that."
Dawson's final season was in 1975 when he was 40. Behind an injury-decimated offensive line, he was sacked seven times in a late-season game. By then, Dawson said, he knew his playing career was over.
"It made my decision," he said. "I said, 'That's it. I don't need to take this whipping like this anymore.'"
Unbeknownst to Dawson in 1966, Chiefs president Jack Steadman started discussions with management at KMBC-TV and radio about working Dawson into the broadcasts.
"I didn't have any idea he was doing that, so it ended up starting my broadcasting career," Dawson said.
Not only did he remain a major figure in Kansas City, he also became well known for a groundbreaking national show on HBO called "Inside the NFL."
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NASA releases spooky audio of a black hole
Published: Aug. 24, 2022 at 9:23 AM EDT|Updated: 7 minutes ago
(CNN) - Fair warning, once you hear the sound of a black hole, you can’t unhear it and it is a little terrifying.
NASA shared a 34-second clip of the Perseus galaxy cluster, which is about 240 million light years away from Earth.
Scientists say the black hole sends out pressure waves that cause ripples in the hot gas, which can be translated into a note.
To be clear though, the actual note is one humans can’t hear. It is about 57 octaves below middle C.
NASA says they shifted the note so we could hear it by amplifying it and mixing it with other data they have about black holes.
The spooky sound will be perfect addition to your Halloween playlist.
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- Flagstar Bank, the fifth largest subservicer in the U.S., has renewed its contract for the MSP loan servicing system to support and accelerate the growth of its portfolios
- MSP is a comprehensive, end-to-end loan servicing system that encompasses all aspects of servicing, from loan boarding to default; the platform is used by financial institutions to service approximately 37 million active loans
- Flagstar Bank has also renewed its contract to use Black Knight's default suite of solutions to help streamline the handling of nonperforming loans and manage loss mitigation processes
- The bank is also a current user of Black Knight's product, pricing and eligibility engine, as well as its marketing automation tool
JACKSONVILLE, Fla., Aug. 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Black Knight, Inc. (NYSE:BKI) announced that Flagstar Bank, the fifth largest subservicer in the U.S., has signed a contract extension to continue using the Black Knight MSP loan servicing system. MSP is a comprehensive, end-to-end loan servicing system that encompasses all aspects of servicing, from loan boarding to default. The industry-leading platform is used by financial institutions to service approximately 37 million active loans – more than any other in the industry.
"Throughout our decade-long relationship with Black Knight, the MSP loan servicing system has proven to be the right platform for the evolving demands of our servicing and subservicing operations," said Lee Smith, executive vice president and president of Mortgage, Flagstar Bank. "The scalability and reliability of MSP continue to support our growing portfolios, and we appreciate Black Knight's commitment to investing in and continuously enhancing the platform."
Flagstar Bank has also renewed its contract to use Black Knight's full suite of default solutions to help streamline processes for nonperforming loans and manage loss mitigation processes. The bank is also a current user of Black Knight's product, pricing and eligibility engine, as well as its marketing automation tool.
"Black Knight considers it a privilege to continue serving Flagstar Bank, a long-time and respected client, during its period of rapid growth," said Joe Nackashi, CEO, Black Knight. "Our ongoing relationship is a testament to the strength and depth of the MSP loan servicing system, as well as our continued commitment to advance our solutions to support our valued clients and their customers."
About Black Knight
Black Knight, Inc. (NYSE:BKI) is an award-winning software, data and analytics company that drives innovation in the mortgage lending and servicing and real estate industries, as well as the capital and secondary markets. Businesses leverage our robust, integrated solutions across the entire homeownership life cycle to help retain existing customers, gain new customers, mitigate risk and operate more effectively.
Our clients rely on our proven, comprehensive, scalable products and our unwavering commitment to delivering superior client support to achieve their strategic goals and better serve their customers. For more information on Black Knight, please visit www.blackknightinc.com.
About Flagstar Bancorp
Flagstar Bancorp, Inc. (NYSE: FBC) is a $24.9 billion savings and loan holding company headquartered in Troy, Mich. Flagstar Bank, FSB, provides commercial, small business, and consumer banking services through 158 branches in Michigan, Indiana, California, Wisconsin and Ohio. It also provides home loans through a wholesale network of brokers and correspondents in all 50 states, as well as 79 retail locations in 28 states. Flagstar is a leading national originator and servicer of mortgage and other consumer loans, handling payments and record-keeping for $343 billion of loans representing almost 1.4 million borrowers. For more information, please visit flagstar.com.
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Eight years after the last flight departed from Manston Airport, the site has been given the green light from the UK government to operate once again. Having closed in 2014, numerous attempts have been made over the years to reopen what was once Kent’s only airport.
Now, The Transport Secretary has approved the Development Consent Order (DCO), proposed by Manston Airport’s new owners, RiverOak Strategic Partners (RSP). The site was acquired by RSP for £16million, and the group now plans to invest up to £500million into the airport, potentially creating an air-cargo hub.
Current plans will see the site operate as a dedicated air freight facility, though there has been some discussion around passenger services also making a return. Such plans would see thousands of jobs created both directly and in-directly.
Read more:Eurostar stations in Kent unlikely to open until at least 2025
Manston Airport has had a fascinating history since its opening during the early stages of the First World War, having most notably recently served as an emergency lorry car park amid cross-Channel traffic issues.
The early history of Manston Airport
The airport's origins trace back to the outset of the First World War, when the Isle of Thanet was equipped with a small and precarious landing strip for aircraft at St Mildred's Bay, Westgate-on-Sea. This could be found on top of the chalk cliffs, at the foot of which was a promenade which had been used for seaplane operations.
The position of the landing grounds, at the top of the cliff, inevitably led to it becoming the scene of several accidents. One plane was known to have failed to stop before the end of the cliffs and subsequently tumbled into the sea - which had fortunately been on its inward tide.
A site of open farmlands between Minster and Manston started to be used for emergency landings in the winter of 1915/16. In response to this, the Admiralty Aerodrome at Manston was opened.
A training school was soon established and, by the close of 1916, there were already two units stationed at Manston: the Operational War Flight Command and the Handley Page Training School. The proximity to the Kent coast gave Manston some advantages over other British aerodromes.
Regular additions in men and machinery were soon made, particularly from RAF Detling. By 1917, the Royal Flying Corps was well established and taking an active part in the defence of Britain.
Manston also had a broad three-lane runway which was built during the war. This meant that the airfield was heavily used by badly damaged planes that suffered from ground fire, collisions or air attack. It soon became a ‘graveyard’ for heavy bombers and less-damaged aircraft while offering spare parts for allied aircraft in need of repair.
Following the Second World War, Manston was then used by the United States Air Force during the Cold War in the 1950s. The airfield was used as a Strategic Air Command base for its fighter and fighter-bomber units.
Fast forward to World War Two and Manston was used as a forward base by many squadrons owing to its close location to the front line and Nazi-occupied Europe. Frequently attacked and heavily bombed during the Battle of Britain, Barnes Wallis used the base to test his bouncing bomb on the coast at nearby Reculver, prior to the Dambusters raid.
Post war
They withdrew from Manston in 1960 and the site then became a joint civilian and RAF airport. Alongside its continuing role as an RAF base, it was employed for occasional package tour and cargo flights.
Manston was also used as a diversionary airfield for emergency military and civilian landings. By the late 1980s, Manston became Kent International Airport with a new terminal opened by Sarah, Duchess of York.
This move to deploy passenger services here would ultimately prove fruitless and the start of its demise soon began. Summer charter flights to Palma, Mallorca were introduced on Saturdays while regular charters to the popular beach resorts of the then-Yugoslavia also commenced.
The airport was initially a 38-acre civilian area within the former RAF Manston, including the existing terminal building and an apron where passengers embarked and freighters were loaded - although not including the runway. The owners of Kent International Airport signed a 125-year legal agreement with the RAF that obliged the RAF to maintain the runway, at an estimated cost of £3m per annum.
1990's-2000's
Moving into the ‘90s, further services were added to Larnaca, Cyprus using the Boeing 737, and to Heraklion, Crete, often operated using its larger Boeing 757 airliner. However the flights ceased when Aspro Holidays was taken over by Airtours.
A 1993 report by the Department of Trade and Industry examined runway capacity in south east England and found Manston unsuitable for development as a major airport because of its proximity to a town. However, in 1998, Thanet District Council produced the Isle of Thanet local plan, which recognised the economic development potential of abandoned sections of the old military airfield, particularly on its north-western edge.
Following the publishing of this plan, the Ministry of Defence sold RAF Manston to property developer Wiggins Group, which inherited the legal agreement obliging the RAF to continue maintenance of the airfield. Within six months, the RAF announced that it was leaving the airfield.
December 2003 saw a Government White Paper on The Future of Air Transport state that Manston "could play a valuable role in meeting local demand and could contribute to regional economic development". It also stated how they would support development in principal, subject to “environmental considerations”.
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Development began the following year in an attempt to make it a budget airline hub. New car parks and a direct coach service from Bluewater, via Chatham, were introduced to support new flights to UK destinations such as Manchester and Edinburgh, as well as international flights to Dublin and Geneva.
After its primary airline went into administration, Manston Airport went into liquidation and operations were temporarily ceased until a new buyer could be found.
A sale to Infratil, based in New Zealand, was completed in August 2005; in July 2006, a charter route between Manston and Norfolk, Virginia was announced. However, this was cancelled due to a low number of bookings in a sign of the struggles the airport was experiencing.
Despite a number of new services being added over the next few years, it was still proving financially unviable. Kent International was placed up for sale after Infratil's annual report showed that losses from its European airports grew from £9 million to £11 million in 2010.
Recent history
In July 2012, a pressure group Why Not Manston? was formed, aiming to support greater use of Manston airport. A company owned by Ann Cloag - who co-founded the Stagecoach group - took ownership of the former airport on 29 November 2013 for the sum of £1.
Eventually, in March 2014, it was announced that a 45-day consultation period into the closure of the former airport had begun. Daily losses were said to be £10,000 and Manston’s last scheduled flight departed for Amsterdam in April 2014 - with 144 people losing their jobs.
Thanet North MP Sir Roger Gale called the decision an "act of corporate vandalism". There were plans for the site to be developed into 4,000 homes, a business park, country park and sports village, as well as retaining some of the airport as a heritage runway - but talk of this was placed on the backburner.
Since 2015, the site has been used as an emergency lorry park in the event of temporary cross-Channel traffic problems.
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With record-high inflation and fears of a recession, singles are cutting back on expenses, including spending on dating
NEW YORK, Aug. 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today Dating.com – part of the Dating Group, the company behind over 30 online dating sites, with offices and dating experts in seven countries – revealed survey findings about the impact rising inflation and economic uncertainty are having on the dating lives of many singles. In fact, within the past three months, 47% of respondents reported that they have held back on scheduling a date to save money.
"The increase in prices of food, gas, clothing and many other products and services has left singles rethinking their usual dating habits and patterns as they make an effort to save money," says Maria Sullivan, Dating Expert and Vice President of Dating.com. "We're seeing that inflation has also led to many couples choosing to move in together within an accelerated timeline to help cut living costs in the short term. In some cases, this happens before couples are truly ready to take this next step in their relationship."
Key survey findings include:
- No date? No problem: 52% of respondents reported that they are content with holding back on scheduling dates to prevent themself from spending money on clothing, gas, public transportation, dinner and drinks, outings, and more.
- Taking it slow: Findings included that 58% of respondents reported wanting to get to know potential partners better before putting excessive amounts of money into activities, dinners, and more to avoid wasting their time and dollars if it doesn't work out.
- Common cutbacks: Dating.com found that 67% of respondents reported that they cut back on their typical romantic night out for simpler, cheaper date options.
- Romance turned roommates: With rent prices through the roof, especially in big cities, many newer couples are rushing to move in together to cut the cost of living. About 45% of respondents have noted that they've talked seriously with their partner about living together, despite not being ready for it, to save money.
"The increasing price of dating has made it even more of a challenge for singles to enjoy dating and putting themselves out there, but there are ways singles can still meet new people and have fun dates without worrying about how much it will cost," continued Sullivan. She provided the following tips for ways to save money and still have an active dating life:
- Simplify your night out: Spending a night out with a date doesn't have to break the bank. Instead of making a reservation at an upscale restaurant, opt for a cheaper, more affordable choice that is known for being fun and for having a good time. If your date is interested in making a genuine connection, then a more casual bar or restaurant should work just as well as a fancy one as you're getting to know each other.
- Get creative: A free date can be a fun one. – Casual activities such as taking a walk in the park, bike riding, hiking, or a game night are great ways to spend quality time with someone as you're deciding whether your connection with them is worth the current cost of dating.
- Save up for later: While inflation is hitting everyone's wallet, it doesn't hurt to get funds together for a special experience or a quick trip soon. Couples new and old can benefit from having something to look forward to, but they don't have to break the bank right away.
To join Dating.com's extensive, international network of singles and to find your match please visit www.dating.com.
About Dating Group: Dating Group is a global social discovery platform, enabling people from around the world to connect through the power of shared interests and mutual benefits. Dating Group has offices in seven countries and a team of more than 700 professionals with more than 73 million registered users across the entire portfolio. Dating Group brands include Dating.com, Dil Mil, Once, Cupid Media, DateMyAge, LovingA, and many more, each with a unique platform tailored to different communities defined by interest, geography and demographics.
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Suppliers fear a major chip shortage is on the way as the potato crop has wilted in the summer heatwave. The price of potatoes is set to rise in the coming weeks, affecting chip shops and the first Autumn roast of the year.
By the start of September, the cost of Britain's traditional takeaway and Sunday roast is likely to skyrocket due to the mass potato shortage. Experts have warned that the Autumn might see a price increase of 20 per cent from chip shops, Birmingham Live reports.
In an interview with The Grocer, one wholesaler said that this heatwave gives chip sellers another opportunity to raise prices that have already increased massively over the past year.
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He explained: "There is a lot of speculation at the moment. The chip guys have already put through significant increases in the last 12 months due to fuel and energy costs and this is the next opportunity for them to increase the price.
However, Q Catering have said that it's too early to say: "We won’t get a true picture until they have lifted the crop in September or October. From current prices we are probably looking at a 20 per cent increase.”
“That will take the overall increase to around 50 per cent to 60 per cent since last year.” Isle of Ely Produce said: “Indications are that the heat has really wrecked crops and any rain now could hurt yields further.
“With expensive inputs and lack of yield it is inevitable that prices will go up but there has also been lower demand which may offset some of that."
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The World's First Cross-Brand Robotic Management Platform
Accelerating Intralogistics Automation
TAIPEI, Aug. 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- FARobot, the strategic joint venture by Hon Hai Technology Group ("Foxconn") (TWSE: 2317) and ADLINK Technology Inc (TWSE: 6166) today debuted its "Swarm Autonomy" solution at the Automation Taipei exhibition which is the world's first robotic management platform with cross-brand integrability across IT, OT systems, IoT devices, and factory equipment. The solution has been assisting intralogistics automation for leading global manufacturers including AUO and Juluen and is to be introduced to FOXCONN's lighthouse factory project.
Demand volatility is shaping the new productivity standard, with additional challenges of labor shortage and rising costs, driving manufacturers and logistic operators to seek more flexible and resilient solutions. Automated material handling is a key application connecting end-to-end production processes but becomes the biggest pain point for industries. Due to insufficient experiences and techniques needed for integrating backend infrastructure and frontend equipment, manufacturers need to spend a tremendous amount of time and costs on custom solutions, lowering the pace of industrial automation.
Swarm Autonomy is the game changer for international manufacturers solving those issues. Its Swarm Core software platform features agile integration, enabling easy deployment and scalability of cross-brand robots and equipment into the existing system and network infrastructures; agile operation, which delivers dynamic configuration, intelligent management, real-time monitoring, and control of robotic fleets and field equipment thanks to Swarm knowledge sharing technology; and agile optimization, which dynamically schedules operation tasks to ensure an uninterrupted process flow even in case of unexpected situations.
"Robotics is one of FOXCONN Group's "3+3" emerging industries and is our solid foundation for moving toward automated, digitized, and intelligent production," said James Tu, Chief Investment Officer of FOXCONN and Chairman of FARobot. "FARobot is expected to play an important role in the Group's smart manufacturing system in the future."
"Thanks to FOXCONN's manufacturing big data, and ADLINK's domain insight and innovations, we brought the Swarm Autonomy solution to industry within only 2 years," said Ryan Chen, General Manager of FARobot. "It enables flexible interoperability across limitless robotic fleets running on a universal platform (Swarm Core) with a universal robotic communication technology (Swarm Protocol), enhancing production efficiency and equipment utilization."
FARobot also launched its highly reliable Swarm Mobile Robot (SMR) series designed in compliance with the EN ISO 3691-4 standard. The SMR250 and SMR1000 of 250kg and 1000kg payload respectively support seamless integration with Swarm Core, enabling agile collaboration with factory equipment. It is widely compatible with various sensors and top-modules and ideal for diverse environments and OEM sectors.
FARobot is expanding its reseller and integrator network worldwide with strong competence in IT system integrations. Swarm Core can also be licensed by enterprise IT software, including ERP, WMS, and WES vendors. Lastly, FARobot aims to support innovative players with design and manufacturing services for large fleets of vehicles. Please visit FARobot for more information at its booth during Automation Taipei Exhibition 8/24-27 at TaiNEX2, 1F, P832, or visit www.farobottech.com.
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AUSTIN, Texas, Aug. 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Peak Rock Capital ("Peak Rock"), a leading middle-market private equity firm, is pleased to announce a number of promotions and new hires this summer, as the firm continues to expand the depth and experience of its Private Equity, Credit and Real Estate teams.
Meredith Jonker, Carrie Pisarczyk, and Reed Westerman have been promoted to Vice President, and will continue to play critical roles with their portfolio company relationships. Joe Garigliano and David Wolfish have been promoted to Principal within the Private Equity group. In their roles, Mr. Garigliano and Mr. Wolfish have successfully partnered with portfolio companies on value creation initiatives across the investment portfolio. Constantine Tujios has been promoted to Managing Director within the Real Estate group. Mr. Tujios has been involved in all aspects of the real estate investment process including sourcing, diligence and execution. Mr. Tujios has over 15 years of real estate experience investing in a broad variety of property and transaction types.
Kim Rose, John Scata, and Patricio (PJ) Torres have all joined the team as Directors. Kim's prior experience includes senior roles at JP Morgan Chase and Kendra Scott. John comes to Peak Rock with experience at MUFG Bank, as well as a 23-year career at the FBI. PJ's prior experience includes roles at Sixth Street Partners and PwC.
"I am incredibly proud of the organization we continue to build at Peak Rock. Our high-performance team has been a critical component of the success we have had to date." said Anthony DiSimone, Chief Executive Officer of Peak Rock. "We have a deep bench of exceptional and diverse talent, which will help us achieve our continued success," added Steve Martinez, President of Peak Rock.
ABOUT PEAK ROCK CAPITAL
Peak Rock Capital is a leading middle-market private investment firm that makes equity and debt investments in companies in North America and Europe. Peak Rock's equity investment platform focuses on opportunities where it can support senior management to drive rapid growth and performance improvement, with expertise in corporate carve-outs and partnering with families and founders seeking first-time institutional capital. Peak Rock's credit platform invests across capital structures, with a broad mandate to provide flexible, tailored capital solutions to middle-market and growth-oriented businesses. Peak Rock's real estate platform makes equity and debt investments in small to mid-sized real estate assets in attractive, growing geographies. For further information about Peak Rock Capital, please visit www.peakrockcapital.com.
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James Hathaway Named Interim Chief Financial Officer, William Hunter Promoted to Chief Transformation Officer
WEST CHESTER, Pa., Aug. 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Qurate Retail Group, part of Qurate Retail, Inc. (Nasdaq: QRTEA, QRTEB, QRTEP), today announced a transition of its Chief Financial Officer and the appointment of a Chief Transformation Officer.
Jeffrey A. Davis, CFO, has resigned from the company, and is expected to remain for a transition period. Qurate Retail Group also announced that James Hathaway has been named interim CFO. Hathaway joined Qurate Retail Group in May 2021 as Senior Vice President to lead finance for the company's largest reporting unit, QxH, serving as CFO for QVC US and HSN. Prior to joining Qurate Retail Group, Hathaway spent more than 20 years with PepsiCo/Frito-Lay, where he took on increasing responsibility in financial leadership roles, including most recently as Vice President, Financial Planning & Analysis, with full P&L accountability for a multibillion-dollar division of Frito-Lay North America and prior to that, various divisional and business unit CFO roles within Frito-Lay's U.S. operations.
"Since joining us last year, Jim has demonstrated strong, hands-on leadership skills and the ability to leverage his financial and business acumen to drive focus and alignment across our flagship video commerce businesses in the U.S.," said David L. Rawlinson II, President and CEO of Qurate Retail, Inc. "Jim is passionate about growing effective teams, transforming culture, and inspiring accountability, which I have seen first-hand since I joined the organization. He has the sense of urgency and results-orientation we need now as we launch Project Athens, our transformation program."
"I want to thank Jeff for his efforts, and his many contributions to the company over the past four years, including helping to establish a global finance function that provides integrated, holistic and strategic support to all of our Qurate Retail Group brands and business units," continued Rawlinson. "We wish him well."
Separately, Qurate Retail Group also announced the creation of a Chief Transformation Officer role. The primary focus of this new role is to accelerate the implementation of Project Athens. In June 2022, the company unveiled Project Athens, a three-year plan to stabilize revenue, expand adjusted OIBDA margin and generate incremental free cash flow. As part of that process, William Hunter has been promoted to Chief Transformation Officer from Senior Vice President, Business Transformation & Shared Services to lead the transformation. In his most recent role, he led a variety of key implementations, including a harmonized payroll platform for QVC and HSN. Prior to the formation of Qurate Retail Group, Hunter served as Senior Vice President, Corporate Controller for HSN where he led all aspects of financial and operational accounting for the organization.
"We are accelerating the pace of change at Qurate Retail and Bill has consistently demonstrated his ability to lead initiatives that are important to our near- and long-term success," said Rawlinson. "Project Athens is the combination of five key pillars that span nearly every facet of our business. Bill's deep institutional knowledge of our core processes and his experience in global business transformation will be instrumental to the successful execution of this strategy."
Rawlinson concluded, "Bill and Jim and are both hands-on, high-energy leaders who are committed to driving change, exactly the qualities we need as we look to successfully execute Project Athens. I look forward to working closely with them."
Qurate Retail GroupSM comprises seven leading retail brands – QVC®, HSN®, Zulily®, Ballard Designs®, Frontgate®, Garnet Hill® and Grandin Road® – all dedicated to providing a more human way to shop. Qurate Retail Group is the largest player in video commerce ("vCommerce"), which includes video-driven shopping across linear TV, ecommerce sites, digital streaming and social platforms. The retailer reaches more than 200 million homes worldwide via 14 television networks and reaches millions more via multiple streaming services, social pages, mobile apps, websites, print catalogs and in-store destinations. Qurate Retail Group combines shopping and entertainment to curate products, experiences, conversations and communities for millions of highly discerning shoppers. Headquartered in West Chester, Pa., Qurate Retail Group has team members in the U.S., the U.K., Germany, Japan, Italy, Poland and China. For more information, visit www.qurateretailgroup.com, follow @QurateRetailGrp on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter, or follow Qurate Retail Group on YouTube or LinkedIn.
Qurate Retail, Inc. (NASDAQ: QRTEA, QRTEB, QRTEP) is a Fortune 500 company that includes the Qurate Retail Group portfolio of brands as well as other minority interests and green energy investments.
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19-year-old shot while walking in Morgan Park Tuesday night
CHICAGO - A man,19, was walking outside Tuesday night in the 11300 block of South Throop Street when he heard shots and felt pain.
The victim suffered a graze wound to his right shoulder and was treated by Chicago Fire Department at the scene in Morgan Park around 10:22 p.m.
He refused further medical attention.
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2 killed, 8 wounded in Chicago shootings Tuesday
CHICAGO - Two people were killed and eight others were wounded in shootings across Chicago Tuesday, including three teenage boys.
- One man was killed and two other people were wounded when a gunman opened fire at their cars Tuesday afternoon in Washington Heights on the South Side. The attack happened around 2:40 p.m. when someone in another car fired shots in the 9200 block of South Halsted Street, Chicago police said. A man, 31, was shot multiple times and was pronounced dead at Advocate Christ Medical Center. Another man, 29, and a woman, 38, were hospitalized in fair condition, each with a gunshot wound to the leg, police said. The man was transported to Advocate Christ Medical Center and the woman was taken to the University of Chicago Medical Center.
- Hours later, a man was killed in a shooting in Chatham on the South Side. Khalil White, 18, was in an alley about 4:50 p.m. in the 8700 block of South Wabash Avenue when someone shot him multiple times, according to police and the Cook County medical examiner’s office. He was pronounced dead at the scene.
- In nonfatal attacks, a 15-year-old boy was wounded in a shooting Tuesday morning in South Shore on the Far South Side. The teen was shot around 6:20 a.m. in the 1800 block of East 71st Street, police said. He was struck in the right leg and left arm and was taken to the University of Chicago Medical Center, where he was listed in good condition, police said.
- Tuesday afternoon, a 16-year-old boy was grazed by gunfire Tuesday near an alley in North Austin on the Northwest Side. About 1:10 p.m., the teen was near an alley in the 5100 block of West Division Street when he was grazed in the foot by a bullet, police said. He was taken to the Rush University Medical Center and listed in good condition.
- A 17-year-old boy was shot in the chest Tuesday night in Woodlawn on the South Side. The boy was found about 9:40 p.m. in a vestibule of a building in the 6000 block of South Vernon Avenue after officers responded to a report of gunshots, police said. He was transported to Comer Children’s Hospital in critical condition.
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Human smuggling attempt with jet ski leads to arrest of 5 in Michigan
PORT HURON, Mich. (FOX 2) - Five people were arrested over the weekend after a jet ski was used to bring migrants into the United States from Canada.
According to Customs and Border Patrol, a jet ski was seen leaving Canada and crossing the border on the St. Clair River on Saturday. Agents flying around the Blue Water Bridge watched the jet ski stop near Port Huron. Two people got off the jet ski, while it returned to Canada.
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CBP said the two people got into a vehicle. Agents stopped the vehicle and arrested a 39-year-old U.S. citizen who was driving, as well as the migrants – 34- and 35-year-old men from Brazil. According to authorities, the men admitted to illegally crossing the border.
Shortly after, the same jet ski was seen returning to the U.S. A 47-year-old man and 44-year-old woman who got off the jet ski were stopped. According to CBP, they were also Brazilian nationals, and admitted to crossing the border illegally. They were arrested.
Authorities are seeking illegal entry into the U.S. charges against the migrants, while the driver of the vehicle who picked the first pair up was charged with unlawful transportation.
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Top Hungarian weather service officials fired after 'gravely wrong' forecast
BUDAPEST, Hungary - The two top officials of Hungary's meteorological service were fired Monday after an inaccurate rain forecast prompted the postponement of a fireworks display on the country's most important national holiday.
The firings of the head and deputy head of the National Meteorological Service prompted accusations of political interference from Hungary's nationalist government.
The annual St. Stephen's Day fireworks show along the Danube River in Budapest — billed as the largest display in Europe — was called off Saturday afternoon based on forecasts that said extreme weather was likely around the 9 p.m. start time.
By evening, the storms had not materialized in the capital, but the show, which typically draws more than a million spectators, already had been rescheduled for the next week due to safety concerns.
The firings were announced in a brief statement by Minister of Technology and Industry Laszlo Palkovics, a top cabinet member in the government of Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban.
The fired weather service chief, Kornelia Radics, had served in her post since 2013 and her deputy, Gyula Horvath, since 2016.
While the minister did not provide a reason for the dismissals, the meteorological service had received harsh criticism in Hungary's government-aligned media, which charged that the service's "gravely wrong" forecast had caused a needless postponement of the fireworks display.
The Ministry of Technology and Industry did not immediately respond to a request for comment.
Critics of Orban's government, which has been accused of corruption, nepotism and anti-democratic tendencies, charged that the firings were politically motivated and reminiscent of Hungary's communist past.
In a Tuesday statement, the meteorological service demanded the reinstatement of its fired leaders. The agency described coming under "political pressure" concerning its assessments of weather models on the holiday and that those applying the pressure "ignored the scientifically accepted uncertainty inherent in meteorological forecasts."
"It is our firm view that, despite considerable pressure from decision-makers, our colleagues ... provided the best of their knowledge and are not responsible for any alleged or actual damage," the service wrote.
Independent lawmaker Akos Hadhazy wrote in a Facebook post Monday that the meteorological service had "never before had such a responsibility. They can choose to remain silent, or they can choose to strike until the chief, who was fired in a communist-style move, is reinstated."
"Their decision could change the fate of the whole country," Hadhazy wrote.
The planned St. Stephen’s Day display, held every Aug. 20, was to present "a condensed chronicle of a thousand years from the birth of Christian Hungary to the present day, focusing on the lessons of national values," according to the event’s website.
It was billed as a "tableau of the great periods and significant moments of Hungarian history, emphasizing the important national values that can also provide a moral lesson for everyday life."
While the display is a popular annual event, some Hungarians oppose its scale and cost in the country of fewer than 10 million inhabitants. A petition against holding the display gathered nearly 200,000 signatures, arguing the money should be used to support Hungary’s floundering economy.
"In a country where the currency is weakening day by day while prices are rising, there is no place for such a luxurious spectacle," the petition reads.
The postponement of the fireworks came 16 years after a deadly St. Stephen's Day event in 2006, when strong storms with wind gusts of up to 60 miles per hour (100 kilometers per hour) hit Budapest as around 1.5 million people had gathered to view the display.
Five people were killed and more than 300 were injured amid the panic that ensued.
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Illinois woman sentenced to 18 months for acquiring firearms, transferring them to known felons
ROCKFORD, Ill. - A Rockford woman was sentenced to 18 months in federal prison Monday for straw purchasing firearms.
On May 18, 30-year-old Kiana Martin pleaded guilty to misrepresenting to firearms dealers that she was the transferee or buyer of firearms, when she in fact was not, prosecutors said.
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Martin said that on multiple dates she made false statements to firearms dealers while acquiring firearms.
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Illinois woman sentenced to 18 months for acquiring firearms, transferring them to known felons
ROCKFORD, Ill. - A Rockford woman was sentenced to 18 months in federal prison Monday for straw purchasing firearms.
On May 18, 30-year-old Kiana Martin pleaded guilty to misrepresenting to firearms dealers that she was the transferee or buyer of firearms, when she in fact was not, prosecutors said.
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Martin said that on multiple dates she made false statements to firearms dealers while acquiring firearms.
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Kanye West won't face charges in alleged DTLA altercation with fan
LOS ANGELES - Rapper Ye, formerly known as Kanye West, will not face criminal charges stemming from alleged altercation with a fan in downtown Los Angeles, city prosecutors said Tuesday.
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According to the Los Angeles City Attorney's Office, "after a thorough and careful review of all the evidence, our office is declining to file based on no reasonable likelihood of conviction."
The Los Angeles Police Department took a battery report listing the rapper as a "named suspect" in the incident that occurred about 3 a.m. Jan. 13 at Santa Fe Avenue and Bay Street, according to the LAPD. No arrests were reported, and no other details were released.
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Teen among 2 shot in Woodlawn
CHICAGO - A 17-year-old boy and another person were shot Tuesday night in the Woodlawn neighborhood.
Police officers responded to a call of shots fired around 9:39 p.m. in the 6000 block of South Vernon Street and found a teen with a gunshot wound to the chest, officials said.
He was taken by paramedics to Comer Childrens Hospital where he was listed in critical condition, police said.
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A second person, whose age is unknown, was shot in the arm and self transported to the University of Chicago Medical Center where he was listed in good condition, according to police
A handgun was recovered from the street where the teen was laying, police said.
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Woman shot multiple times after domestic dispute in Washington Park
CHICAGO - A woman is in good condition after being shot several times in Washington Park by her domestic male partner Tuesday night.
Police say there was a verbal altercation between the victim, 28, and her partner.
The suspect shot the woman in the right leg, elbow, arm and left side of the neck and fled the scene near the 5500 block of South Prairie Avenue around 10:29 p.m.
The victim was taken to U of C hospital.
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NEW YORK, Aug. 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- InvestorsObserver issues critical PriceWatch Alerts for BBBY, DRUG, FTCH, SOFI, and NERV.
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Snacking powerhouse expands autumn lineup with frightfully good treats perfect for inspiring moments of joy throughout the season
LENEXA, Kan., Aug. 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Hostess Brands is offering six delicious fall-flavored treats, including the addition of one new festive variety for its seasonal lineup, this fall. Hostess® fans once again will be able to enjoy their favorite snacks in fall- and Halloween-inspired selections of the brand's classic treats when they reach store shelves this September.
The returning snacks for autumn include Hostess® Pumpkin Spice Flavored Twinkies®, Hostess® Iced Pumpkin Flavored CupCakes and Hostess® Caramel Crunch Donettes®. The Halloween lineup features fan favorites Hostess® Spooky Twinkies® and Hostess® ScaryCakes™, along with new Hostess® Creepy Caramel Ding Dongs®.
"As fall approaches, consumers are eager to get their hands on popular fall flavors like pumpkin spice, cinnamon and caramel," said Christopher Balach, general manager of Hostess Brands, LLC. "We're excited for fall snacking enthusiasts to try our new Hostess Creepy Caramel Ding Dongs, which are a delicious, spooky addition to our fun Halloween lineup."
Hostess Brands' tasty and creepy snacks are perfect for a variety of at-home activities this fall, including pumpkin-carving, Halloween party snack boards and scary movie marathons. Try turning your festive treats or beloved Hostess classics into something even more exciting with these recipe hacks:
- Decorate your Donettes with googly eyes, candy corn horns or a frosting witch hat for a spooky companion on the plate.
- Give your ScaryCakes or Spooky Twinkies an even more ghoulish look by drizzling them with melted chocolate for a spiderweb or mummy-wrapped look.
- Creepy crawlies are a classic Halloween decoration – turn Ding Dongs into spooky spiders with pretzel sticks or sour straws.
Each of the seasonal snacks are available in a multi-pack at a suggested retail price of $3.99. Hostess Iced Pumpkin Flavored CupCakes, Hostess Caramel Crunch Donettes, Hostess Spooky Twinkies and Hostess ScaryCakes are also available in single-serve packages at a suggested retail price of $2.30. The fall snacks will arrive in grocery retailers nationwide beginning in September while the Halloween snacks will roll out in October.
To find a retailer near you, visit the Hostess website at https://www.hostesscakes.com.
Hostess Brands, Inc. (NASDAQ: TWNK) is a snacking powerhouse with a portfolio of iconic brands and a mission to inspire moments of joy by putting our heart into everything we do. Hostess Brands is proud to make America's No. 1 cupcake, mini donut and sugar-free cookie brands. With sales exceeding $1.1 billion and employing approximately 2,600 dedicated team members, Hostess Brands produces new and classic snacks, including Hostess® Donettes®, Twinkies®, CupCakes, Ding Dongs® and Zingers®, as well as a variety of Voortman® cookies and wafers. For more information about Hostess Brands, please visit hostessbrands.com.
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LOS ANGELES, Aug. 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- In response to the ongoing issue of overcrowding and overall animal wellbeing in Los Angeles city shelters, Wallis Annenberg PetSpace will partner with Los Angeles Animal Services (LAAS) to begin a dual-pronged approach to help ensure the more than 1,000 dogs currently in city shelters are getting enrichment and exercise every day, and that animals are finding homes more quickly.
First, starting September 1, PetSpace will fund two new Canine Enrichment Coordinator positions within LAAS, initially as a one-year pilot program. Second, also beginning in September, PetSpace will begin a six-month program of hosting weekly spay/neuter surgeries at their Playa Vista facility for LAAS animals. (LAAS animals must be spayed/neutered before they're adoptable.)
"I've been an animal lover all my life. I've believed in the power of the human-animal bond all my life. And I believe very deeply that how we care for animals is a test of our own capacity for love and empathy and decency," said Wallis Annenberg, Chair, President and CEO of Annenberg Foundation, and PetSpace founder. "We are all heartbroken to learn of conditions at the city's shelters and I want to help be part of the solution, for the long haul. We have so much to learn from the animal world -- so much to gain from the animals in our lives. In return, we must be good stewards, and take the very best care of them that we possibly can."
"We believe that establishing these Canine Enrichment Coordinator positions and increasing the volume of spay/neuter surgeries for Los Angeles Animal Services will create immediate and lasting change for animals in L.A. shelters and help support the efforts of staff and volunteers who are committed to their care," said Gabrielle Amster, Director, Wallis Annenberg PetSpace. "This support is only a portion of what is needed to move the needle, so we applaud other agencies for joining the collaborative effort to support the homeless pets of the Los Angeles community."
PetSpace's support will enable LAAS to engage Dogs Playing for Life (DPFL), one of the nation's most respected and progressive dog behavior programs in the nation, with a mission to enhance the quality of life of shelter dogs to increase life-saving. DPFL has proven metrics on the life-saving benefits of "playgroups" for kenneled animals, and on the methods for training staff and volunteers in establishing and conducting these ongoing enrichment activities.
"As a municipal shelter, there is always an opportunity to do more for the animals in our care, so we are grateful for partners who share in our mission to help pets thrive while waiting to be adopted," said Annette Ramirez, General Manager for Los Angeles Animal Services. "We are pleased to announce that we are working with Wallis Annenberg PetSpace to take immediate action that will help address the critical issues we are currently facing."
The Canine Enrichment Coordinators will work directly and collaboratively with current LAAS staff and volunteers across the city's six shelter facilities to create a structured program to get every dog outside every day, maintain individualized enrichment and training protocols, and attend to the emotional and behavioral well-being of the entire shelter canine population. Funded initially for one year, the positions will be strictly evaluated with the goals of reducing kennel stress, establishing programs that can live on, and ultimately, get more animals adopted out of Los Angeles city shelters.
"DPFL couldn't be more excited to partner with LAAS and PetSpace to improve the quality of life for shelter dogs and those that care for them," said Aimee Sadler, Founder and CEO, Dogs Playing for Life. "These positions will significantly bolster DPFL's ability to support LAAS in achieving and sustaining our 'Every Dog, Every Day!' model where all dogs are afforded quality time outside their kennels every day."
Using DPFL's model, the new Canine Enrichment Coordinators will use playgroups to provide much needed enrichment to LAAS shelter dogs, as well as assess their play style and behavior with other animals and people, in an effort to decrease their length of stay, increase their potential to be adopted, and identify possible training modifications to help dogs have a better quality of life in both the shelter and its future home. Of utmost importance, playgroups reduce the stress and anxiety of dogs living in animal shelters making them easier and safer to handle and reducing the likelihood of behavior euthanasia.
Spaying and neutering are also critical to the safety and wellbeing of animals in Los Angeles. Since 2008, spay/neuter surgeries have been required for all animals leaving L.A. city shelters in an effort to humanely decrease the number of pets abandoned each year. Starting next month, PetSpace will use its state-of-the-art, on-site veterinary care team to perform weekly spay/neuter surgeries for LAAS animals. PetSpace will also continue to take in dogs and cats from LAAS facilities and make them available for adoption.
Between the spay/neuter program and partnership with LAAS and DPFL, PetSpace hopes to help alleviate overcrowding and provided the vital activity and enrichment needed by dogs in L.A. shelters.
Wallis Annenberg PetSpace is a unique community space featuring an interactive place for pet adoptions, an education center, and a leadership institute. PetSpace focuses squarely on the mutually beneficial and dynamic bond between people and their pets, as well as the origins and science of that relationship. To learn more, please visit annenbergpetspace.org.
Los Angeles Animal Services promotes and protects the health, safety, and welfare of animals and the people who love them, and is one of the largest municipal shelter systems in the United States. With six centers across the City, L.A. Animal Services serves approximately 60,000 animals annually and responds to 20,000 emergency calls involving animals or people in danger. L.A. Animal Services is part of the Human Animal Support Services (HASS) international coalition, joining 38 municipal shelters and animal welfare organizations across the country to reimagine and transform the way shelters care for animals and their families, by offering access to resources to help keep families together; getting lost pets home quickly without having to enter the shelter system; providing food and medical assistance; and continuing to build on a strong adoption and foster program so pets find their permanent homes or are placed in foster care. To learn more, visit laanimalservices.com.
Founded in 2015, Dogs Playing for Life has been redefining the meaning and importance of quality of life for all sheltered dogs by improving their experience through playgroups and individualized training, resulting in urgent and responsible lifesaving. Since inception, DPFL has introduced playgroups to 329 shelters and counting, who realize an average 6% increase in lifesaving and 38% decrease in length of stay for dogs. Shelters frequently describe DPFL programming as "game changing," "transformational," and "the most important thing to happen for shelter dogs." To find out more, visit www.dogsplayingforlife.org.
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A Survival, Evasion, Resistance and Escape student from the 492nd Special Operations Wing reaches the 413th Flight Test Squadron UH-1 Huey during a test of the hoist system above the waters near Eglin Air Force Base, Florida Aug. 16. The 413th FLTS, the Air Force’s only rotary wing developmental test unit, provided an extra bit of realism to the survival, evasion, resistance and escape training letting the Airmen experience the feeling of a real water rescue. (U.S. Air Force photo/Samuel King Jr.)
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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Aug. 13, 2022) Sailors assigned to the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Paul Ignatius (DDG 117) conduct a fresh water wash down, Aug. 13, 2022. Paul Ignatius, forward-deployed to Rota, Spain, is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by U.S. Sixth Fleet, to defend U.S., allied and partner interests. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Aaron Lau)
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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Aug. 13, 2022) Damage Controlman Fireman Kadin Shoemaker, from Scottsbluff, Neb., sprays fresh water on the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Paul Ignatius (DDG 117) during a fresh water wash down, Aug. 13, 2022. Paul Ignatius, forward-deployed to Rota, Spain, is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by U.S. Sixth Fleet, to defend U.S., allied and partner interests. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Aaron Lau)
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ESBJERG, Denmark — Aircraft and equipment from the 1st Armored Division, Combat Aviation Brigade (1AD CAB), arrived at the port in Esbjerg, Denmark, August 22, 2022, as the unit began its deployment in support of Atlantic Resolve. Approximately 40 aircraft and more than 1,700 equipment items are staging at the port facility and preparing for onward movement to locations throughout the European theater. The equipment transited to the port aboard the commercial cargo vessel, ARC Endurance during its journey across the Atlantic.
"The reception and staging of 1AD CAB here at the Esbjerg port is underway and proceeding very smoothly," said Lt. Col. J.D. Tillman, 838th Transportation Battalion (SDDC) Commander. "This is the third highly successful port operation we've executed at Esbjerg in the prior fourteen months. During that time, we've built an absolutely great relationship with our Danish allies. In fact, the current 1AD CAB mission is the first time in history we've brought an aviation unit through the port. This mission shows that we can now bring armored, aviation and sustainment units into Esbjerg and do it safely and effectively."
In addition to Esbjerg, 1 AD CAB equipment is also deploying into Europe through the port located in Alexandroupoli, Greece. The CAB’s aircraft represent a mix of CH-47 Chinooks, AH-64 Apaches, UH-60 and HH-60 Black Hawks.
"Working alongside the 21st Theater Sustainment Command (21st TSC), U.S. Navy Military Sealift Command and our allies, we're simultaneously supporting the 1AD CAB's movement via two, strategically located ports - in Esbjerg and Alexandroupoli," said Col. Robert L. Kellam, 598th Transportation Brigade (SDDC) Commander. "Even though these ports are more than 1,700 miles apart, our 598th team is operating at both facilities and coordinating the seamless arrival of the equipment while setting the right conditions for its onward movement. It's just one more demonstration of the many options the U.S. Army now has for deploying equipment into the European theater."
After training for many months, the 1AD CAB’s soldiers are eager to begin their Atlantic Resolve deployment.
“The Iron Eagle’s long-awaited return to Europe has arrived, and this marks a pivotal moment in our brigade’s history,” said Lt. Col. Justin Mullins, commander of the 127th Aviation Support Battalion, Combat Aviation Brigade, 1st Armored Division. “Our rotation to Europe has now kicked off at Esbjerg and at Alexandroupoli, and in the coming weeks, the Iron Eagles will build momentum as we disperse to forward outstations across Europe. Our operations here set conditions for our brigade to bolster readiness, enhance tactical proficiency, and strengthen interoperability. We are, and always remain, stronger together.”
Bringing aircraft and equipment on this scale into the ports is actually just the start of the Reception, Staging and Onward Movement (RSOM) mission. The 21st TSC has responsibility for getting the CAB’s aircraft and gear to follow-on locations all across the theater.
“635th Movement Control Team is the primary element to provide movement controls to enable the combat power capabilities for 1AD CAB in support of Atlantic Resolve,” said Capt. Jong (Ryan) Lee, 635th Movement Control Team commander. “We provide transit visibility and making sure we are providing accurate tracking of combat power capabilities to commanders so they can create strategic level planning to place their combat power.”
Both U.S. and Danish armed forces personnel supporting the port operation highlighted the strong partnership between the two NATO allies.
“The Danish and U.S. forces here have established a track-record of working very well together,” said Lt. Col. Tobias Tesch, Danish Home Guard District (South) and Southern Jutland, Commander. “We’ve done three port operations together now and it’s been a great example of allied cooperation between us. The U.S. soldiers are able to understand how we work and the range of support the Danish can provide, and we gain good insight into what it takes to move Army equipment like this through the port. Both the Home Guard as well as all other civilian entities are looking forward to our cooperation for years to come.
Since April 2014, U.S. Army Europe and Africa has led the Department of Defense's Atlantic Resolve land efforts. Atlantic Resolve provides rotational deployments of combat-credible forces to Europe to show our commitment to NATO while building readiness, increasing interoperability and enhancing the bonds between ally and partner militaries.
As of Nov. 2021, the newly reactivated V Corps has assumed command and control of all Atlantic Resolve rotational forces.
For more information about Atlantic Resolve, please visit the U.S. Army Europe and Africa website: https://www.europeafrica.army.mil/AtlanticResolve/
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The September quarter of 2022 is more than halfway through. The majority of companies have reported their second quarter results and have delivered much better performances compared to the first quarter of 2022. This infuses positivity heading into the last lap of the year. Hopefully, the worst of all macroeconomic headwinds are behind us, with both corporates and customers getting accustomed to them.
Current data points from TipRanks suggest less uncertainty and more optimism compared to earlier in the year. Let us have a look at what TipRanks’ data indicate ahead of the fourth quarter.
1) Here’s what Q2 Earnings Results Indicated
As per TipRanks’ data, there was a significant improvement in the percentage of companies that beat Wall Street expectations compared to the previous quarter. Notably, in Q2, 65% of companies tracked by TipRanks exceeded analysts’ earnings per share (EPS) estimates while 33% missed.
This was also supported by the fact that analysts across the Street had lowered their second-quarter expectations for companies after witnessing a dreadful Q1 performance, during which, a majority of companies had failed to meet or beat analyst forecasts for the first time in five years.
Remarkably, the Consumer Goods sector had the most noteworthy performance in Q2, with 69% of the companies beating analysts’ forecasts. This suggested that despite the record-high inflation rates and increased cost of borrowing, customers were willing to spend.
Moreover, TipRanks’ data showed that there was an increase in the number of visitors to both low-cost and luxury retailers’ websites in Q2. Strangely enough, Healthcare companies had the worst performance with 44.5% of companies missing expectations.
2) Insiders are Bullish on the Financial Sector
Corporate insiders usually start accumulating company shares well ahead of time. For example, a current positive insider signal indicates that the company is expected to deliver solid performance in the near future.
The leader in the race is the Financial Sector with the biggest Buy to Sell ratio. In Q3, corporate insiders in the Financial sector bought 1.63 shares for every share they sold.
However, at the start of 2022, corporate insiders were highly bullish about the Basic Materials sector. This was the only sector where insiders bought more stocks than they sold at the beginning of the year. This trend continued into the third quarter as well.
Notably, the Financial, Healthcare, and Basic Materials sectors are all witnessing a positive insider signal. The optimism of insiders indicates that these three sectors are poised for larger gains in the final quarter of the year.
On the contrary, the Consumer Goods sector has the lowest Buy to Sell ratio in Q3, with insiders buying only 0.5 shares for every share they sold.
3) Analysts are Giving More Buy Recommendations
Interestingly, 2022 marks the first time in the past three years that analysts have decreased their overall price targets on stocks more than they have increased them. A similar trend continued in Q3, with 57% of analysts reducing their price targets on stocks.
Per TipRanks’ data, the Basic Materials sector saw the highest price target decline, with 65% of analyst ratings accompanied by a reduction in price targets.
On the other hand, the Utilities Sector is the only one where over 50% of analyst ratings were accompanied by price target increases.
Overall, of all the companies tracked by TipRanks, 61% of analyst ratings were Buy in Q3, as compared to 60% Buy ratings in 2021 and 57% Buy ratings in 2020. The inclining trend in the overall Buy recommendations makes us believe that we are returning to a bull market analyst sentiment, despite the reduced price targets.
Parting Thoughts
To sum it up, TipRanks’ data points suggest that both corporate insiders and analysts are becoming increasingly optimistic about certain sectors compared to the start of 2022. Moreover, macro factors are also showing improving trends. All these indicate that the second half of 2022 is surely going to be better for both companies and shareholders. | https://www.tipranks.com/news/labs/tipranks-data-suggests-optimism-ahead-of-fourth-quarter | 2022-08-24T13:48:33Z | tipranks.com | control | https://www.tipranks.com/news/labs/tipranks-data-suggests-optimism-ahead-of-fourth-quarter | 1 | 1 | green-iguana-35 | null |
(WXYZ) — President Biden is expected to announce plans to cancel $10,000 in loan debt for borrowers earning less than $125,000 per year on Wednesday.
Almost one-third of 43 million Americans with federal student loan debt owe less than $10,000. For those people, this could be a game changer and a win for the Biden administration as one of his campaign promises was to address student loan debt.
But critics also point to inflation and how this could stall efforts to curb it.
“We need to make college affordable, not send a $10,000 gift to people that already have in many cases already advanced degrees," Marc Goldwein with the Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget said.
The long-delayed move to address student debt does not go as far as more progressive democrats have pushed for. They say the income cap narrows a campaign promise from Biden’s administration.
"The president understands how student loans could affect a family and how the pressure of that can really be a lot," White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre said.
It would clear balances for millions of Americans, and wipe away at least half of student loan debt for millions more, according to the latest federal data.
"I personally think it's a good start. At least for a lot of people, it's going to make a big difference," one graduate student said.
But as inflation surges this plan isn’t without skeptics either. Some experts say it could be challenged in court.
"The president, through the secretary of education, does have the power to adjust the amount of loan principal that any borrower has. Now a court could decide they want to interpret it in a different way, and they're going to read it as only applying to smaller amounts of debt cancellation," Law Professor at Fordham University John Brooks said.
Another concern is that this move could prompt colleges to up tuition. | https://www.fox17online.com/news/president-biden-expected-to-announce-plans-to-cancel-10k-in-loan-debt-for-borrowers-making-less-than-125k | 2022-08-24T13:49:31Z | fox17online.com | control | https://www.fox17online.com/news/president-biden-expected-to-announce-plans-to-cancel-10k-in-loan-debt-for-borrowers-making-less-than-125k | 1 | 1 | green-iguana-35 | null |
(The Hill) — Voters in New York picked their representatives for two vacant House seats on Tuesday, while Florida Democrats chose their nominee to take on Gov. Ron DeSantis (R) this fall.
The primaries and special elections in the two states were among the last to take place before the country enters the sprint toward the general election, and they offer some final clues about the political landscape heading into the fall.
Here are five takeaways out of New York and Florida:
Democrats make safe choice to take on DeSantis
Staring down the potential of four more years of Ron DeSantis in the governor’s mansion, Florida Democrats turned to a familiar face.
Rep. Charlie Crist (D-Fla.), himself a former Republican governor of Florida, beat state Agriculture Commissioner Nikki Fried on Tuesday for the Democratic nomination to take on DeSantis in November, setting up his second general election campaign to reclaim his old office in Tallahassee in less than a decade.
Heading into the primary, Crist appeared to have an edge over Fried. But his victory was still a blow to Florida’s only statewide elected Democrat and someone who had been heralded as the future of the state party.
From the outset of her campaign for governor, Fried billed herself as “something new,” casting herself as part of a new generation of Democrats in the state that could bring the fight to DeSantis in November.
But Florida Democrats ultimately chose the establishment favorite in Crist, who argued that his “happy warrior” persona and compromise-minded brand of politics made him the best candidate to win over moderates and independents disenchanted with DeSantis’s combative style and culture war rhetoric.
The Democratic establishment held its own
It was a good night for the Democratic establishment.
In New York, Rep. Sean Patrick Maloney (D-N.Y.), the chair of Democrats’ House campaign arm, prevailed in his primary over a progressive challenger. Former Rep. Max Rose (D-N.Y.) overcame a challenge from his left, giving him a chance to reclaim his old House seat in November.
And Daniel Goldman, who prosecuted the first impeachment case against former President Donald Trump, beat out his main progressive rival, state Assemblywoman Yuh-Line Niou.
A similar case played out in Florida: Crist, who had the support of Democratic establishment heavyweights, beat out Fried in the party’s gubernatorial primary, while Jared Moskowitz, a former state representative and Florida emergency management director, defeated five other Democrats to win the nomination to succeed retiring Rep. Ted Deutch (D-Fla.).
Overall, Tuesday was a show of force for the party establishment, even amid signs that voters in both parties are irritated with their figureheads.
As Democrats look to ward off a red wave in November, the primary results as a whole might just be a sign that voters aren’t ready to take any chances on less-experienced candidates.
Special elections in New York give Democrats new hope
Republican Joe Sempolinski pulled off a win for a vacant Western New York House district on Tuesday, holding a seat for the GOP after former Rep. Tom Reed (R-N.Y.) stepped down earlier this year.
His win was, naturally, a disappointment for Democrats. But it’s not all bad news for the party in power. Democrat Max Della Pia came closer than expected to pulling off an upset in the race.
And Democrats scored an even bigger win in the special election to represent New York’s 19th District, where Democrat Pat Ryan defeated Republican Marc Molinaro in a race that was seen as a bellwether of the political environment ahead of November.
Della Pia’s closer-than-expected loss and Ryan’s narrow win add up to the latest evidence that Democrats may be on the verge of regaining some lost momentum in the runup to the November midterm elections.
The party has so far faced a bruising political outlook this year, but with the Supreme Court’s decision earlier this summer to overturn Roe v. Wade, the seminal abortion rights case, Democrats have seen a burst of energy in recent weeks, raising their hopes of avoiding an electoral rout this fall.
Maloney loss ushers end of political era in Manhattan
No matter who won the Democratic primary to represent New York’s Manhattan-based 12th District, the race was destined to end the political career of one Democratic heavyweight. In the end, that turned out to be Rep. Carolyn Maloney (D-N.Y.).
Maloney lost her primary on Tuesday to Rep. Jerrold Nadler (D-N.Y.). Both currently helm powerful committees in the House – Maloney is the chair of the Oversight and Reform Committee, while Nadler leads the Judiciary Committee – and both have served in Congress since the early 1990s.
There was little animosity between Nadler and Maloney. The two members of Congress are ideologically similar and have a long history of working together. They were only pitted against one another as a result of New York’s redistricting process, which combined the cores of their Manhattan districts earlier this year.
Nevertheless, the results on Tuesday all but assure that Maloney won’t be returning to Washington next year for the first time since 1993. Nadler, meanwhile, is virtually guaranteed another term on Capitol Hill, given the district’s strong Democratic politics.
Particularly contentious primary season gives way to general election
The 2022 primary season isn’t over just yet, with a handful of states still waiting to choose their nominees for November.
But the primaries in Florida and New York saw some of the final major showdowns before the general election campaign starts in earnest and marked the beginning of the end of a particularly contentious primary season that saw incumbents fighting incumbents, Democrats battling over the direction of their party and Republicans squabbling over their loyalty to Trump.
With the primaries nearly over, the focus will now turn to larger questions: Can Democrats defy history and stave off a midterm thrashing, even with President Joe Biden’s approval ratings plumbing new lows? Can Republicans keep their base energized even without Trump on the ballot?
And most importantly, which party do voters trust the most to control Congress for at least the next two years? | https://www.wspa.com/hill-politics/five-takeaways-from-primary-night-in-new-york-florida/ | 2022-08-24T13:50:20Z | wspa.com | control | https://www.wspa.com/hill-politics/five-takeaways-from-primary-night-in-new-york-florida/ | 1 | 1 | green-iguana-35 | null |
(The Hill) – The Biden administration is expected on Wednesday to announce it is canceling a chunk of student debt, even as it faces criticism that going too far could hamper efforts to fight off inflation.
Some progressive Democrats have argued that forgiving student debt could help their party and President Joe Biden in the midterm elections given the crushing debt facing millions of students. Yet there is also reason to think the plan carries some real political risk.
Recent polling shows a majority of Americans are worried about the impact debt forgiveness plans could have on inflation, a huge issue in the midterms.
Under the potential forgiveness plan, borrowers earning less than $125,000 per year could see at least $10,000 in cancellation of their federal student loans. The amount is much lower than many progressives aimed for but would mark the most significant forgiveness in federal student debt for borrowers ever.
The idea has drawn pushback from Republicans, who have strongly come out against Democratic-led proposals for student debt relief in recent months, denouncing them as unfair and inflationary.
“The federal government does not ‘forgive’ or ‘cancel; student loans — they take the debt and give it to every American, including those without a degree. It’s just wrong,” Sen. Mike Braun (R-Ind.) tweeted on Tuesday.
An analysis released by the Penn Wharton Budget Model (PWBM) on Tuesday estimated the plan could run up about $300 billion in costs, with the potential to reach $330 billion if the effort is continued through the next decade for new borrowers and others who could qualify.
Kent Smetters, faculty director for PWBM, said the cost increase to continue the program for subsequent years would be much smaller in magnitude “because the assumption is that this is a one-time forgiveness per borrower.”
As for the impact the plan would have on inflation, Smetters estimated it to be more marginal in size, saying it would “basically barely show up in some sense in the standard inflation metric.” Though he added the plan could have future implications for inflation in higher education costs and “change how people finance college.”
“That could also change how colleges themselves price things,” Smetters said, asking, “Will colleges themselves actually increase tuition and capture a lot of the benefit?”
As for the impact the plan would have on inflation, Smetters estimated it to be more marginal in size, saying it would “basically barely show up in some sense in the standard inflation metric.”
Last month, annual consumer inflation hit 8.5 percent, easing from a four-decade high of 9.1 percent the prior month, though still much higher than what economists say is normal.
Republicans have pinned much of the blame on Democrats, specifically citing stimulus spending passed under the Biden administration as helping fuel inflation, as well as pandemic relief programs like the ongoing student loan pause.
Although experts have said government spending under both the Trump and Biden administrations has had an impact on inflation, they also downplay the effects of the years-long payment freeze on the recent spike in costs.
But the Biden administration is still facing pressure to end the relief as government spending attracts more attention amid rising inflation.
While Marc Goldwein, senior vice president of the Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget, said the effects of extending a current pause on payments is “not gigantic,” he also said it’s one of the “most direct and instantaneous tools that the administration has” to combat inflation.
“It’s not large relative to the size of the inflation problem. But it’s large relative to the president’s tools to fight inflation,” Goldwein told The Hill last week.
However, advocates and Democrats pushing for forgiveness say rising prices underscore the need for continued relief to borrowers, citing economic hardship faced by lower income borrowers as inflation remains high.
“Inflation is most definitely a problem I think that we should be talking about, and it impacts student loan borrowers tremendously,” said Persis Yu, policy director for the Student Borrower Protection Center. “Especially low income student loan borrowers, who would really benefit from cancellation because they’re the folks who are spending more of their income right now on milk and bread.”
Advocates have also pushed back on plans by the White House to apply income restrictions to who is eligible for student loan forgiveness. But there are questions about whether the current income caps set at $125,000 are too high.
The recent PWBM analysis estimated about 70 percent of the debt forgiven under the proposed $10,000 plan “accrues to households in the top 60 percent of the income distribution.”
Smetters said roughly 30 percent “would go to the bottom 40 percent of the income distribution.” However, he also noted the analysis doesn’t account for racial demographics of borrowers, which advocates say is important to factor in.
Proponents of student loan relief often promote the effort as a means to promote racial equity, while noting the disproportionate burden faced by borrowers of color, especially Black borrowers, who experts say are more likely to borrow at higher rates and struggle with repayment.
“We often conflate income with wealth in that we’re not always capturing everybody who really needs assistance when we do means testing, in particular with income caps,” Yu said.
Yu particularly pointed to the yawning wealth gap between white and Black households, saying Black borrowers need higher incomes “to be able to afford homes, and to build savings, and retirement.” | https://www.wspa.com/news/national/biden-student-loan-plans-caught-in-inflation-debate-crosshairs/ | 2022-08-24T13:50:32Z | wspa.com | control | https://www.wspa.com/news/national/biden-student-loan-plans-caught-in-inflation-debate-crosshairs/ | 1 | 1 | green-iguana-35 | null |
(The Hill) — Former President Donald Trump’s resistance to turning over what now appears to be a much larger tranche of documents than previously known could strengthen a potential case from the Justice Department against him and renews questions over whether the delay harmed national security.
A letter released by the National Archives on Tuesday indicates that an initial batch of 15 boxes of documents taken from Mar-a-Lago in January included 100 classified documents totaling 700 pages.
And reporting from The New York Times late Monday indicates that the government has recovered at least 300 classified documents from Trump since he left office.
Both offer insight into the volume of documents Trump took with him as he left office.
But the letter from the National Archives also shows the resistance Trump’s team had to any members of the intelligence community reviewing the documents so they could begin to assess whether there was damage done to any national security partners or methods.
“The volume of the documents and the length of the dispute, I think, makes the case stronger for the government that Donald Trump’s retention of these documents was willful,” said Barbara McQuade, a former U.S. attorney, noting that the charges being weighed by the government require showing intent.
“When you have 300 of them, and you retain them for over a year after repeated requests, and they come down a few times, and you still have them — it seems that the case has become much stronger. And I think it becomes much more difficult for the Justice Department to simply say, ‘We’ve got documents back. We’re going to declare victory and go home,’” she added.
“And charging him is not an easy decision. But man, at some point, how do you decline to charge him when his conduct has been so egregious?”
The letter from the National Archives indicates that Trump’s legal team was aware as early as April that the FBI was eager to obtain the documents so that they could do a damage assessment to determine whether there was any fallout related to their mishandling.
“Access to the materials is not only necessary for purposes of our ongoing criminal investigation, but the Executive Branch must also conduct an assessment of the potential damage resulting from the apparent manner in which these materials were stored and transported and take any necessary remedial steps,” Debra Steidel Wall, acting archivist of the United States, wrote in relaying a message from the Justice Department’s National Security Division.
The exchange revealed that among the materials were those at “the highest levels of classification, including Special Access Program (SAP) materials.” That can include documents that may only be viewed by those with a need to know.
Ryan Goodman, co-director of the Reiss Center on Law and Security at New York University School of Law, said those details could also be of use if the Justice Department decides to proceed with charges under the Espionage Act, one of the statutes listed on the initial warrant to search Trump’s property.
“It very significantly adds to the espionage charge because one of the elements of proving that crime is that the individual has reason to know that it’s the type of material that could injure the United States if released. And the Department of Justice’s National Security Division is clearly informing Trump that it is the kind of material that could have exceptional damage to U.S. national security,” he said.
“It absolutely goes to his knowledge and willfulness.”
There are practical reasons the FBI and the broader intelligence community would want to review the documents.
“It isn’t just that we’re worried that something’s going to happen to these documents, but if they have been disclosed to people who shouldn’t have them, you need to do a damage assessment,” said McQuade, the former U.S. attorney.
“You do a damage assessment to find out have sources been compromised, if people’s lives could be in danger. If we’ve got a source in Russia who’s sharing information with the U.S. government, that person’s life could be in danger. So you have to assess who’s had access to this, and then you go and look on channels and find out has his information dried up,” she said.
The National Archives ultimately waited a month before distributing the documents to the FBI to disseminate to other intelligence agencies.
Kel McClanahan, executive director of National Security Counselors, a nonprofit law firm specializing in national security law, said the delay shows a federal government seeking to carefully balance protecting the intelligence community with the sensitivities of dealing with a former president.
“The accepted viewpoint in the intelligence community is that every day that classified information remains in the wild, there’s an incrementally greater chance that it will be used by someone to hurt the United States,” he said.
Several experts were surprised that Archives and the Justice Department had moved so slowly in recovering the documents and sharing them with the appropriate agencies.
“This is really sensitive stuff. And the idea that they’re sitting around in the basement of a club, with civilians who are walking around – nongovernment employees – with access to them is really disturbing,” McQuade said. “And then it wasn’t until August that they finally used the search warrant. If anything, I would like to have seen them be a little more assertive in getting these government secrets back months ago.”
“It’s a truly remarkable picture of two agencies who desperately wanted to peacefully resolve this hostage situation without pulling the trigger on the nuclear option and a person who just said, ‘Go to hell,’” McClanahan said.
The Trump team has since filed a motion that would once again delay the FBI from accessing the materials collected from Mar-a-Lago, this time asking a judge to assign a special master to the case who would review the evidence to determine whether it contains any privileged information.
A filter team at the Justice Department composed of prosecutors not associated with the case is currently doing a similar undertaking to determine whether any of Trump’s personal belongings were taken during the search.
Goodman said the filing makes weak claims, asserting that some of the documents taken may be protected by executive privilege.
“[That] makes no sense under law, because if it is, in fact, subject to executive privilege, that means it’s a government document, and hence, should be held by the government in the Archives. So that’s why it’s a very, very bad legal argument with no validity to it,” he said.
“The motion is a confession to having material you should not have in your house.”
The judge assigned to the case on Tuesday also seemed to question their legal argument, issuing an order directing Trump’s team to file an additional brief expanding on its legal rationale for the request.
Meanwhile, the letter from Archives came into the public domain after John Solomon, one of Trump’s representatives to the National Archives and a former columnist with The Hill, released it on his conservative news site, Just The News. Archives confirmed its authenticity Tuesday afternoon.
Observers have questioned the decision to publish a letter that shows not only the breadth of classified information held by Trump but also publicizes the extent the Trump team sought to block the FBI’s work.
“This letter was a truly remarkable self-own by a team known by self-owns,” McClanahan said.
“Every single piece of evidence that shows that DOJ tried literally everything they could to get these records back short of the search warrant punctures another hole in the theory that they were just on a witch hunt. They went above and beyond to accommodate an unreasonable individual.” | https://www.wspa.com/news/national/nexstar-media-wire/trump-defiance-of-doj-on-classified-docs-comes-into-sharper-focus/ | 2022-08-24T13:50:47Z | wspa.com | control | https://www.wspa.com/news/national/nexstar-media-wire/trump-defiance-of-doj-on-classified-docs-comes-into-sharper-focus/ | 1 | 1 | green-iguana-35 | null |
WASHINGTON (WHNT) — A public health alert has been issued for Perdue’s frozen ready-to-eat chicken breast tenders labeled “gluten-free” over concerns of small pieces of plastic and blue dye, the U.S. Department of Agriculture announced Tuesday.
A recall was not issued for the product since it is no longer available to purchase, according to the USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service.
The following frozen chicken products, produced on July 12, 2022, are affected by the alert: 42-ounce plastic bags of Purdue Chicken Breast Tenders Gluten Free with a “Best if Used By” date of July 12, 2023, and a lot number of 2193 above the use by date.
Affected products will have the establishment number “P-33944” underneath the “Best if Used By” date on the back of the package. These products, according to the FSIS, were shipped to BJ’s Wholesale Club retail locations across the country.
So far, the USDA says there have been no confirmed reports of injuries or adverse reactions from anyone eating the product.
The FSIS encourages anyone with the affected product to throw it away or return it to where it was purchased.
For questions or concerns, you can call the toll-free USDA Meat and Poultry Hotline at 888-MPHotline (888-674-6854) or send an email here. | https://www.wspa.com/news/national/usda-issues-health-alert-for-perdue-chicken-tenders/ | 2022-08-24T13:51:01Z | wspa.com | control | https://www.wspa.com/news/national/usda-issues-health-alert-for-perdue-chicken-tenders/ | 1 | 1 | green-iguana-35 | null |
OUTER BANKS, N.C. (WGHP) — Visitors got a surprise during a fishing program at a North Carolina beach when a ray was reeled in, according to the Cape Hatteras National Seashore.
When the lesser Atlantic devil ray was caught, visitors thought it was a bird since it performed several spectacular leaps out of the water before it was reeled in.
The ray was then safely released back into the water after giving everyone a show during the fishing program with CPNS rangers.
The program runs every Wednesday until Sept. 5. You can check out the CHNS website for more details.
The lesser Atlantic devil ray (Mobula hypostoma) is a relative of giant manta rays which are sometimes seen offshore.
Unlike its massive cousin, it is only known to reach a maximum size of about four feet across.
The rays visit the shoreline late in the summer and early in the fall when ocean temperatures reach the highest of the year. | https://www.wspa.com/news/state-news/its-a-bird-its-a-plane-its-a-ray-people-at-nc-beach-get-surprise-visit-from-ray/ | 2022-08-24T13:51:13Z | wspa.com | control | https://www.wspa.com/news/state-news/its-a-bird-its-a-plane-its-a-ray-people-at-nc-beach-get-surprise-visit-from-ray/ | 1 | 1 | green-iguana-35 | null |
12 people indicted for drug trafficking in Milledgeville
MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Ten Milledgeville and two Atlanta residents are facing federal drug and firearms charges after a joint operation investigation.
The 12 suspects allegedly participated in the armed distribution of large quantities of methamphetamine, fentanyl and other controlled substances.
Agents seized approximately 92 kilograms of methamphetamine, 2.5 kilograms of fentanyl, two kilograms of heroin, two kilograms of cocaine, 15 pounds of marijuana and 15 firearms. if convicted, each defendant is facing a maximum term of life imprisonment and a $10,000,000 fine.
The federal indictment was unsealed charging the following defendants:
Lagary Williams aka Frog, of Atlanta, is charged with conspiracy to distribute controlled substances, possession of methamphetamine with intent to distribute, two counts of possession of cocaine with intent to distribute, possession of fentanyl with intent to distribute and possession of a firearm in furtherance of a drug trafficking crime;
Brandon Ector aka Big, of Atlanta, is charged with conspiracy to distribute controlled substances, possession of methamphetamine with intent to distribute, two counts of possession of cocaine with intent to distribute, possession of fentanyl with intent to distribute and possession of a firearm in furtherance of a drug trafficking crime;
Damon Hayes aka D-5, of Milledgeville, is charged with conspiracy to distribute controlled substances, four counts of distribution of cocaine base, possession of cocaine with intent to distribute, possession of fentanyl with intent to distribute and possession of a firearm in furtherance of a drug trafficking crime;
Quintavious Horton aka Bloody Bae, of Milledgeville, is charged with conspiracy to distribute controlled substances, possession of cocaine with intent to distribute, possession of fentanyl with intent to distribute and possession of a firearm in furtherance of a drug trafficking crime;
Earnest Hamilton, of Milledgeville, is charged with conspiracy to distribute controlled substances, possession of cocaine with intent to distribute, possession of fentanyl with intent to distribute and possession of a firearm in furtherance of a drug trafficking crime;
Antonio Mason, of Milledgeville, is charged with conspiracy to distribute controlled substances and possession of methamphetamine with intent to distribute;
Travarious Davis aka D Red, of Milledgeville, is charged with conspiracy to distribute controlled substances;
Alonzo Vasser aka Tie, of Milledgeville, is charged with conspiracy to distribute controlled substances;
Derrick Ingram, of Milledgeville, is charged with conspiracy to distribute controlled substances;
Kimdra Wilkerson, of Milledgeville, is charged with conspiracy to distribute controlled substances;
Johnnie Halligan, of Milledgeville, is charged with conspiracy to distribute controlled substances; and,
Billy Harper, of Milledgeville, is charged with conspiracy to distribute controlled substances.
Williams and Ector remain at-large
The case is being investigated by the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), FBI, Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI), Ocmulgee Drug Task Force, Baldwin County Sheriff’s Office, Wilkinson County Sheriff’s Office, Jones County Sheriff’s Office, Morgan County Sheriff’s Office and Atlanta-Carolina’s HIDTA Office.
Assistant U.S. Attorney Alex Kalim is prosecuting the case. | https://www.41nbc.com/12-people-indicted-for-drug-trafficking-in-milledgeville/ | 2022-08-24T14:02:52Z | nbc.com | treatment | https://www.41nbc.com/12-people-indicted-for-drug-trafficking-in-milledgeville/ | 0 | 1 | green-iguana-35 | 1 |
12 people indicted for drug trafficking in Milledgeville
MILLEDGEVILLE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Ten Milledgeville and two Atlanta residents are facing federal drug and firearms charges after a joint operation investigation.
The 12 suspects allegedly participated in the armed distribution of large quantities of methamphetamine, fentanyl and other controlled substances.
Agents seized approximately 92 kilograms of methamphetamine, 2.5 kilograms of fentanyl, two kilograms of heroin, two kilograms of cocaine, 15 pounds of marijuana and 15 firearms. if convicted, each defendant is facing a maximum term of life imprisonment and a $10,000,000 fine.
The federal indictment was unsealed charging the following defendants:
Lagary Williams aka Frog, of Atlanta, is charged with conspiracy to distribute controlled substances, possession of methamphetamine with intent to distribute, two counts of possession of cocaine with intent to distribute, possession of fentanyl with intent to distribute and possession of a firearm in furtherance of a drug trafficking crime;
Brandon Ector aka Big, of Atlanta, is charged with conspiracy to distribute controlled substances, possession of methamphetamine with intent to distribute, two counts of possession of cocaine with intent to distribute, possession of fentanyl with intent to distribute and possession of a firearm in furtherance of a drug trafficking crime;
Damon Hayes aka D-5, of Milledgeville, is charged with conspiracy to distribute controlled substances, four counts of distribution of cocaine base, possession of cocaine with intent to distribute, possession of fentanyl with intent to distribute and possession of a firearm in furtherance of a drug trafficking crime;
Quintavious Horton aka Bloody Bae, of Milledgeville, is charged with conspiracy to distribute controlled substances, possession of cocaine with intent to distribute, possession of fentanyl with intent to distribute and possession of a firearm in furtherance of a drug trafficking crime;
Earnest Hamilton, of Milledgeville, is charged with conspiracy to distribute controlled substances, possession of cocaine with intent to distribute, possession of fentanyl with intent to distribute and possession of a firearm in furtherance of a drug trafficking crime;
Antonio Mason, of Milledgeville, is charged with conspiracy to distribute controlled substances and possession of methamphetamine with intent to distribute;
Travarious Davis aka D Red, of Milledgeville, is charged with conspiracy to distribute controlled substances;
Alonzo Vasser aka Tie, of Milledgeville, is charged with conspiracy to distribute controlled substances;
Derrick Ingram, of Milledgeville, is charged with conspiracy to distribute controlled substances;
Kimdra Wilkerson, of Milledgeville, is charged with conspiracy to distribute controlled substances;
Johnnie Halligan, of Milledgeville, is charged with conspiracy to distribute controlled substances; and,
Billy Harper, of Milledgeville, is charged with conspiracy to distribute controlled substances.
Williams and Ector remain at-large
The case is being investigated by the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), FBI, Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI), Ocmulgee Drug Task Force, Baldwin County Sheriff’s Office, Wilkinson County Sheriff’s Office, Jones County Sheriff’s Office, Morgan County Sheriff’s Office and Atlanta-Carolina’s HIDTA Office.
Assistant U.S. Attorney Alex Kalim is prosecuting the case. | https://www.41nbc.com/12-people-indicted-for-drug-trafficking-in-milledgeville/ | 2022-08-24T14:02:52Z | nbc.com | treatment | https://www.41nbc.com/12-people-indicted-for-drug-trafficking-in-milledgeville/ | 1 | 0 | green-iguana-35 | 1 |
Mercer football opens the season in CFB’s Week 0
The Bears open their 2022 season against Morehead State this Saturday, August 27, at 7 p.m. at Five Star Stadium
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — College football’s week 0 games begin this week, and one team in action is Macon’s own Mercer University.
The Bears finished last season 7-3, with a 6-2 conference record, the best Southern Conference record in the program’s history, and Mercer was one play away from becoming SoCon champs.
So head coach Drew Cronic lets us know how he’s feeling about repeating last year’s success.
“This is a new team. It’s the ’22 team. ’21 team is no more. But a lot of the experiences we had last year hopefully will help us. But there’s a lot of things that go into winning, and it’s a fickle thing, and you got to go play really good. You got to have the ball bounce your way. You got to have a few breaks and stay healthy. But I really like my football team, I really do,” said Cronic.
The Bears open their 2022 season against Morehead State this Saturday, August 27, at 7 p.m. at Five Star Stadium. | https://www.41nbc.com/mercer-football-opens-the-season-in-cfbs-week-0/ | 2022-08-24T14:02:58Z | nbc.com | treatment | https://www.41nbc.com/mercer-football-opens-the-season-in-cfbs-week-0/ | 0 | 1 | green-iguana-35 | 1 |
Mercer football opens the season in CFB’s Week 0
The Bears open their 2022 season against Morehead State this Saturday, August 27, at 7 p.m. at Five Star Stadium
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — College football’s week 0 games begin this week, and one team in action is Macon’s own Mercer University.
The Bears finished last season 7-3, with a 6-2 conference record, the best Southern Conference record in the program’s history, and Mercer was one play away from becoming SoCon champs.
So head coach Drew Cronic lets us know how he’s feeling about repeating last year’s success.
“This is a new team. It’s the ’22 team. ’21 team is no more. But a lot of the experiences we had last year hopefully will help us. But there’s a lot of things that go into winning, and it’s a fickle thing, and you got to go play really good. You got to have the ball bounce your way. You got to have a few breaks and stay healthy. But I really like my football team, I really do,” said Cronic.
The Bears open their 2022 season against Morehead State this Saturday, August 27, at 7 p.m. at Five Star Stadium. | https://www.41nbc.com/mercer-football-opens-the-season-in-cfbs-week-0/ | 2022-08-24T14:02:58Z | nbc.com | treatment | https://www.41nbc.com/mercer-football-opens-the-season-in-cfbs-week-0/ | 1 | 0 | green-iguana-35 | 1 |
Morning Business Report: Starbucks allegedly closed two stores tied to union retaliation
Nordstrom slashed its financial forecast for the full year as department store chain faces a glut of inventory.
Starbucks is closing two stores and the union says it’s retaliation. The stores are in Seattle and Kansas City, but the company says union activity is not the reason for the closures.
Build-A-Bear Workshop released a scented pumpkin spice bear for fall. | https://www.41nbc.com/morning-business-report-starbucks-allegedly-closed-two-stores-tied-to-union-retaliation/ | 2022-08-24T14:03:04Z | nbc.com | treatment | https://www.41nbc.com/morning-business-report-starbucks-allegedly-closed-two-stores-tied-to-union-retaliation/ | 0 | 1 | green-iguana-35 | null |
Morning Business Report: Starbucks allegedly closed two stores tied to union retaliation
Nordstrom slashed its financial forecast for the full year as department store chain faces a glut of inventory.
Starbucks is closing two stores and the union says it’s retaliation. The stores are in Seattle and Kansas City, but the company says union activity is not the reason for the closures.
Build-A-Bear Workshop released a scented pumpkin spice bear for fall. | https://www.41nbc.com/morning-business-report-starbucks-allegedly-closed-two-stores-tied-to-union-retaliation/ | 2022-08-24T14:03:04Z | nbc.com | treatment | https://www.41nbc.com/morning-business-report-starbucks-allegedly-closed-two-stores-tied-to-union-retaliation/ | 1 | 0 | green-iguana-35 | null |
The End Zone Game of the Week Preview: Houston County vs. Perry
The End Zone Game of the Week is scheduled for Friday, August 26, at 7:30 p.m. at Freedom Field.
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The End Zone Game of the Week features the Houston County Bears hosting the Perry Panthers this week.
Houston County is being led this year by new head coach Jeremy Edwards. Edwards spent the last few seasons at Warner Robins as the offensive coordinator, helping the Demons capture back-to-back GHSA 5A State titles.
With Edwards being just down the street from Perry and Houston County last season, he understands the new rivalry that has developed between the two schools in recent years.
“They’re out for revenge, really. I mean, obviously, last year I wasn’t here, but they lost the game to Perry. That’s not one that they want to lose. It is a rivalry game over the last couple of years, so it’s something that I think they take personal, you know, and get the season started off right at home and try to get a victory against an in-county rival,” said Edwards.
Our End Zone Game of the Week is slated for this Friday, August 26, at 7:30 p.m. at Freedom Field. | https://www.41nbc.com/the-end-zone-game-of-the-week-preview-houston-county-vs-perry/ | 2022-08-24T14:03:10Z | nbc.com | treatment | https://www.41nbc.com/the-end-zone-game-of-the-week-preview-houston-county-vs-perry/ | 0 | 1 | green-iguana-35 | 1 |
The End Zone Game of the Week Preview: Houston County vs. Perry
The End Zone Game of the Week is scheduled for Friday, August 26, at 7:30 p.m. at Freedom Field.
WARNER ROBINS, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The End Zone Game of the Week features the Houston County Bears hosting the Perry Panthers this week.
Houston County is being led this year by new head coach Jeremy Edwards. Edwards spent the last few seasons at Warner Robins as the offensive coordinator, helping the Demons capture back-to-back GHSA 5A State titles.
With Edwards being just down the street from Perry and Houston County last season, he understands the new rivalry that has developed between the two schools in recent years.
“They’re out for revenge, really. I mean, obviously, last year I wasn’t here, but they lost the game to Perry. That’s not one that they want to lose. It is a rivalry game over the last couple of years, so it’s something that I think they take personal, you know, and get the season started off right at home and try to get a victory against an in-county rival,” said Edwards.
Our End Zone Game of the Week is slated for this Friday, August 26, at 7:30 p.m. at Freedom Field. | https://www.41nbc.com/the-end-zone-game-of-the-week-preview-houston-county-vs-perry/ | 2022-08-24T14:03:10Z | nbc.com | treatment | https://www.41nbc.com/the-end-zone-game-of-the-week-preview-houston-county-vs-perry/ | 1 | 0 | green-iguana-35 | 1 |
Oil prices have fallen to unchanged on the day from +$1 earlier but some Iraq SOMO headlines are hitting the wires.
- Says supports Saudi statement regarding volatility
- Thin liquidity and extreme fluctuations in the oil futures market leads to prices being far from fundamentals
- Believes alliance will take all necessary measures to achieve balance in the oil markets
At this point, it's undoubtedly a coordinated communications strategy as OPEC tries to jawbone crude higher. They like that $100 crude.
At the same time, they're seeing the same things as anyone who is paying attention: A lack of investment in oil drilling that's going to lead to global shoratages if it's not reversed. By putting in a floor at $90, they can encourage investment but with ESG, that's still an uphill battle. | https://www.forexlive.com/news/iraq-says-thin-liquidity-in-futures-leads-to-oil-prices-trading-far-from-fundamentals-20220824/ | 2022-08-24T14:03:20Z | forexlive.com | control | https://www.forexlive.com/news/iraq-says-thin-liquidity-in-futures-leads-to-oil-prices-trading-far-from-fundamentals-20220824/ | 1 | 1 | green-iguana-35 | null |
The last weekend of August is upon us, and there’s plenty to do and see. (Or you can chill and save your energy for Labor Day weekend, but come on.)
The Weekender is flabbergasted that it is the end of the month already and honestly, it feels like I just wrote about there still being a full month of summer left.
*sigh*
That does not mean the good times are gone. They are just changing. Here’s what’s on tap this weekend.
Adult Art Group
The city of Grandview is hosting a new art program starting Friday, August 26, 2022. The Adult Art group is free for adults and meets from noon to 1:30 p.m. every other Friday in the Blanche McLane Cook Art Library at the Grandview Library, 500 W. Main St.
Materials are free; child care is not provided. For more information, call 509-882-7034.
Art After Hours
Join art lovers from 5-7 p.m. Friday at the Larson Gallery, 1606 W. Nob Hill Blvd., for Art After Hours, an evening opportunity to see Richard C. Elliott’s “Vibrational” and Paul Heussenstamm’s “Mandalas as a Spiritual Path” exhibits before the final exhibit date on Saturday, Aug. 27.
Yakima Valley Vintners will be serving sangria and wines by Yakima Valley Community College Vintners students. Small bites will also be available, including the “summer school BBQ flatbread,” topped with saucy pulled pork and smoked gouda.
Beer and Live Music
There are at least two opportunities for beer and live music, a perfect pairing for the start of the weekend.
Snacks at Midnight will perform from 6-8 p.m. Friday at Bale Breaker Brewing Co., 1801 Birchfield Road. The show is free, and all ages are welcome.
Snacks at Midnight hails from Spokane. They are a rock band but are not limited to that genre. Snacks at Midnight have been compared to Red Hot Chili Peppers, Hippo Campus, Rainbow Kitten Surprise and the Grateful Dead.
The Repenters will perform at 6 p.m. Friday at 5th Line Brewing, 1015 E. Lincoln Ave., Suite 106. The Yakima duo play songs you know with a twist. This will be their first show at 5th Line.
Summer Breeze Pop-up
Feel like a short road trip? Travel down to Zillah for the Summer Breeze Pop-up from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday at 512 Second St.
The family-friendly public event will feature 20-plus vendors. There will be a balloon-decorated wall for selfies and a free raffle with prizes being awarded throughout the event.
Enjoy music and food — tacos, tamales and funnel cakes, anyone? — while shopping vendors’ wares including tumblers, makeup, candles, treats, clothing and much more.
Community Yard Sale / End of Museum SeasonThe Sunnyside Museum, 704 S. Fourth St., is hosting a communitywide yard sale from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday. Saturday and Sunday are also the back-to-school and end-of-museum-season weekend.
The Sunnyside Museum and Historical Association is a nonprofit 501c organization, run by volunteers. Admission is by voluntary donation.
The museum has displays and artifacts of life in Sunnyside, from the 1800s through modern times.
Adopt a Dog
Visit Gilbert Cellars Winery, 2620 Draper Road, on Sunday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., where the Yakima Humane Society will be on site with dogs available for adoption. Honestly, the combination of lovable dogs and a glass of wine sounds like a win. Maybe you will be taking home your new best friend (a dog or a bottle of wine, no judgment here). | https://www.yakimaherald.com/explore_yakima/yakima-valley-weekender-art-beer-and-music-its-still-summer/article_360cbfd8-1f53-11ed-9f99-6bb6d61eb821.html | 2022-08-24T14:03:21Z | yakimaherald.com | control | https://www.yakimaherald.com/explore_yakima/yakima-valley-weekender-art-beer-and-music-its-still-summer/article_360cbfd8-1f53-11ed-9f99-6bb6d61eb821.html | 1 | 1 | green-iguana-35 | null |
The US dollar is at the best levels of the day.
It's now mostly erased yesterday's rout that came on weak PMI data.
I think the FX market is looking to bonds. The reaction yesterday in fixed income to the PMI wasn't nearly as dramatic as FX and now rates are pushing above yesterday's levels. The US 2-year yields is up 2.1 bps and a close here would be the highest since June 14 during the CPI-scare.
Today's durable goods orders report showed an economy that's stable. Non-defense capital goods orders excluding aircraft rose 0.4%, slightly better than 0.3% expected. The prior was also revised higher.
Many market participants are looking for a hawkish speech from Fed chairman Jerome Powell on Friday and that could be what we're seeing in both FX and rates.
EUR/USD and cable have both completely erased yesterday's gains and are down 38 and 64 pips respectively. Some of that is related to a 10% jump in TTG gas prices due to a longer shutdown of Freeport LNG in the US.
USD/JPY hasn't completed the round trip yet but the rise above 137.00 breaks the 61.8% retracement, a level I highlighted yesterday. | https://www.forexlive.com/news/us-dollar-perks-up-on-rising-yields-and-durable-goods-orders-20220824/ | 2022-08-24T14:03:38Z | forexlive.com | control | https://www.forexlive.com/news/us-dollar-perks-up-on-rising-yields-and-durable-goods-orders-20220824/ | 1 | 1 | green-iguana-35 | null |
As summer winds down, I begin to think about the transition back into the classroom.
This transition requires immense preparation when you have to avoid contact with life-threatening allergens. My allergies include egg, peanut and shellfish. Thankfully, I have years of practice.
I am going into my senior year at Washington-Liberty High School and while I am confident, I will be prepared, as some situations at school are more difficult when you have food allergies – for example, lunch and the cafeteria.
Kids with severe food allergies learn they have to check the school’s menu in advance and ask: Are there allergy friendly food items on there for me? Most of us just opt to pack our own lunches.
I also have to be prepared when my friends want to go out for food after school. It’s imperative my friends know about my allergies and what do to if I have an anaphylactic attack. I’ve taught them how to administer an Epi-Pen.
All of this was much harder in elementary and middle school, where kids can be less understanding and sometimes even cruel. Kids with allergies put a lot of faith in the cafeteria staff, but you still have to keep an eye out to avoid cross contamination.
The biggest thing to remember is, not everyone knows or understands about food allergens. Even teachers. I am part of the Food Allergy Research & Education (FARE) teen advisory group, and we chat amongst ourselves about the daily struggles.
I have learned it’s important to share and educate others on how to be more compassionate to people who have food allergies. We often feel guilty about it. We know it affects everyone in the classroom and even social events like elementary-school birthday parties.
Next year, I go off to college. This will bring an entirely new set of challenges for me. Almost like hitting the reset button. I will be responsible for myself and I will have to “teach” new people in my life all about food allergies all over again.
My hope is that people can familiarize themselves with the difficulties that 32 million Americans – or about two students in every classroom – deal with every day. A great place to start is with FARE and their back-to-school resource hub, found at Foodallergy.org.
[https://sungazette.news provides content to, but otherwise is unaffiliated with, InsideNoVa or Rappahannock Media LLC.] | https://www.insidenova.com/opinion/letters_to_editor/commentary-education-is-key-in-supporting-students-with-food-allergies/article_5c7d91d0-23a7-11ed-9a3c-676fa6725359.html | 2022-08-24T14:04:08Z | insidenova.com | control | https://www.insidenova.com/opinion/letters_to_editor/commentary-education-is-key-in-supporting-students-with-food-allergies/article_5c7d91d0-23a7-11ed-9a3c-676fa6725359.html | 1 | 1 | green-iguana-35 | null |
Editor: On Aug. 11, the Arlington County government announced that the County Board would be hosting “community conversations” on Missing Middle housing. By Aug. 14, all conversations in English were filled.
That this happened during the height of August vacations clearly suggests a HUGE demand for meaningful dialogue on what is the most important development in Arlington in the last 50 years.
However, only a limited number of residents (20 or less per conversation) will be able to see and hear the discussions that our elected officials will be having on this huge issue. Further, the conversations will not be recorded and archived for later viewing. This is even though the county government regularly streams County Board and other meetings to the entire community and archives them online for later viewing.
I can understand the county government may wish to limit the number of people who can comment at a particular event, but what possible reason could the county government have for not letting everyone watch what’s going on while our elected representatives are conducting public sessions on critical public business?
In the spirit of the Virginia Freedom of Information Act, which states that “The provisions of this [law] shall be liberally construed to promote an increased awareness by all persons of governmental activities and afford every opportunity to citizens to witness the operations of government,” every one of the Missing Middle conversations should be open to the entire community through live-streaming and should be recorded and archived to the county government’s Website.
Bill Roos, Arlington
[https://sungazette.news provides content to, but otherwise is unaffiliated with, InsideNoVa or Rappahannock Media LLC.] | https://www.insidenova.com/opinion/letters_to_editor/letter-arlington-board-seems-to-be-restricting-not-expanding-input-on-missing-middle/article_1a45ce68-23a7-11ed-99b4-f73b92dce55c.html | 2022-08-24T14:04:14Z | insidenova.com | control | https://www.insidenova.com/opinion/letters_to_editor/letter-arlington-board-seems-to-be-restricting-not-expanding-input-on-missing-middle/article_1a45ce68-23a7-11ed-99b4-f73b92dce55c.html | 1 | 1 | green-iguana-35 | null |
Editor: I share Ann Ulmschneider’s distaste for a developer’s assault on the historic Febrey-Lothrop-Rouse estate [“Change in Housing Policy Will Benefit Many Groups,” Letters Aug. 11].
Many people urged the county government to purchase this valuable site, both to preserve its historic assets and to control how the property ultimately would be used.
However, whereas people have a right to their own opinion, they do not have a right to their own alternative facts. To be clear, “78 percent of the county” is NOT “limited to single-family homes.” This statement in her letter is factually incorrect.
According to the county government’s own Missing Middle housing compendium (a graphic titled “Breakdown of County Land Area by Zoning District Category”) shows that just 60.11 percent of ALL county land area is zoned for purely residential use.
Of that 60.11 percent, just 49.37 percent of Arlington’s total land area is “R” zoned for “single-family” dwellings, and it apparently includes three zoning categories that permit townhouse and duplex development (R-10T, R15-30T and R2-7 – technically, “single-family” attached dwellings). The other 10.74 percent comprises land area zoned “RA” for “multifamily” development (apartments and multi-family housing).
Moreover, both R-5 and R-6 “single-family” zoning categories (two of the largest county residential zoning districts) offer duplex and semi-detached development options by way of a special-exception use permit.
And nearly all “single-family” zoning categories allow detached accessory dwellings, with larger lots (frequently found in R-10 and R-20 zoning districts) offering the possibility of subdivision.
So when you think about it, there’s almost NO “single-family” zoning category in Arlington County that doesn’t already offer the possibility for a second dwelling to be built on a “single-family” lot.
The land area restricted to just one single-family home is far less than the exaggerated figures being thrown around, not just by Ms. Ulmschneider but also by elected officials and members of the media.
These gross exaggerations aren’t just inaccurate, they are prejudicial and highly misleading.
Suzanne Smith Sundburg, Arlington
[https://sungazette.news provides content to, but otherwise is unaffiliated with, InsideNoVa or Rappahannock Media LLC.] | https://www.insidenova.com/opinion/letters_to_editor/letters-facts-matter-as-arlington-debates-housing-policy/article_43e09230-23a7-11ed-be98-ab0d166e6f71.html | 2022-08-24T14:04:20Z | insidenova.com | control | https://www.insidenova.com/opinion/letters_to_editor/letters-facts-matter-as-arlington-debates-housing-policy/article_43e09230-23a7-11ed-be98-ab0d166e6f71.html | 1 | 1 | green-iguana-35 | null |
BATTLEFIELD
School opened: 2004
Colors: Purple, Black, and Silver
Head coach: Greg Hatfield (Second year, 13-1)
2021 overall record: 13-1
Last playoff appearance: 2021
Classification: Cedar Run District/Class 6, Region B
Notable football alumni: Duke freshman defensive end Wesley Williams, University of Richmond defensive lineman Ryan Coll
THURSDAY, AUG. 25
BRENTSVILLE
School opened: 1929
Colors: Orange and Black
Head coach: Loren White (Third year, 16-5)
2021 overall record: 11-3
Last playoff appearance: 2021
Classification: Northwestern District/Class 3, Region B
Notable football alumni: John Cowne, a center who was a replacement player for the 1987 Washington Redskins
COLGAN
School opened: 2016
Colors: Blue, Shark Grey and Caribbean Blue
Head coach: Reggie Scott (First year)
2021 overall record: 0-10
Classification: Cardinal District/Class 6, Region B
Notable football alumni: ODU linebacker John Cook, East Tennessee State offensive lineman Stephen Flores, Howard defensive lineman Darrian Brokenburr
FOREST PARK
School opened: 2000
Colors: Royal Blue, Kelly Green
Head coach: John Robinette (Fifth year, 14-24)
2021 overall record: 5-6
Last playoff appearance: 2021
Classification: Cardinal District/Class 6, Region B
Notable football alumni: Boston College defensive lineman Gilbert Tongrongou, North Carolina State offensive guard Chandler Zavala
FREEDOM
School opened: 2004
Colors: Black and Gold
Head coach: Darryl Overton (Eighth year, 59-20)
2021 overall record: 10-3
Last playoff appearance: 2021
Classification: Cardinal District/Class 6, Region B
Notable football alumni: Former NFL lineman Howard Jones; Virginia Tech lineman Josh Fuga, Syracuse wide receiver Umari Hatcher
GAINESVILLE
School opened: 2021
Colors: Scarlet red, grey and black
Head coach: Dan Bruton (Second year)
Classification: Cedar Run District/Class 6, Region B
Note: Second-year high school will play its first varsity season in 2022
THURSDAY, AUG. 25
GAR-FIELD
School opened: 1953
Colors: Red, White and Blue
Head coach: Tony Keiling (Sixth year, 21-28)
2021 overall record: 5-6
Last playoff appearance: 2021
Classification: Cardinal District/Class 6, Region B
Notable football alumni: Former NFL players Jeff Nixon and Clint Sintim
HYLTON
School opened: 1991
Colors: Blue and Gold
Head coach: Nate Murphy (Third year, 7-10)
2021 overall record: 3-7
Last playoff appearance: 2019
Classification: Cardinal District/Class 6, Region B
Notable football alumni: Former NFL players Ahmad Brooks and Deon Butler
JOHN PAUL THE GREAT
School opened: 2008
Colors: Black, White, Green
Head coach: Don Turner (Fifth year, 7-25)
2021 overall record: 1-8
Last playoff appearance: 2015
Classification: Independent/VISAA Division I
Notable football alumni: University of Virginia tight end Michael Kosar
OSBOURN
School opened: 1977
Colors: Navy Blue and Gray
Head coach: Cortez Whiting (Sixth year, 17-31)
2021 overall record: 8-4
Last playoff appearance: 2021
Classification: Cedar Run District/Class 6, Region B
Notable football alumni: Brandon Hogan, former Group AAA player of the year and NFL player; BC Lions wide receiver Lucky Whitehead
OSBOURN PARK
School opened: 1975
Colors: Royal Blue and Gold
Head coach: Marsel Wells (First year)
2021 overall record: 2-8
Last playoff appearance: 2009
Classification: Cedar Run District/Class 6, Region B
Notable football alumni: James Madison University offensive lineman Isaac Owusu-Appiah, Anthony Bratton, all-American at Delaware who went to training camp with the Green Bay Packers in 2011; Jimmy Kibble, all-conference kicker at Va. Tech who had tryouts with various NFL teams
Dan Forgas called it a tough message to send. But he had no other choice.
After seeing the numbers dwindle at football practice, Randy Starks knew there was no chance for Manassas Park High School to field a football team.
PATRIOT
School opened: 2011
Colors: Red, Silver and Blue
Head coach: Sean Finnerty (Fourth year, 22-8)
2021 overall record: 7-4
Last playoff appearance: 2021
Classification: Cedar Run District/Class 6, Region B
Notable football alumni: South Carolina lineman Jakai Moore, Virginia Tech defensive back Jalen Stroman
POTOMAC
School opened: 1979
Colors: Navy, Columbia Blue, and White
Head coach: Jajuan Johnson (Second year, 4-5)
2021 overall record: 4-5
Last playoff appearance: 2014
Classification: Cardinal District/Class 6, Region B
Notable football alumni: Former NFL players Tommy Thigpen and Craig Novitsky
QUANTICO
School opened: 1961
Colors: Scarlet and Gold
Head coach: Steve Casner.
2021 overall record: (did not play)
Last playoff appearance: 2017
Classification: Virginia Independent Schools Football League Division I (eight-man football)
UNITY REED
School opened: 1964
Colors: Maroon, Gold and White
Head coach: Carroll Walker (Sixth year, 23-26)
2021 overall record: 6-6
Last playoff appearance: 2021
Classification: Cedar Run District/Class 6, Region B
Notable football alumni: Buffalo Bills' lineman Tim Settle, Chicago Bears' cornerback Greg Stroman, former NFL players Ryan Williams and Case deBruijn
WOODBRIDGE
School opened: 1964
Colors: Green and Gold
Head coach: Jimmy Longerbeam (Second year, 4-6)
2021 overall record: 4-6
Last playoff appearance: 2017
Classification: Cardinal District/Class 6, Region B
Notable football alumni: Tennessee Titans' defensive lineman Da’Shawn Hand; former NFL players Russell Davis, Tony Lilly and Matt Lehr | https://www.insidenova.com/sports/prince_william/who-and-where-the-local-high-school-football-programs-are-for-2022/article_531a5d74-1a49-11ed-85ff-87e070b6c95b.html | 2022-08-24T14:04:26Z | insidenova.com | control | https://www.insidenova.com/sports/prince_william/who-and-where-the-local-high-school-football-programs-are-for-2022/article_531a5d74-1a49-11ed-85ff-87e070b6c95b.html | 1 | 1 | green-iguana-35 | null |
SUNRISE, Fla., Aug. 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- CertiProf, a leader in professional certifications, continues to expand their programs portfolio by introducing its Certified Trainer Program (CTP). The Certified Trainer Program aims to close the gap between professionals who seek to get trained on specific topics, Authorized Trainer Partners who are in the look of trainers, and trainers who want to boost their international reach.
CertiProf's objective is to offer high-quality education; the Certified Trainer Program's exhaustive validation process allows them only to have the most qualified trainers listed on their Empowering platform. Each trainer candidate must fill out an online application and provide an updated resume, a valid framework certificate, and a training simulation video. After being approved, the Certified Trainers get listed on Empowering and receive many benefits such as:
- Get invited to participate in certifications updates.
- Increase brand awareness by creating articles, blogs, case studies, videos, and more.
- Take advantage of CertiProf's website's global positioning and get visibility to thousands of visitors worldwide.
- Grow their income while being one of our Authorized Training Partners' official trainers.
- Expand their network through our community and get new opportunities for their Training career.
"Since we are a certification body, we don't provide training; we rely on our Authorized Certification Trainers (ATPs) to foster professional development and expand all professionals' knowledge worldwide," said Gina Gillin, Managing Director at CertiProf. "Thanks to the Certified Training Program, we create a bridge between our Authorized Training Partners and Certified Trainers to ensure our ATPs can provide training on our entire certificate portfolio. Some of the challenges our ATPs encounter is that sometimes they don't have specialized trainers for a specific professional certificate. With the Certified Training Program, we can ensure both our Authorized Trainer Partners and Certified Trainers are connected and can have a wider reach worldwide.
In previous stages of the program validation, we had applications of which 40% of the candidates applied for programs such as Scrum, ISO 27001, and OKR (objectives and key results). The goal is to continue accrediting more candidates in the different programs that respond to specific needs by region and language, such as Cybersecurity, Agile Coach, DevOps, Kanban, Design Thinking, Design Sprint, and Lean Six Sigma, among others."
Thanks to Empowering, CertiProf's latest platform, their community of lifelong learners will be able to find the support they need for their training processes. Empowering will allow them to search for specific Certified Trainers based on geolocation, language, framework, or technology. Thanks to the comprehensive validation process, their professional community will have peace of mind they are receiving the best training.
CertiProf is a globally recognized certification body that includes a partner community with over 1,000+ training companies worldwide. More than 900,000 certified professionals have validated their knowledge of agile practices in programs such as Scrum, DevOps, Design Thinking, and OKR, among others. A complete list of CertiProf's professional certificates can be found here.
Gina Gillin
gina.gillin@certiprof.org
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NORFOLK, Va., Aug. 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Dominion DMS announces integration with Honda iN Plus which allows information that is sent to American Honda Motors to be processed immediately over a secure Internet connection for Honda and Acura dealers. This eliminates multiple manual "processing" steps.
Features that are included are:
- Warranty Claims: This sends one or multiple warranty claims per repair order. It will include note fields that can be used to summarize a customer complaint or situation and how it was corrected. It also eliminates double entry of warranty claim information.
- VIN Inquiry Interface: This automatically generates vehicle history data before a repair order is created. It will contain complete vehicle service and status information.
- Parts Order/Parts Returns: This allows for easy entering and submission of parts orders and part return data. Multiple parts orders can be input at one time with an option to choose which part orders to process first.
- Electronics Parts Catalog: This allows Honda dealers to look up parts required to complete a repair, and automatically checks the Automotive Management Productivity Suite (AMPS) dealer on-hand parts database to determine whether or not the parts are currently in stock. Part orders can be completed and sent to Honda directly from the parts catalog. This also includes an automatic Honda warehouse parts locator check.
"The Honda iN Plus integration helps improve operating efficiencies and eliminates delays which save us time and increases productivity. It removes duplicate entries which could have resulted in costly mistakes." - Mark Kool, Co-owner, Janssen Kool Honda
Sharon Kitzman, President Dominion DMS - "At Dominion DMS, our mission is to partner with automotive dealers in an ever-evolving landscape. As a partner, we want to find ways to drive efficiencies into client processes, and Honda iN Plus provides modern integrations that offer that opportunity."
This announcement is yet another reason for dealers to reconsider their current DMS relationship and consider what VUE DMS can offer.
To learn more about VUE and future integrations, visit VUEDMS.com.
VUE DMS, a new cloud-native dealer management system solution, gives US-based retail automotive dealers the digital security, flexibility, and efficiency to meet today's rapidly changing market. Built on Microsoft Azure Cloud and decades of experience serving dealerships, VUE DMS enables dealers to deliver a superior buying experience, reduce costs and protect their business. Learn more at VUEDMS.com.
Dominion Dealer Solutions prides itself on providing the automotive industry's most innovative technology. Products include the new cloud-native dealer management system solution offering modern digital security, flexibility, and efficiency (VUE DMS), inventory management and merchandising (Dealer Specialties) and vehicle data solutions (DataOne), vehicle registration reporting (Cross-Sell), and AI-powered Customer intel platform for sales and service, (Activator Dealer Solutions). Every OEM and more than 6,000 dealer partners depend on Dominion's foundation of innovation, integrity, excellence, and teamwork to deliver outstanding results. For more information, visit our website, like us on Facebook, LinkedIn, and YouTube, and follow us on Twitter.
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SOUTHERN PINES, N.C., Aug. 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- As a part of its 2022 Project Launch initiative, First Bank announces the creation of the First Bank Book Club. Through the First Bank Book Club, public elementary and middle schools throughout North and South Carolina will receive visits from award-winning children's authors for a day of fun, discussion, and literacy.
In addition to time with the authors, students from the hosting grade level at each school will receive a copy of the book discussed, with additional copies to be donated to the school's library.
First Bank CEO & President, Mike Mayer, said of the initiative, "At First Bank, we believe Education benefits everyone. Concurrently, we believe reading is one of the best ways to get young students engaged in their education. That's why we are creating the First Bank Book Club to provide students in the communities we serve with the opportunity to become avid readers. We believe the more children read, the more they experience a world outside of their own, think more creatively and are more excited about learning."
The First Bank Book Club was built in partnership with the nonprofit Authors in Moore Schools (AIMS) of Southern Pines (NC). Authors in Moore Schools was established in 2015 with the mission to promote the love of reading by bringing students, parents, schools, communities, and authors together through great books. In the past 7 years, AIMS has hosted events with more than 100 authors in 40 schools and provided 19,000 free copies of those authors' books to students in Southeastern North Carolina. Authors include the best of the best in children's literature including Newbery, Caldecott and National Book Award Honor winners, Battle of the Books Authors and New York Times bestsellers. The donated books to the students and schools will be provided through The Country Bookshop, also of Southern Pines.
Angie Tally, Program Director of AIMS and Children's Department Manager of The Country Bookshop said of the program and partnership, "Community support has long been part of AIMS core with a number of local businesses, individuals, book clubs, and foundations providing funds for book purchases. Healthy communities know that Readers are Leaders, and we are thrilled to be partnering with First Bank Book Club in the Fall of 2022. AIMS and First Bank Book Club will join forces to extend the reach of the program to the towns throughout all of NC and SC where First Bank has a presence. Authors in Moore Schools looks forward to hosting more authors to more schools in more places and placing more amazing autographed books in the hands of more children in 2022 and beyond." AIMS and First Bank are working to finalize the schedule for the 2022-23 school year, but so far nearly a dozen authors have signed on to visit almost 30 schools, with more being added each week. These include writers like Terry Crews, Dhonielle Clayton, Kelly Yang, Stacy Macnaulty, and more.
Joining First Bank in the inaugural year of the First Bank Book Club is Quality Data Systems (QDS, Inc.) through its nonprofit, the Lionheart Charities. QDS is a long-time trusted vendor partner of First Bank's, and through Lionheart, they are a proven supporter of those who need it most in their communities. Their $10,000 donation will allow AIMS and First Bank to schedule more author visits and to get more books in the hands of students. "QDS, through Lionheart Charities, is proud to partner with our banking partner First Bank to invest in our local communities. We have a passion for children and learning and we are proud to be able to make this $10,000 donation to the Book Club to help learning come alive for children in the Carolinas" said Sean Farrell, CEO of QDS, Inc.
Although born out of Project Launch, which sees First Bank committing $500,000 in support of education throughout the Carolinas in 2022, First Bank hopes the First Bank Book Club will be an ongoing effort in years to come.
First Bank CEO Mike Mayer continued, "We hope to put books in the hands of hundreds of children in the Carolinas and get them excited by talking to and meeting these authors. And who knows, maybe some of these students will one day write a book of their own."
To learn more about the First Bank Book Club, visit www.localfirstbank.com/bookclub.
First Bank is the banking subsidiary of First Bancorp and is headquartered in Southern Pines, North Carolina, with total assets of approximately $10.6 billion. As a state-chartered community bank, First Bank operates 110 bank branches in North Carolina and South Carolina. Since 1935, First Bank has taken a tailored approach to banking, combining best-in-class financial solutions, helpful local expertise, and technology to manage a home or business. First Bancorp's common stock is traded on the NASDAQ Global Select Market under the symbol "FBNC." Visit our website at www.LocalFirstBank.com. Member FDIC, Equal Housing Lender.
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Experienced cyber leader to lead the government and financial industry strategy and accelerate information sharing between public and private sectors
LOS ALTOS, Calif., Aug. 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Contrast Security (Contrast), the leader in code security that empowers developers to secure as they code, today announced the appointment of Tom Kellermann, who will serve as the company's Senior Vice President of Cyber Strategy.
As a Contrast leader, Kellermann will be responsible for developing and overseeing the company's government and financial sector strategy, which will include advising government agencies, standard bodies, financial institutions, insurers and regulators. In addition, Kellermann will facilitate a new, industrywide approach to sharing strategic, software-layer cyberintelligence.
"While there has been some progress to increase the information sharing of cyberintelligence between the private and public sectors, as an industry we are still missing a significant opportunity to really strengthen the collective position against software attacks," said Alan Naumann, Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer at Contrast Security. "One of Tom's personal missions is to work towards the advancement and proactive defense of both the nation's critical infrastructure and financial sector. I believe his addition to the team will help us accelerate the impact of Contrast's offerings and increase our ability to be a great partner in those sectors."
Kellermann has more than 23 years of experience, which will be critical as Contrast expands its work with the government and financial sectors. Prior to joining Contrast, he held the positions of Head of Cybersecurity Strategy for VMware and Chief Cybersecurity Officer for Carbon Black Inc. In 2020, he was appointed to the Cyber Investigations Advisory Board for the United States Secret Service and was appointed a commissioner on the Commission on Cyber Security in 2008 for the 44th president of the United States.
"In 2022, the digital transformation of organizations has been hijacked due to the surge in application attacks and attacks on APIs. In order to combat growing threats, we must not only shift left in cybersecurity but build security into the entire SDLC [Software Development Life Cycle] in order to defend from within," said Tom Kellermann, Senior Vice President of Cyber Strategy at Contrast Security. "I am proud to join Contrast Security, and Jeff Williams — who I believe is a pioneer in the industry — to lead cyber strategy and drive our mission of protecting code security and ultimately the software that we rely on daily."
To find out more about Contrast and its Secure Code Platform, please visit https://www.contrastsecurity.com/platform.
Contrast Security secures the code that global business relies on. It is the industry's most modern and comprehensive code security platform, removing security roadblock inefficiencies and empowering enterprise developers to write and release secure application code faster. Embedding code analysis and attack prevention directly into software with instrumentation, the Contrast platform automatically detects vulnerabilities while developers write code, eliminates false positives, and provides context-specific how-to-fix guidance for easy and fast vulnerability remediation. Doing so enables application and development teams to collaborate more effectively and to innovate faster while accelerating digital transformation initiatives. This is why a growing number of the world's largest private and public sector organizations rely on Contrast to secure their applications in development and extend protection to cloud and on-premise applications in production.
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Bacon Rebate aims to help build a more sustainable planet for consumers, from a proudly carbon neutral brand
ELMHURST, Ill., Aug. 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Greenfield Natural Meat Co. a sustainable meat brand produced by the world's first major carbon neutral food company Maple Leaf Foods, Inc. (TSX:MFI), has introduced a Bacon Rebate to help Americans have their bacon, get paid, and help protect the planet.
Around the world, people earn rewards for making sustainable choices for the health of our planet. Energy efficient appliances? Rebate. Eco-friendly car? Rebate. Now, choosing sustainable bacon earns its own rewards. Claiming the Bacon Rebate is as simple as it sounds: just look for Greenfield Natural Meat Co. bacon and its carbon zero label at your local Publix, Kroger, Sam's Club, Albertsons and affiliate stores, and other participating retailers. Every customer who purchases a participating product can claim their $2 USD rebate that is directly deposited in their Venmo account.
The Bacon Rebate: How to help save the planet, eat bacon, and get paid.
American bacon lovers can claim their Bacon Rebate in three easy steps:
1) BUY any Greenfield Natural Meat Co. bacon
2) TEXT a photo of your receipt to 811811 using the keyword: BACON
3) EARN a $2 USD rebate. After your receipt is validated, you will receive a text with your Venmo deposit link
"We are proud to offer consumers great tasting, sustainable bacon that they can feel good about eating," says Kate Beresford, VP Marketing, Sustainable Meat, Greenfield Natural Meat Co. "Our new Bacon Rebate takes our sustainability efforts to the next level by mirroring other green rebate programs, like those available for purchasing energy efficient appliances, to financially reward people for making choices that are good for the planet. Even better? Conscious carnivores don't have to give up the foods they love."
Proudly Carbon Neutral since 2019
The Bacon Rebate is part of a larger campaign aimed at helping Americans "have their meat and eat it too," showing meat eaters that they can be part of a greener solution without sacrificing their favorite foods. Greenfield Natural Meat Co., a Maple Leaf Foods brand that is proudly carbon neutral since 2019 and Green Circle Certified, works to avoid and reduce emissions, and to offset unavoidable emissions with high quality, verifiable environmental projects throughout North America that bring the company's net carbon footprint to zero.
"More than 95% of the population consumes meat, and we see an opportunity to help conscious carnivores feel good about their choice when they choose Greenfield Natural Meat Co. bacon," says Beresford. "We know our audience, they are constantly inundated with sustainability messaging from brands that don't always back it up. Greenfield Natural Meat Co. is purpose driven with an ambitious sustainability vision. Through this campaign, we aim to educate our consumer on what the Greenfield brand is all about and to incentivize them to try our products for themselves."
Greenfield Natural Meat Co. is committed to further reducing its environmental footprint by 50 percent by 2025, further improving on the brand's already net zero carbon footprint.
Starting July 18, text 811811 using the keyword: BACON to claim $2 USD. The Bacon Rebate offer is valid for a limited time, until October 14, 2022 while supplies last on purchases of 12-36oz. Greenfield bacon products. Limit of one redemption per person. For Terms & Conditions and more information about where to buy Greenfield Natural Meat Co. bacon, visit www.baconrebate.com.
About Greenfield Natural Meat Co.
Greenfield is on a mission to make the world a better place by making meat right. This means producing meat in a more natural way, using simple natural ingredients, no antibiotics or hormones in raising animals and advancing high standards of care.
For more information please visit: www.greenfieldmeat.com
About Maple Leaf Foods Inc.
Maple Leaf Foods is a carbon neutral company with a vision to be the most sustainable protein company on earth, responsibly producing food products under leading brands including Maple Leaf®, Maple Leaf Prime®, Maple Leaf Natural Selections®, Schneiders®, Schneiders® Country Naturals®, Mina®, Greenfield Natural Meat Co.®, Lightlife® and Field Roast™. The Company employs approximately 13,500 people and does business primarily in Canada, the U.S. and Asia. The Company is headquartered in Mississauga, Ontario and its shares trade on the Toronto Stock Exchange (MFI).
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iCIMS Marketing Automation enables talent teams to measure engagement, automate and personalize outreach to candidates
HOLMDEL, N.J., Aug. 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- iCIMS, the talent cloud company, has been recognized by Human Resource Executive and the HR Technology Conference & Exposition with a "Top HR Product of the Year" award for iCIMS Marketing Automation. iCIMS earned recognition for redefining recruitment marketing with its innovative solution that enables talent teams to automate and personalize campaigns, based on individual candidate behavior.
iCIMS Marketing Automation helps talent teams identify which candidates are cold, warm and hire-ready, based on candidates' online behavior and interest levels. The award-winning solution empowers hiring teams to improve efficiency by customizing and automating how they engage with candidates, individually and at scale.
"With today's changing workforce dynamics, keeping up with candidates is not as simple as it once was," said Adam Gordon, vice president of recruitment marketing automation, iCIMS. "iCIMS Marketing Automation meets talent where they are in their job search, serving up content at the right place and the right time, while helping companies to build pipelines for critical, hard-to-fill roles. Recruiters can now tap out of the guessing game when it comes to candidate interest and create a sophisticated recruitment marketing strategy to achieve their talent goals more efficiently and at scale."
Following the acquisition of Candidate.ID, iCIMS introduced iCIMS Marketing Automation, a powerful new addition to the iCIMS Talent Cloud portfolio. iCIMS Marketing Automation complements and extends iCIMS Talent Cloud CRM, which curates talent pipelines and applies patented AI to match talent to good-fit positions, based on skills and experience.
"Hiring remains a challenge for most organizations, and I strongly believe iCIMS Marketing Automation is a critical solution that can help transform talent attraction and engagement," said Steve Boese, co-chair of the HR Technology Conference & Exposition. "Over the last two years, we've reviewed 400+ new product submissions and demos, and I can confidently say that HR technology innovation has not slowed down."
iCIMS will be recognized at the Top HR Product awards ceremony at the HR Technology Conference and Exposition at the Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas, Sept. 13-16. This marks iCIMS' fifth consecutive year with a winning solution, following iCIMS Video Studio in 2021 and iCIMS for Microsoft Teams in 2020. Visit iCIMS at booth #5915.
Global talent and technology leaders can learn more about how this award-winning technology is enabling talent teams to lead boldly by registering for third-annual INSPIRE global conference on Nov. 17. More details will be shared on the future vision for iCIMS Marketing Automation.
About iCIMS, Inc.
iCIMS is the talent cloud company that empowers organizations to attract, engage, hire and advance the right talent that builds a diverse, winning workforce. iCIMS accelerates transformation for a community of more than 4,000 customers, including 40% of the Fortune 100, that collectively employ more than 34 million people around the world. For more information, visit www.icims.com.
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Human Risk Management leader also newly listed on the Cloud Security Alliance Security Trust Assurance and Risk Registry
AUSTIN, Texas, Aug. 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Living Security, the leader in Human Risk Management, today announced it has successfully completed a System and Organization Controls (SOC) 2 Type II audit, a voluntary compliance standard developed by the American Institute of CPAs (AICPA).
The SOC 2 Type II report describes an organization's systems and whether the design of specified controls meets the relevant trust services categories. It also assesses the effectiveness of those controls over a specified period of time. Living Security's SOC 2 Type II report did not have any noted exceptions and therefore was given a clean audit opinion.
Living Security is also newly added to the Cloud Security Alliance (CSA) Security Trust Assurance and Risk (STAR) registry, the world's largest and most consequential cloud provider security program. This assessment evaluates companies on key security principles including transparency, rigorous auditing, and harmonization of standards. Companies are required to indicate best practices and validate the security posture of their own cloud offerings. Publishing to the registry allows enterprises to show customers the regulations, standards and security networks that they adhere to.
"This is an important step in our mission to not only provide best-in-class service to our customers to keep them cyber secure, but to ensure them that we are also constantly improving our own security posture as well," said Drew Rose, CSO of Living Security.
This assessment comes on the heels of Living Security being named a leader in The Forrester Wave™: Security Awareness and Training Solutions, Q1 2022 , further cementing the company's position in the market. More than 1,500 providers are currently included in the CSA STAR registry, and it is fast becoming a mandate for enterprises.
"We are extremely proud of this milestone as a company," said Rose. "This is proof that we hold ourselves to the same high standard of security and compliance that we continuously provide to our customers."
For more information on the CSA STAR registry and Living Security's offerings, visit www.livingsecurity.com.
Living Security's mission is to transform human risk to drive dramatic improvement in human behaviors, organizational security culture, and infosec program effectiveness. With our Human Risk Management platform, Living Security engages each employee with innovative and relevant context and content, while simultaneously providing the ability for leadership to identify, report on and directly mitigate the risk brought on by human behavior. Living Security is trusted by security-minded organizations like MasterCard, Verizon, MassMutual, Biogen, AmerisourceBergen, Hewlett Packard, and Target. Learn more at www.livingsecurity.com .
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Veteran software and hardware leader brings wealth of expertise to guide fast-growing ML model deployment leader towards next phase of growth
SEATTLE, Aug. 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- OctoML today announced the appointment of Lip-Bu Tan as an independent new member of its board of directors, effective immediately. Lip-Bu Tan is Executive Chairman of Cadence Design Systems, Founder and Chairman of Walden International ("WI"), and Executive Managing Partner of Walden Catalyst Ventures and Celesta Capital.
"Lip-Bu's experience as a software and hardware innovator—at larger enterprises and high-growth organizations—is precisely what we need during this growth stage in our business and industry," said Luis Ceze, CEO, OctoML. "His deep knowledge of and connections to the hardware ecosystem, relentless focus on customer experience, and proven success building strategic partnerships, will be invaluable as we scale to help AI practitioners worldwide innovate faster in the deployment of intelligent applications."
Tan has four decades of hardware and software industry expertise, with a strong technical foundation in semiconductors, having recently received the Semiconductor Industry Association's highest honor, the Robert N. Noyce Award. Tan previously served as President and CEO of Cadence Design Systems, a leader in computational software, where he spearheaded the company's business and cultural transformation, tripling revenue during his tenure. He sits on the boards of several companies, including Intel Corporation, Schneider Electric SE and Credo Technology Group Holding Ltd. He also serves on the board of trustees and School of Engineering Dean's Council at Carnegie Mellon University and the University of California, Berkeley's Engineering Advisory Board.
"AI is poised to transform virtually every industry, but in order to continue innovating, the ability to deploy machine learning models to applications must become accessible to a broader set of practitioners," said Tan. "This is precisely what OctoML has set out to do. Their cutting-edge technology makes it much easier for organizations to build intelligent applications using the ML model, hardware, software and infrastructure of their choice. I'm excited to support them on their mission to make AI more accessible and sustainable."
ABOUT OCTOML
OctoML is a machine learning deployment platform with a mission to make ML more accessible and sustainable. Its industry-leading technology generates production-ready software functions that easily integrate with an organization's existing application stacks and DevOps workflows. Based in Seattle, Washington, the company's investors include Madrona Venture Group, Amplify Partners, Addition, and Tiger Global. For more information, please visit https://octoml.ai
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Perfecto proudly supports Flutter Integration Testing so your apps can fly high with stellar app ratings and ensure unmatched omni-channel experiences.
MINNEAPOLIS, Aug. 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Perforce Software, a provider of solutions to enterprise teams requiring productivity, visibility, and scale along the development lifecycle, announces Perfecto's latest support for Flutter integration testing for native mobile applications.
Flutter is an open source framework by Google that transforms the app development process by empowering Dart developers and programmers to build, test, and deploy mobile, web, desktop, and embedded apps from a single codebase.
There are three types of testing for Flutter apps: Unit, Widget and Integration tests. Perfecto proudly supports Integration Testing, also known as end-to-end testing or GUI testing, the most comprehensive testing type out of the three. Flutter integration testing is performed via a configurable Gradle plugin that allows users to install and run the iOS and Android tests in parallel and at scale.
"We are committed to support up and coming frameworks as well as the popular frameworks that our customers use to ensure the quality of their Omni-channel apps." said Stephen Feloney, VP of Products – Continuous Quality at Perforce. "Flutter is the latest example of this commitment."
Testers can greatly benefit by testing their native mobile Flutter applications with Perfecto. Perfecto is secure, reliable and takes care of all the maintenance associated with cloud-infrastructure and mobile devices. This lets Flutter users focus more on building and testing their apps, instead of dealing with downtime, network clogging, and other issues that come with in-house architecture.
Perfecto's enterprise-grade cloud allows Flutter app developers to automate and scale their testing, so they can test more, test faster, and keep up with all the necessary test permutations needed to ensure broad coverage. And with AI-powered reporting, Flutter users can quickly identify and fix issues in their Flutter integration tests, maintaining the velocity needed to get quality apps to market—fast.
Perfecto is the ideal testing solution for testers who want to stay within the Flutter ecosystem—all while capturing the benefits of a trusted, powerful enterprise testing lab like Perfecto. Test your native mobile Flutter apps end-to-end with Perfecto to ensure high quality mobile experiences from start to finish.
To learn more about Perfecto's integration with Flutter, click here.
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Engineers from Goldman Sachs and Globant developed the application in partnership with Project Rousseau staff and students to help homeless youth find shelters based on their needs
NEW YORK, Aug. 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Project Rousseau, Goldman Sachs and Globant announced the launch of a web application to help homeless youth navigate the homeless shelter system in New York City. Through an easy-to-use, anonymous survey, the application curates a list of shelter recommendations based on individual eligibility and personal needs.
There are over 100,000 homeless children and young adults living in New York City today, many of whom face repeated challenges finding shelters where they are eligible for admission. The uncertainty of this process can have a profound impact on students in particular, as it can be challenging for them to effectively continue to attend their schools and have a sense of stability. The lack of a streamlined, personalized placement system makes navigating the homeless shelter system difficult and stressful for many young people.
"This app is a phenomenal resource for homeless youth and their service-providers to streamline what is otherwise a very complex process during a young person's time of greatest need," said Andrew Heinrich, Founder and Executive Director of Project Rousseau. "We are so grateful to Goldman Sachs for their thought partnership and leadership on this initiative, and to Goldman Sachs and Globant for their incredible expertise and effort in realizing our vision for this app. We are certain that it will have a tangible impact on the lives of many young people in New York, and hopefully be a model for how technology can be used to streamline access to other services, and to services for youth outside of New York."
Project Rousseau's Founder recognized this gap and teamed up with Goldman Sachs Engineering and Globant to provide a solution to help homeless youth navigate the system and increase the adoption rate of the services that are available to them. Goldman Sachs most recently raised money for Project Rousseau during the height of the pandemic to provide students with laptops when school let out for the summer to allow them to continue their studies, apply for jobs, and more. When the opportunity with Project Rousseau arose, Goldman Sachs collaborated with Globant, one of its strategic partners, to help develop and bring the solution to life.
"Goldman Sachs is committed to giving back and investing in innovative solutions to help uplift our communities. I am thrilled to see our engineers harnessing their technical expertise to support the homeless youth in New York City and contribute to the greater good of the community" said Atte Lahtiranta, Chief Technology Officer at Goldman Sachs.
Designed by a group of volunteer engineers, pro bono engineers from Goldman Sachs and Globant, in partnership with Project Rousseau, the new application provides homeless youth with a personalized list of eligible shelters that best match their personal needs based on each individual survey responses. One of the volunteers is Tahiya Chowdhury, a Product Manager at Goldman Sachs and an alumna of Project Rousseau. Tahiya arrived in New York City as a child with her family from Bangladesh. She excelled in academics and extracurricular activities, serving as a leader and role-model for her Project Rousseau peers, graduating from Columbia University, and now giving back to the Project Rousseau community in her role at Goldman Sachs. A number of current Project Rousseau students, including those who reside in homeless shelters, also contributed to the development of the application.
"At Globant, we believe – and have seen firsthand with our clients – that technology can change the world and improve lives," said Fernando Matzkin, Chief Business Officer of North America at Globant. "Through this collaboration with Goldman Sachs and Project Rousseau, we have created a digital solution that will revolutionize the day-to-day experiences of homeless youth in New York City by easing their ability to access critical, life-saving services."
This web application is the first in a proposed series of collaborations between Goldman Sachs, Globant, and Project Rousseau to increase the uptake of social services among low-income communities.
For more information on the application, please visit letmefind.org.
Project Rousseau helps young people from communities in the highest need to reach their full potential and excel in higher education and the workforce. Our students come from families with an average income of less than $12,000, living well below the poverty line. Along with financial insecurity, our students often face hardships such as homelessness, hunger, and violence. We take a holistic approach to our students' education and development because we believe that academic problems rarely have solely academic causes. We do this through four pillars of programming: comprehensive, one-to-one Mentoring and Student Needs support; Academics; Community Service; and Broadening Horizons. Project Rousseau's programs have served over 2,500 students in the United States across four cities and two Native American Reservations.
The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. is a leading global financial institution that delivers a broad range of financial services across investment banking, securities, investment management and consumer banking to a large and diversified client base that includes corporations, financial institutions, governments and individuals. Founded in 1869, the firm is headquartered in New York and maintains offices in all major financial centers around the world.
We are a digitally native company that helps organizations reinvent themselves and unleash their potential. We are the place where innovation, design and engineering meet scale.
- We have more than 25,900 employees and we are present in 20 countries working for companies like Google, Electronic Arts and Santander, among others.
- We were named a Worldwide Leader in CX Improvement Services by IDC MarketScape report.
- We were also featured as a business case study at Harvard, MIT, and Stanford.
- We are a member of The Green Software Foundation (GSF) and the Cybersecurity Tech Accord.
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CHICAGO, Aug. 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Continuing its innovation, cannabis operator Revolution announced the re-launch of Spectra, a favorite brand of patients for its unique minor cannabinoid-rich full spectrum formulations, CBD : THC ratio variations, and controlled dosing. Spectra now includes two products found only in the Spectra line – V-RSO (Vapable-Rick Simpson Oil), the first vapable RSO, and TEFSO (Therapeutic Edible Full Spectrum Oil), an improvement on traditional RSO that ensures more batch-to-batch consistency, with a clean taste and aroma. Each product will also include a Sleep formulation, containing the cannabinoid CBN known for sleep-inducing properties.
Spectra's product line will now include the following in multiple CBD:THC ratios:
- Canna Drops Tincture (1:1, 1:1 Sleep, 2:1, 4:1, 10:1)
- Canna Mist Oral Spray (1:1, 1:1 Sleep, 2:1, 4:1)
- V-RSO - Vapable-Rick Simpson Oil (1:1, 1:1 Sleep, 2:1, 4:1)
- TEFSO - Therapeutic Edible Full Spectrum Oil (1:1, 1:1 Sleep, 2:1, 4:1)
- Terpene-rich CBD:THC Flower (2:1)
"We've reformulated our Spectra line to increase the healing potential of each product," said Dusty Shoyer, President and COO of Revolution. "Each product still contains our proprietary 7-Strain Blend – oil derived from multiple strains of premium cannabis to ensure every product is fully balanced with cannabinoids and terpenes, and every dose works effectively."
Spectra has been a patient favorite in Illinois, and Revolution is committed to continuing to provide therapeutic products with proprietary formulations, in new innovative consumption formats. The Spectra brand also has a new look, showcasing the CBD:THC ratios on the packaging alongside extensive product education in a clean and updated look and feel.
"Spectra is a brand for those who seek balance and harmony from cannabis," said Molly Longest, Spectra Brand Manager. "The combination of CBD and THC largely determines how we interact with cannabis, along with our unique body chemistry, and Spectra's product portfolio features an array of CBD:THC ratios that give every individual a space to discover the right ratio, dose, and format for them. We're so excited to bring these product updates and innovations to market to meet the needs of each user that turns to Spectra."
Spectra products can be found at most Medical and Adult Use dispensaries in Illinois. More information about the brand and products can be found on the newly launched Spectra website.
Based in Illinois, Revolution is an industry-leading, multi-state cannabis operator that is revolutionizing the way legal cannabis is scientifically designed, grown, sold, packaged, and consumed. Focusing on health and wellness solutions, Revolution uses a best-in-class cultivation process, informed by genetic research, to produce superior cannabis. In addition to Illinois, Revolution also operates in Arkansas, Florida, Maryland, and Missouri. For more, visit www.revcanna.com.
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WASHINGTON, Aug. 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Steward Partners Global Advisory, LLC, an employee-owned, full-service independent partnership, welcomes Barr Wealth Management, led by veteran advisor Thomas Barr, as the latest wealth management team to choose Steward's independent partnership. Most recently, Barr spent 14 years with Wells Fargo where he managed around $220 million for 35 client households. Barr Wealth Management will be in the Steward Partners' New York City office.
"Steward Partners has a unique business model where all our advisors are truly partners who not only have an ownership stake in the company, but also own their own practice," said Doug Kentfield, President and Head of Wealth Management at Steward Partners. "That has really been a key part of our success in recruiting accomplished, highly experienced advisors like Tom who has maintained some client relationships for more than 25 years. We have a strong pipeline and expect to continue our current growth trajectory."
"Before making the decision to leave Wells Fargo, I looked at and spoke with at least a dozen firms with varying structures and found that Steward Partners was by far the best choice for me and more importantly, my clients," explained Thomas Barr, Partner, Managing Director and Wealth Manager at Steward Partners. "I like the fact that Steward has gathered some $25 billion in client assets but is still small enough to be nimble in terms of making decisions. I feel the firm has a lot of momentum and resources to help me grow my business. The fact that The Pritzker Organization has recently invested $100 million in Steward Partners is a testament to what a strong player the organization has become in the advisory space."
Thomas Barr has close to 40 years of experience as a wealth manager. After graduating from the University of Pennsylvania with a degree in economics, he began his career as a Portfolio Manager in the Private Banking Division of Bankers Trust Company, followed by a similar role at Citibank Private Bank where he met the investment needs of individuals, including trusts and estates. He then spent 20 years at Munn, Bernhard & Associates, Inc., (later called MB Investment Partners) a private NYC-based investment advisory firm before joining Wells Fargo Advisors in 2008. Joining Barr will be Partner, Vice President and Senior Registered Client Administrative Manager, Arline Strelzik, who has worked closely with him for more than a decade.
"It's extremely gratifying that out of all the options available from independent firms and wirehouses, that Tom Barr has chosen to join Steward Partners," said Michael Drumm, Senior Vice President and Divisional President at Steward Partners. "We look forward to helping him continue serving his current client base while also growing his business."
Steward Partners is one of the country's fastest growing independent wealth management firms and ranked #20 on Barron's list of Top RIAs in 2021, an annual ranking of independent advisory companies based on value of assets managed, technology spending, staff diversity, succession planning, and other metrics. Steward Partners also had fifteen of its partners named to the Forbes list of Best-In-State Wealth Advisors and three advisors on Forbes America's Top Women Wealth Advisors Best-In-State List in 2022, both of which are prepared by SHOOK Research.
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SAN FRANCISCO, Aug. 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Retrace, a leader in dental artificial intelligence and provider of digital infrastructure for U.S. healthcare, announces the publication, "A generative adversarial inpainting network to enhance prediction of periodontal clinical attachment level" in the August 2022 Edition of the Journal of Dentistry.
This groundbreaking study for the first time demonstrates how the use of a novel Generative Adversarial Network (GAN), (U.S. Patent Numbers: US 11,217,350 B2; US 11,276,151 B2; US 11,398,013 B2), often referred to as a "Deep Fake", improves the diagnostic accuracy of AI algorithms in identifying periodontal disease.
Medical and dental AI imaging algorithms are often trained on limited data sets from a limited number of providers, patients and imaging sources. As a result, when these algorithms are used in a general production environment, the algorithms struggle to achieve the same level of accuracy as the environment they were trained in.
"Over the past few years, we have seen a sharp rise in dental and medical imaging AI companies; some who have even received FDA Clearance," said Dr. Ali Sadat, Founder and CEO of Retrace. "Looking at the data, most devices were cleared with only a few hundred images from a limited number of imaging sources. As a result, these algorithms have struggled to generalize to the same level of accuracy in a real-world environment compared to the training set used to get clearance. Novel technologies like this can help mitigate these deficiencies and improve the generalizability of many diagnostic dental and medical AI solutions."
In oral healthcare, dental radiographs are often taken to aid in the diagnosis of periodontal disease. Real world challenges arising from image distortions, patient anatomy, limited field of view, sensor, and cone angulation result in the poor AI performance. This blinded study, across 10,687 radiographs with independent validation from clinicians and research scientists at the University of California, San Francisco demonstrated the superiority of using a generative adversarial network to improve AI accuracy.
"Clinicians routinely imagine hidden anatomy and unify disjoint medical images in their minds, but AI has historically struggled to cope with image boundaries and discontinuities," said Dr. Vasant Kearney, CTO of Retrace. "Our team is very excited to present an elegant solution that could be used to solve complex claim and healthcare transactions while delivering an enhanced patient and provider experience."
"The use of deep learning algorithms can potentially resolve the challenges in evaluating dental bitewings and periapical radiographs due to the limited field-of-view of these images. Artificial intelligence technology may enhance prediction accuracy of clinical attachment level and periodontal diagnosis in the future," said Dr. Guo-Hao (Alex) Lin, Director of UCSF Postgraduate Periodontics Program.
About Retrace
Founded in 2016, Retrace enables real-time connectivity between payors, providers and patients to provide value-based payments rooted in quality measures. Retrace's network and Intelligent Automation solutions streamline the complexity of dental administration with scalable end-to-end services powered by AI technologies to deliver high quality, simple and predictable healthcare. Retrace's investors include Intel Capital and SoftBank Ventures Asia. Retrace is privately held and headquartered in San Francisco, California. To learn more, please visit www.retrace.ai.
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BALTIMORE (CBS/WBOC) - Gov. Larry Hogan on Monday announced that up to $198 million in federal small business relief will be available through the State Small Business Credit Initiative.
The financial relief will funnel down through three state agencies: the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development, the Maryland Department of Commerce, and the Maryland Technology Development Corporation, state staff said.
It will be used to enhance nine state business lending and investment programs, according to state staff.
The State Small Business Credit Initiative will support businesses by providing them with limited opportunities for growth whether due to the pandemic or historic disinvestment, state staff said.
The plan is to support communities and areas with a high concentration of small, micro, and socially and economically disadvantaged individual businesses, according to state staff.
In this way, ongoing state investments in underserved communities will be preserved, state staff said.
The State Small Business Credit Initiative was established by Congress in 2010. It received a $10 billion allocation as part of the American Rescue Plan Act, state staff said.
"The State of Maryland's small business programs are proven and effective, providing critical relief during the pandemic and supporting strong economic growth during our ongoing recovery," Hogan said. "This additional funding will ensure Maryland continues to remain open for business by supercharging these programs to increase capacity and better serve entrepreneurs and small businesses, especially those creating jobs and other opportunities that fuel the revitalization of disinvested communities." | https://www.wboc.com/news/md-agencies-to-expand-state-business-lending-and-investment-programs/article_1875484e-23b0-11ed-81f2-37ee52f32a93.html | 2022-08-24T14:12:02Z | wboc.com | control | https://www.wboc.com/news/md-agencies-to-expand-state-business-lending-and-investment-programs/article_1875484e-23b0-11ed-81f2-37ee52f32a93.html | 1 | 1 | green-iguana-35 | null |
DOVER, Del. - Dover police are asking the public's help in identifying a shoplifting suspect who almost struck an officer with a car.
Police said the officer was at the Walgreens at 1001 Forrest Ave. last Thursday evening, when a male suspect was seen walking out of the store without paying for merchandise.
The suspect began to run away and the officer chased him. The suspect then entered a brown Honda Civic at which time the officer told the suspect to get out. Police said the suspect then drove the vehicle at the officer, but the officer was able to get out of the way unharmed. A car chase ensued and continued for approximately 30 minutes through several towns. The pursuit was ultimately terminated due to the suspect's reckless driving.
The suspect is described as a white male, approximately 6-foot-0, weighting approximately 250 pounds, and with black hair. He was wearing a hat, a gray shirt, light colored shorts, and black sneakers.
If you have any information on the identity of this suspect, contact the Dover Police Department at 302-736-7111. Tips may also be submitted to law enforcement through Delaware Crime Stoppers at 800-TIP-3333 or online at delaware.crimestoppersweb.com; a cash reward is possible for information leading to an arrest. | https://www.wboc.com/news/suspect-sought-after-nearly-running-dover-officer-over-with-car/article_91c62e7a-23a1-11ed-89ec-cb6d0a8925c2.html | 2022-08-24T14:12:08Z | wboc.com | control | https://www.wboc.com/news/suspect-sought-after-nearly-running-dover-officer-over-with-car/article_91c62e7a-23a1-11ed-89ec-cb6d0a8925c2.html | 1 | 1 | green-iguana-35 | null |
Ralph Curtis Moore Sr, of Delmar, MD passed away on Friday, August 19, 2022, at his daughter’s home in Whaleyville, MD. Ralph was born on October 23,1934 in Martinsville, VA. He was the son of the late John Leslie Moore and Mary Etta Moore.
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Dr. Robert H. Wheelock, 83, of Ocean City, MD, previously of Weston, MA, died from complications of leukemia on 8 August, 2022. Dr. Wheelock was born in Newton, MA on 14 November, 1938. He graduated from Webster Central School, NY in 1956, Tufts University in 1960, and the University of Vermont College of Medicine in 1964. He joined the US Navy and interned at the US Naval Hospital, St. Albans, NY in 1956. He qualified and served as a Medical Officer on the nuclear submarine USS Nathanael Greene (SSBN 636) from 1966 through 1967.
To read full obituary, click Here. | https://www.wboc.com/obituaries/robert-h-wheelock/article_6cebd026-23a3-11ed-be43-f3951e86652b.html | 2022-08-24T14:12:21Z | wboc.com | control | https://www.wboc.com/obituaries/robert-h-wheelock/article_6cebd026-23a3-11ed-be43-f3951e86652b.html | 1 | 1 | green-iguana-35 | null |
Sylvia E. Taylor,83, passed away Thursday August 18,2022. She was born on Prince Edward Island, British Columbia, on
July 1,1939.
She was married to the late Charles B. Taylor of Tyaskin for more than 50 years.
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Sylvia E. Taylor,83, passed away Thursday August 18,2022. She was born on Prince Edward Island, British Columbia, on
July 1,1939.
She was married to the late Charles B. Taylor of Tyaskin for more than 50 years.
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Legal Search Firm Earns Spot on Prestigious List with Three-Year Growth of 410%
NEW YORK, Aug. 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- VOYlegal, an innovative legal search firm that matches top attorneys with leading employers nationwide, announced today that the company earned a spot on the annual Inc. 5000 list, the most prestigious ranking of the fastest-growing private companies in America. The annual list represents the top 1% of companies in terms of growth. VOYlegal ranked 1557 with three-year growth of 410%.
"We are honored to be included on the 2022 Inc. 5000 list," said VOY co-founder and CEO Sandeep Rao. "It is especially meaningful to be recognized this year as we celebrate the company's 10th anniversary. Our growth over the last decade has been driven in large part by being a natively remote company and leveraging our state-of-the-art technology that allows our team to work seamlessly across markets."
In the last year, VOY increased headcount by 23%, expanded into new markets and served an increasing number of clients ranging from AmLaw 100 and regional law firms to corporations. To date in 2022, VOYlegal's team has facilitated over 125 placements in 25 distinct markets, including assisting with the opening of Norton Rose Fulbright's Chicago office and leading the move of cybersecurity partner Elliot Golding to McDermott Will & Emery.
"We have very intentionally grown our team over the last several years and are proud to have some of the best recruiters in the industry," said Miten Shah, VOYlegal co-founder and Managing Principal. "It's exciting to know that we're not only a trusted company that legal employers repeatedly turn to, but are also one of the most prosperous and fastest-growing private companies across sectors."
The companies on the 2022 Inc. 5000 have not only been successful, but have also demonstrated resilience amid economic uncertainty, labor shortages, and the ongoing impacts of the pandemic. Complete results of the Inc. 5000, including company profiles and an interactive database that can be sorted by industry, region, and other criteria, can be found at www.inc.com/inc5000.
"The accomplishment of building one of the fastest-growing companies in the U.S., in light of recent economic roadblocks, cannot be overstated," says Scott Omelianuk, editor-in-chief of Inc. "Inc. is thrilled to honor the companies that have established themselves through innovation, hard work, and rising to the challenges of today."
VOYlegal is an innovative legal search firm that specializes in placing top attorney talent with elite legal employers nationwide. VOY represents partner, counsel, and associate candidates in making strategic moves to advance their careers. VOY assists some of the nation's top law firms in achieving their talent acquisition and growth goals. For more information, visit VOYlegal.com.
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China's unrivaled 70-day heat wave
The extreme heat and drought that has been roasting a vast swath of southern China for at least 70 straight days has no parallel in modern record-keeping in China, or elsewhere around the world for that matter.
Why it matters: Based on recent studies, the question facing climate scientists is how much climate change contributed to this disaster.
The big picture: More than 260 weather stations saw their highest-ever temperatures during the long-running heat wave, according to state media reports.
- It has coincided with a severe drought that has shriveled rivers and lakes and throttled back some of China's hydropower production.
- This has led the government to cut power to Sichuan's key industrial hubs, an emergency measure extended on Aug. 21.
By the numbers: More all-time heat records fell Sunday, particularly in Sichuan province.
- Gao reached 110.3°F (43.5°C) while Jianyang and Zigong hit 110.1°F (43.4°C), according to Meteo France meteorologist Etienne Kapikian.
- The all-time high temperature of 105.8°F (41°C) in Mianyang on Sunday broke the previous record by 4°F, an unusually large margin for such a milestone.
- On Saturday, Chongqing, whose city center is home to 9 million, saw an overnight low temperature that was a few degrees hotter than its typical August daytime high, at 94.8°F (34.9°F).
- If verified, it would be the hottest overnight minimum temperature anywhere in China during August, according to weather historian Maximiliano Herrera.
- In Beibei, the temperature hit 113°F (45°C) on Aug. 19 and 20, the highest reliable temperature ever recorded in the country outside of Xinjiang.
Threat level: This heat wave has also set records for its geographic reach, with nearly 530,000 square miles within China seeing high temperatures exceed 104°F (40°C).
- This is equivalent to the states of Texas, Colorado and California combined.
- In China, such a footprint encompasses well over 100 million people.
What they’re saying: "I can't think of anything comparable to China's heat wave of summer 2022 in its blend of intensity, duration, geographic extent and number of people affected,” meteorologist Bob Henson, a contributor to Yale Climate Connections, told Axios.
- Henson noted the simultaneous extreme heat events and droughts also occurring this summer in Europe, East Africa and the U.S.
- “We know that when drought happens, a warming climate accentuates the impacts, parching the landscape and allowing temperatures to rise even further. We've seen the drought-and-heat playbook in action across the Northern Hemisphere this summer,” Henson said.
The bottom line: The human and economic tolls from this event are serious and will become clearer with time. For one, the drought and extreme heat are further slowing China's economic growth.
- They are also throwing another wrench into the supply chain. | https://www.axios.com/2022/08/22/china-heat-wave-drought-unprecedented?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=newsletter_axiosam&stream=top | 2022-08-24T14:20:06Z | axios.com | control | https://www.axios.com/2022/08/22/china-heat-wave-drought-unprecedented?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=newsletter_axiosam&stream=top | 1 | 1 | green-iguana-35 | null |
Everything to Know About Francis Ford Coppola’s “Dream Project,” Megalopolis
Twenty years in the making and finally, Francis Ford Coppola is ready to start production on what has been called his “dream project.” Megalopolis, a Roman epic set in modern times, written by Coppola himself, has been in the works for decades. Deadline’s Mike Fleming Jr. said he saw early footage of the movie back in 2001, but 9/11 then derailed the project. Eventually, Coppola decided he was going to take matters into his own hands, selling off a stake of his wine empire to self-finance the film, which has a budget of around $100 million. So, it’s safe to say that there’s a lot riding on Megalopolis, and with production starting this fall, more information on the highly-anticipated project will likely continue to emerge. For now, here’s everything you need to know about Coppola’s latest film.
Who will star in Megalopolis?
It was just announced that Aubrey Plaza has signed on to star in Megalopolis, meaning she will join the already-packed cast that was previously attached to the movie. As of now, Adam Driver, Forest Whitaker, Nathalie Emmanuel, Jon Voight, and Laurence Fishburne (who worked with Coppola back in 1979 on Apocalypse Now when he was just a teenager) will star in the film as well.
What is Megalopolis about?
The logline for Megaloplis is fairly vague at this point. Deadline has described the film as an “epic story of political ambition, genius and conflicted love” set in “a modern world unable to solve its own social problems.” Coppola has said the film is “a Roman epic, in the traditional Cecile B. DeMille or Ben-Hur way, but told as a modern counterpart focusing on America.” He was inspired by the Catiline Conspiracy, an attempted coup conducted by Lucius Sergius Catiline to overthrow the Roman consuls, including Marcus Cicero, in 63 BC. In the film Isaac will play Catiline, while Whitaker will play Cicero. Since Megalopolis is a modern retelling of this story, in the movie Cicero is “the beleaguered mayor of New York, during a financial crisis, close to the one that Mayor Dinkins had,” according to Coppola.
What else has Coppola said about Megalopolis?
Coppola realizes that Megalopolis isn’t going to look like a lot of the movies that are popular at the moment, but he believes it will be “an exciting change.” Back in 2021, Coppola spoke to Deadline about his hopes for the film. He said he’s not looking for more Oscars or to make money, he just wants to start conversations. “Somewhere down the line, way after I’m gone, all I want is for them to discuss [Megalopolis] and, is the society we’re living in the only one available to us?” he said. “What the movie really is proposing is that utopia is not a place. It’s how can we make everything better? Every year, come up with two, three or four ideas that make it better. I would be smiling in my grave if I thought something like that happened, because people talk about what movies really mean if you give them something.” | https://www.wmagazine.com/culture/francis-ford-coppola-megalopolis-release-date-cast-info-details | 2022-08-24T14:25:56Z | wmagazine.com | control | https://www.wmagazine.com/culture/francis-ford-coppola-megalopolis-release-date-cast-info-details | 1 | 1 | green-iguana-35 | null |
Julia Fox’s Parenting Advice Is Very Julia Fox
It may seem like Julia Fox spends the majority of her time baiting the paparazzi by stepping out in truly eye-catching ensembles, but in actuality, she’s mainly focused on being a mom. The 32-year-old Uncut Gems star gave birth to her son Valentino in January of 2021—a milestone that naturally occasioned an elaborate photo shoot—and now considers him her “masterpiece.” Two years into motherhood, she’s here to teach you how to make your child into someone you’ll treasure just as much. On Monday, she posted a TikTok that was equal parts parenting advice and history lesson.
“Hey guys, I’m just coming on here to remind you that childhood—the idea of childhood, the concept of childhood—was only invented in the 18th century. Prior to that, children were just regarded as little adults,” she begins. (It’s true—at least according to historians such as Philippe Ariès and Lawrence Stone.) “That’s why, in a lot of old paintings, the children don’t look the same way that we show them today—you know with all the angelic features and all that stuff. They didn’t do that back then.” (According to a number of historians, that’s also true. Churches tended to commission portraits of children, meaning they often depicted baby Jesus—a subject heavily influenced by the concept of homunculus, which is Latin for “little man.”)
So, that’s what historians think. As for what Fox thinks? “I think that the idea of childhood was invented as a way to just get parents to spend a lot of money on shit that kids don’t—it’s not really teaching your kid anything,” she goes on to assert with a small chuckle. “You just end up kind of raising a kid that’s, like, helpless and doesn’t know what to do.” In her experience, her son is less interested in toys and more curious about what she’s up to… which seems to mainly be chores? “I suggest everyone buy their kid a little mini mop, a little mini broom, and start teaching them those life skills really young,” she continues. “So that when they enter the real world, they don’t have to outsource for everything and they know how to do things for themselves.”
Fellow mom Emily Ratajkowski jumped into the comments to endorse miniature brooms, but most took the opportunity to take the mickey out of Fox. Among the most delightfully snarky responses: “Completely agree my son has been doing electric work in our home since he was 1.5 yrs” and “my baby carried his own bags home from the hospital after I gave birth.” Say what you will about Fox, but you can’t deny that she’s a source of endless entertainment. | https://www.wmagazine.com/culture/julia-fox-parenting-advice | 2022-08-24T14:26:02Z | wmagazine.com | control | https://www.wmagazine.com/culture/julia-fox-parenting-advice | 1 | 1 | green-iguana-35 | null |
Everything We Know About Kate Moss’s Wellness Brand, Cosmoss
Earlier this month, English tabloids began claiming that Kate Moss is launching a wellness brand that will hawk products such as $25 boxes of tea. Well, it turns out they were correct: On Tuesday, the 48-year-old supermodel confirmed that the rumors were true by posting a video of herself going for a swim that she captioned “COSMOSS is self-care created for life’s modern journeys.” (And as if the news wasn’t major enough, Moss invited her followers to “follow [her] to Cosmoss” while wearing her birthday suit.)
Moss has been slowly but surely venturing outside of modeling in recent years: She started representing talent such as Rita Ora and her daughter Lila at her eponymous agency in 2016 and was recently appointed the U.K. creative director of Diet Coke. At this stage in her life, she’s ready to “share her journey of self acceptance and freely be herself”—and for her, the way to do that is to helm what just might be the next Goop. Read on for the answers to all your questions about Cosmoss ahead of its launch on September 1.
What’s in Cosmoss’s range of products?
The Daily Mail reports that in addition to face creams and cleansers that target wrinkles and impurities, there will be specialty products such as a Gold Nectar CBD Face Oil. It sounds like there will also be fragrances, seeing as the brand has said that “the Cosmoss scent recenters and completes.” All will be “meticulously crafted with well-being in mind, using potent, natural substances.”
What’s the price range?
If the products go for as much as the “dawn tea” that promises to “protect the body against toxins,” you better start saving up. A box of 25 satchels costs roughly $25—which actually isn’t too bad compared to the box of 15 that Gwyneth Paltrow sells for $32 at Goop. As for the skincare products, we’re guessing they don’t cost nearly as much as the $1,100 intensive cream that Moss swears by.
Is Kate really equipped to dole out wellness advice?
You may be a bit hesitant about putting your health into the hands of someone whose most famous quote to date remains “nothing tastes as good as skinny feels,” but Moss has made some major lifestyle changes in the 13 years since she proclaimed the phrase her mantra (which she has since said that she regrets). “I’ve really noticed an improvement since I’ve been more ‘on it’ with [healthy] food—like eating salads and all that stuff—I never used to really eat salads,” she told the Guardian in 2017. “And now I’m like, juicing!” By that point, the model had stopped going to bed wearing makeup and even joined a gym. The next year, she revealed that for the first time in her life, she had taken up a skincare routine. Not that she didn’t before her current health kick, but we have to say, whatever she’s doing is working: Moss looks and seems to feel incredible, so we don’t really have qualms about taking her advice.
When does Cosmoss launch?
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Judge blocks federal guidelines that include abortion services in emergency care
Published: Aug. 24, 2022 at 9:01 AM CDT|Updated: 24 minutes ago
(CNN) - A judge is granting a preliminary injunction, blocking guidance from the Department of Health and Human Services aimed at abortion rights.
The ruling involves the Emergency Medical Treatment and Active Labor Act.
That law requires some medical providers to give emergency care to pregnant women even if they can’t pay.
The agency’s guidance states emergency care must also include abortions in situations where a woman’s health or life is threatened.
The federal agency added that medical providers would be protected if those actions violated state law.
U.S. District Court Judge James Wesley Hendrix, a federal judge in Texas, said that guidance was an overreach beyond the law’s purpose.
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The Atlanta police officers involved in the death of Rayshard Brooks have had charges against them dropped.
Brooks, a 27-year-old Black man, was taking a nap in his car at an Atlanta Wendy’s when officers came to arrest him for driving under the influence. Brooks asked officers Garrett Rolfe and Devin Brosnan if he could walk home instead of getting arrested. Once the officers declined his offer, the exchange between both parties heated up, Brooks resisted arrest and grabbed Brosnan’s taser. As he ran away from both cops and fired the taser at the cops, he was shot by Rolfe. Brooks eventually died at the hospital.
Rayshard Brooks, 27, was shot and killed June 12, 2020, after Officers Garrett Rolfe and Devin Brosnan tried to arrest him in the parking lot of an Atlanta Wendy’s. The restaurant was burned to the ground the following day: https://t.co/KN1NbkeXEn pic.twitter.com/AWMkTSU21Y
— Atlanta Journal-Constitution (@ajc) August 23, 2022
On Aug. 23, special prosecutor Peter Skandalakis ruled the officers’ decision to shoot Brooks was “reasonable.”
“Both acted as reasonable officers would under the facts and circumstances of the events of that night,” Skandalakis said, according to CNN. “Both acted in accordance with well-established law and were justified in the use of force regarding the situation.”
Brosnan’s representation applauded the decision in an official statement.
“Officer Brosnan was assaulted and tased by Mr. Brooks, and as a result suffered a concussion and required medical treatment,” Brosnan’s statement read. “Despite his own injuries, he called for and personally rendered aid to Mr. Brooks after the shooting. At no point did he assault or abuse Mr. Brooks.”
Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens shared that while he still mourns the loss of Brooks, he does respect the prosecutor’s decision.
“My heart continues to ache for the family of Rayshard Brooks,” Dickens’ statement read. “He was a father whose absence will forever be felt by our community.
“This matter was referred to the special prosecutor last year. I respect the independent role that the special prosecutor played in this case. Today, we received his decision.
“Over the last two years, our country has been engaged in important discussions about policing in America. We must maintain our commitment to the work of creating safe communities through collaboration between police and the people they serve.”
Both officers remain employed by the Atlanta Police Department.
Brooks’ death occurred at the height of Black Lives Matter protests in the summer of 2020 following the death of George Floyd in Minnesota. The Wendy’s Brooks died at was burned down in protests following his death, and the building has since been demolished. On Aug. 23, outside of the gated vacant lot where Brooks was shot, protestors returned to the site after the decision to drop charges was announced.
RIGHT NOW: A small group of demonstrators just showed up at the site of the Wendy’s where Rayshard Brooks was shot and killed in June 2020. #RayshardBrooks#GarrettRolfe#DevinBrosnan pic.twitter.com/A6jfbj3bS4
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Animal-loving grooms can enjoy a boozy ‘pup crawl’ with pals before their wedding day – with the world’s first bachelor party for dogs.
Revelers can pay for a weekend of dog-friendly games and activities including obstacle courses, doggy-paddleboarding, paw golf, and even canine yoga.
Dozens of venues in Newcastle, England, in the United Kingdom, have signed up to allow grooms to enjoy their bachelor send-offs with man’s best friend – as well as their best man – in tow.
The wacky ‘doggy do’ parties are being run by Newcastle-based company Last Night of Freedom.
Managing Director Matt Mavir said: “They say a dog is a man’s best friend, so it seems only right that they should be able to spend the stag or hen by their owner’s side.
“Millennials went dog mad during lockdown.
“Now a couple of years later they are all getting married, so that’s left many customers facing the problem of what to do with their dog during their weekend away.
“Rather than dump them in a kennel, we believe this is the solution, plus having your canine by your side only enhances what will already be one of the most memorable weekends of your life.”
Animal-loving bachelors can pay a few hundred dollars to have a wild night on the town at dog-friendly pubs, bars and hotels.
One such venue is Gateshead’s Central Bar which overlooks the iconic Tyne Bridge in the city near England’s border with Scotland.
Activities on offer include groomsmen taking their dogs on an ‘It’s a knock-out’-style assault course and team-up for a game of doggy dodgeball.
Bachelors can also take their dogs paddleboarding and join them to watch rugby Premiership team Newcastle Falcons play a home game.
More relaxing pursuits include having a doggy pamper day at a pet-friendly spa while canine yoga classes are also on offer.
Mavir added: “Geordies are known around the world for being friendly to people, but we also adore dogs and that’s demonstrated by the dozen plus venues that have opened their arms to letting people bring in their pet.”
“Geordie” is how the rest of England refers to residents of the area around Newcastle and the banks of the River Tyne. They are known for a particular accent in their speech, which is mostly associated with working-class people.
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Brison Edwards is a heavy supporter of promoting sexual health.
He is the digital content and operations strategist for SisterLove, a one-stop shop for sexual health. At Gilead‘s Community Conversation with Kandi Burruss and Dazon Dixon Diallo at The Gathering Spot in Atlanta, Edwards spoke to rolling out about the organization.
SisterLove offers free STD and STI testing, but what else do you offer?
In-person testing. We also provide at-home test kits, self-test kits for people, telehealth appointments, links to care for a variety of sexual health issues. We also do a lot of policy and advocacy work. So, changing the conversation at the federal level legally. But also culturally, how do people discuss these issues? Destigmatization is huge for us. We have an intersectional approach, we recognize if you have HIV, there’s also an aspect of complexity that’s added by other categories of identities, right? So if you’re a woman, or you’re a trans person, or gender non-conforming, and you have HIV or are at risk for it, you’re going to have a totally different experience than another person, right? If we really want to make an impact, we have to account for them.
What are some of the common misconceptions of people who have STDs or are HIV positive?
The biggest misconception about HIV is that it’s a death sentence. It’s not. Assuming the person can have their status identified in time, and they can get the linkage to care they deserve as a human being without restriction, then yeah, it’s not a death sentence. It’s something where you can have a very long and happy, productive life. Another big misconception is, if you have an STI or an STD, there’s some kind of immorality involved there. We have this concept that you’re almost being punished or something, or that it’s been because of bad behavior. That’s not the case at all. It’s like any other communicable disease, you know? We’re going back to that destigmatization. It’s really an important aspect of doing any kind of public health work with sexual health.
Where can people find you or SisterLove on social media?
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Chevrolet and the National Newspaper Publishers Association (NNPA) concluded their sixth year of “Discover the Unexpected (DTU),” a 10-week immersive internship and scholarship program for 11 HBCU students.
The 2022 DTU program was amplified by notable industry mentors and esteemed alumni. Program ambassador Terrence J, American actor, model and entertainer, accompanied the students in New Orleans as they participated in The Big Easy Bolt Race, a curated team ride and drive scavenger hunt to learn about Chevy electrification (benefits of an EV, charging, range, etc.) in addition to Black history and New Orleans culture.
Terrence J spoke with rolling out about being an ambassador and working with the interns throughout the program.
What does it mean for you to be an ambassador of the DTU program?
To combine things that I’m passionate about, and to do things with my life, not just my career, means a lot to me. At this stage, it’s of the utmost importance. Shooting movies is great. I love shooting films, but having one-on-one contact with these fellows and helping them grow is what legacy building is all about. It’s not just about career things and work things, it’s about personal connection. That’s why a program like this is really important to me.
You’re a graduate of an HBCU. How important was it to see Chevrolet’s involvement with those colleges?
I graduated in 2004, and the world was very different back then. How people viewed HBCUs was very different. We had to fight tooth and nail for a lot of big companies like this to get involved. Now to see super big fortune 500 companies getting involved in HBCUs on such a grand scale, it’s truly a blessing, It’s truly a great thing to see that growth, and to see these partnerships form. We want to continue to see these partnerships grow, and we want to continue to see those internships, scholarships, apprenticeships and fellowships like this.
How can you relate to the interns that you worked with alongside this program?
It inspires me in so many ways because when I was in college, I was working at NASCAR as an intern, so I’ve always had a connection to cars. The summer that I spent doing my internship, it changed my life, waking up working with executives, learning different skills, and just taking the gloves off and throwing punches at the real world. Those experiences were life changing for me, and very transformative. When I came back after that summer, I was a completely different student going into the second half of my college career. For me to see them and to see the growth just over the couple of weeks of this program, I know that these students are headed for success, and I’m just happy that we were all just a small part of it. | https://rollingout.com/2022/08/24/terrence-j-partners-with-chevrolets-discover-the-unexpected-program/ | 2022-08-24T14:29:06Z | rollingout.com | control | https://rollingout.com/2022/08/24/terrence-j-partners-with-chevrolets-discover-the-unexpected-program/ | 1 | 1 | green-iguana-35 | null |
Pro Football Hall of Fame quarterback and popular radio and TV sports personality Len Dawson has died. He was 87.
He led the Kansas City Chiefs to their first Super Bowl win in 1970, even picking up the MVP title. “Lenny the Cool” also guided Chiefs fans through their ups and downs as a broadcaster for more than 50 years.
"With wife Linda at his side, it is with much sadness that we inform you of the passing of our beloved Len Dawson. He was a wonderful husband, father, brother and friend. Len was always grateful and many times overwhelmed by the countless bonds he made during his football and broadcast careers," the Dawson family said in a statement to KMBC, where Dawson was a sportscaster for more than 40 years.
"He loved Kansas City and no matter where his travels took him, he could not wait to return home. Linda wants to acknowledge and thank the wonderful team of doctors, nurses and support staff at KU Med who showed tremendous amounts of love and compassion for Len."
Dawson was born in Alliance, Ohio, in 1935. Fifty-two years later, he stood at the Hall of Fame in nearby Canton, inducted after a 19-year football career. He was only the third person to enter the Hall of Fame as a player and a broadcaster, after Frank Gifford, Dan Dierdorf.
“I was into working,” Dawson said with a laugh in 2017, when the broadcasting booth at Arrowhead Stadium was formally dedicated to him. “Because my parents didn’t have a whole lot and they taught me something: ‘If you want something, find a way to earn it to get it done.’”
Dawson was a color commentator for the Chiefs radio broadcasts on the Chiefs radio network from 1984 through 2017. Play-by-play man Mitch Holthus, who grew up in western Kansas, was his broadcasting partner for 24 years and a long-time admirer.
“I made sure my mom made a crude, stitched jersey with 1 and 6 on it because I wanted to be Lenny Dawson,” Holthus said, referring to Dawson’s jersey No. 16.
Dawson was a first-round draft pick out of Purdue by the Pittsburgh Steelers in 1957 but was unable to get any significant playing time with the Steelers or in his two years with the Cleveland Browns in 1960 and 1961.
Meanwhile, Lamar Hunt founded the American Football League in 1960.
“I remember (Browns owner/coach) Paul Brown saying, ‘Hey, there’s a bunch of sons of rich people. This is a hobby for them,’” Dawson once recalled. “‘It won’t last more than a year or two. It’s not going to be very long.’”
Dawson signed with the Dallas Texans in the fledgling AFL before the 1962 season and was reunited with coach Hank Stram, one of his assistant coaches at Purdue. The Texans won the AFL championship that year before moving to Kansas City.
In 1964, Dawson threw 30 touchdown passes, a Chiefs record until Patrick Mahomes shattered it with 50 in 2018. On the verge of breaking Dawson’s record, Mahomes said he talked to Dawson about it.
“When you throw 30 touchdowns in today’s league where there’s a lot more passing, you’re still having a great season,” Mahomes said in 2018. “For him to be that advanced, I mean he won a Super Bowl here. He was one of the best quarterbacks to ever play.”
With Dawson at QB, the Chiefs lost in Super Bowl I, but beat the Minnesota Vikings 23-7 in Super Bowl IV. Dawson was the MVP.
“We were the underdog in that game,” he recalled in a 1993 interview. “We were supposed to get beat by a couple of touchdowns. Thankfully, we didn’t believe that.”
Dawson’s final season was in 1975 when he was 40. Behind an injury-decimated offensive line, he was sacked seven times in a late-season game. By then, Dawson said, he knew his playing career was over.
“It made my decision,” he said. “I said, ‘That’s it. I don’t need to take this whipping like this anymore.’”
Unbeknownst to Dawson in 1966, Chiefs president Jack Steadman started discussions with management at KMBC-TV and radio about working Dawson into the broadcasts.
“I didn’t have any idea he was doing that, so it ended up starting my broadcasting career,” Dawson said.
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LAWRENCE, Kansas — Voters made beyond clear that they didn’t want to give the Kansas Legislature more power to restrict abortion.
But the state’s lawmakers spent the last generation enacting ever-tighter restrictions. And their ranks are loaded with people who want to go even further.
Now, despite voters declaring by a nearly 60-40 margin that they didn’t want to change the Kansas Constitution in a way that would have opened the door to an outright ban, legislators could still test just how far they can restrict abortion.
“There is a right to abortion in Kansas, for now, (but) the anti-abortion movement is going to try to chip away at abortion rights as the anti-abortion movement has been doing for decades,” said Greer Donley, a Kansas native and abortion law expert at the University of Pittsburgh.
Certainly elections matter. But when voters choose who they want representing them in every Kansas House district in the state this fall, they’ll have relatively little choice.
Nearly half the people running for the House face no opponent. Some of those Republican seats even represent swing districts where Democrats have often won in the past. That will make it hard for any abortion rights wave to remake the Legislature.
So even districts that voted against a constitutional amendment to strip abortion rights from the Kansas Constitution will ultimately send conservatives to represent them in Topeka.
Nathaniel Birkhead, a political scientist at Kansas State University, said the Aug. 2 election shows a mismatch between Kansas voters and their representatives. While a majority of Kansans clearly support some level of abortion rights, they have elected lawmakers who don’t.
Gerrymandering that practically locks down a district for one party or the other, he said, could be a factor.
“As a consequence,” Birkhead said, “we will continue to see mismatches like these, where legislators are promoting ideas and issues that may not really align with … what the citizens want.”
Consider Crawford County, the home of Pittsburg State University in southeast Kansas. In recent years, the Democratic and Republican parties have traded off ownership of their seat in the Kansas House.
But this fall, Pittsburg’s Republican state Rep. Chuck Smith will cruise to reelection. Nobody ran against him. Smith’s county rejected the constitutional amendment by a 10% margin. But he wants tighter restrictions.
“No matter how I vote, I'm voting with (only) 50% of my constituents,” Smith said. “But you don't change your values.”
It also shows that a decisive election on one of the most contentious issues in the state over the last three decades is not going to bring the fight to an end. Kansans for Life, the largest anti-abortion group in the state, characterized the vote as only a temporary setback.
Political mismatch
Kansas Republicans could pass more restrictive abortion laws, even if incumbent Democratic Gov. Laura Kelly, who supports abortion rights, wins reelection this fall over Republican challenger Derek Schmidt.
Republicans will likely keep their supermajority in the Kansas Legislature and the power override Kelly’s veto.
While every seat in the Kansas House was up for grabs, 55 of the 125 seats only have a single candidate running. That vast majority of those candidates — 36 of them — are Republicans. That’s more than 40% of the seats the party would need to retain to keep its supermajority in the chamber.
Meanwhile, 22 of those unchallenged Republicans — more than half — are set to represent districts that include part of counties that rejected the amendment on abortion. Those seats alone make up the total difference between a simple majority and a supermajority in the Kansas House.
Birkhead said that leads to the mismatch, where lawmakers hold views that don’t align with most of their constituents. Without an opponent, those lawmakers won’t risk their seats by passing more abortion restrictions.
“If you fail to adhere to this sort of medium in your district,” he said, “there's no sanction because you're not going to lose your election.”
Smith is one of those lawmakers. Over the last 10 years, his district has routinely switched hands between Republicans and Democrats. But he faces no challenger from either party this year. That’s after he voted in 2021 to put the state constitutional amendment on the ballot that his constituency voted against.
Still, Smith said he still wants some more restrictions on abortions. But what restrictions lawmakers could pursue may need to be scaled back.
New restrictions
The election made one thing clear: abortion rights will continue in Kansas. What it doesn’t make clear is what exactly those rights are. Currently, state law bans abortion after 22 weeks.
Smith, for instance, said he “could live with” a 15-week ban. Some states, like Florida and Mississippi, have installed 15-week bans. The challenge to Mississippi’s ban was the catalyst for overturning Roe v. Wade.
Donley said Republican lawmakers could use a 15-week ban to test the Kansas Supreme Court’s ruling by passing such a law and trying to defend it in court. But with the way the state’s high court ruled in 2019, Donley said it’s unlikely it would then allow a 15-week ban to go into effect.
Yet, the court could allow a softer, 20-week law to go into effect, she said.
“I could imagine a court being more likely to entertain that law than a 15-week law,” Donley said.
Reshaping the court
Conservatives and anti-abortion activists still have another option to try to remove the right to an abortion from the state. They could push voters to remove Kansas Supreme Court justices through retention elections, allowing for Republican leaders to reshape the court with their ideology on abortion.
That would be similar to what happened at the federal level when former President Donald Trump nominated three conservative justices to the U.S. Supreme Court. It led to the overturning of the decades-old precedent, Roe v. Wade, that provided abortion rights nationwide.
That’s a fear that has already been expressed by abortion rights activists.
Ashley All of Kansas for Constitutional Freedom, the campaign that worked to reject the constitutional amendment, said the day after the election that she expected conservatives to shift their focus to the state supreme court.
Six of the court’s seven justices will be up for retention in the November general election. If some of the justices are removed, and a Republican governor is able to put more conservatives in the court, the right to an abortion could be challenged again.
“Even though the entire state voted and essentially said no,” Donley said, “if the court changes its structure, they could overrule that previous holding and Kansas would lose the right to abortion.”
Dylan Lysen reports on politics for the Kansas News Service. You can follow him on Twitter @DylanLysen or email him at dlysen (at) kcur (dot) org.
The Kansas News Service is a collaboration of KCUR, Kansas Public Radio, KMUW and High Plains Public Radio focused on health, the social determinants of health and their connection to public policy.
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NEW YORK (AP) — President Joe Biden is expected to announce Wednesday that many Americans can have up to $10,000 in federal student loan debt forgiven. Details of the plan are still being finalized, but here's what we know so far and what it means for people with outstanding student loans:
WILL BIDEN FORGIVE STUDENT LOANS?
Three people familiar with the plan say it will forgive up to $10,000 in student loan debt for anyone who makes less than $125,000 a year. They spoke on condition of anonymity to discuss details of the plan before it is announced. Some categories of borrowers could be eligible for more relief, but that was still being discussed.
WILL THE STUDENT LOAN PAYMENT FREEZE BE EXTENDED?
Those same people say the pause on student loan payments will be extended until January. The freeze started in 2020 as a way to help people struggling financially during the COVID-19 pandemic and it's been extended several times since. It's currently set to expire on Aug. 31.
Interest rates will remain at 0% until repayments start. Under an earlier extension announced in April, people who were behind on payments before the pandemic will automatically be put in good standing.
WHO WILL QUALIFY FOR STUDENT LOAN FORGIVENESS?
Details are yet to be announced, but only people making less than $125,000 a year are expected to qualify. People who borrowed through most federal student loan programs are likely to be eligible, while those who have private loans issued by banks or schools probably won't be.
HOW DO I APPLY FOR STUDENT LOAN FORGIVENESS?
Details of that have not yet been announced, but more information will likely be available later Wednesday.
HOW MANY PEOPLE WILL THIS HELP?
About 43 million Americans have federal student debt, and a third of those owe less than $10,000. Half owe less than $20,000. The total amount of federal student debt is more than $1.6 trillion. Nearly one third of all American students take out loans to pay for college, with the average individual student debt reaching a record high of $37,014 in 2021.
WHAT IF I’VE ALREADY PAID OFF MY STUDENT LOANS — WILL I SEE RELIEF?
The debt forgiveness is expected to apply only to those currently holding student debt.
WILL STUDENT LOAN FORGIVENESS DEFINITELY HAPPEN?
Critics believe the White House will face lawsuits over the plan, because Congress has never given the president the explicit authority to cancel debt. We don't know yet how that might impact the timetable for student loan forgiveness. | https://www.wtxl.com/news/national-news/bidens-student-loan-plan-what-we-know-and-what-we-dont | 2022-08-24T14:29:38Z | wtxl.com | control | https://www.wtxl.com/news/national-news/bidens-student-loan-plan-what-we-know-and-what-we-dont | 0 | 1 | green-iguana-35 | 5 |
NEW YORK (AP) — President Joe Biden is expected to announce Wednesday that many Americans can have up to $10,000 in federal student loan debt forgiven. Details of the plan are still being finalized, but here's what we know so far and what it means for people with outstanding student loans:
WILL BIDEN FORGIVE STUDENT LOANS?
Three people familiar with the plan say it will forgive up to $10,000 in student loan debt for anyone who makes less than $125,000 a year. They spoke on condition of anonymity to discuss details of the plan before it is announced. Some categories of borrowers could be eligible for more relief, but that was still being discussed.
WILL THE STUDENT LOAN PAYMENT FREEZE BE EXTENDED?
Those same people say the pause on student loan payments will be extended until January. The freeze started in 2020 as a way to help people struggling financially during the COVID-19 pandemic and it's been extended several times since. It's currently set to expire on Aug. 31.
Interest rates will remain at 0% until repayments start. Under an earlier extension announced in April, people who were behind on payments before the pandemic will automatically be put in good standing.
WHO WILL QUALIFY FOR STUDENT LOAN FORGIVENESS?
Details are yet to be announced, but only people making less than $125,000 a year are expected to qualify. People who borrowed through most federal student loan programs are likely to be eligible, while those who have private loans issued by banks or schools probably won't be.
HOW DO I APPLY FOR STUDENT LOAN FORGIVENESS?
Details of that have not yet been announced, but more information will likely be available later Wednesday.
HOW MANY PEOPLE WILL THIS HELP?
About 43 million Americans have federal student debt, and a third of those owe less than $10,000. Half owe less than $20,000. The total amount of federal student debt is more than $1.6 trillion. Nearly one third of all American students take out loans to pay for college, with the average individual student debt reaching a record high of $37,014 in 2021.
WHAT IF I’VE ALREADY PAID OFF MY STUDENT LOANS — WILL I SEE RELIEF?
The debt forgiveness is expected to apply only to those currently holding student debt.
WILL STUDENT LOAN FORGIVENESS DEFINITELY HAPPEN?
Critics believe the White House will face lawsuits over the plan, because Congress has never given the president the explicit authority to cancel debt. We don't know yet how that might impact the timetable for student loan forgiveness. | https://www.wtxl.com/news/national-news/bidens-student-loan-plan-what-we-know-and-what-we-dont | 2022-08-24T14:29:38Z | wtxl.com | control | https://www.wtxl.com/news/national-news/bidens-student-loan-plan-what-we-know-and-what-we-dont | 1 | 0 | green-iguana-35 | 5 |
COLUMBUS, Ohio — Teachers in Ohio's largest school district will be marked absent on the first day of the new school year.
For the first time since 1975, more than 4,000 teachers and other education professionals in Columbus City Schools district are hitting the picket lines.
On Sunday, 94% of the Columbus Education Association union members voted to strike after rejecting the school board's "last, best and final offer," the union said on Twitter.
On Aug. 11, the union stated in its notice of intent to strike examples of why they were going on strike, which included smaller class sizes, full-time art, music, and P.E. teachers at the elementary schools, and functioning heating and air-conditioning in classrooms.
District officials said the school year would start on Wednesday, with students taking classes online. CNN reported that substitutes would lead the classes.
"We know this is not ideal, but we have an obligation to continue educating and supporting students despite the current circumstances," the district said in a statement.
The district said in a news release that the two sides are slated to meet Wednesday afternoon after a federal mediator called for both parties to resume bargaining.
According to the Associated Press, the district has 47,000 students. | https://www.wtxl.com/news/national/teachers-at-ohios-largest-school-district-strike-on-1st-day-of-school | 2022-08-24T14:29:58Z | wtxl.com | control | https://www.wtxl.com/news/national/teachers-at-ohios-largest-school-district-strike-on-1st-day-of-school | 1 | 1 | green-iguana-35 | null |
Joe Rogan thinks it’s hypocritical for Hollywood figures to promote gun control measures while remaining silent about the film industry’s depictions of gun violence on the big screen.
“Isn’t it f–king wild that Hollywood in general is very anti-gun, but they promote guns more than any other media on the planet?” Rogan asked his guest, comedian Tim Dillon, during the Aug. 19 episode of “The Joe Rogan Experience,” which is streamed on Spotify.
Rogan added: “All their best movies, whether it’s ‘The Gray Man,’ or whether you’re watching ‘The Terminal List’ or ‘Mission Impossible’.”
“It’s all guns save the day. Guns kill aliens, guns kill werewolves, guns kill everyone. Everyone bad gets killed by guns.”
Rogan sarcastically said: “‘But guns are bad and you shouldn’t have guns.’ It’s crazy.”
Dillon chimed in, saying: “Well, these are also the same people that live in these 20,000 square foot homes and fly private jets, but talk endlessly about climate change. The same people.”
Dillon then said that he thinks high-salaried actors in Hollywood undergo a change in thinking.
“I get it,” the comedian said.
“Because if they start paying you the kind of money they make to ‘play pretend,’ they start paying you that kind of money to play ‘dress up’ — $80 million a year, $40 million a year, you start to go crazy.”
Dillon said that Hollywood elites “developed this cognitive dissonance where you see yourself as something completely different than what other people see and your behavior as something that’s completely different.”
“They don’t view that as hypocrisy,” he added. “They view it as like, ‘Yeah, guns are bad, but we can make them good’.”
Rogan replied: “That’s so crazy.”
“But that’s literally the way they think — ‘Guns are not good, but in our hands, they’re great because we can craft a narrative that makes them justified to have’,” Dillon said.
“And that woman that lives in her house who protected herself against an intruder? Yeah. That’s not ‘Mission Impossible’,” Dillon said.
“So that’s how crazy they are.”
To which Rogan replied: “It doesn’t seem odd if you think about what they do, they make fake things. So of course they’re fake.”
Earlier this year, some 200 Hollywood actors, writers, producers, and directors signed a pledge vowing to portray guns in a responsible way onscreen.
Some of the big names who attached their signatures to the pledge include Julianne Moore, Judd Apatow Debbie Allen, and Adam Brody, among others.
Last year, cinematographer Halyna Hutchins, 42, who was working on the set of the Western “Rust” — starring Alec Baldwin — was accidentally shot and killed when the gun held by the actor discharged.
The case remains under investigation. | https://nypost.com/2022/08/24/joe-rogan-calls-out-hollywood-for-anti-gun-hypocrisy/ | 2022-08-24T14:33:46Z | nypost.com | control | https://nypost.com/2022/08/24/joe-rogan-calls-out-hollywood-for-anti-gun-hypocrisy/ | 1 | 1 | green-iguana-35 | null |
An Australian woman who transitioned to male, before realizing it was a mistake, is suing a psychiatrist after he approved her female-to-male hormone treatment following a single meeting — and later signed off on two surgeries to remove her breasts and uterus.
Jay Langadinos, now 31, was just 19 when she first met Dr. Patrick Toohey, a veteran Sydney psychiatrist, in May 2010.
The teen was referred to him by her endocrinologist to determine if she was suitable for a gender transition.
The specialist wrote that Langadinos was very young and needed “a throughout psychiatric work-up before embarking on hormone treatment,” according to a statement of claim filed in the New South Wales Supreme Court and cited by the Sydney Morning Herald.
After his first meeting with the teen, Toohey concluded that Langadinos suffered from gender dysphoria and was fit for testosterone therapy, the document states.
The next time Langadinos had an appointment with Toohey in February 2012, she told him she was eager to undergo “top” surgery to have her breasts surgically removed as part of her transition.
Toohey approved the double mastectomy for his patient, who underwent the procedure in April of that year, according to the court filing.
A month later, Langadinos met with Toohey for the third and final time to discuss having her uterus removed.
According to the lawsuit, Toohey wrote that he could find no “psychiatrist contraindication to proceeding with hysterectomy as part of gender transition,” clearing the way for Langadinos, then 22, to undergo surgery in November.
Now, nearly a decade later, Langadinos — who no longer identifies as male — is suing Toohey for professional negligence, claiming that he green-lit her hormone therapy even after she told him she suffered from social phobia.
She also alleges that he was negligent in not recommending she get a second opinion ahead of her hysterectomy.
The court filing states that Toohey strongly recommended that Langadinos seek social and family therapy, but she did not heed that recommendation. Despite that, he went ahead and signed off on her two surgeries.
Langadinos says that in 2016 — four years after her hysterectomy — she was receiving psychiatric treatment from another doctor when she “came to the realization that she should not have undergone the hormone therapy or the first and second surgeries.”
In 2020, Langadinos consulted an endocrinologist about stopping her testosterone treatment.
In the documents, Langadinos argues that Toohey should have realized she might be autistic and referred her for further treatment.
She also contends that her social phobia should have been treated before she was ever prescribed hormone therapy.
Langadinos says in her statement of claim that the hormones and surgeries left her suffering from injuries, disabilities and complications, including early menopause, anxiety and depression, impaired psychological functioning and diminished capacity for employment.
In an interview with the Australian news outlets the Age and the Sydney Morning Herald, the 31-year-old said: “Knowing that I can’t have children is absolutely devastating.”
Langadinos explained that growing up, she felt she was somehow “defective” because she realized she was attracted to girls. At 17, she went online and read about gender dysphoria.
“I thought, ‘That’s what I have.’ I decided that I must be transgender because of my discomfort that I had in my body,” she said.
Langadinos said as she became progressively unhappy, she decided that the source of her distress was that she was not a man, “so the answer was to change my body even more.”
During her and Toohey’s initial meeting, the psychiatrist reported that she had been distressed when made to dress as a girl in elementary school, had a “tomboy” manner, was socially isolated and left school at age 11.
In a letter to an andrology fellow, Toohey allegedly said that when he first saw Langadinos, he had noted “a past history of significant social phobia and depression which may have been beyond gender dysphoria,” according to the filing. | https://nypost.com/2022/08/24/woman-sues-psychiatrist-for-approving-gender-transition/ | 2022-08-24T14:34:29Z | nypost.com | control | https://nypost.com/2022/08/24/woman-sues-psychiatrist-for-approving-gender-transition/ | 1 | 1 | green-iguana-35 | null |
Airmen assigned to the Ohio National Guard's 180th Fighter Wing participate in a Large-Scale Readiness Exercise, Aug. 2-7, 2022, at the 180FW in Swanton, Ohio. The exercise is a full-scale assessment of the rapid generation and movement of personnel and equipment, evaluating the wing's ability to pack, prepare and deploy mission-ready personnel, aircraft and support equipment, while operating in a contested and degraded environment.
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Families on a beach near Folkestone ran out of the water terrified when what appeared to be a basking shark was spotted circling near the shore. Two children reportedly shouted "is that a shark?" when they saw a fin moving around about 150ft from the sand at Warren Beach, as children played in the waves.
Red flags have now been placed at Sunny Sands and the Warren, according to Folkestone Sea Rescue, due to a suspected sighting today (August 24). A spokesman said: "As a precaution, we are advising that people do not swim at these locations for 24 hours. Basking sharks are very large fish which feed off plankton, and are not considered dangerous to people or animals. Basking sharks have occasionally been seen off the Kent coast over the past few years.
"While the risks are usually low, you should still keep your distance from any marine animals you may see while at the coast, including basking sharks." Mum-of-two Emma Horne, 30, was at the beach, not far from the White Cliffs of Dover, with her kids Finley, seven, and Alby, five. The receptionist was there last Tuesday at around 7pm when the incident happened.
She told The Sun: "We couldn't believe it. The boys were playing in the water so I got them out quickly. There were two young boys who spotted it and were clearly scared - they ran away and one of them shouted, 'is that a shark?'.
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"I warned people and a woman quickly called her dog out of the sea. She was worried.
"Finley and Alby were playing with their nets so we told them to get out then watched it from a distance. They were loving it afterwards - they asked if they could catch it!"
Experts said that the sighting was probably genuine, with the creature likely to be a basking shark. The huge creatures are often seen in UK waters in the summer and are relatively harmless to humans, mainly feeding off plankton.
Steve Harris, head of fishing company Dentex Charters, said: "I first thought it was a basking shark but we do get a lot of tope here, which could be feeding on mackerel shoals inshore. It's definitely a shark, though."
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Instances of assault, stabbings and a tragic death have been reported across the county over the last week. In just seven days, Kent Police has attended a number of serious incidents.
Emergency services have also been in attendance where required. In most instances, arrests were made at the scene following the violent crime.
Often, Kent Police may then need to appeal for witnesses and information following such a crime, encouraging those with relevant details to come forward as to aid further investigations. Chief Inspector Lara Connor, Director of the Kent and Medway Violence Reduction Unit, said: "Whilst it is understandable that the public perception of crime may be distorted following a number of serious incidents within a short space of time, I would like to reassure residents that Kent remains a safe place to live and that officers proactively target those responsible for committing violent offences.
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"The force has a number of teams dedicated to tackling this type of offending including the County Lines and Gangs Team and the Chief Constable’s Crime Squad, who relentlessly pursue those who commit violent acts including serious assaults, robberies and aggravated burglaries resulting in hundreds of offenders now being behind bars.
"As a key member of the Kent and Medway Violence Reduction Unit alongside local councils, health providers and other partners, we are committed to addressing and understanding the causes of violent crime and supporting those involved and affected by it. We therefore work closely with schools, youth groups, charities and other organisations to commission projects and interventions that engage with young people in particular and help to steer them away from criminal activity.
"Keeping people from safe from harm remains our top priority and we will continue to target anyone who puts innocent members of the public at risk to ensure they are brought to justice."
We have rounded up the string of violent crimes that have been recorded across the county over the last week below.
Sittingbourne - August 17
A man was airlifted to hospital after suffering a suspected ‘stab wound’ in Sittingbourne last Wednesday (August 17). Police attended the scene shortly before 10pm.
The victim, a man in his 50s, was thought to have been assaulted by someone known to him inside of a residential property in Romney Court.
Following the incident, the man returned to his Milton Regis home, where an ambulance was called and he was then airlifted to a London hospital. He was left in a serious condition following the assault.
Officers then arrested Stephen Curry, 28, of Knightsfield Road on Friday (August 19). He was charged with wounding with intent and with possessing a knife in a public place.
Tunbridge Wells - August 18
A suspect was charged with attempted murder following a stabbing in Tunbridge Wells. Kent Police was called to Upper Grosvenor Road by South East Coast Ambulance Service at around 5.30pm last Thursday (August 18).
A man in his 20s suffered injuries consistent with stab wounds at a property in Upper Grosvenor Road. Following the incident, the victim drove a car to Belgrave Road where paramedics were called.
Then on Sunday (August 21) a man was arrested in Croydon in connection with the incident. The Crown Prosecution Service then authorised a charge of attempted murder against 44-year-old Kojo Ohene from Tunbridge Wells.
Tonbridge - August 19
A police investigation led to the arrest of five suspects over the weekend following a fatal stabbing in Tonbridge. Officers were called at 12.55am last Friday (August 19) to a location close to Avebury Avenue.
The victim, aged in his 20s, was from the local area. A teenage boy was arrested soon afterwards and was released without charge.
Further investigations resulted in the arrest of a 17-year-old boy from Coulsdon, a 15-year-old girl from Tonbridge and two 16-year-old boys from Tonbridge on suspicion of murder. A 47-year-old woman from Coulsdon was also arrested on suspicion of assisting an offender.
Two teenagers have since been charged with murder.
Maidstone - August 20
A teenager was arrested after a man was left with life threatening injuries following an assault in a Maidstone pub on Saturday (August 20). Kent Police was called along with ambulance crews to the Hare and Hounds pub in Lower Boxley Road just after 8.35pm
Emergency service personnel soon arrived at the scene, where a man had sustained injuries during a reported altercation. He was taken to a London hospital where he remained in a critical condition.
A man, aged 19, was arrested on suspicion of assault and taken into custody on Monday (August 22).
Dartford - August 22
Police issued an appeal for witnesses after three people were subjected to a "violent attack" in an alleyway near a pub in Dartford . The man and two women were reportedly approached by a group in the early hours of August 14.
All three were then allegedly assaulted in the alleyway adjacent to the pub, on Dartford High Street. The incident happened between 1.45am and 2.30am.
The victims then walked along the High Street where the man was then allegedly targeted again. He suffered serious facial injuries.
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- Prior was -7056K
- Gasoline -27K vs -1464K expected
- Distillates -661K vs +766K expected
- Refinery utilization +0.3% vs +0.0% expected
- Implied gasoline demand 8.43m vs 9.35m last week
- SPR draw of 8.1m vs 3.4m prior
- Exports hit a record 11.076 mbpd
API data released late yesterday:
- Crude -5632K
- Gasoline +268K
- Cushing +679K
- Distillates +1051K
WTI crude oil was trading at $94.10 just before the data was released.
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US yields are moving higher/trading at highs and that is helping the USDJPY in the process.
- 2 year yield 3.36%, up 5.6 basis points. The high yield for the year reached 3.454% reached on June 13
- 5 year yield 3.223%, 5.5 basis points. The US treasury auction off five year notes at 1 PM ET
- 10 year yield 3.10%, up 5.0 basis points. The yield moved above its 100 hour moving average at the end of last week. That moving average currently comes in at 2.970%
- 30 year yield 3.30%, +4.2 basis points
For the USDJPY, the pair, has move back above its 100 hour moving average currently at 136.755. The next target area comes between 137.37 and 137.456. Move above that and the swing high from yesterday at 137.703 would be targeted. There is a swing area 137.869 to 137.94 as the next target to get to and through.
Yesterday, the sellers another shot. It took the price back below the 100 hour moving average for the first time since August 16, but the low fell short of a swing area below between 135.295 and 135.575 the 30.2% retracement of the move up from the August 11 low is also within that area. The rising 200 hour moving average is now sitting in that area as well.
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Teen pilot sets age record for solo flight around world
SOFIA, Bulgaria (AP) — A Belgian-British teenager became the youngest person to fly around the world solo in a small aircraft after he landed on Wednesday in Bulgaria, where his global journey kicked off five months ago.
Mack Rutherford, who turned 17 during the trip, landed on an airstrip west of Bulgaria’s capital, Sofia, to complete his task and to claim two Guinness World Records. Along with becoming the youngest person to fly around the world by himself, Rutherford is the youngest person to circumnavigate the globe in a microlight plane.
His sister, Zara, who finished her own trip global flight in January at age 19, previously held the ultralight record. Rutherford took the age record from Travis Ludlow of Britain, who was 18 when he made a solo flight around the world last year.
The record journey, which began March 23, took Rutherford through 52 countries over five continents. To set a mark recognized by the Guinness World Records, he crossed the equator twice.
Born into a family of aviators, Rutherford qualified for his pilot’s license in 2020, which at the time, made him the youngest pilot in the world at the age of 15.
His solo trip flying around the world kicked off in Bulgaria because his sponsor, the web hosting company ICDSoft, is headquartered in Sofia and loaned him the plane.
Like his sister, Rutherford flew a Shark, one of the fastest ultralight aircraft in the world with a cruising speed reaching 300 kph (186 mph). Normally a two-seater, it was modified for his long journey by replacing the second seat with an extra tank.
Initially planned to take up to three months, the trip lasted longer due to several unexpected obstacles along his way, including monsoon rains, sandstorms, and extreme heat.
But most of the delays were caused by waits to obtain permits and other documents required for further flight or having to alter the scheduled route if they were rejected.
The flight took him through Africa and the Gulf region to India, China, South Korea, and Japan. He crossed the northern Pacific and landed after 10 uninterrupted hours in the air on a volcanic island near the Bering Strait.
From there, he headed to Alaska and down the West Coast of the United States to Mexico, then he headed north again along the U.S. East Coast to Canada, and across the Atlantic Ocean to Europe.
On Wednesday, a huge crowd of people had arrived at the airport to welcome Rutherford and to celebrate his achievements. Among them were the three members of his immediate family.
Father Sam Rutherford said he was extremely happy and proud of his children’s achievements. He told reporters that such an event is especially encouraging for children to follow their dreams and parents to support them in their endeavors.
His sister, Zara Rutherford, said she kept in close touch with her younger brother during his journey.
“While he was flying, I constantly tried to keep in touch and help him. Our parents called him every day, and I joined in those conversations. I gave him advice on the route, on the flight, so that I could be useful to him,” she said.
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Helping Nintex customers thoughtfully transition to the cloud to create new opportunities for innovation.
BELLEVUE, Wash., Aug. 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Nintex, the global standard for process intelligence and automation, today introduced the Nintex Workflow Upgrade Program.
The success of the Nintex business and those of their customers have flourished because of Nintex's early investments in workflow technology and the strong partnership they continue to have with Microsoft.
Microsoft has indicated that it plans to wind down support for the SharePoint workflow engine in Office365. Many Nintex customers rely on these workflows to manage and run their business-critical processes. As a result, customers of this product will need to upgrade to next generation automation platform, Nintex Workflow Cloud.
- Register for the Nintex Workflow Cloud Upgrade Symposium on September 13th at 8:00 a.m. PT here: https://www.nintex.com/resources/nintex-workflow-cloud-upgrade-program-symposium/
To help their customers smoothly make this transition, the process intelligence and automation company is introducing the Nintex Workflow Cloud Upgrade Program. This program is designed to help customers upgrade their existing workflows into a modern, cloud-based environment with dedicated support and guidance from process experts at Nintex.
On September 13th beginning at 8:00 a.m. PT, Nintex will be hosting their Workflow Cloud Upgrade Symposium where they will outline in detail the many options they're making available to customers to help seamlessly manage the process of migration together.
Attendees at the symposium will:
- Hear from members of the Nintex product engineering team who will outline plans to support customers with heterogenous environments both on premises and in the cloud.
- Hear how Nintex is building new services that allow customers to run automation at scale.
- Learn about the range of self-service tools, guidance, and complimentary upgrade service offerings, designed to handhold their customers through the upgrade to the Nintex Workflow Cloud.
You can find out more about the Nintex Workflow Cloud upgrade program at www.nintex.com/upgrade and please register to attend the upgrade symposium on September 13th at https://www.nintex.com/resources/nintex-workflow-cloud-upgrade-program-symposium/
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SHENZHEN, China, Aug. 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- MGI Tech Co. Ltd. (MGI), a global life science leader and innovator, has been awarded Gold by Instrument Business Outlook (IBO) at the 2022 IBO Design Awards for the outstanding design and functionality of its DNBelab C4 Pocket Single-Cell Lab.
"MGI is proud to be recognized by IBO for the innovative thinking, as well as consistent and thorough consideration we put into designing the DNBelab C4," shared Yajun Zuo, Product Manager at MGI. "During the design process, we carefully and holistically contemplated the portability, ease-of-use, and family design specifications of the user's needs, while taking into account the accuracy and stability of its product performance. This award is a testament to our hard work and MGI's overall inclusive approach towards product design and innovation."
Published by Strategic Directions International, IBO is a twice-monthly newsletter for the life science and analytical instrument industry. Each year, IBO seeks to recognize innovative and eye catching industrial design of laboratory instruments and equipment. In shining the spotlight on stand-out products, the awards not only highlight an instrument's aesthetics but also how the industrial design contributes to functionality and user experience as well as how it can serve as a marketing tool.
Lauded for its handheld size and streamlined modern appearance, the DNBelab C4 Pocket Single-Cell Lab measures 230 mm long, 42 mm wide and 57 mm high and weighs only about 220 grams – a clear juxtaposition to standard benchtop systems for single-cell NGS sample preparation. The device is a "single cell laboratory that can be packed into a pocket", operating with no power supply required and directly driven by negative pressure. Single cell sorting with barcoding can be done with a one-step pull, reaching a high degree of automation, greatly simplifying user experience and lowering the barrier to single-cell research.
"We developed the system with the intended end market and user base at the forefront of our minds. These are people who may use the C4 for research, clinical applications or drug development, therefore the end result is an intuitive and readily accessible tool at low cost," Zuo elaborated. "By employing microfluidics, the design of the C4 contributes to a shortened turnaround time to accommodate the time-sensitive nature of single-cell or nuclear suspensions. In addition, it is made from ABS plastic which can be recycled or safely disposed of after completion, avoiding contamination of the instrument or different samples."
Besides its superior design, the DNBelab C4 stands out for its reliable and precise performance. The system has demonstrated low multiplet rate, high gene detection sensitivity, and the ability to efficiently capture rare cells. It can currently capture up to 12,000 cells every time with doublet rate of 1-8% and is compatible with two of MGI's different sequencing systems, DNBSEQ-T7*and DNBSEQ-G400*, to meet the needs of different users. Paired with the ultra-high throughput sequencer DNBSEQ-T7*, the C4 can achieve a throughput of tens of samples per day and obtain 100,000-level cells.
As single-cell sequencing continues to be a hot industry topic, the DNBelab C4 Pocket Single-Cell Lab is revolutionizing single-cell research. At MGI, product design and innovation centers around the user experience and is rooted in a deep and comprehensive understanding of the diverse needs and pain points of its customers. With sequencing applications entering more market segments, MGI is committed to facilitating advances in the industry and bringing more opportunities for rapid growth through the development and introduction of cost-effective, user-friendly products.
About MGI
MGI Tech Co. Ltd. (MGI), headquartered in Shenzhen, is committed to building core tools and technology to lead life science through intelligent innovation. Based on its proprietary technology, MGI focuses on research & development, production and sales of sequencing instruments, reagents, and related products to support life science research, agriculture, precision medicine and healthcare. MGI is a leading producer of clinical high-throughput gene sequencers*, and its multi-omics platforms include genetic sequencing*, medical imaging, and laboratory automation. MGI's mission is to develop and promote advanced life science tools for future healthcare. For more information, please visit the MGI website or connect with us on Twitter, LinkedIn or YouTube.
*Unless otherwise informed, StandardMPS and CoolMPS sequencing reagents, and sequencers for use with such reagents are not available in Germany, Spain, UK, Hong Kong, Sweden, Belgium, Italy, Finland, Czech Republic, Switzerland, Portugal, Austria and Romania. No purchase orders for StandardMPS products will be accepted in the USA until after January 1, 2023.
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KEY HIGHLIGHTS
- Carrier's EcoHome Program will help match consumers with Inflation Reduction Act-eligible, energy-efficient HVAC solutions
- Program offers special low-rate financing options to amplify cost savings available from federal programs and Carrier Cool Cash promotions – up to $3,750 in certain instances
- Carrier will also invest in development of new energy-efficient heat pump solutions and designate U.S. facility as a Center of Excellence for high-efficiency heat pump production
INDIANAPOLIS, Aug. 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Against the backdrop of the ambitious new Inflation Reduction Act, which provides Americans with access to $370 billion for clean energy investments in the form of tax credits, incentives and rebates to improve energy efficiency, Carrier has launched its new Carrier EcoHome Program. Designed to help homeowners, home builders and HVAC contractors best utilize the long-term tax credits available, the program also helps consumers further maximize savings while improving sustainability. Carrier Global Corporation (NYSE:CARR) is the leading global provider of healthy, safe, sustainable and intelligent building and cold chain solutions.
Carrier's EcoHome Program features strategic financing options available only through Carrier's network of experienced dealers. For qualified buyers in 2023, the new Carrier EcoHome Program will offer low-rate financing on eligible high-efficiency products such as Carrier's Infinity® series air conditioners and heat pumps. Additionally, consumers may qualify for up to $1,750 of additional savings with Carrier's Cool Cash seasonal program offered by most Carrier Factory Authorized Dealers. Eligible buyers have the potential to increase system savings from $300 up to $3,750 or more on certain high-efficiency heat pump systems through a combination of Inflation Reduction Act incentives and Carrier's Cool Cash offerings.
Eligible products include Carrier's Infinity 24 heat pump with Greenspeed® intelligence. These solutions can lower heating and cooling costs, saving consumers up to 20% annually, while reducing greenhouse gas emissions by up to 13 metric tons over their average lifespan.1 The Carrier rebates and financing options available through its dealer network, coupled with federal incentives related to energy-efficient models, present consumers with a win-win of sustainable, cost-effective heating and cooling solutions.
"The unprecedented incentives available present consumers with a compelling opportunity to replace any aging, lower-efficiency HVAC systems with advanced, high-efficiency technology at a fraction of the cost," said Chris Nelson, President, HVAC, Carrier. "The cost savings are measurable – for both the initial purchase and monthly energy costs – as are the environmental benefits. Recent studies have shown that if all single-family homes in the U.S. adopted heat pumps, the total annual emissions reduction would be at least 160 million metric tons – equivalent to taking 32 million cars off the road. The support of the Administration and Congress to encourage this shift to climate-friendly technologies signals an important step forward, and Carrier is committed to doing its part to drive progress."
In anticipation of an expected increase in consumer demand, Carrier is also designating its Collierville, Tennessee facility as its Center of Excellence for high-efficiency heat pump production and will invest in the development of new energy-efficient, low Global Warming Potential (GWP)-refrigerant heat pump solutions. Carrier has already committed to investing $2 billion by the end of 2030 on sustainable solution innovation, with a focus on more energy-efficient air conditioning systems, lower-GWP refrigerants and refrigerant alternatives, and electric heat pumps.
Consumers can also turn to the experts at Carrier for educational resources about the various tax credits available, including:
- Nonbusiness Energy Property Credit: Provides a tax credit to homeowners equal to 30% of installation costs for the highest efficiency tier products, up to a maximum of $600 for qualified air conditioners and furnaces, and a maximum of $2,000 for qualified heat pumps effective Jan. 1, 2023.
- Residential Energy Efficient Property Credit: Provides a tax credit to homeowners equal to 30% of installation costs for ENERGY STAR® geothermal products.
- New Energy Efficient Home Credit: Provides tax credits to building contractors for meeting specific, energy-savings criteria. The tax credits for ENERGY STAR 3.1 certified housing are $2,500 for single-family homes and $500 for multi-family units. For meeting the Department of Energy's Zero Energy Ready requirements, the tax credit increases to $5,000 for single-family and $1,000 for multi-family residences.
- High-Efficiency Electric Home Rebate Program: Provides income-depending rebates of up to $8,000 for all-electric heat pumps to eligible homeowners.
To learn more about the Carrier EcoHome Program, the Inflation Reduction Act and eligible solutions, visit carrier.com or find an expert dealer near you.
About Carrier
Founded by the inventor of modern air conditioning, Carrier is a world leader in high-technology heating, air-conditioning and refrigeration solutions. Carrier experts provide sustainable solutions, integrating energy-efficient products, building controls and energy services for residential, commercial, retail, transport and food service customers. Carrier is a part of Carrier Global Corporation, the leading global provider of healthy, safe, sustainable and intelligent building and cold chain solutions. For more information, visit carrier.com or follow @CarrierAtHome on Twitter.
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Federal judge blocks HHS emergency abortion guidance
A federal judge in Texas this week blocked the Biden administration from enforcing guidance saying that health providers who perform abortions in emergency situations are protected under federal law, despite state bans.
Driving the news: U.S. District Judge James Wesley Hendrix in Lubbock, Texas, sided with Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton (R) in saying that the guidance, released by the Department of Health and Human Services last month, was unauthorized, Reuters reports.
- The judge barred HHS from enforcing the guidance, called the Emergency Medical Treatment and Active Labor Act, in Texas.
The big picture: HHS last month released the guidance in an attempt to give assurances to abortion providers who fear they could be prosecuted for offering potentially life-saving care, Axios' Oriana Gonzalez reports.
- Texas subsequently sued the Biden administration to challenge its guidance, writing in its lawsuit that the administration is attempting to "use federal law to transform every emergency room in the country into a walk-in abortion clinic."
What he's saying: "That guidance goes well beyond EMTALA’s text, which protects both mothers and unborn children, is silent as to abortion, and preempts state law only when the two directly conflict," Hendrix wrote.
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