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LOS ANGELES, June 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Los Angeles-based law boutique Sklar Kirsh LLP announced today that Justin Goldstein, Chair of the firm's Litigation Practice Group, has – for the third time – been recognized on the LA 500 list by the Los Angeles Business Jornal. The LA 500 list recognizes the most impactful leaders in Los Angeles who "have pushed the boundaries of what many of us have faced in our careers as leaders" and are "driving innovation, creativity, community and industry." "This repeated recognition is a testament to Justin's legal prowess and his impact on the profession and the Los Angeles community," said Sklar Kirsh Co-Chairman Andrew Kirsh. Goldstein has extensive experience handling complex business, intellectual property, and entertainment disputes in state and federal courts, as well is in arbitration. He founded the firm's Litigation Practice Group in 2018, and working with Sklar Kirsh's two Founding Partners, built a powerhouse litigation team. Goldstein started his career at Katten Muchin Rosenman in 1998, and then spent 10 years at O'Melveny & Myers, followed by seven years at Carlsmith Ball where he served as the head of the firm's Media & Entertainment Practice. He has successfully counseled and represented some of the Fortune 500's most influential companies in matters covering broad spectrum of subjects, including unfair competition, partnership and shareholder rights, breaches of contract, trade secrets, First Amendment, accounting and profit participation, copyright and trademark, rights of publicity and privacy, and fiduciary duties. Goldstein is a Los Angeles native and product of Crossroads School. He earned his JD from USC's Gould School of Law, and his BA from Brandeis University. He is a regular author and guest lecturer at USC, UCLA, and Southwestern Law School on such topics as idea submission law, right of publicity, claims against talent agents and managers, alternative dispute resolution, and remedies for litigation misconduct. Sklar Kirsh LLP is a boutique law firm that provides sophisticated and expert advice in the areas of corporate, real estate, bankruptcy, and entertainment law as well as commercial, real estate and entertainment litigation. For more information, visit www.SklarKirsh.com. View original content: SOURCE Sklar Kirsh LLP
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This is a carousel. Use Next and Previous buttons to navigate 11 BRIDGEPORT, Calif. (AP) — Improving weather aided the battle against a Sierra Nevada wildfire that has forced evacuation of several hundred people from their homes and injured seven firefighters, authorities said Thursday. The Rices Fire did not grow overnight, remaining at 904 acres while containment increased to 12%, the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection said. Firefighters were aided by cooler weather and an increase in humidity, Cal Fire said. The wildfire began with a structure fire Tuesday in Nevada County near the Yuba River. Evacuation orders remained in place for 250 homes in small nearby communities. About 300 people were affected by the orders, as of Wednesday night. At least one structure was destroyed. The fire burned down to the Yuba River but did not cross over into neighboring Yuba County. The amount of money it takes to be considered “wealthy” in the Bay Area remains millions of dollars higher than in other big metro areas — and has increased substantially from last year, according...
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Plastic tubing left inside Swindon man after operation - Published A man has said he was left in agony after plastic tubing was left in his body after undergoing brain surgery. Kennedy Mugovera, 51, from Swindon, had the procedure at the University College London Hospital in 2016. After struggling to receive follow-up medical attention from the NHS, he went to doctors in Zimbabwe who recommended an urgent review. In a statement the hospital said it has been in contact with Mr Mugovera to arrange a meeting. Since the operation, Mr Mugovera, who works as a nurse, said he has developed numerous health issues which he believes to be a result of the tubing left behind by surgeons. "Ever since the surgery I have had severe pain in my abdomen and my lower back and every time I tried to make contact with the hospital I struggled to get an appointment," he said. Mr Mugovera was first seen at the hospital in 2013, during which he underwent surgery and a shunt was inserted into his brain to relieve pressure, but it did not work. He returned three years later to have the shunt replaced. Three months after that, he was told by a consultant they had lost a small tube during the second operation. By early 2020, the beginning of the pandemic, Mr Mugovera's back and abdomen pain became so severe that he was no longer able to attend work. 'Severe pain' He said he made numerous attempts to make an appointment with the NHS but was unable to receive any help. Mr Mugovera eventually travelled to a hospital in Zimbabwe, near his birthplace, where he paid for an x-ray. It showed the tubing was in close proximity to the vertebrae in his spine. Mr Mugovera said that the NHS surgeons had told him shortly after his operation that it was only a small tube and it would not affect him, but when he visited the hospital in Zimbabwe they were surprised at its size. Mr Mugovera has since returned to work but he said he has questions he wants to be answered, including whether the tubes can be removed. "I have tried on numerous occasions to clarify details around why the tube was left behind but I have had no answer," he said. "I want to know how this is going to effect me in the future." The University College London Hospital said there have been ongoing attempts to engage with Mr Mugovera. In a statement it added: "We are sorry to hear Mr Mugovera is experiencing discomfort following his surgery. "We have been in contact with him on a number of occasions and have offered a meeting with his neuro-surgical team." Follow BBC West on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. Send your story ideas to: bristol@bbc.co.uk
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Irish Birth Information and Tracing Bill becomes law - Published A bill aimed at giving adopted people "full and clear right of access" to their original birth certificates has become law in the Republic of Ireland. The Birth Information and Tracing Bill 2022 was signed by the President of Ireland Michael D Higgins on Thursday. It was hailed as "landmark legislation" by the minister for children. But campaigners have criticised the bill, arguing its terms will mean some adoptees will still face barriers when trying to trace their birth identity. That is because some adoptees will be required to attend an "information session" with the Adoption Authority of Ireland before they are granted access to their birth certificates. These sessions will be mandatory in cases where an adoptee's parent has formally stated that they do not want any contact with their child who was adopted. Campaign group the Clann Project has said one of the main purposes of these information sessions is to inform adopted people about the importance of respecting their parents' right to privacy. The group described this rule this rule as "offensive" and discriminatory, arguing it meant adopted people "must have privacy explained to them". However, the passage of the bill through the Oireachtas (Irish Parliament) last week was described as a "historic moment" by Children's Minister Roderic O'Gorman. He said it "finally and conclusively addresses the wrongful denial of people's identity rights over many decades in this state". What is changing as a result of the new law? The Birth Information and Tracing Bill will, for the first time in Irish history, give adopted people a legal right to find out their birth identity. Until now, parents who did not want to be traced had the right to block the release of information, meaning their children were not allowed to see their own birth documents. The Irish government wanted to change the law to achieve a better balance between adoptees' rights to know their identity and parents' rights to privacy. What happens if a parent does not want to be traced by their child? Under the new law, a "contact preference register" will be set up through which families can express their personal wishes about whether or not they want contact with relatives from whom they were separated through adoption. But unlike before, when a parent's preference for no contact also meant no personal information would be released to their child, parents have lost the automatic right to block the release of birth certificates. From now on, even if there is a parental objection, birth certificates will eventually be released to adoptees. What happens to people whose birth identity was falsely recorded? There can be complications for people who were issued with incorrect birth certificates in an attempt to conceal their birth and the identity of their parents. The government has promised to introduce "a range of new bespoke measures to address issues arising for people affected by illegal birth registration". Included in the bill is a commitment to set up a "robust tracing service" to help people track down their family members. Why are adoption rights campaigners objecting to the new law? The Clann Project has argued that the rules governing the release of birth certificates to adopted people means they are treated differently from the rest of the population and that is unfair. Its main objection is the requirement for adoptees to attend mandatory information sessions in order to access their birth information, in cases where their parent has said they do not want to be contacted. "Birth certificates have been public records for over 150 years in Ireland," its website states. "Anyone can visit the research room of the General Register Office and access the register of births without the need to attend compulsory meetings to have the importance of respecting people's privacy explained to them." It warned that when the bill was passed, "the law in Ireland will require that adopted people must have privacy explained to them". "This is offensive. This is discrimination," it said. The group also expressed concern that the terms of the bill left too much room for interpretation about what type of information could be released to adopted people, arguing they should have full access to their personal files. However, the minister for children said last week that the bill "overcomes decades of legal obstacles to provide a clear right for each person to full access to all of his or her information, - no redactions; nothing held back". - 14 June 2018 - 23 July 2015
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DHEC answers: Is mining causing the recent earthquakes? COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) - Recent earthquakes in the Midlands have left residents asking questions about what’s happening. In response to the recent earthquakes the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) provided some answers. The organization said Thursday morning it was answering questions about whether mining activity in the Elgin area could be the cause of over 30 earthquakes in the last year. DHEC said, “Currently, DHEC-permitted mine sites in the area are surface pits, and the majority are 30 ft. or less in depth. Their shallowness would not be expected to contribute to seismic activity, especially with recent earthquakes being recorded at 6,336 to 12,672 ft. deep...” RELATED COVERAGE DHEC also pointed curious community members to look at the state’s geological history. SC is the most seismically active state on the east coast. The South Carolina Emergency Management Division (SCEMD) South Carolina Earthquake Guide says most of the state’s earthquakes occur near the coasts near faults. SCEMD’s guide says, “Currently, there is no reliable method for predicting the time, place, and size of an earthquake.” However, it does say that, “where earthquakes have occurred before, they can again.” The largest earthquake in SC history happened in 1886 in Charleston. The 1886 earthquake rocked the Summerville/Charleston Area on Aug. 31, 1886. It was the largest earthquake to ever be recorded in the southeastern U.S. It killed 60 people and had a magnitude of 7.3. It lasted over a minute and was felt as far away as Alabama, Ohio and Kentucky and even in Cuba. SCEMD’s guide says that if an earthquake of similar scale were to happen today in Charleston it would have devastating consequences. The department estimates as many as 9,000 people could be hospitalized and potentially 1,000 people killed. Up to 200,000 South Carolinians could be displaced from their homes with up to $20 billion in damage. An earthquake of that scale could damage up to 800 bridges and leave up to 300,000 households without power. SCEMD estimates damage to water infrastructure could take weeks or months to fix. SCEMD’s guide also advises to have a plan in the event of an emergency, especially for individuals with additional needs: - Talk to neighbors, family or caregivers beforehand - Have a supply kit ready in advance - Drop, Cover and Hold On during an earthquake We have embedded the full guide below. Sc Earthquake Guide by Nevin Smith on Scribd Currently, DHEC-permitted mine sites in the area are surface pits, and the majority are 30 ft. or less in depth. Their shallowness would not be expected to contribute to seismic activity, especially with recent earthquakes being recorded at 6,336 to 12,672 ft. deep, per @USGS. — SCDHEC (@scdhec) June 30, 2022 Copyright 2022 WIS. All rights reserved. Notice a spelling or grammar error in this article? Click or tap here to report it. Please include the article’s headline.
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2022-06-30T18:32:02Z
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U.S. Sen. Patrick Leahy of Vermont has broken a hip in a fall at his home and was to undergo surgery to repair it, his office said Thursday. The 82-year-old Democrat fell Wednesday night in McLean, Virginia, the statement said. Doctors determined the best course of action would be to have surgery to repair the hip as soon as possible. Leahy was born blind in one eye. “The senator has had a lifelong struggle with reduced depth perception,” the statement said. “He has taken some remarkable dingers over the years, but this one finally caught up with him.” Leahy was “expected to make a full recovery and begin a healthy course of physical therapy immediately.” Leahy is the longest-serving sitting senator. He announced in November that he will not seek reelection this fall. By the time his term expires in January 2023, he will have served for 48 years in the Senate. Leahy was taken to the hospital in January 2021, hours after he had begun presiding over the second impeachment trial of former President Donald Trump. Leahy had not been feeling well and was taken there out of an abundance of caution. After being examined, he was sent home. Leahy is the last of the so-called Watergate babies, the surge of congressional Democrats elected in 1974 after President Richard Nixon resigned to avoid impeachment.
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2022-06-30T18:33:00Z
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Mars Hill Health Center to close August 1st MARS HILL, Maine (WAGM) - A.R. Gould recently announced that their primary care clinic in Mars Hill will be closing, we brought you that story last night. News Source 8 reporter Isaac Potter speaks with the CEO of AR Gould to learn more about what went into this decision and what the next steps are for patients. Patients of the Mars Hill Health Center will now have to look for a new primary care center. Northern Light Health AR Gould Hospital has announce it will be closing its primary care practice in Mars Hill effective August 1st, 2022. According to President of AR Gould Hospital, Greg LaFrancois, the decision behind closing the care center in Mars Hill is staffing shortages and the challenges of regular provider coverage at the clinic. LaFrancois says this was a difficult decision to make. Greg LaFrancois, President of A.R. Gould Hospital, mentions “The utilization has always been low at the health center. This has been an action that we have tried to delay as much as we could over the last two years it was considered. We just lost a provider, they will be gone at the end of July. We have had difficulties keeping providers consistently at the clinic, and we got capacity at other clinics, so we made the decision to close it.” LaFrancois says the priority now shifts to taking care of the patients and making the transition as easy as possible. LaFrancois says “We have made notification, we have notified the employees. We got plenty of positions for them, so no one is losing a job over this. It’s the transition of the patients and their care that is the most challenging, and the one we are giving the most attention to. And we have sent letters out, and working on that communication.” A.R. Gould currently has primary care centers in Presque Isle, Fort Fairfield, and Caribou. LaFrancois mentions “We know that people are going to have to drive a little farther. We got access at Fort Fairfield, We got access here at the hospital in women’s health, and we are working hard to get everybody in a practice within Northern Light Health that they want, and making sure they got all the information they need to transition care to somebody if that’s what they desire.” LaFrancois says someone will be available to help Mars Hill Health Center patients, even after August 1st. LaFrancois adds “Those that have prescriptions that will need to be renewed past the first of August. We got a process in place to do that, to get another provider within the system to approve those prescriptions, the auto refills. And we think we got a pretty good plan.” For more information you can reach out to the Mars Hill Health Center. Isaac Potter, News Source 8 Copyright 2022 WAGM. All rights reserved.
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Facility Operations In New York Will Continue Uninterrupted During Extended Judicial Review Process State's Decision Ignores Greenidge Offer to Dramatically Reduce GHG Emissions While Preserving Jobs in Upstate New York FAIRFIELD, Conn., June 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Greenidge Generation Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: GREE) ("Greenidge"), a vertically integrated cryptocurrency datacenter and power generation company, issued the following statement and information today regarding the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation's (NYSDEC) decision to deny the pending application to renew the existing Title V Air Permit for the company's Dresden, NY facility. "It is important for all Greenidge stakeholders to know this decision does not have any impact on our current operations in Dresden. Because our application was already deemed complete, we operate pursuant to the State Administrative Procedures Act (SAPA). Consistent with the provisions of the SAPA, we can continue running uninterrupted under our existing Title V Air Permit, which is still in effect, for as long as it takes to successfully challenge this arbitrary and capricious decision. "Greenidge made a sincere and substantial offer to take unprecedented actions to further reduce our emissions and make those proposals binding conditions in our renewed permit. On March 25th, we proposed reducing our facility's permitted GHG emissions by an additional 40% by 2025, five years before the first CLCPA emissions reduction target date in 2030. We also proposed to be a zero-carbon emitting facility by 2035 – a full five years before the statewide target for the electric generating sector. "The NYSDEC never once engaged Greenidge since March 25th to finalize a Permit that would dramatically reduce GHG emissions and preserve upstate jobs. They chose to pass up the opportunity to materially improve the environment, choosing instead to burden New York taxpayers with the expense of funding a lengthy administrative and judicial battle that could have easily been avoided. "We believe there is no credible legal basis whatsoever for a denial of this application because there is no actual threat to the State's Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act (CLCPA) from our renewed permit. This is a standard air permit renewal governing emissions levels for a facility operating in full compliance with its existing permit today. It is not, and cannot be transformed into, a politically charged 'cryptocurrency permit'. "Our Dresden facility represents a remarkably insignificant 0.2% of New York's target GHG emissions level for 2030, and we have already reduced our GHG emissions at the facility by 70% when compared to the reference date of 1990 in the CLCPA. It is absurd for anyone to look at these facts and rationally claim that renewing this specific permit -- for a facility that makes up a small fraction of the state's electricity generation capacity -- would impede New York's long term climate goals. It simply would not. "While the many good people that work at Greenidge, including the dedicated IBEW members onsite, deserved far better from their state today, we are confident that an unbiased court system will reverse this regulatory misjudgment. Until that happens, we are permitted to operate each day, in full compliance with our existing Title V Air Permit." Greenidge Generation Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: GREE) is a vertically integrated bitcoin mining and power generation company. Greenidge is committed to 100% carbon-neutral bitcoin mining at all of its locations by utilizing low-carbon sources of energy and offsetting its carbon footprint. This release contains forward-looking statements which are made pursuant to safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, statements concerning (1) continuing operations in Dresden; (2) our pursuit of administrative remedies; and (3) our GHG emissions levels. These forward-looking statements are often characterized by the use of words such as "estimate," "expect," "anticipate," "project," "plan," "intend," "seek," "believe," "forecast," "foresee," "likely," "may," "should," "goal," "target," "might," "will," "could," "predict," "continue" and the negative or plural of these words and other comparable terminology. Forward-looking statements are only predictions based on our current expectations and our projections about future events and therefore speak only as of the date of this release. You should not place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements. We undertake no obligation to update any of these forward-looking statements for any reason, whether as a result of new information, future developments or otherwise. These forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties, and other factors that may cause our actual results, levels of activity, performance, or achievements to differ materially from those expressed or implied by these statements. These factors include, but are not limited to, the matters discussed under the captions "Risk Factors" and "Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations" of our most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K, as supplemented by our other filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. View original content: SOURCE Greenidge Generation Holdings Inc.
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2022-06-30T18:36:12Z
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CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) — The West Virginia National Guard’s full-time response to the COVID-19 pandemic will end Friday, Gov. Jim Justice said. Justice first activated the National Guard to assist with the state’s pandemic response in March 2020. Among their duties, guard members have transported supplies, staffed COVID-19 testing and vaccine sites, disinfected vehicles and facilities, and assisted health departments with data entry. “They did an unbelievable job and they continue to do that every day,” Justice said at a news conference Thursday. Justice said 60 guard members will remain on active duty through September to assist the state’s Joint Interagency Task Force.
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MADRID, Spain — President Joe Biden said Thursday that the Supreme Court's decision ending a constitutional right to abortion is “destabilizing” and that he supports changing Senate rules to codify nationwide abortion protections. He maintained the ruling does not affect U.S. standing on the world stage as he took credit for modernizing the transatlantic alliance to adapt to new threats from Russia and China. Biden was speaking to reporters at the conclusion of a five-day foreign trip to huddle with NATO allies in Madrid and the leaders of the Group of Seven advanced democratic economies in the Bavarian Alps, which came as the nation was still grappling with the fallout from Friday's Supreme Court decision. “America is better positioned to lead the world than we ever have been,” Biden said. “But one thing that has been destabilizing is the outrageous behavior of the Supreme Court of United States in overruling not only Roe v. Wade, but essentially challenging the right to privacy.” He added: “I could understand why the American people are frustrated because of what the Supreme Court did." Biden said he would support changing the Senate filibuster rules, which require 60 votes to pass most legislation, to allow bringing a bill extending nationwide abortion protections to pass by simple majority, but he said it would likely require voters to send additional Democratic Senators to Washington to get done. The three-day NATO summit included the Biden administration announcing plans to permanently bolster the U.S. military presence in Europe, an agreement between Turkey, Finland and Sweden to pave the way for the accession of Nordic nations into NATO, and the alliance updating its strategic concept reflect that China’s “coercive policies” are a challenge the Western bloc’s interests. “I think we can all agree that this has been a historic NATO Summit,” Biden said. He noted the last time NATO updated what is essentially its mission statement was 12 years ago, when Russia was characterized as a partner, and the document didn’t even mention China. The new document hammered out at the summit changes that. “The world has changed, changed a great deal since then,” Biden said. “This summit was about strengthening our alliances, meeting the challenges of our world as it is a day, and the threats we’re going to face in the future,” Biden said. Biden also highlighted announcements at the G-7 meeting, including more economic and military assistance to Ukraine as it aims to beat back Russia's four-month invasion, and announcements on tougher sanctions meant to punish Moscow. "We are going stick with Ukraine and all of the alliance is going to stick with Ukraine as long as it takes," Biden said. “I don’t know what it how it’s going to end, but it will not end with a Russian defeat of Ukraine in Ukraine."
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– NCL's Video Series Highlights the Easiest Way to Travel by Showcasing the People, Places and Passion Behind the NCL Experience – – First Two-Part Episode, "Caribbean Adventures," Premieres June 30, 2022 at 8 P.M. ET at www.ncl.com/embark and Facebook – MIAMI, June 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL), the innovator in global cruise travel with a 55-year history of breaking boundaries, today announced the next season of its visual storytelling platform, "EMBARK with NCL," with the first episode, "Caribbean Adventures," premiering Thursday, June 30, 2022 at 8 p.m. ET at www.ncl.com/embark and on Facebook. Experience the interactive Multichannel News Release here: https://www.multivu.com/players/English/8998058-norwegian-cruise-line-new-season-embark-with-ncl-premieres/ Following its successful first season, which garnered nearly 3 million views and showcased the Company's fierce resiliency as it returned to cruising after a 500-day pause, this second season will focus on the high-caliber offerings onboard and ashore, as well as the most guest-favored destinations, beginning with the Caribbean. In addition, American television personality and world traveler Zay Harding, will bring viewers along this season as the host of EMBARK, chronicling his cruise adventures around the globe. "EMBARK with NCL allows us to visually showcase the incredible experiences we offer across our dynamic fleet, as well as the unforgettable vacation moments awaiting our guests at some of the most bucket-list worthy destinations around the world," said Harry Sommer, president and CEO of Norwegian Cruise Line. "This season, our guests will be able to discover, or rediscover, some of their favorite places, and get a sneak peek into the future of NCL with episodes dedicated to our next best-in-class ship, Norwegian Prima." In season two, guests will have a front row seat to both the onboard experience and the over 300 incredible destinations visited by NCL each year. "What's most exciting about this new season is the relevancy of the content to travelers who may not be familiar with cruising," said Christine Da Silva, SVP of Branding and Communications of Norwegian Cruise Line. "Season one provided us an opportunity to connect with loyal guests, as well as those who know us and missed being at sea with us. Season two is all about the experience … about the food, entertainment and the incredible places we visit. We're happy to bring all of the benefits and joy of cruising to anyone who wants to see the world." This season, guests are invited to discover the majestic islands of Hawaii, when Harding sets sail aboard NCL's Pride of America, the only ship to offer roundtrip inter-island voyages from Honolulu. They will also witness NCL's culinary champions battle it out in the kitchen in the "Great Cruise Cookoff" episode for a chance to have their creations featured aboard the highly anticipated Norwegian Prima. In the "Evolution of Innovation" episode, guests will celebrate the brand's storied history as well as glimpse its future as it prepares to launch its next class of ships. In the season finale, Harding travels to Reykjavik, Iceland to attend the event of the season, the Christening of Norwegian Prima. He will bring viewers along for this history making celebration, where godmother Katy Perry will not only fulfill the longstanding maritime tradition of blessing and officially naming Norwegian Prima, but where she will perform during the Christening ceremony before the new ship sets sail on its inaugural voyages. To watch the first episode of the new EMBARK with NCL season, "Caribbean Adventures," tune in on June 30, 2022 at 8 p.m. ET at www.ncl.com/embark or Facebook. The episode will be available on-demand, following the livestream premiere. Additional premiere dates forthcoming. For more information on EMBARK with NCL, or to watch the complete collection of available content on-demand visit, www.ncl.com/embark. To learn more about Zay Harding, click here. For more information about the Company's award-winning 17-ship fleet and worldwide itineraries, or to book a cruise, please contact a travel professional, call 888-NCL-CRUISE (625-2784) or visit www.ncl.com. View original content: SOURCE Norwegian Cruise Line
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Ruling is seen as limiting federal agencies' ability to address major issues. Recent polling shows that Republicans, Independents, & Democrats are united around protecting water. WASHINGTON, June 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Supreme Court of the United States on Thursday ruled that the Environmental Protection Agency had limited authority to regulate and enforce the Clean Air Act. The ruling could also mean that the federal government's ability to enforce the Clean Water Act is now similarly limited, even as polling shows this is the opposite of what the majority of voters want. "While this decision is a setback, we are optimistic that it will not change the overwhelming momentum we are seeing from industry and community leaders who are dedicated to tackling climate change, protecting water, and ushering in a clean energy future," said Lukas Walton, chair of the Walton Family Foundation's Environment Committee, and also CEO of the Builder's Vision. "An increasing number of leaders know that the long-term benefits of acting on climate change far outweigh the costs and that inaction is the most costly scenario for our planet, our economy, and our communities." "Americans are very unified around protecting water resources, and this decision may make it harder for the federal government to enforce laws that conserve our rivers, streams, and wetlands," said Moira Mcdonald, director of the Walton Family Foundation's Environment Program. "An undeniable majority of voters support protecting water during climate change – Americans want and expect leadership right now. This is a time for communities, water advocates, policymakers, and industry leaders to come together and double down on solutions that work for people and nature." Recent polling, conducted by Morning Consult, shows a majority of Americans agree climate change will alter important aspects of life in the U.S. like agriculture (76% total, 89% Democrats, and 61% Republicans), water resources (76% total, 90% Democrats, and 59% Republicans) and the economy (71% total, 87% Democrats, and 55% Republicans). The poll also shows 73% of Americans are worried about climate change and water scarcity, with at least three-in-five voters saying that drought, increased temperatures, wildfires, extreme weather, and flooding are a product of climate change's effect on water resources. Notably, Black and Hispanic voters expressed more concern about climate change's impacts on the economy (84% Black, 81% Hispanic, 68% White), health (88% Black, 78% Hispanic, 67% White), and issues around equality (69% Black voters, 62% Hispanic voters, 44% White). One-quarter of American voters believe their state will not have enough water during their grandchildren's lifetimes (the next 100 years). The numbers are even higher in western states - 55% in Colorado said their state would not have enough water in the next 100 years and 53% said the same in Arizona. "At a time when one-quarter of all Americans - and more than half of the residents in Arizona and Colorado - don't think that there will be enough water in their home states for their grandchildren, we clearly need to be doing more to protect and conserve water," said Mcdonald. Other key findings from the poll include: - 74% of voters agree that political parties should find more common ground on addressing climate change (87% of Democrats, 74% of independents, and 60% of Republicans). - 73% of voters agree that there is still time to address climate change (79% of Democrats, 70% of independents, and 70% of Republicans). - People of color and younger people feel the most urgency on these issues: - 68% Black - 58% Hispanic - 43% White - 77% Black - 74% Hispanic - 65% White To read the full poll results, visit www.waltonfamilyfoundation.org/worldwaterday. Polling Methodology: The national poll was conducted between March 4-March 6, 2022 among a sample of 2005 Registered Voters across the United States. The interviews were conducted online, and the data were weighted to approximate a target sample of registered Voters based on gender by age, educational attainment, race, marital status, homeownership, race by educational attainment, 2020 presidential vote, and region. Results from the full survey have a margin of error of plus or minus 2 percentage points. The state-level polls were conducted between March 4-March 8, 2022, among a sample of 298 Registered Voters in Arizona and a sample of 300 registered voters in Colorado. The interviews were conducted online, and the data were weighted to approximate a target sample of Registered Voters based on gender, age, education, race, ethnicity, marital status, homeownership, and 2020 vote choice. Results from the full survey have a margin of error of plus or minus 6 percentage points. About the Walton Family Foundation The Walton Family Foundation is, at its core, a family-led foundation. Three generations of the descendants of our founders, Sam and Helen Walton, and their spouses, work together to lead the foundation and create access to opportunity for people and communities. We work in three areas: improving K-12 education, protecting rivers and oceans and the communities they support, and investing in our home region of Northwest Arkansas and the Arkansas-Mississippi Delta. To learn more, visit waltonfamilyfoundation.org and follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Walton Family Foundation
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WASHINGTON, June 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Florida students will have an opportunity soon to hear from NASA astronauts aboard the International Space Station. The space-to-Earth call will air live at 11:05 a.m. EDT Wednesday, July 6, on NASA Television, the NASA app, and the agency's website. NASA astronauts Bob Hines and Jessica Watkins will answer prerecorded video questions from Gifford Youth Achievement Center students. The Gifford Youth Achievement Center is a nonprofit organization providing year-round educational programs to improve academic achievement for students from disadvantaged communities. The downlink will be part of a science fair focused on how NASA enables space exploration entitled, Living in Space, Preparing on Earth. The event is virtual. Media interested in covering the event should contact the Gifford Youth Achievement Center media point of contact, Stephanie Nelson, at: snelson@gyac.net or 772-794-1005. Linking students directly to astronauts aboard the space station provides unique, authentic experiences designed to enhance student learning, performance, and interest in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Astronauts living in space aboard the orbiting laboratory communicate with NASA's Mission Control Center in Houston 24 hours a day through the Near Space Network Tracking and Data Relay Satellites. For more than 21 years, astronauts have continuously lived and worked aboard the space station, testing technologies, performing science, and developing the skills needed to explore farther from Earth. As part of its Artemis program, the agency will send astronauts to the Moon preparing for future exploration of Mars. Inspiring the next generation of explorers – the Artemis Generation – ensures America will continue to lead in space exploration and discovery. See videos and lesson plans highlighting research on the International Space Station at: https://www.nasa.gov/stemonstation View original content to download multimedia:https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/florida-students-to-hear-from-nasa-astronauts-aboard-space-station-301579071.html SOURCE NASA
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WINSTON-SALEM, N.C., June 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Meltémi Brands, Inc., the proud maker of meltémi Greek Yogurt and a certified Women-Owned Business, is pleased to announce that Good Housekeeping has chosen Lower Sugar meltémi Greek Yogurt as a 2022 Healthy Snack Award recipient for "Best Greek Yogurt". The product met strict nutritional criteria with a focus on wholesome ingredients (www.goodhousekeeping.com/healthysnacks). Meltémi launched its line of rich traditional Greek Yogurt and Lower Sugar meltémi Greek Yogurt in supermarkets in 2021. "As a new brand, we are thrilled to be recognized by Good Housekeeping, a name America has trusted since 1885," said CEO and Co-founder, Ntina Skoteiniadis. Lower Sugar meltémi is truly innovative: it's lactose-free, with 13g of protein, only 4g of sugar and 100 calories per serving. But meltémi goes beyond low sugar/high protein. Lower Sugar meltémi has 25% or more of the daily RV of these important vitamins: A, E, D, B1, B2, B5, B6, B9, B12 and Zinc. Says Skoteiniadis, "Coming out of the pandemic, consumers are focused on staying healthy and shedding those pandemic pounds, and this combination of vitamins and zinc supports both the immune system and metabolism." Good Housekeeping Healthy Snack Awards winners must be made with real and recognizable ingredients that you can pronounce. Lower Sugar meltémi is made with real fruit and real vanilla beans, which is not always the case with low/no sugar products in the yogurt aisle. In fact, it has the lowest sugar of any Greek yogurt that has real fruit in its ingredients. Lower Sugar meltémi is also true Greek strained yogurt, not a "dairy snack" or "ultra-filtered milk". Good Housekeeping Healthy Snack Award winners also factor in taste. "We've had wonderful feedback from consumers about how delicious meltémi is," says Skoteiniadis, "meltémi is made with yogurt cultures from Greece we've chosen because they give our yogurt a milder, less sour taste. When you start with a better tasting plain yogurt, you don't need to add a lot of sugar to make it yummy. We are excited for America to finally experience an authentic Greek yogurt that is nutritious AND delicious!" For more information, please visit www.meltemiyogurt.com. The results from the Good Housekeeping 2022 Snack Awards can be found in the July/August issue and online at GoodHousekeeping.com/healthysnacks. Founded in 2021, Meltémi Brands, Inc.'s mission is to make the best Greek yogurt outside of Greece. meltémi is currently sold in Meijer, Albertsons, Tom Thumb, Randalls, and Giant Food. meltémi Greek Yogurt is made in the US. Meltémi Brands, Inc. is a certified as a Women's Business Enterprise by the NWBOC. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Meltemi Brands, Inc.
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2022-06-30T18:41:40Z
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LA Times Today: California’s Forest Service firefighters face a morale crisis Watch L.A. Times Today at 7 p.m. on Spectrum News 1 on Channel 1 or live stream on the Spectrum News App. Palos Verdes Peninsula and Orange County viewers can watch on Cox Systems on channel 99. Each year wildfires across California are intensifying. The fallout is taking a toll on the hotshots trained to fight them. Recently, an experienced wildland firefighter publicly resigned in an effort to shed light on some of the problems they are facing. Alex Wigglesworth is an environmental reporter who covers wildfires for the L.A. Times and she joined us with more. Alex Wigglesworth is an environmental reporter who covers wildfires for the L.A. Times and she joined us with more.
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Billions of dollars in tax credits from The Great Recession-era are being brought to the forefront by the Michigan Supreme Court. A unanimous decision by the court on Wednesday, June 29, mandated General Motors disclose the full amount of tax credits the state issued the company under the Michigan Economic Growth Authority (MEGA) program. In its opinion, the Supreme Court agreed that because the amount in question was “due to the state or direct distributions from the state’s coffers” it concerned public moneys and therefore could be considered a financial record subject to public records requests. The MEGA tax credit program was created in the 1995 and then expanded in the 2000s in response to The Great Recession. Governor Rick Snyder abolished MEGA in 2012 and transferred its powers and responsibilities to the Michigan Strategic Fund board. The state is still paying outstanding credits. The latest annual report showed those bills won’t be squared until 2030. In 2015, General Motors and the state renegotiated the tax credit the automaker received in 2009 when it filed bankruptcy but did not disclose what the amended tax cap amount was. The original deal was a commitment to keeping jobs in the state. The most recent number related to GM’s tax credits came up in a 2020 agreement. The automaker agreed to cap the total value of its refundable MEGA tax credits at $2.27 billion through 2029 but the overall total value is still unknown. A Freedom of Information Act request was filed by activist David Sole but the tax credit cap was redacted. Sole took his claim to the Supreme Court where the Mackinac Center for Public Policy and Michigan Press Association filed briefs in support of the case and transparency. Since the Supreme Court’s decision, the full tax credit amount still has not been revealed. GM’s senior communications manager Liz Winter said the company is reviewing the court’s opinion and will work with the Michigan Economic Development Corporation to meet the requirements. In a statement to MLive, Winter reiterated that GM has upheld its commitment to investing in Michigan and that tax subsidies played a part in those decisions. Boosted by new state incentives, GM invested $7 billion in January to create 4,000 jobs across four manufacturing sites in Michigan. “Securing incentives was a critical component to moving these projects forward. The announcement brought us to more than $18.6 billion that GM has committed to investing in the state since 2011 where we employ more than 50,000 workers. We are proud to bring these jobs and investment to our home state and remain fully committed to executing our plans here,” Winters said. The Mackinac Center has been tracking tax credits to build its argument that the subsidies don’t fulfill their promises of job creation and instead are a waste of taxpayer money. It has been a vocal opponent of the $1 billion Strategic Outreach and Attraction Reserve (SOAR) fund that made GM’s January investment possible. Lawmakers on both sides of the aisle also took issue with the non-disclosure agreements that surrounded the tax incentives. While the state sees the money as a necessary tool to stay competitive, the Mackinac Center sees it as picking favorites for special deals. Giving money to companies already based in Michigan is “questionable public policy,” said Patrick Wright, director of the Mackinac Center Legal Foundation and vice president for legal affairs at the Mackinac Center for Public Policy. “We don’t believe these policies to be beneficial,” Wright said. “GM is well set here as many of these other companies are and it really doesn’t make that much of a difference in site selection. It really makes a difference to politicians that want to be at a ribbon cutting.” In May, MEDC was publicly frustrated over the loss of business to Indiana where Stellantis chose to build an electric vehicle battery plant. A similar loss when Ford chose to build in Tennessee and Kentucky prompted state lawmakers to create the Strategic Outreach and Attraction Reserve fund. State incentive packages are a sign of the competitiveness among states to stake claim to these large projects, MEDC CEO Quentin Messer Jr. said in a May interview with MLive. “We understand that we have to continue to raise the level of our game and we’ll continue to do so,” he said. In response to the Supreme Court ruling, MEDC told MLive attorneys are reviewing the opinion and have no further comment at this time. More on MLive: The state needs ‘Pure Michigan’ magic to revive its shrinking talent pool Whirlpool to exit Russia costing the Michigan company up to $400M Michigan loses Stellantis project to Indiana. The state must “raise the level of our game.”
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2022-06-30T18:45:10Z
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LOS ANGELES, June 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Cosm, a global leader in experiential media and immersive technology, announced today that its fulldome production and distribution division, Cosm Studios, will distribute Felix & Paul Studios' production of Space Explorers: Artemis Ascending, a first-of-its-kind immersive live feed of the Artemis I mission launch, livestreaming to planetariums worldwide. Partnering with Emmy Award-winning Felix & Paul Studios, the launch will be captured in 8K, livestreamed in 360-degree direct to dome, and will be distributed to partner planetariums free of charge. The immersive feed will also be livestreamed to the Cosm Experience Center in Salt Lake City, Utah for a groundbreaking viewing experience on DomeX, a 20-meter 8K LED dome driven by Digistar and the Cosm Experience Engine, for pixel perfect control and content delivery. Wherever the livestream is viewed, audiences around the globe will have a unique and up-close look into humanity's next ambitious foray into space. "At Cosm, we are redefining the way the world experiences content. We deliver extraordinary immersive experiences that transport and entertain people. By partnering with Felix and Paul Studios and our planetarium clients, we give audiences unprecedented LIVE immersive access to this historic event," said Jeb Terry, Cosm's CEO and President. "Space exploration captivates the world's imagination and has inspired generations of innovators, thinkers, and dreamers. We are proud to participate in the next chapter of this journey. It has always been the "new frontier," and Cosm is bringing this era of exploration to life like never before making Space the "now frontier". The Artemis I mission launch will feature the Space Launch System Rocket (SLS), which is the most powerful rocket flown to date. Five separate cameras will be used to capture the historic take-off, including high speed cameras surrounding the launchpad, all of which will be showcased during the livestreaming event. "Cosm is synonymous with providing high quality premium dome content to our network of planetariums," said Neil Carty, Cosm's Head of Cosm Studios. "We're also thrilled to partner with Felix & Paul Studios whose reputation for delivering cinematic VR is industry leading. Together, we look forward to delivering the incredible opportunity for audiences to witness humanity's return to the moon in a groundbreaking way." "The first Apollo missions were televised in black and white, but this Artemis generation can experience the upcoming Moon missions, as well as future Mars missions, in an immersive and experiential way," said Felix Lajeunesse, Felix & Paul Studios' Co-founder and Creative Director. "This first immersive livestreaming is part of our ongoing mission to bring the public along for the ride on humanity's next giant leap in space exploration." To ensure more people can experience this momentous event and learn about the Artemis I mission launch, the footage will be available to planetariums as a free content license package for several months following the event. Felix & Paul Studios will also make available the first chapter of Space Explorers: The ISS Experience, the largest production ever filmed in space. Cosm is committed to bringing innovative immersive experiences to audiences around the world with more than 600 active planetariums running Digistar, the world's most advanced planetarium system. Planetariums looking to bring this historic event to its guests, live and/or on-demand should visit https://www.cosm.com/work/artemis/. Cosm, based in Los Angeles, California, is the leading experiential media and immersive technology company redefining the way the world experiences content. With over 125 combined years of experience, the company creates the richest immersive experiences around the globe with proprietary technology and state-of-the-art venues that seamlessly bridge the gap between virtual and physical realities, expanding the realm of what's possible. For more information, visit http://www.cosm.com/newsroom and follow @ExperienceCosm. Felix & Paul Studios is an EMMY® Award-winning creator of immersive entertainment experiences, creating unparalleled, highly engaging, presence-based experiences for the next generation of technology-enabled devices and venues, including the touring life-scale immersive exhibit, Space Explorers : The Infinite. It is also the leading Space and only media company recognized as an "Official Implementation Partner" by the ISS U.S. National Laboratory. To learn more about Felix & Paul Studios, visit https://www.felixandpaul.com/. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Cosm
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NEW YORK, June 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Sycamore Partners, a private equity firm specializing in retail, consumer, and distribution-related investments, today announced that it has acquired Goddard Systems, franchisor of The Goddard School, from an affiliate of Wind River Holdings, L.P., a privately owned investment company. "Goddard Systems is the leading brand in the large and growing market for premium early childcare and education," said Stefan Kaluzny, Managing Director of Sycamore Partners. "We look forward to partnering with management to support Goddard Systems' thriving franchisee network in furthering the company's important mission of caring for and educating children." "We are excited to partner with Sycamore as we continue to strengthen our business and build on our track record of success," said Dennis R. Maple, Chairman and CEO of Goddard Systems. "Given our well-established foundation and clear strategic roadmap, we expect this to be a smooth transition for the franchisees and families we serve and support. Our team remains focused on providing families with the highest quality educational environment for which we are known." Barclays served as financial advisor to Sycamore Partners, and Kirkland & Ellis and Ropes & Gray acted as legal counsel. Baird served as financial advisor to Wind River, and Hogan Lovells acted as legal counsel. About Goddard Systems, Inc. Established in 1988, Goddard Systems, the franchisor of The Goddard School, is the acknowledged leader in the premium early childcare and education market segment. Headquartered in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania, Goddard Systems has been consistently named one of the top childcare franchises in the United States by Entrepreneur magazine and one of the Top 200 Franchise Systems (in worldwide sales) by Franchise Times. Goddard Systems currently licenses nearly 600 Goddard School franchises that serve more than 80,000 students in 37 states and Washington, D.C. For more information, visit goddardschoolfranchise.com. About Sycamore Partners Sycamore Partners is a private equity firm based in New York. The firm specializes in retail, consumer, and distribution-related investments and partners with management teams to improve the operating profitability and strategic value of their business. With approximately $10 billion in aggregate committed capital raised since its inception in 2011, Sycamore Partners' investors include leading endowments, financial institutions, family offices, pension plans and sovereign wealth funds. For more information on Sycamore Partners, visit www.sycamorepartners.com. Contact for Sycamore Partners Michael Freitag or Arielle Rothstein Joele Frank, Wilkinson Brimmer Katcher (212) 355-4449 media@sycamorepartners.com View original content: SOURCE Sycamore Partners
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NASHVILLE, Tenn. — An art museum in Tennessee has partnered with the Alzheimer's Association to provide people living with dementia and their care partners to experience art together. When health is only getting worse for the people we love most, caregiving can be an overwhelming job. There are places looking to give something to those caring families. Something Judith Plummer loves to share is that she has a great mom. "My mom's name is Jane Smith," she smiled. "She worked until age 70 as a child care center director here in Nashville where she did art and especially music. She's always been involved in the creative arts." In fact, when Judith was a little girl, Jane took her everywhere. There were trips to the old Children's Museum, to the Hermitage, to the state capital. "I was three years old and got to sit in the governor's chair!" Judith laughed. "I noticed she was going downhill and having cognitive deficits," Judith continued, referring to her mother. "Then, in the last few years, it's been much more pronounced." Jane has a form of dementia. In just the way her great mom took Judith everywhere, Judith is now returning the favor. The Frist Art Museum is partnered with the Alzheimer's Association to offer people living with dementia and their care partners free tours of an exhibit. Anne Henderson of the Frist said this happens quarterly throughout the year in what's called the Making Memories program. "It's about offering stimulation to people who have dementia of some form," she said. "The opportunity to come to the Frist is to have that exposure to go back to what memories people with dementia may have. Works of art can help create those connections. They might remember a sound. They might remember a story or connect with a story." Included in this are art and music therapy. People make art while listening to music. "Both the caregiver and the person doing the care can become so isolated, especially when dementia and Alzheimer's are involved," said Judith. "I make sure she gets art enrichment, and music therapy." To see her mom making art again, to be around others making art, means a lot to Judith. "She always had these interests all her life, and now they're being presented to her in a way someone with dementia can absorb and appreciate," said Judith. She said a day like this is another 'thank you' to someone she'll forever know as a great mom. For more on the Making Memories program, visit here.
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SILVER SPRING, Md., June 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration is providing an update on additional steps it has taken that will lead to more infant formula available in the U.S. under the agency's recent increased flexibilities. Company (Product Origin): Danone (New Zealand) Product(s): Aptamil Gold Plus Type of Formula: General Estimated Quantity: 555,000 cans (about 1.1 million pounds or about 16.5 million full-size, 8-ounce bottles) Availability: Likely to start in August. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services is evaluating options for getting the product to the U.S. as quickly as possible. More Information and Where to Find the Products: Expected to be available across several retail channels in the US. The FDA is exercising enforcement discretion for the importation of the infant formula products listed above following the review of information provided pertaining to nutritional adequacy and safety, including microbiological testing, labeling and additional information about facility production and inspection history. The agency is leveraging a number of flexibilities to bolster the supply of products that serve as the sole source of nutrition for many infants while ensuring the infant formula can be used safely and provides adequate nutrition. The FDA remains in further discussions with manufacturers and suppliers regarding additional supply to ensure there's adequate infant formula available wherever and whenever parents and caregivers need it. The FDA issued guidance on May 16 that outlined a process by which the agency would not object to the importation of certain infant formula products intended for a foreign market or distribution in the U.S. of products manufactured here for export to foreign countries. This guidance also may provide flexibilities to those who manufacture infant formula products domestically and may be able to further increase the quantity of domestically-produced product for the U.S. market. The agency has posted a webpage that will be updated with information about additional products headed to the U.S. Ongoing FDA Steps to Increase Availability of Safe, Nutritious Infant Formula The agency's around-the-clock work as part of the all-of-government efforts has already begun to improve supply and availability. The agency expects that the measures and steps it is taking, and the resumption of production at the Abbott Nutrition's Sturgis, Mich., facility, will mean more and more supply is on the way or on store shelves moving forward. The FDA continues to advise against making infant formulas at home or diluting formula. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to work with their child's health care provider for recommendations on changing feeding practices, if needed. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services also has additional information available at HHS.gov/formula, including information to help families find infant formula. The agency also monitors online marketplaces for fraudulent products and works with major online retailers to remove violative and harmful products offered for sale on their sites. Additionally, since many of these fraudulent products originate overseas, the agency targets and examines these products at ports of entry. The FDA also monitors and follows up on various external signals such as consumer complaints about potential counterfeit and fraudulent products. The FDA will continue to dedicate all available resources to help ensure that safe and nutritious infant formula products remain available for use in the U.S. and will keep the public informed of progress updates. Additional Information: - https://us.aptamil.com/ - Infant Formula Information and Ongoing FDA Efforts to Increase Supply - Enforcement Discretion to Manufacturers to Increase Infant Formula Supplies - HHS.gov/formula - HHS.gov/news - FDA Investigation of Cronobacter Infections: Powdered Infant Formula (February 2022) - Powdered Infant Formula Recall: What to Know - CDC Information on Cronobacter Infection and Infants ### Media Contact: FDA Office of Media Affairs, 301-796-4540 Consumer Inquiries: 888-723-3366 The FDA, an agency within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, protects the public health by assuring the safety, effectiveness, and security of human and veterinary drugs, vaccines and other biological products for human use, and medical devices. The agency also is responsible for the safety and security of our nation's food supply, cosmetics, dietary supplements, products that give off electronic radiation, and for regulating tobacco products. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE U.S. Food and Drug Administration
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(The Hill) – Mississippi House Speaker Philip Gunn (R) told reporters Wednesday it is his “personal belief” that if a 12-year-old girl is a victim of incest she should still be made to carry a resulting pregnancy to term. “I believe that life begins at conception and every life is valuable. Those are my personal beliefs,” Gunn said. A reporter then asked, “So that 12-year-old child molested by her father or uncle should carry that child to term?” to which Gunn replied, “That is my personal belief.” A challenge to a Mississippi law banning abortion after 15 weeks of pregnancy made its way to the Supreme Court, where it was upheld in a decision that overturned the landmark Roe v. Wade ruling that guaranteed the right to abortion. A separate state law passed in 2007 bans abortions outright if Roe were overturned, with exceptions for rape and instances when the mothers life is at risk. The 15-week law does not include a rape exception, and neither law makes exceptions for incest. The Mississippi Free Press reports that several GOP lawmakers want the rape exception eliminated from the trigger ban, which would mean abortions would only be allowed to save the life of the mother. Jackson Women’s Health Organization, which challenged the 15-week ban, filed a lawsuit on Monday seeking to prevent Mississippi from activating its more expansive trigger ban. In its lawsuit, the group argues that abortions are still protected in Mississippi by the state’s own constitution through a 1998 decision by the Mississippi Supreme Court. The trigger ban was certified by Mississippi Attorney General Lynn Fitch Monday. Mississippi Gov. Tate Reeves (R) declared June “Sanctity of Life Month” on Wednesday in celebration of the Supreme Court overturning Roe v. Wade. Mississippi currently has the nation’s highest infant and fetal mortality rates, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), as the lowest life expectancy in the country.
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Headkrack and Lore’l of The Morning Hustle We chopped it up with the self-proclaimed King Of R&B Jacquees! In this clip Jacquees shares his favorite albums of all time and surprisingly calls out T-Pain for slowing down his bag! LIKE US ON FACEBOOK. FOLLOW US ON TWITTER AND INSTAGRAM. SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE. Now one thing about Jacquees, he’s gonna make a remix! Back in 2019 he went viral for his “Que Mix” of Ella Mai‘s hit single, “Trippin” but not everyone was happy about it! The singer felt like his rendition took away attention from the original hit and it looks like T-Pain had no problem backing her up on this. Text “HUSTLE” to 71007 to join The Morning Hustle Show mobile club for exclusive news. (Terms and conditions). When the UK based artist was asked about the remix controversy she said, “Boo’d Up” had five thousand remixes but when it comes to someone trying to monetize, then it becomes a different issue.” The song was eventually removed from Youtube. Sounds like T-Pain name stays in the mix! Luckily Jacquees doesn’t seem to be bothered and says he’s still a big fan of the “rapper turnt singer.” Don’t miss our full interview with Jacquees! Subscribe to our YouTube channel for more exclusive content! HEAD BACK TO THEMORNINGHUSTLE.COM HOME PAGE Jacquees Calls Out T-Pain For Accusing Him Of Monetizing His Viral Remixes was originally published on themorninghustle.com
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How The Cash Meows: Dust Up Over Vision Bank & Salem\nDave Portzline says they would “put any other” of your business out to sea with a better solution- but it’s one step ata time at 128 Cox, right at Briar Cliff. If one wal... MORE » Be the Fat... More Info >Add BIO\nSusan Roosa says this is such \"excelle The Big Ten could become a coast-to-coast league in the latest potential shakeup to college athletics. USC and UCLA are both in negotiations to join the Big Ten, which would give the league 16 members, according to a report from Sports Illustrated. Their additions, coupled with the additions of Rutgers and Maryland over the last decade, would give the league a nationwide footprint. It would also join the SEC in having 16 members. The SEC will soon add Oklahoma and Texas to its conference. The reports say a deal has not been finalized. The conference has primarily been allies in preserving the status quo of college football. The two Los Angeles-based teams have been conference foes since 1922. They were part of the Pacific Coast Conference, then later the conference now known as the Pac-12.
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VERSATILE Comes to Theatre West in August Performances run Saturday, August 6, 2022 at 8:00 p.m. Sunday, August 7 at 3:00 p.m. Versatile, the award-winning show, is an Official Selection of Solopalooza 2.022. Written and performed by Kevin Neighbors. Directed and developed by Jessica Lynn Johnson. Produced for Theatre West by Dina Morrone. Versatile is subtitled "Stories from Inside the Closet of a Half-Black Gay Man," but that's really only part of it. Torn from the arms of a loving mother by Child Protective Services, Kevin is bounced around the foster care system in the 90s, when transracial child placement is frowned upon. Finally, he and his brother are adopted into a white family. But his adoptive parents are not comforting models of stability nor support for their mixed white and Black children. Being mixed-Black, Kevin struggles to exist between two worlds. With light skin privilege in contrast to his darker brother, Kevin is forced to learn his place in the Black community. Still perceived as Black by many, Kevin copes with the colorism and systemic racism dealt with by Black men today, whether that manifests in encounters with police, lowered expectations for him in the higher education system, or how he is perceived by others in the gay community. He treads along through comedy, despondency, and emerging hope. As he grows, he becomes aware of his emerging sexuality, at first denying it to some degree, but later discovering how far his pride can take him. It's not all doom and gloom, however. He finds a couple of mentors in the faculty at his university who champion his abilities. He also learns that he possesses significant emotional and intellectual resources strong enough to carry him through rough times. You'll have to see Versatile to fully appreciate the significance of the title. Kevin Neighbors portrays over twenty characters in the unfolding of his narrative, utilizing acting, poetry, Shakespeare, hip hop, characterized African wildlife that serve as his Lion King-inspired guides, all tied together with dynamic digital media. Kevin Neighbors received a BFA degree in theatre performance and digital media from the University of Idaho. He is an Executive Board Member for the Region VII Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival. Jessica Lynn Johnson develops and directs Versatile. Acclaimed both as a solo performer and as a director of solo artists, she is the founder of the company Soaring Solo. Her directing credits include Unemployed Finally, The Mermaid Who Learned How to Fly, 365 Days of Crazy, Triangles Are My Favorite Shape, Bully-mia, Not My Show, Answers Outta The Blue, Dear Yoko,and more. Versatile has been selected previously for the 2020 Black Voices Theatre Festival, the Los Angeles Women's Theatre Festival's Hot Off the Press event (2020), the Whitefire Theatre's SoloFest 2021 (the largest solo performance festival on the West Coast), and was designated a Spotlight Production at the Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival. It played at the Hollywood Fringe Festival in 2021 and subsequently won the Broadway World Los Angeles Best Solo Performance Award. Versatile examines multiculturalism and intersectionality as they exist in America today. There's good reason for hope. Established in 1962, Theatre West is the oldest continually running professional theatre company in the city of Los Angeles. It is a membership collective of actors, playwrights, directors, and technicians. Theatre West's alumni members include Ray Bradbury, Beau Bridges, Richard Dreyfuss, Sally Field, Betty Garrett, Martin Landau, Lee Meriwether, Jack Nicholson, Carroll O'Connor, Sherwood Schwartz, Joyce Van Patton, and Paul Winfield. Theatre West has produced more than 300 plays and musicals. Of these plays, nearly 70% are original works developed in its workshops and many have led to Broadway, regional tours, and feature films including A Bronx Tale by Chazz Palminteri and A Very Brady Musical by Lloyd Schwartz and Hope Juber. Our season continues with WestFest (a festival of new works), a new play by one of the company's resident playwrights in September 2022, and Moose on the Loose by Dina Morrone in April 2023. Our Storybook Theatre's Little Red Riding Hood will tour throughout the area in Summer 2022, supported by an NEA grant. Theatre West is supported in part by The Ahmanson Foundation, California Arts Council, Peter Glenville Foundation, Kaplan-Loring Foundation, the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors through the Los Angeles County Department of Arts and Culture, Los Angeles Department of Cultural Affairs, National Endowment for the Arts, and Lloyd E. Rigler- Lawrence E. Deutsch Foundation. Covid-19 safety protocols in effect on performance dates will be observed. As of this writing, that means that audience members must wear masks and be vaccinated (and able to show a vax card or digital record). WHERE: Theatre West, 3333 Cahuenga Blvd. West, in Los Angeles, CA 90068. This is near Universal City and North Hollywood.: WHEN:: Saturday, August 6, 2022 at 8:00 p.m. Sunday, August 7 at 3:00 p.m. ADMISSION: $35 in advance, $40 at the door. RESERBVATIONS: (323) 851-7977. CONSUMER ADVISORY: Suggested for audiences age 14 to Adult. PARKING is available in a privately-operated lot across the street ($10.00, credit card only).
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INDEPENDENCE, Iowa — Plans for a monument honoring Sgt. Jim Smith are taking shape in northeast Iowa. The Iowa State Patrol Sergeant was killed in a stand-off in Grundy Center last year. He was from Independence and served 27 years in the Iowa State Patrol. The non-profit Mustang Foundation in Independence is now fundraising for a plaza that would pay tribute to Sgt. Smith and former football coach Lyle Leinbaugh. The plaza will be in front of the high school’s football field, named after Leinbaugh, and feature memorials for both men. The Smith family is donating the funds for a mustang statue in the memorial section for Sgt. Smith. The school district has also approved $50,000 of the 1-cent sales tax funds to go toward the plaza project. All other funds, estimated at $100,000, will be raised privately. The goal is to have it finished by the start of class this fall.
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2022-06-30T18:57:56Z
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The Supreme Court, in a 6-3 decision, ruled that the Environment Protection Agency does not have the authority to mandate carbon emissions reductions from existing power plants. Here & Now‘s Jane Clayson speaks with NPR’s Laura Benshoff. This article was originally published on WBUR.org. Copyright 2022 NPR. To see more, visit https://www.npr.org.
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Cassidy Hutchinson is a former senior aide to Mark Meadows. He knew trouble was coming. Hutchinson testified that time and again, she wondered when her boss would take action to protect Congress. But as January 6th rioters closed in on the Capitol, the Trump White House did nothing: “The rioters are getting really close, have you talked to the President?” Hutchinson recalled. “And he said, ‘No, the President wants to be alone right now,’ still looking at his phone.” Today, On Point: Cassidy Hutchinson’s testimony, and what happens next. Guests Chris Whipple, journalist and documentary filmmaker. Author of “The Spymasters” and “The Gatekeepers.” (@ccwhip) Alan Rozenshtein, associate professor of law at the University of Minnesota. Former Justice Department official from 2014 to 2017. (@ARozenshtein) Jack Beatty, On Point news analyst. (@JackBeattyNPR) Related Reading Washington Post: “Mark Meadows has earned his title of worst chief of staff in history” — “In a secure tent on the Ellipse last week, as President Trump prepared to incite an angry mob ahead of its assault on the U.S. Capitol, White House chief of staff Mark Meadows, smiling from ear to ear, mugged for a video with Donald Trump Jr., as Laura Branigan’s 1982 hit ‘Gloria’ blared in the background.” Lawfare Podcast: “The Jan. 6 Committee, Day Six” — “It was a blockbuster day at the Jan. 6 committee hearings. Cassidy Hutchinson, former aide to White House Chief of Staff Mark Meadows testified in riveting detail about what the president was up to and what the people around him were up to in the days leading up to Jan. 6 and on the day itself.” Exhibits from the House Select Committee This article was originally published on WBUR.org. Copyright 2022 NPR. To see more, visit https://www.npr.org.
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Crabs ‘n Clams for The Fourth Weekend Prime time family fun and great eats await the Fourth of July weekend, and for the rest of summer, for that matter, when it comes to crabbing and clamming along the Jersey shore. Sure, this holiday weekend is the traditional, although unofficial, kickoff of the canyon tuna season, and yes, sea bass season reopens tomorrow. However, when it comes to getting family, especially youngsters, involved, nothing says more about summertime fun than crabbing...and clamming is close behind. For the crabs (aka “blue claws”) a boat is not necessary. Bulkheads, lagoons, tidal creeks, and ditches will all host these luscious crustaceans. Of course, a boat on the bay or tidal river will avail one to more opportunities to fill a bushel (the daily limit), but again, one can catch them from terra firma, as muddy as it can sometimes be. While many employ the standard four-door or two-door pull box-style trap, we enjoy the handline/long-handled net dealio. Baited with a bunker head or a chicken leg or neck, it's tossed out and allowed to sit for several minutes. The blue claw’s olfactory sense will detect the subsurface aroma and will soon be on the meat. It’s then an inch-by-inch retrieve of the line, and one will often feel the tugging of the crab. Once close to the surface, it’s a swipe or the net either from behind or from the side, and the crab is caught. The pull traps also have a big say in the blue claw play, and we usually pack a couple along. Bait these with chunks of bunker, bluefish, or mackerel (we sometimes use carp) or a chicken neck, toss in and let them hang out for five to 10 minutes. Pull up quickly, as this will snap the doors shut, thus preventing a quick crab escape. Costs of the traps will vary. The cheaper metal traps will last maybe a season and are generally under $10. We opt for the galvanized variety that, while twice as expensive, seemingly last forever. The ones we’re using this summer were purchased in 2016 and are still in great shape despite fairly heavy use. As mentioned, the daily limit per person is one bushel, and the crab must have a minimum length of 4-1/2 inches across the carapace or, in crabbing lingo, from point to point. No license is required unless using a commercial-style trap, or crab hotel, that is set out for hours at a time, usually overnight. This must be equipped with turtle excluders at their entrances. The cost of the license is $2 and allows for a pair of traps. Access to a boat is necessary to get the clam jam on because these yummy bivalves are found on the flats of bays and the Intracoastal Waterway (ICW). Prime time is a dropping tide with water mid-thigh deep and slowly dropping. One can use a clam rake, preferably one with a “basket” to hold clams dug up with a pull of the rake, or, as is preferred by the traditionalists, feeling for the hard lumps under the mud with bare feet or wearing lightweight clamming booties. Rakes can be purchased at most bait and tackle shops along the shore and these can range to $100-plus depending on the length, type of metal, and with or without a basket. Some of the more enterprising make their own. In either case, a basket within a floating device to hold the clams and tethered to the waist via a length of cord or rope will keep the catch safe from spilling out. The daily limit is 150 clams that must be 1-1/2 inches lengthwise across the shell. A clamming license is $10 ($20 for non-residents) and $2 for youngsters under 14 years of age. A free lifetime resident senior (62 and older) is available with a $2 application fee.
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HARRISBURG, Pa. — Editors note: The attached video is from June 27 The Wolf administration announced Thursday the availability of $3 million in funding to provide pregnancy support services. The money will address the needs of pregnant and postpartum women with substance abuse disorders (SUD). "We are deeply committed to the health and well-being of mothers and children across the commonwealth,” said Secretary Jen Smith. “Meeting the needs of this vulnerable population requires a collaborative approach across the health care system and this funding will help assure that they are directly connected with services to help them, and their newborn or soon-to-be newborn, thrive. Eligible applicants can find the project summary and budget here. Approximately three to five grants up to $600,000 each will be awarded to help provide services, streamline care, and assure that the population is connected with the most appropriate resources to reach long-term recovery. All applications must be submitted via email to RA-DAGrantsMgmt@pa.gov by 11:59 p.m. on Friday, July 29. The grants are part of $59 million in federal funding awarded to Pennsylvania through the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration's Substance Abuse Prevention and Treatment Block Grant Program. Questions regarding the grants and application process should be forwarded to RA-DAGrantsMgmt@pa.gov.
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A significant update to the learning industry's most respected content authoring software now allows any company to create and deploy world-class eLearning experiences. ATLANTA, June 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Intellum, the #1 customer, partner, and employee education platform, today announced a significant redesign to Evolve, the world's most innovative content authoring tool used by a wide range of companies, including Google, Meta, Salesforce, Randstad, Pearson, WeWork, and Cotton On. The Evolve content authoring tool is a cloud-based software solution that allows learning professionals and instructional designers to develop engaging educational content much faster and more efficiently than conventional authoring tools like Articulate or Adobe Captivate. This launch introduces a more intuitive Evolve UI and UX that streamlines the creation of world-class education content, from traditional eLearning courses to more modern interactive experiences like software simulations. Intellum is the first corporate edtech provider to offer organizations a single solution that includes a leading content authoring tool and a mature, robust, enterprise-ready education platform. In an industry-first, content authored in Evolve and deployed on the Intellum platform now plays inline in the system, giving clients all the interactivity and tracking associated with traditional eLearning courseware without any of the user experience or reporting issues associated with SCORM. "In the past, large brand-conscience organizations had no choice but to write code to develop their own learning content because traditional content authoring tools could not deliver the highly-interactive and branded experiences their audiences expected. When Evolve was introduced almost a decade ago, it was the first no-code authoring tool that allowed clients to create modern, engaging, interactive learning content at scale without sacrificing the user experience," said Intellum CEO Chip Ramsey. "Since then, Evolve has become the go-to authoring tool for learning professionals seeking a more modern solution. This release significantly improves the process of creating bespoke, fully branded, highly engaging interactive learning experiences at scale." Highlights of the Evolve update include: - Quick Preview: Admin and editors can easily view the course as a Learner and see content updates and changes in real-time. - Course Editor UI: Adds hover states to articles, blocks, and components, so the process of creating, editing, and navigating through course content is more intuitive. - Navigation and Account Settings: Improves navigation throughout the platform and makes it easier for users to view, access, and manage their courses and assets. "Evolve is an indispensable tool in our course creation tech stack. They've taken an already powerfully dynamic experience and elevated it even more with a new user interface and features like Quick Preview," said Rebecca Irby, Creative Director and Head of Development and Design at eLearning agency ELM. "My experience as a user is faster, more intuitive, and even more enjoyable. I can already see the impact Evolve v10 is making in my day-to-day tasks; it's an absolute delight." For more information, visit https://www.intellum.com/platform/evolve. Intellum provides the customer education platform that large brands and fast-moving companies rely on to improve product utilization, customer retention, and revenue. Intellum's scientific, data-driven approach is based on more than 20 years of industry experience and the Intellum Platform includes all the tools an organization needs to create, deploy, manage, track, and continuously improve highly personalized, engaging educational experiences. To learn more, visit Intellum.com. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Intellum, Inc.
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BREAKING: Pac-12 rivals USC and UCLA 'are planning to defect to the Big Ten in 2024' in a major NCAA shakeup - College sports powerhouses USC and UCLA are reportedly preparing to defect from the Pac-12 conference to the Big Ten in what would be a major shakeup - Such a move would cost the Pac-12 its foothold in LA and two of its top programs - Big Ten commissioner Kevin Warren has yet to address the issue publicly as talks are reportedly ongoing. The move would reportedly occur sometime in 2024 - Although UCLA is traditionally a basketball school, any move to the Big Ten would center on football - the most profitable in the college sports hierarchy - The Big Ten's reported overtures to UCLA and USC come after the Southeastern Conference successfully lured Oklahoma and Texas away from the Big-12 - A final decision could be reached this week, according to Sports Illustrated, which also reports the schools expressed interest in the Big Ten months ago Two collegiate sports powerhouses are preparing to defect from the Pac-12 and join the Big Ten in the latest shakeup to the NCAA's competitive landscape. As multiple outlets reported Thursday, Los Angeles-area rivals USC and UCLA are in talks to join Big Ten after decades in the Pac-12 (née: Big Five, Big Six, Pacific-8, and Pacific-10). Not only would the move deprive the 107-year-old conference of two of its most prestigious athletic departments, but it would also cost the Pac-12 its foothold in the lucrative Southern California media market. Big Ten commissioner Kevin Warren has yet to address the issue publicly as talks are reportedly ongoing. SC wide receiver That Washington, right, UCLA defensive back Cameron Johnson deflect a pass in the first quarter at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum in Los Angeles on November 21. As multiple outlets reported Thursday, Los Angeles-area rivals USC and UCLA are in talks to join Big Ten after decades in the Pac-12 for the 2024 season, although the deal isn't yet finalized The move has not been finalized, according to syndicated sports reporter Jon Wilner, who also reports that the move could happen as early as 2024. A final decision could be reached this week, according to Sports Illustrated's Ross Dellenger, who reports the schools expressed interest in the Big Ten months ago. Although UCLA is primarily known as a basketball powerhouse, with 11 men's NCAA titles, any move to the Big Ten would likely be due to football, which is the most profitable in the college sports hierarchy. The Big Ten's reported overtures to UCLA and USC come after the Southeastern Conference successfully lured Oklahoma and Texas away from the Big-12 for the 2025 season. Following the reported news on Thursday, many experts speculated that the Big Ten's acquisition of UCLA and USC could lead other major athletic powerhouses to defect to either that conference or the SEC. 'Just got off the phone with someone who believes this eventually leads to two megaconferences — the Big Ten and SEC — with 20 or more members apiece,' read a tweet from The Athletic's Nicole Auerbach. Big Ten commissioner Kevin Warren (pictured) has yet to address the issue publicly Emily Bessoir #11 of the UCLA Bruins guards Angel Jackson #15 of the USC Trojans under the basket in the game at Galen Center on December 13, 2020 in Los Angeles By adding 11-time national football champion USC to a conference that already boasts Ohio State, Michigan, Michigan State and Penn State, the Big Ten would hope to compete with an SEC that is widely regarded as the toughest, most popular conference in college football. Including the 2021 national champion Georgia Bulldogs, five of the last seven title winners have come from the SEC. Meanwhile, the Big Ten has won just one national championship in the last two decades: Ohio State's 2014 title. USC has been in the Pac-12 since 1922, while UCLA joined in 1928. Of course, collegiate athletic conferences centered around geography and traditional rivalries back then. Now, though, with conferences operating their own cable networks while pulling in vast revenue from the wildly popular College Football Playoff, schools' proximity to each other is no longer a concern. For instance, the Big Ten started as a midwestern conference, but now includes east-coast schools like Rutgers and Maryland, as well as Nebraska. Now student athletes at UCLA and USC could potentially be looking at cross-country road trips for in-conference competition if the Big Ten does approve the moves. Tyger Campbell #10 of the UCLA Bruins brings the ball up the court against Drew Peterson #13 of the USC Trojans during the Pac-12 Conference basketball tournament semifinals at T-Mobile Arena on March 11
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Ocean County, NJ, Man Indicted on 32 Counts, Including Terrorism, Attempted Murder Authorities in Ocean County say a Manchester Township man has been indicted by a grand jury on a 32-count indictment centered around a string of violent events this past April. Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley Billhimer says 27-year-old Dion Marsh has been indicted on charges of terrorism, two counts of carjacking, seven counts of bias intimidation, another seven counts of bias intimidation, four counts of attempted murder, attempted kidnapping, five counts of possession of a weapon for an unlawful purpose, and five counts of unlawful possession of a weapon. Additionally, 28-year-old Michelle Strachan of Jackson was indicted by the same grand jury on two different charges of hindering apprehension. A string of violent events that lead to a terrorism charge According to Billhimer's office, - At around 1:10 on the afternoon of April 8th in the area of Arlington Avenue and Lincoln Street in Lakewood, "a male was traveling northbound on Arlington Avenue operating 2011 Toyota Camry when he was approached by the suspect, who was on foot. The suspect attempted to open the car door - which the victim locked as he watched the suspect approach the vehicle. Upon the suspect attempting to open the door, the victim accelerated the vehicle. The suspect reached through the open window and attempted to hold on to the vehicle while the victim continued to drive - traveling approximately one city block before the suspect let go." - Five minutes later, Lakewood Township officers were called to Martin Luther King Drive and Pine Street for a report of a carjacking. There, it was determined that a man approached the driver of a 2016 Toyota Camry, assaulted him, and fled the area in that vehicle. - Police say at 5:20 on that same afternoon, a man who was crossing Kimball Road at Central Avenue in Lakewood was struck by a vehicle, causing minor injuries. The vehicle then fled the scene. - Five minutes after that incident, a man in the area of Carlton and Central Avenues in Lakewood called 9-1-1 to report that his juvenile son had been approached by a "black Honda Accord occupied by a skinny black male." The caller stated that the man attempted to grab the minor but he was unsuccessful. - At 6 PM, Lakewood Township officers received a report of a pedestrian being struck by a vehicle in the area of Central and Carlton Avenues. - Just before 7 PM, Lakewood officers responded to a 9-1-1 call in reference to a stabbing in the vicinity of Pine Circle Drive and Lakewood-New Egypt Road. There, cops found a man with a stab wound to his chest. - At about 8:20 PM, officers with the Jackson Township Police Department responded to a 9-1-1 call for a report of a pedestrian being struck by a vehicle in the area of Galassi Court. Responding officers determined that man had been struck by the same vehicle that was taken in the carjacking incident in Lakewood earlier in the day. An investigation by the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office, "revealed that Marsh was responsible for all of these criminal acts." On April 8th, Marsh was arrested without incident at his home in Manchester Township. He has been held in the Ocean County jail since being taken into custody. Also on April 8th, detectives conducted an interview with Michelle Strachan and determined that Strachan provided conflicting information. He was charged with hindering apprehension. Billhimer comments on the terrorism charge "A thorough review of the totality of the circumstances surrounding this defendant’s intent, conduct and behavior lead us to the charge of Terrorism. We are prepared to prove beyond a reasonable doubt, that Marsh intended to terrorize the Jewish community in Lakewood and Jackson Township(s) on April 8, 2022. This indictment is just the next step in bringing this young man to justice," Billhimer said in a statement. The public is reminded that charges are accusations and all persons are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
https://catcountry1073.com/ocean-county-nj-man-indicted-on-32-counts-including-terrorism-attempted-murder/
2022-06-30T19:01:14Z
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James Harden is taking less with hopes the Philadelphia 76ers can do more. A person familiar with the situation said Harden chose not to exercise his $47.4 million option for next season and will become a free agent — but with no designs on leaving Philadelphia. Harden made the decision to allow the 76ers the flexibility they need to sign other players this summer, said the person who spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because neither side confirmed those plans publicly. That will be a major factor when the NBA opens the free agency negotiating window at 6 p.m. Eastern on Thursday, with Philadelphia among the teams that will be expected to target Miami forward P.J. Tucker, among others. The most likely scenario for Harden now is this: The 10-time All-Star signs a new deal with Philadelphia, for something close to that $47.4 million number, after the team has addressed other needs and improved its chances of becoming a true championship contender in 2023. If Harden had opted in before his Wednesday afternoon deadline, Philadelphia would have had a much more difficult time in finding financial pathways toward luring free agents. His decision Wednesday backed up what Harden said May 12, when Philadelphia’s season ended in the second round of the playoffs — a six-game loss to top-seeded Miami. “I’ll be here,” Harden said that night when asked about his future. “Yeah, I’ll be here. Whatever makes this team, whatever allows this team to continue to grow and get better and do the things necessary to win and compete at the highest level.” Harden is a three-time scoring champion and averaged 22.0 points and 10.3 assists during his time with Brooklyn and Philadelphia last season. The seven-time All-NBA player was the 2018 NBA MVP anda member of the league’s 75th anniversary team. ___ More AP NBA: https://apnews.com/hub/NBA and https://twitter.com/AP_Sports
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2022-06-30T19:02:19Z
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Ruling is seen as limiting federal agencies' ability to address major issues. Recent polling shows that Republicans, Independents, & Democrats are united around protecting water. WASHINGTON, June 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Supreme Court of the United States on Thursday ruled that the Environmental Protection Agency had limited authority to regulate and enforce the Clean Air Act. The ruling could also mean that the federal government's ability to enforce the Clean Water Act is now similarly limited, even as polling shows this is the opposite of what the majority of voters want. "While this decision is a setback, we are optimistic that it will not change the overwhelming momentum we are seeing from industry and community leaders who are dedicated to tackling climate change, protecting water, and ushering in a clean energy future," said Lukas Walton, chair of the Walton Family Foundation's Environment Committee, and also CEO of the Builder's Vision. "An increasing number of leaders know that the long-term benefits of acting on climate change far outweigh the costs and that inaction is the most costly scenario for our planet, our economy, and our communities." "Americans are very unified around protecting water resources, and this decision may make it harder for the federal government to enforce laws that conserve our rivers, streams, and wetlands," said Moira Mcdonald, director of the Walton Family Foundation's Environment Program. "An undeniable majority of voters support protecting water during climate change – Americans want and expect leadership right now. This is a time for communities, water advocates, policymakers, and industry leaders to come together and double down on solutions that work for people and nature." Recent polling, conducted by Morning Consult, shows a majority of Americans agree climate change will alter important aspects of life in the U.S. like agriculture (76% total, 89% Democrats, and 61% Republicans), water resources (76% total, 90% Democrats, and 59% Republicans) and the economy (71% total, 87% Democrats, and 55% Republicans). The poll also shows 73% of Americans are worried about climate change and water scarcity, with at least three-in-five voters saying that drought, increased temperatures, wildfires, extreme weather, and flooding are a product of climate change's effect on water resources. Notably, Black and Hispanic voters expressed more concern about climate change's impacts on the economy (84% Black, 81% Hispanic, 68% White), health (88% Black, 78% Hispanic, 67% White), and issues around equality (69% Black voters, 62% Hispanic voters, 44% White). One-quarter of American voters believe their state will not have enough water during their grandchildren's lifetimes (the next 100 years). The numbers are even higher in western states - 55% in Colorado said their state would not have enough water in the next 100 years and 53% said the same in Arizona. "At a time when one-quarter of all Americans - and more than half of the residents in Arizona and Colorado - don't think that there will be enough water in their home states for their grandchildren, we clearly need to be doing more to protect and conserve water," said Mcdonald. Other key findings from the poll include: - 74% of voters agree that political parties should find more common ground on addressing climate change (87% of Democrats, 74% of independents, and 60% of Republicans). - 73% of voters agree that there is still time to address climate change (79% of Democrats, 70% of independents, and 70% of Republicans). - People of color and younger people feel the most urgency on these issues: - 68% Black - 58% Hispanic - 43% White - 77% Black - 74% Hispanic - 65% White To read the full poll results, visit www.waltonfamilyfoundation.org/worldwaterday. Polling Methodology: The national poll was conducted between March 4-March 6, 2022 among a sample of 2005 Registered Voters across the United States. The interviews were conducted online, and the data were weighted to approximate a target sample of registered Voters based on gender by age, educational attainment, race, marital status, homeownership, race by educational attainment, 2020 presidential vote, and region. Results from the full survey have a margin of error of plus or minus 2 percentage points. The state-level polls were conducted between March 4-March 8, 2022, among a sample of 298 Registered Voters in Arizona and a sample of 300 registered voters in Colorado. The interviews were conducted online, and the data were weighted to approximate a target sample of Registered Voters based on gender, age, education, race, ethnicity, marital status, homeownership, and 2020 vote choice. Results from the full survey have a margin of error of plus or minus 6 percentage points. About the Walton Family Foundation The Walton Family Foundation is, at its core, a family-led foundation. Three generations of the descendants of our founders, Sam and Helen Walton, and their spouses, work together to lead the foundation and create access to opportunity for people and communities. We work in three areas: improving K-12 education, protecting rivers and oceans and the communities they support, and investing in our home region of Northwest Arkansas and the Arkansas-Mississippi Delta. To learn more, visit waltonfamilyfoundation.org and follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Walton Family Foundation
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Short film Vrushti wins first place in Alva’s Arena The short film Vrushti directed by Nishith Shetty has won the first place in the national level short film competition Alva’s Arena, conducted by the Department of Journalism and Mass Communication, Alva’s College. Awards for the winners were distributed at Alva’s Arena-2022 on Thursday at Kuvempu Auditorium in Vidyagiri, Moodbidri. Ajji Mane won the second place and Maathu Kathe won third place in the competition. The best direction award was given to Appayya Clinic and the best editing award was won by the team July 6, 2021. The best cinematography award was given to the short film Mouna. Short film ‘nusuya won the Best Actor award. Eom - Comments will be moderated by The Hindu editorial team. - Comments that are abusive, personal, incendiary or irrelevant cannot be published. - Please write complete sentences. Do not type comments in all capital letters, or in all lower case letters, or using abbreviated text. (example: u cannot substitute for you, d is not 'the', n is not 'and'). - We may remove hyperlinks within comments. - Please use a genuine email ID and provide your name, to avoid rejection.
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2022-06-30T19:02:28Z
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'Crafty new scam' targets Facebook Marketplace users, Better Business Bureau says Calling it "a crafty new scam," the Wisconsin Better Business Bureau is warning users of Facebook Marketplace to be aware of a fraud scheme that focuses on sellers being asked to upgrade their digital money transfer apps. "Watch out when selling big-ticket items on Facebook Marketplace," the Wisconsin BBB said in a statement this week. More:Technology, COVID-19 has increased scams against individuals and businesses More:If you have been scammed, report it to the BBB Scam Tracker The scam involves phony buyers on Facebook Marketplace who say you must upgrade your Zelle, or other digital money transfer app, in order to accept money from them. Here's how the scam works, according to the BBB: You list a big-ticket item worth several hundred dollars on Facebook Marketplace. You are quickly contacted by a "buyer" who wants to pay using a digital money transfer app. The BBB says this scam has happened with Zelle, but it could also work with CashApp, Venmo or another similar service. Shortly after receiving the payment, you get an email, supposedly from Zelle or one of the other digital money transfer apps. The bogus email states that the buyer paid via a Zelle “business account.” Now, you also need to upgrade your account to business status to accept the transfer. To do so, the buyer will need to send you another $300, though the amount can vary. "They are happy to do you a favor — if you promise to refund them," the BBB said. The scammers are after the refund money. "If you refund the scammer, you’ll quickly realize that they never sent you any money in the first place," the BBB said. "You’ll be out a few hundred dollars and the scammer will disappear." The BBB offers these tips to avoid scams for online sellers: - Don't trust buyers who are willing to overpay, especially if there are multiple offers on a rare item. - Check email addresses. Does the email address look similar to the official one? Does the email look like its from a generic customer service address? Are there typos in the email address or in the body of the email? - Familiarize yourself with policies for Zelle, CashApp, Venmo or whichever service you use. Check the app's official website or contact their customer service if a buyer makes claims about the company's policies that don't sound right. - Report scams to Facebook Marketplace. To report the scam from within Marketplace, tap on the three dots below the seller's name and select "Report Seller."
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2022-06-30T19:04:09Z
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TROY, Ala., June 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Anyone looking to build their leadership skills will be able to do so for free beginning July 11 when Troy University's College of Education and the Institute for Civic and Global Leadership will once again collaborate to provide a free, online leadership course. The "Effective Leadership for a Fast-Changing World" course focuses on various aspects of leadership. It will explore personal development, leadership style, action, cultural diversity and events, all through the lens of effective leadership. The four-week course, July 11 through Aug. 8, is self-paced and will include videos, brief readings and connection opportunities through discussion forums. In the Leadership 101 course, students will learn how to lead themselves, engage with and work with people, and thrive in an uncertain and fast-changing world. The course will be taught by world-class faculty who are experts in shaping our leaders of today led by Dr. Clifford Humphrey, Director of the Institute for Civic and Global Leadership. "TROY is well known for developing leaders, and we are excited to offer such a high-level, quality introduction to leadership course for free this summer," said Dr. Clifford Humphrey. "Students will walk away with the tools they need to be successful leaders now and in the future. We hope they also consider continuing their leadership education after taking this course either on campus or online." Students participating in the course will follow the course outline listed below: - Week 1: Understanding Leadership - Week 2: Understanding Yourself - Week 3: Understanding Others - Week 4: Understanding How to Lead and Thrive Anyone can participate, including high school students, in this free leadership course. Students do not have to be enrolled in TROY to participate. In addition, all course materials are free and there are no textbooks required. Those taking the course can receive three college credit hours by taking a challenge exam at the end of the course. To register, visit www.troy.edu/freecourse. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Troy University
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2022-06-30T19:09:05Z
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For kids with sensory issues and developmental disabilities interacting in crowds and with others can be very difficult. One Chicago man is trying to help more kids and young adults get the therapy they need by building custom sensory rooms in schools and offices across the city in an effort to help users gain a sense of calm and focus needed to live happier lives. Daytime Chicago airs weekdays on WGN from 10 a.m. – 11 a.m.
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2022-06-30T19:09:35Z
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FRANKFORT, Ky. (AP) — Kentucky Secretary of State Michael Adams says more new voters were added to the state’s registration rolls than were removed in May. That marks the third straight month of voter registration gains. Adams says that from May 18 through May 31, 8,617 new voters registered. Another 4,420 were removed, mostly due to deaths. The rolls reopened for registration on May 18, a day after the state's primary election. Adams says he hopes the registration gains indicate voter interest in the November general election. The state’s U.S. Senate race will top the statewide ballot in November.
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2022-06-30T19:10:48Z
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Cabinet minister Therese Coffey says she would 'prefer that people didn't have abortions' but law won't change In a wide-ranging interview, the work and pensions secretary was asked for her views in the wake of America's Roe v Wade decision - and also revealed how as a Liverpool FC fan she was caught up in the "uncomfortable" crush at the Champions League final. Thursday 30 June 2022 19:58, UK Work and Pensions Secretary Therese Coffey has said she would "prefer that people didn't have abortions" - but added that the law in the UK was not going to change. Ms Coffey spoke to Sky News' Beth Rigby Interviews about her opinion on the issue after the US Supreme Court overturned the long-held Roe v Wade legal precedent that has for decades safeguarded access to terminations in America. Her remarks come as some MPs fear that campaigners who want to roll back abortion rights in the UK will be given renewed impetus by the US move. Politics Hub: PM offers ambiguous answer on the question of a snap general election In Britain, an amendment by Labour's Stella Creasy to the government's Bill of Rights will seek to establish women's access to abortion as a human right - but that has been rejected by Justice Secretary Dominic Raab. Ms Coffey backed that position, telling Sky News: "We don't need it because we already have legislation that provides access to abortion." She added: "Abortion law isn't going to change in this country." Her Conservative colleague Jacob Rees-Mogg - who like her is a Catholic - recently told Sky News that the number of abortions in the UK is one of the saddest aspects of British life. Asked on her own view, Ms Coffey said: "I think there are a number of things where people either give up hope or don't think they can cope with certain things. "Of course, I would prefer that people didn't have abortions but I am not going to condemn people that do." On her own religious beliefs, Ms Coffey said: "I don't know that I wear my religion on my sleeve but it is undoubtedly part of who I am. "There are issues that get decided in parliament - great ethical issues of the day - and so of course I'll participate in that." Her remarks come after Danny Kruger, another Tory MP, said in the wake of the Roe v Wade ruling that while others "think that women have an absolute right to bodily autonomy in this matter", he believed that "in the case of abortion that right is qualified by the fact that another body is involved". Follow the Daily podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Spreaker Ms Coffey spoke to Sky News political editor Rigby in a wide-ranging interview in which she also discussed how her background growing up in Liverpool in the 1980s - at a time when she said it was being "ruined" by a militant Labour council - drove her to become a Conservative. She also told how, as a fan of Liverpool FC, she had been caught up in the chaos of this year's Champions League final in Paris - when some fans were pepper-sprayed and tear-gassed as they tried to enter the stadium. Ms Coffey said: "I don't think it was very well handled. I wasn't pepper sprayed. I was part of the squash. It was like being in a mosh pit where you didn't want to be. It wasn't great. I wasn't frightened but it was uncomfortable." The work and pensions secretary also spoke about some of the challenges in her own job dealing with a labour market where vacancies stand at a record 1.3 million yet there are more than five million people classed as economically inactive - that is, not seeking work, sometimes for medical reasons. Ms Coffey acknowledged that the situation had been transformed by the pandemic. She said: "There's a number of people who went on furlough and seem to have saved a lot of money - haven't necessarily wanted to go back to the jobs they were doing before. "It may be that they found a job during furlough - another job which was more to their suiting. "But I think we have seen a greater thing of people wanting a different life-work balance." Meanwhile, with the government facing battles with public sector unions over pay, at a time when inflation is running at a four-decade high of more than 9% and set to head into double figures, Ms Coffey confirmed that within her own department pay settlements would be in the 2-3% range.
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2022-06-30T19:10:58Z
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IOWA CITY, Iowa — The Iowa Hawkeyes football team landed their big one. Five-star offensive lineman Kadyn Proctor from Southeast Polk committed to the team Thursday afternoon, bolstering an already strong 2023 recruiting class. "Been a long time coming, the wait is over," Proctor tweeted Thursday. "Hawkeye Nation you got my everything from the first day I get there. Let’s work 🙏🏾💕 I’m Home." Proctor is ESPN's sixth-ranked prospect nationally in the Class of 2023. 247Sports ranks him No. 10 and Rivals has him at No. 14. Alabama was Proctor's other finalist. He is set to join fellow SEP Ram standout Xavier Nwankpa, who committed to Iowa in December. "Been known for awhile," Nwankpa tweeted Thursday. Gavin Williams, a Hawkeye running back who originally played at Southeast Polk before transferring to Dowling Catholic, tweeted in response to the news," Yessir we got the whole fam" while tagging Nwankpa. This is a breaking news story and will be updated
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2022-06-30T19:11:51Z
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By HOWARD FENDRICH WIMBLEDON, England (AP) — Serena Williams began—and ended—her comeback at Wimbledon on June 28, after 364 days out of singles competition looking very much like someone who hadn’t competed in just that long. She missed shots, shook her head, rolled her eyes. In between, there were moments where Williams played very much like someone whose strokes and will have carried her to 23 Grand Slam titles. She hit blistering serves and strokes, celebrated with arms aloft. Returning to the site of her last singles match, which she had to stop after less than a set because of an injury on June 29, 2021, and seven of her major championships, the 40-year-old Williams came within two points of victory. But she could not finish the job against an opponent making her Wimbledon debut and bowed out with a 7-5, 1-6, 7-6 (10-7) loss to 115th-ranked Harmony Tan, a Paris, France native with Cambodian and Vietnamese parents. According to Tennis Majors, Tan trained privately at the Bollettieri Academy in Florida or at the home of Melanie Molitorova, the mother of five-time Grand Slam singles winner Martina Hingis, in Switzerland. Her parents helped to pay for her training by selling a house. Asked whether this might have been her last match, Williams replied: “That’s a question I can’t answer. I don’t know. … Who knows? Who knows where I’ll pop up?” With her older sister, Venus, jumping out of a guest box seat at Centre Court to celebrate the best points, Serena Williams was oh-so-close to pulling out a topsy-turvy match that lasted 3 hours, 11 minutes and was contested with the retractable roof shut for the last two sets. “For my first Wimbledon, it’s: Wow. Just wow,” said the 24-year-old Tan, who recalled watching Williams on TV as a youngster. “When I saw the draw, I was really scared,” Tan said with a laugh, “because it’s Serena Williams. She’s a legend. I was like, ‘Oh, my God, how can I play?’” This is one indication of how things were at the get-go: Of Tan’s first 11 points, only one came via a winner she produced. Others came via errors by Williams, either forced or unforced. While Williams—who wore two pieces of black tape on her right cheek; the reason was not immediately clear—recovered from dropping the opening two games to lead 4-2, she reversed course again and allowed Tan to quickly climb back into that set with her mix of spins and slices. When Tan pulled even at 4-all by striking a down-the-line backhand winner, she celebrated with a yell; that shot was so good that even Williams felt compelled to applaud. Tan came into the day with a 2-6 career record at all Grand Slam tournaments. Clearly enjoying herself—and the setting, the moment, the way it all was going—she broke to lead 6-5 with the help of a cross-court forehand winner, looked at her guest box, raised a fist and waved her arms to ask for more noise from a crowd that was loudly backing Williams. Soon enough, a forehand passing winner gave Tan that set. At that point, it seemed reasonable to ask: Could Tan pull off by far the biggest victory of her career? Might Williams exit a major in the first round for only the third time in 80 appearances (the previous were a loss at the 2012 French Open and that mid-match retirement at Wimbledon last year)? The latter is what happened, of course, although Williams certainly played spectacularly in the second set. She won a monumental game to lead 2-0, breaking after 30 points and 12 deuces across almost 20 minutes when Tan shanked a forehand into the chair umpire’s stand. In a blink, then, it was 5-0 and sure seemed as if Williams was on her way. In the third set, Williams was two points from advancing while serving for the match at 5-4 but couldn’t get closer. Williams has spent more than 300 weeks ranked No. 1 but currently is 1,204th on account off all of that time off and thus needed a wild-card invitation from the All England Club to enter the bracket. “If you’re playing week in, week out, or even every three weeks, every four weeks, there’s a little bit more match toughness,” she said. “But with that being said, I felt like I played pretty OK on some of ’em. Not all of ’em. Maybe some key ones I definitely could have played better. You’ve got to think if I were playing matches, I wouldn’t miss some of those points.” Still, Tan was a point from victory at 6-5, and Williams erased that with a forehand winner—beginning a seven-point run that not only sent the match to a tiebreaker but put her ahead 4-0 in it. Yet Tan would not go gently. She grabbed five points in a row for a 5-4 lead in the new final-set tiebreaker format adopted this year by all four tennis majors: first to 10 points, win by two. At crunch time, when Williams has excelled so often on so many big stages, she faltered. Tan came through.
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Wildlife authorities in Wyoming said a hiker was hospitalized after being mauled by a grizzly bear in what they said was a "surprise encounter." In a press release, the state's Game and Fish agency said the man, an experienced out-of-state recreationist, was hiking Francs Peak west of Meeteetse when he encountered the bear at close range. Officials said the encounter happened so suddenly that he could not deploy the bear spray he was carrying. Park County sheriff's officials said they located the 68-year-old Buffalo, New York, man after he activated a distress signal, the Associated Press reported. According to the news outlet, rescuers initially thought the signal had come from a crashed aircraft. Wildlife officials said the hiker was flown by helicopter to a Montana hospital, where he is receiving treatment. The man's identity has not been released. According to the news release, the agency doesn't plan to pursue the bear.
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Ketanji Brown Jackson was sworn in Thursday as the Supreme Court’s 116th justice and its first Black woman on the bench, a historic change for an institution that for the first time is no longer composed of a majority of White men. Jackson took the dual oaths of office at a simple ceremony in the court’s West Conference Room that was live-streamed. Chief Justice John G. Roberts Jr. administered the constitutional oath, and Justice Stephen G. Breyer, the man she replaced and for whom she served as a law clerk, led her through the judicial oath. Her husband, Patrick Jackson, held two Bibles on which she rested her hand. There will be a formal investiture ceremony in the fall, where the new justice and Roberts will take the traditional walk down the court’s front steps. Roberts said Jackson, who was confirmed by the Senate in April, was anxious to get to work “without any further delay,” and welcomed her to “our court and our common calling.” Her swearing-in allows her to assemble her chambers — she already has hired four law clerks — and take part in emergency petitions that come before the court this summer. She and the other justices also will review cases that might be added to the court’s docket for the term beginning in October. Jackson’s statement read: “With a full heart, I accept the solemn responsibility of supporting and defending the Constitution of the United States and administering justice without fear or favor, so help me God. I am truly grateful to be part of the promise of our great Nation. I extend my sincerest thanks to all of my new colleagues for their warm and gracious welcome. I am also especially grateful for the time and attention given to me by the Chief Justice and by Justice Breyer. Justice Breyer has been a personal friend and mentor of mine for the past two decades, in addition to being part of today’s official act. In the wake of his exemplary service, with the support of my family and friends, and ever mindful of the duty to promote the Rule of Law, I am well-positioned to serve the American people.” Breyer, whose retirement was made official Thursday, issued a statement as well, saying Jackson’s “hard work, integrity, and intelligence have earned her a place on this Court.” “I am glad for my fellow Justices,” he added. “They gain a colleague who is empathetic, thoughtful, and collegial. I am glad for America. Ketanji will interpret the law wisely and fairly, helping that law to work better for the American people, whom it serves.” All of the justices attended the ceremony on their last day of the term, according to the court’s public information office, except for Justice Neil M. Gorsuch. The office did not explain his absence. Retired justice Anthony M. Kennedy and his wife were present as well, along with the spouses of Breyer and Justice Brett M. Kavanaugh. Jackson, 51, was chosen for the court by President Biden after the 83-year-old Breyer this year announced his plans to step down. Though confirmed, she had been waiting for Breyer to finish out the final term of his four-decade judicial career. Her elevation from the U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit means that four women will simultaneously serve on the Supreme Court for the first time in its 233-year history, as close to gender parity as possible on the nine-person bench. A liberal justice replacing another liberal won’t change the court’s ideological direction, and law professors and political scientists are divided on whether gender significantly affects legal interpretation. But those who welcome the change say it is important for representational reasons, and they assert it could bolster the public’s view of the court’s legitimacy. On the new court, the oldest and longest-serving justice is Clarence Thomas, a 74-year-old Black man. Moreover, Jackson’s replacement of Breyer will culminate an almost complete turnover of the Supreme Court in less than a generation. With Jackson’s arrival, the court will be composed entirely of baby boomers and Gen Xers. In an interview with The Washington Post in May, Jackson acknowledged the pressure she would feel as a “first,” but said being an appointed judge is not the same as an elected politician. “Obviously, law and judging is different than politics,” Jackson said. “I don’t see myself as coming with deliverables, like I was appointed to reach a certain outcome or a result or anything like that. That’s not the way law works. But I do feel it’s important for me to continue doing what I do as a judge: Writing opinions that are clear, that people understand, that are consistent with the law and legal principles.”
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US STOCKS-S&P 500 wobbles to the end of its worst first-half since 1970 The Nasdaq was on its way to its worst-ever first-half performance, while the Dow appeared on track for its biggest January-June percentage drop since 1962. All three indexes were bound to post their second straight quarterly declines. Wall Street slid into the finish line of a dismal month and quarter on Thursday as a continued sell-off put a grim punctuation mark at the close of the S&P 500's worst first-half in more than half a century. All three major U.S. stock indexes were down but off session lows on the last day of the month and the second quarter, putting the S&P 500 on course for its steepest first-half percentage drop since 1970. The Nasdaq was on its way to its worst-ever first-half performance, while the Dow appeared on track for its biggest January-June percentage drop since 1962. All three indexes were bound to post their second straight quarterly declines. That last time that happened was in 2015 for the S&P and the Dow, and 2016 for the Nasdaq. The year began with spiking cases of COVID-19 due to the Omicron variant. Then came Russia's invasion of Ukraine, decades-high inflation and aggressive interest rate hikes from the Federal Reserve, which have stoked fears of a possible recession. "The reality is that we will very likely end up in a mild recession," said Oliver Pursche, senior vice president at Wealthspire Advisors, in New York. "From an investor’s perspective, it's important to remember that sell-offs happen well ahead of recession and markets have a history of rising during shallow recessions." Economic data released on Thursday did little to allay those fears. Disposable income inched lower, consumer spending decelerated, inflation remained hot and jobless claims inched higher. "We’ve started to see a slowdown in consumer spending," Pursche added. "And it seems that inflation is taking its toll on the average consumer and that translates to corporate earnings which is what ultimately drives the stock market." The graphic below shows year-on-year growth of core inflation indicators, all of which suggest that while a peak appears to have been reached in March, they all continue to soar well above the Fed's average annual 2% target: The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 107.49 points, or 0.35%, to 30,921.82, the S&P 500 lost 7.79 points, or 0.20%, to 3,811.04 and the Nasdaq Composite dropped 50.13 points, or 0.45%, to 11,127.76. Of the 11 major sector of the S&P 500, utilities were up the most, with energy suffering the largest percentage drop. Even so, energy is the sole sector to show a year-to-date gain, aided by crude prices spiking over supply concerns due to Russia-Ukraine conflict. The major stock indexes are on track to show monthly losses, with the S&P 500 set for its worst June since the Financial Crisis. Second-quarter reporting season begins in several weeks, and 130 of the companies in the S&P 500 have pre-announced. Of those, 45 have been positive and 77 have been negative, resulting in a negative/positive ratio of 1.7 stronger than the first quarter but weaker than a year ago, according to Refinitiv data. Worries over inflation dampening consumer demand and threatening profit margins will have market participants listening closely to forward guidance. Walgreens Boots Alliance Inc fell 5.6% as its quarterly profit plunged 76%, hurt by its opioid settlement with Florida and a decrease in U.S. pharmacy sales on waning demand for COVID-19 vaccinations. Declining issues outnumbered advancing ones on the NYSE by a 1.27-to-1 ratio; on Nasdaq, a 1.36-to-1 ratio favored decliners. The S&P 500 posted one new 52-week high and 42 new lows; the Nasdaq Composite recorded 14 new highs and 342 new lows. (This story has not been edited by Devdiscourse staff and is auto-generated from a syndicated feed.) ALSO READ Ukraine and Russia: What you need to know right now Sanctions on Russia already hitting remittance-dependent countries in Central Asia: IOM Top producer Russia thwarts move to redefine 'conflict diamonds Russia tried to talk Turkey out of Syria operation -TASS Russia, U.S. must discuss nuclear treaty extension - RIA quotes Kremlin
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Doctor who ran clinic for transgender children and 'failed' an 11-year-old transitioning from female to male by not fully explaining drugs could make them infertile is suspended for just two months - Helen Webberley was suspended for two months for gender treatment failures - She was said to not have provided follow-up care to two children on testosterone - She also failed an 11-year-old by not explaining effects of puberty blockers on fertility to the patient - Her husband Michael was struck off for putting patients at risk of serious harm - Michael diagnosed 'Patient W' as gender dysphoric without consulting their GP - 'Patient W' later killed themself after while transitioning from female to male A doctor who ran an online clinic for transgender patients has been suspended from practising for two months. Helen Webberley, founder of the GenderGP website, was found to have committed serious misconduct by a Medical Practitioners Tribunal Service (MPTS) panel. The tribunal, which started to hear evidence in July last year, found she had not provided proper follow-up care to two patients, aged 12 and 17, who were prescribed testosterone, and failed an 11-year-old patient by omitting to discuss risks to fertility before prescribing GnHRa, or puberty blockers. Helen Webberley, founder of the GenderGP website, was found to have committed serious misconduct by a Medical Practitioners Tribunal Service (MPTS) panel On Thursday the panel, chaired by Angus Macpherson, found Dr Webberley should be suspended for two months. He said: 'The period of suspension which the tribunal considers it should impose is that period which allows Dr Webberley the opportunity to demonstrate her level of insight into this aspect of the tribunal's finding of impairment. 'The tribunal has determined, therefore, to suspend Dr Webberley's registration for a period of two months. 'The tribunal considered that this period will allow Dr Webberley sufficient time to demonstrate whether she has the necessary insight into the concerns identified by this tribunal and that she has remediated her shortcomings. 'It is also the shortest practical period to make arrangements for a review hearing to take place.' On Thursday the panel, chaired by Angus Macpherson, found Dr Webberley should be suspended for two months Dr Webberley, from Abergavenny in Monmouthshire, Wales, was convicted in 2018 of running an independent medical agency without being registered Dr Webberley, from Abergavenny in Monmouthshire, Wales, was convicted in 2018 of running an independent medical agency without being registered. The tribunal found her fitness to practise was impaired by reason of her conviction, her misconduct and on wider public interest grounds. In its findings, the panel said the failure to provide adequate follow-up care put two patients, transitioning from female to male, at 'unwarranted risk of harm'. It said: 'In the tribunal's view an informed member of the public would be surprised if a finding of impairment on public interest grounds were not made in those circumstances. 'It therefore finds that Dr Webberley's fitness to practise is impaired on wider public interest grounds.' Earlier this year, the panel found more than 30 allegations brought by the General Medical Council (GMC) against the doctor were proved. However, the panel said the doctor was competent to provide treatment to transgender people and found 83 allegations not proved. Dr Webberley's husband, Dr Michael Webberley, who ran GenderGP with her, was struck off earlier this year after a tribunal found he failed to provide good clinical care to 24 patients and put patients at risk of serious harm. A 17-year-patient - known as Patient W - was transitioning from female to male and first contacted Dr Webberley in June 2018. Dr Michael Webberley, who spent 34 years working for the NHS, provided puberty blockers and cross-sex hormones via GenderGP, an online gender clinic which he ran with his GP wife Dr Helen Webberley (couple pictured together) Pictured: Jayden Lowe, a transgender teenager who took his own life in 2018 by stepping in front of a train after being prescribed hormone treatment by GenderGP A coroner ruled that Lowe had committed suicide months after receiving the treatment The patient had become unhappy at the long waiting lists for NHS treatment and said in an email that they wanted to transition as soon as possible as it would have a 'massively positive impact' on their mental health. 'I have been waiting to go on hormones so long now and it means so much to me,' they added. 'I am so happy it is finally happening.' But Dr Webberley diagnosed Patient W as gender dysphoric without checking information with their GP. The tribunal also found that he prescribed testosterone when it wasn't clinically indicated and without establishing whether the risks were lower than the risks to the patient's mental and physical health. Patient W had been diagnosed with Asperger's Syndrome and had 'complex' and long-standing mental health issues but it 'did not appear' that Dr Webberley was aware of them and he'd failed to obtain the patient's medical records, the tribunal concluded. Sadly, Patient W took their own life just three months later. Patient W is believed to be Jayden Lowe, who was prescribed the treatment by the GenderGP clinic and subsequently stepped in front of a train.
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Michael Douglas is stepping into the shoes of renowned inventor, politician and writer Benjamin Franklin. Apple TV+ shared a first look at the actor in the upcoming series Franklin June 30. In the photo, Douglas wears a long white wig and 18th century attire as he stands by a window, deep in thought. This is one of the first times Douglas has starred in a period piece, having previously played businessmen and other modern figures in moves like Basic Instinct, Fatal Attraction and A Perfect Murder. But executive producer Tony Krantz said his lack of experience in the genre doesn't show. "Michael's become the role, transforming his physicality, voice, cadence. And his humor is so much fun," Krantz told Entertainment Weekly. "I think people will see one of Michael Douglas' greatest performances ever in this project." The series will chronicle Franklin's efforts to garner the support of the French monarchy during the American Revolution. At the time, the inventor was 70 and had little experience in diplomacy. "By virtue of his fame, charisma, and ingenuity, Franklin outmaneuvered British spies, French informers, and hostile colleagues, all while engineering the Franco-American alliance of 1778 and the final peace with England of 1783," the Apple TV+ description reads. "The eight-year French mission stands as Franklin's most vital service to his country, without which America would not have won the Revolution." The series will also star Noah Jupe as Temple Franklin, Ludivine Sagnier as Madame Brillon, Thibault de Montalembert as Vergennes, Daniel Mays as Edward Bancroft, Assaad Bouab as Beacumarchais, Eddie Marsan as John Adams, Jeanne Balibar as Helvetius and Theodore Pellerin as Lafayette. What's more, history buffs will be delighted to learn the John Adams writer Kirk Ellis is helming the series, based on Stacy Schiff's novel A Great Improvisation: Franklin, France, and the Birth of America, with director Tim Van Patten. Apple TV+ hasn't announced a premiere date yet, but you can learn about more upcoming shows here.
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--First seed capital investment round led by Borderless Capital raises U$850K -- MIAMI, June 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Neomoon, the digital bank based on stablecoin which offers Latin Americans financial solutions to protect their money from devaluation and facilitate daily transactions, announced today that they have closed their first seed capital investment round led by Borderless Capital. This first round raised U$850k. "The latent economic recession has further served to highlight the need for Latin Americans to protect the value of their money, creating an ideal opportunity for the launch of Neomoon's offerings," said Fedor Saldivia, CEO and founder of Neomoon. "The impressive organic growth of the platform serves to reinforce our mission to offer a bank that will teach our clients how to best use and protect their money in an unstable economy." "We are very excited to join Neomoon and back their vision of democratizing the adoption of banking and improving the financial services in Latin America and emerging markets. Using Algorand blockchain based stablecoins (USDT & USDC) will accelerate this process and reduce the friction Latin Americans face with the new digital economy" said David Garcia, CEO and Managing Partner of Borderless Capital. Neomoon strategically entered the market in April of this year and has exceeded all expectations. Neomoon has attracted and kept an average of 570 new daily users and more than 50,000+ registered users to date, attributed to organic growth, word of mouth, and the community that has been built around Saldivia's IG following @elgordocircuito. The funds raised in this first round were led by Borderless Capital and also made possible with the support and investment of Big Brain Holdings, Algorand INC, Algorand Foundation, Meld Venture, Optio Capital, and Algorand Miami Accelerator. This first seed capital will be invested towards new user acquisition costs and growth strategy which will allow Neomoon to scale its solutions in the coming months. Neomoon.app is a 100% digital bank in US dollars, aimed at offering solutions to all Latin Americans who want to protect their money from devaluation, offering the possibility of making day to day transactions. The goal is to provide banking services for more than 200 million people (50% of the population) of adults living in Latin America who do not have a bank account. For more information contact: Andrea Ferro Sánchez +57 3116110564 afs@wek.io View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Neomoon App
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PHILADELPHIA, June 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Homestead Smart Health Plans is pleased to announce the appointment of John Powers as President of Homestead. Powers, a senior healthcare executive with over 25 years experience in disrupting the status quo and leading change in the cost management space, brings extensive knowledge of the marketplace to Homestead's executive team. He has a proven track record of helping companies grow and provide best in class solutions to their customers. His previous roles included EVP and principal of Advanced Medical Pricing Solutions (AMPS) and Vice President of HealthComp Holdings, the largest independent TPA in the US. Powers brings vast experience in cost containment solutions as well as the self-funded payer community. "We're thrilled to welcome John and his tenacity to our team. We look forward to incorporating his vision and experience into our overall mission of empowering employers to be engaged healthcare consumers who provide and sustain excellent health benefits to their workforces. I look forward to the dynamic impact John will have in his role as President, both for our organization as well as those we serve." – Bill Green, CEO, Homestead Smart Health Plans "I could not be more excited to join Homestead's already successful team," Powers said. "Their integrated solution is unique in the marketplace as a one stop shop for self-funded health plans. Since Homestead owns the product from A to Z, they've been able to bring both incredible savings and a great customer experience." "Looking back at my career, I've been extremely fortunate to learn from some of the best leaders in our space. I could not be more confident that I can use my experience to help take Homestead Smart Health Plans to the next level." About Homestead Smart Health Plans At Homestead, our mission is to create transparent and sustainable health plans and put the power back in the hands of the employer. Homestead Smart Health Plans was formed by health insurance industry insiders from some of the biggest names in the business to solve the core problem of rising costs and decreasing coverage. Our plans are built on a proprietary reference-based repricing system and include stop-loss insurance protection against catastrophic losses as well as third-party administration. For more information, visit www.homesteadplans.com. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Homestead Smart Health Plans
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Sonny Barger, the bigger-than-life godfather of the Hells Angels Motorcycle Club, equal parts brawler, bully, braggart, rule breaker and shrewd huckster of his own outlaw mystique, died Wednesday at his home in California. He was 83. A statement on his official Facebook page read: "If you are reading this message, you'll know that I'm gone. I've asked that this note be posted immediately after my passing." His former lawyer, Fritz Clapp, confirmed the death and said the cause was liver cancer. “I’ve lived a long and good life filled with adventure,” Mr. Barger said in the post. “And I’ve had the privilege to be part of an amazing club.” Advertisement For decades, the stocky, muscular Mr. Barger stood not only as the founder of the original Oakland, Calif., Angels chapter in 1957, but for decades after that also as the public face of a nationwide counterculture tribe of bearded, denim-clad road warriors memorialized in literature and film — roaring down the open highway and through crossroads towns, shocking the locals with their boisterous, often menacing presence. It was a rowdy, frequently lawless brotherhood bound, in no particular order, by machismo, tattoos, winged death-head insignia, booze, dope, rides to nowhere on thundering Harley-Davidson hogs, and a lust for the unfettered freedom found on the open road. "Discover your limits by exceeding them," Mr. Barger urged. Woven into the Hells Angels history was a tradition of crime and violence - much of it involving Mr. Barger, a fact he boastfully acknowledged. He once referred to himself as belonging to a band of "card-carrying felons." He was convicted in 1988 of conspiracy to kill members of a rival club in Kentucky and blow up their headquarters, serving five years in federal prison. A confessed cocaine addict who supported his habit by selling heroin in the 1960s and 1970s, he served stints totaling eight years for assorted drug and firearms charges. Advertisement The Hells Angels — as a corporate entity with chapters from California to New York — faced incessant federal investigations on criminal enterprise and racketeering offenses. In 2013, authorities obtained convictions against 16 members and hangers-on in South Carolina for a conspiracy involving drug distribution, gun-running, money-laundering, and arson. In 1979, Mr. Barger and other leaders beat a similar conspiracy rap in which they were accused of running a mammoth methamphetamine ("biker's coffee") operation out of Oakland. Most infamous in Hells Angles lore was their role in the chaotic 1969 Rolling Stones concert at Altamont, Calif., where a pistol-wielding 18-year-old concertgoer, Meredith Hunter, was stabbed to death by a Hells Angel - all captured on film in the 1970 documentary "Gimme Shelter." The Angels, hired to provide security, were fighting off fans rushing the stage, according to Mr. Barger, who was present. The drug-fueled crowd pressed against the Angels' security line, damaging some of their bikes, and Angels waded into the crowd swinging fists and cue sticks. In his autobiography "Hell's Angel - The Life and Times of Sonny Barger and the Hell's Angels Motorcycle Club," Mr. Barger accused Stones guitarist Keith Richards of delaying the band's performance to work up the crowd. He claimed that he pressed a pistol to Richards's ribs and ordered him to start playing immediately. Richards complied, but the crowd, including Hunter, kept swarming toward the stage, according to Mr. Barger. Hunter fired a single shot, winging a Hells Angel, Mr. Barger said. Other Angels quickly subdued Hunter, punching and kicking him. One Angel was charged with fatally stabbing him but was acquitted after claiming self-defense. Advertisement Over the years, Mr. Barger served as a technical consultant for biker movies and appeared in several, including "Hells Angels on Wheels" (1967), a low-budget exploitation film featuring Jack Nicholson. For the real-life Hells Angels Motorcycle Club, he drew inspiration from an earlier movie - the 1953 classic "The Wild One," with Marlon Brando playing a strangely sensitive gang leader. Mr. Barger preferred Lee Marvin's more aggressive performance as a biker. Mr. Barger’s rough and anarchic manner belied a disciplined entrepreneurial streak. He promoted his renegade brand, carefully marketing Hells Angels-themed T-shirts, yo-yos, sunglasses, and California wines. He registered trademarks on club logos and designs and retained an intellectual property rights lawyer to sue poachers, a frequent occurrence. To give the Angels a little gloss, he initiated periodic charity drives for children's toys and clothes. “He’s smart and he’s crafty, and he has a kind of wild animal cunning,” author Hunter S. Thompson told The Washington Post in 2000. Thompson spent a year with the Angels researching his seminal book “Hell’s Angels: A Strange and Terrible Saga” (1966). Ralph Hubert Barger Jr. was born in Modesto, Calif., on Oct. 8, 1938. His mother ran off with a Trailways bus driver when Sonny was 4 months old. His father, a day laborer loading ships and trucks at the Oakland docks, spent his nights and much of his money at waterfront bars, often bringing Sonny with him. Advertisement There, according to his autobiography, Sonny filched pretzels and hard-boiled eggs, and learned his first cuss words from an obscenity-squawking parrot. His father married a second time. Like the first wife, she ran off, taking everything including the family radio and encyclopedia, according to Mr. Barger. He hated school and was repeatedly suspended for mouthing off and occasionally hitting his teacher. "I never liked being told what to do," he said. For a time, he came under the care of his paternal grandmother, a strict Pentecostalist. In quick order, he rejected what he called the “tongue-yammering Holy Rollers,” smoked his first marijuana cigarette at 14, dropped out of high school at 16, and joined the Army with a forged birth certificate. Fourteen months later, military authorities discovered the subterfuge and ousted him. Back home, he drifted from job to job - janitor, pipe threader, potato chip assembly-line worker. "I couldn't get a grip on this nine-to-five working stuff," he wrote. He joined his first biker group, the Oakland Panthers, in 1956 and formed the Hells Angels Motorcycle Club in Oakland the next year. "I needed a close-knit club of men who could jump on their bikes, ride cross-country if they wanted to, and not abide by rules or clocks," he said. Over the next several decades, he helped grow the club into a financially sustainable network with thousands of members in the United States, Canada, Europe, and elsewhere. Despite its many run-ins with the law, the organization was fundamentally successful - an all-male, virtually all-white, dues-paying fraternal order with a brisk retail trade in club paraphernalia. Advertisement Mr. Barger published two novels, "Dead in 5 Heartbeats" (2003) and "6 Chambers, 1 Bullet" (2006), detailing murder and mayhem in the biker world. His epithet-strewn autobiography was a New York Times bestseller, and two other books, "Freedom: Credos From the Road" (2005) and "Ridin' High, Livin' Free" (2002), received positive reviews. Some were co-written with writers Keith and Kent Zimmerman. He co-authored a sixth book, "Let's Ride: Sonny Barger's Guide to Motorcycling" (2010), with writer Darwin Holmstrom. In 1982, he was diagnosed with throat cancer - he had smoked three packs of Camels a day for 30 years - and had his vocal cords removed. He learned to speak through a surgically inserted hole in his throat. Mr. Barger’s first wife, Elsie George, died in 1967 during a self-induced abortion. His marriages to Sharon Gruhlke and Beth Noel Black ended in divorce. He married his fourth wife, Zorana Katzakian, in 2005. In addition to his wife, he leaves a sister, according to Clapp. In 1998, he moved from Oakland to suburban Phoenix, dropping his official duties in the Hells Angels but remaining a rank-and-file member. He ran a motorcycle repair shop and mellowed in suburban life, doing yoga and continuing to lift weights, a pastime he acquired in prison. He kept riding the open road, thousands of miles a year, eventually professing a preference for high-powered Hondas and BMWs to the Angels' traditional Harley choppers. What did his nonconformist life teach him? “To become a real man,” he counseled in his autobiography, “you need to join the army first and then do some time in jail.”
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This is the second 'Top Business' listing Lokker has been named to this year. PASSAIC, N.J., June 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Stephanie Lokker, CEO of Lockerbie and Co., a strategy and management consulting firm composed of former Big Four and Big Three (MBB) advisory leaders who provide transformational advising and solutions inclusive of people, processes, data and technology, was named to ROI-NJ's Influencers: Diversity & Inclusion 2022 list for her leadership in building Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) programs. "I would like to thank the editorial board at ROI-NJ for this distinguished recognition," said Stephanie Lokker, CEO of Lockerbie and Co. "At Lockerbie, we're all about ensuring sustainability of our solutions. We have unparalleled global expertise in end-to-end procurement which gives us an advantage in understanding how to build the right supplier diversity program for your business to attract the right diverse suppliers that will help fulfill your needs and decrease your bottom line." In the same issue, ROI-NJ published Lokker's latest op-ed: Stephanie Lokker: Supplier diversity — Key is in implementation, integration. Lockerbie's team specializes in developing strategy then driving implementation. They are a proven powerhouse for corporations interested in delivering successful supplier diversity, procurement, change management, PMO/project management, and post-merger integration services. Lokker is the CEO and founder of Lockerbie and Co. She earned a Master of Science in Supply Chain Management from Rutgers University in Newark, NJ, and a Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology from Montclair State University in Montclair, NJ, and is a Lean Six Sigma Green Belt. She champions bringing greater diversity and upward mobility for professionals who identify as disABLEd, women, and people from disadvantaged communities in Corporate America. She serves on the Board of Directors for the New Jersey Pride Chamber of Commerce. In 2022, she was named to ROI-NJ's Influencers Lists: Top Businesswoman, and Diversity & Inclusion. Lockerbie is entering its fourth year in business since it opened its doors in 2019, after its Managing Partner left positions at a Big 4 and Big 3 management consultancy firms to better equip organizations to fulfill their missions and advocate for good. Their clients are Fortune 1000 and Private Equity clients. They are headquartered in a HUBZone and have fifteen federal and state supplier diversity-owned certifications. For more information visit us online: www.letsgetstrategic.com Press Inquiries: Andrea M. Garcia COMMS/NATION LLC., Andrea@commsnation.com View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Lockerbie & Co.
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--First seed capital investment round led by Borderless Capital raises U$850K -- MIAMI, June 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Neomoon, the digital bank based on stablecoin which offers Latin Americans financial solutions to protect their money from devaluation and facilitate daily transactions, announced today that they have closed their first seed capital investment round led by Borderless Capital. This first round raised U$850k. "The latent economic recession has further served to highlight the need for Latin Americans to protect the value of their money, creating an ideal opportunity for the launch of Neomoon's offerings," said Fedor Saldivia, CEO and founder of Neomoon. "The impressive organic growth of the platform serves to reinforce our mission to offer a bank that will teach our clients how to best use and protect their money in an unstable economy." "We are very excited to join Neomoon and back their vision of democratizing the adoption of banking and improving the financial services in Latin America and emerging markets. Using Algorand blockchain based stablecoins (USDT & USDC) will accelerate this process and reduce the friction Latin Americans face with the new digital economy" said David Garcia, CEO and Managing Partner of Borderless Capital. Neomoon strategically entered the market in April of this year and has exceeded all expectations. Neomoon has attracted and kept an average of 570 new daily users and more than 50,000+ registered users to date, attributed to organic growth, word of mouth, and the community that has been built around Saldivia's IG following @elgordocircuito. The funds raised in this first round were led by Borderless Capital and also made possible with the support and investment of Big Brain Holdings, Algorand INC, Algorand Foundation, Meld Venture, Optio Capital, and Algorand Miami Accelerator. This first seed capital will be invested towards new user acquisition costs and growth strategy which will allow Neomoon to scale its solutions in the coming months. Neomoon.app is a 100% digital bank in US dollars, aimed at offering solutions to all Latin Americans who want to protect their money from devaluation, offering the possibility of making day to day transactions. The goal is to provide banking services for more than 200 million people (50% of the population) of adults living in Latin America who do not have a bank account. For more information contact: Andrea Ferro Sánchez +57 3116110564 afs@wek.io View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Neomoon App
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Asurion® Repair Experts Provide Fast Fixes on Phones, Tablets, Laptops, and More WESLEY CHAPEL, Fla., June 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- A new electronics repair shop, Asurion Tech Repair & Solutions™, has opened in Wesley Chapel at 6431 E. County Line Road. The store offers professional fixes for most consumer electronics, from smartphones, tablets, and computers to game consoles, smart speakers, drones, and more. While common repairs include cracked screens, battery issues, and water damage, the company's repair experts have fixed millions of devices and can help with most any tech mishap, and many basic repairs can be completed in 45 minutes or less. The store is locally owned by Anton Hoang who also owns a location in Brooksville. "Tech repair services can be frustrating and extremely inconvenient for customers, so we're aiming to make a difference in the industry with fast fixes at Asurion Tech Repair & Solutions," said Hoang. "We look forward to offering efficient and trustworthy service to this community and hope to become their go-to when electronics break." The store's expert repair technicians fix all kinds of technology, regardless of make or model, and the store is an authorized repair provider for Samsung Galaxy and Google Pixel smartphones. Customers can book a repair appointment online or stop by the store for walk-in service. The store offers free, no-obligation diagnostics on all gadgets, as well as a 1-year limited warranty on all repairs. It even offers a price match guarantee on any local competitor's regularly published price for the same repair. The new Asurion Tech Repair & Solutions store brings the company's retail footprint to more than 800 locations across the U.S. Formerly known as uBreakiFix®, all U.S. locations will rebrand as Asurion Tech Repair & Solutions throughout 2022. "We are excited to serve people in Wesley Chapel with fast and affordable tech repair," said Dave Barbuto, CEO of Asurion Tech Repair & Solutions. "We all rely on our phones and laptops more than ever before, and our mission is bigger than repairing shattered screens and broken charge ports. We fix tech because people depend on it to stay connected to things that are important to them. I look forward to serving this community through our new location." The new store is located at: Asurion Tech Repair & Solutions 6431 E County Line Rd #107, Tampa, FL 33647 (813) 501-4721 Asurion Tech Repair & Solutions™, formerly known as uBreakiFix®, is the retail brand operated and franchised by a subsidiary of tech care company Asurion®. As the world's leading tech care company, Asurion eliminates the fears and frustrations associated with technology to ensure its 300 million customers get the most out of their devices, appliances, and connections. Asurion Tech Repair & Solutions stores specialize in the repair of consumer technology, including smartphones, game consoles, tablets, computers, and nearly everything in between. Asurion Tech Repair and Solutions repair experts fix cracked screens, software issues, camera issues, and most other tech mishaps at more than 700 stores across the U.S. The stores provide fast, affordable fixes for nearly any device type, regardless of make or model, including authorized repairs for Google Pixel and Samsung Galaxy smartphones. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Asurion Tech Repair & Solutions
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UNITED NATIONS (AP) — Iran said Thursday it is ready for new indirect talks with the United States to overcome the last hurdles to revive its tattered 2015 nuclear deal with major powers amid a growing crisis over the country's atomic program. Iran’s U.N. Ambassador Majid Takht Ravanchi told the U.N. Security Council that the Iranian “negotiating team is ready to engage constructively again to conclude and reach agreement.” “The ball is in U.S.’ court, and if the U.S. acts realistically and shows its serious intention to implement its obligations, the agreement is not out of reach,” he added. Ravanchi’s remarks came a day after indirect negotiations between Iran and the U.S. ended in Qatar after failing to make significant progress. Yet Ravanchi described the Qatar talks as “serious and positive.” He said Iran will contact the European Union coordinators “for the next stage of talks.” During intensive consultations with EU's foreign policy chief Josep Borrell in Tehran last week “Iran once again emphasized its willingness to provide creative solutions to the remaining issues in the hope of ending the deadlock,” Ravanchi said. He spoke at a Security Council meeting on the U.N. resolution that endorsed the 2015 nuclear deal and its five permanent members — the U.S., Russia, China, Britain and France — and Germany. In 2018, then-President Donald Trump pulled America out of the agreement, known as the JCPOA, raising tensions across the wider Middle East and sparking a series of attacks and incidents. President Joe Biden's administration has been working to renew the agreement, which placed curbs on Iran’s nuclear program in exchange for billions of dollars in sanctions relief, which Iran insists it has never received. The State Department said after this week’s talks in Doha that Iran “raised issues wholly unrelated to the JCPOA and apparently is not ready to make a fundamental decision on whether it wants to revive the deal or bury it.” Before Ravanchi spoke, U.S. deputy ambassador Richard Mills told the council that the United States “remains committed to a mutual return to full implementation" of the JCPOA. Mills said the U.S. has been prepared for months to conclude a deal based on understandings negotiated in Vienna in March, “but we can only conclude a deal, and implement it, if Iran drops its additional demands that are outside the scope of the JCPOA.” The Vienna talks have been on “pause” since March. And since the deal’s collapse, Iran has been running advanced centrifuges and rapidly growing stockpiles of enriched uranium to 60% purity, a short, technical step away from weapons-grade levels. However, Tehran continues to suffer under intense economic sanctions while the West hopes to again curtail its nuclear program.
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USC, UCLA departing Pac-12 for Big Ten: reports LOS ANGELES - In a major shakeup for college sports, it appears the Pac-12 will once again become the Pac-10 after the departure of two major California schools. The San Jose Mercury News was the first to report the news. According to Jon Wilner, UCLA and the University of Southern California will leave the Pac-12 and will join the Big Ten Conference as early as 2024. Other schools in the conference include Ohio State, Michigan, Wisconsin, Northwestern, and Michigan State. The two elite California schools have produced numerous athletes who became legends in college sports, and many who went on to find success in the world of professional sports. Legendary Laker Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Clipper Norman Powell, Kevin Love, Bill Walton, Russell Westbrook, and Jamaal Wilkes are just some of the men who attended UCLA and went on to the NBA. The powerhouse USC football program boasts 11 national championships, as the Trojans look to return to the national stage after hiring head coach Lincoln Riley. The deal has yet to be finalized. FOX 11 has reached out to the Pac-12 for comment.
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LAS VEGAS, June 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Remark Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: MARK), a diversified global technology company with leading artificial intelligence ("AI") solutions and digital media properties, today announced the adjournment of its annual shareholder meeting until Tuesday, July 5, 2022 at 1:00 p.m. ET, to provide additional time to solicit votes to reach a quorum and conduct business. Remark Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: MARK) delivers an integrated suite of AI solutions that enable businesses and organizations to solve problems, reduce risk and deliver positive outcomes. The company's easy-to-install AI products are being rolled out in a wide range of applications within the retail, public safety and workplace arenas. The company also owns and operates an e-commerce digital media property focused on a luxury beach lifestyle. The company's corporate headquarters and U.S. operations are based in Las Vegas, Nevada, and it also maintains operations in London, England and Shanghai, China. The operations of the variable interest entities that the company consolidates are headquartered in Chengdu, China with additional operations in Hangzhou. For more information, please visit the company's website at www.remarkholdings.com. This press release may contain forward-looking statements, including information relating to future events, future financial performance, strategies, expectations, competitive environment and regulation. Words such as "may," "should," "could," "would," "predicts," "potential," "continue," "expects," "anticipates," "future," "intends," "plans," "believes," "estimates," and similar expressions, as well as statements in future tense, identify forward-looking statements. These statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors, including those discussed in Part I, Item 1A. Risk Factors in Remark Holdings' Annual Report on Form 10-K and Remark Holdings' other filings with the SEC. Any forward-looking statements reflect Remark Holdings' current views with respect to future events, are based on assumptions and are subject to risks and uncertainties. Given such uncertainties, you should not place undue reliance on any forward-looking statements, which represent Remark Holdings' estimates and assumptions only as of the date hereof. Except as required by law, Remark Holdings undertakes no obligation to update or revise publicly any forward-looking statements after the date hereof, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. Company Contacts Fay Tian Vice President of Investor Relations F.Tian@remarkholdings.com (+1) 626-623-2000 (+86) 13702108000 View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Remark Holdings, Inc.
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Ex-Con from Prison Where Maxwell Is Headed Reveals Utter Horror That Awaits Her Behind Bars Gone are the days when Ghislaine Maxwell lived the life of luxury as a British socialite or as Jeffrey Epstein’s partner in trafficking underage girls. Instead, a grim road of prisons lies ahead where she may learn how it feels to be a target, according to the New York Post. Maxwell was sentenced on Tuesday to serve 20 years in federal prison for her conviction on five counts of trafficking in underage girls. A lawyer for Maxwell has said she will appeal her conviction, according to The New York Times. But for now, she will head to the Federal Corrections Institute Danbury where “[s]he will have a rough six to eight months,” said Jacqueline Polverari, who spent time there for mortgage fraud, according to the Post. “I’ve already gotten emails from women who wrote to say that they ‘hear Maxwell will be coming this way.’ They’re preparing for her arrival, already requesting that they don’t want her in their dorms. And the camp counselor won’t put Maxwell where she is not wanted, for fear that she may get hurt,” she said. “Danbury will not be a picnic for Maxwell.” “Women are worse than men about [prisoners convicted of] sex crimes,” Polverari said, recalling her time at Danbury in 2015. “You have mothers there. They see a white woman charged with a sex crime, and they think any one of their children could have been her victim. She would get a lot of flak. She would get the s*** beaten out of her a bunch of times,” she said. Instead of living in an Epstein-owned mansion, Maxwell will share in an 8-by-8 foot cubicle in the roughly 1,000-person prison. “There are 30 cubicles in each dorm,” Polverari said. “The dorms do not have locks or bars … You are never in handcuffs.” Breakfast might not be that to which Maxwell accustomed herself. “Sometimes there were maggots in the oatmeal,” Polverari recounted. Food in general is likely to be an issue for Maxwell, a vegan who posted more than 100 complaints about the facility in which she was held awaiting trial. “There is no vegan or vegetarian menu. She will have to eat like everybody else,” Polverari said. However Ian Maxwell, her brother, said anything will be better than the Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn where his sister has been held. “Frankly, getting … out of the hell hole of MDC must be an absolute priority,” he said. Maxwell will try to serve time in Britain, he said. Danbury will be a pit stop for Maxwell. “They will do a custody and security classification on her,” said Larry Levine, founder and director of Pink Lady Prison Consultants, a company that provides pre-custody consultation. “She will be classified and custody-scored. It is based on elements that include severity of offense, how much of a threat she is to the public, the length of her sentence and her criminal history. Those are the … main things.” Levine said West Virginia’s FCI Hazelton, a medium-security prison, might be a likely destination. “There, she would be locked up in a cell,” Levine said. “She does not have a popular crime,” Levine said. “People will try to take her out. They will try to beat the crap out of her.” He said officials “will want to put her in protective custody at Hazelton. If somebody from the outside pays off somebody who has a relative in prison, maybe somebody already serving a life sentence, they could put a sheet over her head, sharpen a toothbrush and stab this b****. Can you imagine the uproar if she gets killed?” Truth and Accuracy We are committed to truth and accuracy in all of our journalism. Read our editorial standards.
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Xiphera's first financing round successfully completed June 30, 2022 -- Xiphera's first financing round was led by anchor investor Gorilla Capital, which was joined by two other institutional investors — Korpun Seed Ltd from SijoittajaPRO Corporate Finance and Ääkköset Oy — as the three main investors. Additional individual investors also joined the late seed financing round totalling 480k€. Xiphera is a bootstrapped company and it has focused on organic and profitable growth during its entire history. However, there are times in a company's journey when external investment enables strategic and proactive activities, and with the successfully completed financing round Xiphera will be able to speed up its transition from a startup company into a scaleup company. Late seed financing rounds are typically targeted for companies which have demonstrated customer traction and plan to continue and accelerate their growth. Xiphera being a five-year-old, cash-flow positive company with full ownership by its Co-Founders until 2022 is an ideal target for late seed financing, and the external investment will be used to generate business growth and further international expansion. “The external investors will also bring their considerable expertise and business acumen to our company”, says Xiphera's CEO and Co-Founder Matti Tommiska, “The successfully completed financing round combined with Xiphera's recently announced admission into Business Finland's Young Innovative Companies (NIY) Program admission into Business Finland's Young Innovative Companies (NIY) Program will give us the tools to accelerate our international growth. I am absolutely confident that we will be the leading provider of secure and high performance cryptographic Intellectual Property cores for FPGAs and ASICs.” Xiphera's main investors Scaleup companies benefit greatly from the right network and supporting connections for their business to grow and succeed. Xiphera’s three main investors, Gorilla Capital, Korpun Seed Ltd, and Ääkköset Oy, will support Xiphera’s expansion and business development in multiple ways. The following quotes summarise the driving motives of Xiphera's main investors, with the common themes being a passionate team, solving real-world customer problems both today and in the future, and demonstrated traction. “Despite being founded by PhDs and developing something fairly complex and deep tech, Xiphera is not a science project. It addresses a genuine business problem — which is only boosted during these turbulent times — and the founders demonstrate a healthy commercial attitude. We like founders who have a passion for the customer problem and felt strong alignment with Xiphera. We’re excited to be part of the next leg of Xiphera’s journey” — Risto Rautakorpi, Gorilla Capital. “Cybersecurity is a big megatrend and we are proud to solve these problems together with Xiphera. Xiphera has a unique team with deep knowledge in the hardware-based security solutions. We love companies that have the ability to grow profitably without external funding in the first years of the company’s journey. One of the big rules of investing is “Don’t invest in something you don’t understand”. We proudly announce that we have no deep understanding about cybersecurity, but we trust the team of Xiphera and that is why we invest” — Matias Itkonen, SijoittajaPRO Corporate Finance / Korpun Seed Ltd. “Nobody can ignore data protection and privacy. All businesses need to safe-guard intellectual property and proprietary data, such as their AI models and customer secrets. Cryptography is a key component in this and it has to be blazing fast, local and trustworthy. By investing in Xiphera we are investing in the trends of privacy protection, Zero Trust, edge computing and safe ML/AI. Above all, we are investing in a great team that can handle even the post-quantum concerns on a global scale.” — Ääkköset Oy. Company introductions Xiphera Xiphera Ltd. is a Finnish company designing hardware-based security solutions using proven cryptographic algorithms. We have strong cryptographic expertise, extensive experience in system design, and deep knowledge on digital logic, enabling our customers to protect their critical information and assets. Gorilla Capital Gorilla Capital is a Nordic VC fund based in Finland investing in early-stage companies that apply technology to solve real business problems of today. Our focus is on camels rather than unicorns – we don’t bet on catching the black swan outlier, instead our model is built on statistical probabilities based on real life evidence. Our purpose is to enable each of our portfolio companies to reach their maximal potential – be it a billion-euro IPO or an early stage trade sale acquisition. We look for talented, hard-working, and passionate teams applying technology to solve tangible business problems evident today. We like to see the customer, rather than the product or technology, as the driving force of the actions of the entrepreneur. Post-investment, we provide our companies with guidance on key strategic topics, best practices from our portfolio as well as advise them in understanding what is required to achieve an exit. We want to be kept up-to-date with the companies’ businesses regularly but we don’t mandate on having a seat on their board. We’re an active investor with 20-25 new investments annually. Korpun Seed Ltd from SijoittajaPRO Corporate Finance SijoittajaPRO Corporate Finance is a consortium of Finnish entrepreneurs, family businesses, and professional investors, investing in Finnish growth companies. We have invested over €72 million into 90 different companies during the past 6 years. The early stage seed investment company Korpun Seed Ltd, started in 2022 by SijoittajaPRO Corporate Finance, co-invests in early-stage Finnish growth companies, with Xiphera being our fourth investment. Ääkköset Oy Ääkköset Oy We invest in inspiring innovations driven by true entrepreneurs. Let's accelerate the productization to make a global impact. Xiphera Ltd. 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Duke arrives in Edinburgh while Boris addresses Nato: Thursday’s News in Pictures By Jamie Ross June 30 2022, 4.15pm Updated: June 30 2022, 4.17pm Prime Minister Boris Johnson holds a news conference at the end of the Nato summit in Madrid, Spain. Picture via PA. [[title]] [[text]] An error occurred. Please try again. [[success]] Email address Sign up From the prime minister’s Nato address to continued coverage of Wimbledon, our picture editors bring you the best images from the news today. Regimental pallbearers fold the flag of an unidentified British World War I soldier during a burial ceremony with full military honors at the Irish Farm Commonwealth War Graves Cemetery in Ypres, Belgium. Picture via AP. In this photo released by Xinhua News Agency, Chinese President Xi Jinping, center and his wife Peng Liyuan, center left, wave to welcoming crowd as they arrive to a train station in Hong Kong. Picture via AP. The Prince of Wales, known as the Duke of Rothesay while in Scotland, arrives for the Order of the Thistle Service for the installation of The Right Honourable Dame Elish Angiolini and The Right Honourable Sir George Reid, at St Giles’ Cathedral, Edinburgh. Picture via PA. This photograph provided by India’s National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) shows NDRF personnel and others trying to rescue those buried under the debris after a mudslide in Noney, northeastern Manipur state. Picture via AP. Journalist are seen inside a vast thermal tank to store hot water in Berlin, Germany. Power provider Vattenfall unveiled a new facility in Berlin on Thursday that turns solar and wind energy into heat, which can be stored in a vast thermal tank and released into the German capital’s grid as needed, smoothing out the fluctuating supply problem of renewables. Picture via AP. President Joe Biden speaks during a news conference on the final day of the NATO summit in Madrid. Picture via AP. An American rowing crew complete their warm up session and come ashore during the 2022 Henley Royal Regatta alongside the River Thames, in Henley-on-Thames, Oxfordshire. Picture via PA. Ireland’s Shane Lowry on the 8th tee box during day one of the Horizon Irish Open 2022 at Mount Juliet Estate, Thomastown, Co Kilkenny. Picture via PA. Great Britain’s Katie Boulter in action during her second round match against Karolina Pliskova during day four of the 2022 Wimbledon Championships at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, Wimbledon. Picture via PA. Already a subscriber? Sign in [[title]] [[text]] Close More from The Courier Nato steps up plans to counter Russia’s ‘significant and direct threat’ Nadal lands at Wimbledon while Boris jets off: Tuesday’s News in Pictures Queen in Edinburgh and Wimbledon gets under way: Monday’s News in Pictures The final day at Glastonbury: Sunday’s news in pictures
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WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court declined on Thursday to take up a case involving a COVID-19 vaccine requirement for health care workers in New York that does not offer an exemption for religious reasons. The court’s action follows a decision in December in which the justices declined an emergency request to halt the requirement. At the time, doctors, nurses and other medical workers who said they were being forced to choose between their jobs and religious beliefs. Three conservative justices — Neil Gorsuch, Clarence Thomas and Samuel Alito — dissented earlier and did so again Thursday. New York is one of three states, along with Maine and Rhode Island, that do not accommodate health care workers who object to the vaccine on religious grounds. The court had previously turned away health care workers in Maine, who filed a similar challenge, with the same three justices in dissent.
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‘Dear Tooth Fairy’: Pilot goes extra mile for young passenger who lost tooth on flight GREENVILLE, S.C. (WHNS/Gray News) - A commercial airline pilot helped a tiny passenger whose tooth went missing on a recent flight back to the United States. Lena and her family were traveling home from Norway to Lexington, South Carolina, when she fell asleep on her last flight to Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport. When she woke up, she was missing a tooth, lost somewhere on the airplane. “It’s not uncommon to hear about items lost at the airport, but a lost tooth is a new one for us,” an airport official said. Lena’s mom Lauren said they tried going back to the plane to look for the tooth but, with it being 2 a.m., security was closed. The flight crew noticed an upset Lena trying to go back through security and wanted to help her out, according to WHNS. Very concerned that the tooth fairy would not show up, United Airlines Captain Josh wrote a special note on behalf of Lena. It read: “Dear Tooth Fairy, Lena had a tooth fall out on her flight to Greenville, please take this note in place of her tooth. Captain Josh” Lauren later said the tooth fairy did make a visit, thanks to the help of Captain Josh. Copyright 2022 WHNS via Gray Media Group, Inc. All rights reserved.
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TUCSON, Ariz. (KGUN) — Northwest Fire crews put out a mobile home fire Thursday. According to the department, the blaze started at a home near Garnette Street at about 9:30 a.m. Crews responded to a mobile home fire off of Garnette Street around 9:30 this morning. The fire was endangering a home and travel trailer. E331 quickly extinguished and prevented spread to both. The fire is under investigation. #NWFDAZ #ProtectProperty pic.twitter.com/TRuiggnDDp — Northwest Fire (@NorthwestFire) June 30, 2022 The blaze threatened a home and travel trailer, but crews extinguished it and stopped it from spreading. Northwest Fire is investigating the cause. ---- ——- Phil Villarreal is the senior real-time editor for KGUN 9. He is also a digital producer and host of "Phil on Film" seen weekly on Good Morning Tucson, Phil moved to KGUN after 17 years with the Arizona Daily Star. He is married and has four children. Share your story ideas and important issues with Phil by emailing phil.villarreal@kgun9.com or by connecting on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.
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LOS ANGELES, June 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- 360 VUZ, the immersive video mobile app, wins Founders Games Award by Webit as a Finalist, after being selected as a finalist from over 3000 scale-up startup applicants from around the world, which competed in competition rounds for 3 consecutive months, in front of global investors. 360 VUZ was awarded as a finalist and gained a great global exposure to investors. During the competition, 360 VUZ showcased the strong capability of the immersive app, capturing and delivering live and on-demand 360° video content, VR, AR and immersive experiences to the world building on the Metaverse. Khaled Zaatarah, 360 VUZ Founder and Chief Executive Officer said: "We are truly honored to win the Global Founders Games award by Webit, one of the world's biggest challenges for innovation and scaleups. We trust that this award will bring us new and great opportunities for growth." He adds: "Our mission is to build the ecosystem for VR and the Metaverse to become a mainstream premium platform for sporting events, influencer appearances, concerts, and much more. And, we are happy to be recognized by the jury of Founders Games and the legendary Tim Draper, and I'd like to thank everyone who has been supporting our global journey." Tim Draper, a leading VC from Silicon Valley that made hundreds of VC investments in some of the top companies of the world and a member of the finals jury at the Founders Games Award by Webit said: "At first, I thought that 360 VUZ is just like any other app but then I realized it's going to be the next powerful immersive library. The immersive video app has an interesting opportunity, and the fact that it has a lead over competition is strong and the fact that it went with smartphones first and then VR headsets is a good idea." Over 200 investors - VC, business angels, family offices and tens of corporate partners from major companies around the world joined the jury and the collective intelligence selection process which identified the global winner. 360 VUZ is having very strong momentum in the Series B investment round with the 1st close of the round already completed by very strong global VCs and investors that built decacorns internationally. 360 VUZ is now discussing with some top strategic investors their 2nd close for their Series B investment round. Stay updated with us on Instagram : https://bit.ly/360VUZ-Instagram Our 360 VUZ Mobile App Link : https://bit.ly/360VUZ-App-PR Photo - https://mma.prnewswire.com/media/1851646/360_VUZ.jpg View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE 360 VUZ
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MADISON, Wis. (AP) _ The winning numbers in Thursday afternoon's drawing of the Wisconsin Lottery's "Pick 3 Midday" game were: 5-7-1 (five, seven, one) MADISON, Wis. (AP) _ The winning numbers in Thursday afternoon's drawing of the Wisconsin Lottery's "Pick 3 Midday" game were: 5-7-1 (five, seven, one)
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Puerto Rico accuses bank of money laundering, tax evasion SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) - Authorities on Thursday said they have suspended the operations of Puerto Rico-based Euro Pacific International Bank after accusing it of money laundering and offshore tax evasion. The investigation was launched by Puerto Rico´s Office of the Commissioner of Financial Institutions. The bank, located in the capital of San Juan, did not return a message for comment. The announcement comes after the Joint Chiefs of Global Tax Enforcement launched an operation two years ago to scrutinize financial institutions in their member countries: the U.S., Canada, U.K., Australia and the Netherlands. Officials with the agency, known as the J5, said their investigations into the Euro Pacific International Bank are independent from the one conducted by Puerto Rico´s government and are still ongoing. Jim Lee, chief of the International Revenue Service Criminal Investigation, said that the "Puerto Rico financial industry will not be a haven for tax evaders or illegal conduct."
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LACKAWANNA COUNTY, Pa. — This is the 10th year for the Peach Music Festival, and we caught up with concertgoers who arrived early for the four days of camping and concerts. The festival draws thousands of people from all over the country. Many arrived early at the offsite parking lot in Moosic. Some folks say you have to make sure you've got everything you need, especially if you're camping on the mountain all weekend. We found lots of people dragging wagons filled with tents, coolers, and the essentials waiting to be bussed up to the event. "I usually plan and pack the day before, like right before I go to bed, and pack as minimally as possible to keep it lightweight because it gets heavy walking up there, and it's hot," Emma Wright of Reading said. The Peach has been going strong for a decade, and each year it draws newcomers. "I'm just looking forward to the experience," Mary Stratton from Reading said. "This is my first year, so I don't really know what to expect. I just heard it was a good time and came along. I don't really know a lot of the artists either, so I'm excited to discover new music." For others, coming to the Peach Music Festival is an annual event. Sean Judge lives in Clarks Summit and says this is the ninth year attending what he calls "four days of awesomeness." "Because it's awesome. It's the best place to be this weekend. There's no better way to spend a Fourth of July weekend than this. The music, that's why we're here, that's the main thing. It's the best," Judge said. This is Peach number seven for Francis Cota, who made the trip from Philadelphia and said it's worth it every time. "It's sweaty, it's dirty, it's gross. You're inhaling dirt for four days straight. You're walking like 12 miles a day, spraining your ankles," Cota said. "It's awesome, it's great!" On top of the music featuring 50 artists, there are vendors selling all sorts of crafts inside. Dozens of vendors will set up inside the venue, including Kaitlyn Page from Erie, hoping to sell what they've brought. She says she plans all year to get her art here to sell during the festival. "Usually, the music festivals do better for what I do," Page said. "My artwork is more geared towards this kind of crowd. I've tried other kinds of festivals, mainly like non-music festivals, and my work is just not geared towards that as much as it is towards these kinds of people." Matthew Smith came to Peach from Las Vegas to help sell hats made of hemp. The weather for the weekend could be good for business. "It's hot out here, the sun's beating down on people. They'll just rush the hat table. They'll be like, 'Take my money." Most of the vendors are also camping out for the long weekend and are fully stocked with the essentials to get them through it. "Three ice chests, a tub of dry food, and lots of coffee to keep us all moving and shaking and lots of good vibes. We like to have fun too in between," Smith said. Page says despite the long and hot weekend, there is a perk to working and selling merchandise at a music festival. "We actually are in the area where the main venue is so we can hear all music and so we can dance and have fun and also be selling to our customers. And so it all works out." Check out WNEP's YouTube channel.
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DALLAS, June 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Experienced trial attorney Austin Curry of the Dallas-based intellectual property and commercial litigation firm Caldwell Cassady & Curry has earned Board Certification in Patent Litigation from the prestigious National Board of Trial Advocacy (NBTA). Mr. Curry is one of the rare lawyers to earn NBTA board certification based on his proven commitment to bettering the legal profession by completing a rigorous application process and a detailed written examination. NBTA board-certified attorneys must also have substantial trial experience, positive references from judges and other lawyers, and proof of good standing, among other requirements. Since Caldwell Cassady & Curry was formed less than 10 years ago, Mr. Curry and the firm's lawyers have helped clients win more than $2.5 billion in trial verdicts and legal settlements. Mr. Curry is widely regarded as one of the top trial lawyers in the state, having earned multiple selections in the annual guide to The Best Lawyers in America and the Texas Rising Stars list of the state's leading young attorneys. He previously was named one of the top intellectual property lawyers in the country under the age of 40 in the Rising Stars list published by the national legal news outlet Law360. Earlier this year, Caldwell Cassady & Curry was ranked as one of Texas' best law firms for intellectual property disputes in the 2022 edition of Chambers USA, the exclusive annual guide to the country's top attorneys and firms. Chambers rankings are based on input from 200 individual research analysts across 200 separate legal jurisdictions. The assessments focus on multiple areas, including effectiveness, technical legal ability, client service, depth of experience, and client value. Caldwell Cassady & Curry additionally is ranked on the 2022 Best Law Firms list as one of the country's leading intellectual property litigation firms. Caldwell Cassady & Curry represents companies and individuals in high-stakes civil litigation, including patent infringement cases, trade secrets claims, fiduciary duty cases, class actions, and disputes involving company founders. The firm has tried and won some of the nation's top verdicts against the largest companies in the world. Learn more about the firm at www.caldwellcc.com. For more information, contact Bruce Vincent at 214-763-6226 or bruce.vincent@muselegalpr.com. View original content: SOURCE Caldwell Cassady & Curry
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GRAND RAPIDS, MI – A federal judge said Thursday, June 30, that two men accused of plotting to kidnap Gov. Gretchen Whitmer will be retried after a jury in April failed to reach verdicts. Barry Croft Jr., 46, of Bear, Delaware, and Adam Fox, 38, of Wyoming, had filed motions for acquittal. Two other defendants, Daniel Harris, 24, of Lake Orion, and Brandon Caserta, 34, of Canton, were acquitted by the same jury in U.S. District Court in Grand Rapids. Chief U.S. District Judge Robert Jonker said that a reasonable juror could find Croft and Fox guilty of the charges. He set an Aug. 9 trial date. The trial is expected to take two weeks, much shorter than the previous trial. Attorney Josh Blanchard, representing Croft, and Christopher Gibbons, the attorney for Fox, sought acquittal for their clients after the hung jury resulted in a mistrial, especially in light of the not-guilty verdicts for alleged co-conspirators. Two others pleaded guilty and testified against the others. But Assistant U.S. Attorney Nils Kessler said Croft and Fox made incriminating statements, trained together and conducted a late-night reconnaissance mission at the governor’s summer home in Elk Rapids. While defendant attorneys claimed the FBI and undercover informants pushed the plan, Kessler said: “These defendants were not unwary innocents.” Both defendants, appearing in court in orange jumpsuits, remain in custody pending trial. Related: After deadlocked jury, men seek acquittal in alleged plot to kidnap Gov. Whitmer Gov. Whitmer kidnap case crashes: ‘Conspiracy that just never was,’ attorney says Defendant’s dad: FBI, informants pushed Gov. Whitmer kidnap plot to ‘next level, not our guy’
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(NEXSTAR) – Yet again, Americans have chosen chicken over burgers. Chick-fil-A bested all comers in the American Customer Satisfaction Index survey released Tuesday. Random interviews with 20,143 fast food customers found that the Atlanta-based chain had an overall satisfaction score of 83, four greater than second-place Jimmy John’s (79). Domino’s and KFC tied for third with 78 points, followed by a four-way tie between Chipotle, Panera, Pizza Hut and Starbucks (77). McDonald’s, which trailed all others last year with 70 points, remains in last place with 68 this year. The biggest decliner, according to the survey, was Dunkin’, which fell by 4%. Despite Chick-fil-A’s dominance, however, the fast food industry may have reason for concern – the score for the industry as a whole dropped 2.6% to 76, while full-service restaurants maintained an 80 rating. Sit-down restaurants trounced fast food purveyors when it came to order accuracy, restaurant layout/cleanliness, food quality/variety and courteousness of staff, the survey found. The only advantage given to fast food restaurants was in the quality of the restaurants’ apps, an arena the larger full-service chains appear to be focusing on. According to a report Wednesday from app analytics company data.ai, global time spent in apps in the Food & Drink category was up 65% year-over-year in the first quarter of 2022. More than half of those app downloads were for food delivery and carryout, followed by grocery delivery, at just under a quarter of downloads. “Amid the pandemic, restaurants needed to quickly up their game in the mobile arena,” says Forrest Morgeson, Assistant Professor of Marketing at Michigan State University and Director of Research Emeritus at the ACSI. “With fewer resources, smaller chains and independent restaurants are offering apps that aren’t making the grade per customers. In contrast, positive shifts in both mobile app quality and reliability for several larger chains appear to reflect major app updates for these bigger industry players.” When it comes to the top-rated full-service restaurants LongHorn Steakhouse and Texas Roadhouse led the way (80), with Applebee’s and IHOP tied for last place (73).
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Just Desserts: Local Sweets for Your Wedding Reception Best of Columbus Weddings winners offer dessert alternatives Whether you’re supplementing your wedding cake with a dessert table or looking for a sweet treat to send home with your guests, these bakers—all winners in our Best of Columbus Weddings reader poll—have you covered. Clockwise from top left, vanilla, chocolate and red velvet cupcakes from Short North Piece of Cake (tied for first place in Baker: Cakes) Left, cashew date cardamom truffles; right, chocolate pistachio truffles, both from Pattycake Bakery (winner in Baker: Special Diets) Chocolate ho ho cupcakes from Pattycake Bakery Clockwise from top, cut-out, peaches and cream, strawberry sugar, wedding cake and salty caramel chocolate cookies with buttercream icing from Cheryl’s Cookies (winner in Local Gifts & Favors) Clockwise from top, strawberry shortcake, buckeye, original and lemon raspberry mini cheesecakes from The Cheesecake Girl (winner in Baker: Other Desserts)
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SAN ANTONIO — The San Antonio Gunslingers are hosting a Military Appreciation Night this Saturday, July 2 for their game vs. Albany Empire. Admission is absolutely free for all military, active duty, veterans or retired plus their families. The first 1,500 fans will receive a free custom San Antonio Gunslingers Military Appreciation jersey. When the game is over, stick around to hear live music from the e7 band and meet some players, and get autographs and pictures down on the field. The San Antonio Gunslingers have now won 3 games in a row. And last Saturday night it was an overtime win vs the Carolina Cobras, 60-61 Final OT. The game is Saturday, July 2 at 7 p.m. at Freeman Coliseum. For more information, visit their website. Learn more about KENS 5: Since going on the air in 1950, KENS 5 has strived to be the best, most trusted news and entertainment source for generations of San Antonians. KENS 5 has brought numerous firsts to South Texas television, including being the first local station with a helicopter, the first with its own Doppler radar and the first to air a local morning news program. Over the years, KENS 5 has worked to transform local news. Our cameras have been the lens bringing history into local viewers' homes. We're proud of our legacy as we serve San Antonians today. Today, KENS 5 continues to set the standard in local broadcasting and is recognized by its peers for excellence and innovation. The KENS 5 News team focuses on stories that really matter to our community. You can find KENS 5 in more places than ever before, including KENS5.com, the KENS 5 app, the KENS 5 YouTube channel, KENS 5's Roku and Fire TV apps, and across social media on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and more! Want to get in touch with someone at KENS 5? You can send a message using our Contacts page or email one of our team members.
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Sonny Barger, figurehead of Hells Angels, dies at 83 LIVERMORE, Calif. (AP) — Sonny Barger, the leather-clad figurehead of the notorious Hells Angels motorcycle club, has died. He was 83. Barger’s death was announced on his Facebook page late Wednesday. “If you are reading this message, you’ll know that I’m gone. I’ve asked that this note be posted immediately after my passing,” a posting said. “I’ve lived a long and good life filled with adventure. And I’ve had the privilege to be part of an amazing club.” The post said that “I passed peacefully after a brief battle with cancer.” Barger’s former attorney, Fritz Clapp, told The Associated Press that Barger had liver cancer and died Wednesday night at home in Livermore, California. Barger composed the post placed on the Facebook page managed by Barger’s wife, Zorana, he said. Ralph “Sonny” Barger was a founding member of the Oakland, California, chapter of the Hells Angels in 1957 and was present at its most infamous moment — the 1969 Rolling Stones concert at Altamont Speedway during which bikers hired as security staff fatally stabbed a concertgoer who pulled a gun on one of their members. The Hells Angels were typically depicted by the media as the dark fringe of the 1960s counterculture, embracing freedom, drugs and rock music, but also crime and violence. But Barger, the unofficial spokesman for the Hells Angels, downplayed their outlaw reputation. “They say we’re organized crime, but if you took every Hells Angel on the face of the Earth and got rid of them you wouldn’t drop the crime rate in the world one-tenth of one percent,” he said in a 2000 interview for Heads magazine. “We’re a little drop in the bucket. There’s more cops committing crimes than Hells Angels.” Barger’s own arrest record included charges ranging from drunken driving to attempted murder. He served 13 years in various prisons, according to news reports. He claimed that one of his most satisfying experiences was his acquittal in 1980 on a count of racketeering, and the declaration of a mistrial on a charge of conspiracy to violate the racketeering law. But in 1988, a jury found Barger guilty of conspiracy to violate federal firearms and explosives laws in plots to kill members of a rival gang. He was sentenced to a six-year term at the Phoenix Federal Correctional Institution and was released in 1992. Barger capitalized on his notoriety. He wrote three books about his life and philosophy, including a best-selling autobiography, “Hell’s Angel.” A chapter title in one of his books was “Nothing states your position more clearly than a punch in the face.” He also wrote two novels. Sonny Barger Productions operates a website and sells clothing. A high school dropout at 16, Barger grew up in Oakland and joined the Army in 1955 with a forged birth certificate. He was kicked out with an honorable discharge after the forgery was discovered. He started the Hells Angels with friends and soon learned there were other Hells Angels clubs in California. Barger helped unify the clubs. He served as the main character in Hunter Thompson’s 1966 expose “Hell’s Angels: The Strange and Terrible Saga of the Outlaw Motorcycle Gangs.” “He’s smart and he’s crafty and he has a kind of wild animal cunning. He was clearly the most competent person around,” Thompson wrote. Of the Altamont killing, Barger argued that the Hells Angels acted in self-defense. The club member charged in the incident was acquitted. The stabbing was captured by a camera crew filming the documentary “Gimme Shelter.” Barger underwent a laryngectomy in the early 1980s for throat cancer, which he attributed to a long, three-pack-a-day cigarette habit. Thereafter, he breathed through a plastic valve in his neck, and covered the vent to speak. “Live your life the Sonny Barger way? I don’t recommend it,” he wrote in the opening lines to his 2005 book “Freedom: Credos from the Road.” ___ Biographical material compiled by former AP reporter Gary Kane. Copyright 2022 The Associated Press. All rights reserved.
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The U.S. Justice Department is investigating the New York Police Department’s treatment of sex crime victims after concluding there is “significant justification” to do so and after receiving reports of deficiencies for more than a decade, prosecutors said Thursday. Kristen Clarke, assistant attorney general for the Justice Department's Civil Rights Division, and two U.S. attorneys in New York announced the probe in a release, saying they will thoroughly review the department’s Special Victims Division to gauge whether it engages in a pattern of gender-biased policing. “Survivors of sexual assault should expect effective, trauma-informed and victim-centered investigations by police departments,” Clarke said. “Based on information provided to the Justice Department, we find significant justification to investigate whether the NYPD’s Special Victims Division engages in a pattern or practice of gender-biased policing.” The investigation comes after years of reports of deficient practices by the NYPD in its sex crimes probe and a 2019 lawsuit in which two women claimed that the NYPD's Special Victims Division had mistreated them. One woman alleged detectives shrugged off her report of being raped by someone she’d been involved with, logging it as a “dispute” instead of a sex crime. Another woman said her account of being kidnapped and gang-raped was grossly mishandled by a sex-crimes detective for months before she was told the case was “too complex” to investigate. After the lawsuit and a leadership shakeup, the NYPD pledged to change its ways. But victims say the promised reforms haven't arrived. Justice Department officials said they will be reaching out to community groups and the public to learn about their interactions with the division. They said the probe will include a comprehensive review of the police department's policies, procedures and training for investigations of sexual assault crimes by the unit, including how it interacts with survivors and witnesses and how it collects evidence and completes investigations. They said they also want to see what steps the police department has taken to address deficiencies in its handling of sexual assault crimes, including its staffing and the services and support it offers sexual assault survivors. U.S. Attorney Breon Peace said the NYPD has already taken steps to address concerns, but authorities want to ensure sex assault victims are treated fair in the future. U.S. Attorney Damian Williams in Manhattan said sex crimes victims “deserve the same rigorous and unbiased investigations of their cases that the NYPD affords to other categories of crime.” “Likewise,” he added, “relentless and effective pursuit of perpetrators of sexual violence, unburdened by gender stereotypes or differential treatment, is essential to public safety.” A message seeking comment was left with the NYPD. After the 2019 lawsuit, the NYPD appointed a woman, Judith Harrison, to lead the embattled division and shifted to what she called a “victim-centered” approach — but she moved to a different position within two years. In 2020, the department appointed Michael King, a veteran investigator and forensic nurse, to the post. King, whose experience included conducting the very physical exams and evidence collection vital to solving sex crimes cases, spent part of his first few days on the job going to the hospital to assist doctors with rape kits. But King was removed from the job in February, amid complaints about his leadership and the division’s continued mishandling of cases. Last October, a woman who identified herself as Christine told a City Council hearing that detectives made fundamental mistakes in investigating her rape. She said they failed to interview witnesses or collect security camera footage from the bar where she’d been before the attack. Instead, she said, they wanted to set up a “traumatizing controlled phone call with the man who raped me,” failed to test for date-rape drugs and closed the case twice without telling her.
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(The Conversation is an independent and nonprofit source of news, analysis and commentary from academic experts.) Elizabeth C. Tippett, University of Oregon (THE CONVERSATION) Employers looking for ways to support their workers seeking abortions in states where it’s now illegal or soon will be don’t have it easy. From an employer’s standpoint, abortion is considered a type of health care benefit – and the rules that apply to that benefit are shifting rapidly from state to state. Abortion is also a political flashpoint guaranteed to produce controversy. And the problem is not going away anytime soon. Some companies are vowing to cover the cost of traveling out of state to get the procedure where it is still legal. Others are emphasizing that their insurance plans explicitly cover abortions. As a legal scholar specializing in employment law, I believe there’s also a third option that may not be as generous but is less likely to run into legal problems – and will help more workers, especially those with low incomes. Covering medical costs directly As of 2020, the median cost of an abortion was US$500 to $600 in the first trimester, and around $900 in the second trimester. Although most women seeking an abortion pay for the procedure out of pocket, some companies cover abortion in their health plans. In a recent statement, for example, Uber touted that its employee health plan includes abortion costs. And employers in a handful of states such as California and New York are required to include abortion in any health plan they offer. However, other states outlaw health coverage for abortion under state insurance laws. Even before the recent Supreme Court abortion decision, 11 states including North Dakota and Texas had already prohibited or limited private insurance from paying for the procedure. Companies that fund their own health benefit plan may be in a better position to avoid restrictions in state insurance laws. But switching to a self-funded plan is unaffordable for most small or medium-sized businesses. And self-funding may not protect companies if states decide to criminalize abortion. In other words, companies do not have a lot of room to maneuver when it comes to covering abortions in states that are determined to prohibit the procedure. The travel expense option Microsoft, Citigroup and at least 50 other U.S. companies have pledged in recent weeks to reimburse workers for travel expenses associated with out-of-state medical care, including abortion. Kroger and Dick’s Sporting Goods, for example, offered employees up to $4,000 to cover such expenses, while Zillow said it would reimburse up to $7,500 when travel is required for abortion or certain other medical procedures. Nevertheless, I suspect many companies may shy away from adopting similar policies. A survey in early June found that only 14% of companies already had a policy in place to reimburse abortion-related travel expenses, while another 25% said they were considering it. Although those numbers could grow, leading law firms have cautionedthat such policies could create legal risks similar to those involved in covering health care costs. Anti-abortion states could even directly prohibit travel reimbursement for out-of-state abortions. Texas lawmakers, for example, are already threatening to pass a law that would “bar companies from doing business in Texas if they pay for residents of the state to receive abortions elsewhere.” And while there are reasons to believe interstate travel would be constitutionally protected, any ensuing litigation would take years to resolve. As a result, many companies may simply decide against offering abortion travel benefits to workers in states where the procedure is banned. A simpler solution that helps everyone This doesn’t mean that companies are completely powerless to help workers in an anti-abortion state. Workers who need to drive hundreds of miles for care unavailable in their state will – at a minimum – need time off work. And while most workers have some access to paid leave, those benefits are predominantly available to high-wage earners. By contrast, roughly half of workers on the low end of the wage scale lack paid sick leave or vacation time. These workers are left in an impossible position if they need to travel for an abortion. They generally aren’t even entitled to unpaid time off, unless they are covered by the Family and Medical Leave Act and their condition qualifies as a “serious health condition.” Instead, they are left to cajole co-workers to cover their shifts and hope managers cut them a break. And every hour a worker without vacation or sick leave spends driving to another state for medical care is an hour they aren’t being paid. An employee making $15 an hour who loses a week of work for an out-of-state abortion stands to forgo as much money as the cost of the procedure itself. In other words, the workers who can least afford to forgo wages for an abortion are most likely to be put in that position. If companies are reluctant or unable to pay for travel expenses – or the procedure itself – they can at least pay workers for the time they are away from work. Expanding sick leave and vacation leave to a broader swath of workers may also avoid some of the pitfalls of other corporate interventions. Even if state legislatures pass draconian laws such as the Texas law that prohibits “aiding and abetting,” companies rarely know exactly how workers spend their time off – particularly when it comes to vacation time. It’s harder then to pin liability on the employer. More privacy, less controversy For the same reason, sick leave and vacation policies also provide workers with a measure of privacy. Unlike policies involving travel or health benefits, employees can often avail themselves of time off without providing receipts or documentation. Finally, a quiet expansion of the company’s paid time off enables employers to help women without attracting controversy. Companies are already nervous about abortion-related discussions at work. They may not want to generate more internal conflict at a time when partisan rancor is at a fever pitch. And while expanding paid time off may not seem like a lot, it would be one less hurdle for women experiencing nothing but hurdles. This article is republished from The Conversation under a Creative Commons license. Read the original article here: https://theconversation.com/abortion-benefits-companies-have-a-simple-and-legal-way-to-help-their-workers-living-in-anti-abortion-states-expanding-paid-time-off-185917.
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With the Great Resignation in the rearview mirror, the Great Apprehension brings to light a widespread sense of job insecurity ATLANTA, June 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- With many economists warning of an impending recession, paired with inflation at a 40-year high, it's no surprise that three out of four American workers are fearful they will lose their jobs, according to a new survey from Insight Global, a national staffing services company. The survey, which was conducted in June 2022 among more than 1,000 American workers, reveals growing concern among full-time employees at all levels about job security, financial preparedness and communication transparency from company leaders. With the first half of 2022 laser-focused on The Great Resignation, the latter half introduces The Great Apprehension where many American workers are hoping for the best but planning for the worst. Survey results revealed the following: - 78% of employees expressed worry about losing their job if there is a recession, with almost a quarter (23%) of American workers indicating they are extremely worried about losing their jobs. - Managers (49%) more often than non-management employees (34%) indicated higher levels of anxiety regarding losing their job if there is a recession. - 56% of American workers say they don't feel financially prepared for a recession or say they don't know how they would prepare for a recession, with women feeling the most unprepared at 64%. For those adults, especially older Millennials who were working during the Great Recession of the mid-to-late aughts, the thought of another recession triggers professional fears. - Among American workers who were employed when the Great Recession began, more than half (53%) say they still feel anxious about job security or say the fear of being laid off is often in the back of their minds. These fears are even more common among Millennials (60%), many who were in the early stages of their careers during the Great Recession. - A quarter of American workers employed during the Great Recession (25%) say they have several backup plans prepared should they be laid off. The survey's findings signal that the ball may be landing in employers' courts, with nearly nine out of 10 managers in the U.S. stating they would be likely to lay off employees should there be a recession. And employees' growing concerns for their jobs are making them more willing to take a pay cut to avoid a potential layoff. - 87% of managers say they would be likely to lay off employees should there be a recession. - More than half (54%) of American workers would be willing to take a pay cut to avoid being laid off if there were a recession. - More working men (63%) than women (46%) in the U.S. would be willing to take a pay cut to avoid being laid off. - Over half (52%) of American workers do not feel their job is recession-proof or say they are unsure if their job is recession-proof. "It's unfortunate we're already seeing some companies turn to mass layoffs because I believe layoffs should be the absolute last resort," said Bert Bean, CEO of Insight Global. "Instead, I encourage leaders to consider other solutions, such as building a plan that avoids layoffs and helps you grow through a recession. Get your employee base executing on that, because when you bounce back from a recession, you'll need your people more than ever." When the COVID-19 pandemic began in 2020 and it took its toll on the global economy, Insight Global committed to a "no layoff" policy, which Bean says it will continue in the event of another recession. "I realize not all leaders have the will to do this, but if you do, you will be shocked and amazed by the performance of your people when they feel this kind of safety and loyalty," said Bean. Workers are confident in their leadership's ability to lead them through a recession; however, trust in communication is lacking. - Nearly half of employees (47%) do not trust that their employer would adequately communicate its plans should there be a recession, and 66% of managers do not trust that their senior leadership would adequately communicate its plans should there be a recession. - Two-thirds of managers are confident (67%) that the leadership at their organization could lead their organization through a recession, and 58% of employees in non-managerial positions indicate the same levels of confidence in leadership. "As we're seeing in the headlines, even major companies that have experienced astronomical growth over the last several years are not immune to financial challenges," added Bean. "If a recession strikes, I'd hate to see that result in more layoffs. If your company hasn't established a recession plan yet, do it now, communicate it with your employees, and start acting on it." Learn more about the survey results at www.insightglobal.com/blog/recession-anxieties. Insight Global commissioned Atomik Research to conduct an online survey of 1,004 working adults in the United States, including 503 full-time workers in management positions and 501 full-time workers who are not in management positions. Survey participants worked in professions within primarily white-collar industries1 The margin of error fell within +/- 3 percentage points with a confidence interval of 95 percent. The fieldwork for the online survey took place between June 10 and June 13 of 2022. Atomik Research is an independent creative market research agency. Insight Global is a national staffing and services company dedicated to empowering people. We relentlessly pursue opportunities for others, because when we all work together, anything is possible. We specialize in sourcing information technology, accounting, finance, and engineering professionals, and delivering service-based solutions to Fortune 1000 clients. Our team spans across more than 64 regional offices throughout North America and has pledged to place more than 80,000 people in jobs in 2022. Insight Global's services extend far beyond just filling roles. In addition to staffing services, we provide culture consulting, diversity, equity and inclusion guidance, specialized health care staffing and resources, and an array of managed services designed to meet company's individual needs. To learn more about Insight Global, visit insightglobal.com. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Insight Global
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OTTAWA (AP) — Canada’s chief public health officer is warning of a possible COVID-19 resurgence in the fall and winter. Theresa Tam said Thursday the circulating omicron subvariants BA.4 and BA.5 are even more transmissible and able to evade immunity than previous versions, making a rise in cases likely in coming weeks. Tam and federal Health Minister Jean-Yves Duclos stressed the importance of up-to-date vaccination status, noting 40% of Canadians still have not received a booster following their primary two shots, putting Canada behind other G7 countries when it comes to three doses. "As cases go up... in some areas of Canada, getting that booster, if you haven’t had it, now would be quite important, in particular going into the fall,″ Tam said. The National Advisory Committee on Immunization has advised jurisdictions to prepare to offer another round of shots to people at increased risk of severe COVID-19 illness, regardless of the number of booster doses they’ve already received. Tam said new vaccines tailored to omicron are in development but have not yet been evaluated by Canada’s drug regulator. She said officials are still waiting for data on what new protection the so-called bivalent vaccines could offer.
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AP source: USC, UCLA in process of joining Big Ten (AP) - UCLA and Southern California are planning to leave the Pac-12 for the Big Ten Conference in a seismic change that could lead to another major realignment of college sports. A person who has been briefed on the discussions between USC, UCLA and the Big Ten said the schools have taken steps to request an invitation to join the conference. The person spoke to The Associated Press on Thursday on condition of anonymity because the schools’ talks with the Big Ten have not been made public. The move would come as soon as 2024, after the Pac-12′s current media rights contracts with Fox and ESPN expire, and increase the size of the Big Ten to 16 schools. The decision by the Los Angeles schools — two of the NCAA’s most decorated athletic programs — comes almost a year after Oklahoma and Texas formally accepted invitations to join the Southeastern Conference in July 2025. The Big Ten would become the first conference to stretch from the Atlantic to the Pacific and would build on previous expansion into the nation’s largest media markets. Big Ten leadership, including the council of presidents and chancellors, would still have to sign off on extending an invitation to the two schools. The Big Ten has expanded twice in recent years, with Nebraska joining in 2011 and Maryland and Rutgers in 2014. USC and UCLA fit the Big Ten’s academic profile. Both schools are among the 65 members of the Association of American Universities, which is made up of top research universities. All Big Ten schools except Nebraska are members. ___ More AP sports: https://apnews.com/hub/sports and https://twitter.com/AP_Sports Copyright 2022 The Associated Press. All rights reserved.
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DALLAS, June 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Experienced trial attorney Austin Curry of the Dallas-based intellectual property and commercial litigation firm Caldwell Cassady & Curry has earned Board Certification in Patent Litigation from the prestigious National Board of Trial Advocacy (NBTA). Mr. Curry is one of the rare lawyers to earn NBTA board certification based on his proven commitment to bettering the legal profession by completing a rigorous application process and a detailed written examination. NBTA board-certified attorneys must also have substantial trial experience, positive references from judges and other lawyers, and proof of good standing, among other requirements. Since Caldwell Cassady & Curry was formed less than 10 years ago, Mr. Curry and the firm's lawyers have helped clients win more than $2.5 billion in trial verdicts and legal settlements. Mr. Curry is widely regarded as one of the top trial lawyers in the state, having earned multiple selections in the annual guide to The Best Lawyers in America and the Texas Rising Stars list of the state's leading young attorneys. He previously was named one of the top intellectual property lawyers in the country under the age of 40 in the Rising Stars list published by the national legal news outlet Law360. Earlier this year, Caldwell Cassady & Curry was ranked as one of Texas' best law firms for intellectual property disputes in the 2022 edition of Chambers USA, the exclusive annual guide to the country's top attorneys and firms. Chambers rankings are based on input from 200 individual research analysts across 200 separate legal jurisdictions. The assessments focus on multiple areas, including effectiveness, technical legal ability, client service, depth of experience, and client value. Caldwell Cassady & Curry additionally is ranked on the 2022 Best Law Firms list as one of the country's leading intellectual property litigation firms. Caldwell Cassady & Curry represents companies and individuals in high-stakes civil litigation, including patent infringement cases, trade secrets claims, fiduciary duty cases, class actions, and disputes involving company founders. The firm has tried and won some of the nation's top verdicts against the largest companies in the world. Learn more about the firm at www.caldwellcc.com. For more information, contact Bruce Vincent at 214-763-6226 or bruce.vincent@muselegalpr.com. View original content: SOURCE Caldwell Cassady & Curry
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Local author aims to increase literacy among children in Detroit Naomi V. Dunsen-White is on a mission to give away children's books for free, so she has partnered with Charles Collectibles and Books to host a summer giveaway and reading contest during the entire month of July. Dunsen-White, of Novi will give away her latest books, "Why Am I Here" and "Johari The Great." So far, with the help of donors, she has already distributed about 800 copies of her books. Her aim is to focus on diversity, self-discovery and self-determination through captivating stories and engaging images. The images by Detroit-born illustrator Megan Rizzo in Dunsen-White's books features a diverse group of children and is saturated with vibrant colors and images. The Mom's Choice Awards' Gold Award Recipient said it's important to get books in the hands of children who are struggling with literacy. "My mission is to get books into the hands of children who need them — in particular children of color," she said. "When kids start reading, we are always encouraging them to read but many times they aren't given material to read with characters that look like them." The Children's Cooperative Book Center of the University of Wisconsin began collecting data on children's book since the 1970s. Their research has shown that there is a diversity gap that exists in children's books. Dunsen-White said she believes this gap leads to some children of color being uninterested in reading and therefore hinders their growth as a learner. The CCBC has stated, "The more books there are, especially books created by BIPOC authors and illustrators, the more opportunities librarians, teachers, parents, and other adults have of finding outstanding books for young readers and listeners that reflect dimensions of their lives, and give a broader understanding of who we are as a nation." When Dunsen-White was a young reader, she was shown these dimensions of her own life when she picked up a book by Don Freeman called "Corduroy." "It was about a bear that had a missing button on his corduroy overalls," she said. "... 1967 — the little Black girl who was the main character throughout the book, she couldn't be on the cover. She was on the inside of the book though... when I opened up the book and saw a little girl named Lisa, I couldn't believe it. Because she looked a lot like me." This representation inspired the former educator and foster care specialist to write "Why Am I Here" and "Johari The Great." The latter book was initially a book just for her grandson until her husband convinced her to publish it during the pandemic. She wrote "Johari The Great" to inspire young boys to develop strong academic skills. "The theme of this book is that Johari discovers he is a great writer..., so it's an educational book and it's very engaging," she said. Her books also feature a vocabulary and comprehension guide in the back to help increase children's academic potential. Through her literary work, Dunsen-White wants kids to know that they matter. "Children matter... and they need to know that the things that are in a book are not just for other people," she sad. "They are for them." To enter the reading contest and/or get a free book, visit www.naomibooks.com.
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ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) — With little ceremony, it was lights out Thursday for one of the two remaining units at a coal-fired power plant in northwestern New Mexico that has provided electricity for millions of customers in the southwestern U.S. for nearly a half-century. Unit 1 at the San Juan Generating Station was shuttered as state regulators ordered New Mexico’s largest utility to credit customers for millions of dollars in savings that will come from the plant’s closure in September, when the final unit goes offline. Public Service Co. of New Mexico had planned to wait to pass along the savings until its next rate case before the Public Regulation Commission, but regulators in ordering quicker action said they have a responsibility to ensure that rates charged to customers are fair, just and reasonable. “PNM’s new plan constitutes a moral hazard that, without the remediation ordered herein, threatens substantial and potentially irremediable harm to ratepayers,” the commission's order reads. The utility has vowed to appeal the decision, warning that applying a short-term credit would not be reflective of the costs to provide service to customers and that new rates proposed later this year would be much higher than they otherwise would have been. PNM executives have said that such a "roller coaster” would significantly affect customers. Pat Vincent-Collawn, PNM Resources chair and CEO, characterized the commission's decision as an arbitrary penalty, noting that the utility opted not to file for rate increases over the last two years as it navigated a transition to more renewable energy resources. The battle over financing and customer rates related to the closure of the San Juan plant has been ongoing for months. A need to keep part of the plant open longer than expected also raised questions about the timing for issuing bonds that would allow the utility to recover lost investments in the plant. Regulators approved PNM's request to keep one unit open for an additional three months to avoid blackouts during the summer when air conditioners help drive up demand. The utility had warned that without San Juan, it wouldn't have the capacity to meet customer needs since solar and battery storage projects meant to replace the coal-fired plant were behind schedule. Under the commission's ruling, utility customers would see a rate reduction of about 10%, or an annual savings to customers of about $94 million, when the plant closes in September. The order also prevents PNM from collecting operating costs since the plant would no longer serve customers. The utility has denied that its plans amount to double dipping or that customers will miss out on savings. The push in recent years for utilities to provide more electricity from non-fossil fuel resources has been driven by state mandates and tougher federal requirements aimed at reducing pollution. The Biden administration has pledged to cut greenhouse gas emissions by half by 2030, and New Mexico's mandates call for carbon-free generation within the next two decades. Environmentalists voiced concerns Thursday about meeting those goals given a ruling by the U.S. Supreme Court that limits how the nation’s main air pollution law can be used to reduce carbon dioxide emissions from power plants. An inventory done earlier this year by the U.S. Energy Information Administration found that 85% of the scheduled retirements in 2022 involve coal-fired power plants, followed by natural gas and nuclear. Still, there have been growing pains in New Mexico and elsewhere as demand outpaces the ability to construct more solar and battery storage operations. PNM has blamed supply chain issues for its delays. Most of the coal-fired plants making up the remaining fleet in the U.S. were built in the 1970s and 1980s. The San Juan plant and its towering concrete stacks have been part of northwestern New Mexico's skyline since the 1970s. It has powered parts of Arizona, California and New Mexico over the years. In the past week, workers have gathered for lunch and cake to mark the end of Unit 1. Some workers had exit interviews Thursday, and many were holding out hope that the city of Farmington would be successful in its effort to keep the plant open as part of a proposed carbon capture project that has received some federal funding. Justin Yazzie marked his last evening shift, opting for retirement after working for the utility for 44 years. He said it was a good job that allowed him to provide for his family. “My heart is really hurting for the younger people. They don't have the same opportunity that I had and we sure need it now,” he said, pointing to the growing pressure on oil and gas operations and other industries that have historically been the drivers of economic development in more rural areas in New Mexico and elsewhere in the West.
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2022-06-30T20:09:41Z
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Sonny Barger, figurehead of Hells Angels, dies at 83 LIVERMORE, Calif. (AP) — Sonny Barger, the leather-clad figurehead of the notorious Hells Angels motorcycle club, has died. He was 83. Barger’s death was announced on his Facebook page late Wednesday. “If you are reading this message, you’ll know that I’m gone. I’ve asked that this note be posted immediately after my passing,” a posting said. “I’ve lived a long and good life filled with adventure. And I’ve had the privilege to be part of an amazing club.” The post said that “I passed peacefully after a brief battle with cancer.” Barger’s former attorney, Fritz Clapp, told The Associated Press that Barger had liver cancer and died Wednesday night at home in Livermore, California. Barger composed the post placed on the Facebook page managed by Barger’s wife, Zorana, he said. Ralph “Sonny” Barger was a founding member of the Oakland, California, chapter of the Hells Angels in 1957 and was present at its most infamous moment — the 1969 Rolling Stones concert at Altamont Speedway during which bikers hired as security staff fatally stabbed a concertgoer who pulled a gun on one of their members. The Hells Angels were typically depicted by the media as the dark fringe of the 1960s counterculture, embracing freedom, drugs and rock music, but also crime and violence. But Barger, the unofficial spokesman for the Hells Angels, downplayed their outlaw reputation. “They say we’re organized crime, but if you took every Hells Angel on the face of the Earth and got rid of them you wouldn’t drop the crime rate in the world one-tenth of one percent,” he said in a 2000 interview for Heads magazine. “We’re a little drop in the bucket. There’s more cops committing crimes than Hells Angels.” Barger’s own arrest record included charges ranging from drunken driving to attempted murder. He served 13 years in various prisons, according to news reports. He claimed that one of his most satisfying experiences was his acquittal in 1980 on a count of racketeering, and the declaration of a mistrial on a charge of conspiracy to violate the racketeering law. But in 1988, a jury found Barger guilty of conspiracy to violate federal firearms and explosives laws in plots to kill members of a rival gang. He was sentenced to a six-year term at the Phoenix Federal Correctional Institution and was released in 1992. Barger capitalized on his notoriety. He wrote three books about his life and philosophy, including a best-selling autobiography, “Hell’s Angel.” A chapter title in one of his books was “Nothing states your position more clearly than a punch in the face.” He also wrote two novels. Sonny Barger Productions operates a website and sells clothing. A high school dropout at 16, Barger grew up in Oakland and joined the Army in 1955 with a forged birth certificate. He was kicked out with an honorable discharge after the forgery was discovered. He started the Hells Angels with friends and soon learned there were other Hells Angels clubs in California. Barger helped unify the clubs. He served as the main character in Hunter Thompson’s 1966 expose “Hell’s Angels: The Strange and Terrible Saga of the Outlaw Motorcycle Gangs.” “He’s smart and he’s crafty and he has a kind of wild animal cunning. He was clearly the most competent person around,” Thompson wrote. Of the Altamont killing, Barger argued that the Hells Angels acted in self-defense. The club member charged in the incident was acquitted. The stabbing was captured by a camera crew filming the documentary “Gimme Shelter.” Barger underwent a laryngectomy in the early 1980s for throat cancer, which he attributed to a long, three-pack-a-day cigarette habit. Thereafter, he breathed through a plastic valve in his neck, and covered the vent to speak. “Live your life the Sonny Barger way? I don’t recommend it,” he wrote in the opening lines to his 2005 book “Freedom: Credos from the Road.” ___ Biographical material compiled by former AP reporter Gary Kane. Copyright 2022 The Associated Press. All rights reserved.
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2022-06-30T20:09:53Z
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NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — The family of a man seriously injured while in the custody of police in New Haven, Connecticut, joined his legal team outside the city’s courthouse Tuesday, demanding justice. The attorney for Richard “Randy” Cox, 36, said Cox is paralyzed from the chest down. He is currently on a ventilator and unable to speak, his family said. On June 19, New Haven police officers responded to a block party following a report of Cox carrying a gun. Officers arrested Cox for unlawfully possessing a firearm. While being transported in a van with no seatbelts, police said Officer Oscar Diaz stopped abruptly to avoid a crash. In video from the back of the van, Cox is seen going head-first into the back wall of the vehicle and calling for help. Diaz continued to the detention center, where officers found Cox lying on the floor of the van, unable to move. Video shows officers dragging Cox out of the vehicle by his feet and putting him in a wheelchair. Cox was then taken to the hospital, where he underwent emergency surgery. His family said what happened on June 19 has changed their lives forever. They called for action. “I’m calling for the officers involved to be fired and arrested,” Cox’s sister said. “I’m calling for any bystanders that didn’t say anything to be suspended and retained. See something, say something!” Civil rights attorney Benjamin Crump, known for representing the families of George Floyd and Breonna Taylor, joined attorney Jack O’Donnell, Scot X. Esdaile, the president of the NAACP Connecticut State Conference, and Cox’s family at Tuesday’s press conference. “This is a man who has said, ‘I can’t move my neck; I can’t move my arms,'” Crump said. “Are you going to try and act like Randy Cox’s life doesn’t matter, or are you going to do the right thing?” Diaz and four other members of the New Haven Police Department are on paid administrative leave as state police continue investigating the incident. “Mr. Cox was mistreated. He should have received medical attention immediately. We can’t defend anything that was released,” said Assistant Chief Karl Jacobson of the New Haven Police Department. “We need to ensure that we’re empowering more officers to have the tools that they need and the culture to say to another officer, even if it may be an officer that oversees them, ‘Hang on, are we doing the right thing here?'” said New Haven Mayor Justin Elicker. Elicker added in a news release that Cox underwent surgery after his accident, but may continue to remain paralyzed. New Haven police said the department has made changes, including taking every van with no seatbelts out of rotation and implementing training to ensure this never happens again. Cox’s legal team said they are looking at every possible legal action. They intend to file a lawsuit within 60 days, and hope to meet with city officials soon.
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2022-06-30T20:11:21Z
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“Mercury — Act 2,” Imagine Dragons (Interscope) If you were hiding under your bed after listening to the last album by Imagine Dragons, it's time to come out. The second volume of “Mercury” is upbeat, often Caribbean-spiced and throbbing. It's the sound of a band getting its arena groove back. “Act 1” in 2021 was all plucky strings, seething beats and grand electronic synths as lead singer, songwriter and lyricist Dan Reynolds poured heartache, tragedy and his struggles with sobriety into a raw, confessional and searing album. The cover depicted a man falling. The cover of “Act 2” could be of a man jumping, and that seems to fit many of the close to 20 new tracks, which are wistful, confessional and owning weakness, but there is light at the end of the tunnel. Take the eclectic, slightly deranged “I'm Happy,” a title that could never appear on “Act. 1,” with Reynolds singing “Even when I might fall down/I know my luck come back around.” Much of the album is thankful for his partner, like the loving “Symphony” — a trop-rock ditty written seemingly under a palm tree — with the lyrics: “I'm the chord/ And you're the melody.” The band hits new heights with “Sharks,” a richly textured, eerie anthem about selfishness, and “Bones,” a banger with that reggae-tinged, sing-along Imagine catchy magic. Not all the songs succeed, as one might suspect from such a stuffed album. There's an uncooked quality to “Crushed,” “Ferris Wheel,” and “Take It Easy,” and a naïve quality to “Tied” and “Continual,” while the regretful ballads “I Wish” and “They Don't Know You Like I Do” might better off serve as therapy for Reynolds. But don't sleep on “Sirens” and “I Don't Like Myself,” two mid-tempo, expertly crafted tunes that take the band in different directions. And on “Higher Ground,” the band is really cooking, with lyrics that could sum the entire second album up: “What a life/I live until I die/Won’t fail unless I try/Bleeding, keep on breathing.” ___ Mark Kennedy is at http://twitter.com/KennedyTwits
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2022-06-30T20:12:14Z
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NEW YORK, June 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Northern Lights Acquisition Corp. (the "Company") (Nasdaq: NLIT), a special purpose acquisition company, announced that it has amended that certain unit purchase agreement (the "Unit Purchase Agreement"), dated February 11, 2022, by and among the Company, 5AK, LLC, the Company's sponsor, SHF, LLC d/b/a Safe Harbor Financial, a Colorado limited liability company (the "Target"), SHF Holding Co., LLC, a Colorado limited liability company and the sole member of the Target (the "Seller"), and Partner Colorado Credit Union, a Colorado corporation and the sole member of the Seller, to extend the date by which the transactions contemplated thereby (the "Business Combination") had to be consummated from June 30, 2022 (the "Outside Date") until July 29, 2022, with the ability for the deadline to be extended through August 31, 2022. The extension of the Outside Date will provide the Company with additional time to complete the Business Combination as it awaits regulatory approval. The Business Combination was approved by the Company's stockholders at the special meeting of stockholders held on June 28, 2022. Stockholders who previously submitted redemption requests in connection with the closing of the Business Combination may request that such redemption requests be reversed by contacting the Company's transfer agent, Continental Stock Transfer & Trust Company. To the extent there are any material changes to the Business Combination as approved by the Company's stockholders, the Company will resolicit proxies. About Northern Lights Acquisition Corp. Northern Lights is a blank check company formed for the purpose of effecting a merger, amalgamation, share exchange, asset acquisition, share purchase, reorganization, or similar business combination with one or more businesses. For more information, visit https://northernlightsacquisitioncorp.com/home/default.aspx. About Safe Harbor Safe Harbor is one of the first service providers to offer reliable access to banking solutions for cannabis, hemp, CBD, and ancillary operators, making communities safer, driving growth in local economies, and fostering long-term partnerships. Safe Harbor, through its partners, serves the regulated cannabis industry and implements the highest standard of accountability, transparency, monitoring, reporting, and risk mitigation measures while meeting BSA obligations in line with FinCEN guidance on CRBs. Over the past seven years, Safe Harbor (including its predecessor) has assisted with the placement of over $12 billion in deposit transactions for customers with operations spanning 20 states with regulated cannabis markets. For more information, visit www.shfinancial.org. Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking Statements Certain statements contained in this press release constitute "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of federal securities laws. Forward-looking statements may include, but are not limited to, statements with respect to (i) trends in the cannabis industry, including changes in U.S and state laws, rules, regulations and guidance relating to Safe Harbor's services; (ii) Safe Harbor's growth prospects and Safe Harbor's market size; (iii) Safe Harbor's projected financial and operational performance, including relative to its competitors; (iv) new product and service offerings Safe Harbor may introduce in the future; (v) the proposed business combination, including the implied enterprise value, the expected post-closing ownership structure and the likelihood and ability of the parties to successfully consummate the potential transaction; (vi) the risk that the proposed business combination may not be completed in a timely manner or at all, whether as a result of recent volatility in the capital markets or otherwise, which may adversely affect the price of Northern Lights' securities; (vii) the failure to satisfy the conditions to the consummation of the proposed business combination, including the approval of the proposed business combination by the stockholders of Northern Lights; (viii) the effect of the announcement or pendency of the proposed business combination on Northern Lights' or Safe Harbor's business relationships, performance, and business generally; (ix) the outcome of any legal proceedings that may be instituted against Northern Lights or Safe Harbor related to the definitive unit purchase agreement or the proposed business combination; (x) the ability to maintain the listing of Northern Lights' securities on the Nasdaq Capital Market; (xi) the price of Northern Lights' securities, including volatility resulting from changes in the competitive and highly regulated industry in which Safe Harbor plans to operate, variations in performance across competitors, changes in laws and regulations affecting Safe Harbor's business and changes in the combined capital structure; (xii) the ability to implement business plans, forecasts, and other expectations after the completion of the proposed business combination, and identify and realize additional opportunities; and (xiii) other statements regarding Safe Harbor's and Northern Lights' expectations, hopes, beliefs, intentions or strategies regarding the future. In addition, any statements that refer to projections, forecasts or other characterizations of future events or circumstances, including any underlying assumptions, are forward-looking statements. The words "anticipate," "believe," "continue," "could," "estimate," "expect," "intends," "outlook," "may," "might," "plan," "possible," "potential," "predict," "project," "should," "would," and similar expressions may identify forward-looking statements, but the absence of these words does not mean that a statement is not forward-looking. Forward-looking statements are predictions, projections and other statements about future events that are based on current expectations and assumptions and, as a result, are subject, are subject to risks and uncertainties. You should carefully consider the risks and uncertainties described in the "Risk Factors" section of Northern Lights' registration statement on Form S-1, the proxy statement relating to the proposed business combination, which has been filed in preliminary form by Northern Lights with the SEC, other documents filed by Northern Lights from time to time with SEC, and any risk factors made available to you in connection with Northern Lights, Safe Harbor, and the transaction. These forward-looking statements involve a number of risks and uncertainties (some of which are beyond the control of Safe Harbor and Northern Lights), and other assumptions, that may cause the actual results or performance to be materially different from those expressed or implied by these forward-looking statements. Additional Information about the Business Combination and Where to Find It The proposed business combination involving Northern Lights and Safe Harbor was submitted to the stockholders of Northern Lights for their consideration. Northern Lights filed a definitive proxy statement on Schedule 14A (the "Proxy Statement") with the SEC on June 10, 2022, which was distributed to the stockholders of Northern Lights in connection with Northern Lights' solicitation for proxies for the vote by the stockholders of Northern Lights connection with the proposed business combination and other matters as described in the Proxy Statement. Before making any voting decision, the stockholders of Northern Lights and other interested persons were advised to read the Proxy Statement, along with all other relevant documents filed with the SEC in connection with the proposed business combination and Northern Lights' solicitation of proxies for its special meeting of stockholders to be held to approve, among other things, the proposed business combination, because these documents contained important information about Northern Lights, Safe Harbor, and the proposed business combination. The stockholders approved the Business Combination on June 28, 2022. Stockholders may obtain free copies of the Proxy Statement, as well as other documents filed with the SEC regarding the proposed business combination and other documents filed with the SEC by Northern Lights, without charge, at the SEC's website located at www.sec.gov or by directing a request to Northern Lights Acquisition Corporation, 10 East 53rd Street, Suite 3001, New York, NY, 10022, or by telephone at (615) 554-0044. No Offer or Solicitation This press release relates to a proposed business combination between Northern Lights and Safe Harbor and does not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy any securities, or a solicitation of any vote or approval, nor shall there be any sale of securities in any jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities laws of any such jurisdiction. Participants in the Solicitation Northern Lights and Safe Harbor, and certain of their respective directors and executive officers, under the rules of the SEC, may be deemed to be participants in the solicitation of proxies from Northern Lights' stockholders in favor of the approval of the business combination. Information about the directors and officers of Northern Lights and their ownership of Northern Lights Class B common stock can also be found in Northern Lights' registration statement on Form S-1 filed with the SEC on June 2, 2021 in connection with its initial public offering, its Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2021 filed with the SEC on March 25, 2022, the Proxy Statement, and other documents subsequently filed by Northern Lights with the SEC. Information about the directors and executive officers of Safe Harbor, as well as information regarding the interests of other persons who may be deemed participants in the transaction, may be obtained by reading the Proxy Statement regarding the business combination. Free copies of this document may be obtained as described above. View original content: SOURCE Safe Harbor Financial; Northern Lights Acquisition Corp.
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PHILADELPHIA, June 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Berger Montague is investigating securities fraud allegations on behalf of investors who purchased the securities Apyx Medical Corporation ("Apyx" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: APYX) between May 12, 2021 and March 11, 2022 (the "Class Period"). If you purchased the securities of Apyx during the Class Period, would like to discuss Berger Montague's investigation, or have questions concerning your rights or interests, please contact attorneys Andrew Abramowitz at aabramowitz@bm.net or (215) 875-3015, or Michael Dell'Angelo at mdellangelo@bm.net or (215) 875-3080 or visit: https://investigations.bergermontague.com/apyx-medical-/ Whistleblowers: Anyone with non-public information regarding Apyx is encouraged to confidentially assist Berger Montague's investigation or take advantage of the SEC Whistleblower program. Under this program, whistleblowers who provide original information may receive rewards totaling up to thirty percent (30%) of recoveries obtained by the SEC. For more information, contact us. On March 14, 2022, Apyx disclosed that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) would be posting a Medical Device Safety Communication (MDSC) related to the Company's Advanced Energy Products. The Company further disclosed that "[b]ased on our initial interactions with the FDA, we believe the Agency's MDSC will pertain to the use of our Advanced Energy products outside of their FDA-cleared indication for general use in cutting, coagulation, and ablation of soft tissue during open and laparoscopic surgical procedures." On this news, Apyx's stock fell $4.02, or 40.6%, to close at $5.88 per share on March 14, 2022, on unusually heavy trading volume. The complaint filed in this class action alleges that throughout the Class Period, Defendants misled investors about the fact that: (1) a significant number of Apyx's Advanced Energy products were used for off-label indications; and (2) such off-label uses led to an increase in the number of medical device reports filed by Apyx reporting serious adverse events. Berger Montague, with offices in Philadelphia, Minneapolis, Washington, D.C., and San Diego, has been a pioneer in securities class action litigation since its founding in 1970. Berger Montague has represented individual and institutional investors for over five decades and serves as lead counsel in courts throughout the United States. Contacts Andrew Abramowitz, Senior Counsel Berger Montague (215) 875-3015 aabramowitz@bm.net Michael Dell'Angelo, Executive Shareholder Berger Montague (215) 875-3080 mdellangelo@bm.net View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Berger Montague
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PHILADELPHIA, June 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Berger Montague is investigating securities fraud allegations on behalf of investors who purchased the securities Verrica Pharmaceuticals, Inc. ("Verrica" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: VRCA) between May 28, 2021 and May 24, 2022 (the "Class Period"). If you purchased the securities of Verrica during the Class Period, would like to discuss Berger Montague's investigation, or have questions concerning your rights or interests, please contact attorneys Andrew Abramowitz at aabramowitz@bm.net or (215) 875-3015, or Michael Dell'Angelo at mdellangelo@bm.net or (215) 875-3080 or visit: https://investigations.bergermontague.com/verrica-pharmaceuticals/ Whistleblowers: Anyone with non-public information regarding Verrica is encouraged to confidentially assist Berger Montague's investigation or take advantage of the SEC Whistleblower program. Under this program, whistleblowers who provide original information may receive rewards totaling up to thirty percent (30%) of recoveries obtained by the SEC. For more information, contact us. In December 2020, Verrica submitted its New Drug Application (NDA) to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) seeking regulatory approval of VP-102 for the treatment of molluscum. On September 20, 2021, Verrica announced receipt of a Complete Response Letter (CRL) due to deficiencies at a facility of Verrica's contract manufacturer. On this news, the Company's stock price fell $1.00, or 8.3%, to close at $11.03 per share on September 21, 2021. On May 24, 2022, Verrica announced receipt of another CRL regarding the VP-102 NDA, citing deficiencies identified during a general reinspection of the contract manufacturing organization (CMO) that manufactures Verrica's bulk solution drug product. On this news, the Company's shares fell $3.55, or 63.8%, to close at $2.01 per share on May 25, 2022, on unusually heavy trading volume. Berger Montague, with offices in Philadelphia, Minneapolis, Washington, D.C., and San Diego, has been a pioneer in securities class action litigation since its founding in 1970. Berger Montague has represented individual and institutional investors for over five decades and serves as lead counsel in courts throughout the United States. Contacts Andrew Abramowitz, Senior Counsel Berger Montague (215) 875-3015 aabramowitz@bm.net Michael Dell'Angelo, Executive Shareholder Berger Montague (215) 875-3080 mdellangelo@bm.net View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Berger Montague
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How California will fight Supreme Court’s limits on EPA climate enforcement Many public officials and environmental advocates in California were dismayed by Thursday’s Supreme Court decision to limit federal authority on greenhouse gases from power plants, citing a collective blow to the monumental challenge of tackling global warming. But experts say it’s not likely to unravel California’s ambitious climate goals to eliminate its carbon footprint by 2045. Instead, it reemphasizes the importance of strong state policy, they said. “Any time federal power to regulate climate change is constrained, state power gets more important,” Cara Horowitz, co-executive director of the Emmett Institute on Climate Change and the Environment at UCLA School of Law. “California has always been a leader in the fight against climate change, and I expect that will continue and become even more crucial. States have a lot of regulatory power that this Supreme Court’s ruling does not touch.” Horowitz said states will continue to determine the amount of renewable energy to power the grid. Perhaps most importantly for California, where the single largest source of carbon emissions is from on-road transportation, states will also wield the power to regulate vehicle emissions. Ruling in favor of coal-producing states, Supreme Court says Congress, not the EPA, has the authority to make decisions on fighting climate change. “Before the ruling came out, there was some concern that the court’s decision could threaten California’s waiver under the Clean Air Act, which lets California restrict greenhouse gas emissions from cars,” Horowitz said. “Because this case does not constrain EPA’s authority to regulate greenhouse gases from motor vehicles, at least not directly, I think there’s good reason to think that California’s auto emissions standards for climate pollution survive. That’s a big centerpiece of California’s climate program.” However, given the collective response needed to rein in heat-trapping gases into the atmosphere, many feared this decision might prompt uneven response across the country — inaction that could carry life-threatening consequences as a warmer climate creates conditions more suitable for natural disasters. In recent years, California has already witnessed record-setting heat, unprecedented wildfires and historic drought. “The radical Supreme Court has weakened our country’s ability to prevent the climate crisis from becoming a catastrophe for our planet and everyone living on it,” said U.S. Rep. Nanette Diaz Barragán (D-San Pedro). “By sharply limiting the EPA’s authority to regulate greenhouse gas emissions from power plants, Americans will suffer from extreme weather events such as droughts, heat waves, and storms. Rising temperatures and a delayed transition to cleaner sources of energy will threaten public health and reduce quality of life from increased air pollution. This burden will fall hardest on low-income communities and communities of color.” Recurring drought and rising temperatures have already begun to alter the landscape of California and the American Southwest, researchers warn. California Atty. Gen. Rob Bonta described the Supreme Court decision as “misguided and gravely disappointing.” He acknowledged it would have “dangerous consequences” at a time when the global climate leaders are calling for drastic reductions to stave off the worst impacts of climate change. “We are running out of time in the fight against climate change, and we need all levels of government working together to take action before it’s too late,” Bonta said. “In California, we have strong programs in place to address climate change, and we will not go backwards. We will continue to use all the tools we have to reduce emissions, fight climate change, and protect public health. That includes pushing for stronger environmental regulations at the federal level. With the future of our planet at stake, our commitment to tackling the climate crisis cannot waver.” Toward a more sustainable California Get Boiling Point, our newsletter exploring climate change, energy and the environment, and become part of the conversation — and the solution. You may occasionally receive promotional content from the Los Angeles Times.
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2022-06-30T20:14:30Z
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ATHENS, Greece (AP) — Greece has sent a letter of request to the United States to buy a squadron of F-35 fighter jets, the country’s prime minister said Thursday, part of efforts to bolster its defense capabilities amid continuing tensions with neighboring Turkey. Speaking to reporters in Madrid during a NATO summit, Kyriakos Mitsotakis said Greece intended to buy a squadron of the Lockheed Martin-made F-35s, with a possible option for a second squadron. “Part of this procedure is the sending of the Letter of Request, which has occurred in recent days,” Mitsotakis said, stressing this was the start of a lengthy process and that Athens estimated it would not take delivery of the aircraft before 2027 or 2028. Greek officials said one squadron would consist of 20 planes. Greece has already ordered 24 French-made Rafale fighter jets - six new and 18 previously in service with the French Air Force, as well as three French frigates. Neighbors and NATO allies Greece and Turkey have long-running disputes over a series of issues, including territorial claims in the Aegean Sea and energy exploration rights in the eastern Mediterranean. Recent quarrels have focused on the Greek islands off Turkey’s coast, with Ankara accusing Athens maintaining a military presence on the islands in breach of treaties. Greece maintains it is acting according to international law and is defending the islands in the face of Turkish hostility.
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New York lawmakers to vote on new gun rules following ruling By MAYSOON KHAN Associated Press/Report for America ALBANY, N.Y. (AP) — New York lawmakers plan to vote Thursday on legislation seeking to limit the proliferation of firearms in public after the Supreme Court gutted the state’s century-old handgun licensing law. The state is overhauling its rules for carrying guns after the court ruled that ordinary citizens had a right to arm themselves in public for self-defense. New rules being rushed through an emergency session of the Legislature would allow many more gun owners to apply for a license to carry a concealed weapon. But they would also seek to set new restrictions on where firearms can be carried.
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MALVERN, Pa., June 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Institutes have appointed four new members to its Board of Trustees, including J. Powell Brown, MBA, CPCU, Carl Hess, FSA, CERA; John J. Marchioni, CPCU; and Leonid Rasin, MA, FCAS. The new member terms were effective as of June 15. "We are so pleased to welcome new members to our Board of Trustees, who always offer insightful support to our mission and vision," said Peter Miller, CPCU, president and CEO of The Institutes. "All of our board members generously commit their time and professional expertise to help The Institutes continue to build our strategic capabilities and provide the best learning experience and opportunities for those interested in insurance and risk management." J. Powell Brown is president and CEO of Brown & Brown, Inc. (NYSE: BRO), a leading insurance brokerage firm delivering risk management solutions to individuals and businesses since 1939. In his 24-year tenure with the company he has held multiple leadership positions and was named president in 2007. He earned a master's degree in business administration from Duke University, a bachelor's degree from the University of Florida, and the CPCU® designation from The Institutes. Carl Hess is the chief executive officer of WTW (NASDAQ: WTW). During his more than 30 years with the company, he has held a variety of leadership roles in business segments including investments, risk and reinsurance, and retirement. Hess is a graduate of Yale University, a fellow of the Society of Actuaries and a Chartered Enterprise Risk Analyst. John J. Marchioni is president and CEO and board chairperson of Selective Insurance Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: SIGI). He joined Selective in 1998, serving in progressive leadership roles before being named president and CEO in 2020, and chairperson in 2022. Marchioni is a graduate of Princeton University and the Advanced Management Program at Harvard Business School, and holds the CPCU designation from The Institutes. Leonid Rasin is executive vice president and chief actuary of enterprise operations for Liberty Mutual. He joined Liberty Mutual in February 2010, previously holding actuarial positions there in commercial, global specialty, and corporate business units. His prior experience includes 25 years in financial services and investment management. He holds a Master of Arts degree in mathematics from Brandeis University and is a fellow of the Casualty Actuarial Society. About The Institutes The Institutes are a leading provider of risk management and insurance education and resources, serving people and organizations globally through 18 brands and affiliates. The Institutes offer a range of knowledge-building opportunities that empower people and organizations to make better decisions, serve those in need, and embrace the future of risk. CPCU is a registered trademark of The Institutes. All rights reserved. View original content to download multimedia:https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/the-institutes-board-of-trustees-appoints-new-members-301579106.html SOURCE Insurance Information Institute
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The Orangutan Project to hold event to raise awareness for Critically Endangered orangutans NEW YORK, June 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- With just 10 years remaining to save orangutans from Extinction, world-renowned scientist and conservationist Leif Cocks is coming to New York to help raise awareness of the urgent need to protect Critically Endangered orangutans and to share his vision for a future we can believe in. The visit on Tuesday, July 12 is part of a series of talks that Cocks, founder of conservation organization The Orangutan Project, is giving around the world to bring people together in the common goal of securing a sustainable future for all living beings. "There are so many reasons to be hopeful – despite being in the midst of an extinction crisis," Cocks says. "The Orangutan Project is at the forefront of action and change, working directly with partners on the ground in Borneo and Sumatra, and guests on Tuesday, July 12 will get a deeper understanding of how protecting rainforests will safeguard wildlife and create a more sustainable world for us all." During his talk, Cocks will give compelling insight into the fight to safeguard some of our planet's last remaining rainforest ecosystems and how we can collectivize to make meaningful change to secure the future of our planet and all living beings. "Without urgent intervention, in 10 years, orangutans may be doomed to Extinction," Cocks said. "That's why I'm heading to New York, where I'll share my vision about what people can do, right now, to get involved and make a meaningful difference." The event, "A future we can believe in with Leif Cocks," is being held on Tuesday, July 12 from 6 p.m. at the 3 West Club, 3 West 51st Street, New York and includes a three-course vegan meal. Joining Cocks for an extended Q&A is special guest Christen O'Brien - writer, marketing executive, technology entrepreneur, and philanthropist who will share her insights into giving and what inspired her to become an advocate for The Orangutan Project. The event is being emceed by well-known standup comedian, writer, and host Ophira Eisenberg, who is known for hosting NPR's National Comedy Trivia radio show and podcast Ask Me Another. He has also appeared on TV shows including The Late Late Show, Comedy Central, and The Today Show. Guests will also be treated to entertainment from New York-based, Australian performer Jennifer Reed, who has numerous theatre credits to her name including Ghost, Thoroughly Modern Millie and Nine. For more information, or to reserve your ticket, visit www.theorangutanproject.org/newyork Leif Cocks is the founder of The Orangutan Project, an international charity that has raised over $25 million for orangutan conservation since 1998. Beginning his career as a zookeeper, curator and small population biologist at a zoo, Leif has worked hands on with orangutans for more than 25 years, including establishing the most successful breeding colony of orangutans in the world, facilitating orangutan rescues and successfully reintroducing orangutans to the wild, including the first ever zoo-born orangutan. Leif is highly regarded as a world-renowned expert on orangutans, publishing several papers in peer-reviewed journals on orangutans and also serving on numerous boards and technical advisory groups. He is the author of a number of books including "Finding Our Humanity" and "Orangutans My Cousins, My Friends." In 2019, Leif was awarded the Order of Australia Medal (OAM) from the Australian Government, and his university's highest award, the John Curtin Medal, for his dedication to species conservation. The Orangutan Project was established in 1998 with a critical mission; to ensure that Critically Endangered orangutan species are protected against Extinction and will continue to live in viable wild populations for generations to come. Today, The Orangutan Project is a dynamic, fast-growing and successful non-profit organisation that has raised over $25 million to support a wide range of critical projects that address the holistic problem facing fragmented orangutan populations - including fighting deforestation and habitat loss at the highest level. Find out more at www.theorangutanproject.org For media enquiries, please contact: Erryn Stephens Philanthropy & Partnerships Manager The Orangutan Project erryn.stephens@orangutan.org.au MEDIA CONTACT: Heather Ripley Orange Orchard (865) 977-1973 hripley@orangeorchardpr.com View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE The Orangutan Project
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LOS ANGELES, June 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Cosm, a global leader in experiential media and immersive technology, announced today that its fulldome production and distribution division, Cosm Studios, will distribute Felix & Paul Studios' production of Space Explorers: Artemis Ascending, a first-of-its-kind immersive live feed of the Artemis I mission launch, livestreaming to planetariums worldwide. Partnering with Emmy Award-winning Felix & Paul Studios, the launch will be captured in 8K, livestreamed in 360-degree direct to dome, and will be distributed to partner planetariums free of charge. The immersive feed will also be livestreamed to the Cosm Experience Center in Salt Lake City, Utah for a groundbreaking viewing experience on DomeX, a 20-meter 8K LED dome driven by Digistar and the Cosm Experience Engine, for pixel perfect control and content delivery. Wherever the livestream is viewed, audiences around the globe will have a unique and up-close look into humanity's next ambitious foray into space. "At Cosm, we are redefining the way the world experiences content. We deliver extraordinary immersive experiences that transport and entertain people. By partnering with Felix and Paul Studios and our planetarium clients, we give audiences unprecedented LIVE immersive access to this historic event," said Jeb Terry, Cosm's CEO and President. "Space exploration captivates the world's imagination and has inspired generations of innovators, thinkers, and dreamers. We are proud to participate in the next chapter of this journey. It has always been the "new frontier," and Cosm is bringing this era of exploration to life like never before making Space the "now frontier". The Artemis I mission launch will feature the Space Launch System Rocket (SLS), which is the most powerful rocket flown to date. Five separate cameras will be used to capture the historic take-off, including high speed cameras surrounding the launchpad, all of which will be showcased during the livestreaming event. "Cosm is synonymous with providing high quality premium dome content to our network of planetariums," said Neil Carty, Cosm's Head of Cosm Studios. "We're also thrilled to partner with Felix & Paul Studios whose reputation for delivering cinematic VR is industry leading. Together, we look forward to delivering the incredible opportunity for audiences to witness humanity's return to the moon in a groundbreaking way." "The first Apollo missions were televised in black and white, but this Artemis generation can experience the upcoming Moon missions, as well as future Mars missions, in an immersive and experiential way," said Felix Lajeunesse, Felix & Paul Studios' Co-founder and Creative Director. "This first immersive livestreaming is part of our ongoing mission to bring the public along for the ride on humanity's next giant leap in space exploration." To ensure more people can experience this momentous event and learn about the Artemis I mission launch, the footage will be available to planetariums as a free content license package for several months following the event. Felix & Paul Studios will also make available the first chapter of Space Explorers: The ISS Experience, the largest production ever filmed in space. Cosm is committed to bringing innovative immersive experiences to audiences around the world with more than 600 active planetariums running Digistar, the world's most advanced planetarium system. Planetariums looking to bring this historic event to its guests, live and/or on-demand should visit https://www.cosm.com/work/artemis/. Cosm, based in Los Angeles, California, is the leading experiential media and immersive technology company redefining the way the world experiences content. With over 125 combined years of experience, the company creates the richest immersive experiences around the globe with proprietary technology and state-of-the-art venues that seamlessly bridge the gap between virtual and physical realities, expanding the realm of what's possible. For more information, visit http://www.cosm.com/newsroom and follow @ExperienceCosm. Felix & Paul Studios is an EMMY® Award-winning creator of immersive entertainment experiences, creating unparalleled, highly engaging, presence-based experiences for the next generation of technology-enabled devices and venues, including the touring life-scale immersive exhibit, Space Explorers : The Infinite. It is also the leading Space and only media company recognized as an "Official Implementation Partner" by the ISS U.S. National Laboratory. To learn more about Felix & Paul Studios, visit https://www.felixandpaul.com/. View original content to download multimedia:https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/cosm-to-livestream-felix--paul-studios-production-of-nasas-artemis-i-mission-launch-to-planetariums-301579037.html SOURCE Cosm
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